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Your Next Uber Ride Could Be Very Different With A Masked Driver, Open Windows, And Plastic Screens
The ride-hailing app is rolling out new rules for drivers and passengers around the world as journeys pickup as lockdown measures lift.
Boris Johnson’s Attempt To Ease England’s Lockdown Is Confusing. Here’s What We Know So Far
Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s update on Sunday sowed confusion and concern among unions, teachers and workers, but the government says it will clarify its plans on Monday.
Black People Are Four Times More Likely To Die From Coronavirus, U.K. Statistics Show
The figures, even adjusted for socio-economic factors, show that black people are twice as likely to die a COVID-related death, suggesting that other “unexplained” factors are at play, the U.K.’s statistics agency said.
Report: Patients Turned Away As London’s Emergency Coronavirus Hospital Becomes ‘A White Elephant’
The hard work of NHS staff means the specialist intensive care facility has thankfully not been filled, but a senior official has raised concerns that its cost may outweigh its usefulness.
Coronavirus Vaccine In 12-18 Months Is ‘Ambitious’, Roche CEO Says
The global race to develop a vaccine is on, but getting it to market by the end of 2021 is unlikely, the CEO of the Swiss pharmaceuticals giant suggested on Wednesday.
U.K.: Coronavirus Death Toll 40% Higher Than Reported, New Data Shows
The U.K. saw its deadliest week in 20 years, with a third of all deaths in the week until April 10 linked to coronavirus.
Proning: Lying Coronavirus Patients On Their Stomachs Might Reduce Need For Ventilation, Experts Say
Proning, or prone positioning, is a “simple” technique that clinicians can use to potentially save lives, the Intensive Care Society said.
What’s Behind The Sharp Rise In New York City’s Coronavirus Death Toll?
An additional 3,700 cases were added to the city’s death toll on Tuesday, taking it past 10,000.
Experts Split Over Why Coronavirus Is Killing So Many More People In The UK Than In Ireland
Experts questioned why the U.K. had seen a dramatically higher death rate compared with Ireland, despite the neighbours having a similar number of intensive care beds.
Amazon Fires Two More Employees After Calling Out Warehouse Working Conditions
Tech workers Emily Cunningham and Meren Costa were let go for “repeatedly” violating “internal policies,” after speaking out on the company’s climate approach and lack of protection for warehouse workers.
