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• Coronavirus: Inside a night at a London ICU overwhelmed with COVID-19 patients
  The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at the Royal Hospital in London, UK has been overwhelmed with the number of COVID-19 patients admitted. Medical staff are feeling the burden as they try to balance taking care of newly admitted patients and delivering the sad news to families losing their loves ones to COVID-19. Nurse […]
• North Carolina tornado, winter storms, Cicely Tyson viewing: World in Photos, Feb. 16
  A look at the top photos from around the globe. Source: ABC News […]
• WATCH LIVE: Congressional leaders hold moment of silence for 500,000 lives lost to COVID-19
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• US points finger at Saudi prince in Jamal Khashoggi’s murder
  The US intelligence community concluded that the Saudi crown prince approved operations to “capture and kill” journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Source: ABC News […]
• One Man’s Plan to Revolutionize Electric Cars and Elections
  After almost 13 years in development, Arcimoto’s three-wheeled electric vehicles had finally started rolling off the production line. But shortly after the first 100 were made, the coronavirus shut down production. While the company has adapted its green vision to our new pandemic reality, its founder has his eyes on […]
• WATCH: CIA director nominee William Burns testifies during Senate confirmation hearing
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• Biden inauguration: Kamala Harris sworn in as Vice-President of the United States
  Four years after becoming the second Black senator and first South Asian-American senator in history, Kamala Harris was sworn in as the 49th Vice-President of the United States on Wednesday at Capitol Hill, breaking another glass ceiling in America. Harris is the first Black, South Asian-American, Indian-American and […]
• Episode 35: The Last Mile to the Last Inch
  In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss COVID-19 trends in the US and globally, the last mile and the critical last inch of the vaccine journey, and what we’ve learned about schools to this point. Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu Learn more and donate to the Frontline Families […]
• Alex Padilla, California’s New Senator, Speaks Out On Covid Crisis | NBC Nightly News
  Alex Padilla will join the Senate as California faces a surge in Covid-19 cases. He talks to NBC News’ Jacob Soboroff about how the crisis is fueled by economic inequality. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of […]
• Rockford, Ill., police identify suspect in bowling alley shooting that killed 3, injured 3 | FULL
  Police in Rockford, Ill., announced Sunday that they have taken a suspect into custody in the fatal mass shooting that killed three and injured three others at a bowling alley on Saturday evening. Rockford Police Chief Dan O’Shea announced that 37-year-old Duke Webb was the suspect taken into custody in the […]
• US Is Testing The Fastest Military Helicopter That Shocked The World
  US Is Testing The Fastest Military Helicopter That Shocked The World While not as fast as planes, helicopters are far from slow – and they offer a lot more flexibility than their fixed-wing siblings. Helicopters or rotary aircraft have several advantages over their fixed-wing relatives able to operate in […]
• Full Panel: President Trump Still Falsely Claiming Voter Fraud | Meet The Press | NBC News
  Kasie Hunt, Michael Eric Dyson, O. Kay Henderson and Hugh Hewitt join the Meet the Press roundtable to talk about the president’s attempts to find voter fraud and the president-elect’s transition challenges.» Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: […]
• Ontario Premier Doug Ford provides update on COVID-19 response | LIVE
  Ontario Premier Doug Ford is expected to provide an update on Wednesday about the government’s ongoing response to the coronavirus pandemic. He will be joined by Minister of Long-Term Care Dr. Merrilee Fullerton and Minister of Colleges and Universities Ross Romano to make an announcement. Ontario reported 975 […]
• Snow covers Oklahoma, Texas in the first days of 2021
  A cold New Year’s start in west Texas was expected as snow covered Big Spring and Midland on the first day of 2021. Some Oklahomans started off their new year with power outages after freezing rain and snow fell overnight into Jan. 1st. Local news in Yukon said 8.5 inches of snow fell on the area, causing power […]
• Valentine’s Day 2021: Dozens of couples in Thailand get married on elephants
  Fifty-nine couples in Thailand tied the knot on elephants on Sunday in a special Valentine’s Day wedding ceremony. "For me, I’ve been planning for a long time that if I were to sign a marriage licence one day, it must be an extraordinary event," said groom Patiphat Panthanon, 26, sitting beside […]
