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Singapore extends coronavirus Jobs Support Scheme to March
Singapore, which has unleashed some S$93 billion (US$68 billion) of stimulus measures this year, said on Monday it would spend a further S$8 billion (US$5.8 billion) to extend a wage…
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US faces ‘worst’ flu season, coronavirus death toll of 300,000 by December
The United States surpassed 170,000 coronavirus deaths as health officials expressed concerns over Covid-19 complicating the autumn flu season.Deaths rose by at least 515 on Sunday, with Florida, Texas and…
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With coronavirus lockdowns many libraries (and librarians) have been more fabulous than ever | First Dog on the Moon
Cartoon by First Dog on the Moon Read the original article at The Guardian
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Malaysia’s rubber glove industry produces a fifth billionaire, as coronavirus boosts demand
Malaysia has long been a place where vast fortunes have been amassed over time. The Kuoks, Tehs and Queks are custodians of palm oil, property and banking empires that stretch…
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Thailand’s economy sees biggest second quarter contraction since Asian financial crisis
Thailand’s economy saw its biggest annual contraction in 22 years and a record quarterly fall in the April-June period, as the coronavirus pandemic and restriction measures hit tourism, exports and…
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Soon there won’t be anyone left this government hasn’t blamed for its mistakes | Nesrine Malik
As a second peak of Covid-19 infections looms, one thing is certain: the Conservative party is dedicating itself to what it does best – crafting a narrative that blames everyone…
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Japan’s second quarter GDP shrinks 27.8 per cent, as virus wipes out ‘Abenomics’ gains
Japan’s economy suffered a record contraction in the second quarter as a coronavirus state of emergency and lockdowns in the country’s major export markets hammered consumer spending, production and exports.…
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Hong Kong to extend social-distancing measures for another week as city confirms 44 new Covid-19 cases
Hong Kong’s ban on eating in restaurants at night will continue for another week, as the city confirmed 44 new Covid-19 cases on Monday.That came as a government adviser and…
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Coronavirus latest: South Korea warns of tighter rules; New Zealand postpones election
South Korea warned on Monday of tighter coronavirus restrictions as new outbreaks appeared, including one linked to a church where more than 300 members of the congregation have been infected…
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Fears overcrowding in Wetherspoon pubs may lead to Covid-19 spike
Fears that relaxed summer socialising will lead to a surge in Covid-19 cases around the UK have been heightened after concerns that JD Wetherspoon is failing to prevent overcrowding in…