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COVID-19 pandemic in Germany German health authorities suspend the use of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine in people under the age of 60 after new data showing a

COVID-19 pandemic in Germany German health authorities suspend the use of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine in people under the age of 60 after new data showing a rise in unusual blood clots in the head was released. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 30, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Greece Greece reports a record 4,340 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirm

COVID-19 pandemic in Greece Greece reports a record 4,340 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 260,077. (Ekathimerini)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 30, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Pakistan Pakistan reports 100 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, the highest recorded in a single day of the year so far, thus brin

COVID-19 pandemic in Pakistan Pakistan reports 100 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, the highest recorded in a single day of the year so far, thus bringing the nationwide death toll to 14,434. The number of patients in critical care with COVID-19 also reaches an all-time high of 3,749. (Dawn)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 30, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 37,303 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confir

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 37,303 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 3.27 million. (Anadolu Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 30, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Venezuela Venezuela receives more than 115,000 doses of the EpiVacCorona vaccine as part of trials of the Russian vaccine candidate.

COVID-19 pandemic in Venezuela Venezuela receives more than 115,000 doses of the EpiVacCorona vaccine as part of trials of the Russian vaccine candidate. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 30, 2021

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German health authorities suspend the use of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine in people under the age of 60 after new data showing a rise in unusual blood clots i

German health authorities suspend the use of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine in people under the age of 60 after new data showing a rise in unusual blood clots in the head was released. (ABC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 30, 2021

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Gunmen kill three female polio vaccination health workers in Jalalabad, Nangarhar.

Gunmen kill three female polio vaccination health workers in Jalalabad, Nangarhar. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 30, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Australia, Lineage B.1.1.7 Restrictions temporarily increase in towns surrounding Byron Bay, New South Wales, after people linked to a rece

COVID-19 pandemic in Australia, Lineage B.1.1.7 Restrictions temporarily increase in towns surrounding Byron Bay, New South Wales, after people linked to a recent outbreak of the UK variant in Brisbane spread the virus. Mask wearing is made mandatory indoors and private gatherings are limited to 30. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 31, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh reports a record 5,358 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of

COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh reports a record 5,358 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 611,295. (Dhaka Tribune)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 31, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Jordan Jordan reports a record 111 deaths in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 6,858.

COVID-19 pandemic in Jordan Jordan reports a record 111 deaths in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 6,858. (Roya News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 31, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Oceania COVID-19 pandemic in Australia, Lineage B.1.1.7 Restrictions temporarily increase in towns surrounding Byron Bay, New South Wales,

COVID-19 pandemic in Oceania COVID-19 pandemic in Australia, Lineage B.1.1.7 Restrictions temporarily increase in towns surrounding Byron Bay, New South Wales, after people linked to a recent outbreak of the UK variant in Brisbane spread the virus. Mask wearing is made mandatory indoors and private gatherings are limited to 30. (The Guardian) COVID-19 pandemic in Tonga Tonga receives its first shipment of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine supplied through the COVAX initiative. (Matangi Tonga)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 31, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Russia The Rosselkhoznadzor approves the Carnivac-Cov, which is the world's first COVID-19 vaccine for nonhuman animals.

COVID-19 pandemic in Russia The Rosselkhoznadzor approves the Carnivac-Cov, which is the world's first COVID-19 vaccine for nonhuman animals. (NBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 31, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Tonga Tonga receives its first shipment of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine supplied through the COVAX initiative.

COVID-19 pandemic in Tonga Tonga receives its first shipment of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine supplied through the COVAX initiative. (Matangi Tonga)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 31, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Ukraine Ukraine reports a record 407 deaths in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 32,825.

COVID-19 pandemic in Ukraine Ukraine reports a record 407 deaths in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 32,825. (Kyiv Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 31, 2021

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For the second consecutive day, Brazil reports a record total of 3,950 deaths from COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, thereby bringing the number of deaths to 321,5

For the second consecutive day, Brazil reports a record total of 3,950 deaths from COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, thereby bringing the number of deaths to 321,515. The total of 66,868 deaths in the past 31 days marked the most lethal month in the country for the duration of the pandemic. (G1)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 31, 2021

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Restrictions temporarily increase in towns surrounding Byron Bay, New South Wales, after people linked to a recent outbreak of the UK variant in Brisbane spread

Restrictions temporarily increase in towns surrounding Byron Bay, New South Wales, after people linked to a recent outbreak of the UK variant in Brisbane spread the virus. Mask wearing is made mandatory indoors and private gatherings are limited to 30. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 31, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Andorra Andorra receives 30.000 doses of Oxford-Astrazenca vaccines from COVAX WHO program.

COVID-19 pandemic in Andorra Andorra receives 30.000 doses of Oxford-Astrazenca vaccines from COVAX WHO program. (Diari d'Andorra)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 1, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Australia Lockdown restrictions are eased in Queensland, including Brisbane, after a decline in the number of COVID-19 cases.

