<p>As the coronavirus pandemic continues to rattle Europe, streaming giant Netflix said it will be reducing its quality of service in order to ease pressure on the internet.</p>

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<p>"We estimate that this will reduce Netflix traffic on European networks by around 25 per cent while also ensuring a good quality service for our members," the company said in a statement.</p>

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<p>EU commissioner for the internal market and digital economy Thierry Breton said: "I warmly commend the initiative that Google takes to preserve the smooth functioning of the Internet during the COVID-19 crisis by having YouTube switch all Flag of European Union traffic to SD by default."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-italy-death-toll-reaches-3405-overtaking-china-287455">Also Read: Italy death toll reaches 3,405, overtaking China</a></p>

<p>Netflix will now be switching to SD mode from HD in order to ensure smooth functioning of the Internet in Europe.</p>

<p>"I welcome the very prompt action that Netflix has taken to preserve the smooth functioning of the Internet during the COVID-19 crisis while maintaining a good experience for users," EU'S Thierry Breton added.</p>


As the coronavirus pandemic continues to rattle Europe, streaming giant Netflix said it will be reducing its quality of service in order to ease pressure on the internet.

As the coronavirus pandemic continues to rattle Europe, streaming giant Netflix said it will be reducing its quality of service in order to ease pressure on the internet. Also Read: Trump pitches for fast-tracking anti-malarials to treat coronavirus; FDA on defensive "We estimate that this will reduce Netflix traffic on European networks by around 25 per cent while also ensuring a good quality service for our members," the company said in a statement. Watch Video: EU commissioner for the internal market and digital economy Thierry Breton said: "I warmly commend the initiative that Google takes to preserve the smooth functioning of the Internet during the COVID-19 crisis by having YouTube switch all Flag of European Union traffic to SD by default." Also Read: Italy death toll reaches 3,405, overtaking China Netflix will now be switching to SD mode from HD in order to ensure smooth functioning of the Internet in Europe. "I welcome the very prompt action that Netflix has taken to preserve the smooth functioning of the Internet during the COVID-19 crisis while maintaining a good experience for users," EU'S Thierry Breton added.

Coronavirus effect: Netflix, YouTube to reduce streaming quality in Europe

<p>As the BSE Sensex crashed on Thursday over the spread of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/all-passengers-coming-to-kashmir-from-leh-to-be-quarantined-srinagar-dm-287228">coronavirus </a>in the country, the Indian Rupee plunged 83 paise to 75.09 against the US dollar.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/coronavirus-fears-continue-to-hurt-indian-markets-sensex-tumble-nearly-2000-points-287286">Also Read:&nbsp;Coronavirus fears continue to hurt Indian markets</a></p>

<p>The Sensex opened on a negative note on Thursday with the Sensex down 1,944.02 points down at 26,925.49 and Nifty falling 498.25 points to 8,468.80.</p>

<p>The Sensex recovered ground but was still down 763 points in afternoon trade.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/coronavirus-confirmed-cases-rise-to-166-in-india-287283">Also Read:&nbsp;Coronavirus confirmed cases rise to 166 in India</a></p>

<p>Brent crude futures rose 1.73 per cent to $25.31 per barrel on Thursday.</p>

<p>The rout in Indian stock markets occurred after Wall Street stocks plunged again on Wednesday as the Dow fell 6.3 per cent over 1,300 points to close at 19,898.92. It is the first time it &nbsp;closed below the 20,000 level since 2017.</p>

<p>The broad-based S&amp;P 500 also dropped 5.2 per cent to finish at 2,398.10, while the Nasdaq crashed 4.7 per cent to 6,989.84.</p>


As the BSE Sensex crashed on Thursday over the spread of coronavirus in the country, the Indian Rupee plunged 83 paise to 75.09 against the US dollar. Also Read: Coronavirus fears continue to hurt Indian markets The Sensex opened on a negative note on Thursday with the Sensex down 1,944.

As the BSE Sensex crashed on Thursday over the spread of coronavirus in the country, the Indian Rupee plunged 83 paise to 75.09 against the US dollar. Also Read: Coronavirus fears continue to hurt Indian markets The Sensex opened on a negative note on Thursday with the Sensex down 1,944.02 points down at 26,925.49 and Nifty falling 498.25 points to 8,468.80. The Sensex recovered ground but was still down 763 points in afternoon trade. Also Read: Coronavirus confirmed cases rise to 166 in India Brent crude futures rose 1.73 per cent to $25.31 per barrel on Thursday. The rout in Indian stock markets occurred after Wall Street stocks plunged again on Wednesday as the Dow fell 6.3 per cent over 1,300 points to close at 19,898.92. It is the first time it closed below the 20,000 level since 2017. The broad-based S&P 500 also dropped 5.2 per cent to finish at 2,398.10, while the Nasdaq crashed 4.7 per cent to 6,989.84.

