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• Colin Kaepernick donates $100,000 to start COVID-19 relief fund

  16-04-2020 23:42
  
  NEW YORK (AP) - Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick has started a COVID-19 relief fund to help raise awareness of the impact of the pandemic on minority communities.He opened the effort with a donation of $100,000.“Black and brown communities are being disproportionately devastated by COVID-19 because of hundreds of years of structural racism,” Kaepernick said in a post on his Instagram account.The 32-year-old Kaepernick sparked one of the biggest controversies in NFL histor
  
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• The Latest: US gives rare aid to Palestinians to fight virus

  16-04-2020 23:35
  
  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:— White House guidelines call for phased reopening.— Trump to governors: “You’re going to call your own shots.”— Italy to start immunity tests in early May.— Virus reaches “long plateau” in France, heal
  
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• COVID-19 relief bill estimated to cost taxpayers $1.8 trillion

  16-04-2020 23:31
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — The massive coronavirus relief bill passed virtually unanimously by Congress last month is estimated at costing taxpayers $1.8 trillion — slightly less than was projected at the time by the White House.
  That's according to the Congressional Budget Office, which says the difference is due to scorekeeping on $454 billion provided to back trillions of dollars in guaranteed loans by a Federal Reserve emergency lending facility, which won't have a deficit impact since th
  
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• New York extends home restrictions for another month

  16-04-2020 23:20
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — New York state will extend its stay-at-home restrictions at least through May 15.Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Thursday that transmission rates still need to be tamed as he prolonged the restrictions that have left most New Yorkers housebound. Meanwhile New York City is getting ready to use 11,000 empty hotel rooms for coronavirus quarantines.City officials also are grappling with a projected $7.4 billion loss in tax revenue because of the crisis.New York state recorded 606 COVID-
  
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• Raytheon awarded $13.72 million Navy Contract

  16-04-2020 23:00
  
  Raytheon employees in Tucson will lead the way on work for the United States Navy’s Evolved Sea Sparrow Missile system after a $13.7 million contract modification was awarded to the company on Wednesday.More than 90 percent of the work will be done in Tucson, according to a press release announcing the decision.…
  
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• Trump unveils phased approach to reopening economy

  16-04-2020 22:43
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — New White House guidelines outline a phased approach to restoring normal commerce and services, but only for places with strong testing and seeing a decrease in COVID-19 cases.
  President Donald Trump unveiled his administration's plans to ease social distancing requirements on a call Thursday with the nation's governors.
  The new guidelines are aimed at clearing the way for an easing of restrictions in areas with low transmission of the coronavirus, while keeping them in p
  
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• The Latest: White House guidelines call for phased reopening

  16-04-2020 22:37
  
  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:— White House guidelines call for phased reopening.— Trump to governors: “You’re going to call your own shots.”— Italy to start immunity tests in early May.— Virus reaches “long plateau” in France, heal
  
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• Postal Workers Say USPS Isn’t Telling Them When Colleagues Test Positive for COVID-19, Despite Promising To

  16-04-2020 22:30
  
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• Trump readies roadmap for economic recovery from virus

  16-04-2020 22:10
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is preparing to unveil national guidelines on when and how the country starts to recover from the sharp economic pain of the coronavirus pandemic. As he does so, a bipartisan panel of lawmakers is urging him to heed the advice of public health experts.
  The new guidelines are aimed at clearing the way for an easing of restrictions in areas with low transmission of the coronavirus, while keeping them in place in harder-hit places.
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• Registration for El Tour de Tucson begins Monday

  16-04-2020 21:54
  
  TUCSON - With an official date set for Nov. 21, the Banner – University Medicine 38th El Tour de Tucson will kick off registration on Monday, according to a release from Perimeter Bicycling shared Thursday.According to Perimeter Bicycling, Arizona’s longest-running bicycle event brings people of all ages together every year for a bike ride aimed to benefit dozens of charities. This year, there will be six routes participants will be able to ride through on Nov. 21 -100 mile
  
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• Brazilian health minister says on Twitter that President Jair Bolsonaro has fired him, amid dispute over virus policy

  16-04-2020 21:52
  
  RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Brazilian health minister says on Twitter that President Jair Bolsonaro has fired him, amid dispute over virus policy.
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• The Latest: Trump to governors: Reopening states their call

  16-04-2020 21:43
  
  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:— Trump to governors: “You’re going to call your own shots.”— Italy to start immunity tests in early May.— Virus reaches “long plateau” in France, health agency chief says.— Illinois nursing home record
  
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• Green Valley Fire District receives PPE donation from local mine amid COVID-19 crisis

