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WhatsApp and World Health Organization launch a chatbot to answer questions surrounding coronavirus
- March 21, 2020
A day ago, he had warned young people that they should take coronavirus warnings seriously as they are "not invincible". "I'm grateful that so many young people are spreading the word and not the virus". "Don't smoke. Smoking can increase your risk of developing severe disease if you become infected with COVID-19", he said. The World Health Organisation also suggested the phrase "social distancing" be replaced with the term "physical distancing" to better describe the need to maintain ... (more...)
- March 21, 2020
A day ago, he had warned young people that they should take coronavirus warnings seriously as they are "not invincible". "I'm grateful that so many young people are spreading the word and not the virus". "Don't smoke. Smoking can increase your risk of developing severe disease if you become infected with COVID-19", he said. The World Health Organisation also suggested the phrase "social distancing" be replaced with the term "physical distancing" to better describe the need to maintain ... (more...)
Covid-19 deaths in Italy surge by 793 in one day
- March 21, 2020
The number of infections across the country also shot up to 24,926, the health ministry said in a statement. But Matteo Bassetti of Italy s prestigious San Martino clinic in Genoa said the government probably had no idea how many people really had the new disease. (more...)
- March 21, 2020
The number of infections across the country also shot up to 24,926, the health ministry said in a statement. But Matteo Bassetti of Italy s prestigious San Martino clinic in Genoa said the government probably had no idea how many people really had the new disease. (more...)
Coronavirus Deaths Soar in Spain, 1,350 Dead and 25,000 Infected
- March 21, 2020
The spread of the COVID-19 continues to put significant strain on Spain's health system, with more than 1,100 people fighting the disease in intensive care. Authorities also said they were acquiring more medical equipment, including 700 ventilators. The doctors noted that the healthcare system can not leave non-priority patients unprotected and so will "offer healthcare alternatives of quality that meet the basic needs of the people and their families".(ANSAmed). (more...)
- March 21, 2020
The spread of the COVID-19 continues to put significant strain on Spain's health system, with more than 1,100 people fighting the disease in intensive care. Authorities also said they were acquiring more medical equipment, including 700 ventilators. The doctors noted that the healthcare system can not leave non-priority patients unprotected and so will "offer healthcare alternatives of quality that meet the basic needs of the people and their families".(ANSAmed). (more...)
Ontario reports 50 new COVID-19 cases; two more discovered in Peel
- March 21, 2020
According to the provincial update , one of the new cases has been hospitalized. According to CTV , provincial health officials say almost 4,000 residents are now under investigation for the virus. The two that got it through close contact are both men in their 40s and both are believed to be self-isolating. Overall, Ontario saw a rise in COVID-19 cases from 257 to 308 on Friday. (more...)
- March 21, 2020
According to the provincial update , one of the new cases has been hospitalized. According to CTV , provincial health officials say almost 4,000 residents are now under investigation for the virus. The two that got it through close contact are both men in their 40s and both are believed to be self-isolating. Overall, Ontario saw a rise in COVID-19 cases from 257 to 308 on Friday. (more...)
Staffer in U.S. vice president's office tests positive for virus
- March 21, 2020
Pence told reporters Saturday that his staffer who tested positive for coronavirus is "doing well". "We learned of that late yesterday", said Pence. Both Trump and Pence earlier tested negative for the virus. Vice President Pence holds guidelines for reducing the spread of coronavirus at a White House briefing. A number of politicians have tested positive for the virus. (more...)
- March 21, 2020
Pence told reporters Saturday that his staffer who tested positive for coronavirus is "doing well". "We learned of that late yesterday", said Pence. Both Trump and Pence earlier tested negative for the virus. Vice President Pence holds guidelines for reducing the spread of coronavirus at a White House briefing. A number of politicians have tested positive for the virus. (more...)
Ontario reports second death due to COVID-19
- March 21, 2020
A man in his 50s has been confirmed as Ontario's second COVID-19-related death, according to Halton Region Public Health. The two close-contact patients are both men in their 40s, whereas the travel-related case was a man ins his 80s. All of the patients are now in self-isolation. Meanwhile, provincial police say that businesses could face fines of up to $500,000 if they flout the province's new Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act. (more...)
- March 21, 2020
A man in his 50s has been confirmed as Ontario's second COVID-19-related death, according to Halton Region Public Health. The two close-contact patients are both men in their 40s, whereas the travel-related case was a man ins his 80s. All of the patients are now in self-isolation. Meanwhile, provincial police say that businesses could face fines of up to $500,000 if they flout the province's new Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act. (more...)
Trudeau launches plan to mobilize Canadian industry to fight coronavirus
- March 21, 2020
Since 2017 around 50,000 people have crossed the border into Canada, many saying they want to evade U.S. President Donald Trump's crackdown on refugees and illegal immigrants. Additionally, the U.S. and Canadian governments agreed to prevent non-essential travel, but trade will continue. Len Saunders, a USA -based immigration lawyer in Blaine, Wash., texted a photo of himself at his new office: a park bench in Peace Arch Park, a sort of neutral zone at the border with B.C. (more...)
