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Russian Prime Minister diagnosed with coronavirus; Denmark says partial reopening has not led to bigger spread of infection; Spain assigns time slots for outdoor activities Russian prime minister diagnosed with coronavirus; Denmark says partial reopening has not led to bigger spread of infection; Spain assigns time slots for outdoor activities
New York state governor Andrew Cuomo said the New York subway will close between 1am and 5am from 7 May to allow the MTA to disinfect the carriages, train and stations, and protect essential workers from contracting coronavirus. South Africa reported another 297 positive cases of the coronavirus on Thursday, bringing the total in the country to 5,647, the health department said.
The Czech Republic will allow cultural and sports events involving up to 100 people to go ahead from 11 May as part of the next phase of relaxing restrictions imposed to combat the spread of the coronavirus, officials said. This will include cinema screenings, theatre performances and religious services. The move comes sooner than the government had originally planned after it said the spread of the virus was now contained. “The total number of tests conducted to date is 207,530 of which 10,403 were done in the last 24 hours,” the Ministry of Health said. Deaths still remain at 103.
Wednesday’s increase of 354 in infections was the highest in a 24-hour cycle.
South Africa’s five-week strict national lockdown ends on Friday, but with only a clutch of industries being allowed to operate in a bid to keep the economy going while keeping the spread of the virus at bay.
A rise in cases of Covid-19 across northern Nigeria has seen several states controversially deport hundreds of “almajiris” - mostly children, studying in Islamic boarding schools - back to their states of origin.
The states, most in Nigeria’s majority Muslim north, say the deportations are to halt the spread of Covid-19. Yet the deportations of mostly vulnerable children appear to be spreading it across states where the capacity to trace and test for Covid-19 is extremely limited.
This afternoon, the Kaduna state government, in north-west Nigeria, said 16 new cases of Covid-19 were of almajiris, recently deported from neighbouring Kano state, where hundreds of unexplained deaths have occured in the last week.
Doctors in Kano told the Guardian there has been a rise in pneumonia cases in recent weeks, heightening fears of a Covid-19 outbreak.
The mass deportations of vulnerable children, who may have Covid-19 has caused alarm in Nigeria.
Almajiris, enrolled in conservative Islamic schools, are often sent away from their homes without school fees, with many resorting to begging on the streets. As extreme poverty has grown, the system has become increasingly exploited.
In the last 6 months, several almajiri schools have been shut after it emerged thousands were being enslaved, tortured and sexually abused.
Authorities have been accused of ill treatment, with reports of almajiris being left in other states without protection.
State-to-state deportations are contentious yet do occur in Nigeria, where state rights are sensitive.
The increasing deportations of these children, some of whom appear to have Covid-19, moving between poor states with limited health services is worrying.
Their health infrastructure to test or trace for the spread of Covid-19 is severely limited. Nigeria overall is struggling to boost testing, with just 13,000 tests administered.
The number of confirmed infections across the country is relatively low - 1.728 - but the daily rise in new cases has been gradually accelerating.
The New York state governor, Andrew Cuomo, said the New York subway will close between 1am and 5am from 7 May to allow the MTA to disinfect the carriages, train and stations, to protect essential workers from contracting coronavirus.
The Czech Republic will allow cultural and sports events involving up to 100 people to go ahead from 11 May as part of the next phase of relaxing restrictions imposed to combat the spread of the coronavirus, officials said.
This will include cinema screenings, theatre performances and religious services. The move comes sooner than the government had originally planned after it said the spread of the virus was now contained.
Large events, however, such as music festivals due this summer with thousands of people, will not take place, the culture minister, Lubomír Zaorálek, said.Large events, however, such as music festivals due this summer with thousands of people, will not take place, the culture minister, Lubomír Zaorálek, said.
The country of 10.7 million people is cautiously opening up its economy after it shut schools, shops and restaurants in March and imposed a lockdown.The country of 10.7 million people is cautiously opening up its economy after it shut schools, shops and restaurants in March and imposed a lockdown.
The Czech Republic has seen the number of new cases drop below 100 for the past eight days, and the number of active cases has also been on the decline.The Czech Republic has seen the number of new cases drop below 100 for the past eight days, and the number of active cases has also been on the decline.
