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WHO Declares Global Emergency as China Virus Death Toll Reaches 213
The WHO said on Thursday it was declaring the coronavirus outbreak that has killed 213 people in China a global emergency, as cases spread to at least 18 countries.
Final Moments of Kobe Bryant’s Fatal Helicopter Crash
The time from descent to impact was probably about a minute.
Facts About the New Coronavirus
A new virus that has killed 81 people in China can spread before symptoms show up, Chinese health authorities said, adding that its incubation period can range from one to 14 days.
China Virus Death Toll Rises to 41, More Than 1,300 Infected...
China said 41 people have now died from a new coronavirus that has infected more than 1,300 people globally.
Singapore Confirms Two More Wuhan Virus Cases, Thailand Confirms Fifth Case
Singapore confirmed two more cases of a new strain of coronavirus, its health ministry said today, a day after identifying its first case of the infection that originated from China.
Malaysia to Buy More Sugar from India Amid Ongoing Palm Oil...
Malaysia’s top sugar refiner said it will increase purchases of the commodity from India, which according to two sources is part of efforts to placate New Delhi amid an ongoing spat over palm oil.
Malaysia Airlines Suspends Delivery of Boeing 737 MAX Jets
Malaysia Airlines said today it has suspended taking delivery of 25 Boeing 737 MAX jets, citing the plane’s delayed return to service since it was grounded last year following two fatal crashes.
Dr M Pledges to Step Down for Anwar, but Not Before...
Dr Mahathir promised today to hand over power to anointed successor Anwar in spite of new sexual assault allegations against him.
Peaceful HK March Marred by Rowdy Protesters
Hong Kong protesters set fire outside court buildings, threw petrol bombs and spray-painted graffiti on government buildings, marring what was otherwise a “generally peaceful” march.
Russia Refused Dutch Request to Hand Over MH17 Suspect
Russia has refused a Dutch request to hand over a suspect in the downing of MH17.
Landslide Democratic Win in Hong Kong Election Raises Pressure on Carrie...
Hong Kong's democrats scored a landslide majority in district council elections.
China Says HK Courts Have No Power to Rule on Face...
China’s top legislature said HK courts have no power to rule on the constitutionality of legislation under the city’s Basic Law, which includes a proposed ban on face masks.
Fears of Bloodshed as HK Uni Standoff Enters Third Day
Hong Kong's new police chief called for the support of all citizens to end social unrest that has disrupted the city for more than five months.
Mid-Day Havoc Paralyses HK Financial District
A flash mob sprang up in the heart of Hong Kong’s financial centre on Tuesday, hours after police fired tear gas at a university campus.