skynewsus--2020-03-16--Trump tells Americans to avoid gatherings of 10 or more people

US President Donald Trump has told Americans to avoid gatherings of 10 or more people - and warned there are now just 15 days to slow the spread of the coronavirus .
Speaking at a White House press briefing , he also said that young people need to play their part as they could end up spreading the virus unknowingly .
Other measures include asking people to stop eating in bars and restaurants - and for parents to teach children at home rather than send them to school - as COVID-19 continues to get a foothold in the US .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ candidate is now part of a clinical trial in the US , suppressing worries that the end to the pandemic seems to be nowhere in sight .
• Globally more than 169,000 are infected and over 7,000 have died • 55 people in the UK have died after contracting COVID-19 • French President Emmanuel Macron has announced Europe 's borders will close at lunchtime tomorrow for 30 days • Virgin Atlantic has asked staff to take unpaid leave for eight weeks due to the pandemic • Actor Idris Elba says he has tested @ @ @ @ @ @ @ encouraged the US to come together `` as one nation '' during the outbreak , adding there will be a celebration once it is over .
He also acknowledged that the virus could now send the US economy into recession , while reassuring airlines that they will get the support from the White House that they need to get in the skies once again .
Mr Trump 's fresh measures come as New York City implemented a city-wide shutdown from Tuesday morning , amid a growing number of coronavirus cases , following the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ means that those cities will only be able to offer food as takeaway to stop people gathering indoors , while also closing nightclubs , bars , entertainment venues and theatres - to slow the spread of COVID-19 .
Earlier on Tuesday , the president took part in a video conference with G7 members ahead of the next meeting in the US in June .
In the meeting , G7 leaders agreed to play their part in the coronavirus pandemic and use financial powers to boost the world economy and restore global growth .

US President Donald Trump has told Americans to avoid gatherings of 10 or more people - and warned there are now just 15 days to slow the spread of the coronavirus.
Speaking at a White House press briefing, he also said that young people need to play their part as they could end up spreading the virus unknowingly.
Other measures include asking people to stop eating in bars and restaurants - and for parents to teach children at home rather than send them to school - as COVID-19 continues to get a foothold in the US.
Image: The new advice from the White House on coronavirus measures
Mr Trump also announced that a vaccine candidate is now part of a clinical trial in the US, suppressing worries that the end to the pandemic seems to be nowhere in sight.
In other coronavirus developments:
Globally more than 169,000 are infected and over 7,000 have died
55 people in the UK have died after contracting COVID-19
in the UK have died after contracting COVID-19 French President Emmanuel Macron has announced Europe's borders will close at lunchtime tomorrow for 30 days
at lunchtime tomorrow for 30 days Virgin Atlantic has asked staff to take unpaid leave for eight weeks due to the pandemic
for eight weeks due to the pandemic Actor Idris Elba says he has tested positive for COVID-19
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The commander in chief encouraged the US to come together "as one nation" during the outbreak, adding there will be a celebration once it is over.
He also acknowledged that the virus could now send the US economy into recession, while reassuring airlines that they will get the support from the White House that they need to get in the skies once again.
Mr Trump's fresh measures come as New York City implemented a city-wide shutdown from Tuesday morning, amid a growing number of coronavirus cases, following the same move from Los Angeles.
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It means that those cities will only be able to offer food as takeaway to stop people gathering indoors, while also closing nightclubs, bars, entertainment venues and theatres - to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Earlier on Tuesday, the president took part in a video conference with G7 members ahead of the next meeting in the US in June.
In the meeting, G7 leaders agreed to play their part in the coronavirus pandemic and use financial powers to boost the world economy and restore global growth.


skynewsus--2020-03-16--US cities put into lockdown as virus cases worldwide overtake China

New York 's mayor has ordered restaurants , bars and cafes to only sell food on a takeaway or delivery basis as the city battles to halt the spread of COVID-19 .
Bill de Blasio also moved to close nightclubs , cinemas , theatres and concert venues .
In a written statement , he said : `` This is not a decision I make lightly .
`` These places are part of the heart and soul of our city .
They are part of what it means to be a New Yorker .
But our city is facing an unprecedented @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a wartime mentality . ''
Similarly in Los Angeles , Mayor Eric Garcetti issued an executive order on Sunday to close bars , nightclubs , entertainment venues and gyms until at least 31 March .
Mr Garcetti said restaurants will be closed to the public but will be allowed to do takeaway and delivery .
Supermarkets will remain open .
Illinois , Ohio , Massachusetts and Washington state are also among places that ordered bars to close and restaurants to stop dine-in services .
Health officials have advised people to distance themselves from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ banning gatherings with more than a certain number of people .
The decision comes just hours after Donald Trump urged the public to stop hoarding groceries during the coronavirus outbreak , telling Americans to `` take it easy '' and `` relax '' .
During a briefing , the president also hailed the `` very good news '' that the Federal Reserve had slashed its benchmark interest rate by a full percentage point to a target range of 0 % to 0.25 % .
US officials have recorded nearly 3,000 COVID-19 cases and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sky 's US correspondent , Greg Milam , said cities and states had decided `` it 's up to them to deal with it '' amid criticism of Mr Trump 's response .
The new measures came as the confirmed cases of coronavirus around the world surpassed 169,000 - meaning there have now been more confirmed cases outside than inside China , where the figure stands at over 81,000 .
Globally , more than 6,500 people have died after testing positive for COVID-19 .
China , Italy , Iran , South Korea and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cases .
Further restrictions and border closures are continuing to be announced around the world .
Spain has enforced a nationwide quarantine , while Austria 's chancellor said his government was limiting people 's movement nationwide .
This came shortly after the country 's Tyrol province followed Italy and Spain in barring people from leaving their homes except for essential errands and work .
Neighbouring Slovenia said it would shut down all public transport starting today and planned to shut all but food shops and pharmacies .
Estonia and Latvia confirmed they would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ except residents , from Tuesday .
Turkey has put aside quarantine beds for more than 10,000 people returning from pilgrimage to Islam 's holy sites in Saudi Arabia .
It has also suspended mass prayers in mosques .
Italy , the worst-hit European country with more than 21,000 infections and 1,400 deaths , wound its nearly week-old lockdown still tighter .
The transport ministry banned passengers from taking ferries to the island of Sardinia , and also banned overnight train trips - which many in the worst-affected north had been taking to reach @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Nearby Morocco has suspended all international flights and announced it will close all mosques from Monday along with restaurants , theatres and sports clubs .
Takeaway food and shops selling essentials are exempt .
Somalia confirmed its first case of coronavirus - a Somali national who travelled from China last week - after they tested positive for COVID-19 .
France , which has reported 4,500 cases and 91 deaths , went ahead with nationwide elections to choose mayors and other local leaders despite a crackdown on public gatherings .
The state of Bavaria @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nearly 3,800 cases and eight deaths nationwide as of Saturday , also went ahead with municipal elections .
German newspaper Bild has since reported that the government is looking to close restaurants , non-essential shops and ban church services as part of a new wave of measures to tackle the outbreak .
Meanwhile , German airline Lufthansa has said it will cut 90 % of its long-haul flights from Tuesday and the country 's Bundesliga and second division football leagues will be put on hold until 2 April at the very least .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ South East Asia too , with soldiers and police sealing the densely populated Philippine capital Manila from most domestic travellers , in one of the region 's most drastic containment measures .
In Indonesia , President Joko Widodo asked all people to work , study and worship from home .
Malaysia said it would restrict travel , ban public gatherings , and close schools , universities and shops from Wednesday .
In China , where the virus was first detected , those arriving on overseas flights were routed to a converted exhibition centre @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to their homes or other quarantine locations .
In the Middle East , Muslim authorities announced that Jerusalem 's al Aqsa mosque , Islam 's third-holiest site , would be closed indefinitely due to concerns about the outbreak , with prayers continuing to be held on the sprawling esplanade outside .
Iran said it had nearly 14,000 virus cases and 724 deaths , while Egypt has reported 110 cases , including two fatalities .
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu 's trial on serious corruption charges , which was supposed to begin this week @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of restrictions on public gatherings .
Guatemala has logged its first fatality from coronavirus as nations in South and Central America ramped up measures to contain the infection , with Panama banning entry of non-resident foreigners and Honduras closing its borders to passenger traffic for a week .
: : Listen to the Daily podcast on Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts , Spotify , Spreaker The leaders of Argentina and Peru also announced border closures .
Several African governments have closed borders , cancelled flights and imposed strict entry and quarantine requirements to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Africa declared a national state of disaster and warned the outbreak could have a `` potentially lasting '' impact and banned gatherings of more than 100 people .
Kenya suspended travel from any country with reported COVID-19 cases .
In west Africa , Ghana will ban entry from Tuesday to anyone who has been to a country with more than 200 coronavirus cases in the past 14 days , unless they are an official resident or Ghanaian national .
In southern Africa , Namibia ordered schools to close for a month after recording @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which has no confirmed case of COVID-19 , has suspended all international flights and Tanzania cancelled flights to India and suspended school games .
• Virus has infected more than 169,000 people worldwide and killed over 6,500 • Italy records 368 more deaths from the coronavirus outbreak on Sunday , its biggest one day rise • Britain will isolate older people `` within weeks '' and force into quarantine anyone diagnosed with coronavirus • Public Health England ( PHE ) warned health chiefs the epidemic in the UK could last until spring 2021 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 1,543 people had tested positive for coronavirus in the UK • Figures from Sunday show 35 people in the UK have died since being diagnosed • More major retailers shut stores in the US including Nike , Under Armour , and Lululemon Athletica Sky News will broadcast a special programme at 6pm , with experts answering your questions # AskSkyNews at 12.30pm

