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Flooding, outages reported as severe thunderstorm watch in effect for Toronto
- July 09, 2020
Environment Canada on Wednesday afternoon announced a severe thunderstorm warning in effect for the Montreal area, warning it is tracking a cluster of severe thunderstorms. Police reported severe flooding Jane St. and Chalkfarm Dr., where cars are reportedly flooded and stalled. Video taken in the area showed at least one vehicle stuck in the water while other cars attempted to drive through it. (more...)
- July 09, 2020
Environment Canada on Wednesday afternoon announced a severe thunderstorm warning in effect for the Montreal area, warning it is tracking a cluster of severe thunderstorms. Police reported severe flooding Jane St. and Chalkfarm Dr., where cars are reportedly flooded and stalled. Video taken in the area showed at least one vehicle stuck in the water while other cars attempted to drive through it. (more...)
USA coronavirus cases top 3M
- July 09, 2020
A widely cited mortality model from the University of Washington's Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) projected on Tuesday that USA deaths would reach 208,000 by November 1, with the outbreak expected to gain new momentum heading into autumn. (more...)
- July 09, 2020
A widely cited mortality model from the University of Washington's Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) projected on Tuesday that USA deaths would reach 208,000 by November 1, with the outbreak expected to gain new momentum heading into autumn. (more...)
The coming political brawl over reopening schools
- July 09, 2020
In late June, the American Academy of Pediatrics said that schools should plan to fully reopen in the fall, but stated some exceptions should be granted for students who are high risk. The president's morning tweet, Pence said, showed his "determination to say, 'We're going to get kids back to school because that's where they belong'". (more...)
- July 09, 2020
In late June, the American Academy of Pediatrics said that schools should plan to fully reopen in the fall, but stated some exceptions should be granted for students who are high risk. The president's morning tweet, Pence said, showed his "determination to say, 'We're going to get kids back to school because that's where they belong'". (more...)
Ivory Coast PM Amadou Gon Coulibaly Dies Aged 61
- July 09, 2020
The deceased returned home last week (July 2) after a two-month absence during which period he was receiving medical treatment in France. President Ouattara said the country was in mourning. In a tweet, Ouattara paid tribute to "my younger brother, my son, Amadou Gon Coulibaly, who was, for 30 years, my closest partner". Madaxweynaha dalka Ivory Coast Ouattara ayaa sheegay in dalku uu ka murugeysanyahay Raiisul wasaaraha geeriyoday. (more...)
- July 09, 2020
The deceased returned home last week (July 2) after a two-month absence during which period he was receiving medical treatment in France. President Ouattara said the country was in mourning. In a tweet, Ouattara paid tribute to "my younger brother, my son, Amadou Gon Coulibaly, who was, for 30 years, my closest partner". Madaxweynaha dalka Ivory Coast Ouattara ayaa sheegay in dalku uu ka murugeysanyahay Raiisul wasaaraha geeriyoday. (more...)
Trump administration begins formal withdrawal from WHO
- July 08, 2020
World Health Organization officials have declined to comment on the withdrawal, saying they have not directly received formal USA notification. Dr. The move will impact global responses not only to the coronavirus pandemic, but also to diseases like polio. The official withdrawal notification could affect global efforts to fight infectious diseases. (more...)
- July 08, 2020
World Health Organization officials have declined to comment on the withdrawal, saying they have not directly received formal USA notification. Dr. The move will impact global responses not only to the coronavirus pandemic, but also to diseases like polio. The official withdrawal notification could affect global efforts to fight infectious diseases. (more...)
Buffer zones being created in Gogra, Hot Springs & Ladakh
- July 08, 2020
They said the two militaries are set to hold extensive talks on finalising modalities for restoring normalcy and bringing back peace and tranquillity in the region after the verification of the disengagement exercise is completed. China has yet to confirm whether it suffered casualties, but the number of Indian deaths is the highest along the border in more than five decades - a dramatic escalation that led to weeks of talks between senior military officials on how to ease tensions. (more...)
- July 08, 2020
They said the two militaries are set to hold extensive talks on finalising modalities for restoring normalcy and bringing back peace and tranquillity in the region after the verification of the disengagement exercise is completed. China has yet to confirm whether it suffered casualties, but the number of Indian deaths is the highest along the border in more than five decades - a dramatic escalation that led to weeks of talks between senior military officials on how to ease tensions. (more...)
Confirmed COVID-19 Cases in West Hollywood Now Total 300
- July 08, 2020
That's largely due to the roughly 2,000 test results that were backlogged from July 2 to July 5. However, the percentage of positive results has been climbing, with an average of 11.6% of those getting tested turning out to have the virus over a recent seven-day period. (more...)
