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How are Tunisia’s plastics businesses faring during the COVID-19 crisis?

Back in April, the International Monetary Fund approved a $745 million emergency loan to help Tunisia navigate the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The IMF also forecast the economy would contract by 4.3% this year.

France

French workers protest job cuts amid COVID-19 pandemic

Thousands protested job cuts and wages as COVID-19 cases rise in France.

USA

Biden blasts Trump's 'criminal' virus response at drive-in town hall

US Democratic candidate Joe Biden called President Donald Trump's downplaying of COVID-19 "close to criminal".

Spain

Deaf children in learning limbo amid lack of transparent face masks

For many students, a return to school ended months of disruption to their learning. But the requirement to wear face masks in the classroom means that, for deaf children, the problems continue.

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Calls to protect nurses who are 'still in the eye of this pandemic'

According to a new report, more than 1,000 nurses have died from the disease worldwide. They account for around 10 per cent of infections.

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Rich nations have bought half of future COVID-19 vaccine doses - Oxfam

Charities are calling for an overhaul of corporate practices so that a 'People's Vaccine' is available to everyone.

World News

Europe's COVID-19 surge 'serious' as global cases exceed 30 million

WHO warns weekly COVID-19 infections in Europe are now higher than the first peak in March

United Kingdom

COVID restrictions intensify in North East England amid soaring cases

Matt Hancock made the announcement on Thursday.

World News

Europe must act to counter 'COVID-19 fatigue': WHO

"We move from do not do, to do differently."

USA

Trump sees mass COVID-19 vaccinations 'soon', contradicting experts

The US President's claims fly in the face of evidence from health experts who say it could be months or longer before a vaccine is ready for mass distribution.

France

The 'anti-mask' movement: who are they and is one of them you?

Man or woman? Conspiracy theorist or libertarian? Right or left wing? Here is the typical profile of people refusing to wear a mask in France.

United Kingdom

COVID Christmas? How the 'rule of six' could scupper festive trade

Pubs and clubs and those who work in them were hit hard by the coronavirus lockdown. With the 'rule of six' it could be about to get worse.

Ireland

Irish cabinet working from home over suspected COVID-19 infection

The Dail or parliament was suspended in the afternoon over the announcement but resumed in the evening with junior ministers answering questions from lawmakers.

Ukraine

Ukraine accuses Belarus of stoking tensions over Jewish pilgrims

Tens of thousands of Hasidic Jews travel every Jewish New Year to the central Ukrainian town of Uman to visit the tomb of Rabbi Nahman, the founder of the Breslov Hasidic movement.

France

COVID-19: France fast-tracks citizenship for foreign virus fighters

"Our country was able to count on their solidarity and generosity in the face of this immense challenge," said Marlène Schiappa, the ministry official in charge of citizenship issues.

France

COVID-19 in France: Bordeaux and Marseille announce tougher constaints

The stricter measures announced in Bordeaux and Marseille follow a surge in new cases. The French government wants to avoid a new nationwide lockdown.

World News

Europe must prepare for jump in COVID-19 deaths in October, warns WHO

"It's going to get tougher. In October, November, we are going to see more mortality," Hans Kluge, Director of the WHO European office, said.

Spain

Madrid Fashion Week: Masks take centre stage on and off the catwalk

Our reporter Jaime Velazquez hits the catwalk to compare this year's event with previous editions.

Israel

Israel to reimpose new nationwide lockdown as coronavirus cases surge

Due to begin on Friday, the tightening of measures marks the second time Israel is being plunged into a lockdown after a lengthy shutdown in the spring.

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Paris museum puts on 'mask-and-shoes-only' event for naturists

La Cinémathèque said the event was "a first for the Parisian institution".