Coronavirus news, including more details on subsidies for businesses and the announcement if you don’t wear your mask on public transportation, you’re going to get hit with a hefty fine. With the nation facing a driver shortage, the government is moving to lift the 65 age cap on drivers of heavy vehicles, with some conditions. The US State Department calls for WHA observer status. Finally, some love from Italy’s largest paper.
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