On Wednesday, parents across the province learned what school will look like for their children on Sept. 8. Roberta Bell explains what parents and students can expect in Regina.

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COVID-19: Alberta’s top doctor open to updating safety protocol recommendations in schools if necessary

In a one-on-one interview on Global News Hour at 6, Alberta’s chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw explains what factors she’s monitoring to determine if safety protocols in the province’s schools need to be adjusted at any point in the school year.

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Select international passengers can avail Covid tests on arrival at entry airports. Details here

COVID-19 at the entry airports, the Civil Aviation Ministry said on Wednesday.If the RT-PCR test result is negative, the international passenger will be allowed to catch his or her connecting domestic flight and he or she will not need to undergo any institutional quarantine at the destination city, the ministry's order said.The test result will come in a maximum of seven hours.

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Edmonton Catholic Schools students head back to school amid COVID-19 pandemic

Wednesday marked the first day of school for many students in Edmonton, including at Mother Margaret Mary Catholic High School. Community reporter Morgan Black has more on what is different this year.

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Ontario schools scramble to implement COVID-19 protocols

Premier Doug Ford says he wants schools to have a can-do attitude as they scramble to implement dozens of new COVID-19 protocols preparing for the return of students. But while Ford remains optimistic, others are now calling for an independent review.

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Liberals to unveil ‘ambitious green agenda’ in throne speech, Trudeau says

Justin Trudeau says his government will unveil an “ambitious green agenda” in the throne speech scheduled to be delivered later this month.“We know the world is going towards greater energy efficiency. We know the world is going towards lower carbon We know that the world is moving towards more renewable energy,” he said.

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N.S. teachers’ union says schools ‘in chaos,’ asks government to delay reopening

Union leaders raise safety concerns over Nova Scotia’s back-to-school planChurchill and Dr.

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Here’s how officials are using COVID-19 contact tracing in schools

Currently, there are 182 students, teachers and staff quarantining after cases in schools in Seminole County, of those 70 are from Lake Brantley High School, which stemmed from three isolated cases in the first 12 days of the new school year.“One of the first things we ran into the first week of school, we had a couple of students who were confirmed positive test results for COVID-19,” said Principal Brian Blasewitz.

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Ontario family offers at home learning tips for parents this school year

Parents of DDSB students make tough decision over return to school “I typically try to make time for each person so I have one-on-one time so whether it’s their math or language they are struggling with, and others read alone.

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Coronavirus: 2 cases of COVID-19 reported in Kawartha Lakes and Northumberland

COVID-19 in its jurisdiction on Wednesday.One case is reported in the City of Kawartha Lakes, bringing the overall total confirmed cases to 180 in that area. The second case is in Northumberland County, which now has a total of 33 cases.The overall number of cases in the health unit’s jurisdiction is 228.

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FEMA says it will no longer pay for face masks, other PPE for schools under new policy

LOS ANGELES - Basic emergency supplies that schools and public housing rely on for COVID-19 prevention will no longer be covered by FEMA under an updated policy, according to the agency.The Federal Emergency Management Agency said it is changing its policy on the personal protective equipment, or PPE, that it will pay for.“The ‘COVID-19 Pandemic: Work Eligible for Public Assistance’ interim policy defines the framework, policy details, and requirements for determining the eligibility of work and costs under the PA Program to ensure consistent and appropriate implementation across all COVID-19 emergency and major disaster declarations,” the updated policy read.RELATED: $300 weekly jobless benefits approved for Florida: When to expect the

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Coronavirus: No new COVID-19 cases reported in Peterborough region on Wednesday

COVID-19 cases on Wednesday.The region’s total number of active cases remains at 3, and total number of confirmed cases at 105. This cover’s the entire health unit’s jurisdiction, which is Peterborough City and County, Hiawatha First Nation, and Curve Lake First Nation.According to the health unit, more than 25,000 individuals have been tested so far.Out of 105, 100 cases have been resolved.

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Volusia schools create COVID-19 dashboard showing amount of students and employees who tested positive

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – On Wednesday, the Volusia County School District changed its policy and released some data about the number of positive COVID-19 cases in schools.“It’s absolutely imperative that we be as transparent as possible,” said Carl Persis, School Board Chairman. “It was our legal staff that just felt like we were teetering on some privacy issues.”But, School Board Chairman Carl Persis said the change of heart stemmed from a combination of public outcry and learning what other school districts were doing.

