Americas

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Coronavirus updates: The latest news on the outbreak and the global response

There are now 18 countries that have confirmed cases of coronavirus. More than 6,000 people have been diagnosed with the virus and 132 have died.

29/01/2020

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As coronavirus spreads, researchers race to develop a vaccine

Researchers are hoping to produce a vaccine ready for clinical trials in mere months, significantly trimming down a process that can take up to a decade.

29/01/2020

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High school kids get ready to caucus as Iowa looks to the youth vote

Engaged or apathetic? All eyes are on tens of thousands of young people in the state as the nomination process nears kickoff.

29/01/2020

USA

Trump impeachment trial live coverage: Senators begin questions

Senators will have a total of 16 hours over two days to probe House impeachment managers as well as the White House defense team.

29/01/2020

USA

Nine events that have defined the 2020 Democratic race

First Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.

29/01/2020

USA

Trump rages at Bolton, says former adviser would have caused 'World War Six'

The president's latest attack on his ex-national security adviser comes as the Senate is weighing calling him as a witness.

29/01/2020

USA

Euroviews. Bolton's bombshell throws a wrench in Trump's impeachment defense strategy ǀ View

Trump still appears to have the votes for an acquittal in the Senate. But sometimes a prevent defense ends up being an ill-fated strategy.

29/01/2020

USA

Airlines stop China flights as businesses hit by coronavirus outbreak

British Airways said on Wednesday it would no longer fly to or from China, joining others who have either reduced flights or stopped routes entirely.

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USA

Syrian troops capture key town in rebel-held Idlib province

Syrian government forces have been on the offensive for more than a month in northwestern Idlib province, the last rebel stronghold in the country

29/01/2020

USA

Trump impeachment trial: What to expect from the Q&A phase

Senators will have 16 hours to grill lawyers from the White House and the House managers before deciding whether to hear from witnesses.

29/01/2020

USA

Dutch Trump superfan who claimed he surveilled Ambassador Yovanovitch told people he was DEA

Interviews with a half-dozen people who know Anthony de Caluwe and documents obtained by NBC News show that the Trump superfan has a shadowy past.

29/01/2020

USA

Connecticut investigates HUD-funded landlord who rented infested homes to poor families

Connecticut's attorney general said his investigation was prompted by the federal government's failure to swiftly protect tenants.

29/01/2020

USA

Trump accuses Democrats of 'deranged partisan crusades' as impeachment trial heats up

As the impeachment trial picks up speed in Washington, Trump attacked Democrats at a campaign rally and urged supporters to flip the House in November.

29/01/2020

USA

Bloomberg dogged by awkward canine encounter

"Hmm shake my paw, not my teeth," the Twitter account for Elizabeth Warren's dog tweeted at the former New York City mayor.

28/01/2020

USA

Two satellites will narrowly avoid colliding at 32,800 mph

If the two satellites were to collide, the debris could endanger spacecraft around the planet.

28/01/2020

Cuba

Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes between Cuba and Jamaica

A powerful 7.7 earthquake struck south of Cuba and Jamaica, the US Geological Survey said.

28/01/2020

USA

Does China's Huawei really pose a threat to national security?

The Trump admin argues China's Huawei should be banned from building 5g networks. But some U.S. allies, and even some U.S. intel officials, don't agree.

28/01/2020

USA

Trump Middle East peace plan expands Israeli territory, offers path to Palestinian statehood

Elements of the plan, which the president announced at a White House event with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, have already been publicly criticized by Palestinians.

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USA

GOP senators to meet to discuss calling witnesses in Trump trial

The lawmakers are also expected to discuss the issue of the president potentially using executive privilege to block testimony.

28/01/2020

USA

Watch: Trump and Netanyahu unveil Middle East peace plan

It was swiftly rejected by Mahmoud Abbas.

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USA

Euroviews. Kobe Bryant was an inspiration to many — but not all. We can't ignore why ǀ View

Ignoring Bryant's sexual assault allegation doesn't just do a disservice to victims — it arguably eradicates the pivotal event of the star's life and career.

28/01/2020

USA

Trump impeachment trial live coverage: The president's defense begins day 3

Trump's defense team will wrap up its arguments Tuesday.

28/01/2020

USA

For the GOP on impeachment, it's Trump's way or the highway

First Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.

28/01/2020

USA

'Thank you for everything': Trump's looming Mideast peace plan likely a gift to Netanyahu

Analysis: The Israeli prime minister is expected to have good reason to be grateful for the so-called "deal of the century" set to be unveiled Tuesday.

28/01/2020

USA

The first vote of 2020 ends Tuesday, in Texas

Voters in a state house district in the Houston suburbs are set to deliver the first electoral decision of the year — and both parties are watching closely.

28/01/2020

USA

Despite U.S. warnings, U.K. chooses Chinese telecoms giant to build parts of 5G network

The decision comes after three senators warned the U.K. against any involvement with the company, which has been accused of posing a security risk.

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