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Mar
23
Politics / Government

The Federal Reserve Bank announces the commitment to buy any amount of government-backed securities needed to keep interest rates down.

The Federal Reserve Bank announces the commitment to buy any amount of government-backed securities needed to keep interest rates down. Among other measures being developed to support the real economy, it will also establish a special purpose vehicle allowing it to buy investment-grade corporate bonds directly. (Reuters)

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

COVID-19 pandemic in Spain Spain's Ministry of Health reports 4,000 new confirmed coronavirus cases, rising to 33,000 infected and 2,182 dead.

COVID-19 pandemic in Spain Spain's Ministry of Health reports 4,000 new confirmed coronavirus cases, rising to 33,000 infected and 2,182 dead. (NBC News) The Spanish Army has found elderly people abandoned and dead inside retirement homes, according to Defence Minister Margarita Robles. A criminal investigation has been launched. (BBC News)

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

COVID-19 pandemic in Poland The government introduces new measures over the ongoing coronavirus pandemic in the country: a ban on gatherings of more than two pe

COVID-19 pandemic in Poland The government introduces new measures over the ongoing coronavirus pandemic in the country: a ban on gatherings of more than two people, from the current 50. However, the number of people allowed to take part in religious services, including funerals, is limited to five. The new restrictions are to last until at least 11 April. (BBC News) Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki tells at a news conference on Tuesday that the presidential election, scheduled for 10 May, will not be affected by the coronavirus pandemic and will go ahead as planned. (TVN24)

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

COVID-19 pandemic in Africa COVID-19 pandemic in Egypt Egypt declares a two-week nationwide curfew between 7pm and 6am to prevent the spread of the virus.

COVID-19 pandemic in Africa COVID-19 pandemic in Egypt Egypt declares a two-week nationwide curfew between 7pm and 6am to prevent the spread of the virus. Those who break the curfew will be fined up to 4,000 pounds or be jailed, according to Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly. (Reuters) COVID-19 pandemic in Libya The National Centre for Disease Control reports Libya's first confirmed case of COVID-19, a patient at a hospital in Tripoli. The World Health Organization has warned that the virus could cause Libya's already struggling health system to collapse. (Reuters)

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

The government introduces new measures over the ongoing coronavirus pandemic in the country: a ban on gatherings of more than two people, from the current 50.

The government introduces new measures over the ongoing coronavirus pandemic in the country: a ban on gatherings of more than two people, from the current 50. However, the number of people allowed to take part in religious services, including funerals, is limited to five. The new restrictions are to last until at least 11 April. (BBC News)

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

2020 Russian constitutional referendum, COVID-19 pandemic in Russia President Vladimir Putin postpones a referendum on constitutional changes that could extend

2020 Russian constitutional referendum, COVID-19 pandemic in Russia President Vladimir Putin postpones a referendum on constitutional changes that could extend his time in office for two more six-year terms because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Putin's current term runs through 2024. (BBC News)

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

COVID-19 pandemic in Kosovo, Government of Kosovo A motion of no confidence filed by junior coalition partner Democratic League of Kosovo (LDK) against Prime Mi

COVID-19 pandemic in Kosovo, Government of Kosovo A motion of no confidence filed by junior coalition partner Democratic League of Kosovo (LDK) against Prime Minister Albin Kurti passes with 82—32 votes, toppling the Kurti cabinet. Vetëvendosje now has 15 days to nominate a new Prime Minister. (Deutsche Welle) (The New York Times via The Indian Express) (The Guardian)

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

COVID-19 pandemic in Spain Spain surpasses China in the number of COVID-19-related deaths and becomes the country with the second-most deaths, after an increase

COVID-19 pandemic in Spain Spain surpasses China in the number of COVID-19-related deaths and becomes the country with the second-most deaths, after an increase of 738 in a single day. (Independent) First Deputy Prime Minister Carmen Calvo tests positive for COVID-19. She was admitted to hospital on Sunday and becomes the third member of the Spanish government to be diagnosed with the virus. (CNBC)

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

COVID-19 pandemic in Oceania COVID-19 pandemic in New Zealand New Zealand declares a national state of emergency as the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases rise

