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Mexico Makes Nearly $160 Million Down Payment For COVAX Vaccine Plan
- October 12, 2020
According to the study, when respondents were asked if they were willing to accept less rigorous testing and faster approval of a coronavirus vaccine, almost half (43%) of parents surveyed globally said they were willing. The vaccine, first licensed by Russian authorities for domestic use in August, is now being tested on 40,000 volunteers in Moscow as part of a late-stage trial known as Phase III. (more...)
- October 12, 2020
According to the study, when respondents were asked if they were willing to accept less rigorous testing and faster approval of a coronavirus vaccine, almost half (43%) of parents surveyed globally said they were willing. The vaccine, first licensed by Russian authorities for domestic use in August, is now being tested on 40,000 volunteers in Moscow as part of a late-stage trial known as Phase III. (more...)
US Election 2020: Anthony Fossie Says Trump Campaign Advertising Quote Is Misleading
- October 12, 2020
Some reports have suggested Fauci's remarks could be construed as a political endorsement or that they refer to the president specifically, rather than the efforts of the administration more broadly. Trump campaign communications director Tim Murtaugh defended the use of Fauci's words, saying his remarks were in reference to the administration's COVID-19 response. (more...)
- October 12, 2020
Some reports have suggested Fauci's remarks could be construed as a political endorsement or that they refer to the president specifically, rather than the efforts of the administration more broadly. Trump campaign communications director Tim Murtaugh defended the use of Fauci's words, saying his remarks were in reference to the administration's COVID-19 response. (more...)
World Health Organization reports new daily high in global COVID-19 cases
- October 12, 2020
Cases throughout Europe have been steadily rising over the past week even as new infections in worst-affected countries such as India and Brazil have shown signs of slowing down. The WHO had earlier warned European countries of "pandemic fatigue" which threatened to derail efforts to contain the virus as the continent experienced a surge in COVID-19 cases. (more...)
- October 12, 2020
Cases throughout Europe have been steadily rising over the past week even as new infections in worst-affected countries such as India and Brazil have shown signs of slowing down. The WHO had earlier warned European countries of "pandemic fatigue" which threatened to derail efforts to contain the virus as the continent experienced a surge in COVID-19 cases. (more...)
7th round of India-China Corps Commander talks on at Chushul
- October 12, 2020
October 10, 2020 (EIRNS)-U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien appear to be trying to start a war against China involving not just the U.S. Last month, the world's two most populous nations accused each other of sending soldiers into each other's territory in the Pangong area and firing warning shots for the first time in 45 years, raising the spectre of a full-scale military conflict. (more...)
- October 12, 2020
October 10, 2020 (EIRNS)-U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien appear to be trying to start a war against China involving not just the U.S. Last month, the world's two most populous nations accused each other of sending soldiers into each other's territory in the Pangong area and firing warning shots for the first time in 45 years, raising the spectre of a full-scale military conflict. (more...)
Michigan's Whitmer cites 'serious threats' in run-up to election
- October 12, 2020
Nessel said she concurs with that assessment and contends racist militia groups now operating across the country are taking advantage of the unrest that's been caused by the COVID-19 epidemic and the Black Lives Matter movement. She has said, we are going to get every vote counted, and we're going to keep people safe as they go to vote. "Unfortunately for Gov. Whitmer, she's been the subject and the target of constant threats for quite some time now". (more...)
- October 12, 2020
Nessel said she concurs with that assessment and contends racist militia groups now operating across the country are taking advantage of the unrest that's been caused by the COVID-19 epidemic and the Black Lives Matter movement. She has said, we are going to get every vote counted, and we're going to keep people safe as they go to vote. "Unfortunately for Gov. Whitmer, she's been the subject and the target of constant threats for quite some time now". (more...)
Belarusian president visits jail to meet opposition: state media
- October 12, 2020
During the first days of post-election protests riot police detained thousands of demonstrators who have reported torture and abuse in custody, prompting global condemnation and Western sanctions . What is happening in Belarus? Many opposition activists have been beaten up by police and thousands have been arrested during months of unrest. (more...)
- October 12, 2020
During the first days of post-election protests riot police detained thousands of demonstrators who have reported torture and abuse in custody, prompting global condemnation and Western sanctions . What is happening in Belarus? Many opposition activists have been beaten up by police and thousands have been arrested during months of unrest. (more...)
International Day Of The Girl Child: "Help Girls Realise Their Dreams"
- October 12, 2020
The Governor who was represented by his special Assistant on Students matters, Azeez Adeyemi said his administration is committed to developing of the youths expecially the girl child due to the significant roles of women in the society. "Being a girl is a commitment to ensuring nutrition, education, health and the ability to gain skills and training, which empower and leverage individual potential". (more...)
- October 12, 2020
The Governor who was represented by his special Assistant on Students matters, Azeez Adeyemi said his administration is committed to developing of the youths expecially the girl child due to the significant roles of women in the society. "Being a girl is a commitment to ensuring nutrition, education, health and the ability to gain skills and training, which empower and leverage individual potential". (more...)
