Keep apart

April 14, 2020 - 16:41

Despite social distancing, one market in Đà Nẵng is as busy as ever. Those shopping say they are doing their best to stay safe, but with so many people in one place at one time, is it worth the risk?

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Winning the war

The COVID-19 pandemic is a war we are all fighting, and so many people are helping those on the frontline. This group in HCM City are making full face visors to donate to medical staff.