<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-prevention-and-control-still-faces-great-uncertainty-president-xi-297023" hreflang="en">Coronavirus prevention and control still faces great uncertainty: President Xi</a>

Xi's remarks came even as the cabinet plans more measures to alleviate firms' tax burdens and boost credit support.

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But data from the INSEE statistics office shows a nationwide increase in deaths at home. The rise is particularly pronounced in some of the low-income suburbs ringing central Paris.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/live-and-let-die-blasts-as-trump-tours-mask-factory-without-wearing-one-297011" hreflang="en">'Live and Let Die' blasts as Trump tours mask factory, without wearing one</a>

It still is unclear whether the music was the choice of the White House or Honeywell, but it wasn't liked by many -- as they called it insensitive, given the magnitude of the coronavirus pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-recovery-plan-to-be-ready-in-weeks-to-be-approved-in-june-top-official-297007" hreflang="en">EU recovery plan to be ready in weeks, to be approved in June: Top official</a>

Gentiloni told a news conference the plan would include a mix of grants and long-term loans.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-allergic-to-any-investigation-but-top-priority-to-fight-win-against-covid-19-china-297005" hreflang="en">Not allergic to any investigation but top priority to fight &amp; win against COVID-19: China</a>

Several nations including the Trump administration, Germany, Australia have called for a probe into the origins of the virus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spanish-pm-pedro-sanchez-garners-basque-party-votes-for-lockdown-extension-297009" hreflang="en">Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez garners Basque party votes for lockdown extension</a>

This will be the&nbsp;fourth two-week extension of the lockdown in Spain.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-rearms-to-nullify-chinas-missile-supremacy-296992" hreflang="en">US rearms to nullify China's missile supremacy</a>

The United States has largely stood by in recent decades as China dramatically expanded its military firepower.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/recession-of-historic-proportions-eurozone-economy-predicted-to-contract-77-296990" hreflang="en">'Recession of historic proportions': Eurozone economy predicted to contract 7.7%</a>

German automaker BMW reported that its net profit was down in the first quarter due to the effect of the virus with most countries in Europe on lockdown.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-issues-new-social-behaviour-guidelines-inviting-wrath-of-its-people-296985" hreflang="en">Japan issues new social behaviour guidelines inviting wrath of its people</a>

One new recommendation made on Monday for people eating in restaurants is to sit outside, side-by-side while keeping conversation to a minimum.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-announces-plans-thousands-of-new-homes-for-west-bank-settlement-297031" hreflang="en">Israel announces plans thousands of new homes for West Bank settlement</a>

The move comes after Washington voiced readiness to back de facto Israeli annexations there.

Coronavirus prevention and control still faces great uncertainty: President Xi Xi's remarks came even as the cabinet plans more measures to alleviate firms' tax burdens and boost credit support.

Coronavirus prevention and control still faces great uncertainty: President Xi Xi's remarks came even as the cabinet plans more measures to alleviate firms' tax burdens and boost credit support. Behind closed doors, France's COVID-19 death toll likely to jump But data from the INSEE statistics office shows a nationwide increase in deaths at home. The rise is particularly pronounced in some of the low-income suburbs ringing central Paris. 'Live and Let Die' blasts as Trump tours mask factory, without wearing one It still is unclear whether the music was the choice of the White House or Honeywell, but it wasn't liked by many -- as they called it insensitive, given the magnitude of the coronavirus pandemic. EU recovery plan to be ready in weeks, to be approved in June: Top official Gentiloni told a news conference the plan would include a mix of grants and long-term loans. Not allergic to any investigation but top priority to fight & win against COVID-19: China Several nations including the Trump administration, Germany, Australia have called for a probe into the origins of the virus. Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez garners Basque party votes for lockdown extension This will be the fourth two-week extension of the lockdown in Spain. US rearms to nullify China's missile supremacy The United States has largely stood by in recent decades as China dramatically expanded its military firepower. 'Recession of historic proportions': Eurozone economy predicted to contract 7.7% German automaker BMW reported that its net profit was down in the first quarter due to the effect of the virus with most countries in Europe on lockdown. Japan issues new social behaviour guidelines inviting wrath of its people One new recommendation made on Monday for people eating in restaurants is to sit outside, side-by-side while keeping conversation to a minimum. Israel announces plans thousands of new homes for West Bank settlement The move comes after Washington voiced readiness to back de facto Israeli annexations there.

Top 10 world news today: Xi Jinping on COVID-19, France likely to witness jump in death toll and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-surpasses-italy-with-europes-highest-official-coronavirus-death-toll-296831" hreflang="en">UK surpasses Italy with Europe's highest official coronavirus death toll</a>

Weekly figures from Britain's Office for National Statistics (ONS) added more than 7,000 deaths in England and Wales, raising the total for the United Kingdom to 32,313 as of late April.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/united-states-will-witness-200000-cases-and-3000-deaths-per-day-by-june-1-reports-296832" hreflang="en">United States will witness 200,000 cases and 3,000 deaths per day by June 1: reports</a>

According to the document accessed by the New York Times, the deaths will increase by 70 per cent from the current numbers.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-death-toll-from-new-coronavirus-outbreak-rises-by-63-to-6340-296826" hreflang="en">Iran death toll from new coronavirus outbreak rises by 63 to 6,340</a>

Jahanpour said that another 1,323 people tested positive for the virus during the same period, bringing the overall number to 99,970.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musk-enlists-two-properties-for-sale-after-promising-to-give-up-possessions-296825" hreflang="en">Elon Musk enlists two properties for sale after promising to 'give up possessions'</a>

These two villas includes a house that was owned by Hollywood legend Gene Wilder and Musk bought it in 2013, the price tag of this house is&nbsp;$9.5 million.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-coronavirus-pandemic-china-eyes-moon-trip-with-successful-rocket-launch-296819">Amid coronavirus pandemic, China eyes moon trip with successful rocket launch</a>

The rocket is capable of operating a permanent space station and send astronauts to the Moon, according to the country's Xinhua news agency.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kim-jong-un-deliberately-faked-his-death-to-expose-traitors-in-his-circle-report-296811" hreflang="en">Kim Jong-un deliberately faked his death to expose traitors in his circle: Report</a>

It is now possible that the leader will use the responses from his long period of absence to begin “purging” those he believes colluded to take over.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/british-economy-on-track-for-biggest-contraction-in-living-memory-296812" hreflang="en">British economy on track for biggest contraction 'in living memory'</a>

A composite PMI of the two sectors dropped to a record-low 13.8 in April from 36.0 in March, far below the 50 mark that divides growth from contraction, indicating a 7% quarterly fall.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-sees-85-million-domestic-tourist-trips-in-three-days-as-government-lifts-travel-restrictions-296792" hreflang="en">China sees 85 million domestic tourist trips in three days as government lifts travel restrictions</a>

The majority of travellers hail from China’s biggest population centres, with large numbers making trips from Beijing, Dalian and Wuhan, the city where the first cases of Covid-19 were reported.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-russia-records-over-10000-infection-cases-for-second-consecutive-day-296791" hreflang="en">COVID-19: Russia records over 10,000 infection cases for second consecutive day</a>

There have been 1,451 deaths due to the virus in the country with 95 new fatalities in the last 24 hours.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/now-your-smartphone-can-warn-you-if-youve-been-exposed-to-the-coronavirus-296775" hreflang="en">Now your smartphone can warn you if you’ve been exposed to the coronavirus</a>

The companies plan to allow only public health authorities to use the technology.

UK surpasses Italy with Europe's highest official coronavirus death toll Weekly figures from Britain's Office for National Statistics (ONS) added more than 7,000 deaths in England and Wales, raising the total for the United Kingdom to 32,313 as of late April.

UK surpasses Italy with Europe's highest official coronavirus death toll Weekly figures from Britain's Office for National Statistics (ONS) added more than 7,000 deaths in England and Wales, raising the total for the United Kingdom to 32,313 as of late April. United States will witness 200,000 cases and 3,000 deaths per day by June 1: reports According to the document accessed by the New York Times, the deaths will increase by 70 per cent from the current numbers. Iran death toll from new coronavirus outbreak rises by 63 to 6,340 Jahanpour said that another 1,323 people tested positive for the virus during the same period, bringing the overall number to 99,970. Elon Musk enlists two properties for sale after promising to 'give up possessions' These two villas includes a house that was owned by Hollywood legend Gene Wilder and Musk bought it in 2013, the price tag of this house is $9.5 million. Amid coronavirus pandemic, China eyes moon trip with successful rocket launch The rocket is capable of operating a permanent space station and send astronauts to the Moon, according to the country's Xinhua news agency. Kim Jong-un deliberately faked his death to expose traitors in his circle: Report It is now possible that the leader will use the responses from his long period of absence to begin “purging” those he believes colluded to take over. British economy on track for biggest contraction 'in living memory' A composite PMI of the two sectors dropped to a record-low 13.8 in April from 36.0 in March, far below the 50 mark that divides growth from contraction, indicating a 7% quarterly fall. China sees 85 million domestic tourist trips in three days as government lifts travel restrictions The majority of travellers hail from China’s biggest population centres, with large numbers making trips from Beijing, Dalian and Wuhan, the city where the first cases of Covid-19 were reported. COVID-19: Russia records over 10,000 infection cases for second consecutive day There have been 1,451 deaths due to the virus in the country with 95 new fatalities in the last 24 hours. Now your smartphone can warn you if you’ve been exposed to the coronavirus The companies plan to allow only public health authorities to use the technology.

Top 10 world news today: UK surpasses Italy in coronavirus death toll, US may witness surge in cases and deaths and more!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/internal-report-warns-china-is-facing-tiananmen-like-global-backlash-over-coronavirus-outbreak-296619" hreflang="en">Internal report warns China faces increasing global backlash over coronavirus</a>

The deadly virus, which first showed signs in China's Wuhan city, has so far infected more than 3 million people globally and caused more than 2,00,000 deaths.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-reports-74-coronavirus-death-as-mosques-due-to-reopen-296599" hreflang="en">Iran reports 74 coronavirus death as mosques due to reopen</a>

The total number of diagnosed cases rose to 98,647, ministry spokesman Kianush Jahanpur said in a statement on state TV.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/just-in-a-travel-bubble-between-new-zealand-and-australia-amid-coronavirus-lockdown-296595" hreflang="en">Just in! A 'travel bubble' between New Zealand and Australia amid coronavirus lockdown</a>

August is when the corridor is likely to be rolled out, possibly in time for the ski season in New Zealand and the school holidays in September.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/deal-or-no-deal-argentina-faces-make-or-break-may-to-avoid-default-296591" hreflang="en">Deal or no deal? Argentina faces make-or-break May to avoid default</a>

Argentina is entering a crucial period this month for a precarious debt-restructuring process that will determine whether or not the country falls into default for a third time in just two decades.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-has-questions-to-answer-over-coronavirus-outbreak-says-uk-296580" hreflang="en">China has questions to answer over coronavirus outbreak, says UK</a>

US intelligence agencies have concluded the virus was not man-made or genetically modified.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-records-over-10500-covid-19-cases-again-infections-cross-over-145000-296573" hreflang="en">Russia records over 10,500 COVID-19 cases again; infections cross over 145,000</a>

Moscow has become the epicenter of the virus reporting over half of the COVID-19 cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-defectors-come-under-criticism-over-speculating-kim-jong-uns-fate-296575" hreflang="en">North Korea defectors come under criticism over speculating Kim Jong-un's fate</a>

A former senior North Korean diplomat apologised on Monday after saying leader Kim Jong-un was likely so ill he could not stand, days before he emerged in state media chain-smoking and walking briskly at an event attended by hundreds of officials, reported news agency Reuters.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-pm-shinzo-abe-extends-lockdown-till-may-31-296567" hreflang="en">Japan PM Shinzo Abe extends lockdown till May 31</a>

Japan has reported 15,000 COVID-19 infections with 510 deaths.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/global-markets-stocks-fall-as-us-china-tensions-threaten-rebound-296550" hreflang="en">Global Markets: Stocks fall as US-China tensions threaten rebound</a>

European shares&nbsp;opened down 2.5% with U.S. stock futures trading close to 1% in the red.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tropical-paradise-florida-man-caught-isolating-in-an-abandoned-island-of-disney-park-296624" hreflang="en">'Tropical paradise': Florida man caught isolating in an abandoned island of Disney Park</a>

The coronavirus chaos has forced everything to a halt, including the world-famous Disney Park. The amusement park has been shut for over a month due to lockdown in the United States. But that has not stopped people from experiencing it.&nbsp;

Internal report warns China faces increasing global backlash over coronavirus The deadly virus, which first showed signs in China's Wuhan city, has so far infected more than 3 million people globally and caused more than 2,00,000 deaths.

