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South Dakota denies Trump’s $ 300-a-week unemployment benefits

South Dakota has rejected President Trump’s offer of a $ 300 weekly boost in unemployment aid amid the coronavirus pandemic. Gov. Kristi Noem said on Friday that her state was “fortunate” not to need the federal funds, with the rebounding local economy and recent job growth. “The South Dakota economy …

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New Zealand delays general elections following COVID-19 outbreak

New Zealand has delayed its election following a COVID-19 outbreak in its largest city, the prime minister announced on Monday local time. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said elections would be postponed four weeks, from September 19 to October 19. She said during a briefing the decision was made after consultation …

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