World 2020 Timeline

Oct

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COVID-19 pandemic in Romania Romania reports 6,491 COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, the highest daily count since the start of the pandemic and the first ti

COVID-19 pandemic in Romania Romania reports 6,491 COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, the highest daily count since the start of the pandemic and the first time the country has reported over 6,000 cases. (Romania Insider)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 29, 2020

Oct

29

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COVID-19 pandemic in Russia Russia reports 17,717 new cases and 366 new deaths in the last 24 hours.

COVID-19 pandemic in Russia Russia reports 17,717 new cases and 366 new deaths in the last 24 hours. It is the largest jump in the number of cases and deaths since the beginning of the pandemic. (The Moscow Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 29, 2020

Oct

29

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COVID-19 pandemic in Sweden Sweden reports 2,820 new infections in the past 24 hours, a new record in a single day since the pandemic began, bringing the total

COVID-19 pandemic in Sweden Sweden reports 2,820 new infections in the past 24 hours, a new record in a single day since the pandemic began, bringing the total number of cases to 121,167. (Swiss Info)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 29, 2020

Oct

29

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COVID-19 pandemic in Switzerland, COVID-19 pandemic in Liechtenstein Switzerland reports 9,386 new infections, a new record since the pandemic began, taking the

COVID-19 pandemic in Switzerland, COVID-19 pandemic in Liechtenstein Switzerland reports 9,386 new infections, a new record since the pandemic began, taking the total caseload in Switzerland and Liechtenstein to 145,044. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 29, 2020

Oct

29

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COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Illinois Illinois records 6,363 new cases, a new single-day record.

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Illinois Illinois records 6,363 new cases, a new single-day record. (WGN-TV) COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan Michigan records 3,675 new cases, a new single-day record. (MLive.com) Michigan announces new restrictions on gatherings amid rise of cases. (MLive.com) COVID-19 pandemic in Oregon Oregon records 575 new cases, a new single-day record. (The Oregonian) Nationally, 87,164 new cases are reported, a new single-day record. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 29, 2020

Oct

29

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COVID-19 pandemic in Tunisia Tunisia announces new measures that include a nighttime curfew, which will remain in effect until November 15.

COVID-19 pandemic in Tunisia Tunisia announces new measures that include a nighttime curfew, which will remain in effect until November 15. In addition, movement between provinces without essential reasons will be prohibited, schools will be suspended until November 8 and demonstrations, access to places of worship and gatherings of more than four people in public will also be prohibited. (Anadolu Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 29, 2020

Oct

29

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Hurricane Zeta kills five people and leaves 2 million without power.

Hurricane Zeta kills five people and leaves 2 million without power. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 29, 2020

Oct

29

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Hurricane Zeta weakens to a tropical storm.

Hurricane Zeta weakens to a tropical storm. (National Hurricane Center)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 29, 2020

Oct

29

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Landslides and flash floods caused by Typhoon Molave leave at least 35 people dead and over 50 others missing in central Vietnam.

Landslides and flash floods caused by Typhoon Molave leave at least 35 people dead and over 50 others missing in central Vietnam. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 29, 2020

Oct

29

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Romania reports 6,491 COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, the highest daily count since the start of the pandemic and the first time the country has reported o

Romania reports 6,491 COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, the highest daily count since the start of the pandemic and the first time the country has reported over 6,000 cases. (Romania Insider)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 29, 2020

Oct

29

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Russia reports 17,717 new cases and 366 new deaths in the last 24 hours.

Russia reports 17,717 new cases and 366 new deaths in the last 24 hours. It is the largest jump in the number of cases and deaths since the beginning of the pandemic. (The Moscow Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 29, 2020

Oct

29

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Sweden reports 2,820 new infections in the past 24 hours, a new record in a single day since the pandemic began, bringing the total number of cases to 121,167.

Sweden reports 2,820 new infections in the past 24 hours, a new record in a single day since the pandemic began, bringing the total number of cases to 121,167. (Swiss Info)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 29, 2020

Oct

29

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Switzerland reports 9,386 new infections, a new record since the pandemic began, taking the total caseload in Switzerland and Liechtenstein to 145,044.

