Coronavirus: Europe’s tough restrictions ‘absolutely necessary’
The World Health Organization’s warning comes as major European cities impose urgent new rules. BBC News – Europe
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Covid alert level: London, Essex, York and other areas moving to Tier 2
Millions of people face more restrictions from Saturday, including a ban on households mixing indoors. BBC News – UK
US election 2020: Harris halts travel after aide tests positive for coronavirus
The vice-presidential candidate was not exposed to Covid positive staff, the campaign said. BBC News – US & Canada
End Sars: Nigerian army warning amid anti-police brutality protests
The statement follows a week of protests against police brutality which have shaken the country. BBC News – Africa
Asos adds three million customers as profits soar amid pandemic
The online retailer now has 23.4 million customers, helping sales and profits to jump. BBC News – Business
Lebanon and Israel begin talks on disputed maritime border
The two nations, which are formally at war, hold a first round of negotiations under UN auspices. BBC News – Middle East