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Leaked documents suggest China mishandled COVID-19 situation in early stages
- December 02, 2020
World Health Organization researchers plan to study the Huanan seafood market initially thought to have been the origin of coronavirus-a claim later challenged after the index patient was found to have no exposure to the market. Calls for the investigation prompted China to crack down on Australian exports, including beef, barley, seafood, timber and wine. Yanzhong Huang from the Council on Foreign Relations, told CNN the leaked document shows "bureaucratic and politically-motivated ... (more...)
- December 02, 2020
World Health Organization researchers plan to study the Huanan seafood market initially thought to have been the origin of coronavirus-a claim later challenged after the index patient was found to have no exposure to the market. Calls for the investigation prompted China to crack down on Australian exports, including beef, barley, seafood, timber and wine. Yanzhong Huang from the Council on Foreign Relations, told CNN the leaked document shows "bureaucratic and politically-motivated ... (more...)
French government drops plan to curb filming of police officers
- December 02, 2020
Four policemen are now under criminal investigation over the beating of black music producer Michel Zecler in Paris . Protests had taken place in Strasbourg, Marseille, Lyon and Rennes, with 76 officers reported injured, including 23 in Paris . (more...)
- December 02, 2020
Four policemen are now under criminal investigation over the beating of black music producer Michel Zecler in Paris . Protests had taken place in Strasbourg, Marseille, Lyon and Rennes, with 76 officers reported injured, including 23 in Paris . (more...)
DOJ investigating possible criminal 'bribery' for presidential pardon scheme
- December 02, 2020
Most of the information in the 18-page court order is redacted, including the identity of the people whom prosecutors are investigating and whom the proposed pardon might be intended for. The fight over the communications revolved around whether the emails were covered by attorney-client privilege, which would shield them from the government. (more...)
- December 02, 2020
Most of the information in the 18-page court order is redacted, including the identity of the people whom prosecutors are investigating and whom the proposed pardon might be intended for. The fight over the communications revolved around whether the emails were covered by attorney-client privilege, which would shield them from the government. (more...)
Completed Wisconsin recount confirms Biden win over Trump
- December 02, 2020
BBC Newsnight Policy Editor Lewis Goodall tweeted the recount in Wisconsin had cost Mr Trump's campaign $3million. Mr Goodall tweeted: "The Wisconsin recount, requested by and paid for by the Trump campaign, is complete". Evers, a Democrat, said the complaint is a "mishmash of legal distortions" that uses factual misrepresentations in an attempt to take voting rights away from millions of Wisconsin residents. (more...)
- December 02, 2020
BBC Newsnight Policy Editor Lewis Goodall tweeted the recount in Wisconsin had cost Mr Trump's campaign $3million. Mr Goodall tweeted: "The Wisconsin recount, requested by and paid for by the Trump campaign, is complete". Evers, a Democrat, said the complaint is a "mishmash of legal distortions" that uses factual misrepresentations in an attempt to take voting rights away from millions of Wisconsin residents. (more...)
Science adviser to Donald Trump to leave the White House
- December 02, 2020
Public health officials - including top infectious diseases expert Anthony Fauci - had accused Dr Atlas of giving President Trump misleading information about the spread of the virus. Atlas, a neuroradiologist, was on leave from the Hoover Institution, a conservative think tank affiliated with Stanford University, and has no background in infectious diseases. (more...)
- December 02, 2020
Public health officials - including top infectious diseases expert Anthony Fauci - had accused Dr Atlas of giving President Trump misleading information about the spread of the virus. Atlas, a neuroradiologist, was on leave from the Hoover Institution, a conservative think tank affiliated with Stanford University, and has no background in infectious diseases. (more...)
US Justice Department appoints special counsel to probe Russian Federation investigators
- December 02, 2020
The appointment is an echo of the appointment of special counsel Robert Mueller , whom President Donald Trump and Barr have long expressed their displeasure with after he investigated Russian interference in Trump's 2016 campaign and began his work based on information gathered by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the intelligence community. (more...)
- December 02, 2020
The appointment is an echo of the appointment of special counsel Robert Mueller , whom President Donald Trump and Barr have long expressed their displeasure with after he investigated Russian interference in Trump's 2016 campaign and began his work based on information gathered by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the intelligence community. (more...)
Debenhams set to close as 12,000 jobs put at risk
- December 02, 2020
Approximately 12,000 employees will lose their job which is yet another huge hammer blow to the ailing high street brands, following the announcement that the Arcadia Group - home to brands like Topshop, Dorothy Perkins and Miss Selfridge - had entered administration. (more...)
- December 02, 2020
Approximately 12,000 employees will lose their job which is yet another huge hammer blow to the ailing high street brands, following the announcement that the Arcadia Group - home to brands like Topshop, Dorothy Perkins and Miss Selfridge - had entered administration. (more...)
