World 2021 Timeline

Apr

28

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COVID-19 vaccination in South Africa South Africa resumes its use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine to healthcare workers after a pause of more than two weeks, f

COVID-19 vaccination in South Africa South Africa resumes its use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine to healthcare workers after a pause of more than two weeks, following the drug authority decision that the vaccine is safe. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 28, 2021

Apr

28

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South Africa resumes its use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine to healthcare workers after a pause of more than two weeks, following the drug authority decision

South Africa resumes its use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine to healthcare workers after a pause of more than two weeks, following the drug authority decision that the vaccine is safe. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 28, 2021

Apr

29

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China reports a new outbreak of the African Swine Fever in Inner Mongolia, where 343 of 432 pigs died on a farm near Baotou.

China reports a new outbreak of the African Swine Fever in Inner Mongolia, where 343 of 432 pigs died on a farm near Baotou. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 29, 2021

Apr

29

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Africa COVID-19 pandemic in the Democratic Republic of the Congo The Democratic Republic of the Congo announces that it will redeploy sever

COVID-19 pandemic in Africa COVID-19 pandemic in the Democratic Republic of the Congo The Democratic Republic of the Congo announces that it will redeploy several of their AstraZeneca vaccines to other Africa countries. (Reuters) COVID-19 pandemic in Uganda, Lineage B.1.617 Uganda reports its first cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant in people who travelled from India to Kampala. (The Independent Uganda)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 29, 2021

Apr

29

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COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina reports a record 561 deaths in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 63,508.

COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina reports a record 561 deaths in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 63,508. (Perfil)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 29, 2021

Apr

29

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COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil Brazil surpasses 400,000 COVID-19 deaths, becoming the second country to do so after the United States.

COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil Brazil surpasses 400,000 COVID-19 deaths, becoming the second country to do so after the United States. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 29, 2021

Apr

29

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COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong Hong Kong reopens bars and nightclubs to those who have received at least one vaccine dose.

COVID-19 pandemic in Hong Kong Hong Kong reopens bars and nightclubs to those who have received at least one vaccine dose. These venues will also be allowed to stay open until 2:00 a.m. (Euronews)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 29, 2021

Apr

29

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COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a new global record of 379,257 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the total number of confirm

COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a new global record of 379,257 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the total number of confirmed cases to 18.38 million. The country also reports a record 3,645 deaths in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 204,832. (CNA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 29, 2021

Apr

29

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COVID-19 pandemic in Italy Italy surpasses four million cases of COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in Italy Italy surpasses four million cases of COVID-19. (ANSA in English)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 29, 2021

Apr

29

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Louisiana, Lineage P.1 Louisiana reports their first two cases of the Lineage P.1 variant that originated in Brazil.

COVID-19 pandemic in Louisiana, Lineage P.1 Louisiana reports their first two cases of the Lineage P.1 variant that originated in Brazil. (The Times-Picayune)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 29, 2021

Apr

29

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Romania, Lineage B.1.617 Romania reports its first case of the Lineage B.1.617 variant first detected in India in a person from Brașov Coun

COVID-19 pandemic in Romania, Lineage B.1.617 Romania reports its first case of the Lineage B.1.617 variant first detected in India in a person from Brașov County. (Romania Insider)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 29, 2021

Apr

29

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in South America COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina reports a record 561 deaths in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide de

COVID-19 pandemic in South America COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina reports a record 561 deaths in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 63,508. (Perfil) COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil Brazil surpasses 400,000 COVID-19 deaths, becoming the second country to do so after the United States. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 29, 2021

Apr

29

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in the Democratic Republic of the Congo The Democratic Republic of the Congo announces that it will redeploy several of their AstraZeneca vacc

COVID-19 pandemic in the Democratic Republic of the Congo The Democratic Republic of the Congo announces that it will redeploy several of their AstraZeneca vaccines to other Africa countries. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 29, 2021

Apr

29

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Uganda, Lineage B.1.617 Uganda reports its first cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant in people who travelled from India to Kampala.

COVID-19 pandemic in Uganda, Lineage B.1.617 Uganda reports its first cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant in people who travelled from India to Kampala. (The Independent Uganda)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 29, 2021

Apr

29

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Vietnam Vietnam reports its first locally transmitted COVID-19 cases in 35 days, in four members of a family from Hà Nam Province and one p

COVID-19 pandemic in Vietnam Vietnam reports its first locally transmitted COVID-19 cases in 35 days, in four members of a family from Hà Nam Province and one person from Ho Chi Minh City. (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 29, 2021

Apr

30

Health / Disasters

2021 Meron stampede At least 45 people are killed and at least 150 others are injured in a crowd crush during a Lag BaOmer celebration in Meron, Israel.

