The EU reveals an updated economic forecast saying the 19 nation single currency area would contract by a record 8.7 percent before rising by 6.1 percent in 2021, worse than its previous forecast
Why do countries want to ban TikTok?
The hacker group Anonymous called TikTok “spyware,” and now the US plans to ban it. So, why is TikTok considered dangerous? #TikTok #US #Anonymous
Serbia’s Sandzak region struggles to cope as new Covid-19 wave strikes
The number of Covid-19 cases has surged again in Serbia, and one of the worst-hit areas is the Muslim-majority region of Sandzak. Here is what is happening there. #Sandzak #SerbiaCoronavirus #CoronavirusBalkans
World’s first ‘gold-plated’ hotel opens in Hanoi, Vietnam
Tourism isn’t top of the agenda for the Vietnamese government at the moment, as it tries to keep COVID-19 under control. But, a new hotel has just opened in the capital, Hanoi, that will present a golden...
Authorities warn of more heavy rain in Japan as dozens die in floods
In Japan, at least 50 people have been killed and several are missing following recent flooding and mudslides. Tens of thousands of rescue workers are taking part in search operations after heavy rain lashed large parts...
Google, Facebook among tech firms suspending Hong Kong requests for user data
Technology giants including Google, Facebook and Twitter have temporarily stopped processing requests from Hong Kong authorities for access to user data, after a new national security law was implemented. The new...
Melbourne locks down as community transfer soars
Australia’s second-largest city will re-enter lockdown for six weeks on Wednesday after Melbourne recorded 191 new cases in one day. Locals will not be allowed to leave homes except for essential supplies, exercise...