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Kristalina Georgieva - IMF approves debt relief for 25 poor countries over Covid-19 - rte.ie - Nepal - Afghanistan - Haiti - Yemen

The International Monetary Fund has announced immediate debt relief for 25 poor countries to help them free up funds to fight the coronavirus pandemic.

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Study shows risk of zoonotic viruses similar across groups of animals

The idea that certain creatures such as bats pose a higher risk of spreading viruses to humans may not be accurate, new research suggests.

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Macron extends France's lockdown until 11 May

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced he is extending a virtual lockdown to curb the coronavirus outbreak until 11 May, adding that progress had been made but the battle not yet won.

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Covid-19: Recovered patients use app to continue care after hospital

While the number of people in Ireland who have died with Covid-19 continues to grow, so too does the number who have recovered from the disease.

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Some patients wrongly told they had tested negative for Covid-19

The HSE has said that some patients were wrongly told they had tested negative for Covid-19.

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What needs to happen before countries lift lockdowns?

With signs in some countries that the coronavirus pandemic may have reached a plateau, governments are looking at how to lift lockdown restrictions on their crippled businesses and restless populations.

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Private consultants refuse to sign HSE contract over proposed terms

Six-hundred full-time private hospital consultants have refused to sign a contract to work in public hospitals, saying the proposed terms could force the closure of their consulting rooms.

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31 more Irish deaths from Covid-19 bringing toll to 365

31 more people have died from Covid-19 in Ireland bringing the overall death toll to 365.

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At a glance: Latest global developments due to Covid-19

Spain eases lockdown

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Ireland's strategy is 'going to save lives', says Harris

The Minister for Health has said Ireland's approach to tackling Covid-19 is the "right strategy" that is "going to save lives".

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Coronavirus death toll in UK reaches 10,612

A total of 11,329 patients have died in hospital after testing positive for coronavirus in the UK, as of 5pm yesterday, the Department of Health said, up by 717 from 10,612 the day before.

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Ireland's case fatality rate now almost 4%

Ireland's case fatality rate from Covid-19 is now almost 4%, the latest data shows.

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Galway nurse provides support for fellow frontline staff

A Galway nurse has set up a non-profit organisation with fellow health workers to provide practical and psychological support to frontline staff during the pandemic.

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65-year-old Covid-19 patient leaves hospital after two weeks

A 65-year-old man has returned home to Buncrana in Co Donegal after spending two weeks in hospital with Covid-19.

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PSNI issue more than 100 coronavirus-related fines over Easter weekend

More than 100 coronavirus-related fines have been issued in three days in Northern Ireland, police said.

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Spain cautiously emerges from 'economic hibernation'

Spain is beginning to lift restrictions on some businesses after shutting down all non-essential operations nearly two weeks ago in a bid to stem the spread of Covid-19.

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Fauci says US could start reopening in May

The United States may be ready to start gradually reopening next month, the government's top infectious diseases expert said, as signs grew that the coronavirus pandemic was peaking.

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China's new Covid-19 cases rises to six-week high

China's north-eastern border with Russia has become a front line in the fight against a resurgence of the Covid-19 pandemic as new daily cases rose to the highest in nearly six weeks - with more than 90% involving people coming from abroad.

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Covid-19: HSE to discuss testing, nursing home outbreaks

Minister for Health Simon Harris will hold the now weekly video conference with representatives of the medical profession this morning.

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Online platform for artists as part of Covid-19 relief fund

Sharon Shannon, Mick Flannery and Cormac Begley are among those taking part in live streamed performances on this Easter Monday as part of a Culture Ireland initiative to support artists during the Covid- 19 pandemic.

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Covid-19 to hit parties' votes on government formation

Government formation is often a marathon. But now the pace had quickened with pressure mounting on parties to come together in the national interest as the country grapples with the Covid-19 emergency.

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Dublin port expects drop in cargo and passengers

Dublin Port has said it expects a very significant decline in cargo volumes and passenger traffic during the second quarter of the year.

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Lockdown exit - Austria and Denmark take first steps

There is a play by the French playwright Jean-Paul Sartre called 'No Exit'.

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85 refugee healthcare workers seek to move out of Direct Provision

The Irish Refugee Council (IRC) has been contacted by 85 healthcare workers living in Direct Provision who are looking to move out.