2021 Meron stampede At least 45 people are killed and at least 150 others are injured in a crowd crush during a Lag BaOmer celebration in Meron, Israel. It is the deadliest peacetime disaster in the country's history. (The Times of Israel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2021

Apr

30

Health / Disasters

At least 45 people are killed and at least 150 others are injured in a crowd crush during a Lag BaOmer celebration in Meron, Israel.

At least 45 people are killed and at least 150 others are injured in a crowd crush during a Lag BaOmer celebration in Meron, Israel. It is the deadliest peacetime disaster in the country's history. (The Times of Israel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2021

Apr

30

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Albania COVID-19 vaccination in Albania Albania approves the use of the Russian Sputnik V vaccine.

COVID-19 pandemic in Albania COVID-19 vaccination in Albania Albania approves the use of the Russian Sputnik V vaccine. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2021

Apr

30

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in California Disneyland, the second most visited amusement park in the world, reopens with a limited capacity and guidelines for social dista

COVID-19 pandemic in California Disneyland, the second most visited amusement park in the world, reopens with a limited capacity and guidelines for social distancing face masks in effect after more than one year of closure due to the pandemic. (The Japan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2021

Apr

30

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a new global record of 386,486 cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirm

COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a new global record of 386,486 cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 18.76 million. (CNBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2021

Apr

30

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia COVID-19 vaccination in Indonesia The Indonesian Food and Drug Authority grants an emergency use authorization for the Sinopharm

COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia COVID-19 vaccination in Indonesia The Indonesian Food and Drug Authority grants an emergency use authorization for the Sinopharm BBIBP-CorV vaccine, where the vaccine will be used as part of a mutual vaccination scheme. (CNA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2021

Apr

30

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COVID-19 pandemic in Japan Japan receives its first shipment of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.

COVID-19 pandemic in Japan Japan receives its first shipment of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. (The Japan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2021

Apr

30

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan, Lineage B.1.617 Michigan reports its first case of the Lineage B.1.617 variant first discovered in India in a person from Clinton

COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan, Lineage B.1.617 Michigan reports its first case of the Lineage B.1.617 variant first discovered in India in a person from Clinton County. (WDIV-TV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2021

Apr

30

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in California Disneyland, the second most visited amusement park in the world, reopens with a limited c

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in California Disneyland, the second most visited amusement park in the world, reopens with a limited capacity and guidelines for social distancing face masks in effect after more than one year of closure due to the pandemic. (The Japan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2021

Apr

30

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan, Lineage B.1.617 Michigan reports its first case of the Lineage B.1.617 variant first disco

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan, Lineage B.1.617 Michigan reports its first case of the Lineage B.1.617 variant first discovered in India in a person from Clinton County. (WDIV-TV) Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Lineage B.1.617 The White House announces that the United States will begin restricting travel from India beginning on May 4 due to an increase in the number of cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant of COVID-19, which originated in India. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2021

Apr

30

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 394 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 40,131.

COVID-19 pandemic in Turkey Turkey reports a record 394 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 40,131. (The Washington Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2021

Apr

30

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic on cruise ships Japanese authorities announce that they are disembarking passengers and crew from the MS Asuka II cruise ship after one passen

COVID-19 pandemic on cruise ships Japanese authorities announce that they are disembarking passengers and crew from the MS Asuka II cruise ship after one passenger tested positive for COVID-19. The passenger is in isolation in a cabin and is in stable condition. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2021

Apr

30

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 vaccine The World Health Organization grants an emergency use authorization for the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.

COVID-19 vaccine The World Health Organization grants an emergency use authorization for the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2021

Apr

30

Health / Disasters

Disneyland, the second most visited amusement park in the world, reopens with a limited capacity and guidelines for social distancing face masks in effect after

Disneyland, the second most visited amusement park in the world, reopens with a limited capacity and guidelines for social distancing face masks in effect after more than one year of closure due to the pandemic. (The Japan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2021

Apr

30

Health / Disasters

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on tourism, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on The Walt Disney Company COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on tourism, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on The Walt Disney Company COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in California Disneyland, the second most visited amusement park in the world, reopens with a limited capacity and guidelines for social distancing face masks in effect after more than one year of closure due to the pandemic. (The Japan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2021

Apr

30

Health / Disasters

The World Health Organization grants an emergency use authorization for the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.

