The UN says the world is facing a mental health crisis because of the
coronavirus pandemic.
Health experts say millions of people are dealing with isolation,
poverty and anxiety.
Sarah Walton reports from New York
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Thursday, May 14, 2020
Convalescent plasma trial prompts treatment optimism
A U.S. study has found using plasma from COVID-19 survivors' blood
could be an effective way to treat patients to lessen the severity of
the virus.
The first study of its kind on convalescent plasma is expected to lead
to clinical trials.
Nick Harper reports.
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could be an effective way to treat patients to lessen the severity of
the virus.
The first study of its kind on convalescent plasma is expected to lead
to clinical trials.
Nick Harper reports.
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COVID -19 - Tanzania clears up border saga
The Tanzanian government has strongly refuted claims that Zambia has closed its border with Tanzania.
Isaac Lukando has more from Dar es Salaam.
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Nearly 3 million more Americans file for unemployment benefits
Nearly three million more Americans filed for unemployment benefits
last week bringing the total to over 36 million since Covid-19 hit the
U.S.
Claims have been slowly declining over recent weeks but there are
concerns that the labor market may take a long time to recover.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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last week bringing the total to over 36 million since Covid-19 hit the
U.S.
Claims have been slowly declining over recent weeks but there are
concerns that the labor market may take a long time to recover.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Children affected by rare disease potentially linked to coronavirus
Scores of European and American children are being affected by a rare inflammatory disease which may be linked to coronavirus.
In a small number of children, it can cause serious complications, with some needing intensive care.
Up to 100 children in the UK have been diagnosed, and studies suggest the same reaction is being seen elsewhere across the continent.
From London, Benji Hyer reports.
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UK IN TALKS TO PURCHASE ANTIBODY TEST
England's public health body has approved an antibody test, which will tell people whether they have previously been infected with coronavirus.
The UK Government is now in talks with the maker of the test, Swiss pharmaceutical company, Roche, to purchase them.
Stuart Smith has more from London.
The UK Government is now in talks with the maker of the test, Swiss pharmaceutical company, Roche, to purchase them.
Stuart Smith has more from London.
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S. Koreans on edge over latest infection cluster in Seoul
In South Korea, people in the capital Seoul are on edge as the number of coronavirus cases grows from an outbreak linked to several nightclubs. The government is trying to track anyone that may have hit the clubs to try and bring the infection cluster under control.
Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul.
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COVID-19: Nigeria inch close to 5,000 confirmed cases
Nigeria has recorded nearly 5,000 cases of coronavirus with the latest report of 184 new cases. Over one thousand have recovered from the disease and more than 160 people have died.
Correspondent Phil Ihaza reports from Abuja.
Correspondent Phil Ihaza reports from Abuja.
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Indian Army proposes a three-year voluntary service to attract youths
The Indian Army is considering allowing civilians to voluntarily join the force for three years as part of a model called the "Tour of Duty".
Citing unemployment and the need for a resurgence in patriotism, the Indian Army has come up with this proposal for youths.
Sreoshi Mukherjee reports...
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Citing unemployment and the need for a resurgence in patriotism, the Indian Army has come up with this proposal for youths.
Sreoshi Mukherjee reports...
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France fears impact of pandemic on summer tourism season
The French prime minister is chairing a meeting on Thursday to finalise the details of a plan to support the country's tourism sector.
As summer approaches, one of the most-visited countries in the world fears the impact on an industry comprising 7% of French economy.
Ross Cullen reports from Paris.
As summer approaches, one of the most-visited countries in the world fears the impact on an industry comprising 7% of French economy.
Ross Cullen reports from Paris.
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'RELIABLE' ANTIBODY TEST APPROVED IN ENGLAND
Health officials in England have given approval to an antibody test to show if people have previously had Covid19.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has previously described finding a reliable antibody test as 'game-changing'.
UK correspondent Rachel Venables has more.
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AUSTRALIA: Unemployed rises but far less than experts expected
Australia has seen it's worst monthly rise in the unemployment rate ever.
In April almost 600,000 people lost their jobs as restrictions to limit coronavirus were brought in, and thousands of businesses shut down, whilst many more were badly affected.
Arthur Stevens has more
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In April almost 600,000 people lost their jobs as restrictions to limit coronavirus were brought in, and thousands of businesses shut down, whilst many more were badly affected.
Arthur Stevens has more
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Many home-bound migrant workers die in road accidents in India
Several migrant labourers have died in India while attempting to get back to their villages in the midst of a nationwide lockdown.
Millions of migrant labourers have been stranded in Indian cities for over 50 days now with nearly all transport shut.
Neha Poonia has more.
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Millions of migrant labourers have been stranded in Indian cities for over 50 days now with nearly all transport shut.
Neha Poonia has more.
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Trump breaks with Fauci over school closures
President Trump has publicly disagreed with his top public health adviser who claimed that it may be too dangerous for the country's schools to re-open.
The President said Dr. Anthony Fauci's comments, during testimony before a Senate committee, were "unacceptable".
Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.
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Wednesday, May 13, 2020
Big losses on Wall Street following Fed comments
The U.S. markets posted heavy losses on Wednesday following comments
from the Chair of the Federal Reserve.
Jerome Powell appeared to support greater stimulus measurers but
warned that the U.S. could face an extended period of weak growth.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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from the Chair of the Federal Reserve.
Jerome Powell appeared to support greater stimulus measurers but
warned that the U.S. could face an extended period of weak growth.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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COVID-19 - Tanzania’s Central Bank lowers lending rate
The Central Bank of Tanzania (BOT) has cut down the discount rate from 7 percent to 5 percent in the hopes of enabling banks in the country to lower interest rates for their customers.
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US grocery prices at 50 year high
Americans are paying more for their groceries than they have done in 50 years. Even as consumer prices dip overall, there have been record hikes in the prices of meat, vegetables and cereals.
Kate Fisher reports from Washington
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EU unveils plans to reboot tourism and travel sector
The EU has set out its plans to reopen the travel and tourism business this summer.
The Commission has proposed a set of guidelines to help countries lift border restrictions within the EU's internal borders.
This would involve travel between so-called 'green zones' - countries with similar low COVID19 risk profiles - and health checks at border crossings.
EU Commission Vice President Margrethe Vestager (VEST-AYE-YER) says member states need to work together:
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Federal Reserve chair warns of extended period of weak growth
The Chair of the U.S. Federal Reserve warns the country could face an
extended period of weak growth.
The Covid-19 outbreak has triggered an economic crisis and Jerome
Powell says more stimulus measures could be needed.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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extended period of weak growth.
The Covid-19 outbreak has triggered an economic crisis and Jerome
Powell says more stimulus measures could be needed.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Trump's former campaign manager Paul Manafort released from jail due to coronavirus fears
President Trump's former campaign manager Paul Manafort has been released from prison due to the risk of contracting Covid-19.
Mr. Manafort will continue to serve his 7 year sentence in home confinement.
Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.
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