Thai researcher eyes affordable, accessible coronavirus vaccine for SE Asia

BANGKOK (Reuters) - A researcher leading Thailand’s push to manufacture a coronavirus vaccine says its aim is to make it cost-effective and accessible to Southeast Asia, and play a part in preventing a supply shortage globally.

Thai researcher eyes affordable, accessible coronavirus vaccine for SE Asia

BANGKOK, May 25 — A researcher leading Thailand’s push to manufacture a coronavirus vaccine says its aim is to make it cost-effective and accessible to Southeast Asia, and play a part in preventing a supply shortage globally. Thailand’s government announced last week its plans to have a...

Thai researcher eyes affordable, accessible coronavirus vaccine for SE Asia

A researcher leading Thailand's push to manufacture a coronavirus vaccine says its aim is to make it cost-effective and accessible to Southeast Asia, and play a part in preventing a supply shortage globally. Thailand's government announced last week its plans to have a vaccine ready for deployment

I received a $1,000 stimulus check from the government — here’s exactly what I did with it

When I first heard the American government was sending money directly to citizens to help them get through the COVID-19 crisis, I just assumed I wouldn’t be getting any, considering I’ve been relatively lucky during this time and am still making my standard income. So when I found out it would be going to everyone earning below a certain income, including me, I was faced with the fortunate challenge of figuring out the best thing to do with some bonus cash.

I received a $1,000 stimulus check from the government — here's exactly what I did with it, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Erin Greenawald wanted to give back to local businesses, so she donated to freelancer funds, commissioned art, and bought gift cards from restaurants.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

I received a $1,000 stimulus check from the government — here's exactly what I did with it

Erin Greenawald wanted to give back to local businesses, so she donated to freelancer funds, commissioned art, and bought gift cards from restaurants.

I received a $1,000 stimulus check from the government — here's exactly what I did with it

Erin Greenawald wanted to give back to local businesses, so she donated to freelancer funds, commissioned art, and bought gift cards from restaurants.

China to evacuate its citizens from India amid rise in coronavirus cases

The move to evacuate its citizens comes in the wake of India emerging as the 10th worst-hit country by the deadly virus, which has infected nearly 1.40 lakh people in India.People opting to return China will have to accept all quarantine, epidemic prevention arrangements during the flight as well as after entering China

China decides to evacuate its citizens from India amid rise in coronavirus cases

The Chinese embassy put out a notice on its website on Monday, asking those wanting to return home to book tickets in special flights.

China decides to evacuate citizens from India amid rise in coronavirus cases

India News: China has decided to evacuate its citizens, including students, tourists and businessmen, from India who are facing "difficulties" in the country and

China decides to evacuate its citizens from India amid rise in coronavirus cases

The Chinese embassy put out a notice on its website on Monday, asking those wanting to return home to book tickets in special flights. The move to evacuate its citizens comes in the wake of India emerging as the 10th worst-hit country by the deadly virus, which has infected nearly 1.40 lakh people in India.

CDC warns of aggressive cannibal rats facing shortage of garbage to eat

Officials say rats have resorted to open warfare and eating their young as closures reduce edible waste

CDC warns of aggressive cannibal rats facing shortage of garbage to eat

Officials say rats have resorted to open warfare and eating their young as closures reduce edible waste * Coronavirus – latest global updatesThe US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has warned of “unusual or aggressive” behavior in American rats as a consequence of more than two months of human

EU must present united front to shield pandemic-hit banks: regulator

FRANKFURT (Reuters) - European countries need to join forces to shield their banks from the coronavirus outbreak, one of the bloc’s top regulators said on Monday, potentially using a 500 billion euro ($545 billion) EU recovery fund to do so.

EU must present united front to shield pandemic-hit banks: regulator

European countries need to join forces to shield their banks from the coronavirus outbreak, one of the bloc's top regulators said on Monday, potentially using a 500 billion euro ($545 billion) EU recovery fund to do so. The remarks from Jose Manuel Campa, who leads the European Banking Authority

CBD Melbourne: Some free advice for private equity giant Bain

Jayne Hrdlicka could be Virgin’s next CEO or the chairwoman if Bain Capital is successful in its bid for the airline. Interestingly, she's still on the payroll of her former employer.

