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No Dutch top-flight league soccer title will be awarded this season after the COVID-19 pandemic brought the campaign to a premature close, the Dutch FA (KNVB) said after a meeting with clubs and unions representing coaches and players on Friday.

However, Ajax Amsterdam and AZ Alkmaar, who were level on points at the top of the standings with nine rounds of matches still to play, will go into next season's Champions League.

The campaign was declared over on Tuesday when the Dutch government extended a ban on public events to Sept. 1 in an effort to curtail the spread of the new coronavirus, which has caused more than 4,000 deaths in the Netherlands.

Ajax were top of the Eredivisie table with 56 points from 25 games, only ahead of AZ on goal difference, and both teams will now fill the Netherlands' qualifying places in UEFA's 2020-21 Champions League, Europe's elite club competition.

“In these times, under these circumstances it is not appropriate to speak of a championship, therefore we only confirm the placing of the clubs as per the last standings,” the KNVB said in a statement.

On the basis of top place, Ajax will take the Netherlands’ automatic place in the Champions League group phase while AZ will enter the competition at the preliminary round stage.

AZ, this season's surprise package, were last in the elite competition in 2009-10 when they reached the group stage.

Third-placed Feyenoord Rotterdam will compete in Europa League group phase, while PSV Eindhoven, who are fourth, and Willem II Tilburg in fifth will be in the preliminary rounds.

It was also decided there would be no relegation and promotion after a vote of the 38 first and second division clubs.

ADO Den Haag and RKC Waalwijk were expected to be relegated after filling the bottom two places to be replaced by the top two in the second-tier -- Cambuur Leeuwarden and De Graafschap.

But it was decided that the same 18 clubs from this season will contest the top flight again in the next campaign.

“Unfortunately, with the cabinet's most recent corona measures, it has become impossible to play out the rest of the 2019/2020 season,” the FA statement added.

“It will be crystal clear to everyone involved, from supporters and players to directors and referees, that public health always comes first.

"Today's decisions made about the settlement of the competition were for a mere football problem in the perspective of what the coronavirus has caused to society.

“Nevertheless, the KNVB is aware that today's decisions will cause great disappointment in football for some,” the FA said.

No Dutch top-flight league soccer title will be awarded this season after the COVID-19 pandemic brought the campaign to a premature close, the Dutch FA (KNVB) said after a meeting with clubs and unions representing coaches and players on Friday.

No Dutch top-flight league soccer title will be awarded this season after the COVID-19 pandemic brought the campaign to a premature close, the Dutch FA (KNVB) said after a meeting with clubs and unions representing coaches and players on Friday. However, Ajax Amsterdam and AZ Alkmaar, who were level on points at the top of the standings with nine rounds of matches still to play, will go into next season's Champions League. The campaign was declared over on Tuesday when the Dutch government extended a ban on public events to Sept. 1 in an effort to curtail the spread of the new coronavirus, which has caused more than 4,000 deaths in the Netherlands. Ajax were top of the Eredivisie table with 56 points from 25 games, only ahead of AZ on goal difference, and both teams will now fill the Netherlands' qualifying places in UEFA's 2020-21 Champions League, Europe's elite club competition. “In these times, under these circumstances it is not appropriate to speak of a championship, therefore we only confirm the placing of the clubs as per the last standings,” the KNVB said in a statement. On the basis of top place, Ajax will take the Netherlands’ automatic place in the Champions League group phase while AZ will enter the competition at the preliminary round stage. AZ, this season's surprise package, were last in the elite competition in 2009-10 when they reached the group stage. Third-placed Feyenoord Rotterdam will compete in Europa League group phase, while PSV Eindhoven, who are fourth, and Willem II Tilburg in fifth will be in the preliminary rounds. It was also decided there would be no relegation and promotion after a vote of the 38 first and second division clubs. ADO Den Haag and RKC Waalwijk were expected to be relegated after filling the bottom two places to be replaced by the top two in the second-tier -- Cambuur Leeuwarden and De Graafschap. But it was decided that the same 18 clubs from this season will contest the top flight again in the next campaign. “Unfortunately, with the cabinet's most recent corona measures, it has become impossible to play out the rest of the 2019/2020 season,” the FA statement added. “It will be crystal clear to everyone involved, from supporters and players to directors and referees, that public health always comes first. "Today's decisions made about the settlement of the competition were for a mere football problem in the perspective of what the coronavirus has caused to society. “Nevertheless, the KNVB is aware that today's decisions will cause great disappointment in football for some,” the FA said.

