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3 fresh cases take TN Covid-19 total to 15

March 25, 2020

Registered pavement hawkers will also get Rs 1,000 assistance while people who have worked under the Mahatma Gandhi Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme this month will get two-day additional special wages, he said. "In case of beneficiaries who do not want to avail the cash support of ₹1,000 and commodities issued at free of cost, they can register their option on the website (www.tnads.pov.in) or mobile app (tnepds app) by indicating their card number, which will automatically lock PDS data ...

Some Central Americans awaiting US asylum to be…

March 25, 2020

EOIR said Monday that any individual with a hearing date through April 22 should still present themselves at their designated port of entry on their previously scheduled date "to receive a tear sheet and hearing notice containing their new hearing dates".

Italian politicians ‘lose their s**t’ over virus lockdowns

March 25, 2020

Where the f**k are you all going? He then attacks one of the most common excuses in Italy for breaching quarantine: to walk a dog. "Where are you going with these dogs which must have inflamed prostates?" "I stopped and told him, 'Look this is not a movie, '" Falcomatà said.

New Zealand Declares National Emergency, Begins 4-Week Lockdown

March 25, 2020

We will have a lag and cases will increase for the next week or so. With another record amount of COVID-19 cases identified, the New Zealand government has been granted extraordinary operating powers to implement a nationwide lockdown .

United Kingdom government failed to act on its own alert messaging advice

March 25, 2020

The messages have been sent out by mobile operators on behalf of the government and so will appear on devices at different times - rather than to the whole country in one go. Because the United Kingdom does not have an emergency alert system, network operators are sending out the text on behalf of the Government, resulting in it arriving at different times.

Spain`s coronavirus death toll surpass 1,300; close to 25,000 infections: Health ministry

March 25, 2020

In neighbouring Portugal , authorities reported on Saturday morning that the country's death toll had doubled to 12 overnight and the numbers of cases had risen to 1280 from 1059. Madrid and Barcelona announced they would set up field hospitals in their biggest exhibition halls to deal with the anticipated growth in the number of patients.

Coronavirus: Prince Charles tests positive, displaying 'mild symptoms'

March 25, 2020

Charles inherited Birkhall from his grandmother when she died in 2002, and often spends summers there with his wife the Duchess of Cornwall . The statement said: "The Prince of Wales has tested positive for coronavirus ". Medical advice is that it is unlikely to escalate into a more serious case. Prince Charles has been seen adopting the namaste greeting instead of shaking hands.

White House calls for 14-day quarantine for all leaving NY

March 25, 2020

President Trump and the White House coronavirus task force urged people who have left NY in recent days to self-quarantine for 14 days to prevent the spread of coronavirus, during a briefing Tuesday evening. "The idea, if you look at the statistics, it's disturbing". DeSantis said that immediately after New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo issued the shelter-in-place order, residents hopped on flights to Florida.

Researcher jailed in Iran is free and returning home

March 25, 2020

Their trial had been due to start on March 3 but was postponed. France has released an Iranian engineer Jalal Ruhollah Nejad, who had been in French prisons for more than a year, after declining the USA demand to extradite him. Marchal's colleague, French-Iranian Fariba Adelkhah , remains in prison in Tehran. "We welcome relief that the coming of Roland Marchal at Paris after almost nine months of arbitrary detention in very harsh circumstances" Professor Jean-François Bayart, a part of ...

Saudi Arabia reports first death from coronavirus, Kingdom’s tally rise to 767

March 25, 2020

Out of the 205 new cases, 82 were recorded in Jeddah , 69 in Riyadh , 12 in Al-Baha, eight cases each in Bisha and Najran, six cases each in Abha, Qatif and Dammam, three in Jazan, two cases each in Al-Khobar and Dhahran, and one case in Madinah.

The US has the Potential to Become the New Epicenter of Infection

March 25, 2020

Over the past 24 hours, 85% of new cases worldwide were from Europe and the US, WHO spokeswoman Margaret Harris told reporters. When she was further asked if the USA can become the new epicentre, Harris replied that the United Nations health agency is now "seeing a very large acceleration in cases in the US".

Leo Varadkar issues emergency coronavirus crackdown in Ireland as disease grips nation

March 25, 2020

These include theatres, clubs, gyms, leisure centres, hairdressers, betting offices, marts, markets, casinos, bingo halls, libraries, and other similar outlets. "The Gardai will increase interventions where venues are not complying with or groups of people are not complying with social distancing", he said.

Spanish soldiers find elderly people dead and abandoned in retirement homes

March 25, 2020

An investigation has been launched, the general prosecutor announced. The order appeared to be issued in reaction to reports in Spanish media that quoted the country's defense minister as saying that a care home for elderly citizens was found to have a body or bodies that weren't being moved out.

