World news today: Chile sees record COVID-19 cases as two ministers quarantined
World news today May 26: Public Works Minister Alfredo Moreno and Energy Minister Juan Carlos Jobet were among the nearly 5,000 new COVID-19 patients Tuesday. Meanwhile, WHO's suspension of hydroxychloroquine trials, alarming coronavirus advances in Latin America, Samsung Exynos 880's revelation, and gold prices are among other headlines today (May 26).
Robot Baristas Reinforce Social Distancing at South Korean Cafe 1
Just like you are in a movie: approaching a familiar coffee house, grab a cup of morning hot cappuccino with zero human-ing involved. Surprised? A South Korean cafe has found an innovative way of serving its customers during the coronavirus pandemic, with an efficient robot barista.
Memorial Day in the US, no-mask crows anywhere, 6 people shot-hurt as coronavirus deaths near 100,000
Health officials issue warnings after some revellers did not follow precautions while marking the beginning of summer. A lot of people flocked to beaches, but not a lot of social distancing or masks while six people were wounded Saturday in a Daytona Beach shooting as massive crowds gathered during Memorial Day weekend.
COVID-19 treatment: WHO suspends trial of hydroxychloroquine over safety concerns
The World Health Organization has suspended testing the malaria drug hydroxychloroquine in COVID-19 patients due to safety concerns, Reuters cited its Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on May 25.
Mink transmitted COVID-19 to two humans in the Netherlands
Mink with the coronavirus have infected two people in the Netherlands, reported Reuters citing government and health authorities on May 25.
Chinese students wear adorable ‘social distancing wings’ at school
Students in a primary school in Shanxi province, China are encouraged to put on the artificial wings during school time to keep a safe distance amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
World News Today: China says Hong Kong affairs are “internal affairs”, no external interference allowed
China affirmed that Hong Kong affairs are China's internal affairs, Israel's Prime Minister appears in court to face corruption charges, Samsung Galaxy Note 20+ leaked, Venice Film Festival schedule among others are notable headlines of Monday (May 25).
Cuba introduces two drugs curbing death toll of coronavirus
The Cuba's top leader said that use of two drugs produced by its biotech industry that reduce hyper-inflammation in seriously ill COVID-19 patients has sharply curbed its coronavirus-related death toll.
North Korea's Kim Jong Un leader vow to further bolster nuclear deterrence
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un convened a key military meeting to discuss bolstering the country’s nuclear arsenal and putting its armed forces on high alert.
North Texas, severe weather patterns stormed around together with coronavirus's outbreak
The National Weather Service issued several severe weather warnings for parts of North Texas as storms moved throughout the area Sunday afternoon. Some storms are capable of 60 mph winds and quarter-size hail, NBC5 said.
Magnitude 5.9 earthquake strikes New Zealand, PM Jacinda Ardern stays cool
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck near New Zealand's capital Wellington Monday morning, shaking many residents including Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern who continued with a live TV interview at the parliament building.
White House bans travel to the U.S. from Brazil while Rio de Janeiro plans to reopen its trade activities
The White House has announced a ban on travel to the U.S. from Brazil due to the spread of coronavirus in Latin America’s hardest-hit country. The proclamation bans entry for anyone who has been in Brazil in the last 14 days while Brazil also published an extra edition of the Federal Gazette restricting the entry of foreigners into Brazil for 30 days.
World news today: Kim Jong-un moves to Increase North Korea’s Nuclear Strength
World news today May 24: Kim Jong-un convened the country’s top military-governing body, outlining “new policies for further increasing” its nuclear capabilities and promoting top weapons officials. Meanwhile, Cicadas invasion after 17 years underground, anti-lockdown protests outbreak in German and Spain, Jacqueline Jossa confirms haven’s split with husband, Ukraine lawmaker’s sucide also make headlines on Sunday (May 24).
“America's Got Talent” Season 15: Schedule, judges, cast and host
America’s Got Talent returns in 2020 for Season 15 of the NBC competition, which will feature a mixed assortment of singers, dancers, comics, magicians and death-defying and high-flying performances. Here are all details on the upcoming season.
NY Time’s front page reveals heart-breaking name list of 1,000 COVID-19 deaths – just 1% of US’ tally
The front page of New York Times, one of the most long-standing and prestigious newspaper in the US, has devoted its front page to list the names of 1,000 people who died from Covid-19 in the US, however, the number is just 1% of the total as there have been 100,000 Covid-19- related deaths in the country reported.
Former NFL, Cowboy quarterback Ryan Leaf detained for domestic battery
Former NFL quarterback Ryan Leaf was arrested in Southern California for domestic battery charges, AP reported.
World news today: Barack Obama poised to add his star appeal to Joe Biden's campaign
World news today May 23: Former president Barack Obama seems to dip his toes into 2020 presidential campaign recently and is positioned to do more in the coming months as Joe Biden’s effort to defeat Donald Trump gathers steam. Meanwhile, South America has become a new COVID-19 epicenter. Besides, the identifying of the Pakistan plane crash, Hertz Files's filing for bankruptcy protection and gold prices also make headlines of Saturday (May 23).
Antimalarial drug taken by Trump might increase COVID-19 fatality rate
Hydroxychloroquine does not help COVID-19 patients, and indeed may result in a greater risk of death and heart arrhythmia, according to a large, international study published Friday in The Lancet.
Restrictive measures in place as US beaches reopen for Memorial Day amid COVID-19 pandemic
Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer, and for many, that means heading to the beach. This year, however, under the stay-at-home orders, the occasion will be celebrated a lot different. Yet, some beaches up and down the East Coast, including Jersey Shore, are still opening up to tourists for the holiday weekend under certain restrictions.
Jerry Sloan, Utah Jazz’s legendary head coach passed away at 78
NBA Hall of Fame Coach Jerry Sloan, who was a member of the Utah Jazz organization for more than 30 years, has died early Friday at the age of 78 to complications from Parkinson’s disease and Lewy body dementia.
