Mexico Plans To Reopen Even As Officials Say COVID-19 Cases Are Near Peak
The official numbers are still relatively low, but Mexico City hospitals and cemeteries are overwhelmed with apparent victims of the coronavirus.
World News
'Wuhan Diary' Brings Account Of China's Coronavirus Outbreak To English Speakers
Before COVID-19 engulfed the Chinese city of Wuhan, Fang Fang was already an award-winning novelist. But her chronicle of the lockdown of her hometown might be her most lasting work.
French Linguists Conclude The Debate Over The Gender Of The Word 'COVID-19'
French linguists at the Académie Française have finally put an end to the debate of which of the definitive articles — a masculine le, or a feminine la — to use with the word "COVID-19."
Russia Reports A High Number Of Coronavirus Cases But A Low Death Toll
Russia has reported nearly a quarter of a million infections from the coronavirus but says only 2,200 people have died. It is a much lower death toll in comparison with other countries.
The U.S. Is Giving Vast Sums Of Money To Fight COVID-19 Abroad. But There's A Catch
Aid groups are frustrated by a new restriction on using U.S. funds to buy personal protective equipment like masks and gloves. The U.S. says it's a way to ensure there's enough PPE for domestic use.
In South Korea And China, Loosening Restrictions Brings Coronavirus Resurgence
Both countries eased some of their intensive rules after new cases slowed to a trickle. But clusters have cropped up again this month, and authorities are ramping up testing to try to curb the spread.
News Brief: Wuhan Testing, Uninsured People, Swabs In Short Supply
China plans to test every resident in Wuhan for COVID-19. New study examines how many people have lost health insurance since the pandemic. And, swabs for coronavirus testing are in short supply.
Pompeo Travels To Israel, His 2nd Trip Abroad Since COVID-19 Crisis
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo makes a quick trip to visit Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu where the topics are expected to be Iran and the coronavirus.
India's Prime Minister Announces $260 Billion COVID-19 Rescue Package
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a relief package to mitigate the economic impact of the coronavirus.
Turkey Faces Currency Crisis As COVID-19 Strains Economy
In Turkey, the government is touting its donations of medical supplies abroad even though coronavirus is taking a steep toll in Turkey and the economy is on the brink.