Medical workers outside Mechnikov North-Western State Medical University, where students have been place under quarantine, in St. Petersburg, Russia.By , , , Tara John and , CNN 10:14 p.m. ET, March 9, 2020143 PostsOur live coverage of the novel coronavirus has moved .Republican Rep. Mark Meadows, President Trump's new chief of staff, is in self-quarantine as a protective measure, his office said. "Rep. Meadows was advised this weekend that he may have come in contact with the (Conservative Political Action Conference) attendee who tested positive for COVID-19, now 12 days ago,"...…Medical workers outside Mechnikov North-Western State Medical University, where students have been place under quarantine, in St. Petersburg, Russia.By , , , Tara John and , CNN 10:14 p.m. ET, March 9, 2020143 PostsOur live coverage of the novel coronavirus has moved .Republican Rep. Mark Meadows, President Trump's new chief of staff, is in self-quarantine as a protective measure, his office said. "Rep. Meadows was advised this weekend that he may have come in contact with the (Conservative Political Action Conference) attendee who tested positive for COVID-19, now 12 days ago,"...WW…

By , , Adam Renton, , Mike Hayes and , CNN 9:49 p.m. ET, March 13, 2020184 PostsOur live coverage of the coronavirus outbreak has President Trump tweeted his support Friday night for , which would give some Americans paid emergency leave and .The legislation is part of a deal between House Democrats and the White House. Trump said the bill will be voted on in the House Friday night.Read Trump's tweets: Attorney Karina Kufa, who reportedly traveled with Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro on his recent trip to the United States, tweeted Friday night that she tested...…By , , Adam Renton, , Mike Hayes and , CNN 9:49 p.m. ET, March 13, 2020184 PostsOur live coverage of the coronavirus outbreak has President Trump tweeted his support Friday night for , which would give some Americans paid emergency leave and .The legislation is part of a deal between House Democrats and the White House. Trump said the bill will be voted on in the House Friday night.Read Trump's tweets: Attorney Karina Kufa, who reportedly traveled with Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro on his recent trip to the United States, tweeted Friday night that she tested...WW…

By , , Adam Renton, Emma Reynolds and , CNN 10:42 p.m. ET, March 19, 202040 PostsIn South Africa, spreading false information about the coronavirus is now a crime, punishable by up to six months in prison, a fine, or both.The move is one of several new measures announced by the government late Wednesday, in an effort to halt the spread of the virus and curb misleading rumors on social media.Other measures include legally enforcing testing, treatment and quarantine or isolation of suspected cases. Earlier this week, a family in Gauteng province refused to be isolated after testing positive...…By , , Adam Renton, Emma Reynolds and , CNN 10:42 p.m. ET, March 19, 202040 PostsIn South Africa, spreading false information about the coronavirus is now a crime, punishable by up to six months in prison, a fine, or both.The move is one of several new measures announced by the government late Wednesday, in an effort to halt the spread of the virus and curb misleading rumors on social media.Other measures include legally enforcing testing, treatment and quarantine or isolation of suspected cases. Earlier this week, a family in Gauteng province refused to be isolated after testing positive...WW…

By , , , Amy Woodyatt, Mike Hayes and , CNN 8:04 a.m. ET, March 28, 2020182 PostsOur live coverage of the coronavirus pandemic has Former Vice President got visibly emotional Friday night when discussing how hard it is to not be there for loved ones dying from coronavirus.Biden referenced his personal history of losing his wife, children and parents."My message is, God love you. You know, I've lost a couple children, I've lost a wife and it is incredibly difficult to go through and it's harder to go through when you haven't had an opportunity to be with...…By , , , Amy Woodyatt, Mike Hayes and , CNN 8:04 a.m. ET, March 28, 2020182 PostsOur live coverage of the coronavirus pandemic has Former Vice President got visibly emotional Friday night when discussing how hard it is to not be there for loved ones dying from coronavirus.Biden referenced his personal history of losing his wife, children and parents."My message is, God love you. You know, I've lost a couple children, I've lost a wife and it is incredibly difficult to go through and it's harder to go through when you haven't had an opportunity to be with...WW…

By , , Adam Renton, Emma Reynolds, Mike Hayes and , CNN 1:09 p.m. ET, March 25, 2020130 PostsPhoebe Putney Health System, in southwest Georgia, is now reporting roughly a third of the deaths in the state. CEO Scott Steiner said in a statement that the hospital system is "quickly reaching a critical mass."Steiner went on to say the health system's main hospital “has been more severely impacted by COVID-19 than any other hospital in Georgia, and our entire health system is one of the hardest hit in the state."Phoebe Putney Health System has asked other hospitals to take in its...…By , , Adam Renton, Emma Reynolds, Mike Hayes and , CNN 1:09 p.m. ET, March 25, 2020130 PostsPhoebe Putney Health System, in southwest Georgia, is now reporting roughly a third of the deaths in the state. CEO Scott Steiner said in a statement that the hospital system is "quickly reaching a critical mass."Steiner went on to say the health system's main hospital “has been more severely impacted by COVID-19 than any other hospital in Georgia, and our entire health system is one of the hardest hit in the state."Phoebe Putney Health System has asked other hospitals to take in its...WW…

