Thousands arrested for 'virus-related crimes' in China

Aug 28,2020
Nearly 5,800 people suspected of killing health workers, selling defective medical equipment and lying about their travel history have been arrested in China for epidemic-related crimes since January, the state prosecutor's office said.
Mask wearing becomes mandatory in Paris
Aug 28
The French prime minister is making face masks mandatory in Paris starting Friday as coronavirus cases surge across the country.
World's biggest rooftop greenhouse opens in Montreal
Aug 28
Building on a new hanging garden trend, a greenhouse atop a Montreal warehouse growing eggplants and tomatoes to meet demand for locally sourced foods has set a record as the largest in the world.
Spanish children over six to wear masks at school
Aug 28
Children above the age of six in Spain will be required to wear face masks at school at all times, the government said Thursday, as it seeks to restart lessons despite a surge in coronavirus infections.
Prime Minister Abe intends to step down
Aug 28
Sources close to the Japanese Prime Minister say he plans to step down to deal with a health problem.
North Korean leader visits typhoon-hit area
Aug 28
A North Korean newspaper says the country's leader, Kim Jong Un, has inspected an area hit by a typhoon.
Hurricane Laura kills 4 in Louisian
Aug 28
A hurricane ripped through the southern US state of Louisiana, leaving extensive damage and killing at least four people.