In this FT series people share their stories of this extraordinary time

UK government support needed to ensure supply of food and medicines

With swaggering reggae beats to modern Maghrebi, the near-original line-up reunites for a new studio album

As research shows modern couples are more likely to keep their finances separate, presenter Claer Barrett and guests debate how women in particular are managing their money. Plus, ahead of the new university term we reveal finance tips for students and their parents, and ask what could emerge as the next consumer misselling scandal after PPI.

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It's financial planning week and this year's theme is retirement planning. As part of the initiative, thousands of certified planners are offering a free hour-long session to people wanting help with setting their financial goals. FT Money deputy editor James Pickford talks to the FT's pensions correspondent about retirement planning. Plus we hear from Jackie Lockie, head of financial planning with the CISI, and Patrick Connolly of Chase de Vere, about how best to plan for retirement.

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Finance minister also says companies cannot pay dividends while receiving government money 

Canada’s deputy PM on moving from the ‘snark’ of journalism to the ‘smarm’ of politics

The economist has long argued that governments should spend whatever it takes. Has her time now come?

The Wall Street strategist talks about debt, lessons from losing his hearing — and his latest predictions for the world

The US Federal Reserve has begun to consult the public, particularly in poorer parts of the country about monetary policy. As a result, policy wonks at the central bank have begun to reconsider the impact of their decisions on communities far from the centres of power. Brendan Greeley discusses the so-called Fed Listens sessions with Patrick Jenkins.

Contributors: Patrick Jenkins, Deputy Editor and Brendan Greeley, US economics editor. Producers: Fiona Symon and Persis Love. Photo credit: Alex Wong/Getty

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Popular funds have survived a period of intense market stress

Despite public anger, corporate regulation is likely to remain fragmented

Fortunes are created by technology and globalisation, as well as talent and enterprise

Virus’s swift and unforgiving economic effect may silence activists

Key measure of American business investment fell only marginally last month

Advisers warn the widening landscape is confusing investors and preventing people from saving

I own three properties and want to buy another with my new partner

Rish Joshi Contributor Rish is an entrepreneur and investor. Previously, he was a VC at Gradient Ventures (Google’s AI fund), co-founded a fintech startup building an analytics platform for SEC filings and worked on deep-learning research as a graduate student in computer science at MIT. More posts by this contributor Health APIs usher in the […]

Rish Joshi Contributor Rish is an entrepreneur and investor. Previously, he was a VC at Gradient Ventures (Google’s AI fund), co-founded a fintech startup building an analytics platform for SEC filings and worked on deep-learning research as a graduate student in computer science at MIT. More posts by this contributor Health APIs usher in the […]

Meet Biloba, a French startup that wants to leverage tech to make it easier to keep your children healthy. The company recently launched a new mobile app that lets you chat with a doctor whenever you want between 8 AM and 8 PM. This way, if you have questions about your kids, you can get […]

Rish Joshi Contributor Rish is an entrepreneur and investor. Previously, he was a VC at Gradient Ventures (Google’s AI fund), co-founded a fintech startup building an analytics platform for SEC filings and worked on deep-learning research as a graduate student in computer science at MIT. More posts by this contributor Enterprise companies find MLOps critical […]

The $55tn industry has emerged scared and shrunken but largely intact

Australian entertainment and media market is forecast to grow to $43.4 billion by 2019, a compound annual growth rate of 4.2 percent.

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2. I am healthy, not suffering from any disease, says Amit Shah  Times of India
3. Not Allowing Migrants' Trains "Injustice": Amit Shah To Mamata Banerjee  NDTV
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5. Home Minister asks CM Mamata Banerjee to arrange for return of migrant Bengal workers  Times of India
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For franchises, a blend of concepts, geography and margins are key to surviving economic downturns.

BRIAN VINER: An early Seventies episode of Upstairs, Downstairs, an ITV period drama of beloved memory, revolved around a visit to the big house in Belgravia by the King and Queen.

The much-anticipated Downton Abbey film is released in British cinemas today, bringing with it a wealth of etiquette lessons, according to MailOnline's expert William Hanson.

According to The Sun , executives at distributor Focus Features have approached writer Julian Fellowes to begin work on a sequel to make the most out of the film's success.

Now that Greta Gerwig's Oscar-winning adaptation of the Louisa May Alcott classic is available to stream, eagle-eyed audiences have noticed a major error in a shot from the period film.

The House Rules teams completely transformed Shayn and Carly's yard this week, taking the price of their property from $580,000 to $610,000 in the process.

When Real Madrid visited PSG in the first game of the Champions League group stage, the French side were supposed to be short in attack but Angel di Maria and Mauro Icardi filled the void superbly.

Kylian Mbappe has dismissed claims that he and Neymar share a secret hatred for each other and are competing against one another to be top dog at Paris Saint-Germain.

Some players are so sorely sought after, that clubs will break the bank to have their names on the books. Sportsmail takes a look at the top 10 players that have accumulated the most in transfer fees.

It promises to be one of the most entertaining Champions League knockout ties of all-time. Borussia Dortmund and Paris Saint-Germain have two of Europe's most lethal forward lines.

The 44-year-old Big Bang Theory star shared the news with his fans on Instagram on Wednesday along with a picture of the trio holding hands.

Miley Cyrus and Cody Simpson found a fun way to keep themselves entertained as they socially isolate together. In a new Instagram video she could be seen giving her beau a buzz cut.

Cody's bare torso is visible along with his skull and bones chest tattoo. Miley cuddles up to him with her head resting on a pillow and her hands either side of her head cradling it.

The 71st Primetime Emmy Awards are following in the Oscar's footsteps and forgoing a host for this year's ceremony, hosted by Fox. It will allow the show to highlight departing shows.

So who are the stars who have been awarded the most success in the small screen's most prestigious categories?

Chris Brasher was one of the great Corinthians: four-minute mile pace-maker, Olympic champion, mountaineer, journalist, pipe smoker and all-round bon vivant.

The reality star/entrepreneur admitted that while the idea of a bigger family is nice, she's not sure she has the time or energy for another child, during attorney Laura Wasser's podcast.

Borussia Dortmund star Erling Braut Haaland believes the Norwegian national team have their best years ahead of them due to the young talent they have at their disposal.

Manchester United are keen to strengthen their squad with the signing of Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund. It is reported they believe they have beaten their rivals to the 20-year-old.

If the club can hold on to the Frenchman and lure Sancho from Borussia Dortmund, Ferdinand said the ability of the front-line would be 'ridiculous'.

The Olympic gymnast, who is one of the favourites of this year's Strictly line-up, has revealed he has only ever had one serious girlfriend.

Food has been an essential part of my success, so healthy eating and cooking are important parts of my life and my kitchen is my second home after the gym.

She's known for hits like Fancy, Black Widow and Work. 

Luis Suarez admits Barcelona have a 'tough year ahead of us' after a 2-0 defeat at Granada. Ramon Azeez and Alvaro Vadillo netted in either half as Granada moved top of La Liga.

Barcelona's new manager Quique Setien has admitted the club are trying to sign a replacement for forward Luis Suarez this month. The Uruguayan is ruled out for four months.

Barcelona have not made an approach for Real Sociedad striker Willian Jose despite being in desperate need of attacking cover, according to the president of the Basque club.