Coronavirus: US accuses China of hacking coronavirus research
The FBI said it had seen hacking attempts on groups researching vaccines, treatments and testing. BBC News – US & Canada
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Coronavirus: Tanzania hospitals overwhelmed – US
President John Magufuli says the crisis is being exaggerated and has stopped publishing case numbers. BBC News – Africa
Foreign holiday season likely to be cancelled, says minister
Health Secretary Matt Hancock says “big, lavish international holidays” are unlikely this summer. BBC News – Business
Saudi Arabia triples VAT to support coronavirus-hit economy
The oil-rich kingdom’s finances have been rocked after the pandemic forced down global energy prices. BBC News – Middle East
Argentina debt talks deadlocked as deadline looms
If Argentina does not reach a deal with private creditors there could be more debt chaos ahead. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Coronavirus: Russia now has second highest virus case total
The spike in cases comes as Dmitry Peskov, President Putin’s spokesman, confirms he tested positive. BBC News – Europe