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Worst-case scenario could see 120,000 Covid-19 deaths this winter – scientists
The “reasonable worst-case scenario” would see the R rate rise to 1.7 from September.
France’s health workers to be given €8bn pay rise for the role they have played in fighting coronavirus
The announcement has prompted calls for similar moves to be made in the UK.
Johnson makes face coverings compulsory… in 10 days time
"No rush. Our studies show that the virus will only start getting dangerous in 10 days' time", Michael Deacon mockingly said.
UK arms sales to Saudi Arabia “illegal, immoral and deadly”
The brutal bombardment in Yemen is "only possible because of the complicity and support of arms dealing governments like the UK."
Florida reports record coronavirus cases as Disney World reopens
California had the previous record of daily positive cases at 11,694, set on Wednesday.
Hopes of marriage for Russian same-sex couples ended by amendment
The voter-approved reforms means same-sex couples do not enjoy some significant rights available to other couples.
Millionaires ask governments to ‘please tax us’ to aid Covid-19 recovery
There are 46.8 million millionaires worldwide and they own nearly half of the world’s global total wealth.
Coronavirus immunity may only last a few months, study suggests
Immunity antibodies decrease significantly in the three months following infection.
Wetherspoons launch ‘Sunak specials’ after successfully lobbying government on tax breaks
The chancellor is dubbed a "legend" on 'Sunak's Specials' and 'Dishi Rishi' promotions.