- March 21, 2020
Since 2017 around 50,000 people have crossed the border into Canada, many saying they want to evade U.S. President Donald Trump's crackdown on refugees and illegal immigrants. Additionally, the U.S. and Canadian governments agreed to prevent non-essential travel, but trade will continue. Len Saunders, a USA -based immigration lawyer in Blaine, Wash., texted a photo of himself at his new office: a park bench in Peace Arch Park, a sort of neutral zone at the border with B.C. (more...)
Malaria drug for COVID-19? Read this to know the truth
- March 21, 2020
He added, "The drug won't kill anybody even though it is a very powerful one". About 60 percent of Americans are now "very" or "somewhat worried" they or a family member will be exposed to the coronavirus, up from 36 percent in February, while confidence in the government's ability to respond has fallen sharply, a Gallup poll released on Monday showed. (more...)
- March 21, 2020
He added, "The drug won't kill anybody even though it is a very powerful one". About 60 percent of Americans are now "very" or "somewhat worried" they or a family member will be exposed to the coronavirus, up from 36 percent in February, while confidence in the government's ability to respond has fallen sharply, a Gallup poll released on Monday showed. (more...)
Italy Announces Biggest One-Day Increase in CCP Virus Death Toll
- March 21, 2020
The Italian government has made a decision to use its military for enforcing the nation's coronavirus lockdown, according to Attilio Fontana, the governor of Italy's Lombardy region, who spoke during a press conference on Friday, reports La Repubblica . (more...)
- March 21, 2020
The Italian government has made a decision to use its military for enforcing the nation's coronavirus lockdown, according to Attilio Fontana, the governor of Italy's Lombardy region, who spoke during a press conference on Friday, reports La Repubblica . (more...)
Russian Federation closes Lenin’s tomb on Red Square amid coronavirus fears
- March 21, 2020
There is a multitude of opinions on this matter, the spokesman continued, and the letter would "undoubtedly be considered". Russian President Vladimir Putin has highly appreciated China's efforts to control coronavirus pandemic and lending a helping hand to entire world in a timely manner. (more...)
- March 21, 2020
There is a multitude of opinions on this matter, the spokesman continued, and the letter would "undoubtedly be considered". Russian President Vladimir Putin has highly appreciated China's efforts to control coronavirus pandemic and lending a helping hand to entire world in a timely manner. (more...)
No non-essential cross-border trips during the coronavirus crisis
- March 21, 2020
Also, fewer Americans are heading south because of a statewide stay-at-home order in California and a State Department warning advising Americans not to travel overseas. All travel of an optional or discretionary nature, including but not limited to tourism and recreation, is covered by these measures. It's unclear where the person was from within Canada, whether they were a man or woman, or how old they were. (more...)
- March 21, 2020
Also, fewer Americans are heading south because of a statewide stay-at-home order in California and a State Department warning advising Americans not to travel overseas. All travel of an optional or discretionary nature, including but not limited to tourism and recreation, is covered by these measures. It's unclear where the person was from within Canada, whether they were a man or woman, or how old they were. (more...)
Richard Burr Voted Against Bipartisan 2012 Bill Barring Congressional Insider Trading
- March 21, 2020
The disclosure forms require senators to list the name of the stock sold and give a range of how much the stock was worth, so it's hard to know the exact value. "As the situation continues to evolve daily, he has been deeply concerned by the steep and sudden toll this pandemic is taking on our economy". In addition to the sales, Loeffler and her husband also bought between $100,000 and $250,000 in Citrix, a firm that makes teleworking software and has seen its value go up as Americans are ... (more...)
- March 21, 2020
The disclosure forms require senators to list the name of the stock sold and give a range of how much the stock was worth, so it's hard to know the exact value. "As the situation continues to evolve daily, he has been deeply concerned by the steep and sudden toll this pandemic is taking on our economy". In addition to the sales, Loeffler and her husband also bought between $100,000 and $250,000 in Citrix, a firm that makes teleworking software and has seen its value go up as Americans are ... (more...)
Seven Wisconsin friends stuck in Peru during COVID-19 lockdown
- March 21, 2020
The Ffrancises were on a trip of a lifetime across South America when they arrived in Cusco, in the Peruvian Andes, on Saturday, only to learn that the government had declared a national emergency , with the borders locked down for 15 days or longer. (more...)
- March 21, 2020
The Ffrancises were on a trip of a lifetime across South America when they arrived in Cusco, in the Peruvian Andes, on Saturday, only to learn that the government had declared a national emergency , with the borders locked down for 15 days or longer. (more...)
