• The Latest: US stock futures fell sharply at open of trading

    The Latest: US stock futures fell sharply at open of trading
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 328,275 people and killed more than 14,300. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 95,650 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Republican Sen. Rand Paul is first U.S. senator to test positive for COVID-19— German Chancellor Angela Merkel is in quarantine afte
  • Air Force base decision raises F-35A noise debate in Tucson

    Air Force base decision raises F-35A noise debate in Tucson
    TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) - Voices are being raised in Tucson about the possibility of a squadron of new F-35A fighters being stationed at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base where the multirole aircraft would replace relatively quiet A-10 attack jets.The southern Arizona base is a dark horse in the Pentagon's consideration of where to locate an Air Force Reserve squadron of 24 F35As because the Air Force already said in 2017 that it favored Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth in Texas.However, Da
  • Sen. Rand Paul tests positive for virus, forcing quarantines

    Sen. Rand Paul tests positive for virus, forcing quarantines
    WASHINGTON (AP) - Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, becoming the first case of COVID-19 in the Senate and raising fears about the further transmission of the virus among Republicans at the Capitol.Paul, an eye surgeon, went into quarantine Sunday after learning his results. He said he has not had symptoms and was tested out of an abundance of caution due to his extensive travel and events. He said he was not aware of any direct contact with any infected pe
  • The Latest: White House urges labs to prioritize tests

    The Latest: White House urges labs to prioritize tests
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 328,275 people and killed more than 14,300. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 95,650 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Republican Sen. Rand Paul is first U.S. senator to test positive for COVID-19— German Chancellor Angela Merkel is in quarantine afte
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  • The Latest: USOPC welcomes IOC update, questions remain

    The Latest: USOPC welcomes IOC update, questions remain
    The Latest on the effect of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:___Leaders at the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee said the update provided by the IOC about the Tokyo Olympics signaled an important step but athletes are still beset with questions about whether the games will go ahead as scheduled in July.
    The statement came from USOPC chair Sarah Hirshland and the athlete advisory council leader, Han Xiao.
    They said they’re sticking with the advice Hirshland offered Fr
  • The Latest: US Ambassador Young tests positive for COVID-19

    The Latest: US Ambassador Young tests positive for COVID-19
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 328,275 people and killed more than 14,300. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 95,650 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Republican Sen. Rand Paul is first U.S. senator to test positive for COVID-19— German Chancellor Angela Merkel is in quarantine afte
  • The Latest: Seb Coe says Olympics in July not feasible

    The Latest: Seb Coe says Olympics in July not feasible
    The Latest on the effect of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:___The leader of the international track federation, Seb Coe, sent a letter to IOC president Thomas Bach saying holding the Olympics in July “is neither feasible nor desirable” with the coronavirus impacting huge swaths of the globe.Coe sent the letter Sunday after meeting with leaders from around the world in track, which is the biggest sport at the Olympics. It came hours after the IOC announced it coul
  • Immigrant dies by apparent suicide in ICE family detention center

    Immigrant dies by apparent suicide in ICE family detention center
    FILE PHOTO: ICE detainees at immigration detention center in Adelanto, California, U.S., April 13, 2017.(REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson)HOUSTON (AP) — Authorities say a 27-year-old Honduran man died by apparent suicide at one of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's family detention centers.
    ICE did not identify the man and said he was pronounced dead after being found unresponsive at the Karnes County Residential Center in South Texas around 12:30 a.m. Wednesday.The facility detains about 70
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  • The Latest: Egypt President urges people to stay home

    The Latest: Egypt President urges people to stay home
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 328,275 people and killed more than 14,300. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 95,650 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Republican Sen. Rand Paul is first U.S. senator to test positive for COVID-19— German Chancellor Angela Merkel is in quarantine afte
  • Collision closes intersection of Pantano and Wrightstown/Tanque Verde

    Collision closes intersection of Pantano and Wrightstown/Tanque Verde
    A serious injury collision has shut down the intersection of Pantano and Tanque Verde/Wrightstown. Tucson Police Dept. says the collision involved a motorcycle and an SUV.Authorities are asking motorists to avoid the area if possible.
    TRAFFIC ALERT
    The intersection of Pantano and Wrightstown/Tanque Verde is shut down due to a serious injury collision involving a motorcycle and an SUV. Please avoid the area. pic.twitter.com/6UfZI0giXl— Sergeant Pete Dugan (@SgtDugan) March 22, 2020The post
  • The Latest: Egypt senior military officer dies of COVID-19

    The Latest: Egypt senior military officer dies of COVID-19
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 328,275 people and killed more than 14,300. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 95,650 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Republican Sen. Rand Paul is first U.S. senator to test positive for COVID-19— German Chancellor Angela Merkel is in quarantine afte
  • The Latest: Louisiana to start “stay at home” directive

    The Latest: Louisiana to start “stay at home” directive
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 328,275 people and killed more than 14,300. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 95,650 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Republican Sen. Rand Paul is first U.S. senator to test positive for COVID-19— German Chancellor Angela Merkel is in quarantine afte
  • Syria’s health minister announces first confirmed coronavirus case in the war-torn country.

