Another round of COVID-19 restrictions are taking effect in Alberta, where more businesses are being forced to close to tackle the soaring number of infections.

As Heather Yourex-West explains, the province will likely see an increase in deaths and hospitalizations into the new year.

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Weather Authority: Heavy rain, gusty winds starting Christmas Eve ahead of cold Christmas Day

PHILADELPHIA - Santa Claus should be prepared for some choppy flying conditions as he makes his yearly trip to the Delaware Valley tonight. A cluster of downpours with strong wind gusts are expected to impact our area overnight into Christmas morning.DOWNLOAD THE FOX 29 WEATHER AUTHORITY APPRainfall will begin north and west of the city around 4 p.m.

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California’s ‘high risk’ inmates among first to get COVID-19 vaccinations

California inmates with special needs were among the first to get vaccinations against COVID-19 in the Golden State this week, according to a Tuesday report. Sixty-five inmates and employees of California Health Care Facility in Stockton, volunteered to receive the vaccine Tuesday, said Steve Crouch, director of public employees for the International Union of Operating Engineers, which represents maintenance and systems employees.

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New data suggests Canada should not reserve COVID-19 vaccine doses

Both the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines require two shots, so some provinces are setting aside doses to ensure the first recipients get their second shot.

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Ontario’s lockdown timeline sparks criticism and concern

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is being criticized for starting the province’s lockdown on Boxing Day. As Mike Drolet explains, COVID-19 is already overwhelming hospitals, so health officials say this is no time to wait.

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85 million Americans expected to travel over holidays, defying warnings

Tens of millions of Americans are expected to travel over the holidays, despite repeated warnings from health officials that such behavior will further spread COVID-19. Jennifer Johnson looks at the rising fears Christmas will be a superspreader event.

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Gruden optimistic Carr can start for Raiders

Quarterback Derek Carr was a full participant in practice for a second straight day and is on target to play Saturday after leaving last week’s game with a groin injury.Carr was given no injury status for the game against Miami on Saturday night, a sign he should be good to go against the Dolphins.“I’m not going to say anything other than I’m optimistic, but I’m not a mind reader,” coach Jon Gruden said Thursday. “I just know he had an injury that caused him to miss the game last week and I’m respectful of that.

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Florida won’t release COVID-19 data on Christmas

ORLANDO, Fla. – Scientists at the Florida Department of Health will be taking a break from releasing COVID-19 on Christmas Day.Residents who rely on the daily report and dashboard for the latest numbers of infections, hospitalizations and deaths can expect to see new data released on Saturday.[TRENDING: When to expect storms on Christmas Eve | Residents over 65 will be next to get COVID-19 vaccine | Coldest Christmas in 25 years coming to Central Florida]Those numbers this weekend will undoubtedly be higher since they will reflect two days’ worth of data.Friday will mark the second time since the pandemic hit Florida in March that the FDOH has opted not to release the latest numbers.

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Trump golfs in Florida as COVID relief hangs in the balance

WEST PALM BEACH – After tossing a grenade that threatens to blow up a massive COVID relief and government funding bill and force a government shutdown in the midst of a pandemic, President Donald Trump spent his Christmas Eve golfing in Florida.Failure to agree on the bill could deny checks to millions of Americans on the brink.Trump had no events on his public schedule on the first day of his winter vacation Thursday, but traveled to his Palm Beach golf club, where he was spotted by CNN cameras on the links. Reporters were given no details of his schedule for the day, but told that, “As the Holiday season approaches, President Trump will continue to work tirelessly for the American People.

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Vaccines, schools, and shopping malls: COVID-19 Q&A with Bonnie Henry and Adrian Dix

COVID-19 transmission during the holidays.Global News held a Facebook Live interview with provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry and Health Minister Adrian Dix on Monday (Dec.

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B.C. reports 582 new cases of COVID-19, 12 deaths on Christmas Eve

COVID-19 and 12 additional deaths.It brings the province’s death toll to 808 since the start of the pandemic.In a written statement, health officials said 107 of the new cases were in the Vancouver Coastal Health region and 326 were in the Fraser Health region.Ten were in the Island Health region, 71 in the Interior Health region and 68 in the Northern Health region.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]The first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine has now been administered to 8,178 people. B.C.

