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Second night of protests over shooting of black man rock Wisconsin
- August 29, 2020
Police in riot gear stand in a line against protesters next to a message spay painted on the Kenosha County Courthouse. Officials, blaming outside agitators or much of the lawlessness surrounding demonstrations, said some three dozen fires were set on Monday night, mostly in an uptown, predominantly minority neighborhood where numerous businesses were burned. (more...)
- August 29, 2020
Police in riot gear stand in a line against protesters next to a message spay painted on the Kenosha County Courthouse. Officials, blaming outside agitators or much of the lawlessness surrounding demonstrations, said some three dozen fires were set on Monday night, mostly in an uptown, predominantly minority neighborhood where numerous businesses were burned. (more...)
US & Israel Delegations Will Head to EUA Next Week
- August 29, 2020
It lays out "a roadmap toward launching joint cooperation, leading to bilateral relations by stimulating economic growth and promoting technological innovation". Netanyahu announced that the Israeli delegation will also include representatives from a number of Israeli government ministries, including the directors of the foreign and defense ministries and the Israel Aviation Authority. (more...)
- August 29, 2020
It lays out "a roadmap toward launching joint cooperation, leading to bilateral relations by stimulating economic growth and promoting technological innovation". Netanyahu announced that the Israeli delegation will also include representatives from a number of Israeli government ministries, including the directors of the foreign and defense ministries and the Israel Aviation Authority. (more...)
Chinese Company Begins Talks on Coronavirus Vaccine Approval
- August 29, 2020
Three other candidates will soon go into manufacturing, he said. "We are getting our scientists to develop vaccines under "Operation Warp Speed". Russian Federation defended the quick turnaround of its COVID-9 vaccine, saying that it was in developing the drug for at least six years, CNBC reported. (more...)
- August 29, 2020
Three other candidates will soon go into manufacturing, he said. "We are getting our scientists to develop vaccines under "Operation Warp Speed". Russian Federation defended the quick turnaround of its COVID-9 vaccine, saying that it was in developing the drug for at least six years, CNBC reported. (more...)
US Department of Justice Working on Seizing 280 Crypto Accounts
- August 29, 2020
The document alleged that North Korea has about 6,000 hackers, many of whom have based their operations internationally. Hackers from North Korea are engaged in a huge campaign to target financial institutions in the United States . Cyber Command - has "attempted to steal almost $2 billion since at least 2015, according to public estimates", the alert stated. Earlier court filings detailed what USA authorities have characterized as Pyongyang's use of hackers to circumvent sanctions . (more...)
- August 29, 2020
The document alleged that North Korea has about 6,000 hackers, many of whom have based their operations internationally. Hackers from North Korea are engaged in a huge campaign to target financial institutions in the United States . Cyber Command - has "attempted to steal almost $2 billion since at least 2015, according to public estimates", the alert stated. Earlier court filings detailed what USA authorities have characterized as Pyongyang's use of hackers to circumvent sanctions . (more...)
Death toll from heavy Afghanistan flooding surpasses 150
- August 29, 2020
Afghanistan's state ministry for disaster management said the death toll from the floods had risen to 100, with about 100 other people injured and almost 500 houses destroyed. Afghanistan regularly suffers from drought but can be lashed by very heavy rain during the south Asian monsoon season. Afghan President Ashraf Ghani in an announcement instructed aid be delivered to Parwan & different areas awhile expressing his own condolences to the sufferers' families. (more...)
- August 29, 2020
Afghanistan's state ministry for disaster management said the death toll from the floods had risen to 100, with about 100 other people injured and almost 500 houses destroyed. Afghanistan regularly suffers from drought but can be lashed by very heavy rain during the south Asian monsoon season. Afghan President Ashraf Ghani in an announcement instructed aid be delivered to Parwan & different areas awhile expressing his own condolences to the sufferers' families. (more...)
