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June 16, 2020August 4, 2020 Corona Virus Health India World

Coronavirus live news: Beijing says outbreak ‘extremely severe’ as dozens more cases emerge

China reimposes partial lockdown in capital to tackle new cluster; US authorities revoke emergency use of hydroxychloroquine; two imported cases in NZ. Follow the latest updates

June 2, 2020August 4, 2020 Corona Virus Health World

Coronavirus live news: cases in Africa pass 150,000; Germany lifts travel warning for Europe

Wuhan doctor who worked with whistlebower dies; Abu Dhabi closes borders; Dr Fauci says he hasn’t spoken to Trump in two weeks

June 1, 2020August 4, 2020 Corona Virus Health

Coronavirus news live: South Africa reverses decision to open schools; sharp rise in Iran’s infection rate

Brazil passes 500,000 Covid-19 cases; Japan could allow overseas visitors; India extends lockdown in ‘high-risk’ zones; UK ministers defend easing lockdown

Being a Chinese student in the US: ‘Neither the US nor China wants us’ August 3, 2020
Amid a global pandemic and diplomatic tensions, Chinese students in the US are feeling anxious.
‘I feel guilty for surviving’: The deadly hunt for Jade in Myanmar August 3, 2020
Nearly 200 people died last month in a jade mine landslide. Now the survivors are going back to work.
Other mammals lose out in panda conservation drive August 3, 2020
Several carnivorous animals have almost disappeared from areas set up to protect giant pandas.
Islamic State group claims deadly attack on Afghanistan prison August 3, 2020
As many as 300 inmates are said to be still on the run after the gun and bomb attack in Jalalabad.
Coronavirus: HSBC to speed up 35,000 job cuts as profits slump August 3, 2020
Europe's biggest bank says it may cost up to $13bn to cover bad loans linked to the coronavirus.
Coronavirus: Melbourne lockdown to keep a million workers at home August 3, 2020
The Australian city announces further business closures as it struggles to contain the coronavirus.
Ningaloo Reef: Woman injured by humpback whale at Australian tourist spot August 3, 2020
The woman is in a "serious but stable condition" after being hit by the whale during a group swim.
China sends first Covid-19 medical testing team to Hong Kong August 3, 2020
Local councillors fear China could use the trip to collect DNA samples for surveillance purposes.
TikTok: Pompeo says Trump to crack down on Chinese software in coming days August 3, 2020
The US state secretary says Chinese-owned software poses a "broad array" of security risks.
Coronavirus: The hidden heroes of India’s Covid-19 wards August 2, 2020
Meet the ward boys, or hospital assistants, who are the unsung heroes in India's Covid-19 fight.
Hiroshima and Nagasaki: Women survivors of the atomic bombs August 2, 2020
August marks the 75th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945.
Kashmir's open-air classes offer stunning solution to lockdown August 1, 2020
Open-air schools provide a welcome respite from Covid-19 restrictions in Indian-administered Kashmir.
My Money: 'My daughter's therapy costs £5,490 each month' August 1, 2020
Matt Hitchcock from Singapore takes us through his week during the coronavirus pandemic.
Re-learning how to walk 289 days after surviving a deadly virus August 1, 2020
Mekala Osborne, 22, wasn't expected to live. Now she’s learning to walk again.
Why a new generation of Thais are protesting against the government August 1, 2020
A new political divide in Thailand has emerged between the country's youth and its older generation.
India coronavirus: Gold rush as pandemic roils country's economy August 1, 2020
As Covid-19 worsens the economic slump, Indians are returning to a trusted asset: gold.
Coronavirus: Why is Melbourne seeing more cases? July 31, 2020
The Australian state has reported a record rise this week, suggesting stay-at-home measures may not be working.
Bollywood's 'warts and all' biopic on 'human computer' July 30, 2020
Bollywood actress Vidya Balan plays Shakuntala Devi who dazzled the world with her skill with numbers.
Covid-19: Why Hong Kong's 'third wave' is a warning July 30, 2020
Until recently, the city was seen as a poster child in its handling of the pandemic. What went wrong?
The middle-class Pakistani students fighting for a homeland dream July 30, 2020
Shahdad Mumtaz died for his beliefs. Could a missing student also end up waging war on the Pakistani state?

Israel strikes Syrian army bases after Golan Heights attack August 4, 2020
The IDF confirmed the strikes were in retaliation against an attempted bombing in Golan Heights.
NY attorney expands inquiry into Trump 'criminal conduct' August 4, 2020
In a court filing, lawyers said the investigation includes decades of possible criminal activity.
Hurricane Isaias heads for Carolinas August 4, 2020
The hurricane is expected to make landfall on Monday night with "dangerous winds and storm surge".
James Lovelock: Gaia theory creator on coronavirus and turning 101 August 4, 2020
British scientist James Lovelock says population growth means something like the virus is "almost inevitable".
The trees that survived the bombing of Hiroshima August 3, 2020
How a message of hope and peace is being spread by trees still growing 75 years later.
Spain's embattled ex-King Juan Carlos leaves country August 3, 2020
His departure comes weeks after the former monarch was linked to a probe into alleged corruption.
Katie Mack: 'Knowing how the universe will end is freeing' August 3, 2020
Astrophysicist Katie Mack has been researching The End of Everything.
Being a Chinese student in the US: ‘Neither the US nor China wants us’ August 3, 2020
Amid a global pandemic and diplomatic tensions, Chinese students in the US are feeling anxious.
Iran women's podcast gives voice to victims of abuse August 3, 2020
Women in Iran are often too scared to speak about domestic abuse - now a podcast gives them a voice.
‘I feel guilty for surviving’: The deadly hunt for Jade in Myanmar August 3, 2020
Nearly 200 people died last month in a jade mine landslide. Now the survivors are going back to work.
Willian to turn down Chelsea after Arsenal talks - Tuesday's gossip August 3, 2020
Willian to turn down Chelsea after holding Arsenal talks, Man Utd will wait to make Grealish move, Chelsea join Reguilon chase, plus more.
Kaepernick shirt was attack dogs' target at Navy Seal event August 3, 2020
The US Navy Seals have launched an investigation after the footage from an event last year emerged.
Call for TikTok security check before HQ decision August 3, 2020
The owner of the short-form video app has London on a shortlist of possible locations.
Sweden: Death of girl, 12, ignites debate over gang violence August 3, 2020
The girl was killed by a stray bullet in a drive-by shooting that went wrong, media reports say.
Who were the post-lockdown winners and losers across Europe? August 3, 2020
Who won the most games post-lockdown? Who scored the most goals? Did anyone fail to pick up even a single point? BBC Sport looks at the statistics from across Europe.
Brentford and Fulham meet in 'the richest game in football' August 3, 2020
Brentford and Fulham meet in the Championship play-off final at Wembley on Tuesday evening, a match often dubbed the richest in football.
Red cards can now be shown for deliberate coughing in football August 3, 2020
Players who cough in the face of other players or match officials can be red-carded, say football's rule-makers and the Football Association.
Trade documents stolen from UK MP's email August 3, 2020
Documents on UK-US trade negotiations were leaked in the run-up to the 2019 general election.
Coronavirus: WHO warns of 'no silver bullet' amid vaccine search August 3, 2020
Progress is being made though, its chief says, as he stresses the importance of preventive steps.
Tanzanite: Tanzanian miner earns millions after second rare find August 3, 2020
Saniniu Laizer sells a Tanzanite stone for $2 million (£1.5m), months after a similar find.