Americas

USA

Novavax receives $1.6 billion from US government for 100m vaccines

NVX‑CoV2373 is the name of the company's COVID-19 vaccine candidate.

07/07/2020

Brazil

Brazil’s President Jair Bolsonaro says he tested positive for COVID-19

He has said that his history as an athlete would protect him from the virus, and that it would be nothing more than a “little flu” were he to contract it.

07/07/2020

Earth News

Robot sloth hangs from trees to spy on endangered animals

The newly created SlothBot shows what robotics can do to protect the ecosystem and biodiversity.

07/07/2020

USA

White woman charged in US for calling police on black birdwatcher

A white woman who called police on a black man after he asked her to put her dog on a lead in New York's Central Park is facing a criminal charge that is punishable by up to one year in jail.

07/07/2020

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Catholics attend first mass in Rio since virus lockdown

The devoted of the Catholic church welcomed the chance to attend a mass after almost three months praying and listening to ceremonies from home via social media.

05/07/2020

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Toronto art fans attend drive-in for socially distant Van Gogh exhibit

The Toronto show features a similar, digital concept: works by the Dutch painter are projected in high definition on walls and floors.

05/07/2020

USA

Kanye West says he will run for US president

The US rapper tweeted stating what appeared to be his intention to run for United States president in 2020

05/07/2020

USA

Trump vows to 'defend' America's history in July 4th celebrations

The US celebrated Independence Day as coronavirus cases pass 2.8 million.

04/07/2020

USA

US sets global record with 53,000 coronavirus cases in one day

More than 53,000 cases were recorded on Thursday and they are still on the rise in 40 of the country’s 50 states, on the eve of the 4th July weekend.

03/07/2020

USA

‘Virus spreading so fast’: Texans told to wear masks after cases soar

Governor Greg Abbott had previously said the government could not order individuals to wear masks, but changed course because of rising coronavirus hospitalisations.

03/07/2020

USA

Euroviews. Trump’s ICC attack shows his contempt for the rule of law ǀ View

In the face of a blatant attempt at interference by Donald Trump, the ICC should guard its independence and push on with its probes into alleged war crimes committed by the US in Afghanistan and Israeli forces in Palestine.

02/07/2020

USA

British socialite charged with 'facilitating' Epstein's alleged abuse

British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell, the longtime friend of Jeffrey Epstein, has been charged in the US in relation to the sex abuse scandal involving the disgraced financier.

02/07/2020

USA

COVID-19: Trump is 'all for masks' as US cases rise by record 52,000

The US President said wearing a mask made him look like a Lone Ranger. "I have no problem with that, and if people feel good about it, they should do it," he added.

02/07/2020

Mexico

Mexico: 24 shot to death in attack on drug rehab center

Mexico: 24 shot to death in attack on drug rehab center

02/07/2020

USA

California and NYC reverse reopening plans as COVID-19 cases rise

The latest shutdown orders come ahead of what was expected to be a busy Independence Day weekend in the US.

01/07/2020

USA

EU negotiating with remdesivir maker as US buys up world stock

The EU said that "multiple discussions" had been undertaken with the drug's manufacturer, Gilead, which included "production capacity".

01/07/2020

USA

Oscars invite 819 new members including Zendaya, Awkwafina

Diversifying its ranks continues to be a main focus for the film academy, which in 2016 committed to doubling its female and minority membership by 2020.

01/07/2020

USA

Fauci warns US could see 100,000 coronavirus cases a day

The leading infectious disease expert in the US has warned the country could see 100,000 coronavirus cases a day if people don't start following safety guidelines.

30/06/2020

Europe News

Venezuela reverses plan to expel EU ambassador

Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro had ordered the EU envoy to leave after Brussels hit 11 more Venezuelan officials with sanctions for "undermining democracy and the rule of law". But the decision has now been reversed.

30/06/2020

Earth News

Family rescue bear with head trapped inside plastic container

The Wisconsin family never thought their fishing trip would turn into saving a bear's life.

29/06/2020

USA

Rolling Stones threaten to sue Trump over music at reelection rallies

Donald Trump has used music by the Rolling Stones during his campaign rallies, most recently playing their songs in Tulsa.

28/06/2020

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Brazil squatters endure coronavirus crisis

Brazilian squat residents describe the appalling conditions in which they endure the coronavirus crisis.

27/06/2020

USA

COVID-19: Cases hit record high in US as Europe clamps down on parties

The recent surge in US cases has led some states to tighten restrictions again.

27/06/2020

USA

Facebook expands hate speech rules amidst advertiser boycott

Facebook said it would label "newsworthy" content that breaks its rules and expanding their rules on hate speech.

27/06/2020

USA

Unilever joins Facebook boycott over hate speech concerns

Facebook said on Friday it was taking action against hate speech.

26/06/2020

USA

COVID-19 cases in US may be at least 20 million, CDC says

US health officials said the true number of infections could be 10 times higher than what is officially reported.

26/06/2020