South Africa partly lifts lockdown to try to fix battered economy
South Africa partly lifted a two month-old coronavirus lockdown on Monday, letting people outside for work, worship, exercise or shopping, and allowing mines and factories to run at full capacity to try to revive the economy.
Scientists hunt pandemic hotspots in race to test vaccines
The first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic may be waning. For vaccine developers, that could be a problem.
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U.S. lawmakers to unveil bill banning investment in firms tied to China’s military: document
A group of Republican lawmakers plans to unveil legislation this week to keep Americans from investing in foreign defense companies with ties to China’s military, according to a document seen by Reuters, the latest in a string of measures aimed at curb…
Taiwan recall vote stirs acrimony, brings new problems for KMT
A recall vote for a high-profile mayor is stirring political acrimony in Taiwan, with accusations of voter intimidation and official interference, and could bring new problems for the main opposition party, already reeling from losing January elections…
Coronavirus lockdown eases in Moscow as cases fall in Russian capital
Residents of Moscow can leave their homes to take a stroll for the first time in nine weeks on Monday under a partial easing of a tough lockdown regime following a fall in novel coronavirus cases.
Hong Kong reports first local COVID-19 cases in two weeks
Hong Kong has confirmed its first locally transmitted coronavirus cases in more than two weeks, fuelling concerns over its spread as restrictions on movement are relaxed.
Rio Tinto apologises for blowing up 46,000-year-old Aboriginal site
Rio Tinto apologised for the destruction of a sacred Aboriginal cave in Western Australia that showed evidence of continual habitation dating back 46,000 years, and said it would urgently review its plans for other sites in the area.
Japan considering re-opening door to some foreigners: media
Japan is considering re-opening its borders to travellers from selected countries which have low levels of coronavirus infections, as it begins to ease restrictions put in place earlier this year to control the outbreak.
Japan says Hong Kong situation deeply concerning
The situation in Hong Kong is deeply concerning and stability is important, Japan’s top government spokesman said on Monday regarding China’s decision to impose a new security law on Hong Kong.
