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The layoffs, compiled by CNBC based on media reports, spanned more than 40 companies that have collectively raised nearly $15 billion.

Trump calls efforts to slow the spread of the virus 'a matter of life and death' and warns of a 'rough' two weeks ahead.

Plan likely to anger China and highlights geopolitical dimension of pandemic

Gove says testing must go ‘further and faster’ but concedes NHS suffering shortage of key chemicals

As New York continues its fight against the deadly virus, officials are concerned about other population centres.