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Jun
25
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom Health Secretary Matt Hancock admits and apologizes for breaking COVID-19 social distancing rules in response to a repor

COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom Health Secretary Matt Hancock admits and apologizes for breaking COVID-19 social distancing rules in response to a reported affair with his aide Gina Coladangelo that was reported by the The Sun. The opposition Labour Party calls for Hancock's immediate resignation or termination, calling his position "untenable". (BBC News)

Jun
25
Health / Disasters

Health Secretary Matt Hancock admits and apologizes for breaking COVID-19 social distancing rules in response to a reported affair with his aide Gina Coladangel

Health Secretary Matt Hancock admits and apologizes for breaking COVID-19 social distancing rules in response to a reported affair with his aide Gina Coladangelo that was reported by the The Sun. The opposition Labour Party calls for Hancock's immediate resignation or termination, calling his position "untenable". (BBC News)

Jun
26
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in North America COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Ontario COVID-19 pandemic in Ottawa Ottawa reports six new cases of COVID-19

COVID-19 pandemic in North America COVID-19 pandemic in Canada COVID-19 pandemic in Ontario COVID-19 pandemic in Ottawa Ottawa reports six new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, which is the region's lowest daily total since August 23, 2020. (CTV News Ottawa) COVID-19 pandemic in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan Michigan reports its first case of the Lineage B.1.617 Delta variant in a fully vaccinated person from Ottawa County. (WEYI-TV)

Jun
26
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in South Africa As South Africa faces its third wave of COVID-19, scientists say that the Delta variant of the virus appears to be dominating

COVID-19 pandemic in South Africa As South Africa faces its third wave of COVID-19, scientists say that the Delta variant of the virus appears to be dominating most of the infections in the worst-hit country in Africa. South Africa reported over 18,000 new cases on Friday. (Reuters)

Jun
27
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Australia Darwin and surrounding towns enter a two-day lockdown after a COVID-19 outbreak linked to the recent cluster in Sydney was report

COVID-19 pandemic in Australia Darwin and surrounding towns enter a two-day lockdown after a COVID-19 outbreak linked to the recent cluster in Sydney was reported. Restrictions also increase in Western Australia after a woman who recently returned from Sydney also tests positive. (The Guardian)

Jun
28
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Europe COVID-19 pandemic in Italy Italy drops its mandatory mask wearing requirement in outdoor areas as all of 20 regions are classified a

COVID-19 pandemic in Europe COVID-19 pandemic in Italy Italy drops its mandatory mask wearing requirement in outdoor areas as all of 20 regions are classified as "white" level, signifying a low-risk region. (France 24) COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom The United Kingdom reports 22,868 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, which is the highest single-day total of daily cases since January 30. (ITV News)

Jun
28
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in South Africa South Africa imposes an adjusted alert Level 4 for the next 14 days that includes a curfew from 9 p.m.

COVID-19 pandemic in South Africa South Africa imposes an adjusted alert Level 4 for the next 14 days that includes a curfew from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m., prohibition of alcohol sales and a ban on all social gatherings in order to prevent the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant. In addition, schools will also be closed beginning on June 30. (Independent Online)

Jun
29
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh surpasses 900,000 cases of COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh surpasses 900,000 cases of COVID-19. (The Financial Express) COVID-19 pandemic in India, COVID-19 vaccination in India The Drugs Controller General of India grants emergency use approval for the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine imported by Cipla. (Livemint) COVID-19 pandemic in Iran Iran reports its first cases of the SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant with more than 10 people detected in Mashhad. (Anadolu Agency)

Jun
29
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Australia Perth, Brisbane and their respective surrounding towns enter lockdown as coronavirus spreads from the Sydney cluster.

COVID-19 pandemic in Australia Perth, Brisbane and their respective surrounding towns enter lockdown as coronavirus spreads from the Sydney cluster. People will only be allowed to leave home for essential work or study, medical or compassionate reasons, essential shopping, or outdoor exercise (with restrictions), and masks must be worn outdoors. (ABC News Australia)

Jun
30
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Europe COVID-19 pandemic in Russia Russia reports a record for the second consecutive day of 669 deaths from COVID-19, thereby bringing the

COVID-19 pandemic in Europe COVID-19 pandemic in Russia Russia reports a record for the second consecutive day of 669 deaths from COVID-19, thereby bringing the nationwide death toll to 135,214. (Barron's) COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom The United Kingdom reports 26,068 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, which is the highest single-day total of cases since January 29. (Sky News)

Jun
30
Health / Disasters

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom, Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the Republi

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom, Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Ireland U.S. fashion retailer Gap announces that it will be closing all of its 81 stores in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The company will continue to provide an online store for British and Irish customers. (BBC News)

Jun
30
Health / Disasters

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom, Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Ireland U.S.

Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom, Economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Ireland U.S. fashion retailer Gap announces that it will be closing all of its 81 stores in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The company will continue to provide an online store for British and Irish customers. (BBC News)

Jul
01
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh imposes a lockdown that suspends all public transport and only allows people to leave their house for emergency reaso

COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh Bangladesh imposes a lockdown that suspends all public transport and only allows people to leave their house for emergency reasons due to a substantial increase in the number of COVID-19 cases. Soldiers are deployed to enforce the lockdown. (Voice of America)

Jul
01
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji Fiji reports a record of 431 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the national total of cases to 4,849.

COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji Fiji reports a record of 431 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the national total of cases to 4,849. The Ministry of Health and Medical Services also reports two deaths, bringing the death toll to 24, with 22 of these deaths having occurred since the current outbreak began in April. (RNZ)

Jul
01
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announces a month-long vaccination raffle in which residents can win a total of $5 million in c

COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announces a month-long vaccination raffle in which residents can win a total of $5 million in cash (one grand prize of $2 million or three prizes of $1 million) and $500,000 total in college scholarships for children aged 12 to 17 years old (nine prizes of $55,000). The winners will be drawn on August 4. (MLive.com)

Jul
01
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 vaccination in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announces a month-long vaccination raffle in which re

COVID-19 vaccination in the United States COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announces a month-long vaccination raffle in which residents can win a total of $5 million in cash (one grand prize of $2 million or three prizes of $1 million) and $500,000 total in college scholarships for children aged 12 to 17 years old (nine prizes of $55,000). The winners will be drawn on August 4. (MLive.com)

Jul
01
Health / Disasters

Fiji reports a record of 431 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the national total of cases to 4,849.

Fiji reports a record of 431 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the national total of cases to 4,849. The Ministry of Health and Medical Services also reports two deaths, bringing the death toll to 24, with 22 of these deaths having occurred since the current outbreak began in April. (RNZ)

Jul
01
Health / Disasters

Lytton wildfire The village of Lytton, British Columbia, is evacuated after a wildfire destroys 90% of the village amid an unprecedented heat wave caused by a r

Lytton wildfire The village of Lytton, British Columbia, is evacuated after a wildfire destroys 90% of the village amid an unprecedented heat wave caused by a rare "heat dome" event over the Pacific Northwest and Western Canada. The village recently recorded Canada's highest ever temperature of 49.6 °C (121.3 °F). (BBC News)

Jul
01
Health / Disasters

The village of Lytton, British Columbia, is evacuated after a wildfire destroys 90% of the village amid an unprecedented heat wave caused by a rare "heat dome"

The village of Lytton, British Columbia, is evacuated after a wildfire destroys 90% of the village amid an unprecedented heat wave caused by a rare "heat dome" event over the Pacific Northwest and Western Canada. The village recently recorded Canada's highest ever temperature of 49.6 °C (121.3 °F). (BBC News)

Jul
02
Health / Disasters

COVID-19 pandemic in Australia Lockdown restrictions are lifted in the Northern Territory after a decline in the number of new COVID-19 cases.

COVID-19 pandemic in Australia Lockdown restrictions are lifted in the Northern Territory after a decline in the number of new COVID-19 cases. Masks will still be required indoors, private gatherings will be limited to 10 people, and gyms will remain closed. Lockdown restrictions are also lifted in regional Queensland, but masks will still be required indoors, and private gatherings will be limited to 30 people. (ABC News Australia)

Jul
02
Health / Disasters

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

COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia COVID-19 vaccination in Indonesia The Food and Drug Authority grants an emergency use authorization for the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. (Antara) Indonesia reports a record third consecutive day of 24,836 new cases and a record fourth consecutive day of 539 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide total confirmed cases and death toll to 2.22 million and to 59,534, respectively. (detikHealth)

Jul
02
Health / Disasters

Indonesia reports a record third consecutive day of 24,836 new cases and a record fourth consecutive day of 539 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, bring

Indonesia reports a record third consecutive day of 24,836 new cases and a record fourth consecutive day of 539 deaths from COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, bringing the nationwide total confirmed cases and death toll to 2.22 million and to 59,534, respectively. (detikHealth)

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