Boris Johnson says coronavirus is "biggest threat [UK] has faced for decades"
New curbs on movement include shopping only for basic goods and a ban on gatherings
Police will be given powers to enforce restrictions, including by fines
The coronavirus pandemic is "accelerating", the World Health Organization warns
350,000 confirmed cases worldwide, with nearly 15,000 deaths and almost 100,000 people recovering
335 people with the virus have died in the UK
Italy deaths drop for second day in a row as it enters tougher lockdown
Death toll in Spain passes 2,000
For many in Europe, the virus outbreak has been a shocking new development with a rapid rise in cases in the last few weeks. But for many across Asia, the uncertainty and concerns around the coronavirus have been a part of life for almost three months.
Here's what some Asian countries did, and what the West could learn from it.
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North Korea's state newspaper the Rodong Sinmun has called for "unconditional and absolute" adherence to coronavirus quarantine regulations, reported South Korean news outlet Yonhap.
The article is reportedly seen as a warning to officials - it warned them against seeking privileges, saying the rules applied equally to everyone with no exceptions.
North Korea claims there are no virus cases in the country, though this has been seriously questioned by experts.
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Image source, Getty ImagesIt's a pretty simple question, but it's a lot trickier than you would think.
Many countries including the UK, the US, and here in Singapore as well, advise people not to wear face masks unless they're sick. This follows official advice from the World Health Organization, external, and it's why in these countries you'll see few people on the streets wearing masks.
But in some places such as China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, South Korea and Japan, wearing a mask has become a major social norm and literally everyone wears one in public. Some parts of China even punish people for not wearing a mask.
Those who argue for mass mask-wearing say it's necessary because people who otherwise look healthy may be unwitting asymptomatic carriers of the virus. But others say this can result in mask shortages and deprive those who truly need it, such as the sick and healthcare professionals.
It's become a controversial subject, and there have been reported cases of people wearing masks being shunned or even attacked in countries where mask-wearing is not the norm. Meanwhile in China and South Korea, non-mask wearers risk being stigmatised and may even be blocked from entering buildings or shops.
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Image source, Getty ImagesWe told you about dramatic moves from Singapore Airlines earlier, now Turkish Airlines has said it will halt all its international flights by Friday, except those to Hong Kong, Moscow, Ethiopia, New York and Washington.
The carrier said 85% of its passenger planes were not currently in use.
It comes after Turkey banned flights from more than 60 countries due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The announcement by Turkish Airlines follows similar moves by major airlines around the world.
US President Donald Trump has again referred to Covid-19 as the "Chinese virus", despite criticism from Beijing that the term is racist.
He used the term in a tweet to US Senator Rand Paul, wishing him a speedy recovery.
Mr Paul became the first US senator to test positive for the virus.
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Saudi Arabia's King Salman has ordered a nationwide curfew starting on Monday after a spike in coronavirus infections.
The curfew is from 7pm to 6am for 21 days according to state news agency SPA.
Meanwhile the United Arab Emirates has suspended all passenger and transit flights in and out of the country.
All shopping centres will shut and restaurants will only do delivery services.
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The city of New York has more than 15,000 confirmed cases of the coronavirus - accounting for roughly 5% of the cases worldwide.
Here are some scenes from the normally bustling city:
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Image source, Getty ImagesGlobal financial markets are set for another turbulent week as more countries take action to slow the spread of the coronavirus.
Stock markets across the Asia-Pacific region fell sharply on Monday, while Wall Street is seen opening sharply lower.
Crude oil prices have also slumped as economies around the world come to a virtual standstill.
Investors are concerned that governments and central banks are struggling to ease the impact of an impending deep global recession.
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Disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein has tested positive for the coronavirus, according to Reuters quoting the head of the state corrections office union.
Weinstein, who is currently serving a prison sentence for sexual assault and rape, has been placed in isolation at the Wende Correctional Facility in Alden, New York.
A state prison official said two prisoners at the Wende Facility had also tested positive for the virus.
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Tens of thousands of overseas Taiwanese, including an estimated 70,000 students who were studying in Europe, are expected to return in the coming days - indeed many have begun doing so. There are worries they may significantly raise the number of confirmed cases here.
Many returnees lined up for special taxis at the airport last week to take them home or to facilities to undergo 14 days of mandatory quarantine.
Still, with 169 cases and two deaths as of Sunday, Taiwan is doing far better than many countries, especially given its proximity to China and high rate of travel among its population.
Health officials here are now working hard to isolate newly confirmed cases, but also find people they had come in contact with, so they can test, quarantine and stop the disease spreading into the community.
Image source, AFP/Getty ImagesPassengers line up for government assigned taxies after arriving at Taoyuan Airport
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Image source, Getty ImagesThe UK government has announced the biggest intervention in private sector business since World War Two to help fight the economic impact of the coronavirus.
The questions it will try to answer later on Monday are: "How will it work? How do I get the money? What will it mean for my business and my staff?"
Singapore Airlines has slashed 96% of its capacity until the end of April, amid an unprecedented crisis in the airline industry.
The move will result in 138 SIA and SilkAir planes being grounded - out of a fleet of 147.
Its low-cost carrier Scoot will also suspend most of its network, grounding 47 out of 49 planes.
The group called the outbreak the "greatest challenge [it] has faced in its existence".
Image source, Getty ImagesTo add to the pressure, Australia's Chef de Mission for Tokyo Ian Chesterman has said it is "clear the Games can't be held in July".
In a statement, he said he was "aware... a postponement will present a range of new issues... but when the world does come together [the] Games can be a true celebration of sport and humanity".
New Zealand's Olympic Committee President had earlier written an open letter to the country's national team.
In it, Mike Stanley said that athletes needed "a safe and fair playing field to compete and right now, the widespread and evolving impact of Covid-19 is not allowing that to happen".
He urged the IOC to finalise their decision "as soon as possible".