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COVID-19 pandemic in Spain The President of the Community of Madrid Isabel Díaz Ayuso orders the suspension of classes "at all educational levels" between 11 Ma

COVID-19 pandemic in Spain The President of the Community of Madrid Isabel Díaz Ayuso orders the suspension of classes "at all educational levels" between 11 March until 30 March, as the region reports more than 500 cases. (La Vanguardia)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 9, 2020

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The infection rate is reduced, but South Korean president Moon Jae-in said it was "too early to be optimistic".

The infection rate is reduced, but South Korean president Moon Jae-in said it was "too early to be optimistic". (The Independent)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 9, 2020

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The President of the Community of Madrid Isabel Díaz Ayuso orders the suspension of classes "at all educational levels" between 11 March until 30 March, as the

The President of the Community of Madrid Isabel Díaz Ayuso orders the suspension of classes "at all educational levels" between 11 March until 30 March, as the region reports more than 500 cases. (La Vanguardia)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 9, 2020

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COVID-19 pandemic in Cyprus The Minister of Health of Cyprus confirms the first two cases in the island; one a health professional who visited United Kingdom an

COVID-19 pandemic in Cyprus The Minister of Health of Cyprus confirms the first two cases in the island; one a health professional who visited United Kingdom and the other a 25-year-old man who had traveled from Italy. (Cyprus Mail)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 9, 2020

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COVID-19 pandemic in France The French Minister of Culture Franck Riester announces he is infected with COVID-19, as five members of the National Assembly join

COVID-19 pandemic in France The French Minister of Culture Franck Riester announces he is infected with COVID-19, as five members of the National Assembly join the 1,412 cases in the Republic. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 9, 2020

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COVID-19 pandemic lockdown in Italy Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte extends the lockdown from Northern Italy to the whole country.

COVID-19 pandemic lockdown in Italy Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte extends the lockdown from Northern Italy to the whole country. (CNN) Riots continue at several prisons in Italy after family visitations were suspended due to the coronavirus pandemic. Inmates took two prison guards hostage in Modena during an attempted escape, while inmates at San Vittore Prison in Milan overpowered guards and occupied the roof. Prisons in Pavia and Rebibbia are set on fire, allowing some prisoners to escape. (Business Insider)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 9, 2020

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Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte extends the lockdown from Northern Italy to the whole country.

Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte extends the lockdown from Northern Italy to the whole country. (CNN)

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Sudanese Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok survives an assassination attempt in Khartoum.

Sudanese Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok survives an assassination attempt in Khartoum. No one has claimed responsibility. (Haaretz) (The Guardian)

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The French Minister of Culture Franck Riester announces he is infected with COVID-19, as five members of the National Assembly join the 1,412 cases in the Repub

The French Minister of Culture Franck Riester announces he is infected with COVID-19, as five members of the National Assembly join the 1,412 cases in the Republic. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 9, 2020

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The Minister of Health of Cyprus confirms the first two cases in the island; one a health professional who visited United Kingdom and the other a 25-year-old ma

The Minister of Health of Cyprus confirms the first two cases in the island; one a health professional who visited United Kingdom and the other a 25-year-old man who had traveled from Italy. (Cyprus Mail)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 9, 2020

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2020 Democratic Party presidential primaries Voters in six U.S.

2020 Democratic Party presidential primaries Voters in six U.S. states cast their ballots in the primary elections. Former Vice President Joe Biden wins the Mississippi, Missouri, Michigan, and Idaho primaries and is ahead in Washington (which has not finished tallying votes), while U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders wins North Dakota. (The New York Times) (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 10, 2020

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President of the European Parliament David Sassoli self-isolates after visiting Italy.

President of the European Parliament David Sassoli self-isolates after visiting Italy. (Politico)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 10, 2020

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Voters in six U.S.

Voters in six U.S. states cast their ballots in the primary elections. Former Vice President Joe Biden wins the Mississippi, Missouri, Michigan, and Idaho primaries and is ahead in Washington (which has not finished tallying votes), while U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders wins North Dakota. (The New York Times) (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 10, 2020

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Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic Black Monday After a 2,000-point drop on Monday, the DJIA futures gain 1,100 points before the NYSE opening bell.

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic Black Monday After a 2,000-point drop on Monday, the DJIA futures gain 1,100 points before the NYSE opening bell. (CNN) The President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen announces a European 25 billion euro fund to face the coronavirus crisis. (Euronews)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 10, 2020

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Roberto Stella, the president of the medical guild in Varese, Lombardy, dies at the age of 67 after contracting the virus.