• Sec. Buttigieg On Climate Change, Racial Justice And Imposter Syndrome | NBC News
  Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg joins Stay Tuned to talk about his department’s impact on climate change, racial justice, and whether he ever feels imposter syndrome. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a […]
• Florida reports 17,345 new COVID-19 cases after not posting updates on Thanksgiving
  Daily coronavirus cases in Florida continue to be more than 6,000 as the country enters the hectic holiday season and the end of 2020. New cases reported daily have trended higher in November, with only one day seeing new cases less than 4,000. On Thursday, the Florida Department of Health did not provide a daily […]
• WATCH LIVE: American Reckoning – A PBS NewsHour Special Report
  Following the aftermath of the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol, “American Reckoning – A PBS NewsHour Special Report” will premiere on PBS stations nationwide on Friday, January 15, 2021, 9:00 – 10:00 p.m. ET. The primetime special report will focus on the economic and racial history that led to a political […]
• Historic House vote: 10 Republicans vote with Democrats to impeach President Trump
  Discussions inside the White House include the upcoming Senate trial and a potential round of new presidential pardons, potentially one for President Trump himself. WATCH the ABC News Live Stream Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_Ma8oQLmSM SUBSCRIBE to ABC NEWS: https://bit.ly/2vZb6yP Watch More on […]
• WATCH: Republican Rep. Newhouse says he will vote to impeach Trump
  Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Wash., argued for a second impeachment of President Donald Trump during a hearing Jan. 13. Democrats are pursuing a quick second impeachment a week after President Donald Trump gave a speech they say incited insurrection. On Jan. 6, while Congress was in the process of counting electoral votes and […]
• World Leaders React To Rioters Storming Congress | NBC Nightly News
  NBC News’ Richard Engel reports as a number of world leaders call on President Trump to condemn the rioters storming the U.S. Capitol. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said a peaceful transfer of power is “vital.” » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: […]
• DRL FY20 IRF: Advocacy to Preserve Cultural Heritage in Africa
  Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor United States Department of State  Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO): DRL FY20 IRF: Advocacy to Preserve Cultural Heritage in Africa This is the announcement of funding opportunity number SFOP0007534 Catalog of Federal […]
• Coronavirus: 2 more COVID-19 vaccine candidates release promising results
  Health Canada is reviewing AstraZeneca and Oxford University’s COVID-19 vaccine for possible use in the country. The review process comes as Johnson & Johnson’s product, which is just over 60 per cent effective and requires only one dose, could also soon be used in Canada. As the country faces vaccine […]
• A Timeline Of The Capitol Hill Riots | NBC News NOW
  The date of January 6, 2021 will go down in American history for the fatal attack on the U.S. Capitol, enacted by a pro-Trump mob. NBC News’ Ellison Barber details the timeline of that fateful day. Correction: A previous version of this video mischaracterized Ashli Babbitt’s actions before she was fatally shot, and […]
• Mayhem erupts in the U.S. Capitol as Congress certified electoral votes
  The nation on Wednesday witnessed a grave breach of its democratic traditions. For the first time in American history, supporters of the losing presidential candidate have forcibly disrupted the official counting of electoral votes. John Yang reports. Stream your PBS favorites with the PBS app: […]
• WATCH: Biden and Harris honor military in inauguration Pass in Review ceremony
  President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris viewed the Pass in Review ceremony Jan. 20 outside the U.S. Capitol shortly after they took their oaths of office. In the ceremony, all branches of the military march in unison past the U.S. Capitol as they play music. Usually 5,000 troops participate in the […]
• WATCH LIVE: Gov. Walz gives update on Minnesota shooting
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• Pelosi scolds CNN reporter after stimulus question
  House speaker Nancy Pelosi pushed back at CNN’s Manu Raju after he asked about her handling of the Covid-19 relief package. #CNN #News Source: CNN […]
• Trump impeachment: Legal team says Trump saw trial as “another phase” of “witch hunt”
  The lawyers of former president Donald Trump spoke following his acquittal and read out a statement by Trump, which labelled the impeachment trial as "another phase of the greatest witch hunt in the history of our country." Former aide and legal team member Jason Miller read out the statement by Trump, which […]