Internal report warns China faces increasing global backlash over coronavirus The deadly virus, which first showed signs in China's Wuhan city, has so far infected more than 3 million people globally and caused more than 2,00,000 deaths. Iran reports 74 coronavirus death as mosques due to reopen The total number of diagnosed cases rose to 98,647, ministry spokesman Kianush Jahanpur said in a statement on state TV. Just in! A 'travel bubble' between New Zealand and Australia amid coronavirus lockdown August is when the corridor is likely to be rolled out, possibly in time for the ski season in New Zealand and the school holidays in September. Deal or no deal? Argentina faces make-or-break May to avoid default Argentina is entering a crucial period this month for a precarious debt-restructuring process that will determine whether or not the country falls into default for a third time in just two decades. China has questions to answer over coronavirus outbreak, says UK US intelligence agencies have concluded the virus was not man-made or genetically modified. Russia records over 10,500 COVID-19 cases again; infections cross over 145,000 Moscow has become the epicenter of the virus reporting over half of the COVID-19 cases. North Korea defectors come under criticism over speculating Kim Jong-un's fate A former senior North Korean diplomat apologised on Monday after saying leader Kim Jong-un was likely so ill he could not stand, days before he emerged in state media chain-smoking and walking briskly at an event attended by hundreds of officials, reported news agency Reuters. Japan PM Shinzo Abe extends lockdown till May 31 Japan has reported 15,000 COVID-19 infections with 510 deaths. Global Markets: Stocks fall as US-China tensions threaten rebound European shares opened down 2.5% with U.S. stock futures trading close to 1% in the red. 'Tropical paradise': Florida man caught isolating in an abandoned island of Disney Park The coronavirus chaos has forced everything to a halt, including the world-famous Disney Park. The amusement park has been shut for over a month due to lockdown in the United States. But that has not stopped people from experiencing it.

Top 10 world news today: China faces global backlash, Iran coronavirus toll, and more

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President Donald Trump on Sunday said the United States will have a coronavirus vaccine by the end of this year. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-will-have-coronavirus-vaccine-by-end-of-year-says-trump-296461">READ MORE</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/glad-he-is-back-and-well-donald-trump-on-kim-jong-uns-first-appearance-in-three-weeks-296325">'Glad he is back and well': Donald Trump on Kim Jong Un's first appearance in three weeks</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boris-johnson-says-doctors-had-contingency-plans-ready-if-he-died-of-coronavirus-296328">Boris Johnson says doctors had contingency plans ready if he died of coronavirus</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boris-johnson-says-doctors-had-contingency-plans-ready-if-he-died-of-coronavirus-296328">US sees 1,435 new coronavirus deaths; total toll over 66,000</a>

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Morning news brief: US corona toll, Kim Jong Un appearance, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-claims-hes-seen-evidence-coronavirus-originated-in-chinese-lab-295950">Trump claims he's seen evidence coronavirus originated in Chinese lab</a>

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United States President Donald Trump has contradicted a statement from his intelligence community by claiming he had seen evidence that proved the novel coronavirus originated in a laboratory in Wuhan, China. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-claims-hes-seen-evidence-coronavirus-originated-in-chinese-lab-295950">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/half-of-us-states-easing-coronavirus-restrictions-as-jobless-numbers-grow-295949">Half of US states easing coronavirus restrictions as jobless numbers grow</a>

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The jobless toll amounts to more than 18.4% of the U.S. working-age population, a level not seen since the Great Depression of the 1930s. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/half-of-us-states-easing-coronavirus-restrictions-as-jobless-numbers-grow-295949">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-might-impose-tariff-on-china-for-coronavirus-damages-likens-who-to-beijings-pr-agency-295948">Trump might impose tariff on China for coronavirus damages, likens WHO to Beijing's PR agency</a>

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To this end, Trump said debt cancellation is a "rough game" and may harm the sanctity of the US currency. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-might-impose-tariff-on-china-for-coronavirus-damages-likens-who-to-beijings-pr-agency-295948">READ MORE</a>

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Trump claims he's seen evidence coronavirus originated in Chinese lab United States President Donald Trump has contradicted a statement from his intelligence community by claiming he had seen evidence that proved the novel coronavirus originated in a laboratory in Wuhan, China.

Trump claims he's seen evidence coronavirus originated in Chinese lab United States President Donald Trump has contradicted a statement from his intelligence community by claiming he had seen evidence that proved the novel coronavirus originated in a laboratory in Wuhan, China. READ MORE Half of US states easing coronavirus restrictions as jobless numbers grow The jobless toll amounts to more than 18.4% of the U.S. working-age population, a level not seen since the Great Depression of the 1930s. READ MORE Trump might impose tariff on China for coronavirus damages, likens WHO to Beijing's PR agency To this end, Trump said debt cancellation is a "rough game" and may harm the sanctity of the US currency. READ MORE

Morning News Brief: Trump may impose tariff on China, unemployment grows in the US and more!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/global-coronavirus-cases-surge-to-32-million-death-toll-at-227368-295685">Global coronavirus cases surge to 3.2 million, death toll at 227,368</a>

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COVID-19 has now infected 3,190,743 &nbsp;people worldwide and 227,36 people have been killed due to this pandemic. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/global-coronavirus-cases-surge-to-32-million-death-toll-at-227368-295685">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-china-will-do-anything-they-can-to-see-him-lose-re-election-race-295682">Trump says China ‘will do anything they can’ to see him lose re-election race</a> 
 
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Trump said he was looking at different options in terms of consequences for China for the virus. “I can do a lot,” he said. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-china-will-do-anything-they-can-to-see-him-lose-re-election-race-295682">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-opens-e-registration-for-its-nationals-stranded-in-uae-wanting-to-fly-home-295688">India opens e-registration for its nationals stranded in UAE wanting to fly home</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/04/30/138686-indian-emb-uae-ians.jpg?itok=NXbX1Fce" />The Indian mission in the UAE has opened e-registration for its nationals wanting to travel back home in the face of the coronavirus-induced lockdown. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-opens-e-registration-for-its-nationals-stranded-in-uae-wanting-to-fly-home-295688">READ MORE</a> 
 
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Global coronavirus cases surge to 3.2 million, death toll at 227,368 COVID-19 has now infected 3,190,743 people worldwide and 227,36 people have been killed due to this pandemic.

Global coronavirus cases surge to 3.2 million, death toll at 227,368 COVID-19 has now infected 3,190,743 people worldwide and 227,36 people have been killed due to this pandemic. READ MORE Trump says China ‘will do anything they can’ to see him lose re-election race Trump said he was looking at different options in terms of consequences for China for the virus. “I can do a lot,” he said. READ MORE India opens e-registration for its nationals stranded in UAE wanting to fly home The Indian mission in the UAE has opened e-registration for its nationals wanting to travel back home in the face of the coronavirus-induced lockdown. READ MORE

Morning News Brief: Global coronavirus death toll, Trump slams China and more!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-sees-records-rise-in-one-day-coronavirus-infections-total-number-tops-100000-295862">Russia sees records rise in one-day coronavirus infections; total number tops 100,000</a>

Russia on Thursday recorded a largest a daily increase of confirmed coronavirus cases as the number of infections surged past 100,000.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/us-weekly-jobless-claims-remain-elevated-as-millions-more-seek-benefits-295887">US weekly jobless claims remain elevated as millions more seek benefits</a>

Millions more Americans filed claims for unemployment benefits last week, suggesting that layoffs were spreading to industries that were not initially directly impacted by business closures and disruptions related to the coronavirus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-dogs-are-being-trained-to-sniff-out-covid-19-cases-295837">US: Dogs are being trained to 'sniff out' COVID-19 cases</a>

According to experts, if this initiative succeeds, then it will ''revolutionize'' screening for the deadly illness and the response towards it.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/coronavirus-pandemic-apple-google-to-release-developer-version-of-contact-tracing-app-this-week-295824">Coronavirus pandemic: Apple, Google to release developer version of contact tracing app this week</a>

The Silicon Valley giants, Apple and Google would release the initial versions of the contact tracing apps aimed to reduce the coronavirus spread this week, companies said in a statement on Thursday. According to the statement, the initial versions will be released to selective developers only for testing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-in-iran-due-to-coronavirus-surges-past-6000-295820">Death toll in Iran due to coronavirus surges past 6,000</a>

Iran government on Thursday said the death toll due to coronavirus "effectively crossed 6,000 today" while reporting 71 fatalities due the virus in the past 24 hours.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/satellite-images-of-luxury-yachts-reveal-kim-jong-un-s-current-location-295822">Satellite images of luxury yachts reveal Kim Jong Un 's current location</a>

Satellite images of luxury boats near dictator Kim Jong Un's favoured villa in North Korea have revealed his current location.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/moon-rock-for-sale-one-of-the-largest-lunar-meteorite-to-be-auctioned-for-25-million-295819">Moon rock for sale!: One of the largest lunar meteorite to be auctioned for $2.5 million</a>

One of the world's largest Moon rock will go on sale in London on Friday. Valued at $2.49 million, the piece of the meteorite was knocked off the moon and will auction at a private sale at Christie's in Britain.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-spain-records-lower-death-toll-as-lockdown-measures-set-to-ease-295815">COVID-19: Spain records lower death toll as lockdown measures set to ease</a>

Spain on Thursday reported 268 deaths due to coronavirus which is the lowest death toll since March 20 as the country sought to gradually open the lockdown.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-tycoon-buys-10-million-chinese-coronavirus-test-kits-despite-diplomatic-row-295793">Australian tycoon buys 10 million Chinese coronavirus test kits despite diplomatic row</a>

An Australian mining magnate has unveiled a deal to import 10 million coronavirus test kits from China to Australia, despite a bitter diplomatic spat between the two countries.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korea-no-new-domestic-coronavirus-cases-no-transmission-from-election-295753">South Korea: No new domestic coronavirus cases, no transmission from election</a>

South Korea on Thursday reported no new domestic coronavirus cases for the first time since February, the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/it-is-elon-musk-vs-mark-zuckerberg-billionaires-clash-with-different-opinions-on-lockdown-295751">It is Elon Musk vs Mark Zuckerberg! Billionaires clash with different opinions on lockdown</a>

Silicon Valley billionaires Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg offered duelling views on lockdown measures designed to slow the spread of the coronavirus on Wednesday, with Facebook’s Zuckerberg endorsing the measures while tesla’s musk condemned them as anti-democratic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/rishi-kapoor-cremated-in-mumbai-son-ranbir-kapoor-performs-last-rites-295807">Rishi Kapoor cremated in Mumbai, son Ranbir Kapoor performs last rites</a>

Bollywood actor Rishi Kapoor was cremated at the Chandanwadi Crematorium, Marine Lines on Thursday evening- hours after he breathed his last in a hospital in Mumbai.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/coronavirus-under-control-says-sri-lanka-president-gotabaya-rajapaksa-as-sailors-test-positive-295853">Coronavirus under control, says Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa as sailors test positive</a>

Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said today that coronavirus pandemic is under control while asserting that the sudden risen in the number of cases will be dwelt with by authorities.

