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Lockdown exposes inequality in Hong Kong, deaths cross 1 lakh-mark in UK & other Covid news

As the Covid-19 pandemic shows no signs of letting up, ThePrint highlights the most important stories on the crisis from across the globe.

England isn’t listening to Johnson’s lockdown orders any more

Growing tired of Covid restrictions is not unique only to the UK. What is different is that the UK govt’s messaging was mixed from the start as it was reluctant to curb liberties.

UK sets up temporary morgues, first vaccines reach Guantanamo Bay & other global Covid news

As the Covid-19 pandemic shows no signs of letting up, ThePrint highlights the most important stories on the crisis from across the globe.

UK PM Boris Johnson has a cure, but also a crisis

While the vaccination program will provide relief, an overrun health service will only slow down the process, prolong lockdown restrictions and endanger more lives.

Delhi CM Kejriwal urges Centre to extend ban on UK flights till 31 January

India had suspended all passenger flights connecting the two countries from 23 December to 7 January as a new and more contagious variant of the coronavirus emerged in the UK.

UK lockdown another setback for airlines as they begin scrapping flights

The fast-spreading virus strain that’s driven up the number of UK cases has dashed hopes of relief from 2020’s unrelenting downturn.

UK bets 2 million vaccine shots a week will end new lockdown

Johnson announced a target to give shots to 13.9 million people at the highest risk by mid-Feb. Once they have all been vaccinated, the restrictions can begin to be eased, he said.

Brexit deal is done but businesses still need to figure out consequences

While the zero-tariff, zero-quota accord is a relief for UK companies, it only marks the next stage in the evolution of the Brexit process — and potentially the most difficult one.

Pfizer backs two-dose Covid vaccine schedule after UK spaces out shots

People should get their shots on the recommended schedule, Pfizer said, warning 'there is no data to demonstrate that protection after the first dose is sustained after 21 days.'

Boris Johnson vows to turn UK into a science superpower after Brexit

The UK PM said he wants to use the new opportunities Brexit provides to pioneer developments in biosciences, artificial intelligence and battery and wind power technology.

On Camera

Defending India is not the dharma of Indian-origin CEOs in US. It could backfire

Lobbying from Indian-origin CEOs, especially when there is direct interface between the US and India at the political level, is neither desirable nor necessary.

Karnataka startups feel the chill as global funding winter sets in. Fintech emerges as sole bright spot

The state raises just $2.7 billion in first nine months of 2025 compared to $4.5 billion last year, with late-stage investments hit hardest.

What’s expected from Putin’s India visit in December—Defence Secretary explains

ThePrint had previously reported that India & Russia are talking about 5 more regiments of the S-400, but no contracts are to be signed during the Russian president's visit.

Gaali cricket: Bavuma stands tall, India’s Test ego cut to size

The India-South Africa series-defining fact is the catastrophic decline of Indian red ball cricket where a visiting team can mock us with the 'grovel' word.