Biden's victory confirmation in Arizona, Wisconsin a blow to Trump
- December 01, 2020
The Wisconsin Elections Commission has allowed the Trump campaign five days to file a lawsuit attempting to overturn the results by disqualifying around 238,000 ballots. The campaign also pointed to a state law requiring ballots to be returned to voters to correct and resubmit if they are filled out incorrectly, have missing information, or are damaged, saying that municipal clerks were "illegally altering ballot envelopes themselves". (more...)
- December 01, 2020
The Wisconsin Elections Commission has allowed the Trump campaign five days to file a lawsuit attempting to overturn the results by disqualifying around 238,000 ballots. The campaign also pointed to a state law requiring ballots to be returned to voters to correct and resubmit if they are filled out incorrectly, have missing information, or are damaged, saying that municipal clerks were "illegally altering ballot envelopes themselves". (more...)
Australia's hypocrisy could cripple its economy, worldwide image
- December 01, 2020
Morrison said Australia was seeking the removal of the "truly repugnant " image posted on Monday by Zhao Lijian, a spokesman at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. As China said, it is up to Australia to reset the relationship. The editorial accuses Mr Morrison of losing his manners by attacking Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian through his demands for an apology. (more...)
- December 01, 2020
Morrison said Australia was seeking the removal of the "truly repugnant " image posted on Monday by Zhao Lijian, a spokesman at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. As China said, it is up to Australia to reset the relationship. The editorial accuses Mr Morrison of losing his manners by attacking Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian through his demands for an apology. (more...)
At least 2 killed after auto rams pedestrians in German city
- December 01, 2020
Police block a square in Trier, Germany , on December 1, 2020. Police said several people had been killed, having earlier put the death toll at two. Photos from the scene show a number of emergency services personnel on the scene, including armed police. Trier is located in southwest Germany around 200 kilometres (120 miles) west of Frankfurt, and near the border with Luxembourg. (more...)
- December 01, 2020
Police block a square in Trier, Germany , on December 1, 2020. Police said several people had been killed, having earlier put the death toll at two. Photos from the scene show a number of emergency services personnel on the scene, including armed police. Trier is located in southwest Germany around 200 kilometres (120 miles) west of Frankfurt, and near the border with Luxembourg. (more...)
Scott Atlas resigns as special adviser to Trump on coronavirus
- December 01, 2020
Fox News said Dr Atlas had joined the administration on a 130-day contract, which was set to expire this week. After news of his departure broke last night, left-leaning physician Dr Rob Davidson slammed Atlas as "possibly the most deadly voice in the USA response to Covid-19", which has led to more than 260,000 deaths in the United States. (more...)
- December 01, 2020
Fox News said Dr Atlas had joined the administration on a 130-day contract, which was set to expire this week. After news of his departure broke last night, left-leaning physician Dr Rob Davidson slammed Atlas as "possibly the most deadly voice in the USA response to Covid-19", which has led to more than 260,000 deaths in the United States. (more...)
Michigan Senate Committee Holds Hearing on Absentee Ballot Counting
- December 01, 2020
The impeachment revealed efforts by Giuliani and his associates to push out the former US ambassador to Ukraine, Marie Yovanovitch. The New York Times is reporting that two people who were told of the discussion said it isn't clear whether Trump or Giuliani first raised the topic. (more...)
- December 01, 2020
The impeachment revealed efforts by Giuliani and his associates to push out the former US ambassador to Ukraine, Marie Yovanovitch. The New York Times is reporting that two people who were told of the discussion said it isn't clear whether Trump or Giuliani first raised the topic. (more...)
Special Weather Statement issued for Ottawa Valley
- December 01, 2020
Northwesterly winds near 70 km/h are also possible Monday night and Tuesday near Lake Huron. Hard travel conditions are expected as snow covered and icy roads are possible, particularly Monday night into Tuesday. Five to 10 centimetres of snow is possible by Tuesday morning, or up to 15 centimetres if you're close to Lake Huron. Downtown Toronto will fair better, however, only seeing about 5 cm of snowfall. (more...)
- December 01, 2020
Northwesterly winds near 70 km/h are also possible Monday night and Tuesday near Lake Huron. Hard travel conditions are expected as snow covered and icy roads are possible, particularly Monday night into Tuesday. Five to 10 centimetres of snow is possible by Tuesday morning, or up to 15 centimetres if you're close to Lake Huron. Downtown Toronto will fair better, however, only seeing about 5 cm of snowfall. (more...)
Aliens Are Dropping Clues: Second Monolith Pops Up (and Disappears) in Romania
- December 01, 2020
The structure baffled experts, as there was no origin explanation for the odd object, which was 12ft (3.7m) high, with theories ranging from an art installation to a film prop - and even aliens. The great apes use their tools to kill animals to eat meat to end their starvation, and to kill a predatory leopard. The iconic monolith as it featured in 1968's 2001: A Space Odyssey . (more...)
