Tag: Lockdown

Categories Russia

Do lockdowns reduce Covid-19 deaths? Russia’s experience says perhaps not, as economy defies catastrophic trends seen elsewhere

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Like most of Europe, Russia is dealing with a new Covid-19 wave. But it’s handling things a little differently. After enforcing one of the strictest lockdowns in the world, last spring, it’s now taking a decidedly softer approach. … Read More >Do lockdowns reduce Covid-19 deaths? Russia’s experience says perhaps not, as economy defies catastrophic trends seen elsewhere

Categories EU

Entertainment workers protest in Paris as venues ordered to stay closed due to coronavirus (VIDEO)

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A massive protest has been staged in Paris by entertainment sector workers as France emerges from its second coronavirus lockdown. Yet, the authorities have opted not to reopen cultural venues, citing risks of the virus spread. … Read More >Entertainment workers protest in Paris as venues ordered to stay closed due to coronavirus (VIDEO)

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‘Rutte f**k off’: Several arrested during Netherlands protest as hard lockdown comes into force

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At least five people have been arrested during twin, unauthorized anti-lockdown demonstrations in The Hague and Rotterdam as Prime Minister Mark Rutte announced the latest swathe of restrictions during a televised address. … Read More >‘Rutte f**k off’: Several arrested during Netherlands protest as hard lockdown comes into force

Categories Op-ed

Poverty is rising fast, but it’s part of a decades-long project which the lockdowns of 2020 will only accelerate

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A new study highlights worrying levels of destitution in Britain, with the situation worsening. But it’s no accident: lockdowns and The Great Reset are the latest stage in an elite-friendly project shovelling wealth ever upwards. … Read More >Poverty is rising fast, but it’s part of a decades-long project which the lockdowns of 2020 will only accelerate

Categories EU

‘Risk is real’: Poland’s health minister suggests extending restrictions, warns of potential Covid-19 ‘third wave’

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Poland may face a third wave of Covid-19 between January and February, Health Minister Adam Niedzielski has warned, saying it would be “much worse” than the previous ones as he called for a lockdown extension. … Read More >‘Risk is real’: Poland’s health minister suggests extending restrictions, warns of potential Covid-19 ‘third wave’

Categories World

Ukraine announces emergency lockdown… after New Year, as Kiev struggles to find cash for orders of Covid-19 vaccine

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A nationwide lockdown will be imposed in Ukraine to prevent coronavirus overwhelming the health system. But, amid rebellions from local authorities, it won’t come into force until after the busy festive period. … Read More >Ukraine announces emergency lockdown… after New Year, as Kiev struggles to find cash for orders of Covid-19 vaccine

Categories EU

German anti-lockdown protest group placed under observation by intelligence services – reports

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Intelligence services in Germany are monitoring a far-right group calling for an anti-Covid restrictions rally on New Year’s Eve, media reports say. The group ‘Querdenken 711’ is seen as the driving force behind the movement. … Read More >German anti-lockdown protest group placed under observation by intelligence services – reports