May 01 Sale of internet's dot-org suffix nixed after protests By Tali Arbel, Associated Press After widespread opposition, the organization overseeing internet domain names has voted against the $1.1 billion sale of the dot-org online registry to an investment firm. Continue reading
May 01 Watch 5:29 What ongoing tensions over the pandemic mean for the U.S. and China Tensions continue to rise between the Trump administration and China over the handling of the novel coronavirus pandemic. The U.S. has blamed China for not containing the virus quickly; China has fired back against the criticism, saying the U.S. didn’t… Continue watching
May 01 Watch 4:09 News Wrap: White House blocks Fauci from congressional testimony In our news wrap Friday, the White House confirmed it has blocked Dr. Anthony Fauci from testifying at a congressional hearing next week on the COVID-19 response, saying he is busy dealing with the pandemic. Also, Canada is banning the… Continue watching
May 01 Kim Jong Un made public appearance amid health rumors, North Korean state media says By Associated Press North Korean state media says leader Kim Jong Un has made his first public appearance in 20 days amid rumors about his health. Continue reading
May 01 Around the world, virus worries haunt workers demanding rights on May Day By Elena Becatoros, Angela Charlton, Elaine Kurtenbach, Associated Press Millions of workers worldwide are marking international labor day trapped between hunger and fear because of the virus pandemic, either with no job at all or a job without enough health protections. Continue reading
May 01 Forbidden City, parks in Chinese capital reopen to public By Associated Press Beijing's parks and museums including the ancient Forbidden City have reopened to the public after being closed for months by the coronavirus pandemic. The Forbidden City, past home to China's emperors, is allowing just 5,000 visitors daily, down from 80,000. Continue reading
May 01 Trump administration suspends 'Remain in Mexico' asylum hearings By Elliot Spagat, Associated Press The Trump administration has suspended immigration court hearings for asylum-seekers waiting in Mexico through June 1, bowing to coronavirus concerns. Continue reading
May 01 Canada bans assault-style weapons after shooting rampage By Rob Gillies, Associated Press "Canadians need more than thoughts and prayers," Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said. Continue reading
May 01 WATCH: WHO reiterates virus believed to be 'natural in origin' By Associated Press The World Health Organization will update the press about COVID-19 response efforts Friday. Continue reading
Apr 30 Russian prime minister says he tested positive for coronavirus By Associated Press Mikhail Mishustin says he told President Vladimir Putin he will self-isolate. Continue reading