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Latin America struggles to contain COVID-19 pandemic
As crisis grows in Latin America, health body says region is behind Europe by six weeks and yet to see peak.
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Coronavirus: Sweden stands firm over its controversial COVID-19 approach
Laughing couples in open restaurants and friends socialising in city parks - Sweden's approach to the coronavirus pandemic is almost unique in Europe. The Scandinavian country has raised questions for its handling of the global health...
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Spike in coronavirus cases on West Coast
British Columbia reported seven new cases of COVID-19 and two are linked to community transmission, while neighbouring Washington state continues to see a rapid spread of coronavirus.
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Cancellations and closures need to balance safety and fear during coronavirus outbreak
The cancellation of large events or closing schools to try and contain the coronavirus need to strike a balance between prudence and panic, experts say.
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British Columbia ramps up response to coronavirus outbreak
Province’s plan focuses on delaying, containing and preparing for the spread of the virus and minimizing serious illness and economic impact.
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Trump tours Centres for Diseases Control
U.S. President Donald Trump tours the Centres for Diseases Control as COVID-19 cases in the country climb to 288.
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Coronavirus outbreak: Quarantine stories go viral online
Many people are sharing their experience of dealing with being in lockdown.
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COVID-19 is taking a toll on public health officials | The Weekly with Wendy Mesley
Public health officials have become the face of Canada’s plan to combat the virus.
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Extreme measures to contain coronavirus in China
China is undertaking some extreme measures to try and contain the coronavirus including putting people in so-called containment centres inside school gymnasiums and sports stadiums.
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Forest Fire Service crews keep 50% containment as the Jones Road Wildfire grows to 15,250 acres
There are still four structures threatened by the fire, but all evacuations are lifted for the approximately 5,000 residents who evacuated on Tuesday.
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Munich Security Conference: President Zelensky hails discussions with US Vice President Vance
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US Vice President JD Vance held bilateral talks on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference. The Vice President stated that the United States is aiming for a durable peace in Ukraine,...
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U.S. President Trump to visit California wildfire disaster area today
U.S. President Trump to visit California wildfire disaster area today
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Palisades, Eaton fires growing and remain mostly out of control
10 are confirmed dead as the fires continue burning.
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How a transport truck fire reignited concerns about hazardous materials on the Ambassador Bridge
When a truck travelling across the Ambassador Bridge on Friday caught fire, it was not carrying hazardous materials. But Windsor's mayor says the fire, and the resulting spill, are evidence the risk to the river is too great, calling on...
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Officials: Wildfire near Lakewood Country Club now 75% contained
Officials say the fire, which began Monday afternoon, has burned 35 acres of land.
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'I lost everything': Fast-moving wildfire north of L.A. grows
The Mountain Fire, which started earlier this week in California's Ventura County, has grown to more than 80 square kilometres in size and prompted evacuation orders for some 10,000 people.
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2 more deaths reported in devastating Los Angeles area wildfires
Officials said the Palisades Fire was at least 21% contained and the Eaton Fire was almost 50% contained as of Thursday morning — over a week after the blazes both began. (Scripps News)
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Will LA Wildfires Continue as High Winds Set to Return?
Bloomberg's John Gittelsohn discusses the wildfires in Los Angeles, California and whether or not there is concern that wildfires may continue as high winds are set to return. He also shares his insight on what the funding and rebuilding...
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All wildfires burning in LA have some level of containment for first time this week
Officials said during a press conference that mutual aid resources are arriving from Canada on Friday to help with response efforts. (Scripps News)
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LA Fires Update: Progress Made Against Palisades Fire
Firefighters are slowly seeing some success containing the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, with containment growing to 8% as the blaze grew to 20,348 acres. LA Fire Department Fire Chief Kristin Crowley says stronger wind gusts will test...
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LA Fire Chief Says Two Killed, Many Injured in Wildfires
Los Angeles County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone provides an update on the wildfires raging in the Los Angeles area, fueled by powerful Santa Ana winds.
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Interview with Professor Dame Jenny Harries as Government opens huge vaccine centre
Interview with Professor Dame Jenny Harries, chief executive of UKHSA as the Government unveil a state-of-the-art vaccine research facility.
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US Ambassador Rahm Emanuel Slams Xi on China's Economy
"To me Xi has done more work in containing China and affecting China's rise economically than anybody else," says US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel ahead of a visit to Beijing by Secretary of State Antony Blinken. He spoke with Kriti...