Japan’s beloved manga assassin becomes the latest coronavirus fatality
Japan’s ruthless animated hitman has become the latest victim of the coronavirus, as the nation’s longest-running manga comic announced it would take its first hiatus in its 52-year history as social restrictions to contain the virus have made it diffi…
China to reform disease prevention system
China will reform its disease prevention and control system to address weaknesses exposed by the coronavirus outbreak, a senior health official said on Saturday.
Australia’s biggest states hold off on easing COVID-19 restrictions for businesses
Australia’s most populous states held back from relaxing coronavirus restrictions on Saturday although other states began allowing small gatherings and were preparing to open restaurants and shops.
China says willing to help North Korea in fight against virus
China is willing to offer support to North Korea within its ability against the coronavirus epidemic, state television said on Saturday, quoting President Xi Jinping as saying in a letter to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
Thailand reports four new coronavirus cases, one new death
Thailand reported four new coronavirus cases and one more death on Saturday, bringing the total to 3,004 cases and 56 deaths since the outbreak started in January.
Coronavirus forces Russia to hold slimmed down Victory Day in blow to Putin
Russia marks 75 years since the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two on Saturday, but the coronavirus outbreak has forced it to scale back celebrations seen as boosting support for the Kremlin.
Germany’s Altmaier wants Europe to be less dependent on other countries
The coronavirus pandemic has shown Europe is too reliant on other countries for some medical supplies, and European states should work together to further diversify international supply chains, German Economy Minister Peter Altmaier told Reuters.
Australia’s biggest states hold off relaxing COVID-19 lockdowns
Australia’s most populous states held back from easing COVID-19 restrictions on Saturday even as some states allowed small gatherings and got ready to open restaurants in line with the federal government’s three-stage plan for reopening businesses.
China reports one new coronavirus case, 15 asymptomatic cases
China reported one new coronavirus case for Friday, unchanged from the day before, data from the national health authority showed on Saturday.
Germany sees increased risk of hard Brexit if Britain refuses to extend deadline
German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said in a newspaper interview on Saturday there was a growing risk of a hard Brexit in the midst of the coronavirus crisis as negotiations between Britain and the European Union so far on the future trade relationship…
