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Friday 16 October coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Friday 16 October 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 39,176,103 Deaths: 1,102,946 Recovered: 29,379,089 Shutting down the country is “off the table,” Fauci says WHO trial finds remdesivir has little effect on COVID-19 Egypt ready to confront second wave…

Thursday 15 October coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGThursday 15 October 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers.Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 38,752,973Deaths: 1,096,962Recovered: 29,129,637 There have been more than 216,000 coronavirus-related deaths reported in the USWHO fears more tuberculosis deaths as COVID-19 pandemic continuesJordan imposes 48 hour lockdownGermany sees 6,638 daily virus cases, highest since start of…

Wednesday 14 October coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Wednesday 14 October 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 38,364,519 Deaths: 1,090,811 Recovered: 28,851,704 Russia reels from record rise in Covid infections Global economy recovering faster than expected, IMF says World Bank approves $12 bn for Covid-19 vaccines …

Unemployment at the highest level in 3 years The UK unemployment rate is at its highest level in over three years and the pandemic continues to hit jobs.  The unemployment rate grew to 4.5% in the three months to August, compared with 4.1% in the previous quarter.  Meanwhile, redundancies rose to their highest level since 2009, the ONS said.  The statistics come as the government prepares to impose tough local lockdown rules that will force…

VIDEO: Trump returns to rallies, feels ‘powerful’ since Covid-19 recovery https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RHPFr6AGKy4&feature=youtu.be US President Trump returned to campaigning in Florida on Monday for the first time since his Covid-19 diagnosis. He appeared at the outdoor rally without a protective face covering and praising his management of the pandemic. The president threw masks into the crowd as he entered the airport rally in Sanford and talked about his recovery from Covid-19. “I went through it now. They…

Tuesday 13 October coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Tuesday 13 October 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 38,043,916 Deaths: 1,085,375 Recovered: 28,606,252 Pandemic worsens across the US as we count down to Election Day Iran says deal reached to unlock funds frozen in Iraq Mr ‘immune’ Trump…

Everything we know about the 3-tier systemPrime Minister Boris Johnson is set to announce a three-tier system of measures in England intended to limit the spread of Covid-19. What would the new system entail?The country would be split into three tiers depending on the level of restrictions the government deems necessary – medium, high, very high. When will they be announced?The PM is expected to announce the measures in parliament after chairing a COBRA committee…

Man admits he stabbed a 70-year-old Central  London Mosque prayer leader Daniel Horton has been convicted of stabbing a prayer leader in the neck as he held prayers at London Central Mosque.  Horton had recently converted to Islam and worshipped at the mosque. He admitted attacking Raafat Maglad, 70, on 20 February. Horton, 30, pleaded guilty at Southwark Crown Court to wounding with intent and possessing an offensive weapon.  He had converted to Islam and…

40% of homeless in greater Paris test positive for Covid The Paris region’s homeless population have high rates of Covid-19 infections, according to a study published October 6. The report, conducted by the medical institute and NGOs, has prompted a call on the government to provide more emergency shelter before winter arrives.  The most disadvantaged are worst affected by the economic consequences of the pandemic but are also especially vulnerable to the disease itself.  In…

Monday 12 October coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Monday 12 October 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 37,749,974 Deaths: 1,081,453 Recovered: 28,360,305 Trump says he tested totally negative for Covid-19 Oman imposes nighttime lockdown in fight against COVID-19 China to test entire city of Qingdao after COVID-19…

Brief. BrIEf.Me In today’s briefing update, the majority of Sunday’s papers are focused on local lockdowns in the North of England. The PM is facing a lockdown revolt, accused of ‘betraying his red wall voters’In our special feature, we look at global coronavirus updates. ………………………………………Millions will be ordered not to leave local areasThe Sunday Telegraph says millions will be asked not to travel outside of their local areas and “could be banned from mixing with…

Insta Talk EP 8: Kenzo 2021 spring look – Recreate at an affordable price On this week’s episode, Dyna Fayz is speaking to our fashion expert from Dubai, Rana Al Sayyed. This week we discuss KENZO’s spring/summer 2021 fashion line debuted at Paris Fashion Week, where to shop and how to get the look at an affordable price. Kenzo Takada – the self-made Japanese and French designer – known worldwide under his first name Kenzo…

On this week’s episode, Dyna Fayz is speaking to writer and cancer survivor Jocelyne Elia as she discussing her touching story, how she dealt with the news and why cancer patients don’t want your sympathy.  Dyna talks to health coach and plant-based activist Daniella Malfitano about here to talk about all the pros of probiotics, what they are and where to find them in natural sources. Our resident jewellery designer Maha Al Saabai who will…