New York's mayor has ordered restaurants, bars and cafes to only sell food on a takeaway or delivery basis as the city battles to halt the spread of COVID-19.
Bill de Blasio also moved to close nightclubs, cinemas, theatres and concert venues.
In a written statement, he said: "This is not a decision I make lightly.
Image: Restaurants are closed to dine-in customers
Image: Restaurants in New York have been made to close
"These places are part of the heart and soul of our city. They are part of what it means to be a New Yorker. But our city is facing an unprecedented threat, and we must respond with a wartime mentality."
Similarly in Los Angeles, Mayor Eric Garcetti issued an executive order on Sunday to close bars, nightclubs, entertainment venues and gyms until at least 31 March.
Mr Garcetti said restaurants will be closed to the public but will be allowed to do takeaway and delivery. Supermarkets will remain open.
Illinois, Ohio, Massachusetts and Washington state are also among places that ordered bars to close and restaurants to stop dine-in services.
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Health officials have advised people to distance themselves from each other socially, with some states banning gatherings with more than a certain number of people.
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The decision comes just hours after Donald Trump urged the public to stop hoarding groceries during the coronavirus outbreak, telling Americans to "take it easy" and "relax".
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During a briefing, the president also hailed the "very good news" that the Federal Reserve had slashed its benchmark interest rate by a full percentage point to a target range of 0% to 0.25%.
US officials have recorded more than 4,600 COVID-19 cases and 85 deaths linked to the virus.
Sky's US correspondent, Greg Milam, said cities and states had decided "it's up to them to deal with it" amid criticism of Mr Trump's response.
The new measures came as the confirmed cases of coronavirus around the world surpassed 169,000 - meaning there have now been more confirmed cases outside than inside China, where the figure stands at over 81,000.
Globally, more than 6,500 people have died after testing positive for COVID-19. China, Italy, Iran, South Korea and Spain are the countries with the most cases.
Further restrictions and border closures are continuing to be announced around the world.
Spain has enforced a nationwide quarantine, while Austria's chancellor said his government was limiting people's movement nationwide.
This came shortly after the country's Tyrol province followed Italy and Spain in barring people from leaving their homes except for essential errands and work.
Neighbouring Slovenia said it would shut down all public transport starting today and planned to shut all but food shops and pharmacies.
Estonia and Latvia confirmed they would close their borders to foreign nationals, except residents, from Tuesday.
Turkey has put aside quarantine beds for more than 10,000 people returning from pilgrimage to Islam's holy sites in Saudi Arabia. It has also suspended mass prayers in mosques.
Image: People wave and clap their hands next to a Italian flags during a lockdown 'flash mob' in Rome
Italy, the worst-hit European country with more than 21,000 infections and 1,400 deaths, wound its nearly week-old lockdown still tighter.
The transport ministry banned passengers from taking ferries to the island of Sardinia, and also banned overnight train trips - which many in the worst-affected north had been taking to reach homes and families in the south.
Nearby Morocco has suspended all international flights and announced it will close all mosques from Monday along with restaurants, theatres and sports clubs. Takeaway food and shops selling essentials are exempt.
Somalia confirmed its first case of coronavirus - a Somali national who travelled from China last week - after they tested positive for COVID-19.
France, which has reported 4,500 cases and 91 deaths, went ahead with nationwide elections to choose mayors and other local leaders despite a crackdown on public gatherings.
Image: Restaurants in Paris have also been closed
The state of Bavaria in neighbouring Germany, which had reported nearly 3,800 cases and eight deaths nationwide as of Saturday, also went ahead with municipal elections.
German newspaper Bild has since reported that the government is looking to close restaurants, non-essential shops and ban church services as part of a new wave of measures to tackle the outbreak.
Meanwhile, German airline Lufthansa has said it will cut 90% of its long-haul flights from Tuesday and the country's Bundesliga and second division football leagues will be put on hold until 2 April at the very least.
There were tough steps being taken in South East Asia too, with soldiers and police sealing the densely populated Philippine capital Manila from most domestic travellers, in one of the region's most drastic containment measures.
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In Indonesia, President Joko Widodo asked all people to work, study and worship from home.
Malaysia said it would restrict travel, ban public gatherings, and close schools, universities and shops from Wednesday.
In China, where the virus was first detected, those arriving on overseas flights were routed to a converted exhibition centre for initial checks before being shuttled off to their homes or other quarantine locations.
In the Middle East, Muslim authorities announced that Jerusalem's al Aqsa mosque, Islam's third-holiest site, would be closed indefinitely due to concerns about the outbreak, with prayers continuing to be held on the sprawling esplanade outside.
Iran said it had nearly 14,000 virus cases and 724 deaths, while Egypt has reported 110 cases, including two fatalities.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's trial on serious corruption charges, which was supposed to begin this week, was postponed for two months because of restrictions on public gatherings.
Guatemala has logged its first fatality from coronavirus as nations in South and Central America ramped up measures to contain the infection, with Panama banning entry of non-resident foreigners and Honduras closing its borders to passenger traffic for a week.
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The leaders of Argentina and Peru also announced border closures.
Several African governments have closed borders, cancelled flights and imposed strict entry and quarantine requirements to contain the spread of coronavirus.
South Africa declared a national state of disaster and warned the outbreak could have a "potentially lasting" impact and banned gatherings of more than 100 people.
Kenya suspended travel from any country with reported COVID-19 cases.
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In west Africa, Ghana will ban entry from Tuesday to anyone who has been to a country with more than 200 coronavirus cases in the past 14 days, unless they are an official resident or Ghanaian national.
In southern Africa, Namibia ordered schools to close for a month after recording its first two cases.
Djibouti, which has no confirmed case of COVID-19, has suspended all international flights and Tanzania cancelled flights to India and suspended school games.
In other developments:
Virus has infected more than 169,000 people worldwide and killed over 6,500
Italy records 368 more deaths from the coronavirus outbreak on Sunday, its biggest one day rise
Britain will isolate older people "within weeks" and force into quarantine anyone diagnosed with coronavirus
"within weeks" and force into quarantine anyone diagnosed with coronavirus Public Health England (PHE) warned health chiefs the epidemic in the UK could last until spring 2021
As of 9am on Monday, 1,543 people had tested positive for coronavirus in the UK
Figures from Sunday show 35 people in the UK have died since being diagnosed
show 35 people in the UK have died since being diagnosed More major retailers shut stores in the US including Nike, Under Armour, and Lululemon Athletica
Sky News will broadcast a special programme at 6pm, with experts answering your questions #AskSkyNews at 12.30pm


skynewsus--2020-03-16--Huge queues as Americans panic buy guns amid virus outbreak

Gun sellers in the US have reported a huge rise in sales over recent weeks , as Americans stock up on weapons amid the global pandemic .
Gun sales in areas which have been hard hit by the COVID-19 outbreak , such as Washington , California and New York , have reportedly soared , as weapon-owners fear a breakdown in public order .
People have been seen in long queues outside shops , in an effort to boost their personal arsenals , as coronavirus pandemic deepens in the US .
There are also reports that people who have never owned @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - to ready themselves for any breaches in public security .
Customers queuing in Los Angeles told local media that `` politicians and anti-gun people have been telling us for the longest time that we do n't need guns '' .
They added : `` But right now , a lot of people are truly scared , and they can make that decision themselves . ''
According to the Los Angeles Times , one gun seller in Oklahoma had recently seen people buying thousands of dollars worth of equipment at a time , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ its large stocks .
The paper also said many people of Asian heritage were buying weapons , out of fear of a backlash against their community over the outbreak .
Online ammunition retailer ammo.com reported a surge in sales since the COVID-19 outbreak , reporting a 68 % uptake in people buying from its website .
Donald Trump Jr , the US president 's son , claimed at the weekend that his `` Democrat friends '' had been in touch with him to ask what guns they should purchase , adding : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you need it . ''
However , the increase of guns being bought in the US has not been welcomed by everyone , with gun safety activists worried about weapons lying around the house while children are off school .
: : Listen to the Daily podcast on Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts , Spotify , Spreaker During Sunday evening 's US election debate , Everytown , a gun control group , tweeted : `` The COVID-19 # NationalEmergency means millions of children and teens will be home over the next several weeks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unsecured guns .
`` Parents : # BeSMART for Kids : Store guns locked , unloaded and separate from ammunition . ''
On Sunday , US President Donald Trump told Americans to `` take it easy '' and `` relax '' when it comes to panic buying , although it is not clear whether this included people buying more weapons .