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Mink on second B.C. farm test positive for COVID-19

COVID-19 taken at the first B.C. farm to have an outbreak of the virus.At least 17 workers and their contacts and five mink at the farm, which has not been publicly identified, have tested positive for the virus.

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A long-term care home off the western tip of Montreal grapples with a COVID-19 outbreak

As of Dec. 23rd, 68 per cent of residents were COVID-19 positive, making this one of the most infected LTC facilities in the province. Global’s Olivia O’Malley has the details.

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Premier Jason Kenney confident 2021 will bring an economic rebound

For thousands of families, the Christmas season brings with it economic uncertainty. The COVID-19 pandemic has affected Alberta’s economy in a way not seen in decades.

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Unusual Christmas Eve when it comes to last-minute shopping

Despite warnings for people to stay home due to COVID-19, line-ups were long at many Toronto stores. Catherine McDonald reports.

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AAA projects 84 million Americans to travel between Christmas and New Year’s

ORLANDO, Fla. – AAA projects that up to 84 million Americans will travel between Christmas and the New Year.

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'We have a big problem': Experts fear the holidays will fuel the US COVID-19 crisis

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Hard-hit California eclipsed 2 million coronavirus cases on Christmas Eve as the U.S. headed into a holiday season of travel and family gatherings that threaten to fuel the deadly crisis across the nation.Despite warnings from public health experts to stay home, over 1.19 million travelers passed through U.S.

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Person who went to work sick likely caused Oregon COVID-19 outbreaks that killed 7, officials say

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore. - A person who went to work sick likely caused two separate COVID-19 outbreaks in Oregon, resulting in seven deaths and forcing more than 300 people into quarantine, officials said.Douglas County officials said last week that a person knowingly went to work while they were sick and later tested positive for the virus. Two recent outbreaks in the county were traced back to that individual."One of those outbreaks has resulted in seven deaths, and the other recent outbreak has placed over 300 people/families in quarantine," a Dec.

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COVID-19: Muslim youth group in Calgary getting supplies to isolated people

COVID-19 pandemic, the 21-year-old Mount Royal University student is counting his blessing and helping others.“It’s made me realize a lot of things in terms of just being grateful for what I have. Just the fact I have a roof over my head and I can eat whenever I want.

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Kaitlyn Bristowe and boyfriend Jason Tartick both have COVID-19: 'We thought we were being safe'

She won the Mirror Ball trophy during season 29 of Dancing With The Stars.And on Thursday, Kaitlyn Bristowe announced that she and her boyfriend Jason Tartick have been diagnosed with COVID-19.The former Bachelorette, 35, took to her Instagram with a snap of her and Jason, writing in the caption: 'Unfortunately, this is our Christmas card this year. We have Covid.' The latest:She won the Mirror Ball trophy during season 29 of Dancing With The Stars.

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No worrying COVID-19 mutations at B.C. mink farm, say health officials

COVID-19 taken from a B.C. mink farm with an outbreak of the virus.At least 17 workers and their contacts and five mink at the farm, which has not been publicly identified, have tested positive for the virus.

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NHL believes all 7 Canadian teams can start season playing out of home arenas

NHL believes all seven of its Canadian teams can start the season playing out of their home arenas.NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly said Thursday the league believes it is clear to play in Canada during the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic after discussions over the past 24 hours with provincial health authorities.“On the basis of our discussions (with provincial health authorities) in the past week, as well as our exchange of correspondence over the last 24 hours, we believe we are aligned and in agreement on the conditions on which each of our Canadian franchises can begin play in their own buildings for the start of the 2020-21 NHL season,” Daly said.

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Canadian Blood Services seeking convalescent plasma from those who’ve had COVID-19

Canadian Blood Services is looking for people under 65 who have had COVID-19 to participate in national clinical trial, because their convalescent plasma can help new patients. Dr. Dana Devine explains how it works.

