Blamed For Coronavirus Outbreak, Muslims In India Come Under Attack
In India, Muslims have been accused of deliberately spreading the virus. Many say they have faced increased discrimination, harassment and attacks.
Global Health
Adding A Nylon Stocking Layer Could Boost Protection From Cloth Masks, Study Finds
Scientists who tested a variety of cloth face masks found that a nylon overlay significantly boosted how well they work. Researchers not involved in the study praised the finding.
Spain Will Finally Let Children Go Outside This Sunday, After Nearly 6 Weeks
Anger spiked on Tuesday, after the government initially said children would only be allowed outdoors to accompany adults on trips to essential businesses, such as grocery stores.
'The Peak Of This Mountain Is Like A Mirage': Pandemic Leaves Asylum Seekers Stranded
The pandemic has "had a particularly heartbreaking impact on refugees — in the sense that it's cut off their ability to travel, and trapped them in precarious situations," says an immigration lawyer.
Scientists Debunk Lab Accident Theory Of Pandemic Emergence
Scientists dismiss the idea that the coronavirus pandemic was caused by the accident in a lab. They believe the close interactions of people with wildlife worldwide are a far more likely culprit.
In Japan, Mythical 'Amabie' Emerges From 19th Century Folklore To Fight COVID-19
The sea monster from folklore has emerged in art, food and fashion as a symbol of hope and pop culture mascot. Its first depiction was in 1846, telling people to draw it and "be free from disease."
Why Belgium's Death Rate Is So High: It Counts Lots Of Suspected COVID-19 Cases
The European country of under 12 million people surged to the top of the chart as authorities tally not only fatalities that are confirmed as virus-related but also many suspected of being linked.
How Do You Do Contact Tracing? Poor Countries Have Plenty Of Advice
As parts of the U.S. aim to move out of lockdown, a key tool to contain coronavirus cases will be contact tracing. It's something health workers in low-income countries have lots of experience with.
PHOTOS: Lockdown In The World's Most Unequal Country
Since South Africa went into lockdown in late March, the country's social divisions have been brought into sharper focus than ever.
In Greece, 148 Asylum Seekers Test Positive For COVID-19 At Shelter
At least 150 people in a shelter have tested positive for COVID-19, says the International Organization for Migration. Most are from Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.