A team of researchers from Brazil,US, and UK has conducted a study showing that herd immunity played a significant role in determining the size of theCOVID-19 epidemic in Manaus, Brazil.

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A Brazilian judge has ordered President Jair Bolsonaro to wear a mask in public or be fined for each day he does not as the nation continues to battle large outbreaks of coronavirus.

Federal judge Renato Borelli said Bolsonaro is subject to a fine of 2,000 reais ($387) per day if he continues to disobey a federal district ordinance meant to slow the COVID-19 outbreak.

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“The president of the republic must take all necessary measures to avoid the transmission of Covid-19 – be that in order to protect his own health or that of those around him,” Renato Coelho Borelli&nbsp;ruled&nbsp;according to a local newspaper.

“Even though there is no consensus within the medical/scientific community about the dissemination of Covid-19 by asymptomatic carriers, it is at best disrespectful to go out in public without using PPE – putting other people’s health at risk,” the judge added.

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The judge cited Brazil’s oath of office in which presidents vow to “uphold, defend and fulfil the constitution, obey the laws [and] promote the well-being of the Brazilian people”.

<aside data-component="rich-link-tag" data-link-name="rich-link-tag">The president has sparked outrage by repeatedly flouting measures designed to slow the advance of a coronavirus pandemic that has killed more than 50,000 Brazilians.</aside>

The rightwing populist has made a succession of public appearances,&nbsp;at protests, shops and even&nbsp;a floating barbecue, wearing a mask incorrectly, or not at all.

A Brazilian judge has ordered President Jair Bolsonaro to wear a mask in public or be fined for each day he does not as the nation continues to battle large outbreaks of coronavirus.

A Brazilian judge has ordered President Jair Bolsonaro to wear a mask in public or be fined for each day he does not as the nation continues to battle large outbreaks of coronavirus. Federal judge Renato Borelli said Bolsonaro is subject to a fine of 2,000 reais ($387) per day if he continues to disobey a federal district ordinance meant to slow the COVID-19 outbreak. “The president of the republic must take all necessary measures to avoid the transmission of Covid-19 – be that in order to protect his own health or that of those around him,” Renato Coelho Borelli ruled according to a local newspaper. “Even though there is no consensus within the medical/scientific community about the dissemination of Covid-19 by asymptomatic carriers, it is at best disrespectful to go out in public without using PPE – putting other people’s health at risk,” the judge added. Also read: Brazil president says death was 'everyone's destiny' The judge cited Brazil’s oath of office in which presidents vow to “uphold, defend and fulfil the constitution, obey the laws [and] promote the well-being of the Brazilian people”. The president has sparked outrage by repeatedly flouting measures designed to slow the advance of a coronavirus pandemic that has killed more than 50,000 Brazilians. The rightwing populist has made a succession of public appearances, at protests, shops and even a floating barbecue, wearing a mask incorrectly, or not at all.

Brazilian judge orders Bolsonaro to 'behave' and wear face mask in public

Brazil has passed the bleak milestone to become the second country in the world to confirm more than one million cases of Covid-19, as the disease continues to spread.

The health ministry also posted a record number of new cases in the past 24 hours, more than 54,000.

That brought the total number of infections in Brazil to 1,032,913, with 48,954 deaths, second only to the United States worldwide.

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In addition, there were more than 1,200 deaths for the fourth consecutive day, taking the total to nearly 49,000.

A lack of testing suggests the true figures are higher and experts say the outbreak is weeks away from its peak.

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Since the start of June, it has registered the most new infections and deaths of any country in the world, more than 518,000 and 19,000, respectively.

It has recorded daily death tolls of more than 1,000 on each of the past four days.

Brazil has struggled to set a strategy for dealing with the pandemic.

President Jair Bolsonaro, who has famously compared the virus to a "little flu," has clashed with state and local authorities over their use of stay-at-home measures and business closuresto contain it.

The far-right leader argues the economic impact of such measures risks being worse than the virus itself, and has instead pushed his health ministry to recommend chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine as treatments, despite uncertainty about the anti-malaria drugs' effectiveness against COVID-19.

Bolsonaro threatened this month to quit the World Health Organization, accusing it of "ideological bias" against the drugs, and has ditched two health ministers since the start of the pandemic after clashing over policy differences.

