Greece will be opening its borders for international tourists from June 15, as the country ended its lockdown in May to regain stability in the crippling economy.

However, the government has decided to conduct coronavirus tests for visitors arriving from high-risk areas of the European Union (EU). The tests will be specifically for the airports which have been categorized as 'high-risk' by the European Union's Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).

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"If you originate from an airport on the EASA affected area list, then you will be tested upon arrival," the ministry of foreign affairs said in an announcement.

"If the test is negative, then the passenger self-quarantines for 7 days. If the test is positive, the passenger is quarantined under supervision for 14 days,"&nbsp; ministry added.

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EASA has issued a list of high-risk airports, including&nbsp;13 in the United Kingdom, all 22 in the US and in the Ile de France region surrounding Paris; the list is regularly updated.

Greece issued a list of 29 'safe' countries, whose visitors will not be compulsorily tested on arrival. However, the government has mentioned that the visitors can be randomly tested for coronavirus during their stay in the country.

The country relied heavily on tourism, and has faced a steep decline in the economy as the tourism halted due to the pandemic.&nbsp;Greece's economy is seen contracting by up to 10% this year.

Greece will be opening its borders for international tourists from June 15, as the country ended its lockdown in May to regain stability in the crippling economy.

Greece will be opening its borders for international tourists from June 15, as the country ended its lockdown in May to regain stability in the crippling economy. However, the government has decided to conduct coronavirus tests for visitors arriving from high-risk areas of the European Union (EU). The tests will be specifically for the airports which have been categorized as 'high-risk' by the European Union's Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). Also read: Border closures, pre-travel tests largely ineffective against COVID-19 spread: EU health agency "If you originate from an airport on the EASA affected area list, then you will be tested upon arrival," the ministry of foreign affairs said in an announcement. "If the test is negative, then the passenger self-quarantines for 7 days. If the test is positive, the passenger is quarantined under supervision for 14 days," ministry added. Also read: Greece to resume international travel from July 01; no screening to be done EASA has issued a list of high-risk airports, including 13 in the United Kingdom, all 22 in the US and in the Ile de France region surrounding Paris; the list is regularly updated. Greece issued a list of 29 'safe' countries, whose visitors will not be compulsorily tested on arrival. However, the government has mentioned that the visitors can be randomly tested for coronavirus during their stay in the country. The country relied heavily on tourism, and has faced a steep decline in the economy as the tourism halted due to the pandemic. Greece's economy is seen contracting by up to 10% this year.

Greece will test visitors from high-risk EU airports for COVID-19

New coronavirus poor stood in long queues, waiting to pick up bags of basic necessities, abruptly tipped into dependence on handouts by the pandemic.

Europe's unemployed stand in queues for handouts

Demonstrations took place on Saturday in several European cities against restrictions aimed at controlling the spread of the coronavirus

Anti-Lockdown protests erupt across Europe

The French diary industry has launched a campaign urging people to eat more cheese as coronavirus as hit sales as much as 60%

France urges people to eat more cheese

Helmets are a common sight in Rome, worn by the thousands of vespa riders whizzing around the ancient city. But now you’ll see them inside the main international airport too. Fiumicino is now the first in Europe to use ‘smart helmets’ to check the temperature of travellers.

Robocop-style helmets help Rome airport check passenger temperatures from a distance

After weeks of lockdown put in place to contain the spread of coronavirus, many countries in Europe started preparing to lift restrictions after a consistent drop in the number of cases and fatalities.&nbsp;

Italy, which has witnessed most deaths from coronavirus after the United States, will ease lockdown restrictions from Monday, where people would be allowed to stroll in parks and visit relatives. Takeaway services would be allowed in restaurants.&nbsp;

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Germany will continue to provide the relaxations at the start of the week, with schools in some places likely to reopen and France has said it will partially ease lockdown measures on May 11.

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In Hungary, some stores and museums, restaurants and hotels, beaches and baths can reopen from Monday, but restrictions will continue in the capital Budapest, which has reported nearly 70 per&nbsp;cent of the country's total cases.

In Spain, which has also been badly affected by the virus and witnessed one of the harshest lockdowns in the continent, there was joy and relief as the government allowed people to exercise and walk freely after seven weeks.&nbsp;

Over 242,000 people have lost their lives in coronavirus and with 3.4 million infected worldwide by the virus, half of humanity is under some form of lockdown. &nbsp;

However, since many health experts still warn of another wave of the virus, measures of social distancing, the use of masks, and more testing are encouraged in these European countries.&nbsp;

After weeks of lockdown put in place to contain the spread of coronavirus, many countries in Europe started preparing to lift restrictions after a consistent drop in the number of cases and fatalities.

