Virus to stay ‘at least until next summer’ – France’s Macron
The French president’s comments come as daily cases in several European countries reach new highs. BBC News – Europe
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Covid-19: South Yorkshire wakes up to tier 3 restrictions
Millions are now under England’s tightest rules, as the first full day of Wales’ “firebreak” lockdown begins. BBC News – UK
US Election 2020: Biden seeks to clarify remark on ending oil
The Democrat says he meant fossil fuel subsidies, as Mr Trump claims it was a serious gaffe. BBC News – US & Canada
How the End Sars protests have changed Nigeria forever
The campaign against police brutality has encouraged young Nigerians to take on the older generation. BBC News – Africa
New government Covid scheme to pay up to half of wages
Chancellor Rishi Sunak increases support for firms and workers as lockdown restrictions spread. BBC News – Business
Lebanon crisis: Saad Hariri returns as PM a year after protests
Saad Hariri, who resigned after mass unrest last October, must deal with a deep economic crisis. BBC News – Middle East