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Indonesia to suspend all foreign arrivals; barring a few exceptions,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,Indonesia's Foreign Minister said on Tuesday the government has decided to ban all arrivals and transits by foreigners in Indonesia to prevent a further spread of the coronavirus.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/coronavirus-covid-19-indonesia-foreign-arrivals-travel-12592832,World
Air Canada to temporarily lay off half its workforce,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,Air Canada announced Monday it would temporarily lay off nearly half of its employees and reduce activity by up to 90 per cent in the second quarter due to the coronavirus.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/air-canada-to-temporarily-lay-off-half-its-workforce-12592572,Business
Cabby dies after taxi catches fire along Seletar West Link,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,SINGAPORE: A 58-year-old ComfortDelGro taxi driver has died after his vehicle caught fire early Tuesday morning (Mar 31).,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/cabby-dies-taxi-fire-seletar-west-link-12592734,Singapore
G20 finance ministers to hold virtual talks on coronavirus crisis,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,Finance ministers and central bankers of the Group of 20 major economies will hold a second round of virtual talks Tuesday to push ahead the coronavirus response; the Saudi hosts said.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/coronavirus-covid-19-g20-finance-ministers-12592212,Business
Myanmar reports first COVID-19 death; man had 4-day layover in Singapore,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,SINGAPORE: A Myanmar national who had a four-day layover in Singapore on his way home from Australia has died from COVID-19; Myanmar Ministry of Health and Sports spokesperson Dr Khin Khin Gyi said on Tuesday (Mar 31). The 69-year-old man; who died at about 7…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/myanmar-coronavirus-covid-19-first-death-singapore-transit-12592394,World
COVID-19 epidemic 'far from over' in Asia: WHO official,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,The coronavirus epidemic is "far from over" in the Asia-Pacific region; and the current measures to curb the spread of the virus are merely buying time for countries to prepare for large-scale community transmissions; a WHO official said on Tuesday.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/coronavirus-covid-19-who-asia-world-health-organization-12592562,World
Demand explodes for New York food banks,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,New York food banks have become inundated with newcomers deprived of income since the near-total halt of business in the United States' economic capital.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/demand-explodes-for-new-york-food-banks-12592226,World
Teenager stole from at least 10 taxi drivers while they were distracted; gets probation,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,SINGAPORE: A teenager who distracted multiple taxi drivers before stealing their cash or wallets; at times looping in accomplices for his scheme; was sentenced to 21 months' probation on Monday (Mar 30). Saif Ali Khan Sadik Hussain; 18; also has to perform 11…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/teenager-stole-from-at-least-10-taxi-drivers-while-they-were-12592412,Singapore
South Korea to open schools online; reschedule college exam,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,South Korea said on Tuesday it will open school classes online next week and reschedule its annual college entrance exams slated for November as concerns persist over the coronavirus and small outbreaks continue to emerge.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/coronavirus-covid-19-south-korea-cases-schools-exams-12592094,World
Airlines must suggest possible US compensation for grants: Treasury,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,Airlines must suggest possible compensation in return for government cash assistance and agree to conditions that include not cutting pay or laying off employees through Sept. 30; the U.S. Treasury Department said in guidelines issued on Monday as it prepares…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/airlines-must-suggest-possible-us-compensation-for-grants--treasury-12592436,Business
Govt to introduce new legislation over meetings; as firms uncertain about how to comply with COVID-19 rules,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,SINGAPORE: The Government will introduce new legislation to provide clarity over how meetings are conducted; the Ministry of Law and Ministry of Finance said in a media release on Tuesday (Mar 31).,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/coronavirus-covid-19-shareholder-meetings-gatherings-rules-12592366,Business
Instacart; Amazon workers strike as labour unrest grows during coronavirus crisis,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,Warehouse; delivery and retail gig workers in the United States went on strike on Monday to call attention to safety and wage concerns for people laboring through the coronavirus crisis.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/instacart--amazon-workers-strike-as-labour-unrest-grows-during-coronavirus-crisis-12591342,Business
