Wuhan is set to complete the testing of its entire population of 11 million as China pours massive resources into avoiding a resurgence of Covid-19 infections.

Hitting the goal at a time when the U.S. and other countries are struggling to implement adequate testing has required mobilizing thousands in the city where the pathogen was first identified.

All residents and those listed in the identity documents of locals have been contacted for an assessment and local authorities have reported just one new case since the two-week program kicked off on May 13.

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More than 7 million infected with COVID-19 and over 400,000 dead worldwide, according to Johns Hopkins

Floyd, an unarmed black man, died on May 25 after Derek Chauvin, a Minneapolis police officer, knelt on his neck for an extended period of time.RELATED: CoronavirusNOW.com, FOX launches national hub for COVID-19 news and updatesNumerous figures and organizations indicated their support of Black Lives Matter and the protests. Health officials, including Centers for Disease Control and Prevention director Robert Redfield, have expressed concern that protests will contribute to a spike in coronavirus cases.The COVID-19 milestones also come at a time when cities and states are starting to reopen their economies.

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COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns prevented over 500 million coronavirus infections, according to researchers

LOS ANGELES - Two recent studies indicate that lockdowns enacted in response to the COVID-19 pandemic helped to significantly reduce the spread of the novel coronavirus. According to a recent study published in Nature, a scientific journal, lockdown orders implemented nationwide in response to the COVID-19 pandemic prevented approximately 60 million people from contracting the virus.A separate study conducted by epidemiologists at Imperial College London says that pandemic shutdowns in 11 European countries averted roughly 3.1 million deaths from the coronavirus.RELATED: CoronavirusNOW.com, FOX launches national hub for COVID-19 news and updatesThese shutdowns, which involved closing various businesses and implementing social distance

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Protesters come together in show of diversity, unity in response to death of George Floyd

PHILADELPHIA - In the wake of protests, diversity and unity has been seen on all fronts in Philadelphia and cross the state. “I think this is different. These protests are truly interracial, they’re inter-generational and what I saw at the two rallies that I went to is that it was disproportionately young people,” said Charles Gallagher, Professor of Race Relations at La Salle University. Marches this weekend have made it clear that there are noticeable differences in these protests.

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Petrol, diesel price hiked for 3rd day today. Latest rates here

NEW DELHI : With Brent crude oil futures remaining above $40 a barrel mark and fuel demand picking up in India, oil marketing companies today increased the price of petrol and diesel for the third consecutive day. Amid the spread of coronavirus, retailers had stopped the daily practice of reviewing rates based on market conditions for more than 80 days since March 16.Petrol price was hiked by 54 paise a litre today while diesel is costlier by 58 paise a litre.

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₹2,000 per 10 gram from last month's highs

₹46,072 per 10 gram, following a ₹400 rally in the previous session. Silver futures on MCX declined 0.12% to ₹48,127 per kg after surging about ₹900 in the previous session.

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'No Time To Die? He's got no time for anything now': James Bond fans divided over news 007 will have a daughter as they speculate he'll 'swap killing and womanising for CBeebies'

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Interim Guidance for Syringe Services Programs

1 During this time, it is critical that SSPs have the capacity to ensure the safety of staff, volunteers, and clients. This guidance describes actions for jurisdictional public health authorities, as well as SSPs, to support the health and well-being of their staff and the clientele they serve.

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Falwell apologizes for tweet that included racist photo

RICHMOND, Va. – RICHMOND, Va.Liberty University President Jerry Falwell Jr. apologized Monday for a tweet that included a racist photo that appeared on Gov.

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Stocks to Watch: SBI, Titan, L&T, PVR, Hero MotoCorp, NBFCs, Affle India

NEW DELHI : Here’s a list of top stocks that may be in news on Tuesday:SBI: The country's largest lender State Bank of India (SBI) on Monday announced it will reduce marginal cost of fund-based lending rate (MCLR) by 25 basis points across all tenors from Wednesday. The one-year MCLR has been revised to 7% from 7.25%, the bank said in a release.

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Tragedy as boy, 11, killed by lightning strike while playing in rain with mates

hit by a lightning bolt as he was playing, witnesses told local media the youngster was left motionless on the ground. Local residents heard the crash of the lightning and rushed to the scene, with the youngster being taken to hospital but pronounced dead on arrival.Witnesses said it was not common for electrical storms to occur in the area.

