Ottawa has announced a new financial aid package meant to boost Canada’s biggest companies and non-profit organizations. As David Akin explains, big oil is eligible, something that not everyone agrees with.

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Feds urge 'extreme caution' for reopening nursing homes

NEW YORK – Federal authorities are urging governors to use “extreme caution” in deciding when to resume visits at nursing homes, saying it shouldn't come before all residents and staff have tested negative for the coronavirus for at least 28 days.

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Here's Why Sports Fans Are Going Wild for NASCAR's Big Return

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From theme parks to small businesses, disclaimers are now up for customers

ORLANDO, Fla. – As Disney Springs begins to reopen in just days, the Walt Disney World Company sent a stern warning to guests planning to visit on May 20.

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Audio streaming platforms now bet big on podcasts

The platforms offer a range of content from entertainment to meditation as a means to drive engagement

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Rihanna and JAY-Z added to BBC Big Weekend virtual festival lineup

Rihanna, JAY-Z, and Billie Eilish are among the stars who have been added to the lineup for BBC Radio 1’s virtual Big Weekend festival.

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SBA leaves businesses still hoping for more leeway on loans

NEW YORK – Small businesses hoping for more leeway in using coronavirus loan money were disappointed as the government released instructions for seeking forgiveness for the loans.

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Opinion | Has the government been much too cautious in providing relief?

It has tried to pull off a high-wire balancing act by initiating reforms while keeping expenses in check

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Opinion | Package is first in a multi-phased policy response

Reforms are unlikely to help if the financial sector plumbing is not in order

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KCR eases lockdown in Hyderabad, terms Centre's financial package as 'gas'

Hyderabad: After 57 days of lockdown, Hyderabad is all set to finally open up from Tuesday, with the state government allowing all businesses outside Covid-19 containment zones to function. Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR) on Monday said that all establishments can reopen from Tuesday and that other services like cabs and autos will also be allowed to ply. He also took a swipe at the Centre’s ₹20 lakh crore package to revive the economy, by calling it “gas".

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Lack of demand stimulus deflates auto biz

NEW DELHI : Automakers in India face an uncertain road to recovery with industry executives saying that the government’s stimulus measures are unlikely to revive demand at a time when the lockdown imposed after the coronavirus outbreak has crimped sales of big-ticket items such as passenger vehicles.

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Molly-Mae Hague admits she went on Love Island ‘for business reasons’ and didn't expect to find love

Molly-Mae Hague has candidly admitted she went on Love Island for “business” reasons rather than to find herself a man.The 20 year old, who ended up finding love with Tommy Fury in the villa last year, revealed she saw the opportunity to appear on the hit reality series as a “business move” as she gave her honest answers to fans’ questions in her latest YouTube video. Influencer Molly-Mae, who recently slammed lockdown rule-breakers, wore a black Balenciaga hoodie while sat in front of her computer in her stunning Manchester apartment, where she lives with Tommy, 21.

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Package holiday prices 'set to double' under strict new rules

We may not be able to go on holiday at the minute, but that hasn't stopped many of us dreaming of what we will do once we're able to travel again.

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The relief package for households doesn’t bring relief in the long term

See these relief measures as a stop-gap arrangement to be used in dire circumstances

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New shopping website allows you to support Scottish island businesses from the comfort of your home

A new shopping website has been set up to allow people to support Scottish islandbusinesses who are struggling while non-essential travel restrictions are in place.

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Dolly Parton thanks Tennessee National Guard for relief aid: 'I appreciate all of you'

Dolly Parton sent a heartfelt message to the Tennessee National Guard on social media. Since last week there have been multiple flyovers in different states symbolizing solidarity with medical and frontline workers, and the country music star wanted to make sure the National Guard also felt the love.

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Tech-assisted COVID-19 tracking is having some issues

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Harnessing today's technology to the task of fighting the coronavirus pandemic is turning out to be more complicated than it first appeared.

