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Kim Jong Un in 'vegetative state', Japanese media claims; China medical experts dispatched to North Korea
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In Taiwan, coronavirus pandemic is playing out very differently. What does life without a lockdown look like?
Cellphones tracked, restaurants with X's taped on every other chair, thermometers to enter a building. Taiwan shows that the post-virus normal is different.
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Death of Kim Jong-un could create refugee crisis, require military response
The death of North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un could spark a regional crisis, requiring a massive military and humanitarian response.
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If Not Kim Jong Un, Who? Possible Heirs to North Korea’s Throne
Here are some possible successors:
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Plot thickens over Kim Jong-un rumour
South Korean officials have spoken over the rumours that North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is in “grave danger” after undergoing heart surgery.
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China reports no new coronavirus deaths for first time since January
China on Tuesday reported no new coronavirus deaths for the first time since it started publishing figures in January, the National Health Commission said.
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Coronavirus: China’s death toll in Wuhan called into question
In recent days, speculation has increased about the validity of China’s official coronavirus statistics.
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Coronavirus: China lying about number of cases and deaths, US intelligence says
We already knew that China tried to cover up the coronavirus when it first emerged. A damning new report says the deception is still ongoing.
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Japan's Fujifilm starts Avigan trial to treat coronavirus
The drug will be administered for a maximum of 14 days to coronavirus patients between 20 and 74 years old with mild pneumonia, the spokesman said.
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Why Taiwan has become a problem for WHO
Taiwan is seen as one of the few places in the world which has successfully stemmed the spread of the coronavirus without resorting to draconian measures.
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Coronavirus: Why China’s government is offering COVID-19 aid relief to other countries
As the world crumbles under the coronavirus outbreak, China is making a massive gesture. But experts say the government has a sinister motive.
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China prepares to close borders to foreigners, fearing 2nd wave of COVID-19
Borders to shut Saturday for all foreigners, including those with visas and residency permits
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China’s Wuhan reports ZERO new cases of coronavirus as US sees deadliest day yet with 160+ fatalities
The city of Wuhan is coming back online, with no new cases of Covid-19 reported in the virus’ first epicenter and residents resuming business as usual. But as China recovers, the US has seen its worst day yet, tallying 163 deaths.
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Hubei residents swarm trains as coronavirus lockdown is LIFTED at last (PHOTOS, VIDEOS)
The weary residents of China’s Hubei province finally have cause for celebration, as restrictions introduced to curb Covid-19 have been lifted amid a drop in infections. People have begun flocking to reunite with loved ones.
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Coronavirus updates: China to lift lockdown measures on Wuhan in April
Over one-fifth of the world's population has been ordered or urged to stay home.
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India locks down over 100 million people amid coronavirus fears
The capital New Delhi and over 80 cities and districts shut down as India scrambles to check spread of the pandemic.
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Coronavirus: South Korea reports lowest number of new cases in four weeks
South Korea has reported the lowest number of new coronavirus cases since infection rates peaked four weeks ago, fuelling hope Asia's worst outbreak outside China may be abating.
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‘Stay indoors & healthy’: India starts 14-hour ‘self-curfew’ to curb coronavirus spread
As a part of a trial-run to test social isolation to prevent the spread of coronavirus, India has launched a non-mandatory but strongly-advised ‘self-curfew’ that is supposed to last for 14 hours.
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Coronavirus: New Zealand PM says all arrivals must self-isolate
New Zealand's PM has said nearly everyone entering the country from midnight on Sunday must self-isolate to contain the spread of the coronavirus.
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