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Texas' Coronavirus Death Toll Declines But Only Due to Error that Affected the Data

COVID-19 death toll in Texas downgraded after error attributed hundreds of COVID deaths. COVID-19 death toll in Texas went down after error on the system.
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Democrats and Republicans Agree on the Next Stimulus Payment

Republican and Democrat lawmakers made progress on Saturday during their deliberation on the next stimulus to combat the negative impact of COVID-19.

COVID-19 and Its Positive Consequence: Long-Lost Sisters Reunite After More Than 50 Years

Long-lost sisters reunited after 53-years of being separated from each other, thanks to the coronavirus.

'Apple Fire,' Thousands Evacuate due to Cherry Valley Wildfire

The 'Apple Fire', a wildfire northwest of Palm Springs flared up Saturday, prompting thousands to evacuate. The fire started small in Cherry Valley at Riverside County California last Friday.
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96 Year-Old Latino Man Graduates with Top Honor, Survives WWII, and Now the Pandemic

A Latino man survived World War II, graduated in college as a Top Honor in his class at the age of 96, and now the global pandemic. He is now Italy's oldest university graduate.
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New Study From CDC Confirms Kids Could Be the Spreader of the Virus

A new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showed that children could be asymptomatic but are likely to be spreaders of the virus.

Apple Tops Oil Giant Saudi Aramco as World's Most Valuable Company

Apple took a brief takeover of the oil giant Saudi Aramco as the most valuable company in the world this Friday after it had blockbuster quarterly earnings. The higher earnings sent the tech company's shares up as much as 7%.
What Exactly is Going on with TikTok? Here are Bunches of Details You Don't want to Miss

What Exactly is Going on with TikTok? Here are Bunches of Details You Wouldn't Want to Miss

TikTok is one of the most popular applications that teens, celebrities, and any person indulge in its use. It has been the talk of the town recently. What's going on with TikTok? Let's find out!

Texas City Commissioner Gabriel Salinas Dies in Police Gun Battle

Texas City Commissioner Gabriel Salinas was fatally shot in a police encounter. The police and sheriff's deputy responded to the city commissioner's home in response to a domestic disturbance call, authorities said.
Isaias Downgrade to Tropical Storm But Expected to Regain Strength as It Aims for Eastern Florida

Isaias Downgrades to Tropical Storm But Expected to Regain Strength as It Aims for Eastern Florida

Hurricane Isaias weakened on Saturday to a tropical storm but might strengthen as it approaches Florida.

Red Onions Possibly Cause Salmonella Outbreak in 31 States

The Salmonella Newport outbreak that has sickened almost 400 people in 31 states has been traced back to red onions, health officials said.
House Committee Examines US Park Police Reaction To Protesters At Lafayette Park

Arizona Congressman Raúl Grijalva Tests Positive for COVID-19

Arizona Democratic Rep. Raúl Grijalva has tested positive for COVID-19, his office confirmed in a statement Saturday.
Is Covid-19 Possible to Enter Through Our Eyes; Hence We Need to Wear Goggles?

COVID-19 Eye Transmission: Should We All Be Wearing Goggles or Face Shields?

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) normally spread through your nose and mouth. That's why, doctors recommended the wearing of face masks and practice social distancing. But what about our eyes?

Florida Teen, Two Others Arrested for Hacking Massive Twitter Accounts

A 17-year-old teenager from Tampa, Florida was arrested on Friday for allegedly hacking dozens of Twitter accounts, including those of several high-profile users, last month.
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House Approves $1.3T Spending Package With $210B Emergency Money

The House approved on Friday the six-bill bundle spending package worth $1.3 trillion, including $210 billion for emergency funding of federal agencies in fighting the coronavirus pandemic.
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Florida Newspaper Pleads for Mask Mandate, Says 'We’re Dying Here'

South Florida newspaper, the Sun Sentinel, is asking Florida governor Ron DeSantis to do more amid the increasing number of coronavirus cases and deaths across the state.

Supreme Court Denies Request to Halt Border Wall Construction

The Supreme Court on Friday refused to block the Trump administration from using billions worth of funds to build a U.S.-Mexico border wall.
Donald Trump Worries More on Mail-In Ballots, Doesn't Want to Postpone 2020 Election

Trump Says He Doesn't Want to Delay Election; But Worried on Mail-In Ballots

After suggesting a delay in the 2020 presidential election, President Donald Trump rows back and said he's just worried about the mail-in voting.

Former Presidential Candidate Herman Cain Dies of COVID-19

Former Presidential candidate Herman Cain died from COVID-19. Rep. Louie Gohmert, on the other hand, tested positive for coronavirus before his planned travel with President Donald Trump to Texas.
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Civil Rights Icon John Lewis’ Leaves Behind an Inspiring Legacy

Representative John Lewis has been known for his commitment to bring a new generation of leaders and activists. But that might not be the only thing he is remarkable for.