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07
The United States surpasses 27 million cases of COVID-19.
The United States surpasses 27 million cases of COVID-19. (KIRO-TV)
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Feb
08
2018–2021 Haitian protests Haitian opposition names judge Joseph Mécène Jean-Louis from the Supreme Court the new interim President of Haiti to lead a "transiti
2018–2021 Haitian protests Haitian opposition names judge Joseph Mécène Jean-Louis from the Supreme Court the new interim President of Haiti to lead a "transitional government" after arguing that incumbent Jovenel Moïse's term has expired and calling on him to step down. The Organization of American States considers that Moïse's five-year term ends in 2022 as he took office in 2017. (CNN)
Feb
08
Haitian opposition names judge Joseph Mécène Jean-Louis from the Supreme Court the new interim President of Haiti to lead a "transitional government" after argu
Haitian opposition names judge Joseph Mécène Jean-Louis from the Supreme Court the new interim President of Haiti to lead a "transitional government" after arguing that incumbent Jovenel Moïse's term has expired and calling on him to step down. The Organization of American States considers that Moïse's five-year term ends in 2022 as he took office in 2017. (CNN)
Feb
08
Attempts to overturn the 2020 United States presidential election, Trump–Raffensperger phone call Georgia officials launch an investigation into former U.S.
Attempts to overturn the 2020 United States presidential election, Trump–Raffensperger phone call Georgia officials launch an investigation into former U.S. President Donald Trump for several phone calls made urging officials such as Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to overturn Joe Biden's win in the state. (The New York Times)
Feb
08
Georgia officials launch an investigation into former U.S.
Georgia officials launch an investigation into former U.S. President Donald Trump for several phone calls made urging officials such as Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to overturn Joe Biden's win in the state. (The New York Times)
Feb
08
The Palau National Congress passes a joint resolution supporting the decision made by President Surangel Whipps Jr.
The Palau National Congress passes a joint resolution supporting the decision made by President Surangel Whipps Jr. to leave the Pacific Islands Forum. The National Congress says that the "gentleman's agreement was not honored". (RNZ)
Feb
08
COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state) COVID-19 pandemic in New York City New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announces that restaurants can bring back their indoor d
COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state) COVID-19 pandemic in New York City New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announces that restaurants can bring back their indoor dining from February 12, three days ahead of originally schedule on Valentine's Day Sunday. (The Wall Street Journal)
Feb
08
COVID-19 pandemic in New York City New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announces that restaurants can bring back their indoor dining from February 12, three days ahe
COVID-19 pandemic in New York City New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announces that restaurants can bring back their indoor dining from February 12, three days ahead of originally schedule on Valentine's Day Sunday. (The Wall Street Journal)
Feb
08
COVID-19 pandemic in Texas, 501.V2 variant The Houston Methodist Hospital reports Texas' first case of the 501.V2 variant in a man from Fort Bend County who rec
COVID-19 pandemic in Texas, 501.V2 variant The Houston Methodist Hospital reports Texas' first case of the 501.V2 variant in a man from Fort Bend County who recovered several weeks ago. This makes it the fourth state known to have this variant. (The Houston Chronicle)
Feb
08
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announces that restaurants can bring back their indoor dining from February 12, three days ahead of originally schedule on Valent
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announces that restaurants can bring back their indoor dining from February 12, three days ahead of originally schedule on Valentine's Day Sunday. (The Wall Street Journal)
Feb
08
The Houston Methodist Hospital reports Texas' first case of the 501.V2 variant in a man from Fort Bend County who recovered several weeks ago.
The Houston Methodist Hospital reports Texas' first case of the 501.V2 variant in a man from Fort Bend County who recovered several weeks ago. This makes it the fourth state known to have this variant. (The Houston Chronicle)
Feb
09
A court in Budapest rejects an appeal by independent radio station Klubrádió to have its broadcast license renewed by the government's media regulator, which sa
A court in Budapest rejects an appeal by independent radio station Klubrádió to have its broadcast license renewed by the government's media regulator, which says that the station had infringed rules. Klubrádió owner András Arató says that the station will appeal the decision at the Supreme Court. (AFP via Barron's)
Feb
09
Mass media in Hungary A court in Budapest rejects an appeal by independent radio station Klubrádió to have its broadcast license renewed by the government's med
Mass media in Hungary A court in Budapest rejects an appeal by independent radio station Klubrádió to have its broadcast license renewed by the government's media regulator, which says that the station had infringed rules. Klubrádió owner András Arató says that the station will appeal the decision at the Supreme Court. (AFP via Barron's)
Feb
09
COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia The government allows more businesses in retail sector and Mosques in most of Malaysia to reopen beginning tomorrow and allows res
COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia The government allows more businesses in retail sector and Mosques in most of Malaysia to reopen beginning tomorrow and allows restaurants to resume dine-in service with two people seat on the table despite COVID-19 cases in the country remains high. (The Straits Times)
Feb
09
COVID-19 pandemic in Peru Peru launches a vaccination program against COVID-19 two days after it received 300,000 doses of Sinopharm's BBIBP-CorV vaccine.
COVID-19 pandemic in Peru Peru launches a vaccination program against COVID-19 two days after it received 300,000 doses of Sinopharm's BBIBP-CorV vaccine. President Francisco Sagasti becomes the first person to get vaccinated. (Voice of America)
Feb
09
Former United States president Donald Trump's second impeachment trial begins.
Former United States president Donald Trump's second impeachment trial begins. (Reuters)
Feb
09
Peru launches a vaccination program against COVID-19 two days after it received 300,000 doses of Sinopharm's BBIBP-CorV vaccine.
Peru launches a vaccination program against COVID-19 two days after it received 300,000 doses of Sinopharm's BBIBP-CorV vaccine. President Francisco Sagasti becomes the first person to get vaccinated. (Voice of America)
Feb
09
Second impeachment trial of Donald Trump Former United States president Donald Trump's second impeachment trial begins.
Second impeachment trial of Donald Trump Former United States president Donald Trump's second impeachment trial begins. (Reuters) The United States Senate votes 56–44 to proceed with the impeachment trial, rejecting claims by Trump's attorneys that the proceeding is unconstitutional. (RTÉ)
Feb
09
The government allows more businesses in retail sector and Mosques in most of Malaysia to reopen beginning tomorrow and allows restaurants to resume dine-in ser
The government allows more businesses in retail sector and Mosques in most of Malaysia to reopen beginning tomorrow and allows restaurants to resume dine-in service with two people seat on the table despite COVID-19 cases in the country remains high. (The Straits Times)
Feb
09
2020–2021 United States racial unrest George Floyd protests, George Floyd protests in Richmond, Virginia A Ku Klux Klan member is sentenced to three years and e
2020–2021 United States racial unrest George Floyd protests, George Floyd protests in Richmond, Virginia A Ku Klux Klan member is sentenced to three years and eight months in prison for driving his pickup truck into Black Lives Matter protesters in Richmond, Virginia, during the summer. (The Washington Post)
Feb
09
2021 Myanmar protests, aftermath of the 2021 Myanmar coup d'état Demonstrations in Myanmar's capital Naypyidaw, continue in response to the military coup.
2021 Myanmar protests, aftermath of the 2021 Myanmar coup d'état Demonstrations in Myanmar's capital Naypyidaw, continue in response to the military coup. Riot police fire rubber bullets and use water cannons to disperse protesters. (BBC News) 90 townships in 30 cities, including Naypyidaw and all 44 townships in Yangon, are placed under curfew from 8:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. local time and all gatherings of more than five people are banned. (Myanmar Times)
Feb
09
A Ku Klux Klan member is sentenced to three years and eight months in prison for driving his pickup truck into Black Lives Matter protesters in Richmond, Virgin
A Ku Klux Klan member is sentenced to three years and eight months in prison for driving his pickup truck into Black Lives Matter protesters in Richmond, Virginia, during the summer. (The Washington Post)
Feb
09
COVID-19 pandemic in Equatorial Guinea Equatorial Guinea imposes a curfew from 7 p.m.
COVID-19 pandemic in Equatorial Guinea Equatorial Guinea imposes a curfew from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. local time for the first since the beginning of the pandemic and prohibits many leisure activities. The country also reduces domestic flights to once per day, and international flights to twice per week for domestic airlines and once per week for foreign airlines. (EWN)
Feb
09
COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, COVID-19 drug development The Food and Drug Administration grants emergency use authorization for Eli Lilly and Company'
COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, COVID-19 drug development The Food and Drug Administration grants emergency use authorization for Eli Lilly and Company's combination antibody therapy bamlanivimab/etesevimab for use in COVID-19 positive adults and children aged 12 and older who are at high risk of severe disease. (Bloomberg)
Feb
09
Demonstrations in Myanmar's capital Naypyidaw, continue in response to the military coup.