COVID-19 pandemic in Australia Lockdown restrictions are eased in Queensland, including Brisbane, after a decline in the number of COVID-19 cases. (Nine News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 1, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in California California Governor Gavin Newsom receives the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

COVID-19 pandemic in California California Governor Gavin Newsom receives the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. (San Francisco Chronicle)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 1, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia, 501.V2 variant Malaysia reports nine locally transmitted cases of the 501.V2 variant of SARS-CoV-2, which was originally detected

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia, 501.V2 variant Malaysia reports nine locally transmitted cases of the 501.V2 variant of SARS-CoV-2, which was originally detected in South Africa. (Malaysiakini)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 1, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan, Lineage P.1 Michigan reports its first case of the Lineage P.1 variant in a person from Bay County.

COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan, Lineage P.1 Michigan reports its first case of the Lineage P.1 variant in a person from Bay County. (Detroit News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 1, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Spain Spain breaks vaccination record with 306,000 doses injected in one day.

COVID-19 pandemic in Spain Spain breaks vaccination record with 306,000 doses injected in one day. (El País)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 1, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in California California Governor Gavin Newsom receives the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in California California Governor Gavin Newsom receives the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. (San Francisco Chronicle) COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan, Lineage P.1 Michigan reports its first case of the Lineage P.1 variant in a person from Bay County. (Detroit News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 1, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 40,806 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confir

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 40,806 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 3.3 million. (Anadolu Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 1, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Vietnam Vietnam receives the first batch consisting 811,000 doses of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine distributed through COVAX scheme.

COVID-19 pandemic in Vietnam Vietnam receives the first batch consisting 811,000 doses of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine distributed through COVAX scheme. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 1, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh reports a record 6,830 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of

COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh reports a record 6,830 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 624,594. The country also reports its highest ever seven-day moving average of deaths with 50. (Dhaka Tribune)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 2, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Bosnia and Herzegovina Bosnia and Herzegovina reports a record 2,154 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, which is the fir

COVID-19 pandemic in Bosnia and Herzegovina Bosnia and Herzegovina reports a record 2,154 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, which is the first time that daily cases surpassed 2,000 in the country. (The National Herald)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 2, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issues an executive order banning the state from issuing vaccine passports.

COVID-19 pandemic in Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issues an executive order banning the state from issuing vaccine passports. (Orlando Sentinel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 2, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Iraq Mohammed Oreibi al-Khalifa, a former Iraq judge who presided during the trial of former dictator Saddam Hussein, dies from COVID-19 at

COVID-19 pandemic in Iraq Mohammed Oreibi al-Khalifa, a former Iraq judge who presided during the trial of former dictator Saddam Hussein, dies from COVID-19 at the age of 52. (Al Arabiya)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 2, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Maharashtra Maharashtra reports a record 47,827 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours.

COVID-19 pandemic in Maharashtra Maharashtra reports a record 47,827 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours. (The Times of India)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 2, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in the Netherlands The Netherlands suspends the administration of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine to people under 60 years old following the de

COVID-19 pandemic in the Netherlands The Netherlands suspends the administration of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine to people under 60 years old following the death of a woman who had received the vaccine. (The Independent)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 2, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines The Philippines reports a record 15,310 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, which includes 3,709 cases th

COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines The Philippines reports a record 15,310 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, which includes 3,709 cases that were not reported since March 31. This brings the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 771,497. (ABS-CBN News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 2, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 42,308 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confir

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 42,308 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 3.4 million. (Daily Sabah)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 2, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Ukraine Ukraine reports a record 19,893 new confirmed cases and 433 deaths from COVID-19, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirme

COVID-19 pandemic in Ukraine Ukraine reports a record 19,893 new confirmed cases and 433 deaths from COVID-19, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 1.71 million and the nationwide death toll to 33,679. (Kyiv Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 2, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Ontario Ontario enters a four-week "emergency brake" province-wide lockdown that was announced by Premier Doug

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Ontario Ontario enters a four-week "emergency brake" province-wide lockdown that was announced by Premier Doug Ford on Thursday amidst a third wave of COVID-19. Indoor and outdoor dining, and indoor organized public events and social gatherings, are prohibited. There are also capacity restrictions for in-person shopping, as well as weddings, funerals, and religious services. (CBC) Canada surpasses one million cases of COVID-19. (CTV News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 3, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Georgia Georgia receives 100,000 doses of the Sinopharm BBIBP-CorV vaccine.

COVID-19 pandemic in Georgia Georgia receives 100,000 doses of the Sinopharm BBIBP-CorV vaccine. However, vaccination will not begin until the country receives an approval from the World Health Organization. (Agenda.ge)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 3, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports 89,129 new cases in the past 24 hours, the highest daily total since September 20.

COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports 89,129 new cases in the past 24 hours, the highest daily total since September 20. The country also reports 714 deaths from COVID-19, the highest daily total since October 21. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 3, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Italy Italy enters a three-day nationwide lockdown on the eve of Easter amidst a variant-fueled spike of COVID-19 cases.

