World News

US recommends Americans cover face in public to prevent COVID-19

The US changed its guidelines on wearing masks amid concern over coronavirus transmission by people without symptoms.

03/04/2020

World

Companies race to churn out masks and ventilators amid COVID-19 pandem

As governments scramble to buy the masks and ventilators they need to fight the coronavirus pandemic, companies trying to keep up with demand are facing logistical challenges.

02/04/2020

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Masked statues comment on culture and health in Lithuania

This event draws attention to both the impact of the coronavirus outbreak on the cultural scene and the need to follow health advice.

27/03/2020

Italy

Coronavirus: Italian police arrest two men for stealing 8,000 masks

The two brothers from Erchie, Brindisi, are being held for aggravated robbery and the assault of a Chinese shopkeeper.

26/03/2020

Sweden

Swedish populist quits party amid controversy over coronavirus masks

William Hahne, deputy chairman of Alternative for Sweden, had faced criticism for selling the masks at inflated prices.

24/03/2020

Czech Republic

Czechs facing up to coronavirus crisis by making masks mandatory

The Czech Republic is thought to be one of the few countries in the world where protective masks are mandatory during the coronavirus crisis.

24/03/2020

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Volunteers in South Korea bid to help by making face masks

It comes amid a shortage in some parts of the country.

20/03/2020

Ukraine

Coronavirus: Medical mask resellers targeted by armed gang in Ukraine

The men intercepted meetings between buyers and sellers of masks, stealing as many as 100,000.

17/03/2020