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• US COVID-19 hospitalizations reach record highs as Delta variant spreads
  The United States used to be one of the leading countries inoculating citizens when COVID-19 vaccines were first available. But now amid stagnating vaccination rates, the country is once again facing record-high COVID-19 hospitalizations in several states as the highly transmissible Delta variant keeps surging. There […]
• COVID-19: Canada’s Moderna vaccines risk expiring due to hesitancy and preferences
  Canada’s COVID-19 vaccination numbers are starting to plateau, despite having more than enough vaccines to inoculate those remaining. The country has received more than 66 million doses of vaccine, but nearly 20 percent of eligible Canadians have yet to take a single dose. Now, pharmacists in Ontario are warning […]
• Cuba ambassador on protests: ‘There wasn’t any shut down of internet”
  ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Cuba’s ambassador to the UN Yuri Gala on last month’s protests in Cuba amid economic hardships, and the Cuban government’s crackdown. Source: ABC News […]
• Actor Matthew Rhys: ‘An incredibly difficult job drinking wine from 8 am to 6 pm’
  ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Emmy award-winning actor Matthew Rhys on his latest project, "The Wine Show," as he explores the world of wine in New York City and beyond. Source: ABC News […]
• Extreme heat driven by climate change hits Olympics
  ABC News’ Kenneth Moton reports on the latest Olympic challenge as athletes and organizers grapple with extreme heat and the possibility that this may be the new reality for future Olympics. Source: ABC News […]
• Miami Beach mayor: Florida governor taking ‘entirely wrong approach’ on COVID
  ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Miami Beach Mayor Dan Gelber on Florida’s spike in COVID-19 cases, as he says Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has mishandled the latest surge. Source: ABC News […]
• Medical expert on healthy nutrition: ‘Protect the liver and feed the gut’
  ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with childhood obesity and diabetes specialist Dr. Robert Lustig about his new book "Metabolical: The Lure and Lies of Processed Food, Nutrition, and Modern Medicine." Source: ABC News […]
• Violence escalates in Afghanistan as Taliban advances | WNT
  The Biden administration said Monday that it will expand the number of U.S. allies in Afghanistan who can apply to come to America as Taliban militants advance on three major cities. The Biden administration said Monday that it will expand the number of U.S. allies in Afghanistan who can apply to come to America as […]
• Canada’s travel agencies plead for aid after suffering through the COVID-19 pandemic
  As more Canadians get vaccinated and more COVID-19 restrictions ease, travel is making a big comeback in this country and around the world. But for many of Canada’s travel agencies, the rebound is coming too late after suffering many financial setbacks during the pandemic. More than 800 storefront agencies are […]
• Global National: August 2, 2021 | Vaccine hesitant Canadians letting thousands of doses go to waste
  Canada’s COVID-19 vaccination numbers are starting to plateau, despite having enough vaccines to inoculate all eligible Canadians. But thousands of Moderna vaccine doses are about to expire and could end up being wasted. Seán O’Shea explains why some people are refusing to get this shot. In the United […]
• PBS NewsHour West live episode, Aug. 2, 2021
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• PBS NewsHour full episode, Aug. 2, 2021
  Monday on the NewsHour, we examine the massive infrastructure legislation deal reached by a bipartisan group of senators . Then, Florida records its highest number of COVID cases since the pandemic began, straining hospitals and prompting more urgent calls for masking and vaccines. And, the historic drought sweeping […]
• Analyzing wins, losses and what’s to come for American athletes in Tokyo
  Americans athletes at the Tokyo Olympics have had great wins so far: Jade Carey’s gold medal in the gymnastics floor exercise, many medals for swimmers Caleb Dressel and Katie Ledecky. Simone Biles is expected to compete in Tuesday’s balance beam finals. The losses include the women’s soccer team […]
• Severe drought reignites decades-old conflict between Oregon ranchers, Indigenous peoples
  Vast stretches of the Western U.S. are suffering under scorching temperatures, rampant wildfires and a years-long drought that’s depleting lakes and reservoirs. The water scarcity is tearing apart one southern Oregon community where farmers, native tribes and endangered species are all struggling to survive this […]
