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The number of confirmed new coronavirus cases per day in the U.S. hit an all-time high of 40,000 Friday — eclipsing the mark set during one of the deadliest stretches in late April — in a resurgence that has led some governors to backtrack or at least pause the reopening of their states. While the
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Texas governor says state facing ‘massive’ COVID-19 outbreak
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said Wednesday that the state is facing a “massive outbreak” in the coronavirus pandemic and that some new local restrictions may be needed to protect hospital space for new
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Brazil sees record 3,869 COVID-19 deaths, health ministry says - Stabroek News
RIO DE JANEIRO,  (Reuters) – Brazil yesterday reported a daily record of 3,869 new COVID-19 deaths, with 90,638 new coronavirus cases in the prior 24 hours, the health ministry said. The article Brazil sees record 3,869 COVID-19 deaths, health ministry says appeared first on Stabroek News.
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Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson Calls for Milwaukee County to Go Carbon Neutral, Battle Climate Change | The Madison Times
By Hayley Crandall The Committee on Parks, Energy, and Environment has recommended adoption of two climate change combat proposals sponsored by Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson, a press release announced earlier this week. The first resolution focuses on committing Milwaukee County to going carbon
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Zimbabwe doctors, nurses go on strike
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Congress Moves George Floyd Justice in Policing Act Measure Forward
The House Judiciary Committee has introduced the George Floyd Justice In Policing Act, the first-ever bold, comprehensive approach to hold police accountable, end racial profiling, change the law enforcement culture, empower communities, and build trust between law enforcement and minority
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Commentary: Cal Policymakers Should Plug More Into Power of Our State’s Tech Firms - Voice and Viewpoint
Hon. Cheryl Brown | Publisher Emerita, Black Voice News Uncertainty has defined life in California this past year. Together, we have struggled through a deadly pandemic, a record-setting wildfire season, and substantial social unrest. But with this new year and new leadership in the legislature
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US sees 1,260 coronavirus deaths in a day
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New anti-riot law has local activists on edge – Daytona Times
BY ANDREAS BUTLER DAYTONA TIMES On Monday, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law that makes it illegal for protesters to riot, loot, burn or destroy buildings and property during or following a protest. DeSantis called it, “The strongest anti-rioting, pro-law enforcement bills in the
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Indonesian leader in ‘Trump-like’ fight with governors | Afro
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Nigeria: Forensic Audit - National Assembly Padded 2019 NDDC Budget With Over 500 Fake Projects - Acting MD
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Scott, Robert “Bobby” (1947- )
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Uganda: How Government Deals With Unspent Budget Money
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Democrats Worry Biden Is Underperforming In Support from Black Men Who Want to Know ‘What About Us?’
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