    Syria’s health minister announces first confirmed coronavirus case in the war-torn country.
    DAMASCUS, Syria. (AP) — Syria’s health minister announces first confirmed coronavirus case in the war-torn country.
    The post Syria’s health minister announces first confirmed coronavirus case in the war-torn country. appeared first on KVOA.
  • The Latest: Nine more deaths in Turkey from the coronavirus

    The Latest: Nine more deaths in Turkey from the coronavirus
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 328,275 people and killed more than 14,300. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 95,650 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Republican Sen. Rand Paul is first U.S. senator to test positive for COVID-19— German Chancellor Angela Merkel is in quarantine afte
  • The Latest: France adopts bill to help fight COVID-19 better

    The Latest: France adopts bill to help fight COVID-19 better
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 328,275 people and killed more than 14,300. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 95,650 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Republican Sen. Rand Paul is first U.S. senator to test positive for COVID-19— German Chancellor Angela Merkel is in quarantine afte
  • The Latest: IOC to consider postponing Tokyo Olympics

    The Latest: IOC to consider postponing Tokyo Olympics
    The Latest on the effect of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:___The IOC will take four weeks to weigh options for the Tokyo Games amid mounting calls from athletes and Olympic officials for a postponement due to the coronavirus pandemic.The time will be used to plan different scenarios for the July 24-Aug. 9 games, the International Olympic Committee said Sunday.“These scenarios relate to modifying existing operational plans for the Games to go ahead on 24 July 2020, and
  • IOC considering postponing Tokyo Olympics

    IOC considering postponing Tokyo Olympics
    LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — IOC considering postponing Tokyo Olympics.
    The post IOC considering postponing Tokyo Olympics appeared first on KVOA.
  • Salvation Army increases efforts in response to coronavirus pandemic

    Salvation Army increases efforts in response to coronavirus pandemic
    TUCSON— The Salvation Army is increasing efforts in response
    to the coronavirus pandemic.
    The organization says they are looking for non-perishable
    food and emergency relief supplies.
    All food and supplies collected will be delivered by
    Salvation Army officers and staff to anyone over 65 who needs assistance
    shopping.Collection of food and supplies:For the Downtown and West side Tucson: The Salvation Army
    Hospitality House,       1002 N Main, 795-9671, 7
  • The Latest: Sen. Rand Paul tests positive for COVID-19

    The Latest: Sen. Rand Paul tests positive for COVID-19
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 318,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 94,700 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Republican Sen. Rand Paul is first U.S. senator to test positive for COVID-19— German Chancellor Angela Merkel is in quarantine afte
  • The Latest: German Chancellor Merkel goes into quarantine

    The Latest: German Chancellor Merkel goes into quarantine
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 318,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 94,700 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Colombian authorities say 23 dead in prison riot.
    — Turkish Airlines to halt almost all international flights starting Friday.
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  • Business Fallout: Marriott to furlough thousands of workers

    Business Fallout: Marriott to furlough thousands of workers
    Marriott said that it will furlough thousands of corporate employees at its U.S. headquarters and globally.
    The decision, first reported by The Wall Street Journal Sunday, adds to massive recent payroll reductions that began last week.
    The world’s largest hotel company, like many of its peers, is trying to cope with a plunge in demand due to the coronavirus. Marriott said Sunday that it is furloughing about two-thirds of its 4,000 corporate employees at it headquarters in Bethesda, Maryla
  • The Latest: Italy cases of the coronavirus rise by 651

    The Latest: Italy cases of the coronavirus rise by 651
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 318,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 94,700 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Colombian authorities say 23 dead in prison riot.
    — Turkish Airlines to halt almost all international flights starting Friday.
    &mdas
  • German Chancellor Angela Merkel in quarantine after doctor who gave her a vaccine tests positive for coronavirus

    German Chancellor Angela Merkel in quarantine after doctor who gave her a vaccine tests positive for coronavirus
    BERLIN (AP) — German Chancellor Angela Merkel in quarantine after doctor who gave her a vaccine tests positive for coronavirus.
    The post German Chancellor Angela Merkel in quarantine after doctor who gave her a vaccine tests positive for coronavirus appeared first on KVOA.
  • The Latest: Prison riot in Colombia leaves 23 dead

    The Latest: Prison riot in Colombia leaves 23 dead
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 307,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 92,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Colombian authorities say 23 dead in prison riot.
    — Turkish Airlines to halt almost all international flights starting Friday.
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  • A Respiratory Therapist on What He's Seeing in COVID-19 Patients: "This Is Knocking Out What Should Be Perfectly Fit, Healthy People."

