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'No doubt' US has undercounted COVID-19 deaths: Fauci

May 10, 2021

In New Jersey, Governor Phil Murphy launched a "Shot and a Beer" programme to encourage vaccination, while in West Virginia Governor Jim Justice announced that the state will offer US$100 savings bonds to residents aged 16 to 35 who get inoculated.

2 women, 4-year-old girl shot in Times Square

May 10, 2021

Shea said during an evening news conference that police have one person of interest they're seeking to question. According to images captured on CCTV cameras on Times Square, the area was closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic at 7pm, with several dozen police officials deployed on the street.

Chauvin, three other officers face new charges for George Floyd death

May 07, 2021

All four officers were charged with failing to provide assistance to someone in "clear need" of medical care. Chauvin faces a separate two-count indictment alleging he willfully deprived a 14-year-old Minneapolis resident of his civil rights during a 2017 arrest .

Alberta reports first death from AstraZeneca vaccine, second in Canada

May 05, 2021

NACI said Monday that the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are "preferred" and that Canadians should weigh the risks of waiting for one of them before deciding whether to take a more immediate jab of either of the other two approved for use in Canada.

Canada's Alberta province toughens COVID-19 restrictions

May 05, 2021

Health Minister Tyler Shandro hopes to see compliance through this new wave of restrictions and vaccine rollout. In his address, Kenney noted that if exponential growth of COVID-19 continues, Albertans risk pushing the limits of their healthcare system within weeks.

Ontario reports lowest COVID-19 daily case count in five weeks

May 05, 2021

More than 5.5 million Ontarians have now been vaccinated, with the province saying it's on track to have administered first doses to 65 per cent of Ontarians aged 18 and over by the end of May. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made the announcement on Tuesday at his regular COVID-19 update, he said the doses would arrive on Canadian soil by Wednesday morning.

European Union sues AstraZeneca over vaccine delivery shortfall

April 26, 2021

The European Union has begun legal action against AstraZeneca ( AZN.L ), alleging the pharmaceuticals giant has failed to fulfil promises made in its contract to supply COVID-19 vaccines. The EMA, the bloc's drug regulator, has approved the three vaccines being used in the United States - Moderna, Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson. "She said: "[Travel will depend] on the epidemiological situation, but the situation is improving in the United States, as it is, hopefully, also improving in the ...

United Kingdom opposition calls for probe into PM's flat refurbishment

April 26, 2021

Simon Case, Britain's most senior civil servant, is to be questioned by lawmakers later on Monday over the allegations against Johnson, his ministers and officials, which Downing Street has dismissed as false. The Electoral Commission, which oversees elections and regulates political finance in the United Kingdom, has said it is still seeking answers from the Conservative Party over whether any sums should have been declared under the law on political donations.

Oxygen demand outstrips supply in India hotspots

April 25, 2021

Fortis Healthcare, a chain of hospitals across India, said Saturday that one of its hospitals in New Delhi "is running out of oxygen" and was suspending admissions. One of Delhivery's executives further tweeted that, that the flight will take place most likely on Wednesday and Friday to import oxygen compressors, and that the company is doing this at minimal margins for compressors and other essentials, and have a spare capacity as things stand.

Search for missing Indonesia submarine continues

April 24, 2021

Indonesia earlier considered the submarine that disappeared on Thursday off Bali as just missing . The commander of the Indonesian submarine fleet, Harry Setiawan, was one of four people aboard who were not regular crew members, a military official said.

India grapples with coronavirus 'storm'

April 22, 2021

Yesterday, it was very critical. "We therefore direct them to protect the fundamental right to life by whatever means", the court said. "They asked me to pay in advance and pick it (up) from them the next day", the 34-year-old told AFP.

Putin hails Russia’s vaccine development in annual address

April 22, 2021

He said Russian Federation wants to have good relations "including with those (countries) with whom relations have not been developing recently, to put it mildly". The U.S., Poland, Bulgaria and the Czech Republic have all recently expelled Russian diplomats, for differing reasons, resulting in reciprocal punitive action by Moscow.

Indonesian sub goes missing north of Bali

April 21, 2021

Reuters reported that Indonesian officials had called on nearby Australia and Singapore for assistance in the search for the KRI Nanggala-402, a German-made vessel. The navy sent out an global distress signal, and "several countries have responded and are ready to help including Singapore, Australia and India", the ministry said.

