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• Arizona Closes Public Schools Through the End of March To Slow COVID-19 Spread

  15-03-2020 23:54
  
  Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey and Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman announced this afternoon that all Arizona public schools are closing at least through Friday, March 27.Here's the press release from Ducey's office:
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• County Health Director: Expect Significant Jump in COVID-19 Cases in Pima County This Week

  15-03-2020 23:52
  
  Tucsonans can expect a significant increase in COVID-19 cases in Pima County within the next few weeks, according to Dr. Bob England, interim director for the Pima County Health Department. England's comments came hours after the third presumptive case was announced in the county, which he believes is the start of a communal spread of the virus.…
  
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• The Latest: Czech Republic banning most travel in country

  15-03-2020 23:36
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.
  The Czech government has imposed further restrictions on public movements in an effort to contain the outbreak of the coron
  
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• US stock futures fall more than 4% after Fed slashes rates to counter economic impact of virus outbreak; Gold rises 3.5%

  15-03-2020 23:23
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — US stock futures fall more than 4% after Fed slashes rates to counter economic impact of virus outbreak; Gold rises 3.5%.
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• The Latest: Venezuela orders quarantine in capital, 6 states

  15-03-2020 23:22
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.
  Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has ordered residents in the capital of Caracas and six states to stay home unde
  
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• Salpointe Catholic High joins growing number schools closing their doors

  15-03-2020 23:04
  
  Salpointe Catholic High School officials say they will be suspending classes starting Monday, March 16th, 2020.The school says on-campus learning and extracurricular activities will both be suspended during this time.According to school administration, there will be no classes this upcoming week of March 16th-20th.However, the plan is to hold mandatory on-line classes beginning Monday, March 23rd and ending April 10th.The on-line classes end on April 10th for the scheduled Easter break with stud
  
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• The Latest: NYC public schools closing amid outbreak

  15-03-2020 22:57
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.
  New York City is closing the nation’s largest public school system, sending over 1.1 million children home in hopes o
  
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• The Latest: Trump urges public to ‘relax,’ stop hoarding

  15-03-2020 22:41
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.
  President Donald Trump is urging the public to stop hoarding groceries, telling Americans to “take it easy” and
  
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• Trump tells Americans ‘there’s no need to hoard’ supplies, as more states, cities announce restrictions to contain virus

  15-03-2020 22:27
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Trump tells Americans ‘there’s no need to hoard’ supplies, as more states, cities announce restrictions to contain virus.
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• Governor: New York City to close schools to fight the coronavirus, shutting the nation’s largest public school system

  15-03-2020 22:19
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — Governor: New York City to close schools to fight the coronavirus, shutting the nation’s largest public school system.
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• The Latest: Spanish government to deploy military patrols

  15-03-2020 22:14
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.
  Spain’s Defense Ministry said the government will deploy military units under a state of emergency that it has declar
  
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• Fed takes emergency action to slash short-term rate to nearly zero and ease banking rules to encourage lending

  15-03-2020 22:00
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Fed takes emergency action to slash short-term rate to nearly zero and ease banking rules to encourage lending.
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• The Latest: Spain, Portugal halt tourism along shared border

  15-03-2020 21:51
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.
  Portugal and Spain have agreed to halt tourism across their 1,200-kilometer shared border starting Monday, but they will st
  
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• PCSD: Collision closes intersection at Benson Hwy and Country Club

  15-03-2020 21:39
  
  Road ClosurePCSD is currently on scene of a vehicle collision at Benson Hwy and Country... https://t.co/Ji5pNMNZeE pic.twitter.com/OI3SX9zSKL— Pima County Sheriff (@PimaSheriff) March 15, 2020
  A vehicle collision at Benson Hwy. and Country Club has completely closed the intersection.Pima County Sheriff's Dept. says traffic will be delayed while authorities investigate. Motorists traveling in the area are asked to find alternate routes.We'll continue to update this story as we re
  
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• Worshippers go online, those at services keep a distance

