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COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 14 May
Today's top stories: WHO warns COVID-19 pandemic may never go away; Countries must avoid 'magical thinking' when it comes to lockdowns; Study finds low-skilled males among hardest hit by ...
Is staying in the new going out? How the COVID-19 pandemic is fuelling the stay-at-home economy
COVID-19 is fuelling the growth of e-commerce and online education and entertainment – leading to new technology that will better meet consumers' needs.
WHO officials warn against 'magical thinking' regarding lockdowns - COVID-19 briefing
Lockdowns are not one-size-fits-all, nor a comprehensive solution for fighting coronavirus, the WHO cautioned.
COVID-19 in Asia: WHO media briefing on 14 May
The Forum on Thursday hosted it first virtual briefing on the impact of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic on Asia, in partnership with the World Health Organization.
The Obamas will make virtual commencement speeches as education goes digital
The COVID-19 pandemic has pushed learning online for many students across the globe – but for some, it's virtually impossible.
'A false dichotomy': Global officials on the next phase in the coronavirus crisis
Both the public and private sectors need to invest more in healthcare in a post-COVID world, the WHO's Michael J. Ryan said during the Forum's latest COVID Action Platform virtual meeting.
How farms are getting closer to consumers in the pandemic
As COVID-19 upturns supply chains, people are more conscious of where their food comes from. From farm-to-table delivery to appeals for helping picking fruit, here's how farms are adapting.
COVID-19 is threatening the lives of migrant children held in US custody
The pandemic poses immediate risks to the mental and physical health of migrant children held in US custody. Here are 6 ways the government should act.
How coronavirus has hit employment in G7 economies
Since the pandemic hit, claims for unemployment benefits have soared in some countries – notably the US – and by far less in others, for example, Japan.
Bill and Melinda Gates have a special message for this year's graduates
Bill and Melinda Gates share their thoughts for this year's graduating class, who mark an end to their studies in unusual circumstances, due to COVID-19.
India’s CO2 emissions fall for first time in four decades amid coronavirus
India's CO2 emissions have fallen for the first time in 40 years, as a result of an economic slowdown, growth in green energy and the COVID-19 lockdown.
Why it's vital indigenous communities protect their elders from coronavirus
In the COVID-19 pandemic, indigenous communities in Latin America are cutting off their villages from the outside world, to protect their elders and cultural identity.