Your Monday Briefing

India’s coronavirus cases, Himalayas, K-pop: Here’s what you need to know.

Rex Robles, Plotter of Philippine Coups, Is Dead at 77

He was seen as the chief theorist and propaganda expert of a group of ambitious military officers who worked to oust two presidents.

Coronavirus Live Updates: Florida Sets Single-Day U.S. Record With Over 15,000 New Cases

Education Secretary Betsy DeVos pushes for U.S. schools to reopen. Trump wears a mask publicly for the first time. And India’s latest surge includes a top Bollywood star.

Outspoken Chinese Professor Is Said to Be Released From Detention

Xu Zhangrun, a law professor in Beijing known for criticizing the Communist Party, was allowed to go home after being detained a week ago, people familiar with him said.

Thousands Rally in Tel Aviv Against Netanyahu’s Coronavirus Response

Demonstrators filled Rabin Square to demand that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu provide economic relief after the coronavirus pandemic left more than 850,000 Israelis jobless.

Defying U.S., China and Iran Near Trade and Military Partnership

The investment and security pact would vastly extend China’s influence in the Middle East, throwing Iran an economic lifeline and creating new flash points with the United States.

‘How Much More Can We Take?’ Protests Erupt in Russia’s Far East

Tens of thousands called for the release of a regional governor, Sergey Furgal, who was arrested on suspicion of multiple murders. The protests are a rare showing of opposition to President Vladimir Putin of Russia.

Valentina Sampaio Is the First Transgender Model for Sports Illustrated

The Brazilian model, who is in the magazine’s swimsuit issue, was also the first transgender woman to work for Victoria’s Secret and grace the cover of Vogue magazine.

Scottish Pilot Beats Virus and Leaves Hospital in Vietnam

Stephen Cameron, who spent more than two months on life support for Covid-19 and became the subject of nationwide public interest, was released from a hospital in Ho Chi Minh City.

Coronavirus Live Updates: Trump Wears a Mask Publicly for the First Time

Louisiana’s governor orders bars to close and said almost all residents must wear a mask. Disney World reopens, despite a surge in Florida. Thousands of Israelis protested the government’s handling of the economy.