• The Basics of Climate Science | Essentials of Environmental Science
  Welcome to our new special series about the essentials of environmental science Like this video? SUBSCRIBE to Hot Mess! ►► http://bit.ly/hotmess_sub More info below… A series on this channel talking about the environment without focusing on the era-defining change happening to our planet right now wouldn’t make any […]
• Indonesian black box recovered, snow in Spain, rhino debut: World in Photos, Jan. 12
  A look at the top photos from around the globe. Source: ABC News […]
• ABC News Prime: Moderna vaccine set for approval; Hospitals near breaking point; Grave cyber threat
  #2020 #trump #covid19 #biden SUBSCRIBE to ABC NEWS: https://bit.ly/2vZb6yP Watch More on http://abcnews.go.com/ LIKE ABC News on FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/abcnews FOLLOW ABC News on TWITTER: https://twitter.com/abc GOOD MORNING AMERICA’S HOMEPAGE: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/ Source: ABC News […]
• This week in the White House: Trump’s final days, pardons, Biden’s first exec. actions
  President Donald Trump spent his final weekend in office in the White House. Reports are that he plans to leave Washington D.C. on Wednesday morning, just hours before President-elect Joe Biden takes office. For more on the president’s plans, including potential pardons, last-minute staff appointments or a goodbye […]
• Viral figure skater brings pop culture, activism, diversity to sport
  Growing up, Elladj Balde said “a lot of athletes and artists … looked like me, but they were not within the figure skating realm.” He is now pursuing his passion and hoping to change the narrative. Source: ABC News […]
• African American vaccine hesitancy comes from historical place
  US Surgeon General Jerome Adams says a 1932 government study helps explain why so many people in the African American community may have Covid-19 vaccine. Adams and Dr. Anthony Fauci discuss the issue with CNN’s Don Lemon and Dr. Sanjay Gupta. #CNNTownHall #CNN #News Source: CNN […]
• Inmate in Washington State Penitentiary in Walla Walla dies from COVID-19 complications
  Michael Cornethan was 62 years old. He died from COVID-19 related issues on Saturday, Nov. 21. Source: KREM 2 News […]
• Putin critic Alexey Navalny arrested on his return to Moscow
  Russia’s leading Kremlin critic, Alexey Navalny, was detained by local police moments after his return to the country and five months after he was poisoned with the nerve agent Novichok. CNN’s Frederik Pleitgen reports. #CNN #News Source: CNN […]
• Biden Plans For Immigration Reforms On First Day In Office | NBC Nightly News
  As one of the first acts of his presidency, President-elect Biden is expected to introduce a new immigration bill that includes an eight-year path to citizenship. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative […]
• Small Businesses Suffer As Increased Capitol Security Takes Over Washington | NBC News NOW
  Thousands of National Guard troops are protecting the U.S. Capitol to secure Joe Biden’s inauguration. The ramped-up security and closed roads are proving to be a thorn to small businesses in Washington near the most secure zones. NBC News’ Stephanie Ruhle spoke with small business owners struggling to survive. » […]
• First Severe Reaction To Covid Vaccine Reported In U.S. | NBC Nightly News
  10 minutes after receiving the Pfizer vaccine, a health care worker at a hospital in Alaska was rushed to the ER with a severe rash and shortness of breath. Doctors say she had no known previous reactions to medicines, unlike two people in the U.K. who also developed severe allergic reactions. » Subscribe to NBC News: […]
• Nor’easter slams millions with snow, wind and floods
  Thousands are without power in at least nine states and parts of New Jersey are buried in 2 1/2 feet of snow. Source: ABC News […]
• Bruce Springsteen joins ‘Stand Up for Heroes’ virtual benefit for veterans | WNT
  The Bob Woodruff Foundation’s annual Stand Up for Heroes benefit will be held virtually Wednesday. The event will be hosted by comedian Jon Stewart and will feature musical performances. WATCH THE FULL EPISODE OF ‘WORLD NEWS TONIGHT’: https://bit.ly/3kJzkku WATCH OTHER FULL EPISODES OF WORLD NEWS TONIGHT: […]
• Health officials try to rebuild trust of vaccines among Indigenous Americans
  Native Americans have been among the hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, but a history of medical mistreatment has led some indigenous leaders to brace for challenges in vaccinating their communities. Special correspondent Fred de Sam Lazaro reports on those efforts. Stream your PBS favorites with the PBS app: […]
• NBC Nightly News Broadcast (Full) – December 16th, 2020 | NBC Nightly News