Switzerland reports 9,386 new infections, a new record since the pandemic began, taking the total caseload in Switzerland and Liechtenstein to 145,044. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 29, 2020

Oct

29

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The number of confirmed cases in Germany surges to a record of 16,774 new infections in the past 24 hours, according to Robert Koch Institute data, taking the t

The number of confirmed cases in Germany surges to a record of 16,774 new infections in the past 24 hours, according to Robert Koch Institute data, taking the total number since the beginning of the pandemic at 481,013. (RTL)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 29, 2020

Oct

29

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The number of new infections in Austria since the start of the pandemic rises by a record 4,453 cases in the past 24 hours.

The number of new infections in Austria since the start of the pandemic rises by a record 4,453 cases in the past 24 hours. (OE24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 29, 2020

Oct

30

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2020 Aegean Sea earthquake An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.0 hits Greece and Turkey, with an epicentre in the Aegean Sea.

2020 Aegean Sea earthquake An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.0 hits Greece and Turkey, with an epicentre in the Aegean Sea. Flooding and destruction of houses is reported in Samos, where two people have died, and Izmir, where 20 people have died and 786 injured. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2020

Oct

30

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An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.0 hits Greece and Turkey, with an epicentre in the Aegean Sea.

An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.0 hits Greece and Turkey, with an epicentre in the Aegean Sea. Flooding and destruction of houses is reported in Samos, where two people have died, and Izmir, where 20 people have died and 786 injured. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2020

Oct

30

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COVID-19 pandemic in Austria Austria reports a record increase of 5,627 new cases in the past 24 hours, bringing the cumulative nationwide total to 99,576 confi

COVID-19 pandemic in Austria Austria reports a record increase of 5,627 new cases in the past 24 hours, bringing the cumulative nationwide total to 99,576 confirmed cases. (Vienna.at)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2020

Oct

30

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COVID-19 pandemic in California COVID-19 pandemic in the San Francisco Bay Area San Francisco Mayor London Breed announces that the city will pause reopening du

COVID-19 pandemic in California COVID-19 pandemic in the San Francisco Bay Area San Francisco Mayor London Breed announces that the city will pause reopening due to an increase of cases. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2020

Oct

30

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COVID-19 pandemic in Germany Germany reports a record 18,681 new cases, pushing the total of confirmed cases near 500,000, according to data from the Robert Koc

COVID-19 pandemic in Germany Germany reports a record 18,681 new cases, pushing the total of confirmed cases near 500,000, according to data from the Robert Koch Institute, making it the third consecutive time the country sets a new record of daily infections. (RND)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2020

Oct

30

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COVID-19 pandemic in Iceland Iceland announces new restrictions, lowering its limit on public gatherings from 20 people to 10 people and suspending sporting act

COVID-19 pandemic in Iceland Iceland announces new restrictions, lowering its limit on public gatherings from 20 people to 10 people and suspending sporting activities and stage performances. The new restrictions will take effect tomorrow and last until November 17. (Reykjavik Grapevine)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2020

Oct

30

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COVID-19 pandemic in Iran Iran surpasses 600,000 COVID-19 cases.

COVID-19 pandemic in Iran Iran surpasses 600,000 COVID-19 cases. (Al-Arabiya English)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2020

Oct

30

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COVID-19 pandemic in Italy Italy reports a record 31,084 new cases in the last 24 hours, pushing the total of confirmed cases to 647,674.

COVID-19 pandemic in Italy Italy reports a record 31,084 new cases in the last 24 hours, pushing the total of confirmed cases to 647,674. (Il Sole 24 ORE)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2020

Oct

30

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COVID-19 pandemic in New Jersey New Jersey reports over 2,000 cases, its largest increase in cases during a one-day period since early May.

COVID-19 pandemic in New Jersey New Jersey reports over 2,000 cases, its largest increase in cases during a one-day period since early May. (News 12)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2020

Oct

30

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COVID-19 pandemic in Poland Poland reports 21,629 new cases, the largest jump in the number of cases since the start of the pandemic, bringing the total number

COVID-19 pandemic in Poland Poland reports 21,629 new cases, the largest jump in the number of cases since the start of the pandemic, bringing the total number of cases to 340,834. It also reaches 5,351 COVID-19 deaths, with 202 deaths in the last 24 hours. (Poland In)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2020

Oct

30

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COVID-19 pandemic in Portugal Portugal reports a record daily increase with 4,656 new cases, bringing the cumulative counts to 137,272 confirmed cases and 2,468

