Covid-19: Social media sees virus solidarity bloom in UK


More than a million people in Britain have joined a Facebook local help group, including 800,000 last week, a spokeswoman for the social network said. — AFP

Help groups on social media are connecting people with those most in need during the coronavirus lockdown, fostering a community spirit often neglected in the capital’s fast-paced life.

Londoner Stephanie Cheung, 31, is one of those chipping in, leaving a bag of groceries on the doorstep of a stranger in her neighbourhood after getting the call on Facebook.

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