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One dead, nine taken to hospital as Florida building collapse rescue continues
- June 24, 2021
Miami Beach Police Department said its officers were "assisting the Town of Surfside at a partial building collapse". Aventura Hospital and Medical Center, about 8 miles northwest of Surfside, has received three patients from the scene so far. (more...)
- June 24, 2021
Miami Beach Police Department said its officers were "assisting the Town of Surfside at a partial building collapse". Aventura Hospital and Medical Center, about 8 miles northwest of Surfside, has received three patients from the scene so far. (more...)
No jury as Hong Kong's first 'national security' trial gets under way
- June 23, 2021
The defendants were accused of conspiring with Jimmy Lai Chee-ying, an instigator of Hong Kong riots, and others to request a foreign country or an institution, organization or individual outside the mainland, Hong Kong and Macao to impose sanctions or blockade, or engage in other hostile activities against Hong Kong or the country from July 1 of past year to April 3. (more...)
- June 23, 2021
The defendants were accused of conspiring with Jimmy Lai Chee-ying, an instigator of Hong Kong riots, and others to request a foreign country or an institution, organization or individual outside the mainland, Hong Kong and Macao to impose sanctions or blockade, or engage in other hostile activities against Hong Kong or the country from July 1 of past year to April 3. (more...)
Wellington to move to Level 2 tonight
- June 23, 2021
Hospitality businesses must keep groups of customers separated, seated, and served by a single person. The travel bubble with Australia has been paused several times since it began on April 19. "New Zealand authorities were notified by their Australian counterparts Tuesday evening and the established processes of contacting the case's close contacts and getting further information about their movements while in Wellington was initiated". (more...)
- June 23, 2021
Hospitality businesses must keep groups of customers separated, seated, and served by a single person. The travel bubble with Australia has been paused several times since it began on April 19. "New Zealand authorities were notified by their Australian counterparts Tuesday evening and the established processes of contacting the case's close contacts and getting further information about their movements while in Wellington was initiated". (more...)
United Kingdom records 9,284 new Covid-19 cases, amid rising trend
- June 22, 2021
The new cases were among 229 cases found across B.C. since the last update from the province on Friday. Out of the cases announced Sunday, 42 were identified in Winnipeg, 24 in the Southern Health region, 14 in Interlake-Eastern, eight in the Northern Health region and five in Prairie Mountain. (more...)
- June 22, 2021
The new cases were among 229 cases found across B.C. since the last update from the province on Friday. Out of the cases announced Sunday, 42 were identified in Winnipeg, 24 in the Southern Health region, 14 in Interlake-Eastern, eight in the Northern Health region and five in Prairie Mountain. (more...)
Bidens announce death of ‘beloved’ German Shepherd Champ
- June 20, 2021
Joe Biden's German shepherd Champ passed away on June 19Credit: GettyWhat happened to Joe Biden's dog Champ? Major and Champ were taken home to DE at one point, and Major went through training after the younger dog had two separate biting incidents at the White House and an unknown dog appeared to have pooed in a White House hallway. (more...)
- June 20, 2021
Joe Biden's German shepherd Champ passed away on June 19Credit: GettyWhat happened to Joe Biden's dog Champ? Major and Champ were taken home to DE at one point, and Major went through training after the younger dog had two separate biting incidents at the White House and an unknown dog appeared to have pooed in a White House hallway. (more...)
Coronavirus cases surge in United Kingdom as Delta variant worries officials
- June 19, 2021
Some 33,630 cases of the mutation were recorded in the last week and PHE said "the most recent data show 99% of sequenced and genotyped cases across the country are the Delta variant ". It is encouraging to see that hospitalisations and deaths are not rising at the same rate but we will continue to monitor it closely. "The vaccination programme and the care that we are all taking to follow the guidance are continuing to save lives". (more...)
- June 19, 2021
Some 33,630 cases of the mutation were recorded in the last week and PHE said "the most recent data show 99% of sequenced and genotyped cases across the country are the Delta variant ". It is encouraging to see that hospitalisations and deaths are not rising at the same rate but we will continue to monitor it closely. "The vaccination programme and the care that we are all taking to follow the guidance are continuing to save lives". (more...)
China successfully launches first crewed mission for space station construction
- June 17, 2021
The astronauts, already wearing their spacesuits, were seen off by space officials, other uniformed military personnel and a crowd of children waving flowers and flags and singing patriotic songs. Other improvements include an increase in the number of automated and remote-controlled systems that should "significantly lessen the pressure on the astronauts", Gao said. (more...)
