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Corruption review finds 'red flags' in more than 130 Covid contracts: An anti-corruption charity finds significant concerns in £15.3bn worth of contracts awarded ...
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£15bn Covid contracts raise 'profound' corruption concerns, campaigners say: Analysis, conducted by Transparency International UK, questioned the nature of 135 ...
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Corruption 'red flags' on £15bn Covid contracts as inquiry returns: Transparency International UK has highlighted concerns about pandemic-era contracts in new ...
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£15bn Covid contracts raise ‘profound’ corruption concerns, campaigners say: Analysis, conducted by Transparency International UK, questioned the nature of 135 ...
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The poorest countries in the world are in a historic debt crisis: According to a report by the World Bank, the poorest countries in the world are worse off ...
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New coronavirus vaccine Comirnaty KP.2 arrives in Austria: The first delivery of around 190,000 doses of the new coronavirus vaccine Comirnaty KP ...
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Chilean authorities expect to recoup more than $1.5B after ICIJ investigations, government data reveals - ICIJ
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Fashion designer Lena Hoschek is insolvent: The pandemic and ongoing delivery difficulties have caused problems for the company. Hoschek wants to continue ...
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Kremlin confirms Trump sent Russia Covid-19 tests, after former president denied Bob Woodward claim
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Quick Glance: Trump Sent Covid Tests to Russia, Kremlin Confirms
- Russia confirmed that Donald Trump sent Covid-19 test samples to the Kremlin during the early pandemic days.
- Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov supported journalist Bob Woodward’s claim, while Trump labeled it false.
- Peskov noted that many countries exchanged aid shipments at the pandemic's onset, including the U.S. sending test kits to Russia.
- These allegations raise further questions about Trump's relationship with Putin as the U.S. elections approach.
COVID’s Risk to Heart May Rival That of Heart Disease: Having severe COVID-19 could mean a higher risk of heart attack and stroke for up to three years after ...
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Quick Glance: Long-term Heart Risks Linked to Covid-19 Revealed
- A new study indicates that Covid-19 increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes for up to three years post-infection.
- The research utilized medical records from around 250,000 individuals in the UK Biobank, identifying over 11,000 Covid-19 patients.
- Hospitalized patients exhibited more than three times the risk of cardiovascular events compared to those without a Covid-19 history.
- The study suggests that preventive measures, such as taking low-dose aspirin, may mitigate risks for those recovering from Covid-19.
Covid XEC: What are the symptoms of new virus strain?: Everything you need to know about the Covid XEC strain
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Quick Glance: NHS Alerts Public to Critical Covid Symptoms
- The NHS has advised calling 999 or visiting A&E if severe symptoms occur after a COVID-19 infection.
- The emerging XEC variant is spreading internationally and accounts for about 10 percent of Covid cases in the UK.
- Immediate medical attention is recommended for severe illness, sudden chest pain, or worsening breathlessness.
- Booster vaccinations will be available until December 20 for the most vulnerable populations, including the elderly and those with health conditions.
International Consortium of Investigative Journalists - ICIJ: The ICIJ is a global network of more than 290 investigative journalists in 105 countries who ...
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Metformin: An Unexpected Ally Against Long COVID?: Adults with type 2 diabetes using metformin had a slightly lower risk of dying or developing long COVID within ...
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OCCRP Oct 09
Hungary: Millions Stolen from Welfare Programs
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ED Syphilis Screening Boosts Surveillance, Diagnoses: The program modeled on HIV screening uses opt-out screening to simplify testing and avoid bias.
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“The thing I’m most proud of is that we have created a very trustworthy organisation”: Gerard Ryle, Director of the International Consortium of Investigative ...
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Fact check: Is Hungary ‘the most corrupt’ European country?: The results vary depending on the metric being used and whether you’re looking at the European Union ...
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BBC Oct 13
Lincolnshire sees record start for autumn Covid booster campaign: More than 40,000 people had Covid-19 or flu vaccinations since the campaign began on 3 October.
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COVID’s Risk to Heart May Rival That of Heart Disease: Having severe COVID-19 could mean a higher risk of heart attack and stroke for up to three years after ...
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BBC Oct 13
Covid-19 vaccine: Omagh man wants help after 'life ruined' by jab: Larry Lowe used to have an active life but said everyday tasks were now beyond him.
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Coronavirus: Covid infection can permanently change the brain: Scans show changes in the brain stem of Covid patients even after six months ...
