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Number of COVID-19 cases in South Africa rises to 16
- March 15, 2020
No travel bans just yet for South Africa. One case in Gauteng: A 43-year-old male from Johannesburg travelled to NY via Dubai and returned to South Africa on 8 March. The department's tracing teams are now making a list and have started contacting people the patients may have come into contact with. "Thereafter, we will make a formal announcement", said the Health Minister, Dr Zweli Mkhize , on Friday in a statement. (more...)
- March 15, 2020
No travel bans just yet for South Africa. One case in Gauteng: A 43-year-old male from Johannesburg travelled to NY via Dubai and returned to South Africa on 8 March. The department's tracing teams are now making a list and have started contacting people the patients may have come into contact with. "Thereafter, we will make a formal announcement", said the Health Minister, Dr Zweli Mkhize , on Friday in a statement. (more...)
Israeli PM calls for unity government to combat virus
- March 15, 2020
Speaking at a press conference in Jerusalem with Israeli Health Minister Yaakov Litzman, Netanyahu also urged Israelis to alter their daily routines to mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Gantz, since elections last week, has been working to put together a minority government made up of Blue and White (33 seats), the hawkish Yisrael Beytenu (7 seats) and dovish Labor-Gesher-Meretz (7 seats), with most or all of the Arab lawmakers of the Joint List (15 seats) giving their support from ... (more...)
- March 15, 2020
Speaking at a press conference in Jerusalem with Israeli Health Minister Yaakov Litzman, Netanyahu also urged Israelis to alter their daily routines to mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Gantz, since elections last week, has been working to put together a minority government made up of Blue and White (33 seats), the hawkish Yisrael Beytenu (7 seats) and dovish Labor-Gesher-Meretz (7 seats), with most or all of the Arab lawmakers of the Joint List (15 seats) giving their support from ... (more...)
Twitter Removes 71 Accounts Based in Ghana and Nigeria
- March 15, 2020
This follows a similar cull by social network Facebook on Thursday which removed 49 Facebook accounts, 69 Pages and 85 Instagram accounts for engaging in foreign interference from Ghana and Nigeria and on behalf of individuals in Russian Federation. (more...)
- March 15, 2020
This follows a similar cull by social network Facebook on Thursday which removed 49 Facebook accounts, 69 Pages and 85 Instagram accounts for engaging in foreign interference from Ghana and Nigeria and on behalf of individuals in Russian Federation. (more...)
Barr, Conway, Ivanka Trump Interacted With Australian Official Who Has Coronavirus
- March 15, 2020
Australia's minister for home affairs Peter Dutton released a statement saying that he was diagnosed with the COVID-19, according to USA Today . "Exposures from the case were assessed and the White House Medical Unit confirmed, in accordance with CDC guidance, that Ivanka is exhibiting no symptoms and does not need to self-quarantine". (more...)
- March 15, 2020
Australia's minister for home affairs Peter Dutton released a statement saying that he was diagnosed with the COVID-19, according to USA Today . "Exposures from the case were assessed and the White House Medical Unit confirmed, in accordance with CDC guidance, that Ivanka is exhibiting no symptoms and does not need to self-quarantine". (more...)
Turkey, Russia to Start Joint Patrols in NW Syria on Sunday
- March 15, 2020
On Friday, Turkish Defence Minister Hulusi Akar announced that the Russian and Turkish militaries had agreed on the details of a new ceasefire in Syria's Idlib de-escalation zone following four days of talks in Ankara . Some 59 Turkish soldiers were killed in clashes in the region since last month, but the cease-fire has largely held since March 5. "There are no issues regarding the observation posts". (more...)
- March 15, 2020
On Friday, Turkish Defence Minister Hulusi Akar announced that the Russian and Turkish militaries had agreed on the details of a new ceasefire in Syria's Idlib de-escalation zone following four days of talks in Ankara . Some 59 Turkish soldiers were killed in clashes in the region since last month, but the cease-fire has largely held since March 5. "There are no issues regarding the observation posts". (more...)
Coronavirus: Quebec closes elementary, high schools, CEGEPs and universities
- March 15, 2020
In addition, there are over 250 cases under investigation and 798 people have so far tested negative for the virus. The rates were 0.2 per cent of people aged 30 to 39, 0.4 per cent of 40 to 49 years, 1.3 per cent of 50-59 years and 3.6 per cent 60-69 years. (more...)
- March 15, 2020
In addition, there are over 250 cases under investigation and 798 people have so far tested negative for the virus. The rates were 0.2 per cent of people aged 30 to 39, 0.4 per cent of 40 to 49 years, 1.3 per cent of 50-59 years and 3.6 per cent 60-69 years. (more...)