Demonstrations in Myanmar's capital Naypyidaw, continue in response to the military coup. Riot police fire rubber bullets and use water cannons to disperse protesters. (BBC News)
Feb
09
Equatorial Guinea imposes a curfew from 7 p.m.
Equatorial Guinea imposes a curfew from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. local time for the first since the beginning of the pandemic and prohibits many leisure activities. The country also reduces domestic flights to once per day, and international flights to twice per week for domestic airlines and once per week for foreign airlines. (EWN)
Feb
09
Five countries: Palau, the Federated States of Micronesia, the Marshall Islands, Kiribati and Nauru, officially withdraw from the Pacific Islands Forum over a d
Five countries: Palau, the Federated States of Micronesia, the Marshall Islands, Kiribati and Nauru, officially withdraw from the Pacific Islands Forum over a disagreement regarding the choice of the forum's new Secretary-General. (The Guardian)
Feb
09
George Floyd protests, George Floyd protests in Richmond, Virginia A Ku Klux Klan member is sentenced to three years and eight months in prison for driving his
George Floyd protests, George Floyd protests in Richmond, Virginia A Ku Klux Klan member is sentenced to three years and eight months in prison for driving his pickup truck into Black Lives Matter protesters in Richmond, Virginia, during the summer. (The Washington Post)
Feb
09
The United States Senate votes 56–44 to proceed with the impeachment trial, rejecting claims by Trump's attorneys that the proceeding is unconstitutional.
The United States Senate votes 56–44 to proceed with the impeachment trial, rejecting claims by Trump's attorneys that the proceeding is unconstitutional. (RTÉ)
Feb
10
Attempts to overturn the 2020 United States presidential election, Trump–Raffensperger phone call Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis opens a criminal i
Attempts to overturn the 2020 United States presidential election, Trump–Raffensperger phone call Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis opens a criminal investigation into former U.S. President Donald Trump for attempting to overturn Joe Biden's victory in Georgia, including conducting a phone call with Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger where he pressured Raffensperger to "find enough votes" for him. (NPR)
Feb
10
Donald Trump on social media, 2024 United States presidential election Twitter confirms that the ban on Donald Trump's account will remain permanent, even if he
Donald Trump on social media, 2024 United States presidential election Twitter confirms that the ban on Donald Trump's account will remain permanent, even if he were to run for president in 2024. (NBC News)
Feb
10
Twitter suspensions Donald Trump on social media, 2024 United States presidential election Twitter confirms that the ban on Donald Trump's account will remain p
Twitter suspensions Donald Trump on social media, 2024 United States presidential election Twitter confirms that the ban on Donald Trump's account will remain permanent, even if he were to run for president in 2024. (NBC News)
Feb
10
War in Afghanistan 2021 Afghanistan attacks Four bombings in the Afghan capital Kabul kill at least four people, including a district police chief and his bodyg
War in Afghanistan 2021 Afghanistan attacks Four bombings in the Afghan capital Kabul kill at least four people, including a district police chief and his bodyguard. Three others are reportedly wounded. (Reuters)
Feb
10
2021 Afghanistan attacks Four bombings in the Afghan capital Kabul kill at least four people, including a district police chief and his bodyguard.
2021 Afghanistan attacks Four bombings in the Afghan capital Kabul kill at least four people, including a district police chief and his bodyguard. Three others are reportedly wounded. (Reuters)
Feb
10
Capital punishment in Pakistan The Supreme Court of Pakistan commutes the death sentences of two schizophrenic prisoners after considering that if their illness
Capital punishment in Pakistan The Supreme Court of Pakistan commutes the death sentences of two schizophrenic prisoners after considering that if their illness makes them unable to comprehend the rationale of their crimes, the death sentence will not meet the ends of justice. The ruling is celebrated by human rights groups. (DW)
Feb
10
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis opens a criminal investigation into former U.S.
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis opens a criminal investigation into former U.S. President Donald Trump for attempting to overturn Joe Biden's victory in Georgia, including conducting a phone call with Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger where he pressured Raffensperger to "find enough votes" for him. (NPR)
Feb
10
Myanmar–United States relations, 2021 Myanmar coup d'état U.S.
Myanmar–United States relations, 2021 Myanmar coup d'état U.S. President Joe Biden announces sanctions on the military leaders who directed the coup in Myanmar. (CBS News)
Feb
10
Saudi Arabian–Yemeni border conflict The Houthis carry out a drone strike on Abha International Airport in Saudi Arabia, damaging a civilian aircraft.
