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US Flag Projected Onto Swiss Alps Mountain in Show of Solidarity
- April 18, 2020
A statement from the Zermatt tourism website said "May our message convey solidarity and give you hope and strength. Just like the motto 'light is hope, '" Zermatt Tourism said in a news release . "As one of the most populous countries in the world, India is suffering from the Corona crisis". The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the USA was over 640,000 as of Thursday afternoon, according to Johns Hopkins University , and more than 31,000 people have died from COVID-19 within the ... (more...)
- April 18, 2020
A statement from the Zermatt tourism website said "May our message convey solidarity and give you hope and strength. Just like the motto 'light is hope, '" Zermatt Tourism said in a news release . "As one of the most populous countries in the world, India is suffering from the Corona crisis". The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the USA was over 640,000 as of Thursday afternoon, according to Johns Hopkins University , and more than 31,000 people have died from COVID-19 within the ... (more...)
Coronavirus crisis: International Monetary Fund forecasts Australian economy will contract 6.7 per cent
- April 18, 2020
As part of the meetings, the IMF's policy committee will meet Thursday, with the sessions closing on Friday with a news conference by Malpass following a meeting of the World Bank's policy panel. It also encouraged private creditors to participate on comparable terms as well, Kganyago said. She noted that more than 100 countries so far have asked for emergency assistance. (more...)
- April 18, 2020
As part of the meetings, the IMF's policy committee will meet Thursday, with the sessions closing on Friday with a news conference by Malpass following a meeting of the World Bank's policy panel. It also encouraged private creditors to participate on comparable terms as well, Kganyago said. She noted that more than 100 countries so far have asked for emergency assistance. (more...)
Jacksonville, Florida Reopens Beaches, Parks With Restrictions
- April 18, 2020
In a statement recorded and distributed on social media, Curry said, "This can be the beginning of the pathway back to normal life". "Please respect and follow these limitations". Millions of people have yet to be tested, yet JAX beaches are open again where social distancing is nearly impossible. The Jacksonville parks will also reopen but gatherings must still be limited to 50 people or less. (more...)
- April 18, 2020
In a statement recorded and distributed on social media, Curry said, "This can be the beginning of the pathway back to normal life". "Please respect and follow these limitations". Millions of people have yet to be tested, yet JAX beaches are open again where social distancing is nearly impossible. The Jacksonville parks will also reopen but gatherings must still be limited to 50 people or less. (more...)
Israel's Netanyahu, Gantz face midnight deadline to form unity government
- April 18, 2020
The long-serving Netanyahu, meanwhile, would likely be forced to step aside halfway through the term and allow Gantz to serve as prime minister in a rotating power-sharing deal. Gantz's decision to seek a deal with Netanyahu triggered the break-up of Blue and White, dramatically weakening his political position. The move drew heavy criticism from Gantz's supporters and caused his Blue and White alliance to crumble, leaving him with a faction of only about half its original size. (more...)
- April 18, 2020
The long-serving Netanyahu, meanwhile, would likely be forced to step aside halfway through the term and allow Gantz to serve as prime minister in a rotating power-sharing deal. Gantz's decision to seek a deal with Netanyahu triggered the break-up of Blue and White, dramatically weakening his political position. The move drew heavy criticism from Gantz's supporters and caused his Blue and White alliance to crumble, leaving him with a faction of only about half its original size. (more...)
Trump Tweets To 'Liberate' 3 States, Gets Tongue-Lashing From Dem Gov
- April 18, 2020
But whatever the reason, calling for any state's liberation over its leader's decisions regarding stay-at-home directives is completely hypocritical and contradicts' Trump's own statements . That claim is false, as clearly stated in the Constitution. The president also declined to say which states should be open soon, saying that was up to the individual governors. (more...)
- April 18, 2020
But whatever the reason, calling for any state's liberation over its leader's decisions regarding stay-at-home directives is completely hypocritical and contradicts' Trump's own statements . That claim is false, as clearly stated in the Constitution. The president also declined to say which states should be open soon, saying that was up to the individual governors. (more...)
We Asked Readers to Send Their Homemade Face Masks. They Delivered
- April 18, 2020
For instance, at the shopping malls or markets where you can not secure a two-metre radius to yourself. They say if you do - clean your hands with alcohol based hand rub or soap and water. Cuomo said they could be added later if people don't comply. Loyola students, staff and alumni have joined others across the country in making their own masks from bandanas, scarves and cloth scraps to follow the recent recommendations from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (more...)
- April 18, 2020
For instance, at the shopping malls or markets where you can not secure a two-metre radius to yourself. They say if you do - clean your hands with alcohol based hand rub or soap and water. Cuomo said they could be added later if people don't comply. Loyola students, staff and alumni have joined others across the country in making their own masks from bandanas, scarves and cloth scraps to follow the recent recommendations from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (more...)
Dr Oz apologizes for school opening comments
- April 18, 2020
Oz , who is actually a real , albeit "celebrity" doctor, said Wednesday. "But getting every child back to a school where they are being safely educated, nurtured and making the most of their lives, with a theoretical risk on the back side, that could be compensation that some people would consider". (more...)