Gun sellers in the US have reported a huge rise in sales over recent weeks, as Americans stock up on weapons amid the global pandemic.
Gun sales in areas which have been hard hit by the COVID-19 outbreak, such as Washington, California and New York, have reportedly soared, as weapon-owners fear a breakdown in public order.
People have been seen in long queues outside shops, in an effort to boost their personal arsenals, as coronavirus pandemic deepens in the US.
There are also reports that people who have never owned a weapon before are joining the queues - to ready themselves for any breaches in public security.
Customers queuing in Los Angeles told local media that "politicians and anti-gun people have been telling us for the longest time that we don't need guns".
They added: "But right now, a lot of people are truly scared, and they can make that decision themselves."
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According to the Los Angeles Times, one gun seller in Oklahoma had recently seen people buying thousands of dollars worth of equipment at a time, in order to protect themselves, depleting its large stocks.
The paper also said many people of Asian heritage were buying weapons, out of fear of a backlash against their community over the outbreak.
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Online ammunition retailer ammo.com reported a surge in sales since the COVID-19 outbreak, reporting a 68% uptake in people buying from its website.
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Donald Trump Jr, the US president's son, claimed at the weekend that his "Democrat friends" had been in touch with him to ask what guns they should purchase, adding: "You don't need it, till you need it."
However, the increase of guns being bought in the US has not been welcomed by everyone, with gun safety activists worried about weapons lying around the house while children are off school.
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During Sunday evening's US election debate, Everytown, a gun control group, tweeted: "The COVID-19 #NationalEmergency means millions of children and teens will be home over the next several weeks, some in homes with loaded, unsecured guns.
"Parents: #BeSMART for Kids: Store guns locked, unloaded and separate from ammunition."
On Sunday, US President Donald Trump told Americans to "take it easy" and "relax" when it comes to panic buying, although it is not clear whether this included people buying more weapons.


skynewsus--2020-03-16--Hollywood stars reveal how they keep busy while staying at home

The coronavirus pandemic has caused countless concerts to be cancelled , TV shows to be recorded in front of empty audiences , and filming on blockbuster movies to be suspended .
Many celebrities are unable to go to work as a result of the coronavirus outbreak - and some are now telling millions of fans on social media about their approach to keeping busy .
Of course , none of this is official advice .
Hollywood star Arnold Schwarzenegger shared a video with his 4.4 million followers showing him relaxing at his dining table with his miniature donkey Whisky and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fans they had just eaten together , and while he had eaten some vegan food , Whisky and Lulu had stuck to carrots .
In his short video on Twitter , he explained : `` That 's what we do , we do n't go out , we do n't go to restaurants ... Public gatherings and gymnasiums are all out of the window .
We stay home . ''
Alongside his video , the 72-year-old wrote : `` Listen to the experts , ignore the morons ( foreheads ) .
We will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ week , Schwarzenegger also posted a hand-washing tutorial with his Yorkshire Terrier Cherry watching him from the kitchen surface , telling fans `` I wash my hands at least 50 times a day . ''
Actress Hilary Duff has made an impassioned plea to her 14.7 million Instagram followers .
The 32-year-old said in her Instagram story : `` To all you young millennial a******s that keep going out partying : go home .
Stop killing old people please . ''
She also asked for some TV advice from fans - explaining she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Is Blind , and was now wondering if she should watch Game Of Thrones again .
Rod Stewart chose to show rather than tell , as he stepped out in Bel Air , Los Angeles wearing white cotton gloves .
The 75-year-old rockstar ate breakfast with his wife Penny Lancaster , with the couple holding hands as they strolled along the pavement .
But while he was happy to be outside , he was clearly taking no chances with his hand hygiene .
Earlier this week it was announced he would be postponing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ notice .
Lady Gaga appealed to fans to use their `` kindness '' to defeat the virus .
Along with a close-up photo of her face obscured by her hand , the 33-year-old popstar wrote : `` This is reminding I think a lot of us what it is to both feel like and be a human being .
`` I think it 's so important to acknowledge that we are and must be a global kind singular community .
We ca n't do this without kindness .
And coronavirus is not prejudiced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is to accept there will be times we feel powerless and out of control - but we can fill that space with kindness and be a part of the solution to a world problem .
`` We then have control .
We can create healing by learning how to be kind and take care of each other and ourselves during this time . ''
Elisabeth Moss shared the news that the filming of the fourth season of The Handmaid 's Tale has been put on hold .
She posted a picture of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bonnets , hung unused along a coat rack .
The 37-year-old actress wrote : `` Hey guys : ) we shut down production of season 4 in order to preserve the health and safety of our cast and crew and join the world in an attempt to flatten the curve .
`` This show is my life and this cast and crew is my family .
Nothing is more important than making sure they and everyone around them is safe .
We hope to be back in production as soon as it 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the meantime , stay safe and healthy and take care of yourselves .
So much love from our family to yours . ''
Taylor Swift told fans to sacrifice their social life for the greater good .
The 30-year-old , who recently released new single The Man , wrote : `` I love you so much and need to express my concern that things are n't being taken seriously enough right now .
I 'm seeing lots of get-togethers and hangs and parties still happening .
`` This is the time to cancel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as you can and do n't assume that because you do n't feel sick that you are n't possibly passing something on to someone elderly or vulnerable to this .
`` It 's a really scary time , but we need to make sacrifices right now . ''
Miley Cyrus warned fans not to stockpile resources , and to think of others .
She wrote : `` Be thoughtful .
Respectful .
Compassionate .
HUMAN .
while preparing for social distancing ... . ''
NO ONE needs every soup in the store , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and sparse necessities will become , leaving many without essentials .
This is a great time to practice restraint ... '' It 's incredibly difficult to make smart decisions while panicking but think twice before following the fear and being inconsiderate .
`` There is enough to go around if we take care of one another .
This is a beautiful time to LEAD ! ''
The 30-year old has posted several clips from her Hannah Montana era over the last few days to back up her message , along with hand washing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to cancel her performance at the Melbourne Bushfire Benefit Concert in Australia due to the global health crisis .
The 26-year-old said on Instagram Stories : `` I keep hearing from a surprising amount of people , statements like , 'This is n't a big deal ' , 'We 'll be fine ' , 'We still have to go about our lives ' and it 's really blowing my mind .
`` I understand if that is how u felt weeks ago .
But please read about what 's going on .
Please @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` It is incredibly dangerous and selfish to take this situation lightly .
The 'we will be fine because we 're young ' mindset is putting people who are n't young and/or healthy in a lot of danger .
`` You sound stupid and privileged and you need to care more about others .
Like now . ''

