Italy recorded almost 1,000 deaths from the virus on Friday, the worst one-day toll anywhere around the world since the pandemic began. It came as Italy recorded almost 1,000 deaths from the virus on Friday — the worst one-day toll anywhere around the world since the pandemic began. Spain too said its rate of new infections appeared to be slowing — despite also reporting its deadliest day. Meanwhile, other countries across the world were bracing for the virus's full impact, with AFP tallies showing more than 26,000 deaths globally. In New York City, the US epicentre of the crisis, health workers battled a surging toll, including an increasing number of younger patients.

Source: Bangkok Post March 28, 2020 05:47 UTC