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26.03.2020 / 19:03

Anitta Shares Quarantine Playlist That She Says 'Gets Me Through the Day'

Anitta is turning to music to get her through quarantine and listening to artists like Justin Bieber, John Mayer and Lorde."I curated this playlist to get me through the day," the Brazilian singer-songwriter tells Billboard."The beginning is music to get you moving, to wake you up. Then it transitions into more chill type which includes some new stuff that I am into and some old songs that I grew up listening to as well," she adds."The list is representative of sounds from different countries and genres: Brazilian, French, Anglo and Latin," she continues.

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At a glance: Latest global developments

While the US Senate was approving the nation's largest-ever rescue package, across in Russia a decision was made to ground all international flights from tomorrow.

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NHS workers to receive applause from Ayrshire's front doors and windows during Clap for our Carers event

People across Ayrshire are being urged to show their love for those working hard to keep the NHS and care services going.

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EU leaders battle coronavirus on health, economic fronts

BRUSSELS – European Union leaders are convening Thursday for their third summit in three weeks as they battle to contain the spread of the coronavirus and its devastating health impact while managing the havoc the disease is wreaking on their 27 economies.

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Barcelona eye Tanguy Ndombele transfer amid ‘tense relationship’ with Jose Mourinho

Barcelona are ready to rescue Tanguy Ndombele from Tottenham, it’s claimed.

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Daily bread? In France, fighting virus 1 baguette at a time

LE VESINET – In France, the fight against COVID-19 is being waged one baguette at a time.

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Covid-19: EU leaders discuss emergency assistance for member states

European Union leaders will hold a virtual summit this afternoon on the coronavirus emergency, with the agenda being dominated by questions of how to restore the EU to eventual economic normality, and how to mobilise huge levels of financial support to help the most vulnerable member states tackle the crisis.

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Family's update on recovery of boy, 6, who was thrown 100ft off Tate Modern roof

The six-year-old boy seriously injured after being thrown from the 10th floor of London's Tate Modern is now managing to sit up, his family have said.

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US among worst hit globally as coronavirus deaths top 1,000

More than 1,000 people in the U.S. have died from the novel coronavirus, according to data compiled by Johns Hopkins University, making it one of the worst-affected countries in the global pandemic.

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Man Utd 'on red alert' as Barcelona name transfer price for Antoine Griezmann

Manchester United are primed to swoop for Antoine Griezmann this summer with Barcelona ready to accept £90million for the French forward.

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Malaria drugs promise for coronavirus spurs hope, shortages

FOX 29's Jennifer Joyce reports.

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Meghan King Edmonds Reveals How She & Jim Edmonds Are Handling Child Custody Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

Meghan King Edmonds is keeping her children a safe social distance away from her ex-husband amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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Colin Hanks Wears Face Mask and Gloves During Errands Run During Dad Tom Hanks' Coronavirus Recovery

Colin Hanks is taking every precaution he can against the coronavirus while out in public. The 42-year-old actor was spotted wearing a white face mask and green latex gloves while taking his French bulldog, Earl Boykins, to a veterinarian in Los Angeles on Wednesday. Colin is the eldest son of Tom Hanks, who, along with wife Rita Wilson, were the first big names to go public with the fact that they had been diagnosed with coronavirus. He has not been in close contact with either recently, as they have been in Australia as of late.

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With church bells and candles, France honors virus victims

PARIS – From famed Gothic cathedrals to modest village churches, places of worship around France rang their bells in collective prayer Wednesday for people who have died and those who are helping keep the sick alive during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Opinion | Changing the script

The Chinese government and its private sector, both have reached out to nations as diverse as France, Spain, Italy, Belgium, Iran, Iraq, the Philippines, and even the US

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PSG owner wants players to take pay cut as Lionel Messi makes mega coronavirus donation

PSG supremo Nasser Al-Khelaifi would reportedly be keen for his stars to take a temporary pay cut.

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Chef Floyd Cardoz dies at 59 of coronavirus complications

NEW YORK – Chef Floyd Cardoz, who competed on “Top Chef,” won “Top Chef Masters” and operated successful restaurants in both India and New York, died Wednesday of complications from the coronavirus, his company said in a statement. He was 59.

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Blame it on the virus, it’s the largest lockdown in history

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Cannes Film Festival repurposes grounds to shelter homeless people during coronavirus lockdown

Between 50 and 70 people have been sleeping in the Palais des Festivals every night

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Call for EU to issue 'coronabonds' for member states

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has added his voice to a call for the EU to issue so-called "coronabonds" to help member states fight the economic fallout from the pandemic.

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) in France

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Before Pandemic, Outbreaks Least of Worries in Western Europe

Before the outbreak of COVID-19, few residents of Western Europe likely ever expected to find themselves at the epicenter of a pandemic. In fact, just a few years ago, their concern about an outbreak of contagious disease took a relative back seat to all other issues Gallup asked them about. In all of the up to 14 countries surveyed in Western Europe in 2016, people at the time saw issues such as violence, terrorism and immigration as much more serious problems for their countries than an outbreak.

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Trust in Government Lacking on COVID-19's Frontlines

People's trust in the medical advice and information they get from their government will be crucial in the coming days and weeks as the countries on the frontlines of COVID-19 outbreaks in Western Europe and the U.S. step up their mitigation strategies.

