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England marks 'Freedom Day' as Covid infections surge

We get reaction from delighted nightclubbers and an aghast public health expert

A resident of a Liege explains how they've been told to evacuate their homes

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has vowed the government will help the victims

Chancellor Angela Merkel has spoken of the fear, despair and suffering of those affected

The UN describes the situation unfolding in Afghanistan as a "humanitarian catastrophe".

Will the deployment of 25 thousand troops end the looting and violence in South Africa?

The World Health Organization has urged governments to restart children's vaccinations

Live news, business and sport from around the world.

Lebanon’s economic problems are leading to a medical crisis

There are growing concerns about the economic impact of the violence.