Live UpdatesBy , and , CNNLink Copied!Video Ad FeedbackUS sends help to Russia as their Covid-19 cases jump03:15Link Copied!AllCatch UpCasesLockdownsPoliticsThe FutureSort ByOur live coverage of the coronavirus pandemic hasLink Copied!Brazil set a record high for new coronavirus cases within 24 hours, the country’s Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.Brazil reported 19,951 new cases in the last 24 hours, bringing the total to 291,579 confirmed cases.This new surge tops the previous record set on Tuesday.Deaths caused by coronavirus increased by 888, bringing to the...…Live UpdatesBy , and , CNNLink Copied!Video Ad FeedbackUS sends help to Russia as their Covid-19 cases jump03:15Link Copied!AllCatch UpCasesLockdownsPoliticsThe FutureSort ByOur live coverage of the coronavirus pandemic hasLink Copied!Brazil set a record high for new coronavirus cases within 24 hours, the country’s Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.Brazil reported 19,951 new cases in the last 24 hours, bringing the total to 291,579 confirmed cases.This new surge tops the previous record set on Tuesday.Deaths caused by coronavirus increased by 888, bringing to the...WW…

By , , , Melissa Macaya, , Mike Hayes and , CNN 2:10 a.m. ET, June 2, 2020167 PostsOur live coverage of the nationwide George Floyd protests has Protesters running amok. Innocent citizens under siege. Outside actors engaging in terrorist acts. Police struggling to maintain control and in desperate need of reinforcements.That was how Chinese state media portrayed anti-government protests in Hong Kong last year, dismissing calls for greater democracy and an investigation into police brutality by focusing on individual acts of violence and property damage. Throughout the protests, the US...…By , , , Melissa Macaya, , Mike Hayes and , CNN 2:10 a.m. ET, June 2, 2020167 PostsOur live coverage of the nationwide George Floyd protests has Protesters running amok. Innocent citizens under siege. Outside actors engaging in terrorist acts. Police struggling to maintain control and in desperate need of reinforcements.That was how Chinese state media portrayed anti-government protests in Hong Kong last year, dismissing calls for greater democracy and an investigation into police brutality by focusing on individual acts of violence and property damage. Throughout the protests, the US...WW…

By , , , Melissa Macaya, , Mike Hayes and , CNN 2:10 a.m. ET, June 2, 2020139 PostsNBA legend Magic Johnson weighed in on the ongoing protests and police brutality on Monday night, telling CNN's Anderson Cooper, "We're fed up with this.""It doesn't matter if I’m Magic Johnson or not,” Johnson said. “My kids just like I am still a black man."He said he had talked to both his children about the dangers of being black in America, and how to best protect themselves. "If you're pulled over, make sure you got your hands out of the window. Make sure that you comply. Let's look at George Floyd. He...…By , , , Melissa Macaya, , Mike Hayes and , CNN 2:10 a.m. ET, June 2, 2020139 PostsNBA legend Magic Johnson weighed in on the ongoing protests and police brutality on Monday night, telling CNN's Anderson Cooper, "We're fed up with this.""It doesn't matter if I’m Magic Johnson or not,” Johnson said. “My kids just like I am still a black man."He said he had talked to both his children about the dangers of being black in America, and how to best protect themselves. "If you're pulled over, make sure you got your hands out of the window. Make sure that you comply. Let's look at George Floyd. He...WW…

By , , , Melissa Macaya, , Mike Hayes and , CNN 2:10 a.m. ET, June 2, 2020110 PostsAn active duty military police battalion consisting of 200 to 250 military personnel is now in the process of deploying to Washington, DC, and could be in the nation's capital as soon as tonight, three US defense officials tell CNN.The troops are expected to provide security in the nation's capital but not perform law enforcement duties such as arrest and detention of protesters or rioters.Two defense officials said the troops will be coming from a unit at Fort Bragg in North Carolina.Because of Washington,...…By , , , Melissa Macaya, , Mike Hayes and , CNN 2:10 a.m. ET, June 2, 2020110 PostsAn active duty military police battalion consisting of 200 to 250 military personnel is now in the process of deploying to Washington, DC, and could be in the nation's capital as soon as tonight, three US defense officials tell CNN.The troops are expected to provide security in the nation's capital but not perform law enforcement duties such as arrest and detention of protesters or rioters.Two defense officials said the troops will be coming from a unit at Fort Bragg in North Carolina.Because of Washington,...WW…

By , , Melissa Macaya, , Mike Hayes and , CNN 0515 GMT (1315 HKT) June 3, 202061 PostsThe New York Police Department arrested about 700 people during Monday's protests, the department’s press office told CNN this morning.About half a dozen police officers were injured and half a dozen police vehicles were damaged during the protests, the NYPD said.A citywide curfew was in effect from 11 p.m. ET Monday to 5 a.m. this morning. Tonight's curfew goes into effect at 8 p.m. ET.Thousands of people are taking to the streets across the country in both peaceful protests and violent demonstrations...…By , , Melissa Macaya, , Mike Hayes and , CNN 0515 GMT (1315 HKT) June 3, 202061 PostsThe New York Police Department arrested about 700 people during Monday's protests, the department’s press office told CNN this morning.About half a dozen police officers were injured and half a dozen police vehicles were damaged during the protests, the NYPD said.A citywide curfew was in effect from 11 p.m. ET Monday to 5 a.m. this morning. Tonight's curfew goes into effect at 8 p.m. ET.Thousands of people are taking to the streets across the country in both peaceful protests and violent demonstrations...WW…