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India’s virus crisis escalates

India’s virus crisis escalates The healthcare system in India is struggling to cope with a huge surge in coronavirus cases, with severe oxygen and medicine shortages, and patients’ families pleading for help on social media.

'Nomadland' wins big at the Oscars

Chloe Zhao's “Nomadland” won best picture at the Academy Awards and she became the first woman of color to win best director as a historically diverse group of winners took home awards. (April 25)

Worst drought in decades hits Taiwan

Chia-yi County (Taiwan) (AFP) – Taiwan is facing its worst drought in more than half a century. Rainfall has been less than 40 per cent of the usual rate during the first three months of 2021.

Diversity Center Stage at 2021 Oscars

With diversity at center stage, minority Oscar nominees took home many coveted golden statuettes, but the three major awards for best actor, best actress and best cinematography went to white nominees.

In pandemic, worry about finding summer workers

Hotels, restaurants and other businesses in tourist destinations warn that hiring challenges during the coronavirus pandemic could force them to pare back operating hours or curtail services just as they're eyeing a bounce-back summer. (April 26)

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