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US Returns to 1000 COVID-19 Deaths Per Day
- July 28, 2020
NY now stands at third with more than 411,000 total cases, including 750 new cases reported on Saturday. Still, New York has recorded the most deaths of any U.S. Though the number of new cases on Sunday in Florida was lower than the other days, this is not that encouraging as the number of workers in the lab testing samples was also quite low. (more...)
- July 28, 2020
NY now stands at third with more than 411,000 total cases, including 750 new cases reported on Saturday. Still, New York has recorded the most deaths of any U.S. Though the number of new cases on Sunday in Florida was lower than the other days, this is not that encouraging as the number of workers in the lab testing samples was also quite low. (more...)
Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton Calls Slavery A "Necessary Evil"
- July 28, 2020
Earlier this summer, Senator Tom Cotton published an op-ed in the New York Times advocating for Donald Trump to "send in the troops" and deploy federal forces to Democratic-led cities to quell protests against racist police killings. Cotton takes issue with the idea that the foundation of the country is inextricable from slavery. Ironically, as Hannah-Jones pointed out in a tweet , Cotton's argument that slavery must be studied because it was "foundational" to the country's creation is ... (more...)
- July 28, 2020
Earlier this summer, Senator Tom Cotton published an op-ed in the New York Times advocating for Donald Trump to "send in the troops" and deploy federal forces to Democratic-led cities to quell protests against racist police killings. Cotton takes issue with the idea that the foundation of the country is inextricable from slavery. Ironically, as Hannah-Jones pointed out in a tweet , Cotton's argument that slavery must be studied because it was "foundational" to the country's creation is ... (more...)
German police excavate allotment in search for clues — Madeleine McCann case
- July 28, 2020
Despite a huge global manhunt, no trace of her has been found, nor has anyone been charged over her disappearance. They have been using excavators at the site and sniffer dogs were used on the grounds but police have not yet explained exactly what they are looking for. (more...)
- July 28, 2020
Despite a huge global manhunt, no trace of her has been found, nor has anyone been charged over her disappearance. They have been using excavators at the site and sniffer dogs were used on the grounds but police have not yet explained exactly what they are looking for. (more...)
Iran fires missile at mock aircraft carrier amid US tensions
- July 28, 2020
That drill, however, came as Iran and world powers remained locked in negotiations over Tehran's nuclear program. Other footage showed a helicopter firing a missile at the replica, complete with 16 fake fighter jets on board, while fast boats encircled the vessel, kicking up white wave in their wake. (more...)
- July 28, 2020
That drill, however, came as Iran and world powers remained locked in negotiations over Tehran's nuclear program. Other footage showed a helicopter firing a missile at the replica, complete with 16 fake fighter jets on board, while fast boats encircled the vessel, kicking up white wave in their wake. (more...)
Vietnam evacuating Da Nang a city of 80000 after three virus cases
- July 28, 2020
Phuc issued a stay-at-home order for parts of Danang, a city of 1.1 million people who are being urged to suspend "non-urgent activities" while public transportation is halted except for the transporting of materials for production, workers, experts, and people ordered into quarantine, the government said in a statement Monday. (more...)
- July 28, 2020
Phuc issued a stay-at-home order for parts of Danang, a city of 1.1 million people who are being urged to suspend "non-urgent activities" while public transportation is halted except for the transporting of materials for production, workers, experts, and people ordered into quarantine, the government said in a statement Monday. (more...)
Spain hopes United Kingdom to lift quarantine on Spanish islands quickly
- July 28, 2020
But what we were led to believe is that the government would take a more localised approach. Spain's prime minister has called the UK's recent decision to enforce quarantines on all Spanish arrivals "disproportionate". Spain's tourism minister Reyes Maroto insisted it was safe for holidaymakers to visit the popular destinations. He said talks were ongoing after the United Kingdom also advised against all but essential travel to the whole of Spain. (more...)
- July 28, 2020
But what we were led to believe is that the government would take a more localised approach. Spain's prime minister has called the UK's recent decision to enforce quarantines on all Spanish arrivals "disproportionate". Spain's tourism minister Reyes Maroto insisted it was safe for holidaymakers to visit the popular destinations. He said talks were ongoing after the United Kingdom also advised against all but essential travel to the whole of Spain. (more...)
Australian police arrest Black Lives Matter organizer
- July 28, 2020
However, police detained organizer Paddy Gibson in a public park shortly before the scheduled start of the march and ordered other participants to leave the area, according to a Reuters witness. Outdoor gatherings are limited to 20 people in New South Wales due to the pandemic. Mr Dungay, a diabetic, died after prison officers stormed his Sydney jail cell in 2015 to stop him eating biscuits. (more...)
- July 28, 2020
However, police detained organizer Paddy Gibson in a public park shortly before the scheduled start of the march and ordered other participants to leave the area, according to a Reuters witness. Outdoor gatherings are limited to 20 people in New South Wales due to the pandemic. Mr Dungay, a diabetic, died after prison officers stormed his Sydney jail cell in 2015 to stop him eating biscuits. (more...)