Coronavirus effect: Rupee plunges to 75.09 against US dollar

<p>As the death toll due to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-lockdown-in-china-has-saved-more-lives-by-controlling-pollution-than-preventing-infection-287195">coronavirus</a> jumped to over hundred in the United States, President Trump likened himself to a "wartime president" while vowing to fight the "invisible enemy".</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-since-world-war-ii-has-germany-faced-such-a-challenge-chancellor-merkel-on-coronavirus-pandemic-287272">Also Read: Not since World War-II has Germany faced such a challenge, says Chancellor Merkel</a></p>

<p>Trump invoked the Defense Production Act, 1950 in an attempt to beat the virus. The act allows the US government to &nbsp;compel businesses to sign contracts and expand production.</p>

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<p>The move is expected to ramp up production of protective masks and other equipment to fight the virus.</p>

<p>"I only signed the Defense Production Act to combat the Chinese virus should we need to invoke it in a worst case scenario in the future," the US president said, adding,"Hopefully there will be no need, but we are all in this together."</p>

<p>"I want all Americans to understand: we are at war with an invisible enemy, but that enemy is no match for the spirit and resolve of the American people," the US President added.</p>

<p>"We will be, by mutual consent, temporarily closing our northern Border with Canada to non-essential traffic. Trade will not be affected," he said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-reports-no-new-domestic-coronavirus-infection-as-imported-cases-surge-287267">Also Read: China reports no new domestic coronavirus infection as 'imported' cases surge</a></p>

<p>Meanwhile, the US Senate passed a $100 billion emergency package as America grappled with the virus. Senators voted 90 to eight to pass the baill which has already cleared the House of Representatives.</p>

<p>US stocks were battered again on Wednesday with the Dow Jones finishing below the 20,000-point level for the first time since 2017 despite the economic stimulus announced by Trump.</p>


As the death toll due to coronavirus jumped to over hundred in the United States, President Trump likened himself to a "wartime president" while vowing to fight the "invisible enemy".

As the death toll due to coronavirus jumped to over hundred in the United States, President Trump likened himself to a "wartime president" while vowing to fight the "invisible enemy". Also Read: Not since World War-II has Germany faced such a challenge, says Chancellor Merkel Trump invoked the Defense Production Act, 1950 in an attempt to beat the virus. The act allows the US government to compel businesses to sign contracts and expand production. Watch Video: The move is expected to ramp up production of protective masks and other equipment to fight the virus. "I only signed the Defense Production Act to combat the Chinese virus should we need to invoke it in a worst case scenario in the future," the US president said, adding,"Hopefully there will be no need, but we are all in this together." "I want all Americans to understand: we are at war with an invisible enemy, but that enemy is no match for the spirit and resolve of the American people," the US President added. "We will be, by mutual consent, temporarily closing our northern Border with Canada to non-essential traffic. Trade will not be affected," he said. Also Read: China reports no new domestic coronavirus infection as 'imported' cases surge Meanwhile, the US Senate passed a $100 billion emergency package as America grappled with the virus. Senators voted 90 to eight to pass the baill which has already cleared the House of Representatives. US stocks were battered again on Wednesday with the Dow Jones finishing below the 20,000-point level for the first time since 2017 despite the economic stimulus announced by Trump.

'Wartime president' Trump invokes Defense Production Act to fight coronavirus

<p>The number of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/in-quarantine-due-to-coronavirus-you-have-got-company-in-pm-modis-speeches-287213">coronavirus</a> cases rose to 166 in the country with 141 Indian nationals affected including 25 foreigners.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/woman-tests-positive-for-coronavirus-in-chandigarh-with-travel-history-to-uk-287268">Also Read:&nbsp;Woman tests positive for coronavirus in Chandigarh with travel history to UK</a></p>

<p>Maharashtra reported the most number of confirmed cases with 42 infected followed by 25 in Kerala.</p>

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<p>The national capital reported 11 confirmed cases of COVID-19. Karnataka reported 14 cases of the virus in the last 24 hours.</p>

<p>In Uttar Pradesh, there were 16 cases of the virus with Rajasthan reporting five&nbsp;cases.</p>