No crying over spilt milk as advisers focus on Virgin bid

Jayne Hrdlicka could be Virgin's next CEO or chairman if Bain is successful in its bid for the airline. Interestingly, she's still on the payroll of her former employer.

CBD Melbourne: Some free advice for private equity giant Bain

Jayne Hrdlicka could be Virgin’s next CEO or the chairwoman if Bain Capital is successful in its bid for the airline. Interestingly, she's still on the payroll of her former employer.

Chief Scientist clashes with Lucy Turnbull over 'shipping sunshine'

Former Lord Mayor Lucy Turnbull and Chief Scientist Alan Finkel debated Australia's energy future on Q+A. They agreed on the end goal but not how to achieve it.

Chief Scientist clashes with Lucy Turnbull over 'shipping sunshine'

Former Lord Mayor Lucy Turnbull and Chief Scientist Alan Finkel debated Australia's energy future on Q+A. They agreed on the end goal but not how to achieve it.

Chief Scientist clashes with Lucy Turnbull over 'shipping sunshine'

Former Lord Mayor Lucy Turnbull and Chief Scientist Alan Finkel debated Australia's energy future on Q+A. They agreed on the end goal but not how to achieve it.

50 insiders reveal all on a massive shakeup at elite law firm Boies Schiller

A massive transformation is taking place at elite litigation powerhouse Boies Schiller Flexner.

50 insiders reveal all on a massive shakeup at elite law firm Boies Schiller

Pay rifts, a partner divide, and transparency are key issues behind some partners leaving elite law firm Boies Schiller. Now BSF is re-making itself.

Pay rifts, a partner divide, and a threat at the Ritz Carlton: 50 insiders reveal all on a massive shakeup at elite law firm Boies Schiller

Business Insider - Pay rifts, a partner divide, and transparency are key issues behind some partners leaving elite law firm Boies Schiller. Now BSF is re-making itself.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

3 ways to cut through brain fog and stress onset by the coronavirus pandemic, according to a productivity expert

When Suzanne got word that she’d be working from home in March, she was ecstatic. Suddenly, her commute time dropped from 75 minutes to 75 seconds. No more people stopping by her desk to ask her questions at random times. Finally, she’d make headway on the big projects that had been stuck on the back burner since last year.

3 ways to cut through brain fog and stress onset by the coronavirus pandemic, according to a productivity expert

Alain Hunkins has coached leadership at Walmart and Microsoft. He says upgrading these three daily habits will boost productivity and reduce stress.

3 ways to cut through brain fog and stress onset by the coronavirus pandemic, according to a productivity expert, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Alain Hunkins has coached leadership at Walmart and Microsoft. He says upgrading these three daily habits will boost productivity and reduce stress.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Eight people arrested as Victoria police enforce order to clear tent encampments

Closure of the camps is part of the province-wide response to the COVID-19 pandemic

Eight arrested as Victoria police enforce order to clear tent encampments

VANCOUVER - Eight people have been arrested as officials work to clear tent camps at two locations in Victoria.A statement from Victoria police says the eig

Italy to recruit 60,000 volunteers as social distancing monitors

Italy is planning to send out into the streets some 60,000 volunteers to tell people to keep respecting social distancing rules in the

Italy to recruit 60,000 volunteers as social distancing monitors

Italy is planning to send out into the streets some 60,000 volunteers to tell people to keep respecting social distancing rules in the country’s...