Roberto Stella, the president of the medical guild in Varese, Lombardy, dies at the age of 67 after contracting the virus. (Ansa)

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The Canadian government presents a bill that would impose a nationwide ban on conversion therapy that would include minors.

The Canadian government presents a bill that would impose a nationwide ban on conversion therapy that would include minors. (BBC News)

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The President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen announces a European 25 billion euro fund to face the coronavirus crisis.

The President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen announces a European 25 billion euro fund to face the coronavirus crisis. (Euronews)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 10, 2020

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2020 amendments to the Constitution of Russia Vladimir Putin backs a constitutional amendment that would allow him to remain in power after 2024 and make a life

2020 amendments to the Constitution of Russia Vladimir Putin backs a constitutional amendment that would allow him to remain in power after 2024 and make a lifetime presidency possible. (NBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 10, 2020

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COVID-19 pandemic in Greece Greek Minister of Health Vasilis Kikilias announces that the country's schools and universities will remain closed for two weeks.

COVID-19 pandemic in Greece Greek Minister of Health Vasilis Kikilias announces that the country's schools and universities will remain closed for two weeks. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 10, 2020

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COVID-19 pandemic in Japan The Cabinet of Japan passes a bill that allows Prime Minister Shinzō Abe to declare a state of emergency over the coronavirus if nece

COVID-19 pandemic in Japan The Cabinet of Japan passes a bill that allows Prime Minister Shinzō Abe to declare a state of emergency over the coronavirus if necessary. (NHK)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 10, 2020

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COVID-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic The Czech Republic suspends all schools and bans all events hosting more than 100 people indefinitely in order to contai

COVID-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic The Czech Republic suspends all schools and bans all events hosting more than 100 people indefinitely in order to contain the virus, according to Prime Minister Andrej Babiš. (U.S. News & World Report)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 10, 2020

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The Cabinet of Japan passes a bill that allows Prime Minister Shinzō Abe to declare a state of emergency over the coronavirus if necessary.

The Cabinet of Japan passes a bill that allows Prime Minister Shinzō Abe to declare a state of emergency over the coronavirus if necessary. (NHK)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 10, 2020

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The Czech Republic suspends all schools and bans all events hosting more than 100 people indefinitely in order to contain the virus, according to Prime Minister

The Czech Republic suspends all schools and bans all events hosting more than 100 people indefinitely in order to contain the virus, according to Prime Minister Andrej Babiš. (U.S. News & World Report)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 10, 2020

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Vladimir Putin backs a constitutional amendment that would allow him to remain in power after 2024 and make a lifetime presidency possible.

Vladimir Putin backs a constitutional amendment that would allow him to remain in power after 2024 and make a lifetime presidency possible. (NBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 10, 2020

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COVID-19 pandemic in Bolivia The Bolivian government declares the national emergency after reporting a third case and presidential election rallies suspended.

COVID-19 pandemic in Bolivia The Bolivian government declares the national emergency after reporting a third case and presidential election rallies suspended. (TeleSur TV) (U.S. News & World Report)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 11, 2020

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The Bolivian government declares the national emergency after reporting a third case and presidential election rallies suspended.

The Bolivian government declares the national emergency after reporting a third case and presidential election rallies suspended. (TeleSur TV) (U.S. News & World Report)

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War in Afghanistan, Afghan peace process The Taliban rejects the government's conditional prisoner release order announced by President Ashraf Ghani.

War in Afghanistan, Afghan peace process The Taliban rejects the government's conditional prisoner release order announced by President Ashraf Ghani. The Taliban demand 5,000 Taliban prisoners held by the government be released before intra-Afghan dialogue can be initiated. (Al Jazeera)

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The Taliban rejects the government's conditional prisoner release order announced by President Ashraf Ghani.

The Taliban rejects the government's conditional prisoner release order announced by President Ashraf Ghani. The Taliban demand 5,000 Taliban prisoners held by the government be released before intra-Afghan dialogue can be initiated. (Al Jazeera)

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Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy declares a state of emergency in preparation for the state's response to the coronavirus pandemic.

Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy declares a state of emergency in preparation for the state's response to the coronavirus pandemic. (Alaska Government)

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Belgium reports its first death resulting from COVID-19; a government statement said the patient was 90 years old.

Belgium reports its first death resulting from COVID-19; a government statement said the patient was 90 years old. (The Straits Times)

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British MP and Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Health Ministry Nadine Dorries becomes the first UK MP to test positive for COVID-19.

