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UK jobs recovery could stutter until end of 2023, says OECD
Analysis suggests recent rise in employment will go into reverse over next six months Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage Britain’s jobs recovery could be delayed until…
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How your mask protects other people – video explainer
Since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, many countries have brought in rules, and even laws, requiring people to wear face masks to help contain the spread of the virus.…
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Sydney to remain locked down for another week – as it happened
Victoria eases Melbourne restrictions; more than a dozen NSW residents under 55 in hospital with Covid. This blog is now closed NSW restrictions; NSW hotspots; Qld restrictions; Qld hotspots Sydney…
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Heathrow to pilot fast-track lanes for vaccinated arrivals
Airline industry steps up pressure on ministers to open up quarantine-free travel for amber countries Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage Heathrow is to trial fast-track lanes…
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European Union’s Covid-19 travel pass discriminates against the developing world
Ever since the coronavirus pandemic began, Asians have been vocal about hate that has rocked their communities worldwide. Much of that unreasonable prejudice has been in the form of targeted…
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NSW’s ‘gold standard’ on Covid tarnished as Gladys Berejiklian faces acid test
The premier’s words hammered home the seriousness of the situation and the challenges for leaders trying to control coronavirus NSW restrictions; NSW hotspots Download the free Guardian news app; Get…
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In India, a park made of human ashes pays tribute to victims of Covid-19’s second wave
When local residents start using a new park in Bhopal for their morning walk, they may not know that they are treading on the remains of the 6,000 people who…
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Coronavirus: Singapore excludes China’s Sinovac jabs from national vaccination tally; South Korea cases surge
Singapore is not counting people who took Sinovac Biotech’s CoronaVac vaccine in its national count, according to the Ministry of Health.Only people who have taken Moderna and Pfizer shots are…
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Network of shared office spaces takes shape in Hong Kong as pandemic boosts demand for flexible work arrangements
A network of co-working spaces that people can use with just one membership pass is starting to take shape in Hong Kong after the pandemic boosted demand for remote working…
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Victoria Covid restrictions explained: update to Melbourne and regional Vic coronavirus rules
Victorian Covid-19 restrictions are easing further as the Melbourne coronavirus outbreak comes under control. Is the 25km travel limit being lifted? How many visitors are allowed? Is mask-wearing compulsory? Are…