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May 7, 2020

EU Warns Pandemic Economic Recession Will Be Worst in History
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In Brussels, European Union leaders warn the 27-nation bloc is facing
the worst recession in its history, with forecasters projecting a 7.4%
drop in economic output. The dire news came as Germany began a phased
reopening of its economy, with schools, day care centers and some
restaurants set to reopen with social distancing rules in effect. In
Italy, COVID-19 deaths have hit a nearly two-month low, while France is
set to end its lockdown on May 11.


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