The World Health Organization grants an emergency use authorization for the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2021

Apr

30

Health / Disasters

Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Lineage B.1.617 The White House announces that the United States will begin restricting travel from India

Travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Lineage B.1.617 The White House announces that the United States will begin restricting travel from India beginning on May 4 due to an increase in the number of cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant of COVID-19, which originated in India. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2021

May

01

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a new global record of 401,993 cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby marking the first time a country reporte

COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a new global record of 401,993 cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby marking the first time a country reported more than 400,000 new cases in a single day. This subsequently brings the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 19 million. (Nikkei Asia)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 1, 2021

May

01

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Japan Osaka Prefecture reports a record 1,262 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours.

COVID-19 pandemic in Japan Osaka Prefecture reports a record 1,262 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 1, 2021

May

01

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Jordan, Lineage B.1.617 Jordan reports its first three cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant, which originally discovered in India.

COVID-19 pandemic in Jordan, Lineage B.1.617 Jordan reports its first three cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant, which originally discovered in India. (Khaleej Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 1, 2021

May

01

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand Thailand reports a record 21 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 224.

COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand Thailand reports a record 21 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 224. (Bangkok Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 1, 2021

May

02

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Afghanistan Afghanistan reports 166 cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the total number of cases to 60,288.

COVID-19 pandemic in Afghanistan Afghanistan reports 166 cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the total number of cases to 60,288. (TOLOnews)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 2, 2021

May

02

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina surpasses three million cases of COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina surpasses three million cases of COVID-19. (Clarín)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 2, 2021

May

02

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Cambodia Cambodia reports a record 730 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 730 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 14,520. (Euronews)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 2, 2021

May

02

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a record 3,689 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 215,542.

COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a record 3,689 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 215,542. (The Times of India)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 2, 2021

May

02

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia, Lineage B.1.617 Malaysia reports its first case of the Lineage B.1.617 variant when the authorities screen an Indian national at

COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia, Lineage B.1.617 Malaysia reports its first case of the Lineage B.1.617 variant when the authorities screen an Indian national at Kuala Lumpur International Airport. (Malay Mail)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 2, 2021

May

02

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Mexico, Lineage B.1.617 Mexico reports its first case of the Lineage B.1.617 variant first discovered in India in the state of San Luis Pot

COVID-19 pandemic in Mexico, Lineage B.1.617 Mexico reports its first case of the Lineage B.1.617 variant first discovered in India in the state of San Luis Potosí. (The Yucatan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 2, 2021

May

02

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in North America COVID-19 pandemic in Mexico, Lineage B.1.617 Mexico reports its first case of the Lineage B.1.617 variant first discovered in

COVID-19 pandemic in North America COVID-19 pandemic in Mexico, Lineage B.1.617 Mexico reports its first case of the Lineage B.1.617 variant first discovered in India in the state of San Luis Potosí. (The Yucatan Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 2, 2021

May

02

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in South America COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina surpasses three million cases of COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in South America COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina surpasses three million cases of COVID-19. (Clarín)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 2, 2021

May

02

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COVID-19 pandemic in the United Arab Emirates Abu Dhabi updates its travel procedures for residents and visitors who are fully vaccinated.

COVID-19 pandemic in the United Arab Emirates Abu Dhabi updates its travel procedures for residents and visitors who are fully vaccinated. (Gulf Today)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 2, 2021

May

03

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COVID-19 pandemic in Algeria, Lineage B.1.617 Algeria reports its first six cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant, first discovered in India, in people from the

COVID-19 pandemic in Algeria, Lineage B.1.617 Algeria reports its first six cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant, first discovered in India, in people from the coastal province of Tipaza. (Al-Arabiya English)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 3, 2021

May

03

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COVID-19 pandemic in Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont announces that Connecticut has fully vaccinated 50% of its adult population, thereby making it the first st

COVID-19 pandemic in Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont announces that Connecticut has fully vaccinated 50% of its adult population, thereby making it the first state to do so. (Connecticut Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 3, 2021

May

03

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Denmark Denmark becomes the first country to exclude the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine from its vaccination programme over a potential

COVID-19 pandemic in Denmark Denmark becomes the first country to exclude the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine from its vaccination programme over a potential link to a rare but serious form of thrombosis. (The Copenhagen Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 3, 2021

May

03

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Florida Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announces that, on July 1, the state will suspend all local COVID-19 emergency measures.

