California surpasses New York as the U.S. state with the highest number of COVID-19 deaths
California surpasses New York as the U.S. state with the highest number of COVID-19 deaths.
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Slovenia to reopen stores, schools from 15 February with relaxed testing rules
Slovenia will allow all retail stores to reopen from 15 February, lifting the requirement for customers to present a negative COVID-19 test. Schools and universities will resume classes, and testing rules for skiing, taxis and driving schools will be adjusted.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine lifts a statewide curfew from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine lifts a statewide curfew from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. EST, citing drop of COVID-19 cases.
U.S. finalizes deal for 200 million vaccine doses from Pfizer and Moderna
The Biden administration has finalized a contract for 200 million additional coronavirus vaccine doses from Pfizer and Moderna, aiming to expand national vaccination capacity.
Charles, Prince of Wales and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall receive their first doses of the vaccine
Charles, Prince of Wales and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall receive their first doses of the vaccine.
Austria imposes test requirement for travel from Tyrol to curb variant spread
Chancellor Sebastian Kurz announces a 10-day isolation order in Tyrol starting 12 February, requiring negative COVID-19 tests for departure. The measure targets the 501.V2 variant, with 293 confirmed cases and 120 active infections.
Malaysia eases restrictions on retail, mosques and dine-in restaurants
The government permits more retail businesses, mosques in most states, and restaurants to resume dine-in service with two people per table, despite ongoing high case numbers.
Iran launches COVID-19 vaccination with Sputnik V for healthcare workers
Iran began vaccinating healthcare workers against COVID-19 using the Sputnik V vaccine, with officials taking public steps to demonstrate trust in the jab.