Spain death toll passes 4,000; IMF urges G20 to double emergency funding; WHO sees ‘encouraging signs’ in Europe * Coronavirus latest – at a glance * Spain defends response to coronavirus as global cases exceed 500,000 * US coronavirus: record 3.3m people file for unemployment * Men are much more likely to die from Covid-19. But why? * See all our coronavirus coverage 8.17pm GMT People across the UK have taken part in a mass round of applause for the frontline NHS heroes who are risking their own lives battling the coronavirus pandemic. The Clap For Carers initiative saw residents applauding from their doorsteps, windows and balconies at 8pm, with some venturing into the streets, and motorists joining in by tooting their horns. Others set off fireworks. The very emotional moment we heard clapping and cheering from our headquarters in Waterloo. Thank you all! #clapfornhs #clapforourcarers #NHSHeroes pic.twitter.com/4yLNz4kLaO 8.13pm GMT Authorities in Greece have given their strongest hint yet that the stringent restrictions enforced to curb the spread of coronavirus are likely to extend beyond April 6th. The measures, as of Monday, have included a lockdown that with few exceptions has ordered residents to remain at home. Had a very interesting conversation with @NAChristakis about our action plan for COVID-19 and our health system. We're basing our strategies on sound scientific advice, and Greece is very privileged to have such eminent scientists to call upon, wherever they may be. pic.twitter.com/vh3S4HpFKd Continue reading...
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