  Massive winter storm hits Northeast, first severe reaction to Covid vaccine reported in U.S., and FBI foils plot to hijack plane in attack targeting U.S. skyscraper. Watch “NBC Nightly News With Lester Holt” at 6:30 p.m. ET / 5:30 p.m. CT (or check your local listings). 00:00 Intro 1:33 Monster Nor’easter Slams […]
• Trump issues scathing rebuke against Mitch McConnell
  Former President Donald Trump issued a statement that attacked Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) just days after McConnell delivered a speech where he said Trump was responsible for the US Capitol riot. #ManuRaju #TheSituationRoom #CNN Source: CNN […]
• Biden Facing Setbacks Battling Climate Change | NBC News NOW
  President-elect Joe Biden campaigned heavily on his plans for climate change during the election, including a two trillion-dollar environmental policy plan. NBC News’ Dasha Burns takes a look at Biden’s intentions and where he may face setbacks. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more […]
• WATCH LIVE: Biden to announce COVID-19 economic recovery plan
  Stream your PBS favorites with the PBS app: https://to.pbs.org/2Jb8twG Find more from PBS NewsHour at https://www.pbs.org/newshour Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/2HfsCD6 Follow us: Facebook: http://www.pbs.org/newshour Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/newshour Instagram: […]
• Thanksgiving travel trouble as millions hit the skies and road
  More than 5 million people flew since Friday for Thanksgiving, packing airports with TSA reports indicating LAX, Orlando and Hartsfield-Jackson in Atlanta being the busiest. Source: ABC News […]
• US Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield speaks
  President-elect Joe Biden held a press conference to introduce key members of his foreign policy and national security teams. Source: ABC News […]
• David Prowse, the original Darth Vader, dead at 85
  For years, Prowse brought the ultimate movie villain to life. Source: ABC News […]
• Myanmar coup: Protests continues against military, condemning violence during rallies
  Thousands of protesters gathered in cities in Myanmar on Wednesday once more to protest the ongoing military coup that started Feb. 1. In Yangon, the country’s biggest city, protesters from different ethnic minority groups in the country took to the streets to demonstrate against recent violence by security […]
• PBS NewsHour live episode, Dec. 22, 2020
  Support your local PBS station here: https://pbs.org/donate Stream your PBS favorites with the PBS app: https://to.pbs.org/2Jb8twG Find more from PBS NewsHour at https://www.pbs.org/newshour Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/2HfsCD6 Follow us: Facebook: http://www.pbs.org/newshour Twitter: […]
• LPTV: The Breakdown — December 17, 2020
  #LPTV The Breakdown is LIVE at 9pm ET with Rick Wilson, Tara Setmayer, Reed Galen, Jennifer Horn, Stuart Stevens and more for The Lincoln Project’s First Anniversary Questions? We’re here to answer them. Tweet #AskTheBreakdown Source: The Lincoln Project […]
• Pfizer Applies For Emergency Use Authorization For Its Covid-19 Vaccine | NBC Nightly News
  Pfizer became the first drugmaker to seek emergency authorization from the FDA for its vaccine, which it says is 95 percent effective. Moderna is also expected to submit its data soon. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a […]
• Episode 8b: How Do I Safely Use a Multi-Dose Vaccine Vial? Part 2
  Dr. Abby breaks down the critical steps every vaccinator should follow when administering vaccines that come in multi-dose vials. Comments on this video are allowed in accordance with our comment policy: http://www.cdc.gov/SocialMedia/Tools/CommentPolicy.html This video can also be viewed at […]
• Concerns grow as states ease COVID-19 restrictions
  Many states are easing restrictions as hospitalization numbers drop nationwide. Source: ABC News […]
• Trump Tweets that Rudy Giuliani has COVID-19
  The 76-year-old former mayor of New York has been spearheading the president’s legal challenges. Source: ABC News […]
• Nightly News: Kids Edition (January 7, 2021) | NBC Nightly News
  On this episode of Nightly News: Kids Edition, Dr. John Torres answers viewers’ weekly questions. New Bundle of Joy: The Houston Zoo welcomes a baby howler monkey named Marlie. Inspiring Kids Series continues: A remarkable 7-year-old turned her love of making jewelry into helping doctors and nurses on the front lines. […]
• House works on bipartisan COVID relief bill
  South Dakota Rep. Dusty Johnson talks about a possible compromise on a COVID-19 relief bill. Source: ABC News […]
• Michael Smerconish: GOP’s fear of their base is warranted
  Fearing the base, House GOP members voted differently in private than in public. CNN’s Michael Smerconish asks, if Marjorie Taylor Greene’s brand of politics ends up dominating the party, will minority leader Kevin McCarthy feel "buyer’s remorse"? Source: CNN […]