Stores of up to 2,500 square metres reopened on Monday.Stores of up to 2,500 square metres reopened on Monday.
From 11 May, shopping malls and larger shops are also set to reopen, along with outdoor restaurants and pubs, hairdressers, and museums.From 11 May, shopping malls and larger shops are also set to reopen, along with outdoor restaurants and pubs, hairdressers, and museums.
The last phase is due on 25 May with restaurants, pubs and hotels returning to action.The last phase is due on 25 May with restaurants, pubs and hotels returning to action.
Denmark says partial reopening has not accelerated virus spreadDenmark says partial reopening has not accelerated virus spread
Authorities in Denmark, became the first country outside of Asia to ease lockdown measures a fortnight ago, said the spread of Covid-19 had not accelerated. Day care centres and schools began reopening in the Nordic country two weeks ago, followed by hairdressers and other small businesses on 20 April. The move came after the number of infections and deaths slowed.Authorities in Denmark, became the first country outside of Asia to ease lockdown measures a fortnight ago, said the spread of Covid-19 had not accelerated. Day care centres and schools began reopening in the Nordic country two weeks ago, followed by hairdressers and other small businesses on 20 April. The move came after the number of infections and deaths slowed.
Spain allocates times slots for outdoor activities, as death toll fallsSpain allocates times slots for outdoor activities, as death toll falls
Health authorities in Spain have said time slots for specific outdoor activities will be used to help the country avoid confusion and further contagion when adults are allowed out on Saturday to exercise for the first time since mid-March. Spain’s daily death toll fell to its lowest level in nearly six week, with 268 fatalities related to Covid-19 recorded overnight.Health authorities in Spain have said time slots for specific outdoor activities will be used to help the country avoid confusion and further contagion when adults are allowed out on Saturday to exercise for the first time since mid-March. Spain’s daily death toll fell to its lowest level in nearly six week, with 268 fatalities related to Covid-19 recorded overnight.
Eurozone records 3.8% slump, as ECB chief warns of worse to comeEurozone records 3.8% slump, as ECB chief warns of worse to come
The head of the European Central Bank has warned that the eurozone could be on course for a 15% collapse in output in the second quarter as evidence of the economic toll caused by Covid-19 pandemic started to emerge, with France and Italy falling into recession.The head of the European Central Bank has warned that the eurozone could be on course for a 15% collapse in output in the second quarter as evidence of the economic toll caused by Covid-19 pandemic started to emerge, with France and Italy falling into recession.
Another 3.8 million Americans lose jobs as US unemployment continues to growAnother 3.8 million Americans lose jobs as US unemployment continues to grow
Another 3.8 million people lost their jobs in the US last week as the coronavirus pandemic continued to batter the economy. The pace of layoffs appears to be slowing, but in just six weeks an unprecedented 30 million Americans have now sought unemployment benefits and the numbers are still growing.Another 3.8 million people lost their jobs in the US last week as the coronavirus pandemic continued to batter the economy. The pace of layoffs appears to be slowing, but in just six weeks an unprecedented 30 million Americans have now sought unemployment benefits and the numbers are still growing.
Covid-19 outbreak increasing across Africa, WHO warnsCovid-19 outbreak increasing across Africa, WHO warns
World Health Organization officials in Africa have said the Covid-19 outbreak is still increasing across the continent despite widespread efforts at containment. Unlike developed countries that can rely on relatively well-resourced health systems to treat large numbers of sick people, most African nations are hoping they can slow the spread of the disease to protect very limited facilities.World Health Organization officials in Africa have said the Covid-19 outbreak is still increasing across the continent despite widespread efforts at containment. Unlike developed countries that can rely on relatively well-resourced health systems to treat large numbers of sick people, most African nations are hoping they can slow the spread of the disease to protect very limited facilities.
Russian Prime Minister diagnosed with coronavirus Russian prime minister diagnosed with coronavirus
Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin has said he has been diagnosed with coronavirus and will self-isolate from the government in the country’s highest-profile case of the disease yet. Russia recorded a record daily rise in cases, taking the total of cases past 100,000. On Thursday 7,099 new cases were recorded, bringing the nationwide tally to 106,498.Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin has said he has been diagnosed with coronavirus and will self-isolate from the government in the country’s highest-profile case of the disease yet. Russia recorded a record daily rise in cases, taking the total of cases past 100,000. On Thursday 7,099 new cases were recorded, bringing the nationwide tally to 106,498.
