The Saudi-led coalition on Friday (April 24) said it was extending a unilateral ceasefire in Yemen by one month to support efforts to contain the coronavirus pandemic. The extension was reported by ... ( read original story ...)
Saudi led coalition announces ceasefire extension in Yemen
The Houthi group did not accept the coalition's previous ceasefire announcement and violence has continued in several provinces. ( read original story ...)
The Latest: South Korea has 10 new cases and no new deaths
South Korea has reported 10 fresh cases of the new coronavirus, the eighth day in a row its daily jump came below 20, as its outbreak slows amid tightened border controls and waning infections in the ... ( read original story ...)
Work smart, travel alone, eat out fast: South Korea outlines recovery plan
South Korea outlined guidelines on Friday (April 24) for a two-year return to normality. They detail conduct in areas including workplaces, transport, restaurants, shopping and sports fixtures. The ... ( read original story ...)
South Korea unveils guidelines for opening society amid COVID-19
South Korean officials unveiled a set of health and safety guidelines Friday as the country prepares to expand social and economic activities amid a continuing decline in newly reported COVID-19 cases ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand reports 53 new coronavirus cases, one new death
Thailand reported 53 new coronavirus cases and the death of a 48-year-old Thai man who was infected with the virus along with four other family members. ( read original story ...)
Rouhani urges Iran military to seek regional stability, remain vigilant
"We must carefully follow strategies ensuring the sustainable stability of the region while maintaining vigilance and authoritative presence in the area," state TV quoted Rouhani as telling Defence ... ( read original story ...)
Meat supply threats grow with first Brazil shutdown, US turkey halt
Plant shutdowns are leaving the U.S. dangerously close to meat shortages as coronavirus outbreaks now spread to suppliers across the Americas. ( read original story ...)
Philippines’ coronavirus infections top 7,000
The Philippines' Health Ministry on Friday reported that confirmed cases of the new coronavirus have risen to more than 7,000. ( read original story ...)
Nearly 60 new coronavirus cases confirmed on cruise ship in Japan: media
Nearly 60 new cases of coronavirus infections were confirmed among crew members of an Italian cruise ship docked in Japan, domestic media reported on Saturday. ( read original story ...)