• Sen. Lindsey Graham tests positive for Covid-19
  Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) announced that he tested positive for Covid-19 despite being vaccinated. CNN’s Manu Raju reports. #CNN #News Source: CNN […]
• NBC Nightly News Broadcast (Full) – August 2nd, 2021
  U.S. sees 100,000 new Covid cases in a single day, more companies adding vaccine or testing requirements, and new warnings for unvaccinated pregnant women. 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 01:50 Covid Surge 05:52 Return To Office Delay […]
• Airline passengers frustrated by cancellations and re-bookings
  Amid an uptick in summer travel, many airline customers are finding that their flights have been canceled or re-booked, and they’re facing hours-long wait times to talk to a representative on the phone. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News […]
• Team USA Sprinter Noah Lyles’ Journey To Tokyo
  Sprinter Noah Lyles has had Olympic dreams since he was 12 years old watching the Opening Ceremony with his brother. Growing up, he struggled with asthma and dyslexia, which led to bullying. Lyles speaks with Lester Holt about overcoming adversity to get to where he is and how the racial reckoning of 2020 affected […]
• NBC News NOW Full Broadcast – August 2, 2021
  U.S. passes 35 million Covid cases, Senator Lindsey Graham tests positive for Covid-19, thousands of tourists flee wildfires in Turkey.  » 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 news brands […]
• New Warnings For Unvaccinated Pregnant Women
  NBC News’ Kristen Dahlgren reports on experts’ new warnings for pregnant women as high numbers of unvaccinated pregnant women are being hospitalized due to Covid.  » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative […]
• U.S. State Department Accuses Taliban Of Massacring Civilians
  The U.S. Department of State is accusing the Taliban of massacring civilians in Afghanistan that can amount to war crimes. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is also opening a new visa program for Afghans who have worked for U.S. companies, contractors and human rights groups. » Subscribe to NBC News: […]
• More Companies Adding Covid Vaccine Or Testing Requirements
  A growing number of companies are requiring employees to get the Covid-19 vaccine or undergo regular testing. Experts say businesses’ policies could help sway unvaccinated Americans to get the shot. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News […]
• What’s In The $1 Trillion Senate Infrastructure Bill
  The bipartisan bill includes funding for fixing roads and bridges, for passenger rail, and for airports, among other provisions. NBC News’ Garrett Haake reports that it still faces many hurdles. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital […]
• U.S. Sees 100,000 New Covid Cases In Single Day
  The U.S. has surpassed last summer’s average for new cases as the delta variant fills ICUs. This comes as the White House confirmed 70 percent of adults are at least partially vaccinated.  » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a […]
• US faces COVID-19 summer surge due to delta variant
  Nearly 80% of U.S. counties report “high” or “substantial” transmission of COVID-19 and Louisiana has the highest case rate with more than 600 new cases per 100,000 residents. WATCH THE FULL EPISODE OF ‘WORLD NEWS TONIGHT’: https://bit.ly/3uHCDO5 WATCH OTHER FULL EPISODES OF WORLD NEWS TONIGHT: […]
• “It means the world”: Families, friends reunite as UK eases COVID-19 travel rules
  Families and friends were overjoyed at London’s Heathrow Airport on Monday after a COVID-19 travel rule change meant they could reunite after 18 months of pandemic separation. "Very, very excited. It means the world," said Sue Blake, as she waited to greet her son, daughter-in-law and grandson who had […]
• Firefighters in Turkey battle wildfires as flames race across hills
  Flames were racing across hills in Turkey’s resort town of Marmaris, where firefighters struggled to bring under control wildfires still raging for a sixth day on Monday. On a nearby road, some locals appeared to be evacuating the area, making their way through thick, black smoke. Television images showed huge […]
• Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on infrastructure negotiations, Trump’s fundraising success
  NPR’s Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report join Judy Woodruff to discuss the latest political news, including progress on the infrastructure negotiations in the Senate and former President Donald Trump’s fundraising efforts. Stream your PBS favorites with the PBS app: https://to.pbs.org/2Jb8twG […]
