Strict safety measures are in place, but more than 200 schools have been forced to close just days after they re-opened.
The Latest: South Korea reports 58 new virus cases
Italy’s education minister says students will be back in school in September. — Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell preaches importance of wearing masks. — Nurse group says COVID-19 has killed more …
South Korea Cases Climb; Manila to Relax Lockdown: Virus Update
Latin America now accounts for 40% of daily virus deaths as cases surge in countries from Mexico to Peru. South Korea reported 58 more infections as it tries to control an outbreak tied to a …
New outbreak as South Korea reopens, cases surge in Brazil
South Korea saw an outbreak of 79 cases, the biggest spike in two months, as the country slowly reopens. Coronavirus continues to surge in Brazil where they’re preparing to restart the economy.
Global report: Philippines opens up despite record cases, as outbreaks hit Asia
Manila’s 12 million residents to enjoy free movement as daily infections pass 500; Mumbai’s hospital close to collapse; South Korea records dozens more cases …
New coronavirus outbreak as South Korea reopens, cases surge in Brazil
South Korea saw an outbreak of 79 cases, the biggest spike in two months, as the country slowly reopens. Coronavirus continues to surge in Brazil where they’re preparing to restart the economy.
Korea startup develops COVID-19 early detection patch
A South Korean biotech startup is showing off a stick-on body patch designed to monitor symptoms of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus.
Spike in South Korea coronavirus cases prompts alarm and a new crackdown
After being lauded for its success in containing the coronavirus, a spike in cases in Seoul has prompted South Korean officials to tighten social distancing measures so as to curb a second wave of the …
AI robots, automated popcorn dispensers: Cinemas in South Korea go contactless
As South Korea continues to loosen its social distancing guidelines amid the COVID-19 pandemic, hard-hit movie theaters are trying to find ways to lure customers back.
Taiwan Versus Korea Stocks Debate Arises in Tech Sector
Taiwan’s tech sector has trumped its South Korean peer so far this year. But the debate continues on which one will likely outperform in the months to come.