The Latest Breaking News from Covid-19

How the latest North East hospital data hints that we're past the peak of the latest Covid-19 surge

NHS figures back up the feeling that Covid-19 cases are waning once more.

Chronicle Live · Aug 14, 2022

Some pensioners have been struggling to access free RAT kits as COVID-19 waves continue, but here’s where you can access one

Pensioner Andrea Lindsay says access to RATs needs to be made easier. Here’s a state-by-state look at where you can access one for free.

ABC News · Aug 14, 2022

State logs 759 fresh COVID-19 cases

Chennai reports 138 fresh infections

The Hindu · Aug 14, 2022

Business takes off again for LCCs flying in Southeast Asian markets

BANGKOK -- Low-cost carrier airlines in Southeast Asia are regaining momentum after having struggled with a decline in passenger numbers due to the novel coronavirus pandemic.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Aug 14, 2022

Bus services in England face cuts as end of Covid funding looms

Confederation of Passenger Transport says coming week will be ‘critical’ in deciding which services remain viable

The Guardian - UK · Aug 14, 2022

Nursery schools stop identifying close contacts to let parents work

A growing number of local governments no longer require nursery schools to identify people who have had close contact with coronavirus carriers.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Aug 14, 2022

Bollywood Seeks Boost with 'Forrest Gump' Remake

One of India's biggest stars is banking on a remake of Hollywood feelgood hit "Forrest Gump" to revive the fortunes of Hindi-language Bollywood, after a string of weak box-office showings. Aamir Khan's "Laal Singh Chaddha", an adaptation of the 1994 US classic starring Tom Hanks, hits cinemas on Thursday ahead…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Aug 14, 2022

City centre street that is 'missing piece' of Liverpool's jigsaw

It may have a reputation for being "a bit out the way", but it is right at the beating heart of the city

Liverpool Echo · Aug 14, 2022

Mum quit NHS pension to pay bills - then died of Covid, leaving kids penniless

Judith Thorpe's son said he was 'disgusted' with the Government

Wales Online · Aug 14, 2022

Passengers’ fears as dozens of routes face the chop or reduced services if rescue plan fails

The future of dozens of services across Greater Manchester appears to be uncertain as the government’s Covid recovery funding comes to an end.

Manchester Evening News · Aug 14, 2022