No Dutch league title awarded this season says FA

Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju on Monday visited the Sports Authority of India's headquarter where senior officials and other essential staff resumed operations after more than a fortnight of working remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The SAI office was shut down on March 21 as part of precautionary measures to contain the virus.

The minister visited the SAI headquarters here wearing a mask and sanitised his hands before entering the premises.

"The ministry has started its office with minimum staff because work has to go on. We are ensuring strict compliance of rules like social distancing, wearing masks and temperature checks," Rijjiju said.

All ministers were on Saturday asked to resume office from Monday along with joint secretary-level officers and one-third of their essential staff.

"Only divisional heads and 30 per cent of the lower division staff will work on a rotational basis. This is being done as per the centre's order in an effort to streamline things before the complete lifting of the lockdown," an SAI official told PTI referring to the current lockdown.

The COVID-19 pandemic, which originated in China, has caused more than 300 deaths in India.

It has ravaged the world, killing over 100,000 people and putting tremendous strain on medical resources with more than 18,50,000 positive cases.&nbsp;

Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju on Monday visited the Sports Authority of India's headquarter where senior officials and other essential staff resumed operations after more than a fortnight of working remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju on Monday visited the Sports Authority of India's headquarter where senior officials and other essential staff resumed operations after more than a fortnight of working remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The SAI office was shut down on March 21 as part of precautionary measures to contain the virus. The minister visited the SAI headquarters here wearing a mask and sanitised his hands before entering the premises. "The ministry has started its office with minimum staff because work has to go on. We are ensuring strict compliance of rules like social distancing, wearing masks and temperature checks," Rijjiju said. All ministers were on Saturday asked to resume office from Monday along with joint secretary-level officers and one-third of their essential staff. "Only divisional heads and 30 per cent of the lower division staff will work on a rotational basis. This is being done as per the centre's order in an effort to streamline things before the complete lifting of the lockdown," an SAI official told PTI referring to the current lockdown. The COVID-19 pandemic, which originated in China, has caused more than 300 deaths in India. It has ravaged the world, killing over 100,000 people and putting tremendous strain on medical resources with more than 18,50,000 positive cases.

Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju visits SAI headquarters, essential staff resumes office

Jeff Bezos made the rounds on social media when he visited an Amazon warehouse earlier this week.

Recently, Amazon employees around the world have accused the company of not exercising enough precautionary measures in its warehouses.

After a walkout in New York City led to the dismissal of one of the employees, many workers organisations demanded Bezos to reinstate his job.

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He had claimed that Amazon warehouse in NYC was not following security protocols and there were no sanitation measures in places.

Turns out, the warehouse visited by the Chief Executive has reported its first positive case of the killer virus.

A message sent out to Amazon employees on Thursday confirmed the same.

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Bezos had visited the warehouse on Wednesday, and Amazon recently claimed that the tested employee was present on site that day.

“Consistent with our daily processes, the site has undergone enhanced cleanings since the associate’s last day,” said the message, Bloomberg reported.

The warehouse called “FTW6” is situated north of Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Amazon employees worldwide are having to deal with the surge in orders as physical stores continue to shut down amid a disrupted supply of chain.

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The US has over 100 such warehouses where employees are still working.

The vide showed Bezos wearing a mask and waving at employees.

Jeff Bezos made the rounds on social media when he visited an Amazon warehouse earlier this week. Recently, Amazon employees around the world have accused the company of not exercising enough precautionary measures in its warehouses.

