The COVID-19 pandemic has hit many Calgarians hard and a Calgary-based charity has seen that first-hand. As Lauren Pullen reports, Wings of Hope for Africa has seen the need more than double.

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69 new COVID-19 cases in Alberta Saturday; numbers up at Calgary condo and Edmonton hospital outbreaks

COVID-19 confirmed on Saturday, bringing active numbers to 520 provincially.The Edmonton and Calgary zones are now close in case numbers: Edmonton zone still has the highest rate, with 228 active cases. Calgary zone currently sits at 221 cases.In the rest of the province, there are 36 cases in the North zone, 31 in the South zone and two in the Central zone.

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Rural areas in U.S. see uptick in coronavirus outbreaks as country’s cases surge

Actual U.S. coronavirus cases may be 20 million, officials suggest Idaho and Oklahoma have seen similarly large percentage increases, albeit from low starting points.

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America sees 46,000 coronavirus infections in single day in grim record

America has registered almost 46,000 fresh coronavirus infections over the past day, a record number of new cases.

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Loose Women’s Nadia Sawalha admits to feeling ‘slightly agoraphobic’ about life going back to normal

Loose Women star Nadia Sawalha has candidly admitted she feels “slightly agoraphobic” about life going back to normal after the lockdown. Nadia, 55, opened up about the prospect of life returning to normal and admitted that although she has “enormous hope” she did feel “slightly agoraphobic” about life after lockdown.

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Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner lead The Princess Bride charity remake

Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner have teamed up with Hugh Jackman, Jennifer Garner, and Tiffany Haddish to feature in a unique remote remake of The Princess Bride.Director Jason Reitman has taken charge of the project, for which the stars self-filmed scenes using their cell phones, with Jonas playing the titular character, aka Buttercup, and Turner, who is pregnant with the couple's first child, portraying the role of Westley, made famous by Cary Elwes in the beloved 1987 movie.Other artists contributing to the revamp include Elijah Wood, Jon Hamm, Jack Black, Josh Gad, Andy Serkis, Diego Luna, Taika Waititi, David Oyelowo, Keegan-Michael Key, Patton Oswalt, Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka, and Chris Pine and Annabelle Wallis, with stars

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Sharp spike in Bengaluru as 596 test covid-19 positive, lockdown on Sundays

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Noida: COVID-19 cases cross 2,000-mark, death toll rises to 21

COVID-19 in Uttar Pradesh's Gautam Buddh Nagar district rose to 21 on Saturday with one more fatality, while the total number of cases crossed the 2000-mark, official data showed.The district has recorded 127 new cases since Friday, while 97 patients were discharged during the 24-hour period, according to the UP Health Department data.The number of active COVID-19 cases rose to 915 in Gautam Buddh Nagar and the death toll reached 21 on Saturday, it showed.So far, 1,136 patients have been discharged in the district after recovery from COVID-19, it added.The total number of positive cases reported in the district stands at 2,072 (915 active cases 1,136 discharged cases 21 deceased), the data showed.The recovery rate of patients improved

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Meghan Markle & Prince Harry’s Charity Work Is Keeping Princess Diana’s Memory ‘Very Much Alive’

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are continuing to connect with their new home through charity work!

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India sees 4 lakh Covid-19 cases in 39 days; experts point to increased testing

New Delhi: It took 110 days for coronavirus infections in the country to reach one lakh, while just 39 days more to go past the five lakh-mark.Medical experts have pointed to the ramped up COVID-19 testing, now available more extensively and at a reasonable price, as a big reason for the spike in cases recently.Six days after recording four lakh infections, India's COVID-19 tally went past the five lakh-mark on Saturday with the highest single-day surge of 18,552 cases, while the death toll climbed to 15,685, according to Union health ministry data.The COVID-19 caseload increased to 5,08,953, while 384 fatalities were recorded in the last 24 hours, the updated figure at 8 am showed.This was the fourth consecutive day when coronavirus

