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Coronavirus treatment touted by Trump in short supply
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 12:02:46 AM
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Panama to suspend all international flights on Sunday due to coronavirus
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 12:43:49 AM
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Virtual tourism, business and education take off amid coronavirus
Jerusalem’s Tower of David Museum launches interactive online tour of holy sites, as remote business and education tools see massive spike in activity
By MAYA MARGIT/THE MEDIA LINE \
3/20/2020 10:35:32 AM
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Trump replaces G7 coronavirus meeting at Camp David with video conference
The decision comes as nations around the world seal their borders and ban travel to stop the virus' spread.
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 1:20:59 AM
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Argentina announces obligatory quarantine to fight coronavirus outbreak
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 1:10:55 AM
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Washington state reports 8 more deaths due to coronavirus
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 2:10:53 AM
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Canada-US border could close Friday as Canadians overseas try to get home
"What continues to concern us is the day-by-day sharp increase in cases and reports from provinces of new cases with no links to travel," Tam told reporters.
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 1:22:53 AM
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Bolsonaro expects coronavirus outbreak to peak in 3 to 4 months
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 1:27:26 AM
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California urges Trump to send Navy hospital ship to LA 'immediately'
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 1:29:29 AM
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FDA says no scientific evidence that ibuprofen worsens coronavirus
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 2:07:50 AM
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Haiti declares state of emergency amid coronavirus outbreak
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 2:14:30 AM
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Coronavirus hackathon offers innovative solutions to harsh restrictions
Remote work, fake news and the education system are just a few key issues participants were asked to face in a hackathon to deal with coronavirus challenges.
By TAMAR URIEL-BEERI \
3/22/2020 4:32:05 PM
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China reports record number of imported coronavirus cases, zero local
Mainland China had 39 new confirmed cases on Thursday, the National Health Commission said, all of them imported.
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 7:49:29 AM
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Coronavirus fake news sparks confusion in US as death toll rises
US Rep. Devin Nunes, a California Republican, told Fox News that 'If you’re healthy, you and your family, it’s a great time to just go out, go to a local restaurant, likely you can get in easy.'
By TZVI JOFFRE \
3/20/2020 2:49:43 AM
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National Library offers free audiobooks amid coronavirus closures
The books will be available through the iCast app with the authors' consent.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/20/2020 3:24:08 AM
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NASA temporarily closes rocket production facilities due to coronavirus
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 3:28:04 AM
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Los Angeles mayor orders residents to stay at home, businesses to close
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 3:37:10 AM
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California governor issues statewide 'stay at home' order over coronavirus
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 5:38:58 AM
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Olympic flame arrives in Japan amid worries of coronavirus cancellation
The torch relay in Greece was canceled to avoid drawing crowds.
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 4:17:28 AM
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My Word: Conquering fear in the time of corona
Caremongering, in; scaremongering, out.
By LIAT COLLINS \
3/20/2020 4:28:34 AM
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Israeli doctor on coronavirus frontlines: I am preparing for a few months
"Every cough, every fever, every change in their oxygen saturation level is usually a cause of a lot of stress."
By URIEL HEILMAN/JTA \
3/20/2020 4:33:03 AM
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Coronavirus: Jews deliver food to Poles who saved Jews during Holocaust
From the Depths staff has started to set aside time for phone chats with the Righteous to help combat their sense of isolation.
By CNAAN LIPHSHIZ/JTA \
3/20/2020 4:43:35 AM
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Whole Foods' New York employee tests positive for coronavirus
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 4:51:32 AM
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Jews in the UK prepare for distancing as Britain adapts to coronavirus
This week, the British government finally introduced some drastic measures in managing the coronavirus crisis.
By CNAAN LIPHSHIZ/JTA \
3/20/2020 4:51:50 AM
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Washington state man arrested for alleged antisemitic threats to neighbor
The FBI is investigating the case.
By MARCY OSTER/JTA \
3/20/2020 4:57:26 AM
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Coronavirus puts immigration of some 250 Ethiopian Jews to Israel on hold
Three Ethiopian Airlines flights had been scheduled to bring the immigrants on March 18, 25 and 31. It is not known when such flights will resume.
