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Oct
04
Politics / Government

The Presidents of Palau, Nauru, Kiribati, the Federated States of Micronesia and the Marshall Islands issue a statement threatening to leave the Pacific Islands

The Presidents of Palau, Nauru, Kiribati, the Federated States of Micronesia and the Marshall Islands issue a statement threatening to leave the Pacific Islands Forum if their nominee is not chosen as Secretary-General. Micronesian President David W. Panuelo says the issue is "non-negotiable". (RNZ)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 4, 2020
Oct
04
Politics / Government

Azerbaijan's second-largest city Ganja is shelled by Artsakh forces, destroying several buildings and killing at least one civilian.

Azerbaijan's second-largest city Ganja is shelled by Artsakh forces, destroying several buildings and killing at least one civilian. Ganja International Airport is also bombed. Azerbaijani Defence Minister Zakir Hasanov says it is a "clearly provocative" move that was "expanding the conflict". (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 4, 2020
Oct
04
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Russia Russia reports 10,499 new cases in the past 24 hours, setting a record for the highest number of daily new cases since May 15, when

COVID-19 pandemic in Russia Russia reports 10,499 new cases in the past 24 hours, setting a record for the highest number of daily new cases since May 15, when the outbreak was at its peak and lockdowns were in place in parts of the country. This is also the first time that daily new infections surpassed 10,000 since May. (Daily Sabah)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 4, 2020
Oct
04
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom The United Kingdom surpasses 500,000 cases of COVID-19 after a backlog of infections left out of Public Health England's

COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom The United Kingdom surpasses 500,000 cases of COVID-19 after a backlog of infections left out of Public Health England's daily figures between September 25 and October 2 led to a record 22,961 cases reported in 24 hours. The glitch led to 15,841 cases not being passed on to data dashboards used for contact tracing. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 4, 2020
Oct
04
Economy / Jobs / Business

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cinema Cineworld announces it is temporarily shutting down al

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cinema Cineworld announces it is temporarily shutting down all its cinemas in the United Kingdom and United States, putting more than 5,500 jobs at risk, after reporting £1.3bn in losses since the COVID-19 lockdown. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 4, 2020
Oct
04
Immigration / Law / Policy

Eight migrants are dead, while 12 more are missing, after three unidentified smugglers hijacked their boat off the coast of Djibouti, according to eyewitnesses

Eight migrants are dead, while 12 more are missing, after three unidentified smugglers hijacked their boat off the coast of Djibouti, according to eyewitnesses and the International Organization for Migration. The agency reports that the migrants had attempted to reach Saudi Arabia via Yemen, but were forced to return to the Horn of Africa due to COVID-19 pandemic-related travel restrictions. (AFP via Macau Business)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 4, 2020
Oct
04
Health / Disasters

Russia reports 10,499 new cases in the past 24 hours, setting a record for the highest number of daily new cases since May 15, when the outbreak was at its peak

Russia reports 10,499 new cases in the past 24 hours, setting a record for the highest number of daily new cases since May 15, when the outbreak was at its peak and lockdowns were in place in parts of the country. This is also the first time that daily new infections surpassed 10,000 since May. (Daily Sabah)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 4, 2020
Oct
04
Health / Disasters

The United Kingdom surpasses 500,000 cases of COVID-19 after a backlog of infections left out of Public Health England's daily figures between September 25 and

The United Kingdom surpasses 500,000 cases of COVID-19 after a backlog of infections left out of Public Health England's daily figures between September 25 and October 2 led to a record 22,961 cases reported in 24 hours. The glitch led to 15,841 cases not being passed on to data dashboards used for contact tracing. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 4, 2020
Oct
05
Politics / Government

Animal welfare and rights in Israel The government announces it will ban the animal fur trade, becoming the first country to do so.

Animal welfare and rights in Israel The government announces it will ban the animal fur trade, becoming the first country to do so. Environmental Protection Minister Gila Gamliel says "Utilising the skin and fur of wildlife for the fashion industry is immoral". Anyone found selling or buying fur after the ban, with the exemption of ultra-Orthodox Jews, will face a fine of up to €18,500 or a year in prison. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 5, 2020
Oct
05
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in France The government places Paris and its Île-de-France region on maximum alert following a surge of infection rates, prompting Île-de-Fra

COVID-19 pandemic in France The government places Paris and its Île-de-France region on maximum alert following a surge of infection rates, prompting Île-de-France to shut down all bars, gymnasiums, and swimming pools completely and all festive gatherings in establishments are banned from being open to the public effective tomorrow. The restrictions will last two weeks, but restaurants will remain open with strict health protocols. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 5, 2020
Oct
05
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Mexico The Health Ministry reported a record jump of 2,789 deaths and 28,115 cases in Mexico, far surpassing the previous record of 1,092 d

COVID-19 pandemic in Mexico The Health Ministry reported a record jump of 2,789 deaths and 28,115 cases in Mexico, far surpassing the previous record of 1,092 deaths and 9,556 cases. The government said the record was due to a change of methodology which includes additional cases that were not reported from June. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 5, 2020
Oct
05
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Spain The regional government of Castilla y León announce to confine the cities of León and Palencia given the rising number of infections

COVID-19 pandemic in Spain The regional government of Castilla y León announce to confine the cities of León and Palencia given the rising number of infections detected there over the last 14 days. The measure, which will take effect tomorrow, will include closing times for establishments at 11:00 p.m. local time with the last customer permitted to enter an hour earlier, and capacity in bars and restaurants limited to 50% indoors and 60% outdoor in a similar move that was implemented in Madrid. (El Pais in English)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 5, 2020
Oct
05
Politics / Government

The government announces it will ban the animal fur trade, becoming the first country to do so.