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Meghan Markle 'besotted' during Archie story time, body language expert says

Meghan Markle looked "besotted" during the footage of her reading a children's book to son Archie, a body language expert has said. Body language guru Judi James said the Duchess of Sussex appeared more relieved after she stepped down from royal duties at the end of March.

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Sick tourist lands at Heathrow unaware of quarantine rules before getting the Tube

A sick passenger claimed he was completely unaware of the UK's new 14-day quarantining regulations after landing at Heathrow Aiport - and planned to take the Tube to central London.

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Gogglebox's Di honoured with an Order of Australia Medal

A post shared by #GoggleboxAU (@goggleboxau) on This is a joyous occasion for the Indigenous art dealer, who has had some down time of late. As previously reported on LifeStyle, Di and her husband Mick were stepping away from filming the popular show, in a bid to self-isolate amid the Coronavirus outbreak.

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The meat industry and unions are to be called to address the Oireacthas Covid Response Committee

The meat industry and unions are to be called to address the Oireacthas Covid Response Committee about the large number of cases of the virus in the meat sector.

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Couple told they were infertile flabbergasted after having identical triplets

A couple who were set to go ahead with IVF have become proud parents of three identical triplets.

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ARMY, K-pop Fans Become an Unexpected Ally to American Protesters

BTS said it opposes racial discrimination and violence and announced a $1 million donation to Black Lives Matter. Fans quickly followed suit with the hashtag #MatchAMillion on Twitter, matching the donation after 24 hours according to “One “One In An ARMY,” a global fundraising team made up of BTS fans.Even so, political activism isn’t exactly associated with K-pop fans.

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Police: At least 4 people shot in Chester

SKYFOX flew over the scene Monday night. CHESTER, Pa - Police are investigating after at least four people were shot in Chester. It happened on the 700 block of Pennell Street around 9 p.m.

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B.C. considers ‘transition measures’ for landlords, renters as rental supplement is set to expire

BC Temporary Rental Supplement is set to expire at the end of the month.Housing Minister Selina Robinson says the province is encouraging landlords and tenants to continue to work together to maintain payments whenever possible.In March, the province announced a rental supplement of up to $500 per month for eligible renters who lost wages due to the COVID-19 crisis. At the same time, the government announced a moratorium on evictions.

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News Releases from Department of Health | Hawaii COVID-19 Daily News Digest June 8, 2020

Department of Health:Twelve New Cases Reported Since FridaySince the report on Friday, June 5 at noon, there have been an additional twelve (12) cases of coronavirus reported in Hawai‘i. Today, DOH reports one (1) new case of an O‘ahu adult resident. Hawai‘i COVID-19 Counts as of 12:00 noon, June 8, 2020Island of DiagnosisNew CasesReported since2/28/2020(including new cases)Total Released from Isolation*O‘ahu1442404Hawai‘i08181Maui0118111Kaua‘i02120Moloka‘i022Lana‘i000Residents Diagnosed outside HI012 Unknown00 Total1676 Total released from isolation 618Deaths017 * Includes cases that meet isolation release criteria.

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A look back, and follow-up, on coronavirus good-deed tales

making giant cinnamon rolls in March, initially to amuse herself and later, as they took off online, to raise money for the Oregon Food Bank. By now the Portland, Oregon resident has rustled up more than $50,000 in donations and sent out over 100 rolls, most of them to health care and other essential workers.

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Once the Epicenter of the U.S. Coronavirus Outbreak, New York City Gradually Begins Reopening

Scarred by the deadliest coronavirus outbreak in the nation, New York City gradually began reopening Monday in a turning point in the three-month-long crisis and an important test of the city's discipline. With the virus in check — at least for now — stores previously deemed nonessential were cleared to reopen for delivery and curbside pickup, though customers cannot yet browse inside.

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Deputy Chief Medical Officer interview on Channel 7 Sunrise on 9 June 2020

NATALIE BARR:There are fears that weekend protests around the country may spark a second wave of coronavirus cases. Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Dr Nick Coatsworth joins me now from Canberra this morning.

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Secondary schools may not be able to fully open even in September, Matt Hancock admits

Health Secretary Matt Hancock conceded that secondary schools in England may not fully reopen until later than September despite saying coronavirus is "in retreat" across the UK.

