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• New vaccine recommendations for adults over 65 or with pre-existing conditions | WNT
  U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex Azar said the government will now reverse course and release all vaccine doses, instead of withholding second doses. WATCH THE FULL EPISODE OF ‘WORLD NEWS TONIGHT’: https://bit.ly/3qlluYV WATCH OTHER FULL EPISODES OF WORLD NEWS TONIGHT: […]
• Trump’s 2nd impeachment trial begins | WNT
  Democrats forced senators to relive the harrowing moments when a pro-Trump mob overran the chamber. Trump’s team argued the trial was unconstitutional. WATCH THE FULL EPISODE OF ‘WORLD NEWS TONIGHT’: https://bit.ly/3jB3VS9 WATCH OTHER FULL EPISODES OF WORLD NEWS TONIGHT: […]
• Honoring Henry O. Flipper
  In 1877, Henry O. Flipper became both the U.S. Military Academy’s first African-American graduate and the first African-American to be commissioned in the U.S. Army, or any other branch of the U.S. military. Flipper went on to become the first African-American officer to command African-American Soldiers when he […]
• Latest on Trump’s 2nd impeachment trial
  House managers and the legal team for former President Donald Trump each filed first briefs ahead of the impeachment trial scheduled to begin next week. Source: ABC News […]
• Inside the Sinaloa Cartel’s fentanyl pipeline
  In an episode of her new National Geographic series “Trafficked,” Mariana van Zeller follows the cartel as it sources materials for fentanyl, makes the deadly drug and traffics it into the U.S. Source: ABC News […]
• Protests grow in Myanmar despite internet restrictions and police crackdowns
  Tens of thousands of demonstrators filled the streets in Myanmar Wednesday to protest former civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi’s trial, which began this week in secret. Protestors have been calling for the reinstatement of democracy since the military launched a coup on Feb. 1. And as Nick Schifrin reports, they are […]
• President Trump concedes, condemns supporters who rioted
  In a Twitter video, President Donald Trump conceded to President-elect Joe Biden and condemned the violent supporters who stormed the Capitol Wednesday. Source: ABC News […]
• WATCH LIVE: Robinhood CEO Tenev testifies at House Financial services GameStop hearing
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• You can Ask a Scientist! I did! | Ask a Scientist
  To launch our Ask a Scientist series, nine-year old Joshua asks Environment and Climate Change Canada’s David Phillips questions about change climate, the ozone layer, and more! http://Canada.ca * * * * * Transcript * * * * * JOSHUA (Canadian Kid): Do you think by the year 2100, there will still be snow during […]
• Coronavirus: Ontario officials discuss ethical framework for COVID-19 vaccine distribution | FULL
  Ontario’s associate chief medical officer of health Dr. Barbara Yaffe, alongside COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Task Force members Dr. Dirk Huyer, coordinator for provincial outbreak response, and bioethicist Dr. Maxwell Smith, provided an update Wednesday on the province’s Ethical Framework for COVID-19 vaccine […]
• COVID Devastated Navajo Nation. Now They’re Voting for Change
  There are more than 67 thousand eligible voters living in Navajo Nation, which stretches across Arizona, Utah, and New Mexico. Trying to get members here to the polls, means knowing which state to vote in but after being devastated by COVID-19, Navajo Nation is showing up to the polls. Subscribe to VICE News here: […]
• Lawmaker responds to Taylor Greene’s tweet about transgender daughter
  Rep. Majorie Taylor-Greene (R-GA) tweeted an attacked Rep. Marie Newman’s (D-IL) 20-year-old transgender daughter after Newman displayed a Transgender Pride flag outside of her of office which is directly across the hallway from Taylor-Greene’s. The two lawmakers are at odds over a piece of equality […]
• “Have a good life, see you soon:” Trump delivers final remarks as president
  Outgoing U.S. President Donald Trump made his final remarks as president on Wednesday, "have a good life, see you soon," he said before he and First Lady Melania boarded Air Force One. President-elect Joe Biden is to be sworn-in as the 46th president of the United States later in the morning. First Lady […]
• Coronavirus: Quebec considering easing restrictions in some regions in early February | FULL
  Quebec is considering easing some of its lockdown measures for certain regions that aren’t as hard hit by the novel coronavirus crisis starting in February. Premier François Legault said Tuesday the measures in place are helping to bring down the number of new COVID-19 cases, but that hospitalizations, despite […]
• Norway to end gasoline car sales by 2025
  Norway sells more electric vehicles than anywhere in the world, with the goal of ending gasoline car sales by 2025. Redmond Shannon looks at how Canada compares, and the complications of going gas free. For more info, please go to http://www.globalnews.ca Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc […]