Kentucky 'coronavirus party' guest tests positive for COVID-19, governor says

March 25, 2020

Beshear did not provide details on Tuesday of when and where the " coronavirus party" took place and how many people were present or what happened at the event. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear , shown here at his election party, had harsh words for those holding "coronavirus parties". And the virus seems to be affecting young people in the United States more than it has in China.

Gunmen attack Sikh religious gathering in Kabul, killing 4

March 25, 2020

The United States last month struck a deal with the Taliban on the withdrawal of USA -led worldwide troops but the agreement does not include Islamic State militants. It was not immediately clear how many attackers there were or who they were. Later he heard the sounds of explosions, adding that he believes they were hand grenades.

Fifth coronavirus case confirmed from Forsyth County, 620 in Georgia; 25 deaths

March 25, 2020

Three Missourians have died from COVID-19, including two women whose deaths were announced by officials on Friday: a woman in her 60s in St. Louis County and a woman in her 80s from Jackson County . Readers have been asking where specifically in counties these cases are taking place, but the DPH numbers aren't that granular. 46 cases are still unknown.

French coronavirus death toll tops 1000, lockdown likely to be extended

March 25, 2020

The number of confirmed cases in the country rose by over 1,500 over the previous day, with 16,018 people infected with the virus. In a phone call with Boris Johnson on Friday, Macron reportedly informed the British prime minister that should the United Kingdom continue with its lax policy on coronavirus, France would be forced to shut off travel from the UK.

Tsunami warnings after magnitude 7.8 quake off Russia`s Kuril islands

March 25, 2020

He retweeted a link from the U.S. National Tsunami Warning Center that said the agency is working to determine the threat. The quake hit at a depth of 59km (37 miles), around 1,400km north-east of the Japanese city of Sapporo, USGS added.

India puts 1.3bn people under unprecedented lockdown

March 25, 2020

Mr Modi asserting that the tough measure is necessary for a decisive battle against the coronavirus outbreak. "Every state, every union territory, every district, every village, and every locality is being put under lockdown". Citing statistics on the geometric progression of the disease, he said if the world touched 1 lakh cases in 67 days, the count would reach 2 lakh cases in 11 days and 3 lakh in four days.

Congress homes in on huge rescue for virus-hit U.S. economy

March 25, 2020

After Democrats in the Senate blocked a more streamlined form of the bill from moving forward for the second time on Monday, their counterparts in the House introduced a competing text, running to over 1,100 pages, which included a host of controversial Democratic policies - appalling the GOP and, apparently, the president.

Coronavirus: Trump calls for quick end to U.S. lockdown

March 25, 2020

The president's calls to restart the American economy come less than two weeks after he declared a national emergency over the COVID-19 outbreak. America ranks third in the number of cases, after China and Italy. Trump, meanwhile, has insisted that the US production of equipment needed to meet the viral threat is proceeding apace. Lloyd Blankfein, the former CEO of Goldman Sachs, tweeted Sunday that "crushing the economy, jobs and morale is also a health issue-and beyond".

India will come under 21-day lockdown from Tuesday midnight, says Modi

March 25, 2020

Not only did the prime minister fail to mention concrete modalities on how the lockdown would allow for essential services and supplies to reach people, he left many people wondering whether all they would have to see themselves though till April 14 were the food and essentials already in their homes.

President Trump and FEMA chief contradict each other on Defense Production Act

March 25, 2020

He also said the administration will add some DPA language into federal contracts to obtain about 500 million protective masks. The moves comes as many states have complained about shortages and lack of availabilty of medical supplies, COVID-19 swabs and viles for testing among them.

People leaving NYC metro area urged to self-quarantine for 14 days

March 25, 2020

People fleeing New York City amid the coronavirus pandemic have been told to self-quarantine wherever they went for 14 days as White House officials sounded the alarm over the troubling spike in cases in the city . NY state accounted for 60 percent of all the new Covid-19 cases in the USA by Tuesday and nearly half the total cases, with 25,665 documented instances.

Boris Johnson Orders Three-Week Nationwide Lockdown

March 25, 2020

But even as the United Kingdom recorded its biggest single-day increase in COVID-19 deaths, photos Tuesday showed crowded trains on some London subway lines, amid confusion about who was still allowed to go to work. Despite the rising number of cases, the vast majority of people contracting the virus suffer mild symptoms before making a recovery. But for some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia.

133 from cruise ship in Australia tested positive

March 25, 2020

More than 700 of the ship's 3,700 passengers and crew later tested positive for the coronavirus, the study says. That sailing experienced an outbreak among passengers as well, and the Grand Princess was quarantined off the coast of San Francisco amid testing.