- July 08, 2020
That's largely due to the roughly 2,000 test results that were backlogged from July 2 to July 5. However, the percentage of positive results has been climbing, with an average of 11.6% of those getting tested turning out to have the virus over a recent seven-day period. (more...)
Coronavirus Cases In India Stand At 7.4 Lakhs | Coronavirus cases in India
- July 08, 2020
Health ministry data from the world's second-most populous country showed more than 23,000 new cases on Monday, down slightly from Sunday's record increase of nearly 25,000. The total number of deaths that have been reported so far has increased to 20,642. India has ramped up the hospital infrastructure to adequately and effectively manage the cases. (more...)
- July 08, 2020
Health ministry data from the world's second-most populous country showed more than 23,000 new cases on Monday, down slightly from Sunday's record increase of nearly 25,000. The total number of deaths that have been reported so far has increased to 20,642. India has ramped up the hospital infrastructure to adequately and effectively manage the cases. (more...)
'I disagree' with Fauci on COVID-19 in the US
- July 08, 2020
Now there is a surge of cases in the south and the west after regional officials began to relax restrictions. "And I would say, this would not be considered a wave", Fauci declared in his 30-minute talk with NIH Director Francis Collins . Additionally, at least 32 states have reported high rates of new cases compared to previous prior weeks. However, Fauci noted that he did not merely consider the continuing increase to be a "shock" in cases. (more...)
- July 08, 2020
Now there is a surge of cases in the south and the west after regional officials began to relax restrictions. "And I would say, this would not be considered a wave", Fauci declared in his 30-minute talk with NIH Director Francis Collins . Additionally, at least 32 states have reported high rates of new cases compared to previous prior weeks. However, Fauci noted that he did not merely consider the continuing increase to be a "shock" in cases. (more...)
North Korea says 'no intention' to talk to U.S.
- July 08, 2020
The Ministry of Unification, Seoul's top inter-Korean body, said it had nothing to say about Kwon's statement, adding that South Korea remained of the position that peninsular issues should be resolved through dialogue between relevant parties. (more...)
- July 08, 2020
The Ministry of Unification, Seoul's top inter-Korean body, said it had nothing to say about Kwon's statement, adding that South Korea remained of the position that peninsular issues should be resolved through dialogue between relevant parties. (more...)
Australian Olympic snowboarder drowned on Gold Coast
- July 08, 2020
The surfer paddled to shore and raised the alarm with lifeguards on a jet ski who brought Pullin to the beach where they and paramedics performed CPR on him for about 45 minutes. "Our deepest condolences are with Alex's family, as well as his teammates and support staff", the body said in a statement. Many were heartbroken to lose an icon of the sport, someone many believed had potential to bring further Olympic glory to Australia. (more...)
- July 08, 2020
The surfer paddled to shore and raised the alarm with lifeguards on a jet ski who brought Pullin to the beach where they and paramedics performed CPR on him for about 45 minutes. "Our deepest condolences are with Alex's family, as well as his teammates and support staff", the body said in a statement. Many were heartbroken to lose an icon of the sport, someone many believed had potential to bring further Olympic glory to Australia. (more...)
Covid-19: Over 10 000 new coronavirus cases reported
- July 08, 2020
Gauteng is poised to become the new epicentre of the coronavirus. The mortality rate is now at 1.6% while the recovery rate sits at 47%. This rapid rise in cases has seen South Africa climb to number 14 on the global COVID-19 list , above China, France, and Germany. (more...)
- July 08, 2020
Gauteng is poised to become the new epicentre of the coronavirus. The mortality rate is now at 1.6% while the recovery rate sits at 47%. This rapid rise in cases has seen South Africa climb to number 14 on the global COVID-19 list , above China, France, and Germany. (more...)
Sprinter Bianca Williams accuses London cops of racial profiling
- July 08, 2020
Europe said USA influence had waned under Trump. The incident comes following a wave of Black Lives Matter protests in Britain that have prompted a re-evaluation of the memorialisation of Britain's colonial and slave-trading past. They added: "We're making efforts today to try to contact them but would also ask them to please get in touch as soon as they can". He said the officers had a reason to pull over the vehicle and that when you were pulled over and asked to step outside, it was a ... (more...)
- July 08, 2020
Europe said USA influence had waned under Trump. The incident comes following a wave of Black Lives Matter protests in Britain that have prompted a re-evaluation of the memorialisation of Britain's colonial and slave-trading past. They added: "We're making efforts today to try to contact them but would also ask them to please get in touch as soon as they can". He said the officers had a reason to pull over the vehicle and that when you were pulled over and asked to step outside, it was a ... (more...)
