Germany's confirmed coronavirus cases rise by 2,400 - RKI - Reuters

2021-07-31 03:34:00 UTC

The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Germany increased by 2,400 to 3,769,165, data from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) for infectious diseases showed on Saturday. The reported death toll rose by 21 to 91,658, the tally showed. (Reporting by Berlin Ne Read more at Reuters

Covid: what is changing for fully vaccinated travellers to England?

2021-07-28 15:50:56 UTC

We examine the new regulations regarding quarantine, testing and proving inoculation after 4 August

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Millions of people living outside the UK will be allowed quarantine-free Read more at The Guardian

ITV ad revenues rebound on back of Euro 2020 and easing of Covid controls

2021-07-28 08:20:05 UTC

Broadcaster reports largest June advertising revenues in its 66-year history

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ITV said it has put the worst of the coronavirus pandemic behind it, after the Euro 2020 footbal Read more at The Guardian

Barclays shareholders to receive 800m as Covid payout curbs scrapped

2021-07-28 08:43:45 UTC

Banks pre-tax profits rise to 2.6m in second quarter after lifting of most UK lockdown restrictions

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Barclays shareholders are in line for a payout of more than 800m from Read more at The Guardian

Nerve changes in eyes can help confirm 'long COVID'; Mental health issues tied to COVID-19 death risk - Reuters

2021-07-28 18:18:00 UTC

The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts to find treatments and vaccines for COVID-19. Read more at Reuters

China reports 55 new COVID-19 cases as Delta variant spreads in Nanjing - Reuters

2021-07-31 02:35:00 UTC

China reported on Saturday 55 new coronavirus cases in the mainland for July 30, compared with 64 cases a day earlier, the health authority said. Read more at Reuters

A Tale of Two Cities: In the 'bubble' and the Tokyo outside - Reuters

2021-07-29 22:04:00 UTC

The Tokyo Olympics is running a village for athletes and coaches where more than 80% are vaccinated against the coronavirus, testing is compulsory and movement is stringently curtailed. Read more at Reuters

China reports 64 new COVID-19 cases as Delta resurgence continues in Nanjing - Reuters

2021-07-30 02:54:00 UTC

China reported on Friday 64 new coronavirus cases in the mainland for July 29, compared with 49 cases a day earlier, the health authority said. Read more at Reuters

COVID SCIENCE-Antibody test reliability faulted; new predictor of COVID-19 severity - Reuters

2021-07-30 20:29:00 UTC

The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts to find treatments and vaccines for COVID-19. Read more at Reuters

China reports 55 new COVID-19 cases as Delta variant spreads in Nanjing - Reuters UK

2021-07-31 05:03:00 UTC

China reported on Saturday 55 new coronavirus cases in the mainland for July 30, compared with 64 cases a day earlier, the health authority said. Read more at Reuters

COVID SCIENCE-Nerve changes in eyes can help confirm 'long COVID'; Mental health issues tied to COVID-19 death risk - Reuters

2021-07-28 17:58:00 UTC

The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts to find treatments and vaccines for COVID-19. Read more at Reuters

Isolated Myanmar calls for international help - Reuters

2021-07-29 08:19:26 UTC

Myanmar's military ruler is looking for greater cooperation with the international community to contain the coronavirus, state media reported on Wednesday. Read more at Reuters

Japan's medical association demands government urgency to stem pandemic -Kyodo - Reuters

2021-07-29 08:29:00 UTC

The Japan Medical Association has demanded that the government share its sense of urgency to stem a rapid surge in coronavirus infections, Kyodo news agency reported on Thursday. Read more at Reuters

Canada economy seen jumping by 0.7% in June after May dip - Reuters

2021-07-30 12:37:00 UTC

The Canadian economy most likely expanded by 0.7% in June as businesses reopened after shutdowns imposed to help fight the coronavirus pandemic, Statistics Canada said on Friday. Read more at Reuters

UK Covid cases rise for second day running amid drop in testing

2021-07-29 17:08:28 UTC

Experts warn against drawing conclusions from fluctuations as 31,117 daily infections reported

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The daily number of reported Covid cases in the UK has risen for the second da Read more at The Guardian

Smart for firms to insist returning staff are fully vaccinated, says Dominic Raab

2021-07-29 22:40:41 UTC

Foreign secretary says he can understand why businesses would want to adopt a tough stance

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Dominic Raab said it would be smart for businesses to insist staff are fully v Read more at The Guardian

Coronavirus Cases At The Tokyo Olympics Continue To Increase

2021-07-29 07:24:40 UTC

Olympic organizers say another 24 Games-related personnel have tested positive for the coronavirus in the past day. Since July 1, 193 people linked to the Games have received positive test results. Read more at NPR

Australian Troops Will Help Enforce A Coronavirus Lockdown In Sydney

2021-07-30 14:59:49 UTC

About 300 unarmed soldiers are joining local police in the city of 6 million to enforce coronavirus restrictions as authorities try to quell a new outbreak linked to the delta variant. Read more at NPR

UK retail sales dip slightly in July after post-lockdown jump-CBI - Reuters

2021-07-27 10:01:00 UTC

British retailers reported only a slight slowdown in July after sales growth hit its highest in almost three years in June, the first full month after non-essential shops reopened from a coronavirus shutdown, industry data showed on Tuesday. Read more at Reuters

Saudi Arabia threatens 3-year travel ban for citizens who visit "red list" states - Reuters

2021-07-27 14:00:00 UTC

Saudi Arabia will impose a three-year travel ban on citizens travelling to countries on the kingdom's 'red list' under efforts to curb the spread of coronavirus and its new variants, state news agency SPA said on Tuesday. Read more at Reuters