After weeks of lockdown put in place to contain the spread of coronavirus, many countries in Europe started preparing to lift restrictions after a consistent drop in the number of cases and fatalities. Italy, which has witnessed most deaths from coronavirus after the United States, will ease lockdown restrictions from Monday, where people would be allowed to stroll in parks and visit relatives. Takeaway services would be allowed in restaurants. Also read | US sees 1,435 new coronavirus deaths; total toll over 66,000 Germany will continue to provide the relaxations at the start of the week, with schools in some places likely to reopen and France has said it will partially ease lockdown measures on May 11. Also read | Coronavirus cases in Europe top 1.5 million: Report In Hungary, some stores and museums, restaurants and hotels, beaches and baths can reopen from Monday, but restrictions will continue in the capital Budapest, which has reported nearly 70 per cent of the country's total cases. In Spain, which has also been badly affected by the virus and witnessed one of the harshest lockdowns in the continent, there was joy and relief as the government allowed people to exercise and walk freely after seven weeks. Over 242,000 people have lost their lives in coronavirus and with 3.4 million infected worldwide by the virus, half of humanity is under some form of lockdown. However, since many health experts still warn of another wave of the virus, measures of social distancing, the use of masks, and more testing are encouraged in these European countries.

Amid signs of coronavirus spread slowing, European nations prepare easing restrictions

More than 1.5 million coronavirus cases have been reported in Europe, just under half the worldwide total, according to an AFP tally at 0850 GMT on Saturday. With at least 1,506,853 infections, including 140,260 deaths, Europe is the hardest-hit continent.

More than 1.5 million coronavirus cases have been reported in Europe, just under half the worldwide total, according to an AFP tally at 0850 GMT on Saturday. With at least 1,506,853 infections, including 140,260 deaths, Europe is the hardest-hit continent. Across the world, 3,350,224 cases and 238,334 deaths have been recorded. according to the report. Spain, with 215,216 cases and 24,824 deaths, Italy with 207,428 cases and 28,236 deaths, Britain (177,454 and 27,510), France (167,346 and 24,594) and Germany (161,703 and 6,575) are the five European countries with official tolls over 150,000. The tallies, using data collected by AFP from national authorities and information from the World Health Organization (WHO), probably reflect only a fraction of the actual number of infections. Many countries are testing only the most serious cases. (With inputs from AFP)

Coronavirus cases in Europe top 1.5 million: Report

European plane maker Airbus has warned around 1,35,000 of its employees on job cut as it is facing financial impact amid the outbreak of pandemic Coronavirus.

European plane maker Airbus warn its employees on job cut as it faces financial impact

A request for resuming peace talks was made in a joint video call between the foreign ministers of Germany, France and Italy and the EU`s top diplomat on. The video call took place on Saturday and a humanitarian truce was called by the officials.

"We want to unite our voices to those of the U.N. Secretary-General (Antonio) Guterres and his Acting Special Representative for Libya, Stephanie Turco Williams, in their call for a humanitarian truce in Libya," the statement said.

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"We call on all the Libyan actors to get inspired by the spirit of the Holy Ramadan, engage in resuming talks for a genuine ceasefire," said the statement, signed by the EU`s Josep Borrell, France`s Jean-Yves Le Drian, Italy`s Luigi di Maio and Heiko Maas of Germany.

The conflicts in conflicts in the western areas of Libya had escalated this month, despite several urgent calls from the U.N. for a truce.&nbsp;

While the European Union has been able to stop the transportation of artillery from eastern Mediterranean side, it has not been able to stop the transfer from the Egypt-Libya land border.

A request for resuming peace talks was made in a joint video call between the foreign ministers of Germany, France and Italy and the EU`s top diplomat on. The video call took place on Saturday and a humanitarian truce was called by the officials.

A request for resuming peace talks was made in a joint video call between the foreign ministers of Germany, France and Italy and the EU`s top diplomat on. The video call took place on Saturday and a humanitarian truce was called by the officials. "We want to unite our voices to those of the U.N. Secretary-General (Antonio) Guterres and his Acting Special Representative for Libya, Stephanie Turco Williams, in their call for a humanitarian truce in Libya," the statement said. Also read: What impact is COVID-19 having on worn-torn areas like Yemen, Syria, Libya "We call on all the Libyan actors to get inspired by the spirit of the Holy Ramadan, engage in resuming talks for a genuine ceasefire," said the statement, signed by the EU`s Josep Borrell, France`s Jean-Yves Le Drian, Italy`s Luigi di Maio and Heiko Maas of Germany. The conflicts in conflicts in the western areas of Libya had escalated this month, despite several urgent calls from the U.N. for a truce. While the European Union has been able to stop the transportation of artillery from eastern Mediterranean side, it has not been able to stop the transfer from the Egypt-Libya land border.

Europe calls for humanitarian truce in Libya

Italy is the most infected coronavirus country of Europe. The city of Milan is now witnessing some unprecedented burials of people who died due to coronavirus infection. Watch report.

Milan buries unclaimed coronavirus dead : 61 unclaimed victims laid to rest

The coronavirus pandemic swept across Europe and now it seems that the infection rate is now showing some signs of slowing down. Watch report.

Spain: Lowest death toll in a month, Infection rate falls to 2.4 %

The coronavirus has created havoc across Europe and now it has seemed that the infection rate is showing some signs of slow down. Several countries including Italy, Spain, and France are mulling a step-by-step repeal of their nationwide lockdown. Watch report.

France death toll closer to 20,000: Europe plans lockdown exit strategy

With just 2,000+ cases and 99 deaths, Greece seems to break the chain of transmission in Europe. Experts are calling the Greek Model a textbook example of crisis management. WION's gets you a report.

Gravitas: Greece is winning the fight against Covid-19 | Wuhan Coronavirus

The economic cost of the deadly pathogens affecting olive trees in Europe has been estimated to over €20 billion.

The team of researchers made projections for Italy, Spain and Greece, which between them account for 95 per cent&nbsp;of European olive oil production.

The&nbsp;study has been published&nbsp;in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS).

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According to the study,&nbsp;it can cause damages worth&nbsp;€17 billion alone in Spain in the next 50 years.

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(The impact of infection with Xylella - the trees on the right have not yet been exposed to the bacterium)

A similar scenario in Italy would amount to over five billion, while in Greece, the losses would be under two billion.

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Also known as Xylella fastidiosa&nbsp;pathogen is&nbsp;transmitted&nbsp;by sap-sucking insects such as spittlebugs.

The bacterium which has killed swathes of trees in Italy, now poses a potential threat to olive plantations in Spain and Greece.

Researchers have&nbsp;analysed&nbsp;the future adverse&nbsp;impacts of the disease which can&nbsp;increase the costs of olive oil for consumers.

Xylella is considered to be one of the most dangerous pathogens for plants anywhere in the world.

It can infect cherry, almond and plum trees as well as olives and&nbsp;has been&nbsp;associated with olives after a strain was discovered in trees in Puglia in Italy in 2013.

At present there is no cure for the infection which&nbsp;limits the tree's ability to move water and nutrients and over time it withers and dies.

Other then&nbsp;Italy, the Xylella bacterium has now been found in Spain, France and Portugal.

The economic cost of the deadly pathogens affecting olive trees in Europe has been estimated to over €20 billion. The team of researchers made projections for Italy, Spain and Greece, which between them account for 95 per cent of European olive oil production.

The economic cost of the deadly pathogens affecting olive trees in Europe has been estimated to over €20 billion. The team of researchers made projections for Italy, Spain and Greece, which between them account for 95 per cent of European olive oil production. The study has been published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS). Also read: Cold war bombs help scientists discover whale sharks can live up to a century! According to the study, it can cause damages worth €17 billion alone in Spain in the next 50 years. (The impact of infection with Xylella - the trees on the right have not yet been exposed to the bacterium) A similar scenario in Italy would amount to over five billion, while in Greece, the losses would be under two billion. Also read: Uranus wasn't always tilted: Find out what actually happened! Also known as Xylella fastidiosa pathogen is transmitted by sap-sucking insects such as spittlebugs. The bacterium which has killed swathes of trees in Italy, now poses a potential threat to olive plantations in Spain and Greece. Researchers have analysed the future adverse impacts of the disease which can increase the costs of olive oil for consumers. Xylella is considered to be one of the most dangerous pathogens for plants anywhere in the world. It can infect cherry, almond and plum trees as well as olives and has been associated with olives after a strain was discovered in trees in Puglia in Italy in 2013. At present there is no cure for the infection which limits the tree's ability to move water and nutrients and over time it withers and dies. Other then Italy, the Xylella bacterium has now been found in Spain, France and Portugal.

Lethal olive tree disease across Europe is costing billions

Europe continues to be the worst-affected continent with nearly 66,000 deaths of pandemic Coronavirus (COVID-19). Europe is the continent which records around 70% of the worldwide death of COVID-19.

Europe continues to be the worst-affected continent with nearly 66,000 deaths of COVID-19

EU agrees on $500 Bn COVID-19 rescue package for Europe to fight COVID-19 outbreak as Europe continues to be the worst-affected continent with nearly 66,000 deaths of pandemic Coronavirus (COVID-19). Europe is the continent which records around 70% of the worldwide death of COVID-19.

EU agrees on $500 Bn COVID-19 rescue package for Europe to fight COVID-19 outbreak

After reports claiming a spike in divorce rates last month made rounds on social media, a strikingly opposite take is now gaining traction.

An online application in China used for online marriage applications is now crashing due to the overwhelming number of demands.

Turns out, the lockdown has made some relationships more solid.

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The 76-day lockdown was lifted on Wednesday in the city where the virus initially emerged.

According to a statement released by the company Alipay, a 300 per cent surge was recorded on the portal after the removal of the lockdown.

“The number of visits to the wedding appointment applet in Wuhan exceeded expectations, about 300 percent... which caused a temporary freeze. The appointment system did not collapse, but it may be a bit slow. Just refresh it a few more times,” the company said in a statement.

As 11 million people were quarantined from the rest of the world in February, marriage applications were halted.

Owing to this unexpected surge in the number of cases, the app was grounded for a few hours.

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However, once the application was fixed, the number of registrations surged monumentally.

Marriage won’t be easy for Wuhan residents, as they must prove that they are coronavirus negative, otherwise they will not be given a registration appointment.