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Business, government operate under new rules, market rallies

The outbreak of the coronavirus has dealt a shock to the global economy with unprecedented speed. Following are developments Monday related to national and global response, the work place and the spread of the virus.

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Labour Court to begin virtual case hearings from 2 June

The Labour Court is to convene virtual case hearings for the first time from 2 June in order to comply with public health guidelines on the coronavirus.

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WATCH LIVE: FBI provides update on Florida naval station shooting

The FBI has found a link between the gunman in a deadly attack at a military base last December and an al-Qaida operative, a U.S. official said Monday.

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From takeaways to medication, Irish drone company changes course over coronavirus pandemic

Manna Aero should have been dropping off its first takeaway orders around a Dublin university campus by drone in March but then the coronavirus pandemic shut the country and its pilot programme down.

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Number of people on Pandemic Unemployment Payment dips

The number of people receiving the Covid-19 Pandemic Unemployment Payment has fallen slightly by 5,000 to 584,600 over the last week, new figures show.

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Sensex crashes over 3% as markets find no silver bullets in Rs20 trn package

The Indian stock markets witnessed a sharp sell-off on Monday, indicating investors do not expect the multi-tranche ₹20-trillion government package will help in ameliorating the near-term humanitarian or economic crisis. Sentiment was also dented because the lockdown extension to 31 May restricts mobility, further hurting business and economic activities.

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New Jersey businesses reopen for curbside pickup Monday

FOX 29's Jennifer Joyce reports.

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UK provides funding support for Covid-19 vaccine programme

The UK Government has committed to providing £84m in funding and manufacturing support to researchers working on Covid-19 vaccine programme, said Business Secretary Alok Sharma.

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Q&A: Simon Harris takes listeners' questions on next phase

Minister for Health Simon Harris appeared on Morning Ireland today as the strict restrictions which have been in place for two months have been eased.

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School's ridiculous return plan has kids sat in hula hoops and doing their own first aid

A primary school has come under fire after its social distancing return plan included children standing in hula hoops and administering their own first aid.

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Police hunt for thug who broke disabled woman's leg by pushing her off bus

Police have released CCTV after a disabled woman with a walking stick was shoved by a yob while getting off a bus – breaking her leg in the fall.

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Big Hit Entertainment apologises for Jungkook's recent Itaewon outing; BTS member tested negative for COVID 19

It was recently reported by Dispatch that four members from the 97 line were hanging out in Itaewon on April 25, 2020. Why the date is extremely important to note is because it was the same day when the Korean Center for Disease Control (KCDC) urged citizens to practice social distancing due to the coronavirus pandemic. These four members included BTS' Jungkook, NCT's Jaehyun, ASTRO's Cha Eunwoo and SEVENTEEN's Mingyu. All their agencies have put out statements confirming and apologising for their client's actions.

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Uber bets big on social distancing measures to reopen its services

BANGALORE : Cab aggregator Uber is betting big on social distancing norms to restart its services across the country, as government begins gradual relaxation of the nationwide lockdown.

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Italian authorities call on citizens to help fund recovery efforts

As Italy's already massive public debt soars further due to the coronavirus crisis, its authorities are calling on ordinary citizens to help fund recovery efforts. The plan could aid immediate financing needs but will do little to allay eventual default risks.

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Jessica Simpson flashes big smile as she proudly displays her award-winning while in home quarantine

Many people have turned to cooking and baking as a way to bond with loved ones and keep busy while in home quarantine amid the coronavirus pandemic.With a husband and three young kids, Jessica Simpson is among those who has been hard at work in the kitchen during these uncertain times over the last couple of months.And this weekend she pulled out an old award-winning chili recipe and then proudly posted a couple of pictures of the final product on Instagram.

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Ryanair reports full-year profit up 13%, cuts traffic for coming year

Ryanair has today reported a profit after tax of €1 billion for the year to March 31, but said it was unable to provide a forecast for the current year due to Covid-19 and cut its annual passenger traffic target by a further 20%.

