Russia's Yandex to launch e-grocery delivery in Paris then London

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russian internet giant Yandex is set to launch its online grocery delivery in Paris in the second quarter of this year, the company said on Friday, after strong demand in Russia during the COVID-19 pandemic.

With open markets turning into Ramadan bazaars, Sabah govt wants strict enforcement

KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government has ordered local authorities to take action against those who have turned open markets into Ramadan bazaars, attracting large crowds.

Covid-19: Sibu eatery owners confused over when special movement restrictions will start

SIBU: Confusion reigned on Friday (April 16) hours before a special movement restriction was enforced at seven of the 34 Covid-19 zones here.

In fight against COVID-19, Portugal continues to cautiously ease lockdown

LISBON (Reuters) - Most Portuguese regions will enter the third phase of easing the COVID-19 lockdown next week, but stricter rules will stay in place in municipalities where transmission rates remain high, Prime Minister Antonio Costa said on Thursday.

Breaking fast with city views

DINING in the city centre with a scenic view while enjoying good food is a winning proposition.

Pandemic boosts demand for cleaning robots in Hong Kong’s shopping malls, offices and hotels

Their makers say they offer much-needed confidence to shoppers whose awareness of the importance of hygiene has been piqued by the pandemic. A recent survey found most Hongkongers would rather see robots disinfecting public spaces than humans.

Thanks to Covid-19, locals can finally afford South Africa’s luxury train ride

Thanks to Covid-19, South Africa’s famous luxury train ride becomes more affordable.

Taking pleasure in simplicity of briyani for buka puasa

BRIYANI is a dish that can easily satisfy one’s cravings after a long day of fasting.

Shake Shack to make South China debut next month

Lao Govt rejects lockdown proposal on Vientiane

LAOS, April 14 (Vientiane Times/ANN) - The government has decided not to lock down the country's capital city Vientiane after considering a request by city authorities to impose the drastic measure until the end of this month.