COVID-19 pandemic in Portugal Portugal reports a record daily increase with 4,656 new cases, bringing the cumulative counts to 137,272 confirmed cases and 2,468 deaths. (DGS)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2020

Oct

30

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COVID-19 pandemic in Spain Spain registers its record daily jump in COVID-19 cases for the second day in a row, when the country's Ministry of Health reports 25

COVID-19 pandemic in Spain Spain registers its record daily jump in COVID-19 cases for the second day in a row, when the country's Ministry of Health reports 25,595 new cases over the past 24 hours. (Anadolu Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2020

Oct

30

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COVID-19 pandemic in the San Francisco Bay Area San Francisco Mayor London Breed announces that the city will pause reopening due to an increase of cases.

COVID-19 pandemic in the San Francisco Bay Area San Francisco Mayor London Breed announces that the city will pause reopening due to an increase of cases. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2020

Oct

30

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COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in California COVID-19 pandemic in the San Francisco Bay Area San Francisco Mayor London Breed announce

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in California COVID-19 pandemic in the San Francisco Bay Area San Francisco Mayor London Breed announces that the city will pause reopening due to an increase of cases. (CNN) COVID-19 pandemic in New Jersey New Jersey reports over 2,000 cases, its largest increase in cases during a one-day period since early May. (News 12) The United States surpasses nine million cases of COVID-19. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2020

Oct

30

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Poland reports 21,629 new cases, the largest jump in the number of cases since the start of the pandemic, bringing the total number of cases to 340,834.

Poland reports 21,629 new cases, the largest jump in the number of cases since the start of the pandemic, bringing the total number of cases to 340,834. It also reaches 5,351 COVID-19 deaths, with 202 deaths in the last 24 hours. (Poland In)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2020

Oct

30

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Spain registers its record daily jump in COVID-19 cases for the second day in a row, when the country's Ministry of Health reports 25,595 new cases over the pas

Spain registers its record daily jump in COVID-19 cases for the second day in a row, when the country's Ministry of Health reports 25,595 new cases over the past 24 hours. (Anadolu Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 30, 2020

Oct

31

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2020 Aegean Sea earthquake The death toll of the earthquake that struck Greece and Turkey yesterday rises to 39, as 17 more people are found dead in Izmir.

2020 Aegean Sea earthquake The death toll of the earthquake that struck Greece and Turkey yesterday rises to 39, as 17 more people are found dead in Izmir. Rescue teams in the city are hunting through the rubble of collapsed buildings for survivors. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2020

Oct

31

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The death toll of the earthquake that struck Greece and Turkey yesterday rises to 39, as 17 more people are found dead in Izmir.

The death toll of the earthquake that struck Greece and Turkey yesterday rises to 39, as 17 more people are found dead in Izmir. Rescue teams in the city are hunting through the rubble of collapsed buildings for survivors. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2020

Oct

31

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2020 Pacific typhoon season Typhoon Goni Philippine authorities in Luzon order the evacuation of thousands as Goni approaches as a category 5 storm, the world's

2020 Pacific typhoon season Typhoon Goni Philippine authorities in Luzon order the evacuation of thousands as Goni approaches as a category 5 storm, the world's strongest this year. Ten people are killed by the typhoon. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2020

Oct

31

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COVID-19 pandemic in Austria, COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns Chancellor Sebastian Kurz announces a "second lockdown" that orders bars and restaurants to close exce

COVID-19 pandemic in Austria, COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns Chancellor Sebastian Kurz announces a "second lockdown" that orders bars and restaurants to close except for deliveries and takeout and imposes a nighttime curfew from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. local time beginning November 2 and lasting for four weeks. (OE24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2020

Oct

31

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COVID-19 pandemic in Germany Germany reports a record 19,059 new cases and surpasses 500,000 cumulative cases, according to data from the Robert Koch Institute,

COVID-19 pandemic in Germany Germany reports a record 19,059 new cases and surpasses 500,000 cumulative cases, according to data from the Robert Koch Institute, making it the fourth consecutive time the country sets a new record of daily infections. (The Times of India)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2020

Oct

31

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COVID-19 pandemic in Hungary The number of new infections in Hungary surges by a record 3,908 in the last 24 hours, bringing the nationwide cases total to 75,32

COVID-19 pandemic in Hungary The number of new infections in Hungary surges by a record 3,908 in the last 24 hours, bringing the nationwide cases total to 75,321. (Daily News Hungary)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2020

Oct

31

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COVID-19 pandemic in Italy Italy reports 31,758 new cases in the past 24 hours, a new single-day record since the pandemic began.

