Here’s a quick summary of what has happened around the world over the last 24 hours, brought to you exclusively by British Herald.
The head of the European Union agency for disease control said on Monday Britain was one of five European countries yet to reach the peak of its coronavirus outbreak, contradicting the British government’s line. As of May 4, Britain had recorded nearly 190,000 coronavirus cases and almost 28,500 deaths. Only Italy in Europe has so far counted more deaths from COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus.
The entrance to a planned high-speed rail line’s site office at London’s Euston station was blocked by protesters on Monday. Protesters believe that the money should be diverted from the project to strengthening health services to help the coronavirus pandemic. Two people with masks held a black banner across a road making a lorry turn back. Organisers said that the protest was part of day-long series of actions at various sites linked to the HS2 project.
A government-backed loan scheme to help Britain’s small businesses survive the coronavirus lockdown comes into effect on Monday, allowing firms such as hairdressing salons, coffee shops and florists to receive emergency cash.
Hundreds of people queued outside liquor stores in New Delhi on Monday as the Indian capital began easing some curbs after a 40-day lockdown against the coronavirus, while some offices resumed work with fewer staff and traffic trickled into the streets.
The nationwide lockdown, among the world’s strictest, is being relaxed in some areas with fewer infections, although it will stay until May 17, the government said last week. The measure was adopted on March 25 and extended twice.
For Business news, click here.
For Finance news, click here.
For Sports news, click here.
For Entertainment news, click here.
Stay tuned for our daily roundup tomorrow!