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Pediatricians call on Quebec government to ease coronavirus measures affecting children

A group of pediatricians is calling on the Quebec government to lift a list of COVID-19 restrictions that they claim shouldn’t apply to children. In a letter to Premier Francois Legault, the physicians argue that a number measures, including two-metre social distancing, are impossible to enforce and even compromise children’s health.“Kids should be allowed to be kids.

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Coronavirus could have hit China last summer, internet search spike shows

coronavirus symptoms in China shows the deadly bug could have hit as early as last summer. Satellite data shows a spike in internet searches coupled with a surge in road traffic outside Wuhan hospitals at the end of last summer, which suggests people at the time could have contracted Covid-19.

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Coronavirus: ‘One window’ art gallery comes to Saskatoon neighbourhood amid pandemic

COVID-19 pandemic there isn’t much to do.One artist in Saskatoon found a way to make his neighbours’ walks a bit more colourful.In the Lakeridge neighbourhood, artist Paul Constable is bringing his art to his neighbours with his “one window gallery”. A number of his shows were cancelled because of the virus, and it felt like a waste not putting his art up somewhere.

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Where to Buy Hand Sanitizer Online Right Now -- Herbivore, Eczema Honey, Soapbox and More

coronavirus pandemic continues to unfold, and as states begin to reopen across the country, sales of alcohol-based cleansers have skyrocketed because our «new normal» involves disinfecting our hands way more than usual.According to the World Health Organization, regular and thorough hand washing with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub can kill viruses that may be on your hands (not to mention grime, germs and bacteria you've picked up while running essential errands). Just like with a face mask, when you reduce your chances of being infected, you also reduce your chances of spreading COVID-19 to people around you.And because the more you know, the WHO has a few tips for using and storing your own hand sanitizer properly.

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Gemma Collins flaunts slimmer frame while fans beg star for weight loss tips

The Only Way Is Essex Gemma Collins has once again flaunted her slimmed-down figure as she continues to parade her weight loss during lockdown. Gemma's slimmer frame has left fans of the reality star begging her to reveal how she is shedding the pounds.

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‘If we can do it, so can you’: Nashville teens lead 10,000 in peaceful protest

Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and Daniel Hambrick, they never imagined it would turn into a massive and historic event.Jade Fuller, Emma Rose Smith, Kennedy Green, Nya Collins, Mikayla Smith and Zee Thomas had never met until they each decided something needed to be done in light of the current events impacting the nation.(Left to right) Jade Fuller, Emma Rose Smith, Kennedy Green, Nya Collins, Mikayla Smith and Zee Thomas.Thomas was the first person who came up with the idea that something needed to be done in their community, according to the girls. She posted a protest flyer on Twitter and the other five came across it and wanted to get involved.

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Canada reports 35 new coronavirus deaths as cases top 96,000

novel coronavirus, including 35 new deaths.Monday’s daily case count brings Canada’s total number of COVID-19 infections to 96,228. The country’s death toll from the virus now also sits at a total of 7,835.The newly-reported cases, which were tallied from numbers released by federal and provincial health authorities on Monday, continues to follow a trend of declining daily numbers that have been reported over the last week.

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Most Canadian Premier League teams resume training after COVID-19 delays start to season

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]With 2019 MVP and Golden Boot winner Tristan Borges gone to Belgian club Oud-Heverlee Leuven, Forge is hoping Sabak can help fill the void.

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Mobile COVID-19 testing lab to visit 2 cities in Seminole County

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – A Statlab mobile coronavirus testing lab will be in two cities in Seminole County this week.The mobile lab is sent to hot spots in the state and officials can administer 500 COVID-19 tests a day.The Florida Department of Emergency Management said they have administered thousands of tests in 24 cities across the state.The sites for the mobile testing will be at Sanford Middle School from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Hannah Ferrier Is Expecting Her First Child: "I'm Very Excited"

Hannah Ferrier will soon have a new addition to her crew. The Below Deck Mediterranean chief stew is expecting her first child, she tells The Daily Dish exclusively.

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Daniel Radcliffe And More Celebs Put J.K. Rowling On Blast After Tweet About Trans People

J.K. Rowling is being hit with backlash after she issued some tweets that are being decried as transphobic.

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U Sports cancellation gives CFL commissioner more to consider

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]“We will continue to discuss the path forward with our colleagues and fellow football leaders at U Sports. And we want to assure those who aspire to a playing career in the CFL that we will continue to consider all options for evaluating great young Canadian players and inviting them into our league.”The CFL has called upon the Canadian government for financial assistance.