Human Trial Of "Covaxin" Begins At SUM Hospital In Bhubaneswar
- July 28, 2020
COVAXIN has been developed and manufactured by Bharat Biotech in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research and the National Institute of Virology. Several research organisations from across the country and outside have been eagerly waiting for such a unit in this part of the country to generate evidence in clinical research, based on factors such as local population, Rao said. (more...)
- July 28, 2020
COVAXIN has been developed and manufactured by Bharat Biotech in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research and the National Institute of Virology. Several research organisations from across the country and outside have been eagerly waiting for such a unit in this part of the country to generate evidence in clinical research, based on factors such as local population, Rao said. (more...)
Supreme Court Rejects Nevada Church Challenge on Virus Rules
- July 28, 2020
The church argued that the state policy treated church services differently from other large gatherings including casinos, gyms and restaurants. The order, issued late Friday, upholds Gov. "We have a duty to defend the constitution, and even a public health emergency does not absolve us of that responsibility". 'The guv permits hundreds to thousands to put together in pursuit of monetary fortunes however just 50 to collect in pursuit of spiritual ones. (more...)
- July 28, 2020
The church argued that the state policy treated church services differently from other large gatherings including casinos, gyms and restaurants. The order, issued late Friday, upholds Gov. "We have a duty to defend the constitution, and even a public health emergency does not absolve us of that responsibility". 'The guv permits hundreds to thousands to put together in pursuit of monetary fortunes however just 50 to collect in pursuit of spiritual ones. (more...)
Shark appears to kill woman in rare attack in ME, authorities say
- July 28, 2020
The attack happened off the coast of Bailey Island near White Sails Lane in the town. Kayakers nearby were able to bring the woman to shore, but she was pronounced dead when first responders arrived at the scene, the department said. According to Sulikowski, there has only been one unprovoked shark attack recorded in Maine. The diver was uninjured, according to reports at the time. (more...)
- July 28, 2020
The attack happened off the coast of Bailey Island near White Sails Lane in the town. Kayakers nearby were able to bring the woman to shore, but she was pronounced dead when first responders arrived at the scene, the department said. According to Sulikowski, there has only been one unprovoked shark attack recorded in Maine. The diver was uninjured, according to reports at the time. (more...)
New Zealand Suspends Extradition Treaty With Hong Kong, Says Foreign Affairs Minister
- July 28, 2020
Simon Wong, president of the Hong Kong Federation of Restaurants, said the sector would lose HK$5 billion (RM2.8 billion) in revenue in July if the government were to shut down dine-in services for the month. " China's passage of its new national security legislation has eroded rule-of-law principles, undermined the "one country, two systems" framework that underpins Hong Kong's unique status, and gone against commitments China made to the global community", Peters said. (more...)
- July 28, 2020
Simon Wong, president of the Hong Kong Federation of Restaurants, said the sector would lose HK$5 billion (RM2.8 billion) in revenue in July if the government were to shut down dine-in services for the month. " China's passage of its new national security legislation has eroded rule-of-law principles, undermined the "one country, two systems" framework that underpins Hong Kong's unique status, and gone against commitments China made to the global community", Peters said. (more...)
France Dispatches Rafale Fighters for India Amid Tense Situation Along Chinese Border
- July 28, 2020
France has been a key defence partner of India for decades with New Delhi procuring Mirage fighter aircraft and Scorpene submarines for the Indian military from French vendors. During the defence dialogue, the French side agreed to consider the Indian request for 8-10 Meteor missiles to be given to India by 2020 with the first four aircraft. (more...)
- July 28, 2020
France has been a key defence partner of India for decades with New Delhi procuring Mirage fighter aircraft and Scorpene submarines for the Indian military from French vendors. During the defence dialogue, the French side agreed to consider the Indian request for 8-10 Meteor missiles to be given to India by 2020 with the first four aircraft. (more...)
Graft verdict for Malaysia ex-leader a test of rule of law
- July 28, 2020
Najib was in office from 2009 to 2018. Analysts said the ruling could affect Najib's other trials and send a signal to the business community about the strength of Malaysia's legal system in tackling global financial crime. Najib denies any wrongdoing and calls the prosecutions a political attack on him. Evidence showed a complex trail of ill-gotten money paid for his home renovation, credit card purchases including a Chanel watch bought in Hawaii as a birthday gift for his wife, and ... (more...)
- July 28, 2020
Najib was in office from 2009 to 2018. Analysts said the ruling could affect Najib's other trials and send a signal to the business community about the strength of Malaysia's legal system in tackling global financial crime. Najib denies any wrongdoing and calls the prosecutions a political attack on him. Evidence showed a complex trail of ill-gotten money paid for his home renovation, credit card purchases including a Chanel watch bought in Hawaii as a birthday gift for his wife, and ... (more...)
Covid-19: WHO celebrates NZ success, but issues dire global warning
- July 28, 2020
The World Health Organisation (wHO) on Monday said that the Covid-19 pandemic is the most severe global health emergency by far as cases continue to accelerate. In the past six weeks, the total number of cases has roughly doubled", he said. Meanwhile, countries across the globe are struggling to keep economies afloat as cases surge and countries are forced to reimpose stricter measures. (more...)
