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China virus death toll rises to 41, more than 1,300 infected worldwide
Reuters - 25 Jan 2020 04:23
China said 41 people have now died from a new coronavirus that has infected more than 1,300 people globally, as health authorities around the world scramble to prevent a global pandemic.
Trump calls himself 'defender' of life at anti-abortion rally
New York Post - 25 Jan 2020 05:00
President Trump on Friday called it a "profound honor" to be the first commander in chief to attend the annual anti-abortion March for Life in Washington, DC. He used his speech to attack Democrats as embracing "radical ...
As demand for 5G grows, companies struggle to keep up with the logistics
CBSNews - 25 Jan 2020 16:45
Cellphone companies are racing to bring us 5G -- the next generation of cell-phone service that promises super-fast data speeds. But as service spreads out, thousands of people will need to head up to install new gear at...
One NYC mom is on a mission to inspire other mothers to read again
CBSNews - 25 Jan 2020 16:39
Along with all the other responsibilities of parenthood, moms often look to inspire their kids to start reading books. But one woman realized that busy mothers themselves could use some encouragement to pick up and read ...
Doctor at hospital in China's Hubei province dies from coronavirus: state media
Reuters - 25 Jan 2020 04:23
A doctor at a hospital in China's Hubei province, the center of the coronavirus outbreak, has died from the virus, China Global Television Network reported in a tweet.
Iraqi security forces raid protest camps after Sadr supporters withdraw
Reuters - 25 Jan 2020 15:53
Iraqi security forces raided Baghdad's main protest site at Tahrir Square on Saturday and tried to clear protesters in southern cities, firing tear gas and bullets that wounded more than 30 people, Reuters reporters and ...
Thai airport says still limiting virus scans as seventh patient reported
Reuters - 25 Jan 2020 15:38
Thailand's busiest airport said on Saturday it was awaiting more information from Chinese authorities before deciding whether to expand screening of passengers arriving from China to try to detect the new coronavirus.
Tensions high in Baghdad as police fire tear gas, live bullets
Al Jazeera English - 25 Jan 2020 15:12
Iraqi protesters say they will remain in Tahrir Square as security forces reopen roads previously shut by demonstrators.
Malaysia confirms first cases of coronavirus infection
Reuters - 25 Jan 2020 06:16
Malaysia on Saturday said it had confirmed three cases of coronavirus infection, the first in the Southeast Asian country.
Two women cheated man out of $4M in lottery winnings, suit claims
New York Post - 25 Jan 2020 05:42
NEW BEDFORD, Mass. -- A Massachusetts man says two women cheated him out of $4 million in lottery winnings by taking advantage of his inability to read or speak English. Joao Luis DaPonte filed a lawsuit this month again...
Emotional Schiff Speech Goes Viral, Delighting the Left and Enraging the Right
The New York Times - 25 Jan 2020 04:52
Representative Adam B. Schiff took a risk in telling senators they must convict and remove President Trump because "you know you can't trust this president to do what's right for this country."
Donald Trump Vows To Save Social Security -- From Himself
The Huffington Post - 25 Jan 2020 04:49
A day after he said he's considering cutting Social Security benefits, Trump now insists it's the Democrats who want to "destroy" the program.
Trump increases tariffs on derivative steel, aluminum products from some countries
Reuters - 25 Jan 2020 04:36
U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday signed a proclamation increasing tariffs on derivative steel products by an additional 25 percent and boosting duties on derivative aluminum products by an additional 10 percent.
Mike Pompeo accuses NPR reporter of lying but doesn't deny berating her
ABC News - 25 Jan 2020 22:01
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo attacked a National Public Radio reporter in a blistering statement after the network said he berated her using expletives.
Controversy over Germany's 'anti-Jewish' artwork
Al Jazeera English - 25 Jan 2020 16:38
As world set to commemorate International Holocaust Day, presence of Germany's historic sculptures fuels concerns at rising anti-Semitism.
Trump impeachment trial day six: All the latest updates
Al Jazeera English - 25 Jan 2020 16:38
Trump's defence team begins its opening arguments on Saturday following three days of presentations by House Democrats.
Storm system brings snow from Midwest to Great Lakes
ABC News - 25 Jan 2020 16:32
A storm system is bringing snow this morning to parts of the Midwest and Great Lakes, as well as very heavy rain to much of the mid-Atlantic and Northeast.
Trump lawyers attack Schiff, Dems for allegedly hiding evidence
New York Post - 25 Jan 2020 22:19
"They have the burden of proof and they have not come close to meeting it," White House Counsel Pat Cipollone said as he began their two-hour presentation on the sixth day of Trump's impeachment trial.
Fire destroys as many as 85,000 artifacts in Chinatown museum
CBSNews - 25 Jan 2020 16:11
The Thursday night blaze damaged or destroyed priceless objects just as the city was readying celebrations for Lunar New Year.
Pete Stark, congressman who reshaped health care, has died
ABC News - 25 Jan 2020 21:38
Former California Rep. Fortney “Pete” Stark, Jr., an influential Democrat whose legislative work helped reshape America's health care system, has died
Florida police use kayaks to rescue man trapped under a bridge
USA Today - 25 Jan 2020 16:59Hong Kong declares emergency over coronavirus and closes schools
CBSNews - 25 Jan 2020 16:04
The coronavirus outbreak started in central China and has left 41 people dead.