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Brazil thanks India for allowing export of drugs by referencing Hindu god Hanuman
World news 2 hours ago
In a letter to the Indian prime minister thanking him for easing restrictions on the export of hydroxychloroquine, the Brazilian president Bolsonaro compared India’s move to Lord Hanuman who carried a magical cure called Sanjeevani in the popular epic Ramayana.
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The largest, brightest supermoon of 2020 is here
Space Last night
Here are some images and videos that many have captured from around the globe for some much-needed relief as the world deals with the coronavirus pandemic.
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Boris Johnson 'stable and responding to treatment' in ICU
Coronavirus 3 hours ago
- UK prime minister "clinically stable and responding to treatment" - May not return to full-time work for "months" according to press reports - Some people clapped for the PM on Tuesday night - Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab standing in without full responsibility
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Leading virus model revises U.S. estimates downward, others disagree
The glimmer of potential good news came on the same day New York Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo said his state may already be experiencing a “flattening of the curve.” But experts cautioned against vesting too much confidence in any single model or data point.
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Coronavirus: Half of all confirmed cases worldwide are now in Europe
World news 1 minute ago
The total number of global cases has surpassed 1.4 million, including more than 80,000 fatalities. Over 300,000 patients are reported to have recovered. Get the latest updates from around the world: 🇬🇧 UK Prime Minister "stable" after second night in intensive care 🇪🇸 Spain announces mass testing campaign 🇺🇸 Trump calls the WHO "China-centric" 🇧🇷 Brazil reports largest daily increase in cases 🇪🇹 Ethiopia declares state of emergency 🇨🇳 China eases lockdown restrictions 🇺🇳 Information from WHO and health agencies 🗒 Information from journalists, health experts, epidemiologists and more
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Oilers forward Colby Cave placed in a medically-induced coma after suffering a brain bleed
NHL Yesterday
The 25-year-old was admitted to the critical care unit at Sunnybrook Hospital in Toronto after suffering a brain bleed overnight.
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The coronavirus changed the way people internet
Behaviors shifted, sometimes starkly, as the virus spread and pushed people to our devices for work, play and connecting.
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Lady Gaga gives the reality check some need in this pandemic
The singer told Jimmy Fallon that the phrase “we’re all in this together” being used amid the pandemic isn’t always accurate.
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Music producer and SNL veteran Hal Willner has died at age 64
In memoriam Yesterday
Willner was a long-time music producer who worked with the likes of Lou Reed and Marianne Faithfull, and was a music sketch producer for Saturday Night Live since 1981. His cause of death has not been announced, though reports say Willner was suffering from symptoms consistent with the coronavirus.
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Kayleigh McEnany will replace Stephanie Grisham as White House press secretary
Politics Yesterday
On Tuesday, first lady Melania Trump announced that Grisham is rejoining her staff as a full-time chief of staff and spokesperson. Grisham spent eight months as White House press secretary, during which time she did not hold a single press briefing. The New York Times reports that Grisham will be replaced by Trump campaign spokesperson Kayleigh McEnany.
Hydroxychloroquine's effectiveness as a treatment for coronavirus is unproven, medical experts warn
Coronavirus Yesterday
Medical experts caution that the effectiveness of hydroxychloroquine as a treatment for COVID-19 is unproven and the drug should not be taken without guidance from a medical professional.
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L.A. orders customers, workers to wear face coverings as protection
Effective Friday at midnight, residents must wear a mask, bandanna or other type of covering over their noses and mouths when in grocery stores, restaurants, hotels, taxis, ride shares and any other essential busineses.
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A Beloved Brooklyn YMCA Employee Has Died Of The Coronavirus
Janice Rodman, 52, was known as "Miss Janice" and greeted every member my name, her friends and family said.
The chaotic energy of this flooded hotel room video is almost too much to fully take in
Weird Yesterday
There are just so many questions around @Deethebestemcee's video, but at nearly 10 million views, the answers should be coming soon, right? Right?!
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Cast members and fans celebrate Schitt's Creek as series finale concludes
Schitt's Creek Last night
🚨Potential spoilers ahead🚨 Emotions ran high as Schitt’s Creek aired its final episode on April 7 after six seasons. Cast, crew and fans thanked each other for the journey over the years.
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Acting Navy secretary resigns over controversial remarks about ousted coronavirus whistleblower
US news Yesterday
According to multiple news reports, Secretary Thomas Modly resigned on Tuesday after making disparaging remarks about the former captain of the USS Theodore Roosevelt, who raised concerns about a COVID-19 outbreak on the ship. Brett Crozier was removed as commander earlier this month.
Treasury to ask for $250 billion in extra funding for small businesses affected by COVID-19
Coronavirus Yesterday
The Trump administration could reach a deal with Congress as early as this week to provide more financial aid to cash-strapped businesses to allow them to maintain payroll during the coronavirus pandemic. The government is asking for $250 billion in funding for the program, called the Paycheck Protection Program, in addition to $350 billion approved by lawmakers last month.
See how the coronavirus death toll grew across the U.S.
The coronavirus has infected and killed people in nearly every corner of the U.S. Two-thirds of the country’s metro areas — home to more than 85 percent of U.S. residents — have had at least one person die.
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Sony reveals the new PS5 'DualSense' controller
Gaming Yesterday
Come for the sneak peek; stay for the memes.
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You can still buy a home in a pandemic. This is how:
Home sales are carrying on in an increasingly complicated fashion. One example: If you are ready to close on a property, a masked and gloved notary may show up to your doorstep to get your signature.