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Tamil Nadu: Biggest 24-hour jump in new Covid-19 cases for third day in a row

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Björk to live-stream three orchestral performances in aid of women’s charity

Björk will live-stream three gigs next month in partnership with Iceland Airwaves Festival, to raise money for Icelandic women’s charity Kvennaathvarfið.The musician will perform shows at Reykjavík’s Harpa Hall August 9, 15 and 23. They will be played to a live audience, which will be permitted under Iceland’s loosening lockdown laws.The first show will see Björk peform with the Hamrahlíð Choir, the second with strings from the Icelandic Symphony Orchestra, and the third with the orchestra’s brass section and flute septet Viibra.

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Couples embrace ‘micro weddings’ as pandemic stretches on

wedding of Toronto-based couple Suneel Khanna and Carl Wolter was scheduled for June this year, and loved ones from four different countries were expected to attend. Wolter is from the U.S., so their wedding would mark the beginning of Wolter’s immigration process, too.“Originally, we were going to get married in a very intricate ceremony in a church, combining my Hindu background and Carl’s spirituality,” Khanna said.

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Major clean up operation in Liverpool as fans leave city 'destroyed' with rubbish

A mammoth cleanup is underway in Liverpool today after fans left the city "destroyed" with rubbish amid yesterday's Premier League celebrations.

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Lessons for Australia from Melbourne’s COVID-19 spike

COVIDSafe app so health authorities can quickly find close contacts of people confirmed to have contracted COVID-19.The faster the 'disease detectives' can find these close contacts, the quicker they can prevent the virus from spreading.So what have we learned from the Melbourne spike? A significant number of the new cases are connected to family gatherings.What does this tell us? It would seem some Australians don’t appreciate that COVID-19 can be dangerous, even among people they know well — including family members.As COVID-19 restrictions have eased and more people are able to meet in homes and venues such as hotels and restaurants, some Australians are choosing not to socialise at a safe physical distance.

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Covid-19 in Delhi: All you need to know about serological survey

Here is all you need to know about the serological survey:1) Delhi will conduct serological test of 20,000 samples from June 27 till 10 July2) This will help in comprehensive assessment of the spread of infection in Delhi and will help draw up a comprehensive strategy.3) The sero-surveillance study will be conducted in all 11 districts of Delhi on a random basis including individuals below 18 years of age.4) Serology (antibody) tests are largely used for surveillance among the community.5) They can be used on people who have already been tested positive for the virus or even those who are asymptomatic, and can reveal insights on immunity against Covid-19.Meanwhile, India's Covid-19 tally raced past five lakh today with the highest

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Historic 'Godzilla' Saharan dust cloud sweeps across US - and temperatures could spike

An enormous Saharan dust storm has blanketed the southeast US.

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Commercial Laboratory Seroprevalence Survey Data

Seroprevalence of antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 in Six Sites in the United States, March 23-May 3, 2020pdf iconexternal icon.Learn about the limitations of this survey and how to interpret these serology results.CDC has received results from the Western Washington State region; the New York City metro region; south Florida; and all of Connecticut, Missouri, and Utah from blood samples collected by commercial laboratories as part of routine patient care.As more data become available, tables and data charts will be added to this page to show the early antibody test results for patient specimens tested in these areas.Cases Reported in that catchment area by April 1, 2020Estimated Cases based on Seroprevalence and catchment area populationDifference

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Clare Crawley's The Bachelorette season will be 'first major show' in the U.S. to resume production

Clare Crawley's highly anticipated season of The Bachelorette will be the first major television production to resume production amid the coronavirus pandemic.Although there is no official start date,Warner Horizon Unscripted confirmed to Variety on Friday that the show's cast'will start traveling very soon because there has to be a quarantine period.'The entire 16th season of The Bachelorette 'will be shot in a quarantined location with all cast and crew members living on-site.'Not only will each cast member be required to take a COVID-19 test before entering the filming location, they will also be subject to 'regular testing and temperature checks.' It's on:Clare Crawley's highly anticipated season of The Bachelorette will be the first

