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COVID-19 vaccine, variants of SARS-CoV-2 Moderna says its vaccine is 90% effective against COVID-19, and 95% effective against severe disease for six months aft

COVID-19 vaccine, variants of SARS-CoV-2 Moderna says its vaccine is 90% effective against COVID-19, and 95% effective against severe disease for six months after the second dose. It also says its vaccine is effective against the 501.V2 variant from South Africa. (CNBC) (The Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 13, 2021

Apr

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Moderna says its vaccine is 90% effective against COVID-19, and 95% effective against severe disease for six months after the second dose.

Moderna says its vaccine is 90% effective against COVID-19, and 95% effective against severe disease for six months after the second dose. It also says its vaccine is effective against the 501.V2 variant from South Africa. (CNBC) (The Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 13, 2021

Apr

13

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The National Transportation Safety Board concludes that pilot error and inadequate maintenance were behind the crash, which killed seven people, injured six oth

The National Transportation Safety Board concludes that pilot error and inadequate maintenance were behind the crash, which killed seven people, injured six others, and destroyed the historic aircraft. (The Connecticut Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 13, 2021

Apr

14

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COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh reports a record 96 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 9,987.

COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh reports a record 96 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 9,987. (Dhaka Tribune)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 14, 2021

Apr

14

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COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Yukon Yukon confirms their first two cases of the Lineage P.1 variant that originated in Brazil.

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Yukon Yukon confirms their first two cases of the Lineage P.1 variant that originated in Brazil. (Yukon News) (CBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 14, 2021

Apr

14

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COVID-19 pandemic in Denmark Denmark becomes the first European country to permanently suspend usage of the Oxford–AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, following weeks

COVID-19 pandemic in Denmark Denmark becomes the first European country to permanently suspend usage of the Oxford–AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, following weeks of reports that the vaccine may cause blood clots. The move is expected to delay the country's vaccination program by "several weeks". (CBS News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 14, 2021

Apr

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COVID-19 pandemic in Mongolia Mongolia reports a record 1,220 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby surpassing 1,000 daily cases for the first tim

COVID-19 pandemic in Mongolia Mongolia reports a record 1,220 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby surpassing 1,000 daily cases for the first time. (News.MN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 14, 2021

Apr

14

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COVID-19 pandemic in New York City New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announces that bars and restaurants in New York City and the state will be allowed to close at

COVID-19 pandemic in New York City New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announces that bars and restaurants in New York City and the state will be allowed to close at midnight beginning on April 19. (Patch.com)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 14, 2021

Apr

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COVID-19 pandemic in New York COVID-19 pandemic in New York City New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announces that bars and restaurants in New York City and the sta

COVID-19 pandemic in New York COVID-19 pandemic in New York City New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announces that bars and restaurants in New York City and the state will be allowed to close at midnight beginning on April 19. (Patch.com)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 14, 2021

Apr

14

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COVID-19 pandemic in Sweden COVID-19 vaccination in Sweden The Public Health Agency of Sweden suspends plans to start using the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vacci

COVID-19 pandemic in Sweden COVID-19 vaccination in Sweden The Public Health Agency of Sweden suspends plans to start using the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine following reports of rare blood clot cases. 31,000 doses of the vaccine have been delivered to the country. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 14, 2021

Apr

14

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COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand Thailand reports a record 1,335 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cas

COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand Thailand reports a record 1,335 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 35,910. (Bangkok Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 14, 2021

Apr

14

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COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports new records of 62,797 cases and 279 deaths in the past 24 hours, thereby surpassing four million cases of COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports new records of 62,797 cases and 279 deaths in the past 24 hours, thereby surpassing four million cases of COVID-19. (Daily Sabah)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 14, 2021

Apr

14

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COVID-19 pandemic in Yukon Yukon confirms their first two cases of the Lineage P.1 variant that originated in Brazil.

COVID-19 pandemic in Yukon Yukon confirms their first two cases of the Lineage P.1 variant that originated in Brazil. (Yukon News) (CBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 14, 2021

Apr

14

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COVID-19 vaccination in Sweden The Public Health Agency of Sweden suspends plans to start using the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine following reports of rare

COVID-19 vaccination in Sweden The Public Health Agency of Sweden suspends plans to start using the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine following reports of rare blood clot cases. 31,000 doses of the vaccine have been delivered to the country. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 14, 2021

Apr

14

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COVID-19 vaccine In a study published by the National Health Service, the Pfizer vaccine has been found to reduce hospitalizations in elderly people by 75%.

