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United Kingdom to close all travel corridors to keep out new COVID variants
- January 16, 2021
They must also have a valid negative Covid test result, taken no more than three days before the scheduled time of departure. The tougher restrictions are, according to Johnson, to ensure that the new Brazilian variant doesn't put further pressure on the National Health Service (NHS). (more...)
- January 16, 2021
They must also have a valid negative Covid test result, taken no more than three days before the scheduled time of departure. The tougher restrictions are, according to Johnson, to ensure that the new Brazilian variant doesn't put further pressure on the National Health Service (NHS). (more...)
Ethiopia warns Sudan it is running out of patience over border dispute
- January 16, 2021
The decades-old dispute over al-Fashqa, land within Sudan's global boundaries that has always been settled by Ethiopian farmers, erupted into weeks of clashes between forces from both sides late previous year. Tango stated that Sudan possesses all the necessary documents to support its sovereignty and control over the lands regained by the SAF in December. (more...)
- January 16, 2021
The decades-old dispute over al-Fashqa, land within Sudan's global boundaries that has always been settled by Ethiopian farmers, erupted into weeks of clashes between forces from both sides late previous year. Tango stated that Sudan possesses all the necessary documents to support its sovereignty and control over the lands regained by the SAF in December. (more...)
Pelosi leaves Congress guessing when Trump's impeachment trial will begin
- January 16, 2021
Biden has said the Senate should be able to split its time and do both - hold the trial and start working on his priorities. US President Donald Trump's approval rating has plummeted to an all-time low, led by a dramatic drop in support among voters of his own party, following insurrection at the Capitol last week. (more...)
- January 16, 2021
Biden has said the Senate should be able to split its time and do both - hold the trial and start working on his priorities. US President Donald Trump's approval rating has plummeted to an all-time low, led by a dramatic drop in support among voters of his own party, following insurrection at the Capitol last week. (more...)
NRA files for bankruptcy
- January 16, 2021
The NRA said it would restructure as a Texas non-profit to exit what it said was "a corrupt political and regulatory environment in New York " state, where it is now registered. Ms. James said that relocating isn't going to get the group off the hook. "The NRA's claimed financial status has finally met its moral status: bankrupt", she said on Twitter. (more...)
- January 16, 2021
The NRA said it would restructure as a Texas non-profit to exit what it said was "a corrupt political and regulatory environment in New York " state, where it is now registered. Ms. James said that relocating isn't going to get the group off the hook. "The NRA's claimed financial status has finally met its moral status: bankrupt", she said on Twitter. (more...)
Quick-thinking Florida waitress saves boy from abusive parents
- January 16, 2021
She says she first flashed a sign at him that asked if he was OK, then another asking if he needed help. When the one of the adults replied that the boy would eat his dinner at home, Carvalho said she began to think something else was going on. (more...)
- January 16, 2021
She says she first flashed a sign at him that asked if he was OK, then another asking if he needed help. When the one of the adults replied that the boy would eat his dinner at home, Carvalho said she began to think something else was going on. (more...)
Renzi triggers political crisis in Italy
- January 16, 2021
Two of Italia Viva ministers - Agriculture Minister Teresa Bellanova and Family Minister Elena Bonetti - also left the government on Wednesday. Renzi (right) is widely expected to announce his party is quitting Conte's coalition. Such a new government would most likely be supported by a majority similar to the current ruling coalition, with the Five Star Movement and the Democratic party as the main parties. (more...)
- January 16, 2021
Two of Italia Viva ministers - Agriculture Minister Teresa Bellanova and Family Minister Elena Bonetti - also left the government on Wednesday. Renzi (right) is widely expected to announce his party is quitting Conte's coalition. Such a new government would most likely be supported by a majority similar to the current ruling coalition, with the Five Star Movement and the Democratic party as the main parties. (more...)
Overcoming the ‘yuck factor’: Yellow grub becomes EU’s first insect food
- January 15, 2021
Due to its high protein and fiber composition, "there is no nutritional disadvantage to their consumption", experts stressed, but more research is needed on possible allergic reactions. More insects will likely be approved for human consumption in the coming years. These are processed, among other things, in insect bars or cricket burgers. (more...)
- January 15, 2021
Due to its high protein and fiber composition, "there is no nutritional disadvantage to their consumption", experts stressed, but more research is needed on possible allergic reactions. More insects will likely be approved for human consumption in the coming years. These are processed, among other things, in insect bars or cricket burgers. (more...)