Restrictions are slowing coronavirus infections in the US; new data suggests,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,NEW YORK: Harsh measures; including stay-at-home orders and restaurant closures; are contributing to rapid drops in the numbers of fevers - a signal symptom of most coronavirus infections - recorded in states across the country; according to intriguing new da…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/covid-19-restrictions-slowing-coronavirus-infections-in-the-us-12592326,World
Asia shares edge up; China factories show flicker of life,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,SYDNEY: Asian shares managed a tentative rally on Tuesday as factory data from China held out the hope of a rebound in activity even as other countries across the globe all but shut down. China's official manufacturing purchasing managers' index (PMI) bounced…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/asia-shares-edge-up-china-factories-show-flicker-of-life-12591998,Business
US coronavirus death toll rises past 3;000 on deadliest day,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,NEW YORK: The US death toll from the coronavirus pandemic climbed past 3;000 on Monday (Mar 30); the deadliest day yet in the country's mounting crisis; while New York cheered the arrival of a gleaming 1;000-bed US Navy hospital ship as a sign of hope in the …,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/us-coronavirus-covid-19-death-toll-deadliest-day-12592328,World
Florida megachurch pastor charged with defying COVID-19 stay-at-home orders,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,The pastor of a megachurch in Tampa; Florida; was arrested on Monday on charges of holding prayer services in violation of public health orders temporarily banning such gatherings to limit the spread of coronavirus infections; authorities said.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/coronavirus-covid-19-united-states-florida-pastor-charged-12592100,World
American Airlines seeking up to US$12 billion from aid package,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,American Airlines intends to apply for up to US$12 billion government aid; ensuring no involuntary layoffs or pay cuts in the next six months; executives said in a memo to employees on Monday.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/american-airlines-seeking-up-to-us-12-billion-from-aid-package-12591830,Business
US Air Force finds additional deficiency in Boeing's aerial fuel system,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,The U.S. Air Force announced on Monday an additional deficiency in the KC-46 Pegasus aerial fuel system built by Boeing ; classifying it at the Category I level; meaning it is a major technical issue that may endanger the aircrew and aircraft.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/us-air-force-finds-additional-deficiency-in-boeing-s-aerial-fuel-system-12592162,Business
China's March official factory activity unexpectedly expands after steep contraction,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,Factory activity in China unexpectedly expanded in March after contracting sharply to a record low; but the rapid global spread of the coronavirus is expected to keep businesses and the overall economy under heavy pressure as foreign demand slumps.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/china-s-march-official-factory-activity-unexpectedly-expands-after-steep-contraction-12592104,Business
ERP rates to be cut at 96% of gantries amid COVID-19 outbreak,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,SINGAPORE: Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) rates will be cut at 96 per cent of gantries in Singapore; the Land Transport Authority (LTA) announced on Tuesday (Mar 31); citing “exceptional circumstances” due to the COVID-19 outbreak.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/erp-rates-gantries-covid-19-coronavirus-lta-12592030,Singapore
Crude rises after US; Russia agree to oil market talks,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,Oil recovered some ground on Tuesday as U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to discuss stabilizing energy markets; but prices remain near 18-year lows as the coronavirus shutdown destroys demand.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/crude-rises-after-us--russia-agree-to-oil-market-talks-12592008,Business
China reports 48 new confirmed coronavirus cases; all imported,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,BEIJING: Mainland China reported on Tuesday (Mar 31) a rise in new confirmed coronavirus cases; reversing four days of declines; due to an uptick in infections involving travellers arriving from overseas. Mainland China had 48 new cases on Monday; the Nationa…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/covid-19-china-reports-48-new-confirmed-coronavirus-cases-12591994,World
Asia shares make cautious gains; investors eye China PMI,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,Asian share markets managed a tentative rally on Tuesday after European and U.S. equities stabilized; though buying for month and quarter-end book balancing likely flattered the gains.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/asia-shares-make-cautious-gains--investors-eye-china-pmi-12591998,Business
US man teaching dog how to drive arrested after high-speed chase,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,LOS ANGELES: A resident of the western US state of Washington was arrested following a high-speed chase that left officers dumbfounded after they found the man's pit bull behind the wheel.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/united-states-man-arrested-teaching-dog-how-to-drive-12591974,World