Brazil has passed the bleak milestone to become the second country in the world to confirm more than one million cases of Covid-19, as the disease continues to spread.

Brazil has passed the bleak milestone to become the second country in the world to confirm more than one million cases of Covid-19, as the disease continues to spread. The health ministry also posted a record number of new cases in the past 24 hours, more than 54,000. That brought the total number of infections in Brazil to 1,032,913, with 48,954 deaths, second only to the United States worldwide. Also read: Brazil president says death was 'everyone's destiny' In addition, there were more than 1,200 deaths for the fourth consecutive day, taking the total to nearly 49,000. A lack of testing suggests the true figures are higher and experts say the outbreak is weeks away from its peak. Also read: Bolsonaro threatens WHO exit after facing backlash for reopening economy Since the start of June, it has registered the most new infections and deaths of any country in the world, more than 518,000 and 19,000, respectively. It has recorded daily death tolls of more than 1,000 on each of the past four days. Brazil has struggled to set a strategy for dealing with the pandemic. President Jair Bolsonaro, who has famously compared the virus to a "little flu," has clashed with state and local authorities over their use of stay-at-home measures and business closuresto contain it. The far-right leader argues the economic impact of such measures risks being worse than the virus itself, and has instead pushed his health ministry to recommend chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine as treatments, despite uncertainty about the anti-malaria drugs' effectiveness against COVID-19. Bolsonaro threatened this month to quit the World Health Organization, accusing it of "ideological bias" against the drugs, and has ditched two health ministers since the start of the pandemic after clashing over policy differences.

Hard-hit Brazil becomes second country to surpass one million COVID-19 cases

President Jair&nbsp;Bolsonaro's government warned Friday that Brazil's "national security" would be at risk if investigators granted a request to seize the far-right leader's cell phone in an obstruction of justice investigation.

The request to seize&nbsp;Bolsonaro's phone and that of his son Carlos was made by opposition parties in Congress, part of a probe into allegations by former justice minister Sergio Moro that the president tried to interfere in federal police investigations.

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Earlier,&nbsp;Brazil's Supreme Court had&nbsp;released a video showing President Jair Bolsonaro expressing frustration that he was unable to change security officials and vowing to protect his family.

The video forms part of an investigation into allegations that the president attempted to replace senior members of the federal police.

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However,&nbsp;Bolsonaro denied any&nbsp;wrongdoing.

The growing political crisis comes amid concerns that Brazil could be the next epicentre of the coronavirus pandemic.

On Friday the country recorded 1,001 new deaths, bringing its total to 21,048, and it has the second highest number of cases in the world with more than 330,000.

President Jair Bolsonaro's government warned Friday that Brazil's "national security" would be at risk if investigators granted a request to seize the far-right leader's cell phone in an obstruction of justice investigation.

President Jair Bolsonaro's government warned Friday that Brazil's "national security" would be at risk if investigators granted a request to seize the far-right leader's cell phone in an obstruction of justice investigation. The request to seize Bolsonaro's phone and that of his son Carlos was made by opposition parties in Congress, part of a probe into allegations by former justice minister Sergio Moro that the president tried to interfere in federal police investigations. Also read: Brazil jumps to No. 2 in worldwide coronavirus cases, behind the US Earlier, Brazil's Supreme Court had released a video showing President Jair Bolsonaro expressing frustration that he was unable to change security officials and vowing to protect his family. The video forms part of an investigation into allegations that the president attempted to replace senior members of the federal police. Also read: Brazil struggling to cope up with surge in dead bodies due to COVID-19 However, Bolsonaro denied any wrongdoing. The growing political crisis comes amid concerns that Brazil could be the next epicentre of the coronavirus pandemic. On Friday the country recorded 1,001 new deaths, bringing its total to 21,048, and it has the second highest number of cases in the world with more than 330,000.

Brazil's 'national security at risk' if Bolsonaro's phone seized, says government

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has declared gyms and hair salons as essential services that can stay open through the new coronavirus outbreak, easing measures to control the disease despite new cases and deaths surging in the country.

Brazil has reported nearly 170,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus and over 11,600 deaths&nbsp;and is closing in on the number of cases recorded in Germany and France, where the outbreak has been slowing.&nbsp;

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The president has argued that state and municipal governments have gone overboard in social isolation measures to restrict the disease’s spread and that it is overly damaging to the economy.