- June 17, 2021
The astronauts, already wearing their spacesuits, were seen off by space officials, other uniformed military personnel and a crowd of children waving flowers and flags and singing patriotic songs. Other improvements include an increase in the number of automated and remote-controlled systems that should "significantly lessen the pressure on the astronauts", Gao said. (more...)
COVID-19: Three new cases and nine recoveries
- June 17, 2021
That brings the pandemic total up to 7,652, while the death toll remained stagnant at 72, where it has been since May 28. The latest numbers come as new data shows the percentage of COVID-19 tests coming back positive continues to drop as disease activity wanes as the number of vaccinated county residents increases. (more...)
- June 17, 2021
That brings the pandemic total up to 7,652, while the death toll remained stagnant at 72, where it has been since May 28. The latest numbers come as new data shows the percentage of COVID-19 tests coming back positive continues to drop as disease activity wanes as the number of vaccinated county residents increases. (more...)
Too soon to tell if Delta variant symptoms are different
- June 17, 2021
The effectiveness of two vaccines was studied for the goal, BioNTech's ' mRNA vaccine, Pfizer and Oxford-Astrazeneca's vaccine. With earlier variants, each individual infection resulted in three to five new cases, he added. Data from Public Health England (PHE), showed that two doses of the vaccine are 92% effective in preventing hospitalisations caused by the Delta variant , noting no deaths from the strain were reported among those who have completed their rounds. (more...)
- June 17, 2021
The effectiveness of two vaccines was studied for the goal, BioNTech's ' mRNA vaccine, Pfizer and Oxford-Astrazeneca's vaccine. With earlier variants, each individual infection resulted in three to five new cases, he added. Data from Public Health England (PHE), showed that two doses of the vaccine are 92% effective in preventing hospitalisations caused by the Delta variant , noting no deaths from the strain were reported among those who have completed their rounds. (more...)
Senate passes bill making Juneteenth a federal holiday
- June 16, 2021
While Juneteenth has been celebrated by some Black Americans since the late 1800s , the holiday has gained in popularity in recent years. "Juneteenth would not be possible if it were not for the courage and determination of former slaves who relentlessly fought for their freedom and dignity". (more...)
- June 16, 2021
While Juneteenth has been celebrated by some Black Americans since the late 1800s , the holiday has gained in popularity in recent years. "Juneteenth would not be possible if it were not for the courage and determination of former slaves who relentlessly fought for their freedom and dignity". (more...)
Kenney, Shandro offer clarity on Alberta’s COVID-19 vaccine lottery
- June 15, 2021
The "Open for Summer Lottery" is being implemented to encourage more Albertans to get vaccinated. "This lottery will help us cross that 70 per cent threshold so we can reopen and stay open", Kenney said in a media release Sunday announcing Monday's media event. (more...)
- June 15, 2021
The "Open for Summer Lottery" is being implemented to encourage more Albertans to get vaccinated. "This lottery will help us cross that 70 per cent threshold so we can reopen and stay open", Kenney said in a media release Sunday announcing Monday's media event. (more...)
Delta hot spots targeted for second dose
- June 10, 2021
The data also shows testing numbers have dropped. Ontario is to release new COVID-19 projections today on the eve of its economic reopening. "The Delta variant is more transmissible and may cause more severe illness", said Dr. In a best case scenario, Ontario's daily COVID-19 case count will remain under 500 during the summer. With 180,000 vaccines per day, that number would be at around 1,500. (more...)
- June 10, 2021
The data also shows testing numbers have dropped. Ontario is to release new COVID-19 projections today on the eve of its economic reopening. "The Delta variant is more transmissible and may cause more severe illness", said Dr. In a best case scenario, Ontario's daily COVID-19 case count will remain under 500 during the summer. With 180,000 vaccines per day, that number would be at around 1,500. (more...)
"America is back": Brussels upbeat on eve of Biden’s Europe trip
- June 10, 2021
He added that the United States will respond if Russia's "harmful" activities against Washington continue. US President Joe Biden is traveling to Europe for meetings with political and military leaders. Germany is looking to see the US troop presence maintained there so it doesn't need to build up its own. Sullivan told reporters Biden would press the Russian president on USA priorities and values. (more...)
- June 10, 2021
He added that the United States will respond if Russia's "harmful" activities against Washington continue. US President Joe Biden is traveling to Europe for meetings with political and military leaders. Germany is looking to see the US troop presence maintained there so it doesn't need to build up its own. Sullivan told reporters Biden would press the Russian president on USA priorities and values. (more...)
Biden Justice Department seeks to take on Trump rape defamation suit
- June 09, 2021
U.S. justice department officials say Donald Trump can not be held personally liable for "crude and disrespectful" remarks he made while president about a woman who accused him of rape. Though Carroll's lawyer expressed confidence in the appeal, the Justice Department's move will further delay resolution Carroll's litigation. "The DOJ's position is not only legally wrong, it is morally wrong since it would give federal officials free license to cover up private sexual misconduct by ... (more...)
