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Grant increases, food vouchers in R500bn stimulus package
- April 22, 2020
R50 billion will go towards relieving the plight of those who are most desperately affected by the coronavirus. This includes pensioners, the unemployed and recipients of child grants. The president expressed concern over food security. "The coronavirus pandemic requires an economic response equal to the scale of the disruption it's causing", Ramaphosa said. (more...)
- April 22, 2020
R50 billion will go towards relieving the plight of those who are most desperately affected by the coronavirus. This includes pensioners, the unemployed and recipients of child grants. The president expressed concern over food security. "The coronavirus pandemic requires an economic response equal to the scale of the disruption it's causing", Ramaphosa said. (more...)
Trump agrees to help NY double coronavirus testing, says governor
- April 22, 2020
Trump has said it should be left to the states. Cuomo and Trump are scheduled to meet in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington at 4 p.m. Cuomo said he was well aware of the move and was pressed by his daughters on why he didn't do the same. (more...)
- April 22, 2020
Trump has said it should be left to the states. Cuomo and Trump are scheduled to meet in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington at 4 p.m. Cuomo said he was well aware of the move and was pressed by his daughters on why he didn't do the same. (more...)
West Virginia counties pick up passing grades & better in air quality report
- April 22, 2020
These deadly spikes were driven in large part by smoke from major wildfires in 2018, especially in California, and some locations also saw spikes from woodsmoke from heating homes. The Harvard study has not yet been peer reviewed but Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich chair of epidemiology Air pollution linked to raised Covid-19 death riskProf Annette Peters told BBC News its findings "are in line with earlier reports on hospitalisation and mortality due to pneumonia". (more...)
- April 22, 2020
These deadly spikes were driven in large part by smoke from major wildfires in 2018, especially in California, and some locations also saw spikes from woodsmoke from heating homes. The Harvard study has not yet been peer reviewed but Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich chair of epidemiology Air pollution linked to raised Covid-19 death riskProf Annette Peters told BBC News its findings "are in line with earlier reports on hospitalisation and mortality due to pneumonia". (more...)
USS America, two other ships operate in South China Sea amid standoff
- April 22, 2020
China's actions threaten regional energy security and undermine the free and open Indo-Pacific energy market, it said. That followed State and Defense Department statements strongly critical of China's recent activities in the South China Sea, particularly the April 2 sinking of a Vietnamese fishing vessel in a confrontation with a China Coast Guard ship. (more...)
- April 22, 2020
China's actions threaten regional energy security and undermine the free and open Indo-Pacific energy market, it said. That followed State and Defense Department statements strongly critical of China's recent activities in the South China Sea, particularly the April 2 sinking of a Vietnamese fishing vessel in a confrontation with a China Coast Guard ship. (more...)
Doubts cast over the exit date of controversial Ruby Princess cruise ship
- April 22, 2020
Princess Cruises has been accused of knowing about outbreaks of Covid-19 during the past two voyages of the Ruby Princess cruise ship, according to a lawsuit filed in the United States. The action alleges the company was aware of a coronavirus outbreak on the ship but failed to take precautionary measures. In the lawsuit, it is claimed that the cruise line "recklessly" continued with the voyage despite an outbreak on an earlier cruise. (more...)
- April 22, 2020
Princess Cruises has been accused of knowing about outbreaks of Covid-19 during the past two voyages of the Ruby Princess cruise ship, according to a lawsuit filed in the United States. The action alleges the company was aware of a coronavirus outbreak on the ship but failed to take precautionary measures. In the lawsuit, it is claimed that the cruise line "recklessly" continued with the voyage despite an outbreak on an earlier cruise. (more...)
Coronavirus could double number facing acute hunger
- April 22, 2020
WFP chief economist Arif Husain said that the economic impact of the pandemic is a hammer blow for millions who can only eat if they earn a wage and called for large-scale support from worldwide community. The increase by more than 20 million people takes it to a record level in the four years the report has been compiled. The increase was due to conflicts, economic shocks and weather-related events such as drought. (more...)
- April 22, 2020
WFP chief economist Arif Husain said that the economic impact of the pandemic is a hammer blow for millions who can only eat if they earn a wage and called for large-scale support from worldwide community. The increase by more than 20 million people takes it to a record level in the four years the report has been compiled. The increase was due to conflicts, economic shocks and weather-related events such as drought. (more...)
Turkey's Coronavirus Cases Overtake Iran, Highest in Middle East
- April 22, 2020
The total number of cases in the country stood at 78,546, he said. Health Minister Fahrettin Koca said 121 more people have died of COVID-19, with total deaths standing at 1,890. Almost 600,000 people have been tested so far, according to the figures. He said a peak would be reached in the number of cases in coming days. While people infected with the coronavirus often experience mild or moderate symptoms, possible complications like pneumonia can put their lives at risk. (more...)
