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• The Latest: Turkmenistan bans use of word ‘coronavirus’

  31-03-2020 23:17
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Media watchdog says Turkmenistan bans use of word “coronavirus.”— Toronto cancels city-led and permitted events through June 30.— U.N. chief says pandemic is biggest global crisis since World War II.___MOSCOW — An inte
  
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• UArizona to host COVID-19 webinars

  31-03-2020 22:49
  
  TUCSON —The public is invited to join a series of virtual discussions on the COVID-19 pandemic, led by University of Arizona experts.
  The first webinar in the three-part series will cover current best practices to control the spread of the virus. It will include five experts from the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health:Kacey Ernst, associate professor and program director of epidemiologyKatherine Ellingson, epidemiology and biostatistics assistant professorKelly
  
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• Federal virus rescue plan could pump $4.2B into Arizona

  31-03-2020 22:36
  
  By BOB CHRISTIE
  GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The $2.2 trillion federal coronavirus aid plan is expected to send an estimated $4.2 billion into Arizona, including $2.8 billion to help the state and big cities and counties and new money for K-12 schools and public universities.
  The figures were released by the Legislature's budget analysts, who went through the massive package to determine its benefits to Arizona.
  The state alone is expected to get $1.55 billion to deal with the effects of the vir
  
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• The Latest: London boy, 13, is youngest UK virus victim

  31-03-2020 22:35
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Toronto cancels all public events through June 30.— U.N. chief says pandemic is biggest global crisis since World War II.— Fauci says White House could recommend broader use of masks.___LONDON — A 13-year-old boy from south London
  
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• Florida sheriff seeking tips in ‘Tiger King’ mystery

  31-03-2020 22:29
  
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  TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — It might be the biggest diversion from the pandemic: binge-watching a recently released and luridly fascinating “Tiger King,” a Netflix documentary about rival big cat wranglers.
  Now a Florida sheriff is asking the public for tips regarding one of the lingering mysteries raised in the show: What happened to Jack “Don” Lewis, the husband of Big Cat Rescue's Carole Baskin?
  Lewis went missing in 1997, and speculation about his fate
  
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• ‘The Last Dance’ look at Jordan’s last title starts April 19

  31-03-2020 22:23
  
  The long-awaited look at Michael Jordan’s last championship season with the Chicago Bulls is finally set for release.
  ESPN and Netflix announced on Tuesday that the 10-part documentary series called “The Last Dance” will run in the U.S. over five consecutive Sunday nights starting April 19 and running through May 17.
  There will be two hour-long episodes on each of those nights.
  Coming soon.The Last Dance begins April 19th on @espn...and if you're outside of the US, stream it on
  
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• The Latest: Toronto cancels public events through June 30

  31-03-2020 22:15
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Toronto cancels all public events through June 30.— U.N. chief says pandemic is biggest global crisis since World War II.— Fauci says White House could recommend broader use of masks.___TORONTO — Canada’s largest city, Toron
  
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• Stocks fall and the S&P 500 ends with a first-quarter drop of 20%, its worst quarterly performance since 2008

  31-03-2020 22:03
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks fall and the S&P 500 ends with a first-quarter drop of 20%, its worst quarterly performance since 2008.
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• The Latest: Red tape holds up delivery of US ventilators

  31-03-2020 21:56
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Pentagon holding ventilators until HHS says where they are needed.— U.N. chief says pandemic is biggest global crisis since World War II.— Fauci says White House could recommend broader use of masks.___WASHINGTON — A senior milita
  
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• Local tire shop goes mobile amid COVID-19 outbreak

  31-03-2020 21:55
  
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  TUCSON – A local tire shop is going mobile. They will come
  to your house or workplace and install tires without any human contact.
  UTire, located at 3721 S. Kolb Road, says they have found a way to implement the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) social distancing guideline by eliminating all employee to customer contact.
  How does it work?
  Customers call the shop, pay over the phone, and then schedule an appointment to repair or i
  
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• Senior Living Community Asking for Messages of Love During COVID-19 Pandemic

  31-03-2020 21:30
  
  If you’ve recently found yourself trying to stay occupied as you shelter at home, why not send a loving message to someone who needs a bit of encouragement?That’s what Park Senior Villas at La Canada is asking of the Tucson community.…
  
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• Local law enforcement agencies take unified front to combat COVID-19

  31-03-2020 21:27
  
  TUCSON - After Gov. Doug Ducey issued a "Stay-At-Home" order to help combat the COVID-19 spread throughout the state, several local law enforcement organizations a joint message to the community Tuesday.In that message, the departments discussed the importance of unity and a joint approach when dealing with COVID-19.From sharing contingency plans to increasing general communication, the departments who participated in the joint collaboration efforts include Pima County Sheriff's Department, Tuc
  
