What is the coronavirus? A coronavirus is a type of virus which can cause illness in animals and people. Viruses break into cells inside their host and use them to reproduce itself and disrupt the body’s normal functions. Coronaviruses are named after the Latin word ‘corona’, which means crown, because they are encased by a … Read more
The coronavirus death toll in America doubled in the span of just two days as new potential hotspots emerge in urban centers around the country. The US currently leads the world in coronavirus infections with 123,778 reported as of Sunday morning. The death toll surpassed 2,100 on Saturday, doubling figures reported two days earlier. New … Read more
As the number of confirmed coronavirus cases in America exceeds 100,000, a number of major cities are emerging as worrying potential hotspots. While New York remained the worst hit city in the U.S., Americans braced for worsening conditions elsewhere, with worrisome infection numbers being reported in New Orleans, Chicago and Boston. Dr. John Brooks of the … Read more
Supermarkets to stockpile supplies in coronavirus ‘hotspots’ to prevent food from running short Environment Secretary George Eustice will hold talks with supermarket chiefs It will be aimed at stopping panic buying and ensuring food supply continues They will also consider how the supermarkets will deliver food to elderly people By Mark Hookham For The Mail On … Read more
As another year draws to a close, it’s time to spin the globe and think about where we might travel in 2020. The good news is the choices have never been better, as airlines launch new routes, destinations stage major events, and hotels and tour operators create original and enticing experiences. This year the Foreign … Read more
Britain’s tourist hotspots have seen visitor numbers plummet as coronavirus grips hold of the UK. Typically bustling high streets in London saw far less shoppers than usual this afternoon, with only a handful of people seen venturing out into capital. Photographs from Oxford Street and New Bond Street show near-empty roads and streets in the West … Read more
The UK’s culinary reputation has soared in recent years – and you don’t have to head to the obvious spots like London to enjoy it. Here we turn the spotlight on six areas that have managed to stay below the radar, but are just perfect for foodie breaks. Abergavenny, Wales Visitors at the Abergavenny Food … Read more
One of Britain’s most prestigious private schools is shut today after two students who visited coronavirus-hit countries over half term fell ill – with the headteacher blaming NHS delays for forcing her hand, it was revealed today. The £19,000-a-year Dulwich Prep in south London has been closed down until Monday at the earliest after ‘several’ … Read more