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Coronavirus spreads fear and racism worldwide
Coronavirus spreads fear and racism worldwide
WORLD: As the deadly coronavirus has spread worldwide, it has carried with it xenophobia - and Asian communities around the world are finding themselves subject to suspicion and fear.
Health minister: Kick out ‘Western’ tourists not wearing face masks
Health minister: Kick out ‘Western’ tourists not wearing face masks
THAILAND: Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul lashed out at “Western” tourists today (Feb 7) for not wearing face masks and suggested they be expelled from the country for putting others at risk during the coronavirus outbreak.
Kobe Bryant public memorial set for Feb 24
Kobe Bryant public memorial set for Feb 24
WORLD: Los Angeles will host a public memorial on Feb 24 at Staples Center for NBA icon Kobe Bryant and eight others killed last month in a helicopter crash, US media reported yesterday (Feb 6).
Global panic deepens as whistleblower doctor dies, virus death toll rises to at least 638
Global panic deepens as whistleblower doctor dies, virus death toll rises to at least 638
WORLD: A Chinese doctor, among the first to raise the alert about China’s new coronavirus, himself died from the pathogen today (Feb 7), emphasising the depth of a worsening crisis that has killed at least 638 people.
Tokyo Olympic boss ‘extremely worried’ about deadly virus
Tokyo Olympic boss ‘extremely worried’ about deadly virus
TOKYO: The chief executive officer of the Tokyo Olympics admitted yesterday (Feb 5) that organisers are “extremely worried” about the possible effect of the deadly new coronavirus on this summer’s Games.
Trump acquitted in impeachment trial
Trump acquitted in impeachment trial
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump has been acquitted by the US Senate following a historic impeachment trial that shone a harsh light on America’s divisions, without ever shaking the loyalty of his voter base.
China clamping down on media coverage as deaths hit 563
China clamping down on media coverage as deaths hit 563
WORLD: The number of coronavirus related deaths in China hit 563 today (Feb 6) as confirmed infections rose to more than 28,000 nationwide in an outbreak that has spiralled into a global health emergency with cases reported in more than 20 countries.
Thais spike China-led plan to dredge Mekong river
Thais spike China-led plan to dredge Mekong river
THAILAND: Thailand has spiked Chinese-led plans to open up a key stretch of the Mekong river, in a rare victory for activists fighting to preserve Southeast Asia’s most important waterway.
Klopp absent as Liverpool youngsters reach FA Cup fifth round
Klopp absent as Liverpool youngsters reach FA Cup fifth round
FOOTBALL: Liverpool’s youngest ever team proved manager Jurgen Klopp was right to rest his stars as they reached the FA Cup fifth round with a 1-0 win against third-tier Shrewsbury yesterday (Feb 4).
China virus deaths rise to almost 500 as WHO says ‘opportunity’ to halt spread
China virus deaths rise to almost 500 as WHO says ‘opportunity’ to halt spread
WORLD: The world has a “window of opportunity” to halt the spread of a deadly new virus, global health experts said, as the number of people infected in China jumped to 24,000 and millions more were ordered to stay indoors.
South Korean court orders compensation for Ronaldo no-show
South Korean court orders compensation for Ronaldo no-show
FOOTBALL: A South Korean court today (Feb 4) ordered a local promoter to compensate fans for Cristiano Ronaldo’s no-show at a friendly match in Seoul last year.
Traveller from Thailand confirmed as South Korea’s new virus case
Traveller from Thailand confirmed as South Korea’s new virus case
WORLD: A South Korean woman who recently visited Thailand was confirmed today (Feb 4) as having the deadly new virus sweeping China, Seoul’s health authorities said.
China admits ‘shortcomings’ in virus response as death toll hits 425
China admits ‘shortcomings’ in virus response as death toll hits 425
WORLD: China’s top leadership has admitted “shortcomings and difficulties” in its response to the coronavirus outbreak, as state media said a new hospital built at breakneck pace began receiving patients in the epicentre of the crisis.
What we learned from the opening round of the Six Nations
What we learned from the opening round of the Six Nations
RUGBY: A thumping win for defending Grand Slam champions Wales over Italy, Ireland grinding out a victory over Scotland, and France pulling the punches in defeating England.
Comeback king Mahomes sparks Chiefs to Super Bowl win
Comeback king Mahomes sparks Chiefs to Super Bowl win
NFL: Patrick Mahomes led a thrilling late comeback as the Kansas City Chiefs ended their 50-year wait for a Super Bowl crown with a 31-20 victory over the San Francisco 49ers in Miami on Sunday (this morning, Feb 3, Phuket time).
Liverpool move 22 points clear as Manchester City lose at Spurs
Liverpool move 22 points clear as Manchester City lose at Spurs
FOOTBALL: Liverpool surged 22 points clear at the top of the Premier League with a 4-0 win over Southampton on Saturday (Feb 1) as Manchester City conceded further ground after losing at Tottenham last night (Feb 2).
Kenin triumphs at Australian Open
Kenin triumphs at Australian Open
MELBOURNE: American Sofia Kenin counter-punched her way back from a set down against Garbine Muguruza to win her first Grand Slam title at the Australian Open with a 4-6 6-2 6-2 win on Saturday (Feb 1).
Djokovic beats Thiem in five-set epic to win eighth Australian Open
Djokovic beats Thiem in five-set epic to win eighth Australian Open
MELBOURNE: Novak Djokovic battled through a five-set thriller with Dominic Thiem to maintain his dominance at the Australian Open yesterday (Feb 2), claiming a record eighth title and returning to world number one in the process.
Virus deaths in China pass 361, exceeding SARS mainland toll
Virus deaths in China pass 361, exceeding SARS mainland toll
WORLD: China’s death toll from the coronavirus epidemic soared past 361 today (Feb 3), with deepening global concern about the outbreak and governments closing their borders to people from China.
Philippines reports first virus death outside China
Philippines reports first virus death outside China
PHILIPPINES: The Philippines reported the first death on Sunday outside of China from a new coronavirus, deepening global fears about an epidemic that has claimed more than 300 lives.