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Wednesday 6 May coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGWednesday 6 May 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: 3,728,254Deaths: 258,360Recovered: 1,242,575 nick cage to play joe exoticnfl london 2020 games scrappednhs contact tracing app trialled in isle of wightTrump expects US deathtoll to hit 100,000 Previous Next Headlines: What the papers say? Coronavirus cases…

Tuesday 5 May BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Tuesday 5 May 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: 3,646,341 Deaths: 252,425 Recovered: 1,200,317 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus: Global cases top 3.6 million. Japan’s workers feel the strain as Abe extends state of emergency. UK: First workers to trial NHS tracing…

COVID-19 has infected more than 1.1 million and killed more than 67,000 people in the US. During a two-hour virtual town hall broadcast by FOX News, US President Donald Trump expressed his belief that as many as 100,000 Americans could die in the coronavirus pandemic. [adbutler zone_id=”85156″] “We’re going to lose anywhere from 75, 80 to 100,000 people. That’s a horrible thing,” said Trump, who hoped last Friday fewer people could be affected. The death…

After a strict two-month lockdown, Italy is facing a moment of truth in the fight against coronavirus. Stir-crazy Italians will be free to stroll and visit relatives for the first time in nine weeks on Monday as Europe’s hardest-hit country eases back the world’s longest nationwide coronavirus lockdown. With a partial lifting of the restrictive measures, in the next few days, everyone including other EU Governments will watch the daily infection report issued by the…

Monday 4 May BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGMonday 4 May 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: 3,566,842Deaths: 248,306Recovered: 1,156,984 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus: Global cases top 3.5 million. Japan’s medical system overloaded, but there are signs of hope. UK: Possible post-lockdown workplace rules revealed.Trump confident there will be a vaccine in 2020, blames…

The Health Secretary Matt Hancock is leading the UK government’s daily coronavirus briefing and announces the UK death toll from coronavirus has now hit 27,510 – a rise of 739. This includes COVID-19 related deaths in all settings, such as hospitals and care homes. The health secretary moves on the all-important testing target of carrying out 100,000 a day by the end of April, Matt Hancock says the government has passed the goal and it…

Friday 1 May BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Friday 1 May 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 8:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 3,310,040 Deaths: 234,143 Recovered: 1,043,245 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus: Global cases top 3.3 million. UK gov is likely to hit 100,00 per day test target. Trump claims he has evidence Covid-19 started…

Breaking news: Libya’s unity government (recognised by the UN) says it has rejected Khalifa Haftar’s truce offer. Tensions in the region have been high since Libya’s UN-recognised government Tuesday accused rival military strongman Khalifa Haftar of seeking to stage a new coup after he claimed to have a “mandate” from the people to govern the country. The military commander Khalifa Haftar said on Monday he had “a popular mandate” to govern the country, declaring a…

Thursday 30 April BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGThursday 30 April 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.The top story this Thursday morning: PM to update UK on ‘steps to defeat’ coronavirus. Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 3,207,029Deaths: 228,252Recovered: 1,005,079 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus – The numbers: Cases top 3.2 million worldwide. PM to update UK on ‘steps to…

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The UK’s coronavirus lockdown measures will be extended for at least three more weeks, First Secretary of State Dominic Raab has announced. The daily press conference was given by the first secretary of state, Dominic Raab, who is standing in for the prime minister as he continues his recovery from coronavirus. He was joined by the chief medical officer, Prof Chris Whitty, and Sir Patrick Vallance, the government’s chief scientific adviser. Here’s what they told us:…

Boris Johnson announces birth of son Breaking news: Prime Minister Boris Johnson and partner Carrie Symonds have announced the birth of their son.  A spokeswoman for the PM said both mother and baby are “doing very well.”  “The prime minister and Ms Symonds are thrilled to announce the birth of a healthy baby boy at a London hospital earlier this morning,” she added. “The PM and Ms Symonds would like to thank the fantastic NHS…

Wednesday 29 April BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Wednesday 29 April 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. Our leading story this Wednesday morning: UN warns of new humanitarian crisis as Covid-19 looms over Yemen. Nearly one million displaced people risk losing their shelter. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 3,139,009 Deaths: 218,013 Recovered: 959,097 Summary: What do the…

