ExCeL London

London’s ExCel centre has been transformed into a temporary hospital for coronavirus patients, with NHS England saying that more sites are being considered across the UK as the number of cases of Covid-19 continues to rise. US President Donald Trump gave a sombre press briefing on the virus, warning of painful weeks ahead. Some Asian countries are imposing new restrictions after a surge in cases, while Germany aims to launch an app to help trace infection rates.

Police handcuffed the 37-year-old and he became unresponsive, the Met said.