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September 4, 2020September 11, 2020 Corona Virus Health World

Coronavirus live news: no widespread vaccination until mid-2021, says WHO; cases rise across Europe

‘We need to see how safe it is,’ WHO stresses; Italy reports biggest rise since 2 May while Spain and France both report thousands of new cases

July 27, 2020September 20, 2020 Corona Virus Health India World

Coronavirus live news: Belgium PM warns country could go into second ‘complete lockdown’

Europe braces for second wave; Spain’s Covid-19 deaths could be 60% higher; global deaths near 650,000

July 23, 2020September 20, 2020 Corona Virus Health India World

Coronavirus live news: Hong Kong and California see record daily cases; ‘huge discrepancy’ in South Africa death toll

California cases pass New York’s; WHO emergencies chief says vaccinations unlikely before 2021; global infections top 15m

Thailand protests: Activists challenge monarchy by laying 'People's Plaque' September 20, 2020
Protesters cement a "People's Plaque" in a park and march in Bangkok calling for political reforms.
TikTok: Trump says Oracle deal for video app 'has my blessing' September 20, 2020
The president says the bid by Oracle and Walmart would protect the data of TikTok users in the US.
The Indian queens who modelled for the world's first vaccine September 19, 2020
The mystery surrounding a 19th Century portrait and its role in one of the first immunisation campaigns.
'I still spend so much time on the kids - that needs to change' September 19, 2020
Sarah Dahia from Australia takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.
Singapore rolls out Covid tracing tokens September 19, 2020
Thousands of devices are being distributed to vulnerable groups such as the elderly.
Yasukuni Shrine: Japan's ex-PM Abe visits controversial memorial September 19, 2020
Shinzo Abe, who last visited the Yasukuni Shrine in 2013, made the trip days after stepping down.
IPL 2020: The players who could become new cricket superstars September 19, 2020
The 2020 edition of the Indian Premier League begins on Saturday.
Pakistan outcry over police victim-blaming of gang-raped mother September 19, 2020
A police chief's comments spark an unprecedented backlash after a woman was raped in front of her children.
Afghan mothers' names to be included on children's ID cards September 18, 2020
Mothers' names will now be printed on national ID cards following a three-year-long campaign.
India's Covid crisis sees rise in child marriage and trafficking September 17, 2020
Reports of under-age marriage and child labour rose as the lockdown pushed people deeper into poverty.
Covid-19 Singapore: A ‘pandemic of inequality’ exposed September 17, 2020
Life has returned to normal for many in Singapore, but one group of people still remain in lockdown.
China debt dogs Maldives' 'bridge to prosperity' September 17, 2020
After borrowing vast sums for infrastructure projects, can the tiny island nation repay the loans?
The student daring to challenge Thailand’s monarchy September 16, 2020
Panusaya Sithijirawattanakul read out a 10-point manifesto calling for reform of the monarchy.
Yoshihide Suga: The unexpected rise of Japan’s new prime minister September 16, 2020
What we know about the new leader who replaces long-time premier Shinzo Abe.
Recovering from Covid-19 in India: 'I can't get the images out of my head' September 15, 2020
Many patients are at the risk of suffering from PTSD, but India lacks infrastructure to treat them.
Coronavirus: Beijing's back and forth lockdown September 13, 2020
Stephen McDonell explores 'the new normal’ in China's capital as it adapts to life with coronavirus.
Coronavirus: How the lockdown has changed schooling in South Asia September 12, 2020
The pandemic has led to schools in South Asia shifting to remote learning but there are huge obstacles.
Coronavirus: South Korea's Covid detectives September 12, 2020
Contact tracers battle long hours and awkward conversations as they try to get suspected carriers to co-operate.
How India and China bought peace - for now September 11, 2020
The countries say they will end a violent border stand-off, but differences will be hard to overcome.
Coronavirus: Inside the Indian company betting big on vaccines September 11, 2020
The Serum Institute of India, the world's largest vaccine maker by volume, is trialing multiple vaccines.

UK sets £10,000 fines for self-isolation breaches September 20, 2020
Boris Johnson says the change means people with coronavirus are legally obliged to stay at home.
Thailand protests: Activists challenge monarchy by laying 'People's Plaque' September 20, 2020
Protesters cement a "People's Plaque" in a park and march in Bangkok calling for political reforms.
TikTok: Trump says Oracle deal for video app 'has my blessing' September 20, 2020
The president says the bid by Oracle and Walmart would protect the data of TikTok users in the US.
Celtics fight back against Heat in conference finals September 20, 2020
The Boston Celtics win 117-106 against the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference finals to close the gap to 2-1 in the best-of-seven series.
Real begin title defence with Barcelona in turmoil - La Liga preview September 20, 2020
Real Madrid begin their La Liga title defence on Sunday knowing their fierce rivals Barcelona are in turmoil on and off the pitch.
Where will new signing Jota fit in among Liverpool's attacking superstars? September 20, 2020
Where will Diogo Jota fit into a Liverpool side that possesses one of the best attacks in football? BBC Sport takes a look.
Ricin: Letter containing poison addressed to Trump at White House September 20, 2020
The FBI and the Secret Service investigate the letter, intercepted before it reached the White House.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg death: Trump to nominate woman to fill Supreme Court seat September 20, 2020
The US president says he will announce his nominee to replace Ruth Bader Ginsburg next week.
Wolff leads US Open going into final round, with McIlroy in contention September 19, 2020
Matthew Wolff produces a scintillating 65 on Saturday to take a two-shot lead into the final round of the US Open at Winged Foot.
Your pictures on the theme of 'night vision' September 19, 2020
A selection of pictures from our readers on the theme of "night vision".
Janusz Walus: Why far-right Polish football fans idolise a murderer in South Africa September 19, 2020
Janusz Walus killed anti-apartheid leader Chris Hani in 1993, sparking fears of a racial civil war.
The Indian queens who modelled for the world's first vaccine September 19, 2020
The mystery surrounding a 19th Century portrait and its role in one of the first immunisation campaigns.
'I still spend so much time on the kids - that needs to change' September 19, 2020
Sarah Dahia from Australia takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.
Emmy Awards 2020: Stars prepare to dial in for virtual ceremony September 19, 2020
Nominated actors will have someone waiting outside their home to hand over an award if they win.
‘Our foster child asked us to adopt him – by drawing himself on to a family photo’ September 19, 2020
George was neglected by his parents, then an adoption went wrong. There was only one family that he felt loved by.
Former MI6 man suspected of selling information to undercover Chinese spies September 19, 2020
Fraser Cameron calls the claims "ridiculous" and says he has no access to sensitive information.
How the oil industry made us doubt climate change September 19, 2020
Energy companies stand accused of trying to downplay their contribution to global warming.
Singapore rolls out Covid tracing tokens September 19, 2020
Thousands of devices are being distributed to vulnerable groups such as the elderly.
Scottish medieval coin 'lost' and found in Norfolk declared treasure September 19, 2020
The coin, bearing the head of a Scottish king and turned into jewellery, was found in a field.
Arteta praises Arsenal's mental strength as Nketiah earns late win over West Ham September 19, 2020
Eddie Nketiah's late goal ensures Arsenal maintain their 100% Premier League start as they condemn West Ham to a second successive defeat.