Animal Adoptions Soar in Australia During Virus Shutdown
Demand for rescue animals has soared in Australia as people stuck at home because of the coronavirus seek out cats and dogs to help them through the pandemic, officials said Wednesday.
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Chinese ‘Light Painter’ Takes Artistic Inspiration From Virus
A Chinese artist has paid tribute to doctors and nurses and their months-long battle to treat virus-stricken patients in his latest light painting creations.
Pandemic Pranks Off the Table on April Fools’ Day
It may be the global day for pranks but with the world under assault from the deadly coronavirus pandemic many governments on Wednesday were warning against virus-themed April Fools’ jokes — some even threatening jail.
China Lockdown May Have Blocked 700,000 Virus Cases: Researchers
China’s decision to lock down the city of Wuhan, ground zero for the global COVID-19 pandemic, may have prevented more than 700,000 new cases by delaying the spread of the virus, researchers said Tuesday.
Japan’s Fujifilm Starts Avigan Trial to Treat Coronavirus
Japan’s Fujifilm has begun clinical trials to test the effectiveness of its anti-flu drug Avigan in treating patients with the new coronavirus, after reports of promising results in China.
‘I Feel Nothing’: Virus-Stricken Wuhan Buries Its Dead
As China’s coronavirus epicenter Wuhan awakens from its long nightmare, formerly locked-down citizens are beginning to reemerge, but for many, their first outdoor act in more than two months is grim: burying loved ones.
Extreme Isolation: The World’s Last Virus-Free Corners Hold Tight
A coronavirus-free tropical island nestled in the northern Pacific may seem the perfect place to ride out a pandemic — but residents on Palau say life right now is far from idyllic.
Telecommute is a Hard Sell for Office-Bound Japan
The longstanding stereotype of Japan’s office-bound “salaryman” is being tested as companies cautiously embrace working from home in a bid to stem the spread of the coronavirus.
Hungry and in Chains, Thailand’s Tourist Elephants Face Crisis
Underfed and chained up for endless hours, many elephants working in Thailand’s tourism sector may starve, be sold to zoos or be shifted into the illegal logging trade, campaigners warn, as the coronavirus decimates visitor numbers.
Wuhan’s Virus Ground-Zero Market Hides in Plain Sight
In the Chinese city of Wuhan, the wet market that spawned the pandemic which has brought the world to its knees now slumbers quietly behind a tidy-looking blue-and-white partition.
This AR App Lets You DRNK Your Heart Out
The fusion of drinking liquors and augmented reality is not new. But for the first time, an app called DRNK AR is elevating this creative experience to improve sales of beer, wine, and spirit brands.
Why the Novel Coronavirus Became a Social Media Nightmare
The biggest reputational risk Facebook and other social media companies had expected in 2020 was fake news surrounding the US presidential election. Be it foreign or domestic in origin, the misinformation threat seemed familiar, perhaps even manageable.
The Origin of Pinky Swear is Darker Than You Think
Do you know what’s the most popular gesture that symbolizes an unbreakable vow? That’s right, a pinky swear! This global practice is something both kids and adults take seriously. It turns out, the history behind pinky promise is quite bloody.
Stranded by Virus Lockdown, India Migrant Workers Walk Home
With India locked down over the coronavirus and no way to earn money, Dilipji Thakor faces a grim choice: either walk home or die hungry.
Huge Surge of Hate Speech Toward Chinese on Twitter
The coronavirus outbreak has led to a 900 percent uptick in hate speech toward China and Chinese people on Twitter, according to a report by a tech startup.
How to Rock Classic Blue, Stylish Ways to Wear 2020’s Color of the Year
While falling into a quicksand of anxiety may be tempting in times of social distancing, there’s one thing you can still do to keep yourself busy – explore your style. Dressing up and showing off how chic you are with Pantone’s color of the year will keep you busy for days.
China Using UV Light to Speed Up Disinfection of Virus Germs
Ultraviolet light is being beamed through public buses and lifts in China to wipe out any possible germs as part of efforts to clear the country of the deadly coronavirus epidemic.
Chinese Version of Friends Releases Final Season
If you’re a Friends fan, you’ll surely be interested in taking a glimpse at the Chinese show “iPartment.” The show inspired by Friends which mirrors the characters, scripts, and even the famous sofa has just released its final season.
Animal Adoptions Soar in Australia During Virus Shutdown
Demand for rescue animals has soared in Australia as people stuck at home because of the coronavirus seek out cats and dogs to help them through the pandemic, officials said Wednesday.
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Top Tech Hubs Cities in Asia for The Booming Tech Sector Technological advancements are on the rise, and several startup scenes in Asia are continuing to emulate the success of Silicon Valley. According to Nikkei Asian Review, many cities in Asia are competing to become the new business powerhouses.
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