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The losses on the Dow and S&P 500 in the US wiped out their gains for the year. Firms such as Nike, Apple and Walt Disney, which do major business in China and rely on it to make goods, were some of the hardest hit, with shares down more than 4%. … [Read more...] about Global stock markets plunge on coronavirus fears

"Health is always on our minds these days, and our messages of facing your inner self and loving yourself are ultimately only possible when you're healthy," said singer Jimin, "Especially since it is very risky outside these days. I hope you take care of yourself". … [Read more...] about BTS ask fans to avoid their shows over coronavirus fears

Bangkok (NNT/VNA) - Sakda Wichiansilp, director general of the Department of Ground Water Resources, has visited areas affected by drought in Sakon Nakhon province and followed up on the project to develop ground water for large-sized farms in the dry season. Mr. Sakda held a meeting with relevant officials on the project, which is financed by the Fund for Ground Water Development. The director general of the Department of Ground Water Resources said officials have inspected conditions of ground water wells, water pumps and systems, which make tap water from ground water and improve the quality of water. He also offered advice to local villagers on the repair and maintenance of ground water wells and the truck-mounted distribution of ground water for drinking in drought-hit areas. Members of the public can call 02 666 7099 for help. In Surin province, Chirayu Nantharathorn, inspector attached to the Prime Minister’s Office, visited drought-hit areas and followed up on the … [Read more...] about Thailand: Officials follow up on anti-drought project

The municipal Department of Health arranged accommodation for the Koreans at a hotel in Son Tra District at the city's expense. Doctor Le Thanh Phuc, director of the Da Nang hospital, said, "the Korean tourist group changed their mind later and said they did not want to go to the hotel, after learning that there was a Vietnamese person with fever on the same flight. They were worried about not receiving medical care and about food and drink expenses at the hotel." … [Read more...] about S Korean visitors expose holes in coronavirus response