Australia ends Chinese deals on national interest grounds

April 21, 2021

Australia has canceled agreements between China's Belt and Road Initiative and the Victoria state government, in a move that could further worsen ties between the two nations. The other two agreements have been overtaken by major changes in relations with those countries. "The more than 1000 notified so far reflect the richness and breadth of Australia's worldwide interests and demonstrate the important role played by Australia's states, territories, universities and local governments in ...

Jury begins deliberations in George Floyd murder trial

April 21, 2021

The jury started deliberations at 4pm on Monday and finished at 8pm for the day. Prosecutors in their closing arguments said Chauvin squeezed the life out of Floyd in a way that even a child knew was wrong. "And I'm praying the verdict is the right verdict, which is - I think it's overwhelming in my view". The maximum sentence for second-degree unintentional murder is imprisonment of not more than 40 years.

Black Teen Shot Dead By US Police In Ohio

April 21, 2021

According to WTRF , the bureau is often tasked with investigating shootings that involve police officers. She told the outlet that her niece had a knife, but said the girl had dropped the weapon before she was shot "multiple times" by a police officer.

"Justice Served": Indian-American Politicians, Groups Welcome George Floyd Verdict

April 21, 2021

We are taught to subjugate ourselves to White fear - to be calmer and more composed than trained officers. Chauvin was charged in the death of George Floyd , a 46-year-old Black man, on May 25, 2020; Chauvin restrained Floyd and held him in custody.

United Kingdom study on catching virus again

April 21, 2021

The trial's initial phase will look at the minimum dose that allows the virus to start replicating without symptoms in some 50 per cent of volunteers. Thereafter, the researchers will examine the participants in a quarantine unit for a minimum of 17 days. For the phase-1 trial, the participants will undergo CT scans of the lungs and MRI scans of the heart.

New entry-level iPad, iPad mini coming alongside 2021 iPad Pro

April 21, 2021

Apple says CPU performance has increased by 50% over the previous generation. The computer is also the first to come with Touch ID, making it easier to securely log in, make purchases with Apple Pay or switch user profiles - all of which can be done with the touch of a finger.

Alexei Navalny sent to prison hospital in Russian Federation

April 20, 2021

Navalny, Putin's most prominent opponent, was arrested in January on returning to Russian Federation from Berlin after recovering from a near-fatal poisoning attack he says was orchestrated by the Kremlin. In the past, security forces have violently broken up demonstrations. Already, Russian authorities have taken their crackdown on Navalny's allies and supporters to a new level, with the Moscow prosecutor's office last week petitioning a court to label as extremist groups Navalny's ...

After outcry, WH says Biden will lift refugee cap in May

April 19, 2021

Psaki said on Friday Biden's "initial goal of 62,500 seems unlikely.given the decimated refugee admissions program we inherited". "I'm still confused about what changed between 1 p.m. Since the fiscal year began last October 1, just over 2,000 refugees have been resettled in the U.S. Under Biden's new allocation, 7,000 slots are reserved for refugees from Africa, 1,000 from East Asia, 1,500 from Europe and Central Asia, 3,000 from Latin America and the Caribbean and 1,500 from the ...

Shooting in Austin, Texas, Leaves at Least Three People Dead

April 19, 2021

When officials arrived on scene, two women and a man were found shot to death outside an apartment building. It is unknown if he fled on foot or in a vehicle. "All assets staged [and] prepared to enter into the immediate incident location", Austin-Travis County EMS wrote on Twitter . "The cops had their guns out", he said.

Three killed in Kenosha shooting

April 18, 2021

Sunday, Sheriff David G. Beth said. Officials are still working to determine the identities of the people who died. Kenosha County Sergeant David Wright said the shooting appeared to be a "targeted and isolated incident". Beth left open the possibility that there was more than one suspect. Sheriff Beth noted that he believes there were multiple handguns used in the shooting.

US, China commit to climate cooperation ahead of key summit

April 18, 2021

China says President Xi Jinping has agreed with leaders of France and Germany to strengthen their cooperation on climate change. "The United States and China are committed to cooperating with each other and with other countries to tackle the climate crisis, which must be addressed with the seriousness and urgency that it demands", said the statement from Kerry and China's special envoy for climate change Xie Zhenhua.

Pfizer envisions a COVID-19 booster shot 12 months after getting vaccinated

April 18, 2021

In the case of the flu vaccine, it has to be taken every year for two reasons: the first is that the body's immune response can decrease over time, and the second is that the influenza virus is constantly adapting and changing, with new variants emerging.