- April 22, 2020
The total number of cases in the country stood at 78,546, he said. Health Minister Fahrettin Koca said 121 more people have died of COVID-19, with total deaths standing at 1,890. Almost 600,000 people have been tested so far, according to the figures. He said a peak would be reached in the number of cases in coming days. While people infected with the coronavirus often experience mild or moderate symptoms, possible complications like pneumonia can put their lives at risk. (more...)
Wuhan maximum security lab chief denies it is source of coronavirus
- April 22, 2020
In a radio interview with Hugh Hewitt, Pompeo said that Chinese authorities have barred the world's scientists from entering the laboratory to determine whether the deadly pathogen originated from there. He said that "it might be the U.S. army who brought the epidemic to Wuhan". Filippa Lentzos, biosecurity researcher at King's College London, said while there is now no proof for the lab accident theory, there is also "no real evidence" that the virus came from the wet market. (more...)
- April 22, 2020
In a radio interview with Hugh Hewitt, Pompeo said that Chinese authorities have barred the world's scientists from entering the laboratory to determine whether the deadly pathogen originated from there. He said that "it might be the U.S. army who brought the epidemic to Wuhan". Filippa Lentzos, biosecurity researcher at King's College London, said while there is now no proof for the lab accident theory, there is also "no real evidence" that the virus came from the wet market. (more...)
Italy looks to start reopening in May
- April 22, 2020
In a Facebook post, Conte wrote: 'Many citizens are exhausted of the efforts that have been made so far and would like a significant loosening of these measures, or even their total abolition. 'We have to reopen on the basis of policy that takes into consideration all the details and cuts across all the data. A serious policy, scientific, ' Conte wrote. (more...)
- April 22, 2020
In a Facebook post, Conte wrote: 'Many citizens are exhausted of the efforts that have been made so far and would like a significant loosening of these measures, or even their total abolition. 'We have to reopen on the basis of policy that takes into consideration all the details and cuts across all the data. A serious policy, scientific, ' Conte wrote. (more...)
Governors Want More Tests Before Reopening
- April 22, 2020
And Trump's newer antagonists include Maryland's Republican Gov. Larry Hogan , who ordered 500,000 coronavirus tests from South Korea after concluding there was insufficient testing capacity in the US or the Free State. We are dealing in the thing called November third of this year... Democratic Montana Gov. Steve Bullock said his state received 5,000 nasal swabs on Monday from FEMA - evidence the federal government is listening. (more...)
- April 22, 2020
And Trump's newer antagonists include Maryland's Republican Gov. Larry Hogan , who ordered 500,000 coronavirus tests from South Korea after concluding there was insufficient testing capacity in the US or the Free State. We are dealing in the thing called November third of this year... Democratic Montana Gov. Steve Bullock said his state received 5,000 nasal swabs on Monday from FEMA - evidence the federal government is listening. (more...)
Pennsylvania's "Stay at Home" Order Extended Until May 8th
- April 22, 2020
He said the date is dependent on adequate personal protective equipment and diagnostic testing being available; monitoring and surveillance for containment or mitigation; and protections for vulnerable populations such as care facilities and prisons in place. (more...)
- April 22, 2020
He said the date is dependent on adequate personal protective equipment and diagnostic testing being available; monitoring and surveillance for containment or mitigation; and protections for vulnerable populations such as care facilities and prisons in place. (more...)
Speculations surround North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s health
- April 22, 2020
Mr Siracusa told Sky News "we have to very concerned about the fellow who's got his finger on the bomb". Western countries are believed to have very few, if any, intelligence assets in North Korea , one of the most secretive and oppressive countries in the world. (more...)
- April 22, 2020
Mr Siracusa told Sky News "we have to very concerned about the fellow who's got his finger on the bomb". Western countries are believed to have very few, if any, intelligence assets in North Korea , one of the most secretive and oppressive countries in the world. (more...)
A Louisiana pastor who defied orders and held services has been arrested
- April 22, 2020
Central Police in Baton Rouge issued the warrant on Monday based on video evidence from an incident on Sunday, TMZ reported. Records from the sheriff's office indicate that Spell was released on bond of $5,000. he will never surrender to authorities. He shoots people obscene finger gestures and shouts vulgarities, ' though Bennett denies the allegations. "I was pulling in from my bus route, picking up black children who haven't eaten because of this sinister policy that has closed ... (more...)
- April 22, 2020
Central Police in Baton Rouge issued the warrant on Monday based on video evidence from an incident on Sunday, TMZ reported. Records from the sheriff's office indicate that Spell was released on bond of $5,000. he will never surrender to authorities. He shoots people obscene finger gestures and shouts vulgarities, ' though Bennett denies the allegations. "I was pulling in from my bus route, picking up black children who haven't eaten because of this sinister policy that has closed ... (more...)