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Emergency crews stop by NIH campus in Bethesda to wish Dr. Fauci a happy 80th birthday

BETHESDA, Md. (FOX 5 DC) - Emergency crew members surprised Dr.

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News 6 takes a look back at some of our favorite Getting Results Award moments

ORLANDO, Fla. – This year may be a year we’d like to forget but there were plenty of moments in 2020 worth remembering.They’re the stories of your neighbors making a difference in our community and we brought them to your screen every week in our News 6 Getting Results Award segment.[TRENDING: When to expect storms on Christmas Eve | Residents over 65 will be next to get COVID-19 vaccine | Coldest Christmas in 25 years coming to Central Florida]So as we end the year let’s take a look back at some of our favorites.If you know someone who you would like to recognize, you can nominate them here.Every winner receives a personalized plaque and $100 to commemorate their efforts.Simply fill out the form and you may see them featured in the coming

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Idaho boy, 12, falls critically ill from COVID-19 complication

MONTPELIER, Idaho (AP) - Kale Wuthrich watched doctors surround his son in the emergency room, giving him fluids though IV tubes, running a battery of tests and trying to stabilize him. He was enveloped by the confusion and fear that had been building since his 12-year-old suddenly fell ill weeks after a mild bout with the coronavirus."He was very close at that point to not making it, and basically they told me to sit in the corner and pray," Wuthrich said.

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Peel Region hospitals in need of additional doctors for ‘temporary pandemic support’

pandemic support.”Trillium Health Partners has three hospitals in its network.A news release issued on Tuesday says they are looking for general internists to support the network’s “temporary pandemic needs across our sites.”[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]Credit Valley Hospital, Mississauga Hospital and Queensway Health Centre serve more than a million residents in Peel Region and Toronto’s west end.There are currently six COVID-19 outbreaks at Trillium Health sites: four at Credit Valley Hospital, one at Queensway Health Centre and another at the Reactivation Care Centre.Ontario reported 502 new cases of the novel coronavirus in Peel Region today.Peel has been in the grey lockdown level of

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Christmas church services will look different amidst pandemic

Christmas church services will look different for many Americans across the U.S. this year, as COVID-19 restrictions limit and alter gatherings. Services that are usually attended by hundreds will be capped down to prevent transmission of the virus, as well as following social distancing guidelines.

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Man fatally shot on Christmas Eve in Palm Bay

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – A man was shot and killed in Palm Bay on Christmas Eve, according to the police department.The Palm Bay Police Department said officers responded to the area of Forest Knoll Drive and Tree Ridge Lane after receiving reports of shots fired.This area is just west of State Road 507 and a half-mile south of Palm Bay Road.[TRENDING: When to expect storms on Christmas Eve | Residents over 65 will be next to get COVID-19 vaccine | Coldest Christmas in 25 years coming to Central Florida]Police said officers found a man who had been shot multiple times and he was rushed to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.He was identified as Tyler McCoullough, 33.Officers said they are searching for a suspect but they have not

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Coronavirus: 70 new cases announced for Interior Health region

coronavirus update in the Interior Health region, local officials announced 70 new cases on Thursday afternoon.Interior Health officials said because of Christmas and Boxing Day, they will not be reporting any new data until Tuesday, Dec. 29, barring a new outbreak.In announcing the 70 new cases, the health agency also said 675 cases are active and isolating, and that 29 people are in hospital, including six in intensive care.

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Christmas comes early as first Moderna vaccines arrive in Canada

Moderna coronavirus vaccine in the country.One day after Health Canada authorized the new vaccine as safe for use in Canadians over the age of 18, the first precious doses of the vaccine began arriving on Canadian soil. Canada approves Moderna coronavirus vaccine, 1st doses to arrive in ‘coming days’ Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Procurement Minister Anita Anand shared photos on Twitter.The first doses of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine have arrived in Canada.