  15-03-2020 21:18
  
  ATLANTA (AP) — Pastors across the United States delivered sermons to empty pews Sunday as houses of worship adjusted to the reality of the coronavirus pandemic, with the Vatican indicating that the holiest week on its calendar will look vastly different next month.While many religious institutions around the country took to the internet to stream their services this week – including one megachurch that President Donald Trump tweeted he was tuning in to – some tried to take extr
  
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• Spain’s king renounces inheritance from ex-monarch and strips father of stipend following offshore fund revelations

  15-03-2020 20:56
  
  MADRID (AP) — Spain’s king renounces inheritance from ex-monarch and strips father of stipend following offshore fund revelations.
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• The Latest: Puerto Rico orders businesses to close

  15-03-2020 20:54
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.
  Puerto Rico’s governor has ordered the closure of all businesses and nonessential government offices, except for gas
  
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• States consider new virus restrictions as revelers pack bars

  15-03-2020 20:51
  
  New Jersey's governor is considering a curfew, and Illinois may require bars and restaurants to close after revelers ignored warnings against attending large gatherings to prevent the spread of coronavirus.In New Orleans and Chicago, people clad in green for St. Patrick's Day packed bars and spilled onto crowded sidewalks Saturday even after the cities canceled their parades.
  "I'm not about to put my life on hold because this is going around," Kyle Thomas told the Chicago Sun-Times. Thomas, a nu
  
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• The Latest: Academy of Country Music Awards show postponed

  15-03-2020 20:43
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.
  The Academy of Country Music Awards show has been postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic.The Academy of Country Music an
  
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• The Latest: New restrictions in Slovakia and D.C.

  15-03-2020 20:06
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.
  The District of Columbia is instructing its restaurants, bars and nightclubs to help stem spread of the coronavirus by movi
  
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• The Latest: Nicaragua holds march to confront pandemic

  15-03-2020 19:30
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.
  As countries around the globe are calling off mass events to try to slow the spread of the new coronavirus, Nicaragua stage
  
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• The Latest: Cayman Islands reports first death from COVID-19

  15-03-2020 19:13
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.A man removed from a Caribbean cruise has become the first death from COVID-19 in the Cayman Islands.The man apparently was
  
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• The Latest: Pope visits 2 churches despite Italy’s lockdown

  15-03-2020 18:57
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.Despite Italy’s lockdown, Pope Francis has visited two churches in Rome to pray for an end to the coronavirus pandemic
  
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• UArizona extends online only classes through the end of the semester

  15-03-2020 18:52
  
  TUCSON— All spring 2020 classes at the University of Arizona will move to online through the end of the semester.
  Online classes at the university begin Mar. 18.
  On Friday, the university asked students not to return to
  campus, if possible.
  Officials say students who do not have a suitable
  alternative can return to campus.Residence halls, food service, Campus Health, libraries and
  computer labs are open and will remain open.All other events and gatherings on campus have been
  canceled.
  
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• Despite ltaly’s coronavirus lockdown, Pope Francis visits two Rome churches to pray for an end to the pandemic

  15-03-2020 18:48
  
  ROME (AP) — Despite ltaly’s coronavirus lockdown, Pope Francis visits two Rome churches to pray for an end to the pandemic.
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• The Latest: Italy reports 3,590 more cases, 368 deaths

  15-03-2020 18:37
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.The numbercases of COVID-19 in Italy has surged higher again.
  Some 3,590 more cases of the coronavirus were reported in a 24
  
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• Arizona tourist spot known for waterfalls temporarily closes

  15-03-2020 18:20
  
  SUPAI, Ariz. (AP) — A popular tourist destination deep in a gorge off the Grand Canyon is shutting down temporarily over concerns about the new coronavirus.The Havasupai Tribal Council announced over the weekend that it will suspend tourist operations for 30 days, starting Monday. The tribe's reservation in northern Arizona is known for its blue-green waterfalls that draw tourists from around the world.Tourists with reservations for campgrounds or the lodge during the 30-day suspension can
  
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• The Latest: Movie ticket sales plunge in North America

  15-03-2020 18:13
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.Ticket sales plunged to their lowest levels in at least 20 years at North American movie theaters, as the coronavirus pandem
  
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• Israeli president says he has decided to give Benny Gantz first chance at forming new government.

