THE scientist leading Sweden’s battle against the coronavirus has claimed that Britain’s lockdown goes too far. Epidemiologist Anders Tegnell believes the UK shouldn’t have abandoned its original strategy as bars, restaurants and schools in his country remain open. Sweden has currently recorded 333 deaths of the coronavirus, with just over 6,000 infections. This puts it […]
New York sees 3,000 deaths in 30 days; China remembers those who died fighting virus; Trump rejects advice to wear masks. Follow the latest updatesLatest developments: at a glance‘Mask wars’: US faces more accusations of outbiddingFocus turns to US as …
CHINA held a three-minute moment of mourning across the country early Saturday to honor those who have died during the coronavirus outbreak, which has left more than a million people infected. The tribute was especially moving in the large city of Wuhan, where the virus was first detected in December. The commemorations took place at […]
A BEAR cub leans on his mum for support as she takes him fishing for the first time. She showed him and his brother how to catch fish at a lake in Kamchatka, Russia. Czech snapper Petr Simon said: “The family ran away together when a big male came.” The unique images were taken at […]
POLICE in South Africa have been filmed allegedly firing rubber bullets at nurses protesting over working conditions amid the coronavirus pandemic. The incident comes as reports emerge around the world of authorities staging violent crackdowns to enforce rules intended to stop the spread of the virus. ⚠️ Read our coronavirus live blog for the latest […]
THE world’s deserted streets have turned into concrete jungles stalked by pumas, jaguars… and goats. While the humans are shut in at home in coronavirus lockdown, animals all over the planet from Japan to Wales have come out in packs to reclaim the territory. ⚠️ Read our coronavirus live blog for the latest news & […]
FOUR of the world’s deadliest fish are lurking in this terrifying snap. Stonefish disguise themselves a rocks but a prick from one of the spines delivers a toxic venom that can kill a human in minutes. They trick unsuspecting swimmers by expertly camoflauging themselves against the reef – with most injuries caused by people accidentally […]
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US has one 1 in 5 cases globally; global cases pass 860,000; record daily fatalities in UK, France, Spain and RussiaWhite House officials predict up to 240,000 US coronavirus deathsUK coronavirus – live updatesThe most extreme lockdown controls around …
Global cases pass 750,000; Moscow locks down 12m people; Isis prisoners riot in Syria. Follow the latest updatesCoronavirus latest: at a glanceNew study reveals increased risks from middle ageAustralia coronavirus updates – liveSee all our coronavirus …