World coronavirus dispatch: Return of virus in China a warning to the world

From Amazon preparing to resume 1- and 2-day deliveries, to bankers returning to work in Asia, and whether Covid-19 is making us more generous - read these and more in today's world dispatch

Mainland China reported seven new coronavirus infections on May 12, compared with just one the previous day. Jilin might be emerging as the potential source of a new wave of infections, according to officials. China also confirmed eight new asymptomatic coronavirus cases. The return of the virus in China is a warning to the world, as most major countries are lifting or plan to lift lockdowns. Track the rise in Chinese cases here and global cases here.

Let’s look at the global statistics:
 

Total confirmed cases: 4,261,955

Change over previous day: 67,629

Total deaths: