Key things about Russia's second COVID-19 vaccine EpiVacCorona
EpiVacCorona has become the second COVID-19 vaccine candidate to get regulatory approval in Russia after Sputnik V. Here are some key things about the vaccine.
CNN names Hanoi coffee one of top 10 best coffees worldwide
The US-based prestigious news outlet CNN has recently listed Hanoi coffee among the 10 best coffees in the world, together with famous ones of Wellington, Melbourne, London, Singapore.
UK and Europe weather forecast latest, October 15: Parts of Britain to experience frost as temperature plummets
Cold temperature with frost at parts shall smash Britain while unsettled with heavy rain and showers are forecasted to batter in central Europe, cold for all.
China wins a seat on UN human rights council despite opposition from activist groups
China won a seat on the United Nations's premiere human rights body for three year terms (2021 – 2023) on October 13 despite opposition from activist groups, The Associated Press reported.
US sends 60 spy planes close to China in September: Beijing think tank
Increase in air refuelling may suggest United States is preparing for future long-distance missions in the South China Sea, a Beijing think tank says
World breaking news today (October 14): Dutch researchers report first death from COVID-19 reinfection
World breaking news today (October 14): Dutch researchers report first death from COVID-19 reinfection. Meanwhile, North Korea's Kim pledges thousands of new homes in storm recovery effort, police arrest 21 at Thai pro-democracy rally and gold price also make headlines today.
UK and Europe weather forecast latest, October 14: Freezing air and frost cover across Britain
Britain sets to face with freezing air and frost across the country while heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are forecasted to batter Europe over the next few days.
ASEM striving to achieve 'twin goals' of 'not leaving anyone and any women behind'
Nearly 130 delegates from 41 ASEM member countries and seven international and regional organisations have attended the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) High-level Dialogue on Promoting Women’s Economic Empowerment amid the COVID-19 Pandemic which was an initiative proposed by Vietnam and was strongly supported by ASEM members.
China's defense drawbacks: Hacking design while not touching core technology
As the internet evolves around the world, stealing information becomes a common threat. With a high level of expertise, Chinese hackers can break into nearly any country's computer networks, creating a risk of technology and information leak worldwide.
World breaking news today (October 13): Polish navy bid to defuse one of WWII's largest bombs near Baltic coast
World breaking news today (October 13): Polish navy bid to defuse one of WWII's largest bombs. Meanwhile, 14 people injured after truck collides with tram in Switzerland, WHO warns against COVID-19 lockdowns and gold price also make headlines today.
Malaysia detains 60 Chinese nationals, 6 vessels for trespassing in territorial waters
Malaysia’s maritime authorities said they had detained 60 Chinese nationals and six Chinese-registered fishing vessels in Malaysian territorial waters.
Pakistan became latest country to ban TikTok, citing moral concerns
Pakistan has banned popular short video app TikTok, citing a circulation of videos that it deemed “immoral and indecent.”
UK and Europe weather forecast latest, October 13: Temperatures plummet below freezing in Britain
Britain is forecasted to face up with freezing conditions while low pressure brings heavy rain to central and eastern Europe this week. Some rain in west. High pressure building over Scandinavia.
Researchers: Covid-19 can remains infectious on banknotes, mobile screen for 28 days
SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes Covid-19 can survive on some surfaces such as banknotes, phone screens, and stainless steel for nearly one month, according to a new study from Australian scientists.
Donald Trump nominated for 2021 Nobel Peace Prize
Donald Trump didn’t win a Nobel Prize this year — but already he’s been nominated for one in 2021, thanks to a right-wing Finnish politician who cites the president’s “endeavors to end the era of endless wars."
World breaking news today (October 12): Trump tells supporters he's 'tested totally negative' for coronavirus
World breaking news today (October 12): Trump tells supporters he's 'tested totally negative' for coronavirus. Meanwhile, Iran does not have enough uranium to make atomic weapon, 20 killed on temple trip in Thailand and gold price also make headlines today.
Japan coast guard: Chinese vessels sail near disputed islands in East China Sea
Japan’s Coast Guard said on October 11 that two Chinese vessels entered what Japan considers its territorial waters near disputed islands in the East China Sea.
US’ destroyer sails near Vietnam’s Hoang Sa Islands, Beijing accuses it 'provocative actions'
China raised its voice opposing the recent move of the US and called it “provocation actions” as US guided-missile destroyer USS John S.McCain on October 9 conducted a series of activities near Vietnam’s Hoang Sa (Paracel Islands) in the South China Sea or Bien Dong Sea.
World breaking news today (October 11): Trump first appears in public since hospitalization for Covid-19
World breaking news today (October 11): President Trump made his first public appearance since hospitalization for Covid-19. Meanwhile, Tens of thousands of Israelis call for PM's resignation, Hurricane Delta results in power loss in thousands of households in US and gold prices also make headlines today.
Singapore gives parents $3,000 for pregnancy during COVID-19 pandemic
Singapore will give couples a US$3,000 (AUD$3,083) grant for any child born over the next two years, the government says.