COVID-19 pandemic in Italy Italy enters a three-day nationwide lockdown on the eve of Easter amidst a variant-fueled spike of COVID-19 cases. Non-essential shops are closed, restaurants and bars are only allowed to offer for takeout or delivery, and travel between regions and visits to the relatives are severely limited through Monday. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 3, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Ontario Ontario enters a four-week "emergency brake" province-wide lockdown that was announced by Premier Doug Ford on Thursday amidst a th

COVID-19 pandemic in Ontario Ontario enters a four-week "emergency brake" province-wide lockdown that was announced by Premier Doug Ford on Thursday amidst a third wave of COVID-19. Indoor and outdoor dining, and indoor organized public events and social gatherings, are prohibited. There are also capacity restrictions for in-person shopping, as well as weddings, funerals, and religious services. (CBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 3, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 44,756 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confir

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 44,756 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 3.44 million. (Daily Sabah)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 3, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Ukraine Ukraine reports a record 20,341 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of conf

COVID-19 pandemic in Ukraine Ukraine reports a record 20,341 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 1.73 million. (Kyiv Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 3, 2021

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Georgia receives 100,000 doses of the Sinopharm BBIBP-CorV vaccine.

Georgia receives 100,000 doses of the Sinopharm BBIBP-CorV vaccine. However, vaccination will not begin until the country receives an approval from the World Health Organization. (Agenda.ge)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 3, 2021

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At least 80 people are killed in Flores island, Indonesia, and 21 more in Dili, East Timor, by flash floods and landslides.

At least 80 people are killed in Flores island, Indonesia, and 21 more in Dili, East Timor, by flash floods and landslides. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 4, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh reports a record 7,087 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of

COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh reports a record 7,087 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 637,364. (The Financial Express)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 4, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in California California reports the United States' first case of the "double mutant" variant of SARS-CoV-2 first detected in India.

COVID-19 pandemic in California California reports the United States' first case of the "double mutant" variant of SARS-CoV-2 first detected in India. The variant has been detected in the San Francisco Bay Area. (KNTV-TV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 4, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Greece Greece reports 78 deaths in the past 24 hours, which is the highest daily total this year, thereby bringing the nationwide death tol

COVID-19 pandemic in Greece Greece reports 78 deaths in the past 24 hours, which is the highest daily total this year, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 8,380. (Ekathimerini)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 4, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Libya Libya receives its first shipment of more than 100,000 doses of the Russian Sputnik V vaccine.

COVID-19 pandemic in Libya Libya receives its first shipment of more than 100,000 doses of the Russian Sputnik V vaccine. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 4, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Mongolia Mongolia surpasses 10,000 cases of COVID-19 after a record 620 new cases are reported in the past 24 hours.

COVID-19 pandemic in Mongolia Mongolia surpasses 10,000 cases of COVID-19 after a record 620 new cases are reported in the past 24 hours. (Montsame)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 4, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Taiwan Taiwan receives its first shipment of 199,200 doses of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine distributed through the COVAX initiative.

COVID-19 pandemic in Taiwan Taiwan receives its first shipment of 199,200 doses of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine distributed through the COVAX initiative. (Focus Taiwan)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 4, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in California California reports the United States' first case of the "double mutant" variant of SARS-C

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in California California reports the United States' first case of the "double mutant" variant of SARS-CoV-2 first detected in India. The variant has been detected in the San Francisco Bay Area. (KNTV-TV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 4, 2021

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Cyclone Seroja At least 80 people are killed in Flores island, Indonesia, and 21 more in Dili, East Timor, by flash floods and landslides.

Cyclone Seroja At least 80 people are killed in Flores island, Indonesia, and 21 more in Dili, East Timor, by flash floods and landslides. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 4, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Australia Restrictions in Byron Bay, New South Wales, and surrounding areas are lifted following a decline in cases.

COVID-19 pandemic in Australia Restrictions in Byron Bay, New South Wales, and surrounding areas are lifted following a decline in cases. This was the last area of Australia to be under any form of lockdown. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 5, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a record 103,558 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby making it the second country after the U

COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a record 103,558 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby making it the second country after the United States to report more than 100,000 new cases in a single day. (The Times of India)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 5, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Saudi Arabia, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Hajj The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah says that only vaccinated pilgrims will be allowed acc

COVID-19 pandemic in Saudi Arabia, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Hajj The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah says that only vaccinated pilgrims will be allowed access to Mecca's Great Mosque during Ramadan. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 5, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines The Philippines surpasses 800,000 cases of COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines The Philippines surpasses 800,000 cases of COVID-19. (ABS-CBN News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 5, 2021

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COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina reports a record 20,870 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide cumulative total to

COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina reports a record 20,870 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide cumulative total to 2.4 million cases. (Olé)