By MARCY OSTER/JTA \
3/20/2020 5:01:10 AM
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China's Jiangsu to quarantine tourists from coronavirus-infected countries
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 5:18:49 AM
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Chabad Hebrew schools go online in response to coronavirus outbreak
The decision to create the online program was made just last week when schools worldwide began closing
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/20/2020 5:48:09 AM
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Coronavirus: Industrial design student at Bezalel designs protective mask
The mask is supposed to be a more tasteful and comfortable alternative to those masks which are built to defend one from nuclear war and other chemical-related emergencies.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/20/2020 6:12:02 AM
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Israel public transit usage down 38.5% compared to before coronavirus
In comparison, public transport usage in New York City is down 33.9%, usage in Paris is down 55.4% and usage in London is down 27.2%.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/20/2020 6:44:42 AM
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Khamenei praises Iranians in fight against coronavirus
In a separate message, Rouhani said that Iran will overcome the coronavirus with unity.
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 10:51:04 AM
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Unity will help Iran overcome coronavirus, Rouhani says
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 7:05:02 AM
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Thailand reports 50 new coronavirus infections for total of 322
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 7:05:46 AM
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Government unanimously approves new movement restrictions overnight
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/20/2020 8:08:51 AM
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Birthright Excel alumni launch drive to deliver food, medicine to elderly
Birthright Excel alumni Lior Avisar and Maya Klein launched the 'Door to Dor' project which has alreadu recruited over 1,000 volunteers.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/20/2020 12:25:55 PM
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Coronavirus: Israel races to rescue its citizens before airspace closes
Peru is still under martial law in response to the coronavirus threat. Recent border closures and a nationwide lockdown have left the 23 remaining Israelis unclear as to what lies ahead for them.
By TOVAH LAZAROFF,IDAN ZONSHINE \
3/22/2020 1:49:29 AM
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91-year-old coronavirus victim in critical condition in Tel Aviv hospital
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/20/2020 9:32:42 AM
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Idan Raichel gives special online performance - watch live
Many events and concerts have had to be cancelled due to the spread of the coronavirus. But it hasn't stopped many Israeli artists who have turned to live-streams to share their music.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/22/2020 10:00:31 PM
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Teva donates potential coronavirus treatment to hospitals across the US
Hydroxychloroquine sulfate tablets are used against malaria, lupus erythematosus and rheumatoid arthritis but could be effective against COVID-19.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/21/2020 11:39:13 AM
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Poriya Hospital shuts down Orthopedic dept. after doctor tests positive
The positive result prompted a complete shutdown of the orthopedic department of the hospital and the immediate home quarantine of 38 medical personnel.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/20/2020 12:10:15 PM
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France says 130,000 of its nationals trying to return home
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 10:10:50 AM
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Over 450,000 Israelis have filed for unemployment since March began
Around 5,400 inquiries came this week from industrialists and factories who are looking to understand how to deal with the economic impacts of the coronavirus.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/20/2020 12:18:48 PM
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Uncertain, scary world in time of coronavirus
Capriciousness and vulnerabilities of life teach us humility, moral responsibility and reliance on G-d
By DAVID M. WEINBERG \
3/20/2020 11:07:41 AM
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Philippines reports 13 new coronavirus infections, one new death
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 10:47:21 AM
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Hong Kong sees 48 new cases of coronavirus, bulk of infections imported
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 10:54:04 AM
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Train frequency to be reduced by half starting on Monday
By ANA BERSKY/MAARIV \
3/20/2020 10:55:33 AM
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Protests held near Gantz, Edelstein homes
The protesters complained that Knesset committees have not been set up yet.
By GIL HOFFMAN \
3/20/2020 4:27:48 PM
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US to Iran: Coronavirus won't save you from sanctions
"Washington's increased pressure against Iran is a crime against humanity," an Iranian official said. "All the world should help each other to overcome this disease," he added.
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 11:22:09 AM
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German health official: It's up to authorities to decide on curfew
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 11:41:09 AM
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Shabbat candle-lighting times for Israel and US
See Shabbat times for your area.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/20/2020 11:49:10 AM
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Kremlin says Putin does not need a coronavirus test as he has no symptoms
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 12:16:15 PM
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South Africa's health minister says coronavirus cases rise to 202
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 12:18:32 PM
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Iran coronavirus death toll jumps 149 to 1,433 - health ministry
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 12:33:22 PM
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Netanyahu examining bringing remote learning back to schools
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/20/2020 12:47:20 PM
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Singapore has 40 new virus cases, mostly imported, steps up distancing
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 1:14:10 PM
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Spain's coronavirus death toll surpasses 1,000
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 1:15:49 PM
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Coronavirus: CDC study finds younger adults at risk too
While it was first argued that older people were more vulnerable to the coronavirus, new findings show that young people, too, are at risk.
