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Europe supercharges research in the battle against COVID-19

In partnership with The European Commission

In this episode of Futuris the team examine what Europe is doing to boost funding for research and innovation in the fight against COVID-19.

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Flour power: Old mill restarted as lockdown baking sparks more knead

A 1,000-year-old water mill has resumed commercial production to meet the rising demand for flour during the coronavirus pandemic.

World

Differing approaches in UK and France despite COVID co-operation vow

Near neighbours the UK and France diverge over lockdown despite a joint statement on close co-operation over COVID-19.

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Higher COVID-19 death rate in men doing low-skilled work, says ONS

Male security guards, taxi drivers and chefs are among workers worst-hit by COVID-19, according to new data released by the UK's Office of National Statistics.

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Euroviews. Coronavirus is forcing us to fight misinformation as well as hunger this Ramadan ǀ View

This year, probably for the first time in history, instead of urging people to unite and congregate, we Muslims must come together to urge people to stay apart. For us aid workers, it has created a conundrum of how to keep people safe while also getting food aid to hundreds of thousands of families.

World

French MP tells Euronews there is 'no doubt' COVID-19 rates to rise

Bruno Bonnell, from Emmanuel Macron’s ruling La République En Marche, said it was a case of trying to 'find a balance'

United Kingdom

Boris Johnson says 'common sense' will help beat coronavirus

No longer 'Stay at Home', the UK government's advice is now 'Stay Alert'. Critics say that what that actually means isn't clear.

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Boris Johnson grilled on 'vague' UK coronavirus lockdown advice

The British prime minister's 'stay alert' message has been cricitised by politicians and members of the public and caused tension with UK nations.

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WHO denies report of pressure to withhold info

Weekly Der Spiegel reported that Xi asked Tedros during the call to hold back information about human-to-human transmission of the virus and delay declaring a pandemic.

United Kingdom

PM Johnson: 'It is not the time to simply end the lockdown this week'

Johnson said that starting Wednesday, a restriction limiting outdoor exercise to once a day will be lifted and that people will be able to take “unlimited amounts.”

Germany

More than 130 detained after protests against lockdown in Germany

Dozens of people were detained at protests against the pandemic restrictions after some rallies turned violent on Saturday.

United Kingdom

What to expect from Boris Johnson's address to the nation tonight

Johnson is to announce a “roadmap” of how the UK can start relaxing some of the lockdown measures. Changes may include being able to exercise more than once a day and the reopening of garden centres.

France

France approves new health measures as it prepares to ease lockdown

Measures include collecting health data "without consent", if necessary, as well as regulations involving criminal charges and quarantine.

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Coronavirus latest - Johnson announces no immediate end to lockdown

Follow our live blog for all the latest on the Covid-19 crisis.

Belarus

Belarus defies virus outbreak as thousands attend Victory Day parade

President Alexander Lukashenko has consistently dismissed concerns about the coronavirus pandemic, calling it a “psychosis”.

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Life after lockdown: Will our social habits be changed forever?

How have our habits changed or developed since huge restrictions were placed on social interactions across Europe?

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'Long live Europe, our home' - EU 27's message on Europe Day

'Long live Europe, our home' - European leaders celebrate Europe day in renovated cooperation spirit

Russia

Russia celebrates Victory Day as lockdown leaves Moscow deserted

Russia's capital resembled a ghost town on this Victory Day, with traditional military parades and lavish celebrations cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus- Italy releases over 4,000 from hospitals

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Hotels and Airbnb plan 'fundamental shift' after COVID-19 lockdowns

Travel accommodations will change post COVID-19 as hotels and Airbnb invest in new cleanliness standards and distancing practices.