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Nov
26
Politics / Government

2020 Burkinabé general election Incumbent president Roch Marc Christian Kaboré is declared victorious in Burkina Faso's latest general election.

2020 Burkinabé general election Incumbent president Roch Marc Christian Kaboré is declared victorious in Burkina Faso's latest general election. The voting process was overshadowed by a deteriorating security situation in the northern parts of the country primarily due to islamistic terrorism, resulting in at least one fifth of the country having been unable to participate in the election. (DW)

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

Incumbent president Roch Marc Christian Kaboré is declared victorious in Burkina Faso's latest general election.

Incumbent president Roch Marc Christian Kaboré is declared victorious in Burkina Faso's latest general election. The voting process was overshadowed by a deteriorating security situation in the northern parts of the country primarily due to islamistic terrorism, resulting in at least one fifth of the country having been unable to participate in the election. (DW)

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

Christchurch mosque shootings A royal commission of inquiry formally presents its report on the March 2019 mass shootings in Christchurch, New Zealand, to the g

Christchurch mosque shootings A royal commission of inquiry formally presents its report on the March 2019 mass shootings in Christchurch, New Zealand, to the government. The report has yet to be made public, a course of action that must be decided by Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern. (The Guardian)

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

COVID-19 pandemic in India, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic The government extends the suspension of most scheduled international flights u

COVID-19 pandemic in India, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic The government extends the suspension of most scheduled international flights until December 31. However, the restrictions do not apply to International all-cargo flights, Vande Bharat Mission flights, some international flights for which India has travel bubble agreements with other countries, and other flights specifically approved by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation. (The Times of India)

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

The government extends the suspension of most scheduled international flights until December 31.

The government extends the suspension of most scheduled international flights until December 31. However, the restrictions do not apply to International all-cargo flights, Vande Bharat Mission flights, some international flights for which India has travel bubble agreements with other countries, and other flights specifically approved by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation. (The Times of India)

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

Australia–Iran relations Australian-British academic Kylie Moore-Gilbert is freed by Iran in an apparent prisoner exchange with Australia for three Iranians.

Australia–Iran relations Australian-British academic Kylie Moore-Gilbert is freed by Iran in an apparent prisoner exchange with Australia for three Iranians. Moore-Gilbert had been arrested for espionage. Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison calls her release a "miracle". (CNN)

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

COVID-19 pandemic in Croatia Prime Minister Andrej Plenković announces that Croatia will suspend weddings, close cafés and restaurants, and restrict outdoor and

COVID-19 pandemic in Croatia Prime Minister Andrej Plenković announces that Croatia will suspend weddings, close cafés and restaurants, and restrict outdoor and public gatherings to 25 people and private gatherings to 10 people between November 28 and December 21 as the country reports a record 4,009 new cases in the past 24 hours. (Croatia Week)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 26, 2020
Nov
26
Technology / Science

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia Malaysia imposes mandatory COVID-19 screening for 1.7 million foreign workers due to a high number of cases among these workers.

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia Malaysia imposes mandatory COVID-19 screening for 1.7 million foreign workers due to a high number of cases among these workers. In addition, authorities impose a fine of RM50,000 per worker if employers house their foreign staff in crowded spaces. (The Straits Times) Malaysia reports a single-day record of 2,555 recoveries, bringing the total number of recovered patients to 49,056. (New Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 26, 2020
Nov
26
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea The number of new confirmed cases in South Korea reaches an eight-month high of 583 cases, the first time the country has repor

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea The number of new confirmed cases in South Korea reaches an eight-month high of 583 cases, the first time the country has reported more than 500 cases since March 6. The country now has 32,318 total confirmed cases, according to data from the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency. (Yonhap News Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 26, 2020
Nov
26
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 174 deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 13,014.