Saudi Arabian–Yemeni border conflict The Houthis carry out a drone strike on Abha International Airport in Saudi Arabia, damaging a civilian aircraft. A Houthi spokesman says that the attack is in response to coalition airstrikes and other actions in Yemen. (Reuters)
Feb
10
The Supreme Court of Pakistan commutes the death sentences of two schizophrenic prisoners after considering that if their illness makes them unable to comprehen
The Supreme Court of Pakistan commutes the death sentences of two schizophrenic prisoners after considering that if their illness makes them unable to comprehend the rationale of their crimes, the death sentence will not meet the ends of justice. The ruling is celebrated by human rights groups. (DW)
Feb
10
Twitter confirms that the ban on Donald Trump's account will remain permanent, even if he were to run for president in 2024.
Twitter confirms that the ban on Donald Trump's account will remain permanent, even if he were to run for president in 2024. (NBC News)
Feb
10
California reports its first two cases of the 501.V2 variant in people from Alameda County and Santa Clara County.
California reports its first two cases of the 501.V2 variant in people from Alameda County and Santa Clara County. (The Los Angeles Times)
Feb
10
COVID-19 pandemic in California COVID-19 pandemic in the San Francisco Bay Area, 501.V2 variant California reports its first two cases of the 501.V2 variant in
COVID-19 pandemic in California COVID-19 pandemic in the San Francisco Bay Area, 501.V2 variant California reports its first two cases of the 501.V2 variant in people from Alameda County and Santa Clara County. (The Los Angeles Times)
Feb
10
COVID-19 pandemic in Florida, Lineage B.1.1.7 Florida surpasses 300 cases of the B.1.1.7 variant of SARS-CoV-2.
COVID-19 pandemic in Florida, Lineage B.1.1.7 Florida surpasses 300 cases of the B.1.1.7 variant of SARS-CoV-2. (Patch.com)
Feb
10
COVID-19 pandemic in Russia Russia surpasses four million cases of COVID-19, becoming the fourth country to do so after the United States, India, and Brazil.
COVID-19 pandemic in Russia Russia surpasses four million cases of COVID-19, becoming the fourth country to do so after the United States, India, and Brazil. (The Moscow Times)
Feb
10
COVID-19 pandemic in the San Francisco Bay Area, 501.V2 variant California reports its first two cases of the 501.V2 variant in people from Alameda County and S
COVID-19 pandemic in the San Francisco Bay Area, 501.V2 variant California reports its first two cases of the 501.V2 variant in people from Alameda County and Santa Clara County. (The Los Angeles Times)
Feb
10
Florida surpasses 300 cases of the B.1.1.7 variant of SARS-CoV-2.
Florida surpasses 300 cases of the B.1.1.7 variant of SARS-CoV-2. (Patch.com)
Feb
10
Four bombings in the Afghan capital Kabul kill at least four people, including a district police chief and his bodyguard.
Four bombings in the Afghan capital Kabul kill at least four people, including a district police chief and his bodyguard. Three others are reportedly wounded. (Reuters)
Feb
10
Indonesia's National Transportation Safety Committee issues a preliminary report into the crash of Sriwijaya Air Flight 182, which reveals that a malfunctioning
Indonesia's National Transportation Safety Committee issues a preliminary report into the crash of Sriwijaya Air Flight 182, which reveals that a malfunctioning cockpit throttle caused the left engine of the aircraft to lose power before it plunged into the Java Sea. (Voice of America)
Feb
10
Russia surpasses four million cases of COVID-19, becoming the fourth country to do so after the United States, India, and Brazil.
Russia surpasses four million cases of COVID-19, becoming the fourth country to do so after the United States, India, and Brazil. (The Moscow Times)
Feb
10
Sriwijaya Air Flight 182 Indonesia's National Transportation Safety Committee issues a preliminary report into the crash of Sriwijaya Air Flight 182, which reve
Sriwijaya Air Flight 182 Indonesia's National Transportation Safety Committee issues a preliminary report into the crash of Sriwijaya Air Flight 182, which reveals that a malfunctioning cockpit throttle caused the left engine of the aircraft to lose power before it plunged into the Java Sea. (Voice of America)
Feb
11
National Emergency Concerning the Southern Border of the United States U.S.
