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Top News Stories Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson released from coronavirus treatment Meanwhile, fellow actor Idris Elba announces he has the virus - telling followers "no panic". Coronavirus: UK to unveil new financial measures to support economy It comes after people were told to avoid "non-essential" contact and places like pubs and theatres. Coronavirus: Stock markets continue to slide The FTSE 100 falls a further 1% as an early rally on the market quickly runs out of steam. Coronavirus: Europe plans full border closure in virus battle The European Commission's president is to urge leaders to ban "non-essential" travel. Coronavirus: Australian scientists map how immune system fights virus Australian researchers identify four types of immune cells which present in response to Covid-19. Sport Coronavirua: Diamond League meetings postponed because of outbreak The first three meetings of the new Diamond League season are called off because of the coronavirus outbreak. Nemanja Matic: Manchester United trigger extension in midfielder's contract Manchester United trigger a clause to extend midfielder Nemanja Matic's contract by one year until 2021. Coronavirus: Prime Minister advises against mass gatherings Prime Minister Boris Johnson advises against mass gatherings amid the coronavirus outbreak - effectively cancelling all remaining sporting events. Top Videos Coronavirus: Stars join the fight against Covid-19 Coronavirus: Australian supermarkets open early for elderly shoppers One-minute World News Coronavirus: Boris Johnson advises UK to stay at home if possible

Business Amazon: Staff told to work overtime as virus spikes demand Unions say the retailer is putting "profit before safety" as it tells some warehouse staff to work overtime. Coronavirus: Hospitality industry 'faces thousands of closures' Bosses warn that the new government coronavirus restrictions could put firms out of business. Technology Amazon: Staff told to work overtime as virus spikes demand Unions say the retailer is putting "profit before safety" as it tells some warehouse staff to work overtime. UK mobile networks face problems There are increasing reports of issues with voice calls as more people work from home

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