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Dec
21
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea South Korea reports a record 24 new deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 698.

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea South Korea reports a record 24 new deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 698. In addition, the country surpasses 50,000 cases of COVID-19. (Yonhap News Agency) The Seoul Metropolitan Government and local governments in Gyeonggi Province and Incheon announce that they will ban gatherings of more than four people in the Seoul Capital Area from December 23 to January 3 in order to reduce the spread of COVID-19. (The Korea Times) (Al Jazeera)

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

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, CARES Act The United States House of Representatives passes a $900 billion COVID-19 relief bill w

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, CARES Act The United States House of Representatives passes a $900 billion COVID-19 relief bill with a vote of 359-53. (Business Insider) The United States Senate passes the $900 billion COVID-19 relief bill with a 92–6 vote. The bill will head to President Donald Trump for his signature. (The Washington Post) (The Guardian)

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

Maharashtra will impose a curfew in Mumbai and other major cities from 11:00 p.m.

Maharashtra will impose a curfew in Mumbai and other major cities from 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. IST beginning tomorrow until January 5 in order to prevent the spread of the new variant of SARS-CoV-2 that was discovered in the United Kingdom. The state government also imposes a 14-day quarantine for anyone travelling from Europe and the Middle East. (Livemint)

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

Morocco's government announces that they will impose a nationwide curfew from 9:00 p.m.

Morocco's government announces that they will impose a nationwide curfew from 9:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. local time and will require all cafes, shops, supermarkets, and restaurants to close at 8:00 p.m. beginning December 23. In Casablanca, Marrakech, Agadir, and Tangier, all restaurants will be closed for three weeks. (Morocco World News)

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

Sudan–United States relations The United States Congress formally reinstates Sudan's sovereign immunity.

Sudan–United States relations The United States Congress formally reinstates Sudan's sovereign immunity. Sudan had paid the U.S. a $335 million settlement to victims of al-Qaeda attacks. The U.S. will partially pay off Sudanese bilateral debt, and its debt to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), while making another US$700 million available until September 2022 for assistance to the country. (Reuters)

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

The Seoul Metropolitan Government and local governments in Gyeonggi Province and Incheon announce that they will ban gatherings of more than four people in the

The Seoul Metropolitan Government and local governments in Gyeonggi Province and Incheon announce that they will ban gatherings of more than four people in the Seoul Capital Area from December 23 to January 3 in order to reduce the spread of COVID-19. (The Korea Times) (Al Jazeera)

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

The Spanish government announce the suspension of all flights from Spain to the United Kingdom beginning tomorrow, with the exception of flights for Spanish cit

The Spanish government announce the suspension of all flights from Spain to the United Kingdom beginning tomorrow, with the exception of flights for Spanish citizens residents of Spain. This comes a day after a similar suspension was announced by Portugal. (El Pais in English)

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

The United States Congress formally reinstates Sudan's sovereign immunity.

The United States Congress formally reinstates Sudan's sovereign immunity. Sudan had paid the U.S. a $335 million settlement to victims of al-Qaeda attacks. The U.S. will partially pay off Sudanese bilateral debt, and its debt to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), while making another US$700 million available until September 2022 for assistance to the country. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 21, 2020
Dec
22
Politics / Government

President Joko Widodo announces a year-end reshuffle of the Onward Indonesia Cabinet with the replacement of six ministers who had been in the cabinet since Oct

President Joko Widodo announces a year-end reshuffle of the Onward Indonesia Cabinet with the replacement of six ministers who had been in the cabinet since October 2019, including two ministers who were arrested by the Corruption Eradication Commission due to separate bribery cases. (The Jakarta Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 22, 2020
Dec
22
Politics / Government

Sandiaga Uno, businessman and former candidate of the 2019 presidential election, is appointed as the new Tourism and Creative Economy Minister.

Sandiaga Uno, businessman and former candidate of the 2019 presidential election, is appointed as the new Tourism and Creative Economy Minister. It is the first time in Indonesian history that all candidates who previously ran in a presidential election serve together in the same cabinet. (Jakarta Globe)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 22, 2020
Dec
22
Politics / Government

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States President Donald Trump says that he might not sign the $900 billion relief bill, which was passed

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States President Donald Trump says that he might not sign the $900 billion relief bill, which was passed by both the House and Senate. He also calls for Congress to amend the bill and increase stimulus checks to Americans earning under $75,000 per year from $600 to $2,000. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi agrees to work with Congress to increase the payout amount. (The Washington Post) (BBC News) (WFLA-TV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 22, 2020
Dec
22
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun announces that the country will ban gatherings of more than five people and order all ski resorts

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun announces that the country will ban gatherings of more than five people and order all ski resorts and tourist attractions to close from December 24 until January 3 in order to contain the third wave of COVID-19. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 22, 2020
Dec
23
Politics / Government

War in Afghanistan December 2020 Afghanistan attacks Yousuf Rasheed, CEO of the Free and Fair Election Forum of Afghanistan, is killed by unknown gunmen in Kabu

War in Afghanistan December 2020 Afghanistan attacks Yousuf Rasheed, CEO of the Free and Fair Election Forum of Afghanistan, is killed by unknown gunmen in Kabul. His driver is also shot and later died of his wounds. It is the latest targeted killing of a prominent Afghan figure. (TOLO News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 23, 2020
Dec
23
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic The government announces that the Czech Republic will be moving to the highest level of PES measures beginning on Decemb

