Global infections surpass 6.1 milion

Jun 1,2020
The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus worldwide has topped 6.1 million as of 18:00 UTC on Sunday.
ISIL attacks Afghan TV bus, killing 2
Jun 01
The Islamic State militant group has attacked a minibus in Afghanistan's capital of Kabul, killing two employees of a local commercial TV station.
Southeast, South Asian countries easing lockdowns
Jun 01
Countries in Southeast and South Asia are easing restrictions imposed to contain the coronavirus pandemic. Some countries will resume economic activities while infections are still on the rise.
Tokyo Skytree reopens after 3-month closure
Jun 01
Japan's tallest tower, Tokyo Skytree, has reopened to the public after being closed for three months due to the coronavirus outbreak.
UK govt advisors sound warning on easing virus lockdown
May 31

Maybe a few movies more? Clint Eastwood turns 90
May 30
Movie legend Clint Eastwood turns 90 on Sunday, but don't count on the famously stoic and hard-working star of "A Fistful of Dollars" and "Dirty Harry" hanging up his cowboy boots just yet.
Sri Lanka to reimpose selective lockdown after virus cases spike
May 30
The island nation on Tuesday lifted a shutdown on the capital and a neighbouring district, two weeks after easing it in other parts of the nation.