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''The question of life has to be taken in parallel with jobs,''&nbsp;Bolsonaro told reporters outside his official residence.

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''Without the economy there is no life, there are no doctors, there are no hospital supplies.''

Bolsonaro’s latest decree allowing more establishments to stay open comes as Brazil registered 5,632 new coronavirus cases on Monday and 396 deaths from the disease, according to the Health Ministry.

After initially decreeing that establishments such as pharmacies and grocery stores were essential, Bolsonaro later expanded that list to include lotteries and churches.

This third decree expands the list of essential business further, also extending it to industrial production and civil construction, with Bolsonaro promising even more easing to come.

Health Minister Nelson Teich told a briefing on Monday that the ministry had not been consulted about Bolsonaro’s decision to allow gyms and beauty salons to reopen.

The ministry also said in a statement that it had issued guidelines to state and municipal authorities on the range of social distancing standards, from strict to loose, saying the ultimate decisions rests with local governments.

“It is local health authorities’ responsibility to adopt or loosen non-pharmalogical measures,” it said.

Bolsonaro has been&nbsp;condemned by health experts for maintaining his controversial stance of reopening the businesses to keep the economy running.

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has declared gyms and hair salons as essential services that can stay open through the new coronavirus outbreak, easing measures to control the disease despite new cases and deaths surging in the country.

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has declared gyms and hair salons as essential services that can stay open through the new coronavirus outbreak, easing measures to control the disease despite new cases and deaths surging in the country. Brazil has reported nearly 170,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus and over 11,600 deaths and is closing in on the number of cases recorded in Germany and France, where the outbreak has been slowing. Also read: Brazilian President Bolsonaro rides jet ski amid coronavirus chaos in the country, netizens lash out The president has argued that state and municipal governments have gone overboard in social isolation measures to restrict the disease’s spread and that it is overly damaging to the economy. Also read: Brazil’s President Jair Bolsonaro wants football to return, says players have ‘small chance of dying’ from COVID-19 ''The question of life has to be taken in parallel with jobs,'' Bolsonaro told reporters outside his official residence. Also read: Bolsonaro tells rally Brazil lockdown destroying jobs ''Without the economy there is no life, there are no doctors, there are no hospital supplies.'' Bolsonaro’s latest decree allowing more establishments to stay open comes as Brazil registered 5,632 new coronavirus cases on Monday and 396 deaths from the disease, according to the Health Ministry. After initially decreeing that establishments such as pharmacies and grocery stores were essential, Bolsonaro later expanded that list to include lotteries and churches. This third decree expands the list of essential business further, also extending it to industrial production and civil construction, with Bolsonaro promising even more easing to come. Health Minister Nelson Teich told a briefing on Monday that the ministry had not been consulted about Bolsonaro’s decision to allow gyms and beauty salons to reopen. The ministry also said in a statement that it had issued guidelines to state and municipal authorities on the range of social distancing standards, from strict to loose, saying the ultimate decisions rests with local governments. “It is local health authorities’ responsibility to adopt or loosen non-pharmalogical measures,” it said. Bolsonaro has been condemned by health experts for maintaining his controversial stance of reopening the businesses to keep the economy running.

Bolsonaro allows salon and gym to reopen despite surge in cases

Brazil said on Friday it had reached a new daily record for COVID-19 fatalities with 751 deaths. 

The announcement by the health ministry puts Brazil's total death count at nearly 10,000. 

More than 145,000 cases of the novel coronavirus have been reported so far, with 10,222 added in the last 24 hours. Experts say under-testing means the real figures are likely much higher.

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The country has been hardest hit by the coronavirus crisis in&nbsp;Latin America.

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Experts say under-testing means the real figures are likely much higher.

Sao Paulo, which has a population of 45.9 million, or about the same size as Spain, has registered more than 41,000 of&nbsp;Brazil's cases, and 3,416 deaths.

The state is&nbsp;Brazil's top industrial hub. It closed schools and non-essential businesses on March 24, and has extended its stay-at-home order through the end of May.

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has criticized such measures, saying business closures are unnecessarily damaging the country's economy.

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Brazil said on Friday it had reached a new daily record for COVID-19 fatalities with 751 deaths. The announcement by the health ministry puts Brazil's total death count at nearly 10,000.