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Russia sees records rise in one-day coronavirus infections; total number tops 100,000 Russia on Thursday recorded a largest a daily increase of confirmed coronavirus cases as the number of infections surged past 100,000.

Russia sees records rise in one-day coronavirus infections; total number tops 100,000 Russia on Thursday recorded a largest a daily increase of confirmed coronavirus cases as the number of infections surged past 100,000. US weekly jobless claims remain elevated as millions more seek benefits Millions more Americans filed claims for unemployment benefits last week, suggesting that layoffs were spreading to industries that were not initially directly impacted by business closures and disruptions related to the coronavirus. US: Dogs are being trained to 'sniff out' COVID-19 cases According to experts, if this initiative succeeds, then it will ''revolutionize'' screening for the deadly illness and the response towards it. Coronavirus pandemic: Apple, Google to release developer version of contact tracing app this week The Silicon Valley giants, Apple and Google would release the initial versions of the contact tracing apps aimed to reduce the coronavirus spread this week, companies said in a statement on Thursday. According to the statement, the initial versions will be released to selective developers only for testing. Death toll in Iran due to coronavirus surges past 6,000 Iran government on Thursday said the death toll due to coronavirus "effectively crossed 6,000 today" while reporting 71 fatalities due the virus in the past 24 hours. Satellite images of luxury yachts reveal Kim Jong Un 's current location Satellite images of luxury boats near dictator Kim Jong Un's favoured villa in North Korea have revealed his current location. Moon rock for sale!: One of the largest lunar meteorite to be auctioned for $2.5 million One of the world's largest Moon rock will go on sale in London on Friday. Valued at $2.49 million, the piece of the meteorite was knocked off the moon and will auction at a private sale at Christie's in Britain. COVID-19: Spain records lower death toll as lockdown measures set to ease Spain on Thursday reported 268 deaths due to coronavirus which is the lowest death toll since March 20 as the country sought to gradually open the lockdown. Australian tycoon buys 10 million Chinese coronavirus test kits despite diplomatic row An Australian mining magnate has unveiled a deal to import 10 million coronavirus test kits from China to Australia, despite a bitter diplomatic spat between the two countries. South Korea: No new domestic coronavirus cases, no transmission from election South Korea on Thursday reported no new domestic coronavirus cases for the first time since February, the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) said. It is Elon Musk vs Mark Zuckerberg! Billionaires clash with different opinions on lockdown Silicon Valley billionaires Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg offered duelling views on lockdown measures designed to slow the spread of the coronavirus on Wednesday, with Facebook’s Zuckerberg endorsing the measures while tesla’s musk condemned them as anti-democratic. Rishi Kapoor cremated in Mumbai, son Ranbir Kapoor performs last rites Bollywood actor Rishi Kapoor was cremated at the Chandanwadi Crematorium, Marine Lines on Thursday evening- hours after he breathed his last in a hospital in Mumbai. Coronavirus under control, says Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa as sailors test positive Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said today that coronavirus pandemic is under control while asserting that the sudden risen in the number of cases will be dwelt with by authorities.

Top 10 world news today: Coronavirus pandemic, Elon Musk vs Mark Zuckerberg and more!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-cases-in-us-top-1-million-death-toll-at-57266-295419" hreflang="en">Coronavirus cases in US top 1 million; death toll at 57,266</a>

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The number of coronavirus cases in the United States crossed 1 million on Tuesday, according to the Centre for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) at Johns Hopkins University. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-cases-in-us-top-1-million-death-toll-at-57266-295419">READ MORE</a>

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A leading candidate for a Covid-19 vaccine has shown promising results in animal trials and is expected to see mass production in India within months. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/coronavirus-oxford-vaccine-effective-in-monkeys-heading-for-mass-production-in-india-295429">READ MORE</a>

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United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday ordered meat-processing plants to stay open to protect the food supply in his country, despite concerns about coronavirus outbreaks.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-to-order-meat-processing-plants-to-stay-open-even-as-they-become-coronavirus-hot-spots-295427">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/one-man-one-umbrella-keralas-village-finds-a-unique-way-to-promote-social-distancing-295431" hreflang="en">One man one umbrella, Kerala's village finds a unique way to promote social distancing</a>

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Kerala's village Alappuzha has found a unique way with a very basic tool for social distancing in their fight against coronavirus. The villagers will be using an umbrella for social distancing. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/one-man-one-umbrella-keralas-village-finds-a-unique-way-to-promote-social-distancing-295431">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/paris-saint-germain-could-play-champions-league-fixtures-abroad-nasser-al-khelaifi-295423" hreflang="en">Paris Saint-Germain could play Champions League fixtures abroad: Nasser Al-Khelaifi</a>

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After the announcement of the French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe, french professional sports leagues including football and rugby won’t be able to resume action before September due to COVID-19 restriction. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/paris-saint-germain-could-play-champions-league-fixtures-abroad-nasser-al-khelaifi-295423">READ MORE</a>

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Coronavirus cases in US top 1 million; death toll at 57,266 The number of coronavirus cases in the United States crossed 1 million on Tuesday, according to the Centre for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) at Johns Hopkins University.

Coronavirus cases in US top 1 million; death toll at 57,266 The number of coronavirus cases in the United States crossed 1 million on Tuesday, according to the Centre for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) at Johns Hopkins University. READ MORE Oxford vaccine effective in monkeys, heading for mass production in India A leading candidate for a Covid-19 vaccine has shown promising results in animal trials and is expected to see mass production in India within months. READ MORE Trump to order meat processing plants to stay open even as they become coronavirus hot spots United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday ordered meat-processing plants to stay open to protect the food supply in his country, despite concerns about coronavirus outbreaks.READ MORE One man one umbrella, Kerala's village finds a unique way to promote social distancing Kerala's village Alappuzha has found a unique way with a very basic tool for social distancing in their fight against coronavirus. The villagers will be using an umbrella for social distancing. READ MORE Paris Saint-Germain could play Champions League fixtures abroad: Nasser Al-Khelaifi After the announcement of the French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe, french professional sports leagues including football and rugby won’t be able to resume action before September due to COVID-19 restriction. READ MORE WATCH| US COVID-19 death toll tops Vietnam war fatalities | Cases surpass one million ×

Morning News Brief: US coronavirus toll, Oxford vaccine effective in monkeys, and more!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/people-say-i-am-the-hardest-working-president-says-trump-in-a-twitter-tirade-against-media-294940">People say I am the hardest working president, says Trump in a Twitter tirade against media</a> 
 
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President Donald Trump on Sunday lashed out at US news media over coverage of his work habits and Russia investigation in a series of tweets. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/people-say-i-am-the-hardest-working-president-says-trump-in-a-twitter-tirade-against-media-294940">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kim-jong-un-alive-and-well-top-security-adviser-to-south-koreas-president-says-294919">Kim Jong Un 'alive and well,' top security adviser to South Korea's president says</a>

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is "alive and well", a top security adviser to the South's President Moon Jae-in said, downplaying rumours over Kim's health following his absence from a key anniversary. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kim-jong-un-alive-and-well-top-security-adviser-to-south-koreas-president-says-294919">READ MORE</a>

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Shooting in the capital city of US' Louisiana -- Baton Rouge -- has left one police officer dead and another wounded. A suspect was also put in custody after an hours-long standoff at a home. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/one-officer-dead-one-wounded-in-louisiana-shooting-294921">READ MORE</a> 
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People say I am the hardest working president, says Trump in a Twitter tirade against media President Donald Trump on Sunday lashed out at US news media over coverage of his work habits and Russia investigation in a series of tweets.

People say I am the hardest working president, says Trump in a Twitter tirade against media President Donald Trump on Sunday lashed out at US news media over coverage of his work habits and Russia investigation in a series of tweets. READ MORE Kim Jong Un 'alive and well,' top security adviser to South Korea's president says North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is "alive and well", a top security adviser to the South's President Moon Jae-in said, downplaying rumours over Kim's health following his absence from a key anniversary. READ MORE One officer dead, one wounded in Louisiana shooting Shooting in the capital city of US' Louisiana -- Baton Rouge -- has left one police officer dead and another wounded. A suspect was also put in custody after an hours-long standoff at a home. READ MORE

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/very-serious-investigations-against-china-over-coronavirus-says-trump-295192">'Very serious investigations' against China over coronavirus, says Trump</a>

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US President Donald Trump suggested on Monday that he may seek damages from China over the coronavirus outbreak which began in the Chinese city of Wuhan and spread around the world. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/very-serious-investigations-against-china-over-coronavirus-says-trump-295192">READ MORE</a>

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US President Donald Trump has a "very good idea" about the status of Kim Jong Un but he can't talk about it now. Or so he says.Trump's statement came amid rumours about the ill health of the North Korean leader. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-has-a-very-good-idea-about-kim-jong-uns-status-but-he-wont-talk-about-it-295191">READ MORE</a>

 
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Boeing Co said it would need to borrow more money over the next six months and that it did not expect to pay dividends again for years, as it wrestles with the coronavirus lockdown-induced economic fallout. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/boeing-wrestles-with-coronavirus-fallout-says-will-need-to-borrow-more-money-295188">READ MORE</a> 
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'Very serious investigations' against China over coronavirus, says Trump US President Donald Trump suggested on Monday that he may seek damages from China over the coronavirus outbreak which began in the Chinese city of Wuhan and spread around the world.