UK Government Starts Human Coronavirus Vaccine Trials Thursday
- April 22, 2020
The Government has just announced that following an accelerated trial from Oxford University's vaccine development, they will begin human trials. One member of the Oxford team said that if human trials are successful, millions of vaccine doses will be distributed for use by the Fall of this year - representing a breakthrough that could mean the start of the global community's slow emergence from the oppressive rule of the COVID-19 outbreak which has as of writing claimed 175,000 lives and ... (more...)
- April 22, 2020
The Government has just announced that following an accelerated trial from Oxford University's vaccine development, they will begin human trials. One member of the Oxford team said that if human trials are successful, millions of vaccine doses will be distributed for use by the Fall of this year - representing a breakthrough that could mean the start of the global community's slow emergence from the oppressive rule of the COVID-19 outbreak which has as of writing claimed 175,000 lives and ... (more...)
Covid-19: Inmate at Worcester prison tests positive
- April 22, 2020
It's unclear if the apparent conspiracy theorist, who is survived by his wife and their two adult sons, had any health conditions that could have contributed to his death, but he did battle cancer in the '80s, according to his obituary. Responding to an increasing number of coronavirus cases diagnosed among inmates and staff at correctional facilities across the state, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced plans to expand testing procedures at three institutions reporting the highest incidence ... (more...)
- April 22, 2020
It's unclear if the apparent conspiracy theorist, who is survived by his wife and their two adult sons, had any health conditions that could have contributed to his death, but he did battle cancer in the '80s, according to his obituary. Responding to an increasing number of coronavirus cases diagnosed among inmates and staff at correctional facilities across the state, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced plans to expand testing procedures at three institutions reporting the highest incidence ... (more...)
Singapore extends lockdown until June 1
- April 22, 2020
Adding that most of us have played our part and complied with Circuit Breaker measures, PM Lee said that the number of new cases in the local community has levelled off to below 30 cases daily. "This is the way to protect yourself, your family and everyone else", said Mr Lee. He added that their health and livelihood will be taken care of and that the government will work with their employers to ensure that they are paid. (more...)
- April 22, 2020
Adding that most of us have played our part and complied with Circuit Breaker measures, PM Lee said that the number of new cases in the local community has levelled off to below 30 cases daily. "This is the way to protect yourself, your family and everyone else", said Mr Lee. He added that their health and livelihood will be taken care of and that the government will work with their employers to ensure that they are paid. (more...)
Pelosi admits delaying additional funds for coronavirus small-business loans
- April 21, 2020
Speaking to CNN's Anderson Cooper Monday evening, Pelosi (D-Calif.) said that after being asked by Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin for Congress to approve $250 billion to replenish the Paycheck Protection Program, she requested "data on how that [money] is spent". (more...)
- April 21, 2020
Speaking to CNN's Anderson Cooper Monday evening, Pelosi (D-Calif.) said that after being asked by Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin for Congress to approve $250 billion to replenish the Paycheck Protection Program, she requested "data on how that [money] is spent". (more...)
United Nations says global hunger could double due to COVID-19 blow
- April 21, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic could nearly double the number of people suffering acute hunger, pushing it to more than a quarter of a billion by the end of 2020, the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) warned today as it and other partners released a new report on food crises around the world. (more...)
- April 21, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic could nearly double the number of people suffering acute hunger, pushing it to more than a quarter of a billion by the end of 2020, the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) warned today as it and other partners released a new report on food crises around the world. (more...)
Coronavirus pandemic ‘amplifies press freedom threats’
- April 21, 2020
The report, titled Entering A Decisive Decade For Journalism, Exacerbated By Coronavirus , said China and Iran - in 177th and 173rd place, respectively - were censoring major coronavirus outbreaks. The report acknowledges the United Kingdom government's role in promoting media freedom globally, but said its efforts were undermined by the killing of journalist Lyra McKee , threats to the safety of reporters in Northern Ireland, and the detention of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange, who faces ... (more...)
- April 21, 2020
The report, titled Entering A Decisive Decade For Journalism, Exacerbated By Coronavirus , said China and Iran - in 177th and 173rd place, respectively - were censoring major coronavirus outbreaks. The report acknowledges the United Kingdom government's role in promoting media freedom globally, but said its efforts were undermined by the killing of journalist Lyra McKee , threats to the safety of reporters in Northern Ireland, and the detention of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange, who faces ... (more...)
People 'exposed to pollution risk Covid-19 infections'
- April 21, 2020
Higher air pollution could be linked to increased deaths and cases of coronavirus in England, a preliminary study suggests. A similar study at Harvard University found death rates were 15 per cent higher in global regions with high pollution, as the World Health Organization warned countries in Latin America, Africa and Asia with poor air quality to take it into account when planning their virus response. (more...)
- April 21, 2020
Higher air pollution could be linked to increased deaths and cases of coronavirus in England, a preliminary study suggests. A similar study at Harvard University found death rates were 15 per cent higher in global regions with high pollution, as the World Health Organization warned countries in Latin America, Africa and Asia with poor air quality to take it into account when planning their virus response. (more...)
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