Liz Weston: Find free, solid money advice in uncertain times

If you have money questions — and who among us doesn’t right now? — there are plenty of people willing to offer advice: friends, relatives and random strangers on the internet.Finding someone who knows what they’re talking about, and who isn’t trying to take advantage of you, can be tougher. Fortunately, several groups of credentialed, trustworthy financial advisers are stepping up to offer free help.Groups such as the Financial Planning Association, the XY Planning Network, the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors, the Association for Financial Counseling & Planning Education and the National Foundation for Credit Counseling are among the organizations offering free consultations to help people na

Liz Weston: Find free, solid money advice in uncertain times

If you have money questions — and who among us doesn’t right now? — there are plenty of people willing to offer advice: friends, relatives and random strang

Syria records 20 new coronavirus cases in largest single-day increase

RAMALLAH: The Palestinian government is ending its two-month coronavirus lockdown in the occupied West Bank, prime minister Mohammed Shtayyeh announced Monday after a steady decline in new cases. Shops and businesses will operate as normal from Tuesday, while government employees will return to work after the Eid holiday on Wednesday, Shtayyeh told a press conference. Mosques,

COVID-19: Palestine ends two months lockdown

The Palestinian government is ending its two-month coronavirus lockdown in the occupied West Bank, prime minister Mohammed Shtayyeh announced Monday after a steady decline in new cases. ...

Coronavirus News: Virtual Fleet Week New York marks Memorial Day

Fleet Week New York is marking Memorial Day Monday during its first ever fully virtual event during the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus News: Virtual Fleet Week New York marks Memorial Day

Fleet Week New York marked Memorial Day Monday during its first ever fully virtual event during the coronavirus pandemic.

Silver linings have appeared from life under coronavirus

Common sense lessons have emerged out of this pain. If they stay with us, we will be doubly lucky.

Silver linings have appeared from life under coronavirus

Common sense lessons have emerged out of this pain. If they stay with us, we will be doubly lucky.

Cummings should apologise, says Sturgeon

Nicola Sturgeon has said Dominic Cummings should apologise and correct the impression other parents should have travelled while infected.

Cummings should apologise, says Sturgeon

Nicola Sturgeon has said Dominic Cummings should apologise and correct the impression other parents should have travelled while infected.

Crashed PIA plane's pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude: Report

The pilot of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA)'s crashed plane ignored three warnings from the air traffic controllers about the aircraft's altitude and speed before the landing, saying he

Pakistan plane crash: Crashed PIA plane’s pilot ignored 3 warnings to lower altitude, says report

The probe team, headed by Air Commodore Muhammad Usman Ghani, President of the Aircraft Accident and Investigation Board, is expected to submit a full report in about three months.

Coronavirus | Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight after another COVID-19 case

Offices at fourth floor of Rail Bhavan will remain close till Friday for thorough disinfection, an order said.

Rail Bhavan to shut down for 2nd time in fortnight as staffer tests positive

A fourth grade multi-tasking staffer, who last attended the office on May 19, tested Covid-19 positive. Nine of his contacts at the Rail Bhavan had been home quarantined.Offices at fourth floor of Rail Bhavan will remain close till Friday for thorough disinfection

Art galleries a picture of caution as lockdown restrictions ease

Victorian galleries aren't rushing to open their doors despite being given the official go-ahead for June 1.

Art galleries a picture of caution as lockdown restrictions ease

Victorian galleries aren't rushing to open their doors despite being given the official go-ahead for June 1.

First there was JobSeeker, then JobKeeper - now it's JobMaker

Scott Morrison has signalled more federal control over skills training, accusing the states of running a system that is complex, clunky and unresponsive.

PM steps in on vocational education, pushing more federal control

Scott Morrison has signalled more federal control over skills training, accusing the states of running a system that is complex, clunky and unresponsive.

Ford slams actions of 'reckless' people who packed into Trinity Bellwoods Park

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is asking everyone who ignored physical distancing rules at a Toronto park this weekend to get tested for COVID-19 while slamming their “reckless” behaviour.

Ford urges people who packed into Trinity Bellwoods Park to get tested for COVID-19

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is asking everyone who ignored physical distancing rules at a Toronto park this weekend to get tested for COVID-19 while slamming their “reckless” behaviour.

Bharti Airtel promoter to raise USD 1 billion through equity

Bharti Airtel Promoter Said To Plan $1 Billion Fundraising To Become Debt Free

Bharti Telecom plans to sell 2.75% equity stake, equivalent to 150 million shares, at a floor price of Rs 558 apiece.