'Very serious investigations' against China over coronavirus, says Trump US President Donald Trump suggested on Monday that he may seek damages from China over the coronavirus outbreak which began in the Chinese city of Wuhan and spread around the world. READ MORE Trump has 'a very good idea' about Kim Jong Un's status. But he won't talk about it US President Donald Trump has a "very good idea" about the status of Kim Jong Un but he can't talk about it now. Or so he says.Trump's statement came amid rumours about the ill health of the North Korean leader. READ MORE Boeing wrestles with coronavirus fallout, says will need to borrow more money Boeing Co said it would need to borrow more money over the next six months and that it did not expect to pay dividends again for years, as it wrestles with the coronavirus lockdown-induced economic fallout. READ MORE

Morning news brief: Trump attacks China, plot to poison Prague mayor and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-positive-cases-near-3-million-mark-globally-death-toll-passes-2-lacs-294998">COVID-19 positive cases near 3-million mark globally; death toll passes 2 lacs</a>

Cases of infections of the deadly coronavirus surpassed 29 lacs worldwide on Monday as COVID-19 spreads across Europe, North America and South Asia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-security-council-members-agree-virus-video-summit-moscow-295129">UN Security Council members agree virus video-summit: Moscow</a>

Russia said Monday that the permanent members of the UN Security Council have agreed to hold a video conference on the coronavirus pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kim-jong-un-alive-and-well-top-security-adviser-to-south-koreas-president-says-294919" hreflang="en">Kim Jong Un 'alive and well,' top security adviser to South Korea's president says</a>

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is "alive and well", a top security adviser to the South's President Moon Jae-in said, downplaying rumours over Kim's health following his absence from a key anniversary.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italy-to-reopen-factories-in-staged-end-to-europes-longest-coronavirus-lockdown-295135">Italy to reopen factories in staged end to Europe's longest COVID-19 lockdown</a>

Italy to open factories and building sites from May 4 and permit limited family visits as it prepares a staged end to Europe's longest coronavirus lockdown, Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte said on Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/curb-coronavirus-root-cause-or-bear-worse-pandemics-say-worlds-leading-scientists-295122">Curb coronavirus' root cause or bear worse pandemics, say top scientists</a>

A deadlier and more destructive catastrophe than the coronavirus pandemic will engulf the world if the root cause of COVID-19, that is, the rampant destruction of the natural world, is rapidly halted, the world’s leading biodiversity experts have warned.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science-tech/hong-kong-scientists-say-new-antiviral-coating-can-protect-surfaces-for-90-days-295024" hreflang="en">Scientists say new antiviral coating can protect surfaces for 90 days</a>

Researchers at a&nbsp;Hong&nbsp;Kong&nbsp;university say they have developed an antiviral coating which could provide 90 days of "significant" protection against bacteria and viruses such as the one causing COVID-19.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-raises-alarm-about-police-brutality-in-lockdowns-295145">UN raises alarm about police brutality in lockdowns</a>

The UN&nbsp;human rights office voiced concern on Monday about more than a dozen countries that have declared states of emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic where police have arrested or detained hundreds of thousands of people and killed others.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/arab-league-to-convene-urgent-meet-over-israels-plans-to-annex-west-bank-295117">Arab League to convene urgent meet over Israel's plans to annex West Bank</a>

The Arab League said Monday it will convene an urgent virtual meeting this week to discuss how to galvanise opposition to Israeli plans to annex parts of the occupied West Bank.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-house-speaker-nancy-pelosi-endorses-joe-biden-for-president-295093" hreflang="en">US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi endorses Joe Biden for president</a>

US House Of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi has endorsed Joe Biden for president, joining a list of top Democrats, who have recently thrown their support behind the former vice president.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hungarys-new-legislation-could-stir-trouble-for-its-lgbtqia-population-294952" hreflang="en">Hungary's new legislation could stir trouble for its LGBTQIA+ population</a>

Hungary’s government, largely seen as right-wing, is trying to pass a legislation which aims to define biological sex based simply on “primary sex characteristics and chromosomes”.

COVID-19 positive cases near 3-million mark globally; death toll passes 2 lacs Cases of infections of the deadly coronavirus surpassed 29 lacs worldwide on Monday as COVID-19 spreads across Europe, North America and South Asia.

COVID-19 positive cases near 3-million mark globally; death toll passes 2 lacs Cases of infections of the deadly coronavirus surpassed 29 lacs worldwide on Monday as COVID-19 spreads across Europe, North America and South Asia. UN Security Council members agree virus video-summit: Moscow Russia said Monday that the permanent members of the UN Security Council have agreed to hold a video conference on the coronavirus pandemic. Kim Jong Un 'alive and well,' top security adviser to South Korea's president says North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is "alive and well", a top security adviser to the South's President Moon Jae-in said, downplaying rumours over Kim's health following his absence from a key anniversary. Italy to reopen factories in staged end to Europe's longest COVID-19 lockdown Italy to open factories and building sites from May 4 and permit limited family visits as it prepares a staged end to Europe's longest coronavirus lockdown, Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte said on Sunday. Curb coronavirus' root cause or bear worse pandemics, say top scientists A deadlier and more destructive catastrophe than the coronavirus pandemic will engulf the world if the root cause of COVID-19, that is, the rampant destruction of the natural world, is rapidly halted, the world’s leading biodiversity experts have warned. Scientists say new antiviral coating can protect surfaces for 90 days Researchers at a Hong Kong university say they have developed an antiviral coating which could provide 90 days of "significant" protection against bacteria and viruses such as the one causing COVID-19. UN raises alarm about police brutality in lockdowns The UN human rights office voiced concern on Monday about more than a dozen countries that have declared states of emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic where police have arrested or detained hundreds of thousands of people and killed others. Arab League to convene urgent meet over Israel's plans to annex West Bank The Arab League said Monday it will convene an urgent virtual meeting this week to discuss how to galvanise opposition to Israeli plans to annex parts of the occupied West Bank. US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi endorses Joe Biden for president US House Of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi has endorsed Joe Biden for president, joining a list of top Democrats, who have recently thrown their support behind the former vice president. Hungary's new legislation could stir trouble for its LGBTQIA+ population Hungary’s government, largely seen as right-wing, is trying to pass a legislation which aims to define biological sex based simply on “primary sex characteristics and chromosomes”.

Top 10 world news today: Covid-19 death toll, UN security council meeting and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/global-coronavirus-death-toll-crosses-200000-mark-294801">Global coronavirus death toll crosses 200,000 mark</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-us-witnesses-nearly-2500-deaths-in-last-24-hours-toll-over-53000-294797">Coronavirus: US witnesses nearly 2,500 deaths in last 24 hours; toll over 53,000</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/britain-passes-milestone-of-20000-coronavirus-hospital-deaths-294787">Britain passes milestone of 20,000 coronavirus hospital deaths</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/african-nations-scrutinise-cost-benefits-of-chinese-investments-conditions-attached-to-such-funds-294761">African nations scrutinise cost-benefits of Chinese investments, conditions attached to such funds</a>

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Watch |&nbsp;How China ignored COVID-19 warning?

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/tom-cruises-mission-impossible-sequels-get-new-release-dates-294694">Tom Cruise's 'Mission: Impossible' sequels get new release dates</a>

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Global coronavirus death toll crosses 200,000 mark Coronavirus: US witnesses nearly 2,500 deaths in last 24 hours; toll over 53,000 COVID-19 death toll touches 779 as number of cases rises to 24,942 in India Britain passes milestone of 20,000 coronavirus hospital deaths African nations scrutinise cost-benefits of Chinese investments, conditions attached to such funds Watch | How China ignored COVID-19 warning?

Global coronavirus death toll crosses 200,000 mark Coronavirus: US witnesses nearly 2,500 deaths in last 24 hours; toll over 53,000 COVID-19 death toll touches 779 as number of cases rises to 24,942 in India Britain passes milestone of 20,000 coronavirus hospital deaths African nations scrutinise cost-benefits of Chinese investments, conditions attached to such funds Watch | How China ignored COVID-19 warning? Tom Cruise's 'Mission: Impossible' sequels get new release dates

Morning news brief: Corona global toll, US crisis, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/world-leaders-unite-to-accelerate-covid-19-tests-vaccine-us-stays-away-from-who-initiative-294673">World leaders unite to accelerate COVID-19 tests, vaccine; US stays away from WHO initiative</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/with-over-50000-fatalities-us-witnesses-lowest-coronavirus-death-toll-in-three-weeks-294668">With over 50,000 fatalities, US witnesses lowest coronavirus death toll in three weeks</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/was-speaking-sarcastically-says-trump-on-his-injecting-disinfectants-comment-294649">Was speaking 'sarcastically', says Trump on his injecting disinfectants comment</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/was-speaking-sarcastically-says-trump-on-his-injecting-disinfectants-comment-294649">As Pakistan prepares for Ramazan, coronavirus cases surge to over 11,500; 242 dead</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/tigress-dies-in-delhi-zoo-sample-sent-for-coronavirus-testing-294640">Tigress dies in Delhi zoo; sample sent for coronavirus testing</a>

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World leaders unite to accelerate COVID-19 tests, vaccine; US stays away from WHO initiative With over 50,000 fatalities, US witnesses lowest coronavirus death toll in three weeks Was speaking 'sarcastically', says Trump on his injecting disinfectants comment As Pakistan prepares for Ramazan, coronavirus cases surge to over 11,500; 242 dead Watch | Gravitas: Is China hiding 75% of its Coronavirus cases?

World leaders unite to accelerate COVID-19 tests, vaccine; US stays away from WHO initiative With over 50,000 fatalities, US witnesses lowest coronavirus death toll in three weeks Was speaking 'sarcastically', says Trump on his injecting disinfectants comment As Pakistan prepares for Ramazan, coronavirus cases surge to over 11,500; 242 dead Watch | Gravitas: Is China hiding 75% of its Coronavirus cases? Tigress dies in Delhi zoo; sample sent for coronavirus testing

Morning news brief: World leaders unite, US corona toll, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-may-have-known-of-coronavirus-in-november-us-renews-accusations-294377">China may have known of coronavirus in November: US renews accusations</a>

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United States President Donald Trump's administration has harshly criticised both China and the WHO, blaming them for not stopping the illness that has killed more than 1,80,000 people worldwide. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-may-have-known-of-coronavirus-in-november-us-renews-accusations-294377">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/harvard-professor-becomes-a-billionaire-from-stake-in-company-discovering-covid-19-vaccine-294398">Harvard professor becomes a billionaire from stake in company discovering Covid-19 vaccine</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/reports-on-kims-ailing-health-incorrect-says-trump-294378">Reports on Kim's ailing health incorrect says, Trump</a> 
 
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US President Donald Trump on Thursday rejected reports that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was unwell. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/reports-on-kims-ailing-health-incorrect-says-trump-294378">READ MORE</a> 
 
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China may have known of coronavirus in November: US renews accusations United States President Donald Trump's administration has harshly criticised both China and the WHO, blaming them for not stopping the illness that has killed more than 1,80,000 people worldwide.

China may have known of coronavirus in November: US renews accusations United States President Donald Trump's administration has harshly criticised both China and the WHO, blaming them for not stopping the illness that has killed more than 1,80,000 people worldwide. READ MORE Harvard professor becomes a billionaire from stake in company discovering Covid-19 vaccine Harvard Medical School professor, Timothy Springer becomes a billionaire after investing Moderna, the company discovering the vaccine for the novel coronavirus. READ MORE Reports on Kim's ailing health incorrect says, Trump US President Donald Trump on Thursday rejected reports that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was unwell. READ MORE

Morning news brief: US nears 50,000 coronavirus deaths, Kim's ailing health and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/27-million-in-new-york-may-have-coronavirus-survey-suggests-294543">2.7 million in New York may have coronavirus, survey suggests</a>

Governor Andrew Cuomo said that according to a survey as many as 2.7 million New Yorkers may have been infected with coronavirus which suggests that the number of infected cases may be higher than recorded.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/despite-security-concerns-zoom-users-top-300-million-shares-hit-record-294546">Despite security concerns, Zoom users top 300 million, shares hit record</a>

Despite the growing criticism over privacy issues, Zoom video conferencing app's user base grew by another 50% bring the number to 300 million in the last three weeks. While the shares of the US-based company rose 12% to a record high of $168.24 today.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-osaka-mayor-under-fire-after-he-says-men-should-do-grocery-shopping-as-women-are-indecisive-294530">Japan: Osaka mayor under fire after he says men should do grocery shopping as women are 'indecisive'</a>

The mayor of Japan's Osaka came under fire after he made sexist comments amid coronavirus pandemic. Speaking to reporters on Thursday, Ichiro Matsui said that women should refrain from grocery shopping as they are "indecisive" and "take a long time".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-reports-lowest-number-of-coronavirus-related-deaths-in-the-past-month-294527">Spain reports lowest number of coronavirus-related deaths in the past month</a>

