European Union

Covid Impact: Temporary layoffs in EU hit record high

The pandemic-related restrictions introduced by the governments of the European Union (EU) member states have resulted in the closure of businesses and record temporary layoffs, according to authorities. Apr 20, 2021
South Africa

Fire erupts at iconic Table Mountain in S.Africa

South Africa's iconic tourist destination and biodiversity hotspot Table Mountain is on fire, which led to the evacuation of visitors and students of the nearby University of Cape Town, sources said. Apr 19, 2021
world health organisation

Global Covid infection rate approaching highest, says WHO

The number of new Covid-19 cases per week worldwide has nearly doubled over the past two months, approaching the highest infection rate seen so far during the pandemic, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday. Apr 17, 2021