UN: Displaced Syrians suffer in harsh conditions

The United Nations says more than 800,000 Syrians have been displaced within the country as fierce fighting continues between the government and opposition forces.
Heavy snowfall likely in western Japan
Weather officials are forecasting heavy snow in western Japan, and warn that traffic may be disrupted.
Rouhani vows economic growth in run-up to election
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has vowed to promote growth and curb inflation as US sanctions weigh heavily on his country.
Xi: Outbreak's lessons must be learned

17 February

WHO chief defends praise for response
By CHEN WEIHUA in Brussels | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2020-02-14 00:00 Leaders of the World Health Organization have applauded China's massive response to the outbreak of the novel coronavirus multiple times in recent weeks, and they have also been challenged by some skeptical reporters as to why they kept praising China.
Spread of virus slows down nationwide
Rate of severely ill patients drops across country, commission spokesman says
Growth goal crucial amid outbreak
Achieving this year's economic growth-related goals has become as important as containing the spread of the novel coronavirus pneumonia outbreak, and policymakers are rolling out more measures to win the two battles, according to officials and analysts.