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McConnell Blocks Vote on $2,000 Stimulus Checks, Promises to Put Trump Concerns 'Into Focus'

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Tuesday blocked an attempt by House Democrats to increase the amount of the recently passed stimulus checks from $600 to $2,000.
Dr. Anthony Fauci

Dr. Fauci Says New Strains Must Be Taken Seriously

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the country's top infectious and disease expert, said on Sunday that people should take the new strain of COVID-19 very seriously.
Lin Manuel Miranda Reveals His Dark Materials Season 2 Finale

Lin Manuel Miranda Reveals His Dark Materials Season 2 Finale

His Dark Materials has closed its second season with a dramatic little introduction of Philip Pullman's final installment of the fantasy trilogy.
House Moves To Override Trump's Veto of Defense Bill

House Moves To Override Trump's Veto of Defense Bill

The House of Representatives moved to override President Donald Trump's veto of a defense bill, setting the stage for the first-ever veto override in the Trump presidency.
Infamous 'Club Kids' Killer Found Dead on Christmas Day

Infamous 'Club Kids' Killer Found Dead on Christmas Day

The infamous leader of the 1990s "Club Kids," Michael Alig, was found dead in his Manhattan apartment on Christmas Day.
California Supreme Court: Sex Offenders Are Eligible for Early Parole

California Supreme Court: Sex Offenders Are Eligible for Early Parole

The California Supreme Court ruled on Monday that nonviolent sex offenders can be considered for early parole.
House Approves Bill To Increase Next Stimulus Checks To $2,000

House Approves Bill To Increase Next Stimulus Checks To $2,000

Lawmakers from the House of Representatives approved a standalone bill that would increase stimulus checks to $2,000, which President Donald Trump has been demanding.
Jeffrey Epstein’s Last Cellmate Dies From COVID-19

Jeffrey Epstein’s Last Cellmate Dies From COVID-19

Convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's last known cellmate reportedly died from the coronavirus.
Money

$600 Stimulus Checks: Who are Qualified and When Will it Arrive?

Pres. Donald Trump signed the Relief Bill on Sunday that includes $600 direct stimulus checks. Many now questions who qualify and when to receive the aid.
Portland Police Pleading for Public’s Help to End Shooting, Murder Spree

Portland Police Pleading for Public's Help to End Shooting, Murder Spree

Police officials in Portland are seeking the public's help to break the cycle of violence in the Oregon city, where shootings and murders have risen.
Novavax Started Late-Stage Trial of COVID-19 Vaccine in U.S.

Novavax Started Late-Stage Trial of COVID-19 Vaccine in U.S.

Novavax has launched the Phase 3 trial for its COVID-19 vaccine candidate in the United States, according to the drugmaker on Monday.
AstraZeneca

Brazil's Fiocruz to Seek Regulatory Approval for Oxford/AstraZeneca Vaccine

Brazil's Fiocruz biomedical institute will seek regulatory approval for the Oxford University/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine on January 15.
Biden Says He’s Facing Roadblocks in Getting National Security Info

Biden Says He's Facing Roadblocks in Getting National Security Info

President-elect Joe Biden is blaming the outgoing Trump administration for the roadblocks that he and his team are experiencing on his way to the White House.
Dr. Anthony Fauci

Dr. Fauci Admits Experiencing Side Effects After Getting COVID-19 Vaccine

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the country's top infectious disease expert, admitted and said that he experienced side effects after getting Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine.
Beverly Hills Restaurant Caught Planning Secret Party for New Year’s Eve

Beverly Hills Restaurant Caught Planning Secret Party for New Year's Eve

A Beverly Hills restaurant known to be a celebrity hangout was busted for trying to hold a secret party for New Year's Eve that would defy COVID-19 restrictions.
Fact Check: Can Burnt Oranges Aid in Restoring Lost Senses from COVID-19?

Fact Check: Can Burnt Oranges Aid in Restoring Lost Senses from COVID-19?

Lost senses of smell and taste have been heavily reported as clear-cut signs of COVID-19, but how true is it that burnt oranges can help restore them?
Money

What are the Aids Included in the $900 Billion Stimulus Package?

Pres. Donald Trump recently signed a $2.4 trillion spending bill including a $900 billion stimulus package. Aside from stimulus checks and unemployment benefits, there are more aids you can receive.
Dr. Fauci And HHS Sec. Azar Receive COVID-19 Vaccinations During NIH Vaccine Kick-Off Event

Fauci Denies Deliberately 'Distorting' Herd Immunity Estimates, Settles on 75-80%

Dr. Anthony Fauci said on Sunday that he did not deliberately move the goalposts for when the country would reach herd immunity, saying he was only offering "guestimates" before.
Trump Blames McConnell, Republicans for Not Winning His Reelection Term

Trump Blames McConnell, Republicans for Not Fighting for His Reelection Term

U.S. President Donald Trump has pointed the blame to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Republicans for not fighting on his behalf about the outcome of this year's presidential election.
AztraZeneca Shot Will Be Effective Against New Coronavirus Strain, Company Claims

AztraZeneca Shot Will Be Effective Against New Coronavirus Strain, Company Claims

AstraZeneca's shot will be effective against the new variant that has been spreading across UK.