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Oct
14
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Northern Ireland First Minister Arlene Foster announces a "circuit breaker" lockdown in Northern Ireland effective October 16.

COVID-19 pandemic in Northern Ireland First Minister Arlene Foster announces a "circuit breaker" lockdown in Northern Ireland effective October 16. Pubs and restaurants will have to shut down for four weeks unless they offer a takeaway service, and schools will close for two weeks until November 2. Meanwhile, places of worship, shops, and gyms can stay open. (BBC News) (Sky News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 14, 2020
Oct
14
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Portugal Portugal reports 2,072 new daily cases, its highest daily increase yet, bringing the cumulative count to 91,193 confirmed cases.

COVID-19 pandemic in Portugal Portugal reports 2,072 new daily cases, its highest daily increase yet, bringing the cumulative count to 91,193 confirmed cases. (DGS) Prime Minister António Costa announces the reinstatement of the "state of calamity" effective at midnight tonight. Gatherings will be limited to five people. Weddings and baptisms can be attended by a maximum of 50, but university parties will be banned. Fines for businesses not complying with the rules will be doubled from an upper limit of 5,000 to 10,000 euros. (Politico)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 14, 2020
Oct
14
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom COVID-19 pandemic in Northern Ireland First Minister Arlene Foster announces a "circuit breaker" lockdown in Northern Ir

COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom COVID-19 pandemic in Northern Ireland First Minister Arlene Foster announces a "circuit breaker" lockdown in Northern Ireland effective October 16. Pubs and restaurants will have to shut down for four weeks unless they offer a takeaway service, and schools will close for two weeks until November 2. Meanwhile, places of worship, shops, and gyms can stay open. (BBC News) (Sky News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 14, 2020
Oct
14
Politics / Government

First Minister Arlene Foster announces a "circuit breaker" lockdown in Northern Ireland effective October 16.

First Minister Arlene Foster announces a "circuit breaker" lockdown in Northern Ireland effective October 16. Pubs and restaurants will have to shut down for four weeks unless they offer a takeaway service, and schools will close for two weeks until November 2. Meanwhile, places of worship, shops, and gyms can stay open. (BBC News) (Sky News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 14, 2020
Oct
14
Politics / Government

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on sports 2020 NFL season The National Football League announces that the upcoming Pro Bowl will be cancelled, the first time si

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on sports 2020 NFL season The National Football League announces that the upcoming Pro Bowl will be cancelled, the first time since 1949. However, the league announced that it would still name teams at the end of the season in the usual format through votes by fans, players, and coaches. (ESPN) (USA Today) Alabama Crimson Tide football coach Nick Saban and athletic director Greg Byrne both test positive for COVID-19. (ESPN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 14, 2020
Oct
14
Politics / Government

Prime Minister António Costa announces the reinstatement of the "state of calamity" effective at midnight tonight.

Prime Minister António Costa announces the reinstatement of the "state of calamity" effective at midnight tonight. Gatherings will be limited to five people. Weddings and baptisms can be attended by a maximum of 50, but university parties will be banned. Fines for businesses not complying with the rules will be doubled from an upper limit of 5,000 to 10,000 euros. (Politico)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 14, 2020
Oct
15
Politics / Government

President of the Parliament of Cyprus Demetris Syllouris resigns after being allegedly implicated in a case of sale of passports to investors with criminal reco

President of the Parliament of Cyprus Demetris Syllouris resigns after being allegedly implicated in a case of sale of passports to investors with criminal records, who do not meet the necessary criteria to be able to move freely within the European Union. (Cyprus-Mail)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 15, 2020
Oct
15
Politics / Government

2020 Thai protests The government issues an emergency decree following yesterday's generally peaceful protests and counter-protests, effective Thursday at 4:00

2020 Thai protests The government issues an emergency decree following yesterday's generally peaceful protests and counter-protests, effective Thursday at 4:00 a.m. local time (Wednesday 21:00 UTC) that bans gatherings of five or more people and forbids the publication of news or online messages that "could harm national security." Two leaders of the anti-government protests, Anon Nampa and Panupong Jadnok, are arrested after the emergency decree became effective. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 15, 2020
Oct
15
Politics / Government

After new cases reaches a record 8,099 cases in a single day, Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki announces new restrictions in Warsaw and other major cities that

After new cases reaches a record 8,099 cases in a single day, Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki announces new restrictions in Warsaw and other major cities that considered a "red" zone from October 17. All secondary schools in those areas will be closed, restaurants will close at 9 p.m. local time, weddings will be banned and there will be stricter limits on the numbers of people allowed in shops and on public transport and at religious services. (Daily Sabah)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 15, 2020
Oct
15
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Poland After new cases reaches a record 8,099 cases in a single day, Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki announces new restrictions in Warsaw

COVID-19 pandemic in Poland After new cases reaches a record 8,099 cases in a single day, Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki announces new restrictions in Warsaw and other major cities that considered a "red" zone from October 17. All secondary schools in those areas will be closed, restaurants will close at 9 p.m. local time, weddings will be banned and there will be stricter limits on the numbers of people allowed in shops and on public transport and at religious services. (Daily Sabah)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 15, 2020
Oct
15
Politics / Government

The government issues an emergency decree following yesterday's generally peaceful protests and counter-protests, effective Thursday at 4:00 a.m.