Malta has 330,000 doses of prospective COVID vaccine allocated
- August 29, 2020
It is to note that Pfizer has recognised five facilities across countries that include the U.S. and Germany to manufacture vaccines for the viral infection. Lawrence Gostin, professor of global health law at Georgetown University, warned that vaccines are never distributed to the public before they complete large-scale safety and effectiveness trials, because oftentimes medications that succeed in early testing fail once they reach the final trials. (more...)
- August 29, 2020
It is to note that Pfizer has recognised five facilities across countries that include the U.S. and Germany to manufacture vaccines for the viral infection. Lawrence Gostin, professor of global health law at Georgetown University, warned that vaccines are never distributed to the public before they complete large-scale safety and effectiveness trials, because oftentimes medications that succeed in early testing fail once they reach the final trials. (more...)
Dutch man killed by polar bear on Norway's Svalbard Islands
- August 29, 2020
A polar bear attacked a camping site Friday in Norway's remote Svalbard Islands, killing a 38-year-old Dutch man before being shot and killed by onlookers, authorities on the Arctic island said. The campsite also had a guard dog but plans to fence off the area to stop encroaching polar beers had been delayed because of the coronavirus epidemic, she said. (more...)
- August 29, 2020
A polar bear attacked a camping site Friday in Norway's remote Svalbard Islands, killing a 38-year-old Dutch man before being shot and killed by onlookers, authorities on the Arctic island said. The campsite also had a guard dog but plans to fence off the area to stop encroaching polar beers had been delayed because of the coronavirus epidemic, she said. (more...)
Four Members Of Dwindling Great Andamanese Tribe Test Positive For Covid-19
- August 29, 2020
The statement further said , "Though all Great Andamanese were shifted to Strait Island in April, 2020 after conducting COVID-19 test but numerous Great Andamanese are in govt jobs and have govt. The Great Andamanese is a dying tribe with a population of barely over 50. In 2018, an American Christian missionary, John Allen Chau , was killed by Sentinelese with bows an arrows when he traveled illegally to North Sentinelese Island, where they live, and tried to proselytize them. (more...)
- August 29, 2020
The statement further said , "Though all Great Andamanese were shifted to Strait Island in April, 2020 after conducting COVID-19 test but numerous Great Andamanese are in govt jobs and have govt. The Great Andamanese is a dying tribe with a population of barely over 50. In 2018, an American Christian missionary, John Allen Chau , was killed by Sentinelese with bows an arrows when he traveled illegally to North Sentinelese Island, where they live, and tried to proselytize them. (more...)
Japan's Shinzo Abe to Step Down Leaving Behind a Rich Strategic Legacy
- August 29, 2020
Abe's ruling Liberal Democratic Party could opt for a more traditional leadership election, involving lawmakers but also members of the party nationwide. He assumed office for his second term in December 2012. "It affects quality of life, so it's important to stick with treatment to suppress the symptoms", said Tadakazu Hisamatsu, a professor in the gastroenterology department of Kyorin University in Tokyo . (more...)
- August 29, 2020
Abe's ruling Liberal Democratic Party could opt for a more traditional leadership election, involving lawmakers but also members of the party nationwide. He assumed office for his second term in December 2012. "It affects quality of life, so it's important to stick with treatment to suppress the symptoms", said Tadakazu Hisamatsu, a professor in the gastroenterology department of Kyorin University in Tokyo . (more...)
Moscow announces advanced trials for new COVID-19 vaccine
- August 29, 2020
But vaccines, intended for large numbers of healthy people who don't have the disease, are virtually never approved for widespread use before the completion of large-scale trials. The Russian Health Ministry said that the vaccine is expected to provide immunity from the coronavirus for up to two years, citing its experience with vaccines made with similar technology. (more...)
- August 29, 2020
But vaccines, intended for large numbers of healthy people who don't have the disease, are virtually never approved for widespread use before the completion of large-scale trials. The Russian Health Ministry said that the vaccine is expected to provide immunity from the coronavirus for up to two years, citing its experience with vaccines made with similar technology. (more...)