COVID-19 pandemic in Italy Italy reports 31,758 new cases in the past 24 hours, a new single-day record since the pandemic began. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2020

Oct

31

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COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan Michigan reports 3,792 new cases, a new single-day record.

COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan Michigan reports 3,792 new cases, a new single-day record. (WDIV-TV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2020

Oct

31

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COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state) Governor Andrew Cuomo announces that travelers outside of the New York metro area will be required to undergo mandatory te

COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state) Governor Andrew Cuomo announces that travelers outside of the New York metro area will be required to undergo mandatory testing. (New York Daily News) (WNBC-TV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2020

Oct

31

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COVID-19 pandemic in Poland Poland reports a record 21,897 new cases, bringing the total number of cases since the beginning of the pandemic to 362,731.

COVID-19 pandemic in Poland Poland reports a record 21,897 new cases, bringing the total number of cases since the beginning of the pandemic to 362,731. (Poland In)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2020

Oct

31

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COVID-19 pandemic in Ukraine Ukraine reports a record 8,752 new infections in the last 24 hours, raising its cumulative case total to 387,481.

COVID-19 pandemic in Ukraine Ukraine reports a record 8,752 new infections in the last 24 hours, raising its cumulative case total to 387,481. (Kyiv Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2020

Oct

31

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Italy reports 31,758 new cases in the past 24 hours, a new single-day record since the pandemic began.

Italy reports 31,758 new cases in the past 24 hours, a new single-day record since the pandemic began. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2020

Oct

31

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Philippine authorities in Luzon order the evacuation of thousands as Goni approaches as a category 5 storm, the world's strongest this year.

Philippine authorities in Luzon order the evacuation of thousands as Goni approaches as a category 5 storm, the world's strongest this year. Ten people are killed by the typhoon. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2020

Oct

31

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Poland reports a record 21,897 new cases, bringing the total number of cases since the beginning of the pandemic to 362,731.

Poland reports a record 21,897 new cases, bringing the total number of cases since the beginning of the pandemic to 362,731. (Poland In)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2020

Oct

31

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Typhoon Goni Philippine authorities in Luzon order the evacuation of thousands as Goni approaches as a category 5 storm, the world's strongest this year.

Typhoon Goni Philippine authorities in Luzon order the evacuation of thousands as Goni approaches as a category 5 storm, the world's strongest this year. Ten people are killed by the typhoon. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 31, 2020

Nov

01

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2020 Aegean Sea earthquake Forty-five more people are found dead under debris in İzmir after an earthquake struck Greece and Turkey two days ago, bringing the d

2020 Aegean Sea earthquake Forty-five more people are found dead under debris in İzmir after an earthquake struck Greece and Turkey two days ago, bringing the death toll to 85. More than 1,000 people are injured. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 1, 2020

Nov

01

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Forty-five more people are found dead under debris in İzmir after an earthquake struck Greece and Turkey two days ago, bringing the death toll to 85.

Forty-five more people are found dead under debris in İzmir after an earthquake struck Greece and Turkey two days ago, bringing the death toll to 85. More than 1,000 people are injured. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 1, 2020

Nov

01

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COVID-19 pandemic in Iran Iran reports a record 434 new fatalities in the last 24 hours, taking the nationwide death toll to 35,298, a day after announcing stri

COVID-19 pandemic in Iran Iran reports a record 434 new fatalities in the last 24 hours, taking the nationwide death toll to 35,298, a day after announcing stringent new restrictions including the closure of schools, universities and mosques in most of the country. (Middle East Monitor)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 1, 2020

Nov

01

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COVID-19 pandemic in Israel, COVID-19 vaccine Israel begins testing its vaccine on humans.

COVID-19 pandemic in Israel, COVID-19 vaccine Israel begins testing its vaccine on humans. In the first trial, 80 volunteers will take part, and will be expanded to 960 people in December. If the two trials are successful, the third stage of the trial will occur with 30,000 volunteers in April or May. If these stages are successful, the vaccine could be ready for the general public by the end of summer 2021. (The Times of Israel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 1, 2020

Nov

01

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COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia Malaysia reports a record 972 new recoveries in the last 24 hours, taking the nationwide total of recoveries to 22,220.