- December 01, 2020
The structure baffled experts, as there was no origin explanation for the odd object, which was 12ft (3.7m) high, with theories ranging from an art installation to a film prop - and even aliens. The great apes use their tools to kill animals to eat meat to end their starvation, and to kill a predatory leopard. The iconic monolith as it featured in 1968's 2001: A Space Odyssey . (more...)
Fauci warns Americans to brace for 'surge upon surge' of virus
- December 01, 2020
The White House's COVID testing czar also told CNN that people should get tested if they traveled over the holidays, which he said is "really concerning to all of us". Dr Fauci said the vaccine offered a "light at the end of the tunnel". Appearing on NBC News' " Meet the Press " Sunday, Fauci said that public health officials "tried to get the word out for people, as hard as it is, to really not have large gatherings" during the holiday due to concerns that the celebrations could ... (more...)
- December 01, 2020
The White House's COVID testing czar also told CNN that people should get tested if they traveled over the holidays, which he said is "really concerning to all of us". Dr Fauci said the vaccine offered a "light at the end of the tunnel". Appearing on NBC News' " Meet the Press " Sunday, Fauci said that public health officials "tried to get the word out for people, as hard as it is, to really not have large gatherings" during the holiday due to concerns that the celebrations could ... (more...)
SRI LANKA Eight inmates die in Mahara prison revolt over Covid infections
- December 01, 2020
Officials from the prison said at least 180 prisoners within the Mahara prison were infected with the virus and they had been isolated from the rest. Commissioner-General of Prisons Thushara Upuldeniya said the situation was later brought under control. According to the police, a total of 200 elite Special Task Force commandos and 400 police officials have been deployed around the prison premises. (more...)
- December 01, 2020
Officials from the prison said at least 180 prisoners within the Mahara prison were infected with the virus and they had been isolated from the rest. Commissioner-General of Prisons Thushara Upuldeniya said the situation was later brought under control. According to the police, a total of 200 elite Special Task Force commandos and 400 police officials have been deployed around the prison premises. (more...)
Covid-19: in Singapore, a baby is born with antibodies
- December 01, 2020
According to the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists in the United Kingdom, while vertical transmission, or the transmission from a mother to her baby before birth, does happen, it is "uncommon". In some ways, this is expected, since IgG antibodies against other bacteria and viruses are known to protect fetuses and newborns against infectious diseases, Madden told Insider. (more...)
- December 01, 2020
According to the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists in the United Kingdom, while vertical transmission, or the transmission from a mother to her baby before birth, does happen, it is "uncommon". In some ways, this is expected, since IgG antibodies against other bacteria and viruses are known to protect fetuses and newborns against infectious diseases, Madden told Insider. (more...)
New Zealand charges 13 for Whakaari volcano eruption
- December 01, 2020
The White Island, a volcanic island in New Zealand's North Island, is a famous tourist attraction which people can explore by boat or by helicopter, but after the eruption all tourist trips to the island have been suspended by the authorities. (more...)
- December 01, 2020
The White Island, a volcanic island in New Zealand's North Island, is a famous tourist attraction which people can explore by boat or by helicopter, but after the eruption all tourist trips to the island have been suspended by the authorities. (more...)
Baba Guru Nanak birth festivities underway at Nankana Sahib
- December 01, 2020
According to the Hindu calendar, Guru Nanak was born on Puranmashi of Kartik month in 1469. This year, the festival is being celebrated on November 30. May his blessings be with you in all your endeavours! Here are some Gurpurab wishes in Punjabi that you can share with friends and family for sending Guru Nanak Dev Ji's 550th Prakash Utsav with your friends and family. (more...)
- December 01, 2020
According to the Hindu calendar, Guru Nanak was born on Puranmashi of Kartik month in 1469. This year, the festival is being celebrated on November 30. May his blessings be with you in all your endeavours! Here are some Gurpurab wishes in Punjabi that you can share with friends and family for sending Guru Nanak Dev Ji's 550th Prakash Utsav with your friends and family. (more...)
Scott Atlas, controversial science adviser for Trump, resigns from White House role
- December 01, 2020
Atlas also did officially wish the Joe Biden administration well. Atlas was treated poorly by the corporate media, especially when his advice conflicted with Dr. Atlas, a neuroradiologist with no background in infectious diseases, has faced scrutiny for downplaying the importance of face masks and his reported views on "herd immunity", an approach that holds that once enough individuals have been infected and become immune, others are less likely to be infected. (more...)
- December 01, 2020
Atlas also did officially wish the Joe Biden administration well. Atlas was treated poorly by the corporate media, especially when his advice conflicted with Dr. Atlas, a neuroradiologist with no background in infectious diseases, has faced scrutiny for downplaying the importance of face masks and his reported views on "herd immunity", an approach that holds that once enough individuals have been infected and become immune, others are less likely to be infected. (more...)
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