AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine trial suspended: Live news
Clinical trials of one of most promising candidate vaccines suspended after patient develops unexplained illness.
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‘Everything is burning’: Refugees escape as fire hits Moria camp
Crowds of refugees flee as fire destroys overcrowded Greek camp, home to around 13,000 people.
Afghan VP Amrullah Saleh escapes deadly bomb attack in Kabul
At least 10 killed in roadside explosion targeting the convoy of First Vice President Amrullah Saleh, officials say.
Ethiopia’s Tigray region votes, defying federal government and PM
Officials holding polls warn that any federal government intervention would amount to a ‘declaration of war’.
Coronavirus pandemic hurting efforts to curb child mortality: UN
Study in 77 countries shows many of them face disruptions in health interventions like vaccinations and medical visits.
China says Indian forces crossed border, fired warning shots
Beijing accuses New Delhi of ‘severe military provocation’ but India denies its soldiers crossed the disputed border.
Xi says China was open in handling of coronavirus: Live news
Speaking at Beijing ceremony, Chinese president says country has also made concrete efforts to help other nations.
Australian media pull journalists from China over safety concerns
Bill Birtles and Michael Smith arrive in Sydney on Tuesday, seeking diplomatic shelter after being questioned by police.
Bali COVID-19 surge blamed on inaccurate rapid tests for visitors
WHO in Indonesia says use of cheap antibody test gives travellers with nonreactive results a ‘false sense of security’.
Trump and Biden on the offensive as US general election kicks off
Labor Day marks the traditional start of the election season for Donald Trump, Joe Biden and their running mates.
Coronavirus cases on the rise in 22 US states: Live news
Coronavirus cases hit 27 million worldwide; US raises alarms as millions gather to celebrate Labor Day Weekend.
UK gov’t admits surge in UK daily coronavirus cases ‘concerning’
Health Secretary Matt Hancock says cases being reported mainly among young people, which is risk for rest of population.