The government announces it will ban the animal fur trade, becoming the first country to do so. Environmental Protection Minister Gila Gamliel says "Utilising the skin and fur of wildlife for the fashion industry is immoral". Anyone found selling or buying fur after the ban, with the exemption of ultra-Orthodox Jews, will face a fine of up to €18,500 or a year in prison. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 5, 2020
Oct
05
Politics / Government

The government places Paris and its Île-de-France region on maximum alert following a surge of infection rates, prompting Île-de-France to shut down all bars, g

The government places Paris and its Île-de-France region on maximum alert following a surge of infection rates, prompting Île-de-France to shut down all bars, gymnasiums, and swimming pools completely and all festive gatherings in establishments are banned from being open to the public effective tomorrow. The restrictions will last two weeks, but restaurants will remain open with strict health protocols. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 5, 2020
Oct
05
Politics / Government

The Health Ministry reported a record jump of 2,789 deaths and 28,115 cases in Mexico, far surpassing the previous record of 1,092 deaths and 9,556 cases.

The Health Ministry reported a record jump of 2,789 deaths and 28,115 cases in Mexico, far surpassing the previous record of 1,092 deaths and 9,556 cases. The government said the record was due to a change of methodology which includes additional cases that were not reported from June. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 5, 2020
Oct
05
Immigration / Law / Policy

The Indonesian parliament passes a controversial job creation omnibus bill into law amid mounting criticism over its provisions on labour rights, indigenous com

The Indonesian parliament passes a controversial job creation omnibus bill into law amid mounting criticism over its provisions on labour rights, indigenous community rights, and environmental protection. Labour unions and civil rights groups plan to hold large-scale protests. (Antara)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 5, 2020
Oct
05
Politics / Government

The regional government of Castilla y León announce to confine the cities of León and Palencia given the rising number of infections detected there over the las

The regional government of Castilla y León announce to confine the cities of León and Palencia given the rising number of infections detected there over the last 14 days. The measure, which will take effect tomorrow, will include closing times for establishments at 11:00 p.m. local time with the last customer permitted to enter an hour earlier, and capacity in bars and restaurants limited to 50% indoors and 60% outdoor in a similar move that was implemented in Madrid. (El Pais in English)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 5, 2020
Oct
05
War / Conflict / Security

2019–20 Algerian protests Between 400 and 500 Algerians defy the ban on protests and march on the capital of Algiers to both commemorate the 32nd anniversary of

2019–20 Algerian protests Between 400 and 500 Algerians defy the ban on protests and march on the capital of Algiers to both commemorate the 32nd anniversary of the 1988 pro-democracy protests and riots and renew calls for the resignation of the ruling military junta. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 5, 2020
Oct
05
War / Conflict / Security

2020 Nagorno-Karabakh conflict Timeline of military engagements in the 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh conflict Azerbaijan's Ministry of Defence says the Armenian Armed F

2020 Nagorno-Karabakh conflict Timeline of military engagements in the 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh conflict Azerbaijan's Ministry of Defence says the Armenian Armed Forces are bombarding the Azerbaijani cities of Beylagan, Barda, Tartar, and Ganja. Azeri artillery pounds Stepanakert for a fourth consecutive day, killing 5 civilians, according to an Al Jazeera journalist in the city. (Al Jazeera) (APA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 5, 2020
Oct
05
Major Trends

Azerbaijan's Ministry of Defence says the Armenian Armed Forces are bombarding the Azerbaijani cities of Beylagan, Barda, Tartar, and Ganja.

Azerbaijan's Ministry of Defence says the Armenian Armed Forces are bombarding the Azerbaijani cities of Beylagan, Barda, Tartar, and Ganja. Azeri artillery pounds Stepanakert for a fourth consecutive day, killing 5 civilians, according to an Al Jazeera journalist in the city. (Al Jazeera) (APA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 5, 2020
Oct
05
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin announces that he will undergo a two-week home quarantine, after Minister in the Prime Minister's

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin announces that he will undergo a two-week home quarantine, after Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri, who attended a National Security meeting he chaired on Saturday, tested positive for COVID-19. (CNA) Malaysia reports 432 new cases in the last 24 hours, a new record of daily infections since the beginning of the outbreak. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 5, 2020
Oct
05
Economy / Jobs / Business

COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state) New York governor Andrew Cuomo orders schools to close starting tomorrow in several "hot spots" around the state, includin

COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state) New York governor Andrew Cuomo orders schools to close starting tomorrow in several "hot spots" around the state, including parts of the New York City boroughs of Brooklyn and Queens. This comes after COVID-19 test positivity rates rose above 3% in those areas for seven days in a row. Cuomo declined to close non-essential businesses and religious institutions. (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 5, 2020
Oct
05
Politics / Government

Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin announces that he will undergo a two-week home quarantine, after Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Zulkifli Mohamad Al

Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin announces that he will undergo a two-week home quarantine, after Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri, who attended a National Security meeting he chaired on Saturday, tested positive for COVID-19. (CNA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 5, 2020
Oct
05
War / Conflict / Security

Timeline of military engagements in the 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh conflict Azerbaijan's Ministry of Defence says the Armenian Armed Forces are bombarding the Azerba

Timeline of military engagements in the 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh conflict Azerbaijan's Ministry of Defence says the Armenian Armed Forces are bombarding the Azerbaijani cities of Beylagan, Barda, Tartar, and Ganja. Azeri artillery pounds Stepanakert for a fourth consecutive day, killing 5 civilians, according to an Al Jazeera journalist in the city. (Al Jazeera) (APA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 5, 2020
Oct
06
War / Conflict / Security

Hurricane Delta Hurricane Delta strengthens into a powerful Category 4 hurricane, with additional strengthening anticipated until landfall in Quintana Roo, Mexi

Hurricane Delta Hurricane Delta strengthens into a powerful Category 4 hurricane, with additional strengthening anticipated until landfall in Quintana Roo, Mexico. (National Hurricane Center) Governor of Louisiana John Bel Edwards declares a state of emergency ahead of the storm. (WDSU-TV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 6, 2020
Oct
06
War / Conflict / Security

Nobel Prize in Physics The Nobel Prize in Physics is awarded to Roger Penrose "for the discovery that black hole formation is a robust prediction of the general

Nobel Prize in Physics The Nobel Prize in Physics is awarded to Roger Penrose "for the discovery that black hole formation is a robust prediction of the general theory of relativity," and to Reinhard Genzel and Andrea M. Ghez "for the discovery of a supermassive compact object at the centre of our galaxy." (CBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 6, 2020
Oct
06
War / Conflict / Security

The Nobel Prize in Physics is awarded to Roger Penrose "for the discovery that black hole formation is a robust prediction of the general theory of relativity,"

The Nobel Prize in Physics is awarded to Roger Penrose "for the discovery that black hole formation is a robust prediction of the general theory of relativity," and to Reinhard Genzel and Andrea M. Ghez "for the discovery of a supermassive compact object at the centre of our galaxy." (CBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 6, 2020
Oct
06
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia The number of daily cases in Malaysia reaches 691, a record for two consecutive days.

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia The number of daily cases in Malaysia reaches 691, a record for two consecutive days. The Health Ministry's director-general Noor Hisham Abdullah says that of those new cases, 397 of them were from Kedah, with most of them being caused by an outbreak in a prison. (The Straits Times) COVID-19 pandemic in the United Arab Emirates The United Arab Emirates surpasses 100,000 COVID-19 cases. In addition, six people have died in the past 24 hours, the highest single day figure since May. (The National)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 6, 2020
Oct
06
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Finland Finland reports its highest daily number of COVID-19 cases since the start of the pandemic, with 227 new cases reported, surpassing

COVID-19 pandemic in Finland Finland reports its highest daily number of COVID-19 cases since the start of the pandemic, with 227 new cases reported, surpassing the previous peak in April. They also exceed the rate that the country has set for other countries before their citizens are allowed to visit without being quarantined. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 6, 2020
Oct
06
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia The number of daily cases in Malaysia reaches 691, a record for two consecutive days.

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia The number of daily cases in Malaysia reaches 691, a record for two consecutive days. The Health Ministry's director-general Noor Hisham Abdullah says that of those new cases, 397 of them were from Kedah, with most of them being caused by an outbreak in a prison. (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 6, 2020
Oct
06
Economy / Jobs / Business

COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state) New York state will reinstate restrictions on businesses, houses of worship and schools in and near areas where coronaviru

COVID-19 pandemic in New York (state) New York state will reinstate restrictions on businesses, houses of worship and schools in and near areas where coronavirus cases are spiking, governor Andrew Cuomo said. The new rules will affect parts of Brooklyn and Queens in New York City, sections of Orange and Rockland counties in the Hudson Valley, and an area within Binghamton in the Southern Tier. This restrictions will take effect no later than Friday. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 6, 2020
Oct
06
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Vatican City The Secretary General of the Governorate of Vatican City State announces that as of 7 October it will also be mandatory to wea

COVID-19 pandemic in Vatican City The Secretary General of the Governorate of Vatican City State announces that as of 7 October it will also be mandatory to wear masks outdoors when it is not possible to maintain a safety distance. This rule will also apply in the extraterritorial properties of the Vatican in the city of Rome. (Catholic News Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Oct 6, 2020
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