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• The Latest: Iraq extends nationwide curfew as tests ramp up

  31-03-2020 21:20
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Ethiopian election postponed because of virus, a first for Africa.— U.N. chief says pandemic is biggest global crisis since World War II.— Fauci says White House could recommend broader use of masks.___BAGHDAD — Iraq has extended
  
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• Gov. Ducey: Strategic National Stockpile has provided more than 1.2M medical supplies to Arizona

  31-03-2020 21:02
  
  TUCSON - Gov. Doug Ducey shared Tuesday that the state currently has more than 1.2 million medical supplies on hand to help medical professionals combat COVID-19 as part of the Strategic National Stockpile allocation.According to officials, the SNS was initially organized to help communities have the necessary medical supplies to support them through a public health emergency. The governor said Arizona was the first in our FEMA region to receive a SNS delivery, which it received earlier in
  
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• Banner Health Accepting Donations of Medical Supplies and Protective Equipment

  31-03-2020 21:00
  
  The Banner Health Foundation is accepting donations of medical supplies and personal protective equipment for use in Banner Health’s Arizona hospitals and medical centers.Donations can be dropped off, Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Banner Health Home office located at 575 E. River Road.…
  
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• AP FACT CHECK: Trump’s misfires on virus death rates, tests

  31-03-2020 20:49
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Facing a grim reality of surging coronaviruscases, President Donald Trump is making premature assertions about relatively low death rates in the U.S. and revising history about how seriously he viewed the threat, including the need for ventilators.A look at his claims:MORTALITYTRUMP: “So we have more cases than anybody, but we’re doing really well, and we also have a very low — relative to other countries — very low mortality rate. And there are re
  
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• US death toll from COVID-19 eclipses China’s official count

  31-03-2020 20:24
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. death toll from the coronavirus has climbed past 3,500, eclipsing China's official count.New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo reported Tuesday that deaths in New York state had rise more than 300 from the day before, reaching about 1,550, mostly in New York City.That puts the U.S. ahead of China's official death toll of about 3,300. Cuomo's brother, CNN anchor Chris Cuomo, has disclosed that he has become infected with the virus.The post US death toll from COVID-19 eclipses
  
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• Walmart Rolling Out Infrared Thermometers to Take Employee Temperatures

  31-03-2020 20:17
  
  On Tuesday, Walmart U.S. President and CEO John Furner announced that the company would take the temperatures of all its employees as they arrive to work.…
  
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• The Latest: Ethiopian election postponed because of virus

  31-03-2020 20:06
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Ethiopian election postponed because of virus, a first for Africa.— U.N. chief says pandemic is biggest global crisis since World War II.— Fauci says White House could recommend broader use of masks.— Italy hits “plateau&rdq
  
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• You Can Still Get a Library Card Online if You Don't Have One

  31-03-2020 20:00
  
  Schools are closed, restaurants are closed, stores are closed.…
  
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• The Latest: UK official says social distancing effective

  31-03-2020 19:52
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— U.N. chief says pandemic is biggest global crisis since World War II.— Fauci says White House could recommend broader use of masks.— Italy hits “plateau” in its infection rate.— U.S. State Department official dies from
  
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• The Latest: UN chief says virus biggest crisis since WWII

  31-03-2020 19:37
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— U.N. chief says pandemic is biggest global crisis since World War II.— Fauci says White House could recommend broader use of masks.— Italy hits “plateau” in its infection rate.— U.S. State Department official dies from
  
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• Mayor Romero endorses Adelita Grijalva for seat of late Pima County Supervisor Richard Elias

  31-03-2020 18:58
  
  TUCSON - Just days after the passing of Pima County Board of Supervisor member Richard Elias, Adelita Grijalva announced her intention to run for the seat that was left open by longtime board supervisor's sudden death Sunday afternoon.On Saturday, the news broke that Richard Elias passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 61. Since appointed to the District 5 seat in 2002 to replace Grijalva's father, Raul Grijalva, Elias served on the Board of Supervisors for nearly 18 years.With Elias'
  
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• Three Local Restaurants Provide Meals for Essential Workers

  31-03-2020 18:48
  
  Prep & Pastry, Commoner & Co. and eegee's have partnered up to deliver donated breakfasts, lunches, and dinners to grocery store workers throughout Tucson today.…
  
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• The Latest: Coronavirus deaths in US surpass China’s

  31-03-2020 18:42
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Italy hits “plateau” in its infection rate.— U.S. State Department official dies from virus.— Top Moscow doctor tests positive, shook Putin’s hand.___NEW YORK — The U.S. death toll from the coronavirus climbed pa
  