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<p>According to government data, 15 people were cured of the virus and discharged nationwide.</p>

<p>Haryana reported the most number of foreigners infected with the virus with 14 testing positive followed by three&nbsp;in Maharashtra.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, a 23-year-old woman in Chandigarh tested positive for COVID-19 with travel history to the United Kingdom, authorities said on Thursday.</p>

<p>Telangana reported seven more cases of coronavirus. The state government said all patients were Indonesian nationals.</p>


The number of coronavirus cases rose to 166 in the country with 141 Indian nationals affected including 25 foreigners. Also Read: Woman tests positive for coronavirus in Chandigarh with travel history to UK Maharashtra reported the most number of confirmed cases with 42 infected followed by 25 in Kerala.

The number of coronavirus cases rose to 166 in the country with 141 Indian nationals affected including 25 foreigners. Also Read: Woman tests positive for coronavirus in Chandigarh with travel history to UK Maharashtra reported the most number of confirmed cases with 42 infected followed by 25 in Kerala. Watch Video: The national capital reported 11 confirmed cases of COVID-19. Karnataka reported 14 cases of the virus in the last 24 hours. In Uttar Pradesh, there were 16 cases of the virus with Rajasthan reporting five cases. Also Read: All passengers coming to Kashmir from Leh to be quarantined According to government data, 15 people were cured of the virus and discharged nationwide. Haryana reported the most number of foreigners infected with the virus with 14 testing positive followed by three in Maharashtra. Meanwhile, a 23-year-old woman in Chandigarh tested positive for COVID-19 with travel history to the United Kingdom, authorities said on Thursday. Telangana reported seven more cases of coronavirus. The state government said all patients were Indonesian nationals.

Coronavirus confirmed cases rise to 166 in India

<p>In a move to contain the spread of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wartime-president-trump-invokes-defense-production-act-to-fight-coronavirus-287280">coronavirus</a>, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison banned any non-residents arriving in the country.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-since-world-war-ii-has-germany-faced-such-a-challenge-chancellor-merkel-on-coronavirus-pandemic-287272">Also Read: Not since World War-II has Germany faced such a challenge, says Merkel</a></p>

<p>"A travel ban will be placed on all non-residents, non-Australian citizens coming to Australia, and that will be in place from 9:00 pm tomorrow evening," Prime Minister Scott Morrison said.</p>

<p>The Australian prime minister had earlier declared "human biosecurity emergency" and had urged citizens not to travel abroad.</p>

<p>The "human biosecurity emergency" authorises the government to not&nbsp;only close off cities but also impose curfews and order people to quarantine.</p>

<p>Australia has recorded over 500 cases of infections and six fatalities but authorities fear the number of cases could escalate.</p>

<p>Australia put into effect "Level 4: Do not travel" to any country in the world official advice including a ban on any "non-essential indoor gatherings of more than 100 people".</p>

<p>"Life is changing in Australia, as it is changing all around the world," Morrison said at a news conference, adding, "Life is going to continue to change, as we deal with the global coronavirus. This is a once in a hundred-year type event."</p>

<p>Australia's Qantas airline had earlier announced that it had stopped all international flights and suspended 20,000 staff due to the coronavirus outbreak.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Australia's central bank cut interest rates in a bid to boost the economy with the country's central bank cutting the cash rate by a quarter of a point to 0.25 per cent.</p>


In a move to contain the spread of coronavirus, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison banned any non-residents arriving in the country. Also Read: Not since World War-II has Germany faced such a challenge, says Merkel "A travel ban will be placed on all non-residents, non-Australian citizens coming to Australia, and that will be in place from 9:00 pm tomorrow evening," Prime Minister Scott Morrison said.

In a move to contain the spread of coronavirus, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison banned any non-residents arriving in the country. Also Read: Not since World War-II has Germany faced such a challenge, says Merkel "A travel ban will be placed on all non-residents, non-Australian citizens coming to Australia, and that will be in place from 9:00 pm tomorrow evening," Prime Minister Scott Morrison said. The Australian prime minister had earlier declared "human biosecurity emergency" and had urged citizens not to travel abroad. The "human biosecurity emergency" authorises the government to not only close off cities but also impose curfews and order people to quarantine. Australia has recorded over 500 cases of infections and six fatalities but authorities fear the number of cases could escalate. Australia put into effect "Level 4: Do not travel" to any country in the world official advice including a ban on any "non-essential indoor gatherings of more than 100 people". "Life is changing in Australia, as it is changing all around the world," Morrison said at a news conference, adding, "Life is going to continue to change, as we deal with the global coronavirus. This is a once in a hundred-year type event." Australia's Qantas airline had earlier announced that it had stopped all international flights and suspended 20,000 staff due to the coronavirus outbreak. Meanwhile, Australia's central bank cut interest rates in a bid to boost the economy with the country's central bank cutting the cash rate by a quarter of a point to 0.25 per cent.

