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COVID measures could be reimposed as cases surge in Europe
Coronavirus cases are on the rise in Europe with some countries already announcing new restrictions.
Johnson's government under pressure as COVID cases continue to rise
The UK is is struggling with one of the highest COVID-19 infection rates in Europe, despite the early success of its vaccination campaign.
Romania in eye of COVID storm with record infections and deaths
Romania is facing a surge in infections amid alarmingly low vaccination uptake.
Russia reports highest daily number of COVID-19 cases
Russia reported its highest daily number of COVID-19 cases since the beginning of the pandemic as the epidemic worsens in the country.
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Russia reports record 1,000 COVID-19 deaths in a single day
Russia's COVID-19 deaths and cases have been mounting for weeks, reaching record highs since the beginning of the pandemic.
Nipah virus could cause a deadly COVID-scale pandemic. But what is it?
The Nipah virus has a 40 per cent to 75 per cent mortality rate and there is no treatment or vaccine.
Venezuelans fight Covid with a ritual
Every October 12, known in Venezuela as the Day of Indigenous Resistance, thousands of believers gather on Mount Sorte in northwestern Venezuela. This year, the Covid-19 pandemic, which prevented the meeting from taking place in 2020, is at the heart of the ceremonies.
Euroviews. Remote work is providing huge opportunities for developing countries
Poorer countries will benefit the most as WFH (work from home) and WFA (work from anywhere) trends become more mainstream. Here's why.
France to extend COVID-19 state of emergency until July 2022
The French government will ask lawmakers to extend its COVID-19 pandemic state of emergency until July 2022.
Latvia declares three-month state of emergency as COVID-19 cases rise
Under the new rules, masks are mandatory in all public buildings and only essential shops will be open at weekends.
60% of travellers searching for greener holidays in 2021
More people are looking for ways to make their trips sustainable, according to new research from Expedia Group.
COVID-19 pandemic has forced 100 million into poverty, UN chief says
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said people living in conflict-affected and poor countries are suffering most of all.
Street cinema is taking off in Milan
What started as a few friends wanting to watch a movie together outside during the pandemic has grown into a popular regular feature
2022 Geneva International Motor Show cancelled due to pandemic issues
The organisers cited likely travel restrictions, as well as the semiconductor shortage affecting manufacturers and other issues indirectly related to COVID-19.
Tory conference: Johnson's party ahead in polls despite economic woes
Despite the impact of Brexit and the pandemic, opinion surveys suggest the UK's ruling Conservatives are polling ahead of the Labour opposition as the party meets in Manchester.
UK calls on army and foreign lorry drivers to fight fuel supply crisis
Military personnel will be deployed next week to distribute petrol, while 300 visas for overseas tanker drivers will be issued 'immediately'.
COVID-19: Sweden removes most restrictions, Russia hits another record
Sweden removes most of its remaining COVID-19 restrictions on Wednesday, despite rising case numbers. Portugal winds up its military-led vaccine task force as the target of fully inoculating 85% of the population has been reached, and Russia hits another coronavirus-confirmed deaths record.
Trial starts over 'super-spreader' COVID outbreak at Austrian ski town
The case is the first of 15 lawsuits filed by plaintiffs from Austria and Germany, accusing the authorities of not responding quickly enough to COVID-19 outbreaks in Ischgl and other resorts in the province of Tyrol.
European Commission launches new department for preparing and responding to health emergencies
The European Health Emergency preparedness and Response Authority (HERA) will initially start with €30 billion in funding.
Denmark is one of EU's first to lift all domestic COVID restrictions
Denmark's high vaccination rate has helped - more than 80% of the population above the age of 12 have had both jabs.
enabled the Scandinavian country to become one of the first European Union nations to lift all domestic health measures.