The government issues an emergency decree following yesterday's generally peaceful protests and counter-protests, effective Thursday at 4:00 a.m. local time (Wednesday 21:00 UTC) that bans gatherings of five or more people and forbids the publication of news or online messages that "could harm national security." Two leaders of the anti-government protests, Anon Nampa and Panupong Jadnok, are arrested after the emergency decree became effective. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 15, 2020
Oct
16
Politics / Government

A history teacher is stabbed and decapitated near a school in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine, Île-de-France, France.

A history teacher is stabbed and decapitated near a school in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine, Île-de-France, France. The killer is shot dead by police. The anti-terrorism prosecutor investigates the murder, which is described by President Emmanuel Macron as an "Islamist attack". The victim is believed to have shown caricatures of Islam's prophet Muhammad to his students during a lesson. (The Independent) (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 16, 2020
Oct
16
Politics / Government

Gunmen attack a military base in Kindia, Guinea, about 85 km (53 mi) outside of the capital Conakry, killing the camp's commander, according to a statement rele

Gunmen attack a military base in Kindia, Guinea, about 85 km (53 mi) outside of the capital Conakry, killing the camp's commander, according to a statement released by the defence ministry. A prison in the city is also attacked, wounding an official and allowing several inmates to escape. The attacks come two days before the general elections. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 16, 2020
Oct
16
Politics / Government

Murder of Samuel Paty A history teacher is stabbed and decapitated near a school in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine, Île-de-France, France.

Murder of Samuel Paty A history teacher is stabbed and decapitated near a school in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine, Île-de-France, France. The killer is shot dead by police. The anti-terrorism prosecutor investigates the murder, which is described by President Emmanuel Macron as an "Islamist attack". The victim is believed to have shown caricatures of Islam's prophet Muhammad to his students during a lesson. (The Independent) (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 16, 2020
Oct
16
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Belgium The federal government closes all bars and restaurants for four weeks, imposes a nationwide curfew between midnight and 5:00 a.m.

COVID-19 pandemic in Belgium The federal government closes all bars and restaurants for four weeks, imposes a nationwide curfew between midnight and 5:00 a.m. local time, bans alcohol sales after 8:00 p.m. local time, sets telework as a rule, and reduces people's "social bubble", their number of close social contacts outside a household, to one in an attempt to curb the COVID-19 pandemic. The new measures is set to take effect on October 19. (Le Soir) (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 16, 2020
Oct
16
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Israel, COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns The government agrees to ease a month-long second nationwide lockdown on October 18, after a significan

COVID-19 pandemic in Israel, COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns The government agrees to ease a month-long second nationwide lockdown on October 18, after a significant decline in the number of new cases. On that day, people will be permitted to go more than one kilometer from their homes for non-essential purposes, nurseries will reopen, and restaurants will be able to serve takeaway food. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 16, 2020
Oct
16
Politics / Government

The federal government closes all bars and restaurants for four weeks, imposes a nationwide curfew between midnight and 5:00 a.m.

The federal government closes all bars and restaurants for four weeks, imposes a nationwide curfew between midnight and 5:00 a.m. local time, bans alcohol sales after 8:00 p.m. local time, sets telework as a rule, and reduces people's "social bubble", their number of close social contacts outside a household, to one in an attempt to curb the COVID-19 pandemic. The new measures is set to take effect on October 19. (Le Soir) (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 16, 2020
Oct
16
Politics / Government

The government agrees to ease a month-long second nationwide lockdown on October 18, after a significant decline in the number of new cases.

The government agrees to ease a month-long second nationwide lockdown on October 18, after a significant decline in the number of new cases. On that day, people will be permitted to go more than one kilometer from their homes for non-essential purposes, nurseries will reopen, and restaurants will be able to serve takeaway food. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 16, 2020
Oct
18
Politics / Government

2020 Bolivian general election Citizens in Bolivia head to the polls to elect their new president.

2020 Bolivian general election Citizens in Bolivia head to the polls to elect their new president. This is the first time elections are held since the 2019 Bolivian political crisis which saw Evo Morales resigning from power and Jeanine Áñez temporarily taking power. The two main candidates are Luis Arce, representing Morales's party Movement for Socialism, and Carlos Mesa, representing the centrist Revolutionary Left Front. (CGTN) An unofficial quick-count released by Unitel Bolivia projects Arce as the clear winner. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 18, 2020
Oct
18
Politics / Government

Citizens in Bolivia head to the polls to elect their new president.