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• US death toll from coronavirus eclipses China’s official count; CNN anchor Chris Cuomo is infected

  31-03-2020 18:14
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — US death toll from coronavirus eclipses China’s official count; CNN anchor Chris Cuomo is infected.
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• Police: 63-year-old dies after motorcycle collision

  31-03-2020 18:13
  
  TUCSON - Police identified the victim of a fatal motorcycle collision on Tuesday.Tucson Police Department says Magdi A. Nafeh, 63, died on Saturday from injuries sustained on the incident on March 22 at the intersection of E. Wrightstown and N. Pantano roads.
  According to a news release, Nafeh was transported to Banner - University Medical Center with life-threatening injuries.
  According to witness interviews conducted by TPD, Nafeh collided with an Ford SUV in the intersection.
  Police say the d
  
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• Consuelo Hernandez Expected to Run for Elias' Seat

  31-03-2020 18:12
  
  There are now two Democratic candidates running for the Pima County Supervisors District 5 seat left vacant after Supervisor Richard Elias died this past Saturday. Consuelo Hernandez filed a Statement of Interest as well as a Statement of Organization with the Pima County Elections Department on Monday, according to Mary Martinson, elections unit supervisor for Pima County Elections Department.…
  
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• Your Southern AZ Coronavirus AM Roundup for Tuesday, March 31: 1,289 Confirmed Cases in the State; 24 Now Dead; Ducey Tells Arizonans To Stay Home; School Year Canceled; Nursing Home Outbreak

  31-03-2020 18:03
  
  The coronavirus has now killed 24 people statewide, including six in Pima County, as of Tuesday, March 31, according to the morning report from the Arizona Department of Health Services.
  A total of 1,289 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Arizona.…
  
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• LATEST: 1,289 cases of COVID-19 reported in Arizona, 24 deaths

  31-03-2020 18:02
  
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  PHOENIX - Health officials reported Tuesday morning that there are 1,289COVID-19 cases in Arizona.
  Two hundred and two of those cases are reported in Pima County.Officials also reported 24 deaths in connection to the virus.On March 30, Gov. Doug Ducey ordered a "stay-at-home" order, which will go into effect at 5 p.m. on Tuesday. The decision was made after Arizona Department of Health Services released that there have been more than 1,000 confirmed cases of the coronavirus in the state.
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• Visitors advised to avoid Rose Canyon Lake April 2 through 5

  31-03-2020 17:56
  
  TUCSON – Visitors to Mt. Lemmon are asked to avoid the vicinity of Rose Canyon Lake from Thursday to Sunday, as helicopter rescue training will be taking place in the area.Firefighters are being trained in Emergency Medical Short-Haul, medical air evacuation using helicopters to transport one or more people suspended on a long line.Short-haul is a means to provide emergency rescue capability for firefighters and other agency personnel in remote and otherwise inaccessible areas.
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• The Latest: Italy health official says nation hits ‘plateau’

  31-03-2020 17:56
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— U.S. State Department official dies from virus.— Top Moscow doctor tests positive, shook Putin’s hand.— With highest death toll, Italy holds minute of silence.___ROME — The head of Italy’s national institutes of healt
  
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• Coronavirus: Addiction recovery in isolation

  31-03-2020 17:36
  
  (NBC News)  Efforts to slow the spread of coronavirus are forcing the cancellation of in-person alcohol and drug recovery meetings, putting those who are working to stay sober at a heightened risk of relapse."Suddenly we're being told to socially distance ourselves, we're not allowed to hold hands and say the serenity prayer like we're used to," says William Moyers, vice president of public affairs for the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation.  He's been in recovery since 1994.
   
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• The Latest: U.S. State Department official dies from virus

  31-03-2020 17:33
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— U.S. State Department official has died from virus.— Top Moscow doctor positive, shook Putin’s hand.— With highest death toll, Italy holds minute of silence.___WASHINGTON — Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says a State Depart
  
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• Scammers prey on coronavirus fears

  31-03-2020 17:31
  
  (NBC News)  With coronavirus fears heightened and many businesses shut down, scammers are taking advantage.The Better Business Bureau is seeing a surge in COVID-19 related scams, many in the form of robocalls, looking to steal money and personal information.Some are offering coronavirus insurance, vent cleaning or testing."Anytime someone starts asking for personal information, you need to stop at that point hang up the phone," warns the Better Business Bureau's Dolores Salinas.  "Call
  
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• The Latest: Tokyo governor concerned about single-day record

  31-03-2020 17:04
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— Top Moscow doctor positive, shook Putin’s hand.— Spain records its highest number of new deaths from virus.— With highest death toll, Italy holds minute of silence.___TOKYO — Tokyo reported 78 confirmed cases of the coronav
  
