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WHO warns the coronavirus pandemic is worsening globally

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that “there will be no return to the old normal for the foreseeable future.”

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Queen of Heaven holds chicken barbecue drive-through

The fundraiser was held in place of the popular carnival, which usually takes place this time of year. Organizers say they sold about 700 meals.
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As virus rages in US, New York guards against another rise

New York's early experience is a ready-made blueprint for states now finding themselves swamped by the disease.
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South Africa returns to ban on alcohol sales as coronavirus surges

South Africa’s rapid increase in reported cases has made it one of the world’s centers for COVID-19, as it is ranked as the 9th country most affected.

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Siena Poll: 62% of NY residents think worst part of pandemic is in future

Just 27% of those polled said they think the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic is already over.
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Erie County COVID-19 hospitalizations increase among younger demographic

Hospitalizations as a whole still remain low, but the county executive said the trend line is heading up.

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VERIFY: No, face masks don’t contain metal '5G antennas'

A viral video claims the metal wire in medical masks actually has a sinister purpose.
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VERIFY: TexMed coronavirus risk chart made by real medical experts

Another coronavirus risk chart has become popular on social media. Just like the previous one, it's based on an average of scores from a group of medical experts.