  15-03-2020 17:49
  
  JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli president says he has decided to give Benny Gantz first chance at forming new government.
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• Third Presumptive Case of COVID-19 in Pima County

  15-03-2020 17:47
  
  The Pima County Health Department has announced that a third presumptive case of COVID-19 has been detected in Pima County. Details are scarce, but the older adult is hospitalized.The press release:
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• TPD asking public to ID suspects connected to string of robberies

  15-03-2020 17:34
  
  TUCSON— The Tucson Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying two suspects connected to a string of robberies.These two thieves are responsible for three robberies on March 5. They robbed two Quik Marts and the Days Inn on S. Craycroft. Help us to identify them before they victimize any others in our community.Call 88-Crime to remain anonymous. pic.twitter.com/jBGC51zsXW— TPD Robbery (@TPD_Robbery) March 15, 2020
  Police say the suspects allegedly robbed two Q
  
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• The Latest: NYC mayor: City lockdown possible in virus fight

  15-03-2020 17:23
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, reacting to announcement of a curfew in neighboring Hoboken, New Jersey, says that a loc
  
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• PCHD: third presumptive positive case of COVID-19 in Pima County

  15-03-2020 17:18
  
  TUCSON— The Pima County Health Department has identified the
  third presumptive positive case of COVID-19 in Pima County.
  Officials say the person is an older adult currently
  recovering in a local hospital.
  The Health Department is working to identify close contacts of
  the person.
  This case marks the first positive result in Pima County as
  a result of commercial testing performed by a private laboratory.
  PCHD says a sample will also be sent to the Arizona State
  Public Health Laboratory for
  
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• TPD searching for Target assault suspect

  15-03-2020 16:55
  
  TUCSON—The Tucson Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a man suspected of theft and assault.On March 9 at 5 PM, this THIEF entered the Target store, 4040 N. Oracle.He assaulted the victim and fled from the store. Help us identify him and call 88-crime to remain anonymous. pic.twitter.com/F3kuUBOpmO— TPD Robbery (@TPD_Robbery) March 15, 2020
  On Mar. 9, police say the unidentified man allegedly assaulted
  the victim and fled the Target located at 4040 N. O
  
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• TPD searching for assault suspect

  15-03-2020 16:55
  
  TUCSON—The Tucson Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a man suspected of theft and assault.On March 9 at 5 PM, this THIEF entered the Target store, 4040 N. Oracle.He assaulted the victim and fled from the store. Help us identify him and call 88-crime to remain anonymous. pic.twitter.com/F3kuUBOpmO— TPD Robbery (@TPD_Robbery) March 15, 2020
  On Mar. 9, police say the unidentified man allegedly assaulted
  the victim and fled the Target located at 4040 N. O
  
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• The Latest: Illinois governor livid over US airport crush

  15-03-2020 16:53
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.U.S. state officials like llinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker are upset that federal agents have created huge lines and crowds at U.S
  
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• The Latest: Fauci: US not eyeing restricting domestic travel

  15-03-2020 16:32
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.A top member of the White House task force on combating the spread of coronavirus says the administration has “not ser
  
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• The Latest: Fauci: US airport crush defeats anti-virus goals

  15-03-2020 16:28
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.The government’s top official on infectious diseases says he’s worried about the health risks of long lines and
  
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• The Latest: Spain virus deaths double overnight to 288

  15-03-2020 15:53
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 156,000 people and killed more than 5,800. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms but for some, especially the elderly or people with underlying health conditions, it can cause more severe illness. Nearly 74,000 people have recovered from it so far, mostly in China.___Health authorities in Spain say deaths from the coronavirus have more than doubled in 24 hours, while total infections ap
  
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• Spain says deaths from the coronavirus have more than doubled in a day to 288, infections near 8,000

  15-03-2020 15:46
  
  MADRID (AP) — Spain says deaths from the coronavirus have more than doubled in a day to 288, infections near 8,000.
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• The Latest: Holy Week ceremonies closed to public over virus

