China's Tianjin closes schools, firms until further notice to curb virus: state media

The northern Chinese city of Tianjin has ordered schools and non-essential companies to remain closed until further notice to curb the spread of the coronavirus that has already infected thousands in the country, a local government-run newspaper said.

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China's total coronavirus deaths hit 259 by end of Jan. 31, up 46: state media

The total number of deaths from a coronavirus epidemic in China had reached 259 by the end of Friday, Jan. 31, up by 46, state broadcaster CCTV said, citing numbers from the country's National Health Commission.

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Paraguay restricts travelers from China amid virus outbreak

Landlocked Paraguay said on Friday that it had suspended indefinitely issuance of visas to people traveling from China because of the coronavirus outbreak centered in the city of Wuhan, Hubei province.

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Asia shares fight for footing after turbulent week

Asian share markets battled to regain their footing on Friday as investors clutched at hopes China could contain the coronavirus, even as headlines spoke of ever more cases and mounting deaths.

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Oil jumps as WHO declares emergency but recommends no travel, trade restrictions

Oil prices jumped on Friday following sharp losses this week, as the World Health Organization (WHO) came out against travel and trade restrictions in declaring a global emergency over the spread of the coronavirus that originated in China last year.

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Wilbur Ross says Coronavirus could boost US jobs

US commerce secretary Wilbur Ross says firms may bring production back to the US in response to the virus.

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Will America criticize Warren's interest in taking down fake news?

Will America criticize Warren's interest in taking down fake news?



FOX Business' Kennedy breaks down Sen. Elizabeth Warren's proposal to dismantle fake news when she has reportedly said false information to the public.

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