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Calgary Cares: Veterans Association Food Bank sees unprecedented need; businesses step up to help

COVID-19.The Veterans Association Food Bank is a lifeline to hundreds of veterans, offering continued moral support, camaraderie and help with access to mental health and government services. It also provides essentials like food and financial aid.Staff at the Calgary charity are reporting a 494 per cent increase in veterans reaching out for financial help and a 169 per cent increase in those needing food hampers since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

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The Bachelorette Will Be The First Major Network Show To Start Filming Again Amid The Pandemic! Details HERE!

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Washington state woman furloughed over coronavirus gives away hundreds of lasagnas to people in need

GIG HARBOR, Wash. - Washington state resident Michelle Brenner began cooking lasagna after she was furloughed from her menswear store job following the coronavirus outbreak and started handing out pieces for free to help those in need.Following her furlough, Brenner, 45, made a pan of lasagna using her Italian grandma's recipe and then posted a message on her community Facebook page, offering to make homemade pieces for the locals, The Washington Post reported.“If any of you want some fresh homemade, no calorie counting lasagna, please let me know and I will gladly prepare it,” she wrote.Brenner also used her $1,200 stimulus check to buy the ingredients, and people were soon clamoring for more.Related: Florida suspending any alcohol

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Calgary Cares: Veterans Association Food Bank sees need like never before

The Veterans Association Food Bank has seen an unprecedented number of veterans reach out for support during the COVID-19 pandemic. As Lauren Pullen reports, a group of Calgary businesses has banded together to help.

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COVID-19 cases spike in 30+ states, many among young Americans

U.S. health officials are sounding the alarm over the surge of COVID-19 cases in more than 30 states. As Jennifer Johnson reports, many of these cases are young people who may be less inclined to stay home.

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NHS Charities Together in new partnership which could raise thousands of pounds

Health Games has partnered with NHS Charities Together to help raise vital funds, it has been announced.The money will go towards charitable organisations through NHS Charities Together to support National Health Service staff, volunteers and patients.Online gaming site Health Games will match 20% of every first deposit made on their site and donate this sum on a bi-montly basis to the organisation - so the money raised could run into thousands of pounds.NHS Charities Together act as collective voice for over 250 NHS charities – and coordinate national fundraising efforts.These charities give £1million EVERY DAY to the NHS so that people can stay well for longer and get better faster.NHS Charities Together have funded major capital

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Calgary’s Kiesza offers advice to cope with isolation

Calgary born singer/songwriter Kiesza was forced into isolation once before and found she was very well prepared to go through it again when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Deb Matejicka reports.

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University of Calgary leads research into the effects of social distancing on teenagers

Approximately 50% of mental illness begins in emerging adulthood. The COVID-19 pandemic has increased risk for this vulnerable age group.

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Alberta confirms 38 new COVID-19 cases Friday; Edmonton sees largest active numbers

COVID-19 cases Friday, which brings active cases in the province to 509.Thirty-seven people are in hospital, eight of those are in intensive care. The province reported no additional deaths Friday.

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Protesters speak out after police used tear gas, pepper spray during I-676 protest

PHILADELPHIA - Several protesters are speaking out following the use of tear gas and pepper spray during a protest that spilled onto I-676 on June 1.Katharine Miller, 30, a UPenn employee earning a degree in social work, says she sat down directly in front of protester Diamonick Hough in the demonstration on I-676 to protect him."To think anything other than this man’s life was in danger if he was left alone with police officers, in my opinion, is that you’re not paying attention," Miller said.Her actions got Miller a face full of spray from a SWAT officer, who the police commissioner says she plans to fire and may be charged.Miller spoke Friday with her attorney by her side, whose firm also represents Diamonick Hough, who tossed a canister

COVID-19 cases among US young adults spike

Half of the new COVID-19 cases detected in recent weeks have been in adults under 35, Vice President Mike Pence said today during a press conference held by the White House coronavirus task force—the first press conference by the group in nearly 2 months.

