H&M says recovery uneven after March-May sales tumble 50%
H&M , the world’s second-biggest fashion retailer, on Monday reported a sharp but slightly smaller than expected drop in second-quarter sales as measures to slow...
Oil falls on growing fears of a second wave of coronavirus
Oil prices fell on Monday as new coronavirus infections hit China, Japan and the United States, adding to concerns that a resurgence of the virus...
Virus second-wave fears rattle markets, stocks fall
Fears that a second wave of COVID-19 infections is under way sent jitters across global markets on Monday with stocks and oil under pressure while...
South Korea may face a new coronavirus wave without tough social distancing measures: expert
South Korea will face another wave of coronavirus infections, with as many as 800 new cases a day by July, if the government does not...
Holidaymakers and cigarette runs: Europe starts reopening its borders
European nations eased border controls on Monday as the number of coronavirus cases declined after three months of lockdown, but Spain’s continued closure, a patchwork...
Russia summons Czech ambassador amid diplomatic tensions: Russian news agencies
Russia’s Foreign Ministry summoned the Czech ambassador on Monday amid diplomatic tensions between Moscow and Prague, Russian news agencies reported....
Tajikistan starts easing COVID-19 restrictions
Tajikistan announced on Monday the first easing of restrictions introduced due to the coronavirus pandemic, as it allowed malls, bazaars, restaurants, hotels and other service...
Filipino journalist Ressa found guilty of libel
The head of a Philippine news website known for its tough scrutiny of President Rodrigo Duterte faces up to six years in jail after being...
U.S. to unveil voluntary self-driving testing data-sharing effort
U.S. auto safety regulators will unveil on Monday a voluntary effort to collect and make available nationwide data on existing autonomous vehicle testing....
Dutch drink offenders to get teetotal tag to keep them dry
People in the Netherlands convicted of crimes related to alcohol abuse will have to wear a special ankle bracelet to monitor their drinking habits once...