As usual the US President Donald Trump has decided to go against the expert opinions and defy all health protocols issued by health experts regarding spread of the novel coronavirus.

Trump decides to 'go big' for July 4 amid rising coronavirus cases

It's been a while since we heard from the World Health Organization, a body which in its attempts to please China left the world unprepared to deal with this pandemic.

COVID-19: WHO takes a U-turn on China; admits China never reported coronavirus

Global coronavirus cases crossed the grim milestone of 11 million on Friday, according to a Reuters tally. The disease has killed more than half a million people in seven months.

Global coronavirus cases exceed 11 million as US notches 57,683 new infections

War, hunger and pandemic -- Yemen is facing the world's worst humanitarian crisis. It is the most needy place on earth right now. Yemen is completely devasted by conflict.

Yemen's humanitarian crisis becomes worse; death toll may cross 100,000

The number of coronavirus cases in Pakistan have risen to 2,25,283 while the fatalities related to the deadly virus in the country stand at 4,619. According to latest figures available on Dawn, 125,094 people have recovered.

COVID-19 cases in Pakistan rise to 225,283; fatalities stand at 4,619

Tokyo confirmed about 130 new cases of infections of the coronavirus on Saturday, a third consecutive day with more than 100 new cases, news agency Reuters reported quoting public broadcaster NHK.

Tokyo new coronavirus infections over 100 for third day: Report

Two local Pakistan TV reporters were tortured for a coronavirus centre in the southwestern Balochistan province, reported Reporters Without Borders (RWF/RSF). According to a report by Reporters Without Borders, Saeed Ali Achakzai, a reporter for the Urdu-language Samaa News TV, and Abdul Mateen Achakzai, a reporter for the Pashtun-language Khyber News TV went missing for three days.

Two Pakistani journalists tortured for showing truth in Pakistan's quarantine centre

Pakistani Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi said on Friday he had tested positive for COVID-19, days after holding high profile meetings including one with U.

Pakistani foreign minister tests positive for COVID-19

Almost 30 per cent of genome sequencing data from samples of the COVID-19 virus collected by the World Health Organization (WHO) have shown signs of mutation, but there is no evidence this has led to more severe disease, a top WHO official said on Friday.

Almost a third of COVID-19 samples show mutation, but not worse disease: WHO

Starting from Saturday, Beijing will no longer make it compulsory for some residents to show a negative report of COVID-19 as a proof before leaving the city. Beijing was one of the worst-affected countries by the novel coronavirus after the initial breakout of the virus in Wuhan in the beginning of the year.

Beijing to allow residents to leave city without COVID-19 test

Maharashtra is the worst-affected state by coronavirus in India, with Mumbai as the epicentre. With a consistent surge in the number of positive coronavirus cases, Maharashtra's health Minister Rajesh Tope has claimed that there is no community spread of the virus in the state.

No community spread of virus in Maharashtra, claims Health Minister Rajesh Tope

Jay-Z annual festive 'Made in America', cancelled due to novel coronavirus pandemic. The event was earlier scheduled to take in Labor day weekend. Also read: Beyonce drops new song 'Black Parade' on Juneteenth weekend The rap mogul’s Roc Nation company put out a statement on its Twitter handle, "2020 is a year like no other.

Jay-Z's 'Made in America' festival cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic

Post-coronavirus, everyone is being urged to wear face masks when stepping out in public to avoid spread of the novel coronavirus. Majority shops, cafes and restaurants are also urging customers to wear masks before entering the stores.

US: Starbucks barista gets $80,000 tip money for refusing service to customer without mask

India continues to be one of the worst-affected countries by coronavirus as it recorded its highest single day spike of 19,906 cases in the last 24 hours, taking the toll to 5,28,859.

COVID 19: India records highest single-day spike of 19,906 cases; death toll crosses 16,000

Global coronavirus cases neared 10 million on Sunday as the World Health Organization's (WHO) daily statistical bulletin reported 179,316 new cases in the past 24 hours.

Global coronavirus cases approach 10 million; death toll over 498,000

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that India fared much better than many other countries in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Delivering the inaugural address to mark the 90th birth anniversary celebrations of Reverend Dr Joseph Mar Thoma Metropolitan, Modi said "earlier this year, some people had predicted that the impact of the virus in India would be very severe.

India much better placed than other countries in fight against COVID-19: PM Modi

Nepal recorded 593 new cases, taking the total number of positive coronavirus cases in the country to 11,755, out of which 9,030 are active cases. The death toll of Nepal has increased to 27 with the death of a 25-year-old woman due to coronavirus, as reported by the Health Ministry of Nepal.

Nepal: 21 patients escape COVID quarantine facility; 593 fresh cases recorded

India crossed 5 lakh cases, as the country reported highest single-day spike of 18,552 new cases and 384 deaths in last 24 hours. India's toll now stands at 5,08,953 including 1,97,387 active cases, 2,95,881 cured/discharged/migrated and 15,685 deaths, reported the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

COVID 19: India crosses 5 lakh mark with highest single-day spike of 18,552 cases

Once a green zone, the beach city of India, Goa, has been seen an increase in the number of positive coronavirus cases since the start of domestic travel in the ciuntry.

Goa is experiencing community transmission: Goa CM Pramod Sawant

The coronavirus pandemic has brought the entire film industry to a standstill as now film shooting has resumed. To make people more aware of the safety and the importance of wearing a mask.

Watch: SS Rajamouli shared a new COVID-19 version of 'Baahubali: The Conclusion'

The annual Asian film prize ceremony Asia Pacific Screen Awards has been put on hold for this year owing to the coronavirus concerns. The 14th edition of the awards was earlier scheduled for November 26 at the Brisbane Conventions & Exhibitions Centre.

Asia Pacific Screen Awards 2020 put on hold due to coronavirus pandemic

India recorded yet another highest daily spike of positive coronavirus cases, as the cases increased by 16,922. The toll stands at 4,73,105 including 1,86,514 active cases, 2,71,697 cured/discharged/migrated and 14,894 deaths Maharashtra, which is the worst-affected state of the country, recorded 208 deaths and 3,890 new cases in the last 24 hours.

COVID 19: India records highest daily spike of 16,922 cases; Delhi crosses 70,000 mark

As Canada started easing out its months-long strict lockdown, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was seen taking his son out for ice cream on Wednesday. Wearing masks and maintaining a safe distance from others, the father-son duo stepped out to get some ice cream and celebrate Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day in Quebec province.

Canada: Justin Trudeau steps out with son to grab ice creams in new normal

Australia's populated city, Victoria, is warning citizens of a possible second wave, as the number of cases have started rising again in the southern city. The city, along with the whole country, started unlocking its economy, weeks back.

Family gatherings might cause COVID second wave: Australian officials

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