US and UK brace for soaring death tolls as pandemic bears down
The United States and Britain braced for one of their darkest weeks in living memory.
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Boris Johnson was diagnosed with virus on March 26.
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Kiwis will get to watch Queen's rallying cry on virus
The Queen will make a speech urging Britain to rise to the challenges of the pandemic.
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The US has reported over 250,000 cases of Covid-19 and over 6,500 deaths.
Global cases top 1m: No sign yet that NZ has lethal virus under control
Repatriation flights for stranded visitors have been given clearance as essential travel.
UK imports virus testing kits contaminated by Covid-19
The kits were imported to fight the virus, but have added to the problem.
UK toll soars: 563 virus deaths in one day, Wimbledon cancelled
The dramatic spike comes as debate rages on the country's testing programme.
Charles hails 'selfless' workers as he recovers from coronavirus
Suffering from a mild Covid-19 infection, Prince Charles looks forward to "better times".
Coronavirus: Britain's youngest victim dies alone
His family could not be with him for fear of catching the disease.
Un-baaaaa-lievable: Goats invade locked down town
It's thought that a lack of people has drawn the goats down from the hills nearby.
Travel memories: Kiwi celebrity chef Jo Seagar's life in travel
No matter the distance, culture or religion we are all humans with a lot in common.
Deadliest day: Spain, UK record biggest jump in coronavirus deaths
More than 800,000 cases of Covid 19 have now been confirmed across 178 countries.
Rich kids: Inside London's most fashionable family club
Times: From soft-play zones to celebrity parents - a day at the Purple Dragon.
Coronavirus: Infected man shares 'intense' experience with illness
Terrorism expert has described just how bad Covid 19 can get after being infected.
How will New Zealand's lockdown change Kiwis?
Will we appreciate the little things more? Will we be kinder?
UK virus shock: Boris Johnson, health secretary test positive for coronavirus
Virus strikes in the halls of power in the UK, with the Health Secretary also positive.
Jane Goodall Is self-isolating, too
New York Times: Goodall has a few thoughts about coronavirus and the loo paper shortage.
Ed Sheeran's generous gesture to pub staff
Ed Sheeran is making sure his staff are taken care of during the coronavirus crisis.
Jake Fiennes on the future of farming after Brexit
Times: His brothers are household names, but Jake is an unlikely star of British farming.
UK prisoner first inmate to die from coronavirus
The 84-year-old man was a convicted sex offender.
'I'm so relieved' - Stranded Kiwi gets home
Tess Johnson was finally allowed to fly home from Australia after Herald inquiries.
Australian passport locks Kiwi out of home
Teacher Tess Johnson is stranded in Australia, a country she has no connection to.
Scientists predict a single, lasting vaccine for virus
The virus isn't mutating quickly, suggesting a vaccine would offer lasting protection.
Horror find in Spanish nursing homes
Prosecutors launched a judicial probe into the horrific discovery.
Covid-19 coronavirus: Register for Brits stranded in NZ
UK's Foreign Office is reprioritising resources to help British nationals abroad.
Over 1.5 billion globally asked to stay home to escape virus
A fifth of the world's population was being urged to stay at home to combat pandemic.
Editorial: Ominous virus lessons on action for NZ
WE SAY: Like winter, tougher virus restrictions were inevitably coming.
Coronavirus: Getting through it and over it on your own
Roughly 80 per cent of people who get coronavirus are believed to suffer mild symptoms.
George's adorable, artistic, Mother's Day gift for Kate
Prince George reveals a hidden talent with his Mother's Day surprise.
Alcohol replaces toilet paper as the must-have purchase in the UK
Alcohol shelves being stripped bare by panic buyers in the UK.
'It was a no brainer' - couple cancel wedding day before nuptials
Wedding canned at emotional and financial expense but couple says it's the right decision.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle blasted for reposting Queen's coronavirus message
Prince Harry and Meghan can't seem to do anything right.
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