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Red Cross offers free COVID-19 antibody test for blood donations
- June 16, 2020
The American Red Cross has announced that it will test all blood, platelet, and plasma donations for COVID-19. On World Blood Donor Day, health experts and patient advocacy groups espoused for promoting blood donation and stressed on its safety aspect in view of paucity of blood amid the coronavirus pandemic. (more...)
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- June 16, 2020
The American Red Cross has announced that it will test all blood, platelet, and plasma donations for COVID-19. On World Blood Donor Day, health experts and patient advocacy groups espoused for promoting blood donation and stressed on its safety aspect in view of paucity of blood amid the coronavirus pandemic. (more...)
USA father arrested after two children died in a hot truck
- June 16, 2020
Dustin Lee Dennis, 31, now faces two counts of second-degree murder after his handsome young children, Teagan , 4, and Ryan , 3, were found dead as the monster slept nearby. Dennis told police he thought he removed his children from his truck, Public Information Officer Jeanne Pierce said. "'Hopefully they were asleep and went peacefully", an emotional Keys told reporters. (more...)
- June 16, 2020
Dustin Lee Dennis, 31, now faces two counts of second-degree murder after his handsome young children, Teagan , 4, and Ryan , 3, were found dead as the monster slept nearby. Dennis told police he thought he removed his children from his truck, Public Information Officer Jeanne Pierce said. "'Hopefully they were asleep and went peacefully", an emotional Keys told reporters. (more...)
Fox News Removes Altered Photo of Seattle Protests From Website
- June 16, 2020
The standards of journalism require photo illustrations to be clearly marked, and caution against using photos from different times and locations unless they are clearly marked because it can be misleading to the reader or viewer. Despite a description by the President that is at odds with the reality on the ground, Fox News has continued to present the situation as risky. Fox also used images from protests in other states in its coverage of the Seattle unrest. (more...)
- June 16, 2020
The standards of journalism require photo illustrations to be clearly marked, and caution against using photos from different times and locations unless they are clearly marked because it can be misleading to the reader or viewer. Despite a description by the President that is at odds with the reality on the ground, Fox News has continued to present the situation as risky. Fox also used images from protests in other states in its coverage of the Seattle unrest. (more...)
Chuba Hubbard Boycotting Oklahoma State After Mike Gundy Wears OAN Shirt
- June 16, 2020
Hubbard rushed for 2,094 yards and 21 touchdowns to be named a first-team All-American and the Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year. "This is a time for unity of goal to confront racial inequities and injustice". They just reported the news. "So that was refreshing". That Gundy would wear such a shirt should not be much of a surprise. Then an image of the post circulated widely on Twitter. (more...)
- June 16, 2020
Hubbard rushed for 2,094 yards and 21 touchdowns to be named a first-team All-American and the Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year. "This is a time for unity of goal to confront racial inequities and injustice". They just reported the news. "So that was refreshing". That Gundy would wear such a shirt should not be much of a surprise. Then an image of the post circulated widely on Twitter. (more...)
Trump Denounces John Bolton's Book, Says Conversations Are 'Highly Classified'
- June 16, 2020
The NSC claimed the book continued to contain "significant amounts" of classified information, but Bolton's lawyer pushed back, claiming that none of it "could reasonably be considered classified". 'This attempt will not succeed, and Mr. Bolton's book will be published June 23'. Bolton accepted most of Knight's suggestions and proposed alternative solutions to others, Cooper said. (more...)
- June 16, 2020
The NSC claimed the book continued to contain "significant amounts" of classified information, but Bolton's lawyer pushed back, claiming that none of it "could reasonably be considered classified". 'This attempt will not succeed, and Mr. Bolton's book will be published June 23'. Bolton accepted most of Knight's suggestions and proposed alternative solutions to others, Cooper said. (more...)
NYPD Lieutenant Regrets Kneeling With Protesters: "I Made The Wrong Decision"
- June 16, 2020
At least that [sic] what I told myself once we made that bad decision". A New York Police Department officer who kneeled with protesters at a rally late last month now is sorry for the choice and said sorry to his fellow police officers. (more...)
- June 16, 2020
At least that [sic] what I told myself once we made that bad decision". A New York Police Department officer who kneeled with protesters at a rally late last month now is sorry for the choice and said sorry to his fellow police officers. (more...)
North Korea analysis: Why Pyongyang is threatening military action again
- June 16, 2020
He also pushed South Korea to resume the operations of the two big inter-Korean projects - a factory park and a tourism site, both in North Korea - but South Korea was unable to do so due to the sanctions. The North has severed all communication channels with the South and warned the nation may take retaliatory military action. The Defence Ministry said separately it closely monitors North Korea's military and maintains a firm military readiness. (more...)
- June 16, 2020
He also pushed South Korea to resume the operations of the two big inter-Korean projects - a factory park and a tourism site, both in North Korea - but South Korea was unable to do so due to the sanctions. The North has severed all communication channels with the South and warned the nation may take retaliatory military action. The Defence Ministry said separately it closely monitors North Korea's military and maintains a firm military readiness. (more...)
