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Virginia bishop who preached 'God is larger than this dreaded virus' dies of COVID-19
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Virginia bishop who preached 'God is larger than this dreaded virus' dies of COVID-19

Bishop Gerald Glenn, the founder and pastor of New Deliverance Evangelistic Church in Chesterfield, Virginia, died Saturday night, church elder Bryan Nevers said in a video post on the church's Facebook page. “I firmly believe that God is larger than this dreaded virus,” Glenn told his congregation in a sermon that day, according to video of the service shared by WTVR.

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Thu Apr 16 - Google
South Korea's ruling party wins election landslide amid coronavirus outbreak
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South Korea's ruling party wins election landslide amid coronavirus outbreak

South Korea’s ruling party has won a landslide victory in national assembly elections, in what is being seen as an endorsement of President Moon Jae-in’s response to the coronavirus pandemic. But Moon’s response to the coronavirus outbreak has seen his approval rating jump from 41% in late January to 57%, according to Gallup polls.

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Thu Apr 16 - Google
China tries to revive economy but consumer engine sputters
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China tries to revive economy but consumer engine sputters

Chinese leaders have reopened factories and shops in an effort to revive the economy, but the consumers whose spending propels most of China's growth have been slow to return to shopping malls and auto dealerships.

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Thu Apr 16 - Google
Online banking struggles as people check for coronavirus stimulus checks
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Online banking struggles as people check for coronavirus stimulus checks

Several banks across the US reported trouble with online and mobile banking Wednesday -- the same day that coronavirus IRS stimulus checks are expected to hit bank accounts of those eligible. A spokeswoman for PNC Bank said customers have experienced intermittent access because of "unprecedented volume of customers using these channels to check their accounts for Economic Impact Payments and other forms of financial hardship relief." She added

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Thu Apr 16 - Google
Chinese-owned Smithfield Foods shutters two more meat processing plants in Missouri and Wisconsin
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Chinese-owned Smithfield Foods shutters two more meat processing plants in Missouri and Wisconsin

Smithfield's Sioux Falls plant, where 518 employees and 120 of their family members have tested positive for coronavirus, is now closed indefinitely. Union members at the Cudahy plant criticized the company last month for continuing to operate after the union said two employees tested positive for coronavirus.

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Thu Apr 16 - Google
Republicans go on attack as loans for small businesses start to run out
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Republicans go on attack as loans for small businesses start to run out

Republicans are stepping up their attacks on Democrats for holding up $250 billion in new funding for a popular small-business lending program that has only $25 billion left in its account and is projected to run out of money on Thursday, possibly leaving many employers in a tough spot.

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Thu Apr 16 - Google
WWE releases Kurt Angle, more than a dozen other stars
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WWE releases Kurt Angle, more than a dozen other stars

Among those released are WWE Hall of Famer Kurt Angle, who returned to the company in 2017 to serve as the Raw general manager and a part-time wrestler. I wanted 2 say thank you to the WWE for the time I spent there.I made many new friends and had the opportunity to work with so many talented people, says Kurt Angle

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Thu Apr 16 - Google
'Mandalorian' documentary series coming to Disney+
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'Mandalorian' documentary series coming to Disney+

"'Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian' is an opportunity for fans of the show to take a look inside and get to see a different perspective, and perhaps a greater understanding, of how 'The Mandalorian' came together and some of the incredibly talented contributors throughout Season 1.

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Thu Apr 16 - Google
Disney Reopening Possibly Delayed After California Governor’s New Recommendation
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Disney Reopening Possibly Delayed After California Governor’s New Recommendation

The California Governor has stated that mass gatherings will be unlikely through the end of August, putting the Disneyland Park reopening at stake. But now, it looks as though Disneyland Resort in California could possibly be closed through the end of August as the California Governor recently announced that “large gatherings in June, July and August were ‘unlikely’.”