The app also offers an option to check trending baby names.

Alipay “didn’t expect the strong demand for marriage services after an earlier surge in divorce appointments.”

After reports claiming a spike in divorce rates last month made rounds on social media, a strikingly opposite take is now gaining traction. An online application in China used for online marriage applications is now crashing due to the overwhelming number of demands.

After reports claiming a spike in divorce rates last month made rounds on social media, a strikingly opposite take is now gaining traction. An online application in China used for online marriage applications is now crashing due to the overwhelming number of demands. Turns out, the lockdown has made some relationships more solid. Also read: World faces the worst crisis since 'Great depression': IMF chief The 76-day lockdown was lifted on Wednesday in the city where the virus initially emerged. According to a statement released by the company Alipay, a 300 per cent surge was recorded on the portal after the removal of the lockdown. “The number of visits to the wedding appointment applet in Wuhan exceeded expectations, about 300 percent... which caused a temporary freeze. The appointment system did not collapse, but it may be a bit slow. Just refresh it a few more times,” the company said in a statement. As 11 million people were quarantined from the rest of the world in February, marriage applications were halted. Owing to this unexpected surge in the number of cases, the app was grounded for a few hours. Also read: US coronavirus deaths top 16,000; cases near 5,00,000 However, once the application was fixed, the number of registrations surged monumentally. Marriage won’t be easy for Wuhan residents, as they must prove that they are coronavirus negative, otherwise they will not be given a registration appointment. The app also offers an option to check trending baby names. Alipay “didn’t expect the strong demand for marriage services after an earlier surge in divorce appointments.”

Chinese app records 300% surge in marriage appointments as Wuhan lockdown ends

The biggest full moon of 2020 known as the 'pink supermoon' illuminated the night sky all across the globe on Tuesday.

Its name is a northern Native American reference to an early-blooming wildflower called phlox subulata which are bright pink in colour and are&nbsp;first seen across North America as spring begins.

It occurs when the moon reaches its closest position to the Earth, known as the perigee, making the satellite appear bigger and brighter than usual.

It was&nbsp;about 0.1 per cent&nbsp;closer to Earth than the March full moon was, making it the biggest supermoon&nbsp;of&nbsp;2020, NASA reported.

Moreover, it appeared 7 per cent&nbsp;larger than an average full moon.

Interestingly, the moon itself didn't look pink, but it&nbsp;appeared more golden as it rose&nbsp;above the horizon due to an effect caused by the planet's atmosphere, similar to how the sun&nbsp;appears more red as it rises and sets, according to&nbsp;NASA.

April's full moon has also been known as the "sprouting grass moon" or "egg moon," heralding other first signs of spring.

The biggest full moon of 2020 known as the 'pink supermoon' illuminated the night sky all across the globe on Tuesday. Its name is a northern Native American reference to an early-blooming wildflower called phlox subulata which are bright pink in colour and are first seen across North America as spring begins.

The biggest full moon of 2020 known as the 'pink supermoon' illuminated the night sky all across the globe on Tuesday. Its name is a northern Native American reference to an early-blooming wildflower called phlox subulata which are bright pink in colour and are first seen across North America as spring begins. It occurs when the moon reaches its closest position to the Earth, known as the perigee, making the satellite appear bigger and brighter than usual. It was about 0.1 per cent closer to Earth than the March full moon was, making it the biggest supermoon of 2020, NASA reported. Moreover, it appeared 7 per cent larger than an average full moon. Interestingly, the moon itself didn't look pink, but it appeared more golden as it rose above the horizon due to an effect caused by the planet's atmosphere, similar to how the sun appears more red as it rises and sets, according to NASA. April's full moon has also been known as the "sprouting grass moon" or "egg moon," heralding other first signs of spring.

Pink moon: Biggest supermoon of 2020 illuminates the sky

Spain said on Saturday that it would extend its lockdown by two weeks to April 25 after the number of coronavirus cases surpassed those in Italy.

Spain extends lockdown across country till April 25

The global death toll due to the lethal coronavirus has surpassed 64,000. Over 708 new COVID-19 deaths have been reported in UK in 24 hours. Despite several warnings from authorities to stay at home, people are not following guidelines.

UK residents hit beaches, parks amid lockdown | Coronavirus Pandemic

Queen Elizabeth II is set to address to the nation and commonwealth countries about the coronavirus pandemic. In the message, the Queen will urge people to rise to the challenge posed by the coronavirus outbreak and will personally thank frontline healthcare staff and other key workers for their efforts during the crisis.

Queen Elizabeth II to address nation over COVID-19

The global death toll due to the lethal coronavirus has surpassed 64,000. Reports suggests that 85% of COVID-19 deaths in Europe has occurred in Spain, Italy, France and United Kingdom.

