International

UNICEF Says Malnutrition Spikes for Haiti Kids Amid Pandemic

Overall, UNICEF said, about 4.4 million of Haiti's more than 11 million inhabitants lack sufficient food, including 1.9 million children

VOA News • 31 May 21

International

Refugees in Uganda Battle Suicidal Thoughts Amid COVID Pandemic

Psychologists say the rate of attempted suicides among marginalized communities have jumped over the past year

VOA News • 21 May 21

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As World Isolates Amid Coronavirus Pandemic, New Zealand Band Plays to 50,000 Fans

While much of the world remains hunkered down, the band Six60 has been playing to huge crowds in New Zealand, where social distancing isn't required a

VOA News • 25 Apr 21

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Peru Extends State of Emergency Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

The government renewed nationwide COVID-19 restriction for a month after daily death toll increase

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 20 Apr 21

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India Approves Russian Vaccine Amid Pandemic Second Wave

Move will give country access to third vaccine at a time when race to ramp up immunization drive is being hampered by shortages

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 13 Apr 21

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French Lawmakers Approve a Ban on Short Domestic Flights 

The measure is part of a broader climate bill that aims to cut French carbon emissions by 40% in 2030 from 1990 level

VOA News • 11 Apr 21

International

A Year After Pandemic Hit, Haiti Awaits Vaccines Amid Apathy

So far, Haiti is slated to receive only 756,000 doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine through a United Nations program aimed at ensuring the neediest count

VOA News • 06 Apr 21

International

US Urges Paraguay to Work with Taiwan Amid Pandemic Protests

Thousands of Paraguayans have protested in the capital Asunción over the lack of medicine and intensive care beds

VOA News • 15 Mar 21

International

Global Rise in Childhood Mental Health Issues Amid Pandemic

France's busiest pediatric hospital has seen a doubling in the number of children and young teenagers requiring treatment after attempted suicides

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 12 Mar 21

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In India Domestic Visitors Come to Rescue of Pandemic-Battered Tourist Towns

Indians weary from months of work-from-home schedules are making up the shortfall as country's huge middle class begins heading to towns like Rishikes

VOA News • 17 Feb 21

International

US Lawmakers Push Mental Health Days for Kids Amid Pandemic

There are growing reports of anxiety and depression among children

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 31 Jan 21

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Auschwitz Survivors Mark Anniversary Online Amid Pandemic

Holocaust survivors are commemorating their lost loved ones as the world marks the 76th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 27 Jan 21

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Portugal Chooses President Amid Severe Pandemic Surge

Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, 72, is regarded as the clear front-runner among seven candidates

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 24 Jan 21

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Americans Mark Martin Luther King Holiday Amid Pandemic, Political Violence

Traditional holiday celebrations canceled due to security and pandemic restrictions but virtual celebration planned in civil rights icon's home town

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 18 Jan 21

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UNICEF Aiding British Children Amid Pandemic

British politician calls move political stunt'

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 18 Dec 20

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Zimbabwe City Evicts Families Amid Pandemic

Harare city officials say demolished homes were on land planned for a school

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 15 Dec 20

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Amid Pandemic, Pearl Harbor Survivors Commemorate Anniversary at Home

/In past years, thousands have gathered on Oahu for ceremonies honoring the dead

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 07 Dec 20

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South Korea to Hold College Entrance Test Amid Pandemic 'Third Wave'

Health authorities are stepping-up efforts to prevent test sites from becoming coronavirus hotspots

VOA News • 02 Dec 20

International

Amid Pandemic, Earlier Promotions Black Friday Takes New Shape

Traditionally, day after Thanksgiving has launched holiday shopping season in the U.S., with retailers offering steep discounts

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 27 Nov 20

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UN Warns of Shadow Pandemic' as Domestic Violence Increases Globally

Women are more likely to be trapped at home with violent partners, less likely to have access to help as pandemic continues 

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 25 Nov 20

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India Celebrates Diwali Amid Pandemic, Pollution Fears

People were encouraged to stay home

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 15 Nov 20

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Americans Mark Veterans Day Amid Strain of Pandemic

Many commemorations are scaled back or moved online

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 08 Nov 20

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Bolivia's Vote a High-Stakes Presidential Redo Amid Pandemic  

Sunday's vote is a re-run of last year's election and an attempt to reset Bolivia's democracy

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 18 Oct 20

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Women's March Planned in Cities Across US Amid Pandemic

Organizers urge Americans to vote out President Trump

VOA News • 17 Oct 20

International

Panama Resumes International Flights Nearly Seven Months After Imposing COVID-19 Restrictions/

Panama restart of international flights comes after coronavirus cases and deaths kept stable for two months// 

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 13 Oct 20

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Bring Your Own Pen: Lithuania Votes Amid Pandemic

Election seen as a vote of confidence on prime minister's handling of the coronavvirus crisis

VOA News • 11 Oct 20

International

Uganda Reports Blood Shortages Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

Students, especially those in secondary school, are the largest group of blood donors in the East African country

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 05 Oct 20

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Millions/of Renters in US Face Eviction/Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

New reality direct result of economic slowdown and massive job losses caused by continued spread of coronavirus

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 03 Oct 20

International

2,000 Honduran Migrants Set Out for US Amid Pandemic

Authorities had planned to register the migrants, but the group crossed without registering, and outnumbered officials made no attempt to stop them

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 01 Oct 20

International

Teachers, Parents Adapt as Schooling Resumes Amid COVID-19

The pandemic gives parents a closer look at their children's education, spawning a newfound appreciation for teachers during uncertain times