News Outlet Admits Denver Protest Shooter Was Their Security Guard
- October 12, 2020
Doloff was initially reported by the Denver Post to be part of Antifa or BLM, but Denver police later claimed that Doloff was a "private security guard with no affiliation with Antifa". A spokesperson for District Attorney Beth McCann said Sunday that the arrest affidavit in the case remained sealed and referred further questions to the police. (more...)
- October 12, 2020
Doloff was initially reported by the Denver Post to be part of Antifa or BLM, but Denver police later claimed that Doloff was a "private security guard with no affiliation with Antifa". A spokesperson for District Attorney Beth McCann said Sunday that the arrest affidavit in the case remained sealed and referred further questions to the police. (more...)
Mumbai outage: Major power cut in several areas due to technical problems
- October 12, 2020
Hospitals and other institutions in India have over the years banked on emergency diesel power generators as a backup due to frequent outages caused by demand outstripping supply, though the situation is improving now. Residents of Mumbai city and adjoining areas started Monday morning with a city-wide power outage, a rarity for the country's financial capital. "As per grid safety protocols, Adani Power System has been able to sustain and islanded", it said. (more...)
- October 12, 2020
Hospitals and other institutions in India have over the years banked on emergency diesel power generators as a backup due to frequent outages caused by demand outstripping supply, though the situation is improving now. Residents of Mumbai city and adjoining areas started Monday morning with a city-wide power outage, a rarity for the country's financial capital. "As per grid safety protocols, Adani Power System has been able to sustain and islanded", it said. (more...)
India's COVID-19 cases exceed 7 million: health ministry
- October 12, 2020
India has third-highest death toll and second-highest infections. India now accounts for 10.48% of all active cases globally ( one in every 9 active cases ), and 10.05% of all deaths ( one in every 10). As of October 4, a total of 273 cases have been confirmed among Rohingya refugees living in the camps. Typically the festival season brings a big increase in consumer spending, and the more sombre atmosphere this year will further dampen an economy that contracted by nearly a ... (more...)
- October 12, 2020
India has third-highest death toll and second-highest infections. India now accounts for 10.48% of all active cases globally ( one in every 9 active cases ), and 10.05% of all deaths ( one in every 10). As of October 4, a total of 273 cases have been confirmed among Rohingya refugees living in the camps. Typically the festival season brings a big increase in consumer spending, and the more sombre atmosphere this year will further dampen an economy that contracted by nearly a ... (more...)
GPA urges government to prioritize mental health investment
- October 12, 2020
A new inter-agency task force has been convened by the Government to provide a coordinated national response to the mental health needs of Singaporeans arising from the coronavirus pandemic. "The vast social and economic impact of COVID-19 highlights the critical need for all countries in the region to invest in quality mental health care, which must be part of an overall increase in health spending", Singh said . (more...)
- October 12, 2020
A new inter-agency task force has been convened by the Government to provide a coordinated national response to the mental health needs of Singaporeans arising from the coronavirus pandemic. "The vast social and economic impact of COVID-19 highlights the critical need for all countries in the region to invest in quality mental health care, which must be part of an overall increase in health spending", Singh said . (more...)
Azerbaijan, Armenia report shelling of cities despite truce
- October 12, 2020
Armenians refer to it as Artsakh. Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti tweeted Sunday afternoon. "We welcome the ceasefire and it must be respected". Later Sunday, Armenian Defense Ministry spokeswoman Shushan Stepanian reported attacks by Azerbaijani forces on southern and northeastern directions, saying that Nagorno-Karabakh's forces "resolutely suppress all enemy operations". (more...)
- October 12, 2020
Armenians refer to it as Artsakh. Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti tweeted Sunday afternoon. "We welcome the ceasefire and it must be respected". Later Sunday, Armenian Defense Ministry spokeswoman Shushan Stepanian reported attacks by Azerbaijani forces on southern and northeastern directions, saying that Nagorno-Karabakh's forces "resolutely suppress all enemy operations". (more...)
North Korea displays huge new ICBM at coronavirus-defying parade
- October 12, 2020
Experts said that if the missile, which was the parade's climax display, becomes operational, it would be one of the largest road-mobile intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) in the world. Kim giving a speech at midnight local time. The South Korean Foreign Ministry issued a separate statement calling on North Korea to return to talks to make progress on its previous commitment to achieving denuclearization and peace in the Korean peninsula. (more...)
- October 12, 2020
Experts said that if the missile, which was the parade's climax display, becomes operational, it would be one of the largest road-mobile intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) in the world. Kim giving a speech at midnight local time. The South Korean Foreign Ministry issued a separate statement calling on North Korea to return to talks to make progress on its previous commitment to achieving denuclearization and peace in the Korean peninsula. (more...)