• New concerns as COVID-19 hospitalizations hit record high
  In California, with ICU beds at a record low, one hospital turned its parking garage into a makeshift unit. Source: ABC News […]
• America’s Seniors Face Growing Hunger Crisis Amid Pandemic | NBC Nightly News
  Citymeals on Wheels reports that the number of hungry seniors in New York City has doubled to one in five. NBC News’ Cynthia McFadden hears from members of the organization about their work getting meals to those in need. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: […]
• U.S. cyberattack ‘a serious, ongoing problem,” Microsoft cautions
  The U.S. cybersecurity team is still trying to determine exactly who is responsible for a major cyberattack in the U.S., with many signs pointing to the Russian government. Microsoft, which has built the systems for a majority of computers in the U.S., said they too have found malicious software on its systems. […]
• ‘The South Got Something To Say’: Georgia Dems Lean On Hip Hop To Boost Voter Turnout | NBC News NOW
  NBC News’ Priscilla Thompson reports on how Democrats are using Georgia’s Hip Hop scene to help shift the balance of power in the state. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful […]
• Global National: Dec. 25, 2020 | Nashville police believe downtown explosion was “intentional”
  In our top story: All was not calm in Nashville, Tenn. on Christmas morning after an explosion shook the city’s downtown. Three people were taken to hospital, though are said to be in stable condition. As Chris Pollone reports, police believe this blast was no accident. Two new COVID-19 vaccines were recently approved […]
• McConnell Urges Congress To ‘Pass The Things That We Agree On’ For Covid Relief | NBC News NOW
  Sen. Mitch McConnell told reporters he was proposing a new deal to Congress to pass coronavirus relief. He suggests removing two controversial parts, liability protections and extra aid to state and local governments, and "pass the things that we agree on." » Subscribe to NBC News: […]
• Rep. Lieu Claims Trump Turned On His Own Vice President In Hopes To Overturn The Election | NBC News
  Rep. Ted Lieu discussed threats former President Trump against elected officials and "turned on his own vice president" in hopes to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News […]
• Biden will ‘have a robust response’ to cyberattack: Granholm | ABC News
  Biden Energy Secretary nominee Jennifer Granholm is interviewed on "This Week." #ABCNews #ThisWeek #Biden #Cyberattack #EnergySecretaryNominee #JenniferGranholm Source: ABC News […]
• House considers impeaching President Trump for 2nd time
  For the first time in American history, the president of the United States could face impeachment twice. Source: ABC News […]
• Experts: Former CIA agent victim of microwave weapon in Moscow
  CNN’s Kylie Atwood reports on a former CIA officer’s claims about an invisible attack in a Moscow hotel, one experts now claim was likely a microwave weapon. #CNN #News Source: CNN […]
• Vairents and vaccines
  2020 12 variant spread https://www.dw.com/en/new-covid-variant-reaches-germany-from-uk/a-56054140?maca=en-NL-Corona-Compact Denmark, 33 cases Found between November 14 and December 14 in 4 Danish locations Germany, picks up a case from UK at Frankfurt airport First known case in Germany Singapore, one confirmed case […]
• Drone footage shows scale of massive farmer protests in India
  The massive scale of a protest against farm laws in India’s Punjab state could be seen in drone footage on Sunday, Feb. 21. One of the leaders of the protest said approximately 200,000 people had gathered at the rally in Barnala, including 50,000 women. Farmers in India have been protesting for months against new […]
• Russian Special Forces Simulate Raid On Enemy Command Post Behind Enemy Lines
  Footage of a simulated Russian Special Forces raid on a enemy command post behind enemy lines. WarLeaks – Military Blog covers events, news, missions & facts from the United States Armed Forces including the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard and more! Furthermore you will find […]
• WATCH LIVE: Janet Yellen’s Senate confirmation hearing for Secretary of the Treasury
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• Pompeo Visits Annexed Golan Heights, Says, ‘This Is A Part Of Israel’ | NBC News NOW
  "President Trump just recognized the basic fact," said the secretary of state. "Imagine with Assad in control of this place, the risk, the harm to the West and to Israel." » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is […]
• Patrick Warren’s family ‘looking for answers’ in fatal police shooting
  Patrick Warren’s son discusses how his father was shot and killed by police in Texas after a call seeking help for a mental health episode, as the family calls for the officer to be arrested. ABC News Live Prime, Weekdays at 7EST & 9EST WATCH the ABC News Live Stream Here: […]
• Johnson & Johnson vaccine shows high efficacy against severe COVID-19 cases
