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Indian scientists appeal to PM for COVID-19 data
As COVID-19 cases surge in India, Indian scientists are appealing to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to release data on the virus. They say they have been unable to get information that would allow them predict how many beds, oxygen or intensive care facilities would be needed. The Associated Press has the story: Facing humanitarian crisis…
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Jared Kushner’s apartment company violated laws
In a 252-page opinion, a judge ruled that an apartment company co-owned by Jared Kushner violated consumer protection laws. The violations were “widespread and numerous.” The Associated Press has the story: Judge: ‘Widespread and numerous’ violations by Jared Kushner’s apartment company BALTIMORE (AP) — A judge in Maryland has ruled that an apartment company co-owned…
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English soccer boycotts social media over racism
Various English soccer teams began four days of silence on social media in response to racism directed at the teams. Other sports including cricket, rugby, tennis and horse racing agreed to join the boycott. The effort began in 2019 with a 24-hour effort called the “Enough” campaign, but hasn’t completely snuffed out the racist attacks.…
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Wages grow quickly during first quarter
Workers’ pay and benefits rose 2.6% ending in March, down from only 2.8% a year before. However, even as wages grow, employers are struggling to find workers for multiple reasons. The Associated Press has the story: Solid increase in wages after weaker increases during the pandemic WASHINGTON (AP) — Wages and benefits grew quickly for…
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Biden going after corporate tax shelters
As expected, President Joe Biden is raising taxes on the wealthy. In order to pay for his massive infrastructure program and family plan, he is setting his sights on corporate loopholes, shelters and international havens. The Associated Press has the story: Biden shifting tax burden to corporations in attempt to shrink income inequity WASHINGTON (AP)…
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Anxiety responsible for negative vaccine reactions
U.S. health officials are finding that many of the physical reactions to the COVID-19 vaccines are due to anxiety, not the actual contents of the shots. Symptoms include fainting, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, racing hearts, chest pain or other symptoms. The Associated Press has the story: Symptoms after vaccine often due to anxiety, not a reaction…
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Milestone: 100 million Americans vaccinated
The U.S. is reopening around the country as Americans get vaccinated and COVID-19 recedes. A milestone: 100 million vaccinated. The Associated Press has the story: Disneyland reopens, NYC poised to fully open by July 1 Disneyland reopened Friday and New York’s mayor predicted the big city will be up and running again at full strength…
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Israel Religious festival stampede kills 44 and hurts dozens
Israel Religious festival stampede kills 44 JERUSALEM (AP) — A stampede at a religious festival attended by tens of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jews in northern Israel killed at least 44 people and injured about 150 early Friday, medical officials said. It was one of the country’s deadliest civilian disasters. The stampede began when large numbers…
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The Weeknd top contender for Billboard Music Awards
The Billboard Music Awards air live on May 23, with all eyes on The Weeknd who has 16 nominations. Morgan Wallen, who was caught on camera using a racial slur, is also up for several awards. The Associated Press has the story: Billboard Music Awards air live on May 23; The Weeknd up for 16…