Justin Timberlake Pays Tribute to Rayshard Brooks With Heartbreaking Picture
- June 16, 2020
Last Friday in Atlanta, officers responded to a call of a man asleep in his auto in a Wendy's drive-through lane. Brooks was taken to the hospital but died after surgery, the GBI said , adding that one officer was injured. Atlanta's police chief, Erika Shields , resigned over the shooting of Brooks while the officer suspected of the killing was sacked. Two lawyers representing Brooks' family, L. (more...)
- June 16, 2020
Last Friday in Atlanta, officers responded to a call of a man asleep in his auto in a Wendy's drive-through lane. Brooks was taken to the hospital but died after surgery, the GBI said , adding that one officer was injured. Atlanta's police chief, Erika Shields , resigned over the shooting of Brooks while the officer suspected of the killing was sacked. Two lawyers representing Brooks' family, L. (more...)
New Video of George Floyd Murder Shows Cop Ignoring Bystanders' Pleas
- June 15, 2020
Derek Chauvin was charged with second-degree murder while the three other officers, Thomas Lane, Tou Thao , and Alexander Keung, were charged with aiding and abetting second-degree murder. "With this bad tragedy it might be a good time to push in this direction". Mr Lane's attorney, Earl Gray, confirmed his client accepted bail with conditions and has returned home to his wife, though it is unclear where they live. (more...)
- June 15, 2020
Derek Chauvin was charged with second-degree murder while the three other officers, Thomas Lane, Tou Thao , and Alexander Keung, were charged with aiding and abetting second-degree murder. "With this bad tragedy it might be a good time to push in this direction". Mr Lane's attorney, Earl Gray, confirmed his client accepted bail with conditions and has returned home to his wife, though it is unclear where they live. (more...)
Nepal parliament approves new map amid rising border tensions with India
- June 15, 2020
Birendra International Convention Centre, where the Nepalese parliament meets. "Our multi-faceted bilateral partnership has expanded and diversified in recent years with increased focus and enhanced humanitarian and development assistance by the Government of India and connectivity projects in Nepal", Anurag Srivastava, MEA spokesperson said. (more...)
- June 15, 2020
Birendra International Convention Centre, where the Nepalese parliament meets. "Our multi-faceted bilateral partnership has expanded and diversified in recent years with increased focus and enhanced humanitarian and development assistance by the Government of India and connectivity projects in Nepal", Anurag Srivastava, MEA spokesperson said. (more...)
Madeleine McCann suspect refusing to speak with investigators
- June 15, 2020
The new suspect is a 43-year-old German man, named in reports as Christian B , who is in prison in Germany. "In terms of the investigation, and the parents' hopes for justice, last week was a lost week", said Mr Alves. Now a third country has entered the quest for answers. Hans Christian Wolters, a spokesman for the Braunschweig public prosecutor's office, said on Monday that prosecutors had some evidence Madeleine was dead but did not have enough for a trial. (more...)
- June 15, 2020
The new suspect is a 43-year-old German man, named in reports as Christian B , who is in prison in Germany. "In terms of the investigation, and the parents' hopes for justice, last week was a lost week", said Mr Alves. Now a third country has entered the quest for answers. Hans Christian Wolters, a spokesman for the Braunschweig public prosecutor's office, said on Monday that prosecutors had some evidence Madeleine was dead but did not have enough for a trial. (more...)
Black protester who carried white man to safety tried to avoid 'catastrophe'
- June 15, 2020
As Mr Hutchinson carried him through the packed street, some protesters continued to try and strike the injured man. Again, these are incredible images that expand everywhere ... 'His life was under threat. "To be honest I had no plans of going up there on that day". After a few minutes, Hutchinson emerged carrying the victim. (more...)
- June 15, 2020
As Mr Hutchinson carried him through the packed street, some protesters continued to try and strike the injured man. Again, these are incredible images that expand everywhere ... 'His life was under threat. "To be honest I had no plans of going up there on that day". After a few minutes, Hutchinson emerged carrying the victim. (more...)
Parties strike deal to form new Irish government
- June 15, 2020
A statement from Fianna Fáil said: "The leaders of Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael and the Green Party have signed-off on the draft programme for government and it will issue later this afternoon". Any agreement would have to be ratified by rank and file members from each party, with the smaller Greens requiring two-thirds support. From what's known about its contents the Green Party is the biggest victor in the deal. (more...)
- June 15, 2020
A statement from Fianna Fáil said: "The leaders of Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael and the Green Party have signed-off on the draft programme for government and it will issue later this afternoon". Any agreement would have to be ratified by rank and file members from each party, with the smaller Greens requiring two-thirds support. From what's known about its contents the Green Party is the biggest victor in the deal. (more...)