  15-03-2020 14:54
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 150,000 people and killed more than 5,700. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms. For some, it can cause more severe illness.___The Vatican says all Holy Week ceremonies will take place without the “physical presence of the faithful” because of the health emergency over the coronavirus.
  The Vatican tweeted Sunday citing an announcement by the office of the pontifical househo
  
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• The Latest: Malaysia reports its biggest jump in virus cases

  15-03-2020 13:49
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 150,000 people and killed more than 5,700. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms. For some, it can cause more severe illness.___Malaysia has reported 190 new cases, its sharpest daily jump that saw its total cases surge to 428.
  Health Minister Adham Baba said Saturday most of the new cases were related to a recent mass Islamic religious gathering, that have also sickened some participan
  
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• The Latest: UK to unveil emergency powers on virus this week

  15-03-2020 12:59
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 150,000 people and killed more than 5,700. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms. For some, it can cause more severe illness.___Britain’s top health official says the government plans to set out emergency powers this week to deal with the viral outbreak, including requiring elderly to self-isolate and banning mass gatherings.Health Secretary Matt Hancock said Sunday the government
  
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• The Latest: Italians face more isolation amid virus outbreak

  15-03-2020 12:36
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 150,000 people and killed more than 5,700. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms. For some, it can cause more severe illness.___Italians are being left even more isolated Sunday amid a national lockdown to stop the spread of coronavirus.
  Italy’s transport minister signed a decree Saturday banning passengers from taking ferries to Sardinia, a large Mediterranean island.
  Sardinia&rs
  
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• The Latest: Austria limits movement nationwide amid virus

  15-03-2020 12:16
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 150,000 people and killed more than 5,700. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms. For some, it can cause more severe illness.___Austria’s leader says his government is limiting people’s movement nationwide.Chancellor Sebastian Kurz told the Austria Press Agency Sunday that there should be only three reasons for people to leave home: essential work, essential purchases such a
  
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• The Latest: Austria’s Tyrol province orders lockdown

  15-03-2020 11:57
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 150,000 people and killed more than 5,700. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms. For some, it can cause more severe illness.___Austria’s Tyrol province is ordering a lockdown to fight the coronavirus, initially for a one-week period.The provincial governor, Guenther Platter, announced Sunday that people will be allowed to leave their homes only for reasons such as buying food and
  
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• Iran says coronavirus has killed another 113 people, raising overall death toll to 724 amid over 13,900 confirmed cases

  15-03-2020 11:53
  
  TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran says coronavirus has killed another 113 people, raising overall death toll to 724 amid over 13,900 confirmed cases.
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• The Latest: Republic of Congo reports 1st coronavirus case

  15-03-2020 10:53
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 150,000 people and killed more than 5,700. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms. For some, it can cause more severe illness.___The Republic of Congo, which is home to the World Health Organization’s regional Africa headquarters, has reported its first case of the coronavirus.The government said late Saturday that a duel French and Republic of Congo citizen returned from Paris on
  
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• The Latest: Turkey sets up quarantine areas for pilgrims

  15-03-2020 10:44
  
  The Latest on the world’s coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 150,000 people and killed more than 5,700. The disease for most people causes only mild or moderate symptoms. For some, it can cause more severe illness.___Turkey has set up quarantine locations for more than 10,300 people returning from pilgrimages to Islam’s holy sites in Saudi Arabia.The Youth and Sport Ministry said Sunday that beds had been made available in university dormitories in the capital, Ankara
  
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• Muslim officials: Al-Aqsa mosque, third holiest site in Islam, closes over virus concerns, prayers to continue outside

  15-03-2020 10:38
  
  JERUSALEM (AP) — Muslim officials: Al-Aqsa mosque, third holiest site in Islam, closes over virus concerns, prayers to continue outside.
  The post Muslim officials: Al-Aqsa mosque, third holiest site in Islam, closes over virus concerns, prayers to continue outside appeared first on KVOA.
  
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