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 174 deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide death toll to 13,014. The country also reports 29,132 cases, including 6,876 symptomatic cases, also a new record since the pandemic began when asymptomatic figures are included. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 26, 2020
Nov
26
Health / Disasters

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on The Walt Disney Company The Walt Disney Company announces that it plans to lay off

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on The Walt Disney Company The Walt Disney Company announces that it plans to lay off 32,000 employees by the end of March 2021, as the pandemic continues to impact its theme parks and resorts. (CNN)

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

Mekelle offensive The Ethiopian National Defense Force says it will begin a "final phase" of an offensive on the Tigray People's Liberation Front-held city of M

Mekelle offensive The Ethiopian National Defense Force says it will begin a "final phase" of an offensive on the Tigray People's Liberation Front-held city of Mekelle in the Tigray Region, following the expiration of a 72-hour ultimatum for Tigrayan forces to surrender. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed calls on the people of Mekelle to "disarm, stay at home and stay away from military targets" during the military operation. (Reuters)

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

Prime Minister Andrej Plenković announces that Croatia will suspend weddings, close cafés and restaurants, and restrict outdoor and public gatherings to 25 peop

Prime Minister Andrej Plenković announces that Croatia will suspend weddings, close cafés and restaurants, and restrict outdoor and public gatherings to 25 people and private gatherings to 10 people between November 28 and December 21 as the country reports a record 4,009 new cases in the past 24 hours. (Croatia Week)

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

The Ethiopian National Defense Force says it will begin a "final phase" of an offensive on the Tigray People's Liberation Front-held city of Mekelle in the Tigr

The Ethiopian National Defense Force says it will begin a "final phase" of an offensive on the Tigray People's Liberation Front-held city of Mekelle in the Tigray Region, following the expiration of a 72-hour ultimatum for Tigrayan forces to surrender. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed calls on the people of Mekelle to "disarm, stay at home and stay away from military targets" during the military operation. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 26, 2020
Nov
26
Health / Disasters

The number of new confirmed cases in South Korea reaches an eight-month high of 583 cases, the first time the country has reported more than 500 cases since Mar

The number of new confirmed cases in South Korea reaches an eight-month high of 583 cases, the first time the country has reported more than 500 cases since March 6. The country now has 32,318 total confirmed cases, according to data from the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency. (Yonhap News Agency)

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

Tigray conflict Mekelle offensive The Ethiopian National Defense Force says it will begin a "final phase" of an offensive on the Tigray People's Liberation Fron

Tigray conflict Mekelle offensive The Ethiopian National Defense Force says it will begin a "final phase" of an offensive on the Tigray People's Liberation Front-held city of Mekelle in the Tigray Region, following the expiration of a 72-hour ultimatum for Tigrayan forces to surrender. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed calls on the people of Mekelle to "disarm, stay at home and stay away from military targets" during the military operation. (Reuters)

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

COVID-19 pandemic in Belgium Prime Minister Alexander De Croo announces that all non-essential retailers will be allowed to reopen on December 1, along with mus

COVID-19 pandemic in Belgium Prime Minister Alexander De Croo announces that all non-essential retailers will be allowed to reopen on December 1, along with museums and swimming pools, provided that they follow strict health protocols. Other government restrictions will remain in effect, including limits on gatherings during Christmas and bans on fireworks during New Year's Eve. (The Brussels Times)

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

Iran's most senior nuclear scientist, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, is assassinated by gunmen in Absard.

Iran's most senior nuclear scientist, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, is assassinated by gunmen in Absard. The attackers blow up a car and then open fire on his vehicle, seriously wounding him; he later dies in a hospital. Three or four of the attackers are later killed during a gunfight with Fakhrizadeh's bodyguards. Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has called the killing an act of state terror. (BBC News)

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

Prime Minister Alexander De Croo announces that all non-essential retailers will be allowed to reopen on December 1, along with museums and swimming pools, prov

Prime Minister Alexander De Croo announces that all non-essential retailers will be allowed to reopen on December 1, along with museums and swimming pools, provided that they follow strict health protocols. Other government restrictions will remain in effect, including limits on gatherings during Christmas and bans on fireworks during New Year's Eve. (The Brussels Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 27, 2020
Nov
27
Economy / Jobs / Business

COVID-19 pandemic in California Los Angeles County announces that it will issue a new safer-at-home order that restricts the capacity of businesses, closes play

COVID-19 pandemic in California Los Angeles County announces that it will issue a new safer-at-home order that restricts the capacity of businesses, closes playgrounds and cardrooms, and prohibits all public and private gatherings of individuals from different households except for religious services and protests. This order will begin November 30 and will expire on December 20. (CBS News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 27, 2020
Nov
27
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Ontario Ontario reports 1,855 new cases in the last 24 hours, a new single-day record since the pandemic began.

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Ontario Ontario reports 1,855 new cases in the last 24 hours, a new single-day record since the pandemic began. (CBC) Nationwide, a record 5,963 new cases are reported in Canada, bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 358,741. (Global News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 27, 2020
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