How lockdown spurred move to deliver on goal

Editor's note: This news column showcases stories from around the world that bring a touch of positivity to the fight against the deadly coronavirus.

Lockdowns around the world have swelled demand for home delivery of food and other necessities. In a timely move, London Food at Home, an online platform for food shopping in the UK, entered the market during the coronavirus pandemic.

"Sales went through the roof during first three months of the lockdown but decreased steadily as things reopened," said Florent Gacon, who owns the platform. "We did over 1,000 deliveries within two months of the lockdown starting."