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Wikileaks Founder Julian Assange Fathered 2 Kids With Lawyer in Ecuador Embassy: Report
The 48-year-old Australian is allegedly the dad of two boys, aged two and one, born to South African-born lawyer Stella Morris, the Mail on Sunday reported.
G20 Ministers Struggle to Finalise Oil Production Cuts Despite US Efforts to End Standoff With Mexico
Top oil producers struggled to finalise production cuts during a virtual summit held by G20 energy ministers on Friday, despite US President Donald Trump's mediation efforts to end a standoff with Mexico.
Empty Churches, Food Drive Mark Start of Easter Weekend in Coronavirus-hit US
Those measures have taken a staggering toll on American commerce, with some economists forecasting job losses of up to 20 million by month's end, raising questions about how long business closures and travel restrictions can be sustained.
‘We Were Already Untouchables’: Christians in Pakistan Face Easter Vulnerable Amid Lay Offs Due to Covid-19
Pakistan's Christian community largely descended from low-caste Hindus who converted, resulting in persistent caste stigmas and discrimination.
Pope Presides Over Haunting Good Friday Procession Under Covid-19 Lockdown
During the Good Friday procession, Pope Francis paid tributes to the victims of coronavirus outbreak that has claimed nearly 19,000 lives in surrounding Italy.
Nepal Govt Refuses Clean-up of Mount Everest Amid Coronavirus Pandemic Calm
Fluorescent tents, discarded climbing equipment, empty gas canisters and human excrement litter the well-trodden route to the 8,848-metre (29,029-feet) high summit.
US Threatens to Block China Telecom From American Market Over Security Risks
The threat came just five days after US President Donald Trump's administration formed an interdepartmental body to review national security concerns related to foreign telecommunications companies.
Lift Lockdown Gradually to Avert 'Second Wave' of Coronavirus, Experts Warn China
Scientists in Hong Kong said that regions outside Hubei would need to gradually lift social distancing measures or risk the epidemic surging back.
Chinese Startups were Already Struggling to Raise Money. The Coronavirus May be the Last Straw
The venture capital investment in startups throughout Greater China — which includes the mainland and Hong Kong — has plummeted more than 65% compared to the same period a year ago,
11 Indians Die of Coronavirus in US, 16 More Tested Positive
All the Indians who have died of coronavirus in USA are males.
The Super Spreader of Chicago: A funeral, A Birthday Party and A Trail of Death
The man, who was unaware he had the Covid-19 illness, set off a chain of transmissions that infected 15 other people, three of whom died.
Biden vs. Trump: How Bernie Sander's Exit Changes 2020 US Presidential Race
Senator Bernie Sanders announced his exit from the presidential campaign, clearing the way for former Vice-President Joe Biden to represent Democratic Party against President Donald Trump.
WHO Denies Being 'China-centric' after Trump's Criticism, Says Acute Phase of Coronavirus Pandemic Not the Time to Cut Funding
U.S. contributions to WHO in 2019 exceeded $400 million, almost double the 2nd largest member state contribution. China, in contrast, contributed $44 million.
128 of 217 on Board Antarctica Cruise Ship Test Positive for Coronavirus; All Asymptomatic Cases
The Greg Mortimer departed March 15 on a voyage to Antarctica and South Georgia that was titled In Shackleton's Footsteps, a reference to the polar explorer who led British expeditions to the region and died there in 1922.
China Reports No New Coronavirus Deaths for First Time Since January, But Imported Cases Continue
Cases in mainland China have been dwindling since March, but the country faces a second wave of infections brought in from overseas, with health officials reporting nearly 1,000 imported cases in total.
How US 'Wasted' Precious Months Before Preparing for Covid-19 as Trump Predicted 'Very Good Ending'
A review of federal purchasing contracts shows federal agencies largely waited until mid-March to begin placing bulk orders of N95 respirator masks, mechanical ventilators and other equipment needed by front-line health care workers.