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Tokyo Olympics Seem Sure to Happen -- but in 2021, Not 2020
The Tokyo Olympics are probably going to happen, but almost surely in 2021 rather than in four months as planned.
UAE Halts Flights as Virus Reaches Gaza, Syria
The United Arab Emirates, home to the world's busiest international airport, announced early on Monday that it was suspending all passenger and transit flights for two weeks to stymie the spread of the new coronavirus.
Belgian with 20% Lung Capacity Starts Home Mask Sewing Army
With only 20% of normal lung capacity, Sien Lagae was extremely wary of viruses before anyone in Belgium heard of the coronavirus.
Spanish Opera Singer Plácido Domingo Has Coronavirus
Spanish opera singer Plácido Domingo said Sunday that he's infected with the coronavirus.
Virus Advances Around the World As Medical Supplies Dwindle
The U.S. and Europe reported soaring new cases, prompting a scramble in some regions to set up additional hospital beds and replenish much-needed medical supplies.
Israeli Leader Offers to Step Down Next Year in Unity Deal
Israel's prime minister Saturday said he is ready to step down next year as part of a proposed power-sharing agreement with his chief rival meant to steer the country through the coronavirus crisis.
Iran Leader Refuses U.S. Help, Citing Virus Conspiracy Theory
Iran's supreme leader Sunday refused U.S. assistance to fight the new coronavirus, citing an unfounded conspiracy theory that the virus could be man-made by America.
Virus Rebels from France to Florida Flout Lockdown Practices
Young German adults hold "corona parties" and cough toward older people. From France to Florida to Australia, kitesurfers, college students and others crowd beaches.
U.S. Raps France for Prisoner Swap with Iran
The Trump administration on Sunday harshly criticized France for releasing an Iranian man wanted for prosecution by the United States in an apparent prisoner swap with Iran.
China, on Virus PR Offensive, Sends Masks and Experts Abroad
China is supplying millions of masks and other desperately needed items to struggling governments, hoping to build political ties and defuse criticism that it allowed coronavirus to spread early on.
Lockdowns Multiply Globally As Virus Strains Health Systems
Major streets and highways were deserted in many parts of the world Saturday as curfews and lockdowns multiplied in the face of a rapidly advancing virus that is severely straining many health systems.
German Far-Right Party Presses Radical Faction to Dissolve
Leaders of the far-right Alternative for Germany party decided Friday to press a radical faction to dissolve itself after the country's domestic intelligence agency classified it as extremist.
Europeans Sing Health Workers' Praises Nightly from Windows
At a time of isolation, people in many European cities hit hard by the new coronavirus are taking at least a minute each night to come together in gratitude.
As Coronavirus Testing Gears Up, Specialized Swabs Running Out
The two top makers of the highly specialized swabs used to test patients for the novel coronavirus are straining to keep up with the demand.
Renowned Polish Actor Comes Out... at 100
Polish actor comes out... at 100.
U.S. Warns Against All Oversees Travel
The Trump administration has upgraded its already dire warning to Americans against all international travel as the coronavirus outbreak spreads.
Harry and Meghan Urge 'Empathy and Kindness' Against Virus
Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, are urging people to show "empathy and kindness" in the face of the pandemic.
Wuhan Offers Hope on Virus Front, Italy Nears Stark Toll
In a sign of hope, the Chinese city of Wuhan reported no new homegrown infections, but in a stark warning for the world, Italy appeared set to surpass China's death toll from the virus.
Virus Infections Hit 200,000; Borders Jammed in Europe
The number of people infected worldwide crested the 200,000 mark and deaths topped 8,000, with the number of people now recovered at more than 82,000, according to a tally kept by Johns Hopkins University.
Argentine Television Gets its First Transgender News Anchor
Diana Zurco recalled her youthful rebellion while sitting in a comfortable chair in the studio of Argentina's public television station ahead of her debut as the country's first transgender newscaster.