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New Zealand cancels 2021 APEC summit, will lead it virtually due to coronavirus

New Zealand's Deputy Prime Minister says it was necessary to cancel next year's summit now for planning and security reasons.

Published 30 Jun, 2020 09:30am

Hospitals see drop in Covid-19 patients' inflow

Planning Minister Asad Umar says he is happy with the positive situation but fears people may stop following SOPs.

Published 30 Jun, 2020 09:00am

Japan says coronavirus border controls in place, adding 18 countries to entry ban

The Japanese government has said existing border restrictions would remain in place except in cases involving...

Published 30 Jun, 2020 08:30am

Balochistan reports 71 new cases, 3 more deaths

The death toll in the province has now climbed to 119.

Published 30 Jun, 2020 02:01am

Brazil still faces 'big challenge' fighting new coronavirus: WHO

“Many people around the world have used unfortunate language in this response,” WHO's Ryan said.

Published 29 Jun, 2020 11:01pm

Watch: Monkeys pour into Thailand streets amid virus pandemic

Published 29 Jun, 2020 10:58pm

Boris Johnson says Covid-19 has been a disaster for Britain

Hopes an infrastructure spending splurge will kick-start the economy and help the country move on.

Published 29 Jun, 2020 10:28pm

'Smart lockdown' imposed in 2 more localities of Peshawar

All shops and businesses, except essential services, will remain closed in Peshawar's Defence Officers Colony and Gulberg area.

Updated 29 Jun, 2020 10:33pm

New York's Cuomo says Trump should mandate masks in public to fight virus

Says the US president should lead by example and cover his face'

Published 29 Jun, 2020 09:41pm

More than 4,700 people are dying around the world from Covid-19-linked illness every 24 hours

Published 29 Jun, 2020 09:21pm

After six months, pandemic 'not even close' to being over: WHO

We all want to get on with our lives. But the hard reality is this is not even close to being over."

Published 29 Jun, 2020 09:05pm

KP reports 337 Covid-19 cases, 13 deaths

Published 29 Jun, 2020 08:46pm

Gilead prices Covid-19 drug candidate remdesivir at $2,340 per patient

The price tag is below the $5,080 per course recommendation by US drug pricing research group.

Published 29 Jun, 2020 08:35pm

'A recipe for disaster,' US health official says of Americans ignoring coronavirus advice

“Now we're seeing the consequences of community spread."

Published 29 Jun, 2020 08:15pm

UAE federal government employees to return to work sites on July 5

Only employees suffering from chronic diseases are exempt from the decision.

Published 29 Jun, 2020 07:52pm

Airbus jet output to fall 40%, CEO says

Airbus plane output is expected to be 40pc lower for two years compared to pre-crisis plans, its CEO Guillaume Faury said.

Published 29 Jun, 2020 07:05pm

Bahrain to pay 50% of wages for private firms hit by coronavirus

The government will extend its assistance to Bahraini citizens by also paying electricity and water bills.

Published 29 Jun, 2020 06:48pm

Greece launches virus questionnaire for tourists

The questionnaire is mandatory until August 31.

Published 29 Jun, 2020 05:14pm

More than 30,000 health workers complete online training on PPE: SAPM Mirza

Healthcare workers can avail the training by registering at WeCare.nhsrc.gov.pk.

Published 29 Jun, 2020 04:47pm

Sindh reports 1,509 Covid-19 cases, 74 deaths

The provincial tally has risen to 81,955 while the death toll is 1,343 .

Published 29 Jun, 2020 04:31pm

Worst virus fears are realized in poor or war-torn countries

For months, experts have warned of a potential nightmare scenario: After overwhelming health systems in some of the...

Published 29 Jun, 2020 04:30pm

Oil steady as rise in virus cases offsets better data

Crude prices found some support as profits at China’s industrial firms rose for the first time in six months.

Published 29 Jun, 2020 04:15pm

Reuters investigation: How Britain lost track of the coronavirus

A Reuters investigation has revealed missteps and failures by UK officials and government agencies in testing,...

Published 29 Jun, 2020 04:04pm

Brazil honours Covid-19 victims with 100 crosses

Brazil is one of the worst hit nations.

Published 29 Jun, 2020 03:54pm

Thailand to re-open bars and allow in some foreign travellers

Thailand will allow pubs and bars to re-open on Wednesday and plans to let in some foreign travellers after ...

Published 29 Jun, 2020 03:16pm

Russia reports lowest number of coronavirus infections since April 29

The nationwide tally stands at 641,156.

Published 29 Jun, 2020 03:00pm

UAE stops incoming passengers from Pakistan

Dubai state carrier Emirates had already said it was suspending flights from Pakistan effective June 24.

Published 29 Jun, 2020 02:30pm

UK PM vows 'Rooseveltian' response to virus crisis

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said that the coronavirus crisis needed the type of massive economic...

Published 29 Jun, 2020 02:07pm

Thailand plans $1.6 bn fund for small firms hit by virus outbreak

Thailand will seek cabinet approval next week for a 50 billion baht ($1.62 billion) fund to help small businesses...

Published 29 Jun, 2020 02:05pm

Worldwide deaths from coronavirus surpass 500,000

The death toll from Covid-19 has surpassed half a million people, according to a Reuters tally, a grim milestone for...

Published 29 Jun, 2020 02:02pm