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Week 16 is one NFL fans truly can celebrate: 4 days of games

postseason implications.Plus, there's pro football on four straight days, starting with Minnesota's trip to New Orleans late on Christmas afternoon. The weekend concludes with the AFC East champion Bills — how sweet that must sound in Western New York — getting a chance to stomp on their tormentors, the Patriots on Monday night.“This week is what all of that’s about,” Seahawks coach Pete Carroll says.

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Shemar Moore reveals he is battling COVID-19 but assures fans he is 'will be okay'

Shemar Moore revealed he has tested positive for the novel coronavirus after a challengingyear, which included the devastating loss of his mother inFebruary.As the 50-year-oldS.W.A.T. star announced the news to his 3.7 million followers on Christmas Eve, he detailed some of his symptoms and urged others wear masks.After initially believing he had fallen ill from food poisoning, he received his COVID-19 diagnosis, which explains his 'chills and aches.' Battling COVID: Shemar Moore revealed he recently tested positive for the novel coronavirus after a challenging year, which included the devastating loss of his mother in February; seen in 2019'I HAVE COVID!!!! Just found out moments ago....

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Another jump in new COVID-19 cases in Ottawa but hospitalizations are down

OTTAWA -- Ottawa Public Health says 62 more people in Ottawa have tested positive for COVID-19, another jump compared to previous days.

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Coronavirus: CHSLD Laurent-Bergevin grappling with widespread COVID-19 outbreak

COVID-19 outbreak that has swept through the establishment.As of Dec. 23, more than 30 employees have tested positive along with 50 of the 73 residents and four have died, making it one of the most affected seniors’ homes in the province.One Île-Perrot woman, who asked to remain anonymous to protect her family’s privacy, is worried about her elderly family members living at CHSLD Laurent-Bergevin.“Its not a place right now where anybody would like to be,” she said.

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The latest coronavirus infection rates for Greater Manchester as cases continue to rise

direct to your inboxCoronavirus cases in Greater Manchester continue to rise, with a 12pc increase recorded in a week.The infection rate for the region as a whole now stands at 178.3 cases per 100,000 people, as of December 20.Despite trends heading in the wrong direction, transmission rates in the region remain far lower than other parts of the country, according to data from Public Health England.The average rate for England is 351.7 cases per 100,000 people, representing a 59pc increase on the week before.In London, where a more contagious form of the virus has been spreading, the infection rate stands at 699.6 cases per 100,000 people.Rates in the capital have spiked by 93pc in a week. Cases are rising in seven out of Greater

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Ex-data analyst Rebekah Jones demands Florida police return computers after raid

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – A former Florida Department of Health data analyst who says a raid on her home by state investigators was payback for speaking out about what she describes were efforts to falsify COVID-19 figures is demanding that they return seized computer equipment and cell phones.Rebekah Jones said in a court filing on Wednesday that what the Florida Department of Law Enforcement is accusing her of doing isn’t a crime, according to the Miami Herald.[TRENDING: When to expect storms on Christmas Eve | Residents over 65 will be next to get COVID-19 vaccine | Coldest Christmas in 25 years coming to Central Florida]Jones hasn't been charged with a crime, but state investigators raided her house earlier this month, saying in a search

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Crowds pack Lower Mainland ski hills amid COVID-19 restrictions

COVID-19 and fresh snow, skiers and snowboarders have flocked to the Lower Mainland’s local mountains this week.Mount Seymour and Cypress Mountain have implemented mandatory pre-booking to help manage crowds and parking for the downhill areas, but the roads to the mountains were virtual parking lots on Tuesday and Wednesday. Ski industry braces for impact of B.C.

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Last-minute shoppers still looking for gifts in Central Florida

OVIEDO, Fla. – With online shipping deadlines in the rearview mirror, shoppers crowded into stores across Central Florida to buy last-minute gifts in time for Christmas.[TRENDING: When to expect storms on Christmas Eve | Residents over 65 will be next to get COVID-19 vaccine | Coldest Christmas in 25 years coming to Central Florida]Hundreds of people began their Christmas Eve shopping at the Target on Red Bug Lake Road in Oviedo.“Yes, I am cutting it close, but this is almost like a tradition for me,” Kurt Shoup said.

