Coles And Woolworths Say Stock Is Finally Returning To Normal Levels

It appears the tide is turning against customers raiding Australian supermarkets during the coronavirus pandemic. Empty shelves have plagued places like Coles and Woolworths for weeks after many thought there wouldn’t be enough supply during the Covid-19 outbreak. However, the two massive supermarket giants have reported that attitudes have changed. Coles chief operating officer Matt […]

Olympic Games In Tokyo Postponed Until 2021 Due To Coronavirus

The Tokyo Olympics have been postponed until the summer of 2021 due to the global coronavirus pandemic, following an agreement between Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Bach. According to a press release from the IOC, the two leaders agreed that the Olympic Games in Tokyo could stand as […]

Bundaberg Rum Distillery Is Helping Produce 500,000 Bottles Of Hand Sanitiser

Hand sanitiser has become one of the most in-demand products following the outbreak of the coronavirus. Whether it’s a massive pump bottle at entrances to buildings or a little pocket-sized one, the liquid inside is very highly sought after. That’s why Bundaberg Rum is lending a hand to ensure there’s no shortage during the outbreak […]

Contactless Payments Up To £45 Allowed To Minimise Unnecessary Physical Contact

As the UK steps up efforts to stop the spread caused by the ongoing Covid-19 outbreak, next week will see the amount that can be paid by contactless payment increased from £30 up to £45. That’s because we need to decrease the amount of physical contact taking place between people, as per the recommendations. So, […]

Bars And Pubs Are Doing Deliveries And Transforming Into Convenience Stores To Stay Afloat

Pubs and clubs were ordered to close across Australia this week after the government declare they were non-essential services during the coronavirus pandemic. Your local or one of your favourite watering holes are now staring down the barrel of permanently closing because they can’t get enough income. However, the New South Wales government has relaxed […]

China Set To Lift Lockdown Over Coronavirus Epicentre, Wuhan

Chinese authorities are believed to be on track to lift the months-long lockdown over the city of Wuhan, where the coronavirus originated, according to Bloomberg. It is believed that once the quarantine comes to an end, people will be able to leave the city and Hubei province for the first time since the lockdown was […]

Coles Extends Dedicated Shopping Hour To Include Emergency Service Workers

Emergency service workers have been given a helping hand during the coronavirus pandemic. Coles has extended its dedicated shopping hour for the elderly and vulnerable shoppers to include people on the frontline. If you hold an Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) card, have a workplace ID or are wearing your work uniform, you will […]

Italian Engineers Create Ventilators Using Snorkelling Masks Amid Coronavirus

A pair of Italian engineers have created ventilators out of snorkelling masks to help meet demand amid the coronavirus pandemic. Cristian Fracassi and Alessandro Romaioli are engineers at start-up firm Isinnova based in Brescia – a city that has been on lockdown for weeks and has seen hundreds of lives lost. Their innovative pursuits began […]

Hundreds Of Police Will Patrol Victoria To Ensure People Adhere To Coronavirus Rules

Victoria has enlisted the help of hundreds of police officers to ensure citizens are adhering to coronavirus rules. Social distancing and self-isolation have been touted as the best ways to avoid contracting Covid-19, as well as practicing good hygiene. But Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews says more than 500 cops will enforce these measures to stem […]

McDonald's Is Giving Free Drinks To Australian Healthcare Workers

There’s no denying that healthcare workers across the planet are being stretched to their breaking points amid the coronavirus pandemic. The outbreak of the virus is causing many people on the frontline to work longer, more stressful shifts and the number of patients is only going up. Whether you’re a doctor in an Emergency Department, […]