Trends - Live Coronavirus

Pakistan's coronavirus infections surpass 60,000

The national death toll from the virus stands at 1,239 while 19,142 people have recovered.

Published 27 May, 2020 09:02pm

South African mines record 320 Covid-19 cases ahead of lockdown easing

Open-cast mines have been allowed to work at full capacity in South Africa since May 1.

Published 27 May, 2020 08:48pm

Zambia's health minister tests positive for Covid-19

Information Minister Dora Siliya had previously announced that she had tested positive.

Published 27 May, 2020 08:34pm

Russia postpones Brics, SCO summits in July over pandemic

The decision was made “taking into account the global coronavirus pandemic and the associated temporary restrictive measures”.

Published 27 May, 2020 08:21pm

Punjab reports 464 Covid-19 cases, 10 deaths

With the new cases, Punjab's tally has risen to 21,118 while the total death toll has risen to 362.

Published 27 May, 2020 08:04pm

Spread of coronavirus fuels corruption in Latin America

Against the backdrop of spike in coronavirus deaths in the region, reports of fraud have proliferated.

Published 27 May, 2020 08:00pm

We have to make clear pandemic not over: Angela Merkel

“It hasn't gone away. The virus is still there," says the German chancellor.

Published 27 May, 2020 07:44pm

Air France to cut 40pc of domestic flights after bailout

“Capacity will be reduced by 40pc between now and 2021, with some destinations dropped.”

Published 27 May, 2020 07:29pm

With test results lost, an Afghan family fell to virus

The trajectory of the family’s tragedy points to how a broken-down health system has left Afghanistan deeply vulnerable to the global pandemic.

Published 27 May, 2020 07:14pm

224 Covid-19 cases, 9 deaths reported in KP

Published 27 May, 2020 06:55pm

More than one in six young people out of work due to Covid-19: ILO

Young people are being disproportionately affected by the pandemic.

Published 27 May, 2020 06:50pm

New Iran parliament convenes under strict coronavirus curbs

State TV says all 268 lawmakers who attended the opening ceremony had tested negative for the coronavirus.

Published 27 May, 2020 06:36pm

NDMA receives third batch of donations from Singapore

Temasek Foundation donates 20 testing kits of 10,000 tests capacity.

Published 27 May, 2020 06:20pm

Putin gets invitation from UK's Johnson on coronavirus vaccine summit

No decision has been made yet on participation, the Kremlin said.

Published 27 May, 2020 05:55pm

Availability of ventilators being ensured at all Punjab hospitals: Dr Yasmin Rashid

She also reviewed the number of Covid-19 patients admitted in public hospitals.

Published 27 May, 2020 05:43pm

Oman to end lockdown of Muscat governorate on May 29

State committee orders govt to ensure at least 50pc employees working from offices from May 31.

Published 27 May, 2020 05:31pm

WATCH: Muslims offer socially-distanced Eid prayers at Ikea parking lot in Germany

Published 27 May, 2020 05:18pm

Border closures, pre-travel tests of little use against Covid-19 spread: EU agency

EU agency says screening temperatures on arrival of little use because travellers may already be infectious but without a fever.

Published 27 May, 2020 04:58pm

Antibody drug tech firm AbCellera raises $105 million as it works on Covid-19

It analyses and identifies antibodies for pharmaceutical companies working on a coronavirus treatment.

Published 27 May, 2020 04:44pm

France bans use of hydroxychloroquine to treat Covid-19

Announcement comes two days after World Health Organisation said it was pausing a large trial due to safety concerns.

Published 27 May, 2020 04:09pm

Qatar reports 1,740 new infections as cases continue to surge

The country's total Covid-19 cases have risen to 48,947.

Published 27 May, 2020 04:02pm

Recovery rate increased to 29pc, fatality rate has decreased: Liaquat Shahwani

Says, however, people have brought the virus "to their homes by being careless".

Published 27 May, 2020 03:13pm

Have to learn how to live with coronavirus: Liaquat Shahwani

Spokesperson appeals to people to follow "simple" SOPs.

Published 27 May, 2020 02:59pm

Restrictions relaxed for Eidul Fitr have been imposed again, says Ajmal Wazir

Medical stores, grocery and dairy shops will remain open around the clock, he said.

Published 27 May, 2020 02:20pm

Ajmal Wazir warns against hoarding essential items

He visited markets in Peshawar to make sure that standard operating procedures were being followed.

Published 27 May, 2020 02:15pm

WATCH: Non-essential shops shut in Buenos Aires as Covid cases rise

Published 27 May, 2020 02:00pm

Sindh reports 699 new cases, 6 deaths

235 patients are in critical condition while 42 are on ventilators.

Published 27 May, 2020 01:44pm

WATCH: Ajmal Wazir speaks to media regarding coronavirus situation in KP

Tours markets, shops to ensure SOPs are being followed.

Updated 27 May, 2020 02:14pm

882 children under 10 have contracted coronavirus in Sindh so far: Murtaza Wahab

Senator says "sharp increase in numbers shows how careless we have been".

Published 27 May, 2020 01:30pm

No screams please: Japanese funfairs prepare for virus era

No screaming on the rollercoaster, socially distant spooks in the haunted house and please refrain from high-fiving...

Published 27 May, 2020 01:11pm