After human biosecurity emergency, Australia bans non-residents from arrival

<p>As Europe grapples with the coronavirus pandemic, German Chancellor Angela Merkel called the fight against <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-lockdown-in-china-has-saved-more-lives-by-controlling-pollution-than-preventing-infection-287195">COVID-19</a> as the "biggest challenge since the second world war".</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-reports-no-new-domestic-coronavirus-infection-as-imported-cases-surge-287267">Also Read: China reports no new domestic coronavirus infection as 'imported' cases surge</a><br />
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"The situation is serious. Take it seriously. Not since German reunification, no, not since the Second World War has our country faced a challenge that depends so much on our collective solidarity," the German Chancellor said.</p>

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<p>The German chancellor's announcement comes as state and federal governments announced steps to boost medical capacity as the country battles mounting cases of coronavirus.</p>

<p>Germany has reported 12 deaths and 8,198 confirmed cases with the virus growing rapidly nationwide.</p>

<p>The country has closed bars, clubs, swimming pools and cinemas although it has kept supermarkets, banks and pharmacies open.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-may-make-25-million-jobless-workers-to-lose-34-trillion-in-income-united-nations-287255">Also Read:&nbsp;Coronavirus may make 25 million jobless, workers to lose $3.4 trillion in income</a></p>

<p>Meanwhile, Italy witnessed its highest jump in the number of deaths since February with 475 deaths in just the last 24 hours. It is also the highest single-day death toll of any nation since the first case was detected in China in December last year.</p>

<p>As the death toll surpasses over 100 in the United Kingdom, Britain announced the closure of all schools and placed 20,000 troops on standby in efforts to stem the spread of coronavirus.</p>


As Europe grapples with the coronavirus pandemic, German Chancellor Angela Merkel called the fight against COVID-19 as the "biggest challenge since the second world war".

As Europe grapples with the coronavirus pandemic, German Chancellor Angela Merkel called the fight against COVID-19 as the "biggest challenge since the second world war". Also Read: China reports no new domestic coronavirus infection as 'imported' cases surge "The situation is serious. Take it seriously. Not since German reunification, no, not since the Second World War has our country faced a challenge that depends so much on our collective solidarity," the German Chancellor said. Watch Video: The German chancellor's announcement comes as state and federal governments announced steps to boost medical capacity as the country battles mounting cases of coronavirus. Germany has reported 12 deaths and 8,198 confirmed cases with the virus growing rapidly nationwide. The country has closed bars, clubs, swimming pools and cinemas although it has kept supermarkets, banks and pharmacies open. Also Read: Coronavirus may make 25 million jobless, workers to lose $3.4 trillion in income Meanwhile, Italy witnessed its highest jump in the number of deaths since February with 475 deaths in just the last 24 hours. It is also the highest single-day death toll of any nation since the first case was detected in China in December last year. As the death toll surpasses over 100 in the United Kingdom, Britain announced the closure of all schools and placed 20,000 troops on standby in efforts to stem the spread of coronavirus.

Not since World War-II has Germany faced such a challenge: Chancellor Merkel on coronavirus pandemic

<p>A 23-year-old woman in Chandigarh tested positive for <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/two-more-test-positive-for-covid-19-in-karanataka-total-now-at-13-287231">COVID-19 </a>with travel history to the United Kingdom, authorities said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/in-quarantine-due-to-coronavirus-you-have-got-company-in-pm-modis-speeches-287213">Also Read:&nbsp;In quarantine due to coronavirus? You have got company in PM Modi's speeches</a></p>

<p>Telangana reported seven more cases of coronavirus. The state government said all patients were Indonesian nationals and were sent to isolation wards.</p>

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<p>Indian authorities on Wednesday continued to put a mechanism in place to fight the virus with Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan visiting Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport to take stock of preparedness to fight the virus.</p>