Samsung says chip factory worker tests positive for virus; output not affected,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,Samsung Electronics Co Ltd said on Tuesday that one of its chip factory workers in South Korea had tested positive for coronavirus; but its output has not been affected.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/samsung-says-chip-factory-worker-tests-positive-for-virus--output-not-affected-12591988,Business
US senators urge delay to USMCA trade deal start date,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,A bipartisan group of 19 U.S. senators urged the Trump administration to push back the planned June 1 start date for the new U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade pact; saying the short lead time would add to pressures on U.S. companies due to the spread of the coronaviru…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/us-senators-urge-delay-to-usmca-trade-deal-start-date-12591978,Business
US senators urge coronavirus delay to June 1 USMCA trade deal start date,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,A bipartisan group of 19 U.S. senators urged the Trump administration to push back the planned June 1 start date for the new U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade pact; saying the short lead time would add to pressures on U.S. companies due to the spread of the coronaviru…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/us-senators-urge-coronavirus-delay-to-june-1-usmca-trade-deal-start-date-12591978,Business
Brazil's Bolsonaro urges no more coronavirus quarantine; says jobs being lost,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro said on Monday that there can be no more quarantine measures imposed on the country than those already in place to combat coronavirus because jobs are being destroyed and the poor are suffering disproportionately.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/coronavirus-covid-19-brazil-jair-bolsonaro-12591954,World
New Zealand extends state of emergency to stop spread of COVID-19,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,WELLINGTON: New Zealand is extending the state of national emergency for a further seven days to help stop the spread of COVID-19; the Minister of Civil Defence Peeni Henare said in a statement on Tuesday (Mar 31).,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/covid-19-new-zealand-extends-state-of-emergency-12591942,World
Trump says US to send medical supplies to Italy; France; Spain,Channelnewsasia.com,31/3/2020,President Donald Trump said Monday that the United States will send medical equipment for combating the coronavirus pandemic to Italy and later France and Spain.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/coronavirus-covid-19-donald-trump-medical-supplies-12591926,World
Activist investor Starboard says it has 9.3per cent stake in software firm Commvault,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Activist investor Starboard Value LP has built a stake in U.S. data protection and data management software company Commvault; saying in a regulatory filing that it felt the shares were undervalued when it purchased them.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/activist-investor-starboard-says-it-has-9-3per-cent-stake-in-software-firm-commvault-12591950,Business
Activist investor Starboard says it has 9.3% stake in software firm Commvault,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Activist investor Starboard Value has built a stake in U.S. data protection and data management software company Commvault; saying in a regulatory filing that it felt the shares were undervalued when it purchased them.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/activist-investor-starboard-says-it-has-9-3-stake-in-software-12591950,Business
American Airlines seeking up to US$12 billion from aid package: memo,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,American Airlines Holdings Inc  intends to apply for up to US$12 billion government aid; ensuring no involuntary layoffs or pay cuts in the next six months; executives said in a memo to employees on Monday.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/american-airlines-seeking-up-to-us-12-billion-from-aid-package--memo-12591830,Business
Trump says COVID-19 guidelines may get tougher; 1 million Americans tested,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,US President Donald Trump said on Monday (Mar 30) that federal social distancing guidelines might be toughened and travel restrictions with China and Europe would stay in place as he urged Americans to help fight the coronavirus with tough measures through Ap…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/coronavirus-covid-19-united-states-donald-trump-12591784,World
Australia enacts sweeping lockdown powers to combat COVID-19 spread,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,SYDNEY: People in Australia's most populous state of New South Wales; the epicentre of the coronavirus outbreak in Australia; could be heavily fined or jailed for leaving their home without a good reason from Tuesday (Mar 31) under sweeping new powers designe…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/coronavirus-covid-19-australia-lockdown-fine-jail-12591918,World
