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28
Politics / Government

Protests against Benjamin Netanyahu Protesters gather at the Beit Aghion residence in Jerusalem to call for the resignation of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin N

Protests against Benjamin Netanyahu Protesters gather at the Beit Aghion residence in Jerusalem to call for the resignation of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic in the country and also while he is on trial for corruption. (Toronto Star)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 28, 2020
Nov
29
War / Conflict / Security

War in Afghanistan November 2020 Afghanistan attacks A car bombing at an Afghan Public Protection Force compound in Ghazni Province kills at least 30 Afghan Nat

War in Afghanistan November 2020 Afghanistan attacks A car bombing at an Afghan Public Protection Force compound in Ghazni Province kills at least 30 Afghan National Army personnel and injures 24 others. Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid does not confirm or deny responsibility for the attack. (Reuters) At least three civilians are killed and 23 others wounded in a suicide bombing in Zabul targeting the head of Zabul’s provincial council, who is among the wounded. (TOLO News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

2020 H5N8 outbreak The British government confirms that a case of the highly pathogenic H5N8 avian influenza has been found at a turkey farm in North Yorkshire,

2020 H5N8 outbreak The British government confirms that a case of the highly pathogenic H5N8 avian influenza has been found at a turkey farm in North Yorkshire, England. All 10,500 birds at the farm will be culled in order to limit the spread of the disease, according to Chief Veterinary Officer Christine Middlemiss. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

Avian influenza 2020 H5N8 outbreak The British government confirms that a case of the highly pathogenic H5N8 avian influenza has been found at a turkey farm in

Avian influenza 2020 H5N8 outbreak The British government confirms that a case of the highly pathogenic H5N8 avian influenza has been found at a turkey farm in North Yorkshire, England. All 10,500 birds at the farm will be culled in order to limit the spread of the disease, according to Chief Veterinary Officer Christine Middlemiss. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
War / Conflict / Security

Boko Haram insurgency Koshebe massacre The death toll from the massacre yesterday in Jere, Borno State, Nigeria, rises to 110, as more people are found dead and

Boko Haram insurgency Koshebe massacre The death toll from the massacre yesterday in Jere, Borno State, Nigeria, rises to 110, as more people are found dead and injured victims die of their wounds. It is the deadliest terrorist attack against civilians in Nigeria this year. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic The Canadian federal government extends international travel restrictions for

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic The Canadian federal government extends international travel restrictions for most travellers who are not Canadian citizens, permanent residents or people entering from the United States for "essential" reasons until January 21, 2021. (CBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Immigration / Law / Policy

COVID-19 pandemic in France, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on religion The Council of State orders the government to review a law limiting the number of peopl

COVID-19 pandemic in France, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on religion The Council of State orders the government to review a law limiting the number of people in churches during religious services to 30, saying that the measure was not proportionate to infection risks. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong The number of new confirmed cases in Hong Kong reaches a nearly four-month high of 115 cases.

COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong The number of new confirmed cases in Hong Kong reaches a nearly four-month high of 115 cases. The city now has 6,239 total confirmed cases since the pandemic began. (CNA) In response to the highest level of new infections since August, the government announces that all kindergartens, primary schools and secondary schools will suspend in-person classes from December 2 until after the Christmas holidays. (South China Morning Post) (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea South Korea decides to implement more stringent measures in the Seoul Capital Area for one week and also raise social distancin

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea South Korea decides to implement more stringent measures in the Seoul Capital Area for one week and also raise social distancing rules outside the Seoul Capital Area to Level 1.5 for two weeks beginning December 1. In the Seoul Capital Area, health authorities announce that saunas and steam-bath rooms in bathhouses will be closed for one week. The government will also ban New Year's Eve parties organized by hotels and other accommodation facilities. (Yonhap News Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

In response to the highest level of new infections since August, the government announces that all kindergartens, primary schools and secondary schools will sus

