Coronavirus exposes cracks in south-east Asia economies

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First Drug Shortage Caused by Coronavirus F.D.A. Says

UNESCO: Nearly 300 Million Students Out of Class Due to Coronavirus

The United Nations said Wednesday that nationwide school closures in 13 countries intended to help contain the spread of the coronavirus have resulted in nearly 300 million young people being out of school. "We are working with countries to assure the continuity of learning for all, especially disadvantaged children and youth who tend to be the hardest hit by school closures," Audrey Azoulay, head of the U.N.'s Education and Scientific Organization (UNESCO), said in a statement. FILE - University Chemistry professor Luca De Gioia records his lesson in an empty classroom to stream it online for

Coronavirus threat : 5 strategies India can adopt to prevent its spread in India

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Egypt plans to sell $500 mln Banque du Caire stake via IPO in April: Chairman

Disabled Hong Kongers struggle to obtain face masks amid COVID-19 panic-buying

Second case of coronavirus diagnosed in Estonia

A second person tested positive for the COVID-19 coronavirus in Estonia the Health Board said on Tuesday. The patient has mild symptoms, is self-quarantining at home and is not at serious risk.

Trump says he's ordering 'a lot of different elements of medical' to deal with coronavirus

It's unclear what Trump meant by "elements of medical," but his comments came as the White House faces a firestorm over its response to coronavirus.

First coronavirus cases confirmed in Indonesia amid fears nation is ill-prepared for outbreak

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Trump asks Fed for 'big cut' after Australia slashes rates on coronavirus impact

The Australian central bank cut rates to record lows and noted the impact of the coronavirus outbreak.

Armenia's nine suspected cases of coronavirus test negative turn out to be common cold

8400 people in Calif. are being monitored for coronavirus Gov. Newsom says

California Governor Gavin Newsom said in a press conference Thursday that at least 8,400 people are being monitored for new coronavirus in the state.

Gig economy workers will keep working through the coronavirus. They have no choice.

James Bond Fan Site Urges for ‘No Time to Die’ Release Delay Due to Coronavirus

Prominent James Bond fan site MI6-HQ.com wrote an open letter requesting the delay of “No Time to Die,” the upcoming installment in the Daniel Craig-led British spy series. The movie, directed by Cary Joji Fukunaga, is set to release in theaters in early April. But given widespread concern about coronavirus, the fan group is urging

Coronavirus: Supply disruptions for New Zealand importers and exporters

British Airways owner IAG warns of coronavirus hit

IAG says it is not possible to say exactly how much the effects of the virus will hit 2020 profits.

FDH: Two presumptive positive Coronavirus cases in Florida

Two people in Florida have tested positive for Coronavirus.

Coronavirus Epidemic Draws Scrutiny to Labs Handling Deadly Pathogens

Scientists at a specialized Wuhan laboratory have been at the forefront of China’s response to its continuing coronavirus epidemic but are drawing attention to risks associated with the expanding global study of deadly pathogens.

GE warns on coronavirus but charts point to double-digit rally ahead

General Electric is among the latest company to warn on the impact of coronavirus, but one analyst says the charts have a positive lean.

17 Italians in India test positive for coronavirus: source

A group of Italian tourists have been put in quarantine in India, with 17 testing positive for the new coronavirus, a source told AFP Wednesday. Italy is a hotspot of the deadly virus with 79 deaths and more than 2,500 infected, while India's official case total stands at only 21. After two out of a group of 23 tourists who arrived in the country last month tested positive in the western state of Rajasthan, the other 21 were put under quarantine...

Coronavirus affects agriculture business in Oklahoma

Coronavirus affects agriculture business in Oklahoma

Coronavirus latest: Lorry migrants tested for deadly virus after arriving in UK

MIGRANTS found in a lorry in Bedfordshire were tested for coronavirus amid the total number of cases in the UK creeping up to 51, it has been reported.

OECD lowers India's FY21 GDP growth to 5.1% on coronavirus concerns

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Delta United And American Airlines Suspend More Flights To Coronavirus Impact Zones

Coronavirus erases hopes for stronger growth in 2020 says IMF chief

The global spread of the novel coronavirus has crushed hopes for stronger growth this year and will

Diamond Princess owner won't offer refunds for cruise cancellations

Coronavirus: NBA tells players to avoid high-fiving fans and autographing items

The NBA has told players to avoid contact with fans in the league’s latest response in its ongoing monitoring of the coronavirus crisis

Gov. Walz: Minnesota rapidly gearing up for arrival of coronavirus

Coronavirus: What happens when cruise ship with exposed passengers reaches San Francisco?

Eleven passengers and 10 crew members have shown possible signs of the virus.

COVID-19: Occupational groups that are at high risk

New research explores the risks to healthcare workers during the COVID-19 epidemic, including the stigmatization that this group faces.

Starbucks will no longer fill your personal cup because of the coronavirus

Coffee chain says it is "adapting as new information is made available" about the virus outbreak.