Apr 13, 2020

Spain allows builders back to work

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Countries in Europe start to relax COVID-19 restrictions to revive economies. Are oil production curbs enough to tackle price slumps? Entertainers make ends meet by working in local grocery stores.

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COVID-19

After curtains close on stage performances, entertainers take up jobs in grocery stores

by Victoria Craig

Apr 13, 2020

Entertainers from London's West End have found temporary work in supermarkets after theaters closed due to the coronavirus shutdown.

The West End of London on a midweek evening during the coronavirus lockdown.

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