<p>"I reviewed the arrangements we have made here to ensure everything is running smoothly," Harsh Vardhan said, adding,"we are doing our utmost to ensure that we take care of what is required to manage the situation in a scientific and professional manner."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/all-passengers-coming-to-kashmir-from-leh-to-be-quarantined-srinagar-dm-287228">Also Read: All passengers coming to Kashmir from Leh to be quarantined&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>Goa health minister&nbsp;Vishwajit Rane inspected the Dabolim airport to review the state government's action plan to fight the virus even as Odisha conducted large scale a disinfection drive at Coaching Depot Bhubaneswar as a precautionary measure.</p>

<p>The Assam government has issued advisory over the closure of all liquor bars, night clubs, beauty parlous and salons in the state.<br />
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A 23-year-old woman in Chandigarh tested positive for COVID-19 with travel history to the United Kingdom, authorities said. Also Read: In quarantine due to coronavirus?

A 23-year-old woman in Chandigarh tested positive for COVID-19 with travel history to the United Kingdom, authorities said. Also Read: In quarantine due to coronavirus? You have got company in PM Modi's speeches Telangana reported seven more cases of coronavirus. The state government said all patients were Indonesian nationals and were sent to isolation wards. Watch Video: Indian authorities on Wednesday continued to put a mechanism in place to fight the virus with Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan visiting Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport to take stock of preparedness to fight the virus. "I reviewed the arrangements we have made here to ensure everything is running smoothly," Harsh Vardhan said, adding,"we are doing our utmost to ensure that we take care of what is required to manage the situation in a scientific and professional manner." Also Read: All passengers coming to Kashmir from Leh to be quarantined Goa health minister Vishwajit Rane inspected the Dabolim airport to review the state government's action plan to fight the virus even as Odisha conducted large scale a disinfection drive at Coaching Depot Bhubaneswar as a precautionary measure. The Assam government has issued advisory over the closure of all liquor bars, night clubs, beauty parlous and salons in the state.

Woman tests positive for coronavirus in Chandigarh with travel history to UK

<p>Wuhan in China which was the epicentre of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japanese-flu-drug-found-to-be-effective-in-coronavirus-treatment-says-china-after-clinical-trials-287202">coronavirus</a> reported no new domestic cases for the first time since the outbreak began, however, authorities said imported cases had surged.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-may-make-25-million-jobless-workers-to-lose-34-trillion-in-income-united-nations-287255">Also Read:&nbsp;Coronavirus may make 25 million jobless, workers to lose $3.4 trillion in income</a></p>

<p>China's National Health Commission reported 34 cases which were brought in from abroad with the total number shooting up to &nbsp;189.</p>

<p>Beijing accounted for 21 cases of the 34 imported infections from abroad.</p>

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<p>Chinese authorities had reported the first case of the virus on December 31, since then Wuhan has been reporting cases of infection, however on Thursday, the tide seems to have turned.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-in-india-live-updates-coronavirus-cases-in-india-live-news-latest-updates-one-intel-employee-potentially-exposed-to-coronavirus-under-quarantine-284099">Also Read:&nbsp;Italy reports 475 new virus deaths, highest one-day toll of any nation</a></p>

<p>According to the commission, there were eight deaths in Hubei province with the nationwide toll rising to 3,245.</p>

<p>There are at least 80,928 people who are infected from the virus.</p>

<p>The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-always-treated-chinese-virus-seriously-donald-trump-287201">virus </a>has now spread to 150 countries with Italy being the most affected outside China with 2,978 deaths, 35,713 cases.</p>

<p>Europe which has now become the epicentre of the virus has reported 4,112 deaths.</p>


Wuhan in China which was the epicentre of the coronavirus reported no new domestic cases for the first time since the outbreak began, however, authorities said imported cases had surged.

Wuhan in China which was the epicentre of the coronavirus reported no new domestic cases for the first time since the outbreak began, however, authorities said imported cases had surged. Also Read: Coronavirus may make 25 million jobless, workers to lose $3.4 trillion in income China's National Health Commission reported 34 cases which were brought in from abroad with the total number shooting up to 189. Beijing accounted for 21 cases of the 34 imported infections from abroad. Watch Video: Chinese authorities had reported the first case of the virus on December 31, since then Wuhan has been reporting cases of infection, however on Thursday, the tide seems to have turned. Also Read: Italy reports 475 new virus deaths, highest one-day toll of any nation According to the commission, there were eight deaths in Hubei province with the nationwide toll rising to 3,245. There are at least 80,928 people who are infected from the virus. The virus has now spread to 150 countries with Italy being the most affected outside China with 2,978 deaths, 35,713 cases. Europe which has now become the epicentre of the virus has reported 4,112 deaths.

