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Coronavirus updates: Russia offers Philippines potential vaccine; key model predicts 300,000 U.S. deaths

Two of Washington’s most powerful lawmakers told CNBC they believe Congress will strike a coronaviurs relief package, although the timing is still unknown. Congress and the Trump administration have struggled to strike an aid agreement for several days, even as key relief benefits expired. While negotiations continue, markets got a fresh look at employment, with new data… Read More: Coronavirus updates: Russia offers Philippines potential vaccine; key model predicts… »

The Latest: Russia flies equipment and experts to Serbia

The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death. TOP OF THE HOUR: — Russia flies 11 planeloads of equipment and medical experts to Serbia — First case… Read More: The Latest: Russia flies equipment and experts to Serbia »

Russia joined by China for biggest 'war games' since Soviet era

Agne Gaidyte, news reporter Russia has started its biggest “war games” since the end of the Soviet Union, which are said to involve almost 300,000 troops, more than 1,000 aircraft, 36,000 tanks and military vehicles, and dozens of warships. The huge week-long exercise, called Vostok 2018, is being held in eastern Siberia near the border… Read More: Russia joined by China for biggest 'war games' since Soviet… »