Airbnb Canceling All DC Area Reservations For Inauguration Week
- January 15, 2021
On January 13, Airbnb released a statement in response to various local, state and federal officials asking people not to travel to Washington, D.C. Airbnb also said it's banning anyone from its platform who engaged in criminal activity during the riot. The Pentagon is deploying 20,000 National Guards with lethal weapons in Washington DC, a week ahead of the inauguration, to prevent any violence. (more...)
- January 15, 2021
On January 13, Airbnb released a statement in response to various local, state and federal officials asking people not to travel to Washington, D.C. Airbnb also said it's banning anyone from its platform who engaged in criminal activity during the riot. The Pentagon is deploying 20,000 National Guards with lethal weapons in Washington DC, a week ahead of the inauguration, to prevent any violence. (more...)
US COVID-19 cases surpass 23M: Johns Hopkins University_china
- January 15, 2021
Total confirmed deaths from Covid-19 around the world passed two million on Friday, according to a count by AFP . The US is the worst-hit country with the world's highest number of cases and deaths at 23,067,796 and 384,604, respectively, according to the CSSE. (more...)
- January 15, 2021
Total confirmed deaths from Covid-19 around the world passed two million on Friday, according to a count by AFP . The US is the worst-hit country with the world's highest number of cases and deaths at 23,067,796 and 384,604, respectively, according to the CSSE. (more...)
Trump to leave Washington on morning of Biden's inauguration
- January 15, 2021
The Biden team has brought in Lisa Monaco, a former homeland security adviser from the Obama administration, to provide security advice regarding the inauguration and related events, a report said. In a statement, the U.S. Capitol Police warned that anyone attempting to breach the grounds "will be subject to an appropriate use of force and arrest". (more...)
- January 15, 2021
The Biden team has brought in Lisa Monaco, a former homeland security adviser from the Obama administration, to provide security advice regarding the inauguration and related events, a report said. In a statement, the U.S. Capitol Police warned that anyone attempting to breach the grounds "will be subject to an appropriate use of force and arrest". (more...)
Biden forgoing Amtrak trip to Washington over security fears
- January 15, 2021
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Christopher Wray said earlier that the FBI was looking into individuals who could possibly threaten the safety of the inauguration. Joe Biden will not be taking the Amtrak train to Washington DC on 20 January for his inauguration amid intensified security concerns prompted by the U.S. (more...)
- January 15, 2021
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Christopher Wray said earlier that the FBI was looking into individuals who could possibly threaten the safety of the inauguration. Joe Biden will not be taking the Amtrak train to Washington DC on 20 January for his inauguration amid intensified security concerns prompted by the U.S. (more...)
Rescue operation underway after bus left dangling in Bronx freeway crash
- January 15, 2021
The New York Daily News reports on Thursday's frightening crash at around 11pm in the Bronx borough of New York City , when an MTA bus smashed through the barriers of an overpass and fell 50 feet toward the Cross Bronx Expressway. Seven passengers suffered minor to non-life threatening injuries, according to the New York City Fire Department. "Preliminary indications are that the bus operator was very helpful, very heroic, was able to help customers get off the bus to safety", MTA Bus ... (more...)
- January 15, 2021
The New York Daily News reports on Thursday's frightening crash at around 11pm in the Bronx borough of New York City , when an MTA bus smashed through the barriers of an overpass and fell 50 feet toward the Cross Bronx Expressway. Seven passengers suffered minor to non-life threatening injuries, according to the New York City Fire Department. "Preliminary indications are that the bus operator was very helpful, very heroic, was able to help customers get off the bus to safety", MTA Bus ... (more...)
Former AIIMS director, other experts slam skeptics of Covid-19 vaccine
- January 15, 2021
Around three lakh healthcare workers will be inoculated at 2,934 sites across the country on the first day of the massive nationwide Covid-19 vaccination drive which is set to begin from January 16, the health ministry said. "There is no question of discrimination against any state in the allocation of vaccine doses", the MHA added. In its guidelines, the health ministry has advised the states and UTs not to administer the vaccine to children below 18 years of age, women, who are ... (more...)
- January 15, 2021
Around three lakh healthcare workers will be inoculated at 2,934 sites across the country on the first day of the massive nationwide Covid-19 vaccination drive which is set to begin from January 16, the health ministry said. "There is no question of discrimination against any state in the allocation of vaccine doses", the MHA added. In its guidelines, the health ministry has advised the states and UTs not to administer the vaccine to children below 18 years of age, women, who are ... (more...)
Jared, Ivanka Toilets Off-Limits to Secret Service
- January 15, 2021
So since September 2017, US taxpayers have been paying $3,000 a month - amounting to more than $100,000 to date - to rent a basement studio apartment nearby so that their protectors have somewhere to relieve themselves. According to General Services Administration records, the lease for the apartment began on September 27th, 2017, and will end in September of this year. (more...)