    A Respiratory Therapist on What He's Seeing in COVID-19 Patients: "This Is Knocking Out What Should Be Perfectly Fit, Healthy People."
    This story was originally published by ProPublica, a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power.As of Friday, Louisiana was reporting 479 confirmed cases of COVID-19, one of the highest numbers in the country.…
  • Spanish opera singer Plácido Domingo says he has coronavirus

    Spanish opera singer Plácido Domingo says he has coronavirus
    MADRID (AP) — Spanish opera singer Plácido Domingo says he has coronavirus.
    The post Spanish opera singer Plácido Domingo says he has coronavirus appeared first on KVOA.
  • The Latest: Trump scolds lawmakers critical of response

    The Latest: Trump scolds lawmakers critical of response
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 307,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 92,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Trump scolds lawmakers critical of federal response.
    — France reports first death of a hospital doctor.
    — Greece reports 2 mor
  • Coronavirus Update: Second Death from COVID-19; AZ Confirmed Cases Now at 152

    Coronavirus Update: Second Death from COVID-19; AZ Confirmed Cases Now at 152
    Arizona health authorities are reporting a second death from COVID-19, the novel coronavirus that is spreading across the United States and other countries.…
  • The Latest: Fauci insists he has no disagreement with Trump

    The Latest: Fauci insists he has no disagreement with Trump
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 307,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 92,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Fauci insists he has no disagreement with Trump over potential drug to treat virus.
    — North Macedonia has announced the first death
  • ADHS confirms second COVID-19 death in Arizona, cases rise to 152

    ADHS confirms second COVID-19 death in Arizona, cases rise to 152
    TUCSON -The Arizona Department of Health Services andMaricopa County Department of Public Health confirmed the second death due to COVID-19 in Arizona Sunday.
    Officials say the individual was a male in his 70s with underlying health conditions.
    MCDPH is in the process of notifying close contacts of this person and will be asking them to monitor for symptoms.
    The confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Arizona has increased to 152, according to data released by the Arizona Department of Health Services Su
  • Dubai carrier Emirates reverses passenger flight suspension, says it’s still flying to 12 destinations including US, UK.

    Dubai carrier Emirates reverses passenger flight suspension, says it’s still flying to 12 destinations including US, UK.
    DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Dubai carrier Emirates reverses passenger flight suspension, says it’s still flying to 12 destinations including US, UK.
    The post Dubai carrier Emirates reverses passenger flight suspension, says it’s still flying to 12 destinations including US, UK. appeared first on KVOA.
  • The Latest: Fauci hopeful U.S. more contained than Italy

    The Latest: Fauci hopeful U.S. more contained than Italy
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 307,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 92,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Fauci hopeful U.S. more contained than Italy.
    — German western state Saarland to offer medical help to France.
    — Illinois&rsqu
  • Some sheriffs ask to reduce jail population amid virus worry

    Some sheriffs ask to reduce jail population amid virus worry
    PHOENIX (AP) — The risks from coronavirus are leading to criminal justice changes in Arizona that would have previously seemed impossible in such a law-and-order state: Some elected sheriffs are calling for the release of certain offenders from jail and urging police agencies to issue citations rather than arrest people.So far, 50 inmates have been released in Coconino County, and the sheriff of Pima County has proposed a series of steps to reduce his inmate population, such as either rele
  • The Latest: Illegal border crossing into U.S. down 50%

    The Latest: Illegal border crossing into U.S. down 50%
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 307,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 92,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Illegal border crossings into U.S. have dropped by 50% amid coronavirus pandemic.— Spain to extend national state of emergency to at
  • The Latest: Mnuchin expects agreement on stimulus package

    The Latest:  Mnuchin expects agreement on stimulus package
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 307,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 92,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Mnuchin Congress and White House to agree on an economic stimulus package.
    — Michigan Governor says state needs more test kits and m
  • The Latest: New Jersey begs White House for more supplies

    The Latest: New Jersey begs White House for more supplies
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 307,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 92,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— New Jersey desperate for more medical equipment.
    — Emirates to suspend all passenger flights beginning Wednesday.— Mayor of Ne
  • The Latest: New York City mayor warns worst is still to come

    The Latest: New York City mayor warns worst is still to come
    The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 307,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 92,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— British doctors and nurses plea for more protective equipment.
    — Pakistan lowers number of confirmed coronavirus cases.
    — Czec
  • Long-haul carrier Emirates says it will suspend all passenger flights beginning Wednesday over new coronavirus outbreak.

