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One of the biggest days in the calendar for Jewish families, the Jewish New Year is being marked as Israel re-imposes nationwide lockdown. The country has currently one of the highest Covid-19 infection rates in the world. We speak to an Israeli family as they prepare for their traditional meal.

And Dr Megan Murray from Harvard Univercity answers listeners’ questions and explains the latest Covid-19 developments. We discuss the tension that can happen between government and scientists as we seek solutions to the pandemic, and also the effectiveness of vitamin D.

And we continue to receive messages and hear from women in Pakistan as the debate continues about the latest rape case. Two young woman share their experiences of personal safety.

(Photo: Israelis shop at the market before the second nationwide lockdown starts. Credit: Amir Cohen/Reuters)