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Premier faces backlash for singling out African Nova Scotian communities during COVID-19

African Nova Scotian advocates are calling on Premier Stephen McNeil to apologize and retract allegations that members of their communities have been carelessly flouting the COVID-19 rules.

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Coronavirus outbreak: Are Canadians following physical distancing guidelines?

An Ipsos poll done exclusively for Global News indicates that 26 per cent of Canadians are not following physical distancing measures recommended by public health authorities.

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Engineers turn old breast pumps into ventilators, amid shortage during coronavirus pandemic

Amid the coronavirus pandemic there’s been a world-wide shortage of medical supplies. But necessity is the mother of invention, and in Maryland, some engineers are turning an item many mothers have at home into much-needed ventilators, WBAL reports.

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Christine McGuinness warned over ‘sexual’ TikTok video but insists she ‘didn’t flash a nipple’

CHRISTINE McGuinness has revealed she was warned over posting a "sexual" TikTok video - but insists she "didn’t flash a nipple". The mum-of-three has become a TikTok addict in isolation as she teams up with her comic husband Paddy to film hilarious videos.

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David and Victoria Beckham thrilled with son Brooklyn’s new girlfriend Nicola Peltz whose dad is a billionaire

WITH every soppy social media tribute Brooklyn Beckham pays to his new girlfriend Nicola Peltz, his superstar parents are rubbing their hands with glee. That’s because the 25-year-old actress is the daughter of US billionaire businessman Nelson Peltz.

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Holly Willoughby - Holly Willoughby wears £295 charity jumper to help the NHS during coronavirus pandemic but fans say it’s way over budget - thesun.co.uk

Holly Willoughby wears £295 charity jumper to help the NHS during coronavirus pandemic but fans say it’s way over budget

HOLLY Willoughby has worn a £295 charity jumper to help the NHS during the coronavirus pandemic - but fans say it’s way over budget. The presenter, 39, was gifted the pricey Blue Anni Heart sweater by Chinti and Parker and spread the word to her 6.5million followers.

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Lucy Mecklenburgh - Tina Obrien - Ryan Thomas is finally reunited with daughter Scarlett as she meets her baby brother for the first time - thesun.co.uk

Ryan Thomas is finally reunited with daughter Scarlett as she meets her baby brother for the first time

RYAN Thomas has finally reunited with daughter Scarlett - and she was able to meet her baby brother for the very first time. The family were forced apart amid the coronavirus crisis as Ryan isolated with his fiancée Lucy Mecklenburgh and their new son Roman.

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'Will & Grace' alum is Instagram's biggest star during quarantine

Leave it to this diminutive 64-year-old actor to become arguably the biggest social media star during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Self-isolating Ontario family recreates entire ‘Simpsons’ opening at home

In an attempt to fight boredom in the midst of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, one local Ontario family has come together to recreate the iconic opening to The Simpsons.

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Ant and Dec cure quarantine boredom by recreating iconic Renaissance portrait

Ant and Dec recreated Jan Van Eyck’s 1434 Arnolfini Portrait for some Instagram fun.

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How isolating older people are becoming internet sensations while in lockdown

Isolating older people are turning to social media to stay in touch with family – and some have gained global fame with uplifting videos of life under lockdown.

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Ryan Thomas shares adorable moment his daughter Scarlett, 11, finally met her baby brother Roman

Ryan Thomas has shared the adorable moment his daughter Scarlett met her one month old brother Roman.The 35 year old, who has been delivering baby essentials to new mums amid the coronavirus lockdown, took to his Instagram to post the sweet photo.The snap sees his 11 year old daughter, who he shares with his ex Tina O'Brien, wearing a white and yellow striped T-shirt as she cradles little Roman in her arms and holds his hand. Scarlett smiles to the camera as her brother looks at the camera while wearing a cute grey T-shirt that has "little brother" written in white on it.

