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A pandemic of the novel coronavirus has killed over 1 million people worldwide.

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Last Updated: October 7, 2020, 6:32 AM EDT

A pandemic of the novel coronavirus has now killed more than 1 million people worldwide.

Over 35.6 million people across the globe have been diagnosed with COVID-19, the disease caused by the new respiratory virus, according to data compiled by the Center for Systems Science and Engineering at Johns Hopkins University. The criteria for diagnosis -- through clinical means or a lab test -- has varied from country-to-country. Still, the actual numbers are believed to be much higher due to testing shortages, many unreported cases and suspicions that some national governments are hiding or downplaying the scope of their outbreaks.

Since the first cases were detected in China in December, the virus has rapidly spread to every continent except Antarctica.

The United States is the worst-affected country, with more than 7.4 million diagnosed cases and at least 210,774 deaths.

California has the most cases of any U.S. state, with more than 837,000 people diagnosed, according to Johns Hopkins data. California is followed by Texas and Florida, with over 798,000 cases and over 720,000 cases, respectively.

More than 190 vaccine candidates for COVID-19 are being tracked by the World Health Organization, at least seven of which are in crucial phase three trials.

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Oct 06, 2020, 5:55 PM EDT

Green Bay Packers place indefinite hold on fans at games

The Green Bay Packers announced Tuesday that they will continue to play without fans at historic Lambeau Field indefinitely this season, as Wisconsin sees a jump in coronavirus cases.

Since Sept. 5, when the NFL season began, the state has recorded 48,847 new coroanvirus cases, according to the state Health Department. The state's seven-day average for percent positive tests per person has increased from 10% on Sept. 5, to 17% on Oct. 5, according to the Health Department.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers directs the offense in an empty stadium during the third quarter of their game against the Atlanta Falcons, Oct. 5, 2020, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis.
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"We are trending in the wrong direction in terms of hospitalization and positive cases, and based on recommendations from community healthcare and public health officials, hosting fans at the stadium for games is not advisable at this time," Packers President and CEO Mark Murphy said in a news release.

Murphy said the team will continue to evaluate the situation and alert fans to any future updates. In the meantime, he urged them to wear masks, social distance and take other health precautions.

"When watching our games, please limit the people with whom you cheer to your small circle of family or close friends," he said.

The Packers have gotten off to a tremendous start this year, beating the Atlanta Falcons on Monday night to start the season 4-0.

Oct 06, 2020, 4:40 PM EDT

Royal Caribbean extends cancellations through Nov. 30

Royal Caribbean said it’s extending cruise cancellations through Nov. 30 following consultations with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Cruise Lines International Association.

The cruise lines says it hopes to resume sailing on Dec. 1.

Oct 06, 2020, 3:29 PM EDT

Wisconsin limits capacity at restaurants, stores to 25% as virus surges

As daily cases and hospitalizations surge to record highs in Wisconsin, Gov. Tony Evers has issued a new order limiting restaurants, stores and other businesses to no more than 25% capacity. 

"We are continuing to experience a surge in cases and many of our hospitals are overwhelmed, and I believe limiting indoor public gatherings will help slow the spread of this virus," Evers said. "The sooner we get control of this virus, the sooner our economy, communities, and state can bounce back."

During the week of Sept. 27 to Oct. 3, Wisconsin had 14,936 new cases -- the third-highest total number of new cases in the nation, according to the state. Wisconsin now has over 136,000 cases of coronavirus.

The new rule goes into effect on Thursday and will last until Nov. 6.

ABC News' Arielle Mitropoulos contributed to this report.

Oct 06, 2020, 12:35 PM EDT

Cruise lines to test all passengers and crew before boarding

Cruise lines around the world have agreed to test all passengers and crew, if the ship carries 250 or more passengers.

The new policy goes into effect immediately.

“This is a travel industry first and an example of the cruise industry leading the way,” Cruise Lines International Association said in a statement.

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