Over 708 new COVID-19 deaths reported in UK in 24 hours

The rich and developed countries are expected to take care of poor people when an outbreak as deadly as coronavirus strikes. This time, however, the world's richest countries deserted the poor.&nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;

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Let's first look at Las Vegas in the United States. In the above video, you can see, homeless lying on open spaces with no mattresses, without any masks or hand gloves at a time when staying inside the home is the only way to contain the spread.&nbsp;

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Some people were thrown out of their shelter homes after one member from their community was found infected with COVID-19. Now these homeless people have no place to go and the world's biggest economy doesn't bother.&nbsp;

Another US city San Franciso has a similar story to tell. About 8,000 people are homeless in San Francisco. The city's 30,000 hotel rooms are empty, out of which 11,000 have been offered to city officials. But the doors remain shut for the homeless.&nbsp;

These poor remain vulnerable to the novel coronavirus as their immune systems are week and are highly likely to be suffering from undetected ailments. &nbsp;

Germany, however, has a good story to tell.&nbsp;

The country has given shelter to poor in hotels.&nbsp;

"(The idea) was received really well. They (the homeless) are really happy that they have somewhere to stay for now..They stay in their rooms a lot, relax, watch TV and enjoy the time in which they can have a good night's sleep, " Johannes Jung, a hotel manager said.&nbsp;

Similar humanitarian gestures were seen in the United Kingdom too.&nbsp;

However, Italy, which is worst-hit by the coronavirus, is struggling to even provide basic supplies to the homeless. The Netherlands is also following a similar path.&nbsp;

On any given night, at least 70,000 people in Europe spend the night on the streets.&nbsp;

If this is the story of some of the advances economies, one can imagine, the situation of struggling nations.&nbsp;

The rich and developed countries are expected to take care of poor people when an outbreak as deadly as coronavirus strikes. This time, however, the world's richest countries deserted the poor.

The rich and developed countries are expected to take care of poor people when an outbreak as deadly as coronavirus strikes. This time, however, the world's richest countries deserted the poor. Watch | Let's first look at Las Vegas in the United States. In the above video, you can see, homeless lying on open spaces with no mattresses, without any masks or hand gloves at a time when staying inside the home is the only way to contain the spread. Also read | Global coronavirus cases near a million; death toll rises to 50,230 Some people were thrown out of their shelter homes after one member from their community was found infected with COVID-19. Now these homeless people have no place to go and the world's biggest economy doesn't bother. Another US city San Franciso has a similar story to tell. About 8,000 people are homeless in San Francisco. The city's 30,000 hotel rooms are empty, out of which 11,000 have been offered to city officials. But the doors remain shut for the homeless. These poor remain vulnerable to the novel coronavirus as their immune systems are week and are highly likely to be suffering from undetected ailments. Germany, however, has a good story to tell. The country has given shelter to poor in hotels. "(The idea) was received really well. They (the homeless) are really happy that they have somewhere to stay for now..They stay in their rooms a lot, relax, watch TV and enjoy the time in which they can have a good night's sleep, " Johannes Jung, a hotel manager said. Similar humanitarian gestures were seen in the United Kingdom too. However, Italy, which is worst-hit by the coronavirus, is struggling to even provide basic supplies to the homeless. The Netherlands is also following a similar path. On any given night, at least 70,000 people in Europe spend the night on the streets. If this is the story of some of the advances economies, one can imagine, the situation of struggling nations.

Coronavirus: Have rich countries disappointed the poor?

Europe could be staring at a major economic crisis. According to a report, the Coronavirus outbreak could lead to a decade of stagnation for Europe. WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay has more.

Gravitas: Wuhan Coronavirus: Europe's economy struggles

Europe, the continent that is already in a financial crisis, is now under life support because of novel coronavirus with 305,851 cases, including 18,289 deaths.&nbsp;

Major industries, especially tourism have come to a halt. Experts fear that the real pain would begin once the outbreak ends. Take a look at this report.&nbsp;

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The European Union is already a divided group, with the member countries rarely agreeing on major issues. And the EU is failing to prevent an economic collapse, with most of the members suffering from the crisis.&nbsp;

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Yesterday, the leaders held a video conference and the finance ministers decided to meet after two weeks. Now, imagine, what could happen in two weeks when Italy today witnessed nearly 1,000 deaths.&nbsp;

Hospitals are overcrowded, morgues are full. There is no place to respectfully bury a body but self-interest becomes most important.&nbsp;

The European Central Bank came to the rescue with a fund worth 750 billion euros, but it was set aside. This could have a major consequence on Italy and Spain, who are severely hit by the outbreak.&nbsp;

If we look at the tourism sector, the European economy thrives on it.&nbsp;

However, the pandemic could keep tourists away from the continent for the rest of the year, leading to losses of nearly 12 billion euros. Italy alone could lose 7.4 billion euros from March to May.&nbsp;

The crisis has also hit the auto industry. Major factories were shut as critical imports couldn't be received from China.&nbsp;

Factories shut down to control the spread also added insult to the injury.&nbsp;

The automakers were already suffering from weak global demand and tough emission compliances.&nbsp;

The auto industry is at the heart of Europe's manufacturing sector, employing almost 14 million people.&nbsp;

The consulting sector, one of the most prosperous industry, was also badly hit by the COVID-19 outbreak.