US judge stops Texas from curbing abortions during coronavirus crisis,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,A U.S. judge on Monday blocked Texas officials from banning most abortions in the state as part of their order to postpone surgeries and procedures deemed not medically necessary during the coronavirus crisis.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/coronavirus-covid-19-united-states-texas-abortion-12591718,World
Airlines line up furloughs; Air New Zealand sees smaller carrier in a year,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Major global airlines projected layoffs; furloughs and capacity cuts over the next few months; with Air New Zealand warning that it expected staffing levels to be 30per cent smaller than it is now; due to the coronavirus pandemic.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/airlines-line-up-furloughs--air-new-zealand-sees-smaller-carrier-in-a-year-12591922,Business
In first; UN Security Council approves resolutions remotely,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,The UN Security Council on Monday for the first time approved resolutions remotely after painstaking negotiations among diplomats who are teleworking due to the coronavirus pandemic.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/coronavirus-covid-19-un-united-nations-remote-working-12591898,World
Coronavirus could force GM to delay its redesigned 2021 SUVs,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,DETROIT: General Motors Co told suppliers on Monday (Mar 30) that it is postponing work on at least half a dozen future models to conserve cash during the coronavirus pandemic and could delay the planned launch in late April of its highly profitable large spo…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/coronavirus-force-gm-delay-redesigned-2021-suvs-12591748,Business
US grocers add plexiglass sneeze guards to protect cashiers from coronavirus,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,LOS ANGELES: Kroger Co; Walmart Inc; Albertsons and other grocery sellers are installing plexiglass partitions at checkout counters to protect cashiers from the highly contagious coronavirus. The shields are designed to block virus-containing droplets - relea…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/grocers-plexiglass-sneeze-guards-cashiers-coronavirus-covid-19-12591812,Business
Airbnb to allocate US$250m to hosts to help ease coronavirus cancelled bookings,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,REUTERS: Airbnb said on Monday (Mar 30) it was allocating US$250 million to help offset losses by hosts around the world whose guests have cancelled bookings in the face of the coronavirus pandemic; following its announcement earlier this month that guests co…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/airbnb-allocate-hosts-help-ease-coronavirus-cancelled-bookings-12591816,Business
Spirit cancels New York; Connecticut; New Jersey flights after CDC warning,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Low-cost U.S. carrier Spirit Airlines Inc said on Monday it will cancel all flights to and from New York; Connecticut and New Jersey after U.S. officials warned against travel to the area because of the COVID-19 pandemic.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/spirit-cancels-new-york--connecticut--new-jersey-flights-after-cdc-warning-12591848,Business
Japan destroyer; China fishing boat collide in sea off Shanghai,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,TOKYO: A Japanese naval destroyer and a Chinese fishing boat have collided in the sea off Shanghai but there were no injuries; Japanese media reported early on Tuesday (Mar 31). The destroyer Shimakaze; from Japan's Maritime Self-Defence Force; received damag…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/japan-china-boat-collide-sea-shanghai-military-12591426,World
France sees worst daily death toll as army ferries critical coronavirus patients,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,STRASBOURG: France recorded its worst daily coronavirus death toll on Monday (Mar 30); exceeding 3;000 for the first time; and army helicopters transported critical patients from the east to hospitals overseas as the country battled to free up space in life-s…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/coronavirus-covid-19-france-death-toll-cases-12590956,World
Italy to extend coronavirus lockdown until Easter as new cases fall,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,ROME: Italy's government on Monday (Mar 30) said it would extend its nationwide lockdown measures against a coronavirus outbreak; due to end on Friday; at least until the Easter season in April; as the number of new infections declines. "The evaluation was to…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/coronavirus-covid-19-italy-lockdown-easter-cases-12591216,World
American Airlines to apply for up to US$12 billion in government aid: memo,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,American Airlines Holdings Inc  intends to apply for up to US$12 billion government aid; ensuring no involuntary layoffs or pay cuts in the next six months; executives said in a memo to employees on Monday.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/american-airlines-to-apply-for-up-to-us-12-billion-in-government-aid--memo-12591830,Business
KFC owner Yum Brands breaks junk debt market's fast,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Yum Brands Inc ; owner of Pizza Hut; KFC and Taco Bell restaurant chains; sold US$600 million in bonds on Monday; reopening the U.S. market for junk-rated debt issues after its longest lull since the 2008 financial crisis.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/kfc-owner-yum-brands-breaks-junk-debt-market-s-fast-12591824,Business
