Coronavirus: Mexico’s death toll becomes world’s third highest
Mexico reports at least 46,688 deaths with coronavirus, with only the US and Brazil recording higher numbers. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Eurozone suffers deepest contraction on record
Spain, France and Italy suffer double-digit falls in economic output as the pandemic hits jobs and spending. BBC News – Europe
Coronavirus: Pubs ‘may need to shut’ to allow schools to reopen
A “trade-off” may be needed in England amid a rise in cases, a scientist advising the government says. BBC News – UK
TikTok: Trump says he will ban Chinese video app in the US
US security officials fear the Chinese-owned app could be used to collect Americans’ personal data. BBC News – US & Canada
Tsitsi Dangarembga – Booker Prize nominee arrested in Zimbabwe
Tsitsi Dangarembga was detained as she took part in a protest against alleged government corruption. BBC News – Africa
Coronavirus: ‘Chancellor must protect’ jobs of those shielding
Charities are calling on the chancellor to protect the jobs of workers who have been shielding. BBC News – Business