Iran Covid death toll remains single-digit
The daily death toll from the coronavirus pandemic in Iran remains single-digit. The Health Ministry figures on Sunday showed that 7 patients died of the virus in the past 24 hours.
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BA owner ‘worried’ over Heathrow’s readiness for summer
IAG returns to profit, making £1.1bn in 2022, as travel industry bounces back from CovidThe British Airways owner, International Airlines Group (IAG), has said it remains “worried” over Heathrow’s preparedness for summer, despite assurances from the ai…
New Rolls-Royce boss launches strategic review despite profits rise
Tufan Erginbilgic outlines need for further changes after unveiling 57% rise in profits to £650mThe new boss of Rolls-Royce has launched a sweeping review of the aircraft engine maker pledging there was “much more” to come after last year beat expectat…
Minorities no longer at much higher risk of dying from Covid, figures show
‘Surprising’ ONS numbers reveal rates of deaths for ethnic groups now much lower compared to earlier in pandemicPeople from minority ethnic backgrounds no longer have a significantly higher risk of death from Covid-19 than white Britons, a first since …
Boris Johnson in line for more taxpayers’ money for Partygate defence
Exclusive: Taxpayers to foot another five-figure bill as government prepares to extend support for former PM for second timeTaxpayers are on the hook for another five-figure bill to cover Boris Johnson’s legal fees during the inquiry into Partygate, as…
Labor MP calls for own government to widen Covid anti-viral eligibility in Australia
Exclusive: Dr Michelle Ananda-Rajah says strategy is letting Australians down, but medical groups back current regulatory approachFollow our Australia news live blog for the latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily new…
Coronavirus cases rising rapidly in Iran
More than 350 people have been diagnosed with COVID-19 in Iran over the past 24 hours, marking a rapid upward trajectory in the daily caseloads.
Iran Covid: 159 infections, 7 dead
The Iranian Health Ministry figures on Sunday showed that 159 people had tested positive for the Coronavirus over the past 24 hours. The deadly disease has also killed 7 patients during the period.
Partygate inquiry homes in on Abba evening at Boris Johnson’s flat
Witnesses tell of lockdown gathering with alcohol, food and loud music at private apartment above 11 Downing StreetThe inquiry into whether Boris Johnson misled MPs over rule-breaking parties in Downing Street is homing in on a gathering in his private…
Detained activist fears for missing zero-Covid protesters in China
Ding Jiaxi tells his lawyer he is also worried about his own health after being held for more than three years The detained human rights activist Ding Jiaxi has expressed concern for the young protesters who have disappeared since participating in the …