After earning a record revenue of 45 billion dollars last year, nearly one-third of the total, losses worth 30 billion dollars could be seen by the end of 2020. &nbsp;

A 37 billion euros emergency fund was announced by the EU to support the industries majorly hit, but the associations argue that the compensation is not sufficient.&nbsp;

The situation looks grim in Europe and any recovery could take years. &nbsp;

Europe, the continent that is already in a financial crisis, is now under life support because of novel coronavirus with 305,851 cases, including 18,289 deaths. Major industries, especially tourism have come to a halt.

Europe, the continent that is already in a financial crisis, is now under life support because of novel coronavirus with 305,851 cases, including 18,289 deaths. Major industries, especially tourism have come to a halt. Experts fear that the real pain would begin once the outbreak ends. Take a look at this report. Also read | Coronavirus border curbs disrupt European Union food supplies: Industry The European Union is already a divided group, with the member countries rarely agreeing on major issues. And the EU is failing to prevent an economic collapse, with most of the members suffering from the crisis. Also read | Italy calls for European unity, suggests 'riskiest weeks' ahead Yesterday, the leaders held a video conference and the finance ministers decided to meet after two weeks. Now, imagine, what could happen in two weeks when Italy today witnessed nearly 1,000 deaths. Hospitals are overcrowded, morgues are full. There is no place to respectfully bury a body but self-interest becomes most important. The European Central Bank came to the rescue with a fund worth 750 billion euros, but it was set aside. This could have a major consequence on Italy and Spain, who are severely hit by the outbreak. If we look at the tourism sector, the European economy thrives on it. However, the pandemic could keep tourists away from the continent for the rest of the year, leading to losses of nearly 12 billion euros. Italy alone could lose 7.4 billion euros from March to May. The crisis has also hit the auto industry. Major factories were shut as critical imports couldn't be received from China. Factories shut down to control the spread also added insult to the injury. The automakers were already suffering from weak global demand and tough emission compliances. The auto industry is at the heart of Europe's manufacturing sector, employing almost 14 million people. The consulting sector, one of the most prosperous industry, was also badly hit by the COVID-19 outbreak. After earning a record revenue of 45 billion dollars last year, nearly one-third of the total, losses worth 30 billion dollars could be seen by the end of 2020. A 37 billion euros emergency fund was announced by the EU to support the industries majorly hit, but the associations argue that the compensation is not sufficient. The situation looks grim in Europe and any recovery could take years.

Already in ICU, Europe awaits major crisis once coronavirus ends

Satellite images have revealed that European air pollution levels have witnessed a downfall amid the coronavirus lockdown.

As emissions drop over European cities, the skies are clearer than ever!

However, scientists warn of the longer-term threat to the progress made in tackling climate change progress.

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The coronavirus pandemic is shutting down countries across the world, causing a significant decline in air pollution.

Recent satellite images reveal that the air pollution from nitrogen dioxide has fallen by 40 per cent in three European cities including Paris and Madrid.

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Researchers studying the impact of emissions from industry and transport on climate change and human health are scrambling to understand the possible implications of the coronavirus pandemic.

"Spectrometers are measuring in different parts of the electromagnetic spectrum. In this particular case, we are having measurement, so we are taking measurements in the ultraviolet, in the visible, in the infra-red and the shortwave infra-red, and then absorption bands of no2. And that allows us therefore to measure the concentration of no2 in the atmosphere", said Josef Aschbacher, the Director of Earth Observation Programmes at the European Space Agency.

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For Europe, it is the only silver lining in this global coronavirus pandemic as almost every city-dwelling European is exposed to pollution levels that exceed healthy levels.

But the pandemic’s unintended climate impact also offers a glimpse into how countries and corporations are equipped to handle the slower-moving but destructive climate change crisis.

So far, the researchers warn that the world is ill-prepared.&nbsp;

Satellite images have revealed that European air pollution levels have witnessed a downfall amid the coronavirus lockdown. As emissions drop over European cities, the skies are clearer than ever!

Satellite images have revealed that European air pollution levels have witnessed a downfall amid the coronavirus lockdown. As emissions drop over European cities, the skies are clearer than ever! However, scientists warn of the longer-term threat to the progress made in tackling climate change progress. Also read: Surviving lockdown 101: Masters of isolation - astronauts tell you what to do! The coronavirus pandemic is shutting down countries across the world, causing a significant decline in air pollution. Recent satellite images reveal that the air pollution from nitrogen dioxide has fallen by 40 per cent in three European cities including Paris and Madrid. Men working for food delivery services wait outside a restaurant in Madrid on March 27, 2020 amid a national lockdown | AFP Researchers studying the impact of emissions from industry and transport on climate change and human health are scrambling to understand the possible implications of the coronavirus pandemic. "Spectrometers are measuring in different parts of the electromagnetic spectrum. In this particular case, we are having measurement, so we are taking measurements in the ultraviolet, in the visible, in the infra-red and the shortwave infra-red, and then absorption bands of no2. And that allows us therefore to measure the concentration of no2 in the atmosphere", said Josef Aschbacher, the Director of Earth Observation Programmes at the European Space Agency. Also read: Is coronavirus triggering a shortage of condoms? For Europe, it is the only silver lining in this global coronavirus pandemic as almost every city-dwelling European is exposed to pollution levels that exceed healthy levels. But the pandemic’s unintended climate impact also offers a glimpse into how countries and corporations are equipped to handle the slower-moving but destructive climate change crisis. So far, the researchers warn that the world is ill-prepared.

