EU litigates after UK's failure in nominating commission candidate
The EU has decided to pursue legal action against the UK, in light of their failure to nominate a candidate for the European Commission under European Union law. UK taxpayers could end up paying for a hefty fine, in spite of UK prime minister Boris Johnson's claims that he would abide by the law.
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UK to start easing lockdown restrictions as early as Monday
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Wednesday that the country could start easing its coronavirus lockdown restrictions as early as Monday. Britain has the highest number of deaths in Europe as the death toll crossed 30,000 on Wednesday. The official announcement will be made on Sunday.“We will want, if we possibly can, to get going with some of these measures on Monday,” Johnson told Parliament
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Vietnam: A likely post-pandemic winner
Vietnam’s response to the coronavirus crisis has been one of the best in the world, the country also lent a helping hand to the west that is likely to be rewarded once this pandemic is over. Vietnam adopted a proactive approach through border closures and strategic COVID-19 diplomacy. Vietnam has also donated medical supplies to many countries. US President also thanked Vietnam after America received 450,000 protective hazmat suits
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Italy may have ten times the current number of coronavirus cases
According to those in charge of collecting coronavirus data, Italy probably has ten times more coronavirus cases than the reported 64,000. Since testing can only take place at hospitals or labs, a large number of cases have likely gone undetected. The country is seriously short on both masks and ventilators.
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Greece now has its first-ever female president
Katerina Sakellaropoulou, Greece's first-ever female President, has been sworn in for a full five-year term. She was sworn in during a public ceremony that involved the minimum number of people and did not engage in handshakes. Sakellaropoulou, a conservative politician, has managed to get support from both conservative and left-wing parties.
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