The Trump administration axed a key China-based CDC health staffer last summer, several months before the coronavirus outbreak began there. China's COVID-19 outbreak is thought to have begun as early … [Read more...] about Trump Administration Axed China-Based CDC Public Health Expert Who Had Been in Ideal Position to Alert U.S. About the COVID-19 Outbreak
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Asia Sees Second Wave of Coronavirus Cases, Clouding Containment Hopes
Asia is seeing a second wave of coronavirus infections after weeks of declines in new cases, troubling governments hoping to contain the virus. The Daily Beast reports: "The Financial Times reports … [Read more...] about Asia Sees Second Wave of Coronavirus Cases, Clouding Containment Hopes
This Scientist Was Driven Back to China by the Trump Administration Where He Invented a Quick Coronavirus Test
ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox.On the fourth floor of the University of Florida … [Read more...] about This Scientist Was Driven Back to China by the Trump Administration Where He Invented a Quick Coronavirus Test
Trump Infuriates Beijing by Referring to COVID-19 as ‘Chinese Virus’
Donald Trump infuriating Beijing on Monday night by referring to COVID-19 as "the Chinese virus." Tweeted Trump: "The United States will be powerfully supporting those industries, like Airlines and … [Read more...] about Trump Infuriates Beijing by Referring to COVID-19 as ‘Chinese Virus’
Chinese Firm to Sell Grindr for $609 Million in Response to U.S. Security Concerns
Chinese gaming company Kunlun Tech has agreed to sell gay hookup app Grindr for $608.5 million, after a U.S. government panel ordered the sale in response to apparent national security and privacy … [Read more...] about Chinese Firm to Sell Grindr for $609 Million in Response to U.S. Security Concerns
White House Considers China Flight Ban as Coronavirus Outbreak Worsens; 132 Dead; Americans Evacuated from Wuhan
The White House is considering suspending flights to and from China as the coronavirus outbreak worsens. The death toll stands at 132, up from 106 on Tuesday. USA Today reports: "The administration … [Read more...] about White House Considers China Flight Ban as Coronavirus Outbreak Worsens; 132 Dead; Americans Evacuated from Wuhan
China Takes Extreme Measures as Deadly Coronavirus Spreads: VIDEO
China has locked down three cities with a combined population of 20 million in an unprecedented effort to contain the deadly coronavirus. As of Thursday, the virus had killed 17 people and infected … [Read more...] about China Takes Extreme Measures as Deadly Coronavirus Spreads: VIDEO
Same-Sex Kiss Cut from ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ in Singapore and UAE
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker's same-sex kiss, the first in the franchise and but a fleeting moment between two inconsequential characters near the end of the film, has been cut for broadcast in … [Read more...] about Same-Sex Kiss Cut from ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ in Singapore and UAE
Shocking Video Shows Pro-Beijing Lawmaker in Hong Kong Stabbed by Man Disguised as Supporter
A pro-Beijing lawmaker in Hong Kong was stabbed by a man offering him flowers in the guise of a supporter. A shocking viral video shows Junius Ho, the lawmaker, distracted by the flowers before the … [Read more...] about Shocking Video Shows Pro-Beijing Lawmaker in Hong Kong Stabbed by Man Disguised as Supporter
Massive Zaha Hadid ‘Starfish’ Airport Opens in Beijing: VIDEO
This week the new Daxing international airport, designed by the late architect Zaha Hadid opened in Beijing after just five years of construction. A new video from Dezeen shows off the interior and … [Read more...] about Massive Zaha Hadid ‘Starfish’ Airport Opens in Beijing: VIDEO