Airbnb to pay out US$250 million to hosts to help ease coronavirus cancellation pain,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Airbnb said on Monday it was allocating US$250 million to help offset losses by hosts around the world whose guests have canceled bookings in the face of the coronavirus pandemic; following its announcement earlier this month that guests could get full refund…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/airbnb-to-pay-out-us-250-million-to-hosts-to-help-ease-coronavirus-cancellation-pain-12591816,Business
US grocers add plexiglass sneeze guards to protect cashiers from coronavirus,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Kroger Co; Walmart Inc; Albertsons and other grocery sellers are installing plexiglass partitions at checkout counters to protect cashiers from the highly contagious coronavirus.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/us-grocers-add-plexiglass-sneeze-guards-to-protect-cashiers-from-coronavirus-12591812,Business
Credit Suisse weighs curbing bonuses at time of coronavirus: CEO,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Credit Suisse  bank could restrain 2020 bonuses in a show of unity with victims of the coronavirus epidemic in Switzerland; Chief Executive Thomas Gottstein said on Monday.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/credit-suisse-weighs-curbing-bonuses-at-time-of-coronavirus--ceo-12591796,Business
Italy to extend coronavirus lockdown until Easter as new cases fall,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,ROME: Italy's government on Monday (Mar 30) said it would extend its nationwide lockdown measures against a coronavirus outbreak; due to end on Friday; at least until the Easter season in April; as the number of new infections declines. "The evaluation was to…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/italy-extend-coronavirus-lockdown-easter-new-cases-fall-12591216,World
Visa transaction volumes hurt as coronavirus crisis deepens,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Visa Inc  said on Monday its transaction volumes had been hit as the coronavirus pandemic wreaks havoc on consumer spending; leading it to forecast mid-single-digit percentage revenue growth for the second quarter.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/visa-transaction-volumes-hurt-as-coronavirus-crisis-deepens-12591756,Business
Macy's; Kohl's; Gap turn to mass furloughs as virus crisis deepens,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Macy's Inc  said on Monday it would furlough most of its employees starting this week as all stores of the department chain operator stay closed to curb the spread of the coronavirus.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/macy-s--kohl-s--gap-turn-to-mass-furloughs-as-virus-crisis-deepens-12590986,Business
Ford; GE to produce 50;000 ventilators in 100 days,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,DETROIT: Ford Motor Co said on Monday (Mar 30) it will produce 50;000 ventilators over the next 100 days at a plant in Michigan in cooperation with General Electric's healthcare unit; and can then build 30;000 per month as needed to treat patients afflicted w…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/ford-produce-50-000-ventilators-100-days-coronavirus-covid-19-12591702,Business
Coronavirus could force GM to delay its redesigned 2021 SUVs,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,General Motors Co  told suppliers on Monday that it is postponing work on at least half a dozen future models to conserve cash during the coronavirus pandemic and could delay the planned launch in late April of its highly profitable large sport utility vehicl…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/coronavirus-could-force-gm-to-delay-its-redesigned-2021-suvs-12591748,Business
Fiat Chrysler executives; salaried employees to take pay cuts during coronavirus pandemic,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV's   top executives and salaried workers around the globe will take pay cuts in an act of "shared sacrifice" brought on by the coronavirus pandemic that has shuttered the automaker's plants in Europe and North America; according to…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/fiat-chrysler-executives--salaried-employees-to-take-pay-cuts-during-coronavirus-pandemic-12591738,Business
Dow ends up 3.2% as US stocks finish solidly higher,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,NEW YORK: Wall Street stocks gained more than three per cent on Monday (Mar 30) as markets weighed a dire near-term economic outlook against unprecedented federal spending and central bank interventions.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/dow-ends-up-3-2-as-us-stocks-finish-solidly-higher-12591724,Business
Trump coronavirus guidance on keeping gun stores open draws criticism,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,WASHINGTON: Gun control activists on Monday (Mar 30) criticised guidance issued by President Donald Trump's administration recommending that states find that gun stores are critical businesses that can stay open during the coronavirus crisis.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/trump-coronavirus-guidance-gun-stores-open-criticism-12591678,World
