Coronavirus pandemic

Samba schools say event cannot take place while Brazil grapples with world’s second-deadliest COVID-19 outbreak.

AC Milan forward becomes highest-profile Serie A player to test positive since play resumed in June.

Fed officials say Congress needs to pass more stimulus deal to keep recovery on track.

Chancellor Rishi Sunkak announces new incomes support scheme to help businesses keep workers in jobs.

Iran’s health officials voice alarm over spike in infections, with the situation reportedly critical in large cities.

Volatility on Wall Street is rife as mixed economic news taps optimism and pessimism among investors.

Despite measures to prevent spread of COVID-19, there has been growing number of voices calling for fans to stay away.

From harmful health advice to rumours and conspiracy theories, disinformation is hampering the fight against COVID-19.

In January, volunteers will be deliberately infected with coronavirus to test effectiveness of vaccine candidates.

Government’s furlough protection scheme may be extended, but only to the worst-hit sectors of the British economy.

Human Rights Watch says police engaged in ‘abusive practices’ during pandemic that raise human rights concerns.

Launch is four months behind schedule and comes as cases soar to levels not seen since May.

A single-dose vaccine is being tested by US authorities; some question its efficacy as Trump pushes for fast delivery.

J&J shares trading higher after drug giant announced it has entered phase 3 trials for its potential COVID-19 vaccine.