Pence's history managing HIV crisis in Indiana under scrutiny now that he's overseeing coronavirus

When President Donald Trump appointed Vice President Mike Pence in charge of the US government's response to the novel coronavirus on Wednesday, he said the former Indiana governor had "a certain talent for this."

OPEC Russia moving closer to big oil cut as coronavirus hits demand

A panel of OPEC and its allies recommended cutting oil output by an extra 1 million barrels per day (bpd) on Tuesday signaling that Russia and Saudi Arabia were moving closer to a deal to prop up prices which have been hit by the coronavirus outbreak. Saudi Arabia and some other OPEC members have been

Passengers left scrambling as British airline Flybe collapses amid coronavirus travel fears

Coronavirus prevention: 5 songs you can sing while hand washing that aren't 'Happy Birthday'

"Happy Birthday" is just one of many songs you can sing to help ensure you wash your hands long enough.

Pro-Israel group warns that some conference attendees may have been exposed to coronavirus patient

The American Israel Public Affairs Committee announced that some people who were potentially in contact with a coronavirus patient attended the group's Washington conference earlier this week -- as did several political leaders.

Indonesia nudges banks to boost lending to firms hit by virus

Indonesian authorities urged its top banks to lower interest rates and boost lending to sectors hit by the coronavirus.

Why Malaysia’s Politics Are Messy and What’s at Stake

Gunmen kidnap 5 female students teacher gatemen in Niger

Gunmen have kidnapped five female students, one teacher and two gatemen of Tular Academy, Moruba, in Mariga Local Government Area of Niger.

Coronavirus Update: Shoppers Begin Hoarding Products Like Bottled Water Hand Sanitizer Canned Goods

As fears surrounding coronavirus spread around the world, here at home, many people are starting to worry that basic necessities will sell out in the event of an epidemic.

Taiwan to 'have no problem' maintaining GDP growth of 2% this year

Taiwan will 'have no problem' maintaining economic growth of 2% this y...

South Africa Central Banker Sees No Need for Emergency Rates Meeting

South Africa’s central bank sees no need for an emergency meeting on interest rates and will wait for its regular gathering on March 19 to announce a policy decision, Governor Lesetja Kganyago said.

Northern Ireland’s health minister warns of ‘hysteria’ surrounding coronavirus

Report: Rich Americans Trying to Get the Coronavirus Vaccine Early Like It’s a Pair of Limited Edition Air Jordans

Coronavirus: Australian Experts Predict $2.4 Trillion Global GDP Loss

In the low-severity model - or best-case scenario of the seven - ANU researchers estimate a global GDP loss of $2.4 trillion, with an estimated death toll of 15 million.

Operational Headquarters: No fatal case as result of coronavirus observed in Azerbaijan

No fatal case as a result of coronavirus has been observed in Azerbaijan, Member of the Operational Headquarters created under the Azerbaijani Cabinet of Ministers in connection with coronavirus Yagut Garayeva said

President Trump donates quarterly salary to help battle coronavirus

President Trump donates quarterly salary to help battle coronavirus

Big Drugmakers Warn About Coronavirus Impact on Business

Major makers of brand-name drugs say sales and supplies haven’t been affected by the novel coronavirus epidemic so far, though some companies have started issuing warnings.

NFL “closely monitoring” coronavirus developments

As the nation continues to get a grip on the realities of COVID-19, more widely known as the coronavirus, the NFL is paying attention. “We are closely monitoring developments and have been in contact with The World Health Organization, CDC and the NFL-NFLPA medical experts at the Duke Infection Control Outreach Network (DICON) Program for [more]

Coronavirus Prep: Westlake Schools Planning With Health Officials

The district said in an email it would be monitoring the virus and working with the ODH and other health officials to mitigate risk.

U.S. will be able to test 400000 people for coronavirus by week's end -officials

U.S. health officials said on Thursday they expect to be able to get enough coronavirus tests to public laboratories this week to test about 400,000 people, and acknowledged the challenge for doctors seeking to get patients screened for the disease.

Coronavirus situation in North Korea remains unclear could be specially deadly expert says

An opening into the impact of the disease in the reclusive country may have been witnessed Sunday, when a picture taken by the official government news agency showed a high-ranking government official wearing a black face mask.

Molson Coors campus remains closed after shooting NFL Combine coronavirus: 5 things to know Thursday

Governments ramped up measures on Thursday to battle a looming global pandemic o...

COVID-19: India U-16 football team's Tajikistan tour cancelled

The India U-16 teams exposure tour to Tajikistan has been cancelled post the outbreak of coronavirus, the AIFF announced.

Go or No Go? US Updates Travel Advisories Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

Haiti - Coronavirus : Important meeting at the National Palace

Airlines offer increased flexibility in face of spreading coronavirus

Coronavirus scare: When will 'hamsterkauf' become an English word?

Supermarkets in Germany have witnessed signs of panic buying as the new coronavirus spreads. Some English-language media are in love with the special word the Germans use for hoarding stuff, as Hardy Graupner found out.

Zimbabwe to deport visitors without coronavirus clearances

Zimbabwe says it will deport visitors to the country from coronavirus affected regions who do not have valid medical certificates showing they do not have the virus.

Gucci cancels San Francisco show amid coronavirus fears other designer brands react

Coronavirus concerns have made their way into schools, hospitals, airports and beyond, and it has now made its debut in the fashion world. Gucci is canceling its Cruise 2021 fashion show that was set to take place in San Francisco on May 18, according to The Hollywood Reporter .

Kuwait finds 10 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours: State TV

Coronavirus: A list of all the popular Irish holiday destinations hit by deadly Covid-19 bug

The Department of Foreign Affairs has advised the Irish public 'against non-essential' travel to the regions of Northern Italy most severely hit by coronavirus

China stocks hit 2-year high on hopes of coronavirus-linked stimulus

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