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Madewell and Parachute Just Dropped the Comfiest Home Line Ever

Just when we thought we had enough and to last us through , two of our favorite brands— and —teamed up on the collaboration of our dreams. The capsule, which launched on April 8, includes everything from Insta-worthy bed linens to the chicest dog bed we've ever laid eyes on.Madewell collaborations are , but the capsule with feels particularly serendipitous at a time when our WFH 'fits are looking a lot like (they basically are), and we're spending than we'd like to admit.Despite the coincidental timing, the brands have actually been working on the collection for over a year.

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Kelly Ripa Tears Up Over Tension With Her Kids and Not Seeing Her Parents While Quarantining

Emotions are running high as people self-isolate to flatten the curve of the coronavirus pandemic, and Kelly Ripa's family is no exception.

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Coronavirus: Peterborough area school boards lending devices for distance learning

Wednesday marked day three of this new temporary normal of distance learning for students across the province. But for those who live in more remote areas, access to equipment or even high-speed internet can be a roadblock for parents and their kids.

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Coronavirus: Peterborough area school boards lending devices for distance learning

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Liam Payne hasn't seen son Bear Payne in weeks due to coronavirus UK-wide lockdown

One Direction star Liam Payne has revealed his heartbreak that he's self-isolating away from his young son Bear Payne.

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Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas ‘having great time as they social distance at his house’

Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas are growing even closer amid the coronavirus lockdown.

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Lucy Mecklenburgh says she and fiancé Ryan Thomas are 'typical Brits' as they BBQ in the sun during lockdown

Lucy Mecklenburgh has said she and Ryan Thomas are "typical Brits" as they barbecued in the garden while the sun was still out during the coronavirus lockdown. The 28 year old, who recently expressed her frustration at how often she has to change her newborn son Roman's nappy, took to her Instagram Stories to show off her fiancés cooking skills.

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Lisa Vanderpump continues her fight to end China's wet markets during COVID-19 crisis

The COVID-19 crisis has impacted Bravo star Lisa Vanderpump in more ways than one but the ever resilient mogul is stepping up to do what she can to adjust to this new normal.Lisa spent some time chatting exclusively to DailyMailTV this week about her fight to end China's wet markets, having to close her ultra popular restaurants and what's going on with Vanderpump Rules.Currently, Lisa is quarantined in her stunning Beverly Hills home, Villa Rosa with her husband Ken Todd, their six rescue dogs and even some swans and ponies.

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Crews of cargo ships being denied shore leave for longer periods during coronavirus

Though international shipping lanes and Canada’s major ports remain open for business, the COVID-19 pandemic is making life miserable for many seafarers.

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Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard And Brian Kelley Detail Upcoming Album

Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley are staying busy in self-isolation.

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Man can’t be with wife during chemo treatments, so he waits outside with a sign

A Texas man can’t be with his wife during her chemotherapy treatment due to COVID-19 restrictions, but he’s finding another way to be there for her.

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B.C. premier to speak on self-isolation rule for people returning to Canada

Premier John Horgan is scheduled to make an announcement about people returning to B.C. from outside the country amidst the coronavirus outbreak.

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Orange juice sales see comeback during coronavirus pandemic shopping

American consumers have been stocking their pantries and freezers amid the coronavirus crisis, and it seems one beverage is getting a much-needed boost in sales: orange juice.

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MPI to cover vehicle sanitization at mechanic’s shop during coronavirus

Manitoba Public Insurance is stepping up to pay for the cost of additional vehicle cleaning before and after car repairs are made during the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Coronavirus: Hamilton council approves tax relief, social-distancing enforcement

Hamilton city council has approved new measures that Mike Zegarac, the city’s general manager of finance, describes as “some short-term relief” for local taxpayers during the novel coronavirus pandemic.

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Fire chief issues plea for people to be 'responsible' during lockdown after another blaze on Saddleworth Moor

A fire chief has issued a plea for people to be 'responsible' during lockdown after a blaze broke out on Saddleworth Moor.

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Rita Ora self-isolating away from her family while her mum fights on NHS front line

Rita Ora has opened up about life in lockdown as a pop-superstar – revealing she's transformed her bedroom into a makeshift studio.

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What's It Like Releasing an Album During Quarantine? Amtrac Spins the Tale

Caleb Cornett, aka Amtrac, is looking at a bulk delivery of hand sanitizer. Each tiny bottle is labeled with the title and release date of his new album, Oddyssey.

