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Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets to disperse protests over security bill
on May 27, 2020
Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre on Wednesday, as new national security laws proposed by Beijing revived anti-government demonstrations.
China says will act against foreign interference to Hong Kong law
on May 27, 2020
China will take necessary countermeasures to foreign interference regarding the new Hong Kong security legislation being deliberated, the foreign ministry said on Wednesday.
South Korea examines first suspected cases of syndrome in kids linked to COVID-19
on May 27, 2020
Two children who are the first suspected cases in South Korea of a rare, life-threatening syndrome linked with the new coronavirus, are recovering following treatment, health authorities said on Wednesday.
Coronavirus: China's plan to test everyone in Wuhan
on May 27, 2020
Officials said they planned to test all of Wuhan's residents over 10 days, so how have they done?
'Move on', Britain says to outrage over PM adviser Cummings
on May 27, 2020
The British government said on Wednesday that it was time to move on after Prime Minister Boris Johnson's senior adviser provoked outrage and widespread scorn by making a 400 km (250 mile) road trip during the coronavirus lockdown.
Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets at anthem protesters
on May 27, 2020
The clashes come as parliament debates a bill to criminalise insulting the Chinese national anthem.
Australia drops probe of journalist over use of classified documents
on May 27, 2020
Australian police have dropped their investigation of a News Corp journalist over the disclosure of a national security document in 2018, citing a lack of evidence.
Swiss to announce further relaxation of coronavirus rules: NZZ
on May 27, 2020
Switzerland will decide on Wednesday on further relaxations of restrictions brought in to stem the spread of the new coronavirus, including how to reopen nightclubs and football stadiums, the Neue Zuercher Zeitung paper reported.
Bulgaria to reopen restaurants, bars and cafes on June 1
on May 27, 2020
Bulgaria will allow restaurants, bars and cafes to reopen at full capacity on Monday as the Balkan country further eased restrictions imposed in mid-March to stop the spread of the coronavirus.
Lost hikers found alive after 18 days in New Zealand forest
on May 27, 2020
Two New Zealand hikers survived for more than 18 days in a densely-forested national park before being found alive on Wednesday, rescue officials said.
Hong Kong police fire pepper pellets as protests flare in financial heart
on May 27, 2020
Hong Kong riot police fired pepper pellets on Wednesday to disperse protesters in the heart of the global financial centre, where Beijing's proposed national security laws have revived anti-government demonstrations.
What you need to know about the coronavirus right now
on May 27, 2020
Here's what you need to know about the coronavirus right now:
Mexico: Roma director Alfonso Cuarón makes plea for domestic workers
on May 27, 2020
He says domestic workers laid of during the Covid-19 pandemic should continue to receive pay.
Thailand reports nine new coronavirus cases, no new deaths
on May 27, 2020
Thailand on Wednesday reported nine new coronavirus infections, bringing its total to 3,054 confirmed cases. There were no new deaths reported.
Coronavirus outbreak at South Korea e-commerce warehouse drives spike in new cases
on May 27, 2020
South Korea reported the highest daily number of new coronavirus cases in 49 days on Wednesday, as one of the country's largest e-commerce companies battled an outbreak linked to a now-shuttered logistics facility.
Tests vital for Africa's fight against coronavirus
on May 27, 2020
Early successes have been hailed by some but governments must start getting more data, reports Anne Soy.
Coronavirus: Lebanon's woes worsen as country pushed to the brink
on May 27, 2020
Country was already rocked by unrest over the cost of living - then came coronavirus.
Man arrested over deadly 2019 arson at Japan's Kyoto Animation
on May 27, 2020
A Japanese man suspected of killing 36 people and injuring dozens in an arson attack at an animation studio last July was arrested on Wednesday after spending 10 months in hospital for treatment.
New Zealand expects plan for safe travel with Australia in June
on May 27, 2020
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Wednesday a draft blueprint on safely starting travel between New Zealand and Australia will be presented to both governments in early June.
Record drop in energy investment, warns IEA
on May 27, 2020
The pandemic has caused a record fall in energy investment and will likely lead to more pollution.
Factbox: What people are saying about controversial legislation for Hong Kong
on May 27, 2020
Hong Kong legislators are holding a debate on Wednesday over a bill that would require schools to teach China's national anthem, organisations to play it and sing it, and anyone who disrespects it to face jail or fines.
Trump says U.S. to take action on China over Hong Kong this week
on May 27, 2020
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he is preparing to take action against China this week over its effort to impose national security laws on Hong Kong, but did not give details.
Hong Kong legislature surrounded by riot police ahead of expected protests
on May 27, 2020
Hundreds of riot police took up posts around Hong Kong's legislature overnight, as protests were expected on Wednesday over a bill criminalising disrespect of China's national anthem and against plans by Beijing to impose national security laws.
Germany's confirmed coronavirus cases rise by 362 to 179,364: RKI
on May 27, 2020
The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Germany increased by 362 to 179,364, data from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) for infectious diseases showed on Wednesday.
Salvadoran leader says he takes drug touted by Trump for coronavirus
on May 27, 2020
Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele said on Tuesday he takes hydroxychloroquine, an antimalarial drug that U.S. President Donald Trump has promoted as a way to ward off the novel coronavirus, though experts have warned about its safety.
Panama to relax coronavirus measures in second stage of re-opening
on May 27, 2020
The Panama government said on Tuesday that in June it will start to relax some measures imposed to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus, permitting sectors such as construction, nonmetallic mining and pharmaceuticals to resume operations.
Four Minnesota cops fired after death of unarmed black man
on May 27, 2020
The FBI investigates Minneapolis police after video shows man being arrested saying "I can't breathe".
Twitter tags Trump tweet with fact-checking warning
on May 27, 2020
It is the first time the social media giant has said one of Donald Trump's tweets could be misleading.
Woman sacked after calling police on black man
on May 27, 2020
The woman, identified as Amy Cooper, called police saying an African-American man was threatening her life.
Coronavirus: Why Merkel may help fund Europe's recovery plan
on May 27, 2020
Germany’s leader has agreed to shoulder some of the burden, but four "frugal" EU states are unhappy.