The coronavirus pandemic has caused countless concerts to be cancelled, TV shows to be recorded in front of empty audiences, and filming on blockbuster movies to be suspended.
Many celebrities are unable to go to work as a result of the coronavirus outbreak - and some are now telling millions of fans on social media about their approach to keeping busy.
Of course, none of this is official advice.
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player 0:33 Former Terminator Arnold Schwarzenegger released a video at home with his two donkeys, telling people not to go out.
Arnold Schwarzenegger
Hollywood star Arnold Schwarzenegger shared a video with his 4.4 million followers showing him relaxing at his dining table with his miniature donkey Whisky and miniature pony Lulu.
The ex-bodybuilder told fans they had just eaten together, and while he had eaten some vegan food, Whisky and Lulu had stuck to carrots.
In his short video on Twitter, he explained: "That's what we do, we don't go out, we don't go to restaurants... Public gatherings and gymnasiums are all out of the window. We stay home."
Alongside his video, the 72-year-old wrote: "Listen to the experts, ignore the morons (foreheads). We will get through this together."
Last week, Schwarzenegger also posted a hand-washing tutorial with his Yorkshire Terrier Cherry watching him from the kitchen surface, telling fans "I wash my hands at least 50 times a day."
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Image: Hilary Duff warns fellow millenials to be less selfish
Hilary Duff
Actress Hilary Duff has made an impassioned plea to her 14.7 million Instagram followers.
The 32-year-old said in her Instagram story: "To all you young millennial a******s that keep going out partying: go home. Stop killing old people please."
She also asked for some TV advice from fans - explaining she had finished watching Netflix dating show Love Is Blind, and was now wondering if she should watch Game Of Thrones again.
Image: Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster hold hands, but the gloves stay on
Rod Stewart
Rod Stewart chose to show rather than tell, as he stepped out in Bel Air, Los Angeles wearing white cotton gloves.
The 75-year-old rockstar ate breakfast with his wife Penny Lancaster, with the couple holding hands as they strolled along the pavement.
But while he was happy to be outside, he was clearly taking no chances with his hand hygiene.
Earlier this week it was announced he would be postponing his Las Vegas residency performances until further notice.
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Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga appealed to fans to use their "kindness" to defeat the virus.
Along with a close-up photo of her face obscured by her hand, the 33-year-old popstar wrote: "This is reminding I think a lot of us what it is to both feel like and be a human being.
"I think it's so important to acknowledge that we are and must be a global kind singular community. We can't do this without kindness. And coronavirus is not prejudiced.
"My thought for the day is to accept there will be times we feel powerless and out of control - but we can fill that space with kindness and be a part of the solution to a world problem.
"We then have control. We can create healing by learning how to be kind and take care of each other and ourselves during this time."
Image: Elizabeth Moss as Ofred in The Handmaid's Tale. Pic: Hulu
Elisabeth Moss
Elisabeth Moss shared the news that the filming of the fourth season of The Handmaid's Tale has been put on hold.
She posted a picture of the dystopian show's distinctive handmaid cloaks and bonnets, hung unused along a coat rack.
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The 37-year-old actress wrote: "Hey guys:) we shut down production of season 4 in order to preserve the health and safety of our cast and crew and join the world in an attempt to flatten the curve.
"This show is my life and this cast and crew is my family. Nothing is more important than making sure they and everyone around them is safe. We hope to be back in production as soon as it's safe to do so.
"In the meantime, stay safe and healthy and take care of yourselves. So much love from our family to yours."
Image: Taylor Swift told fans to 'cancel plans'
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Taylor Swift told fans to sacrifice their social life for the greater good.
The 30-year-old, who recently released new single The Man, wrote: "I love you so much and need to express my concern that things aren't being taken seriously enough right now. I'm seeing lots of get-togethers and hangs and parties still happening.
"This is the time to cancel plans, actually truly isolate as much as you can and don't assume that because you don't feel sick that you aren't possibly passing something on to someone elderly or vulnerable to this.
"It's a really scary time, but we need to make sacrifices right now."
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Miley Cyrus
Miley Cyrus warned fans not to stockpile resources, and to think of others.
She wrote: "Be thoughtful. Respectful. Compassionate. HUMAN. while preparing for social distancing....
"NO ONE needs every soup in the store, The more we hoard the more expensive and sparse necessities will become, leaving many without essentials. This is a great time to practice restraint...
"It's incredibly difficult to make smart decisions while panicking but think twice before following the fear and being inconsiderate.
"There is enough to go around if we take care of one another. This is a beautiful time to LEAD!"
The 30-year old has posted several clips from her Hannah Montana era over the last few days to back up her message, along with hand washing tips.
Last week Cyrus was forced to cancel her performance at the Melbourne Bushfire Benefit Concert in Australia due to the global health crisis.
Image: Ariana Grande said some people's blaze attitude was blowing her mind
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Ariana Grande warned people not to turn a "blind eye".
The 26-year-old said on Instagram Stories: "I keep hearing from a surprising amount of people, statements like, 'This isn't a big deal', 'We'll be fine', 'We still have to go about our lives' and it's really blowing my mind.
"I understand if that is how u felt weeks ago. But please read about what's going on. Please don't turn a blind eye.
"It is incredibly dangerous and selfish to take this situation lightly. The 'we will be fine because we're young' mindset is putting people who aren't young and/or healthy in a lot of danger.
"You sound stupid and privileged and you need to care more about others. Like now."


skynewsus--2020-03-16--Dow Jones suffers worst-ever loss in coronavirus market meltdown

The Dow Jones Industrial Average has endured its worst ever daily points loss as global markets react to the latest dire news on the spread of coronavirus .
Markets were running scared as Monday began after America 's central bank , the Federal Reserve , slashed its benchmark interest rate to near zero on Sunday night in an attempt to help the US economy come through the COVID-19 outbreak .
The Fed also said it would expand its balance sheet by at least $ 700bn ( £565bn ) in the coming weeks to help stabilise market confidence .
After falls @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the UK was trading more than 400 points or 8 % down by lunchtime at 4,926 , though it closed 4 % lower at 5,151 .
Airlines and holiday firms led the fallers following a slew of announcements relating to the grounding of planes and warnings that the industry will need the support of governments globally to survive the crisis intact .
IAG , the owner of British Airways , was 28 % down at one stage while holiday operator TUI saw its shares plunge by more than 30 % after it warned @ @ @ @ @ @ @ holidays were being cancelled .
The CAC in France and German DAX were both more than 10 % lower mid-session but also fought back to lose 5.75 % and 5.3 % respectively .
Trading in US stock markets was suspended shortly after the opening bell when values on the S & P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average tumbled by more than 7 % - triggering so-called circuit breakers to ease volatility .
Both later resumed more than 10 % down and losses intensified for a while as Mr Trump outlined an escalation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , warning that a recession may be on the way but he expected the economy and stock markets to bounce back strongly once the worst was over .
The Dow ended the day 13 % down and lost a record 2,997 points .
It was the worst day , in terms of percentage losses , for both indices since the Black Monday falls of 1987 .
Brent crude oil was 10 % down at just $ 30 per barrel given a slump in global demand coupled with Saudi threats to pump at record @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to punish Russia for refusing to sign up to steep output cuts to support prices .
Financial analysts saw no end to the stock sell-off in sight as the news on coronavirus gets worse on a daily basis and a growing number of companies cut or suspend operations .
Vauxhall 's owner , PSA , was among firms to announce just that on Monday - saying it was to temporarily suspend output at all its factories , including Ellesmere Port and Luton in the UK , this week until 27 March at least @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spread of COVID-19 and supply issues alongside the collapse in the car market globally .
Sectors facing massive disruption , such as retail , hospitality and airlines , have appealed for government support .
Leaders of the G7 group of wealthy nations , including the UK , said in a statement following a call they were committed to doing `` whatever is necessary '' to battle the pandemic and to work together more closely to protect public health , jobs and growth .
The finance ministers of the countries which use the euro @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fiscal support plan , worth around 1 % of annual GDP , to support economic activity .
Central banks are also facing pressure to bolster their measures in support of business .
Andrew Bailey , who replaced Mark Carney as Bank of England governor on Monday , said the bank was `` very keen '' to ensure short-term damage to the UK economy did not permanently impair longer-term growth .
`` That 's why you saw prompt action last week , that 's why you will see prompt action again when we need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can be assured of that , '' he said .
Mr Bailey said a move on Sunday by six central banks , including the BoE , to inject cheap US dollar funds to the financial system was in response to some `` pretty big dislocations '' in markets .
`` We 're going to see how that works its way through the markets today ( and ) in the coming days to see what the effect is , but I would emphasise that this is strong coordination among central banks . ''
Other @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Bank of England , have said they would co-ordinate to ease liquidity in an attempt to blunt the economic impact of the virus .
A Bank statement on Sunday said such action would `` improve global liquidity by lowering the price and extending the maximum term of US dollar lending operations '' .
It added : `` These new operations will help ease strains in global funding markets , thereby supporting the supply of credit to households and businesses . ''

The Dow Jones Industrial Average has endured its worst ever daily points loss as global markets react to the latest dire news on the spread of coronavirus.
Markets were running scared as Monday began after America's central bank, the Federal Reserve, slashed its benchmark interest rate to near zero on Sunday night in an attempt to help the US economy come through the COVID-19 outbreak.
The Fed also said it would expand its balance sheet by at least $700bn (£565bn) in the coming weeks to help stabilise market confidence.
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After falls in Asia, the FTSE 100 in the UK was trading more than 400 points or 8% down by lunchtime at 4,926, though it closed 4% lower at 5,151.
Airlines and holiday firms led the fallers following a slew of announcements relating to the grounding of planes and warnings that the industry will need the support of governments globally to survive the crisis intact.
IAG, the owner of British Airways, was 28% down at one stage while holiday operator TUI saw its shares plunge by more than 30% after it warned the "vast majority" of its holidays were being cancelled.
The CAC in France and German DAX were both more than 10% lower mid-session but also fought back to lose 5.75% and 5.3% respectively.
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Trading in US stock markets was suspended shortly after the opening bell when values on the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average tumbled by more than 7% - triggering so-called circuit breakers to ease volatility.
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Both later resumed more than 10% down and losses intensified for a while as Mr Trump outlined an escalation in the US response to tackle COVID-19, warning that a recession may be on the way but he expected the economy and stock markets to bounce back strongly once the worst was over.
The Dow ended the day 13% down and lost a record 2,997 points. It was the worst day, in terms of percentage losses, for both indices since the Black Monday falls of 1987.
Brent crude oil was 10% down at just $30 per barrel given a slump in global demand coupled with Saudi threats to pump at record levels from next month in a bid to punish Russia for refusing to sign up to steep output cuts to support prices.
Financial analysts saw no end to the stock sell-off in sight as the news on coronavirus gets worse on a daily basis and a growing number of companies cut or suspend operations.
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Vauxhall's owner, PSA, was among firms to announce just that on Monday - saying it was to temporarily suspend output at all its factories, including Ellesmere Port and Luton in the UK, this week until 27 March at least.
It cited efforts to combat the spread of COVID-19 and supply issues alongside the collapse in the car market globally.
Sectors facing massive disruption, such as retail, hospitality and airlines, have appealed for government support.
Leaders of the G7 group of wealthy nations, including the UK, said in a statement following a call they were committed to doing "whatever is necessary" to battle the pandemic and to work together more closely to protect public health, jobs and growth.
The finance ministers of the countries which use the euro currency later said they had agreed a fiscal support plan, worth around 1% of annual GDP, to support economic activity.
Central banks are also facing pressure to bolster their measures in support of business.
Andrew Bailey, who replaced Mark Carney as Bank of England governor on Monday, said the bank was "very keen" to ensure short-term damage to the UK economy did not permanently impair longer-term growth.
"That's why you saw prompt action last week, that's why you will see prompt action again when we need to take it, and the public can be assured of that," he said.
Mr Bailey said a move on Sunday by six central banks, including the BoE, to inject cheap US dollar funds to the financial system was in response to some "pretty big dislocations" in markets.
"We're going to see how that works its way through the markets today (and) in the coming days to see what the effect is, but I would emphasise that this is strong coordination among central banks."
Other central banks around the world, including the Bank of England, have said they would co-ordinate to ease liquidity in an attempt to blunt the economic impact of the virus.
A Bank statement on Sunday said such action would "improve global liquidity by lowering the price and extending the maximum term of US dollar lending operations".
It added: "These new operations will help ease strains in global funding markets, thereby supporting the supply of credit to households and businesses."