In response to the highest level of new infections since August, the government announces that all kindergartens, primary schools and secondary schools will suspend in-person classes from December 2 until after the Christmas holidays. (South China Morning Post) (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
War / Conflict / Security

Koshebe massacre The death toll from the massacre yesterday in Jere, Borno State, Nigeria, rises to 110, as more people are found dead and injured victims die o

Koshebe massacre The death toll from the massacre yesterday in Jere, Borno State, Nigeria, rises to 110, as more people are found dead and injured victims die of their wounds. It is the deadliest terrorist attack against civilians in Nigeria this year. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
War / Conflict / Security

November 2020 Afghanistan attacks A car bombing at an Afghan Public Protection Force compound in Ghazni Province kills at least 30 Afghan National Army personne

November 2020 Afghanistan attacks A car bombing at an Afghan Public Protection Force compound in Ghazni Province kills at least 30 Afghan National Army personnel and injures 24 others. Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid does not confirm or deny responsibility for the attack. (Reuters) At least three civilians are killed and 23 others wounded in a suicide bombing in Zabul targeting the head of Zabul’s provincial council, who is among the wounded. (TOLO News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

South Korea decides to implement more stringent measures in the Seoul Capital Area for one week and also raise social distancing rules outside the Seoul Capital

South Korea decides to implement more stringent measures in the Seoul Capital Area for one week and also raise social distancing rules outside the Seoul Capital Area to Level 1.5 for two weeks beginning December 1. In the Seoul Capital Area, health authorities announce that saunas and steam-bath rooms in bathhouses will be closed for one week. The government will also ban New Year's Eve parties organized by hotels and other accommodation facilities. (Yonhap News Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

The British government confirms that a case of the highly pathogenic H5N8 avian influenza has been found at a turkey farm in North Yorkshire, England.

The British government confirms that a case of the highly pathogenic H5N8 avian influenza has been found at a turkey farm in North Yorkshire, England. All 10,500 birds at the farm will be culled in order to limit the spread of the disease, according to Chief Veterinary Officer Christine Middlemiss. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
War / Conflict / Security

Tigray conflict The Tigray People's Liberation Front says it has shot down an Ethiopian Air Force warplane and captured its pilot who "was on a mission to bomb"

Tigray conflict The Tigray People's Liberation Front says it has shot down an Ethiopian Air Force warplane and captured its pilot who "was on a mission to bomb", and also claims that its forces have retaken the town of Axum from federal troops. (TRT World) Ethiopian state TV reports that mass graves containing 70 bodies have been discovered in the city of Humera in the Tigray Region. (National Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

Acting Health Minister Hamad Hassan announces that the country will gradually ease restrictions beginning tomorrow in a bid to relieve its struggling economy du

Acting Health Minister Hamad Hassan announces that the country will gradually ease restrictions beginning tomorrow in a bid to relieve its struggling economy during Christmas and New Year festivities. Restaurants will reopen at 50% capacity and the curfew will be moved from 5:00 p.m. local time to 11:00 p.m. local time. (Arab News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Lebanon Acting Health Minister Hamad Hassan announces that the country will gradually ease restrictions beginning tomorrow in a bid to reli

COVID-19 pandemic in Lebanon Acting Health Minister Hamad Hassan announces that the country will gradually ease restrictions beginning tomorrow in a bid to relieve its struggling economy during Christmas and New Year festivities. Restaurants will reopen at 50% capacity and the curfew will be moved from 5:00 p.m. local time to 11:00 p.m. local time. (Arab News) Lebanon surpasses 1,000 total deaths from COVID-19. (The Daily Star)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in New York City New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announces that public elementary schools will resume in-person classes tomorrow and will r

COVID-19 pandemic in New York City New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announces that public elementary schools will resume in-person classes tomorrow and will require students to have testing consent forms in order to return. Additionally, District 75 schools that cater to students with disabilities will reopen on December 10. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic Health Minister Jan Blatný announces that the country will move from level 4 to level 3 of the pandemic alert system, al

