The Netherlands Is Letting People Get Sick to Beat Coronavirus
As most of the world practices social distancing, the Dutch are trying a different strategy to protect the vulnerable from the coronavirus: They’re aiming for … source
Ontario setting up coronavirus assessment centres, increasing health funding
Ontario Premier Doug Ford said the province is “planning for every single scenario possible,” but told families to go enjoy their March break. »»» Subscribe to … source
Walmart security guard run over by man frustrated by COVID-19 measures
A security guard at a Walmart in Sherbrooke, Que., is in critical condition after being hit by a driver frustrated by the store’s COVID-19 prevention measures. source
Australia fires Q&A | What you want to know
Why are the fires in Australia so hard to put out? Where are they? CBC’s David Common answers viewer questions while on the ground in Cobargo, New South … source
Coronavirus May Kill the Movie Theater Experience
Netflix is doing some of its best business. People are glued to their devices. Making and taking pleasure from screens may just be the hallmark of this new era. source
Iran launches missiles at U.S. bases in Iraq | Power & Politics
Iran has fired more than a dozen missiles targeting at least two airbases in Iraq which host U.S. and coalition military personnel, the Pentagon confirmed … source
The International Team Mapping the Real-Time Spread of Coronavirus
Think of it like Wikipedia, but an open database — curated by volunteers — that instead tracks and maps the real-time spread of COVID-19 around the world. source
Haiti anti-government corruption protests Q&A
Haiti has seen angry protesters burning tires and demanding the president’s resignation, part of a campaign against government corruption. CBC’s Paul Hunter … source
No one could be prepared for this pandemic, says doctor | Power & Politics
Briefing notes prepared by bureaucrats for federal ministers show just how quickly the COVID-19 situation evolved in Canada. Canadian Medical Association … source
How to safely grocery shop during the COVID-19 pandemic
Many people are preparing for Easter meals ahead of the holiday long weekend, which means a trip to the grocery store. With physical distancing implemented … source