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 11 Sep 20

International

Hurricane Laura Victims Struggle to Find Housing Amid Pandemic

Finding shelter after a disaster is never easy, but some victims of the storm are saying the coronavirus has made the situation even more challenging

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 29 Aug 20

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Controversy Rages as India Presses Ahead With College Entrance Tests Amid Pandemic

Students, parents raise concerns about risks of contracting COVID-19 and logistics in reaching testing centers

VOA News • 29 Aug 20

International

Nigeria Delays Saturday's Planned Restart of International Flights

Nigeria moves restart of international flights back another week

VOA News • 28 Aug 20

International

Nigeria to Resume International Flights for First Time in 5 Months

Government says first four international flights into country will be arriving in Abuja, and Lagos

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 27 Aug 20

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Panama Resumes Reopening of Businesses and Places of Worship Amid COVID-19 Outbreak/

Panama gradually reopening businesses shuttered by coronavirus pandemic///

VOA News • 18 Aug 20

International

Ivanka Trump Continues Women Empowerment Agenda Amid Pandemic 

Observers question whether the initiative's limited scope and relatively small budget will be enough to meet the challenge 

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 13 Aug 20

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Amid Pandemic, Big Tech Reports Mixed Earnings

Apple delivers surprisingly strong numbers with both its revenue and profit rising, defying analysts' lowered expectations

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 31 Jul 20

International

Pilgrims Arrive in Mecca for Downsized Hajj Amid Pandemic

Annual event normally draws around 2.5 million people for five intense days of worship in one of the world's largest gatherings

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 27 Jul 20

International

Netanyahu's Graft Trial Resumes Amid Israeli Virus Anger 

Netanyahu is charged with fraud, breach of trust and accepting bribes in a series of scandals in which he is alleged to have received lavish gifts fro

VOA News • 19 Jul 20

International

Peru Eases COVID-19 Rules, Resumes Some Flights

Peru resume domestic flights for first time in four months since coronavirus outbreak

VOA News • 16 Jul 20

International

Small Businesses Worldwide Fight for Survival Amid Pandemic

As economies around the world reopen, legions of small businesses that help to define and sustain neighborhoods are struggling

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 14 Jul 20

International

WHO Warns 'No Return to Normal' Amid Pandemic 

Nearly 13 million confirmed cases of COVID-19 have been reported around the world resulting in nearly 570,000 deaths 

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 13 Jul 20

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Election Costs Soar as US Prepares to Vote Amid Pandemic

Demand for mail-in ballots is surging, election workers are in need of training and polling booths might have to be outfitted with protective shields

VOA News • 13 Jul 20

International

US Education Chief Presses for Reopening of Schools Amid Pandemic 

Betsy DeVos says it is safe in the face of surging coronavirus cases, but local school officials are wary 

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 12 Jul 20

International

Churches amid Pandemic: Some Outbreaks, Many Challenges

Churches are by no means at the top of the list of problematic activities across the US, but they have posed challenges for government leaders and pub

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 12 Jul 20

International

Nigeria Resumes Domestic Flights Amid Pandemic

Nation attempts to restart economy

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 09 Jul 20

International

Amid Pandemic, Trump Pushes for Schools to Reopen

Medical doctors and others agree it's important for kids to go back to school, but there is a risk they will transmit the coronavirus to those more vu

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 08 Jul 20

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Thermometers in Hand, Dubai Opens for Tourists Amid Pandemic

Authorities hope to fuel interest in the sheikhdom ahead of its crucial winter months for tourism

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 07 Jul 20

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US Drive-In Theaters Making a Comeback Amid COVID Pandemic

Traditional and new pop-up outdoor movie theaters grow in number and popularity as safe entertainment amid coronavirus social distancing orders

VOA News • 06 Jul 20

International

Haiti Reopens International Airports, Borders Amid Pandemic

President Jovenel Moïse says measure effective June 30

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 01 Jul 20

International

Nigeria Reopens Secondary Schools and Reopens Airports for Domestic Flights

Nigeria reopens schools for graduating class and lifts ban on interstate travel//

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 30 Jun 20

International

White House Asks Supreme Court to Invalidate Obamacare Amid Pandemic

Coronavirus task force will hold a public briefing Friday

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 26 Jun 20

International

White House Asks Supreme Court to Invalidate Obamacare Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

Coronavirus task force will hold a public briefing Friday

VOA News • 26 Jun 20

International

Amid Pandemic, Trump Lauds Border Wall

In Arizona, the president visits a new section of border wall at San Luis before delivering a political speech in Phoenix

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 24 Jun 20

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Trump Administration Limits Foreign Workers Amid Pandemic

Administration freezes immigration visas for workers in many sectors

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 22 Jun 20

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Amid Coronavirus Pandemic, Thailand's Migrant Workers Struggle to Qualify for Aid

Many migrant workers have filed claims with labor advocate organizations, citing substandard treatment and unfair pay, based on their nationality

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 17 Jun 20

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Florida Video Production Company Keeps Cameras Rolling for Community Amid Pandemic/

//'We wanted to do what we could to help our community'

VOA News • 14 Jun 20

International

Long Lines Snarl Voting in Georgia's Primary Election Amid Pandemic

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said his office won't begin to release results until the last precinct has closed and that winners may n

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 09 Jun 20

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Coronavirus Pandemic Fuels Mobile Money Transactions in Nigeria 

With Nigerian businesses struggling because of coronavirus lockdown measures, the use of mobile money and no touch, cashless transactions in busines

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 09 Jun 20

International

Voters Cast Ballots in Primary Elections Amid Pandemic and Protests

Iowa Congressman Steve King, known for years of racist comments and arch-conservative stance, loses primary race in re-election bid

VOA News • Actualités similaires • 03 Jun 20