COVID-19 vaccine In a study published by the National Health Service, the Pfizer vaccine has been found to reduce hospitalizations in elderly people by 75%. (Metro)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 14, 2021

Apr

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In a study published by the National Health Service, the Pfizer vaccine has been found to reduce hospitalizations in elderly people by 75%.

In a study published by the National Health Service, the Pfizer vaccine has been found to reduce hospitalizations in elderly people by 75%. (Metro)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 14, 2021

Apr

14

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The Public Health Agency of Sweden suspends plans to start using the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine following reports of rare blood clot cases.

The Public Health Agency of Sweden suspends plans to start using the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine following reports of rare blood clot cases. 31,000 doses of the vaccine have been delivered to the country. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 14, 2021

Apr

15

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COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh surpasses 10,000 deaths from COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh surpasses 10,000 deaths from COVID-19. (Bdnews24.com)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 15, 2021

Apr

15

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COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Manitoba, Lineage P.1 Manitoba reports its first case of the Lineage P.1 variant originally detected in Brazil

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Manitoba, Lineage P.1 Manitoba reports its first case of the Lineage P.1 variant originally detected in Brazil in a person from the Interlake-Eastern region. (CBC) COVID-19 pandemic in Nunavut Nunavut's capital Iqaluit imposes a lockdown after the first COVID-19 case was reported last night. (CTV News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 15, 2021

Apr

15

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COVID-19 pandemic in France France surpasses 100,000 deaths from COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in France France surpasses 100,000 deaths from COVID-19. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 15, 2021

Apr

15

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COVID-19 pandemic in Manitoba, Lineage P.1 Manitoba reports its first case of the Lineage P.1 variant originally detected in Brazil in a person from the Interla

COVID-19 pandemic in Manitoba, Lineage P.1 Manitoba reports its first case of the Lineage P.1 variant originally detected in Brazil in a person from the Interlake-Eastern region. (CBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 15, 2021

Apr

15

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COVID-19 pandemic in Nunavut Nunavut's capital Iqaluit imposes a lockdown after the first COVID-19 case was reported last night.

COVID-19 pandemic in Nunavut Nunavut's capital Iqaluit imposes a lockdown after the first COVID-19 case was reported last night. (CTV News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 15, 2021

Apr

15

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COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand Thailand reports a record for the second consecutive day of 1,543 new cases of COVID-19, thereby bringing the nationwide total of

COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand Thailand reports a record for the second consecutive day of 1,543 new cases of COVID-19, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 37,453. (Bangkok Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 15, 2021

Apr

15

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COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines The Philippines surpasses 900,000 total cases of COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines The Philippines surpasses 900,000 total cases of COVID-19. (ABS-CBN News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 15, 2021

Apr

15

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COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 297 deaths in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 35,031.

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 297 deaths in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 35,031. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 15, 2021

Apr

16

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COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina reports a record 29,472 cases in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total to 2,658,574 cases.

COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina reports a record 29,472 cases in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total to 2,658,574 cases. (Clarín)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 16, 2021

Apr

16

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COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh reports a record 101 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 10,181.

COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh reports a record 101 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 10,181. (The National Herald)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 16, 2021

Apr

16

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COVID-19 pandemic in British Columbia British Columbia Premier John Horgan receives his first dose of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine.

COVID-19 pandemic in British Columbia British Columbia Premier John Horgan receives his first dose of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine. (Vancouver Sun)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 16, 2021

Apr

16

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COVID-19 pandemic in Germany Chancellor Angela Merkel receives her first dose of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine.

COVID-19 pandemic in Germany Chancellor Angela Merkel receives her first dose of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 16, 2021

Apr

16

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COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a record 217,353 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirm

COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a record 217,353 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 14.29 million. The country also reports 1,185 deaths, which is the highest daily total since September, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 174,308. (Hindustan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 16, 2021

Apr

16

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COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan Michigan extends its restrictions on gatherings and dining to May 24 due to an increase in the number of cases.

COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan Michigan extends its restrictions on gatherings and dining to May 24 due to an increase in the number of cases. The state also expands its mask mandate to children. (Detroit Free Press)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 16, 2021

Apr

16

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COVID-19 pandemic in Ontario Ontario Premier Doug Ford announces a six-week extension of the stay-at-home order with new restrictions until May 20, including a

COVID-19 pandemic in Ontario Ontario Premier Doug Ford announces a six-week extension of the stay-at-home order with new restrictions until May 20, including a ban of outdoor gatherings outside the household, as the COVID-19 cases remain high. (CBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 16, 2021

Apr

16

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COVID-19 pandemic in Russia COVID-19 vaccination in Russia The number of Russians vaccinated against COVID-19 surpasses eight million.

COVID-19 pandemic in Russia COVID-19 vaccination in Russia The number of Russians vaccinated against COVID-19 surpasses eight million. (Interfax)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 16, 2021

Apr

16

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COVID-19 pandemic in Scotland Scotland relaxes its COVID-19-related restrictions, allowing non-essential travel around the country and some social gatherings.

COVID-19 pandemic in Scotland Scotland relaxes its COVID-19-related restrictions, allowing non-essential travel around the country and some social gatherings. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 16, 2021

Apr

16

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COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand Thailand announces the closure of educational institutions, pubs, bars, karaoke shops, and massage parlours; a ban on alcohol sale

COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand Thailand announces the closure of educational institutions, pubs, bars, karaoke shops, and massage parlours; a ban on alcohol sales at restaurants; and a ban on gatherings of more than 50 people for at least two weeks, beginning April 18, due to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases. (Bangkok Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 16, 2021

Apr

16

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COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom COVID-19 pandemic in Scotland Scotland relaxes its COVID-19-related restrictions, allowing non-essential travel around t

COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom COVID-19 pandemic in Scotland Scotland relaxes its COVID-19-related restrictions, allowing non-essential travel around the country and some social gatherings. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 16, 2021

Apr

16

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COVID-19 pandemic in Tonga Salote Mafileʻo Pilolevu Tuita, Princess of Tonga, received her first dose of the Oxford–AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, thereby becomi

COVID-19 pandemic in Tonga Salote Mafileʻo Pilolevu Tuita, Princess of Tonga, received her first dose of the Oxford–AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, thereby becoming the first person to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in the disease-free country. (RNZ)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 16, 2021

Apr

16

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COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 63,082 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 63,082 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 4,150,039. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 16, 2021

Apr

16

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COVID-19 pandemic in Ukraine Ukraine receives 117,000 doses of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine through the COVAX vaccine-sharing initiative.

COVID-19 pandemic in Ukraine Ukraine receives 117,000 doses of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine through the COVAX vaccine-sharing initiative. (UNICEF)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 16, 2021

Apr

16

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COVID-19 pandemic in Virginia, Lineage P.1 Virginia reports its first two cases of the Lineage P.1 variant, which was originally detected in Brazil.

COVID-19 pandemic in Virginia, Lineage P.1 Virginia reports its first two cases of the Lineage P.1 variant, which was originally detected in Brazil. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 16, 2021

Apr

16

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Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the arts and cultural heritage, COVID-19 pandemic in India The Archaeological Survey of India closes all monuments, museums,

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the arts and cultural heritage, COVID-19 pandemic in India The Archaeological Survey of India closes all monuments, museums, and protected sites until May 15 due to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases. (The Times of India)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 16, 2021

Apr

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Salote Mafileʻo Pilolevu Tuita, Princess of Tonga, received her first dose of the Oxford–AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, thereby becoming the first person to be v

Salote Mafileʻo Pilolevu Tuita, Princess of Tonga, received her first dose of the Oxford–AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, thereby becoming the first person to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in the disease-free country. (RNZ)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 16, 2021

Apr

17

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COVID-19 pandemic in Mongolia Mongolia surpasses 20,000 cases of COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in Mongolia Mongolia surpasses 20,000 cases of COVID-19. (Montsame)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 17, 2021

Apr

17

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COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand Thailand surpasses 40,000 cases of COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand Thailand surpasses 40,000 cases of COVID-19. (Bangkok Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 17, 2021

Apr

17

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COVID-19 pandemic in Tunisia Tunisia announces the closure of all schools and restrictions on movement, which include a 7:00 p.m.

