The Guardian says Downing Street has warned of “challenging” months ahead as UK coronavirus cases reached their highest level since mid-July.
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COVID-19 is a new illness that can affect the lungs and airways. It’s caused by a virus called coronavirus.
The main symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) are a high temperature, a new, continuous cough and a loss or change to the sense of smell or taste.
Nightclub bosses fear bouncer shortage is a 'threat to public safety'
The Daily Express says the nightclub industry has suffered from yet another COVID-19 blow after industry leaders announced there is a shortage of bouncers manning the doors.
'Major step forward' in Covid fight as 'highly potent' antibody found to eliminate virus
The Daily Express says the stunning breakthrough was made by researchers at the Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV) and the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL).
Russia sets daily record for COVID deaths
VOA says Russia’s coronavirus task force Tuesday reported a record 973 coronavirus-related deaths in one day.
Fears of COVID surge in Vietnam as workers flee Ho Chi Minh City
Aljazeera says tens of thousands of Vietnamese who once made a living in Ho Chi Minh City, the country’s COVID-19 epicentre, are returning to their home provinces.
Covid update LIVE: Boris under pressure as vaccine rates drop – new winter warning
The Daily Express says the vaccination programme also appears to have stalled, and with the cold weather meaning more people will choose to socialise indoors at restaurants and bars rather…
EU drug regulator backs Pfizer vaccine booster for over-18s
France24 says the EU’s drug watchdog on Monday approved booster doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech Covid vaccine for all people aged 18 and over.
New Zealand’s PM hopes to avoid future coronavirus lockdowns
Arab News says New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says she doesn’t want to use lockdowns in the future and sees vaccinations as the “golden ticket”.
Virus deaths in the United States topping 1,900 a day
TRT World says virus deaths in the US have climbed to an average of more than 1,900 a day for the first time since early March.
New Zealand Covid update: Auckland to move out of level 4 lockdown as 22 cases reported
The Guardian says after nearly five weeks in lockdown Auckland will move out of the highest setting, New Zealand’s prime minister, Jacinda Ardern, has said.
Gov. Kristi Noem: If President Biden mandates vaccines, South Dakota will see him in court
USA Today says last week, President Joe Biden claimed “this is not about freedom or personal choice” regarding COVID-19 vaccinations.
Austria hears first lawsuit over Covid-19 outbreak at Ischgl ski resort
France24 says the first civil lawsuit begins in a court in Vienna on Friday over a notorious outbreak of coronavirus at the popular ski resort of Ischgl in March 2020.
Anti-vaxxers target 12 to 15-year-olds with Covid misinformation leaflets hoping to create fear over vaccine
The i says anti-vaxxers are targeting teenagers with disinformation leaflets, hoping to create fear over the Covid jab ahead of the rollout to 12-15-year-olds.
Breaking: Over-50s among those to be offered booster jabs from next week
The government have confirmed that booster jabs will be offered to the 50 and overs, those in care homes, and frontline health and social care workers as of next week.
Covid: Booster jabs for over-50s expected to be announced
BBC says a UK-wide programme of booster jabs to help prevent Covid will be confirmed later. Ministers are expected to announce jabs for the over-50s as part of their Covid…
Coronavirus lockdown extended for Australia’s capital Canberra
Arab News says Australian authorities extended a coronavirus lockdown of the capital Canberra to mid-October, saying the measure was necessary while vaccinations are ramped up.
Australia expands Covid-19 vaccine rollout to children
TRT World says Australia will expand its Covid-19 vaccination drive to include around one million children aged 12-15.
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