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Nov
23
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Selangor The government announces that it will temporarily close 28 Top Glove factories in Klang in stages to enable the Health Ministry to

COVID-19 pandemic in Selangor The government announces that it will temporarily close 28 Top Glove factories in Klang in stages to enable the Health Ministry to conduct COVID-19 screening and quarantine workers. This comes as the world's largest surgical glove maker sees an increase in infections among factory workers. (France 24)

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

The government announces that it will temporarily close 28 Top Glove factories in Klang in stages to enable the Health Ministry to conduct COVID-19 screening an

The government announces that it will temporarily close 28 Top Glove factories in Klang in stages to enable the Health Ministry to conduct COVID-19 screening and quarantine workers. This comes as the world's largest surgical glove maker sees an increase in infections among factory workers. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 23, 2020
Nov
23
Technology / Science

Chinese Lunar Exploration Program The China National Space Administration successfully launches the Chang'e 5 robotic spacecraft from the Wenchang Spacecraft La

Chinese Lunar Exploration Program The China National Space Administration successfully launches the Chang'e 5 robotic spacecraft from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site. It is China's first sample return mission, and if the mission is successful it will be the first lunar sample return mission since the Soviet Union's Luna 24 in 1976. Chang'e-5 will bring back at least 2 kilograms of lunar soil. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 23, 2020
Nov
23
Immigration / Law / Policy

COVID-19 pandemic in Australia The land border between New South Wales and Victoria reopens after 137 days of closure.

COVID-19 pandemic in Australia The land border between New South Wales and Victoria reopens after 137 days of closure. People will now be able to travel between the two states without permits. (ABC Australia) Victoria eases restrictions, allowing larger public and private gatherings, larger capacity quotas for businesses, and relaxing of the mask mandate so that masks will only be required in settings where social distancing is impractical. Chief Health Officer Brett Sutton states that he is confident there will be no community transmission in the state. (ABC Australia)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 23, 2020
Nov
23
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Manitoba Manitoba reports a record 540 new cases in the past 24 hours, bringing the total confirmed cases to 13

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Manitoba Manitoba reports a record 540 new cases in the past 24 hours, bringing the total confirmed cases to 13,087 and pushing the five-day positivity rate tests to 14%. (CKY-DT) COVID-19 pandemic in Ontario Ontario reports 1,589 new cases, a new single-day record. (Global News) Nationwide, a record 5,713 new cases reported in Canada in the last 24 hours, bringing the nationwide confirmed cases to 337,555. (CBC)

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

COVID-19 pandemic in England Prime Minister Boris Johnson announces that gyms, bars, and non-essential shops across England will be allowed to reopen when the l

COVID-19 pandemic in England Prime Minister Boris Johnson announces that gyms, bars, and non-essential shops across England will be allowed to reopen when the lockdown ends on December 2. The three-tiered regional measures will return at the same time, but with tighter rules. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 23, 2020
Nov
23
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in California California reports 20,654 new cases in the last 24 hours, a new single-day record since t

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in California California reports 20,654 new cases in the last 24 hours, a new single-day record since the pandemic began. (San Francisco Chronicle) COVID-19 pandemic in Ohio Ohio reports a new single-day record of 11,885 new cases. This number is likely inflated because of a two-day backlog from multiple labs. (The Columbus Dispatch) COVID-19 pandemic in Maryland Maryland is expected to send state troopers to enforce restrictions in the state for Thanksgiving. (WRC-TV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 23, 2020
Nov
23
Technology / Science

The China National Space Administration successfully launches the Chang'e 5 robotic spacecraft from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site.

The China National Space Administration successfully launches the Chang'e 5 robotic spacecraft from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site. It is China's first sample return mission, and if the mission is successful it will be the first lunar sample return mission since the Soviet Union's Luna 24 in 1976. Chang'e-5 will bring back at least 2 kilograms of lunar soil. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 23, 2020
Nov
23
Economy / Jobs / Business

Victoria eases restrictions, allowing larger public and private gatherings, larger capacity quotas for businesses, and relaxing of the mask mandate so that mask

Victoria eases restrictions, allowing larger public and private gatherings, larger capacity quotas for businesses, and relaxing of the mask mandate so that masks will only be required in settings where social distancing is impractical. Chief Health Officer Brett Sutton states that he is confident there will be no community transmission in the state. (ABC Australia)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 23, 2020
Nov
24
Economy / Jobs / Business

War in Afghanistan November 2020 Afghanistan attacks A roadside double bombing at a market in the city of Bamyan kills 17 people and wounds another 50.