- April 18, 2020
Oz , who is actually a real , albeit "celebrity" doctor, said Wednesday. "But getting every child back to a school where they are being safely educated, nurtured and making the most of their lives, with a theoretical risk on the back side, that could be compensation that some people would consider". (more...)
United Kingdom hospital COVID-19 death toll rises 14,576
- April 18, 2020
He gave evidence to the Commons Health and Social Care Committee on Friday, he said, that the "harsh reality" is "we were too slow with a number of things". The figure does not include people who have died in care homes and the community. Health Secretary Matt Hancock announced that testing will be expanded to those in the police, fire service and prisons, as well as critical local authority workers, the judiciary and Department for Work and Pensions staff - where required. (more...)
- April 18, 2020
He gave evidence to the Commons Health and Social Care Committee on Friday, he said, that the "harsh reality" is "we were too slow with a number of things". The figure does not include people who have died in care homes and the community. Health Secretary Matt Hancock announced that testing will be expanded to those in the police, fire service and prisons, as well as critical local authority workers, the judiciary and Department for Work and Pensions staff - where required. (more...)
Nigerian president's chief of staff dies from coronavirus
- April 18, 2020
Following news of his death, many Nigerians have taken to microblogging platform Twitter to react to the news of his death. Spokesman Femi Adesina also confirmed the death. Akin Abayomi, later said he did not know Kyari's location thereby sparking reports that the President's aide was not in any isolation centre. Chief of Staff to the President, Mallam Abba Kyari, passes on. (more...)
- April 18, 2020
Following news of his death, many Nigerians have taken to microblogging platform Twitter to react to the news of his death. Spokesman Femi Adesina also confirmed the death. Akin Abayomi, later said he did not know Kyari's location thereby sparking reports that the President's aide was not in any isolation centre. Chief of Staff to the President, Mallam Abba Kyari, passes on. (more...)
Global coronavirus cases reach two million
- April 18, 2020
The figures came after President Donald Trump earlier in the evening said "the data suggests that nationwide we have passed the peak on new cases", and he will announce Thursday the first plans for lifting coronavirus lockdowns. A total of 2,204,511 cases are recorded worldwide and the US continues to be the worst-hit with having the highest numbers of infections and deaths, more than 680,000 and almost 34,200, respectively. (more...)
- April 18, 2020
The figures came after President Donald Trump earlier in the evening said "the data suggests that nationwide we have passed the peak on new cases", and he will announce Thursday the first plans for lifting coronavirus lockdowns. A total of 2,204,511 cases are recorded worldwide and the US continues to be the worst-hit with having the highest numbers of infections and deaths, more than 680,000 and almost 34,200, respectively. (more...)
Pro-Trump protesters push back on stay-at-home orders in Texas
- April 18, 2020
In the wake of the outbreak, MI has enforced some of the country's most stringent "stay-at-home" policies, with Whitmer signing a number of executive orders closing businesses and forcing social distancing to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. (more...)
- April 18, 2020
In the wake of the outbreak, MI has enforced some of the country's most stringent "stay-at-home" policies, with Whitmer signing a number of executive orders closing businesses and forcing social distancing to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. (more...)
Michael Cohen will be released from prison due to coronavirus
- April 18, 2020
It's not clear when he'll be released, but he'll have to spend 14 days in quarantine at prison first, and then he'll serve the rest of his sentence on house arrest. Formerly a hardline loyalist to Trump, Cohen flipped on the President in 2018 amid the fallout over the hush payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels . (more...)
- April 18, 2020
It's not clear when he'll be released, but he'll have to spend 14 days in quarantine at prison first, and then he'll serve the rest of his sentence on house arrest. Formerly a hardline loyalist to Trump, Cohen flipped on the President in 2018 amid the fallout over the hush payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels . (more...)
China's Coronavirus Death Toll Increases By 50% After Revision
- April 18, 2020
The undercount stemmed from several factors, according to a notification issued by Wuhan's coronavirus response headquarters and published by the official Xinhua News Agency. The president did not offer evidence to back up that assertion, but his argument is at least partially bolstered by China's admission on Friday that it had undercounted the number of deaths in Wuhan , the southeastern city where the outbreak appears to have begun in a so-called wet market. (more...)
- April 18, 2020
The undercount stemmed from several factors, according to a notification issued by Wuhan's coronavirus response headquarters and published by the official Xinhua News Agency. The president did not offer evidence to back up that assertion, but his argument is at least partially bolstered by China's admission on Friday that it had undercounted the number of deaths in Wuhan , the southeastern city where the outbreak appears to have begun in a so-called wet market. (more...)
