While social distancing is the key to slowing the spread of the virus, it has changed everyday events we take for granted. That includes funerals, and as Ashley Field reports, it’s forcing families to keep their distance.

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Coronavirus: Trudeau says fed may increase health-care funding to provinces

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the government will have to consider increasing health-care funding after seeing the toll the novel coronavirus has taken on the country.

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‘There are 100 people sharing 1 bathroom’: What it’s like being a refugee during the COVID-19 pandemic

Many of the approximately 25 million refugees worldwide are facing a double crisis: on top of fleeing war-torn countries, they’re now facing scarce basic necessities, like soap and clean water, to fend off COVID-19.

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Wife of fallen Moncton Mountie reaches out to victims of N.S. shooting

The wife of an RCMP officer who was killed in the Moncton shootings almost six years ago is reaching out to provide support for the victims’ families and first responders in Nova Scotia.

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Joanna and Chip Gaines on the farm! A look inside their charming country home

Joanna Gaines has been very active on Instagram ever since self-isolation began.The home improvement specialist of Fixer Upper fame has been staying with her husband Chip and their five kids at their idyllic farm in Crawford, Texas, which is a suburb of Waco.The 1,700 square foot Victorian style home sits on 40 acres of land which the family uses for farming and other recreational activities. On Thursday Joanna shared an image from the grounds with the caption, 'A walk on the wild side.' The good life:Joanna Gaines has been very active on Instagram ever since self-isolation began.

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Anne Douglas celebrates her 101st birthday with a car parade amid the COVID-19 pandemic

Her husband movie icon Kirk Douglas died February at the age of 103.And less than three months later, Anne Douglas celebrated turning 101 years old with a car parade with her friends and family.Her grandson Cameron Douglas documented the happy occasion as he stopped by her home to wish her a happy birthday. Birthday queen:Anne Douglas celebrated turning 101 years old with a car parade with her friends and family on ThursdayCameron shared a snap of Anne as she waited in her driveway wearing a purple suit and pearls in her wheelchair, with her pup next to her.Cameron, who is the son of Michael Douglas and Diandra Morella Douglas (née Luker), was in the drivers seat with partner Viviane Thibes and their daughter Lua, two, in her car seat.

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Wheel of Fortune contestants wins over $56k but goes back to her job as an ER nurse

Wheel of Fortune contestant Arzo Mehdavi won big on Thursday's episode of the show, which was filmed before she went back to her job as a ER nurse, where she is currently treating COVID-19 patients in Hayward, California.Despite striking it lucky, Mehdavi remained in her position as the country began to lockdown amid the emerging pandemic.Mehdavi took home more than $56,000 in prizes and cash, and was later paid a surprise visit by the host of the show Vanna White, after learning that Mehdavi has been working on the frontlines fighting the spread of coronavirus.

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Mission: Impossible films seven and eight release days delayed amid COVID-19 pandemic

The next film in the Mission: Impossible franchise starring Tom Cruise, the seventh installment, was supposed to hit theaters July 23, 2021 with the eight film released on August 5, 2022.But, due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, Paramount has delayed the release of both movies, according to Variety.Mission: Impossible 7 has been moved by four months to a new theatrical release date of November 19, 2021 with Mission: Impossible 8 pushed back three months to November 4, 2022.

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Nick Cordero's wife Amanda Kloots reveals he's tested negative for COVID-19

Nick Cordero's wife Amanda Kloots received both good and bad news about his recovery on Friday as the Broadway star continues his battle against COVID-19.The 41-year-old actor had his leg amputated on Saturday after suffering blood flow issues and the mother-of-one is still waiting for him to wake up after he was taken out of sedation almost three weeks ago.But on a brighter note, Amanda said in an update on Instagram stories that Nick now seems to be rid of the virus.'Good news, dada had two negative COVID tests! Yay!' She said in a video while holding their young son Elvis.

