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Global COVID deaths 'estimated to be three times higher than reported'

Researchers say that more than 18 million people have probably died because of the coronavirus.

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Death toll surpasses 6 million as COVID-19 pandemic enters third year

The official global death toll from COVID-19 has eclipsed 6 million people, according to Johns Hopkins University.

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COVID in Europe: France to scrap face masks and vaccine passes

Here is our summary of the latest pandemic situation across the continent.

Culture news

World Book Day: War and Peace - What do Europeans read in a crisis?

The pandemic saw an uptick in disease-themed literature and critical theory, but what do we really want to read in hard times?

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COVID-19 in Europe: England ends all coronavirus restrictions

Here is our summary of the latest pandemic situation across the continent.

Experiences

Why are polar bears and spacemen floating down this Italian street?

One of Europe’s most renowned celebrations - the Carnival of Viareggio - is back with a bang after coronavirus restrictions limited last year's plans.

Green News

Bodies of COVID victims could be polluting water, scientists say

During decomposition the human body leaches heavy metals into the soil, potentially contaminating water supplies.

France

Supermarkets roll out 'chat-friendly' tills to battle COVID loneliness

The idea behind the move is to encourage conversation between shoppers and cashiers, amid concerns for people's welfare during the pandemic.

Football Now

What is it like to be a professional footballer during the pandemic?

In partnership with Media City

Having surpassed two years since the first matches were postponed, Football Now looks back at life for footballers during the height of Covid-19.

Europe News

Belgian teachers protest working conditions and financial cuts

The demonstration in Brussels gathered teachers and school staff from the French-speaking region of Wallonia.

World News

Protest against COVID restrictions and vaccines in Madrid

Nevertheless, mandatory outdoor mask-wearing is expected to be lifted by 10 February in Spain.

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Europe could be heading for 'a long period of COVID tranquillity'

That's the view of WHO Europe director Dr Hans Kluge.

Health news

Omicron survives up to 8 days on plastic surfaces, new study finds

The Japanese researchers found Omicron can last up to eight days on plastic surfaces and 21 hours on skin.

World News

COVID-19 in Europe: Germany maintains restrictions as infections rise

Several countries in Europe are still registering a record number of COVID-19 infections — here is our summary of the situation across the continent.

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COVID-19 in Europe: Record daily cases in Russia, Poland, and Romania

Several countries in Europe have registered a record number of COVID-19 infections — here is our summary of the situation across the continent.

Spain

Spain to treat COVID-19 as an endemic illness instead of pandemic

The country has seen its COVID-19 fatality rate fall from an initial 13% to 1%, and according to Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez "the virus is no longer so deadly".

Economy

What is the EU's Stability and Growth Pact and why is it important?

The bloc's fiscal rulebook has been suspended until next year to stave off any unwanted economic consequences of the pandemic.

World News

Omicron exposed European health care systems' flaws, experts claim

Two years into the pandemic, Omicron's effect on medical facilities has many reevaluating the resilience of public health systems that are considered essential to providing equal care.

Poland

Doctors resign from Poland's COVID council over government 'inaction'

13 of the 17 members of the Prime Minister's dedicated council have stepped down.

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COVID in Europe: Netherlands to reopen shops and hairdressers

Here's a round-up of the COVID situation across Europe.