Trump threatens to pull RNC from Charlotte if space can’t be ‘fully occupied’

President Donald Trump threatened to pull the Republican National Convention out of Charlotte if North Carolina can’t commit to full attendance at the convention, the president said in a tweet Monday morning.

Trump ‘would like’ RNC to stay in Charlotte despite threatening to pull if space can’t be ‘fully occupied’

President Donald Trump threatened to pull the Republican National Convention out of Charlotte if North Carolina can’t commit to full attendance at the convention, the president said in a tweet Monday morning.

3D printers are on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic

Inside the DIY movement to 3D print personal protective equipment during COVID-19.

3D printers are on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic

Inside the DIY movement to 3D print personal protective equipment during COVID-19.

Myanmar files first Rohingya case report to top UN court

Myanmar has submitted its first report to the International Court of Justice on steps it has taken to prevent the genocide of Rohingya Muslims

Myanmar files 1st Rohingya case report to top U.N. court

The contents of Myanmar's report will remain confidential until its judges decide to make it public

India snake-bite assassin killed wife at second attempt

NEW DELHI, May 25 — After first failing with a viper, an Indian man has been arrested for allegedly murdering his wife by letting loose a cobra in her room, police said today. Police in the southern state of Kerala said phone records showed the man—named as Sooraj—had been in contact with...

Husband killed wife using venomous snake in second attempt in Kerala, India

Wife's parents became suspicious when Kerala man tried to secure wife's property

Merkel in tug-of-war with states over virus safety rules

A power struggle between Chancellor Angela Merkel and two German states over coronavirus rules erupted Monday as Berlin sought to extend social distancing restrictions by another month against a regional revolt.

Merkel in tug-of-war with states over virus safety rules

BERLIN, May 25 — A power struggle between Chancellor Angela Merkel and two German states over coronavirus rules erupted today as Berlin sought to extend social distancing restrictions by another month against a regional revolt. A draft policy document from Merkel’s office seen by AFP showed...

Madagascar sends troops, doctors to virus-hit eastern town

Madagascar's government has announced it will dispatch troops and doctors to an eastern town after several bodies were found in the streets and where two people died from the novel coronavirus.

Madagascar sends troops, doctors to virus-hit eastern town

ANTANANARIVO (Madagascar), May 25 — Madagascar’s government has announced it will dispatch troops and doctors to an eastern town after several bodies were found in the streets and where two people died from the novel coronavirus. Madagascar’s cabinet held a special meeting yesterday to...

FG evacuates 69 Nigerians stranded in Lebanon – Onyeama

The Federal Government has repatriated 69 Nigerians from Lebanon, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Geoffrey Onyeama, said on Monday.

Breaking: FG evacuates 69 Nigerians stranded in Lebanon

The Federal Government has repatriated 69 Nigerians from Lebanon, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Geoffrey Onyeama, said on Monday.

Sri Lankan hat-trick hero held on heroin charge

Sri Lankan police have detained international cricketer Shehan Madushanka on a charge of possessing heroin.

Sri Lanka cricketer Shehan Madushanka held on drug charge

Madushanka was remanded in custody for two weeks by a magistrate

Official: U.S. might sanction China over Hong Kong security law

The U.S. is likely to impose sanctions against China if it enacts a new national security law that would erode Hong Kong's autonomy, White House National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien said Sunday.The legislation, announced last week during China's National People's Congress, will allow

Official: U.S. might sanction China over Hong Kong security law

The U.S. is likely to impose sanctions against China if it enacts a new national security law that would erode Hong Kong's autonomy, White House National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien said Sunday. The legislation, announced last week during China's National People's Congress, will allow Beijing to take over in Hong Kong, O'Brien said. That would make it unlikely that Secretary of State Mike Pompeo could certify that the city, a former British colony, had a "high degree" of autonomy, which would result in sanctions against China under the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act of 2019, O'Brien said. The comments came as thousands of people gathered in Hong Kong streets to protest the proposed security law, and Hong Kong police fired tear gas to disperse the crowds. Read more at CNBC. Harold Maass