Coronavirus cases surge to 400 in Italy
Europe’s worst-hit country reports a rise of 25% in a day, as the virus spreads fast outside China. BBC News – Europe
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West Midlands floods: ‘Ten days of difficult conditions’ to come
Residents in two flooded towns are evacuated as more rain threatens to swell the River Severn. BBC News – UK
Trump names VP Pence man in charge of coronavirus response
The US president says that his administration is “very, very ready” to tackle the coronavirus in the US. BBC News – US & Canada
Kenya university’s rape memo sparks anger
The University of Nairobi apologises after blaming “reckless” female students for becoming victims. BBC News – Africa
Tesco bakeries overhaul puts 1,800 jobs at risk
The supermarket chain says it will need fewer members of staff as it makes changes to its larger stores. BBC News – Business
Coronavirus: Iran’s deputy health minister tests positive as outbreak worsens
Iraj Harirchi, who has strongly denied any cover-up of a growing outbreak, has self-quarantined. BBC News – Middle East