Spain officials reported 367 deaths in the past 24 hours, on Friday. The officials said that the number of daily coronavirus-related fatalities fell to its lowest level in more than a month, with 367 deaths in the previous 24 hours.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/global-coronavirus-death-toll-passes-190000-us-has-most-fatalities-with-over-50000-294484">Global coronavirus death toll passes 190,000; US has most fatalities with over 50,000</a>

Cases of infections of the deadly coronavirus surpassed 27 lacs worldwide on Friday as COVID-19 spreads across Europe, North America and South Asia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/n-korean-military-plane-activities-on-unusual-rise-says-s-korea-294442">N Korean military plane activities on unusual rise, says S Korea</a>

North Korea has shown an increase in inspecting its artillery's readiness and carrying out air force flight operations, heightening tensions in the region.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/anti-viral-drug-being-hailed-as-coronavirus-cure-fails-first-clinical-trial-294417">Anti-viral drug being hailed as coronavirus cure, fails first clinical trial</a>

Anti-viral drug remdesivir which was being hailed as the cure for the novel coronavirus, has failed its first clinical test.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/netizens-troll-las-vegas-mayor-for-her-open-vegas-remarks-in-an-interview-294581">Netizens troll Las Vegas Mayor for her 'Open Vegas' remarks in an interview</a>

Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman is facing a backlash for her statement that casinos and other businesses should be reopened amid the coronavirus crisis just to revive the economy.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/even-statues-in-brazil-don-face-masks-amid-coronavirus-outbreak-294583">Even statues in Brazil don face masks amid coronavirus outbreak!</a>

In the battle against the coronavirus in Brazil, authorities in Rio de Janeiro imposed a mandatory use of masks for people walking on streets or using public transportation services.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/world-leaders-to-launch-who-covid-19-plan-but-us-wont-take-part-294566">World leaders to launch WHO COVID-19 plan, but US won't take part</a>

French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel will help launch a global initiative on Friday to accelerate work to fight COVID-19, the World Health Organization said, but the United States said it will not take part.

2.7 million in New York may have coronavirus, survey suggests Governor Andrew Cuomo said that according to a survey as many as 2.7 million New Yorkers may have been infected with coronavirus which suggests that the number of infected cases may be higher than recorded.

2.7 million in New York may have coronavirus, survey suggests Governor Andrew Cuomo said that according to a survey as many as 2.7 million New Yorkers may have been infected with coronavirus which suggests that the number of infected cases may be higher than recorded. Despite security concerns, Zoom users top 300 million, shares hit record Despite the growing criticism over privacy issues, Zoom video conferencing app's user base grew by another 50% bring the number to 300 million in the last three weeks. While the shares of the US-based company rose 12% to a record high of $168.24 today. Japan: Osaka mayor under fire after he says men should do grocery shopping as women are 'indecisive' The mayor of Japan's Osaka came under fire after he made sexist comments amid coronavirus pandemic. Speaking to reporters on Thursday, Ichiro Matsui said that women should refrain from grocery shopping as they are "indecisive" and "take a long time". Spain reports lowest number of coronavirus-related deaths in the past month Spain officials reported 367 deaths in the past 24 hours, on Friday. The officials said that the number of daily coronavirus-related fatalities fell to its lowest level in more than a month, with 367 deaths in the previous 24 hours. Global coronavirus death toll passes 190,000; US has most fatalities with over 50,000 Cases of infections of the deadly coronavirus surpassed 27 lacs worldwide on Friday as COVID-19 spreads across Europe, North America and South Asia. N Korean military plane activities on unusual rise, says S Korea North Korea has shown an increase in inspecting its artillery's readiness and carrying out air force flight operations, heightening tensions in the region. Anti-viral drug being hailed as coronavirus cure, fails first clinical trial Anti-viral drug remdesivir which was being hailed as the cure for the novel coronavirus, has failed its first clinical test. Netizens troll Las Vegas Mayor for her 'Open Vegas' remarks in an interview Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman is facing a backlash for her statement that casinos and other businesses should be reopened amid the coronavirus crisis just to revive the economy. Even statues in Brazil don face masks amid coronavirus outbreak! In the battle against the coronavirus in Brazil, authorities in Rio de Janeiro imposed a mandatory use of masks for people walking on streets or using public transportation services. World leaders to launch WHO COVID-19 plan, but US won't take part French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel will help launch a global initiative on Friday to accelerate work to fight COVID-19, the World Health Organization said, but the United States said it will not take part.

Top 10 world news today: Coronavirus in New York, Zoom users top 300 million and more!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/several-scientists-companies-in-uk-could-put-covid-19-vaccine-in-human-trials-soon-294106">Several scientists, companies in UK could put COVID-19 vaccine in human trials soon</a> 
 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-signs-executive-order-to-suspend-immigration-to-us-for-60-days-294115">Trump signs executive order to suspend immigration to US for 60 days</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2019/10/19/113982-untitled-design-69.jpg?itok=_0OogG1F" />President Trump signed an executive order banning some legal immigration for 60 days due to the novel coronavirus, saying he was doing so to protect American workers during the coronavirus pandemic. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-signs-executive-order-to-suspend-immigration-to-us-for-60-days-294115">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-general-takes-jibe-at-trump-says-should-focus-on-saving-us-from-virus-294114">Iran general takes jibe at Trump, says should focus on saving US from virus</a> 
 
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Iran's military spokesman on Wednesday said US President Donald Trump should concentrate on "saving" his own country from the "major crisis" caused by coronavirus rather than making threats. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-general-takes-jibe-at-trump-says-should-focus-on-saving-us-from-virus-294114">READ MORE</a> 
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Several scientists, companies in UK could put COVID-19 vaccine in human trials soon At least four scientists and companies in Europe are leading the charge for developing a vaccine for coronavirus, and will soon begin human trials.

Several scientists, companies in UK could put COVID-19 vaccine in human trials soon At least four scientists and companies in Europe are leading the charge for developing a vaccine for coronavirus, and will soon begin human trials. READ MORE Trump signs executive order to suspend immigration to US for 60 days President Trump signed an executive order banning some legal immigration for 60 days due to the novel coronavirus, saying he was doing so to protect American workers during the coronavirus pandemic. READ MORE Iran general takes jibe at Trump, says should focus on saving US from virus Iran's military spokesman on Wednesday said US President Donald Trump should concentrate on "saving" his own country from the "major crisis" caused by coronavirus rather than making threats. READ MORE

Morning news brief: Covid-19 vaccine trial set to begin, Trump halts immigration and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-mike-pompeo-hits-out-at-china-over-not-allowing-lab-inspections-294320" hreflang="en">Coronavirus: Mike Pompeo hits out at China over not allowing lab inspections</a>

'It's important that those materials are being handled in a safe and secure way such that there isn't accidental release," Pompeo told reporters.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fully-signed-and-ready-to-go-trump-approves-order-to-temporarily-suspend-immigration-into-us-294323" hreflang="en">'Fully signed and ready to go': Trump approves order to temporarily suspend immigration into US</a>

President Trump signed an executive order to "temporarily suspend immigration into the United States" due to the&nbsp;coronavirus&nbsp;crisis.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/challenge-remains-the-same-says-mike-pompeo-in-case-of-leadership-change-in-north-korea-294321" hreflang="en">'Challenge remains the same!', says Mike Pompeo in case of leadership change in North Korea</a>

To which Pompeo said: "I did have a chance to meet her a couple of times, but the challenge remains the same -- the goal remains unchanged -- whoever is leading North Korea."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/why-people-from-ethnic-communities-are-worst-affected-by-coronavirus-in-uk-294312" hreflang="en">Why people from ethnic communities are worst affected by coronavirus in UK</a>

The first ten doctors to die in the UK from COVID-19 were all from these communities.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/imported-machines-germany-trained-doctor-inside-of-kim-jong-uns-exclusive-hospital-294284" hreflang="en">Imported machines, Germany trained doctor - Inside of Kim Jong-un's exclusive hospital</a>

The medical equipments used in the hospital are also imported from Germany and Japan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/greece-extends-lockdown-despite-control-on-coronavirus-outbreak-294268" hreflang="en">Greece extends lockdown despite control on coronavirus outbreak</a>

The lockdown was imposed on March 22 in the country with the government set for partial reopening of courts and land registers on April 27.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-warships-will-be-destroyed-if-tehrans-interests-threatened-iran-revolutionary-guards-chief-294260" hreflang="en">US warships will be destroyed if Tehran's interests threatened: Iran Revolutionary Guards Chief</a>

'Security of the Persian Gulf is part of Iran's strategic priorities,'&nbsp;he also added.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/probe-underway-in-vancouver-to-nab-racist-attacker-who-shouted-covid-19-slurs-at-asian-man-294246" hreflang="en">Probe underway in Vancouver to nab racist attacker who shouted COVID-19 slurs at Asian man</a>

This happened in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic that has been ravaging the entire planet, and is said to have broken out in China's Wuhan city.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-records-440-deaths-as-coronavirus-death-toll-crosses-22000-294239" hreflang="en">Spain records 440 deaths as coronavirus death toll crosses 22,000</a>

Spain has 208,389 infected cases which is the second-highest in the world after the United States.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-citizen-journalist-li-zehua-resurfaces-after-going-missing-in-wuhan-294234" hreflang="en">Chinese citizen journalist Li Zehua resurfaces after going missing in Wuhan</a>

A video he published on Feb. 20 showed temporary porters being hired to transport corpses of people who apparently died of the coronavirus. It was viewed 850,000 times on YouTube, which is blocked.&nbsp;

Coronavirus: Mike Pompeo hits out at China over not allowing lab inspections 'It's important that those materials are being handled in a safe and secure way such that there isn't accidental release," Pompeo told reporters.

Coronavirus: Mike Pompeo hits out at China over not allowing lab inspections 'It's important that those materials are being handled in a safe and secure way such that there isn't accidental release," Pompeo told reporters. 'Fully signed and ready to go': Trump approves order to temporarily suspend immigration into US President Trump signed an executive order to "temporarily suspend immigration into the United States" due to the coronavirus crisis. 'Challenge remains the same!', says Mike Pompeo in case of leadership change in North Korea To which Pompeo said: "I did have a chance to meet her a couple of times, but the challenge remains the same -- the goal remains unchanged -- whoever is leading North Korea." Why people from ethnic communities are worst affected by coronavirus in UK The first ten doctors to die in the UK from COVID-19 were all from these communities. Imported machines, Germany trained doctor - Inside of Kim Jong-un's exclusive hospital The medical equipments used in the hospital are also imported from Germany and Japan. Greece extends lockdown despite control on coronavirus outbreak The lockdown was imposed on March 22 in the country with the government set for partial reopening of courts and land registers on April 27. US warships will be destroyed if Tehran's interests threatened: Iran Revolutionary Guards Chief 'Security of the Persian Gulf is part of Iran's strategic priorities,' he also added. Probe underway in Vancouver to nab racist attacker who shouted COVID-19 slurs at Asian man This happened in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic that has been ravaging the entire planet, and is said to have broken out in China's Wuhan city. Spain records 440 deaths as coronavirus death toll crosses 22,000 Spain has 208,389 infected cases which is the second-highest in the world after the United States. Chinese citizen journalist Li Zehua resurfaces after going missing in Wuhan A video he published on Feb. 20 showed temporary porters being hired to transport corpses of people who apparently died of the coronavirus. It was viewed 850,000 times on YouTube, which is blocked.