National Emergency Concerning the Southern Border of the United States U.S. President Joe Biden ends former President Donald Trump's nearly two-year emergency declaration on the Mexico–United States border. (Politico)
Feb
11
The Greek parliament approves legislation to create a special police force in universities.
The Greek parliament approves legislation to create a special police force in universities. The measure faces opposition from various student groups, who describe it as "anti-democratic". (AFP via CNA)
Feb
11
California surpasses New York as the U.S.
California surpasses New York as the U.S. state with the highest number of COVID-19 deaths. (CBS News)
Feb
11
China and India will withdraw troops around Pangong Lake in a disputed area of eastern Kashmir following sustained talks between the two countries.
China and India will withdraw troops around Pangong Lake in a disputed area of eastern Kashmir following sustained talks between the two countries. Tensions have been high since border clashes last year killed dozens. (BBC News)
Feb
11
COVID-19 pandemic in Australia South Australia tightens its border restrictions with Victoria due to an increase in COVID-19 cases in Victoria.
COVID-19 pandemic in Australia South Australia tightens its border restrictions with Victoria due to an increase in COVID-19 cases in Victoria. Travelers from Melbourne will be banned from entering South Australia, though people living in other parts of the state will still be permitted to cross the border. (ABC Australia)
Feb
11
COVID-19 pandemic in California California surpasses New York as the U.S.
COVID-19 pandemic in California California surpasses New York as the U.S. state with the highest number of COVID-19 deaths. (CBS News)
Feb
11
COVID-19 pandemic in Germany Germany will close its border with the Czech Republic and Austria's Tyrol region beginning on the evening of February 14 because of
COVID-19 pandemic in Germany Germany will close its border with the Czech Republic and Austria's Tyrol region beginning on the evening of February 14 because of a high risk of variants of SARS-CoV-2. (Eurozone)
Feb
11
COVID-19 pandemic in Washington, D.C., Variants of SARS-CoV-2 Washington, D.C.
COVID-19 pandemic in Washington, D.C., Variants of SARS-CoV-2 Washington, D.C. confirms its first cases of the 501.V2 variant from South Africa and the UK variant of SARS-CoV-2. (WRC-TV)
Feb
11
Germany will close its border with the Czech Republic and Austria's Tyrol region beginning on the evening of February 14 because of a high risk of variants of S
Germany will close its border with the Czech Republic and Austria's Tyrol region beginning on the evening of February 14 because of a high risk of variants of SARS-CoV-2. (Eurozone)
Feb
11
Sino-Indian border dispute China and India will withdraw troops around Pangong Lake in a disputed area of eastern Kashmir following sustained talks between the
Sino-Indian border dispute China and India will withdraw troops around Pangong Lake in a disputed area of eastern Kashmir following sustained talks between the two countries. Tensions have been high since border clashes last year killed dozens. (BBC News)
Feb
11
Six people are killed and at least 65 others are injured during a 133-vehicle accident following freezing rain near Fort Worth, Texas, United States.
Six people are killed and at least 65 others are injured during a 133-vehicle accident following freezing rain near Fort Worth, Texas, United States. (KXAS-TV)
Feb
11
South Australia tightens its border restrictions with Victoria due to an increase in COVID-19 cases in Victoria.
South Australia tightens its border restrictions with Victoria due to an increase in COVID-19 cases in Victoria. Travelers from Melbourne will be banned from entering South Australia, though people living in other parts of the state will still be permitted to cross the border. (ABC Australia)
Feb
12
2021 Italian government crisis Prime Minister-designate Mario Draghi meets with President Sergio Mattarella and presents the list of proposed ministers for his
2021 Italian government crisis Prime Minister-designate Mario Draghi meets with President Sergio Mattarella and presents the list of proposed ministers for his cabinet. Draghi's oath of office is scheduled for tomorrow at 12:00 p.m. local time. (ANSA)
Feb
12
Aftermath of the 2021 storming of the United States Capitol The United States Senate votes by unanimous consent to award United States Capitol Police officer Eu
Aftermath of the 2021 storming of the United States Capitol The United States Senate votes by unanimous consent to award United States Capitol Police officer Eugene Goodman the Congressional Gold Medal for keeping rioters away from the Senate chamber during the storming of the United States Capitol. (The Washington Post)
Feb
12
Prime Minister-designate Mario Draghi meets with President Sergio Mattarella and presents the list of proposed ministers for his cabinet.