COVID-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic The government announces that the Czech Republic will be moving to the highest level of PES measures beginning on December 27. This means that all non-essential shops will be closed and a curfew between 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. local time on Sunday will be enforced. There will also be no exceptions on New Year's Eve. (Expats.cz)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 23, 2020
Dec
23
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines, Variant of Concern 202012/01 President Rodrigo Duterte approves the suspension of flights from the Philippines to the Unit

COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines, Variant of Concern 202012/01 President Rodrigo Duterte approves the suspension of flights from the Philippines to the United Kingdom from tomorrow at 12:01 a.m. local time until December 31 due to concerns about the new strain of SARS-CoV-2. (ABS-CBN News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 23, 2020
Dec
23
Politics / Government

The government announces that the Czech Republic will be moving to the highest level of PES measures beginning on December 27.

The government announces that the Czech Republic will be moving to the highest level of PES measures beginning on December 27. This means that all non-essential shops will be closed and a curfew between 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. local time on Sunday will be enforced. There will also be no exceptions on New Year's Eve. (Expats.cz)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 23, 2020
Dec
23
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Qatar Qatar begins administering the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine tozinameran to its citizens at designated health centers in the country.

COVID-19 pandemic in Qatar Qatar begins administering the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine tozinameran to its citizens at designated health centers in the country. Those aged over 70, adults with chronic health conditions and healthcare personnel are to be prioritised for the vaccine. (The Peninsula Qatar)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 23, 2020
Dec
24
Politics / Government

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, CARES Act Republicans in the House block an attempt by Democrats, empowered by a veto threat from

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, CARES Act Republicans in the House block an attempt by Democrats, empowered by a veto threat from President Donald Trump if not amended, to pass a $2,000 relief bill for Americans. However, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announces that the House will still hold a vote on the bill on Monday. (CNBC) (NBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 24, 2020
Dec
24
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Health Ministry announce that a third nationwide lockdown will begin from December 27 at 5

COVID-19 pandemic in Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Health Ministry announce that a third nationwide lockdown will begin from December 27 at 5:00 p.m. local time for at least two weeks in order to curb the resurgence of COVID-19. (The Times of Israel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 24, 2020
Dec
24
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in South America COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina, COVID-19 vaccine Over 300,000 doses of Russia's Sputnik V vaccine arrive in Argentina.

COVID-19 pandemic in South America COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina, COVID-19 vaccine Over 300,000 doses of Russia's Sputnik V vaccine arrive in Argentina. (Livemint) COVID-19 pandemic in Chile, COVID-19 vaccine Chile begins its vaccination campaign against COVID-19 after the arrival of 10,000 doses of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine to the country. (Prensa Latina)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 24, 2020
Dec
25
Politics / Government

Central African Republic Civil War Three United Nations peacekeepers from Burundi are killed and two others injured in the Central African Republic during two a

Central African Republic Civil War Three United Nations peacekeepers from Burundi are killed and two others injured in the Central African Republic during two attacks by unknown gunmen. The shootings are carried out two days before the general election in the country. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 25, 2020
Dec
27
Politics / Government

2020 Nigerien general election Citizens in Niger head to the polls to elect their President in their first democratic power transfer since the country's indepen

2020 Nigerien general election Citizens in Niger head to the polls to elect their President in their first democratic power transfer since the country's independence from France. The election comes amidst a growing Islamist insurgency as Mohamed Bazoum is the favourite to succeed incumbent Mahamadou Issoufou, who is stepping down after serving two five-year terms. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 27, 2020
Dec
27
Politics / Government

Citizens in Niger head to the polls to elect their President in their first democratic power transfer since the country's independence from France.

Citizens in Niger head to the polls to elect their President in their first democratic power transfer since the country's independence from France. The election comes amidst a growing Islamist insurgency as Mohamed Bazoum is the favourite to succeed incumbent Mahamadou Issoufou, who is stepping down after serving two five-year terms. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 27, 2020
Dec
27
Politics / Government

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States President Donald Trump signs the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, which contains a $900 bill

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States President Donald Trump signs the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, which contains a $900 billion COVID-19 relief package, before Monday's deadline, in order to avert a government shutdown. This comes after Trump called the bill a "disgrace" last week. (The Washington Post) (Politico)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 27, 2020
Dec
27
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Greece Greece officially begins a vaccination programme against COVID-19, with ICU nurse Efstathia Kambissiouli, President Katerina Sakella

COVID-19 pandemic in Greece Greece officially begins a vaccination programme against COVID-19, with ICU nurse Efstathia Kambissiouli, President Katerina Sakellaropoulou and Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis among the first people to get vaccinated. (The National Herald)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 27, 2020
Dec
27
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in South America COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil Brazilian Vice President Hamilton Mourão tests positive for COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in South America COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil Brazilian Vice President Hamilton Mourão tests positive for COVID-19. (Diário do Nordeste) COVID-19 pandemic in Uruguay Uruguay reported a record of 11 deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 158. (El País)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 27, 2020
Dec
27
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic The Czech Republic begins a vaccination campaign against COVID-19 using the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine tozinameran, with Pr

COVID-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic The Czech Republic begins a vaccination campaign against COVID-19 using the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine tozinameran, with Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and World War II veteran Emilie Řepíková among the first people to get vaccinated. (Expats.cz)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 27, 2020
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