Simple cloth masks are now mandatory on public transport and in shops within most states.

In a letter to workers Chief Executive Guillaume Faury said the firm's existence was now threatened.

Unpicking the week's dubious claims including a fake cash giveaway and a Covid-19 "remedy".

The strategy devised by scientists was to keep large parts of society open but not everyone is convinced.

No evidence people who develop antibodies after recovering are protected against a second infection.

Georgia, Oklahoma and Alaska lift some restrictions despite warnings that it may be too soon.

The sombre milestone is reached with 2.8 million infections, Johns Hopkins University figures say.

As the World Food Programme warns of the worst crisis since WWII, which countries are most vulnerable?

Over 26 million Americans have filed for unemployment - and there's a human story behind each claim.

Crime gangs in Latin America are making changes to the way they operate, but are they gaining strength?

The Bundesliga is hoping to return to action behind closed doors next month, but what challenges does it face to make it reality?

Police in Madhya Pradesh say the child was grabbed near her home and subjected to a horrific attack.

Data shows a further 4.4 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits in the past week.

Germany begins tough EU summit talks on emergency funds for stricken Europe.

The US president says he is unhappy that the ultra-wealthy college has received stimulus money.

Environmental crises must not be forgotten amid the pandemic, says the UN Secretary General.

It's thought the Covid-19 outbreak may have begun in a Chinese market that sold wildlife alongside food.

Researchers claim the sophistication of the hack makes it nearly undetectable to victims.

The Covid-19 pandemic is badly damaging developing countries' economies in a number of ways.

The measure, which contains a number of exemptions, lasts for 60 days and could be extended, he said.