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McDonald's employees protest for COVID-19 protection in Los Angeles

Employees of a Los Angeles McDonald's staged a vocal walkout to protest what they say is the lack of proper health and safety equipment in the fight against COVID-19

07/04/2020

USA

Tiger at NYC's Bronx Zoo tests positive for coronavirus

The infection of a four-year-old tiger called Nadia is believed to be the first known infection in an animal in the US or a tiger anywhere.

06/04/2020

Brazil

'A little flu': Brazil's Bolsonaro playing down coronavirus crisis

While half of the world’s population remains on lockdown, Jair Bolsonaro is advocating for Brazilians to go back to work.

06/04/2020

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Empty streets amid coronavirus lockdown in New York City

The city that never sleeps stands empty and silent amid the coronavirus lockdown in New York.

06/04/2020

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Bogota police bid to arrest boredom of Colombians amid lockdown

Police in the Colombian capital Bogota have been leading stretching and dance exercises from the street.

06/04/2020

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Spreading the love: Sisters cover road with hearts to lift spirits

This is aerial footage of a US street covered in hearts to lift people's morale amid the coronavirus outbreak.

06/04/2020

USA

Artificial intelligence used to predict high-risk COVID-19 patients

An AI tool was found to have 80% accuracy in predicting which COVID-19 patients would go on to develop acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)

06/04/2020

World News

US election, COVID-19 and the stark parallels with 1918 flu pandemic

The pandemic has already had a significant impact on the presidential primaries.

04/04/2020

Earth News

Young people of the Amazon are the real guardians of the rainforest

Three young people in the Amazon describe why protecting the forest is crucial to their livelihoods.

04/04/2020

Earth News

Company traps CO2 emissions to make alcohol for hand sanitiser

A carbon-negative vodka brand has switched up production to help provide essential supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic.

02/04/2020

USA

Coronavirus: Trump admits protective gear running out as US cases soar

The US president confirms a shortage of masks and other medical supplies as the number of coronavirus cases tops 200,000.

02/04/2020

USA

The White House unveiled its coronavirus model. Here's what we know.

In a task force briefing, the White House offered the first look at the statistical models being used to anticipate how the virus could spread across the U.S.

01/04/2020

World News

'We haven't had fresh air in days': COVID-19 ship still stuck at sea

Holland America director Orlando Ashford has urged the authorities in Florida to act with humanity and allow the passengers to disembark.

31/03/2020

Brazil

Bolsonaro busy market videos removed amid coronavirus pandemic

Brazil's president has campaigned to keep the country's economy afloat during the spread of COVID-19.

30/03/2020

USA

Trump extends US distancing guidelines as coronavirus outbreak worsens

The US has more than 140,000 cases of #COVID-19 and more than 2,400 people have died.

30/03/2020

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Too close for concert: Stars play from home to raise coronavirus cash

The artists were filmed with smartphones, cameras and audio equipment in their homes.

30/03/2020

USA

Harry and Meghan security to be paid 'privately', couple tell Trump

The Duke qnd Duchess of Sussex insist they have no such plans, after the president said the US would not pay for security linked to their reported move.

30/03/2020

USA

Trump extends social distancing guidelines to April 30, predicts 'great things' by June 1

Trump last week said he wanted to see the much of the country opening back up by Easter.

30/03/2020

Earth News

New York City: dramatic drop-off in air pollution

Researchers at Columbia University found a dramatic drop in pollutants in New York City in the last 2 weeks.

29/03/2020

USA

Euroviews. Coronavirus revealed Trump favours economy over elderly people ǀ View

The truth is, all of us — whatever our ages — should take precautions. By implying that this is primarily an older person's problem, we ignore the real risks to younger people, and we reinforce the ageism that already persists in our society.

28/03/2020

Panama

Four die on cruise ship stranded off Panama because of COVID-19 crisis

Another 138 people onboard have reported to the medical centre with "influenza-like illness symptoms," Holland America Line said on Friday.

28/03/2020

USA

Coronavirus: US adopts $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus bill

The legislation, which was passed unanimously by the Senate on Wednesday, provides relief for workers and businesses that have been devastated by the outbreak.

27/03/2020

USA

Euroviews. Trump coronavirus failures should cost him re-election. They won't if Democrats play too nice ǀ View

The US president's egregious actions should have consequences for him in November. That requires liberals to loudly contradict the narrative he's constructed.

27/03/2020

Earth News

Synthetic palm oil being brewed like beer gets Bill Gates' investment

The bio-based palm oil substitute is receiving millions of dollars from Bill Gates' investor-led fund.

26/03/2020

USA

US passes $2 trillion relief package to counter coronavirus effects

The US White House and Congress agreed on an aid package to help businesses, workers, and the health care system during the coronavirus pandemic.

25/03/2020

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In Chile, protesters keep marching despite coronavirus

One protester explained to the press that they are not afraid that the virus will kill them, because they have a government that is also killing them.

21/03/2020