Panic-buying grips major cities as the country brings in restrictions amid the coronavirus crisis.

Tokyo 2020's postponement is about "protecting lives" and costs were not discussed with Japan's prime minister, says IOC chief Thomas Bach.

Health officials are warning people not to self-medicate with the common malaria drug.

Olympians including Katarina Johnson-Thompson and Adam Peaty react to the Tokyo Games being postponed until 2021.

Postponing the Tokyo Olympics was the right decision. When it happens it will be a carnival that no-one will ever forget, writes Tom Fordyce.

Tom Brady backs New England Patriots chiefs after he is asked whether they could have done more to prevent the end of their 20-year relationship.

Facing medical supply shortages, two US states impose restrictions - critics warn move goes too far.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola donates 1m euros to fight the coronavirus outbreak in Spain.

Britons face £30 fines for breaking limits on public gatherings but questions remain over the drastic new measures.

Quarterback Cam Newton is released by the Carolina Panthers after nine years with the franchise.

One of America's great playwrights, he wrote more than three dozen plays in his nearly 60-year career.

President Trump said he was speaking to the Coronavirus Taskforce about when to open the US for business.

There are ways to stay safe - and politely avoid others - when you go outside to exercise.

Millions of Indians who rely on daily wages from jobs like cleaning risk running out of money.

Michelle Ntalami couldn't buy the products she wanted for her hair, so she set up a company to sell them.

Early cases involved wealthier people who have been abroad, but fears are growing for the poorest.

A valuable nutrient is being extracted from human waste in the Netherlands.

How much do children contribute to the spread of Covid?

The social media platform has seen usage rocket in countries hardest hit by coronavirus lockdowns.

With social distancing measures in place, many are adjusting to the new normal online.