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Another 5.2 million Americans file for unemployment as coronavirus shuts down economy
COVID-19 29 minutes ago
Another 5.245 million workers filed for their first week of unemployment benefits last week, according to the US Department of Labor. This brings the total number of Americans who have filed initial jobless claims to around 22 million.
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At least two dozen ethnic Rohingya die on a ship after failing to reach Malaysia
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Bangladesh coastguard officials said 382 starving survivors were rescued after a ship that was drifting for weeks came ashore late on Wednesday. All the survivors on board will be sent to Myanmar.
Prepare for post-coronavirus revolutions
The pandemic hits the poor much harder than the wealthy. That will have consequences.
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Jay Glazer reports Rams’ Brian Allen is first active NFL player to test positive for coronavirus
NFL Last night
FOX Sports' Jay Glazer revealed that Los Angeles Rams player Brian Allen tested positive for COVID-19 three weeks ago. While fans were sympathetic towards Allen and wished for his quick recovery, many felt Glazer may have overhyped the news, which was teased many hours in advance. The Rams confirmed the news saying Allen is “feeling good” and “on the road to recovery.”
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North Korean defector wins seat in South Korean election
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In a first for South Korea, former North Korean diplomat Thae Yong-ho has won a parliamentary seat in the Gangnam district of Seoul. Since defecting from the reclusive state with his family in 2016, Thae has used his platform to campaign for the human rights of North Koreans and denounce Kim Jong-un's regime.
Their Boss Directed Tiger King. They Got Laid Off And Can't Pay Bills.
Tiger King codirector and executive producer Eric Goode owns a suite of trendy Manhattan hotels and restaurants. Some of the workers he laid off amid the coronavirus outbreak are pleading for help.
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South Korean broadcasters take their exit poll graphics to another level 🔥
Politics Last night
The country's reputation for producing high-quality CGI graphics during vote counting continued on election day, with candidates depicted in a manner of weird and wonderful scenarios. K-pop groups BTS and Twice featured in an exit poll results broadcast on local channel MBC as the ruling Democratic Party cruised to a decisive victory.
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College Closures Mean Some Trans Students Have Lost Their Safe Space
The coronavirus pandemic has put the mental and physical health of an already vulnerable group at far greater risk.
WWE announces major layoffs
WWE Yesterday
The cuts were announced over a conference call with WWE CEO Vince McMahon. The furloughs and layoffs are estimated to save the WWE $4 million monthly. The WWE family, fans and analysts are sharing their thoughts on the changes. Talent layoff announcements are ongoing.
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Meet seven women, aged 24 to 86, living alone during the pandemic
The novel coronavirus has confined many women to a very different living situation: Today approximately 23.5 million American women live alone, more than ever before.
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John Krasinski is having secret meetings with Marvel
Marvel Studios has reportedly been taking virtual meetings with John Krasinski for undisclosed projects, marking the first time John and studio president, Kevin Feige have met, after both have been vocal in the past about wanting to work together.
Humans were meant to touch each other. What's the price of no contact?
Touch may not get the same attention as the other senses, but science affirms its vital importance. And its absence in our lives right now may be causing unintended harm.
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South Korea’s ruling Democratic Party wins majority
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President Moon has secured a parliamentary majority in South Korea in one of the first national elections held during the coronavirus pandemic. South Korea saw its highest election turnout in almost three decades with a presumptive turnout of 66.2%.
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Coronavirus could halt L.A. concerts and sporting events until 2021
L.A. may hold off on allowing big gatherings until 2021 because of the coronavirus threat, according to an internal Los Angeles Fire Department email.
Americans can get stimulus payments faster with new IRS site
The new IRS site will let you check the status of your coronavirus stimulus payment and provide bank account details to receive faster payment.
Remembering the Hillsborough disaster 31 years later
In memoriam Yesterday
People are paying tribute on Wednesday to the 96 men, women and children who lost their lives after being crushed to death at an FA Cup semi-final match between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest at Sheffield's Hillsborough Stadium on April 15, 1989.
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Tom Hardy will be reading bedtime stories on children's TV
The actor will return to BBC's children's channel CBeebies later this month to read bedtime stories, much to the delight of viewers young and old.
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UK government says care homes will allow people members to visit dying family members
COVID-19 Yesterday
Health Secretary Matt Hancock held a press briefing on Wednesday to announce that "wherever possible" close family members will be able to say goodbye to dying relatives in care homes under new UK coronavirus advice. Hancock also said that coronavirus lockdown rules will not be lifted until it's safe to do so.
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Will coronavirus change 'Real Housewives' forever?
The 10th season of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" premieres Wednesday. While in quarantine, the cast discussed how coronavirus has impacted their lives. They also explain the challenges the pandemic will present the show in the future.
Rita Wilson took chloroquine to fight COVID-19 & gives this warning
Chloroquine has been discussed as a possible coronavirus treatment. However, Wilson says she didn't have a great experience taking the drug.
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