New York Auto Show venue becomes a field hospital for coronavirus surge

March 25, 2020

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said we are "not helpless bystanders" and we can still "change the trajectory of this pandemic". The US leader also said a clinical trial for the possible treatment of COVID-19 will begin in NY shortly, and has reiterated his belief that a combination of the anti-malaria drug hydroxychloroquine and the antibiotic azithromycin could see off the disease.

Holland America to Deploy Rotterdam to Rendezvous with Zaandam

March 25, 2020

The Zaandam, seen here during an earlier voyage, is now sailing toward Fort Lauderdale, Fla., with at least 42 guests and crew members experiencing influenza-like symptoms. · Meal service will be provided by room service until further notice. The cruise line has been keeping everyone updated including families of those who have been stranded on the cruise ship after not being able to leave the vessel in Argentina at the end of their 14-day voyage.

Lexington, Kentucky Distillery Responds to Coronavirus Crisis by Making Hand Sanitizer

March 25, 2020

The Columbus Fire Department is just one of more than 250 first-responder organizations to receive a big donation of hand sanitizer from a southern IN distillery. The hand sanitizer products made by distilleries are required to meet federal regulatory requirements, specifically products that contain a sufficient level of alcohol content to kill the coronavirus.

Texas' Dan Patrick: many seniors willing to sacrifice for economy

March 24, 2020

Even as Patrick made those comments, mayors of most of Texas' largest cities heeded the calls of most scientists, doctors and other health care professionals. Tucker asked if Patrick feared an economic collapse more than the killer virus. Still, if the President proceeds. you can count in grandpa Patrick, who says he's willing to risk dying - "We can't lose our whole country, we're having an economic collapse".

Trump to Kim Jong Un: We Can Help With Coronavirus

March 24, 2020

She said Trump explained that he wanted to "propel the relations between the two countries. and expressed his intent to render cooperation in the anti-epidemic work". Mr Trump has also endured a volatile relationship with Iran following the killing of Iranian major general Qasem Soleimani by USA forces in January.

India's prime minister decrees 21-day lockdown to curb virus

March 24, 2020

Before Modi's announcement today, officials had warned that people were not obeying government warnings to stay indoors. Rupam Bhattacharya, a member of the Cov-Ind-19 study group of researchers at the University of MI that's looking specifically into the coronavirus outbreak in India , said: "This pandemic is growing quick, and the only way we can cope with it is by keeping up with its pace by bringing rapid and strict precautionary measures into action".

Teen dies as strong natural disaster shakes Croatia

March 24, 2020

Some casualties were reported . GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences said the quake , which was felt across the Western Balkans, struck at a depth of 10km (six miles). Don't gather together". Croatia's Parliament Speaker Gordan Jandroković said that damage to the parliament building meant sessions would be postponed.

US could overtake Europe as coronavirus epicentre

March 24, 2020

Asked if the United States could become the new epicenter of the contagion, she replied, "We now see a very large acceleration of cases in the US. So it does have that potential". Mr Trump has indicated that despite the steep rises in case numbers he wants to take steps to ease the restrictions on people's behaviour. Over the past 24 hours, 85 per cent of new cases were from Europe and the United States, she told reporters.

Australia Bans All Overseas Travel

March 24, 2020

Tough measures have already been taken to reduce social gatherings, such as the closure of pubs and places of worship, but many schools remain open, unlike in other countries taking similar action to stop the virus spreading. "Going out for the basics, going out for an exercise, perhaps with your partner or family members, provided it's a small group, that's fine", he said.

United Nations chief urges global ceasefire to help fight COVID-19

March 24, 2020

For that reason, he calls for an immediate global cease-fire in all corners of the world. The U.N. chief said: "It is time to put armed conflict on lockdown and focus together on the true fight of our lives". In a message to warring parties, Guterres said "Pull back from hostilities". Guterres, who will participate in the meeting, said a coordinated stimulus package in the trillions of dollars "would include scaling up cash transfer measures, social protection, tax abatement, fiscal ...

Coronavirus: 30 states, UTs under complete lockdown

March 24, 2020

The Supreme Court on Monday directed all states and Union Territories to constitute high-level committees to consider releasing on parole or interim bail prisoners and undertrials for offences entailing up to 7-year jail term to decongest prisons in the wake of coronavirus pandemic.

Iran rejects USA coronavirus relief whilst sanctions remain

March 24, 2020

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has slammed Iran for blaming Washington for coronavirus and accused Tehran of putting "the rest of the world at risk", even as US sanctions keep sorely-needed medical supplies out of its reach. Tensions between Tehran and the Washington have spiked since President Trump withdrew the United States from the 2015 nuclear deal with world powers, which had imposed restrictions on its nuclear program in exchange for the lifting of worldwide sanctions.

