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More debt, improving margins: How startups are retooling in the COVID-19 era

A new data set from Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) details how startups are reacting to the post-unicorn era as COVID-19-related disruptions upset the global economy and remake the risk tolerance of private investors. What SVB’s new report shows is unsurprising: venture capital deal volumes are falling, startups are tapping existing debt capacities to add cash […]




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Germany’s COVID-19 contacts tracing app to link to labs for test result notification

A German research institute that’s involved in developing a COVID-19 contacts tracing app with the backing of the national government has released some new details about the work, which suggests the app is being designed as more of a “one-stop shop” to manage coronavirus impacts at an individual level, rather than having a sole function […]




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Germany ditches centralized approach to app for COVID-19 contacts tracing

Germany has U-turned on building a centralized COVID-19 contacts tracing app — and will instead adopt a decentralized architecture, Reuters reported Sunday, citing a joint statement by chancellery minister Helge Braun and health minister Jens Spahn. In Europe in recent weeks, a battle has raged between different groups backing centralized vs decentralized infrastructure for apps […]




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NHS COVID-19: The UK’s coronavirus contacts-tracing app explained

The UK has this week started testing a coronavirus contacts-tracing app which NHSX, a digital arm of the country’s National Health Service, has been planning and developing since early March. The test is taking place in the Isle of Wight, a 380km2 island off the south coast of England, with a population of around 140,000. […]




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UK’s NHS COVID-19 app lacks robust legal safeguards against data misuse, warns committee

A UK parliamentary committee that focuses on human rights issues has called for primary legislation to be put in place to ensure that legal protections wrap around the national coronavirus contact tracing app. The app, called NHS COVID-19, is being fast tracked for public use — with a test ongoing this week in the Isle […]




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Daily electricity demand in New York falls about 13% after COVID-19 mitigation efforts

Recent business shutdowns and changes to normal routines related to mitigation efforts for the 2019 novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) have caused daily, weekday electricity demand in New York state to decrease by 11%–14% in March and April compared with expected demand, after accounting for seasonal temperature changes. Electricity demand changes in New York state and in New York City, in particular, have been more pronounced than in other parts of the country, which may partly be caused by differences in electricity consumption across regions and the varying effects of COVID-19 mitigation efforts on these sectors.




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Daily electricity demand impacts from COVID-19 mitigation efforts differ by region

Recent business shutdowns and changes to normal routines related to mitigation efforts for the 2019 novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) have caused daily weekday electricity demand in the central region of the United States to decrease by 9%�13% in March and April compared with expected demand, after accounting for seasonal temperature changes. This decrease is similar to declines seen in New York. In contrast, other areas of the country, such as Florida, have not experienced significant changes, which may partly be caused by regional differences in how much electricity each end-use sector consumes and the varying effects of COVID-19 mitigation efforts on the sectors.




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Miley Cyrus and MAC Cosmetics collaborate on $10M donations amid COVID-19 pandemic

Among the services include the delivery of food, treatment of patients and spreading awareness about medicating and treating the condition.




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Miley Cyrus does Cody Simpson's makeup while in lockdown amid the COVID-19 pandemic

Cody Simpson is currently on lockdown with his girlfriend Miley Cyrus amid the COVID-19 pandemic. 




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Raymond van Barneveld beats Phil Taylor in stay-at-home darts fundraiser match for COVID-19 charity

Raymond van Barneveld triumphed over Phil Taylor in a stay-at-home darts match which raised £15,000 for the battle against coronavirus.




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Tamzin Outhwaite, 49, speaks about COVID-19 lockdown with beau Tom Child, 28

The 49-year-old actress went into isolation with her partner, 28, on March 16, after the couple displayed symptoms.




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Michelle Keegan wears latex gloves as she steps out to run errands in Essex amid COVID-19 lockdown

Taking a break from isolating with her husband, Mark Wright, 33, the Our Girl actress, 32, appeared to be nervous as she tried to distance herself from fellow shoppers, in Essex on Thursday




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Made In Chelsea's Jamie Laing and girlfriend Sophie Habboo model matching masks amid COVID-19 crisis

Made In Chelsea stars Jamie Laing and Sophie 'Habbs' Habboo cosied up together as they modelled matching teal surgical masks on Wednesday, amid the current global health crisis.