Citizens in Bolivia head to the polls to elect their new president. This is the first time elections are held since the 2019 Bolivian political crisis which saw Evo Morales resigning from power and Jeanine Áñez temporarily taking power. The two main candidates are Luis Arce, representing Morales's party Movement for Socialism, and Carlos Mesa, representing the centrist Revolutionary Left Front. (CGTN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 18, 2020
Oct
18
Politics / Government

Sanctions against Iran The United Nations Security Council arms embargo on Iran formally expires.

Sanctions against Iran The United Nations Security Council arms embargo on Iran formally expires. It had been in effect since 2007 and was due to expire under the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action. Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says, "Today's normalization of Iran's defense cooperation with the world is a win for the cause of multilateralism and peace and security in our region". (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 18, 2020
Oct
18
Politics / Government

The United Nations Security Council arms embargo on Iran formally expires.

The United Nations Security Council arms embargo on Iran formally expires. It had been in effect since 2007 and was due to expire under the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action. Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says, "Today's normalization of Iran's defense cooperation with the world is a win for the cause of multilateralism and peace and security in our region". (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 18, 2020
Oct
19
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Slovenia The government formally declares 30-day nationwide "state of epidemic" (known overseas as state of emergency) starting today.

COVID-19 pandemic in Slovenia The government formally declares 30-day nationwide "state of epidemic" (known overseas as state of emergency) starting today. There are no changes for employees, students and others, but 9:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. local time curfew will be imposed tomorrow. The decree also limits gatherings to six people and movement among regions unless for essential or emergency reasons will be banned. (Government of Slovenia) (Barrons)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 19, 2020
Oct
19
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Spain The President of Navarra, María Chivite, announces a perimetral lockdown of the region, closing bars and restaurants, and limiting ga

COVID-19 pandemic in Spain The President of Navarra, María Chivite, announces a perimetral lockdown of the region, closing bars and restaurants, and limiting gatherings to cohabiting people, starting on Thursday and lasting for 15 days. In the last two weeks, Navarra has experienced a cumulative incidence of more than 900 per 100,000 inhabitants. (eldiario.es)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 19, 2020
Oct
19
Politics / Government

The government formally declares 30-day nationwide "state of epidemic" (known overseas as state of emergency) starting today.

The government formally declares 30-day nationwide "state of epidemic" (known overseas as state of emergency) starting today. There are no changes for employees, students and others, but 9:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. local time curfew will be imposed tomorrow. The decree also limits gatherings to six people and movement among regions unless for essential or emergency reasons will be banned. (Government of Slovenia) (Barrons)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 19, 2020
Oct
19
Politics / Government

The President of Navarra, María Chivite, announces a perimetral lockdown of the region, closing bars and restaurants, and limiting gatherings to cohabiting peop

The President of Navarra, María Chivite, announces a perimetral lockdown of the region, closing bars and restaurants, and limiting gatherings to cohabiting people, starting on Thursday and lasting for 15 days. In the last two weeks, Navarra has experienced a cumulative incidence of more than 900 per 100,000 inhabitants. (eldiario.es)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 19, 2020
Oct
19
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Wales, COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns First Minister Mark Drakeford announces that Wales will introduce a "firebreak" lockdown, which will req

COVID-19 pandemic in Wales, COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns First Minister Mark Drakeford announces that Wales will introduce a "firebreak" lockdown, which will require anyone to stay home between October 23 and November 9. Under those rules, pubs, restaurants, hotels, and non-essential businesses must close; primary schools will reopen after the half-term break, but only seventh and eighth years in secondary schools can return at that time under the new "firebreak" rules. In addition, gathering with people from other households indoors or outdoors will be banned. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 19, 2020
Oct
19
Politics / Government

First Minister Mark Drakeford announces that Wales will introduce a "firebreak" lockdown, which will require anyone to stay home between October 23 and November

First Minister Mark Drakeford announces that Wales will introduce a "firebreak" lockdown, which will require anyone to stay home between October 23 and November 9. Under those rules, pubs, restaurants, hotels, and non-essential businesses must close; primary schools will reopen after the half-term break, but only seventh and eighth years in secondary schools can return at that time under the new "firebreak" rules. In addition, gathering with people from other households indoors or outdoors will be banned. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 19, 2020
Oct
20
Politics / Government

Murder of Samuel Paty The French government orders the Grand Mosque of Pantin in the Paris suburb of Pantin to close for at least six months after an investigat