  Dr. Dan Barouch, a researcher who helped develop the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, breaks down the vaccine’s efficacy and how new variants complicated its development. ABCNL PRIME: ABC News Live Prime, Weekdays at 7EST & 9EST WATCH the ABC News Live Stream Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_Ma8oQLmSM […]
• Threat of violence in state capitals leaves the nation on edge
  The unprecedented show of military force to defend the peaceful transfer of power is not just taking place in Washington, D.C. The FBI says there are threats to all 50 states, where there could be armed protests. In Pennsylvania, some of the 450 National Guard troops deployed will help protect the state Capitol in […]
• Meet The Press Broadcast (Full) – February 7th, 2021 | Meet The Press | NBC News
  Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) talks about the upcoming impeachment trial of former President Trump and negotiations over a Covid relief bill. Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) says Democrats aren’t worried about threats of retribution. Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, talks […]
• Medidas para prevenir el COVID-19
  Para prevenir el COVID-19 debe seguir tomando medidas preventivas como las siguientes: mantener la distancia entre usted y los demás, lavarse las manos con frecuencia, ponerse cubiertas para la cara o mascarillas, evitar tocarse los ojos, la nariz y la boca con las manos sin lavar. Es muy importante quedarse en casa […]
• Coronavirus: The conflicting science of air travel in the pandemic
  How safe would you feel on a plane right now if someone sitting near you weren’t wearing a mask? On Tuesday, Transport Canada revealed dozens of travelers refuse to wear masks on Canadian airlines. Data shows that as of Dec. 8, nine passengers were fined for not wearing masks, and 63 warning letters were issued. Masks […]
• Illinois Gov. Pritzker Holds Coronavirus Briefing | NBC News
  Watch as Illinois Gov. J. B. Pritzker holds a coronavirus briefing on how the state is responding to the Covid-19 pandemic. NBC News NOW is live, reporting breaking news and developing stories in real time. We are on the scene, covering the most important stories of the day and taking deep dives on issues you care […]
• Outgoing Washington Post editor Marty Baron reflects on the state of American Journalism
  This week marks a turning point at one of the nation’s premiere newspapers. Washington Post Executive Editor Marty Baron is stepping down on Sunday after eight years at the Post and more than four decades in the news business. His departure comes during a week when his paper won four George Polk Awards for its […]
• WATCH: Why this winter should be our ‘most outdoorsy’ yet
  The winter months tend to push our social lives inside, but this year, that shift could cause more people to contract the coronavirus from even small gatherings. That’s why Dr. Ranit Mishori of Georgetown University advocates for making this winter our “most outdoorsy” one yet, noting that masks serve the dual purpose […]
• LEWIS PUGH congratulates Young Champion of the Earth Lefteris Arapakis
  UNEP Ocean Advocate, Lewis Pugh, calls Lefteris Arapakis, to congratulate him on being selected as the UNEP Young Champion of the Earth for 2020 for Europe. Lefteris Arapakis, from Greece, founded the start-up Enaleia and the Mediterranean Cleanup. The team trains, empowers and incentivises the local fishing community […]
• Race is on to vaccinate low-income communities
  An interfaith effort is underway in Florida to help vaccinate those most in need. 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 Source: ABC News […]
• Klain: Vaccine Distribution Plan Did Not Exist ‘When We Came Into the White House’ | Meet The Press
  White House Chief of Staff Ron Klain tells Chuck Todd that the federal government will take responsibility of Covid vaccinations and its backlog, during an exclusive interview with Meet the Press.» Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News […]
• Coronavirus: Canadian prime minister draws criticism for pace of vaccine rollout
  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is facing more scrutiny over the country’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout. On Sunday, he appeared on a U.S. political talk show where he once again insisted that millions of Canadians would have the opportunity to be inoculated. On Friday, Health Canada approved the AstraZeneca-Oxford […]
• Full Mullen Interview: ‘National Security Issues Do Not Wait’ For Presidential Transitions
  In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Adm. Michael Mullen (Ret.), former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, explains the significance of an assassination in Iran, and describes the challenges for a successful presidential transition.» Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more […]
• U.S. Army Holiday Calendar: Army-Navy Game
  Day eleven of the Army’s holiday calendar! Let’s get ready for the 121st matchup between the Army and Navy football teams on Dec. 12, 2020, at West Point. #USArmy | #YearInReview | #ArmyNavyGame About U.S. Army: The Army Mission – our purpose – remains constant: To deploy, fight and win our nation’s wars […]
