China omits GDP goal for first time ever to help save coronavirus-ravaged economy
China omitted a 2020 economic growth target for the first time and…
With low coronavirus figures, Australia wants exemption to British quarantine rule
Australia, after bringing its coronavirus outbreak largely under control, said on Friday…
Brazil sees record daily death toll; poised to become world’s No. 2 coronavirus hotspot
Brazil suffered a record of 1,188 daily coronavirus deaths on Thursday and…
U.S. billionaires richer by $434 billion since coronavirus pandemic began: report
Billionaires in the U.S. grew wealthier by US$434 billion (or C$605 billion)…
Canada, U.S. business group urges cross-border teamwork on post-coronavirus response
WASHINGTON — Travel between Canada and the United States is still restricted…
COVID-19 nurse with swimsuit under her gown exposes PPE issues in Russia
Health-care workers in Russia are calling for better personal protective equipment (PPE)…
Swarms of hungry locusts bring potential for famine during coronavirus
During the coronavirus pandemic, there’s another plague happening: swarms of hungry locusts.The…
Wuhan bans eating wild animals in wake of coronavirus pandemic
Wuhan, the city in China where the first cases of the novel…
Plans to use coronavirus contact-tracing apps in parts of Europe facing setbacks
Doubts were growing on Thursday over whether ambitious plans by European governments…
Coronavirus: Victoria’s Secret losing 250 North American stores, Canada Goose cuts workers
More retailers have announced layoffs and store closures at their Canadian operations…
Coronavirus infections top 5 million worldwide
The number of confirmed coronavirus cases worldwide has surpassed 5 million, proving…
At least 20 dead after Cyclone Amphan slams into coastal India, Bangladesh
A powerful cyclone that slammed into coastal India and Bangladesh has left…