Covid: More than 3 million deaths worldwide

April 17, 2021

The death toll as of Saturday, compiled by John Hopkins University , is nearly equal to the population of Kyiv (Ukraine), Caracas (Venezuela), or Lisbon (Portugal). One of these is Vila Formosa, the largest cemetery in Latin America and a showcase for the lethal cost of the pandemic in Brazil , where more than 360,000 people have died from Covid-19.

Iran names man accused of Natanz nuclear plant attack

April 17, 2021

A dog passes by policemen guarding the entrance to the Grand Hotel Wien during the closed-door nuclear talks with Iran in Vienna on April 16, 2021, where diplomats of the EU, China, Russia and Iran hold their talks. Enrique Mora, the European Union official who chaired the talks, tweeted that "progress has been made in a far from easy task". The 2015 nuclear agreement lifted then-existing sanctions in exchange for Tehran's acceptance of strict limits on its nuclear program.

Ontario worship services limited to 10 again as COVID surges

April 17, 2021

Ford extended the province's stay-at-home order for an extra two weeks until May 20. Other measures announced Friday include more restrictions on outdoor gatherings and non-essential construction projects. The prime minister also said he recently spoke to the mayors of Toronto, Brampton, Mississauga and Markham about working together and possible federal government support.

Indianapolis mayor calls for national action on gun laws after FedEx shooting

April 17, 2021

One of them had critical injuries, police spokesperson Genae Cook said. Police believe the gunman took his life shortly afterward. Another two people were treated and released at the scene. Indianapolis FedEx employee Olivia Sui told Reuters via text message that she and some co-workers had just left the building after picking up their paychecks and were sitting in a vehicle in the parking lot when shots rang out.

Biden meets with Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga

April 17, 2021

On another of his key priorities, Biden said he and Suga agreed on the need for "ambitious" climate commitments and indicated that both nations would soon announce goals by 2030. "Japan's basic policy on pending issues caused by China is to firmly assert what should be asserted and strongly request China to take specific action", he said.

United States expels Russian diplomats, imposes new sanctions over SolarWinds hack, election interference

April 16, 2021

Earlier this week Niinisto said he and Putin had spoken and the two discussed "the planned meeting" with Biden. Biden on Thursday described the sanctions as a "measured and proportionate" response to Moscow's hostile actions with the United States and said Washington is "not looking to kick off a cycle of escalation and conflict".

Third dose likely needed after receiving two Pfizer vaccine shots: MOH official

April 16, 2021

The CEO of Pfizer believes people will need a third dose of the Covid-19 vaccine six to 12 months after their first round. During a panel discussion hosted by CNBC in conjunction with CVS Health that aired on Thursday, Albert Bourla said a potential booster shot would be administered six to 12 months of being fully vaccinated .

Dead in Shooting at Indianapolis FedEx Facility

April 16, 2021

Police said 10 people suffered critical injuries, more than 20 people suffered serious injuries, and more than 30 people were wounded but still able to walk. Fedex released a statement early on Friday saying it was cooperating with authorities and working to get more information. Another man told WTTV that his niece was sitting in the driver's seat of her auto when the gunfire erupted, and she was wounded.

Chicago boy wasn’t holding gun when shot by officer

April 16, 2021

As the boy raises his hands, he is shot by the officer, which causes him to drop to the ground. Visit Insider's homepage for more stories . Adam complied. Lightfoot and community leaders called on any demonstrators to protest peacefully following the video's release. "We want to thank COPA for giving the Toledo family the opportunity to review body camera video and other evidence before its public release".

Britain to pull out almost all its troops from Afghanistan

April 14, 2021

According to sources close to the Biden administration who have spoken to the U.S. media channels, the United States forces withdrawal from Afghanistan will be completed by 9/11, 2021 which will be officially announced by the Biden administration on Wednesday.

Portland protesters march after Minnesota police killing of Daunte Wright

April 14, 2021

Brooklyn Center's mayor, Mike Elliott, said on Monday that he supported the firing of the officer who killed Wright. The fatal police shooting of a young Black man in a Minneapolis suburb appeared to result from an officer mistakenly opening fire with her gun instead of a Taser in the midst of a struggle during a traffic stop, the city's police chief said on Monday.

Biden says U.S. to leave Afghanistan on September 11

April 13, 2021

On Wednesday, Stoltenberg "will discuss Afghanistan, as well as other issues, including Russia's aggressive actions and preparations for the upcoming North Atlantic Treaty Organisation summit", with Blinken and Austin, ahead of the virtual North Atlantic Treaty Organisation ministers' meeting, the official said.