#EndSARS: UK asks FG to respect protesters' rights
- October 12, 2020
Lagos, Nigeria (CNN) A controversial Nigerian police unit accused of brutality will be disbanded, following nationwide protests demanding an end to police violence in the country. The hashtag #EndSARS became the movements rallying cry and spread across the globe via social media. "Often (they) are unlawfully arrested. held in detention and forced to pay huge bribes to secure their release". (more...)
- October 12, 2020
Lagos, Nigeria (CNN) A controversial Nigerian police unit accused of brutality will be disbanded, following nationwide protests demanding an end to police violence in the country. The hashtag #EndSARS became the movements rallying cry and spread across the globe via social media. "Often (they) are unlawfully arrested. held in detention and forced to pay huge bribes to secure their release". (more...)
Nagorno-Karabakh: Armenia and Azerbaijan agree ceasefire
- October 12, 2020
Azerbaijan accused Armenia of also launching an unsuccessful rocket attack on an Azeri hydro-electric power station in Mingachevir. Azerbaijan's Foreign MinisterJeyhun Bayramov said that the ceasefire would only last for as long as it took for the Red Cross to arrange the exchange of the dead. (more...)
- October 12, 2020
Azerbaijan accused Armenia of also launching an unsuccessful rocket attack on an Azeri hydro-electric power station in Mingachevir. Azerbaijan's Foreign MinisterJeyhun Bayramov said that the ceasefire would only last for as long as it took for the Red Cross to arrange the exchange of the dead. (more...)
Federal judge blocks Texas governor’s move to limit ballot drop-off sites
- October 12, 2020
Greg Abbott 's recent order that sought to limit counties to just one such location . On October 2, the Texas Alliance for Retired Americans sued in federal court, claiming the governor's proclamation "threatens the right to vote for countless lawful Texas voters". (more...)
- October 12, 2020
Greg Abbott 's recent order that sought to limit counties to just one such location . On October 2, the Texas Alliance for Retired Americans sued in federal court, claiming the governor's proclamation "threatens the right to vote for countless lawful Texas voters". (more...)
300 students ordered to self-isolate at Bristol University
- October 12, 2020
But a number of institutions across the United Kingdom - including the University of Bristol where 254 students and three staff have tested positive - are continuing a blended approach of face-to-face and online lessons. In student-dominated wards in Leeds, Newcastle, Sheffield, Nottingham and Liverpool over one-in-100 tested positive. This follows earlier outbreaks at Liverpool University and Glasgow University. (more...)
- October 12, 2020
But a number of institutions across the United Kingdom - including the University of Bristol where 254 students and three staff have tested positive - are continuing a blended approach of face-to-face and online lessons. In student-dominated wards in Leeds, Newcastle, Sheffield, Nottingham and Liverpool over one-in-100 tested positive. This follows earlier outbreaks at Liverpool University and Glasgow University. (more...)
October 15 presidential debate cancelled amid concerns over Trump's COVID-19 status
- October 12, 2020
The topics for the six segments will be announced by Welker at least one week before the debate. Joe Biden is committed to debating President Donald Trump later this month, so long as all safety protocols are followed and Trump is "COVID-free", said Cedric Richmond, a Louisiana congressman and national co-chair of the Democratic nominee's presidential campaign, on ABC's "This Week". (more...)
- October 12, 2020
The topics for the six segments will be announced by Welker at least one week before the debate. Joe Biden is committed to debating President Donald Trump later this month, so long as all safety protocols are followed and Trump is "COVID-free", said Cedric Richmond, a Louisiana congressman and national co-chair of the Democratic nominee's presidential campaign, on ABC's "This Week". (more...)
Tsai calls for end to China's military provocation
- October 12, 2020
India follows a One-China policy. While both sides are still talking, the negotiations have stalled with China unwilling to return to its side of the Line of Actual Control. Taiwan wants to have "meaningful dialogue" with China on an equal basis, President Tsai Ing-wen said on Saturday, extending an olive branch at a time of heightened military tension with Beijing, which claims the island as sovereign Chinese territory. (more...)
- October 12, 2020
India follows a One-China policy. While both sides are still talking, the negotiations have stalled with China unwilling to return to its side of the Line of Actual Control. Taiwan wants to have "meaningful dialogue" with China on an equal basis, President Tsai Ing-wen said on Saturday, extending an olive branch at a time of heightened military tension with Beijing, which claims the island as sovereign Chinese territory. (more...)
Amy Coney Barrett's Confirmation Hearings to Proceed on Monday
- October 12, 2020
If confirmed, Barrett would replace late liberal Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg , and increase the court's conservative lean from 5-4 to 6-3. Democrats say Barrett was chosen specifically on the belief that she would dismantle the health care law. (more...)
- October 12, 2020
If confirmed, Barrett would replace late liberal Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg , and increase the court's conservative lean from 5-4 to 6-3. Democrats say Barrett was chosen specifically on the belief that she would dismantle the health care law. (more...)
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