British MP and Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Health Ministry Nadine Dorries becomes the first UK MP to test positive for COVID-19. (BBC News)

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COVID-19 pandemic in Alaska Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy declares a state of emergency in preparation for the state's response to the coronavirus pandemic.

COVID-19 pandemic in Alaska Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy declares a state of emergency in preparation for the state's response to the coronavirus pandemic. (Alaska Government)

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COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina President Alberto Fernández issues an order saying that all people coming from hard-hit countries will have to self-quarantine fo

COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina President Alberto Fernández issues an order saying that all people coming from hard-hit countries will have to self-quarantine for 14 days; failure to do so will be considered a crime. In addition, he analyses the possibility of banning all mass gatherings. (Infobae in Spanish)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 11, 2020

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COVID-19 pandemic in Belgium Belgium reports its first death resulting from COVID-19; a government statement said the patient was 90 years old.

COVID-19 pandemic in Belgium Belgium reports its first death resulting from COVID-19; a government statement said the patient was 90 years old. (The Straits Times)

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COVID-19 pandemic in Spain Second Vice President of the Congress of Deputies, former Speaker and former Minister Ana Pastor had tested positive for COVID-19 and

COVID-19 pandemic in Spain Second Vice President of the Congress of Deputies, former Speaker and former Minister Ana Pastor had tested positive for COVID-19 and becomes the highest-ranking official infected. (La Vanguardia) Spanish Ministry of Culture orders in Madrid the closing of all ministry dependent centers, including the museums of El Prado, Reina Sofía, Royal Palace, National Library and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. (El País)

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COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom British MP and Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Health Ministry Nadine Dorries becomes the first UK MP to

COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom British MP and Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Health Ministry Nadine Dorries becomes the first UK MP to test positive for COVID-19. (BBC News)

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COVID-19 pandemic in Ukraine Ukraine bans mass gatherings and closes all schools for three weeks in response to the global coronavirus outbreak.

COVID-19 pandemic in Ukraine Ukraine bans mass gatherings and closes all schools for three weeks in response to the global coronavirus outbreak. The government says some sporting events might still go ahead but without any spectators. (Reuters)

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President Alberto Fernández issues an order saying that all people coming from hard-hit countries will have to self-quarantine for 14 days; failure to do so wil

President Alberto Fernández issues an order saying that all people coming from hard-hit countries will have to self-quarantine for 14 days; failure to do so will be considered a crime. In addition, he analyses the possibility of banning all mass gatherings. (Infobae in Spanish)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 11, 2020

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Ukraine bans mass gatherings and closes all schools for three weeks in response to the global coronavirus outbreak.

Ukraine bans mass gatherings and closes all schools for three weeks in response to the global coronavirus outbreak. The government says some sporting events might still go ahead but without any spectators. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 11, 2020

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COVID-19 pandemic in Denmark Prime Minister of Denmark Mette Frederiksen orders the closing of all education centers for two weeks.

COVID-19 pandemic in Denmark Prime Minister of Denmark Mette Frederiksen orders the closing of all education centers for two weeks. (Daily Mail)

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COVID-19 pandemic in Hungary Hungary declares a state of emergency over the coronavirus outbreak, closing all university campuses and banning large gatherings,

COVID-19 pandemic in Hungary Hungary declares a state of emergency over the coronavirus outbreak, closing all university campuses and banning large gatherings, while anyone from Italy, China, South Korea, and Iran will be refused entry into the country. Senior minister Gergely Gulyás says "These measures are unprecedented in the three decades since the fall of communism". (Bloomberg)

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Hungary declares a state of emergency over the coronavirus outbreak, closing all university campuses and banning large gatherings, while anyone from Italy, Chin

Hungary declares a state of emergency over the coronavirus outbreak, closing all university campuses and banning large gatherings, while anyone from Italy, China, South Korea, and Iran will be refused entry into the country. Senior minister Gergely Gulyás says "These measures are unprecedented in the three decades since the fall of communism". (Bloomberg)

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Prime Minister of Denmark Mette Frederiksen orders the closing of all education centers for two weeks.

Prime Minister of Denmark Mette Frederiksen orders the closing of all education centers for two weeks. (Daily Mail)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 11, 2020

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Alaska confirms its first presumptive case of COVID-19, with the patient identified as a foreign national residing in Anchorage.

Alaska confirms its first presumptive case of COVID-19, with the patient identified as a foreign national residing in Anchorage. (Alaska Government)