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia Malaysia reports a record 972 new recoveries in the last 24 hours, taking the nationwide total of recoveries to 22,220. (Malay Mail)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 1, 2020

Nov

01

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COVID-19 pandemic in Russia Russia reports 18,665 new infections in the last 24 hours, a single day record, taking the nationwide total to 1,636,781.

COVID-19 pandemic in Russia Russia reports 18,665 new infections in the last 24 hours, a single day record, taking the nationwide total to 1,636,781. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 1, 2020

Nov

01

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COVID-19 pandemic in Switzerland, COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns Starting tomorrow, Geneva will impose a partial lockdown until November 29, after it reported more

COVID-19 pandemic in Switzerland, COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns Starting tomorrow, Geneva will impose a partial lockdown until November 29, after it reported more than 1,000 new cases in the past several days. According to new rules, restaurants, bars, and non-essential shops will be closed at 7:00 p.m. local time. In addition, cinemas, museums, concert halls, gyms, swimming pools and ice rinks will also be closed. However, schools will remain open. (Swiss Info)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 1, 2020

Nov

02

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2020 Aegean Sea earthquake Twenty-eight more people are found dead under debris in İzmir after an earthquake struck Greece and Turkey three days ago, bringing t

2020 Aegean Sea earthquake Twenty-eight more people are found dead under debris in İzmir after an earthquake struck Greece and Turkey three days ago, bringing the death toll to 113. The earthquake is currently the deadliest this year. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 2, 2020

Nov

02

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Twenty-eight more people are found dead under debris in İzmir after an earthquake struck Greece and Turkey three days ago, bringing the death toll to 113.

Twenty-eight more people are found dead under debris in İzmir after an earthquake struck Greece and Turkey three days ago, bringing the death toll to 113. The earthquake is currently the deadliest this year. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 2, 2020

Nov

02

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A train on the Rotterdam Metro crashed through the buffer stop at De Akkers metro station in the city of Spijkenisse in the Netherlands.

A train on the Rotterdam Metro crashed through the buffer stop at De Akkers metro station in the city of Spijkenisse in the Netherlands. The lead car of the train partially rested on a 10-metre (33 ft) high whale sculpture erected in front of the station, preventing the train from falling to the street below. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 2, 2020

Nov

02

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COVID-19 pandemic in Alberta Rose Addo becomes the first passenger to take part in a new COVID-19 screening pilot program which landed at Calgary International

COVID-19 pandemic in Alberta Rose Addo becomes the first passenger to take part in a new COVID-19 screening pilot program which landed at Calgary International Airport. (CBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 2, 2020

Nov

02

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COVID-19 pandemic in France France reports a record 52,518 new infections in the past 24 hours, raising its cumulative case total to 1.46 million.

COVID-19 pandemic in France France reports a record 52,518 new infections in the past 24 hours, raising its cumulative case total to 1.46 million. (Anadolu Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 2, 2020

Nov

02

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COVID-19 pandemic in Greece, COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns Greece imposes a two-week lockdown on its second largest city of Thessaloniki to curb the spread of COV

COVID-19 pandemic in Greece, COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns Greece imposes a two-week lockdown on its second largest city of Thessaloniki to curb the spread of COVID-19. Flights to and from the city are also suspended beginning tomorrow. The lockdown also affects the northern city of Serres. (Medical Xpress)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 2, 2020

Nov

02

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COVID-19 pandemic in Indiana The first round of Indiana National Guard troops are expected to arrive at nursing homes in the state.

COVID-19 pandemic in Indiana The first round of Indiana National Guard troops are expected to arrive at nursing homes in the state. The move was announced by Governor Eric Holcomb during a press conference in Indianapolis on October 28. (The Chicago Tribune)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 2, 2020

Nov

02

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COVID-19 pandemic in Iran Iran reports a record 440 new deaths in the past 24 hours, pushing the nationwide death toll to 35,738.