China past peak of coronavirus outbreak, health authorities say
- March 15, 2020
Of the newly imported Shanghai cases, three were Chinese people who worked in Italy and flew to Shanghai via Moscow, according to the city's municipal health commission, while the fourth was an Italian who flew in from Italy via Paris. (more...)
- March 15, 2020
Of the newly imported Shanghai cases, three were Chinese people who worked in Italy and flew to Shanghai via Moscow, according to the city's municipal health commission, while the fourth was an Italian who flew in from Italy via Paris. (more...)
Pence says there's been 'irresponsible rhetoric' from people downplaying the coronavirus
- March 15, 2020
On Wednesday night, Trump announced a sweeping 26-country travel ban as cases soar in Europe. "Out of an abundance of caution, temperature checks are now being performed on any individuals who are in close contact with the President and Vice President", Deputy Press Secretary Judd Deere said in a statement. (more...)
- March 15, 2020
On Wednesday night, Trump announced a sweeping 26-country travel ban as cases soar in Europe. "Out of an abundance of caution, temperature checks are now being performed on any individuals who are in close contact with the President and Vice President", Deputy Press Secretary Judd Deere said in a statement. (more...)
Pelosi: Deal Reached with Trump Admin on Coronavirus Relief Package
- March 15, 2020
Mike Gallagher, Glenn Grothman, Jim Sensenbrenner and Bryan Steil - were among the 40 lawmakers who voted against the bill Saturday, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel noted . Ms Pelosi said the House would begin work next week on another round of legislation to assist hard-hit industries and the broader economy. "Controlling the coronavirus crisis is a matter of pubic health and safety and it's containment is dependent upon whether we make coronavirus test kits readily available at no cost, ... (more...)
- March 15, 2020
Mike Gallagher, Glenn Grothman, Jim Sensenbrenner and Bryan Steil - were among the 40 lawmakers who voted against the bill Saturday, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel noted . Ms Pelosi said the House would begin work next week on another round of legislation to assist hard-hit industries and the broader economy. "Controlling the coronavirus crisis is a matter of pubic health and safety and it's containment is dependent upon whether we make coronavirus test kits readily available at no cost, ... (more...)
French Urged to Stop Cheek-to-Cheek Kisses to Contain the Virus
- March 15, 2020
At this time, France has had 100 coronavirus cases and two deaths , according to AP. Health Minister Olivier Véran advised the country Saturday to refrain the traditional greeting known as "la bise", in which people give kisses, or air kisses, on both cheeks. (more...)
- March 15, 2020
At this time, France has had 100 coronavirus cases and two deaths , according to AP. Health Minister Olivier Véran advised the country Saturday to refrain the traditional greeting known as "la bise", in which people give kisses, or air kisses, on both cheeks. (more...)
Coronavirus: US travel ban in force amid national emergency
- March 15, 2020
Mr Trump's administration has faced criticism for its failure to provide Americans with widespread coronavirus testing. The US President indicated in a Press conference Saturday that experts were looking at new numbers. "Americans in the United Kingdom or Ireland can come home ". "I have been in daily contact with the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) and White House Coronavirus Task Force, and we are encouraging the implementation of all their best practices for exposure ... (more...)
- March 15, 2020
Mr Trump's administration has faced criticism for its failure to provide Americans with widespread coronavirus testing. The US President indicated in a Press conference Saturday that experts were looking at new numbers. "Americans in the United Kingdom or Ireland can come home ". "I have been in daily contact with the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) and White House Coronavirus Task Force, and we are encouraging the implementation of all their best practices for exposure ... (more...)
Dead Due To Coronavirus In France; Cinemas, Cafes, Restaurants Shut
- March 15, 2020
Philippe said the closure did not apply to essential businesses which he listed as food shops, chemists, banks, tobacco shops and petrol stations. "To limit the spread of the virus, we need to limit the movement of people". President Donald Trump declared a USA national emergency over the quickly spreading coronavirus on Friday, opening the door to more government aid to combat a pathogen that has infected more than 138,000 people worldwide and left over 5,000 dead. (more...)
- March 15, 2020
Philippe said the closure did not apply to essential businesses which he listed as food shops, chemists, banks, tobacco shops and petrol stations. "To limit the spread of the virus, we need to limit the movement of people". President Donald Trump declared a USA national emergency over the quickly spreading coronavirus on Friday, opening the door to more government aid to combat a pathogen that has infected more than 138,000 people worldwide and left over 5,000 dead. (more...)
Chelsea Manning case: Judge orders release from prison
- March 15, 2020
Prior to her recent incarceration for refusing to testify, Manning had served seven years in a military prison for leaking hundreds of thousands of USA military messages and cables to WikiLeaks , before being released on the order of former president Barack Obama . (more...)
