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Myanmar confirms first coronavirus cases

The country of 54 million people had been the world's largest country by population not to report a single case of the pandemic that has confined more than 1.7 billion to their homes. With only 214 people tested by Monday evening, medical experts and rights groups have urged Myanmar to stand up and face the pending crisis. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/39emZPq

US slashes aid to Afghanistan after Pompeo visit to Kabul

The Trump administration is slashing $1 billion in assistance to Afghanistan and threatening further reductions in all forms of cooperation after the country’s rival leaders failed to agree on forming a new government. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2y5bugu

Covid-19: Donald Trump against doctors' advice on complete shutdown

US President Donald Trump has indicated that he is unlikely to follow the suggestion of his medical advisors on a complete shutdown to tackle the coronavirus outbreak as he said such a move would have tremendous repercussions on the country's economy. from US News Headlines, Latest USA News, America Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2Jacu55

US First Lady tests negative for coronavirus: Trump

"She's fine," the President said on Monday when asked at a news briefing at the White House about the First Lady's condition. "Negative, yes," he added. from US News Headlines, Latest USA News, America Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2J7nHUd

Thailand decrees state of emergency to control coronavirus

Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha said his Cabinet agreed Tuesday at its weekly meeting to put a one-month state of emergency into effect on Thursday. It will give the government enforcement powers not normally available to it. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2J7XXHa

Trump vows to protect Asian American community in US

US President Donald Trump has defended the Asian Americans, calling them "amazing people", following the increasing attack on the community after his use of the term "Chinese virus" for the deadly coronavirus. from US News Headlines, Latest USA News, America Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/399XEGh

Trump vows to protect Asian American community in US

US President Donald Trump has defended the Asian Americans, calling them "amazing people", following the increasing attack on the community after his use of the term "Chinese virus" for the deadly coronavirus. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/399XEGh

China to lift lockdown over coronavirus epicentre Wuhan on April 8

China's Hubei province where the coronavirus pandemic originated will lift travel restrictions on people leaving the region starting March 25. The provincial capital Wuhan, where the virus first appeared and which has been in total lockdown since since January 23, will see its travel restrictions lifted on April 8. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3dlUSkR

Coronavirus treatment: Who's doing what, and when it might come

Pharmaceuticals and research labs across the world are racing to find vaccines and treatments for the new coronavirus, using a variety of different technologies. from US News Headlines, Latest USA News, America Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2xm3K9g

China's Hubei province to remove travel bans starting March 25

The Health Commission for China's Hubei province said on Tuesday it will remove all travel restrictions in and out of the province on March 25, with the exception of the city of Wuhan, the provincial capital and the epicentre of the country's coronavirus outbreak. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2QDwXDK

Donald Trump calls to protect Asian Americans after virus uproar

US President Donald Trump has called for protection of Asian Americans after charges that his use of the term "Chinese virus" had aggravated a backlash. "It is very important that we totally protect our Asian American community in the United States, and all around the world," Trump wrote on Twitter on Monday. "They are amazing people, and the spreading of the Virus is NOT their fault in any way, shape, or form. from US News Headlines, Latest USA News, America Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3bmqCEo

A plan to get America back to work

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Covid-19: America has changed, its patience being tested like never before

Americans who would typically tout their crowded after-work schedules to avoid weekday socials are now totally open with nowhere to go. from US News Headlines, Latest USA News, America Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2UeyVfL

Covid-19: China's imported virus cases spike as fears grow of 2nd wave

China reported 78 new cases of the deadly coronavirus on Tuesday, with the vast majority brought in from overseas as fears rise of a second wave of infections. Beijing is growing increasingly anxious about an influx just as it appeared to be bringing the country's outbreak under control. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2JaKu1f

Turks fight coronavirus with secret weapon eau de cologne

In Turkey, sprinkling hands with cologne has long been a ritual for a visit to the barber, a meal at a restaurant or even a trip on the bus. It is seen as a symbol of hospitality, as well as an aid to hygiene. Now Turkish cologne is seeing unprecedented demand as a weapon in the fight against the novel coronavirus. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3aa5Ibv

Hand-washing: A luxury millions of Yemenis can't afford

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'Breakthrough' self swab tests for Covid-19 will be available this week in US

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US: 139 COVID-19 deaths in 1 day, Trump signs executive order to prevent medical supplies hoarding

Till Monday, more than 43,700 confirmed cases of coronavirus were reported in the United States. Of these, over 10,000 were added in one day, according to Worldometer, a website which compiles COVID-19 cases. With 139 deaths, the number of fatalities crossed 550 by Monday night. from US News Headlines, Latest USA News, America Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/33Ftd9W

Coronavirus: Britain orders lockdown

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson ordered a three-week shutdown of "non-essential" shops and services and banned gatherings of more than two people. As Britain joined other nations in imposing strict stay-at-home orders, the number of virus deaths worldwide surged past 16,500 and the number of confirmed cases surpassed 378,000. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2xWEHdg