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Coronavirus Vaccine Funded By Bill Gates Begins Human Trials

The experimental vaccine developed by Inovio Pharmaceuticals is backed by billionaire Bill Gates. (Photo: pixabay. com) Following his announcement last month of spending millions of dollars to help eradicate COVID-19, billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates is all over the news again as one of his funded companies launched the human trial of a potential coronavirus vaccine.

California Megachurch Linked to Coronavirus Outbreak

Various churches in California are believed to be the centers of coronavirus outbreak in the county after hosting gatherings.

Change of Plans: Wear Mask Says US Government to Prevent Presymptomatic Transmission of COVID-19

Find out here why the US changed its mind about wearing masks to prevent the spread of the COVID-19.

COVID-19 Home Testing Kit Using Smartphones Awaits Government Approval

Find out here about the COVID-19 home testing method using smartphones. (Photo: Wikimedia) Soon, US citizens may be able to find out if they have contracted the novel coronavirus with a prick of the finger and a mobile phone.

Authorities Presume Robert Kennedy's Granddaughter and Her Son Dead After Tragic Canoeing Accident

Authorities call off the search for Maeve Kennedy Townsend and her son after the pair vanished in the Chesapeake Bay on Thursday.
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COVID-19 Scams: Fake Tests, Insurance Scams, and Extortion Schemes

Criminals are taking advantage of the panic and fear amid the rapid spread of global pandemic COVID-19.
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Magnitude 4.9 Earthquake Hits Southern California

A 4.9 magnitude earthquake hits near Anza, California and has rattled parts of California on Friday night.
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Los Tigres Del Norte Encourages Latinos to Fill out the U.S. Census

Los Tigres Del Norte along with other musicians are encouraging every Latino in the United States to participate in the 2020 U.S. Census.

Pittsburgh Coronavirus Vaccine: Potential Immunity Vaccine Against COVID-19

Find out here about the Pittsburgh Coronavirus Vaccine. (Photo : Wikimedia) A proposed COVID-19 vaccine that scatters proteins into the human body to destroy the deadly novel coronavirus in two weeks will be ready for a human trial in a few months, says an article.
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US Navy Fires Commander Who Raised Alarm About Coronavirus-Stricken Crew On Aircraft Carrier

The US Navy reportedly fired the captain of an aircraft carrier after exercising poor judgment and causing unnecessary panic.

Anthony Fauci Receives Security Detail Following Threats

The White House coronavirus expert recently beefed up his security detail following numerous online threats and personal encounters.
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US COVID-19 Death Toll Hits 5,800, Surpassing 9/11 Terror Attack Deaths

The US coronavirus death toll hit a new high on Thursday, surpassing the death toll from the 9/11 terror attacks.
Backpacker and Spanish language student Lola Daehler, from the U.S., talks with her friend after she decided to stay in Guatemala, where she feels safer to confront the outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), in San Pedro La Laguna, Solola, Guatemala

Beyond Trump’s Wall: The American Backpackers Riding Out COVID-19 in Latin America

Some US backpackers are stuck in Latin America for the time being as they wait for the spreading of COVID-19 to be over.

New Mexico’s Report Card on Social Distancing

Find out about the report card of New Mexico on Social Distancing (Photo : Wikimedia) New Mexico had shared to the public a report card it is using to grade its counties and the state as a whole on its compliance with social distancing guidelines, says an article.
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Los Angeles Officials Urge Residents to Wear Masks Following Drastic Surge in COVID-19 Cases

A local government official urged the residents of Los Angeles to wear face masks after health officials reported a dramatic rise in coronavirus cases on Wednesday

How American Lives are Likely to Change After COVID-19

Initially, the US government toned down the severity of the COVID-19 outbreak. And, earlier on, specifically in January, President Donald Trump said, the situation was completely under control.

Workers From These Companies Have Conducted Strikes Amid COVID-19 Crisis

Find out here about the worker strikes in different businesses in the food industry. The COVID-19 crisis had affected a lot of sectors in the US. Employees of different food businesses are no exception to the harsh effects of the current crisis.

HEROES BEHIND BARS: Inmates Help Local Hospitals and Healthworkers

Florida inmates at the Hernando County Detention Center are to the rescue by helping local hospitals and healthcare workers amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Recent Earthquake Brings Back Scary Memories to the People of Borah

The earthquake was so strong, it conjured highly unpleasant memories from four decades ago. (Photo : Wikimedia) Borah Peak At the Albertsons grocery store in a remote town approximately 100 miles north of Boise on Tuesday evening, an earthquake had occurred, says an article.

Chris Cuomo, News Anchor and Brother of Governor Andrew Cuomo Tested Positive for COVID-19

Cuomo's coworkers recently distributed a memo describing the present health condition of news anchor, and Governor Andrew Cuomo's younger brother, Chris Cuomo, after he was tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday.