Shrines in Iran reopened after two-month lockdown
Major Shia shrines reopened across Iran on Monday, more than two months after they were closed because of the deadliest novel coronavirus outbreak in West Asia.
Europe easing lockdown, as coronavirus mounts in South America, Africa
Major landmarks including Vatican’s Saint Peter's Basilica and the Acropolis in Athens reopened Monday as Europe accelerated its lockdown easing, but mounting coronavirus infections in Brazil, India, and South Africa showed the worst is still to come in many countries.
India: 23 Migrants Die in Truck Crash Going Home
A truck crammed with migrant laborers trying to reach their distant homes amid a nationwide lockdown happened to crash in northern India on Saturday, killing at least 23 and injuring 35.
Sports Events to Restart in Iran
New regulations related to sports events will be introduced from Thursday or Saturday, said Mehrzad Khalilian, head of Sports Medicine Federation of Iran.
Chinese Jilin City in Lockdown to Contain Coronavirus
The Chinese city of Jilin has imposed travel restrictions, closed-off residential areas, and banned gatherings after a number of coronavirus cases were confirmed.
Coronavirus Increasing Price of Illegal Drugs
The border controls due to coronavirus, lockdowns, and flight shortages are making illegal drugs more expensive and difficult to obtain around the world.
Germany to Resume Activity of All Shops, Schools in May
Germany will take new steps towards normalization in May, including reopening shops and schools after weeks of shutdown imposed to control the spread of the coronavirus.
Restart of Iran Leagues Still Unknown
In a meeting held on Monday about the resumption of Iran football leagues, the participants showed dissatisfaction with the restart of the competitions.
Rouhani: Mosques to Reopen in White Zones
Mosques in 132 Iranian cities in areas categorized as ‘white zones’ (coronavirus-free regions) will reopen as of Monday, President Hassan Rouhani said.
Europe to Ease Lockdown As Hopes Rise
Europe on Sunday prepared for a further cautious easing of coronavirus lockdown following signs the pandemic may be slowing.