The Himalayan country’s economy has taken a blow from a lack of climbers and a plunge in remittances as infections spread.
Tag: Shutdowns (Institutional)
In Italy, Like Everywhere the Virus Goes, It’s the Discontent That’s Contagious
Italians are now a long way away from the days of singing on balconies and their summer fling with freedom. Just like everyone else, they’ve had it.
England to Shut Pubs, Restaurants and Most Shops as Virus Surges
Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s cabinet proposed the move on Saturday as medical experts warned that the virus would soon overwhelm hospitals if the government did not take draconian action.
Why Is Europe Keeping Its Schools Open, Despite New Lockdowns?
Europe’s latest wave of restrictions to stop the spread of coronavirus have largely avoided closing schools. We take a look at why and how they are being kept open.
Schools Stay Open in Europe’s New Lockdowns, a Reversal From Spring
Europe’s latest wave of restrictions to stop the spread of coronavirus have largely avoided closing schools. We take a look at why and how they are being kept open.
As Coronavirus Surges, Chastened Dutch Wonder, ‘What Happened to Us?’
They have long prided themselves on an efficient government, some say to the point of smugness. Ranking high in the rate of daily infections is forcing a reckoning.
France and Germany Lock Down as Second Coronavirus Wave Grows
The new steps are the toughest since the spring and follow added restrictions in Spain and Italy aimed at curbing the spread of the virus and easing the strain on hospitals.
As Pandemic Surges Again, Europe Adopts New Restrictions
The new steps are the toughest since the spring and follow added restrictions in Spain and Italy aimed at curbing the spread of the virus and easing the strain on hospitals.
A Viral Theory Cited by Health Officials Draws Fire From Scientists
A manifesto urging reliance on “herd immunity” without lockdowns was warmly received by administration officials. But the strategy cannot stem the pandemic, many experts say.
As Virus Surges and Brexit Bears Down, Boris Johnson Stalls for Time
The prime minister’s delaying strategy carries severe risks if he misplays his hand, with the pandemic worsening and a Brexit deadline approaching.