PM Modi wishes Brazilian President speedy recovery from Covid-19
- July 08, 2020
Mr Bolsonaro, who has played down the severity of the disease, which he has called a "little flu" , received his latest test after reportedly developing symptoms associated with COVID-19, including a fever, on Sunday. More than 65,000 Brazilians have so far died from COVID-19 and more than 1,500,000 have been infected. It's not the first personal run-in with the virus for Bolsonaro, who took office in early 2019. (more...)
- July 08, 2020
Mr Bolsonaro, who has played down the severity of the disease, which he has called a "little flu" , received his latest test after reportedly developing symptoms associated with COVID-19, including a fever, on Sunday. More than 65,000 Brazilians have so far died from COVID-19 and more than 1,500,000 have been infected. It's not the first personal run-in with the virus for Bolsonaro, who took office in early 2019. (more...)
Trump says he will pressure states to reopen schools in fall
- July 08, 2020
We just heard- Mike was telling me that Governor Santis, De Santis, just announced that the schools will be open in the fall. "And we don't want people to make political statements or do it for political reasons. A senior official did not directly answer the question, except to note that schools have already received funds as part of the government's stimulus efforts. (more...)
- July 08, 2020
We just heard- Mike was telling me that Governor Santis, De Santis, just announced that the schools will be open in the fall. "And we don't want people to make political statements or do it for political reasons. A senior official did not directly answer the question, except to note that schools have already received funds as part of the government's stimulus efforts. (more...)
China aims to be sole 'superpower — FBI's Wray
- July 08, 2020
The stakes could not be higher. During remarks at an event hosted by the Hudson Institute, FBI Director Chris Wray said China's leaders believe they are in a "generational fight" to make China the "world's only superpower by any means necessary". (more...)
- July 08, 2020
The stakes could not be higher. During remarks at an event hosted by the Hudson Institute, FBI Director Chris Wray said China's leaders believe they are in a "generational fight" to make China the "world's only superpower by any means necessary". (more...)
Aussie Olympian, world snowboard champ Alex ‘Chumpy’ Pullin dies in fishing mishap
- July 08, 2020
Lifeguards performed CPR but the 32-year-old was pronounced dead just before 11.15am local time. Brisbane-based newspaper the Courier-Mail earlier reported that Pullin was thought to have "suffered a shallow water blackout". He twice won gold at the boardercross World Championships. Alex Pullin was a two-time world champion. He represented Australian at an Olympic level at the 2010 Vancouver games, and again in 2014 at Sochi, where he was the national team's flagbearer. (more...)
- July 08, 2020
Lifeguards performed CPR but the 32-year-old was pronounced dead just before 11.15am local time. Brisbane-based newspaper the Courier-Mail earlier reported that Pullin was thought to have "suffered a shallow water blackout". He twice won gold at the boardercross World Championships. Alex Pullin was a two-time world champion. He represented Australian at an Olympic level at the 2010 Vancouver games, and again in 2014 at Sochi, where he was the national team's flagbearer. (more...)
Australian Man Fights Off Poisonous Snake While Driving
- July 08, 2020
While driving toward the nearest hospital, police said Jimmy was then detected at 123km/h and was pulled over. Jimmy feared he had been bitten by the snake and decided his only option was to kill the snake with his work knife and seatbelt. (more...)
- July 08, 2020
While driving toward the nearest hospital, police said Jimmy was then detected at 123km/h and was pulled over. Jimmy feared he had been bitten by the snake and decided his only option was to kill the snake with his work knife and seatbelt. (more...)
'Life goes on': Brazil's Bolsonaro tests coronavirus positive
- July 08, 2020
It is not the first time Bolsonaro has been tested for Covid-19. Since the beginning of the virus outbreak, Bolsonaro has minimized the risks of what he initially called "a little flu" while flouting social distancing rules and containment measures, such as wearing a mask in public. (more...)
- July 08, 2020
It is not the first time Bolsonaro has been tested for Covid-19. Since the beginning of the virus outbreak, Bolsonaro has minimized the risks of what he initially called "a little flu" while flouting social distancing rules and containment measures, such as wearing a mask in public. (more...)
Mary Kay Letourneau, who raped and married underage student, has died
- July 08, 2020
The lawyer, David Gehrke, did not provide additional details. Despite all this, Letourneau said she "did not know" she was committing was a crime. The status of their relationship when Letourneau died wasn't immediately clear. However, shortly after being released from jail, she was found in a auto having sex with Fualaau. They married in May 2005 amid controversy, and have made headlines several times in the years since talking about the nature of their divisive relationship. (more...)
- July 08, 2020
The lawyer, David Gehrke, did not provide additional details. Despite all this, Letourneau said she "did not know" she was committing was a crime. The status of their relationship when Letourneau died wasn't immediately clear. However, shortly after being released from jail, she was found in a auto having sex with Fualaau. They married in May 2005 amid controversy, and have made headlines several times in the years since talking about the nature of their divisive relationship. (more...)
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