skynewsus--2020-03-17--Coronavirus: The city that never sleeps is having an early night

New York feels weird .
The flashing lights in Times Square are on , but everyone 's at home .
A few tourists are still here , some taking selfies in face masks .
The Naked Cowboy is withstanding the cold and the coronavirus but few are in the mood for a song .
`` The bar is closed , the gym is closed , the restaurant is closed and the spa is closed , '' the receptionist told me .
If I want breakfast , it will have to be in my room .
`` I 'd stock up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was the advice from the concierge .
Everyone is getting used to what this means .
I must n't exaggerate .
This is nothing compared to what we 've seen in Madrid and Rome in recent days , and I doubt it will ever be like that .
: : Listen to Divided States on Apple podcasts , Google Podcasts , Spotify , and Spreaker New Yorkers are a resilient bunch .
They 've been through 9/11 and other tough times , but this has an air of the unknown , and that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recorded more than 4,600 COVID-19 cases and 85 deaths linked to the virus .
As I write this , I read on Twitter that the satirical Saturday Night Live will not return until further notice .
The New York based show is a master at taking apart the establishment .
There 's nothing funny about this situation , but I 'm sure many of us could do with some comic relief at this time .
New York is epicentre for the coronavirus in America now - it has overtaken Washington State in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ confirmed cases but no-one believes that 's an accurate figure .
The true number will be far , far higher .
The city 's mayor has asked for sites to be identified as potential hospitals .
Non-emergency operations are being cancelled to free up extra beds .
These are extraordinary times , they 're preparing for the worst .
The mood is lowering as the numbers are rising , day-by-day here .
It 's just gone 8pm here and the new measures have kicked in .
The bars are shut , the restaurants @ @ @ @ @ @ @ quiet outside , that New York hum has gone .
The city that never sleeps is having an early night .
Sky News will broadcast a special programme at 6pm , with experts answering your questions # AskSkyNews at 12.30pm

New York feels weird. The flashing lights in Times Square are on, but everyone's at home.
A few tourists are still here, some taking selfies in face masks. The Naked Cowboy is withstanding the cold and the coronavirus but few are in the mood for a song.
Image: Times Square fixture the Naked Cowboy has been defying the cold and coronavirus
Checking into my hotel felt pretty depressing.
"The bar is closed, the gym is closed, the restaurant is closed and the spa is closed," the receptionist told me.
If I want breakfast, it will have to be in my room.
"I'd stock up if I were you sir," was the advice from the concierge. Everyone is getting used to what this means.
I mustn't exaggerate. This is nothing compared to what we've seen in Madrid and Rome in recent days, and I doubt it will ever be like that.
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New Yorkers are a resilient bunch. They've been through 9/11 and other tough times, but this has an air of the unknown, and that itself is daunting.
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US officials have recorded more than 4,600 COVID-19 cases and 85 deaths linked to the virus.
As I write this, I read on Twitter that the satirical Saturday Night Live will not return until further notice. The New York based show is a master at taking apart the establishment.
There's nothing funny about this situation, but I'm sure many of us could do with some comic relief at this time.
New York is epicentre for the coronavirus in America now - it has overtaken Washington State in the number of sufferers. There are 950 confirmed cases but no-one believes that's an accurate figure. The true number will be far, far higher.
The city's mayor has asked for sites to be identified as potential hospitals. Non-emergency operations are being cancelled to free up extra beds. These are extraordinary times, they're preparing for the worst.
The mood is lowering as the numbers are rising, day-by-day here.
It's just gone 8pm here and the new measures have kicked in. The bars are shut, the restaurants are turning people away. It's quiet outside, that New York hum has gone. The city that never sleeps is having an early night.
Sky News will broadcast a special programme at 6pm, with experts answering your questions #AskSkyNews at 12.30pm


skynewsus--2020-03-17--'Pure love': Son finds way around lockdown to talk to elderly dad

A man has beaten the coronavirus lockdown at his elderly father 's care home in a touching moment that has gone viral .
A picture of the two chatting on the phone while separated by the US facility 's window has been shared more than 700,000 times after being posted online by a member of staff .
Care worker Sandy Hamiliton was on shift when she witnessed the moment between the father who lives at the home in Minnesota and his son , who visits every day .
The elderly man is seen sitting in an armchair inside his room @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - as they spoke on the phone to one another .
She posted it to Facebook , saying : `` My assisted living is on lockdown so he comes every day to see his dad and they talk through the phone , sweetest thing ever . ''
Sandy said she got consent to share the photo on social media , which has also been liked more than 120,000 times and commented on 17,000 times .
Social media user Elizabeth Espinosa wrote : `` Just beautiful !
!
!
What a good son !
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Lisa Davenport called it `` memories that can never be taken away from you .
Precious !
Love this ! ''
Kortni Evans described it as `` the best thing I ever saw in my life ... awww seriously tearing up I 'm pathetic . ''
The number of US cases has risen to nearly 4,500 , with at least 82 deaths .
Overnight , US president Donald Trump urged people to avoid gatherings of more than 10 , as he struck a sombre note in his latest televised news conference .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ and over 7,000 have died • 55 people in the UK have died after contracting COVID-19 • French President Emmanuel Macron has announced Europe 's borders will close at lunchtime for 30 days • Virgin Atlantic has asked staff to take unpaid leave for eight weeks due to the pandemic • Actor Idris Elba says he has tested positive for COVID-19

A man has beaten the coronavirus lockdown at his elderly father's care home in a touching moment that has gone viral.
A picture of the two chatting on the phone while separated by the US facility's window has been shared more than 700,000 times after being posted online by a member of staff.
Care worker Sandy Hamiliton was on shift when she witnessed the moment between the father who lives at the home in Minnesota and his son, who visits every day.
The elderly man is seen sitting in an armchair inside his room while his son sits outside the window - as they spoke on the phone to one another.
She posted it to Facebook, saying: "My assisted living is on lockdown so he comes every day to see his dad and they talk through the phone, sweetest thing ever."
Sandy said she got consent to share the photo on social media, which has also been liked more than 120,000 times and commented on 17,000 times.
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Social media user Elizabeth Espinosa wrote: "Just beautiful!!! What a good son! example to all. Pure Love."
Lisa Davenport called it "memories that can never be taken away from you. Precious! Love this!"
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Kortni Evans described it as "the best thing I ever saw in my life... awww seriously tearing up I'm pathetic."
The number of US cases has risen to nearly 4,500, with at least 82 deaths.
Overnight, US president Donald Trump urged people to avoid gatherings of more than 10, as he struck a sombre note in his latest televised news conference.
In other coronavirus developments:


skynewsus--2020-03-17--Google's coronavirus website delayed after Trump prompts rush

Google has confirmed that a website it was due to launch to inform people about the coronavirus outbreak will be delayed until later this week , following the disappointing launch of another site by one of its subsidiaries .
The delay follows the US president 's claims that 1,700 of the company 's engineers were working to stymie the spread of COVID-19 , which has infected more than 4,600 people in the US .
Donald Trump himself tested negative for the coronavirus after coming into contact with an infected Brazilian official .
His announcement regarding Google 's engineering efforts was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ life sciences subsidiary Verily , the Washington Post reported , leading to an embarrassing website launch which Google has now seemingly distanced itself from .
The president 's comments in a press conference , seemingly referencing Verily 's tool to help people locate coronavirus testing facilities , did not mention that their tool was nowhere near close to launching and that its scope was much smaller than the national coverage he suggested .
When a pilot version of the Verily site was launched following the press conference , it only contained the locations @ @ @ @ @ @ @ San Francisco .
But even for those sites it had issues - it told people with symptoms of COVID-19 that they were ineligible for screening .
It also required those taking part to sign in to their Google accounts and authorise the company to use their data , despite Verily 's promises not to link their data with their Google account .
And then , within hours of launching , the website said it had reached capacity and could not schedule any more appointments for testing .
This underscored `` how tech companies @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Trump 's good graces '' , according to The Washington Post .
And the confusion prompted by the president 's statement was added to when Google confirmed the launch of its own website , apparently distinct from Verily 's , had been delayed until later this week .
The company 's chief executive Sundar Pichai said it was working with the US government to develop `` a website dedicated to COVID-19 education , prevention , and local resources nationwide '' .
Mr Pichai 's statement followed the president claiming that `` the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to apologise for the delays .
A spokeswoman for Verily told The Washington Post that the company 's work `` goes beyond establishing a screening and risk assessment tool '' adding that `` three sample collection sites '' had been opened in the Bay Area too .
Eventually this information would be available nationwide , she claimed , although did not offer a timeline .
Americans have now been told to avoid gatherings of 10 or more people , as the president warned there are now just 15 days to slow the spread @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said that that young people needed to play their part as they could end up spreading the virus unknowingly .
Other measures include asking people to stop eating in bars and restaurants - and for parents to teach children at home rather than send them to school .

