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Two children stabbed to death A one-year-old girl and a three-year-old boy have been stabbed to death at a house in east London.  The one-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene on Aldborough Road North in Ilford. The boy was rushed to hospital but died later.  A 40-year-old man was also taken to hospital for treatment after suffering knife injuries. According to the Met Police, the three are known to each other.  The Metropolitan Police responded to the incident on Sunday evening and have now launched a murder investigation. But officers are not searching for anyone in connection with the…

Monday 27 April BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Monday 27 April 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers. The top story this Monday Morning: Boris Johnson returns to work. His return comes as pressure mounts to increase testing in the UK and ease the lockdown Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 3,003,889 Deaths: 207,103 Recovered: 882,677 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus: Global cases top 3 million. Boris Johnson returns to work. ICU bed shortages in most prefectures in Japan during peak. UK:…

Liberal Democrat leader Sir Edward Jonathan ‘Ed’ Davey fasted on Saturday and took part in an online iftari with Muslims to show support for Britain’s Muslims observing the month of Ramadan, unusually, under a strict lockdown due to coronavirus. This is a first for Muslims in Britain, unlike other years, there will be no Iftari party’s or extended family meals together in restaurants and no congregational prayers at Masjids. Several Prominent Liberal Democrats are joining Muslims during Ramadan and will fast with them to raise money for a food charity in the UK. Sir Ed Davey, MP Layla Moran, Siobhan Benita, and several other British Liberal…

Countries in the Middle East have been implementing plans for a gradual return to normal life after the COVID-19 pandemic forced the world into strict lockdown measures. Saudi Arabia joined the UAE and Jordan that have eased restrictions on people’s movement. But these countries have remained on high alert to avoid a new wave of infections. https://twitter.com/CICSaudi/status/1253764422251827206 Middle Eastern Countries ease virus lockdown A royal decree in Saudi Arabia announced on Sunday morning said the curfew is off from 9 o’clock in the morning to 5 o’clock in the afternoon, from April 26, 2020, to May 13, 2020. Makkah and…

The Book Corner – By Yvonne Ridley – Lockdown Episode 1 – featuring a book review on Orwell’s book ‘Down & Out in Paris and London’ by George Orwell. ‘Down and Out in Paris & London’ is the first full-length work by the English author George Orwell, published in 1933. His book exposes the poverty existing in two major powerful and prosperous cities of Paris and London. The first part is an account of living in near-destitution in Paris and the experience of casual labour in restaurant kitchens. The second part, which was added later, is a travelogue of life…

Trump suggests injecting disinfectant President Trump has been slammed by the medical community after suggesting research into whether Covid-19 might be treated by injecting disinfectant into the body. He has been accused of spreading dangerous disinformation to Americans.  The president of the United States also proposed using UV light on patients bodies. But his idea was dismissed by a doctor at the briefing.   One of his officials had moments earlier said sunlight and disinfectant were known to kill the infection.  Disinfectants are hazardous substances and can be poisonous if ingested. They can also be dangerous to the skin, eyes and…

Friday 24 April BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGFriday 24 April 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers.Friday’s leading story: Ramadan starts amid unprecedented times. #Ramadan2020Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 2,715,189Deaths: 191,074Recovered: 749,661 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus: global numbers top 2.7 million. The limits to Japan’s shutdown request revealed.Virus tests available for millions of key workers in England.A UK doctor’s pleas for PPE just before his death. Saudi G20 presidency calls for increased contributions to Covid-19 global fight.Ramadam starts amid unprecedented lockdown restrictions including…

Thursday 23 April BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Thursday 23 April 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers. The breaking story this Thursday morning: US will shoot Iranian boats ‘out of the water’ says Trump. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 2,638,909 Deaths: 184,249 Recovered: 722,055 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus: Global cases top 2.6 million. Japanese asked to hunker down during Golden Week. Social restrictions will remain in the UK for the rest of the year: Prof Whitty. Half of UK health…

Wednesday 22 April BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Wednesday 22 April 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers. The breaking story this Wednesday morning: coronavirus second wave could be even worse says US health chief. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 2,557,917 Deaths: 177,688 Recovered: 695,325 Summary: What do the papers say? The coronavirus has now infected more than 2.5 million people worldwide. More than 45,000 have died in the US. Coronavirus second wave could be even worse says US health chief, as it…

Tuesday 21 April BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Tuesday 21 April 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers. The breaking story this Tuesday morning is Virgin Australia collapses under coronavirus strain. Richard Branson has offered up Necker Island to secure a bailout. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 2,482,215 Deaths: 170,471 Recovered: 652,170 Summary: What do the papers say? Global cases top 2.4 million. Virgin Australia collapses under the virus strain. Japan tries a more open approach to tracking the virus. NHS supplies at…

Monday 20 April BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGMonday 20 April 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers.Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 2,408,359Deaths: 165,107Recovered: 629,129 Summary: What do the papers say? Global coronavirus numbers top 2.4 million as USA protests to lift lockdown measures, encouraged by the President!Japan: Komeito cash handout demand highlights Abe’s fading power amid the global crisis. UK: Plasma treatment to be trialled. UK: PM Boris Johnson against easing lockdown measures due to fears of a “second wave.” Germany takes first steps back to normal…