Autopsy declares Rayshard Brooks killing a homicide
- June 15, 2020
Brooks' death comes amid widespread protests over racial injustice and police brutality that began with the May 25 killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis. Video of the incident circulating on social media showed two white police officers wrestling Brooks to the ground in the parking lot. The demonstrations were planned before an Atlanta police officer on Friday shot dead Rayshard Brooks outside a fast food restaurant. (more...)
- June 15, 2020
Brooks' death comes amid widespread protests over racial injustice and police brutality that began with the May 25 killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis. Video of the incident circulating on social media showed two white police officers wrestling Brooks to the ground in the parking lot. The demonstrations were planned before an Atlanta police officer on Friday shot dead Rayshard Brooks outside a fast food restaurant. (more...)
Netanyahu Announces First Steps to Building Golan Town Named After Trump
- June 15, 2020
The controversial Trump Heights settlement was announced a year ago in the western Golan, with Tel Aviv making the symbolic gesture following Washington's decision to recognise the Syrian territory as Israeli. allies. Israel's cabinet has approved $2.3 million in funding for a new Golan Heights settlement that will be name "Trump Heights" to salute the Trump administration's recognition of Israel's sovereignty over the Golan Heights, NBC News reported . (more...)
- June 15, 2020
The controversial Trump Heights settlement was announced a year ago in the western Golan, with Tel Aviv making the symbolic gesture following Washington's decision to recognise the Syrian territory as Israeli. allies. Israel's cabinet has approved $2.3 million in funding for a new Golan Heights settlement that will be name "Trump Heights" to salute the Trump administration's recognition of Israel's sovereignty over the Golan Heights, NBC News reported . (more...)
Biden's VP List Narrows: Warren, Harris, Susan Rice, Others
- June 15, 2020
One lakh people have died due to this epidemic in America. Joe Biden nearly accused President Trump of giving credibility to "racist f-ks" during a speech in Philadelphia last week, but stopped himself just before uttering the expletive. (more...)
- June 15, 2020
One lakh people have died due to this epidemic in America. Joe Biden nearly accused President Trump of giving credibility to "racist f-ks" during a speech in Philadelphia last week, but stopped himself just before uttering the expletive. (more...)
Trump Reschedules Rally Planned for Juneteenth ‘Out of Respect’ for Holiday
- June 15, 2020
The Trump campaign, however, has not said whether it plans to enforce guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control calling for face coverings at large gatherings such as the Trump rally in Tulsa. Similar to the Tulsa World editorial board, many have questioned why Trump would hold the rally in the same city where the Black Wall Street massacre occurred. (more...)
- June 15, 2020
The Trump campaign, however, has not said whether it plans to enforce guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control calling for face coverings at large gatherings such as the Trump rally in Tulsa. Similar to the Tulsa World editorial board, many have questioned why Trump would hold the rally in the same city where the Black Wall Street massacre occurred. (more...)
Police arrest man suspected of urinating next to Keith Palmer memorial
- June 15, 2020
Banks's act was widely condemned by politicians including MP Tobias Ellwood, who gave first aid to PC Palmer as he lay dying in the grounds of Parliament. He wrote on Twitter: " Racist thuggery has no place on our streets". "I'm really saddened to see this, in fact disgusted, it's one of the most disturbing images I've seen", he said. (more...)
- June 15, 2020
Banks's act was widely condemned by politicians including MP Tobias Ellwood, who gave first aid to PC Palmer as he lay dying in the grounds of Parliament. He wrote on Twitter: " Racist thuggery has no place on our streets". "I'm really saddened to see this, in fact disgusted, it's one of the most disturbing images I've seen", he said. (more...)
Stearns County Records 18th COVID-19 Related Death
- June 15, 2020
Marshall County has had five confirmed cases. Notably, data tends to be lower on weekends due to less reporting to the state health department. On Saturday evening, the National Public Health Emergency Team announced that five more people had sadly died due to Covid-19 in Ireland. (more...)
- June 15, 2020
Marshall County has had five confirmed cases. Notably, data tends to be lower on weekends due to less reporting to the state health department. On Saturday evening, the National Public Health Emergency Team announced that five more people had sadly died due to Covid-19 in Ireland. (more...)
United Kingdom marks third anniversary of deadly Grenfell Tower blaze
- June 15, 2020
Grenfell United with Grenfell Silent Walk held an online service of remembrance and reflection in place of its usual vigil and silent walk and 70 church bells across London also rang at 6pm. Adele also thanked the many people who have been campaigning for safe homes and justice, following the tragedy. Members have asked people across the country to show solidarity by illuminating their rooms green at 10.30pm by watching a special film on their laptops, phones and tablets available at ... (more...)
- June 15, 2020
Grenfell United with Grenfell Silent Walk held an online service of remembrance and reflection in place of its usual vigil and silent walk and 70 church bells across London also rang at 6pm. Adele also thanked the many people who have been campaigning for safe homes and justice, following the tragedy. Members have asked people across the country to show solidarity by illuminating their rooms green at 10.30pm by watching a special film on their laptops, phones and tablets available at ... (more...)
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