COVID-19 pandemic in Tunisia Tunisia announces the closure of all schools and restrictions on movement, which include a 7:00 p.m. curfew for vehicles, until April 30 to reduce the spread of COVID-19. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 17, 2021

Apr

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Seven people are killed and five are rescued after a Mil Mi-17 crashes near Megantoni District, La Convención province, Peru.

Seven people are killed and five are rescued after a Mil Mi-17 crashes near Megantoni District, La Convención province, Peru. (Aviation Safety Network)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 17, 2021

Apr

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A crash in the Eastern Cape of South Africa kills seven people when their vehicle collides with head on with a bus.

A crash in the Eastern Cape of South Africa kills seven people when their vehicle collides with head on with a bus. (eNCA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 18, 2021

Apr

18

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COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a record 261,500 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirm

COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a record 261,500 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 14.78 million. (Hindustan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 18, 2021

Apr

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COVID-19 pandemic in Mongolia Mongolia reports a record 1,340 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of con

COVID-19 pandemic in Mongolia Mongolia reports a record 1,340 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 21,995. (AKIPress)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 18, 2021

Apr

18

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COVID-19 pandemic in Pakistan Pakistan reports 149 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, which is the highest single-day total this year.

COVID-19 pandemic in Pakistan Pakistan reports 149 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, which is the highest single-day total this year. (Tribune)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 18, 2021

Apr

18

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COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand Thailand reports a record 1,767 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of con

COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand Thailand reports a record 1,767 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 42,352. The nationwide death toll also surpasses 100. (Bangkok Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 18, 2021

Apr

18

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COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 318 deaths in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 35,926.

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 318 deaths in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 35,926. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 18, 2021

Apr

19

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COVID-19 pandemic in Cambodia Cambodia reports a record 634 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases

COVID-19 pandemic in Cambodia Cambodia reports a record 634 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 7,013. (Khmer Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 19, 2021

Apr

19

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COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji Fiji's two cities of Lautoka and Nadi enter into a lockdown after the country records its first community transmission in 12 months.

COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji Fiji's two cities of Lautoka and Nadi enter into a lockdown after the country records its first community transmission in 12 months. (FBC News) All schools will be closed for the next three weeks due to the lockdown. (FBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 19, 2021

Apr

19

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COVID-19 pandemic in Greece Greece suspends its planned rollout of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine pending a review from the European Medicines Agency.

COVID-19 pandemic in Greece Greece suspends its planned rollout of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine pending a review from the European Medicines Agency. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 19, 2021

Apr

19

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COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong, variants of SARS-CoV-2 Hong Kong announces the suspension of all flights from India, the Philippines, and Pakistan beginning tom

COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong, variants of SARS-CoV-2 Hong Kong announces the suspension of all flights from India, the Philippines, and Pakistan beginning tomorrow after an unspecified variant was detected in the city. (CNA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 19, 2021

Apr

19

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COVID-19 pandemic in Slovakia Slovakia reopens stores, churches, libraries, swimming pools, and zoos.

COVID-19 pandemic in Slovakia Slovakia reopens stores, churches, libraries, swimming pools, and zoos. It also resumes services at limited capacity as part of the easing of COVID-19-related restrictions. (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 19, 2021

Apr

19

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COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea, Lineage B.1.617 South Korea reports its first cases of the B.1.617 variant in nine people who travelled from India.

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea, Lineage B.1.617 South Korea reports its first cases of the B.1.617 variant in nine people who travelled from India. (KBS World)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 19, 2021

Apr

19

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COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Ireland, Lineage B.1.617 Ireland reports its first three cases of the B.1.617 variant originally detected in India, with tw

COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Ireland, Lineage B.1.617 Ireland reports its first three cases of the B.1.617 variant originally detected in India, with two of the three cases linked to travel. (Evening Standard)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 19, 2021

Apr

19

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COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 341 deaths in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 36,267.