COVID-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic Health Minister Jan Blatný announces that the country will move from level 4 to level 3 of the pandemic alert system, allowing restaurants and non-essential shops to reopen beginning Thursday, but with social distancing limits for customers. The night-time curfew will also be lifted and limited sports activities can resume. (Expats.cz)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
29
Politics / Government

Health Minister Jan Blatný announces that the country will move from level 4 to level 3 of the pandemic alert system, allowing restaurants and non-essential sho

Health Minister Jan Blatný announces that the country will move from level 4 to level 3 of the pandemic alert system, allowing restaurants and non-essential shops to reopen beginning Thursday, but with social distancing limits for customers. The night-time curfew will also be lifted and limited sports activities can resume. (Expats.cz)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 29, 2020
Nov
30
Politics / Government

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison demands an apology from the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs after a spokesman tweeted a political cartoon of an Aus

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison demands an apology from the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs after a spokesman tweeted a political cartoon of an Australian soldier killing an Afghan child in a post criticizing the Australian Defence Forces' recent war crimes in Afghanistan. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 30, 2020
Nov
30
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong The Hong Kong government announces that they will limit the number of people in a gathering to two, close venues such as mahjong

COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong The Hong Kong government announces that they will limit the number of people in a gathering to two, close venues such as mahjong parlours and swimming pools and ask most civil servants to work from home for two weeks beginning December 2. Ocean Park and Hong Kong Disneyland will also be closed. (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 30, 2020
Nov
30
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey surpasses 500,000 total cases of COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey surpasses 500,000 total cases of COVID-19. (Anadolu Agency) In response to a rise in cases, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan announces the most widespread restrictions in the country beginning tomorrow, including extending curfews to weeknights between 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. local time and total weekend lockdowns from 9:00 p.m. on Friday to 5:00 a.m. local time on Monday. Grocery stores and food delivery services are exempt from the lockdowns within certain hours. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 30, 2020
Nov
30
Politics / Government

In response to a rise in cases, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan announces the most widespread restrictions in the country beginning tomorrow, including extending

In response to a rise in cases, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan announces the most widespread restrictions in the country beginning tomorrow, including extending curfews to weeknights between 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. local time and total weekend lockdowns from 9:00 p.m. on Friday to 5:00 a.m. local time on Monday. Grocery stores and food delivery services are exempt from the lockdowns within certain hours. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 30, 2020
Nov
30
Politics / Government

The Hong Kong government announces that they will limit the number of people in a gathering to two, close venues such as mahjong parlours and swimming pools and

The Hong Kong government announces that they will limit the number of people in a gathering to two, close venues such as mahjong parlours and swimming pools and ask most civil servants to work from home for two weeks beginning December 2. Ocean Park and Hong Kong Disneyland will also be closed. (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 30, 2020
Nov
30
Economy / Jobs / Business

British retail tycoon Philip Green's Arcadia Group collapses into administration, putting over 13,000 jobs at risk and becoming the United Kingdom's biggest cor

British retail tycoon Philip Green's Arcadia Group collapses into administration, putting over 13,000 jobs at risk and becoming the United Kingdom's biggest corporate casualty of the COVID-19 pandemic so far. Arcadia CEO Ian Grabiner blames the pandemic for the company's demise, saying "the obstacles we encountered were far too severe". (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 30, 2020
Nov
30
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil COVID-19 pandemic in São Paulo (state) The state of São Paulo imposes stricter social distancing measures with restrictions on openi

COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil COVID-19 pandemic in São Paulo (state) The state of São Paulo imposes stricter social distancing measures with restrictions on opening hours and capacity limits for bars, restaurants and shopping malls as it attempts to reduce the spread of COVID-19. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 30, 2020
Nov
30
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Greece, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority extends the travel restrictions until De

COVID-19 pandemic in Greece, Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic The Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority extends the travel restrictions until December 7 for domestic flights and December 14 for international flights in an attempt to reduce the second wave of the pandemic. (Ekathimerini)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Nov 30, 2020
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