• Will conservative evangelicals stay loyal to Trump? | Anywhere but Washington
  In 2016, white evangelicals made up a quarter of all US voters. And 81% of them voted for Donald Trump. Oliver Laughland and Tom Silverstone head to the pivotal battleground state of North Carolina to see if Trump’s religious base is showing signs of crumbling. They meet extreme evangelical pastors, traveling […]
• The Strategic Power Of Inclusive Companies | How I Built This With Guy Raz | NPR
  How I Built This host Guy Raz talked live with Cheryl Contee, the founder of Do Big Things. Chery’s agency helps companies like Google, Etsy, and the NAACP, with a staff that’s 50% people of color. For more interviews with entrepreneurs and founders, go to npr.org/howibuiltthis Follow How I Built This: • […]
• 2 National Guard servicemen in DC sent home after links to extremist groups | WNT
  At least a dozen National Guardsmen have been removed from the mission of guarding the Capitol for Inauguration Day after concerns about threats from within the ranks. WATCH THE FULL EPISODE OF ‘WORLD NEWS TONIGHT’: https://bit.ly/38WU9WP WATCH OTHER FULL EPISODES OF WORLD NEWS TONIGHT: […]
• U.S.-The Bahamas Air Transport Agreement of January 27, 2020
  AIR TRANSPORT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND THE GOVERNMENT OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS The Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas (hereinafter, “the Parties”); Desiring to promote an international aviation system […]
• Soldier of the Year Discusses Project Inclusion
  Sgt. James Akinola, the 2020 Best Soldier of the Year talks about what #ProjectInclusion means to him. Learn more ➡️ https://www.army.mil/standto/archive/2020/06/29?dmd #USArmy | #ProjectInclusion | #PeopleFirst About U.S. Army: The Army Mission – our purpose – remains constant: To deploy, fight and win our nation’s […]
• President Joe Biden’s inaugural parade to the Oval Office
  President Joseph R. Biden Jr. made his way to the Oval Office to sign his first executive order with his family by his side. FULL COVERAGE: https://abcn.ws/361BpUe 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 […]
• James Lankford delivers remarks on Capitol breach
  “While we disagree on things and disagree strongly at times, we do not encourage what happened today,” Sen. Lankford said. Source: ABC News […]
• Heroes Behind the Masks: Spc. Diego Timoteo
  Thank you to Spc. Diego Timoteo and all of our Brooke Army Medical Center healthcare heroes at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. You have made us proud! 🎥 ➡️ James Camillocci #USArmy | #ArmyMedicine | #PeopleFirst About U.S. Army: The Army Mission – our purpose – remains constant: To deploy, fight and win our […]
• WATCH: Romney says misinformation from Trump makes it difficult to convince voters of the truth
  Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, said it is difficult to convince the Trump supporters who stormed the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6 about the fairness of the election because the president continues to spread misinformation about it. He added that the best way to show these upset voters respect is to tell them the truth. “The […]
• WATCH: Reps. Jordan and McGovern debate fairness of second Trump impeachment
  Democrats are pursuing a quick 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 certifying President-elect Joe Biden’s win, a pro-Trump mob stormed the Capitol, clashed with police, and forced […]
• Keynote address by HMEFCC, Shri Prakash Javadekar at IEA Energy Technology Perspectives 2020.
  Keynote address by HMEFCC, Shri Prakash Javadekar at IEA Energy Technology Perspectives 2020. Source: Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change […]
• More middle-class earners are struggling to get by amid COVID-19 unemployment
  Some families that once saw themselves beyond the reach of poverty now need help feeding their families and avoiding eviction. “Nightline” speaks to some of them and the people who are trying to help. Source: ABC News […]
• Achievement, Anxiety, and Entrepreneurship | How I Built This with Guy Raz | NPR
  Not every entrepreneur is an extrovert… and whether you run a business or not, you may know what it’s like to manage anxiety in your daily life. The latest How I Built Resilience interview features HIBT host Guy Raz and Morra Aarons-Mele, the host of The Anxious Achiever and founder of Women Online. For […]
• Constitution Day-2020 -4
  Constitution Day-2020 -4 Source: Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change […]
• Coronavirus: BC health officials to hold first COVID-19 update of 2021 | LIVE
  B.C. health officials are set to hold their first COVID-19 update of 2021. Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry and Health Minister Adrian Dix will report four days of COVID-19 data on Monday afternoon at 3 p.m. PT. During its last update on New Year’s Eve, the province reported 683 new cases of COVID-19 […]