- June 09, 2021
U.S. justice department officials say Donald Trump can not be held personally liable for "crude and disrespectful" remarks he made while president about a woman who accused him of rape. Though Carroll's lawyer expressed confidence in the appeal, the Justice Department's move will further delay resolution Carroll's litigation. "The DOJ's position is not only legally wrong, it is morally wrong since it would give federal officials free license to cover up private sexual misconduct by ... (more...)
Covid: Matt Hancock to face questions after Dominic Cummings attack
- May 27, 2021
He later said plans had been prepared to announce his death. More than 127,000 people have died in the United Kingdom with 28 days of a positive test since the start of the pandemic, according to the government's coronavirus dashboard . "The truth is that senior ministers, senior officials, senior advisers like me, fell disastrously short of the standards that the public has a right to expect of its government in a crisis like this". (more...)
- May 27, 2021
He later said plans had been prepared to announce his death. More than 127,000 people have died in the United Kingdom with 28 days of a positive test since the start of the pandemic, according to the government's coronavirus dashboard . "The truth is that senior ministers, senior officials, senior advisers like me, fell disastrously short of the standards that the public has a right to expect of its government in a crisis like this". (more...)
353 new cases of COVID-19 and four additional deaths reported
- May 26, 2021
Our award-winning journalists bring you the news that impacts you, Canada, and the world. There are 353 new cases of the virus today, including 269 in Winnipeg . Quebec is lifting all curfews in the province on Friday, and Premier Francois Legault said he anticipates the 10 remaining regions still in a code-red health order will be moved to orange by June 7. (more...)
- May 26, 2021
Our award-winning journalists bring you the news that impacts you, Canada, and the world. There are 353 new cases of the virus today, including 269 in Winnipeg . Quebec is lifting all curfews in the province on Friday, and Premier Francois Legault said he anticipates the 10 remaining regions still in a code-red health order will be moved to orange by June 7. (more...)
Kenya to get 72000 Covid vaccine doses returned by South Sudan
- May 26, 2021
An Ontario man in his 40s has died after receiving a first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine, public health officials confirmed Tuesday. While the death is still being investigated, Yaffe said it's been confirmed that the man had VITT at the time. (more...)
- May 26, 2021
An Ontario man in his 40s has died after receiving a first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine, public health officials confirmed Tuesday. While the death is still being investigated, Yaffe said it's been confirmed that the man had VITT at the time. (more...)
Covid-19 vaccine - one man’s trash another man’s treasure
- May 26, 2021
He stressed that "the whole world is struggling to obtain vaccines", considering that "it is unfair" that Hong Kong does not use the available doses. Hong Kong's vaccine hesitancy comes as many nearby countries are scrambling to secure enough doses as the coronavirus wreaks havoc. Long-term quarantine measures and economically distressing social distance rules keep Hong Kong's infections low. (more...)
- May 26, 2021
He stressed that "the whole world is struggling to obtain vaccines", considering that "it is unfair" that Hong Kong does not use the available doses. Hong Kong's vaccine hesitancy comes as many nearby countries are scrambling to secure enough doses as the coronavirus wreaks havoc. Long-term quarantine measures and economically distressing social distance rules keep Hong Kong's infections low. (more...)
NYC Mayor de Blasio Announces Schools Will Open in September
- May 25, 2021
The roughly 1 million students who attend traditional public schools will be in their classrooms with some version of the coronavirus protocols that have been in place in the current academic year, including mask wearing and COVID-19 testing. (more...)
- May 25, 2021
The roughly 1 million students who attend traditional public schools will be in their classrooms with some version of the coronavirus protocols that have been in place in the current academic year, including mask wearing and COVID-19 testing. (more...)
Belarus opposition figure's arrest in diverted flight draws criticism
- May 25, 2021
Pratasevich was charged in absentia with inciting mass riots, and he faces 15 years in prison if convicted. Ryanair said nothing untoward was found on the plane. The diversion of a Ryanair flight to Lithuania by Belarus, leading to the arrest of an opposition journalist who was a passenger, has sparked global outrage and calls for tough sanctions against the former Soviet nation. (more...)
- May 25, 2021
Pratasevich was charged in absentia with inciting mass riots, and he faces 15 years in prison if convicted. Ryanair said nothing untoward was found on the plane. The diversion of a Ryanair flight to Lithuania by Belarus, leading to the arrest of an opposition journalist who was a passenger, has sparked global outrage and calls for tough sanctions against the former Soviet nation. (more...)
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