Top 10 world news today: Pompeo hits out at China, immigration ban, and more!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-wuhan-fears-of-second-coronavirus-wave-in-chinas-northeast-294018">After Wuhan, fears of second coronavirus wave in China's northeast</a>

Chinese health authorities have ordered new arrivals to undergo isolation and have made&nbsp;efforts to identify citizens coming from Russia

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-sign-executive-order-prohibiting-immigration-to-us-today-trump-294027">Will sign executive order prohibiting immigration to US today: Trump</a>

''I will be signing my Executive Order prohibiting immigration into our Country today,'' Trump tweeted.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germanys-vaccines-regulator-approves-first-trial-of-covid-19-vaccine-candidate-294014">Germany approves first trial of COVID-19 vaccine candidate</a>

BioNTech said it was developing the vaccine candidate, named BNT162, together with its partner, pharma giant Pfizer.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-house-to-pass-nearly-500-billion-more-in-coronavirus-aid-on-thursday-pelosi-294046" hreflang="en">US House to pass nearly $500 billion more in coronavirus aid on Thursday: Pelosi</a>

The US House of Representatives will pass Congress' latest coronavirus aid bill on Thursday, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said, paving the way for nearly $500 billion more in economic relief amid the pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-due-to-coronavirus-rises-to-5391-in-iran-businesses-open-294039" hreflang="en">Death toll due to coronavirus rises to 5,391 in Iran; businesses open</a>

With a rapid increase in coronavirus&nbsp;cases in Iran, the officials have announced 94 new deaths due to COVID- 19. Since it's first case in February, Iran has struggled to flatten the curve.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/instructed-us-navy-to-shoot-down-iranian-gunboats-if-they-harass-our-ships-at-sea-trump-294036" hreflang="en">Instructed US Navy to shoot down Iranian gunboats if they harass our ships at sea: Trump</a>

The tensions between the two nations have escalated since a US drone strike killed Major General Qasem Soleimani, the former head of the country's elite Quds Force.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-babies-test-positive-in-japanese-care-centre-294024" hreflang="en">COVID-19 : Babies test positive in Japanese care centre</a>

While Japan has been trying their best to avoid large spread of the virus, the country has been battling with positive cases that have been in-hospital transmissions.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fight-climate-change-like-coronavirus-united-nations-294022" hreflang="en">Fight climate change like coronavirus: United Nations&nbsp;</a>

The United Nations on Wednesday urged the world to fight climate change with the same determination as it is showing in the battle against COVID-19.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-records-higher-one-day-coronavirus-death-toll-for-second-consecutive-day-294008" hreflang="en">Spain records higher one-day coronavirus death toll for second consecutive day</a>

Spain had announced earlier that children who have been housebound for nearly six weeks can go out for walks from the weekend.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-becoming-tool-of-chinese-propaganda-trump-administration-294006" hreflang="en">WHO becoming tool of 'Chinese propaganda': Trump administration</a>

The World Health Organisation has become a tool of "Chinese propaganda", the Trump administration has alleged, asserting that the global health agency has lost all its credibility during the ongoing coronavirus crisis.

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After Wuhan, fears of second coronavirus wave in China's northeast Chinese health authorities have ordered new arrivals to undergo isolation and have made efforts to identify citizens coming from Russia Will sign executive order prohibiting immigration to US today: Trump ''I will be signing my Executive Order prohibiting immigration into our Country today,'' Trump tweeted.

After Wuhan, fears of second coronavirus wave in China's northeast Chinese health authorities have ordered new arrivals to undergo isolation and have made efforts to identify citizens coming from Russia Will sign executive order prohibiting immigration to US today: Trump ''I will be signing my Executive Order prohibiting immigration into our Country today,'' Trump tweeted. Germany approves first trial of COVID-19 vaccine candidate BioNTech said it was developing the vaccine candidate, named BNT162, together with its partner, pharma giant Pfizer. US House to pass nearly $500 billion more in coronavirus aid on Thursday: Pelosi The US House of Representatives will pass Congress' latest coronavirus aid bill on Thursday, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said, paving the way for nearly $500 billion more in economic relief amid the pandemic. Death toll due to coronavirus rises to 5,391 in Iran; businesses open With a rapid increase in coronavirus cases in Iran, the officials have announced 94 new deaths due to COVID- 19. Since it's first case in February, Iran has struggled to flatten the curve. Instructed US Navy to shoot down Iranian gunboats if they harass our ships at sea: Trump The tensions between the two nations have escalated since a US drone strike killed Major General Qasem Soleimani, the former head of the country's elite Quds Force. COVID-19 : Babies test positive in Japanese care centre While Japan has been trying their best to avoid large spread of the virus, the country has been battling with positive cases that have been in-hospital transmissions. Fight climate change like coronavirus: United Nations The United Nations on Wednesday urged the world to fight climate change with the same determination as it is showing in the battle against COVID-19. Spain records higher one-day coronavirus death toll for second consecutive day Spain had announced earlier that children who have been housebound for nearly six weeks can go out for walks from the weekend. WHO becoming tool of 'Chinese propaganda': Trump administration The World Health Organisation has become a tool of "Chinese propaganda", the Trump administration has alleged, asserting that the global health agency has lost all its credibility during the ongoing coronavirus crisis.

Top 10 world news today: China fears COVID-19 second wave, Trump set to prohibit immigration, and more!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/global-coronavirus-cases-pass-25-million-death-toll-rises-to-177415-293909">Global coronavirus cases pass 2.5 million; death toll rises to 177,415</a>

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Cases of infections of the deadly coronavirus surpassed 25 lacs worldwide on Wednesday as COVID-19 spreads across Europe, North America and South Asia. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/global-coronavirus-cases-pass-25-million-death-toll-rises-to-177415-293909">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-wish-him-well-trump-on-north-korean-leader-kim-jong-uns-ill-reports-293899">'I wish him well': Trump on North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's ill reports</a>

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US President Donald Trump wished North Korea's Kim Jong Un "well" on Tuesday but stopped short of directly commenting on the reclusive leader's health amid reports he underwent surgery. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-wish-him-well-trump-on-north-korean-leader-kim-jong-uns-ill-reports-293899">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-benefit-higher-death-rate-for-malaria-drug-in-coronavirus-study-293900">No benefit, higher death rate for malaria drug in coronavirus study</a> 
 
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The US government-funded analysis of how American military veterans fared on hydroxychloroquine was posted on a medical preprint site and has not yet been peer-reviewed. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-benefit-higher-death-rate-for-malaria-drug-in-coronavirus-study-293900">READ MORE</a>

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Global coronavirus cases pass 2.5 million; death toll rises to 177,415 Cases of infections of the deadly coronavirus surpassed 25 lacs worldwide on Wednesday as COVID-19 spreads across Europe, North America and South Asia.

Global coronavirus cases pass 2.5 million; death toll rises to 177,415 Cases of infections of the deadly coronavirus surpassed 25 lacs worldwide on Wednesday as COVID-19 spreads across Europe, North America and South Asia. READ MORE 'I wish him well': Trump on North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's ill reports US President Donald Trump wished North Korea's Kim Jong Un "well" on Tuesday but stopped short of directly commenting on the reclusive leader's health amid reports he underwent surgery. READ MORE No benefit, higher death rate for malaria drug in coronavirus study The US government-funded analysis of how American military veterans fared on hydroxychloroquine was posted on a medical preprint site and has not yet been peer-reviewed. READ MORE

Morning news brief: COVID-19 cases pass 2.5 million, US state sues China and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/greece-locks-migrant-hotel-in-peloponnese-after-mass-coronavirus-cases-293834" hreflang="en">Greece locks 'migrant hotel' in Peloponnese after mass coronavirus cases</a>

Greece has ordered the shutting down of a hotel in Peloponnese where according to reports at least 150 people have tested for&nbsp;coronavirus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-eases-entry-sets-up-fast-track-channels-for-business-personnel-to-visit-293819" hreflang="en">China eases entry, sets up 'fast-track channels' for business personnel to visit</a>

The virus has killed over 171,255 people worldwide since it was first reported in Wuhan on December 31 last year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-sees-slight-hike-in-daily-toll-with-430-deaths-293814" hreflang="en">Spain sees slight hike in daily toll with 430 deaths</a>

Officials say the numbers tend to go up slightly on Tuesdays following a slight delay in receiving data from the regions on deaths that have occurred over the weekend.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/milan-announces-ambitious-plan-to-reduce-car-usage-after-lockdown-293801" hreflang="en">Milan announces ambitious plan to reduce car usage after lockdown</a>

Under the nationwide lockdown, motor traffic congestion has dropped by 30-75%, along with air pollution.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/now-singapore-extends-circuit-breaker-coronavirus-lockdown-till-june-1-293802" hreflang="en">Now, Singapore extends 'circuit breaker' coronavirus lockdown till June 1</a>

Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong on Tuesday announced the extension of the lockdown till June 1.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/worst-of-the-coronavirus-is-still-to-come-says-who-chief-293797" hreflang="en">'Worst' of the coronavirus is still to come, says WHO chief</a>

"We have been warning from day one that this is a devil that everyone should fight," Tedros told a virtual briefing in Geneva.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/conspiracy-theorists-continue-burning-5g-towers-claiming-link-to-coronavirus-293796" hreflang="en">Conspiracy theorists continue burning 5G towers claiming link to coronavirus</a>

A scene that has repeatedly been on view several times in recent weeks in Europe is an assailant destroying 5G towers, claiming link to coronavirus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-who-vehicle-used-to-transport-swab-samples-attacked-in-myanmar-293791" hreflang="en">Coronavirus: WHO vehicle used to transport swab samples attacked in Myanmar</a>

According to the Global New Light of Myanmar newspaper, the vehicle bearing a UN license plate was attacked in Rakhine State en route to Yangon late Monday afternoon.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-darkens-skin-and-damages-liver-of-wuhan-doctors-infected-by-it-293780" hreflang="en">Coronavirus darkens skin and damages liver of Wuhan doctors infected by it</a>

According to their doctors, their abnormal skin colour is caused by hormonal imbalances after their livers were damaged by the virus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-60-of-infectious-75-of-emerging-diseases-originate-from-animals-says-study-293767" hreflang="en">At least 60% of infectious, 75% of 'emerging' diseases originate from animals, says study</a>

Whether from a bat or a pangolin, the deadly virus originated from the animal world, adding to the list of 'zoonoses' -- the name given to diseases transmitted from animals to humans.

Greece locks 'migrant hotel' in Peloponnese after mass coronavirus cases Greece has ordered the shutting down of a hotel in Peloponnese where according to reports at least 150 people have tested for coronavirus.

Greece locks 'migrant hotel' in Peloponnese after mass coronavirus cases Greece has ordered the shutting down of a hotel in Peloponnese where according to reports at least 150 people have tested for coronavirus. China eases entry, sets up 'fast-track channels' for business personnel to visit The virus has killed over 171,255 people worldwide since it was first reported in Wuhan on December 31 last year. Spain sees slight hike in daily toll with 430 deaths Officials say the numbers tend to go up slightly on Tuesdays following a slight delay in receiving data from the regions on deaths that have occurred over the weekend. Milan announces ambitious plan to reduce car usage after lockdown Under the nationwide lockdown, motor traffic congestion has dropped by 30-75%, along with air pollution. Now, Singapore extends 'circuit breaker' coronavirus lockdown till June 1 Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong on Tuesday announced the extension of the lockdown till June 1. 'Worst' of the coronavirus is still to come, says WHO chief "We have been warning from day one that this is a devil that everyone should fight," Tedros told a virtual briefing in Geneva. Conspiracy theorists continue burning 5G towers claiming link to coronavirus A scene that has repeatedly been on view several times in recent weeks in Europe is an assailant destroying 5G towers, claiming link to coronavirus. Coronavirus: WHO vehicle used to transport swab samples attacked in Myanmar According to the Global New Light of Myanmar newspaper, the vehicle bearing a UN license plate was attacked in Rakhine State en route to Yangon late Monday afternoon. Coronavirus darkens skin and damages liver of Wuhan doctors infected by it According to their doctors, their abnormal skin colour is caused by hormonal imbalances after their livers were damaged by the virus. At least 60% of infectious, 75% of 'emerging' diseases originate from animals, says study Whether from a bat or a pangolin, the deadly virus originated from the animal world, adding to the list of 'zoonoses' -- the name given to diseases transmitted from animals to humans.

