WEEK 1 We are Here: Extraordinary Times - Extraordinary Humanity? And: Great Britain

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United Kingdom March 26 Live:
At 8pm, people at home across the country will be clapping to thank NHS workers for their help in tackling coronavirus.
Update: March 27 UK Primeminister Boris Johnson tests positive for Coronavirus https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-britain-cummings/after-pm-johnson-tests-positive-top-adviser-sprints-from-downing-street-idUSKBN21E2EI

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