By DEBORAH DAHAN \
3/20/2020 2:25:38 PM
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Belgium coronavirus deathtoll rises to 37 in largest daily jump
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 1:44:40 PM
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PA: 17 Palestinians recovered from coronavirus
'Beginning of victory over the pandemic'
By KHALED ABU TOAMEH \
3/20/2020 2:18:48 PM
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Police set up blockades around Temple Mount, riots ensue
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/20/2020 2:39:41 PM
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UK to order London pubs, restaurants and gyms to shut - Evening Standard
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 2:43:40 PM
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Blue and White cockpit still wants Gantz as PM
The four members of Blue and White's leadership cockpit and said they would still seek a national unity government led by Blue and White leader Benny Gantz but would also consider other alternatives.
By GIL HOFFMAN \
3/20/2020 4:21:07 PM
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Riots erupts after police limit entrance to Temple Mount - watch
At least one Palestinian was arrested and others received fines for public health violations due to the gatherings of more than ten people.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/21/2020 6:14:18 AM
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Italy to use army to enforce coronavirus lockdown in worst-hit region
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 3:17:36 PM
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Iranian national admits to planning terror attacks in Germany
He encouraged others to commit such attacks in the country, including by driving a car into a crowd, attacking people with a meat cleaver and setting off bombs.
By BENJAMIN WEINTHAL \
3/22/2020 11:51:37 AM
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Gal Gadot’s Imagine video draws snarky social-media backlash
Labeling the video ‘cringe’ and ‘tone deaf,’ many were not charmed by celebrities who can retreat to their mansions when they ‘self isolate’ singing about imagining no possessions.
By HANNAH BROWN \
3/21/2020 4:01:31 PM
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Coronavirus: The US in Iraq is “repositioning” forces, ending training
The long-term affect could see the US leave many parts of Iraq quietly consolidating in areas that are more safe or have better defenses.
By SETH J. FRANTZMAN \
3/21/2020 12:27:28 PM
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Afghan military base stormed, 27 security personnel killed
The Afghan government blamed the attack on the Taliban, with whom the United States signed a peace deal last month for an eventual pullout of foreign forces from Afghanistan.
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 5:13:51 PM
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Missing component in Mossad's coronavirus test kits developed in Israel
"We should not settle for just this solution, we should also look for additional production sources for the test kits."
By CELIA JEAN \
3/21/2020 5:32:03 PM
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US says 'disappointed' by Iraq's failure to protect coalition forces
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 6:38:41 PM
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US and Mexico agree to restrict non-essential travel over shared border
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 6:39:35 PM
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Italy coronavirus deaths surge by 627 in a day, lifting death toll to 4,032
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 7:18:13 PM
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COGAT coordinates the delivery of more coronavirus equipment into Gaza
"COGAT and the PA are cooperating closely and effectively to manage the outbreak of the virus."
By CELIA JEAN \
3/21/2020 6:04:08 PM
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Coronavirus death toll in UK rises by 33 to 177
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 8:01:51 PM
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Coronavirus rocks Italy as death toll leaps to 4,031
Italy's coronavirus death toll soared on Friday and regions imposed new restrictions in an increasingly desperate effort to halt infections.
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 8:11:11 PM
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France reports 78 more coronavirus deaths, raising total to 450
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 8:55:16 PM
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German police conduct nationwide raid on neo-Nazi Reichsbürger movement
Police found on the premises numerous firearms and neo-Nazi propaganda, as raids occurred in 10 of the 16 states comprising Germany.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/21/2020 5:44:51 PM
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First coronavirus death in Israel: An 88-year-old Holocaust survivor
Aryeh Even, 88,was a Holocaust survivor from Hungary who was able to rebuild his life in Israel. He is survived by four children, 18 grandchildren and one great-grandson.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/21/2020 10:10:40 PM
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How Israel is dealing with the coronavirus vs an outbreak 100 years ago
One author of a letter wrote of, "fears and anxieties" during the outbreak, and the, "extra expenses the government has imposed on every individual regarding hygiene."
By CELIA JEAN \
3/21/2020 5:57:30 PM
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UAE announces first two deaths from coronavirus
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 11:14:05 PM
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USA Swimming calls for Olympics to be postponed
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 11:30:21 PM
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MK warns of novel coronvirus spreading in nursing home
MK Meirav Cohen warns that first coronavirus victim was from Jerusalem's Migdal Nofim retirement home.
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/21/2020 5:41:53 PM
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At least 11 dead, 904 people infected with coronavirus in Brazil
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 11:39:37 PM
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Former general to Likud: Is Netanyahu worth the end of democracy?
The former general took to social media to warn that “tyranny is already here.”
By JERUSALEM POST STAFF \
3/21/2020 5:28:24 PM
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French city of Nice to impose curfew
By REUTERS \
3/20/2020 11:59:52 PM