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Jack Maynard and Miles Nazaire release 'Quarantine Anthem' to raise spirits during COVID-19 outbreak

YouTuber Jack Maynard has recorded a track to help his followers get through the dire days of self-isolation.




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Jane Felstead EXCLUSIVE: Made In Chelsea star's treatment for MS has been delayed due to COVID-19

Made In Chelsea's resident mum Jane Felstead has revealed that the COVID-19 pandemic has put a halt to her treatment for Multiple Sclerosis.




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Julius Cowdrey pens emotional song for the NHS following horrific battle with COVID-19

Singer and former-reality star Julius Cowdrey has described his recent battle with coronavirus as 'awful' and has warned that 'the virus spreads like wildfire'.




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Coronavirus UK: Team GB scare with athlete diagnosed with COVID-19 using same training facility

EXCLUSIVE: A Scottish Women's Rugby player being treated for coronavirus spent days training near to Team GB Olympians at their base in Loughborough before she was diagnosed.




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Bondi's Bucket List closes for 18 months after bar became centre of COVID-19 outbreak

The Bucket List, where celebrities such as Ed Sheeran have frequented, is believed to be letting it's July lease go until the multi-million dollar refurbishment of the Bondi Pavilion is complete.




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The Sex Clinic expert Sarah Mulindwa returns to the NHS frontline to help battle the COVID-19 crisis

The 34-year-old model, who is the star of Channel 4's The Sex Clinic, has put her career on hold to look after coronavirus patients.




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NHS is already building a new Covid-19 contact tracing app

Developers from Google and Apple have been brought into the fold to provide technology that will overcome incompatibility issues with some mobiles reported on the Isle of Wight.




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Spain's 24-hour death toll plummets with just 179 new Covid-19 fatalities

Spain's Health Ministry confirmed 721 new cases and 179 deaths from Covid-19 in the last 24 hours, among the lowest increases since the outbreak of the pandemic in March.




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Harry Potter star Miriam Margolyes admits she wanted PM Boris Johnson to DIE of COVID-19

The actress, 78, made the shocking comments in a rant on Channel 4 comedy chat show The Last Leg on Friday night.




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Kate Garraway given hope amid husband Derek's battle with COVID-19 as fans share stories of recovery

The GMB presenter, 53, thanked a fan for telling her about her own husband's survival of the deadly bug, following a seven-week stint in intensive care




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SARAH VINE: Who'll dare to face the facts on obesity and Covid-19? 

With each day that passes, we learn a little bit more about the nature of this ghastly virus. Statistics show that obesity is one of the biggest risk factors for Covid-19.




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Maisie Williams donates £50,000 to Bristol animal rescue shelter during COVID-19 crisis

The Game Of Thrones star, 23, adopted her own pet pooch, Sonny, from the shelter in 2016 and decided to help out after discovering online they were facing difficulties.




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Tragedy as care home resident, 92, dies from COVID-19 taking the national death toll to 98 

Fay Rendoth, 92, has been remembered by her loved ones after she died on Friday, bringing Australia's national death toll to 98.




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Eleven Secret Service members test positive for COVID-19 and 23 others have recovered from disease

Secret Service declined to say whether infected employees were in close proximity to Trump (seen above). Katie Miller (top left), an aide to Pence (bottom right), also tested positive for COVID-19.




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Coronavirus restrictions to be eased at cafes, restaurants as post COVID-19 life begins

Cafes and restaurants will slowly reopen over the next few weeks with states like Queensland, Northern Territory and South Australia moving quicker than others.




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High levels of air pollution may be 'major contributor' to COVID-19 deaths

In the European study researchers from Martin Luther University, Germany, looked at death rates across 66 administrative regions in Italy, Spain, France and Germany.




