Coronavirus deaths top 150,000 in worst-hit US The United States marked a grim milestone on Wednesday when its coronavirus deaths topped 150,000 – far exceeding the toll in any other pandemic-hit nation.

Turkey lifts veto on NATO defence plan for Poland, Baltics The NATO Western military alliance on Tuesday approved a new defence plan for Poland and the Baltic states after the allies reached a compromise with Turkey which had been vetoing it, officials said.

5 essential Vietnamese hip hop tracks to bump during social distancing

We all have plenty of time on our hands to explore new things, so why not dive into the rich world of Vietnamese hip hop?

Israel right-wing parties boycott parliament re-opening Israeli right-wing parties backing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu boycotted the re-opening of parliament Monday to protest what they called the "dictatorial" conduct of their centrist rivals.

Dwindling oil prices a double-edged sword for Việt Nam's economy

Oil logged its worst week since 2008 after the oil price war, initiated by Saudi Arabia early last week, delivered a double blow to nervous investors already rattled by declines in world stocks due to the spread of the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19.

US to spend $50 billion, buy oil amid virus economic pain With the economy reeling, US President Donald Trump on Friday declared a national emergency to stem the damage from the coronavirus, unlocking $50 billion in federal spending while also unveiling plans to stockpile oil and waive interest payments on student loans.

Barca beat Betis to keep pace with Real Madrid Lionel Messi gave a hat-trick of assists on Sunday as Barcelona ended their turbulent week with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Real Betis to stay in touch with Real Madrid at the top of La Liga.

'Nothing personal' - PSG coach Tuchel plays down spat with Mbappe

Paris Saint-Germain coach Thomas Tuchel on Monday attempted to play down a touchline spat with Kylian Mbappe which overshadowed the French champions' big weekend win over Montpellier.

Japan, US, S. Korea push for N. Korea denuclearisation The top diplomats of Japan, the United States and South Korea on Tuesday affirmed close coordination in pushing for North Korea's denuclearisation amid a standstill in negotiations between Washington and Pyongyang.

Farmers use environmentally friendly substrates to farm Pacific oysters

More farmers in the southern province of Bà Rịa – Vũng Tàu are using oyster shells as hard substrates to raise Pacific oysters to ensure quality and environmental quality.