  16-04-2020 21:36
  
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  TUCSON - With a historic demand for personal protective equipment affecting emergency agencies across the nation, Green Valley Fire District received a valuable donation on Thursday.According to officials, Freeport-McMoran Sierrita Mine recently donated a decent supply of PPE to the GVFD Station 153.GVFD said the donations included goggles, Tyvex suits and face shades.The department said these supplies will help their crews stay healthy when aiding the community durin
  
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• Oklahoma woman arrested for allegedly coughing, sneezing on police officer

  16-04-2020 21:09
  
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  (KFOR/NBC News) An Oklahoma woman accused of purposely coughing and sneezing on a police officer is now charged with terroristic hoax.Body cameras camptured the incident after Ponca City police officers were first called to Cecelia Flores’ home because she was allegedly trying to drive drunk.“There was an intoxicated female that was trying to get in a vehicle to leave,” said Ponca City Police Capt. Randy Tyner.After that issue was resolved, officers got ready
  
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• Claytoonz: Cheer Up, Sparkles

  16-04-2020 20:47
  
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• The Latest: Italy to start experimental immunity testing

  16-04-2020 20:45
  
  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 to start immunity tests in early May.— Virus reaches “long plateau” in France, health agency chief says.— British foreign secretary says China must explain virus’ origins.— Illinois nursing home records 23
  
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• There’s Been a Spike in People Dying at Home in Several Cities. That Suggests Coronavirus Deaths Are Higher Than Reported.

  16-04-2020 20:30
  
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• The Latest: French health chief says virus reaches ‘plateau’

  16-04-2020 20:24
  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:— Virus reaches “long plateau” in France, health agency chief says.— British foreign secretary says China must explain virus’ origins.— Illinois nursing home records 23 coronavirus deaths.— Canadian prime minister
  
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• Thursday is National Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day

  16-04-2020 20:23
  
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  Thursday is the perfect day to work from home.April 16 is National Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day.The day is supposed to create a laid back, relaxed atmosphere at the office.It takes on a different meaning now since many Americans are working from home because of the pandemic.It started in 2004 as a campaign to reward yourself after a late night of working to file taxes.Taxes are usually due on April 15.The due date to file this year ha
  
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• Brian Dennehy, two-time Tony winner and star of ‘First Blood’ and ‘Silverado’, dies at 81

  16-04-2020 20:20
  
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  NEW YORK (AP) — Brian Dennehy, the burly actor who started in films as a macho heavy and later in his career won plaudits for his stage work in plays by William Shakespeare, Anton Chekhov, Eugene O’Neill and Arthur Miller, has died. He was 81.Dennehy died Wednesday night of natural causes in New Haven, Connecticut, according to Kate Cafaro of ICM Partners, the actor's representatives.Known for his broad frame, booming voice and ability to play good g
  
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• Brian Dennehy, Tony-winning stage, screen actor, dies at 81

  16-04-2020 20:11
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — Brian Dennehy, the burly actor who started in films as a macho heavy and later in his career won plaudits for his stage work in plays by William Shakespeare, Anton Chekhov, Eugene O’Neill and Arthur Miller, has died. He was 81.Dennehy died Wednesday night of natural causes in New Haven, Connecticut, according to Kate Cafaro of ICM Partners, the actor’s representatives.Known for his broad frame, booming voice and ability to play good guys and bad guys with equal
  
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• Brian Dennehy, two-time Tony winner and ‘First Blood’ and ‘Silverado’ star, dies at 81

  16-04-2020 19:48
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — Brian Dennehy, two-time Tony winner and ‘First Blood’ and ‘Silverado’ star, dies at 81.
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• Jordan: Winning 6th NBA title with Bulls was ‘trying year’

  16-04-2020 19:35
  
  Photo: Lipofski Basketballphoto.com / CC BY-SA 3.0CHARLOTTE, N.C (AP) — Michael Jordan says his final NBA championship season with the Chicago Bulls as a “trying year.”
  Jordan told Good Morning America on Thursday via video conference from his home in Florida that the Bulls were all trying to enjoy that year "knowing (the dynasty) was coming to an end."
  Jordan appeared on the show to promote the “The Last Dance,” a 10-part documentary series focused on the final ye
  
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• Hospitals near ‘financial extinction’ from limits to prep for COVID-19

  16-04-2020 19:30
  
  WASHINGTON – Arizona hospitals are facing “dire financial consequences” and furloughing staff, as cutbacks meant to prepare for COVID-19 cases have instead cost them as much as $575 million a month, about 30-40% of normal revenues statewide.The cancellation of elective procedures meant to free up beds for potential coronavirus patients, combined with a drop in emergency room visits, has deprived hospitals of the “cash cows” they need to stay afloat in an industry t
  