UK Prime Minister says the country now ‘past the peak’ UK prime minister says the country now ‘past the peak’
The UK prime minister, Boris Johnson- who was himself seriously ill with Covid-19 - said that the country has past its peak, and defended the decisions the UK government has taken. Speaking at the UK government’s daily press conference, Johnson said that the NHS has not been overwhelmed at any stageThe UK prime minister, Boris Johnson- who was himself seriously ill with Covid-19 - said that the country has past its peak, and defended the decisions the UK government has taken. Speaking at the UK government’s daily press conference, Johnson said that the NHS has not been overwhelmed at any stage
Tajikistan reports first coronavirus casesTajikistan reports first coronavirus cases
Tajikistan, which was thought to be one of the few countries untouched by coronavirus, has recorded its first coronavirus cases.Tajikistan, which was thought to be one of the few countries untouched by coronavirus, has recorded its first coronavirus cases.
South Korea reports no new domestic cases for first time since 29 February. South Korea reports no new domestic cases for first time since 29 February
South Korea reported on Thursday no new domestic coronavirus cases for the first time since its 29 February peak, the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.South Korea reported on Thursday no new domestic coronavirus cases for the first time since its 29 February peak, the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.
War-torn Yemen reports first virus deaths. War-torn Yemen reports first virus deaths
The country reported its first two deaths and a new cluster of Covid-19 cases amid worries that the virus has been circulating undetected for some time and attempts at a humanitarian ceasefire to contain the new crisis are failing.The country reported its first two deaths and a new cluster of Covid-19 cases amid worries that the virus has been circulating undetected for some time and attempts at a humanitarian ceasefire to contain the new crisis are failing.
Czechs say coronavirus spread is contained as country reopens. Czechs say coronavirus spread is contained as country reopens
The Czech Republic has seen the number of new cases drop below 100 for the past eight consecutive days, and the government will continue to cautiously open up the economy, the health minister said.The Czech Republic has seen the number of new cases drop below 100 for the past eight consecutive days, and the government will continue to cautiously open up the economy, the health minister said.
Japan likely to extend nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus. Japan likely to extend nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus
Prime minister Shinzō Abe is expected to extend the measure until the end of May or until 6 June, as the country’s healthcare system continues to face an “extremely tough situation”, he said.Prime minister Shinzō Abe is expected to extend the measure until the end of May or until 6 June, as the country’s healthcare system continues to face an “extremely tough situation”, he said.
People out of work in Germany increased by 373,000 to 2.64 million in April. People out of work in Germany increased by 373,000 to 2.64 million in April
Data from the labour office also showed the unemployment rate increased to 5.8%, up from 5% in March, as a result of the coronavirus outbreak.Data from the labour office also showed the unemployment rate increased to 5.8%, up from 5% in March, as a result of the coronavirus outbreak.
A British pharmaceutical company will know whether it’s Covid-19 vaccine candidate is effective by June or July. British pharmaceutical company will know whether its Covid-19 vaccine candidate is effective by June or July
AstraZeneca CEO Pascal Soriot said the company will continue working with Oxford Vaccine Unit to bring it to patients as soon as possible.AstraZeneca CEO Pascal Soriot said the company will continue working with Oxford Vaccine Unit to bring it to patients as soon as possible.
Germany is to re-open museums, galleries, zoos and playgrounds and allow religious services to resume in measures agreed by Chancellor Angela Merkel and the leaders of 16 states. The states will ensure this will take place under strict conditions. Certain states have already allowed some of these activities to restart but restrictions will stay in force on people keeping physical distance from each other. Large-scale public gatherings will remain banned until the end of August. Germany is to re-open museums, galleries, zoos and playgrounds and allow religious services to resume, in measures agreed by the chancellor, Angela Merkel, and the leaders of 16 federal states. This will take place under strict conditions. Certain states have already allowed some of these activities to restart, but measures on people keeping physical distance from each other will stay in place. Large-scale public gatherings will remain banned until the end of August.