Jeff Bezos made the rounds on social media when he visited an Amazon warehouse earlier this week. Recently, Amazon employees around the world have accused the company of not exercising enough precautionary measures in its warehouses. After a walkout in New York City led to the dismissal of one of the employees, many workers organisations demanded Bezos to reinstate his job. Also read: Chinese app records 300% surge in marriage appointments as Wuhan lockdown ends He had claimed that Amazon warehouse in NYC was not following security protocols and there were no sanitation measures in places. Turns out, the warehouse visited by the Chief Executive has reported its first positive case of the killer virus. A message sent out to Amazon employees on Thursday confirmed the same. Today's visits by our founder and CEO @JeffBezos to say thank you to Amazon fulfillment center and Whole Foods employees. We're all incredibly proud of the thousands of our colleagues working on the front lines to get critical goods to people everywhere during this crisis. pic.twitter.com/dygb345wDM — Amazon News (@amazonnews) April 9, 2020 × Bezos had visited the warehouse on Wednesday, and Amazon recently claimed that the tested employee was present on site that day. “Consistent with our daily processes, the site has undergone enhanced cleanings since the associate’s last day,” said the message, Bloomberg reported. The warehouse called “FTW6” is situated north of Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Amazon employees worldwide are having to deal with the surge in orders as physical stores continue to shut down amid a disrupted supply of chain. Also read: World faces the worst crisis since 'Great depression': IMF chief The US has over 100 such warehouses where employees are still working. The vide showed Bezos wearing a mask and waving at employees.

Amazon warehouse recently visited by Bezos records first coronavirus case

Patients infected with COVID-19 can transmit the deadly virus one to three days before the emergence of symptoms, according to the latest study published by the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Patients infected with COVID-19 can transmit the deadly virus one to three days before the emergence of symptoms, according to the latest study published by the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The study looked at 243 cases reported in Singapore between January 23 and March 16. This is the second study of its kind that highlights the threat of silent carriers or asymptomatic patients in the fight against COVID-19. In pics: Here is a guide to key coronavirus terms On January 23, Singapore recorded its first case of COVID-19. By March 16, the island city-state had recorded 243 cases, including 157 locally-acquired cases. Among the 243 cases, researchers identified seven groups of people, who could have transmitted the virus before displaying symptoms. They were further classified into four groups based on the date of exposure to a COVID-19 patient. Then, researchers checked the date on which these four groups of people had developed symptoms. That’s the time period researchers were looking for -- the time period between contraction and showing symptoms. In pics: Famous politicians who got tested for or have contracted coronavirus In the next step, researchers checked if these patients had come in contact with anyone during that period. The conclusion: some COVID-19 positive patients had started transmitting the deadly virus to others one to three days before they started showing symptoms. According to the researchers, this presymptomatic transmission increases the challenges in the fight against COVID-19. "The possibility of presymptomatic transmission increases the challenges of containment measures," said the research report. In pics: Did Russia have prior knowledge of coronavirus pandemic? Under the current system, officials trace all the persons who may have come in contact with an infected person. mostly, after the infected person starts displaying symptoms. However, researchers have an advice to public health officials. "Public health officials conducting contact tracing should strongly consider including a period before symptom onset to account for the possibility of presymptomatic transmission," said the research report. That means: trace all the people who may have been exposed to the infected person one or three days before symptoms began to show. There is another concern. With the focus currently on testing only people who show symptoms, the researchers expect asymptomatic illness to go under-detected. For the first time since the outbreak, China has reported the number of asymptomatic cases -- that’s people testing positive for COVID-19 without showing any symptoms. The current count stands at 1,300 confirmed cases. But, according to the south china morning post, the number could be as high as 40,000. So far, we have recorded over 9,30,000 confirmed cases and over 47,000 deaths across the world. According to the researchers of this study, the potential for presymptomatic transmission underscores the importance of social distancing -- including the avoidance of congregate settings -- to reduce COVID-19 spread. Additionally, officials will need to carry out testing and contact tracing in greater numbers.

COVID-19 can spread 1 to 3 days before symptoms emerge: Study

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