Top 10 world news today: Spain's death toll rises, Singapore extends lockdown, and more!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-covid-19-death-toll-tops-42000-cases-surpass-780000-293690">US COVID-19 death toll tops 42,000; cases surpass 7,80,000</a> 
 
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According to Johns Hopkins University, there are 7,83,290 COVID-19 cases in the United States, while the death toll stands at 41,872. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-covid-19-death-toll-tops-42000-cases-surpass-780000-293690">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-becomes-fourth-country-with-more-than-20000-covid-19-deaths-293700">France becomes the fourth country with more than 20,000 COVID-19 deaths</a> 
 
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France has officially registered more than 20,000 deaths from COVID-19, becoming the fourth country to pass that threshold. Italy, Spain and the United States have also registered more than 20,000 deaths. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-becomes-fourth-country-with-more-than-20000-covid-19-deaths-293700">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-member-states-demand-equitable-access-to-future-covid-19-vaccines-293688">UN member states demand 'equitable' access to future COVID-19 vaccines</a>

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The 193 members of the UN General Assembly on Monday adopted by consensus a resolution that calls for "equitable, efficient and timely" access to any future vaccines developed to fight coronavirus.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-member-states-demand-equitable-access-to-future-covid-19-vaccines-293688">READ MORE</a> 
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US COVID-19 death toll tops 42,000; cases surpass 7,80,000 According to Johns Hopkins University, there are 7,83,290 COVID-19 cases in the United States, while the death toll stands at 41,872.

US COVID-19 death toll tops 42,000; cases surpass 7,80,000 According to Johns Hopkins University, there are 7,83,290 COVID-19 cases in the United States, while the death toll stands at 41,872. READ MORE France becomes the fourth country with more than 20,000 COVID-19 deaths France has officially registered more than 20,000 deaths from COVID-19, becoming the fourth country to pass that threshold. Italy, Spain and the United States have also registered more than 20,000 deaths. READ MORE UN member states demand 'equitable' access to future COVID-19 vaccines The 193 members of the UN General Assembly on Monday adopted by consensus a resolution that calls for "equitable, efficient and timely" access to any future vaccines developed to fight coronavirus.READ MORE

Morning news brief: US COVID-19 death toll, Egypt's health sector and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-death-toll-from-new-coronavirus-outbreak-rises-by-91-to-5209-health-ministry-official-293608" hreflang="en">Iran death toll from new coronavirus outbreak rises by 91 to 5,209: Health ministry official</a>

The total number of diagnosed cases of the new coronavirus in Iran, the Middle Eastern country hardest hit by the outbreak, has reached 83،505, he said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/campaign-ad-trump-faces-backlash-for-playing-selective-clips-of-cuomo-praising-him-during-a-coronavirus-briefing-293605" hreflang="en">'Campaign ad': Trump faces backlash for playing 'selective' clips of Cuomo praising him during a coronavirus briefing</a>

Critics were quick to slam him for turning a pandemic briefing into a “campaign ad”.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-covid-19-truncates-media-profits-australia-orders-digital-platforms-to-split-revenue-293584" hreflang="en">As COVID-19 truncates media profits, Australia orders digital platforms to split revenue</a>

Australia was one of the first countries to respond to the outbreak and has since then managed to limit its spread.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-coronavirus-reinfections-surface-across-countries-what-threats-do-such-lapses-pose-293577" hreflang="en">As coronavirus reinfections surface across countries, what threats do such lapses pose?</a>

It’s important to note that people who retest positive may or may not be contagious, for 44 per cent of them showed only mild symptoms.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/one-day-covid-19-death-toll-in-spain-falls-below-400-for-first-time-293573" hreflang="en">One-day COVID-19 death toll in Spain falls below 400 for first time</a>

The Spanish bank warned that the economy is likely to contract between 6.6 per cent and 13.6 per cent due to the COVID-19 induced lockdown.

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The epidemic came from Tarbagan marmots, a rodent caught for its fur that, when properly dyed, became a low-cost alternative for sable.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/social-distancing-for-milky-way-our-galaxy-is-flinging-stars-to-the-edge-293620" hreflang="en">Social distancing for Milky Way? Our galaxy is flinging stars to the edge!</a>

The home to our solar system and many more celestial objects is now flinging stars away from itself. Researchers recently found that the Milky Way galaxy is pushing stars farther away from itself.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/singapore-reports-record-jump-in-coronavirus-cases-293562" hreflang="en">Singapore reports record jump in coronavirus cases</a>

Last Thursday, Singapore&nbsp;had reported 728 new cases with the number of confirmed coronavirus cases jumping to 4,427.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/could-farts-transmit-covid-19-293552" hreflang="en">Could farts transmit COVID-19?</a>

Turns out, farts are capable of spreading the novel coronavirus, which continues to kill thousands globally everyday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-jet-executes-unsafe-intercept-of-us-navy-aircraft-293544" hreflang="en">Russian jet executes 'unsafe' intercept of US Navy aircraft</a>

The US Army announced that the Russian jet, incompatible with good airmanship and universal flight rules, came within 25 feet of the P-8 while flying in international airspace.&nbsp;

Iran death toll from new coronavirus outbreak rises by 91 to 5,209: Health ministry official The total number of diagnosed cases of the new coronavirus in Iran, the Middle Eastern country hardest hit by the outbreak, has reached 83،505, he said.

Iran death toll from new coronavirus outbreak rises by 91 to 5,209: Health ministry official The total number of diagnosed cases of the new coronavirus in Iran, the Middle Eastern country hardest hit by the outbreak, has reached 83،505, he said. 'Campaign ad': Trump faces backlash for playing 'selective' clips of Cuomo praising him during a coronavirus briefing Critics were quick to slam him for turning a pandemic briefing into a “campaign ad”. As COVID-19 truncates media profits, Australia orders digital platforms to split revenue Australia was one of the first countries to respond to the outbreak and has since then managed to limit its spread. As coronavirus reinfections surface across countries, what threats do such lapses pose? It’s important to note that people who retest positive may or may not be contagious, for 44 per cent of them showed only mild symptoms. One-day COVID-19 death toll in Spain falls below 400 for first time The Spanish bank warned that the economy is likely to contract between 6.6 per cent and 13.6 per cent due to the COVID-19 induced lockdown. Of the Great Manchurian Plague of 1911, and its lessons The epidemic came from Tarbagan marmots, a rodent caught for its fur that, when properly dyed, became a low-cost alternative for sable. Social distancing for Milky Way? Our galaxy is flinging stars to the edge! The home to our solar system and many more celestial objects is now flinging stars away from itself. Researchers recently found that the Milky Way galaxy is pushing stars farther away from itself. Singapore reports record jump in coronavirus cases Last Thursday, Singapore had reported 728 new cases with the number of confirmed coronavirus cases jumping to 4,427. Could farts transmit COVID-19? Turns out, farts are capable of spreading the novel coronavirus, which continues to kill thousands globally everyday. Russian jet executes 'unsafe' intercept of US Navy aircraft The US Army announced that the Russian jet, incompatible with good airmanship and universal flight rules, came within 25 feet of the P-8 while flying in international airspace.

Top 10 world news today: Iran's COVID-19 crisis, death toll in Spain & more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/over-81000-people-across-the-world-test-positive-for-covid-19-in-24-hours-293437">Over 81,000 people across the world test positive for COVID-19 in 24 hours</a> 
 
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The United States has so far recorded more than 746,000 coronavirus cases and 40,000 deaths, far more than any other nation. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-york-passes-virus-high-point-as-trump-governors-feud-293435">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gunman-kills-at-least-13-in-nova-scotia-in-canadas-worst-mass-murder-since-1989-293442">Gunman kills at least 13 in Nova Scotia in Canada's worst mass murder since 1989</a> 
 
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Over 81,000 people across the world test positive for COVID-19 in 24 hours More than 81,000 people across the world tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, the World Health Organisation (WHO) announced on Sunday.

Over 81,000 people across the world test positive for COVID-19 in 24 hours More than 81,000 people across the world tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, the World Health Organisation (WHO) announced on Sunday. READ MORE New York passes virus 'high point' as Trump, governors feud The United States has so far recorded more than 746,000 coronavirus cases and 40,000 deaths, far more than any other nation. READ MORE Gunman kills at least 13 in Nova Scotia in Canada's worst mass murder since 1989 A gunman in the Canadian province of Nova Scotia killed at least 13 people, including a policewoman, during a 12-hour rampage, authorities said on Sunday, in the worst act of mass murder the country has seen in more than 30 years. READ MORE

Morning news brief: 81000 COVID-19 cases reported in 24 hours, 13 killed in Canada rampage and more

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-government-faces-mounting-criticism-over-protection-clothing-shortages-293330">Queen Elizabeth cancels gun salutes for her birthday: Report</a>

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Morning news brief: Corona global toll, US COVID-19 woes, and more!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-lockdown-extension-uks-coronavirus-death-toll-surges-past-14500-293200" hreflang="en">Amid lockdown extension, UK's coronavirus death toll surges past 14,500</a>

After UK declared an extension of lockdown on Thursday, the country reported 847 new deaths in the last 24 hours due to&nbsp;coronavirus&nbsp;as the total number of death toll rose to 14,576 on Friday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lockdown-decision-person-to-person-infection-rate-falls-in-german-data-analysis-293183">Lockdown decision: Person-to-person infection falls in German data analysis</a>

Merkel had earlier said that shops up to 8,600 square feet&nbsp;will be allowed to reopen if they abide by the 'hygiene rules'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kim-jong-un-absent-on-north-koreas-most-important-holiday-precaution-or-doom-293186">Kim Jong Un absent on country’s most important holiday: Precaution or doom?</a>

Is North Korea being overly protective of its leader or is something wrong with him?

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/independent-researchers-explore-ways-to-detect-and-prevent-coronavirus-293185" hreflang="en">Independent researchers explore ways to detect and prevent coronavirus</a>

As the disease brings much of the planet to a halt, scientists and health experts have called for technology to play a bigger part in tackling the pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-thermal-scanning-tech-could-save-millions-of-lives-during-the-covid-19-crisis-293175" hreflang="en">New thermal scanning tech could save millions of lives during the COVID-19 crisis</a>

The technology could serve as a measure for pre-testing whereby, the people with symptoms could be identified and further referred for testing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-nears-19500-coronavirus-deaths-making-it-third-highest-in-the-world-293167" hreflang="en">Spain nears 19,500 coronavirus deaths making it third highest in the world</a>

After a downward spiral of the death rates, Friday's toll was the highest since Sunday's 619 death-mark.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-belarus-president-calls-coronavirus-psychosis-organisations-step-up-mobilisation-efforts-293165" hreflang="en">As Belarus' president calls coronavirus 'psychosis', organisations step-up mobilisation efforts</a>

Belarus has a peculiar problem - the President Alexander Lukashenko refuses to acknowledge the seriousness of COVID-19, along the lines of Brazilian, Mexican, and American leaders.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/did-former-united-states-president-barack-obama-predict-the-seriousness-of-a-coronavirus-like-pandemic-in-2014-293157" hreflang="en">Did former United States President Barack Obama predict the seriousness of a coronavirus-like pandemic in 2014?</a>

Obama warned in 2014, that we must be ready to deal with an epidemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-to-offer-930-to-every-household-as-stimulus-payment-amid-coronavirus-pandemic-293156" hreflang="en">Japan to offer $930 to every household as stimulus payment amid coronavirus pandemic</a>

Despite having relatively fewer coronavirus cases than the US and Europe but on Friday, Tokyo saw a surge in cases with over 201 people tested positive which has left the top brass concerned.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/twitter-ceo-dorsey-takes-a-salary-of-140-second-year-in-a-row-293148" hreflang="en">Twitter CEO Dorsey takes a salary of $1.40 - second year in a row!</a>

It is expected that his salary would rise to $2.80 eventually as Twitter has increased the limit of characters to 280 per tweet

Amid lockdown extension, UK's coronavirus death toll surges past 14,500 After UK declared an extension of lockdown on Thursday, the country reported 847 new deaths in the last 24 hours due to coronavirus as the total number of death toll rose to 14,576 on Friday.