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Thu Apr 16 - Google
Chris Hemsworth takes a dig at Miley Cyrus after her acrimonious split from his brother Liam
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Chris Hemsworth takes a dig at Miley Cyrus

'We got him out of Malibu': Protective Chris Hemsworth appeared to take a dig at Miley Cyrus this week, after her acrimonious split from his brother Liam In November last year, Spanish actress Elsa spoke about the split at a press conference in Madrid and said that Liam 'deserves much better' than Miley.

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Thu Apr 16 - Google
Britney Spears dances to ex Justin Timberlake's 'Filthy,' calls breakup 'one of the world's biggest'
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Britney Spears dances to ex Justin Timberlake's 'Filthy'

The 38-year-old songstress shared a video on Instagram on Wednesday, showing herself dancing to the song "Filthy" by her ex, Justin Timberlake. "PS I know we had one of the world's biggest breakups 20 years ago …… but hey the man is a genius!!!!" said Spears. Her post contained a cartoon drawing of Spears in her iconic costume from the song's music video, holding a bottle of cleaning hand sanitizer.

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Thu Apr 16 - Google
Apple makes user location data from Apple Maps available to help COVID-19 relief efforts
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Apple makes user location data from Apple Maps available to help COVID-19 relief efforts

Apple is now sharing aggregated mobility data from Apple Maps to help public health officials better understand changes in how people are moving in their communities, the company announced today. The new website joins other efforts from Apple to aid the response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including partnering with Google to build a contract-tracing system, making a COVID-19 screening tool, and designing and shipping face shields for medical workers.

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Thu Apr 16 - Google
Riot Games unveils initial approach to esports for VALORANT
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Riot Games unveils initial approach to esports for VALORANT

Riot Games has released its initial esports plans for its free-to-play first-person shooter title, VALORANT. The community guidelines have been devised to guide third-party tournament organisers when it comes to planning events on the first-person shooter. Whalen Rozelle, Senior Director of Global Esports at Riot Games, spoke on the announcement in a release: “We’re overwhelmed by the initial interest and excitement in VALORANT.

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Thu Apr 16 - Google
This OnePlus 8 Pro Pre-Order Deal Gets You $120 in Freebies
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This OnePlus 8 Pro Pre-Order Deal Gets You $120 in Freebies

Starting today at 9AM Pacific (12PM Eastern), if you buy a OnePlus 8 Pro, OnePlus will toss in their $70 Warp Charge 30 Wireless charger and a pair of their new Bullets Wireless Z earbuds ($50 value). If you were more interested in the regular OnePlus 8, you also have a pre-order deal today that includes a free pair of the Bullets Wireless Z.

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Thu Apr 16 - Google
Nintendo Switch bundles, a 4K Blu-ray sale, and more of the week’s best deals
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Nintendo Switch bundles, a 4K Blu-ray sale

GameStop’s bundles are still the best option for buying a Nintendo Switch right now, but the retailer is switching up what’s included in each collection. Nintendo Switch Lite bundle GameStop’s new Nintendo Switch Lite bundle includes a handheld console, screen protector, $20 eShop gift card, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and Super Smash Bros.

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Thu Apr 16 - Google
Emurgo, a blockchain technology-based startup collaborated with Indonesian coffee chain Blue Korintji
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A Blockchain startup that helps you identify the farmer who grew your coffee

Emurgo, a blockchain technology-based startup collaborated with Indonesian coffee chain Blue Korintji Coffee to help their paying customers identify the farmer who grew their coffee, the company that roasted the beans and even the logistics involved. The main purpose of this technology is to build trust through transparent supply chains. Customers just need to scan a barcode at the coffee shop to track the supply chain

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Wed Apr 15 - Nikkei
Knowledge versus attributes of co-workers
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Skills versus attributes of co-workers

Heffke F. (2019) studied wage and employment data that cover millions of workers and their co-workers in Sweden from 2001-2010. He found that the value of what a person knows depends on who they work with. His study concludes that in order to earn high wages, it is insufficient to be highly skilled oneself; workers must also find co-workers with skills that complement their skills and not substitute