“We must work to make sure we bring the number of new infections down further,” Merkel said.“We must work to make sure we bring the number of new infections down further,” Merkel said.
“If the infection curve becomes steep again, we need to have a warning system to notice it early and be able to act.”“If the infection curve becomes steep again, we need to have a warning system to notice it early and be able to act.”
The French government has unveiled its coronavirus map dividing the country into “green” areas where lockdown regulations will be relaxed and “red” areas where strict measures will remain in place. The French government has unveiled its coronavirus map dividing the country into “green” areas, where lockdown regulations will be relaxed, and “red” areas, where strict measures will remain in place.
A number of departments were declared “orange” meaning they will be watched closely over the next week before being declared red or green on 7 May. France has been under one of the most strict lockdowns since noon on 17 March, with people facing heavy fines for leaving home without good reason. The lockdown is due to end on 11 May Three criteria were used to decide what people living in the 96 mainland departments and five overseas departments would be allowed to do when the national confinement finishes: the number of new Covid-19 cases in the previous seven days; the capacity of the department’s hospitals to deal with the epidemic; and the department’s ability to test, track and contain the virus. French health minister Olivier Véran said the maps were only indicative at this stage. A number of departments were declared “orange”, meaning they will be watched closely over the next week before being declared red or green on 7 May. France has been under one of the most strict lockdowns since 17 March, with people facing heavy fines for leaving home without good reason. The lockdown is due to end on 11 May. Three criteria were used to decide what people living in the 96 mainland departments and five overseas departments would be allowed to do when the national confinement finishes: the number of new Covid-19 cases in the previous seven days; the capacity of the department’s hospitals to deal with the epidemic; and the department’s ability to test, track and contain the virus. The health minister, Olivier Véran, said the maps were only indicative at this stage.
“The map changes nothing of the lockdown until 11 May. Don’t change what you are doing. Stay at home until 11 May,” Véran said. The definitive map used to determine who can do what and where after 11 May, will be published on 7 May. “The map changes nothing of the lockdown until 11 May. Don’t change what you are doing. Stay at home until 11 May,” Véran said. The definitive map, used to determine who can do what and where after 11 May, will be published on 7 May.
The “gross” figure in the updated numbers is the number of new admissions to hospital or intensive care, the net number is the increase or reduction taking into account the number of people admitted against those who have died or been discharged. Jérôme Salomon, head of Publique Santé France, the French health authority, gave the updated figures. Number of cases: 129,181 Number in hospital: 26,283 (+1,048 gross, -551 net) Number in i/c: 4,019 (+121 gross, -188 net) Deaths in hospital: 15,244 (+191) Deaths in homes: 9,132 (+98) Total deaths: 24,376 (+289) The “gross” figure in the updated numbers is the number of new admissions to hospital or intensive care; the net number is the increase or reduction taking into account the number of people admitted against those who have died or been discharged. Jérôme Salomon, the head of Publique Santé France, the French health authority, gave the updated figures. Number of cases: 129,581
Number in hospital: 26,283 (+1,048 gross, -551 net) Number in i/c: 4,019 (+121 gross, -188 net) Deaths in hospital: 15,244 (+191) Deaths in homes: 9,132 (+98) Total deaths: 24,376 (+289)
In Ghana, confirmed coronavirus cases have surged above 2,000, increasing 24% in a matter of days, health officials announced.In Ghana, confirmed coronavirus cases have surged above 2,000, increasing 24% in a matter of days, health officials announced.
The Ghana Health Service reported 403 new cases, bringing the total to 2,074. The spike was announced ten days after President Nana Akufo-Addo eased a three-week lockdown in the capital of Accra and in the city of Kumasi.The Ghana Health Service reported 403 new cases, bringing the total to 2,074. The spike was announced ten days after President Nana Akufo-Addo eased a three-week lockdown in the capital of Accra and in the city of Kumasi.
Indian Ocean island nation of Comoros announced its first confirmed case, making it the 53rd of Africa’s 54 countries to report Covid-19. Only the small southern African kingdom of Lesotho has not reported a single case of the disease.Indian Ocean island nation of Comoros announced its first confirmed case, making it the 53rd of Africa’s 54 countries to report Covid-19. Only the small southern African kingdom of Lesotho has not reported a single case of the disease.