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Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny poisoned with Soviet-era nerve agent, Germany says

BERLIN - Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was poisoned with the same type of Soviet-era nerve agent used in a 2018 attack on a former Russian spy, the German government said Wednesday, provoking outrage from Western leaders who demanded Moscow provide an explanation.The findings — which experts say point strongly to Russian state involvement — added to tensions between Russia and the West. German Chancellor Angela Merkel called Navalny's poisoning attempted murder, meant to silence one of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s fiercest critics.The Berlin hospital treating the dissident said he remains on a ventilator though his condition is improving.

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Central Florida charity begins phased reopening after closing due to COVID-19 pandemic

ORLANDO, Fla. – Two months ago, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida faced the difficult decision of closing their houses in Orange County because of COVID-19 but recently, they’ve started the process of welcoming back the families that had to be relocated to local hotels.“Ronald McDonald is more like staying at home and when I was staying at a hotel I was like, ok I’m actually staying at a hotel. So, it was, you know different than Ronald McDonald.” Jameeka Smith said.

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Health chiefs say virus transmission has taken place within two Glasgow schools

coronavirus has been identified at two schools in Glasgow. The NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Health Board (NHSGGC) has been carrying out contact tracing at Lochend Community High School in Easterhouse and Hutchesons' Grammar School in the southside of Glasgow, saying there is some evidence of the virus being passed within the premises.

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Manitoba sees net total of 12 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday

COVID-19 cases were announced in Manitoba Wednesday, but public health officials said one previously identified case was determined to be from out-of-province, bringing the net total of new cases to 12.This brings the province’s overall total of lab-confirmed coronavirus cases to 1,244. Manitoba currently has 454 active cases and 14 COVID-19-related deaths since the pandemic began.According to Wednesday’s data, four of the new cases are in the Winnipeg area, with one in the Southern Health region and eight in Prairie Mountain.

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'We need straightforward, common-sense solutions': Biden speaks on schools amid COVID-19 pandemic

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Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small one-ups Black Lives Matter rally with his own plans

Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - Atlantic City is attempting to co-opt plans by protesters to paint “Black Lives Matter” on the seaside gambling resort's famous Boardwalk by doing the same thing in a place of its own choosing — on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, in front of its civil rights memorial.Mayor Marty Small, who is Black, said at a news conference Wednesday that painting the historic Boardwalk is illegal and that the city will host a community event about 90 minutes after the scheduled start time of the protest rally that was to include the Boardwalk painting.“We believe there’s a better way to handle it,” Small said.

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How will COVID-19 cases in schools be reported? Hinshaw explains

Chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw said school COVID-19 outbreaks will be included in the updates that are released twice a week.

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Poisoning of Putin opponent renews spotlight on deadly Russian chemical weapon

Science's News StaffA notorious nerve poison is back in the news. The German government said today that Alexei Navalny, a prominent opponent of Russian President Vladimir Putin, was poisoned with a chemical similar to Novichok, a deadly nerve agent implicated in other attacks on Russians who have crossed the current regime.A German military laboratory has found “unequivocal evidence of a chemical nerve agent of the Novichok group” in biological samples taken from Navalny, who was flown to Germany for treatment after being hospitalized in Siberia on 20 August, government spokesperson Steffen Seibert said.

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Nova Scotia puts response plan in place for potential COVID-19 exposures in schools

COVID-19 exposures in school. Nova Scotia reports no new coronavirus cases Wednesday, 6 active cases remain “I want to welcome our new and returning students and staff back to school in what will be a year to remember,” said Zach Churchill, minister of education and early childhood development, said at a briefing alongside Dr.

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COVID-19: Breathing problems are the most common reason for returning to the hospital

Stay informed with live updates on the current COVID-19 outbreak and visit our coronavirus hub for more advice on prevention and treatment.The researchers searched electronic health records for return visits to hospital emergency departments and outpatient clinics within 14 days of discharge.Out of 2,864 discharged patients, 103 (3.6%) returned for emergency care. In total, the hospitals readmitted 56 patients.Half of all the patients who returned to the hospital did so because they were experiencing breathing difficulties, which was the most common complication. Other complications included chest pain (6%), other pain (6%), altered mental status (5%), falls (5%), and skin or soft-tissue infections (5%).Patients who returned to the hospital

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United plans to furlough 16,000 workers, fewer than expected

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There are now 44 active COVID-19 cases in Waterloo Region

coronavirus. Ontario reports 133 new coronavirus cases; most public health units report no new cases The number has not been this high since July 24 when there were 52 active cases in the area.That total dropped to 20 on Aug.