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Wed Apr 15 - AAAS
COVID-19 pandemic and the importance of health literacy
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COVID-19 pandemic and the importance of health literacy

The rapid spread of COVID-19 has called for people to acquire health information, and adapt their behavior at a fast pace. Zarocostas J. (2020) states that COVID-19 has shown that low health literacy is an underestimated problem globally. For communicable diseases like COVID-19, the risk of becoming infected is dependent on other people’s compliance with the guidelines. Therefore, health literacy and social responsibility are fundamental to fight this pandemic

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Wed Apr 15 - TheLancet
Spain’s unemployment rate could cross 20% this year
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Spain’s unemployment rate could cross 20% this year

According to the latest World Economic Outlook by the International Monetary Fund, Spain’s unemployment rate could reach 20.8% this year due to the economic crisis caused by Coronavirus. Spain and Italy implemented nationwide lockdown in March but the Spanish economy was more dependent on temporary contract workers which makes it more vulnerable to any economic impact. Every month of lockdown will cost 2% of its GDP, IMF says

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Wed Apr 15 - CNBC
Singapore ranked the World’s most expensive city to live in
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Singapore ranked the World’s most expensive city to live in

The Economist Intelligence Unit recently released a report in which they surveyed the worldwide cost of living, Singapore topped the list along with Hong Kong and a new entrant Osaka. The Japanese city replaced Paris to feature in the top 3. The survey evaluates the cost of over 160 goods and services in 133 cities around the world. New York City comes at number 4 followed by Paris

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Wed Apr 15 - CNN
Starving Indian migrant workers protesting against lockdown extension
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Starving Indian migrant workers protesting against lockdown extension

Thousands of migrant workers in India are protesting against lockdown extension as they are left with no money, food, or promised Government aid. More than 1,000 workers gathered in Bandra, Mumbai defying coronavirus rules and protesting against the extension. Workers called for food and aid. Indian Government promised to support 800 million poor Indians but the recent incidents sparked anger among people across the country

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Wed Apr 15 - AlJazeera
Global coronavirus cases above 2 million
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Global coronavirus cases above 2 million

Coronavirus cases around the world jumped above 2 million on Wednesday morning in Asia. The global death toll stands at 126,758. US has the most COVID19 cases in the world with the total number of reported cases stands at 614,000. The country reported 2,129 fatalities on Tuesday, which takes the total number of fatalities in the country to 26,000

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Wed Apr 15 - Worldometers
COVID-19 damaging mental health of children and adolescents
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COVID-19 damaging mental health of children and adolescents

As of April 15, 2020, schools have been suspended in 188 countries forcing 1.5 million children to sit at homes, according to UNESCO. For children with mental health needs, such closures mean a lack of access to the resources they have through schools. In a survey by YoungMinds of 2111 participants up to age 25 years with mental illness history, 83% claimed that the pandemic has made their conditions worse.

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Wed Apr 15 - TheLancet
Indonesia using "ghosts" for distancing patrols
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Indonesia using "ghosts" for social distancing patrols

Many countries are encouraging their public to stay at homes and limit gatherings as social distancing is an effective protective measure against COVID-19. A village in Indonesia has reportedly started using volunteers dressed as ghosts to scare people into social distancing. A keeper at a local mosque in the village told the Jakarta Post that the initiative worked. Indonesia so far has 4500 COVID-19 cases and 400 confirmed deaths.

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Tue Apr 14 - BBC
Fortune China released a list of China’s 50 most influential business leaders
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Jack Ma tops the list of China’s most influential business leaders

Fortune China released a list of China’s 50 most influential business leaders in 2020 and Jack Ma ranked first ahead of tech giants like Ren Zhengfei (CEO of Huawei). Leaders were ranked not only on the basis of their company’s success but the leadership qualities to lead the company through the crisis and find a new direction. The CEO of Alibaba showed great strength during the coronavirus crisis

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Tue Apr 14 - Chinaorg