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• The Latest: Britain’s Raab: China must address virus origins

  16-04-2020 19:29
  
  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:— British foreign secretary says China must explain virus’ origins.— After being confined to resorts, virus reaches Maldives capital.— Illinois nursing home records 23 coronavirus deaths.— Canadian prime minister saysU.S. bord
  
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• The Latest: Illinois nursing home records 23 COVID-19 deaths

  16-04-2020 18:43
  
  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:— Illinois nursing home records 23 coronavirus deaths.— Deaths in Italy continue to plateau with no major decline.— Canadian prime minister says U.S. border won’t open anytime soon.— United Kingdom to stay on lockdown for at l
  
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• Trump Administration Officials Warned Against Halting Funding to WHO, Leaked Memo Shows

  16-04-2020 18:30
  
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• The Latest: Deaths in Italy continue to plateau, not decline

  16-04-2020 18:30
  
  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:— Deaths in Italy continue to plateau with no major decline.— Canadian prime minister says U.S. border won’t open anytime soon.— United Kingdom to stay on lockdown for at least three more weeks.— Foreign ministers call for str
  
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• U.K. government extends national lockdown for at least three more weeks to slow country’s coronavirus outbreak.

  16-04-2020 18:07
  
  LONDON (AP) — U.K. government extends national lockdown for at least three more weeks to slow country’s coronavirus outbreak.
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• Your Southern AZ COVID-19 Roundup for Thursday, April 16: State's Confirmed Cases Top 4K; 160 Now Dead; Local Governments Bracing for Budget Hit

  16-04-2020 18:05
  
  The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Arizona had topped 4,200 as of Thursday, April 16, according to the morning report from the Arizona Department of Health Services.Pima County had seen 760 of the state’s 4,234 confirmed cases.The coronavirus had killed 160 people statewide, including 37 in Pima County, according to the report.In Maricopa County, the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases had risen to 2,264. Because testing still lags in Arizona, health officials say those numbers u
  
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• Your Southern AZ COVID-19 AM Roundup for Thursday, April 16: State's Confirmed Cases Top 4K; 160 Now Dead; Local Governments Bracing for Budget Hit

  16-04-2020 18:05
  
  The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Arizona had topped 4,200 as of Thursday, April 16, according to the morning report from the Arizona Department of Health Services.Pima County had seen 760 of the state’s 4,234 confirmed cases.The coronavirus had killed 160 people statewide, including 37 in Pima County, according to the report.In Maricopa County, the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases had risen to 2,264. Because testing still lags in Arizona, health officials say those numbers u
  
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• COVID-19 in Arizona: 4,234 cases, 150 deaths

  16-04-2020 18:04
  
  PHOENIX - Arizona reported 8 more deaths of the coronavirus on Thursday, bringing the total to 150.According to newly released data, there are 4,234 COVID-19 cases. That's up 272 since Wednesday.
  In Pima County, there are 760 cases, 37 deaths have been reported.
  More than 47,000 people have been tested for COVID-19, according to the Arizona Department of Health Services.
  Other local COVID-19 news:The Maricopa County Department of Public Health said Wednesday the rate of growth in hospitalization
  
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• The Latest: US Navy says 6 sailors hospitalized for virus

  16-04-2020 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:— German foreign minister: WHO is backbone of virus fight.— Britain’s death total reaches nearly 14,000.
  — Prince William opens new field hospital in Birmingham.— Prime Minister Shinzo Abe issues state of emergency for Japan._
  
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• The Latest: Germany minister: WHO backbone of virus fight

  16-04-2020 17:25
  
  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:— German foreign minister: WHO is backbone of virus fight.— Britain’s death total reaches nearly 14,000.
  — Prince William opens new field hospital in Birmingham.— Prime Minister Shinzo Abe issues state of emergency for Japan._
  
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• Russian President Vladimir Putin has postponed a 75th anniversary World War II victory parade due to the coronavirus

  16-04-2020 17:19
  
  MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin has postponed a 75th anniversary World War II victory parade due to the coronavirus.
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• Missing 84-year-old Paradise Valley woman found dead in yard

  16-04-2020 17:18
  
  PARADISE VALLEY, Ariz. (AP) — An 84-year-old Paradise Valley woman who had been missing for nearly a month has been found dead, police said Wednesday.They said Laleah “Jo” Ebentier was discovered dead in the backyard of a Paradise Valley home and foul play isn’t suspected.Police believe Ebentier may have received a courtesy ride before she went missing on April 8.Authorities said the woman suffered from dementia and also had physical problems that limited her mobility.The
  
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• Maricopa County says coronavirus hospitalizations slowing