'Do Nothing Dems' Should Pass Legislation
- April 18, 2020
They are heeding the warnings of health officials anxious the virus will simply boomerang into prolonged national crisis. But even now, Senate Democrats are still blocking funding. "No delay. No excuses", Phillips said in a statement. "We simply can not afford to let them down". According to Schumer, the plan is flawed due to a lack of testing, which he explained is why Senate Democrats and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) are pushing for a $30 billion plan for a nationalized testing ... (more...)
- April 18, 2020
They are heeding the warnings of health officials anxious the virus will simply boomerang into prolonged national crisis. But even now, Senate Democrats are still blocking funding. "No delay. No excuses", Phillips said in a statement. "We simply can not afford to let them down". According to Schumer, the plan is flawed due to a lack of testing, which he explained is why Senate Democrats and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) are pushing for a $30 billion plan for a nationalized testing ... (more...)
Coronavirus: British war veteran, 99, raises $31 million for health service
- April 18, 2020
Get all the latest news on coronavirus and more delivered daily to your inbox. Troops from the Yorkshire Regiment formed an honor guard for the final lap. Originally from Keighley in West Yorkshire, Capt Tom trained as a civil engineer before enlisting in army in World War Two, rising to captain and serving in India and Burma. (more...)
- April 18, 2020
Get all the latest news on coronavirus and more delivered daily to your inbox. Troops from the Yorkshire Regiment formed an honor guard for the final lap. Originally from Keighley in West Yorkshire, Capt Tom trained as a civil engineer before enlisting in army in World War Two, rising to captain and serving in India and Burma. (more...)
France to extend lockdown until May 11
- April 18, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has caused one of the great turns to be delayed: the initial dates were from June 27 to July 19. 6; both races have the same organizer, the Amaury Sport Organisation. The five veto-wielding powers - the US, China, France, Russia and Britain - have been in discussions on a French text for a draft resolution. Borders would have to be open, too, so racers such as last year's victor, Colombian rider Egan Bernal , can travel to France. (more...)
- April 18, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has caused one of the great turns to be delayed: the initial dates were from June 27 to July 19. 6; both races have the same organizer, the Amaury Sport Organisation. The five veto-wielding powers - the US, China, France, Russia and Britain - have been in discussions on a French text for a draft resolution. Borders would have to be open, too, so racers such as last year's victor, Colombian rider Egan Bernal , can travel to France. (more...)
United Kingdom Government Extends Lockdown By Three Weeks
- April 18, 2020
There are still "issues with the virus spreading in some hospitals and in care homes", he explained. "There are indications that the measures we have put in place have been successful in slowing down the spread of this virus". He said restrictions will only be lifted "when the evidence demonstrates that it is safe to do so". He said the researchers had come up with what they call the "effective susceptible population", explaining: "The staggering figure they come up with is at the end of ... (more...)
- April 18, 2020
There are still "issues with the virus spreading in some hospitals and in care homes", he explained. "There are indications that the measures we have put in place have been successful in slowing down the spread of this virus". He said restrictions will only be lifted "when the evidence demonstrates that it is safe to do so". He said the researchers had come up with what they call the "effective susceptible population", explaining: "The staggering figure they come up with is at the end of ... (more...)
"We're all in this together", says Trudeau
- April 18, 2020
Nearly half of its deaths are linked to nursing homes. However, seniors are not the only vulnerable group, she said, noting more must be done to help people experiencing homelessness and precarious housing - conditions that also make it hard to maintain physical distancing and hand-washing protocols. (more...)
- April 18, 2020
Nearly half of its deaths are linked to nursing homes. However, seniors are not the only vulnerable group, she said, noting more must be done to help people experiencing homelessness and precarious housing - conditions that also make it hard to maintain physical distancing and hand-washing protocols. (more...)
Coronavirus in NY: Cuomo plans new order on testing coordination
- April 18, 2020
Beaches and lakes can reopen on Monday for fishing and relaxing, while non-essential businesses can sell products for drive-thru pick-up or delivery, he said. Trump pointed to different rates of infection across the country at the White House on Thursday. The goal is to prioritize diagnostic testing for both public health and restarting the economy. (more...)
- April 18, 2020
Beaches and lakes can reopen on Monday for fishing and relaxing, while non-essential businesses can sell products for drive-thru pick-up or delivery, he said. Trump pointed to different rates of infection across the country at the White House on Thursday. The goal is to prioritize diagnostic testing for both public health and restarting the economy. (more...)
Over 660 French aircraft carrier crew infected with coronavirus
- April 18, 2020
The death came six days after Thomas Modly resigned as acting navy secretary over his mishandling of an outbreak on the Roosevelt, one of two USA aircraft carriers in the western Pacific. The Royal Navy said it was undertaking special measures to minimise the risk of an outbreak, and that the warship could sail to the United Kingdom quickly in the event of a crisis. (more...)
- April 18, 2020
The death came six days after Thomas Modly resigned as acting navy secretary over his mishandling of an outbreak on the Roosevelt, one of two USA aircraft carriers in the western Pacific. The Royal Navy said it was undertaking special measures to minimise the risk of an outbreak, and that the warship could sail to the United Kingdom quickly in the event of a crisis. (more...)
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