African nations have now reported more than 37,400 cases, including 1,598 deaths, the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.African nations have now reported more than 37,400 cases, including 1,598 deaths, the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.
In South Africa, which has the continent’s highest number of reported cases at 5,350, community health workers continued testing in Johannesburg.In South Africa, which has the continent’s highest number of reported cases at 5,350, community health workers continued testing in Johannesburg.
The Portuguese prime minister, Antonio Costa, has announced its strategy to progressively lift lockdown measures imposed six weeks ago. The three-phase plan, starting on Monday, will open up different sectors of the economy every 15 days starting with small neighbourhood shops, hairdressers, car dealerships and bookshops.The Portuguese prime minister, Antonio Costa, has announced its strategy to progressively lift lockdown measures imposed six weeks ago. The three-phase plan, starting on Monday, will open up different sectors of the economy every 15 days starting with small neighbourhood shops, hairdressers, car dealerships and bookshops.
The head of the European Central Bank has warned that the eurozone could be on course for a 15% collapse in output in the second quarter as evidence of the economic toll caused by Covid-19 pandemic started to emerge, with France and Italy falling into recession.The head of the European Central Bank has warned that the eurozone could be on course for a 15% collapse in output in the second quarter as evidence of the economic toll caused by Covid-19 pandemic started to emerge, with France and Italy falling into recession.
After news that the 19-nation monetary union area had contracted a record 3.8% in the first three months of 2020, Christine Lagarde said much worse was possible in the April to June period, when the impact of lockdown restrictions would be most severe.After news that the 19-nation monetary union area had contracted a record 3.8% in the first three months of 2020, Christine Lagarde said much worse was possible in the April to June period, when the impact of lockdown restrictions would be most severe.
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The Russian prime minister Mikhail Mishustin has said he has been diagnosed with coronavirus and will self-isolate from the government in the country’s highest-profile case of the disease yet, reports the Guardian’s Andrew Roth in Moscow.The Russian prime minister Mikhail Mishustin has said he has been diagnosed with coronavirus and will self-isolate from the government in the country’s highest-profile case of the disease yet, reports the Guardian’s Andrew Roth in Moscow.
Mishustin disclosed that he was infected during a video call with Vladimir Putin, Russian state news agencies reported on Thursday evening. It wasn’t immediately clear how severe Mishustin’s case of the disease was, although one news agency reported that he had an elevated temperature of 39 degrees.Mishustin disclosed that he was infected during a video call with Vladimir Putin, Russian state news agencies reported on Thursday evening. It wasn’t immediately clear how severe Mishustin’s case of the disease was, although one news agency reported that he had an elevated temperature of 39 degrees.
Mishustin has been tasked with leading the government’s response to the coronavirus outbreak, which surpassed 100,000 cases in Russia on Thursday. First deputy prime minister Andrei Belousov would take on his duties in his absence, Mishustin said.Mishustin has been tasked with leading the government’s response to the coronavirus outbreak, which surpassed 100,000 cases in Russia on Thursday. First deputy prime minister Andrei Belousov would take on his duties in his absence, Mishustin said.
“Dear Vladimir Vladimirovich, I have just found out that the tests I gave for coronavirus have come back positive. Accordingly … I will go into self-isolation, fulfilling my doctors’ orders. This is necessary to do in order to protect my colleagues,” Mishustin reportedly told Putin during a video call.“Dear Vladimir Vladimirovich, I have just found out that the tests I gave for coronavirus have come back positive. Accordingly … I will go into self-isolation, fulfilling my doctors’ orders. This is necessary to do in order to protect my colleagues,” Mishustin reportedly told Putin during a video call.
Putin has led semi-regular video calls with members of the government from his residence at Novo-Ogaryovo. He has not been pictured with other members of the government in the last several weeks.Putin has led semi-regular video calls with members of the government from his residence at Novo-Ogaryovo. He has not been pictured with other members of the government in the last several weeks.