Japan to dump contaminated water from Fukushima nuclear station into sea

April 13, 2021

The first water release is not expected for about two years, time Tepco will use to begin filtering the water, building infrastructure and acquiring regulatory approval. "The government will also strengthen inspection of all fisheries imports, including those from Japan". The US State Department, however, said Japan had been "transparent about its decision, and appears to have adopted an approach in accordance with globally accepted nuclear safety standards".

AstraZeneca Vaccine rollout temporarily paused

April 13, 2021

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said last month that AstraZeneca must "catch up" on deliveries on the vaccine to the EU before exporting doses elsewhere, after the bloc introduced export controls on doses produced within it.

Sam Adams will buy you a beer if you get vaccinated

April 10, 2021

The White House rejected requests by states to send more doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. Some media reports have seen this repeated moving of the goalposts as calculated - an unstated strategy of underpromising and overdelivering with the aim of rebuilding public trust.

US Congress To Probe Trump Ally Over Sex-Trafficking Allegations

April 10, 2021

In recent weeks United States media reported that the Department of Justice - during Trump's presidency - had opened its own investigation into accusations that Gaetz may have broken federal sex trafficking laws and been involved in a scheme to recruit and pay women for sex.

2 people shot, suspect 'down' in Maryland

April 06, 2021

The New York Times explained police department spokesman Allen Etzler indicated the two victims had "life-threatening" injuries. The Frederick Police Department confirmed Tuesday that two people were critically injured in a shooting incident at a local business, and the suspect was later shot and killed at a nearby Army base.

Jordan's Queen Noor says plot attributed to son ‘wicked slander’

April 04, 2021

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of Jordan's army Yusef Huneity denied reports that Prince Hamza had been arrested but said he was told to "stop activities that are being exploited to target Jordan's security and stability". Prince Hamzah served as Jordan's crown prince for four years before the title was transferred to the current monarch's eldest son, Hussein. In late March, media reported that Jordan had unveiled a new defense agreement with the United States, which allowed ...

US Capitol: Driver dead after ramming police barricade

April 03, 2021

Capitol Police family in your thoughts and prayers ". Authorities do not believe that the attack was terrorism-related. A statement from the Washington , D.C., Metropolitan Police Department said: "A call came in at approximately 1:05 pm to the unit block of Constitution Ave, NE, for the report of a possible shooting".

Ontario's third wave of COVID-19 is 'killing faster and younger'

April 02, 2021

Premier Doug Ford has announced a province-wide shutdown due to a surge in COVID-19 cases and intensive care admissions. Indoor or outdoor sports and recreational fitness must also cease operations, with exceptions including high-performance athletes and access to physical therapy for a person with a disability.

Train derails in Taiwan, four feared dead

April 02, 2021

Images of the crash scene show carriages inside the tunnel ripped apart from the impact, while others crumpled, hindering rescuers reaching passengers. The AP reported that a truck somehow fell off a cliff and landed directly in front of the tunnel. Passengers climbed onto the roof of the derailed trail.

Coyotes Drop Toddlers from Top of Border Wall

April 02, 2021

U.S. Border Patrol Agents responded to a potentially life-threatening situation involving two female tender-aged toddlers mistreated and abandoned by human smugglers just west of Mt. The number of children and families attempting to cross the border increased by more than 100% between January and February. Responding agents found the three-year-old and five-year-old Ecuadoran children and rendered aid to them.

France Leaning Toward Nationwide Lockdown Due to Covid Spike

April 01, 2021

The 43-year-old leader has been under fire from political opponents and many health experts in recent weeks as the rampant virus left hospitals in hotspots such as Paris overwhelmed. He hoped that terraces of cafes and restaurants could receive people and some cultural venues may resume activities "under strict rules" from mid-May.

Biden dog bites second victim at White House

March 31, 2021

It's unclear when exactly the incident occurred, but an image shared on social media by Reuters correspondent Jeff Mason shows Major sporting a leash and being walked on the grounds shortly past 5 p.m. Major is the younger of the Bidens' two German Shepherds and the White House's first ever rescue dog. Earlier this month, Major bit a security staff member, according to reports.

World Health Organization report on COVID-19 origin inconclusive, calls for further studies

March 30, 2021

The report is expected to be released on Tuesday. After the outbreak, explanations floated by Chinese officials and state-media have ranged from a conspiracy theory that U.S. The findings are the result of a joint study by Chinese scientists and a WHO-led team that was in China last month to investigate the virus's origin .

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