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Coronavirus: BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund adjusts fundraising strategies for Burn Camp

BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund has supported more than 1,000 burn survivors like Downey with a one week camp near Squamish every July for the past 26 years. Campers get to have fun while being supported by counsellors and medical professionals for free.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]“Everyone at Burn Camp just really cares about not just helping you through your burn injury recovery but seeing you succeed in the rest of your life,” said Downey.But this year the camp and several fundraising events that support it have been cancelled due to the pandemic.

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Juicy J drops protest-fuelled track, ‘Hella Fuckin’ Trauma’

Trey Songz, Meek Mills, U2, Elvis Costello and FEVER 333 are among several releasing music, with many other musicians taking to social media to declare support and share their opinions on the current situation, with many also taking part in protests and rallies around the globe.Juicy J released his full-length album ‘Rubba Band Business’ in 2017, releasing a follow-up mixtape, ‘Shutdafukup’, in 2018. Last year Juicy J united with fellow Three 6 Mafia member DJ Paul for a series of live shows under the moniker.

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Coral and Ladbrokes install 'sneeze screens' as betting shops reopen next week

Bookmaker chains Coral and Ladbrokes are installing ‘sneeze screens’ in shops as part of plans to reopen from next Monday.

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Millennials suffer more than the elderly from lockdown loneliness

Teenagers and young adults are most vulnerable to lockdown loneliness, data reveals.

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Premier, business community confident Saskatchewan economy will bounce back from coronavirus

Saskatchewan’s premier said he’s “bullish” about the province’s ability for a strong economy as more businesses reopen.Monday marks the start of Phase 3, which will see almost all closed businesses allowed to open their doors after restrictions were put in place because of the coronavirus pandemic.The only businesses which aren’t allowed to open are casinos, bingo halls and theatres. On June 5, Statistics Canada’s labour report showed many employees going back to work have seen their hours reduced.The premier believes that will be temporary.“It’s our hope that those hours will be resumed and resumed very quickly.

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Almost none of Alberta’s COVID-19 asymptomatic tests came back positive

There are 106 active cases of COVID-19 in Edmonton Zone and several are linked to two private family gatherings. Julia Wong has more on that, plus an outbreak at a Lilydale plant in Edmonton and a look at the surprisingly low number of cases that were identified after thousands of asymptomatic Albertans were tested.

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Man Utd 'sounded out' over cut-price James Rodriguez transfer from Real Madrid

Manchester United have reportedly been sounded out about a cut-price deal for James Rodriguez as Real Madrid bid to bring in cash for a summer transfer kitty.

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Coronavirus lockdowns 'saved 470,000 Brits and over three million lives across Europe'

More than three million deaths may have been prevented by coronavirus lockdowns across Europe, research suggests.

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The MTV Movie & TV Awards 2020 Have Been Postponed Indefinitely

It looks like the 2020 MTV Movie & TV Awards won’t be happening at all this year.

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Schools could stay shut beyond September, Health Secretary Matt Hancock hints

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Coronavirus: Saskatchewan premier encourages innovative ways to celebrate graduations

graduations.Scott Moe made the comment during the government’s update on the COVID-19 situation in the province on Monday.

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California woman sues Safeway operator for toilet paper price gouging

is suing Safeway's parent company in a California district court alleging price gouging on items including toilet paper in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic.Eleisha Redmond's suit, dated June 3, is a proposed class action against Albertson's, an Idaho-based company that operates supermarkets including Safeway, Randalls and Vons.RELATED: CoronavirusNOW.com, FOX launches national hub for COVID-19 news and updates"[O]n or about April 13, 2020, Plaintiff paid $18.99 for Angel Soft toilet paper normally priced at $10-11 at that same Safeway location," the suit reads. "Plaintiff brings this action to hold Defendant liable for its unlawful price increases during the COVID-19 pandemic."FOX Business' inquiry to Albertson's was not returned at

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WHO: Spread of COVID-19 from asymptomatic individuals is ‘rare’

LOS ANGELES - The World Health Organization (WHO) said it believes the spread of the novel coronavirus from people who are asymptomatic is “rare.” Previous research indicated that individuals who have contracted COVID-19 but exhibited none of the common symptoms were rapidly contributing to the high surge of COVID-19 infections.

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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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