UN Security Council panel split on N.Korea
"Such remarks from the US president are an undisguised encroachment on our state's right to self-defense and provocation to it". Its UN mission in NY tweeted that it condemns the launch and that sanctions need to be implemented.

EXPLAINER: Pandemic shapes ex-officer's trial in Floyd death
Outside the courthouse in downtown Minneapolis, Mr Floyd's family said the trial would have broader implications for America. The courthouse in central Minneapolis has been fortified with concrete barriers, fencing, and barbed and razor wire.

The CDC Director Just Got Choked Up Describing COVID's "Impending Doom"
However, Fauci warned, "if we open up completely now, that is premature given the level of infection". COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths have increased in the previous week, Walensky said.

'At least 89 dead' as Myanmar security forces open fire
It has again made Myanmar the focus of worldwide scrutiny as security forces have repeatedly fired into crowds of protesters. It urged Myanmar's Armed Forces to "cease violence and work to restore respect and credibility" with its people.

Snap lockdown ordered in Australia's Brisbane after virus outbreak
Australia has reported just over 29,000 cases and 909 deaths since the pandemic began - a number far lower than many nations. The man also visited at least 15 venues across Strathpine, Lawnton, Eatons Hill and East Brisbane while he was infectious.

Indonesia church attack kills 1, injures 14
It's the first day of Easter holy week, and police have not released the individual responsibly for the attack . Police did not say who might be responsible for the attack, and there was no immediate claim of responsibility.

Ontario adds over 2,100 new COVID-19 cases for second straight day
Provincial health officials say 2,453 new infections were confirmed Saturday - the third straight day new cases have topped 2,000. This change does not apply to social gatherings associated with these services, such as receptions.

Rescue efforts underway to resume Suez Canal traffic
Qatar, a major producer, shipped close to 260 LNG cargoes to Europe in 2020 via the canal, Rystad said. The official spoke on condition of anonymity as he was not authorized to talk to journalists.

Fox News sued for $1.6bn over voter fraud claims
Unlike Dominion's, Smartmatic's participation in the 2020 election was restricted to Los Angeles County. "The truth matters. According to Dominion, some of its employees have faced harassment and even death threats over claims pushed by Fox News.

Fatalities reported from northeast Alabama tornado
Throughout the region, there are reports of splintered trees, impassable roads and damaged houses. The National Weather Service issued multiple tornado warnings for Alabama and surrounding states.

Georgia state lawmakers approve new restrictions on voting
The length of the early-voting period would depend on the election - primary, presidential primary, general or municipal. The arrest affidavit for the felony obstruction charge said she "did knowingly and willfully hinder Officer E.

'Brits' forced my ancestor to flee Ireland: Joe Biden
Biden called Republican-backed measures to change voting regulations he said make voting more hard "sick" and "un-American". Joe Biden had been facing criticism for not holding a press conference after taking oath.

Ontario reports 2380 new COVID-19 cases and 17 additional deaths
Another 1,329 people have recovered from the novel coronavirus, resulting in 16,081 active cases of the virus across the province. Of the active cases, 314 individuals are now hospitalized with COVID-19, 83 of whom are in intensive care.

Joe Biden eager to fix 'broken' immigration system: White House
Since he announced the event earlier this month, commentators had speculated furiously about how the new president would perform. Biden also said he has known Chinese President Xi Jinping "a long time" and spent "hours" with Xi as vice president.

Second batch of Chinese vaccine arrives in Manila
On February this year, a Chinese military cargo plane delivered 600,000 doses of Sinovac vaccines in the Philippines. For the second quarter, 5.5 million vaccine doses are expected to arrive in the Philippines in April.