A Japanese aquarium closed during the coronavirus outbreak is asking people to make video calls to their eels so the sensitive creatures remember humans exist and don't pose a threat. The Sumida ... ( read original story ...)
Experts call for Japan to keep current framework of virus containment
Japan's coronavirus experts said it was desirable for the nation to keep its current framework of coronavirus containment policies until the number of new infections fell to a certain level, according ... ( read original story ...)
MCC chief Sangakkara wants England, Australia to tour Pakistan
England and Australia must tour Pakistan to facilitate regular international cricket in the South Asian country, Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) president Kumar Sangakkara has said. Top teams have ... ( read original story ...)
Over 2,100 Indians want to be evacuated from the US. But until India’s lockdown lifts, they’re stranded
Sureshbabu Muthupandi, a green card holder who has lived in the United States for more than 24 years, refuses to let his family in south India perform his mother's final rites without him. ( read original story ...)
India May Have to Lift Its Coronavirus Lockdown
The infection rate, while low, continues to rise. But unemployment is a luxury in such a poor country. ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus Live Updates: In China, Loosened Restrictions Lead to Travel Rush
After months of lockdowns and quarantine, people in China are scrambling to take advantage of newly relaxed rules. And around the world, some airlines say they will begin requiring passengers to wear ... ( read original story ...)
Tesla cuts price for China-made Model 3 cars by 10% to qualify for subsidies
U.S. electric vehicle maker Tesla Inc said in Friday it has cut the starting price for China-made Model 3 sedans by 10% to qualify for subsidies in the world's biggest auto market. ( read original story ...)
China Urges Trump to Focus on Battling Coronavirus as U.S. Draws Up Plans to Punish Beijing for Pandemic
"The U.S. should know this: the enemy is the virus, not China," Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Geng Shuang said. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Braces For Labour Day Democracy Protests Despite Virus
Hong Kong democracy protesters are planning to hold multiple flashmob rallies later Friday, defying restrictions on gatherings during the coronavirus pandemic as anger towards Beijing rekindles. The ... ( read original story ...)
China Takes Harder Line on Hong Kong Amid Coronavirus Protest Lull
Tensions are expected to rise in Hong Kong as pro-democracy protesters attempt to return to the streets after a lengthy lull amid the coronavirus pandemic, which authorities have used to push hard ... ( read original story ...)