2020 US Election: Trump preparing for in-person weekend rallies, Pelosi questions Trump’s health, No virtual debate 25 days until 2020 Election  In today’s US presidential election news; President Trump announces he is preparing for two in-person rallies this weekend in Florida and Pennsylvania. It comes after his campaign trail came to a halt after the president was diagnosed with Covid-19.  Trump is planning to visit Florida on Saturday and Pennsylvania on Sunday. His return to…

Friday 9 October coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGFriday 9 October 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers.Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 36,755,449Deaths: 1,066,861Recovered: 27,671,442 China officially joins COVAX vaccine initiativeLebanon’s COVID-19 surge: What went wrong?Jordan to unveil over 100 testing sites in heightened COVID-19 effortsFrance announces new restrictions as case top 18,000 for a second dayBedside Covid…

Thursday 8 October coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGThursday 8 October 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers.Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 36,401,583Deaths: 1,060,563Recovered: 27,418,538 Two White House officials concede Trump has not been tested daily for coronavirusWhat crisis? Billionaires rack up record fortunes, survey showsG20 tourism ministers discuss post-pandemic revival plan for tourism sectorFrance records record new…

Wednesday 7 October coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Wednesday 7 October 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 36,052,573 Deaths: 1,054,710 Recovered: 27,155,683 White House Covid-19 outbreak Views on China in advanced economies sour Australia tips into record deficit amid tax cuts and job support Trump reverses…

Indonesia workers protest against new labour laws Indonesia workers have turned out for protests in several cities to oppose the passage of a controversial new jobs law that the government says is vital to attract investment but critics view as too pro-business.  Parliament passed into law President Joko Widodo’s “omnibus” Job Creation bill late on Monday,   revising more than 70 existing laws to speed up economic reform and improve the investment climate in Southeast…

9 schools to close in NYC neighbourhoods in an attempt to stop flare-ups of Covid-19 Andrew Cuomo on Monday ordered schools in certain New York City neighbourhoods closed within a day in an attempt to stop flare-ups of the coronavirus.  The governor took the action a day after the city’s major asked the state for permission to reinstate restrictions on schools and businesses in nine ZIP codes in Brooklyn and Queens where the virus was…

PM: Every UK home will be powered by wind farms by 2030 Boris Johnson will say, in his conference speech Tuesday morning, that every UK home will be powered by electricity from offshore wind farms within a decade.  The prime minister will pledge £160m to upgrade ports and factories for building turbines, promising to “build back greener.”  The plan aims to create 2,000 jobs in construction and support 60,000 more.  He will say the UK…

Tuesday 6 October coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGTuesday 6 October 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers.Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 35,703,826Deaths: 1,045,955Recovered: 26,875,182 India cases rise by 61,267 in past 24 hoursNearly 500,000 redundancies planned in Covid crisisTrump mounts bizarre and misleading White House return despite warnings10% of the world’s population may have Covid-19 says WHOIran…

At least 8 migrants drown after being forced off a boat by smugglers At least eight migrants have died after smugglers forced them off a boat near Djibouti, according to the International Organisation for Migration (IOM). There are currently 12 migrants still missing.  Another 14 migrants survived and are receiving medical care, a statement said.  The migrants were believed to all be Ethiopians returning to the Horn of Africa after failing to reach Saudi Arabia…

Trump now ‘understands’ Covid-19 after falling ill, Walter Reed doctor calls Trump’s drive-by stunt ‘insanity’ President Trump says he now ‘understands’ Covid-19 after he and the first lady were diagnosed with the virus. Doctors have said the president is now doing well and could be back at the White House on Monday. “I learnt it by really going to school. This is the real school, this isn’t the let’s-read-the-book school,” he said in a message…

France, Italy rescue continues after storm Alex kills at least 8, washing away roads and homes French and Italian rescue teams stepped up their search efforts Sunday after the devastating storm Alex caused floods, cutting off several villages in the mountainous border regions and causing widespread damage. At least eight people have died.  On the French side of the border, others remain unaccounted for. The torrential rain and flash floods battered the area, washing away…

Monday 5 October coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Monday 5 October News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 35,404,671 Deaths: 1,041,862 Recovered: 26,630,686 Trump photo op raises more questions US states see record rise in Covid-19 cases as cold weather arrives Gaming booms among the Covid gloom Paris…