Murder of Samuel Paty The French government orders the Grand Mosque of Pantin in the Paris suburb of Pantin to close for at least six months after an investigation found the mosque's Facebook page shared a video that incited hatred towards history teacher Samuel Paty, who was beheaded by a radical Islamist outside his school. Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin says France was confronted by an "enemy within". (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 20, 2020
Oct
20
Politics / Government

The French government orders the Grand Mosque of Pantin in the Paris suburb of Pantin to close for at least six months after an investigation found the mosque's

The French government orders the Grand Mosque of Pantin in the Paris suburb of Pantin to close for at least six months after an investigation found the mosque's Facebook page shared a video that incited hatred towards history teacher Samuel Paty, who was beheaded by a radical Islamist outside his school. Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin says France was confronted by an "enemy within". (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 20, 2020
Oct
20
Politics / Government

After new infections in Bulgaria hit a record 1,024 cases in the past 24 hours, Health Minister Kostadin Angelov announces that the country will make wearing pr

After new infections in Bulgaria hit a record 1,024 cases in the past 24 hours, Health Minister Kostadin Angelov announces that the country will make wearing protective masks obligatory in all outdoor spaces on October 22 in an attempt to slow the spread of the virus by about 30% and help prevent the health system from being overwhelmed. (Sofia Globe)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 20, 2020
Oct
20
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Bulgaria After new infections in Bulgaria hit a record 1,024 cases in the past 24 hours, Health Minister Kostadin Angelov announces that th

COVID-19 pandemic in Bulgaria After new infections in Bulgaria hit a record 1,024 cases in the past 24 hours, Health Minister Kostadin Angelov announces that the country will make wearing protective masks obligatory in all outdoor spaces on October 22 in an attempt to slow the spread of the virus by about 30% and help prevent the health system from being overwhelmed. (Sofia Globe)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 20, 2020
Oct
21
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in England, COVID-19 tier regulations in England It is announced that South Yorkshire will move into tier three restrictions at 00:01 a.m.

COVID-19 pandemic in England, COVID-19 tier regulations in England It is announced that South Yorkshire will move into tier three restrictions at 00:01 a.m. BST on October 24, after a deal was reached between local leaders and the government to provide £41 million in extra support. The restrictions will cover around 1.4 million people in Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham, Sheffield, and the surrounding areas. (BBC News) (ITV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 21, 2020
Oct
21
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic Czech Republic reports a new record high of new infections in a single day, with 11,984 new cases reported in the last 2

COVID-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic Czech Republic reports a new record high of new infections in a single day, with 11,984 new cases reported in the last 24 hours, taking the nationwide total to 193,246. (The Times Of India) In response to the surge of new cases, the Czech government announces that it will close non-essential shops and limit the people's movement to essential reasons only in new lockdown measures effective between tomorrow at 6:00 a.m. and November 3 at 11:59 p.m. local time. (Politico)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 21, 2020
Oct
21
Politics / Government

In response to the surge of new cases, the Czech government announces that it will close non-essential shops and limit the people's movement to essential reason

In response to the surge of new cases, the Czech government announces that it will close non-essential shops and limit the people's movement to essential reasons only in new lockdown measures effective between tomorrow at 6:00 a.m. and November 3 at 11:59 p.m. local time. (Politico)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 21, 2020
Oct
21
Politics / Government

It is announced that South Yorkshire will move into tier three restrictions at 00:01 a.m.

It is announced that South Yorkshire will move into tier three restrictions at 00:01 a.m. BST on October 24, after a deal was reached between local leaders and the government to provide £41 million in extra support. The restrictions will cover around 1.4 million people in Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham, Sheffield, and the surrounding areas. (BBC News) (ITV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 21, 2020
Oct
21
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Greece Greece reports 865 new cases in the past 24 hours, a new record high, raising the number of confirmed cases to 27,334, according to

COVID-19 pandemic in Greece Greece reports 865 new cases in the past 24 hours, a new record high, raising the number of confirmed cases to 27,334, according to data from the National Public Health Organization (Ekathimerini) Greek Civil Protection Deputy Minister Nikos Hardalias announces the designation of Kastoria into Level Four (red zone) and imposes a local lockdown in the region starting October 23 in an attempt to curb the spread of COVID-19 in the region. (Greek Travel Pages)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 21, 2020
Oct
21
Politics / Government

Greek Civil Protection Deputy Minister Nikos Hardalias announces the designation of Kastoria into Level Four (red zone) and imposes a local lockdown in the regi

Greek Civil Protection Deputy Minister Nikos Hardalias announces the designation of Kastoria into Level Four (red zone) and imposes a local lockdown in the region starting October 23 in an attempt to curb the spread of COVID-19 in the region. (Greek Travel Pages)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 21, 2020
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