As nations around the world are wondering what a good lockdown exit strategy looks like, Spain has released details about the time slots during which adults will be allowed outside to walk and exercise, reports Sam Jones in Madrid. And it looks pretty rigid:As nations around the world are wondering what a good lockdown exit strategy looks like, Spain has released details about the time slots during which adults will be allowed outside to walk and exercise, reports Sam Jones in Madrid. And it looks pretty rigid:
The health minister, Salvador Illa, said that people will be allowed out to walk or take other exercise from 6am to 10am and then from 8pm until 11pm.The health minister, Salvador Illa, said that people will be allowed out to walk or take other exercise from 6am to 10am and then from 8pm until 11pm.
People over 70, and those who need help walking, or who rely on carers, will be allowed out from 10am to midday, and then from 7pm til 8pm.People over 70, and those who need help walking, or who rely on carers, will be allowed out from 10am to midday, and then from 7pm til 8pm.
Parents will be able to accompany children aged under 14 on walks between midday and 7pm.Parents will be able to accompany children aged under 14 on walks between midday and 7pm.
The new rules come into force first thing on Saturday morning.The new rules come into force first thing on Saturday morning.
Walkers are entitled to an hour’s daily exercise within a 1km-radius of home, and while there are no time or distance limits for runners or those taking part in individual sports, they must stay within their home area. Social distancing guidelines must be observed, with people staying at least 1.5m away from others.Illa also said that towns of fewer than 5,000 inhabitants would be exempt from the time restirctions, allowing people to go out to walk or exercise when they wanted.Walkers are entitled to an hour’s daily exercise within a 1km-radius of home, and while there are no time or distance limits for runners or those taking part in individual sports, they must stay within their home area. Social distancing guidelines must be observed, with people staying at least 1.5m away from others.Illa also said that towns of fewer than 5,000 inhabitants would be exempt from the time restirctions, allowing people to go out to walk or exercise when they wanted.
People will also be allowed to return to their fruit and vegetable gardens and allotments to gather produce.The minister said the strict lockdown imposed on 14 March had worked.People will also be allowed to return to their fruit and vegetable gardens and allotments to gather produce.The minister said the strict lockdown imposed on 14 March had worked.
The UK prime minister, Boris Johnson, has said that the country has past its peak, and defended the decisions the UK government has taken.The UK prime minister, Boris Johnson, has said that the country has past its peak, and defended the decisions the UK government has taken.
Speaking at the UK government’s daily press conference, Johnson – who has just returned to work after a near-death brush with coronavirus, and the birth of his son – said that the NHS has not been overwhelmed at any stage.Speaking at the UK government’s daily press conference, Johnson – who has just returned to work after a near-death brush with coronavirus, and the birth of his son – said that the NHS has not been overwhelmed at any stage.
He says the UK avoided an “uncontrollable and catastrophic” epidemic that could have caused 500,000 deaths.He says the UK avoided an “uncontrollable and catastrophic” epidemic that could have caused 500,000 deaths.
The government has faced criticism for not giving the public a clear idea of what its exit strategy from the coronavirus lockdown might look like. He said he will publish a comprehensive plan next week, which will cover three things: how to restart the economy; how to get children back to school; and how to get people into work. So far, so simple.The government has faced criticism for not giving the public a clear idea of what its exit strategy from the coronavirus lockdown might look like. He said he will publish a comprehensive plan next week, which will cover three things: how to restart the economy; how to get children back to school; and how to get people into work. So far, so simple.
There will be five key tests:There will be five key tests:
For all the live updates from that press conference please do visit our UK coronavirus liveblog:For all the live updates from that press conference please do visit our UK coronavirus liveblog:
Last bit on Sweden (for now): Alberto Nardelli, Buzzfeed’s Europe editor (and formerly of this parish) did an excellent analysis of the figures earlier this week. He compared the number of deaths in Denmark and Sweden, and argued that the data showed many more people were dying in the latter. It’s a deep dive – but worth the time.Last bit on Sweden (for now): Alberto Nardelli, Buzzfeed’s Europe editor (and formerly of this parish) did an excellent analysis of the figures earlier this week. He compared the number of deaths in Denmark and Sweden, and argued that the data showed many more people were dying in the latter. It’s a deep dive – but worth the time.