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Turkey’s confirmed coronavirus cases have risen to 82,329, Health Minister Fahrettin Koca said on Saturday, overtaking neighbouring Iran for the first time to register the highest total in the Middle East. This is an increase of 3,783 cases in the last 24 hours also pushed Turkey’s confirmed tally within a few hundred of China, where the novel coronavirus first emerged. The Health Minister said 121 more people have died, taking the death toll to 1,890. A total of 1,822 people have recovered from coronavirus so far, and the number of tests carried out over the past 24 hours came to…

Friday April 17 BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGFriday 17 April 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers.The coronavirus has infected more than 2.1 million people worldwide and killed over 146,000. Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 2,184,681Deaths: 146,898Recovered: 553,227 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus: Global cases top 2.1 millionCommunities on the frontline: How the British community spirit is getting stronger. UK lockdown could last until June.NHS boss desperate for gowns speaks to the BBC.Saudi Arabia pledges $500 million to combat coronavirus.  coronavirus updates Coronavirus: Live…

The UK Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab Lockdown in the UK has been extended for a further three weeks.  The NHS is struggling to cope, new makeshift hospitals are being made and the countries economy is on the verge of collapsing. But the British community spirit is getting stronger. It was always inevitable that the UK will struggle for health care facilities and delivering food and essentials to the most vulnerable. When this pandemic it reaches the peak of the coronavirus outbreak, it may even collapse, so communities in London and the Northwest have taken it upon themselves to help the…

Breaking News: UK Lockdown extended. The UK’s coronavirus lockdown measures will be extended for at least three more weeks, First Secretary of State Dominic Raab has announced in today’s news briefing. Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab took his place inside Downing Street to start the daily News Briefing and began by announcing that the lockdown will be extended for a further three weeks. Many analysts were expecting this, however, some had hoped that some of the restrictions would be lifted to create some life into the economy. https://twitter.com/WTXbusiness/status/1250821810494550016 He went on to say: “Step by step, our action plan aims to…

Thursday 16 april BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGThursday 16 April 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers.Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 2,084,595Deaths: 134,677Recovered: 515,296 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus: Global cases top 2.06 million.USA: Trump’s big show of opening the US economy will leave life and death decisions to others.Japan: Abe’s administration faces flak over hesitance to compensate virus-hit businesses. UK: Ministers to back a three-week extension to the lockdown.UK: Pregnant nurse dies of Covid19, adding concern among health workers.WHO addresses Trump’s decision…

Wednesday 15 April BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGWednesday 15 April 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers.Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 2,000,336Deaths: 126,760Recovered: 484,757 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus: Global cases top 2 million – as US President Trump’s name will appear on the cheques sent to millions of Americans.Untraceable cases in Japan raise fear the outbreak is spiralling out of control – similar to Western countries.UK economy could shrink by 35%  this spring with 2 million job losses the OBR warns. The…

Trump’s TV meltdown Donald Trump has used a daily White House coronavirus news conference to rant against the US media.  In a lengthy speech, Trump threw accusations against news organisations – mainly The New York Times.  https://twitter.com/morethanmySLE/status/1249857588642144257 ‘The biggest meltdown from a US president EVER’ One television network described it a “the biggest meltdown from a US president” they’d ever seen.  During his rant, a video produced by White House staff was shown. It included a montage of select clips of State governors praising him for his handling of the crisis.  “You’re a fake, you know you’re a fake,” he…

Tuesday April 14 BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGTuesday 14 April 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers.The coronavirus has infected more than 1.9 million people worldwide and killed over 119,000.Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 1,929,518Deaths: 119,779Recovered: 453,015 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus cases now top 1.9 million globally. Japan introduces new measures to tackle the outbreak.India has extended the world’s biggest coronavirus lockdown.UK: Older people being ‘airbrushed’ from virus figures. Medical Unions warn UK stock of protective gowns is critically low.Turkey releases prisoners to…

Monday April 13 BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGMonday 13 April 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 8:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers.The US has the highest number of infections with over 560, 000 cases and 22,000 deaths. New York state alone has more cases than any country.Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 1,857,115Deaths: 114,332Recovered: 428,333 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus: Global cases top 1.85 million.UK lockdown to be reviewed as it enters its fourth week. All eyes on France’s PM this Monday, will he pass the test on testing? Spain…

Friday April 10 BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGFriday 310April 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers.The coronavirus has infected more than 1.6 million people worldwide and killed over 95,000. The US now has the most confirmed cases worldwide — more than 466,000 according to a WTX News count.Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 1,605,692Deaths: 95,765Recovered: 356,969 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus global cases now top 1.6 million.Japanese ICUs understaffed and overlooked.Hundreds of UK care home deaths not recorded in official coronavirus toll.Gov tells…

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Thursday, April 9 BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Thursday 9 April 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers. The coronavirus has infected more than 1.5 million people worldwide and killed over 88,000. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 1,519,218 Deaths: 88,531 Recovered: 330,880 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus: Global cases top 1.5 million, with the US and UK recording their highest daily deaths in a single day. Japan logs anther 455 cases, one day after a state of emergency is declared. British…

Wednesday 8 April BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Wednesday 8 April 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 1,431,973 Deaths: 82,096 Recovered: 302,209 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus: Global cases top 1.4 million. Japan says virus is ‘biggest crisis since WW2’ and unveils its battle plan. Boris Johnson spends second night in intensive care. Saudi Arabia cases could hit 200,000 says, health minister. Wuhan’s 76-day travel ban lifted. Did the WHO bottle it? Who can we…