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 341 deaths in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 36,267. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 19, 2021

Apr

20

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COVID-19 pandemic in Egypt Egypt signs an agreement to purchase 20 million doses of the Sinopharm BBIBP-CorV vaccine and expects a delivery of 500,000 doses thi

COVID-19 pandemic in Egypt Egypt signs an agreement to purchase 20 million doses of the Sinopharm BBIBP-CorV vaccine and expects a delivery of 500,000 doses this month. (Arab News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 20, 2021

Apr

20

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COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji Fiji records its second community transmission case in the daughter of a woman who works at a quarantine facility and who previously t

COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji Fiji records its second community transmission case in the daughter of a woman who works at a quarantine facility and who previously tested positive for COVID-19. (Radio New Zealand)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 20, 2021

Apr

20

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COVID-19 pandemic in France The number of intensive care patients with COVID-19 in France reaches a high of 5,984 patients.

COVID-19 pandemic in France The number of intensive care patients with COVID-19 in France reaches a high of 5,984 patients. (U.S. News & World Report)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 20, 2021

Apr

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COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a record 1,761 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 180,530.

COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a record 1,761 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 180,530. (Firstpost)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 20, 2021

Apr

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COVID-19 pandemic in New Zealand A worker at Auckland Airport tests positive a day after the country restarted reciprocal travel to Australia.

COVID-19 pandemic in New Zealand A worker at Auckland Airport tests positive a day after the country restarted reciprocal travel to Australia. (BBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 20, 2021

Apr

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COVID-19 pandemic in Oceania COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji Fiji records its second community transmission case in the daughter of a woman who works at a quarantine

COVID-19 pandemic in Oceania COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji Fiji records its second community transmission case in the daughter of a woman who works at a quarantine facility and who previously tested positive for COVID-19. (Radio New Zealand) COVID-19 pandemic in New Zealand A worker at Auckland Airport tests positive a day after the country restarted reciprocal travel to Australia. (BBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 20, 2021

Apr

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COVID-19 pandemic in Romania Romania reports a record 237 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 26,618.

COVID-19 pandemic in Romania Romania reports a record 237 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 26,618. (Romania Insider)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 20, 2021

Apr

21

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COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Quebec, Lineage B.1.617 Quebec reports its first eight cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant first detected in I

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Quebec, Lineage B.1.617 Quebec reports its first eight cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant first detected in India. (CFCF-DT)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 21, 2021

Apr

21

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COVID-19 pandemic in Japan Osaka Prefecture reports a record 1,242 new cases in the past 24 hours.

COVID-19 pandemic in Japan Osaka Prefecture reports a record 1,242 new cases in the past 24 hours. (The Asahi Shimbun)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 21, 2021

Apr

21

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COVID-19 pandemic in Malta, Lineage P.1 Malta reports its first three cases of the Lineage P.1 variant first detected in Brazil.

COVID-19 pandemic in Malta, Lineage P.1 Malta reports its first three cases of the Lineage P.1 variant first detected in Brazil. (Times of Malta)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 21, 2021

Apr

21

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COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan Michigan surpasses 800,000 confirmed cases and 17,000 confirmed deaths from COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan Michigan surpasses 800,000 confirmed cases and 17,000 confirmed deaths from COVID-19. (WEYI-TV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 21, 2021

Apr

21

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COVID-19 pandemic in Papua New Guinea Papua New Guinea surpasses 10,000 cases of COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in Papua New Guinea Papua New Guinea surpasses 10,000 cases of COVID-19. (CNA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 21, 2021

Apr

21

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COVID-19 pandemic in Quebec, Lineage B.1.617 Quebec reports its first eight cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant first detected in India.

COVID-19 pandemic in Quebec, Lineage B.1.617 Quebec reports its first eight cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant first detected in India. (CFCF-DT)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 21, 2021

Apr

21

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COVID-19 pandemic in South Dakota, Lineage P.1 South Dakota confirms their first case of the Lineage P.1 variant in Pennington County.

COVID-19 pandemic in South Dakota, Lineage P.1 South Dakota confirms their first case of the Lineage P.1 variant in Pennington County. (Argus Leader)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 21, 2021

Apr

21

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COVID-19 pandemic in Syria Syrian opposition-controlled Idlib receives 54,000 doses of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine distributed through the COVAX vaccine-shar

COVID-19 pandemic in Syria Syrian opposition-controlled Idlib receives 54,000 doses of the Oxford–AstraZeneca vaccine distributed through the COVAX vaccine-sharing initiative. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 21, 2021