In a 2019 survey, Japan dropped to 53rd in global English proficiency, squarely in the “low proficiency” band. Japan ranks near the bottom of Asian and developed countries ali ... ( read original story ...)
Airbus experts probe plane crash that killed 97 in Pakistan
Pakistan says Airbus experts have opened a probe into last week’s plane crash that killed 97 people when an Airbus A320 went down in a crowded neighborhood near the airport in the port city of Karachi ... ( read original story ...)
Indonesia reports 415 new coronavirus cases, 27 new deaths
Indonesia reported on Tuesday 415 new confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus, bringing the total number of infections to 23,165, its health ministry said. ( read original story ...)
Soldiers, Police Enforce Indonesia’s ‘New Normal’ Coronavirus Restrictions
People wearing face masks use their phones while sitting inside a shopping mall amid the outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), in Tangerang, on the outskirts of Jakarta, Indonesia,. ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus Treatement: India Expands Use Of Trump’s Hydroxychloroquine As WHO Halts Trials
India is expanding the use of hydroxychloroquine as a preventive among frontline healthcare workers, validating Trump's backing of the drug and despite the concerns raised by the WHO. ( read original story ...)
Uber cuts 600 jobs in India as lockdown hits business
Uber Technologies Inc will cut around 600 jobs in India as part of its plans to cut 23% of its global workforce, as the company navigates a lockdown that has brought businesses in the country to a ... ( read original story ...)
India combats locust attack amid Covid-19 pandemic
In neighbouring Pakistan, authorities declared a nationwide emergency in February, saying locust numbers were the worst in more than two decades. Local reports say that farmers are fighting the " ... ( read original story ...)
India coronavirus cases rise as millions return home
Indian states witnessing millions of migrant labourers returning from the big cities are recording rising coronavirus infections, officials said on Tuesday, fearing that the pandemic could spread ... ( read original story ...)
Uber cuts 25% of India workforce as virus halts growth
Uber is cutting 25 per cent of its workforce in India as the US ride-hailing group grapples with severe strain from the coronavirus crisis in its biggest market in Asia. The move to jettison the 600 ... ( read original story ...)
The Latest: India Reports Biggest Jump in Virus Cases Again
India reports biggest jump in virus cases for 7th straight day. — South Korean rights groups criticize smartphone anti-virus plans. — Philippines trying to ease quarantine congestion. NEW DELHI — For ... ( read original story ...)