Europe experiences a dip in pollution levels amid coronavirus-induced lockdowns

The failure of EU leaders to come up with a joint economic response to the coronavirus crisis unleashed widespread criticism in Italy on Friday, with newspapers slamming Europe's foot-dragging.

Portugal also lashed out at northern European fiscal orthodoxy, calling the Dutch position on budgets "repugnant". &nbsp; &nbsp;

Germany and other northern European countries on Thursday rejected the plea of nine countries, including hardest-hit Italy, for pooled borrowing through "corona bonds" to help cushion the economic blow of the pandemic. &nbsp;

"Ugly Europe," thundered the headline of La Repubblica newspaper.

The anti-establishment Il Fatto Quotidiano was even blunter, screaming: "Conte's screw you to a dead Europe."

Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte had asked during a six-hour video conference with other EU leaders for new financial instruments "truly adapted to a war".

But his request was rebuffed, and instead a summit declaration late Thursday gave eurozone finance ministers two weeks to come up with options.&nbsp;

Conte, the Corriere della Sera daily wrote, had asked his European colleagues for two things: "unity and swift action" but received neither.&nbsp;

"If the EU is not in agreement, the European project is over," it said.

Foreign Minister Luigi DiMaio voiced his support for the prime minister.

"Conte did well. If they (Europe) want to use old financial instruments, we will do it alone," DiMaio told Rai 1 television.

Rome and Madrid had held out for a stronger response from their EU partners but in the end the summit declaration said upcoming proposals would take into account "the unprecedented nature of the COVID-19 shock affecting all our countries".&nbsp;

"Our response will be stepped up, as necessary, with further action in an inclusive way, in light of developments, in order to deliver a comprehensive response," the statement said.

&nbsp;'Cowardly Europe'

The caution exhibited by Europe's northern countries underscores their long-standing reluctance to allow southern countries with weaker economies and higher debt to push through demands for pooled public borrowing within the eurozone.&nbsp;

France, Spain and Italy have long called for some kind of Eurobond that would in effect allow joint borrowing by the 19 members of the euro single currency, but sceptics view it as a tool by some eurozone members to avoid higher borrowing rates.

The Italian former head of the European Parliament, Antonio Tajani, slammed those countries which blocked stronger measures.

"A cowardly Europe, like the one we saw yesterday, will be overwhelmed by the coronavirus," Tajani wrote on Twitter.&nbsp;

'Repugnant'

"As we die and the economy plummets, decisions are postponed for two weeks," he wrote.&nbsp;

"The masochistic selfishness of the inflexible is short-sighted and dangerous for all."

The president of Italy's Veneto region, which like its neighbour Lombardy has been especially hard hit by the virus, similarly criticised the EU.&nbsp;

"Europe is once again proving its absence. There is no strategy," Luca Zaia told Rete4 television.&nbsp;

"It's outrageous that someone would think it was just an Italian problem."

The prime minister of Portugal, meanwhile, lashed out at what he called "the recurring pettiness" of the Dutch government, traditionally one of the strongest defenders of EU budgetary discipline.

Asked at a news conference about a reported proposal by the Netherlands to investigate the lack of budgetary leeway in some EU members to deal with the coronavirus fallout, Antonio Costa said: "This talk is repugnant in the framework of the European Union. That's exactly the word: Repugnant."

According to Dutch media, Finance Minister Wopke Hoekstra has said several times in the past week that a number of countries should have saved more over recent years which would have allowed to them to deal with the virus impact.

"This type of answer shows complete ignorance and such recurring pettiness undermines the spirit of the European Union and represents a threat to the future of the European Union," Costa said.

The failure of EU leaders to come up with a joint economic response to the coronavirus crisis unleashed widespread criticism in Italy on Friday, with newspapers slamming Europe's foot-dragging.