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Coronavirus: Hamilton reports 153 new COVID-19 cases, new outbreak at home

COVID-19 cases on Thursday and has 1,139 active cases as of Dec. 24.The city reported one new outbreak on Thursday involving a single staff case at the Villa Italia retirement residence on Upper Paradise Road.Public health says there are 34 active outbreaks in Hamilton as of Dec.

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Seminole County prepared to vaccinate elderly residents at Oviedo Mall

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – Seminole County’s Emergency Manager Alan Harris said the county was one of eight in the state selected for a pilot program that has workers distributing the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at the Oviedo Mall next week.Harris said he had been talking about this program for about six months and said he was very vocal with the state leaders and told them he’d like to be a part of the pilot program.[TRENDING: When to expect storms on Christmas Eve | Residents over 65 will be next to get COVID-19 vaccine | Coldest Christmas in 25 years coming to Central Florida]He said he told Florida officials that the county was prepared and even submitted plans months ago to show what had been put in place to make this happen.Harris said the

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Saskatchewan reconciling under-reported coronavirus hospitalizations, 4 more deaths

COVID-19 have died, bringing Saskatchewan’s total up to 134.Three of the recently deceased were in the 80-plus age group, with one reported in the north west zone and two in Regina, according to a press release. The other was in their 70s and in north west.

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Manitoba reports 12 coronavirus deaths, 244 new cases on Christmas Eve

COVID-19 has killed another 12 Manitobans and another 244 people have been infected with the virus.The latest cases and deaths reported in a government release Thursday bring the province’s total number of cases to 23,624. Coronavirus: Manitoba expects 40K vaccinations in January, 15 deaths reported Wednesday Manitoba hasn’t gone a day without reporting at least one death from COVID-19 since Oct.

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Planning travel? Think again, feds urge in coronavirus ad blitz

coronavirus pandemic?Think again, a federal advertising campaign worth a total of $850,000 is urging Canadians.

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Buccaneers vs. Lions: How to watch, stream, listen

How can you listen to the game? 740 AMHow to stream the game? NFL Sunday TicketOPENING LINE - Buccaneers by 7 1/2RECORD VS. SPREAD - Buccaneers 7-7, Lions 5-8-1SERIES RECORD - Lions lead 31-28LAST MEETING - Buccaneers beat Lions 38-17 Dec.

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Florida reports 12,853 new COVID-19 cases, 122 deaths on Christmas Eve

ORLANDO, Fla. – Families across Florida are preparing to celebrate Christmas, but the winter holiday will look different this year due to widespread joblessness as well as social distancing and other COVID-19 precautions.For weeks now, local leaders have asked that residents keep their gatherings small, ideally with only members of their immediate household, and host celebrations outside where there’s less of a risk of transmission.[TRENDING: When to expect storms on Christmas Eve | Residents over 65 will be next to get COVID-19 vaccine | Coldest Christmas in 25 years coming to Central Florida]Dr.

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Prime minister pleads with Canadians not to travel abroad, people do it anyway

coronavirus pandemic.“I’m not worried at all,” Oleg Bitka said as he and his family checked in for their flight to the resort town of Cancun, Mexico.Air Transat had one flight going to Cancun and one flight going to Puerto Vallarta Thursday morning. According to an agent, both were packed.

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President-elect Joe Biden, Dr. Jill Biden sing ‘Happy Birthday’ to Dr. Anthony Fauci

FILE - Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden appears oh stage with his wife Dr. Jill Biden after delivering his acceptance speech on the fourth night of the Democratic National Convention from the Chase Center on Aug.

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Kaitlyn Bristowe and Boyfriend Jason Tartick Test Positive for COVID-19

Kaitlyn Bristowe's holiday plans are looking a bit different from what she had planned.The former star announced via Instagram on Thursday that she and her boyfriend, Jason Tartick, have both tested positive for COVID-19.«Unfortunately, this is our Christmas card this year. We have Covid,» Bristowe, 35, wrote.

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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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