At 94, Mahathir Mohamad is an age where he might be expected to choose to enjoy retirement, play with his great-granddaughter and hunker down at home to avoid the coronavirus.The two-time Malaysian ... ( read original story ...)
Afghanistan president Ashraf Ghani and rival Abdullah Abdullah reach power-sharing deal
President of Afghanistan Ashraf Ghani and his rival Abdullah Abdullah have agreed to share presidential powers. The decision ends months of uncertainty that had included dual inauguration ceremonies. ( read original story ...)
Thailand malls reopen, with temperatures taken, masks worn
Thais have streamed into shopping malls, once again enjoying their air-conditioned oases as the country eased another restriction imposed to fight the coronavirus ... ( read original story ...)
The Latest: Malls reopen in Thailand as virus recedes
The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it ... ( read original story ...)
Iran says virus deaths close to 7,000
Iran said Friday it had recorded nearly 7,000 deaths from the novel coronavirus, warning of infection clusters in new regions after it partially eased lockdown measures. Health ministry spokesman ... ( read original story ...)
Kylie Moore-Gilbert: Australian’s family deny she attempted suicide in Iran jail
Gilbert, who has been held in Iran since September 2018, says she is in good health ‘considering her situation’ ... ( read original story ...)
Iran’s businesses struggle to stay afloat amid COVID-19
Iran, already struggling under sanctions, now also dealing with financial strain brought on by coronavirus pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Vietnam reports two new COVID-19 cases, total at 320
Vietnam on Sunday reported two new coronavirus cases, both imported, taking the country's tally to 320 with no deaths, the health ministry said. ( read original story ...)
Philippines urges coronavirus vigilance as shoppers ignore safety protocols
The Philippine government on Sunday called for vigilance against the coronavirus, a day after hordes of people trooped to shopping malls and ignored safety protocols, as authorities began loosening a ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines Faces Weather Challenges in Fight Against Virus
The Philippines’ fight against the coronavirus is likely to become more complicated with the onset of typhoon season, during which it typically has to evacuate tens of thousands of people from ... ( read original story ...)