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May 04 2022
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Live Blog: Daily Russia-Ukraine News Updates
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Below are updates on the latest news about Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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AllSides StaffJun 17 2020
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How Trump's missteps undermined the US's recovery from pandemic
Situation could have been somewhat rescued if president backed his own administration’s efforts, experts say, but instead he has shown little leadership
Despite the inertia and dysfunction that plagued the early stages of the US government’s response to the coronavirus pandemic, the situation could still have been somewhat rescued if Donald Trump had merely backed the efforts of his own
The GuardianMar 31 2020
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'So many patients dying': Doctors say NYC public hospitals reeling from coronavirus cases
A doctor at a major public hospital in New York City described having worn a single N95 mask, a critical tool in protection from the coronavirus, for an entire week. Normally, the Brooklyn doctor would change it after every visit with a patient. Colleague after colleague, including nurses and residents, have been falling sick with the virus. Patients were coming in for unrelated health issues
NBC News DigitalMar 28 2020
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Is it worth sacrificing privacy to stop coronavirus?
The coronavirus pandemic has led governments around the world to employ every possible resource to stem the spread of the virus. Those efforts can only go so far, however, before they come up against limitations.
One of the barriers is privacy. Some experts see opportunities to use technology to track and potentially control the outbreak, but doing so could mean breaking existing legal
Yahoo! The 360Jan 22 2021
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Can Biden translate plea for unity from rhetoric to reality?
President Joe Biden emphasized unity at his inaugural address. But as he begins tackling the nation’s many crises, translating that ideal into action may be easier said than done.
“We must end this uncivil war that pits red against blue, rural versus urban, conservative versus liberal,” President Joe Biden implored from the Capitol steps Wednesday in his inaugural address.
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Christian Science MonitorApr 08 2020
Headline Roundup
Democratic Leaders Seek $500 Billion in Next Round of Coronavirus Relief Plan
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer will seek at least $50 billion in the next round of coronavirus stimulus, double what the Trump Administration is asking.
The measure would include funding for coronavirus testing, medical equipment, state and local government assistance, and food stamps.
Washington Times The Week - News CBS News (Online)Aug 06 2020
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The Unique U.S. Failure to Control the Virus
Nearly every country has struggled to contain the coronavirus and made mistakes along the way.
China committed the first major failure, silencing doctors who tried to raise alarms about the virus and allowing it to escape from Wuhan. Much of Europe went next, failing to avoid enormous outbreaks. Today, many countries — Japan, Canada, France, Australia and more — are coping with new
New York Times (News)Mar 23 2020
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CDC says coronavirus survived in Princess Cruise ship cabins for up to 17 days after passengers left
The coronavirus survived for up to 17 days aboard the Diamond Princess cruise ship, living far longer on surfaces than previous research has shown, according to new data published Monday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The study examined the Japanese and U.S. government efforts to contain the COVID-19 outbreaks on the Carnival-owned Diamond Princess ship in Japan and
CNBCAug 30 2019
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Juul CEO Says Non-Smokers Should Not Try His Company’s Product
Juul CEO Kevin Burns said Thursday that non-smokers should not use his company’s product. “Don’t vape. Don’t use Juul,” Burns said during an appearance on CBS This Morning. “Don’t start using nicotine if you don't have a preexisting relationship with nicotine. Don’t use the product. You’re not our target consumer.”
The straightforward message comes as the company faces multiple lawsuits
Daily BeastNov 24 2020
Analysis
How lack of transparency, inconsistency hamper U.S. pandemic fight
As the pandemic surges nationwide in the United States, rules meant to curb the virus are testing not only the patience of many Americans, but also their reasoning.
What is the logic, for instance, behind closing the National Zoo in Washington, D.C., when scientists say it is safer to be outdoors than indoors? Why do the West Coast states – all run by Democrats and consulting each other
Christian Science Monitor