The second wave is here: Europe sees a surge in coronavirus infections in many countries and cities. Spain’s capital Madrid is Europe’s new coronavirus hotspot. But medical staff say they’re ready. And...
Fears of wider war as Azerbaijan-Armenia fighting escalates – BBC News
President Putin of Russia has called for an end to hostilities in the Nagorno-Karabakh region — he said the fighting between Azerbaijan and Armenia was a tragedy — while Iran warned it could escalate into a...
Hospital admissions return to peak pandemic levels in parts of north England – BBC News
Hospital admissions in the UK are rising rapidly, especially in the north of England where there are warnings that in some areas they are returning to levels seen during the original peak of the pandemic.
VP has evolved from minor office to more consequential role
For much of US history, the role of vice president has been to remain in the shadows. The VP was considered a backup to the president, and was expected to do very little. But the position isn’t what it once was...
Clashes in Athens as verdict is announced in five-year trial of Greece’s far-right Golden Dawn
Demonstrators and police clashed outside the Supreme Court in Athens as crowds gathered to protest against the self-described nationalist party Golden Dawn, after 68 defendants were found guilty of crimes including the...
Lockdown extended
The Israeli government has approved, late on Tuesday, plans to extend the emergency #coronavirus lockdown measures until at least October 13.
