COVID19 | 'Freedom day' in England despite warnings as virus surges worldwide
Virtually all pandemic restrictions have been lifted in England, but scientists have warned that this could lead to another surge in casesLONDON - Day-to-day pandemic restrictions were lifted in England on Monday but"freedom day" was met with deep concern from scientists as coronavirus cases surge across the nation -- and around the world.
"There's a bit of apprehension and uncertainty about the protocols," Clarke said."But as long as everyone is sensible, then it'll be alright."Prime Minister Boris Johnson -- who is self-isolating after his health minister was infected -- has defended the move, dubbed"freedom day" by some media, but urged people to remain prudent.AFP | Iakovos Hatzistavrou
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In Myanmar, where hospitals are empty because of a long-running strike against the military junta, volunteers are going house-to-house to collect bodies for burials.
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