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Björn Ulvaeus Recounts ABBA’s Big Break With Eurovision In Touching Speech: Watch

The 2020 Eurovision Song Contest was, well, not much of a contest. Blame the coronavirus pandemic for that.For the first time in its history, the annual songwriting competition was shelved.

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Winnipeg patios busy May long weekend despite COVID-19 restrictions

Winnipeg’s bar and restaurant patios were busy Sunday despite restrictions put in place due to COVID-19 as the weather warmed to seasonal averages.

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President Trump says back to normal in golf means big crowds, no masks

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Trump says back to normal in golf means big crowds, no masks

President Donald Trump’s idea of golf getting back to normal is having thousands of fans who aren’t wearing masks in attendance and “practically standing on top of each other.”

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Beaches, parks busy as Europe heat wave and US spring test new Covid-19 rules

Summer weather is enticing much of the world to emerge from coronavirus lockdowns as centers of the outbreak from New York to Italy and Spain gradually lift restrictions that have kept millions indoors for months.

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Orange County extends free PPE supplies for small businesses this week

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – More businesses are reopening as Florida enters "full phase one" on Monday. To keep citizens and businesses safe, Orange County is continuing to offer free personal protective equipment to small businesses and residents this week.

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Coronavirus: Communities, businesses in Canada brace for cancellation of cruise ships

TORONTO — Picturesque Peggy’s Cove, N.S., is normally a great place to run a business but restaurant owner John Campbell hopes he can survive the cancellation of cruise ships this season because of COVID-19.

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Opinion | India’s distant dream of becoming the world’s big factory

Without market reforms and a clear path out of our lockdown, we may not be able to take China’s place

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Commercial rent relief plan gave businesses hope, but landlords reluctant to participate

Bill Pratt hasn’t paid some $70,000 in rent for his restaurants in Atlantic Canada since April after having to shutter operations due to the COVID-19 pandemic and experiencing a “critical” sales drop.

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Coronavirus outbreak: Companies are liable if they don’t provide safe workplaces during and after pandemic

Employment and labour lawyer Howard Levitt tells Mercedes Stephenson more workplace inspectors are being trained to ensure companies are providing a safe workplace for their employees returning to work.

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Lower input costs aid margins even as revenue falters, Q4 early trends show

MUMBAI: The partial impact of nationwide lockdown in March quarter notwithstanding, early trends in corporate earnings show that business growth had already been impacted by the ongoing economic slowdown preceding covid-19. However, low raw material costs aided margins in some companies.

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Love Island 'returning as Gogglebox-style series' after show is cancelled due to coronavirus

Love Island will celebrate its best moments in a Gogglebox style series, it has been reported.The hit ITV2 dating show is not able to air this summer due to the coronavirus outbreak sweeping the globe. But bosses have reportedly been thinking of ideas to fill the schedule, and have recruited some of the best loved islanders of all time to relive the show’s greatest moments.

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Retailers, restaurants unhappy with stimulus package

NEW DELHI: Retailers of apparel, mobile phones, footwear, accessories and general merchandise, among others, said the government’s economic package to cushion the economic impact of the covid-19 pandemic has done little to help the stressed retail sector that employs millions.

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Mum found dead at hostel after being given '£10 bag of drugs' for 50th birthday

A heroin addict mum was found dead in a hostel, just a day after being gifted £10 bag of drugs for her 50th birthday.

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Legalising building violations may add to Bengaluru’s civic issues

BENGALURU: An ordinance to regularise building violations in Bengaluru is unlikely to bring in any revenue and will only add pressure to the inadequate civic infrastructure and challenges of India’s technology hub, experts and political leaders said.

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Fifth tranche of economic package will revitalise village economy: PM Modi

NEW DELHI : The fifth and last tranche of economic stimulus announced by the government on Sunday will boost entrepreneurship, help public sector units and revitalise the village economy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said.

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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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