The failure of EU leaders to come up with a joint economic response to the coronavirus crisis unleashed widespread criticism in Italy on Friday, with newspapers slamming Europe's foot-dragging. Portugal also lashed out at northern European fiscal orthodoxy, calling the Dutch position on budgets "repugnant". Germany and other northern European countries on Thursday rejected the plea of nine countries, including hardest-hit Italy, for pooled borrowing through "corona bonds" to help cushion the economic blow of the pandemic. "Ugly Europe," thundered the headline of La Repubblica newspaper. The anti-establishment Il Fatto Quotidiano was even blunter, screaming: "Conte's screw you to a dead Europe." Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte had asked during a six-hour video conference with other EU leaders for new financial instruments "truly adapted to a war". But his request was rebuffed, and instead a summit declaration late Thursday gave eurozone finance ministers two weeks to come up with options. Conte, the Corriere della Sera daily wrote, had asked his European colleagues for two things: "unity and swift action" but received neither. "If the EU is not in agreement, the European project is over," it said. Foreign Minister Luigi DiMaio voiced his support for the prime minister. "Conte did well. If they (Europe) want to use old financial instruments, we will do it alone," DiMaio told Rai 1 television. Rome and Madrid had held out for a stronger response from their EU partners but in the end the summit declaration said upcoming proposals would take into account "the unprecedented nature of the COVID-19 shock affecting all our countries". "Our response will be stepped up, as necessary, with further action in an inclusive way, in light of developments, in order to deliver a comprehensive response," the statement said. 'Cowardly Europe' The caution exhibited by Europe's northern countries underscores their long-standing reluctance to allow southern countries with weaker economies and higher debt to push through demands for pooled public borrowing within the eurozone. France, Spain and Italy have long called for some kind of Eurobond that would in effect allow joint borrowing by the 19 members of the euro single currency, but sceptics view it as a tool by some eurozone members to avoid higher borrowing rates. The Italian former head of the European Parliament, Antonio Tajani, slammed those countries which blocked stronger measures. "A cowardly Europe, like the one we saw yesterday, will be overwhelmed by the coronavirus," Tajani wrote on Twitter. 'Repugnant' "As we die and the economy plummets, decisions are postponed for two weeks," he wrote. "The masochistic selfishness of the inflexible is short-sighted and dangerous for all." The president of Italy's Veneto region, which like its neighbour Lombardy has been especially hard hit by the virus, similarly criticised the EU. "Europe is once again proving its absence. There is no strategy," Luca Zaia told Rete4 television. "It's outrageous that someone would think it was just an Italian problem." The prime minister of Portugal, meanwhile, lashed out at what he called "the recurring pettiness" of the Dutch government, traditionally one of the strongest defenders of EU budgetary discipline. Asked at a news conference about a reported proposal by the Netherlands to investigate the lack of budgetary leeway in some EU members to deal with the coronavirus fallout, Antonio Costa said: "This talk is repugnant in the framework of the European Union. That's exactly the word: Repugnant." According to Dutch media, Finance Minister Wopke Hoekstra has said several times in the past week that a number of countries should have saved more over recent years which would have allowed to them to deal with the virus impact. "This type of answer shows complete ignorance and such recurring pettiness undermines the spirit of the European Union and represents a threat to the future of the European Union," Costa said.

Italy papers slam 'Ugly Europe' over delayed economic plan

Two more doctors have died after contracting the coronavirus in France, officials said on Monday, a day after the country reported the first death of a doctor treating COVID-19 patients.

One of the doctors, a 66-year-old gynaecologist in Mulhouse near the border with Switzerland and Germany, was infected by a patient during a consultation, according to his clinic.

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The other was a 60-year-old general practitioner at a hospital in Saint-Avold near Metz, further north along the German frontier, according to the town's mayor.

Both died on Sunday when officials announced the death of a 67-year-old doctor who was among the first to treat coronavirus cases in the northern Oise department, which has been badly hit by the outbreak.

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Health experts warn that many French hospitals are already overflowing with coronavirus cases even as the government races to set up military field hospitals to help cope with a shortage of beds.

Mulhouse has imposed its own nighttime curfew in addition to nationwide home-confinement rules seeking to curtail the virus, which has spread rapidly in France's eastern regions.

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France is also experiencing a shortfall of ventilators to care for seriously ill patients and face masks and other protective equipment for health workers.

France's national health service reported Sunday that 674 people had died in the country so far -- an increase of 112 in 24 hours.

Two more doctors have died after contracting the coronavirus in France, officials said on Monday, a day after the country reported the first death of a doctor treating COVID-19 patients.

Two more doctors have died after contracting the coronavirus in France, officials said on Monday, a day after the country reported the first death of a doctor treating COVID-19 patients. One of the doctors, a 66-year-old gynaecologist in Mulhouse near the border with Switzerland and Germany, was infected by a patient during a consultation, according to his clinic. Also read: Russia to use mobile phones to track people at risk of coronavirus The other was a 60-year-old general practitioner at a hospital in Saint-Avold near Metz, further north along the German frontier, according to the town's mayor. Both died on Sunday when officials announced the death of a 67-year-old doctor who was among the first to treat coronavirus cases in the northern Oise department, which has been badly hit by the outbreak. Also read: Spain death toll tops 2,000 after 462 deaths in 24 hours Health experts warn that many French hospitals are already overflowing with coronavirus cases even as the government races to set up military field hospitals to help cope with a shortage of beds. Mulhouse has imposed its own nighttime curfew in addition to nationwide home-confinement rules seeking to curtail the virus, which has spread rapidly in France's eastern regions. Also read: More than one billion people self-isolating globally to limit the spread of coronavirus France is also experiencing a shortfall of ventilators to care for seriously ill patients and face masks and other protective equipment for health workers. France's national health service reported Sunday that 674 people had died in the country so far -- an increase of 112 in 24 hours.

Two more doctors die from coronavirus in France

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