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Cuomo: Coronavirus cases up to 105 in NY state
- March 09, 2020
Cuomo declared a state of emergency on Saturday to clear the way for more testing, purchases of more supplies and hiring of workers to help monitor self-quarantined patients. NY state is asking the CDC for permission to conduct automated coronavirus testing and is still waiting for approval. "Otherwise you will basically have symptoms for two weeks and you will recover", he said. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
Cuomo declared a state of emergency on Saturday to clear the way for more testing, purchases of more supplies and hiring of workers to help monitor self-quarantined patients. NY state is asking the CDC for permission to conduct automated coronavirus testing and is still waiting for approval. "Otherwise you will basically have symptoms for two weeks and you will recover", he said. (more...)
Rival Afghan leaders each declare themselves president, threatening peace deal
- March 09, 2020
Blasts have been reported in Kabul as Afghanistan's two leading presidential candidates held separate swearing-in ceremonies after both claimed to have won last year's elections . Ghani and Abdullah both held roles in the previous government under a USA -brokered power-sharing agreement that followed the previous election in 2014. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
Blasts have been reported in Kabul as Afghanistan's two leading presidential candidates held separate swearing-in ceremonies after both claimed to have won last year's elections . Ghani and Abdullah both held roles in the previous government under a USA -brokered power-sharing agreement that followed the previous election in 2014. (more...)
Oil plunges in Asia as producers start price war
- March 09, 2020
Neil Wilson, chief market analyst at Markets.com, said: "This will be remembered as Black Monday". Brent futures are on track for their biggest daily decline since January 17 1991 when prices dropped at the start of the first Gulf War. Saudi Arabia over the weekend cut its official selling prices for April for all crude grades to all destinations by between $6 and $8 a barrel. "Not only does the OPEC+ no-deal open up the supply side of the equation, but the rapid spread of the COVID-19 ... (more...)
- March 09, 2020
Neil Wilson, chief market analyst at Markets.com, said: "This will be remembered as Black Monday". Brent futures are on track for their biggest daily decline since January 17 1991 when prices dropped at the start of the first Gulf War. Saudi Arabia over the weekend cut its official selling prices for April for all crude grades to all destinations by between $6 and $8 a barrel. "Not only does the OPEC+ no-deal open up the supply side of the equation, but the rapid spread of the COVID-19 ... (more...)
Erdogan orders Turkish coastguard to block migrants crossing Aegean Sea
- March 09, 2020
Over 1,700 migrants landed on Lesbos and four other Aegean islands from Turkey over the past week. Greek police have fired tear gas at refugees and migrants attempting to cross the border from Turkey, in the latest incident since Ankara declared its borders with the European Union open. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
Over 1,700 migrants landed on Lesbos and four other Aegean islands from Turkey over the past week. Greek police have fired tear gas at refugees and migrants attempting to cross the border from Turkey, in the latest incident since Ankara declared its borders with the European Union open. (more...)
NY declares state of emergency amid coronavirus outbreak
- March 09, 2020
The statewide total of coronavirus cases in New York State is now at 89. He said 11 cases are in New York City, 57 cases are in Westchester County, two are in Rockland County, four are in Nassau County and two are in Saratoga County. The U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has allowed the state's laboratories to do coronavirus testing and contract outside laboratories. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
The statewide total of coronavirus cases in New York State is now at 89. He said 11 cases are in New York City, 57 cases are in Westchester County, two are in Rockland County, four are in Nassau County and two are in Saratoga County. The U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has allowed the state's laboratories to do coronavirus testing and contract outside laboratories. (more...)
Secy. Pompeo praises Netherlands' trial of MH17 suspects as 'critical moment'
- March 09, 2020
Wreckage of the Boeing 777 fell to the ground in fields surrounding the Ukrainian village of Hrabove in territory held by pro-Russian separatists fighting Ukrainian government forces. "All people that are critical of the JIT investigation, who are critical on the coming court case, they are "the Kremlin trolls", they are not loyal to the families of those who lost their lives, so there is a lot of push-back to such initiatives." Investigators said the missile was sacked from the village of ... (more...)
- March 09, 2020
Wreckage of the Boeing 777 fell to the ground in fields surrounding the Ukrainian village of Hrabove in territory held by pro-Russian separatists fighting Ukrainian government forces. "All people that are critical of the JIT investigation, who are critical on the coming court case, they are "the Kremlin trolls", they are not loyal to the families of those who lost their lives, so there is a lot of push-back to such initiatives." Investigators said the missile was sacked from the village of ... (more...)
