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Federal workers helping evacuees lacked virus protection, whistleblower complaint says

March 02, 2020

The workers, who are employees of the HHS' Administration for Children and Families, at times worked alongside employees for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention who wore full hazmat suits, according to the whistleblower. Following their interactions with American evacuees, the federal workers were allowed to leave the bases and return to their duties without screening for potential infection, according to the whistleblower.

Biden: Bernie May Have Enthusiasm But That Doesn't Necessarily Translate to Votes

March 02, 2020

Sanders continues to hold poll leads in numerous Super Tuesday states - including the biggest prize, California - and he had double-digit leads in two nationwide surveys released Friday. By the numbers: The money came from 2.2 million individual donations, including more than 350,000 people who contributed to the campaign for the first time.

Motion to condemn Sanders’ pro-Castro comments quashed by Democrats

March 02, 2020

Vermont senator and Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders reiterated this Monday his partial defense of the Cuban revolution and Fidel Castro: "The truth is the truth", he said . It's especially tragic that Senator Sanders touted Castro's education initiatives, when in reality Castro's education policies served only to indoctrinate the Cuban people with communist ideology and anti-American sentiment through censorship and intimidation.

Sponsored talks on Nile dam bring no deal

Covid-19 cases hit 978 in Iran

March 01, 2020

Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar disclosed the latest case in Chicago while appearing on Sunday talk shows, but offered no further details. Egypt has reported only one case of the virus, a Chinese national, who the Egyptian government and the World Health Organization say has recovered.

South Korea reports 210 new coronavirus cases, raising total to 3736: KCDC

March 01, 2020

Tensions have been high between Tehran and Washington since 2018, when U.S. President Donald Trump pulled out from a 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and six major powers and reimposed sanctions which have battered the Islamic Republic's economy.

Mainland China adds 573 coronavirus infections in week's highest daily rise

March 01, 2020

All but one of the 35 deaths were in Hubei province, whose capital Wuhan is the epicenter of the outbreak. The official China News wire service reported that 233 of the Wuhan cases were reported from the city's prison system. The World Health Organization's latest figures released on Friday show 83,654 confirmed cases worldwide and has increased the risk assessment level of the the virus to the organization's highest level.

Trump crouches behind CPAC podium to mock Bloomberg's height

March 01, 2020

Republican Mr Trump this week said the coronavirus risk to Americans remained "very low", but he has been increasingly alarmed by the reaction of the U.S. The United States has imposed new limits on travelers who have visited Iran and recommended against travel to hard-hit areas of Italy and South Korea.

United States surgeon general urges people to stop buying face masks

March 01, 2020

The US has about 60 confirmed cases. Gov. Kate Brown of OR said that she expects more cases and that her state may take more aggressive action if the outbreak gets more severe. "While we still hope for the best, we continue to prepare for this virus to become widespread in the United States". The school is being closed to allow officials to investigate and warn employees and families of children who attend the school about next steps.

Singapore probes local chapter of sect linked to South Korea outbreak

March 01, 2020

The virus has been detected in 58 countries, although the World Health Organization said on Friday that there was still a chance of containing the virus if its chain of transmission were broken. The city's streets have been deserted for days , apart from long queues to buy masks, according to AFP. In the United States, health officials reported three more cases of the new coronavirus transmitted to people who did not travel overseas or come in contact with anyone known to be ill, ...

First US Coronavirus Death Confirmed

March 01, 2020

State and King County health officials said "new people (have been) identified with the infection, one of whom died". The Washington Department of Health described the deceased patient as a man in his 50s who had underlying health conditions.

Coronavirus: UK schools could be closed for two months, expert warns

March 01, 2020

PEOPLE in Powys who may have travelled back from areas badly hit by the Coronavirus are being reminded they should contact NHS Direct Wales following the first confirmed case in Wales. Public Health England is working with Surrey County Council to contact people who had "close contact" with the Haslemere coronavirus case. Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who is due to chair an emergency Cobra committee meeting on Monday, said preparing for an outbreak in the United Kingdom was now the ...

Iran dismisses 'rumors' as virus deaths jump to 43

March 01, 2020

Reader comments posted on this Web site are not in any way endorsed by Manila Standard. Countries on three continents reported their first cases of the coronavirus on February 28, including Azerbaijan, Belarus, Lithuania, Nigeria, the Netherlands, and New Zealand.

Slovak PM concedes defeat in parliamentary election

March 01, 2020

The general election, through proportional representation, follows a presidential vote past year. OLANO leader Igor Matovic has pledged to clean up politics , an ambition encapsulated in his party's slogan: " Let's Beat the Mafia Together ".