Brazil said on Friday it had reached a new daily record for COVID-19 fatalities with 751 deaths. The announcement by the health ministry puts Brazil's total death count at nearly 10,000. More than 145,000 cases of the novel coronavirus have been reported so far, with 10,222 added in the last 24 hours. Experts say under-testing means the real figures are likely much higher. The country has been hardest hit by the coronavirus crisis in Latin America. Experts say under-testing means the real figures are likely much higher. Sao Paulo, which has a population of 45.9 million, or about the same size as Spain, has registered more than 41,000 of Brazil's cases, and 3,416 deaths. The state is Brazil's top industrial hub. It closed schools and non-essential businesses on March 24, and has extended its stay-at-home order through the end of May. Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has criticized such measures, saying business closures are unnecessarily damaging the country's economy.

Brazil reports one-day record of 751 coronavirus deaths

Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro railed against the country's lockdown Sunday in a speech to thousands of anti-confinement demonstrators as the number of confirmed COVID-19 infections passed 100,000, with more than 7,000 deaths.

Bolsonaro blamed state governors for continuing the lockdown in a speech outside his presidential palace in Brasilia.

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"The destruction of jobs by some governors is irresponsible and unacceptable. We will pay a high price in the future," the head of state said in a speech broadcast live on Facebook.

Bolsonaro has repeatedly clashed with state governors, insisting that strict containment measures they are imposing are an overreaction, and damaging to the economy.

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The country registered 101,147 confirmed cases of the virus by Sunday, according to figures released by the Brazilian health ministry, with 275 deaths from COVID-19 within the previous 24 hours.&nbsp;

Experts believe the overall number of COVID-19 cases could be 12 to 15 times higher, due to a large number of undetected cases given the lack of testing availability across the country's 210 million population.

The demonstration in Brasilia drew a larger crowd than similar protests in recent weeks, and many people held up banners criticising Bolsonaro critics Rodrigo Maia, head of the chamber of deputies, and former justice minister Sergio Moro who resigned last week. Others in the crowd called on the army to intervene.

"The people are with us and the army is on the side of the law, order, freedom and democracy," Bolsonaro told them.

Experts are bracing for the biggest outbreak in South America to get far worse, as the peak of the pandemic is thought to be some weeks away.

Last week, Rio de Janeiro state said it would extend stay-at-home orders until May 11, ignoring Bolsonaro's demands that local and state authorities encourage Brazilians to get back to work.

Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro railed against the country's lockdown Sunday in a speech to thousands of anti-confinement demonstrators as the number of confirmed COVID-19 infections passed 100,000, with more than 7,000 deaths.

Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro railed against the country's lockdown Sunday in a speech to thousands of anti-confinement demonstrators as the number of confirmed COVID-19 infections passed 100,000, with more than 7,000 deaths. Bolsonaro blamed state governors for continuing the lockdown in a speech outside his presidential palace in Brasilia. Also read: US Secretary of State Pompeo says 'enormous evidence' virus came from Wuhan lab "The destruction of jobs by some governors is irresponsible and unacceptable. We will pay a high price in the future," the head of state said in a speech broadcast live on Facebook. Bolsonaro has repeatedly clashed with state governors, insisting that strict containment measures they are imposing are an overreaction, and damaging to the economy. Also read: Pope says coronavirus vaccine must be shared worldwide The country registered 101,147 confirmed cases of the virus by Sunday, according to figures released by the Brazilian health ministry, with 275 deaths from COVID-19 within the previous 24 hours. Experts believe the overall number of COVID-19 cases could be 12 to 15 times higher, due to a large number of undetected cases given the lack of testing availability across the country's 210 million population. The demonstration in Brasilia drew a larger crowd than similar protests in recent weeks, and many people held up banners criticising Bolsonaro critics Rodrigo Maia, head of the chamber of deputies, and former justice minister Sergio Moro who resigned last week. Others in the crowd called on the army to intervene. "The people are with us and the army is on the side of the law, order, freedom and democracy," Bolsonaro told them. Experts are bracing for the biggest outbreak in South America to get far worse, as the peak of the pandemic is thought to be some weeks away. Last week, Rio de Janeiro state said it would extend stay-at-home orders until May 11, ignoring Bolsonaro's demands that local and state authorities encourage Brazilians to get back to work.

Bolsonaro tells rally Brazil lockdown destroying jobs