Coronavirus: Macron questions China’s handling of outbreak
The French president adds his voice to Western leaders’ concern about China’s transparency over the outbreak. BBC News – Europe
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Coronavirus: ‘I need gowns, can I call Burberry?’ NHS trust boss asks
The director of an NHS trust says staff only have enough protective gowns to last them for 24 hours. BBC News – UK
Coronavirus: Trump unveils plan to reopen states in phases
Guidelines for “Opening up America Again” outline three stages for US states to ease their lockdowns. BBC News – US & Canada
Coronavirus: Africa could be next epicentre, WHO warns
There have been almost 1,000 deaths and more than 18,000 infections across Africa so far. BBC News – Africa
Local pharmacies face cash crisis
Independent pharmacies warn they may have to shut up shop. BBC News – Business
Coronavirus: Are the bodies of victims undermining Iran’s official figures?
Could the number of coronavirus victims be worse than Iran makes out? BBC News – Middle East