Spanish tenor Domingo leaves hospital after COVID-19 treatment,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,MEXICO CITY: Spanish tenor Placido Domingo said on Monday (Mar 30) he is recovering from COVID-19 at home after being released from hospital in Mexico. The 79-year-old opera star said on Mar 22 he had tested positive for the coronavirus. He was later admitted…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/spanish-tenor-domingo-hospital-coronavirus-covid-19-treatment-12591698,World
Ford; GE to produce 50;000 ventilators in 100 days,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Ford Motor Co  said on Monday it will produce 50;000 ventilators over the next 100 days at a plant in Michigan in cooperation with General Electric's  healthcare unit; and can then build 30;000 per month as needed to treat patients afflicted with the coronavi…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/ford--ge-to-produce-50-000-ventilators-in-100-days-12591702,Business
Fiat Chrysler CEO to halve his salary for three months in virus response: letter,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Fiat Chrysler  top executives will temporarily cut their salaries to preserve the automaker's financial soundness during the coronavirus emergency; Chief Executive Mike Manley told employees on Monday.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/fiat-chrysler-ceo-to-halve-his-salary-for-three-months-in-virus-response--letter-12591694,Business
Wall Street rallies; led by healthcare jump,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,U.S. stocks rose on Monday as President Donald Trump followed last week's massive fiscal stimulus package by extending his stay-at-home guidelines; leaving investors hopeful the economic impact of the coronavirus could still be contained.    A record US$2.2 t…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/wall-street-rallies--led-by-healthcare-jump-12589990,Business
New York cheers arrival of hospital ship as coronavirus cases soar,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,NEW YORK: People cheered the US Navy hospital ship Comfort as it sailed into New York on Monday (Mar 30); a beacon of the national effort to stanch the coronavirus outbreak at its US epicentre as the number of cases soared. Painted a gleaming white and adorne…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/new-york-cheers-arrival-of-hospital-ship-as-coronavirus-cases-soar-12591576,World
Senior Italian cardinal; papal vicar for Rome; has coronavirus,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,ROME: Cardinal Angelo De Donatis; Pope Francis' vicar for the diocese of Rome; on Monday (Mar 30) became the highest-ranking Catholic official known to test positive for coronavirus.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/senior-italian-cardinal-papal-vicar-rome-coronavirus-12591602,World
Italy sees 812 more coronavirus deaths; but new cases fall steeply,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,ROME: The death toll from an outbreak of coronavirus in Italy has risen by 812 in the last 24 hours; the Civil Protection Agency said on Monday (Mar 30); reversing two days of declines. Italy; the world's hardest hit country which accounts for more than a thi…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/italy-812-coronavirus-deaths-new-cases-fall-steeply-12591216,World
BP will not cut jobs over next three months: CEO Looney,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Oil major BP PLC  will not cut jobs over the next three months; Chief Executive Officer Bernard Looney said; even as the company seeks to reduce spending following an oil price crash.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/bp-will-not-cut-jobs-over-next-three-months--ceo-looney-12591622,Business
Israel to use computer analysis to find likely coronavirus carriers,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,TEL AVIV: Israel's defence ministry plans to use software that analyses data gathered from mobile phones - produced; according to Israeli media; by the spyware firm NSO - to help locate likely carriers of the coronavirus in order to test them. Defence Ministe…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/israel-to-use-computer-analysis-to-find-likely-coronavirus-carriers-12591222,World
Coronavirus hits hundreds of US police amid protective gear shortages,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,NEW YORK: When nine police officers showed up to make an arrest near Melrose Avenue in the Bronx last Wednesday; none wore a mask or gloves to protect them from coronavirus.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/coronavirus-covid-19-hundreds-police-protective-gear-shortages-12591232,World
JPMorgan plans to raise up to US$10 billion for alternative investments: Bloomberg News,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,JPMorgan Chase & Co's  alternative investments unit is seeking to raise up to US$10 billion to boost its spending power in the face of the coronavirus pandemic; Bloomberg News reported on Monday.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/jpmorgan-plans-to-raise-up-to-us-10-billion-for-alternative-investments--bloomberg-news-12591494,Business
Kohl's extends store closure; draws down US$1 billion credit facility amid coronavirus outbreak,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Kohl's Corp  said on Monday it would extend the duration of store closure; and fully draw down on its US$1 billion revolving credit facility to control damages from the coronavirus pandemic.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/kohl-s-extends-store-closure--draws-down-us-1-billion-credit-facility-amid-coronavirus-outbreak-12591490,Business
