The Latest Breaking News from Covid-19

Covid inquiry hears more testimony about Johnson’s ‘brutal and useless’ No 10

Former civil service chief also says he did not trust Matt Hancock, the ‘over-promising’ health secretary

The Guardian - UK · Nov 8, 2023

Covid inquiry to examine PPE procurement after revelations Australia got 46m unusable masks

Panel chair says provision of key medical supplies will be considered as part of inquiry into country’s pandemic response

The Guardian - AU · Nov 8, 2023

Sedwill apologises for bringing up ‘chickenpox parties’ during Covid

The former Cabinet secretary acknowledged the remarks could seem ‘heartless’.

The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2023

Brickbat: Can You Keep a Secret?

Escambia County, Alabama, District Attorney Stephen Billy has charged Atmore News publisher and co-owner Sherry Digmon and reporter Don Fletcher with revealing grand jury secrets. The charges are based on a story about an investigation into whether federal COVID-19 funds were improperly paid to seven former Escambia County School System…

Reason · Nov 8, 2023

Covid Inquiry latest: Lord Sedwill joked he wanted Matt Hancock sacked 'to save lives and protect the NHS'

The Covid-19 Inquiry is hearing from Lord Mark Sedwill, the former head of the civil service who departed Government amid reported clashes with Dominic Cummings. 

Evening Standard · Nov 8, 2023

Wednesday briefing: Should a pro-Palestine march on Armistice Day be banned?

In today’s newsletter: The Metropolitan police has resisted calls to ban a march in support of a ceasefire in Gaza – but that may not be the end of the story

The Guardian - UK · Nov 8, 2023

South Korea launches campaign to squash bedbugs after outbreak takes hold

Bedbugs were almost eradicated via nationwide campaign in 1960s but thanks to lifting of travel restrictions after Covid-19 pandemic they’re back

The Guardian - AU · Nov 8, 2023

Life expectancy dropped in Australia during COVID

The life expectancy of Australians dipped during the COVID-19 pandemic, but statisticians say it's nothing to worry about.

AAP · Nov 8, 2023

With rising mental health problems but a shortage of services, group therapy is offering new hope

The needs of people with mental health problems are increasing globally, especially following the turbulence of COVID.

The Conversation · Nov 8, 2023

Real incomes ‘will not return to pre-Covid levels until 2026 for many families’

The National Institute of Economic and Social Research said interest rates are likely to have peaked at 5.25%.

The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2023