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June 13, 2020

One country, two pandemics: what COVID-19 reveals about inequality in Canada
One country, two pandemics: wh...
We're all in this together. That's what we've told ourselves. But it's becoming increasingly clear that the pandemic's effects are not being borne equally by all Canadians — and the working poor are taking the brunt.
CBC
Fauci and the CDC caution against large gatherings as Trump hypes his campaign rally
Fauci and the CDC caution agai...
Trump’s campaign said 300,000 have requested tickets for what it called 'the hottest ticket ever.'
Vox
The effect is greatest when 100% of the public wear face masks': Growing body of research shows the role of face coverings in curbing the spread of the coronavirus
The effect is greatest when 10...
Researchers underscore the need for preventative measures like social distancing, personal protective equipment, and enhanced hygiene.
Business Insider
Scientists try to keep coronavirus masks from being swallowed by culture wars
Scientists try to keep coronav...
'Real men wear masks,' House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said.
ABC
New coronavirus cases in South Carolina rising after rushing to reopen
New coronavirus cases in South...
Six weeks after that reopening, South Carolina is among 22 states where new coronavirus cases are on the rise.
ABC
A cluster of COVID-19 in Beijing, People’s Republic of China
A cluster of COVID-19 in Beiji...
WHO is following up with Chinese authorities about a cluster of COVID-19 cases in Beijing, People’s Republic of China. The first identified case had symptom onset on 9 June, and was confirmed on 11 June.  
WHO