The Philippines recorded 1,910 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday, the lowest number in more than three weeks, and 78 more fatalities. In a bulletin, the health ministry said the Southeast Asian ... ( read original story ...)
Japan supercomputer shows humidity affects aerosol spread of coronavirus
A Japanese supercomputer showed that humidity can have a large effect on the dispersion of virus particles, pointing to heightened coronavirus contagion risks in dry, indoor conditions during the ... ( read original story ...)
Pakistan to ensure UNHRC’s work as guided by principles of universality, impartiality, dialogue and cooperation: PM
Prime Minister Imran Khan has said Pakistan will continue its efforts towards consensus building and ensuring UN Human Rights Council's work as guided by principles of universality, impartiality, ... ( read original story ...)
Misbah to step down as Pakistan chief selector
Haq is to step down as Pakistan chief selector to focus on his role as head coach. Former Pakistan captain Misbah was appointed as head coach and chief selector in September 2019. The 46-year-old ... ( read original story ...)
Pakistan says soldier killed by firing from Afghanistan
Pakistan's military on Wednesday said a soldier was killed and another wounded in the country's northwest by fire from across the Afghan border, a sign of increasing violence in an area that until ... ( read original story ...)
Misbah-ul-Haq to step down as Pakistan chief selector, focus on role as head coach
Haq will step down as Pakistan cricket chief selector next month but will continue as head coach of the national team.“Coaching is my passion and my ultimate objective remains to contribute to the ... ( read original story ...)
Indonesia FM calls for ‘equal access’ to Covid-19 vaccines
Developing countries must have 'equal access' to future Covid-19 vaccines, Indonesia's foreign minister warned, as wealthy nations scoop up billions of doses. ( read original story ...)
Heavy rains destroy homes and lives in southern India
Dramatic images of submerged homes, flooded roads and floating vehicles capture the extent of the damage that been caused by the rains. The deluge has been attributed to a depression in the Bay of ... ( read original story ...)
India frees top Kashmir politician after 14 months
India has freed a former chief minister of Kashmir who was detained 14 months ago along with thousands of others when New Delhi imposed direct rule on the disputed region with a huge security ... ( read original story ...)
‘Not just a dog bite’: why India is struggling to keep rabies at bay
The government is being urged to dispel myths and ensure drugs are available – and take responsibility for the millions of stray dogs ... ( read original story ...)