COVID-19 pandemic in Oceania COVID-19 pandemic in New Zealand New Zealand declares a national state of emergency as the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases rise to 205. (New Zealand Herald) COVID-19 pandemic in the Solomon Islands Solomon Islands declare state of emergency due to COVID-19. (RNZ) COVID-19 pandemic in Samoa Samoan Prime Minister Tuilaepa Aiono Sailele Malielegaoi announces that people will be fined for breaking the new restrictions of movement due COVID-19. (RNZ)

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

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States The United States Senate and the Trump administration reaches a $2 trillion stimulus package deal

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States The United States Senate and the Trump administration reaches a $2 trillion stimulus package deal following talks with Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin. The bill passes, and is expected to go to the United States House of Representatives. (The Washington Post) (CNBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 25, 2020
Mar
26
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in South America COVID-19 pandemic in Nicaragua Nicaragua reports the country's first death from COVID-19, a patient with HIV/AIDS.

COVID-19 pandemic in South America COVID-19 pandemic in Nicaragua Nicaragua reports the country's first death from COVID-19, a patient with HIV/AIDS. (Reuters) COVID-19 pandemic in Venezuela Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez reports the country's first death from COVID-19. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 26, 2020
Mar
26
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States The death toll from COVID-19 in the U.S.

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States The death toll from COVID-19 in the U.S. reaches 1,200. The total number of cases in the country is 83,097. The U.S. has surpassed China in number of active cases, making it the country with the most cases in the world. (Worldometer) U.S. state and local government response to the COVID-19 pandemic COVID-19 pandemic in Colorado Colorado Governor Jared Polis issues a stay-at-home order until April 11. (Chicago Suntimes) COVID-19 pandemic in New Hampshire New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu issues a stay-at-home order until May 4. (WMUR)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 26, 2020
Mar
26
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in mainland China China announces that travel will be suspended to the country as imported cases increase.

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in mainland China China announces that travel will be suspended to the country as imported cases increase. (Newsweek) COVID-19 pandemic in the United Arab Emirates The United Arab Emirates is expected to impose night curfew to tackle COVID-19 as the country begins a nationwide disinfection campaign. (Middle East Eye) COVID-19 pandemic in Afghanistan Afghanistan is to release 10,000 prisoners over the age of 55 in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Those released will not include members of the Taliban and ISIL. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 26, 2020
Mar
26
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Spain The Congress of Deputies approves extending the Alarm Status until 12 April.

COVID-19 pandemic in Spain The Congress of Deputies approves extending the Alarm Status until 12 April. (El País) Spain's Ministry of Health reports 655 more deaths from COVID-19, bringing the country's death toll to over 4,000. (Reuters) Real Madrid CF's Santiago Bernabéu Stadium is to be used to store medical materials. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 26, 2020
Mar
27
Politics / Government

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States The House of Representatives passes a $2 trillion stimulus relief bill as an effort to save the ec

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States The House of Representatives passes a $2 trillion stimulus relief bill as an effort to save the economy during the coronavirus pandemic. President Donald Trump signs the bill. (CBS News) (Business Insider)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 27, 2020
Mar
28
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Africa COVID-19 pandemic in Ghana Ghana President Nana Akufo-Addo announces a two-week partial lockdown on 27th March 2020 for Greater Accr

COVID-19 pandemic in Africa COVID-19 pandemic in Ghana Ghana President Nana Akufo-Addo announces a two-week partial lockdown on 27th March 2020 for Greater Accra and Kumasi, beginning on 30th March 2020. He also announced the establishment of a special fund to combat the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 28, 2020
Mar
28
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Ghana Ghana President Nana Akufo-Addo announces a two-week partial lockdown on 27th March 2020 for Greater Accra and Kumasi, beginning on 3

COVID-19 pandemic in Ghana Ghana President Nana Akufo-Addo announces a two-week partial lockdown on 27th March 2020 for Greater Accra and Kumasi, beginning on 30th March 2020. He also announced the establishment of a special fund to combat the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 28, 2020
Mar
28
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in New York New York Governor Andrew Cuomo confirms that 728 people died from coronavirus in New York.

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in New York New York Governor Andrew Cuomo confirms that 728 people died from coronavirus in New York. (CBS News) COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan President Donald Trump approves Michigan's request for emergency declaration. (Politico)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 28, 2020
Mar
28
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces that the country will deny flights to people who show symptoms of COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces that the country will deny flights to people who show symptoms of COVID-19. (Reuters) Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, wife of Justin Trudeau, says that she has recovered from coronavirus after testing positive on March 13. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 28, 2020
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