Prime Minister-designate Mario Draghi meets with President Sergio Mattarella and presents the list of proposed ministers for his cabinet. Draghi's oath of office is scheduled for tomorrow at 12:00 p.m. local time. (ANSA)
Feb
12
The United States Senate votes by unanimous consent to award United States Capitol Police officer Eugene Goodman the Congressional Gold Medal for keeping rioter
The United States Senate votes by unanimous consent to award United States Capitol Police officer Eugene Goodman the Congressional Gold Medal for keeping rioters away from the Senate chamber during the storming of the United States Capitol. (The Washington Post)
Feb
12
2020–2021 United States racial unrest, Black Lives Matter protests in New York City A Black Lives Matter protest turned violent in New York City, resulting in n
2020–2021 United States racial unrest, Black Lives Matter protests in New York City A Black Lives Matter protest turned violent in New York City, resulting in nearly a dozen arrests and injuries among police officers. The New York Police Department said two officers were injured during the march in midtown Manhattan. (The Washington Examiner)
Feb
12
A Black Lives Matter protest turned violent in New York City, resulting in nearly a dozen arrests and injuries among police officers.
A Black Lives Matter protest turned violent in New York City, resulting in nearly a dozen arrests and injuries among police officers. The New York Police Department said two officers were injured during the march in midtown Manhattan. (The Washington Examiner)
Feb
12
A French presidency official and a senior Chadian official announce that Chad will reinforce their troops by 1,000 in order to fight jihadists in the border reg
A French presidency official and a senior Chadian official announce that Chad will reinforce their troops by 1,000 in order to fight jihadists in the border regions of Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso. It will be formally announced in a summit on February 15–16. (Reuters)
Feb
12
COVID-19 pandemic in Europe COVID-19 pandemic in Greece Greece extends their full lockdown to Achaia and the island of Euboea beginning February 13 in an attemp
COVID-19 pandemic in Europe COVID-19 pandemic in Greece Greece extends their full lockdown to Achaia and the island of Euboea beginning February 13 in an attempt to reduce the spread of COVID-19. (Ekathimerini) COVID-19 pandemic in Russia, COVID-19 pandemic in Serbia Russia gives a preliminary approval for its Sputnik V vaccine to be manufactured in Serbia. (The Moscow Times) COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom The United Kingdom surpasses four million cases of COVID-19, becoming the fifth country to do so after the United States, India, Brazil, and Russia. (The Independent)
Feb
12
COVID-19 pandemic in New York New York governor Andrew Cuomo announces to extend the operating hours of indoor dining in restaurants in New York City to 11:00 p
COVID-19 pandemic in New York New York governor Andrew Cuomo announces to extend the operating hours of indoor dining in restaurants in New York City to 11:00 p.m. EST beginning from Valentine's Day as it expands their curfew on restaurants and bars statewide. (WCBS-TV)
Feb
12
COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom The United Kingdom surpasses four million cases of COVID-19, becoming the fifth country to do so after the United States
COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom The United Kingdom surpasses four million cases of COVID-19, becoming the fifth country to do so after the United States, India, Brazil, and Russia. (The Independent)
Feb
12
COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in New York New York governor Andrew Cuomo announces to extend the operating hours of indoor dining in
COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in New York New York governor Andrew Cuomo announces to extend the operating hours of indoor dining in restaurants in New York City to 11:00 p.m. EST beginning from Valentine's Day as it expands their curfew on restaurants and bars statewide. (WCBS-TV) COVID-19 pandemic in New Hampshire, Lineage B.1.1.7 New Hampshire reports their first case of the B.1.1.7 variant in a person from Hillsborough County who had close contact with someone who travelled internationally. (Patch.com)
Feb
12
Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom The Office for National Statistics says that the economy of the United Kingdom has contracted by
Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom The Office for National Statistics says that the economy of the United Kingdom has contracted by a record 9.9% since the pandemic began, but has narrowly avoided a double-dip recession. This is nonetheless estimated to be the largest annual contraction since 1709. (BBC News)
Feb
12
Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, COVID-19 recession COVID-19 pandemic in Norway The Norwegian economy contracts by 2.5% in 2020 due to the impact of th
Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, COVID-19 recession COVID-19 pandemic in Norway The Norwegian economy contracts by 2.5% in 2020 due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, even as their Q4 GDP grew faster than expected by 1.9%. (Bloomberg) Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom The Office for National Statistics says that the economy of the United Kingdom has contracted by a record 9.9% since the pandemic began, but has narrowly avoided a double-dip recession. This is nonetheless estimated to be the largest annual contraction since 1709. (BBC News)