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Coronavirus forces major changes to annual Hajj pilgrimage

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Hundreds of Muslim pilgrims observe social distancing at the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque in Mecca (AAP)
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The Hajj begins in Saudi Arabia - but it's never been like this before; Brazil sets a grim record; and Italy extends its state of emergency.

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The Hajj begins in Saudi Arabia - but it's never been like this before; Brazil sets a grim record; and Italy extends its state of emergency.

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