More than 600 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Africa
- March 21, 2020
Countries like Sudan and Ghana have banned arrivals from any country with COVID-19 cases whereas South Africa and Tanzania have enacted partial bans. Burkina Faso has ordered the closure of all schools and barred all public and private gatherings until the end of April. Lagos state, the economic hub of Nigeria , has banned gatherings of more than 50 people and schools will close from next week. (more...)
- March 21, 2020
Countries like Sudan and Ghana have banned arrivals from any country with COVID-19 cases whereas South Africa and Tanzania have enacted partial bans. Burkina Faso has ordered the closure of all schools and barred all public and private gatherings until the end of April. Lagos state, the economic hub of Nigeria , has banned gatherings of more than 50 people and schools will close from next week. (more...)
Commission publishes legal agreement on United Kingdom free trade negotiations
- March 21, 2020
The pandemic has scuttled face-to-face negotiations between the two sides and has increased speculation that the United Kingdom government will have to extend its self-imposed December 31 deadline to strike a deal with the bloc. Mr Johnson pointed towards laws preventing ministers from requesting a delay when asked about it at his daily coronavirus press conference on Wednesday. (more...)
- March 21, 2020
The pandemic has scuttled face-to-face negotiations between the two sides and has increased speculation that the United Kingdom government will have to extend its self-imposed December 31 deadline to strike a deal with the bloc. Mr Johnson pointed towards laws preventing ministers from requesting a delay when asked about it at his daily coronavirus press conference on Wednesday. (more...)
Italy's virus toll tops 4,000 after new one-day record
- March 21, 2020
Italy surpassed China on Thursday as the nation with the most COVID-19-related deaths in the world since the beginning of this outbreak in December. A new grim record that brings the number of total deaths to 4,032, the highest in the world. (more...)
- March 21, 2020
Italy surpassed China on Thursday as the nation with the most COVID-19-related deaths in the world since the beginning of this outbreak in December. A new grim record that brings the number of total deaths to 4,032, the highest in the world. (more...)
Mexico closing border to 'nonessential travel,' trade to continue as normal
- March 21, 2020
The U.S. -Mexico border will be closed to nonessential travel to further help stem the spread of the novel coronavirus , President Donald Trump announced Friday. Mexico is the largest trading partner in the world with the U.S.as 75% of its exports go to the U.S. In part, CBP officials said the ports of entry will still allow entry of "legitimate documented travelers" not subject to previously announced restrictions. (more...)
- March 21, 2020
The U.S. -Mexico border will be closed to nonessential travel to further help stem the spread of the novel coronavirus , President Donald Trump announced Friday. Mexico is the largest trading partner in the world with the U.S.as 75% of its exports go to the U.S. In part, CBP officials said the ports of entry will still allow entry of "legitimate documented travelers" not subject to previously announced restrictions. (more...)
Coronavirus can sicken or kill young people
- March 21, 2020
It asked members of the public not to wear medical face masks unless they are looking after sick people, to ensure they are available for doctors and nurses. "COVID-19 is taking so much from us, but it's also giving us something special: the opportunity to come together as one humanity, to work together, to learn together and to grow together", he said. (more...)
- March 21, 2020
It asked members of the public not to wear medical face masks unless they are looking after sick people, to ensure they are available for doctors and nurses. "COVID-19 is taking so much from us, but it's also giving us something special: the opportunity to come together as one humanity, to work together, to learn together and to grow together", he said. (more...)
Mnuchin keen to seen $1,000 paid to each American adult
- March 21, 2020
Let me be clear: "If we follow the president's plan, we will not have that", Mnuchin said on CNBC. "So this is now", Mnuchin said. "So for a group of four, that is a $3,000 payment ". Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) on Thursday called on President Trump to use the emergency war powers he invoked just a day earlier to "immediately" press USA industry to accelerate the production of medical supplies to fight the coronavirus. (more...)
- March 21, 2020
Let me be clear: "If we follow the president's plan, we will not have that", Mnuchin said on CNBC. "So this is now", Mnuchin said. "So for a group of four, that is a $3,000 payment ". Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) on Thursday called on President Trump to use the emergency war powers he invoked just a day earlier to "immediately" press USA industry to accelerate the production of medical supplies to fight the coronavirus. (more...)
Humanitarian disaster is imminent in North Korea, Kim admits problems
- March 21, 2020
North Korea boasts that it has no cases of COVID-19, even as its neighbor to the north China has experienced more than 3,200 deaths from the global pandemic . "Some residents are criticizing the Central Committee [of the Korean Workers' Party], saying they should focus more on their quarantine efforts instead of focusing on sweets for the holidays", the second source added. (more...)
- March 21, 2020
North Korea boasts that it has no cases of COVID-19, even as its neighbor to the north China has experienced more than 3,200 deaths from the global pandemic . "Some residents are criticizing the Central Committee [of the Korean Workers' Party], saying they should focus more on their quarantine efforts instead of focusing on sweets for the holidays", the second source added. (more...)
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