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No idea when coronavirus-positive Boris Johnson will come out of isolation, UK health minister says

Posted on April 4, 2020April 4, 2020By Editor

It is unclear whether Prime Minister Boris Johnson will emerge from self-isolation today, UK Health Minister Matt Hancock has said. The British leader was due to end his quarantine on April 3, but he is still showing symptoms. … Read More >No idea when coronavirus-positive Boris Johnson will come out of isolation, UK health minister says

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‘It’s man-made to test 5G’: Boxer Khan spreads coronavirus conspiracy claims, suggests pandemic could be ‘population control’ plot

Posted on April 4, 2020April 4, 2020By Editor

Former world champion boxer Amir Khan has suggested that coronavirus did not originate in and China and that the Covid-19 pandemic could be part of a plot to test new 5G communication networks and “get rid of a lot of us.” … Read More >‘It’s man-made to test 5G’: Boxer Khan spreads coronavirus conspiracy claims, suggests pandemic could be ‘population control’ plot

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‘This country is finished’: Unfounded UK ‘5G coronavirus’ conspiracy theories mercilessly mocked

Posted on April 4, 2020April 4, 2020By Editor

Baseless coronavirus theories that suggest the pandemic is linked to the UK government’s rollout of 5G phone networks have been the subject of much hilarity and ridicule by many incredulous Britons. … Read More >‘This country is finished’: Unfounded UK ‘5G coronavirus’ conspiracy theories mercilessly mocked

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Magic money tree?’: UK writes off £13.4 billion NHS debt amid Covid-19 pandemic

Posted on April 2, 2020April 2, 2020By Editor

Almost £14 billion worth of debt incurred over the years by the National Health Service (NHS) has just been forgiven by Downing Street, as part of the UK government’s efforts to deal with the coronavirus pandemic. … Read More >Magic money tree?’: UK writes off £13.4 billion NHS debt amid Covid-19 pandemic

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British MoD refuses to reveal number of soldiers infected with Covid-19, despite moving troops around the world

Posted on April 2, 2020April 2, 2020By Editor

The British Ministry of Defence (MoD) is declining to disclose how many of its personnel have been hit with the deadly coronavirus, despite flying its troops to countries that have imposed travel bans on UK travelers. … Read More >British MoD refuses to reveal number of soldiers infected with Covid-19, despite moving troops around the world

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Chinese Team and Equipment Arrive in UK to Support Virus Fight

Posted on April 2, 2020April 2, 2020By Editor

China sent an expert team and a large shipment of medical equipment to the United Kingdom on Saturday to help in the fight against COVID-19. … Read More >Chinese Team and Equipment Arrive in UK to Support Virus Fight

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UK mood shifts after first week of lockdown as Brits blast ‘overzealous’ police

Posted on March 31, 2020March 31, 2020By Editor

After clamoring for stricter measures, some in the UK have started complaining about a “police state.” Transport minister Grant Shapps admitted some officers had been “heavy-handed” but insisted most have been doing a “good job. … Read More >UK mood shifts after first week of lockdown as Brits blast ‘overzealous’ police

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Covid-19 claims first UK healthcare worker as official says life won’t ‘get back to normal’ for at least SIX MONTHS

Posted on March 30, 2020March 30, 2020By Editor

A doctor working in the UK’s National Health Service has paid the ultimate price for fighting on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic, becoming the UK’s first healthcare worker to die from Covid-19. … Read More >Covid-19 claims first UK healthcare worker as official says life won’t ‘get back to normal’ for at least SIX MONTHS

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UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson tests POSITIVE for Covid-19 infection

Posted on March 28, 2020March 28, 2020By Editor

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has tested positive for Covid-19 infection, experiencing mild symptoms. He will self-isolate in Downing Street but will remain in charge of the government. … Read More >UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson tests POSITIVE for Covid-19 infection

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‘Disgrace we needed global pandemic’: UK govt requests ALL homeless people be housed by weekend

Posted on March 28, 2020March 28, 2020By Editor

The UK government has urged all local authorities in England to house all rough sleepers, those in hostels and night shelters by the weekend – leading many to ask why it takes a worldwide Covid-19 crisis to end homelessness. … Read More >‘Disgrace we needed global pandemic’: UK govt requests ALL homeless people be housed by weekend