Numbers are stunning considering that the global figure is approaching 2.5 million, says chief medical advisor

PM Ardern says hope and optimism has driven city’s recovery after devastating quake

This is even as US could reach a significant degree of normality by year-end, says top infectious disease expert

Although situation still prevalent in 2021, it will be more manageable than in 2020, says health authority’s regional director for Europe

Govt vows to offer first jab to every adult by end of July

Protestors worried about crackdown, but will move forward because of intense anger, says student dissident

Some 60,000 doses are set to be given this week, starting with front-line workers

Millions still without safe water, as President Biden hopes to visit state this week

3-month arrangement will still limit access to nuke sites, says UN body

There were no injuries on the plane or on the ground, say authorities

However, not all of its 15 members see climate change as broad enough issue to address

Tech giant accuses junta’s information team of inciting violence, repeated violations of platform’s community standards

Fatalities spark fresh condemnation from United Nations