Coronavirus: Italy death toll climbs to 148
- March 09, 2020
This week, the government announced schools all over the country would be closed until March 15. On Thursday, the Italian cabinet announced it is allocating 7.5 billion euros (almost 8.5 billion USA dollars) to the coronavirus emergency. Data showed that the northern regions of Lombardia, Emilia Romagna and Veneto were the hardest hit, representing 85% of national cases overall and 92% of recorded deaths. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
This week, the government announced schools all over the country would be closed until March 15. On Thursday, the Italian cabinet announced it is allocating 7.5 billion euros (almost 8.5 billion USA dollars) to the coronavirus emergency. Data showed that the northern regions of Lombardia, Emilia Romagna and Veneto were the hardest hit, representing 85% of national cases overall and 92% of recorded deaths. (more...)
Twitter labels edited clip of Biden as manipulated media
- March 09, 2020
The video, which was posted on Saturday by White House social media director Dan Scavino, showed Biden stumbling on a speech in Kansas City, Missouri, in which he said the words "Excuse me". As Trump gears up to face either Biden or Senator Bernie Sanders in the November 2020 presidential election, social media outlets have come under increased pressure to regulate misleading political information in recent months. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
The video, which was posted on Saturday by White House social media director Dan Scavino, showed Biden stumbling on a speech in Kansas City, Missouri, in which he said the words "Excuse me". As Trump gears up to face either Biden or Senator Bernie Sanders in the November 2020 presidential election, social media outlets have come under increased pressure to regulate misleading political information in recent months. (more...)
Attorney General Barr, First Lady Melania Trump speak at National Opioid Summit
- March 09, 2020
The first lady was at the Department of Justice on Friday morning to deliver remarks to their National Opioid Summit , combatting the drug epidemic is one of the three pillars of her signature Be Best campaign, along with well-being and online safety. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
The first lady was at the Department of Justice on Friday morning to deliver remarks to their National Opioid Summit , combatting the drug epidemic is one of the three pillars of her signature Be Best campaign, along with well-being and online safety. (more...)
COVID-19: Saudi Arabia quarantines eastern Qatif
- March 09, 2020
Saudi Arabia on Sunday cordoned off an oil-rich Shiite stronghold, suspended air and sea travel to nine countries and closed schools and universities, in a series of measures to contain the fast-spreading coronavirus. The fourth new case, also of a Saudi national, had come from Iran and entered the country via the UAE, Al Arabiya English reported. Saudi authorities have previously said those infected have either been to Iran or had contact with people who visited the Islamic Republic, ... (more...)
- March 09, 2020
Saudi Arabia on Sunday cordoned off an oil-rich Shiite stronghold, suspended air and sea travel to nine countries and closed schools and universities, in a series of measures to contain the fast-spreading coronavirus. The fourth new case, also of a Saudi national, had come from Iran and entered the country via the UAE, Al Arabiya English reported. Saudi authorities have previously said those infected have either been to Iran or had contact with people who visited the Islamic Republic, ... (more...)
Two members of Congress announce coronavirus self-quarantine
- March 09, 2020
Cruz is one of the highest-profile Americans to undergo coronavirus self-quarantine since the United States reported its first COVID-19 case in late January. "Everyone should continue to treat this outbreak seriously and be driven by facts and medical science", Cruz said in his statement. The Hill also reported that the patient is now being quarantined. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
Cruz is one of the highest-profile Americans to undergo coronavirus self-quarantine since the United States reported its first COVID-19 case in late January. "Everyone should continue to treat this outbreak seriously and be driven by facts and medical science", Cruz said in his statement. The Hill also reported that the patient is now being quarantined. (more...)
Pakistan tells USA to keep close eye on Afghan peace ‘spoilers’
- March 09, 2020
The Taliban this month announced they were resuming operations against Afghan forces - though continuing to hold back on attacks on global troops - after an agreement on reduction in violence, which had followed the signing of a peace deal with the United States in Doha, formally came to an end. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
The Taliban this month announced they were resuming operations against Afghan forces - though continuing to hold back on attacks on global troops - after an agreement on reduction in violence, which had followed the signing of a peace deal with the United States in Doha, formally came to an end. (more...)
Senator Ted Cruz to self-quarantine after coronavirus interaction
- March 09, 2020
The congressman said he is also closing his office in Washington, D.C. for the week. And with many lawmakers in the most endangered category for coronavirus exposure - individuals over age 60 who travel or attend public events - Congress may have a uniquely hard time responding to the situation. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
The congressman said he is also closing his office in Washington, D.C. for the week. And with many lawmakers in the most endangered category for coronavirus exposure - individuals over age 60 who travel or attend public events - Congress may have a uniquely hard time responding to the situation. (more...)
Venice, Milan on lockdown as Italy announces sweeping quarantine
- March 09, 2020
Vincenzo Tosetti, a 34-year old actor and Venice resident, told AFP "many people I know have fled, mainly from Milan". Many people feared it would be their last chance to leave until the measures were lifted on April 3. "We do this so that the close concentration of people won't spread the virus", he said via video. The Italian government has enacted a startling and sweeping quarantine measure in an attempt to slow the spread of coronavirus , placing one quarter of the country's ... (more...)