    Long-haul carrier Emirates says it will suspend all passenger flights beginning Wednesday over new coronavirus outbreak.
    DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Long-haul carrier Emirates says it will suspend all passenger flights beginning Wednesday over new coronavirus outbreak.
    The post Long-haul carrier Emirates says it will suspend all passenger flights beginning Wednesday over new coronavirus outbreak. appeared first on KVOA.
  • The Latest: British doctors and nurses plea for supplies

    The Latest: British doctors and nurses plea for supplies
    LONDON (AP) — The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 307,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 92,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— British doctors and nurses plea for more protective equipment.
    — Pakistan lowers number of confirmed coronavirus
  • Calls, no hugs: UK moms spend Mother’s Day far from family

    Calls, no hugs: UK moms spend Mother’s Day far from family
    LONDON (AP) — Sunday is Mother’s Day in Britain and the government has a stark message for millions of citizens: Visiting your mom could kill her.In a message to the nation, Prime Minister Boris Johnson implored Britons to forego the day’s traditional family visits, parties and Sunday lunches since authorities could not “disguise or sugarcoat the threat” poised by the coronavirus pandemic.“If your mother is elderly or vulnerable, then I am afraid all the stati
  • The Latest: Czech government sending supplies to Italy

    The Latest: Czech government sending supplies to Italy
    PRAGUE (AP) — The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 307,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 92,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Czech government sending supplies to Italy.— Romania has reported its first death due to the coronavirus.
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  • The Latest: Pope Francis seeking to unite Christianity

    The Latest: Pope Francis seeking to unite Christianity
    VATICAN CITY (AP) — The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 307,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 92,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Pope Francis is seeking to unite Christianity across denomination in prayer against the new virus ‘’
  • The Latest: Spain records 3,600 coronavirus cases overnight

    The Latest: Spain records 3,600 coronavirus cases overnight
    MADRID (AP) — The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 307,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 92,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Spain jumps to 3,6000 new coronavirus cases overnight.
    — Pakistan won’t implement total lock down.
  • The Latest: Kosovo reports first COVID-19 death in country

    The Latest: Kosovo reports first COVID-19 death in country
    MOSCOW (AP) — The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 307,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 92,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— Kosovo reports first COVID-19 fatality.
    — Angela Merkel to discuss safety measures with Germany’s governor
  • The Latest: UK urges no visits to Mom on Mother’s Day

    The Latest: UK urges no visits to Mom on Mother’s Day
    MOSCOW (AP) — The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 307,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 92,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:— UK urges no visits to Mom on Mother’s Day.— Russia prepares to send medical personnel and supplies to Ital
  • The Latest: Russia sending medical aid to Italy

    The Latest: Russia sending medical aid to Italy
    MOSCOW (AP) — The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 307,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 92,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:
    — Russia prepares to send medical personnel and supplies to Italy.— Uzbekistan closing borders for its citizens,
  • Iran says new coronavirus has killed another 129 people, raising death toll to 1,685 amid 21,638 confirmed cases

    Iran says new coronavirus has killed another 129 people, raising death toll to 1,685 amid 21,638 confirmed cases
    TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran says new coronavirus has killed another 129 people, raising death toll to 1,685 amid 21,638 confirmed cases.
    The post Iran says new coronavirus has killed another 129 people, raising death toll to 1,685 amid 21,638 confirmed cases appeared first on KVOA.
  • Pandemic bonds prove good for investors, less so for nations

    Pandemic bonds prove good for investors, less so for nations
    LONDON (AP) — To offset the crushing costs of trying to stem a global epidemic, the World Bank and partners announced the creation of “pandemic bonds” several years ago: the idea was to leverage private capital from Wall Street firms that would help stricken poor countries.
    But since the bonds were launched in 2014, backed by about $190 million in promised financing from donor countries, investors have reaped more profits than countries battling epidemics. And even in the curre
  • The Latest: Uzbekistan closes border, adds masks requirement

    The Latest: Uzbekistan closes border, adds masks requirement
    MOSCOW (AP) — The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 307,200 people and killed more than 13,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 92,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.
    TOP OF THE HOUR:
    —Uzbekistan closing borders for its citizens, will require residents to wear masks.—Sri Lanka bans all passenger
  • Iran’s supreme leader refuses US assistance to fight new coronavirus, citing unfounded conspiracy theory virus man-made

    Iran’s supreme leader refuses US assistance to fight new coronavirus, citing unfounded conspiracy theory virus man-made
    DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran’s supreme leader refuses US assistance to fight new coronavirus, citing unfounded conspiracy theory virus man-made.
    The post Iran’s supreme leader refuses US assistance to fight new coronavirus, citing unfounded conspiracy theory virus man-made appeared first on KVOA.

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