- July 28, 2020
The World Health Organisation (wHO) on Monday said that the Covid-19 pandemic is the most severe global health emergency by far as cases continue to accelerate. In the past six weeks, the total number of cases has roughly doubled", he said. Meanwhile, countries across the globe are struggling to keep economies afloat as cases surge and countries are forced to reimpose stricter measures. (more...)
US Republicans unveil plan for another coronavirus stimulus
- July 28, 2020
Here's what's in store for the final bill , including more checks, loans for small businesses, and $100 billion to reopen schools. Senate Republicans have struggled for days to hammer out internal differences in crafting their long-anticipated COVID-19 economic relief plan, which they released Monday afternoon as several separate individual bills. (more...)
- July 28, 2020
Here's what's in store for the final bill , including more checks, loans for small businesses, and $100 billion to reopen schools. Senate Republicans have struggled for days to hammer out internal differences in crafting their long-anticipated COVID-19 economic relief plan, which they released Monday afternoon as several separate individual bills. (more...)
UK Plans to Fight Obesity With Ad Bans and Calorie Labels
- July 28, 2020
The plans form part of the Government's new obesity strategy, which was unveiled this weekend. Prof Dame Parveen Kumar, Board of Science chairwoman at the British Medical Association, the doctors' trade union, said: "Becoming obese can have a devastating impact on the health and wellbeing of our patients - it increases the risk of terrible diseases such as diabetes, cancer and, as we've recently discovered, the severity of Covid-19". (more...)
- July 28, 2020
The plans form part of the Government's new obesity strategy, which was unveiled this weekend. Prof Dame Parveen Kumar, Board of Science chairwoman at the British Medical Association, the doctors' trade union, said: "Becoming obese can have a devastating impact on the health and wellbeing of our patients - it increases the risk of terrible diseases such as diabetes, cancer and, as we've recently discovered, the severity of Covid-19". (more...)
Couple wears swastika masks in Minnesota Walmart
- July 28, 2020
One shopper can be heard on video saying that their grandfather killed Nazis. The masked woman can then be seen raising both her middle fingers to the camera before claiming that her appearance is in protest of mask mandates and former Vice President Joe Biden. (more...)
- July 28, 2020
One shopper can be heard on video saying that their grandfather killed Nazis. The masked woman can then be seen raising both her middle fingers to the camera before claiming that her appearance is in protest of mask mandates and former Vice President Joe Biden. (more...)
Ghislaine Maxwell lawyers say accusers might misuse criminal evidence
- July 28, 2020
Maxwell's lawyers filed an affidavit in her child sex trafficking case on Monday (US time), asking a NY judge to prevent prosecution witnesses from publishing information about the case online. Any moment now, the revelations from the sealed documents could finally explode. In a recent interview with the Mirror , attorney Lisa Bloom, who is acting as legal representation for some of Epstein's victims, discussed what could be down the road for the member of the British royal family. (more...)
- July 28, 2020
Maxwell's lawyers filed an affidavit in her child sex trafficking case on Monday (US time), asking a NY judge to prevent prosecution witnesses from publishing information about the case online. Any moment now, the revelations from the sealed documents could finally explode. In a recent interview with the Mirror , attorney Lisa Bloom, who is acting as legal representation for some of Epstein's victims, discussed what could be down the road for the member of the British royal family. (more...)
Hundreds jam airport as evacuations from Vietnam's Danang begin
- July 28, 2020
Da Nang is a tourist hotspot popular with domestic and global tourists, who flock to the city's white sandy beaches and seafront resorts. Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc said the country has let its guard down against the novel coronavirus after authorities reported four Vietnamese citizens - from a 17-year-old male to a 71-year-old woman - in the country's central coast region had contracted the virus. (more...)
- July 28, 2020
Da Nang is a tourist hotspot popular with domestic and global tourists, who flock to the city's white sandy beaches and seafront resorts. Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc said the country has let its guard down against the novel coronavirus after authorities reported four Vietnamese citizens - from a 17-year-old male to a 71-year-old woman - in the country's central coast region had contracted the virus. (more...)
Portland protests spark renewed rallies in U.S. cities
- July 28, 2020
USA federal agents fired tear gas canisters at Black Lives Matter demonstrators in downtown Portland in another day of protests , amid growing scrutiny over the use of border patrol and other federal officers in the city. The agents have also allegedly shot protesters with less-lethal rounds, gravely wounding one and whisking protesters away in unmarked vans. Federal officers retaliated with "gas and crowd-control munitions", said Oregon Live in a separate article. (more...)
- July 28, 2020
USA federal agents fired tear gas canisters at Black Lives Matter demonstrators in downtown Portland in another day of protests , amid growing scrutiny over the use of border patrol and other federal officers in the city. The agents have also allegedly shot protesters with less-lethal rounds, gravely wounding one and whisking protesters away in unmarked vans. Federal officers retaliated with "gas and crowd-control munitions", said Oregon Live in a separate article. (more...)
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