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Nova Scotia to provide back-to-school update Wednesday

More to come.

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Osceola County schools update mask policy for students, staff

OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. – Students and staff in Osceola County schools will have new requirements when entering the classroom.According to a Facebook post from Osceola County School District, face masks will be required on all campuses across the district, for students and staff.“We’ve updated our face mask requirements as we continue to learn more about the most effective procedures for keeping everyone healthy,” the post said. “Clear plastic shields are not adequate protection when used alone.

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1 new coronavirus case in New Brunswick on Wednesday

coronavirus on Wednesday.The case is a temporary foreign worker in their 20s, who is self-isolating in the Moncton area. Coronavirus: Face coverings to be mandatory at all Starbucks Canada locations There are four active COVID-19 cases in the province, and 192 cases have been confirmed to date.The province has reported 186 recoveries and two deaths from the virus, both in the Campbellton region.The Atlantic travel bubble remains operational.The bubble permits interprovincial travel between Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador without self-isolation.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]However, restrictions will be in place.

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Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny poisoned with nerve agent, Germany says

A file image taken Dec. 6, 2019 shows opposition activist Alexei Navalny outside Moscow's Meshchansky District court where a sentencing hearing for opposition demonstrator Vladimir Yemelyanov (not pictured) took place.

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Biden to take aim at Trump’s handling of coronavirus as schools return

Joe Biden plans to hammer U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday for not helping the nation’s schools reopen safely during the coronavirus pandemic, as the Democratic challenger tries to keep the spotlight on the Republican incumbent’s handling of the outbreak and the nation’s overall security.Biden and his wife, Jill, a longtime college professor and former high school teacher, will meet with public health experts to talk about school reopening options.

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Update on Manitoba’s back-to-school plans amid coronavirus coming Wednesday

COVID-19 pandemic.Education Minister Kelvin Goertzen has scheduled a press conference for 12:15 p.m., and Global News will stream the event live in this story. Manitoba students get ready to wear masks for the school year Students across the province will head back to school Sept.

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Unions call for 'urgent' review of distancing measures in schools

Teachers' unions are calling for an urgent review of physical distancing requirements for schools.

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Regina school buses ready to roll out with new pandemic measures

Bus drivers are preparing for a new school year that starts Sept. 8. Daniella Ponticelli takes a closer look at riding the bus in the age of social distancing.

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How Hamilton’s high schools are planning for classes amid COVID-19 pandemic

COVID-19 pandemic.Ventilation, cohorting, and face coverings were top of mind for board director Manny Figueiredo during the Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board’s (HWDSB) walk-thru at Ancaster High on Tuesday.Figueiredo says the “modelling” of personal protective equipment (PPE) from staff during a school day will be essential in encouraging the student body to remain diligent in the fight against the novel coronavirus. Hamilton public school board reduces class sizes, staggers start for fall return “So it’ll be our superintendents, our principals, our educators in schools to reinforce this.

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Sinead O’Connor reveals moving reason why she’s becoming a healthcare assistant

tweeting on Tuesday, that she would be returning to education to train for the new line of work she wishes to pursue.Sinead wrote, ‘Very excited to be starting college in a few weeks : ) Fetac Level 5 Healthcare Support.’‘Am still gonna be a singer but am gonna work as a healthcare assistant when I’m between albums and tours.’Very excited to be starting college in a few weeks : ) Fetac Level 5 Healthcare Support.

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Scots sex club reopens after coronavirus shutdown with new rules and discount prices

sex club has reopened after closing its doors during lockdown. Dundee's Club Kudos, which calls itself 'the only 7 day alternative lifestyle club for the Gay, Bi, BDSM and Swinger community in East Scotland', has thrown open its doors once again.

