AFP Fact Check: Myth circulates online that 'new' hantavirus disease has emerged in China
Scientists say hantavirus was first detected in the 1950s and almost exclusively passes from rodents to humans.
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Despair and pride in China's Wuhan as coronavirus lockdown eases
Some citizens have praised the govt for their stringent measures while others are ruing the economic costs.
How female journalists are tackling the fallout from Covid-19
Female journalists are now confronted with a whole new set of problems in addition to the issues they have always faced.
CoronaGoodNews
A daily round-up of positive stories in the midst of the pandemic from Pakistan and around the globe.
Cherry blossoms and empty streets: A stroll across Washington DC under quarantine
Walks in isolation, quiet public spaces and empty streets are the new norm.
THE CORONAVIRUS ECONOMY
Never before have we seen the wheels of the economy grind so comprehensively to a halt
With virus, cherished Mideast traditions come to abrupt halt
As the pandemic continues to spread, governments across Middle East are clamping down on region’s cherished traditions.
Stranded by virus lockdown, India migrant workers walk home
Millions of workers who had sought work away from home in India are now jobless, penniless and stranded.
Pakistan's young doctors lead Covid-19 battle
Despite a general lack of safety measures in place, young doctors across Pakistan continue to fight against Covid-19.
A month on, Pakistan's Covid-19 trajectory from patient zero to 1,000 and beyond
Pakistan reported its first coronavirus case on February 26; a month later, the national tally has crossed 1,000.
Coronavirus: Who really needs to wear a face mask?
Many across Asia wear face masks for protection against Covid-19; in Europe and the US, they are less commonly worn.
Fact Check: Bank of Punjab refutes claim that branch closed after employee contracts Covid-19
The bank says that "no employee at any" branch had tested positive and all branches remain "open and fully operative".
'Azaan' trends on Twitter after call to prayer echoes across country through the night
Azaan recited from rooftops, mosques in Pakistan last night as special gesture for God's mercy during virus outbreak.
Don't rush to the hospital if you think you have coronavirus — here's why
Find out how you can self-isolate, whether you live alone or with your family.
Govt in limbo over banning congregation prayers in mosques amidst virus lockdown
Religious affairs ministry, CII to hold discussions with ulema on Thursday to decide if prayers can be offered at home.
In the fight against Covid-19, these bright, young Pakistanis are coming together and improvising
Pakistan's youth is coming up with quick and useful strategies, some of which can also be implemented at low costs.
War-torn Syria braces for lockdown after first virus case
Syria has close ties to Iran, where another 127 deaths on Monday raised the total number of casualties to over 1,800.
Deserted streets, silent markets: Pakistani cities go under coronavirus lockdown
Security personnel ensure people do not come out of their homes in groups.
All in a day: Big layoffs, bigger hirings, massive market swings due to coronavirus
Governments attempt to stabilise economies, companies struggle to cope and millions of people face job losses.
Investigation: Coronavirus gear supply for Indian health workers clouded by allegations of govt 'malintention'
Health workers urgently need this personal protection equipment to fight the pandemic.
Private, online and hi-tech: the coronavirus economy
With millions of people staying home, e-commerce giants, streaming services and tech companies have emerged as winners.
CORONAPOCALYPSE!
Without aggressive containment measures, over 20 million Pakistanis could be impacted by Covid-19 by June.
'Lockdown Pakistan': Twitterati urge PM Imran to take stronger measures against Covid-19
People fear Pakistan's trajectory of coronavirus matches that of Italy at the moment.
‘N95 masks and personal protective equipment kits are not meant for general public’
Doctors say N95 masks and PPE kits are only needed for healthcare providers dealing with infectious diseases.