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Mary Anne R.


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Latino Community in NC To Benefit From Executive Order Protecting Essential Workers

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper said on Friday that he would prepare an executive order protecting the state's essential workers, agricultural laborers, and personnel in meat and poultry processing plants, among others.

Florida Voters May Not Get Their Ballots on Time for Mail-In Voting

Many Florida voters have chosen mail-in voting due to the current COVID-19 pandemic. However, their votes may not be counted come November presidential elections, postal officials warn.Many Florida voters have chosen mail-in voting due to the current COVID-19 pandemic. However, their votes might not be counted come the November presidential elections, postal officials warn.

US, Mexico, Canada Extend Border Restrictions Until September

The governments of Mexico and the United States agreed on Friday to extend another border restriction of non-essential travel, which will expire on August 21 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The government of Canada has also joined the agreement.

Google, Apple Remove Fortnite From Mobile App Stores

Apple has decided to remove Epic Games' battle royale game Fortnite from its app store after the developer implemented on Thursday its own in-app system, which bypassed Apple's standard by 30 percent fee.
Austin police department

Austin City Council Green-Lights Police Department Budget Cut

The Austin City on Thursday joined Seattle, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and other cities defunding their police departments.

FBI Joins Probe of Beirut Explosion, US Diplomat Says

The U.S. law enforcement agency Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and other international investigators will join the Beirut explosion probe, a U.S. diplomat said on Thursday.
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Lack of Women in Clinical Trials Leads to Dosage Problems, New Study Finds

Women are more likely to have adverse side effects of medications as drug doses have been mainly based on clinical trials done on men, suggests a new study.

Biden Says Every American Should Wear a Mask to Stop Coronavirus Spread

Former vice presidents and presidential election candidate Joe Biden on Thursday called for a nationwide mask mandate to fight the spread of the coronavirus disease.

Florida Men Arrested in Colombia for Selling Bleach as COVID-19 Cure

Colombian officials said they have arrested two Florida men wanted in the United States on charges of illegally selling a bleach-like chemical as a "cure" for COVID-19.
Uber California

Uber, Lyft California Likely to Shutdown if Forced to Classify Drivers As Employees

Uber In California would "almost certainly shut down" if a judge's ruling issued last week is upheld on appeal, according to Uber top official.
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Tech Giants to Collaborate to Protect US Election Process

Tech giants such as Facebook, Google, and Microsoft among others have released a statement on Wednesday, announcing that they are collaborating to secure the U.S. election process.
Arrested portland protesters

No Legal Charges for Arrested Portland Protesters Under New Policy

Arrested Portland protesters will not be prosecuted, says Multnomah County District Attorney Mike Schmidt on Tuesday.
Face coverings

Should You Stop Wearing Your Neck Gaiters? New Study Says So

Neck gaiters as face covering during the COVID-19 pandemic are ineffective and could even spread the virus further than not wearing a covering at all, according to Duke University researchers.

COVID-19 in Hawaii Spreads at a Faster Rate Than Anywhere Else in the US

Hawaii is struggling to combat the spread of COVID-19 as it becomes the highest rate of transmission in the United States, according to reports.
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Here's Why Your Antidepressant Meds Are Not Working

Major depression is one of the most common metal disorders in the United States. The National Institute of Mental Health has seen a 7.1 percent of U.S. adults to have major depressive episode.
Anthony Fauci

Fauci on Russia's COVID-19 Vaccine: "I Seriously Doubt That It Is Safe and Effective"

The nation's top infectious disease expert, Anthony Fauci, said on Tuesday that he has serious doubts about Russia's COVID-19 vaccine, claiming that it is ready to be used for the coronavirus disease.
COVID-19 relief negotiations

McConnell Pushes Leaders to Restart COVID-19 Relief Negotiations

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is urging the White House and Democrat leaders to resume the COVID-19 relief negotiations on Tuesday as talks about the COVID-19 relief collapsed last week.
calorie count in food

Calorie Count in Food: What You Should Know

Many people are ready to follow the latest diet fad, especially if it promises rapid weight loss. Many people are ready to follow the latest diet fad, especially if it promises rapid weight loss.

Here Are Situations Where You Should Use Your Emergency Fund

Many are living with reduced income or without one entirely during the coronavirus pandemic. Small businesses and restaurants are facing foreclosures. This is just one proof that emergency fund is really important.
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus

COVID-19 Seasons Unlikely: WHO Says Virus Unaffected by Seasonal Changes

Experts at the World Health Organization said on Monday that the coronavirus disease seems to be unaffected with the passing of the seasons.
Seattle Police budget cut

Seattle City Council OKs Move of Defunding Police Department

The Seattle City Council has approved Monday the proposal to begin defunding the city's police department.
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Are You Buying Too Much Insurance? Here's How to Know

When buying an insurance policy there are many factors you need to consider. Some of your questions might be how much insurance do you really need for you to be protected?
Laptop industry

Toshiba Bids Good Bye to Laptop Industry

Japanese multinational conglomerate Toshiba Corporation has officially exited the laptop industry last week after the company has transferred it remaining minority to Sharp.
Vikings' Cameron Smith

Vikings' Cameron Smith to Undergo Heart Operation After Testing Positive for COVID-19

Minnesota Vikings' Cameron Smith will need an open-heart surgery after discovering of a serious condition when he tested positive for the coronavirus disease.
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Schools Might Gatekeep COVID-19 Cases Due to Privacy Laws

Parents, teachers, and students altogether are still doubtful whether school reopening for the fall semester is the right decision amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
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