Twenty-five years ago, the countries signed a peace agreement based on mutual trust. But anger against Israel’s government is rising among Jordanians. ( read original story ...)
Jasmine Jordan: father Michael ‘is the G.O.A.T.’ but ‘not a god’
Jasmine Jordan wasn’t born when her father Michael won the first two of his six NBA championships, so there are things she’s learning from “The Last Dance” docuseries. She discusses being a “daddy’s ... ( read original story ...)
Kim Jong Un May Be Back at Resort As North Korea Claims to Keep Coronavirus Away
Satellite imagery captured luxury boats used by North Korean supreme leader Kim Jong Un changing locations near his Wonsan compound, suggesting he may once again be staying there amid COVID-19 ... ( read original story ...)
Nepal COVID-19 Response: Responding the Needs of Vulnerable Children and Communities
World Vision completed phase I (30-day plan) of its Covid-19 response and moved into phase II on 27 April 2020. Focusing on supporting the Government of Nepal (GoN) to scale up preventive measures to ... ( read original story ...)
In Yemen, deaths with coronavirus-like symptoms spike as hospitals shut down
At least 385 people have died over the past week with coronavirus-like symptoms in the southern port city of Aden, the group said, citing Yemeni officials. As of Wednesday, the number of confirmed ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus: Surge in deaths reported in southern Yemen
"There are patients who go from hospital to hospital and yet cannot get admitted." The rise in people dying after showing symptoms such as respiratory issues, fever and weakness raises concerns that ... ( read original story ...)
Yemen warring parties make ‘significant progress’ on truce: UN
UN Yemen envoy makes renewed push for truce after world body calls for ceasefire in conflicts due to coronavirus crisis. ( read original story ...)
UN reports Yemen cease-fire progress, COVID-19 cases rising
The U.N. envoy for Yemen is reporting “significant progress” in negotiations toward a nationwide cease-fire in the war-torn country ... ( read original story ...)
Yemen reports first coronavirus cases in southern province
Yemen's Saudi-backed government on Thursday reported the first cases of novel coronavirus in the southern province of Al Dhalea, underlining fears that the infection had found a foothold in the ... ( read original story ...)
Boeing nabs $3.1B in cruise missile deals for Saudi Arabia, other partners
The Navy awarded Boeing with a combined $3.1 billion in contracts this week for cruise missile weapon systems for foreign partners, including Saudi Arabia. ( read original story ...)