Four Chinese COVID-19 vaccines undergoing phase-3 clinical trials
- August 29, 2020
During his weekly report on Friday, DOST Secretary Fortunato dela Pena said that they are now just waiting for the announcement of the World Health Organization which vaccines will be used in the Solidarity Trials. He explained the price was set based on the cost of the vaccine raw materials purchased by the government, which was US$8 or Rp116,000 per dose. "Besides, Bangladesh will get priority in the purchase of an adequate number of vaccines from the Chinese company", he said. (more...)
- August 29, 2020
During his weekly report on Friday, DOST Secretary Fortunato dela Pena said that they are now just waiting for the announcement of the World Health Organization which vaccines will be used in the Solidarity Trials. He explained the price was set based on the cost of the vaccine raw materials purchased by the government, which was US$8 or Rp116,000 per dose. "Besides, Bangladesh will get priority in the purchase of an adequate number of vaccines from the Chinese company", he said. (more...)
Jacob Blake is no longer handcuffed in Wisconsin hospital, attorney says
- August 29, 2020
Blake walked around his vehicle, opened the driver's side door, and leaned forward". State investigators have also said the officers were attempting to arrest Blake, but did not specify why. Rittenhouse, who lives in Antioch, Ill., was arrested there on Wednesday. According to the criminal complaint , Rittenhouse used an AR-15-type rifle in the shootings, which were caught on video and widely circulated on social media. (more...)
- August 29, 2020
Blake walked around his vehicle, opened the driver's side door, and leaned forward". State investigators have also said the officers were attempting to arrest Blake, but did not specify why. Rittenhouse, who lives in Antioch, Ill., was arrested there on Wednesday. According to the criminal complaint , Rittenhouse used an AR-15-type rifle in the shootings, which were caught on video and widely circulated on social media. (more...)
Masks compulsory across Paris as virus cases mount
- August 29, 2020
As part of measures to curb the spread of infection, Mr Castex also said that face masks will become compulsory in Paris from 8am on Friday. Citing the deteriorating sanitary indicators, Castex stressed that the government had to intervene fast to control an eventual new outbreak, which French scientists say may overwhelm the country's health system this autumn-winter. (more...)
- August 29, 2020
As part of measures to curb the spread of infection, Mr Castex also said that face masks will become compulsory in Paris from 8am on Friday. Citing the deteriorating sanitary indicators, Castex stressed that the government had to intervene fast to control an eventual new outbreak, which French scientists say may overwhelm the country's health system this autumn-winter. (more...)
Ontario in for tough winter: Farmer's Almanac
- August 28, 2020
The folks at the Farmers' Almanac have again worked whatever magic they do to look into the future, and they are saying that the winter of 2020-21 will probably be a cold and snowy one in Wyoming . Fall looks to follow Summer with warmer than normal temperatures. However, a few areas of the United States will in fact experience some heavier-than-usual snow: "Snowfall will be greater than normal in the Northeast, Wisconsin, Upper Michigan, the High Plains, and northern Alaska and below ... (more...)
- August 28, 2020
The folks at the Farmers' Almanac have again worked whatever magic they do to look into the future, and they are saying that the winter of 2020-21 will probably be a cold and snowy one in Wyoming . Fall looks to follow Summer with warmer than normal temperatures. However, a few areas of the United States will in fact experience some heavier-than-usual snow: "Snowfall will be greater than normal in the Northeast, Wisconsin, Upper Michigan, the High Plains, and northern Alaska and below ... (more...)
Grand Erie board adopts staggered return to school plan
- August 28, 2020
Hand sanitizer stations will also be placed in every class and in selected common areas and everyone will be directed to wash their hands at appropriate times during the school day. 11. Printed booklets for students to complete and return to a Virtual School teacher. For Grade 9-12: Students in Grade 9 will start on September 11 and continue, students in Grade 10 will start on September 14 and continue, students in Grade 11 and Grade 12 will start on September 15 and continue. (more...)
