Asia-focused insurance giant Prudential has seen its sales take a hit amid global lockdowns in the last few months, and its shares are down over 7 per cent today. The group’s sales across Asia fell by 24 per cent in the first quarter of this year, with Hong Kong seeing the biggest drop. But, on … Read more
Boris Johnson’s ‘dangerous’ coronavirus strategy will lead to more outbreaks and lockdowns, an ‘alternative SAGE’ panel of experts warned today. The independent scientists say the PM’s aim of flattening infections and ensuring the NHS is not overwhelmed until a vaccine is ready is ‘foolish’. This is because GPs and councils have no idea how many people in their … Read more
Florida has now officially reopened with most coronavirus restrictions being lifted as of today as about half of all US states partially reopen their economies after the lockdown. As part of the reopening in Florida, which has seen 1,300 deaths and 36,000 infections among its 21.5 million residents, retailers and restaurants across much of the … Read more
People across the country are slowly trickling out of quarantine and heading to local parks, beaches, and the few up-and-running businesses as states begin to reopen. So far 31 states in the US have lifted some coronavirus lockdown restrictions with most governors restarting the economy in phases, staring with allowing retailers and recreational parks to … Read more
The world has seen an average of six percent drop in greenhouse gases amid the coronavirus pandemic due to lockdowns and industry shutdowns. Although levels rose to new records this time last year, the decrease is still not significant enough to halt climate change, the United Nation’s weather agency warns. Experts say that once the … Read more
Americans have taken part in mass protests after President Donald Trump urged supporters to ‘liberate’ states from governors’ stringent coronavirus lockdowns. Demonstrators rallied in the streets waving huge USA flags and called for the country to reopen despite the pandemic ripping through the country. Thousands raced to the Florida coastline after Governor Ron DeSantis gave the … Read more
How much are you binge watching? Study finds Americans are streaming eight hours of content a day and finishing three TV series every week during coronavirus lockdowns Americans are using streaming sites more during coronavirus lockdowns A survey asked 2,000 Americans about their viewing habits The average person is watching at least eight hours of … Read more
Dr Anthony Fauci admitted that he finds President Donald Trump’s daily coronavirus briefings ‘really draining’ as he put a damper on ‘overly optimistic’ White House projections for when the lockdowns could be lifted. Fauci has become one of the most prominent voices on the White House coronavirus task force, appearing alongside Trump almost every day … Read more
JJ Foodservice Order online for next day delivery – depending on your location The business who supplied Wasabi, You Me Sushi and schools are also now selling to the public. Sezer Ozkul, Chief Products Officer told FEMAIL: ‘Our business literally changed overnight – on March 21st we had an emergency strategy meeting. ‘By the end … Read more
Think your lockdown’s a handful? Spare a thought for the nation’s puppy breeders – and one family who have 12 six-week-old pups living in their kitchen! Mrs Cousins-Brown, a Kennel Club breeder, has 12 six-week-old briard pups All the puppies are reserved and were due to be picked up by their new owners The coronavirus … Read more