- March 15, 2020
Prior to her recent incarceration for refusing to testify, Manning had served seven years in a military prison for leaking hundreds of thousands of USA military messages and cables to WikiLeaks , before being released on the order of former president Barack Obama . (more...)
Trump to expand European travel ban; may restrict domestic travel
- March 15, 2020
The latest round of travel restrictions have caused some confusion since they were first announced by Trump during a televised address from the Oval Office on Wednesday evening. An 82-year-old woman is the first New York City resident to die from coronavirus (COVID-19) complications, Mayor Bill de Blasio confirmed during an interview with MSNBC host Joy Reid. (more...)
- March 15, 2020
The latest round of travel restrictions have caused some confusion since they were first announced by Trump during a televised address from the Oval Office on Wednesday evening. An 82-year-old woman is the first New York City resident to die from coronavirus (COVID-19) complications, Mayor Bill de Blasio confirmed during an interview with MSNBC host Joy Reid. (more...)
France to Close All Educational Facilities Amid Coronavirus Outbreak - Macron
- March 15, 2020
To prevent the economy from nosediving during the crisis, Macron said France would offer help for businesses and would work with European partners on a major package to relaunch the economy, "whatever it costs". "Internationally, I appeal to the responsibility of the G7 and G20", said Macron. He promised a concerted, bloc-wide response. The president also announced that local elections to be held on Sunday, will not be postponed. (more...)
- March 15, 2020
To prevent the economy from nosediving during the crisis, Macron said France would offer help for businesses and would work with European partners on a major package to relaunch the economy, "whatever it costs". "Internationally, I appeal to the responsibility of the G7 and G20", said Macron. He promised a concerted, bloc-wide response. The president also announced that local elections to be held on Sunday, will not be postponed. (more...)
Fact checking Trump's claim on swine flu tests
- March 15, 2020
Because we were given a - a set of circumstances, and we were given rules, regulations and specifications from a different time. "It wasn't meant for this kind of - an event with the kind of numbers that we're talking about", Trump responded. (more...)
- March 15, 2020
Because we were given a - a set of circumstances, and we were given rules, regulations and specifications from a different time. "It wasn't meant for this kind of - an event with the kind of numbers that we're talking about", Trump responded. (more...)
Georgia Postponing March 24 Presidential Primary Until May Because of Coronavirus
- March 15, 2020
Nikema Williams, the state's Democrat Party chair, said postponing the election was about protecting health of her state's voters. And election officials, who typically promote voting, are making an unusual request to voters: If you don't feel well, stay home and away from the polls. (more...)
- March 15, 2020
Nikema Williams, the state's Democrat Party chair, said postponing the election was about protecting health of her state's voters. And election officials, who typically promote voting, are making an unusual request to voters: If you don't feel well, stay home and away from the polls. (more...)
Coronavirus death toll in Italy surpasses 1,400
- March 15, 2020
Italy remains the worst-hit nation in Europe and the fastest spreading number of cases in the world, despite having gone into complete lockdown last week. When it comes to understanding the effects of the restrictive quarantine measures taken by the Italian government, Galli says, "I would say two weeks, optimistically". (more...)
- March 15, 2020
Italy remains the worst-hit nation in Europe and the fastest spreading number of cases in the world, despite having gone into complete lockdown last week. When it comes to understanding the effects of the restrictive quarantine measures taken by the Italian government, Galli says, "I would say two weeks, optimistically". (more...)
Nepal Suspends All Permits for Mount Everest Climbers Amid Coronavirus Spread
- March 15, 2020
Everest for the spring season", Ballinger added in an Instagram post . "This is heartbreaking news, especially for our clients who have trained so hard and invested so much in chasing the climb of a lifetime", Ballinger said. Nepal has issued only five permits for the season but none for Everest so far. This will be the third time in the last decade that Everest's summit will remain empty. (more...)
- March 15, 2020
Everest for the spring season", Ballinger added in an Instagram post . "This is heartbreaking news, especially for our clients who have trained so hard and invested so much in chasing the climb of a lifetime", Ballinger said. Nepal has issued only five permits for the season but none for Everest so far. This will be the third time in the last decade that Everest's summit will remain empty. (more...)
Travel clampdown needed to contain U.S. coronavirus outbreak: Pence
- March 15, 2020
The announcement, made "out of an abundance of caution", came as Pence prepared to hold a press conference after a meeting of the White House coronavirus task force. At 73, the president is part of the age group considered by medical experts to be more likely to become seriously ill if he contracted the novel coronavirus. (more...)
- March 15, 2020
The announcement, made "out of an abundance of caution", came as Pence prepared to hold a press conference after a meeting of the White House coronavirus task force. At 73, the president is part of the age group considered by medical experts to be more likely to become seriously ill if he contracted the novel coronavirus. (more...)
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