  16-04-2020 17:15
  
  PHOENIX (AP) — Public health officials in Arizona's largest county say they're seeing improvements in the number of people hospitalized for the coronavirus.
  The Maricopa County Department of Public Health said Wednesday the rate of growth in hospitalizations is slowing. Officials say that's likely due to the social distancing measures that have closed businesses and left people avoiding large gatherings.
  "This is exactly why the governor put protective measures in place," Dr. Rebecca Sunen
  
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• Record 22 million have sought US jobless aid since virus

  16-04-2020 16:57
  
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  WASHINGTON (AP) — The wave of layoffs that has engulfed the U.S. economy since the coronavirus struck forced 5.2 million more people to seek unemployment benefits last week.About 22 million have sought jobless benefits in the past month — easily the worst stretch of U.S. job losses on record.
  All told, nearly 12 million people are now receiving unemployment checks, roughly matching
  
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• The Latest: Britain’s death tally reaches nearly 14,000

  16-04-2020 16:36
  
  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:— Britain’s death total reaches nearly 14,000.
  — Prince William opens new field hospital in Birmingham.— Prime Minister Shinzo Abe issues state of emergency for Japan.___LONDON — Britain has recorded another 861 coronavirus de
  
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• The Latest: Prince William opens hospital in Birmingham

  16-04-2020 15:41
  
  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:— Prince William opens new field hospital in Birmingham.— Prime Minister Shinzo Abe issues state of emergency for Japan.— Spain records sharp increase in virus infections; officials say due to broader testing.___LONDON — Prince Will
  
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• Tucson Together: Local artist highlights united community during COVID-19 crisis

  16-04-2020 14:55
  
  A local property group is using art to remind the community we are in this together during the coronavirus crisis. LoveBlock Partners commissioned a mural in downtown Tucson by local artist Jessica Gonzales. The mural is located on the east side of The Playground building, 278 E Congress St.
  The mural includes typography from different iconic businesses to highlight a united community. “So the T is from the Old Tucson sign, the O from the Fox Theater, the G is from Hotel Con
  
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• The Latest: Russia will accept Trump’s offer of ventilators

  16-04-2020 14:47
  
  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:— Prime Minister Shinzo Abe issues state of emergency for Japan.— Leaked letter shows leaders in social care are critical of the British government.— Spain records sharp increase in virus infections; officials say due to broader testing.&
  
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• 5.2 million more seek jobless aid as number of laid-off people since virus struck keeps mounting

  16-04-2020 14:32
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — 5.2 million more seek jobless aid as number of laid-off people since virus struck keeps mounting.
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• The Latest: Japan PM issues state of emergency for nation

  16-04-2020 13:58
  
  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:— Prime Minister Shinzo Abe issues state of emergency for Japan.— Leaked letter shows leaders in social care are critical of the British government.— Spain records sharp increase in virus infections; officials say it’s due to broade
  
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• The Latest: Leaked letter shows criticism of UK government

  16-04-2020 12:57
  
  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:— Nurses suspended for refusing COVD-19 care without N95 mask.— Leaked letter shows leaders in social care are critical of the British government.— Spain records sharp increase in virus infections, but officials say it’s due to broa
  
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• The Latest: WHO leader: Agency has received global support

  16-04-2020 12:29
  
  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:— Nurses suspended for refusing COVD-19 care without N95 mask.— The head of the World Health Organization’s Europe office hails a show of support from around the world.— Thousands of people register to fly to Germany to help with ha
  
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• The Latest: China refutes allegations about origin of virus

  16-04-2020 11:58
  
  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:— China, Europe show that restarting virus-hit economies is not easy.— China refutes allegations that the coronavirus pandemic originated at a lab near Wuhan.— Serbia police open investigation into a video of an officer beating a man.___B
  
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• The Latest: Serbia police investigate officer beating of man

  16-04-2020 11:17
  
  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:— China, Europe show that restarting virus-hit economies is not easy.— Serbia police open investigation into a video of an officer beating a man.— Cargo traffic at the Port of Rotterdam sinks by 9.3%.___BELGRADE, Serbia — Police in
  
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• The Latest: British government expected to extend lockdown

  16-04-2020 10:55
  
  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:— China, Europe show that restarting virus-hit economies is not easy.— The British government is expected to extend its nationwide lockdown for several more weeks.— Japan’s prime minister considers expanding the country’s stat
  
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• The Latest: Veteran, 99, walks 100 laps and raises millions

  16-04-2020 10:39
  
  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:— China, Europe show that restarting virus-hit economies is not easy.— 99-year-old veteran walks 100 laps to raise money for the National Health Service.— The European Union will reshape its budget to focus on tackling the new coronavirus
  
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