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70 percent of initial disbursement of CARES act funds in Osceola County will go toward rental and mortgage assistance

OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. – Commissioners in Osceola County have approved a plan for what to do with the funds from the CARES Act.Osceola officials said the county is waiting for the first distribution of funds.County officials said 25 percent or 16.3 million will go toward programs to help businesses and residents impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.Commissioners said 70 percent of the $16.3 million will go toward rental and mortgage assistance, 20 percent will go toward small business assistance and 10 percent will go toward Food Insecurity Assistance.Human Services in the county will get $13 million and $3.2 million will go to Economic Development for Small Business Assistance, according to commissioners.Osceola County has the highest

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Washington Post (June 26) Nearly 30 years after ADA, nation’s transit agencies report successes and shortfalls Despite accessibility advances in major cities, gaps in service remain.

Washington Post (June 26)Nearly 30 years after ADA, nation’s transit agencies report successes and shortfallsDespite accessibility advances in major cities, gaps in service remain.

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The Tanya Taylor Headband You Need Is Up to 64% Off at the Amazon Summer Sale

Amazon Summer Sale, also known as the Big Style Sale, is here to save the day. The 2020 fashion sale has already offered up great discounts on hot brands like Levi's, Kate Spade and Ray-Ban, and now the popular online retailer has the Tanya Taylor Ruched Headband below up for grabs with a whopping $61 slashed off its price.The funky pink plaid piece is on sale for just $34, down from $95, as part of the Amazon Summer Sale 2020.

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Pennsylvania Says $260M In CARES Act Funding To Be Allocated For Individuals With Intellectual Disabilities, Autism.

Uniontown (PA) Herald-Standard (6/15) reports that on Monday, Pennsylvania state officials “said...$260 million in CARES Act funding would be allocated to help those with intellectual disabilities or autism during the pandemic.” The funding “will be allocated to providers of residential, respite and shift nursing services; providers of Community Participation Support services; and to providers of in-home and community, supported and small group employment, companion and transportation trip services.” WBRE-TV Wilkes-Barre, PA (6/15, Espaillat) reports that $90 million will go “to providers of residential, respite, and shift nursing services; $80 million to providers of Community Participation Support services for 120 days of retainer

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Spike in online child exploitation reports in Alberta ‘likely’ due to COVID-19 isolation measures: ALERT

COVID-19 pandemic.The Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams (ALERT) says over a dozen people from across the province were arrested over the past month for charges relating to the online sexual exploration of a child. ICE reports spike in online child exploitation cases in Alberta amid COVID-19 pandemic In a Friday news release, ALERT said their Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) unit arrested 18 people between May 20 and June 23, with 65 charges laid in total.

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Katy Perry Calls For Justice For Breonna Taylor And Tony McDade In Stonewall Day Speech

June 2020 has been no ordinary Pride Month. What is typically a colorful commemoration of love, community, and the richness of LGBTQ+ identity has been largely overshadowed by an ongoing pandemic, which has forced gay bars to close, parades to be canceled, and people to celebrate from home.

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Trudeau says civil service chose WE charity for partnership on student grant program

Justin Trudeau says the non-partisan civil service, not him, decided the WE charity was the best option to dole out grants to students who volunteer in this summer.WE will administer the Canada Student Service Grant, which will provide eligible students with up to $5,000 to support the costs of post-secondary education in the fall, with the amount of each grant dependent on the time the recipient devotes to volunteer work.

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Alex Winter's New HBO Doc 'Showbiz Kids' Explores the Hazards of Child Stardom

Before Alex Winter became famous as good-vibes goofball Bill in Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure at age 24, he was a successful child actor, appearing in Broadway productions of such shows as The King and I and Peter Pan. It was a lifestyle that exposed Winter to acting methods, creative people — and sexual abuse.

