4th of July under Shadow of Coronavirus, Trump, Protests
The United States marked an unusually somber 4th of July on Saturday, as a record surge in coronavirus cases, anti-racism protests, and an angry speech from President Donald Trump cast a shadow over what normally are festive celebrations.
Systemic Racism in US Exists Since 1800: Biden
Systemic racism has existed in the United States for more than 200 years and continues to have a destructive effect on the US society, US presidential candidate Joe Biden said in his Fourth of July message, published on Twitter.
Columbus Statue Removed by Baltimore Protesters
Protesters in Baltimore, US state of Maryland, pulled down a statue of Christopher Columbus and threw it into the city’s Inner Harbor on Saturday night.
Germany Economy Minister Expects Economic Recovery from October
Germany economic recovery may begin from October onwards from the coronavirus pandemic, Economy Minister Peter Altmaier said.
Lockdown Lifted in Britain But the Fear Resists
The lockdown officially lifted on Saturday (July 4) across England after nearly 15 weeks, although people had been casting a blind eye to the restrictions way before this.
Russia: China Would Be Needed in Expanded G7 Summit
Russia is not in talks with Washington about its potential role at an expanded Group of Seven summits later this year, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said on Saturday, insisting that China should also be included in the event.
France to Probe Ex-PM, Staff over Handling of Coronavirus
France’s prosecutors said that the former prime minister Edouard Philippe and its health officials will be probed into the government’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
Two US Aircraft Carriers Underway to South China Sea
The United States is reportedly sending two aircraft carriers and several warships to the South China Sea despite China's warning of US interference in China's military drills in the region.
Confederate Monument Removed amid Protests in Virginia
The Democratic mayor of Richmond, US state of Virginia, invoked his emergency powers on Wednesday to remove multiple Confederate monuments in the city, including a statue honoring Confederate Gen. Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson, from the city's historic Monument Avenue.
Saudi Warns Nigeria, Angola about OPEC Output Cut Agreement
Saudi Arabia warned OPEC members Nigeria and Angola that it would ignite an oil-price war with them unless they toe the line.