The reimposed lockdown came amid an increase in COVID-19 cases, but people protested the lack of work opportunities due to the restrictions. ( read original story ...)
As crops fail, Indonesia’s Sumba seeks lifeline in weaving, fishing
On Indonesia's Sumba island, the motifs displayed on traditional textiles produced by its weavers often depict animals, including the area's famed Sandalwood breed of horses. East Sumba, about 2,000 ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Probes Cluster, Cuomo Warns on Protests: Virus Update
Hong Kong’s leader said authorities are concerned about a new cluster of cases that indicates transmission both at home and in the workplace, and will exercise caution in removing restrictions. ( read original story ...)
U.S. Investors, Take Note: Korea and Taiwan Show How the Virus Restrains Economic Activity
If recent data out of South Korea and Taiwan are any indication, reopening the U.S. economy isn’t going to be a cure-all, writes Barron’s economics commentator. ( read original story ...)
Cyprus is looking to become a European hub for investment
Cyprus’s “health-over-wealth” response to the pandemic has made the island an increasingly desirable place for investors, according to new global citizenship figures. ( read original story ...)
Negative Rate Benefits Seen Limited for Singapore’s Stock Market
Follow Bloomberg on LINE messenger for all the business news and analysis you need.While a decline in interest rates is generally seen as good for stocks, the benefits of Singapore’s slide toward ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore reopens 75% of economy
Singapore has begun easing coronavirus restrictions, nearly two months after it shut down nonessential businesses to curb the outbreak. ( read original story ...)
Kyrgyzstan: Security services claim reporters took money for investigation
Kyrgyzstan's security services have tried to swat away claims of deep corruption in the customs service by alleging that investigative journalists are taking kickbacks to report their investigative pi ... ( read original story ...)
Thum, serving Lao fare, joins Crossroads Collective on the east side
Its first day selling items such as egg rolls, grilled meats and papaya salad is June 3; it will be at the food hall through September. ( read original story ...)
Michael Jordan’s 20-page love letter sells for 25K at auction
Michael Jordan says that he had much love for an 80's girlfriend but he had to end their relatonship due in part to his sucess and another relationship. ( read original story ...)