COVID-19 pandemic in Florida Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announces that, on July 1, the state will suspend all local COVID-19 emergency measures. (CBS News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 3, 2021

May

03

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COVID-19 pandemic in Haryana, COVID-19 lockdown in India Haryana imposes a seven-day complete lockdown due to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases across

COVID-19 pandemic in Haryana, COVID-19 lockdown in India Haryana imposes a seven-day complete lockdown due to an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases across the state. (The Hindu)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 3, 2021

May

03

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COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia, Variants of SARS-CoV-2 Indonesia reports its first two cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant, first discovered in India, in two p

COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia, Variants of SARS-CoV-2 Indonesia reports its first two cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant, first discovered in India, in two people from Jakarta. The country also reports its first case of the Lineage B.1.351 variant, first discovered in South Africa, in a person from Bali. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 3, 2021

May

03

Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Morocco, Lineage B.1.617 Morocco reports its first cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant, which was first discovered in India, in two people

COVID-19 pandemic in Morocco, Lineage B.1.617 Morocco reports its first cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant, which was first discovered in India, in two people from Casablanca. (Morocco World News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 3, 2021

May

03

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COVID-19 pandemic in Telangana, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on animals Eight Asiatic lions in Hyderabad Zoo test positive for COVID-19, the first such case

COVID-19 pandemic in Telangana, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on animals Eight Asiatic lions in Hyderabad Zoo test positive for COVID-19, the first such case in India. (Times of India)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 3, 2021

May

03

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COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand Thailand reports a record 31 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 276.

COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand Thailand reports a record 31 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 276. (Bangkok Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 3, 2021

May

03

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COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont announces that Connecticut has fully vaccinated 50% of its adult pop

COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont announces that Connecticut has fully vaccinated 50% of its adult population, thereby making it the first state to do so. (Connecticut Post) COVID-19 pandemic in Florida Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announces that, on July 1, the state will suspend all local COVID-19 emergency measures. (CBS News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 3, 2021

May

04

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2021 Indian Premier League, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cricket The Board of Control for Cricket in India halts the 2021 season of the Indian Premier Lea

2021 Indian Premier League, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cricket The Board of Control for Cricket in India halts the 2021 season of the Indian Premier League indefinitely following the rising number of COVID-19 cases in the country, which several players tested positive. (The Guardian)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 4, 2021

May

04

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COVID-19 pandemic in Cambodia Cambodia reports a record 938 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 938 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 16,299. (Khmer Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 4, 2021

May

04

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COVID-19 pandemic in Greece Authorities impose a lockdown on the island of Kalymnos beginning tomorrow until May 10 for urgent reasons to reduce the spread of C

COVID-19 pandemic in Greece Authorities impose a lockdown on the island of Kalymnos beginning tomorrow until May 10 for urgent reasons to reduce the spread of COVID-19. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 4, 2021

May

04

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COVID-19 pandemic in India India surpasses 20 million cases of COVID-19, becoming the second country to do so after the United States.

COVID-19 pandemic in India India surpasses 20 million cases of COVID-19, becoming the second country to do so after the United States. (ABC Australia)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 4, 2021

May

04

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COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan Michigan relaxes several restrictions regarding face mask requirements and outdoor gatherings.

COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan Michigan relaxes several restrictions regarding face mask requirements and outdoor gatherings. (MLive.com)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 4, 2021

May

04

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COVID-19 pandemic in Singapore Singapore announces that social gatherings will be reduced to five people per group, and workplace capacity will be reduced to 50

COVID-19 pandemic in Singapore Singapore announces that social gatherings will be reduced to five people per group, and workplace capacity will be reduced to 50% from May 8 to May 30 as part of measures to reduce the community spread of COVID-19. In addition, indoor gyms and fitness centers will be closed because they are considered "high-risk settings". (The Straits Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 4, 2021

May

05

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COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina reports a record of 663 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the national death toll to 65,865.

COVID-19 pandemic in Argentina Argentina reports a record of 663 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the national death toll to 65,865. (China Daily)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 5, 2021

May

05

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COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 vaccination in Canada Health Canada approves the use of the Pfizer–BioNTech vaccine for children ages 12 to 15, becoming th

COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 vaccination in Canada Health Canada approves the use of the Pfizer–BioNTech vaccine for children ages 12 to 15, becoming the first country to approve the vaccine for use in younger age groups. (CTV News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 5, 2021

May

05

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COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a record 3,780 deaths from COVID-19 during the past 24 hours and 382,315 new cases.

COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a record 3,780 deaths from COVID-19 during the past 24 hours and 382,315 new cases. The World Health Organization says that nearly half of the worldwide cases reported last week were from India. (CNA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 5, 2021

May

05

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COVID-19 pandemic in Kenya, Lineage B.1.617 Kenya reports its first five cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant in five Indians who are working at a fertiliser pl

COVID-19 pandemic in Kenya, Lineage B.1.617 Kenya reports its first five cases of the Lineage B.1.617 variant in five Indians who are working at a fertiliser plant in Kisumu. (The Star Kenya)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 5, 2021

May

05

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COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand, variants of SARS-CoV-2 Thailand reports its first case of a SARS-CoV-2 variant that originated from Brazil in an overseas travele

COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand, variants of SARS-CoV-2 Thailand reports its first case of a SARS-CoV-2 variant that originated from Brazil in an overseas traveler who is currently in quarantine. (Yahoo! News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 5, 2021

May

05

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COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines COVID-19 vaccination in the Philippines The Philippines' Food and Drug Administration issues an emergency use authorization

COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines COVID-19 vaccination in the Philippines The Philippines' Food and Drug Administration issues an emergency use authorization for the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. (Rappler)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 5, 2021

May

05

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COVID-19 vaccination in Canada Health Canada approves the use of the Pfizer–BioNTech vaccine for children ages 12 to 15, becoming the first country to approve t

COVID-19 vaccination in Canada Health Canada approves the use of the Pfizer–BioNTech vaccine for children ages 12 to 15, becoming the first country to approve the vaccine for use in younger age groups. (CTV News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 5, 2021

May

05

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Health Canada approves the use of the Pfizer–BioNTech vaccine for children ages 12 to 15, becoming the first country to approve the vaccine for use in younger a

Health Canada approves the use of the Pfizer–BioNTech vaccine for children ages 12 to 15, becoming the first country to approve the vaccine for use in younger age groups. (CTV News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 5, 2021

May

05

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India reports a record 3,780 deaths from COVID-19 during the past 24 hours and 382,315 new cases.

India reports a record 3,780 deaths from COVID-19 during the past 24 hours and 382,315 new cases. The World Health Organization says that nearly half of the worldwide cases reported last week were from India. (CNA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 5, 2021

May

06

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COVID-19 pandemic in Cambodia Cambodia ends a three-week blanket lockdown in Phnom Penh despite an increase in the number of COVID-19 infections, though tighter

COVID-19 pandemic in Cambodia Cambodia ends a three-week blanket lockdown in Phnom Penh despite an increase in the number of COVID-19 infections, though tighter restrictions remain in place in some districts. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 6, 2021

May

06

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COVID-19 pandemic in Denmark Gyms, theatres, and cinemas are reopened in Denmark as a part of the easing of restrictions and a reliance of the "corona pass", wh

COVID-19 pandemic in Denmark Gyms, theatres, and cinemas are reopened in Denmark as a part of the easing of restrictions and a reliance of the "corona pass", which confirms that a person has either tested negative in the past 72 hours, been vaccinated, or recently recovered from COVID-19. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 6, 2021

May

06

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COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a world record of 412,262 new cases in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 2

COVID-19 pandemic in India India reports a world record of 412,262 new cases in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the nationwide total of confirmed cases to 21 million. The country also reports a record 3,980 deaths from COVID-19, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 230,168. (ABC Australia)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 6, 2021

May

06

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COVID-19 pandemic in Poland, Lineage P.1 Poland reports its first three cases of the Lineage P.1 variant, which was first discovered in Brazil, in the southern

COVID-19 pandemic in Poland, Lineage P.1 Poland reports its first three cases of the Lineage P.1 variant, which was first discovered in Brazil, in the southern voivodeship of Silesia. (The First News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 6, 2021

May

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COVID-19 pandemic in Russia COVID-19 vaccination in Russia Russia authorizes the use of a single-shot "Sputnik Light" vaccine, which it says has an efficacy rat

COVID-19 pandemic in Russia COVID-19 vaccination in Russia Russia authorizes the use of a single-shot "Sputnik Light" vaccine, which it says has an efficacy rate of 79.4%. (CNBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | May 6, 2021