
India Surpasses 200,000 Daily COVID-19 Infections Amid New Restrictions
India records over 200,000 daily COVID-19 infections, prompting new restrictions in major cities. Experts warn of new variants and deepening economic crisis.
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India records over 200,000 daily COVID-19 infections, prompting new restrictions in major cities. Experts warn of new variants and deepening economic crisis.
Public health experts warn Brazil faces an ‘unimaginable loss of lives’ due to COVID-19 if immediate action isn’t taken, citing government inaction and the spread of more contagious virus variants.
With 100 days until the Tokyo Olympics, COVID-19 concerns persist as Tokyo residents and experts debate the safety of holding the Games amid the ongoing pandemic.
British vlogger Oli Barrett explores Shenzhen, showcasing life in the Chinese mainland after the height of COVID-19 and highlighting China’s successful containment measures and recovery.
A group of Lucha Libre wrestlers in Mexico City are helping elderly residents register and receive their COVID-19 vaccinations, showcasing community spirit beyond the wrestling ring.
Greta Thunberg may boycott the COP26 climate summit to protest vaccine inequity that could prevent poorer nations, many in Asia, from participating equally.
Church services across the UK honor Prince Philip as funeral preparations are under way. Archbishop Justin Welby leads tributes to the Duke of Edinburgh.
A coalition of U.S. investors, businesses, and civil society groups is urging the Biden administration to enact reforms to tackle the growing racial wealth gap exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
With classrooms reopening across Asia, the focus turns to when children will receive COVID-19 vaccines. While adults are being immunized, trials for children are underway, marking a crucial step toward controlling the pandemic.
Argentina imposes a three-week curfew starting Friday amid a record surge in COVID-19 cases, with neighboring Uruguay and Chile also experiencing unprecedented infection rates.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warns of a ‘dangerous divergence’ in global COVID-19 economic recovery, urging action to address widening gaps between economies.
British vlogger Lee Barrett discusses allegations of China’s vaccine diplomacy, offering insights into claims of favoritism in vaccine exports and sharing facts about the real situation.
India reports a record high in daily COVID-19 cases and a surge in deaths. Experts say the rise is due to growing disregard for safety measures.
Thousands of Mozambicans seek refuge after ISIL-linked insurgents attack the town of Palma, leaving many dead and homes destroyed.
Mexican tailor Erendira Guerrero crafts teddy bears from clothes of COVID-19 victims to comfort grieving families, turning garments into cherished memories.
Indonesian villagers are rebuilding after a devastating tropical cyclone caused flash floods, killing over 80 people and displacing thousands, as communities unite to recover and search for the missing.
The IMF raises its global growth forecast to 6% for 2021 but warns of uneven recovery due to disparities in vaccine access.
The U.S. and Iran have begun indirect talks in Vienna to revive the 2015 nuclear deal, with China urging the lifting of sanctions and a return to the agreement.
Residents of Hong Kong express support for recent electoral system improvements approved by top Chinese lawmakers, viewing them as a step toward stability and prosperity in the region.
British vlogger Jason Lightfoot discusses the lives of Uygurs and other minorities in China, sharing his perspectives on ethnic policies and the Xinjiang cotton issue.