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Yemen facing 'disaster' if virus spreads there, warn aid agencies

An outbreak of Covid-19 in Yemen could be a "disaster" and "catastrophic" for the war-torn country, according to aid agencies.

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Couple celebrates 65 years of marriage with family garden party

A Dublin couple has been celebrating 65 years of wedded bliss with a garden party in their home in Monkstown.

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14 new virus deaths and 727 additional cases

There have been 14 more deaths from coronavirus, the Department of Health has confirmed. The death toll now stands at 334 people.

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Covid-19 survivor thanks all who 'risked their lives'

A 45-year old man who spent nine days on life support being treated for coronavirus at Cork University Hospital has thanked the medical team and staff there for saving his life.

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Man accused of coughing at garda remanded in custody

A man in his 20s who is accused of coughing at a garda in Cavan and claiming he had coronavirus has been remanded in custody.

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UK virus death toll is now over 10,000 as 11 more die in Northern Ireland

The death toll from coronavirus in the UK has risen above 10,000, with 11 more deaths reported today in Northern Ireland.

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Martin heartened by virtual demand for spiritual comfort

The leader of the Catholic Church in Ireland says so many people are watching Mass services online that webcams in churches across Ireland are crashing because of the demand.

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'Real danger' of second wave of coronavirus cases

The chair of the Epidemiological Modelling group advising the National Public Health Emergency Team has said there is a "real danger" of a second wave of virus cases, if the changing of restrictions in place is not done correctly.

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Covid-19: St James' Hospital receiving patients of 'all age groups'

An intensive care consultant at St James' Hospital in Dublin has said they are receiving Covid-19 patients from "all age groups" into ICU.

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Easter egg surprise for all in West Kerry parish

It is a very special Easter Sunday for a small community in West Kerry where somebody has left €500 in the local shop to buy an Easter egg for every single child in the parish of Baile an Fheirtéaraigh.

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Bono asks South Korean President for PPE and medical equipment for Ireland

U2 frontman Bono has written to South Korean President Moon Jae-in asking for assistance with tackling the Covid-19 outbreak in Ireland, according to the president's office.

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Number of Irish healthcare staff with Covid-19 still rising

The number of healthcare workers in Ireland who have contracted Covid-19 is continuing to increase.

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UK PM praises NHS as nurses told to refuse work over PPE

The UK Prime Minister has said he owes his life to National Health Service staff treating him for Covid-19 as his government faced further criticism about the supply of protective equipment to frontline workers.

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Lockdown exit - Austria and Denmark take first steps

There is a play by the French playwright Jean-Paul Sartre called 'No Exit'.

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Pope to livestream Easter mass to locked down world

Pope Francis will break with centuries of tradition and livestream Easter Sunday mass to allow the world's 1.3 billion Catholics celebrate their holiest holiday under a coronavirus lockdown.

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US records world's highest Covid-19 death toll

The United States surpassed has Italy as the country with the highest reported coronavirus death toll, recording more than 20,000 deaths since the outbreak began, according to a Reuters tally.

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Covid-19 has caused a crisis in the media industry

"I was sobbing hysterically. The rug had literally been pulled out from under my feet. I was falling and I didn't know where I was going to land. It’s a terrifying situation." That’s young journalist Rebecca Laffan describing the sense of shock and helplessness she felt when she lost her job at the Limerick Leader newspaper last month.

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Johnson making "very good progress"

Britain's Prime Minister Boris Johnson was making "very good progress" on Saturday in his recovery in hospital from coronavirus, officials said, as the country's deaths toll from the disease approached the grim milestone of 10,000.

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Ice cream van transformed in these challenging times

An ice cream van has been turned into an essential food delivery service for communities in North and West Belfast.

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Unions call on teachers to engage with exam proposals

Teachers' unions are calling on members to engage with proposals to have students return to their classrooms for several weeks in July ahead of the Leaving Certificate exams.

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A shining example of solidarity across Ireland

People of all ages, from all parts of Ireland, have been invited to take part in the #ShineYourLight campaign at 9pm tonight in a gesture of hope and solidarity during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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US deaths from coronavirus pass the 20,000 mark

US deaths due to the coronavirus surpassed 20,000 on Saturday, the highest reported number in the world, according to a Reuters tally, although there are signs the pandemic might be nearing a peak.

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Neighbourhood watch: Cork street enjoying classic films

Cinemas may be closed but around 20 neighbours in Cork have found a way to go to the movies without leaving the street where they live.

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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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