The United States logged a second consecutive day of fewer than 900 coronavirus deaths, as the World Health Organization hailed global progress but warned of the need for "extreme vigilance" against a second wave.

Optimism was tempered by the increasingly dire economic situation, with Boeing's chief executive warning a major US airline would likely go under because of the pandemic, as jobs vanish and businesses go to the wall.

The virus has now killed more than 285,000 people, according to a tally compiled by AFP. The number of infections has surpassed 4.1 million.

Infection rates in many countries have started to slow, the WHO noted, with weeks of lockdown paying dividends. "The good news is that there has been a great deal of success in

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Donald Trump threatens to pull out of WHO over virus response, China

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ASTRO's Cha Eunwoo, NCT’s Jaehyun pen apologies for Itaewon outing a day after Big Hit apologises for Jungkook

Several South Korean pop singers, including BTS singer Jungkook, have come under fire after reports revealed the pop idols were spotted in Itaewon a few weeks ago. JK along with ASTRO singer Cha Eunwoo, NCT member Jaehyun and SEVENTEEN‘s Mingyu were spotted enjoying a night out in the neighborhood of Itaewon, which became the hotspot for the recent resurgence of the coronavirus in South Korea. While Big Hit Entertainment, SM Entertainment, Fantagio and Pledis Entertainment issued statements on behalf of Jungkook, Jaehyun, Cha Eunwoo and Mingyu.

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Piers Morgan compares Covid-19 to Spanish Flu as 'second wave to be devastating'

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GMB's Piers Morgan quizzes Mayor over care home deaths in 'painful' interview

Good Morning Britain 's Piers Morgan quizzed Andrew John Street, Mayor of the West Midlands, over care home deaths on the show today.

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Church pays tribute with 'Wall of Crosses' for Covid-19 dead

Behind Fr Peter Byrne the red brick walls of the Church of the Ascension of the Lord are decorated with over 2,000 palm white crosses.

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Watch Brandon Flowers pay tribute to Joy Division during online celebration of Ian Curtis’ life

The Killers frontman said Joy Division "had a profound impact" on him growing up

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Mint Covid Tracker: India crosses 100,000 mark - 67% cases reported in May alone

Madhya Pradesh became the sixth state with 5,000 confirmed coronavirus cases, while Delhi had the worst spike in deaths over the past week

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Teddi Mellencamp shows off her pink hair in black activewear as she steps out with daughter Slate

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5 Seconds of Summer, Sam Smith and More Set for NBC’s Red Nose Day Special, Mandy Moore to Host

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Reese Witherspoon reveals she is in 'complete shock' after friend's tragic death

Hollywood director Lynn Shelton died on Friday from a blood disorder, at just 54 years old.

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Lisa Kudrow reveals she banned hugging at her mother's funeral

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COVID-19 data sharing with law enforcement sparks concern

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New York’s coronavirus outbreak hit poorer, nonwhite neighbourhoods hardest, data shows

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Maharashtra has one-third of India's total coronavirus cases. State-wise tally

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2017 video shows Georgia officer tried to tase Ahmaud Arbery

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Broadchurch actor Will Mellor discusses ‘horrendous’ loss of father during coronavirus pandemic

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Strip club reopens with ‘masks on, clothes off’ party - but owner admits it's a 'risk'

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Who got what? Details scant on small-business relief effort

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Amanda Holden's lockdown life from bikini snaps to camper van date nights

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Opinion | Electricity distribution business needs bold reforms

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Mexico pushes to reopen economy while reporting over 2K coronavirus cases a day

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Father and son each die from COVID-19 two days apart

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Canada reports 1,070 new coronavirus cases as daily death toll lowers to 60

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Lawsuit seeking to hold Cosmo DiNardo's parents liable can continue

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Olympia HS seniors host their own parade on ‘would-be’ last day

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Lawsuit seeking to hold killers' parents liable can continue

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B.C. health officials announce 16 cases of COVID-19, 2 additional deaths

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Alberta campgrounds struggle with keeping portion of sites open on long weekend due to COVID-19 rules

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom Relaxing State Restrictions

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Marc Maron mourns partner Lynn Shelton in emotional podcast

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Will Mellor reveals heartache after being unable to hug his mum after his dad died of coronavirus

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Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson’s estranged wife Paddy Bowden found dead in ‘tragic accident’

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NCIS Season 18: Spoilers, Premiere Date, Photos, Trailers, and Casting

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Kristen Bell Reveals Who At Home Has Been the "Biggest Quarantine Diva"

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US COVID-19 death toll passes 90,000 as more than 1.5M cases confirmed, according to Johns Hopkins

Social distancing is not only about preventing the illness itself, but rather, slowing the rate at which people get sick.

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Wendy Williams to Take Hiatus from Talk Show Due to Health Concerns

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From theme parks to small businesses, disclaimers are now up for customers

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Bull riding may be 1st US professional sport to welcome fans

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NCIS: New Orleans Season 7: Spoilers, Premiere Date, Trailers, Casting and More

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New Amsterdam Season 3: Spoilers, Premiere Date, Trailers, Photos, Casting, and More

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Alberta confirms 39 new COVID-19 cases Monday, 1 more death

Alberta Health said Monday that 39 new lab-confirmed COVID-19 cases had been reported, bringing the total number of active cases in the province to 1,036.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0

US death tally drops below 900 for second consecutive day

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