- March 09, 2020
Vincenzo Tosetti, a 34-year old actor and Venice resident, told AFP "many people I know have fled, mainly from Milan". Many people feared it would be their last chance to leave until the measures were lifted on April 3. "We do this so that the close concentration of people won't spread the virus", he said via video. The Italian government has enacted a startling and sweeping quarantine measure in an attempt to slow the spread of coronavirus , placing one quarter of the country's ... (more...)
Coronavirus death toll rises to 3,595 globally
- March 09, 2020
Of the newly confirmed cases, 41 were in Hubei Province, the epicenter of the outbreak, with the remaining three all being imported from overseas, the National Health Commission said. Chinese officials said the risk of a new wave of contagion is rising as more people start moving around again, and the country will continue efforts to contain the spread. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
Of the newly confirmed cases, 41 were in Hubei Province, the epicenter of the outbreak, with the remaining three all being imported from overseas, the National Health Commission said. Chinese officials said the risk of a new wave of contagion is rising as more people start moving around again, and the country will continue efforts to contain the spread. (more...)
Nazi, Trump flags waved by protesters at Sanders rally
- March 09, 2020
In this video recorded moments earlier, police can be seen restraining the men and forcing the Trump flag out of one of their hands. Sanderson Communications Director Mike Casca told CNN that the Vermont senator did not see the flag. Democratic presidential hopeful Senator Bernie Sanders came to Phoenix for a campaign rally at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum on 5 March. Ahead of his Detroit rally, Sanders spoke to media persons and expressed his disgust on the incident. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
In this video recorded moments earlier, police can be seen restraining the men and forcing the Trump flag out of one of their hands. Sanderson Communications Director Mike Casca told CNN that the Vermont senator did not see the flag. Democratic presidential hopeful Senator Bernie Sanders came to Phoenix for a campaign rally at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum on 5 March. Ahead of his Detroit rally, Sanders spoke to media persons and expressed his disgust on the incident. (more...)
Pyongyang launches THREE ‘unidentified projectiles’ - South Korean military
- March 09, 2020
No other details were immediately available. "Our military detected 3 unidentified projectiles fired this morning from the Sondok area in Hamgyong Province, North Korea , toward northeast, toward the East Sea", the South Korea Defense Ministry said in a text to reporters. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
No other details were immediately available. "Our military detected 3 unidentified projectiles fired this morning from the Sondok area in Hamgyong Province, North Korea , toward northeast, toward the East Sea", the South Korea Defense Ministry said in a text to reporters. (more...)
Maryland governor confirms 3 coronavirus cases
- March 09, 2020
Three people in Montgomery County have tested positive for coronavirus , Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan (R) announced Thursday evening. Hogan will hold a news conference Thursday night with additional information . During a press conference, the governor declared a state of emergency in Maryland and encouraged Marylanders not to panic but to take the situation seriously and to stay informed. (more...)
- March 09, 2020
Three people in Montgomery County have tested positive for coronavirus , Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan (R) announced Thursday evening. Hogan will hold a news conference Thursday night with additional information . During a press conference, the governor declared a state of emergency in Maryland and encouraged Marylanders not to panic but to take the situation seriously and to stay informed. (more...)
Virus-stricken USA cruise ship heading for port
- March 08, 2020
They've occupied themselves by watching TV, reading and looking out the window. But she anxious about some of the other passengers. "And if I don't have the coronavirus , I need to get that found out sooner rather than later because every day we argue about where we [the ship] are going and what the protocols are going to be, my cancer is growing". (more...)
- March 08, 2020
They've occupied themselves by watching TV, reading and looking out the window. But she anxious about some of the other passengers. "And if I don't have the coronavirus , I need to get that found out sooner rather than later because every day we argue about where we [the ship] are going and what the protocols are going to be, my cancer is growing". (more...)
Trump refuses to halt rallies as coronavirus surges
- March 08, 2020
The virus has reached 30 U.S. states, with OR the latest to declare a state of emergency Sunday, and 60 million people in California and NY states under crisis measures. Organizers of the recent Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Maryland, which both Trump and Pence attended, said another attendee at the event had tested positive for the virus , and the Tampa Bay Times reported that some Florida military academy students with whom Pence met February 29 have a classmate who ... (more...)
- March 08, 2020
The virus has reached 30 U.S. states, with OR the latest to declare a state of emergency Sunday, and 60 million people in California and NY states under crisis measures. Organizers of the recent Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Maryland, which both Trump and Pence attended, said another attendee at the event had tested positive for the virus , and the Tampa Bay Times reported that some Florida military academy students with whom Pence met February 29 have a classmate who ... (more...)
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