• Afghans fear Taliban retribution as group expands control, executes critics
  The Taliban’s surge is threatening major urban centers across Afghanistan. Meanwhile, the sense of panic is growing as more Afghans were granted permission to resettle in the United States. Special correspondent Jane Ferguson joins John Yang with updates on this fast-evolving situation. Stream your PBS favorites with […]
• ‘No signs of plateauing’ in Florida’s COVID cases as DeSantis refuses to mandate masks
  Over the weekend, Florida reported more than 21,000 cases in a single day — its highest one day total since the start of the pandemic. The CDC says schools should require masks as they reopen. But Florida governor Ron DeSantis said he will block efforts to require masks. Dr. Murtaza Akhter, an emergency physician at […]
• News Wrap: Firefighters contain 80% of Oregon Bootleg Fire; lift evacuations in California
  In our news wrap Monday, firefighters in Oregon finally have the upper hand against the giant Bootleg Fire after they made major progress over the weekend. More than 80% of the fire has been contained. Federal health officials in the U.S. said average daily vaccinations for COVID-19 jumped 70% last week. The president […]
• Infrastructure bill sees momentum but could still face hurdles ahead
  The long-awaited Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act was officially introduced in the Senate Sunday night. The $1.2 trillion bill — over 2,700 pages long — is the product of weeks of negotiations among a bipartisan group of 10 senators and the White House. Lisa Desjardins joins Judy Woodruff to discuss the latest […]
• Why the evictions ban was allowed to expire and what’s next for vulnerable renters
  The U.S. is on the verge of massive housing instability after a federal ban on evictions expired last weekend. Congress failed to extend the ban and President Joe Biden declined to use emergency order. Gene Sperling, the White House coordinator of pandemic recovery funds, said his hands are tied after the Supreme […]
• PBS NewsHour live episode, Aug. 2, 2021
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• WATCH LIVE: President speaks at a virtual fundraising reception for the DNC
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• White House COVID Response Team holds news briefing
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• Comedian Kathy Griffin Shares She Needs Surgery For Lung Cancer
  Comedian Kathy Griffin revealed on social media that she will undergo surgery for lung cancer. Griffin said doctors are optimistic the cancer is only stage one and contained to her left lung.  » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital […]
• NYC Mayor De Blasio: We Strongly Recommend People Wear Masks Indoors
  New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio issued new guidance strongly suggesting but not mandating that masks be worn indoors. Gov. Cuomo encouraged cities around the state to do the same, and follow the CDC’s latest guidelines.  » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: […]
• Sen. Lindsey Graham Tests Covid Positive Despite Being Vaccinated
  Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., tested positive for Covid-19 despite being vaccinated. Graham said he is experiencing flu-like symptoms but knows it could have been worse if he was not vaccinated.  » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital […]
• Watch: Terrifying Moment Bull Charges Audience In Idaho
  Video captured by an audience member shows the moment a bull charged into the stands at ‘That Famous Preston Night Rodeo’ in Preston, Idaho. No one was hurt in the incident. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of […]
• White House Holds Press Briefing: August 2 | NBC News
  Watch as White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki holds a press briefing. » 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 news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News […]
• Live: Biden Delivers Remarks at Virtual DNC Fundraiser | NBC News
  Watch live coverage as President Biden delivers remarks at a virtual fundraiser for the Democratic National Committee. » 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 news brands that deliver […]
• Matt Damon Faces Backlash After Saying He Recently Gave Up Use Of ‘F-Slur’
  Matt Damon revealed in an interview that it was only months ago that he stopped using the ‘f-slur for a homosexual,’ explaining that his daughter warned him that the word is "dangerous" after he said it in a joke. Damon is facing backlash for sharing the anecdote. » Subscribe to NBC News: […]
• Chicago Approves New Civilian Oversight Board For Police Department