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Kelly Osbourne hugs brother Jack in emotional video after testing negative for Covid-19

It was an emotional reunion for Kelly Osbourne when she finally saw her brother Jack, after a coronavirus scare forced them to separate.

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Watch Post Malone's Nirvana Tribute Concert - Stream Video Now!

Post Malone is livestreaming a concert from his home RIGHT THIS SECOND and you can watch it below.

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Bucks County woman asks for prayers for husband with COVID-19 on ventilator

Bucks County woman asks for prayers for her husband while he is on a ventilator suffering for COVID-19. FOX 29's Joann Pileggi reports.

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High school student makes clear face masks to help deaf and hard of hearing communicate

Eric Kim, a high school student in Portland, Ore., says he is "really happy to have found something specific that I can do for the community during these dangerous time." (Credit: Eric Kim)

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Trump adds confusion on COVID-19 treatments as US deaths top 50,000

Direct sunlight, injected disinfectants, heat. Those were some of the remedies for coronavirus infection President Donald Trump mentioned during yesterday's White House task force briefing. Today the manufacturers of Lysol and Dettol cleaners, as well as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), issued statements and warnings contradicting Trump's remarks.

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WHO, partners unveil massive COVID-19 vaccine, treatment effort

The World Health Organization (WHO)—backed by several world leaders and global health groups—today launched an initiative to fast-track the development and scale-up of COVID-19 vaccines and drugs and make them available to nations who need them the most.

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Lindsay Lohan dreams of the day she'll be invited to film Mean Girls sequel

Lindsay Lohan says she's dreaming of the day that she gets invited to star in a Mean Girls sequel.

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Firefighter who survived COVID-19 brings insight to med students

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – An Orlando instructor says demand for medical personnel is high right now and his experience on the job has put things into perspective for his students.

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Morgan Freeman Shares Message Of Hope Amid COVID-19 Pandemic: ‘Social Distancing Is Not Stopping Us From Coming Together’

Even in a pandemic, Morgan Freeman’s voice remains a beacon of hope.

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New and emerging COVID-19 outbreaks in Hamilton include St. Joseph’s Healthcare, Barton St. Jail

Hamilton’s medical officer of health says COVID-19 has appeared in several new institutional settings in Hamilton.

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Reservations to Saskatchewan’s provincial park campsites to begin May 4

Saskatchewan residents and visitors will be able to reserve a spot at a provincial park campsite as of May 4 while camping becomes available on June 1.

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3 workers at Ferrero Rocher plant in Brantford, Ont. test positive for coronavirus

The company that makes Nutella, Tic Tacs and Ferrero Rocher chocolates for North America has shut down two departments at its plant in Brantford Ont., after three employees tested positive for the new coronavirus.

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Coronavirus outbreak: Saskatchewan premier announces additional restrictions for northern communities amid COVID-19 spread

On Friday, Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announced additional restrictions to keep northern communities safe amid the COVID-19 pandemic, as the virus has spread in that part of the province. Following consultation with northern leaders, Moe said the province’s chief medical officer of health Dr.

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Coronavirus: Municipalities ask feds for $10B to maintain vital services

The voice of Canadian municipalities says communities across the country are facing a financial crisis due to COVID-19 that puts people at further risk.

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Edmonton Triathlon done for 2020 with more losses expected for summer sports schedule

Edmonton’s annual World Triathlon event has been cancelled for 2020, as teams and event organizers around the city are bracing for a bleak summer because of the novel coronavirus pandemic.

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COVID-19 Roundup: Otonabee Conservation postpones camping season, what classifies as a dental emergency?

The Ontario Dental Association wants to remind people what a falls under the “dental emergency” category. City of Peterborough declares Rotary Super Spring Clean-Up Week.

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Coronavirus outbreak: Saskatchewan reports 10 new cases of COVID-19, biggest jump in 2 weeks

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe said on Friday that the province has reported 10 new cases of COVID-19, which is the biggest jump in cases in two weeks. This brings the overall total number of cases in the province to 341.