China's Coronavirus Deaths Reach 2,870, Confirmed Cases Surge to 79,824

March 01, 2020

Mexico, Nigeria, New Zealand, Lithuania, Belarus and Azerbaijan reported their first cases , all with travel history connected to epicentres in Italy and Iran. Despite anxieties about a wider outbreak in the U.S., Trump has defended measures taken and lashed out Friday at Democrats who have questioned his handling of the threat, calling their criticism a new "hoax" meant to undermine his leadership.

Tom Steyer Drops Out of the Democratic Primary

March 01, 2020

Although the billionaire is no longer in the running for the Democratic nomination, Steyer said he would absolutely support whoever the Democrats choose as their nominee. His wife relocated to the state for the duration of his campaign, and he spent nearly $24 million on TV advertising - more than all the other candidates combined - in his quest for his first top finish in four contests, targeting minority-owned media in particular with a half-million-dollar spend on black radio.

SC primary: Bernie Sanders' win streak comes to end | FULL SPEECH

March 01, 2020

Mr Sanders spent Saturday afternoon campaigning in downtown Boston, the heart of liberal ally Elizabeth Warren's political territory, after previously acknowledging he did not expect to win in SC. They spent Saturday assessing the impact of Biden's win. The ads will not be running on television in California, the biggest delegate prize on Super Tuesday.

World Health Organization raises global risk alert to 'very high', but no pandemic yet

March 01, 2020

Mexico, Nigeria, Estonia, Denmark, the Netherlands and Lithuania reported their first cases on Thursday and Friday, all with travel history connected to Italy - the worst-affected European country. Streets were deserted in the city of Sapporo on Japan's northernmost main island of Hokkaido, where a state of emergency was issued until mid-March.

Coronavirus Outbreak: Over 70 Nations Restricting Entry From South Korea

March 01, 2020

Stock markets around the world fell for a fifth day amid growing concern about the outbreak. Across all of Italy , more than 400 people have contracted the disease and 12 have died - the worst contagion so far recorded in Europe. "It is time to be prepared - fully prepared", UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said. Japan's government is also asking businesses and other employers to give wide latitude to their employees, both to allow them to take leave if they feel ill and to ...

Bloomberg in South Carolina: Not on the ballot and not liked

March 01, 2020

Exit polls indicate Clyburn's backing was an important factor for about half of the primary voters - and probably one of the reasons Biden posted such a dominating performance among the state's black voters. "Nobody wins them all ", he told a cheering crowd in Virginia, one of 14 states to vote next week. There were 54 delegates at stake in SC - more than any of the other first three states.

S. Korea reports 376 new virus cases, total exceeds 3500

March 01, 2020

Several high-ranking officials, including a vice minister, the deputy health minister and five lawmakers, have tested positive for the virus as the outbreak forced Iran's clerical rulers to close the parliament and impose internal travel bans.

US ‘Concerned’ by Arrest of Hong Kong Publisher

March 01, 2020

Lai, a self-made multi-millionaire who has really been a significant financial client of Hong Kong's pro-democracy motion, was gotten by cops at his home on Friday, Cable and TVB News reported . Lai, Lee and Yeung may not be reached quickly for comment. Hong Kong broadcaster TVB showed police on the platform of Prince Edward subway station swinging batons at passengers who backed into one end of a train auto behind umbrellas.

US female ex-mayor sentenced to three years for fraud

March 01, 2020

Federal prosecutors said she used the funds to buy and renovate a second home in Baltimore . "Outside the courthouse, Pugh again apologized to the people of Baltimore , stating "nobody loves Baltimore more than I do". "It was a very serious matter for the entire city but I think that we can get on to the prospect of healing, now look to the future", he said. In a video address submitted to the court on Wednesday, Pugh, who resigned last May , apologized "to the citizens, to young ...

Coronavirus: Global risk raised to highest level as more countries affected

March 01, 2020

Nigeria recorded first case of the virus on Friday and at least 28 persons have been quarantined in Ogun State where the infected Italian had contact with several persons. The 594 cases in the last 24 hours have taken its tally to 2,931. "We now have requested you to chorus from collaborating in public occasions, together with a non secular gathering or protest, this weekend", Vice well being minister Kim Kang-lip instructed a briefing.

Coronavirus: 594 New Persons Test Positive In South Korea

February 29, 2020

That excludes more than 700 infections and five more deaths from the quarantined cruise liner Diamond Princess, docked in Yokohama. Georgia has two cases of the coronovirus, Azerbaijan has one. "We have asked you to refrain from taking part in public events, including a religious gathering or protest, this weekend", Vice Health Minister Kim Kang-lip said.