French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe has announced that it was time to ease the lockdown to avoid economic collapse, adding the restrictions to curb the coronavirus spread have saved tens of thousands of lives in the country. He revealed his government’s much-awaited plan to ease the strict nationwide coronavirus lockdown on May 11 to the National Assembly Tuesday. The COVID-19 death toll in France passed 23,000 on Monday, the world’s fourth-highest behind the United States,…

Tuesday 28 April BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGTuesday 28 April 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.The top story this Tuesday morning: World should have listened carefully to the WHO  back in January, says the director-general.Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 3,065,090Deaths: 211,620Recovered: 922,844 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus: Global cases top 3 million.WHO director-general says the world…

Two children stabbed to death A one-year-old girl and a three-year-old boy have been stabbed to death at a house in east London.  The one-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene on Aldborough Road North in Ilford. The boy was rushed to hospital but died later.  A 40-year-old man was also taken to hospital for treatment after suffering knife injuries. According to the Met Police, the three are known to each other.  The Metropolitan Police…

Monday 27 April BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Monday 27 April 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. The top story this Monday Morning: Boris Johnson returns to work. His return comes as pressure mounts to increase testing in the UK and ease the lockdown Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 3,003,889 Deaths: 207,103 Recovered: 882,677 Summary: What do…

Liberal Democrat leader Sir Edward Jonathan ‘Ed’ Davey fasted on Saturday and took part in an online iftari with Muslims to show support for Britain’s Muslims observing the month of Ramadan, unusually, under a strict lockdown due to coronavirus. This is a first for Muslims in Britain, unlike other years, there will be no Iftari party’s or extended family meals together in restaurants and no congregational prayers at Masjids. Several Prominent Liberal Democrats are joining Muslims during Ramadan and will fast…

Countries in the Middle East have been implementing plans for a gradual return to normal life after the COVID-19 pandemic forced the world into strict lockdown measures. Saudi Arabia joined the UAE and Jordan that have eased restrictions on people’s movement. But these countries have remained on high alert to avoid a new wave of infections. https://twitter.com/CICSaudi/status/1253764422251827206 Middle Eastern Countries ease virus lockdown A royal decree in Saudi Arabia announced on Sunday morning said the…

The Book Corner – By Yvonne Ridley – Lockdown Episode 1 – featuring a book review on Orwell’s book ‘Down & Out in Paris and London’ by George Orwell. ‘Down and Out in Paris & London’ is the first full-length work by the English author George Orwell, published in 1933. His book exposes the poverty existing in two major powerful and prosperous cities of Paris and London. The first part is an account of living…

Trump suggests injecting disinfectant President Trump has been slammed by the medical community after suggesting research into whether Covid-19 might be treated by injecting disinfectant into the body. He has been accused of spreading dangerous disinformation to Americans.  The president of the United States also proposed using UV light on patients bodies. But his idea was dismissed by a doctor at the briefing.   One of his officials had moments earlier said sunlight and disinfectant were…

Friday 24 April BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGFriday 24 April 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.Friday’s leading story: Ramadan starts amid unprecedented times. #Ramadan2020Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 2,715,189Deaths: 191,074Recovered: 749,661 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus: global numbers top 2.7 million. The limits to Japan’s shutdown request revealed.Virus tests available for millions of key workers in England.A…

Thursday 23 April BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Thursday 23 April 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. The breaking story this Thursday morning: US will shoot Iranian boats ‘out of the water’ says Trump. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 2,638,909 Deaths: 184,249 Recovered: 722,055 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus: Global cases top 2.6 million. Japanese asked…

Wednesday 22 April BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Wednesday 22 April 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. The breaking story this Wednesday morning: coronavirus second wave could be even worse says US health chief. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 2,557,917 Deaths: 177,688 Recovered: 695,325 Summary: What do the papers say? The coronavirus has now infected more than…

Tuesday 21 April BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Tuesday 21 April 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. The breaking story this Tuesday morning is Virgin Australia collapses under coronavirus strain. Richard Branson has offered up Necker Island to secure a bailout. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 2,482,215 Deaths: 170,471 Recovered: 652,170 Summary: What do the papers say?…