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Coronavirus: 45 new cases in UAE - one man infects 17

Yesterday, it was announced that an additional 45 cases of COVID-19 coronavirus were reported in the UAE.

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Payment of crèche fees welcomed by childcare groups

The Director of Policy and Advocacy with Early Childhood Ireland has described the decision by the Department of Children and Youth Affairs to pay the fees of crèche workers as a win for parents.

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Coronavirus: French doctor poses naked to highlight lack of protective equipment

A French doctor has posed naked to highlight the lack of protective equipment he claims healthcare workers have been provided with by the government.

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Explained: Why are malaria pills being used against coronavirus?

Older malaria drugs are being studied, and in some cases used, to treat or try to prevent infection with the new coronavirus, even though there is no firm evidence to show they are effective.

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Real Madrid 'ready to step up' Kylian Mbappe transfer push amid Liverpool interest

Real Madrid are reportedly preparing a massive offer to try to bring PSG star Kylian Mbappe to the Bernabeu when the transfer window eventually re-opens.

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Man Utd 'confident' of completing Jadon Sancho transfer despite coronavirus uncertainty

Manchester United remain "confident" that they can lure Jadon Sancho to Old Trafford this summer - despite the coronavirus pandemic halting negotiations with the Borussia Dortmund star.

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Virus causes surge in WW II references, but is it merited?

LONDON – In the first week of June 2019, World War II was on many people's minds.

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Paul Pogba and Mino Raiola at loggerheads over Man Utd transfer future

Paul Pogba and Mino Raiola have very different ideas over where they want him to play next season.

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Coronavirus: Donald Trump wants US 'back to normal by Easter' despite warnings

Donald Trump wants the spread of coronavirus stopped and the US back to normal by Easter - arguing thousands die every year from the flu and the economy doesn't get shut down.

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Brie And Nikki Bella Share How They’re Staying Calm While Being Pregnant Amid Coronavirus

Brie and Nikki Bella are making the most of their time while quarantined!

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Brie and Nikki Bella Share How They're Staying Calm While Being Pregnant Amid Coronavirus (Exclusive)

Brie and Nikki Bella are making the most of their time while quarantined!

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At a glace: Latest global developments

The United States could become the global epicentre of the coronavirus pandemic, the World Health Organization said on Tuesday, as India announced a full 24-hour, nationwide lockdown in the world's second-most populous country.

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Brie and Nikki Bella Share How They're Staying Calm While Being Pregnant Amid Coronavirus (Exclusive)

Brie and Nikki Bella are making the most of their time while quarantined!

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Amanda Holden's daughter captures hilarious video of her wearing goggles while 'attempting to cook'

Amanda Holden's daughter has taken a very funny video of her mum wearing protective goggles while peeling onions.The eight year old snuck up on her mum while she was attempting to make French onion soup for the family. In the clip, Amanda can be seen wearing navy shorts with a black jumper which has white polka dots printed on it.

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Manu Dibango Dead - Jazz Star Dies From Coronavirus at 86

Manu Dibango has sadly passed away at the age of 86.

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Joel Dommett lets slip Great British Bake Off spoiler

Oh no, another Great British Bake Off spoiler!

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Albert Uderzo, French Illustrator and Writer of 'Asterix,' Dies at 92

Albert Uderzo, the French comic book artist and scriptwriter best known for his work on Astérix, has died. He was 92.

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High hopes Irish Lincolnshire favourite Patrick Sarsfield is better than a handicapper

Connections of Irish Lincolnshire favourite Patrick Sarsfield hope he can win at the weekend before going on to better things.

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African Jazz Great Manu Dibango Dies in France at 86 of Coronavirus

Manu Dibango, who fused African rhythms with funk to become one of the most influential musicians in world dance music, died Tuesday (March 24) with the coronavirus, according to his music publisher. He was 86.

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Asterix' second "father" Uderzo dies at 92

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'Asterix' co-creator Albert Uderzo dead at 92

Albert Uderzo, the co-creator of the Asterix comic books, has died at the age of 92.

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Afro-Jazz Star Manu Dibango Dead at 86

Manu Dibango, the afro-jazz great behind hits including “Soul Makossa,” died Tuesday morning (March 24) from COVID-19, the BBC and AFP report. He was 86. “A voice raises from far away,” a statement on his Facebook page began. “It is with deep sadness that we announce you the loss of Manu Dibango, our Papy Groove.” There will be a private funeral service before a tribute is held “when possible,” according to the statement.

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Legendary saxophonist Manu Dibango dies from coronavirus

He was best known for 1972's 'Soul Makossa.'

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Albert Uderzo, a creator of French hero Asterix, dies at 92

PARIS – Albert Uderzo, one of the two creators of the beloved comic book character Asterix, who captured the spirit of the Gauls of yore and grew a reputation worldwide, died on Tuesday. He was 92.

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Loss of smell could reveal hidden virus cases: experts

From a mother unable to smell her baby's nappy to a politician who suddenly could not taste food, some coronavirus patients have described a loss of olfactory senses, which experts say might be a new way to detect the virus.

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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