China reports no new domestic coronavirus infection as 'imported' cases surge

<p>Several breweries and distilleries in Europe have announced that they will be using their vast infrastructre&nbsp;to produce hand sanitizers as the continent grapples with the coronavirus pandemic.</p>

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<p>Brewdog announced on Wednesday that it had started working on making hand sanitiser in its Scotland distillery.</p>

<p>"We are determined to do everything we can to try and help as many people as possible stay safe," the company said.</p>

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<p>Another company, Leith Gin said that it had suspended spirit production and was "making high strength hand sanitiser for those in need in our local community."</p>

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<p>Dundee-based Verdant Spirits said it had been "asked to switch production to make hand sanitizer".</p>

<p>"To make 100L will cost us £2500 in duty alone so we need your help to get off the ground," the company announced on Twitter.</p>

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Please donate if you can &amp; share!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/covid19?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#covid19</a><a href="https://t.co/K9Nj2i3GhZ">https://t.co/K9Nj2i3GhZ</a></p>
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<p>French company Pernod Ricard in a statement said is donating 70,000 litres of pure alcohol to Laboratoire Cooper to make hand sanitizers.</p>

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<p>"In Spain and Ireland, Pernod Ricard Spain and Irish distillers have announced they will put their technical, human and production facilities at the service of the authorities to produce hand sanitizer," it said.</p>

<p>"In Sweden, the distillery of Absolut Vodka is offering spirits at large scale to produce hand sanitizer for public health care," the company added.</p>


Several breweries and distilleries in Europe have announced that they will be using their vast infrastructre to produce hand sanitizers as the continent grapples with the coronavirus pandemic.

Several breweries and distilleries in Europe have announced that they will be using their vast infrastructre to produce hand sanitizers as the continent grapples with the coronavirus pandemic. Say hello to Punk Sanitiser 🙌 To help with the shortages, we have just started working on making hand sanitiser at our distillery in Scotland. We are determined to do everything we can to try and help as many people as possible stay safe. It's time to keep it clean. pic.twitter.com/1rNoGqdVXF — BrewDog (@BrewDog) March 18, 2020 × Brewdog announced on Wednesday that it had started working on making hand sanitiser in its Scotland distillery. "We are determined to do everything we can to try and help as many people as possible stay safe," the company said. In Pics: What are famous French luxury brands doing to combat coronavirus? Another company, Leith Gin said that it had suspended spirit production and was "making high strength hand sanitiser for those in need in our local community." We have suspended spirit production and are making high strength hand sanitiser for those in need in our local community. We have a finite amount of glassware, does anyone know of a company who could contribute small plastic bottles with pump action tops? Please circulate/pass on pic.twitter.com/kktqE3ziZW — LeithGin (@TheLeithGin) March 17, 2020 × Dundee-based Verdant Spirits said it had been "asked to switch production to make hand sanitizer". "To make 100L will cost us £2500 in duty alone so we need your help to get off the ground," the company announced on Twitter. WE NEED YOUR HELP We’ve been asked to switch our production temporarily to make hand sanitiser for our local health workers To make 100L will cost us £2500 in duty alone so we need your help to get off the ground. Please donate if you can & share!#covid19https://t.co/K9Nj2i3GhZ — Verdant Spirits (@verdantspirits) March 17, 2020 × French company Pernod Ricard in a statement said is donating 70,000 litres of pure alcohol to Laboratoire Cooper to make hand sanitizers. Ricard SAS partners with Laboratoire Cooper, supplier to all pharmacies in 🇫🇷, to donate pure alcohol for the production of hand sanitiser. Initiatives are also underway in 🇸🇪@absolutvodka, 🇪🇸 @Pernod_RicardES, 🇮🇪 @IrishDistillers & 🇺🇸 @RabbitHoleKY, @FRDistilling, @SmoothAmbler — Pernod Ricard (@Pernod_Ricard) March 18, 2020 × "In Spain and Ireland, Pernod Ricard Spain and Irish distillers have announced they will put their technical, human and production facilities at the service of the authorities to produce hand sanitizer," it said. "In Sweden, the distillery of Absolut Vodka is offering spirits at large scale to produce hand sanitizer for public health care," the company added.

