*BREAKING: Italy's PM Conte just put ALL of ITALY UNDER the same LOCKDOWN rules as the north. He calls it the "I STAY HOME" decree. People can only move around for work reasons (transport of essential goods), for other pressing needs, or for health reasons. Effective tomoro a.m.
Conte: this is "for the good of the country." "The right decision is to stay home." "The future of Italy is in our hands." "Everyone has to play his part." Says it's to prevent massive strain on the public health system bc the # of #COVID2019 cases & deaths has been rising fast.
The same restrictions previously imposed on parts of n. Italy now extend to the whole country. NO public gatherings, no weddings, funerals, school, museums, etc. theatlantic.com/international/…