- August 28, 2020
Hand sanitizer stations will also be placed in every class and in selected common areas and everyone will be directed to wash their hands at appropriate times during the school day. 11. Printed booklets for students to complete and return to a Virtual School teacher. For Grade 9-12: Students in Grade 9 will start on September 11 and continue, students in Grade 10 will start on September 14 and continue, students in Grade 11 and Grade 12 will start on September 15 and continue. (more...)
Coronavirus: Switzerland latest to join UK's quarantine list
- August 28, 2020
People arriving from Cuba however would no longer have to quarantine, he added. But Mr Gething announced that those returning from Cuba and Singapore will no longer need to quarantine, also from 4am on Saturday, following a reduction in coronavirus cases in both countries. (more...)
- August 28, 2020
People arriving from Cuba however would no longer have to quarantine, he added. But Mr Gething announced that those returning from Cuba and Singapore will no longer need to quarantine, also from 4am on Saturday, following a reduction in coronavirus cases in both countries. (more...)
USA criticizes Chinese ballistic missile launches in East Sea
- August 28, 2020
Esper told an event in Hawaii that the United States wanted to work with China to bring Beijing back to a trajectory of aligning with worldwide rules, adding that the smaller the country China was dealing with, the heavier its hand was. Wu said the Chinese armed forces will take forceful measures to protect the sovereignty, security and development interests of the country and safeguard world and regional peace. (more...)
- August 28, 2020
Esper told an event in Hawaii that the United States wanted to work with China to bring Beijing back to a trajectory of aligning with worldwide rules, adding that the smaller the country China was dealing with, the heavier its hand was. Wu said the Chinese armed forces will take forceful measures to protect the sovereignty, security and development interests of the country and safeguard world and regional peace. (more...)
Lebanon risks disappearing without new government, reforms: French foreign minister
- August 28, 2020
He will offer French support after the devastating port explosion earlier this month, but also ensure that millions in worldwide aid go to those who need it. Last week, a brief clash broke out in the same area when Hezbollah supporters tried to raise a poster of Salim Ayyash, a Hezbollah member charged by a United Nations -backed tribunal of involvement in the assassination of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri in a huge suicide truck bombing in Beirut 15 years ago. (more...)
- August 28, 2020
He will offer French support after the devastating port explosion earlier this month, but also ensure that millions in worldwide aid go to those who need it. Last week, a brief clash broke out in the same area when Hezbollah supporters tried to raise a poster of Salim Ayyash, a Hezbollah member charged by a United Nations -backed tribunal of involvement in the assassination of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri in a huge suicide truck bombing in Beirut 15 years ago. (more...)
COVID-19 tally inflated by lab's delay, large events
- August 28, 2020
For example, the eastern Vancouver suburb of Mission recorded 158 cases, but, as Dr. Henry noted, it also includes an outbreak at the medium-security federal prison where 120 inmates were infected. Anyone at the event in Lyon County in southwestern Minnesota who is concerned about exposure should seek testing, health officials said. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread in Marshall County. (more...)
- August 28, 2020
For example, the eastern Vancouver suburb of Mission recorded 158 cases, but, as Dr. Henry noted, it also includes an outbreak at the medium-security federal prison where 120 inmates were infected. Anyone at the event in Lyon County in southwestern Minnesota who is concerned about exposure should seek testing, health officials said. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread in Marshall County. (more...)
Protester pushes officer guarding Senator Rand Paul near White House
- August 28, 2020
Sen. Paul and his wife Kelley Paul were among those mobbed and harassed by protesters, and one of the police officers protecting the Pauls was attacked on film. At one point, an officer appears to be pushed and nearly falls, with Paul appearing to catch him. He thanked Metropolitan Police Department officers " for literally saving our lives from a crazed mob ". (more...)
- August 28, 2020
Sen. Paul and his wife Kelley Paul were among those mobbed and harassed by protesters, and one of the police officers protecting the Pauls was attacked on film. At one point, an officer appears to be pushed and nearly falls, with Paul appearing to catch him. He thanked Metropolitan Police Department officers " for literally saving our lives from a crazed mob ". (more...)
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