Google has confirmed that a website it was due to launch to inform people about the coronavirus outbreak will be delayed until later this week, following the disappointing launch of another site by one of its subsidiaries.
The delay follows the US president's claims that 1,700 of the company's engineers were working to stymie the spread of COVID-19, which has infected more than 4,600 people in the US.
Donald Trump himself tested negative for the coronavirus after coming into contact with an infected Brazilian official.
His announcement regarding Google's engineering efforts was a shock to executives at Alphabet's life sciences subsidiary Verily, the Washington Post reported, leading to an embarrassing website launch which Google has now seemingly distanced itself from.
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The president's comments in a press conference, seemingly referencing Verily's tool to help people locate coronavirus testing facilities, did not mention that their tool was nowhere near close to launching and that its scope was much smaller than the national coverage he suggested.
When a pilot version of the Verily site was launched following the press conference, it only contained the locations of testing facilities in two counties near San Francisco.
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But even for those sites it had issues - it told people with symptoms of COVID-19 that they were ineligible for screening.
It also required those taking part to sign in to their Google accounts and authorise the company to use their data, despite Verily's promises not to link their data with their Google account.
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And then, within hours of launching, the website said it had reached capacity and could not schedule any more appointments for testing.
This underscored "how tech companies have been forced to improvise to stay in Trump's good graces", according to The Washington Post.
And the confusion prompted by the president's statement was added to when Google confirmed the launch of its own website, apparently distinct from Verily's, had been delayed until later this week.
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The company's chief executive Sundar Pichai said it was working with the US government to develop "a website dedicated to COVID-19 education, prevention, and local resources nationwide".
Mr Pichai's statement followed the president claiming that "the head of Google" had called him to apologise for the delays.
Image: Drive-thru sample collecting clinics have opened in the Bay Area
A spokeswoman for Verily told The Washington Post that the company's work "goes beyond establishing a screening and risk assessment tool" adding that "three sample collection sites" had been opened in the Bay Area too.
Eventually this information would be available nationwide, she claimed, although did not offer a timeline.
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Americans have now been told to avoid gatherings of 10 or more people, as the president warned there are now just 15 days to slow the spread of the coronavirus.
Mr Trump also said that that young people needed to play their part as they could end up spreading the virus unknowingly.
Other measures include asking people to stop eating in bars and restaurants - and for parents to teach children at home rather than send them to school.


skynewsus--2020-03-17--Americans to be sent money and field hospitals built, Trump says

Americans are set to be sent cheques within the next two weeks to support them during the coronavirus outbreak , while field hospitals are to be set up to deal with patients .
US President Donald Trump said sending direct cash payments to Americans as part of a promised $ 850bn ( £705.4bn ) economic stimulus package would be faster than a payroll tax holiday he had earlier suggested .
Treasury secretary Steve Mnuchin told a press briefing on Tuesday : `` We 're looking at sending cheques to Americans immediately .
`` And I mean , now , in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exact figure was not mentioned but some US politicians , including Republican senator Mitt Romney , have discussed cash payments of $ 1,000 ( £830 ) , which Mr Mnuchin said was `` one of the ideas we like '' - but not for millionaires .
The stock market rose during the briefing after a substantial drop on Monday when Mr Trump announced a 15-day attempt to stop the spread of COVID-19 by avoiding gatherings of 10 or more people , working from home if possible , postponing unnecessary travel and not eating @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the virus will be defeated , Mr Trump said : `` One day we 're going to stand up here and say : 'We won ' . ''
Across the US , 5,702 people had been infected by Tuesday , while 94 people have died - 48 in Washington state .
The White House is asking US Congress to approve the massive emergency rescue package to help businesses and taxpayers cope during the pandemic .
It includes tax cuts for workers , $ 50bn ( £40bn ) for the airline industry and relief @ @ @ @ @ @ @ announced that field hospitals could be set up very quickly to deal with coronavirus patients and said the Army Corps of Engineers is ready to retrofit buildings to be used as hospitals .
The president added that there will be a `` dramatic expansion '' of telehealth for Medicare patients - about 52m people aged 65 and older and eight million younger people with disabilities who get federal health insurance .
He said laws have been lifted under the national emergency he announced at the weekend to allow any doctor to provide appointments @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by the policy .
The Trump administration has been heavily criticised for the country 's lack of coronavirus testing capabilities , but the president said he was lifting a ban on states approving new tests so governors could authorise tests developed in their borders without federal approval .
For Americans who have the virus , he said they are looking to pass a law to enable sick leave for workers and give small businesses support .
: : Listen to Divided States on Apple podcasts , Google Podcasts , Spotify , and Spreaker @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bosses of the country 's largest fast food outlets , such as McDonald 's , Wendy 's and Burger King , to get them to agree to keep their drive-thru and delivery services going during the 15-day lockdown , in which people are not allowed to go to restaurants .
Mr Mnuchin said : `` We want states to keep drive-thrus open .
These companies feed a big part of America and I suspect they 're going to feed a bigger part now .
`` Many of these companies have apps , you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ give it to you with social distancing . ''
He added that they wanted to keep markets open so Americans know they can have access to their money , but warned market hours may be shortened .
The treasury secretary encouraged Americans to file their taxes by 15 April as many will get refunds .
But , he also announced they could defer personal tax payments of up to $ 1m to the Internal Revenue Service ( IRS ) and $ 10m for corporations for 90 days interest and penalty free .

Americans are set to be sent cheques within the next two weeks to support them during the coronavirus outbreak, while field hospitals are to be set up to deal with patients.
US President Donald Trump said sending direct cash payments to Americans as part of a promised $850bn (£705.4bn) economic stimulus package would be faster than a payroll tax holiday he had earlier suggested.
Treasury secretary Steve Mnuchin told a press briefing on Tuesday: "We're looking at sending cheques to Americans immediately.
"And I mean, now, in the next two weeks."
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An exact figure was not mentioned but some US politicians, including Republican senator Mitt Romney, have discussed cash payments of $1,000 (£830), which Mr Mnuchin said was "one of the ideas we like" - but not for millionaires.
The stock market rose during the briefing after a substantial drop on Monday when Mr Trump announced a 15-day attempt to stop the spread of COVID-19 by avoiding gatherings of 10 or more people, working from home if possible, postponing unnecessary travel and not eating in bars and restaurants.
Vowing that the virus will be defeated, Mr Trump said: "One day we're going to stand up here and say: 'We won'."
Across the US, 5,702 people had been infected by Tuesday, while 94 people have died - 48 in Washington state.
The White House is asking US Congress to approve the massive emergency rescue package to help businesses and taxpayers cope during the pandemic.
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It includes tax cuts for workers, $50bn (£40bn) for the airline industry and relief for small businesses.
Mr Mnuchin also announced that field hospitals could be set up very quickly to deal with coronavirus patients and said the Army Corps of Engineers is ready to retrofit buildings to be used as hospitals.
The president added that there will be a "dramatic expansion" of telehealth for Medicare patients - about 52m people aged 65 and older and eight million younger people with disabilities who get federal health insurance.
He said laws have been lifted under the national emergency he announced at the weekend to allow any doctor to provide appointments via phone or video for those covered by the policy.
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The Trump administration has been heavily criticised for the country's lack of coronavirus testing capabilities, but the president said he was lifting a ban on states approving new tests so governors could authorise tests developed in their borders without federal approval.
For Americans who have the virus, he said they are looking to pass a law to enable sick leave for workers and give small businesses support.
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Mr Trump said he had spoken to bosses of the country's largest fast food outlets, such as McDonald's, Wendy's and Burger King, to get them to agree to keep their drive-thru and delivery services going during the 15-day lockdown, in which people are not allowed to go to restaurants.
Mr Mnuchin said: "We want states to keep drive-thrus open. These companies feed a big part of America and I suspect they're going to feed a bigger part now.
"Many of these companies have apps, you order ahead of time, they can give it to you with social distancing."
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He added that they wanted to keep markets open so Americans know they can have access to their money, but warned market hours may be shortened.
The treasury secretary encouraged Americans to file their taxes by 15 April as many will get refunds.
But, he also announced they could defer personal tax payments of up to $1m to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and $10m for corporations for 90 days interest and penalty free.


skynewsus--2020-03-17--Virus-hit markets stage fightback on hopes of $850bn US stimulus