- January 15, 2021
So since September 2017, US taxpayers have been paying $3,000 a month - amounting to more than $100,000 to date - to rent a basement studio apartment nearby so that their protectors have somewhere to relieve themselves. According to General Services Administration records, the lease for the apartment began on September 27th, 2017, and will end in September of this year. (more...)
North Korea unveils new submarine-launched missile
- January 15, 2021
Analysts identified what could be new variants of short-range ballistic missiles, in addition to the submarine-launch version. Kim Jong Un smiled and waved as he oversaw the parade in Pyongyang's Kim Il Sung Square, according to state media. (more...)
- January 15, 2021
Analysts identified what could be new variants of short-range ballistic missiles, in addition to the submarine-launch version. Kim Jong Un smiled and waved as he oversaw the parade in Pyongyang's Kim Il Sung Square, according to state media. (more...)
NYC ending business ties with Trump Organization
- January 15, 2021
Mayor Bill de Blasio on Wednesday announced plans to terminate agreements for two ice rinks at Central Park, the Central Park Carousel, and the Trump Golf Links at Ferry Point in the Bronx. The severing of his NY business ties is the latest example of how the Capitol riots have affected Trump's business interests. Amid accusations that Trump allegedly incited the Capitol mob on 6 January, the PGA voted to strip its namesake championship from Trump's Bedminister golf course in New Jersey, ... (more...)
- January 15, 2021
Mayor Bill de Blasio on Wednesday announced plans to terminate agreements for two ice rinks at Central Park, the Central Park Carousel, and the Trump Golf Links at Ferry Point in the Bronx. The severing of his NY business ties is the latest example of how the Capitol riots have affected Trump's business interests. Amid accusations that Trump allegedly incited the Capitol mob on 6 January, the PGA voted to strip its namesake championship from Trump's Bedminister golf course in New Jersey, ... (more...)
VP Pence rejects invoking 25th Amendment to oust Trump
- January 15, 2021
When an armed mob of Trump supporters, egged on by Trump and GOP colleagues, overtook the Capitol and stormed the Senate chamber, lawmakers were forced to lock down for four hours. And McConnell told major donors over the weekend that he was through with Trump, said the strategist, who spoke on condition of anonymity to describe McConnell's conversations. (more...)
- January 15, 2021
When an armed mob of Trump supporters, egged on by Trump and GOP colleagues, overtook the Capitol and stormed the Senate chamber, lawmakers were forced to lock down for four hours. And McConnell told major donors over the weekend that he was through with Trump, said the strategist, who spoke on condition of anonymity to describe McConnell's conversations. (more...)
Indonesia Starts Mass COVID Vaccinations Over Vast Territory
- January 15, 2021
Indonesian President Joko Widodo received the first shot of a Chinese-made coronavirus vaccine Wednesday after the government authorized it for emergency use and began efforts to vaccinate millions of people across the vast archipelago in one of the world's most populous countries. (more...)
- January 15, 2021
Indonesian President Joko Widodo received the first shot of a Chinese-made coronavirus vaccine Wednesday after the government authorized it for emergency use and began efforts to vaccinate millions of people across the vast archipelago in one of the world's most populous countries. (more...)
At least three dead after 6.2 quake strikes Indonesian island
- January 15, 2021
Rescuers remove rubble as they search for survivors at the Mitra Manakarra hospital in Mamuju city on Friday where as many as 20 patients and staff are trapped beneath the rubble after the hospital was flattened when a 6.2-magnitude natural disaster rocked Indonesia's Sulawesi island. (more...)
- January 15, 2021
Rescuers remove rubble as they search for survivors at the Mitra Manakarra hospital in Mamuju city on Friday where as many as 20 patients and staff are trapped beneath the rubble after the hospital was flattened when a 6.2-magnitude natural disaster rocked Indonesia's Sulawesi island. (more...)
Indonesia suspends dive search for crashed jet's cockpit recorder
- January 15, 2021
The 26-year-old jet had been out of service for nearly nine months because of flight cutbacks caused by the coronavirus pandemic, officials said. The Australian reported National Transportation Safety Committee deputy chief Haryo Satmiko confirmed it was the flight data recorder and that investigators were still searching for the cockpit voice recorder. (more...)
- January 15, 2021
The 26-year-old jet had been out of service for nearly nine months because of flight cutbacks caused by the coronavirus pandemic, officials said. The Australian reported National Transportation Safety Committee deputy chief Haryo Satmiko confirmed it was the flight data recorder and that investigators were still searching for the cockpit voice recorder. (more...)
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