Pandemic throws US primary elections into uncertainty
Ohio postpones its Democratic primary votes as coronavirus fears touch every part of American life BBC News – US & Canada
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Chad ‘repaying $100m debt to Angola with cattle’
The first batch of 74,000 animals, to be shipped over 10 years, has reportedly arrived in Luanda. BBC News – Africa
Coronavirus: Airlines slash more flights
The owner of BA cuts 75% of capacity while EasyJet says it may have to ground most of its planes. BBC News – Business
Coronavirus: Germany latest country to close borders
Only goods and workers can pass, with France also warning its situation is “deteriorating fast”. BBC News – Europe
Coronavirus: New York City shuts down schools, restaurants and theatres
Mayor Bill de Blasio says the city faces “an unprecedented threat” and needs a “wartime mentality”. BBC News – US & Canada
Coronavirus: Downing Street to give daily TV briefings on outbreak
Boris Johnson or a senior minister will hold daily press conferences on the crisis from Monday. BBC News – UK