Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Pompeo attacks China, praises Israel over Covid-19 information

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has again attacked China for its
alleged lack of transparency over coronavirus information.

The Trump administration claims China covered up the severity of the
virus and withheld vital information that would have helped other
countries.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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UK RELAXES LOCKDOWN AMID ECONOMIC DECLINE

After seven weeks the UK Is entering a more relaxed lockdown.

It's seen a sustained decrease in the rate of infection and number of deaths for nearly a month.

But it's clear the economic impact of the lockdown has been extreme - as GDP falls by over 2%.

Stuart Smith has more from London.

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PM Modi announced that Lockdown 4 in India would be completely different

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the fourth phase of the nationwide lockdown, with different rules to previous weeks.

Details of the new regulations will be released before the expiration of phase three on May 17th.

Sreoshi Mukherjee reports..  

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UK GDP SHRINKS 2% IN Q1

UK GDP fell 2% in the first quarter - that's the fastest the British economy has shrunk since the global financial crisis.

The figures show a decline across services, manufacturing and construction sectors.
Quarter 2 is expected to see a far greater fall in GDP numbers.

Former Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee member Andrew Sentance says the UK is headed into a recession.

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India announces $266 billion stimulus package to battle COVID 19

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India is getting a $266 billion fiscal stimulus package.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi says the relief package will be wide-ranging and will benefit businesses, middle-class families and workers alike.

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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EU to announce tourism and travel guidelines

Brussels will announce how it plans to restore freedom of movement in Europe, with a framework on tourism and transport in 2020 and beyond. 

The Commission is said to be looking at a 'phased and coordinated approach' to lifting restrictions within the EU's internal borders.

Lucy Hough is our correspondent in Brussels.

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LG Chem sends team to look into toxic gas leak at India plant

South Korea's LG Chem has sent a delegation to India to investigate the cause of a deadly gas leak that took place at its plant in south India last week.

11 people were killed and hundreds more were hospitalised due to the toxic gas leak.

Our India correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports.

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Japan set to approve antigen test kits

Japan is set to approve its first antigen test kits on Wednesday to boost the number of diagnostic tests available to the public. As our correspondent Grace Lee explains, the tests will produce quicker results - but aren't as accurate.


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China Reports Six New COVID-19 Cases in Jilin

Jilin Province in North Eastern China is fast-emerging as a potential source of a new wave of coronavirus infections in the country.

Authorities have reported six new cases of infections there and are tightening measures to contain the spread.

Patrick Fok reports from Beijing.

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S. Korea reports sharpest loss in jobs since 1999

South Korea is reporting its sharpest fall in jobs in more than 20 years because of the Covid-19 pandemic. The outbreak of the virus has hit restaurants and retail in South Korea the hardest.

Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul.

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Supreme Court hears from Trump's lawyers regarding financial records

The Supreme Court has heard the arguments from President Trump's legal team as to why he should not hand over his tax records to prosecutors and the congressional committees who have issued subpoenas for them.

The court heard the case for over three hours via teleconference due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Our Washington Correspondent Jagruti Dave reports.

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California Universities plan to cancel most in-person classes

The entire California State University system plans to cancel almost all in-person classes in the fall - instead moving mostly online.

There will be some limited exceptions that allow for in-person activities alongside rigorous standards of safety and welfare.

Danielle Robertson reports from Los Angeles.

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Tuesday, May 12, 2020

U.S. markets tick down on reopening warning

Wall Street posted sharp losses on Tuesday following testimony from
the country's top infectious disease specialist, Doctor Anthony Fauci.

Fauci warned lawmakers that reopening the country too quickly could
cause needless suffering and death.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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RENEWED HOPE FOR TANZANIA'S TOURISM SECTOR

With the relaxation of travel restrictions by some countries abroad,  Tanzania is looking to win back its tourism market, currently battered by COVID 19. 


Daniel Kijo reports


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Top US health expert warns of "serious consequences" of reopening too soon; says schools unlikely to be open for new academic year

The Trump administration's top infectious disease expert has warned that the consequences of opening up the country too soon could be "really serious"


In testimony to senators, Dr Anthny Fauci also said it was unlikely it would be safe for schools to open for the new academic year.


Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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UK EXTENDS FURLOUGH SCHEME

The UK's furlough scheme will be extended to October.

It allows those out of work to have 80% of their salaries paid for by the government, up to $3000.

But with the announcement of the extension, also came the news that businesses will have to start contributing from August.

Stuart Smith has more from London.

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China announces tariff waivers for slew of U.S. goods

China has announced that 79 products from the United States are
eligible for waivers from tariffs.

This follows a meeting between Chinese and U.S. negotiators last week
where the implementation of the Phase 1 trade deal was discussed.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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NY study shows no benefit from Trump's 'tremendous' coronavirus drug

A drug touted by President Donald Trump as a coronavirus treatment has
shown no benefit for patients, according to a study in New York.

But the World Health Organisation says some other medications do
appear to be working.

Sarah Walton reports

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Putin's spokesman hospitalized with coronavirus

The spokesman for Russian President Vladimir Putin is the latest high-ranking official to confirm he has coronavirus. Dmitry Peskov is receiving treatment. Moscow Correspondent Lucy Taylor reports.


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India likely to extend its lockdown

India's Prime Minister has indicated that his government could extend the country's 54-day long lockdown beyond May 17.

India has over 70,000 COVID-19 cases and experts warn the country is yet to hit its peak of infections.

Neha Poonia has more.

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