France sees worst daily death toll as army ferries critical coronavirus patients,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,STRASBOURG: France recorded its worst daily coronavirus death toll on Monday (Mar 30); exceeding 3;000 for the first time; and army helicopters transported critical patients from the east to hospitals overseas as the country battled to free up space in life-s…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/france-sees-worst-daily-death-toll-army-coronavirus-patients-12590956,World
US markets watchdog Clayton says SEC should not ban short-selling of shares,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,The head of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission said on Monday that it should not ban short-selling of shares; amid speculation on further measures the agency might take to arrest a market rout that stems from fears the coronavirus will spark a global…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/us-markets-watchdog-clayton-says-sec-should-not-ban-short-selling-of-shares-12591480,Business
AmEx to freeze hiring; not cut jobs as coronavirus crisis deepens- Bloomberg News,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Credit card issuer American Express Co  will freeze hiring and avoid job cuts this year in response to the coronavirus pandemic; Bloomberg news reported on Monday; citing a video message to employees from Chief Executive Officer Steve Squeri.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/amex-to-freeze-hiring--not-cut-jobs-as-coronavirus-crisis-deepens--bloomberg-news-12591448,Business
Japan destroyer; China fishing boat collide in sea off Shanghai,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,TOKYO: A Japanese naval destroyer and a Chinese fishing boat have collided in the sea off Shanghai but there were no injuries; Japanese media reported early on Tuesday (Mar 31).,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/japan-destroyer-china-fishing-boat-collide-in-sea-off-shanghai-12591426,World
Bostic: Fed programs could be broadened if they have missed important parts of economy,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,As U.S. officials role out trillions of dollars in new economic support; a Federal Reserve policymaker on Monday said focus will now shift to whether those programs prove adequate or need to be expanded even further.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/bostic--fed-programs-could-be-broadened-if-they-have-missed-important-parts-of-economy-12591444,Business
Coronavirus drives US March auto sales off a cliff,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,U.S. new vehicle sales likely drove off a cliff in March as the coronavirus pandemic pounded consumer confidence and shuttered dealerships across much of the country; and sales are likely to take a further beating in April as social distancing guidelines rema…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/coronavirus-drives-us-march-auto-sales-off-a-cliff-12591402,Business
Williams-Sonoma; Pottery Barn unit made unsubstantiated 'made in America' claims: FTC,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Luxury kitchenware company Williams-Sonoma Inc  and its Pottery Barn unit have agreed to stop making unsubstantiated "made in America" claims and to pay US$1 million; the Federal Trade Commission said on Monday.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/williams-sonoma--pottery-barn-unit-made-unsubstantiated--made-in-america--claims--ftc-12591352,Business
Disney Chairman Bob Iger to forgo salary amid virus crisis,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Walt Disney Inc  Executive Chairman Bob Iger will forgo his salary and newly named Chief Executive Officer Bob Chapek will take a 50per cent pay cut amid the coronavirus crisis; CNBC reported on Monday; citing an internal email.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/disney-chairman-bob-iger-to-forgo-salary-amid-virus-crisis-12591246,Business
Instacart workers strike as labor unrest grows during coronavirus crisis,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,NEW YORK: Some of the roughly 200;000 workers at U.S. online grocery delivery company Instacart said they were striking on Monday as labor unrest grows globally over safety and wages for people working through the coronavirus crisis. Workers at an Amazon.com …,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/instacart-workers-strike-as-labor-unrest-grows-during-coronavirus-crisis-12591342,Business
WeWork sells social network Meetup to AlleyCorp; private investors,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,REUTERS: Social media platform Meetup said on Monday that shared-office operator WeWork had sold the company to a group of investors led by AlleyCorp; which funds companies in New York. Meetup; a social network with 49 million members that encourages people t…,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/wework-sells-social-network-meetup-to-alleycorp--private-investors-12591344,Business
Macy's to furlough nearly 130;000 employees as virus keeps stores shut,Channelnewsasia.com,30/3/2020,Macy's Inc  said on Monday it would furlough most of its employees starting this week as all stores of the department chain operator stay closed to curb the spread of the coronavirus.,https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/macy-s-to-furlough-nearly-130-000-employees-as-virus-keeps-stores-shut-12590986,Business