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• Some Instacart, Amazon workers strike as jobs get riskier

  31-03-2020 17:00
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — Some Instacart and Amazon warehouse workers have walked off the job to demand greater safeguards against the coronavirus.Both companies are speed-hiring hundreds of thousands of new workers to handle a surge in delivery orders.
  The one-day strikes likely had a limited impact on consumers. The unrest called attention to mounting discontent among low-wage workers who are on the front lines of the pandemic, serving the needs of those who can keep safe working from home.Whole W
  
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• Walmart to begin temperature checks; make masks, gloves available

  31-03-2020 16:39
  
  One of the largest retailers is taking new safety measures to protect its employees and customers during the COVID-19 pandemic.In a Twitter post, Walmart announced Tuesday that they will begin temperature checks for all employees before their shifts. They will also have masks and gloves available for employees who want to wear them.
  Associate with a temperature of 100.0 degrees will be paid for reporting to work, however, they will be asked to return home and seek medical treatment. Walmart says
  
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• US consumer confidence drops sharply in March as virus starts to have impact

  31-03-2020 16:08
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — US consumer confidence drops sharply in March as virus starts to have impact.
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• The Latest: Top Moscow doctor positive, shook Putin’s hand

  31-03-2020 16:02
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— With highest death toll, Italy holds minute of silence.— Spain records its highest number of new deaths from virus.— Indonesia orders social distancing.___MOSCOW — The chief doctor of Moscow’s top hospital for coronavirus p
  
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• Stocks open slightly lower; market is on track for its biggest quarterly decline since the fourth quarter of 2008

  31-03-2020 15:33
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks open slightly lower; market is on track for its biggest quarterly decline since the fourth quarter of 2008.
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• The Latest: French president Macron visits mask factory

  31-03-2020 15:21
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— With highest death toll, Italy holds minute of silence.— Spain records its highest number of new deaths from virus.— Indonesia orders social distancing.___PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron visited a regional mask factory a
  
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• The Latest: Field hospital set up at Milan fairgrounds

  31-03-2020 14:36
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— With highest death toll, Italy holds minute of silence.— Spain records its highest number of new deaths from virus.— Indonesia orders social distancing.___MILAN — Italy constructed a 200-bed intensive care field hospital at the M
  
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• Toasty temperatures the rest of the week!

  31-03-2020 14:00
  
  TUCSON - Clouds increase with highs in the mid 80s in the warmest spots this afternoon! We'll remain above average the rest of the week.Today: Mix of sun and clouds and warm. High: 85°Tonight: Partly to mostly cloudy and mild. Low: 59°Tomorrow: Partly cloudy and warm. High: 86°Few high clouds today but that won't stop our temperatures from warming several degrees above average this afternoon. The warmest spots will reach the mid 80s with areas to the south and east of
  
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• The Latest: Indonesia to release prisoners to limit virus

  31-03-2020 13:46
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— With highest death toll, Italy holds minute of silence.— Spain records its highest number of new deaths from virus.— Chinese officials warn country’s epidemic isn’t over yet.___JAKARTA, Indonesia — Indonesia plans to
  
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• The Latest: City using drones to prevent public gatherings

  31-03-2020 12:55
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— Spain records its highest number of new deaths from virus.— Lithuania’s capital begins using drones to monitor public places.— Italy holds minute of silence.— Dubai to inject equity into Emirates airlines.___VILNIUS, Lithua
  
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• The Latest: Italy holds minute of silence for virus victims

  31-03-2020 12:38
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— With highest death toll, Italy holds minute of silence.— Spain records its highest number of new deaths from virus.— Chinese officials warn country’s epidemic isn’t over yet.___ROME — Italy has observed a minute of si
  
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• The Latest: Spain records its highest number of new deaths

  31-03-2020 12:16
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— Spain records its highest number of new deaths from virus.— Separate tally of coronavirus deaths in Britain shows 40 more deaths.— German zoos ask government for aid amid coronavirus crisis.___MADRID — Spain recorded on Tuesday 8
  
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• The Latest: Girl, 12, in Belgium dies from coronavirus

  31-03-2020 11:39
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— United States poised to surpass China’s toll of 3,300 deaths.— 12-year-old girl in Belgium dies of the coronavirus.— Russia registers 500 new cases of the virus.— China delays its national college entrance exam.___BRUSSELS
  
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• The Latest: Denmark considering gradual lift of restrictions

  31-03-2020 11:19
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:— United States poised to surpass China’s toll of 3,300 deaths.— Denmark and Finland reassess coronavirus restrictions.— Research firm says UK had busiest month in history at supermarkets.___COPENHAGEN, Denmark — Danish Prime
  
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