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Has the coronavirus mutated in any significant way?
Published On: August 20, 2020 11:45 AM NPT By: Associated Press
It doesn’t seem to have changed in a way that makes people less or more sick. There’s some evidence that a specific mutation called D614G may have made it easier for the virus to be transmitted between people. But not all scientists are convinced, and it’s hard to say how strong any such effect might be.
Harris makes history in accepting VP nomination
Published On: August 20, 2020 10:25 AM NPT By: Associated Press
WASHINGTON, Aug 20: Kamala Harris has made history night as the first Black woman to accept a spot on a major party’s presidential ticket.
UN crisis looms as US readies demand for Iran sanctions
Published On: August 19, 2020 04:45 PM NPT By: Associated Press
UNITED NATIONS, Aug 19: After a resounding defeat in the U.N. Security Council, the United States is poised to call for the United Nations to reimpose sanctions on Iran under a rarely used diplomatic maneuver — a move that is likely to further isolate the Trump administration and may set off a credibility crisis for the United Nations.
‘Chariots of Fire’ star Ben Cross dies after short illness
Published On: August 19, 2020 01:21 PM NPT By: Associated Press
Ben Cross, an actor who starred in the Academy Award-winning film “Chariots of Fire” and “Star Trek,” has died. He was 72.
Britney Spears asks court to curb father’s power over her
Published On: August 19, 2020 01:18 PM NPT By: Associated Press
Britney Spears on Tuesday asked a court to keep her father from reasserting the broad control over her life and career that he has had for most of the past 12 years.
Millions of women lose contraceptives, abortions in COVID-19
Published On: August 19, 2020 12:11 PM NPT By: Associated Press
NEW DELHI, Aug 19: Millions of women and girls globally have lost access to contraceptives and abortion services because of the coronavirus pandemic. Now the first widespread measure of the toll says India with its abrupt, months-long lockdown has been hit especially hard.
Mali’s president announces resignation after armed mutiny
Published On: August 19, 2020 09:30 AM NPT By: Associated Press
BAMAKO, Mali, Aug 19: Mali’s president announced his resignation late Tuesday, just hours after armed soldiers seized him from his home in a dramatic power grab following months of anti-government protests demanding his ouster.
Kanye West qualifies as presidential candidate in Utah
Published On: August 18, 2020 12:43 PM NPT By: Associated Press
Rapper Kanye West has qualified to appear on Utah’s ballot this November as an unaffiliated presidential candidate, an elections official said Monday.
In ‘The 24th,’ police brutality and unrest, 103 years ago
Published On: August 18, 2020 12:38 PM NPT By: Associated Press
The sole photograph related to the Houston Riot of 1917 shows 64 Black soldiers sitting with arms folded and legs crossed behind a rope.
South Korea pastor tests positive amid virus spike at church
Published On: August 17, 2020 03:06 PM NPT By: Associated Press
SEOUL, South Korea, Aug 17: A conservative South Korean pastor who has been a bitter critic of the country’s president has tested positive for the coronavirus, health authorities said Monday, two days after he participated in an anti-government protest in Seoul that drew thousands.
Elizabeth Debicki to play Princess Diana on ‘The Crown’
Published On: August 17, 2020 12:02 PM NPT By: Associated Press
“The Crown” has found its Princess Diana. Elizabeth Debicki will play the Princess of Wales in seasons five and six of “The Crown,” the Netflix series announced Sunday.
“The Secret” author Rhonda Byrne has new release in November
Published On: August 16, 2020 03:25 PM NPT By: Associated Press
The author of the million-selling self-help book “The Secret” is aiming even higher with her next work. Rhonda Byrne’s “The Greatest Secret” is coming out Nov. 24.
Dev Patel celebrates India from his Los Angeles front yard
Published On: August 16, 2020 03:20 PM NPT By: Associated Press
Quarantine brought opportunities to Dev Patel’s front yard. From a safe distance, the British actor was able to enjoy both his birthday and his relationship with India without leaving his L.A. home.
‘Succession’ star Nicholas Braun writes a virus dating song
Published On: August 16, 2020 03:17 PM NPT By: Associated Press
Actor Nicholas Braun, who plays fan favorite Cousin Greg on HBO’s “Succession,” has captured the fraught nature of dating during the pandemic in a catchy new punk song that started as a joke.
India hits 2.5 Million COVID-19 cases
Published On: August 15, 2020 12:00 PM NPT By: Associated Press
DELHI, Aug 15: India’s confirmed coronavirus cases have crossed 2.5 million with another biggest single-day spike of 65,002 in the past 24 hours.
South Asia counts losses from devastating monsoon floods
Published On: August 14, 2020 04:52 PM NPT By: Associated Press
DHAKA, Bangladesh, Aug 14: When the Dharala River burst its banks in early July, Kamal Hossain left his home with five members of his family to take shelter in a school in northern Bangladesh, carrying their most prized belongings: cattle, a few sacks of rice and clothes.
Iran, Turkey lash out at UAE over agreement with Israel
Published On: August 14, 2020 03:40 PM NPT By: Associated Press
JERUSALEM, Aug 14: Iran and Turkey lashed out at their regional rival the United Arab Emirates on Friday over its decision to normalize diplomatic relations with Israel in a U.S.-brokered deal, accusing it of betraying the Palestinian cause.
Spicoli to the rescue with ‘Fast Times’ virtual benefit
Published On: August 14, 2020 10:33 AM NPT By: Associated Press
Spicoli is making a virtual return to Ridgemont High to raise money for a pair of non-profit groups. Sean Penn, a cast member in 1982′s “Fast Times at Ridgmont High,” will be joined by Julia Roberts, Jennifer Aniston and other stars in a socially distanced reading of the film’s script.
Lady Gaga to perform at 2020 MTV Video Music Awards
Published On: August 14, 2020 10:29 AM NPT By: Associated Press
Lady Gaga is ready to just dance at the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards. MTV announced Thursday that Gaga, who is tied as the most-nominated act alongside Ariana Grande, will perform at the Aug. 30 event. Other performers include The Weeknd, BTS, J Balvin, Doja Cat, Maluma, Roddy Ricch and CNCO.
75 years later, 1 million Japanese war dead still missing
Published On: August 13, 2020 03:22 PM NPT By: Associated Press
TOKYO, Aug 13: Seventy-five years after the end of World War II, more than 1 million Japanese war dead are scattered throughout Asia, where the legacy of Japanese aggression still hampers recovery efforts.
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