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Dustin Brown says it is 'surreal' to play competitive tennis amid Covid-19 pandemic

Dustin Brown admitted that it was a 'surreal experience' to return to the tennis court during the coronavirus pandemic as he took part in the Tennis Point Exhibition Series in Germany.




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All Bayern Munich players and staff 'test negative for COVID-19' ahead of season restart

According to Bild, tests at all Bundesliga clubs were carried out on Friday - the day German clubs returned to training - which saw all those connected to Bayern get the all clear.




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Angelina Jolie's son Maddox returns home from college in South Korea due to COVID-19 crisis

Angelina Jolie's eldest son Maddox is home from college earlier than expected due to the coronavirus global pandemic, according to People Magazine on Thursday. 




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Angelina Jolie talks about Maddox's plan to return to university in South Korea amid Covid-19 crisis

Angelina Jolie took part in a written interview with DongA Ilbo Daily , where she talked about her son Maddox, 18, and his plan to return to his university in South Korea after Covid-19.




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Angelina Jolie has urged Congress to help families struggling for food during COVID-19

The Maleficent star has called for senior politicians to increase food stamp benefits for families across the United States in a bid to help them amidst the current coronavirus pandemic.




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All Bayern Munich players and staff 'test negative for COVID-19' ahead of season restart

According to Bild, tests at all Bundesliga clubs were carried out on Friday - the day German clubs returned to training - which saw all those connected to Bayern get the all clear.




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Coronavirus Germany: Bundesliga clubs are being gagged from announcing positive Covid-19 results

KIT HOLDEN IN GERMANY: On Monday morning, the Bundesliga waited with bated breath for news out of Cologne. When it came, German football breathed a collective sigh of relief.




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Bundesliga Q&A: How will restart work following covid-19 lockdown and how to watch?

The German government has given the green light for the return of the Bundesliga in the second half of May. But how will they get the show back on the road?




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Coronavirus Spain: LaLiga suspend season indefinitely due to COVID-19

LaLiga and the rest of the Spanish football calendar has been suspended indefinitely as the coronavirus continues to disrupt sport across the world. 




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Liverpool mayor calls for inquiry into whether Atletico game impacted Covid-19 cases

Diego Simeone's side prevailed at Anfield on March 11 to book their place in the Champions League quarter-finals but it came against a backdrop of sporting uncertainty because of Covid-19.




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Coronavirus: Atletico Madrid defender Lodi 'tests positive for COVID-19'

Diego Simeone and his players had medical checks at the club's training ground this week and the 22-year-old full-back has reportedly tested positive for the novel coronavirus.




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Woman mocks the contradictory information surrounding COVID-19 in spoof press conference

Adley Stump, a singer and former contestant on The Voice, shared her  coronavirus rules in the parody video she shared on social media.




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The Voice will finish its season with mix of live and taped remote segments amid COVID-19 lockdown

The show's studio with its trademark red chairs will be vacant except for host Carson Daly, who will direct traffic with a scaled-down crew adhering to current social distancing statues.




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Artem Chigvintsev says he was forced to miss a baby scan with Nikki Bella amid COVID-19 restrictions

The former Strictly Come Dancing star, 37, revealed he was forced to miss a baby scan with fiancée Nikki Bella due to COVID-19 restrictions.




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Strictly's Anton Du Beke hopes the show will go ahead this year amid COVID-19 crisis

On Wednesday's Good Morning Britain, the professional dancer, 53, said he's optimistic about the competition series' return amid the global pandemic.




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Coronavirus UK: England set to find out in April if Japan Tests will be cancelled due to Covid-19

Leading officials staged a conference call on Monday night to address urgent issues arising from the disruption caused by the coronavirus outbreak. England are due to fly to Japan in late June.




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Charlotte McKinney keeps safe in surgical gloves while shopping for groceries amid COVID-19 pandemic

The model, who rose to fame after starring in a Carls Jr. Superbowl ad in 2015, wore surgical gloves on Tuesday while shopping at Erewhon in Los Angeles.