Israel's Gantz holds out on power-sharing deal with Netanyahu

March 24, 2020

In a clue that the deal hasn't been fully sealed, Gantz responded to the interview by tweeting: "Whoever wants unity doesn't work with ultimatums, doesn't use biased leaks and certainly doesn't hurt democracy and citizens". Israel has detected almost 900 cases and reported its first death on Friday. The country has enacted some of the harshest measures to stem the spread of COVID-19.

"Enough is enough, go home and stay home", scolds Trudeau

March 24, 2020

Trudeau said across the country, people need to clearly understand that ignoring distancing protocols puts others at risk, from the elderly to essential workers. "That's part of, I think, the goal of the call", said Manitoba's Brian Pallister. "Just to clarify what resources the federal government will make available and on what basis, and how soon and so on".

Trump says coronavirus not Asian Americans' fault

March 24, 2020

Why it matters: The New York Times on Monday interviewed almost two dozen Asian Americans who said that they were afraid to leave their homes and have been yelled at or spit on in public during the coronavirus pandemic. US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Beijing's delay in sharing information about the virus had created risks for people worldwide. At the same time, Trump and his administration have angrily rejected attempts by some Chinese officials to blame the virus on the USA ...

Coronavirus cases in USA surpass 35,000, toll at 473 #49472

March 24, 2020

Johns Hopkins University has upgraded its COVID-19 tracking map to include local data from every city and county in the United States . The number of deaths from the coronavirus reached 5,000 on March 13 and had doubled by Friday, just one week later.

Has Hong Kong let its guard down with coronavirus?

March 24, 2020

Numerous cases were imported from overseas, as Hong Kong residents who had left - either to work or study abroad, or to seek safety when the city seemed destined for a major outbreak earlier this year - returned, bringing the virus back with them.

Coronavirus figures offer signs of hope for Italy that lockdown is working

March 24, 2020

In the United Kingdom, the number of people who have died from the disease the virus causes increased by 54, totalling 355, among 6,650 Covid-19 cases. Outside of China, where the virus emerged in December, Italy has the most confirmed cases with 63,927 infections. Of those infected, 23,783 are in isolation at home, 19,846 are hospitalised and 3,009 are in intensive care, he said.

Negotiators Aim to Wrap Up Talks Tuesday on U.S. Stimulus Package

March 24, 2020

Secretary Mnuchin called the president, we told him we are very, very close to an agreement and he seemed very happy with that", Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer told reporters shortly before midnight. But the coronavirus has trimmed their ranks, making it even harder to advance legislation without significant support from Democrats. McConnell argued that Democrats were turning the bill into a "left-wing episode of Supermarket Sweep ".

PM Modi to address nation at 8pm today

March 24, 2020

Modi will be addressing the nation at 8 pm on 24 March. Many businesses have suffered irreparable losses due to shutdown and restrictions in the aftermath of the coronavirus epidemic and thousands of jobs have been lost. He had also announced setting up of a task force, to be headed by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, to look at measures to limit economic hardship caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

NSW, Victoria and ACT split from government over school closures

March 24, 2020

Dr Chant said, of those cases were the source of the infection was known, 425 of 599 were acquired overseas, highlighting the need for people entering the country to self-isolate for 14 days. "I don't want to look back in a month and think "why didn't we do that sooner?, why didn't we save more lives"?" she said. "We have asked parents where possible to keep their children at home".

COVID-19: Premier Ford orders mandatory shutdown for non-essential businesses

March 24, 2020

Ford also had a message for everyone returning home. He said stopping at a grocery store is "unacceptable". "This funding will go straight to communities, who know best what the immediate needs are on the ground in their local shelters". The government also said it would launch a 1-800 number and website Wednesday for inquiries about the shutdown. "I encourage anyone who may have been exposed to COVID-19, have symptoms or may have travelled outside of Canada to first self-isolate and ...

Coronavirus: PM announces strict new curbs on life in UK

March 24, 2020

People will also be able to leave their homes for shopping for basic necessities, for any medical need or to care for a vulnerable person, or travelling to and from work but only if absolutely necessary, eg the work can not be undertaken from home.

Railways relaxes refund rules for travel between March 21-April 15

March 24, 2020

Matthew Gregory, chief executive of transport company First Group ( FGP.L ), said: "We welcome and have accepted the UK Government's swift and comprehensive offer of emergency measures which provides certainty for all of the Group's franchises and the continuity of our vital rail networks during this time".

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