Boris Johnson and Carrie Symonds engaged and expecting baby

February 29, 2020

Carrie became the first unmarried partner of a sitting Prime Minister to live on Downing Street a year ago, with the pair since adopting an adorable dog Dilyn. Their romantic relationship came to light in September 2018 when news broke that Ms Wheeler had left Mr Johnson and was to divorce him after 25 years of marriage.

Sanders Says Trump 'Misleading' Public on Coronavirus, Pence Unqualified to Head Response

February 29, 2020

Pence, who was named the Trump administration's point man on the public health crisis earlier this week, attempted to strike a comforting note. Former U.S. The president's decision to appoint Pence to lead the coronavirus response came after several days in which his aides grappled with whether to name a "coronavirus czar".

Trump accuses Democrats of 'hoax' for criticizing virus plan

February 29, 2020

Trump claims that Democratic opponents are exaggerating the gloom and not giving the White House its due for the efficacy of its response, saying, "while they were working on impeachment, we were working on doing this". A vaccine may take up to 18 months to develop, health officials have said. How anxious should United States more than coronavirus? Stock markets around the world plunged again Friday.

House Dems Seek Interviews With Prosecutors Key To DOJ Interference Claims

February 29, 2020

Attorney John Durham, who is conducting a probe of the origins of the Russian Federation probe, will "name names" of people who abused the FISA court systems and will recommend penalties that Barr can enforce. Federal Judge Amy Berman Jackson in DC ultimately sentenced Stone to 40 months in the slammer, and Stone sought a new trial in a motion Jackson has yet to rule on.

British man dies from coronavirus in Japan

February 29, 2020

The coronavirus-hit cruise ship was put under quarantine in Yokohama in early February after a man who disembarked in Hong Kong was found to have the virus. "Our sympathies and thoughts are with his family at this hard time". Those who remain in Japan are required to undergo an additional quarantine period in accordance with the country's protocol.

'Absolutely dangerous': Biden slams Trump's claim coronavirus is a hoax

February 29, 2020

They don't have a clue. "The Democrats are politicizing the coronavirus", he said , the news outlet reported. They tried the impeachment hoax. Trump provided an update on the virus after the first reported US death Saturday, of a woman he described as being in her late 50s and having a high medical risk.

California reports second coronavirus case of unknown origin

February 29, 2020

Santa Clara County health officials said the patient is an older adult woman with chronic health conditions. In neighbouring OR, authorities said on Friday an adult who had had contact with people at an elementary school had been hospitalised and was also considered "presumptive positive".

Storm Jorge's turn this weekend

February 29, 2020

Pontypridd, which was also flooded two weeks ago, and the Ely area of Cardiff are among the worst affected areas. Residents have been advised to stay indoors amid winds of up to 70mph and warnings that water levels could rise further. Met Eireann issued a Status Yellow wind warning for Limerick from Saturday 9am until Sunday 3am. A weather warning for severe gales and coastal overtopping will come into force this weekend.

World Health Organization raises global risk from coronavirus to "very high"

February 29, 2020

The United States has urged its citizens to reconsider travel to Italy due to the outbreak there. "The coronavirus now looks like a pandemic". The country's top airline said it also planned to expand these procedures to other routes. Iran's vice president for women and family affairs has also tested positive for the virus.

FBI raids Canadian fashion mogul following sex abuse claims

February 29, 2020

A spokesman for the Southern District of NY confirmed to AFP that the raids occurred at the Nygard building in Times Square without providing any further details. Nygard Companies spokesperson Ken Frydman said the accusations are a result of an ongoing feud with American investor Louis Bacon. On Sunday, the Times detailed how Nygard's long-running dispute with his billionaire Bahamas neighbor Louis Bacon had led to the lawsuit.

The Coronavirus Arrives in Oregon

February 29, 2020

Many state and local laboratories have been unable to test for the virus until recent days, because of a problem with a test developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . The county's move was largely tied to the furor over the Fairview proposal, officials said. A woman wears a mask on Wall Street near the New York Stock Exchange in New York on February 28, 2020.

Boy 'shot by babysitter' while taking selfies with weapon

February 29, 2020

The child was taken to the hospital in critical condition, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez tweeted . The Harris County Sheriff's Office did not immediately respond to PEOPLE's request for comment. No vital organs were struck and he is expected to survive. Once on the scene, deputies discovered that Smith accidentally discharged the firearm, striking her nephew.

Snow squall warning in effect: Environment Canada

February 29, 2020

Environment Canada cautions drivers that conditions could be unsafe and asks that they consider postponing non-essential travel until the weather passes. "Intense snowfall" and strong winds are forecast to blast through Hamilton Friday, reducing visibility and affecting the afternoon commute. A special weather statement has been issued as Toronto and the surrounding areas may see snow squalls this afternoon, according to Environment Canada.

