Coronavirus
If you're spacing out or questioning everything that's happening, it could be your mind's way of coping with the stress.
Simon Stevens reminds everyone that he’s been asking for more resource for years.
From wartime presidents to fighting invisible enemies, many leaders across the globe have relied on war rhetoric to communicate the urgency of the coronavirus pandemic. Professor James Martin, a professor of political theory at Goldsmiths UCL, explains why this kind of language is used by leaders in times of crisis and whether or not it’s effective to deal with coronavirus, rather than combat.
As countries around the world go into lockdown amid the Covid-19 pandemic, you can visit or enjoy tourist sites and places of interest from the safety of your home. To help cope with your self-isolation, famous places including Buckingham Palace, The Houses of Parliament and Disneyland are offering virtual tours, while the National Theatre in London is streaming plays every Thursday for free.
Short-term contractors, small business directors, and those who have been self-employed for less than a year fear they may fall through the gaps.
The UK government was present at "several" meetings where cross-Europe efforts to buy medical supplies to tackle coronavirus was discussed.
Critical care nurses, intensive care staff, ambulance workers and GPs will start getting tested for Covid-19.
As countries go into lockdown to stop the spread of coronavirus, social distancing and self-isolation have become part of everyday life for many people. Online communities have become a lifeline for mental and physical wellbeing, from live-streams of music performances and faith services, to online gym and crafting classes.
We need to remedy this situation as a priority. We have to look after the people who are trying to look after us, writes Dr Mohammed Khaki.
After the prime minister and health secretary Matt Hancock have confirmed they have coronavirus and have moved into self-isolation, Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove will chair the daily coronavirus briefing.