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How to Watch Post Malone's Nirvana Tribute Livestream

Post Malone has Kurt Cobain's face tattooed on his finger, Nirvana's "Stay Away" song title tattooed above his eyebrow, and a Courtney Love stamp of approval for his tribute livestream concert set for Friday night (April 24).

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Funding of charitable organisations hit hard by Covid-1

The charity, community and voluntary sector could be facing a shortfall of funding of up to half a billion euro due to Covid-19.

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Small business owners who used small banks say PPP money is hitting their accounts

ORLANDO, Fla. – Central Florida small business owners who chose small banks say they are seeing the prized Paycheck Protection Program money hitting their bank accounts this week.

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Liverpool put Georginio Wijnaldum and Sadio Mane contract talks on hold amid COVID-19

Liverpool have put contract talks with Georginio Wijnaldum and Sadio Mane “on hold” during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Hugh Jackman Jokes That Quarantining With Ryan Reynolds Must Be 'Brutal' for Blake Lively

Hugh Jackman is taking a jab at Ryan Reynolds just a few days after they called a “truce” in support of a COVID-19 relief efforts.

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Maluma Significantly Ages In ‘ADMV’ Music Video

Maluma has a touching new ballad with an equally emotional music video where he transforms into an elderly man.

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Fecal matter in New Castle County suggest higher number of COVID-19 cases than recorded

New Castle County in Delaware studies sewers to finding testing possibilities for testing for COVID-19. FOX 29's Marcus Espinoza reports.

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Wayfair Sale: Save Big, Give Back on Furniture and Home Decor

Spruce up your home for a good cause at the Wayfair Save Big, Give Back sale.

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Bucks County woman asks for prayers for husband with COVID-19 on ventilator

Bucks County woman asks for prayers for her husband while he is on a ventilator suffering for COVID-19. FOX 29's Joann Pileggi reports.

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Coronavirus: Financial relief package announced for taxpayers in Penticton, B.C.

The City of Penticton says it has come up with a package of financial relief options for residents and business owners impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

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3rd resident of Kensington seniors’ facility in Edmonton dies of COVID-19

A third resident at a north Edmonton seniors’ care facility, which has been dealing with an outbreak of COVID-19, has died of the disease.

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Coronavirus outbreak: Mixed reactions to businesses opening as Georgia scales back COVID-19 measures

Some Georgia businesses reopened on Friday, with hair salons, tattoo parlours and others welcoming their first customers since the state first put stay-at-home orders in place as part of scaling back COVID-19 measures.

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Innisfil mayor, council, CAO donate portion of salary to support those affected by coronavirus

Innisfil, Ont.’s mayor, council and chief administrative officer are donating 10 per cent of their monthly salaries to a new fund that will provide monthly micro-grants to people and groups who have been negatively affected by the novel coronavirus pandemic.

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Non-critical travel to northern Saskatchewan restricted due to coronavirus outbreak

The province’s chief medical health officer is restricting all non-critical travel into northern Saskatchewan due to a coronavirus outbreak.

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David Ayres, Zamboni driver and emergency goalie, launches fund for kidney patients

Two months after he rocketed to fame as an emergency backup goaltender for the Carolina Hurricanes, David Ayres is turning that fame toward a good cause.

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Positive COVID-19 test for Providence Manor resident determined to be a false positive

The COVID-19 test for a resident of Providence Manor who launched outbreak protocols at the long-term care facility was determined to be a false positive on Friday, according to Providence Care.

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Little and Large's Syd Little sobs as he lays Eddie Large to rest at tiny funeral

Syd Little was seen being comforted as he said his final goodbyes to best friend and comedy partner Eddie Large at his intimate funeral. The 77-year-old left the safety of lockdown to honour Eddie, real name Eddie McGinnis, at his funeral, which had to be small due to rules put in place amid the coronavirus pandemic. Eddie tragically lost his life to Covid-19 earlier this month after suffering heart failure while battling the disease. He died alone in hospital without any of his loved ones around him due to the strict government guidelines surrounding coronavirus.

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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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