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Cherry Hill Public Schools announce switch to remote learning

CHERRY HILL, N.J. - Cherry Hill Public Schools announced Tuesday that they are moving to virtual learning at least through November.Angela Akeh says both of her children were signed up for hybrid learning. Now a curveball she didn’t see coming as New Jersey continues to open up her school district is shutting down in-person instruction."There’s no reason we can’t give it a try, " Akeh said. "I can just feel for the parent of the 6-year-old what do they do now it’s a week before school."Cherry Hill Schools Superintendent Dr.

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Coronavirus pandemic taking its toll on children’s overall safety and health: report

troubling report released Tuesday shows Canadian children are much less safe and healthy than before the pandemic began.“Raising Canada 2020” opens by acknowledging child wellness in Canada has been on the decline ever since the high watermark in 2007, when UNICEF ranked the country 12th out of 41 affluent nations.That has since dropped to 25th.“I think what really comes out loud and clear in this report is children have really suffered in recent months and in many ways have bore the brunt of the policies that have been put in place to keep all Canadians — particularly the vulnerable — safe,” says Sara Austin, founder and CEO of Children First Canada, which issued the report.

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Coronavirus: Regina school buses ready to roll out with new pandemic measures

Regina Catholic Schools addressed the possibility of a driver shortage in certain areas.Twylla West, a spokesperson for the division, didn’t specify numbers but said they wanted to be up front about the situation.“At this point, we anticipate we are going to be fine in that second week of school when everyone is going to be coming because there won’t be as many students being bussed,” she said.

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Brevard schools temporarily closes Golfview Elementary due to COVID-19

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – Brevard Public Schools announced the temporary closure of Golfview Elementary School due to rising numbers of the coronavirus.School officials did not disclose how many cases have been reported so far.They did say it’s a low number, but it could impact many classrooms.“The closure will take place immediately,” according to a press release sent by the district. “All students currently participating in brick and mortar instruction, will be moved to eLearning from home or paper/pencil packets.

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Europe’s schools reopen with different approaches

Students across Europe are back in class, even as COVID-19 cases rise in several countries. As Redmond Shannon reports, governments are looking at which back-to-school plans pass and which ones fail.

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Calgary-area schools deal with late changes after COVID-19 cases

There were some last minute changes to back-to-school plans at Calgary-area schools after positive cases of COVID-19 were identified. Blake Lough reports.

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Confirmed coronavirus case at Regina Co-op Refinery complex

CRC) in Regina has tested positive for novel coronavirus.CRC has advised anyone who has been in close contact with this individual to self-monitor and follow further instructions from the Saskatchewan Health Authority. Three new cases of COVID-19 in Saskatchewan In a statement regarding the confirmed case, CRC announced that all of the facilities have increased cleaning and sanitization measures in place, along with a mandatory mask policy.The individual tested positive on Aug.

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‘I feel for parents’: Dr. Hinshaw regrets confusing COVID-19 orders as schools reopen

COVID-19 pandemic began, Dr. Deena Hinshaw said Tuesday she regrets the way a health order she signed over the weekend was handled, and that she believes her opinions and recommendations have always been taken with respect from elected officials in the province.The interview was set up by Alberta Health officials to allow Hinshaw, the province’s chief medical officer of health, to further clarify a health order she signed over the weekend that led to online backlash.

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Orange County reports 54 cases of COVID-19 at 34 schools, 4 work locations

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Orange County Public Schools announced as of Aug.

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Coronavirus: Ontario premier tours school amid continued concerns over reopening plan

: As the clock counts down to the start of the school year, there are continued concerns about what the classroom will look like and how many students will be in it. Premier Doug Ford and Education Minister Stephen Lecce toured a school on Tuesday and addressed the worries, saying the province is ready to welcome back students.

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North York school delays reopening due to COVID-19 outbreak

The reopening of Yeshiva Yesodei Hatorah, a Jewish education school, will remain closed for at least another two weeks after staff members tested positive for COVID-19. Morganne Campbell has more in this report.

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Reopening N.J. indoor dining brings hope to Borgata furloughed employees

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - Another sign of the economic pain being caused by COVID-19 are furloughs for thousands of employees at the Borgata in Atlantic City are now permanent.But, there’s some hope as indoor dining is set to resume in New Jersey on Friday.“It’s a disaster, really. I can’t believe it’s happening.

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