The president said U.S. funding would be put on hold while officials investigate the WHO’s alleged role in a supposed coronavirus cover-up.
Birx, like Trump, says China and WHO late in warning about human-to-human transmission
Dr. Deborah Birx is a prominent voice in the Trump administration’s task force responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, known in part for her data, grandchildren and scarves.
China didn’t warn public of likely coronavirus pandemic for six key days
But the delay by the first country to face the new coronavirus came at a critical time — the beginning of the outbreak. China’s attempt to walk a line between alerting the public and avoiding panic …
Tesla shares extend rally after China registration surge and nod from Goldman
Tesla’s stock extended its recent rally on Wednesday following a surge in China car registrations and after Goldman Sachs initiated coverage of the make …
Taiwan debating changing name of major airline China Airlines amid coronavirus outbreak
Taiwan is debating changing the name of its largest airline, China Airlines, during the coronavirus outbreak over concerns that it causes confusion.
China’s claim of zero coronavirus infections in military is bogus, sign of intimidating rivals, experts say
China has recast itself as a global leader in defeating coronavirus — and nowhere is that more apparent than in their military.
China vows support for WHO after Trump pulls funding over its coronavirus response
China vowed support for the World Health Organization Wednesday, slamming President Trump for pulling American funding amid the global coronavirus pandemic.
Macau confirms 19 April deadline to register prepaid Sim cards
Macau’s Directorate of Post and Telecommunications Services has confirmed a deadline of 19 April for prepaid users to register their Sim cards in order to avoid the suspension of services. According …
Macau April GGR to dip as much as 95pct: Bernstein
Macau casino gross gaming revenue (GGR) is expected to fall by as much as 93 percent to 95 percent in April in year-on-year terms, Sanford C. Bernstein Ltd has suggested. In March the market saw a …
Macau tourist price index falls 1pct in first quarter
The index reflects price changes in goods and services typically purchased by visitors, but excludes gaming. Tourists form the majority of the gamblers using Macau’s casinos. The statistics bureau …