All 91 travellers put in quarantine after 12 test positive, illustrating risk of welcoming back tourists ... ( read original story ...)
Trump Makes Fresh Attempt to Resolve Saudi, Qatar Feud
The U.S. is now focusing on a dispute over airline flight rights in trying anew to mend a three-year-old rift between Qatar and its Arab neighbors that has divided the American allies and complicated ... ( read original story ...)
IMF Executive Board Approves US$99 Million Disbursement Under the Rapid Financing Instrument to Mongolia to Address the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a large toll on economic activity in Mongolia, giving rise to urgent budget and balance of payments needs. To support Mongolia, the IMF has approved the request for ... ( read original story ...)
If Georgia manufacturer doesn’t find a buyer it will close central Pa. plant, lay off 169 people
A Georgia company with a manufacturing facility in Lancaster County has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Lead-acid battery manufacturer, Exide Technologies, filed for bankruptcy in the United States ... ( read original story ...)
Georgia lawmakers will return June 15 to complete legislative session
Geoff Duncan have publicly debated when lawmakers should return to complete the remaining 11 days of the 40-day session. Ralston called for a June 11 return, while Duncan initially said he and Senate ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus: Oman reports 738 new cases, eight more Covid-19 deaths
Oman reported 738 new positive cases of coronavirus on Wednesday as the total number of infections increased to 13,538. According to the Ministry of Health (MOH), 324 of the new cases involve Omani ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore to Ease Quarantine Rules for Travel with China
Singapore and China agreed to ease quarantine requirements for business and official travelers, as the countries look to revive essential economic activities disrupted by the coronavirus pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Israel Shuts Some Schools as Coronavirus Cases Jump After Reopening
Israel closed half a dozen schools as it rushed to contain a coronavirus outbreak that threatens to shut the rest weeks after restarting, highlighting the risk of children spreading the disease. ( read original story ...)
Israel to test first 70,000 people for coronavirus antibodies
By sampling a portion of society, health officials will be able to gauge around what percentage of total Israelis had the disease. ( read original story ...)
After Reopening Schools, Israel Orders Them To Shut If COVID-19 Cases Are Discovered
At least 244 students and school employees have tested positive for the coronavirus in recent weeks, according to the education ministry. At least 130 cases occurred in a single school in Jerusalem. ( read original story ...)