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England reinstates mask mandates as Omicron enters the country
As the world continues to learn more about the new strain of COVID-19 – Britain has reinstated a mask mandate
England is taking new precautionary measures against the new Omicron strain of COVID-19 with the country reinstating its mask mandate on certain sectors.
Those in the UK will need to wear a mask once again when entering retail, public transport, banking and personal services such as hair salons – with those that resist to comply facing a fine.
The government says in other indoor settings where a face covering is not legally required, people should still continue to wear a face covering when in crowded and enclosed spaces and where you may come into contact with other people you do not normally meet.
Some people, including children under 11, are exempt from having to wear face coverings in any setting
The government has confirmed exemptions will still be considered – including for anyone with a health condition or disability, which means they cannot wear a face covering.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson says the mandate will be reviewed in the next three weeks.
Meanwhile all international travellers must take a PCR test by the end of the second day after they arrive, and self-isolate until they get their result.
That is in addition to restrictions on arrivals from 10 southern African countries, who have to enter hotel quarantine.
Britain has reported 11 cases of the Omicron variant so far, and while the government says this number will rise, it says it is important to slow its spread until more is known about the variant’s transmissibility and impact on current vaccines available.
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Global stocks wobble as Davos kicks off and Trump reshapes geopolitics
Global markets faced volatility amid Davos discussions on inflation and Trump’s Greenland deal, heightening geopolitical risks.
Global markets faced volatility amid Davos discussions on inflation and Trump’s Greenland deal, heightening geopolitical risks.
Global stock markets endured a volatile week as world leaders gathered in Switzerland for the World Economic Forum, with investors closely watching signals on inflation, interest rates and geopolitical risk.
The Davos meetings set a cautious tone, as uncertainty weighed on market sentiment across regions.
Adding to the tension, Donald Trump announced a deal involving Greenland, reigniting debate over strategic assets and global influence. The unexpected move injected fresh geopolitical risk into markets already grappling with an unsettled global outlook.
Kyle Rodda from Capital.com, breaks down how markets are reacting, what the Greenland announcement could mean for investors, and what to watch next as Davos concludes.
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Zelenskyy reveals planned UAE talks with Russia and the United States
Zelenskyy announces trilateral talks with Russia and the US in UAE, urging stronger European political will at the World Economic Forum.
Zelenskyy announces trilateral talks with Russia and the US in UAE, urging stronger European political will at the World Economic Forum.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy says trilateral talks with Russia and the United States are planned in the United Arab Emirates as efforts to end the war intensify.
He also criticised European leaders at the World Economic Forum, calling for stronger political will.
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Albanese apologises to Jewish community at Bondi attack memorial
Albanese apologizes to Jewish community, pledges to combat antisemitism after Bondi terror attack during Sydney memorial.
Albanese apologizes to Jewish community, pledges to combat antisemitism after Bondi terror attack during Sydney memorial.
Anthony Albanese has apologised to the Jewish community, saying Australia failed to keep people safe after the Bondi terror attack.
Speaking at a memorial in Sydney, he pledged to confront antisemitism and stand with families and first responders in grief and unity.
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