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“From this evening I must give the British people a very simple instruction – you must stay at home,” says Mr Johnson, speaking to the UK. “Because the critical thing we must do is stop the disease spreading between households.” He says that is why people will only be able …

China’s mass deployment of medical aid to fight the coronavirus reached Africa as Ethiopia received its first shipment of supplies, including protective gear and test kits, for distribution across the continent from billionaire Jack Ma. The Horn of Africa nation received 5.4 million face masks, more than 1 million testing …

Former Real Madrid president Lorenzo Sanz has passed away aged 76 after being hospitalized with coronavirus, his son has confirmed. Ex-Real Madrid chief Lorenzo Sanz sadly passed away on Saturday after contracting coronavirus. The 76-year-old’s son Lorenzo Sanz Duran confirmed the news in an emotional message posted on Twitter. “My father has just …

President Trump claims a drug used against malaria has been approved in the United States to treat the new coronavirus. Chloroquine is one of the oldest and best-known anti-malarial drugs. So is the president right and what is known about its effectiveness? Chloroquine has been around for decades. It’s no …

China reported no new local cases of the deadly coronavirus for a third consecutive day Saturday but confirmed the highest yet increase in infections from abroad. The rate of infection has been slowing for weeks in China, while the rest of the world steps up measures to try and battle …

The Vatican department for liturgy published guidelines on Friday for bishops and priests on the celebration of Holy Week, the Triduum, and Easter liturgies during the coronavirus pandemic. The document recommends that bishops postpone those liturgies which may be postponed. It also indicates how priests and bishops can offer those …

Legendary country music singer and songwriter Kenny Rogers died Friday night, according to representatives. He was 81. “Rogers passed away peacefully at home from natural causes under the care of hospice and surrounded by his family,” Rogers’ spokesman Keith Hagan said in a written statement. Hits including “The Gambler,” “Lucille,” “Lady,” and …

A staff member in US Vice President Mike Pence’s office has tested positive for coronavirus, a spokesperson for Pence announced on Friday evening. Though Pence’s office did not identify the individual or provide other information about the person or the job they hold, the announcement, however, marks the first known positive test for the …

The man in charge of leading the Netherland’s fight against the coronavirus has resigned after collapsing during a government debate. Medical Care Minister Bruno Bruins suddenly keeled over while updating the parliament on Wednesday. Alarming video shows colleagues rushing over to grab the 56-year-old as he crumples to the floor in the …

International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) Ranks 2nd Globally and as well in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) as Islamic Finance Bookrunner and Mandated Lead Arranger – Bloomberg Syndicated Loans League Tables 2019 Jeddah, Saudi Arabia 18 March 2020 – The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC), member of …