COVID-19 pandemic in Iran Iran reports a record 440 new deaths in the past 24 hours, pushing the nationwide death toll to 35,738. (Arab News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 2, 2020

Nov

02

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COVID-19 pandemic in Ukraine Ukraine surpasses 400,000 cases of COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in Ukraine Ukraine surpasses 400,000 cases of COVID-19. (112 UA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 2, 2020

Nov

02

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De Akkers metro station crash A train on the Rotterdam Metro crashed through the buffer stop at De Akkers metro station in the city of Spijkenisse in the Nether

De Akkers metro station crash A train on the Rotterdam Metro crashed through the buffer stop at De Akkers metro station in the city of Spijkenisse in the Netherlands. The lead car of the train partially rested on a 10-metre (33 ft) high whale sculpture erected in front of the station, preventing the train from falling to the street below. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 2, 2020

Nov

03

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COVID-19 pandemic in France France reports 854 new fatalities in the past 24 hours, which is the highest number since April 15, with more than half coming from

COVID-19 pandemic in France France reports 854 new fatalities in the past 24 hours, which is the highest number since April 15, with more than half coming from nursing homes. (Al-Arabiya English)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 3, 2020

Nov

03

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COVID-19 pandemic in Georgia Georgia imposes additional restrictions which require people to wear masks outdoors as well as indoors, all restaurants and cafés m

COVID-19 pandemic in Georgia Georgia imposes additional restrictions which require people to wear masks outdoors as well as indoors, all restaurants and cafés must close at 10:00 p.m. local time, and remote learning at schools and universities in 10 large cities, including Tbilisi, will continue until November 25. (Georgia Today)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 3, 2020

Nov

03

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COVID-19 pandemic in Iran Iran reports 8,932 new cases, its single-day record, pushing the case total to 637,712.

COVID-19 pandemic in Iran Iran reports 8,932 new cases, its single-day record, pushing the case total to 637,712. (Arab News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 3, 2020

Nov

03

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COVID-19 pandemic in Italy Italy reports 353 new fatalities in the past 24 hours, the highest number of fatalities since May.

COVID-19 pandemic in Italy Italy reports 353 new fatalities in the past 24 hours, the highest number of fatalities since May. (ANSA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 3, 2020

Nov

03

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COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia Malaysia reports a record 12 new fatalities in the last 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll from the virus to 263.

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia Malaysia reports a record 12 new fatalities in the last 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll from the virus to 263. (New Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 3, 2020

Nov

03

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COVID-19 pandemic in Minnesota Minnesota reports 3,483 new infections, its single day record since the pandemic began.

COVID-19 pandemic in Minnesota Minnesota reports 3,483 new infections, its single day record since the pandemic began. (Duluth News Tribune)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 3, 2020

Nov

03

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COVID-19 pandemic in Nepal Nepal surpasses 1,000 COVID-19 deaths.

COVID-19 pandemic in Nepal Nepal surpasses 1,000 COVID-19 deaths. (The Kathmandu Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 3, 2020

Nov

03

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COVID-19 pandemic in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania reports 2,875 new infections, its single day record since the pandemic began.

COVID-19 pandemic in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania reports 2,875 new infections, its single day record since the pandemic began. (The Philadelphia Inquirer)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 3, 2020

Nov

03

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COVID-19 pandemic in Poland Poland surpasses 400,000 cases of COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in Poland Poland surpasses 400,000 cases of COVID-19. (The Jerusalem Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 3, 2020

Nov

03

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COVID-19 pandemic in Romania Romania records 7,733 new cases, as well as 120 deaths.

COVID-19 pandemic in Romania Romania records 7,733 new cases, as well as 120 deaths. It is the highest jump in the number of cases and the deadliest day since the start of the pandemic in the country. (Romanian Journal)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 3, 2020

Nov

03

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COVID-19 pandemic in Wisconsin Wisconsin reports more than 5,700 new infections, its single day record since the pandemic began.

COVID-19 pandemic in Wisconsin Wisconsin reports more than 5,700 new infections, its single day record since the pandemic began. (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 3, 2020

Nov

03

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Hungary reports 3,989 new infections and 89 deaths in the past 24 hours, its single-day record on both cases and deaths since the pandemic began, bringing the n

Hungary reports 3,989 new infections and 89 deaths in the past 24 hours, its single-day record on both cases and deaths since the pandemic began, bringing the nationwide totals to 86,769 cases and 1,973 deaths respectively. (Hungary Today)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 3, 2020