Kenya confirms its first new coronavirus case
Kenya has confirmed its first case of the new coronavirus, Minister of Health Mutahi Kagwe said on Friday.
What you need to know about the coronavirus today
Here’s what you need to know about the coronavirus epidemic today:
Factbox: Global sports events hit by coronavirus pandemic
Major sports events around the world which have been hit by the coronavirus outbreak:
Factbox: Latest on the spread of coronavirus around the world
U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday declared a national emergency over the fast-spreading coronavirus to free up $50 billion in federal aid to combat a disease that has infected over 138,000 people worldwide and left more than 5,000 dead.
Poland’s president calls off Russia trip due to coronavirus
Poland’s President Andrzej Duda will not travel to Russia next month due to the coronavirus, missing ceremonies marking the 10-year anniversary of a plane crash which killed Poland’s president, central bank chief and military commanders.
Australian home minister Peter Dutton tests positive for coronavirus
One of Australia’s highest-profile ministers, Peter Dutton, who is in charge of home affairs, said he had tested positive for coronavirus on Friday and was admitted to hospital in the northeastern state of Queensland.
Singapore revises electoral boundaries, local media reports, as elections loom
Singapore has made revisions to its electoral boundaries, local media reported on Friday, in a move that is usually seen as a precursor to calling a vote.
Thailand warns of coronavirus danger of sharing drinks, cigarettes
Thailand issued a new coronavirus warning to the party-going public on Friday after a cluster of 13 cases was traced to a group of friends who shared cigarettes and drinks.
German state of Bavaria closes schools to slow coronavirus epidemic – dpa
The German state of Bavaria will close all schools, kindergartens and nurseries from Monday until the start of the Easter break on April 6 due to the coronavirus epidemic, dpa news agency reported, citing state government sources.
Estonia closes schools, events until May 1
Estonia has decided to close schools and ban public gatherings until May 1 to limit the spread of the coronavirus, the government said in a statement late Thursday.
