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The Latest: Golf Tournaments in Germany and France Canceled
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:
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Lockdown Weighs Heavily on Orthodox Christians During Easter
For Orthodox Christians, this is normally a time of reflection and mourning followed by joyful release, of centuries-old ceremonies steeped in symbolism and tradition.
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Malaysia Turns Away Boat With 200 Rohingya Refugees
Malaysian authorities said they have turned back a boat carrying about 200 Muslim Rohingya refugees, including children, that was attempting to enter the country illegally.
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SKorean Court to Re-Open Case on Abusive Vagrant Facility
South Korea?s Supreme Court said Friday it will re-open a case related to the enslavement and abuse of thousands of people at a vagrants’ facility in the 1970s and 1980s, more than three decades after its owner was acquitted of serious charges. A finding that the government failed to protect the constitutional rights of former inmates could boost their push for compensation.
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Africa Could See 300,000 Coronavirus Deaths This Year
Africa could see 300,000 deaths from the coronavirus even under the best-case scenario, according to a new report that cites modeling by the Imperial College London.
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Pro Cyclist in Italy Uses His Bike to Deliver Medicine
There are no fans lining the road. No teammates providing support. And there is no race to win.
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Almost 25,000 to Be Freed Under Myanmar Prisoner Amnesty
Myanmar announced Friday that it was releasing almost 25,000 prisoners under a presidential amnesty marking this week’s traditional New Year celebration.
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The Latest: Royals Talk About Mental Stress of Lockdown
The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
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AP PHOTOS: Spain’s Race Against the Virus in Photographs
Spain was expecting a bright, hopeful spring of blossoms, soccer games and music festivals. The eastern city of Valencia planned to burn huge satirical sculptures for its annual Fallas celebration. As days stretched longer, cafés and bars served the first outdoor vermouth of the season.
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Asian Shares Advance, U.S. Crude Oil Price Sinks Below $19
Shares advanced in Asia on Friday while U.S. benchmark crude plunged below $19 per barrel.