European breweries switch to producing hand sanitizers amid coronavirus pandemic

<p>As Brazil confirmed four deaths due to coronavirus, Brazilians hit out at President Jair Bolsonaro after he said the nation should "calm down" and not "let ourselves go into hysteria" over the coronavirus outbreak.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-since-world-war-ii-has-germany-faced-such-a-challenge-chancellor-merkel-on-coronavirus-pandemic-287272">Also Read: Not since World War-II has Germany faced such a challenge, says Merkel</a></p>

<p>In an awkward&nbsp;press conference, the Brazilian president repeatedly removed his mask and at one point it was stuck loosely from his ear and later got stuck over his eyes.</p>

<p>"I want to calm the Brazilian people...we can't let ourselves go into hysteria," Bolsanaro said while acknowledging&nbsp;the "gravity" of the pandemic.</p>

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<p>The Brazilian president's announcement came even as two cabinet ministers and the head of the Brazilian Senate said they had tested positive for the new coronavirus.</p>

<p>Brazil erupted to the sound of banging pots and pans and shouts of “Bolsonaro out!” with protesters expressing their anger toward the president.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Brazil has 428 confirmed cases of coronavirus as the country grapples with the virus threat. The Brazilian president himself was tested earlier as reports showed negative results.</p>

<p>In an interview, the Brazilian president had said, "People are acting like it's the end of the world," adding, "The economy was doing well, but now some governors are taking measures that are really going to hurt it... It's not like having groups of people here and there is the problem. What we need to do is reduce the hysteria."</p>

<p>Brazil had earlier closed d schools, theatres and cinemas for at least 15 days in order to contain the virus with Rio's governor Wilson Witzel ordering people to stay off the city's beaches.</p>


As Brazil confirmed four deaths due to coronavirus, Brazilians hit out at President Jair Bolsonaro after he said the nation should "calm down" and not "let ourselves go into hysteria" over the coronavirus outbreak.

As Brazil confirmed four deaths due to coronavirus, Brazilians hit out at President Jair Bolsonaro after he said the nation should "calm down" and not "let ourselves go into hysteria" over the coronavirus outbreak. Also Read: Not since World War-II has Germany faced such a challenge, says Merkel In an awkward press conference, the Brazilian president repeatedly removed his mask and at one point it was stuck loosely from his ear and later got stuck over his eyes. "I want to calm the Brazilian people...we can't let ourselves go into hysteria," Bolsanaro said while acknowledging the "gravity" of the pandemic. Watch Video: The Brazilian president's announcement came even as two cabinet ministers and the head of the Brazilian Senate said they had tested positive for the new coronavirus. Brazil erupted to the sound of banging pots and pans and shouts of “Bolsonaro out!” with protesters expressing their anger toward the president. Brazil has 428 confirmed cases of coronavirus as the country grapples with the virus threat. The Brazilian president himself was tested earlier as reports showed negative results. In an interview, the Brazilian president had said, "People are acting like it's the end of the world," adding, "The economy was doing well, but now some governors are taking measures that are really going to hurt it... It's not like having groups of people here and there is the problem. What we need to do is reduce the hysteria." Brazil had earlier closed d schools, theatres and cinemas for at least 15 days in order to contain the virus with Rio's governor Wilson Witzel ordering people to stay off the city's beaches.

Bolsonaro out! Brazil erupts over president's 'hysteria' remark

<p>As Indian authorities confirmed the number of coronavirus cases had risen to 166, Uttar Pradesh capital Lucknow reported two more cases of the virus.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/woman-tests-positive-for-coronavirus-in-chandigarh-with-travel-history-to-uk-287268">Also Read:&nbsp;Woman tests positive for coronavirus in Chandigarh with travel history to UK</a></p>

<p>The patients were moved to the COVID-19 isolation ward.</p>

<p>HCL technology said that an employee had tested positive for the virus who&nbsp;worked in the Noida office while he was in self-isolation after his return from international travel.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Mumbai's "Dabbawalas" have suspended their services from March 20 till March 31 due to the coronavirus pandemic.</p>

<p>"We are fighting a war against coronavirus. We all have to take precautionary measures, avoid unnecessary travelling. The situation is not critical but it is worrisome," Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray said.</p>

<p>PM Modi is due to address the nation on COVID-19 today.</p>

<p>"A 24-year-old woman has tested positive for coronavirus in Raipur; she has travel history to London," Chhattisgarh health minister TS Singh Deo said.</p>

<p>"Her family members have been directed to home quarantine themselves," the minister added.</p>

<p>Uttarakhand's health department said 128 people have been home quarantined in order to control the spread of coronavirus.</p>


As Indian authorities confirmed the number of coronavirus cases had risen to 166, Uttar Pradesh capital Lucknow reported two more cases of the virus. Also Read: Woman tests positive for coronavirus in Chandigarh with travel history to UK The patients were moved to the COVID-19 isolation ward.

