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Air Canada Might Lay off More than 5,000 Flight Attendants as Coronavirus Reduces Services
"This has been the most challenging time any of us will likely ever experience as flight attendants," union president Wesley Lesosky said in a statement.
Trump Replaces G7 Summit with Video Conference Due to Coronavirus, Says White House
The United States heads the group of seven wealthy democracies in 2020 and Trump had been due to host fellow leaders at the presidential retreat known as Camp David in June.
Prepare for the Worst, Warns WHO as Sub-Saharan Africa Reports First Coronavirus Death
Experts have repeatedly warned about the perils for the continent, given its weak health infrastructure, poverty, conflicts, poor sanitation and urban crowding.
Chinese City in Hubei Province to Relax Outbound Travel Restrictions, Beijing Remains Out of Bounds
People stranded at Ezhou, the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic, would be permitted to drive out of the city and return home or to work.
Food Supply, Cargo to Continue from Malaysia, Says Singapore PM Despite Travel Restrictions
However, the travel restrictions imposed by Malaysia would apply to workers commuting daily between the two countries according to Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong.
'You Don't Have to Buy So Much': Trump Asks US Shoppers to 'Relax' as Coronavirus Panic Buying Rises
Donald Trump and industry officials have assured that the supply chain is intact and there's plenty of food as coronavirus cases continue to soar in the US.
As World Limits Contact, Britain is Extending an Official Invitation to Coronavirus, Courtesy Science
The UK is following the 'herd immunity' approach under which scientists would like about 60 per cent of the population to develop coronavirus to then make it harder for the rest to get it.
Indian National Tests Positive for Coronavirus in UAE, Takes Country’s Tally to 85
The deadly virus has claimed over 5,300 lives and infected more than 142,000 people across 135 countries and territories.
Donald Trump Tests Negative for Coronavirus After Meeting Infected Brazilian Delegate Last Week
Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, said the country has recorded 2,226 case of the new coronavirus.
Sick Pay for All in Self-isolation Because of Coronavirus, Says British Chancellor Rishi Sunak
Announcing the 2020 Budget on Wednesday, the Chancellor said a 30 billion pound three-point government response to coronavirus will have 'maximum impact', a report said.
WikiLeaks Source & Ex-US Army Soldier Chelsea Manning Released from Prison
WikiLeaks, an internet-based 'dead letter drop' for leakers of classified or sensitive information, was founded by Australian citizen Julian Assange in 2006.
Greta Thunberg Urges Activists to Avoid Mass Climate Protests Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
The Swedish activist warned her followers it was vital they listened to the advice of health experts who have advised people to avoid large public gatherings to slow down the spread of the virus which has infected more than 125,000 people worldwide.
Marriage of Convenience: How Oil Wars Ended the Bromance Between Putin and Saudi Crown Prince
When Russia and Saudi Arabia parted ways late last week after a dispute over oil production, it was like a lot of breakups: instantly acrimonious.
British Woman Dies in Bali From Coronavirus, Marks Indonesia's First Confirmed Death
Indonesian health authorities said Wednesday the woman had serious health problems.
President for Life: Russia Parliament Passes Reforms Allowing Putin to Stay in Power Till 2036
The measures must now be approved by the upper house Federation Council and be put to a public vote scheduled for April 22.
China's Hubei Province Starts ‘Health Code’ System to Kick-Off Travel as it Resumes Normal Activities After Coronavirus Outbreak
The statement, published on the government's website, said the move was aimed at promoting the resumption of work and production in the province.