Amid lockdown extension, UK's coronavirus death toll surges past 14,500 After UK declared an extension of lockdown on Thursday, the country reported 847 new deaths in the last 24 hours due to coronavirus as the total number of death toll rose to 14,576 on Friday. Lockdown decision: Person-to-person infection falls in German data analysis Merkel had earlier said that shops up to 8,600 square feet will be allowed to reopen if they abide by the 'hygiene rules'. Kim Jong Un absent on country’s most important holiday: Precaution or doom? Is North Korea being overly protective of its leader or is something wrong with him? Independent researchers explore ways to detect and prevent coronavirus As the disease brings much of the planet to a halt, scientists and health experts have called for technology to play a bigger part in tackling the pandemic. New thermal scanning tech could save millions of lives during the COVID-19 crisis The technology could serve as a measure for pre-testing whereby, the people with symptoms could be identified and further referred for testing. Spain nears 19,500 coronavirus deaths making it third highest in the world After a downward spiral of the death rates, Friday's toll was the highest since Sunday's 619 death-mark. As Belarus' president calls coronavirus 'psychosis', organisations step-up mobilisation efforts Belarus has a peculiar problem - the President Alexander Lukashenko refuses to acknowledge the seriousness of COVID-19, along the lines of Brazilian, Mexican, and American leaders. Did former United States President Barack Obama predict the seriousness of a coronavirus-like pandemic in 2014? Obama warned in 2014, that we must be ready to deal with an epidemic. Japan to offer $930 to every household as stimulus payment amid coronavirus pandemic Despite having relatively fewer coronavirus cases than the US and Europe but on Friday, Tokyo saw a surge in cases with over 201 people tested positive which has left the top brass concerned. Twitter CEO Dorsey takes a salary of $1.40 - second year in a row! It is expected that his salary would rise to $2.80 eventually as Twitter has increased the limit of characters to 280 per tweet

Top 10 world news today: Britain continues to struggle with coronavirus, and more!

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The total number climbed from 1 million to 2 million confirmed cases in less than two weeks, and more than 600,000 cases have been recorded in the US alone.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/deadly-coronavirus-death-toll-closing-in-on-15-lakh-globally-cases-reach-218-million-293021">READ MORE</a>

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The new focus on China's role came as the world wrestles with a crisis that has killed more than 140,000 people and created historic jobless numbers, with Britain, Japan and New York extending lockdown measures.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-under-mounting-pressure-over-virus-origins-293011">READ MORE</a>

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"Based on the latest data, our team of experts now agrees that we can begin the next front in our war," Trump told a news conference. "We're opening up our country."<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-announces-gradual-us-reopening-against-dire-economic-backdrop-293006">READ MORE</a> 
 
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Deadly coronavirus death toll closing in on 1.5 lakh globally, cases reach 2.18 million The total number climbed from 1 million to 2 million confirmed cases in less than two weeks, and more than 600,000 cases have been recorded in the US alone.

Deadly coronavirus death toll closing in on 1.5 lakh globally, cases reach 2.18 million The total number climbed from 1 million to 2 million confirmed cases in less than two weeks, and more than 600,000 cases have been recorded in the US alone.READ MORE China under mounting pressure over virus origins The new focus on China's role came as the world wrestles with a crisis that has killed more than 140,000 people and created historic jobless numbers, with Britain, Japan and New York extending lockdown measures.READ MORE Trump announces gradual US reopening against dire economic backdrop "Based on the latest data, our team of experts now agrees that we can begin the next front in our war," Trump told a news conference. "We're opening up our country."READ MORE

Morning news brief: Coronavirus death toll nears 1.5 lakh, China under pressure and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/worldwide-coronavirus-cases-pass-2-million-death-toll-rises-to-136908-292768">Worldwide coronavirus cases pass 2 million; death toll rises to 136,908</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/04/15/136843-untitled-design.png?itok=Lx192UAs" />The total number climbed from 1 million to 2 million confirmed cases in less than two weeks, and more than 600,000 cases have been recorded in the US alone.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/worldwide-coronavirus-cases-pass-2-million-death-toll-rises-to-136908-292768">READ MORE</a>

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<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/03/31/135055-miami-afo.jpg?itok=b876LG7a" />A tally from Johns Hopkins showed 2,569 victims, bringing the total number of US deaths to 28,326 -- higher than any other nation.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-sets-another-grim-milestone-records-over-2500-coronavirus-deaths-in-24-hours-292767">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-chief-regrets-us-move-to-halt-funding-urges-unity-against-pandemic-292772">WHO chief regrets US move to halt funding, urges unity against pandemic</a> 
 
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Worldwide coronavirus cases pass 2 million; death toll rises to 136,908 The total number climbed from 1 million to 2 million confirmed cases in less than two weeks, and more than 600,000 cases have been recorded in the US alone.

Worldwide coronavirus cases pass 2 million; death toll rises to 136,908 The total number climbed from 1 million to 2 million confirmed cases in less than two weeks, and more than 600,000 cases have been recorded in the US alone.READ MORE US sets another grim milestone, records over 2,500 coronavirus deaths in 24 hours A tally from Johns Hopkins showed 2,569 victims, bringing the total number of US deaths to 28,326 -- higher than any other nation.READ MORE WHO chief regrets US move to halt funding, urges unity against pandemic Trump's move to halt funding to the WHO over its handling of the infection prompted condemnation on Wednesday from world leaders as recorded global infections passed the 2 million mark.READ MORE

Morning news brief: Covid-19 cases pass 2 million, WHO chief regrets US move and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-could-reoccur-in-2024-social-distancing-should-continue-in-us-for-two-years-harvard-study-292950" hreflang="en">Coronavirus could reoccur in 2024, social distancing should continue in US for two years: Harvard study</a>

As US President Trump contemplates lifting the social distancing measures, a study has found that the outbreak of coronavirus could occur as laste as in 2024 with social distancing measures to be extended for the next two years.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/yemeni-man-convicted-for-attacking-spanish-theatre-group-executed-by-saudi-arabia-292945" hreflang="en">Yemeni man convicted for attacking Spanish theatre group executed by Saudi Arabia</a>

The ministry released a statement confirming the execution, it read: "The death sentence was carried out... in Riyadh."&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-expands-coronavirus-emergency-nationwide-amid-spike-in-cases-292928" hreflang="en">Japan expands coronavirus emergency nationwide amid spike in cases</a>

Osaka's Mayor Ichiro Matsui appealed to his countrymen to donate raincoats of 'any colour'&nbsp;for&nbsp;hospital workers as they struggled&nbsp;to get protective gear amid rising number of cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-death-toll-in-spain-crosses-19000-casualties-may-be-higher-say-reports-292918" hreflang="en">Coronavirus death toll in Spain crosses 19,000; casualties may be higher, say reports</a>

Spain also recorded 5,183 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/coronavirus-g20-agrees-to-provide-debt-relief-to-poorest-countries-292917" hreflang="en">Coronavirus: G20 agrees to provide debt relief to poorest countries</a>

The G20 also reiterated its commitment to using 'all possible tools'&nbsp;to tackle the health and economic crisis caused by COVID-19.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/finlands-economy-shrinking-2-per-month-of-lockdown-ministry-292913" hreflang="en">Finland's economy shrinking 2% per month of lockdown: ministry</a>

The impossibility of predicting the spread of the virus makes the current economic outlook "extremely uncertain", the ministry said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-a-virus-that-hits-all-faiths-tests-religions-tie-to-science-292904" hreflang="en">Coronavirus: A virus that hits all faiths tests religion's tie to science</a>

Tanzania's president claimed the coronavirus "cannot sit in the body of Christ".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-may-be-hit-by-second-wave-of-coronavirus-in-november-says-expert-292900" hreflang="en">China may be hit by second wave of coronavirus in November, says expert</a>

Zhang Wenhong, who heads the Covid-19 clinical expert team in Shanghai, said countries would have to take a flexible approach to recurring outbreaks.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/europe-remains-in-eye-of-the-storm-who-on-coronavirus-pandemic-292901" hreflang="en">Europe remains in eye of the storm: WHO on coronavirus pandemic</a>

France has lost over 17,000 lives to the virus with 134, 582 cases of the virus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-pandemic-could-have-considerable-impact-on-mental-health-experts-292899" hreflang="en">Coronavirus pandemic could have 'considerable impact' on mental health: Experts</a>

In a paper published in Lancet Psychiatry, a panel of 24 experts highlighted why more funds are required as people are already experiencing mental trauma and fears.

Coronavirus could reoccur in 2024, social distancing should continue in US for two years: Harvard study As US President Trump contemplates lifting the social distancing measures, a study has found that the outbreak of coronavirus could occur as laste as in 2024 with social distancing measures to be extended for the next two years.

Coronavirus could reoccur in 2024, social distancing should continue in US for two years: Harvard study As US President Trump contemplates lifting the social distancing measures, a study has found that the outbreak of coronavirus could occur as laste as in 2024 with social distancing measures to be extended for the next two years. Yemeni man convicted for attacking Spanish theatre group executed by Saudi Arabia The ministry released a statement confirming the execution, it read: "The death sentence was carried out... in Riyadh." Japan expands coronavirus emergency nationwide amid spike in cases Osaka's Mayor Ichiro Matsui appealed to his countrymen to donate raincoats of 'any colour' for hospital workers as they struggled to get protective gear amid rising number of cases. Coronavirus death toll in Spain crosses 19,000; casualties may be higher, say reports Spain also recorded 5,183 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. Coronavirus: G20 agrees to provide debt relief to poorest countries The G20 also reiterated its commitment to using 'all possible tools' to tackle the health and economic crisis caused by COVID-19. Finland's economy shrinking 2% per month of lockdown: ministry The impossibility of predicting the spread of the virus makes the current economic outlook "extremely uncertain", the ministry said. Coronavirus: A virus that hits all faiths tests religion's tie to science Tanzania's president claimed the coronavirus "cannot sit in the body of Christ". China may be hit by second wave of coronavirus in November, says expert Zhang Wenhong, who heads the Covid-19 clinical expert team in Shanghai, said countries would have to take a flexible approach to recurring outbreaks. Europe remains in eye of the storm: WHO on coronavirus pandemic France has lost over 17,000 lives to the virus with 134, 582 cases of the virus. Coronavirus pandemic could have 'considerable impact' on mental health: Experts In a paper published in Lancet Psychiatry, a panel of 24 experts highlighted why more funds are required as people are already experiencing mental trauma and fears.

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