Stock markets have staged a fightback despite a gradual shutdown in the global economy as coronavirus takes its toll on life as we know it .
Market analysts pegged tentative gains across Europe and the US to hopes of a $ 850bn stimulus programme for the US economy and further support for financial markets from the country 's central bank .
News of £330bn in government-backed loans for UK firms and a pledge of help for airlines , as part of a bolstered package of support from Chancellor Rishi Sunak , came too late in the day for London 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ market closed 2.8 % higher at 5,294 after details of the US proposals , also aimed at limiting the financial impact of COVID-19 , became available .
The damage from the outbreak is growing daily .
Among the companies reporting disruption in the UK on Tuesday was Nissan , which said it was ceasing production at its Sunderland plant , while Laura Ashley became the first retailer to stand on the brink of collapse .
Gatwick Airport said it had cut 200 jobs , with bosses taking a pay cut , and was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a halt .
Catering firm Compass Group , which has contracts across the world , saw its shares dive 15 % when it forecast half-yearly operating profit would be well below expectations .
The steady feed of negative news prompted the Lloyd 's of London insurance market to ask its members for estimates of their potential current and final losses from coronavirus globally .
On Wall Street , the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed just over 5 % , or 1,048 points higher , after its biggest daily points loss on record in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it emerged the US stimulus package , proposed by Donald Trump 's administration , was being put to political leaders on Capitol Hill .
It was said to include the federal government writing cheques for American households , on a means-tested basis , $ 50bn in support for airlines and additional help for plane-maker Boeing , already reeling from the 737 MAX crisis .
The number of tax payments eligible to be deferred had already been raised , treasury secretary Steven Mnuchin told reporters .
He added that he supported financial markets remaining @ @ @ @ @ @ @ prospect of trading hours being restricted in the New York Stock Exchange to minimise infection risks .
At a news conference , Donald Trump said the package of measures being considered would be `` big '' and `` bold '' .
ING analysts said of the market mood in a note : `` The main worry seems to be the central banks running out of policy space needed to combat the impact of the virus .
`` And this now calls for a coordinated fiscal response by the governments . ''
Wells Fargo @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the April-June quarter and Joel Prakken , chief US economist at IHS Markit , projects the economy will shrink at a 5.4 % annualised rate during the quarter .
A key theme of the announcements from both Mr Sunak and his US counterpart was that concerns about the cost of fiscal help must be placed to one side .
The Chancellor repeatedly pledged to do `` whatever it takes '' while Mr Mnuchin said the US deficit was a matter for tomorrow .
The UK 's measures were widely welcomed though unions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to do more for workers they they face the prospect of pay cuts or losing their jobs .
Dame Carolyn Fairbairn , the CBI 's director-general , said : `` The Chancellor has taken substantial steps in unprecedented times .
`` Today 's massive increase in government-backed loans , higher cash grants and widened business rates relief for some sectors will help firms protect jobs and businesses. ''
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She added : `` Urgent decisions are also needed on wages .
An immediate mechanism is needed to top up wages for firms with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lower paid staff , so they can keep them employed and get through to the other side . ''

Stock markets have staged a fightback despite a gradual shutdown in the global economy as coronavirus takes its toll on life as we know it.
Market analysts pegged tentative gains across Europe and the US to hopes of a $850bn stimulus programme for the US economy and further support for financial markets from the country's central bank.
News of £330bn in government-backed loans for UK firms and a pledge of help for airlines, as part of a bolstered package of support from Chancellor Rishi Sunak, came too late in the day for London's blue-chip FTSE 100 index.
Image: Many traders are working from home amid efforts to limit the spread of COVID-19
The globally-focused market closed 2.8% higher at 5,294 after details of the US proposals, also aimed at limiting the financial impact of COVID-19, became available.
The damage from the outbreak is growing daily.
Among the companies reporting disruption in the UK on Tuesday was Nissan, which said it was ceasing production at its Sunderland plant, while Laura Ashley became the first retailer to stand on the brink of collapse.
Gatwick Airport said it had cut 200 jobs, with bosses taking a pay cut, and was limiting operations as airline services grind to a halt.
Catering firm Compass Group, which has contracts across the world, saw its shares dive 15% when it forecast half-yearly operating profit would be well below expectations.
The steady feed of negative news prompted the Lloyd's of London insurance market to ask its members for estimates of their potential current and final losses from coronavirus globally.
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On Wall Street, the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed just over 5%, or 1,048 points higher, after its biggest daily points loss on record in the previous session.
Gains accelerated when it emerged the US stimulus package, proposed by Donald Trump's administration, was being put to political leaders on Capitol Hill.
It was said to include the federal government writing cheques for American households, on a means-tested basis, $50bn in support for airlines and additional help for plane-maker Boeing, already reeling from the 737 MAX crisis.
The number of tax payments eligible to be deferred had already been raised, treasury secretary Steven Mnuchin told reporters.
He added that he supported financial markets remaining open during the crisis but raised the prospect of trading hours being restricted in the New York Stock Exchange to minimise infection risks.
At a news conference, Donald Trump said the package of measures being considered would be "big" and "bold".
ING analysts said of the market mood in a note: "The main worry seems to be the central banks running out of policy space needed to combat the impact of the virus.
"And this now calls for a coordinated fiscal response by the governments."
Wells Fargo Securities forecast a recession for the US in the April-June quarter and Joel Prakken, chief US economist at IHS Markit, projects the economy will shrink at a 5.4% annualised rate during the quarter.
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A key theme of the announcements from both Mr Sunak and his US counterpart was that concerns about the cost of fiscal help must be placed to one side.
The Chancellor repeatedly pledged to do "whatever it takes" while Mr Mnuchin said the US deficit was a matter for tomorrow.
The UK's measures were widely welcomed though unions and worker-interest groups appealed for Mr Sunak to do more for workers they they face the prospect of pay cuts or losing their jobs.
Dame Carolyn Fairbairn, the CBI's director-general, said: "The Chancellor has taken substantial steps in unprecedented times.
"Today's massive increase in government-backed loans, higher cash grants and widened business rates relief for some sectors will help firms protect jobs and businesses.".
She added: "Urgent decisions are also needed on wages. An immediate mechanism is needed to top up wages for firms with no choice but to reduce hours for lower paid staff, so they can keep them employed and get through to the other side."


skynewsus--2020-03-17--Amazon stops restocking non-essential items to cope with virus demand

Amazon is suspending deliveries of non-essential goods to its warehouses in the UK and US to free up space for crucial household and medical supplies There are currently believed to be over 4,660 coronavirus cases in the US and more than 1,900 in the UK - but experts say the true figure could be many times more .
In a note to sellers , Amazon said it was seeing increased demand and that household essentials and medical supplies were being depleted .
It said it was being forced to prioritise particular categories of goods in order to `` quickly receive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to customers '' .
The essential categories include baby products , health and household , beauty and personal care , grocery , industrial and scientific , and pet supplies .
The measures will be in place until 5 April .
It does not mean it will stop selling other items , but that some products are more likely to run out of stock in the next few weeks and third-party sellers may have to directly send the items themselves .
Third-party sellers , which account for more than half of the goods for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stockpile goods in the company 's warehouses and take part in Amazon 's own delivery systems .
It enables them to deliver goods more quickly without having to store the stock themselves .
Now any of these sellers whose products are outside of the essential categories will be unable to restock with Amazon , although they could use other methods to deliver their products .
The company said the new system would apply to first-party as well as third-party sellers , suggesting it is not protecting its own products .
`` We understand @ @ @ @ @ @ @ partners and appreciate their understanding as we temporarily prioritize these products for customers , '' Amazon said in a statement .

Amazon is suspending deliveries of non-essential goods to its warehouses in the UK and US to free up space for crucial household and medical supplies
There are currently believed to be over 4,660 coronavirus cases in the US and more than 1,900 in the UK - but experts say the true figure could be many times more.
In a note to sellers, Amazon said it was seeing increased demand and that household essentials and medical supplies were being depleted.
It said it was being forced to prioritise particular categories of goods in order to "quickly receive, restock, and ship these products to customers".
The essential categories include baby products, health and household, beauty and personal care, grocery, industrial and scientific, and pet supplies.
The measures will be in place until 5 April.
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It does not mean it will stop selling other items, but that some products are more likely to run out of stock in the next few weeks and third-party sellers may have to directly send the items themselves.
Third-party sellers, which account for more than half of the goods for sale on Amazon, are able to stockpile goods in the company's warehouses and take part in Amazon's own delivery systems.
It enables them to deliver goods more quickly without having to store the stock themselves.
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Now any of these sellers whose products are outside of the essential categories will be unable to restock with Amazon, although they could use other methods to deliver their products.
The company said the new system would apply to first-party as well as third-party sellers, suggesting it is not protecting its own products.
"We understand this is a change for our selling partners and appreciate their understanding as we temporarily prioritize
these products for customers," Amazon said in a statement.


skynewsus--2020-03-17--NFL star Tom Brady leaves New England Patriots after 20 years