  Chicago is introducing a new ordinance to increase oversight over the city’s police department. Supporters of the new policy say the goal is to give a voice to those who have historically been marginalized by the police, but the head of the police union says it will make policing more difficult. » Subscribe to […]
• NYPD Searching For Suspects After 10 People Shot In Queens Gang Attack
  The NYPD are searching for four suspects involved in a gang shooting in Queens, New York, where 10 people were shot. Two gunmen were seen on video before fleeing on scooters driven by two other people. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News […]
• ABC News Prime: Delta rages; Taliban gaining ground; conversation with Matthew Rhys
  #ABCNews #covid19 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 […]
• Student debt holding Americans back from wealth, even high-earning millennials
  A recent study revealed many so-called “HENRYs,” or “high earners not rich yet” feel like they’re living paycheck to paycheck. 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: […]
• Dr. Anthony Fauci warns things will get worse amid delta variant surge
  The U.S. is seeing more than 100,000 new cases a day for the first time since February. 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 […]
• Sen. Lindsey Graham says he has tested positive for COVID-19
  Meanwhile, President Joe Biden faces challenges with shifting scientific consensus on the virus. 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 […]
• New York Gov. Cuomo mandates COVID vaccine or testing for transport workers
  The agencies overseeing New York’s bridges, trains and seaports will require their workers to get the COVID-19 vaccine or get tested weekly starting next month amid rising cases of the Delta variant, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said Monday. Cuomo also told a briefing that he was urging bars, restaurants and […]
• Tokyo Olympics: Sprinter Krystsina Tsimanouskaya seeks asylum in Poland amid standoff with Belarus
  Krystsina Tsimanouskaya, a Belarusian Olympic sprinter, plans to seek asylum in Poland, Belarusian Sport Solidarity Foundation said Monday, after the athlete alleged that her team’s officials tried to force her to fly home, where she feared she wouldn’t be safe from an autocratic government that recently was accused […]
• WATCH LIVE: White House COVID Response Team holds news briefing
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• ABC News Update: Children set to go back to school as delta variant spreads
  Plus, Simone Biles is set to compete on balance beam and an inmate makes history as an incarcerated elected official. #simonebiles #tokyoolympics #children #covid19 #maskmandates #school Source: ABC News […]
• Olympic wins and losses, wildfires and wildlife protectors: World in Photos, Aug. 2
  A look at the top photos from around the globe. Source: ABC News […]
• How to keep children safe as COVID-19 cases rise
  Emily Oster, author of “The Family Firm: A Data-Driven Guide to Better Decision Making in the Early School Years," shares tips on how to make the right decisions for your child’s health. #covid-19 #deltavariant #children #mask #vaccine #school Source: ABC News […]
• What Simone Biles’ return to competition means for Team USA
  Plus, what to know about Raven Saunders’ Olympic protest and what’s next for the U.S. women’s soccer team after losing to Canada. #tokyoolympics #teamusa #simonebiles #gymnastics Source: ABC News […]
• ENS Kathryn Kirkwood and the Surface Warfare Officer Training Pipeline
  Listen as Ensign Kathryn Kirkwood of USS CHAFEE (DDG 90) speaks about how the Basic Division Officer Course (BDOC) and Junior Officer of the Deck (JOOD) course helped her become a confident Surface Warfare Officer and ship handler. Source: U.S. Navy […]
• Force Design 2030
  Still asking what Force Design is? Here is a video for you. Based on a threat-informed, ten-year time horizon, the Marine Corps is designing a force for naval expeditionary warfare in actively contested spaces. Throughout this ten-year initiative, the Marine Corps will make investments in capabilities to include long […]
• Tokyo Olympics: Canada defeats U.S. 1-0 in women’s soccer, to play Sweden in gold medal match
  Team Canada has defeated Team USA in women’s soccer 1-0, with a goal scored by 23-year-old Jessie Fleming on a penalty kick 74 minutes into play. They will play for the gold medal against Sweden. Meanwhile, American gymnast Simone Biles will compete in the balance beam event after having withdrawn from a number […]
• WATCH LIVE: Secretary of State Blinken remarks on expanding Afghans eligible for refugee status
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