As Indian authorities confirmed the number of coronavirus cases had risen to 166, Uttar Pradesh capital Lucknow reported two more cases of the virus. Also Read: Woman tests positive for coronavirus in Chandigarh with travel history to UK The patients were moved to the COVID-19 isolation ward. HCL technology said that an employee had tested positive for the virus who worked in the Noida office while he was in self-isolation after his return from international travel. Meanwhile, Mumbai's "Dabbawalas" have suspended their services from March 20 till March 31 due to the coronavirus pandemic. "We are fighting a war against coronavirus. We all have to take precautionary measures, avoid unnecessary travelling. The situation is not critical but it is worrisome," Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray said. PM Modi is due to address the nation on COVID-19 today. "A 24-year-old woman has tested positive for coronavirus in Raipur; she has travel history to London," Chhattisgarh health minister TS Singh Deo said. "Her family members have been directed to home quarantine themselves," the minister added. Uttarakhand's health department said 128 people have been home quarantined in order to control the spread of coronavirus.

Coronavirus: HCL Technologies employee tests positive; 2 cases reported in Lucknow

People who have been exposed to the new coronavirus and who are at risk of coming down with COVID-19 are practising self-quarantine and social distancing. The total number of global confirmed coronavirus cases has now claimed over 1,98,000 with more than 7,900 deaths across 145 countries.

People who have been exposed to the new coronavirus and who are at risk of coming down with COVID-19 are practising self-quarantine and social distancing. The total number of global confirmed coronavirus cases has now claimed over 1,98,000 with more than 7,900 deaths across 145 countries. However, staying in isolation for a long period of time can get boring. Here is a thread of memes, tweets and illustrations to keep yourself entertained: View this post on Instagram Is penalty for the ones that go on an adventure needed? A post shared by Corona Virus Memes (@coronavirus.meme) on Mar 15, 2020 at 4:14pm PDT × Also see: Coronavirus pandemic: How can you protect yourself? All important questions answered View this post on Instagram Start flexing 😎😎 A post shared by Corona Virus Memes (@coronavirus.meme) on Mar 12, 2020 at 1:29pm PDT × Also see: Social Distancing: How to be more productive while working from home View this post on Instagram Great idea 🌍 🌎 A post shared by Corona Virus Memes (@coronavirus.meme) on Mar 11, 2020 at 10:29am PDT × Also see: Famous people who tested positive for coronavirus Vegas in 3 months be like... pic.twitter.com/7BGgKyxLTc — CoronaVirus Memes (@TheCoronaMemes) March 17, 2020 × "CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19"#stewardmeme pic.twitter.com/7rD7PfqY9a — Aditya Shah (@IDdocAdi) February 27, 2020 × oh nowwww everyone wanna know what introverts do for fun — Aparna Nancherla (@aparnapkin) March 13, 2020 × So you can now watch Netflix with your friends during social distancing 🤪 pic.twitter.com/csaGu5qktN — Memezar (@meme_zar) March 17, 2020 × social distancing pic.twitter.com/i8AevDOMQj — dog reaction memes (@dogrxnmemes) March 17, 2020 × #coronavirus pic.twitter.com/ifllg2Asx0 — CoronaVirus Memes (@TheCoronaMemes) March 17, 2020 × pic.twitter.com/Vfonr2mBqn — Mike Justice (@MikeJustice74) March 17, 2020 × #CoronaVirus doesn’t even know what it has done to sports fans pic.twitter.com/1KXONAy5jM — CoronaVirus Memes (@TheCoronaMemes) March 16, 2020 × Sounds about right #CoronaVirus pic.twitter.com/XMzjYoOZoF — CoronaVirus Memes (@TheCoronaMemes) March 14, 2020 × “How’s nationwide self-quarantine going?” pic.twitter.com/oP7sdQiUPA — Tom Brady Stan Account (@MatthewFoldi) March 14, 2020 × Basically🤷🏻‍♀️... Living with #chronicillness , #memes #memesdaily #SocialDistancing #coronavirus #coronapocalypse pic.twitter.com/geDwdSKStp — SHIƝЄ •🦋🌻🌈✨🔮• (@Shine_Aaliyah7) March 18, 2020 ×

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