War in Afghanistan November 2020 Afghanistan attacks A roadside double bombing at a market in the city of Bamyan kills 17 people and wounds another 50. The Bamyan Province is considered one of the safest places in Afghanistan, and this marks the first time that such an attack has occurred there. (Tolo News)

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

COVID-19 pandemic in England, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announces that the government will reduce th

COVID-19 pandemic in England, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announces that the government will reduce the length of quarantines for people who arrive in England from other countries to five days beginning December 15, if they pay for a COVID-19 test. (BBC News)

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

COVID-19 pandemic in France President Emmanuel Macron announces that the country will began to ease its strict lockdown measures beginning November 28, allowing

COVID-19 pandemic in France President Emmanuel Macron announces that the country will began to ease its strict lockdown measures beginning November 28, allowing shops to reopen with strict hygiene measures. If health conditions in the country continue to improve, France will lift its lockdown on December 15, allowing cinemas, theatres, and museums to reopen. (Euronews)

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

COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong The government announces that Hong Kong will close some entertainment venues such as bars, nightclubs and bathhouses from Novembe

COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong The government announces that Hong Kong will close some entertainment venues such as bars, nightclubs and bathhouses from November 26 to December 2. In addition, a maximum of ten tables will be allowed in restaurants, with four people per table. These measures come as Hong Kong reports 80 new cases in the past 24 hours, the highest single-day total since August. (South China Morning Post)

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

COVID-19 pandemic in Japan, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic The government announces that they will exclude Osaka and Sapporo from the "Go

COVID-19 pandemic in Japan, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic The government announces that they will exclude Osaka and Sapporo from the "Go To Travel" domestic travel subsidy campaign for three weeks due to a rise of COVID-19 cases in the two cities. (Kyodo News)

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

COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom COVID-19 pandemic in England, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic Transport Secretary Grant Shapps anno

COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom COVID-19 pandemic in England, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announces that the government will reduce the length of quarantines for people who arrive in England from other countries to five days beginning December 15, if they pay for a COVID-19 test. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 24, 2020
Nov
24
Economy / Jobs / Business

November 2020 Afghanistan attacks A roadside double bombing at a market in the city of Bamyan kills 17 people and wounds another 50.

November 2020 Afghanistan attacks A roadside double bombing at a market in the city of Bamyan kills 17 people and wounds another 50. The Bamyan Province is considered one of the safest places in Afghanistan, and this marks the first time that such an attack has occurred there. (Tolo News)

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

President Emmanuel Macron announces that the country will began to ease its strict lockdown measures beginning November 28, allowing shops to reopen with strict

President Emmanuel Macron announces that the country will began to ease its strict lockdown measures beginning November 28, allowing shops to reopen with strict hygiene measures. If health conditions in the country continue to improve, France will lift its lockdown on December 15, allowing cinemas, theatres, and museums to reopen. (Euronews)

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

The government announces that Hong Kong will close some entertainment venues such as bars, nightclubs and bathhouses from November 26 to December 2.

The government announces that Hong Kong will close some entertainment venues such as bars, nightclubs and bathhouses from November 26 to December 2. In addition, a maximum of ten tables will be allowed in restaurants, with four people per table. These measures come as Hong Kong reports 80 new cases in the past 24 hours, the highest single-day total since August. (South China Morning Post)

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

The Tigray People's Liberation Front forces claim that they have destroyed an Ethiopian National Defense Force division.

The Tigray People's Liberation Front forces claim that they have destroyed an Ethiopian National Defense Force division. The Ethiopian government denies this and claims that many Tigrayan fighters are surrendering as the 72-hour ultimatum previously issued by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed is approaching its end and a military build-up is growing around the region's capital, Mekelle. (Reuters)

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

Tigray conflict The Tigray People's Liberation Front forces claim that they have destroyed an Ethiopian National Defense Force division.

Tigray conflict The Tigray People's Liberation Front forces claim that they have destroyed an Ethiopian National Defense Force division. The Ethiopian government denies this and claims that many Tigrayan fighters are surrendering as the 72-hour ultimatum previously issued by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed is approaching its end and a military build-up is growing around the region's capital, Mekelle. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 24, 2020
Nov
24
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announces that the province will ban indoor gatherings, suspend classes for studen

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announces that the province will ban indoor gatherings, suspend classes for students, and reduce retail store capacities to stop the spread of COVID-19. (CFRN-DT) COVID-19 pandemic in British Columbia British Columbia reports a record 941 new cases in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to 28,348. (Daily Hive)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 24, 2020
Nov
24
Technology / Science

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia The number of new confirmed cases in Malaysia increases by a record 2,188 cases in the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia The number of new confirmed cases in Malaysia increases by a record 2,188 cases in the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases to 58,847. Of these new cases, 1,632 of them are from Selangor, the majority being from the Teratai cluster involving factory workers. (Malay Mail)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 24, 2020
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