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Ellen DeGeneres branded 'scum' for comparing isolation at $27m mansion to being in jail

Ellen DeGeneres has been slammed for comparing self-isolating in her mansion to jail.

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Kerry Katona and son Max look identical as they both dye hair bright pink

Kerry Katona has shrugged off self-isolation boredom by dying her hair a neon shade of pink to match her son's new 'do.

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‘Cinema has sustained itself during recessions’

With movie houses forced to down shutters across the country, India’s film production and exhibition business has been hit severely. In fact, according to the Multiplex Association of India, even before the cinema halls were closed down, footfall had declined by 30% between 1 February and 24 March following the covid-19 outbreak. Ajay Bijli, chairman and managing director, PVR Ltd, India’s largest cinema exhibition chain, has urged the government to help the industry stay afloat during this unprecedented global crisis. Edited excerpts from an interview:

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Edmonton adjusts roads, pedestrian call buttons to promote physical distancing

The City of Edmonton is adjusting push buttons at pedestrian crossings and allocating some roadways for shared use between pedestrians and vehicles in hopes of spreading people out to promote better physical distancing.

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Coronavirus: Peterborough-area school boards lending devices for distance learning

Midway through the first week of distance learning for students in Ontario, the Peterborough Victoria Northumberland Clarington Catholic District School Board (PVNCCDSB) is working to ensure all students have the ability to continue with their classes.

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Allocating ventilators during COVID-19: What is 'fair'?

It is hard to imagine a topic more sensitive, and a situation more difficult, than deciding who gets to live and die in the time of a pandemic. Yet this is the reality of the COVID-19 outbreak and the resource shortage it has caused.

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Coronavirus outbreak: Federal ministers respond to Ipsos poll on social distancing

Canadians almost universally believe physical distancing will help slow the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. Yet one in four admit to not doing it as much as they should, according to an Ipsos poll for Global News.

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Calgary research team develops hand-held device for COVID-19 self-testing

Dr. Amir Sanati-Nezhad and Dr. Dongyan Niu, researchers at the University of Calgary, join Global News at Noon to talk about their latest COVID-19 research project: developing a self-testing device.

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Police are responding to hundreds of coronavirus-related incidents every day

Greater Manchester Police are responding to hundreds of coronavirus-related incidents every day.

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Around 'four in 10 drivers' on the road in Greater Manchester during coronavirus lockdown taking advantage and speeding, mayor says

Drivers of around four in 10 cars on the road Greater Manchester are taking advantage of quieter roads during the coronavirus lockdown by exceeding local speed limits, mayor Andy Burnham says.

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'A better time will come': The special power of Passover during the coronavirus lockdown

Passover is one of those Jewish festivals that is full of personal memories and story-telling.

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David Beckham 'angers Cotswolds neighbours' after isolating family in £6million second home

David Beckham has allegedly angered his neighbours in the Cotswolds after isolating there in the coronavirus pandemic.

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400 million Indians at risk of falling into poverty during crisis: ILO

NEW DELHI : As many as 400 million Indians, including migrant workers and daily wage earners, are at risk of being pushed deeper into poverty because of the covid-19 pandemic, the International Labour Organization (ILO) said.

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Adoptable Puppies And Kittens Visit Georgia Aquarium During Coronavirus Shutdown

The Georgia Aquarium and Atlanta Humane Society teamed up to bring some cuteness to your day.

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Fifteen residents die at single care home during coronavirus pandemic

A care home has seen 15 of its residents die during the coronavirus pandemic.

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West Lothian Council give update on bin collections during Easter weekend

Householders have been given an update on bin collections in West Lothian over the Easter bank holiday weekend.

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La Liga sent radical crisis solution as hotel boss pitches Canary Islands plan

A Tenerife hotel boss has told Spanish league chief that the competition should be completed in the Canary Islands.

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Coronavirus: Less boat traffic is good news for Canada’s marine life

The reduction of boat traffic on the B.C. coast could be good news for marine life.

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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

Staying connected to loved ones is ‘crucial’ during physical distancing, self-isolation

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