Los Angeles sheriff searches for stolen hearse - with a body inside

February 29, 2020

The vehicle was stolen on Wednesday when another body was being transported from the SUV and the keys were left inside near St. Anthony Greek Orthodox Church in Pasadena, the sheriff's department told NBC Los Angeles . Police said they had taken the driver into custody following the crash. Los Angeles police officers pursued the hearse on the freeway until it crashed around 7:45 a.m.

Chinese destroyer fired a laser at US aircraft, Navy says

February 29, 2020

As my colleague Franz-Stefan Gady discussed on Friday , a Poseidon P-8A maritime surveillance aircraft belonging to the U.S. Navy was targeted with what U.S. The P-8A is based out of Jacksonville, Fla., and is forward-deployed to Kadena Air Force Base in Okinawa, Japan. A sailor assigned to the Grey Knights of Patrol Squadron (VP) 46 signals the pilot in the flight station of a P-8A Poseidon during a pre-flight check on October 23, 2019 in Washington.

India evacuates one Nepali, others from quarantined cruise ship in Japan

February 29, 2020

A spokeswoman for Princess Cruises, which operates the Diamond Princess ship said, "All of us at Princess Cruises, including the crew of Diamond Princess , offer our honest condolences to family members and friends for their loss". "The Cabinet has decided on this course of action after due consideration of the circumstances and following several requests from the families of South Africans in the city", the Presidency said in a statement.

Woman confirmed as coronavirus case for 2nd time, weeks after initial recovery

February 29, 2020

The authorities revealed that this is the first case of such repeated diagnosis in Japan amid the growing concerns about the spreading of the virus in the country. "And then you can get an exacerbation if it finds its way into the lungs". He said much remained unknown about COVID-19. "I'm not sure that this isn't bi-phasic, like anthrax", he stated, that means the illness seems to go away earlier than recurring.

Coronavirus cases jump to 400 in Italy

February 29, 2020

Lombardy said that on average each patient was infecting two other people. His case anxious French authorities, because he was one of two new patients who tested positive for the virus in France this week who had not travelled to a "risk zone", according authorities in his home region north of Paris.

Donald Trump Nominates Controversial Ally as Intelligence Chief

February 29, 2020

Trump wrote that he would have "completed process earlier", but that Ratcliffe "wanted to wait until after IG Report was finished", referring to a December report by the Justice Department inspector general on the investigation of possible Trump campaign collusion with Russian Federation.

Leap Day proposals: The story behind the Irish tradition

February 29, 2020

There are exceptions, such as 1900 and 2100, both multiples of four, yet neither a leap year . In Greece, for example, marriage in a leap year is considered unlucky, with one in five engaged couples in Greece avoiding getting married in a leap year .

Rand falters as public wage cuts may not save SA's credit rating

February 29, 2020

Moody's is due to review South Africa's credit rating next month. Moody's had already lowered its economic growth forecast to 0.7% for 2020 from 1%, which sent a message that it was not holding out much hope for the budget. Mboweni said in an annual budget speech to parliament that South Africa was determined to rein in the deficit within the three-year budget framework.

20000 join Thunberg in school strike for climate justice

February 29, 2020

The Swede went on to join protesters, including school pupils, on a march through Bristol city centre accompanied by a samba band. The 17-year-old was headline speaker at the Bristol Youth Strike 4 Climate on College Green in the city, which she said she chose to visit because the environmental movement there was "very strong".

Japan to close schools nationwide to control spread of virus

February 29, 2020

The unidentified man's death is the latest linked to infections on the Diamond Princess cruise ship , where more than 700 other people tested positive for the illness . "I'm really angry about this decision, which won't do anything to protect children", one mother of two told AFP , speaking on condition of anonymity.

United Kingdom ready to walk away from talks with European Union by June

February 29, 2020

The government seeks to have a draft outline of the trade deal by June, so as to finalise the deal by September, as it will not extend the transition period. Brussels said it wants to ensure there are no "unfair competitive advantages" between the two so a future trade deal should include "corresponding high standards over time" using the EU's rules "as a reference point".

South Korea tries to screen thousands of religious sect members for Coronavirus

February 29, 2020

According to the Financial Times, all garrisons were placed under lockdown, including Camp Humphreys located 70km (43,5 miles) from South Korea's capital Seoul, which is the largest USA base on foreign soil. China's National Health Commission reported on Friday at least 44 new deaths from the coronavirus infection as of the end of Thursday , bringing to 2,788 the number of fatalities nationwide.

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