South Korea reported a record 1,097 new coronavirus cases on Sunday including an outbreak in a Seoul prison that infected 188 as the country's latest wave of COVID-19 worsens.

Prison reports major COVID-19 outbreak in South Korea

The analysis comes as the list of US agencies, private companies and other entities affected by the hacking campaign continues to increase.

What led to the worst cyber attack in the U.S.

President-elect Joe Biden’s team will consider several options to punish Russia for its suspected role in the unprecedented hacking of U.S. government agencies.

Joe Biden's options for Russian hacking punishment: sanctions, cyber retaliation

Taiwan’s Defence Ministry said the Shandong, which was formally commissioned almost exactly one year ago, accompanied by four warships had set out from the northern Chinese port of Dalian.

Taiwan deploys 8 fighter aircrafts, 6 warships after passage of Chinese warship

British business confidence recorded its biggest monthly improvement in more than four years this month, reflecting optimism that COVID-19 vaccines will lead to economic recovery in 2021, a Lloyds Bank survey showed on Monday.

UK business morale jumps by most in over 4 years - Lloyds

In November 2020, Chinese lawmakers had published a set of draft rules that recommend overhauling the country’s micro lending platforms.

China might further tighten control over large fintech firms

One of the most important things is to prove that it’s financially profitable as well as be environmentally and socially sustainable.

Costa Rica's hybrid sailboat aims to reduce carbon footprint

On Sunday the advisory committee recommended states should put adults over 75 and “essential workers” next in line, as bus drivers, grocery store clerks and others are infected most often.

Moderna starts shipping its COVID-19 vaccine in U.S.

Describing Vietnam as an "important pillar" of India's Act East Policy, PM Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted the importance of the relationship between New Delhi and Hanoi.

Your Story: Indian PM Modi and Vietnam's PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc hold virtual meeting

Europe's medicines regulator on Monday approved the use of the COVID-19 vaccine jointly developed by U.S. company Pfizer and its German partner BioNTech, putting Europe on course to start inoculations within a week.

Fineprint: EU regulator clears way for use of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in Europe

Passengers at London's Heathrow Airport navigated cancelled flights and confusion as the UK was on Monday (December 21) shut off from much of Europe after its closest allies cut transport ties due to fears about a new strain of the coronavirus.

WION Dispatch: UK government issues advisory, 'do not travel' unless essential

Australia confirmed on Monday it has detected two cases of a fast-spreading new coronavirus strain that has forced Britain to reverse plans to ease curbs over Christmas, the first confirmed cases of the strain in the Asia-Pacific region.

Stricter travel restrictions imposed in Australia

As whole world started COVID-19 immunisation programme, Islamic nations have raised their concerns over the halal status of the vaccines.

Islamic nations demand Halal certified coronavirus vaccines

In a celestial phenomenon not seen in 397 years, the largest planets in our solar system Jupiter and Saturn, from the perspective of observers on Earth on Monday (December 21), will appear to be aligned so closely they will almost seem to be one single "star" in the sky.

Jupiter and Saturn set to align into 'Christmas Star' after 397 years

Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga's government approved a ninth consecutive rise in military spending on Monday, funding the development of an advanced stealth fighter and longer-range anti-ship missile to counter China's growing military power.

Japan sets record $52 bln military budget with stealth jets, long-range missiles

Fearing a trade deal between Britain and the European Union might be elusive, Snag Tights, a Scottish newcomer in the hosiery business, set up a hub in Europe this year to avoid potential tariffs, bringing 30 jobs to the Dutch town of Venlo.

Dutch town attracts Scottish tights maker amid Brexit doubt

The British government on December 19 alerted the World Health Organisation about a new variant of the coronavirus that the Prime Minister said maybe “up to 70 per cent” more transmissible than earlier strains.

UK: New coronavirus strains spread exponentially

Shoppers washed their hands and sterilized their smartphones in the streets of Tokyo's posh Ginza district on Saturday (December 19) using handwashing stations that a Japanese start-up hopes will revolutionize access to clean water and better hygiene.

Tokyo shoppers clean hands, phones with high-tech wash stations

India on Monday announced a suspension of all flights originating from the United Kingdom to the country until the end of the year, amid growing global concerns over a highly infectious new strain of the coronavirus.

India suspends all flight from the UK as concerns grow over new virus strain

Australia`s most populous state of New South Wales (NSW) on Monday reported 15 new local COVID-19 cases compared with 30 a day earlier and warned that more venues could be added to a list of virus-exposed locations.

Australia: New South Wales reports 15 new local COVID-19 cases

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday hailed the country's "courageous" spies as he visited the headquarters of the Foreign Intelligence Service to mark its 100th birthday.

Russian President Vladimir Putin visits foreign intelligence services HQ, hails spies

U.S. Embassy in Iraq condemned a rocket attack on its compound in Baghdad’s Green Zone on Sunday, saying it resulted in minor damage but no casualties or injuries.

U.S. Embassy in Baghdad condemns rocket attack on its compound

PM KP Sharma Oli sprang a surprise on his rivals and got the President to dissolve Parliament, a controversial move amidst a prolonged tussle for power between him and former premier Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda'.

Nepal parliament dissolved amid ruling party feud

Robots help students in Manila, Philippines attend graduation remotely. Watch this video to know more.

Robots help students attend graduation remotely

Nepalese PM Oli recommends dissolution of parliament at emergency cabinet meeting

Nepal PM Oli recommends dissolution of parliament at cabinet meeting

In this segment of WION In Focus, watch some stories related to coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

WION In Focus: Some stories related to coronavirus pandemic

Austria will go into coronavirus lockdown for a third time after Christmas, the government confirmed on Friday, just 11 days after the country's second lockdown ended.

Austria will go into third lockdown on December 26, Kurz says

Prime Minister Boris Johnson imposed an effective lockdown on over 16 million people in England and reversed plans to ease curbs over Christmas, saying Britain was dealing with a new coronavirus strain up to 70% more transmissible than the original.

UK PM Johnson reverses Christmas plans for millions

World Health Organization (W.H.O) will dispatch about 2 billion COVID-19 vaccine doses to poor countries. Watch this video to know more.

W.H.O creates COVAX program for all poor countries

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