NFL quarterback Tom Brady has announced he is leaving the New England Patriots after a 20-year spell during which he won a record six Super Bowls .
Brady , who was drafted by the Patriots out of the University of Michigan in 2000 , built what is widely regarded as the greatest career ever for an NFL quarterback .
He played in nine Super Bowls and was on the winning team with the Patriots in 2001 , 2003 , 2004 , 2014 , 2016 and 2018 , the latter making him the oldest player to ever win the Vince Lombardi @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A four-time Super Bowl Most Valuable Player ( MVP ) and three-time league MVP , Brady has been the enduring face of the Patriots and the most-celebrated player of his generation .
The 42-year-old 's departure from the team means he is an NFL free agent for the first time in his career .
He officially hits the league 's open market Wednesday , but could reach an agreement with another team on Tuesday when players and clubs can negotiate deals .
Brady posted two statements on Twitter as news of his departure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ first post , addressed to his teammates , coaches , club executives and staff , he wrote : `` I could n't be the man I am today without the relationships you have allowed me to build with you .
`` I have benefited from all you have given me .
`` I cherished every opportunity I had to be part of our team , and I love you all for that . ''
In a second post , addressed to Patriots supporters , he wrote : `` I do n't know what @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for me to open a new stage for my life and career .
`` I thank you from the bottom of my heart and I will always love you and what we have shared - a lifetime full of fun memories . ''

NFL quarterback Tom Brady has announced he is leaving the New England Patriots after a 20-year spell during which he won a record six Super Bowls.
Brady, who was drafted by the Patriots out of the University of Michigan in 2000, built what is widely regarded as the greatest career ever for an NFL quarterback.
He played in nine Super Bowls and was on the winning team with the Patriots in 2001, 2003, 2004, 2014, 2016 and 2018, the latter making him the oldest player to ever win the Vince Lombardi Trophy at the age of 41.
Image: Brady and his daughter Vivian are pictured with the Vince Lombardi Trophy in 2019
A four-time Super Bowl Most Valuable Player (MVP) and three-time league MVP, Brady has been the enduring face of the Patriots and the most-celebrated player of his generation.
The 42-year-old's departure from the team means he is an NFL free agent for the first time in his career.
He officially hits the league's open market Wednesday, but could reach an agreement with another team on Tuesday when players and clubs can negotiate deals.
Brady posted two statements on Twitter as news of his departure from the Patriots emerged.
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In the first post, addressed to his teammates, coaches, club executives and staff, he wrote: "I couldn't be the man I am today without the relationships you have allowed me to build with you.
"I have benefited from all you have given me.
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"I cherished every opportunity I had to be part of our team, and I love you all for that."
In a second post, addressed to Patriots supporters, he wrote: "I don't know what my future holds but it is time for me to open a new stage for my life and career.
"I thank you from the bottom of my heart and I will always love you and what we have shared - a lifetime full of fun memories."


skynewsus--2020-03-18--Biden extends his lead over Sanders for Democratic nomination

Joe Biden has stretched his lead in the race to be the Democratic Party 's presidential candidate after taking the latest three primaries to be contested .
The former vice president beat his only remaining rival , Senator Bernie Sanders , in Florida , Illinois and Arizona .
A total of 441 convention delegates were up for grabs , with 1,991 needed in total to win the nomination .
Currently Biden has 1,147 pledges to Sanders ' 861 .
Ohio was also due to vote but called off the poll because of concerns over coronavirus .
It is now due @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
There are currently at least 3,650 confirmed cases in the US and more than 100 deaths .
It is now present in all 50 states after West Virginia reported its first case of the infection on Tuesday .
In fact the spread of COVID-19 was the dominant theme of the night , with neither candidate addressing live election rallies after President Trump told people to avoid gatherings of 10 or more people .
Instead Mr Biden used a video stream on his YouTube page to appeal for Americans to put on a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` It 's moments like these we realise we need to put politics aside and work together as Americans , '' he said .
`` The coronavirus does n't care if you 're a Democrat or Republican .
... We 're all in this together . ''
: : Listen to Divided States on Apple podcasts , Google Podcasts , Spotify , and Spreaker He also addressed his opponent directly in what sounded like a tribute to a valiant but vanquished foe .
`` Senator Sanders and his supporters have brought a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ these issues , '' he said .
`` Together they have shifted the fundamental conversation in this country .
So let me say especially to the young voters who have been inspired by Sen. Sanders , I hear you .
I know what to stake .
I know what we have to do .
`` Our goal is as a campaign , and my goal as a candidate for president is to unify this party , and then to unify the nation . ''

Joe Biden has stretched his lead in the race to be the Democratic Party's presidential candidate after taking the latest three primaries to be contested.
The former vice president beat his only remaining rival, Senator Bernie Sanders, in Florida, Illinois and Arizona. A total of 441 convention delegates were up for grabs, with 1,991 needed in total to win the nomination.
Currently Biden has 1,147 pledges to Sanders' 861.
Ohio was also due to vote but called off the poll because of concerns over coronavirus. It is now due to hold its primary on 2 June.
There are currently at least 3,650 confirmed cases in the US and more than 100 deaths. It is now present in all 50 states after West Virginia reported its first case of the infection on Tuesday.
In fact the spread of COVID-19 was the dominant theme of the night, with neither candidate addressing live election rallies after President Trump told people to avoid gatherings of 10 or more people.
Instead Mr Biden used a video stream on his YouTube page to appeal for Americans to put on a united front, whatever their political persuasion.
"It's moments like these we realise we need to put politics aside and work together as Americans," he said. "The coronavirus doesn't care if you're a Democrat or Republican. ... We're all in this together."
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He also addressed his opponent directly in what sounded like a tribute to a valiant but vanquished foe.
"Senator Sanders and his supporters have brought a remarkable passion and tenacity to all of these issues," he said.
"Together they have shifted the fundamental conversation in this country. So let me say especially to the young voters who have been inspired by Sen. Sanders, I hear you. I know what to stake. I know what we have to do.
"Our goal is as a campaign, and my goal as a candidate for president is to unify this party, and then to unify the nation."


skynewsus--2020-03-18--Woman beats coronavirus lockdown to share engagement news with granddad

A woman has shared news of her engagement with her grandfather despite him staying in a care home under lockdown in a moment that has been shared thousands of times on Facebook .
A picture of Carly Boyd showing Shelton Boyd her ring and touching hands either side of the window of his room at the home in North Carolina has attracted 225,000 likes and nearly 10,000 comments .
Ms Boyd , a student nurse who got engaged to Trevor Sellers at the weekend , wrote on her Facebook page : `` So glad I was allowed to see my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this virus I was still able to tell him I am engaged !
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She added on Facebook .
`` Thank you premier living staff !
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The facility described the moment on Facebook as `` emotional and memorable , for sure !
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Flo Berg said on Facebook : `` I love this .
If there 's a will there 's a way !
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Sue Busa posted : `` I window hung with my mom today .
Made her feel less alone and forgotten ... '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ very close '' , shared the intimate moment on Monday , after Ms Boyd arrived at the home to drop off his laundry .
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Gennie Parnell , an administrator for the Premier Living and Rehab Center in Lake Waccamaw , told NBC News : `` He was laying up there eating some ice cream .
He is the sweetest gentleman .
`` He got up to see it better and she put @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he put his hand on the window , and we all just fell apart . ''
It all started , she said , from an overheard conversation .
`` The activities director was talking to her and I heard her say something like 'congratulations ' and I realised she had gotten engaged over the weekend .
`` We were standing there talking and she kept glancing over that way where his room is , and as they were getting ready to leave , it hit me .
`` I said , 'Would you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ say hey ? '
And she said , 'Can I ? '
I said , 'Sure ! '
'' Premier Living and Rehab Center has stopped all visits on government advice to help slow down the spread of coronavirus .

A woman has shared news of her engagement with her grandfather despite him staying in a care home under lockdown in a moment that has been shared thousands of times on Facebook.
A picture of Carly Boyd showing Shelton Boyd her ring and touching hands either side of the window of his room at the home in North Carolina has attracted 225,000 likes and nearly 10,000 comments.
Ms Boyd, a student nurse who got engaged to Trevor Sellers at the weekend, wrote on her Facebook page: "So glad I was allowed to see my grandfather, even under the circumstances of this virus I was still able to tell him I am engaged!!".
She added on Facebook. "Thank you premier living staff!!"
Image: The pair touched hands either side of the window. Pic: Premier Living and Rehab Centere
The facility described the moment on Facebook as "emotional and memorable, for sure!!"
Online comments were similarly positive.
Flo Berg said on Facebook: "I love this. If there's a will there's a way!!"
Nic Lynne commented: "I'm crying like a baby!!"
Sue Busa posted: "I window hung with my mom today. Made her feel less alone and forgotten..."
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The pair, said to be "very close", shared the intimate moment on Monday, after Ms Boyd arrived at the home to drop off his laundry.
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Gennie Parnell, an administrator for the Premier Living and Rehab Center in Lake Waccamaw, told NBC News: "He was laying up there eating some ice cream. He is the sweetest gentleman.
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"He got up to see it better and she put her hand up on the window and he put his hand on the window, and we all just fell apart."
It all started, she said, from an overheard conversation.
"The activities director was talking to her and I heard her say something like 'congratulations' and I realised she had gotten engaged over the weekend.
"We were standing there talking and she kept glancing over that way where his room is, and as they were getting ready to leave, it hit me.
"I said, 'Would you like to go to the window to say hey?' And she said, 'Can I?' I said, 'Sure!'"
Premier Living and Rehab Center has stopped all visits on government advice to help slow down the spread of coronavirus.