Pakistan Calls Off Limits On Mosque Attendance In Time For Ramadan
The clampdown on public gatherings was openly defied by clerics and worshippers. Now the government has changed the rules as the holy month is about to begin.
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Blamed For Coronavirus Outbreak, Muslims In India Come Under Attack
In India, Muslims have been accused of deliberately spreading the virus. Many say they have faced increased discrimination, harassment and attacks.
U.S. Pressures China To Close Wet Markets Thought To Be Source Of COVID-19
In a statement, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo cited a link between pathogens that jump from animals to humans and the traditional Chinese markets that sell live fish, meat and wild animals.
Missouri Sues China For Its Handling Of COVID-19 Outbreak
Missouri is the first state to sue China for spreading the coronavirus. But China is protected by the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act. Missouri claims there are exceptions.
In Japan, Mythical 'Amabie' Emerges From 19th Century Folklore To Fight COVID-19
The sea monster from folklore has emerged in art, food and fashion as a symbol of hope and pop culture mascot. Its first depiction was in 1846, telling people to draw it and "be free from disease."
Biden And Trump Battle Over Who Is 'Weak On China'
Donald Trump accuses Joe Biden of being cozy with Chinese leaders. The Biden campaign says Trump is ineffective with China on the coronavirus, escalating a central showdown in the campaign.
China Imposes Strict Measures In Northeast To Keep Out Coronavirus From Russia
Earlier this month, China — the original epicenter of the pandemic but which later saw daily new domestic cases fall to zero — has in recent weeks seen a wave of infections arriving from Russia.
States And Hospitals Are Sourcing Their Own PPE From China
States and hospitals aren't just counting on the federal government for personal protective equipment. They're wading into the import business themselves, sourcing their own supplies from China.
What The U.S. Can Learn From Korean Post-Quarantine Sports
South Korea's top baseball league begins its preseason Tuesday — without fans and with strict rules for players. As U.S. sports leagues ponder restarting, what lessons can be learned from overseas?
Japan, IOC Jostle Over Who Will Pay Billions To Delay 2020 Olympics Over Coronavirus
The cost of moving the summer games to 2021 is expected to be massive. The International Olympic Committee said on Tuesday Japan would pay. Japanese officials said they didn't agree to foot the bill.