China began its most important political event of the year on Thursday after a two-month delay because of the coronavirus pandemic. The opening of the annual session of the Chinese … Click to Continue »
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said that there is no “no risk option” when it comes to reopening schools in September.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said that there is no “no risk option” when it comes to reopening schools in September.
China's Foreign Ministry said on Thursday it had lodged “solemn representations” with the United States to complain about a planned Washington's sale of advanced torpedoes to Taiwan. China firmly opposes US arms sales to Taiwan, ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian told reporters in Beijing. The US government has notified Congress of a possible sale of advanced...
Thrown off course by the coronavirus pandemic, Vladimir Putin is moving to regain the political initiative for his plan to remain as Russia's president potentially until 2036. Putin may announce … Click to Continue »
Cyclone Amphan, one of the most powerful storms to hit South Asia in recent years, has claimed at least 81 lives and caused large-scale devastation in India and Bangladesh, officials … Click to Continue »
The United Nations on Thursday launched an initiative to tackle coronavirus misinformation by spreading trusted, accurate content with a network of volunteers. The initiative, dubbed "Verified," encourages people around the … Click to Continue »