Lockdown Challenges: Bengaluru Farmer Faces Uncertain Future
Jagadeesh, a Bengaluru farmer, struggles to sustain his livelihood amid the COVID-19 lockdown, facing financial uncertainty and the burden of paying workers.
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Frontline Heroes: Dr. Walid Ghurabi’s Battle Against COVID-19 in the U.S.
Dr. Walid Ghurabi, medical director at UCLA, shares the challenges and motivations behind his fight against COVID-19 in the U.S., urging everyone to stay home to help.
Transforming IFEMA: Madrid’s Field Hospital on the Frontlines Against COVID-19
IFEMA in Madrid transforms into a bustling field hospital, with Captain Izard and 40 dedicated personnel tirelessly fighting COVID-19 to alleviate hospitals’ strain.
Madrid’s Expo Center Transforms into Critical Field Hospital Amid COVID-19 Surge
Madrid’s convention center, IFEMA, has been transformed into a field hospital to treat COVID-19 patients, led by Captain Izard and a dedicated team working around the clock.
Life After Lockdown: Wuhan Residents Share Their Views on COVID-19
Wuhan locals discuss their return to normal life post-lockdown and their thoughts on the ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic, addressing misconceptions and stigmas.
Inside Dr. Rajeev Fernando’s NYC COVID-19 Diary: Navigating the Pandemic
Discover how Dr. Rajeev Fernando, one of NYC’s top infectious disease specialists, navigated the COVID-19 crisis, advocating for effective treatments and a ventilator-free path to recovery.
Farm Hero: Barcelona’s Nil Puig Secures Food Supply Amid COVID-19
Meet Nil Puig, a dedicated Barcelona farmer who, amid COVID-19, ensures the food supply for 100 families by implementing extra safety measures.
EU Takes Proactive Steps to Block Chinese Mainland Takeovers of European Firms
The EU urges member states to invest in vulnerable firms to prevent takeovers by the Chinese mainland, introducing relaxed state aid laws to protect European businesses.
Local Heroes in CĂşcuta: Creating Protective Suits to Safeguard Community
Eager to protect their community, CĂşcuta residents BeatrĂz Oquendo and Esteban Barrera adapted H1N1 protective suit designs to produce essential COVID-19 gear for medics, police, and others.
Spain’s COVID-19 Lockdown Deepens Struggles for Undocumented Immigrants
Spain’s COVID-19 lockdown has pushed unemployment up by 300,000, severely impacting 1.5 million undocumented immigrants who lack access to benefits.