Today is Monday, Feb. 10, 2020. Here’s what you need to know:
Good morning,
The coronavirus death toll has reached 811 in China, which is higher than the death toll of the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, better known as SARS, outbreak between 2002 and 2003.
SARS was responsible for 774 deaths, according to data recorded by the World Health Organization. 8,096 people were infected by SARS worldwide, and more than 34,000 people in China have been infected by the coronavirus.
Officials said at least 288 other cases of the virus have been reported across two dozen other countries, according to NPR.
News from The Post:
Comedian Preacher Lawson performed at Ohio University on Saturday. (The Post)
Freezing cold weather didn’t stop Sibs Weekend from being a bonding experience. (The Post)
The 92nd Academy Awards aired last night. (The Post)
Scores and Game Times:
Ohio women’s basketball team beat Kent State in a 63-57 win. (The Post)
Ohio hockey swept Stony Brook after its 3-1 win on Saturday. (The Post)
Ohio wrestling fell to both Northern Illinois and South Dakota State on Sunday. (The Post)
Athens Weather
Today there is a 100% chance of rain and a high of 51 degrees. (Courtesy of Scalia Lab)
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Congress approved $25 million in funding for gun safety research. (USA Today)
Hong Kong lifted the quarantine on cruise ships. (ABC News)
Here’s a roundup of all the winners at the 92nd Academy Awards (CBS News)