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Calgary’s wastewater to be tested for traces of COVID-19 virus

City of Calgary is teaming up with the University of Calgary and Alberta Health Services to test the city’s wastewater for early signs of COVID-19.Researchers will be analyzing wastewater from local treatment plants as well as samples from within the wastewater collection system to find areas where active cases of COVID-19 are beginning to appear. Alberta Health releases more detailed guidance on cohorts, how to form them In a Friday news release from the U of C, Dr.

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Maharashtra sees over 5,000 new Covid-19 cases for first time, tally past 1.5 lakh

Mumbai: As Maharashtra ramps up Covid-19 testing, the state on Friday, reported a single-day record of 5,024 new Covid-19 cases, taking the state's virus count to 1,52,765.Number of active cases however, are at 65,829 in the state and total patients discharged so far are 79,815.The state's capital, Mumbai, saw its coronavirus count rise by 1,297 new cases reported in the last 24 hours, taking the city's tally to 72,175. With 44 new deaths reported today, Mumbai's death toll stands at 4,179.

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Spacewalking astronaut loses mirror, newest space junk

The International Space Station was orbiting over Kazakhstan and into China when this picture of the solar eclipse shadowing a portion of the Asian continent. (Source: NASA) CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) - A spacewalking astronaut added to the millions of pieces of junk orbiting the Earth on Friday, losing a small mirror as soon as he stepped out of the International Space Station for battery work.Commander Chris Cassidy said the mirror floated away at about a foot per second.Mission Control said the mirror somehow became detached from Cassidy's spacesuit.

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Johnson warns 'taking liberties' could case virus spike

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has warned people against "taking liberties" with social distancing rules as he said it could lead to the danger of a "serious spike" in coronavirus infections.

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The aftermath of Bournemouth beach 'major incident' as residents describe mayhem

made the call after services became "completely overstretched" as huge numbers of visitors defied advice to stay away on Thursday.

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Second day in a row, Tamil Nadu sees biggest jump in new Covid-19 cases

New Delhi: For second straight day, Tamil Nadu saw highest single-day spike in fresh Covid-19 cases as the state's virus case count nears 75,000-mark.The southern state reported 3,645 new Covid-19 cases in the last 24 hours, taking the tally to 74,622. 122 of the new cases are those who returned to the state from either abroad or from other Indian states.

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Caitlyn Jenner Says She Sees Her Gender Dysphoria As Her 'Gift'

Caitlyn Jenner is opening up about transitioning.

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Pentagon chief seeks to reassure NATO over US troop plans

BRUSSELS – U.S. Defense Secretary Mark Esper on Friday sought to reassure allies at NATO that Washington will consult them on any future troop movements, after President Donald Trump surprised partners at the military alliance by announcing the withdrawal of thousands of personnel from Germany.At a time when videoconferencing has become the norm due to the coronavirus, Esper paid a short in-person visit to NATO headquarters in Brussels, a week after several allied defense ministers expressed concern about the unpredictability of U.S.

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NHS Lanarkshire team are part of major breakthrough in fight against Covid-19

A team of health professionals from NHS Lanarkshire is delighted to be part of the biggest breakthrough so far in the battle against Covid-19.The doctors, nurses, pharmacists and research experts – who are based across the three NHS Lanarkshire acute hospitals – were part of the UK-wide Oxford Recovery Trial which is testing a number of potential treatments for Covid-19, including Dexamethasone.Dr Manish Patel, consultant in respiratory medicine, led the study in Lanarkshire along with his colleagues Dr Fiona Burton and Dr Claire McGoldrick.And Dr Patel said: “Following some very difficult months it is amazing to have this silver lining.“Thanks to this UK-wide collaboration, we now know that Dexamethasone works for the very sickest patients

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U.S. governors who quickly lifted coronavirus restrictions backpedal as cases spike

coronavirus restrictions, Republican Gov. Greg Abbott didn’t wear a mask.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0

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