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Outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Mexico City

Mexico's Interior Department Says COVID-19 Lockdown Policies Violate Constitutional Rights

Apr 30, 2020 10:50 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

Mexico's Interior Department recently denounced towns putting up roadblocks and imposing curfews. They believe the measures made to curb the spread of the virus violates constitutional rights.

Outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), in Guayaquil

Nightmare in Ecuador: Bodies Stacked Seven High in Toilets as Morgues Run Out of Space

Apr 30, 2020 10:30 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

Health officials in Ecuador are forced to stack bodies as the country becomes the new epicenter for the COVID-19 pandemic in Latin America.

Deputies Arrest Florida Man With Enough Fentanyl to Kill Half a Million People

Apr 30, 2020 10:07 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

Authorities recently arrested a Florida resident after the local narcotics team found the suspect in possession of deadly and illegal drugs following a residential search.

An ampule of Ebola drug remdesivir is pictured during a news conference at the University Hospital Eppendorf (UKE) in Hamburg, Germany,

US Social Distancing Guidelines to End on Thursday, Researchers May Have Found A Cure

Apr 30, 2020 08:00 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

President Donald Trump recently revealed he has no plans to extended COVID-19 social distancing measures after it ends Thursday. He also touted a possible cure following promising results from human trials.

LGBTQ Hunted Down in Puerto Rico, Activists Criticize Local Officials' Lack of Action

Apr 30, 2020 07:10 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

Another transgender person was found murdered in Puerto Rico following reports of two other killings the previous week. The island now has five LGBTQ-related murders this year.

Facebook Adds Two Major Updates On App and Messenger: Care Emojis and Messenger Room

Apr 29, 2020 09:10 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

In a show of support and presence in its apps, the Facebook team announced the addition of two new emojis to signify that you care. They also revealed Messenger Room, a video-conference tool for up to 50 people.

Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro gestures as he stands at the ramp of the Planalto Palace, in Brasilia

Bolsanaro Investigated for Interfering with Police Work, His Son is a Criminal Too

Apr 29, 2020 08:50 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

Federal Investigators linked President Jair Bolsonaro's second-born son to a criminal fake news scheme aimed to threaten Brazilian officials. The Supreme Court allows investigation after Bolsonaro allegedly interfered with police work.

In Puerto Rico, COVID-19 Is Taking Away Learning Opportunities for Students

Apr 29, 2020 07:10 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

In Puerto Rico, schools have transitioned to online classes to finish the academic year. However, there are children living in impoverished areas who have poor connectivity.

Venezuelan oil minister Tareck El Aissami

Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro Hires US Most-Wanted Drug Trafficker as Oil Minister

Apr 29, 2020 07:00 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

Venezuelan Nicolas Maduro appointed a powerful drug kingpin and cousin of the late president Hugo Chavez as oil minister amid massive fuel shortages across the nation.

U.S. President Trump speaks about small business loans during coronavirus response event at the White House in Washington

Trump Announces Investigation Into China, Suggests Seeking Damages for COVID-19

Apr 29, 2020 06:36 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

U.S. President Donald Trump revealed his administration is conducting "serious investigations" following Beijing's mishandling of the new coronavirus outbreak.

Mexican Militias Arm and Train Children as Foot Soldiers in the Fight Against Drug Cartels

Apr 28, 2020 09:00 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

The CRAC-PF, a militia in the Mexican state of Guerrero, took matters into their own hands after the Mexican government failed to protect their community from surrounding drug cartels.

Mexican Themed Socks That Look and Feel Wonderful

Apr 28, 2020 08:50 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

Get yourself any of these stylish and cozy socks in preparation for winter.

Peanut Butter Sniff Tests Could Help Identify Asymptomatic COVID-19 Carriers, Study Says

Apr 28, 2020 08:02 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

A neurologist revealed the creamy spread helps identify coronavirus carriers who are not experiencing any symptoms.

Migrants, part of a caravan of thousands trying to reach the U.S., gather at the border fence between Mexico and the United States after arriving in Tijuana, Mexico November 13, 2018.

Cocaine Fuels Migration Crisis As Asylum Seekers Flee Dangerous Countries

Apr 28, 2020 07:57 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

The United States is facing a massive surge of migrants along its borders.

Employees of Electrocomponentes de Mexico are seen during a protest to halt work amid the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), in Ciudad Juarez

Pentagon Urges Mexico to Reopen Defense Supplier Factories, Workers Strike as Plants Reopen

Apr 28, 2020 07:30 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

The Pentagon wants Mexico to open some of its manufacturing companies to support the supply chain for defense companies in the United States.

David Vetter being introduced to his new pediatric immunologist, Dr. William Shearer, in 1979.

Meet David Vetter: The Real Life Bubble Boy

Apr 27, 2020 08:17 PM EDT By Danielle Ong

David Vetter was born with a rare disorder that made him extremely vulnerable to viruses. He lived inside a plastic bubble from birth until two weeks before his death. Here is his extraordinary tale.

Two Florida Cold Case Murder Victims Identified After 30 Years

Apr 27, 2020 08:09 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

Authorities recently identified two homicide victims in separate Volusia cases after being nameless for 30 years. The man and the woman were identified after officials conducted DNA tests.

Call of Duty Warzone: Tired of Dying on Solo Mode? Here are 5 Failproof Tips to Be the Last Man Standing

Apr 27, 2020 08:06 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

Rise to the top of the battle royale with these essential tips.

Child Abuse Cases Down, Experts Warn Lockdown Measures Forces Victims to Silence

Apr 27, 2020 08:02 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

Support organizations are receiving fewer child abuse reports. Experts believe the COVID-19 crisis caused the harm to be hidden.

A healthcare worker administers a rapid, point of care pinprick coronavirus (COVID-19) IgM and IgG antibodies test at a myCovidMD free testing center for under and uninsured people, founded by three black women doctors, in Los Angeles

Coronavirus Antibody Tests: A Possible Answer to the COVID-19 Test Gaps

Apr 27, 2020 08:00 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

Antibody tests are designed to show whether or not a patient has previously been infected with COVID-19---even if you never had any symptoms.

Check Out These Fantastic Sims 4 Mods To Make Your Gameplay One Of A Kind

Apr 26, 2020 07:25 AM EDT By Danielle Ong

What sets Sims 4 apart is its thriving social community. These player-driven groups have banded together and created their own style of fashion within the Sims universe.