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Quick Glance: Covid Hospitalizations Rise Due to New XEC Variant
- The UK Health Security Agency reports an increase in Covid-19 cases, particularly from the new XEC strain.
- Hospitalization rates have risen to 4.55 per 100,000, with the highest rates among those aged 85 and older.
- Dr. Jamie Lopez Bernal urges vaccinations for Covid-19, flu, and RSV to prepare for winter.
- The NHS advises individuals with symptoms to isolate to reduce virus transmission.
bbcafrica.com Oct 08
Rigathi Gachagua - Kenyan MPs vote to impeach deputy president: Rigathi Gachagua, 59, denies accusations of corruption and practising ethnically divisive ...
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Quick Glance: Women Representatives Call for Gachagua's Impeachment
- Twenty Women Representatives allied to President William Ruto have rejected Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's plea for forgiveness and plan to vote for his impeachment.
- National Assembly Deputy Speaker Gladys Boss Shollei stated that Gachagua’s time in government is over and that impeachment is necessary to eliminate tribalism.
- Representative Beatrice Kemei noted that after Gachagua's impeachment, the 291 MPs who signed the motion would urge the President to select the next Deputy President from the Mt Kenya region.
- Women Representatives accused Gachagua of fostering corruption and tribalism, emphasizing that his removal is essential for peace and stability in the government.
Nobel Laureates Help Solve the Inequality Puzzle - Project Syndicate: While even the world’s poorest economies have become richer in recent decades ...
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Ampel cancels Corona review: Who would have thought?: Back in September, Lauterbach said: Anyone who doesn't review the situation looks like they have ...
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Quick Glance: Political Review of Pandemic Declined by Coalition
- The coalition has decided that a political review of the pandemic will not occur until 2026.
- Karl Lauterbach, who had previously called for a review, was overruled by his colleagues, which is seen as a protective measure.
- The SPD attributes the decision to the FDP's refusal to accept a citizens' council, making the review seem too risky for the SPD.
- The absence of a sincere review undermines trust in the government and may have detrimental effects for future pandemics.
Brainstem damage could explain long COVID symptoms, precision MRI shows: A study looking at ultra-detailed MRI scans of people hospitalized with severe COVID-19 ...
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COVID Greatly Increases Diabetes Risk in Kids and Teens: As the nation searches for ways to reduce the number of young people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes ...
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Kremlin refutes Trump denial on sending Putin COVID testing equipment: The Trump campaign had pushed back on the revelation from Bob Woodward's new book ...
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BBC Oct 12
Dentistry in Wales not an example to England, representative claims: The idea that Welsh dentistry is an example to England is "laughable", says sector ...
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Early COVID-19 Infections Linked to Higher Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke, Study Finds
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Chilean authorities expect to recoup more than $1.5B after ICIJ investigations, government data reveals - ICIJ
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CBR Oct 13
'You Just Can't Win': Joker 2 Director Explains Arthur Fleck's Surprising Choice: Joker: Folie à Deux's story turned when Arthur Fleck made a surprising choice.
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Poorest countries in worst financial shape since 2006, World Bank says: Low-income countries still poorer than they were before the COVID-19 pandemic ...
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BBC Oct 12
UK Covid Inquiry to be in Coventry to hear city people's stories: A team will be visiting Coventry on Monday to hear about city residents' experiences of the ...
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Corona: Drosten would probably "not communicate at all" if there was a new pandemic
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Discrimination against Jewish passengers? Lufthansa must pay: Lufthansa denied boarding to Jewish passengers in 2022 due to alleged misconduct ...
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Harris attacks Trump for allegedly giving Putin Covid tests 'when Black people were dying every day by the hundreds'
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Why Getting a COVID Shot During Pregnancy Is Important: Nearly 90% of babies who had to be hospitalized with COVID-19 had mothers who didn't get the vaccine ...
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BBC Oct 13
Houseplants boom helps business grow after long Covid ordeal: Ruth was a British champion canoeist and wanted to be a nurse, but the pandemic changed everything ...
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Russian opposition leader Navalny knew he would die in prison, memoir shows: The Russian opposition leader's memoir revealed he believed he'd die in prison.
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Quick Glance: Navalny's Legacy: A Fight Against Dictatorship
- Excerpts from Alexei Navalny's memoir reveal he believed he would die in prison.
- Navalny, who died in February while serving a 19-year sentence, was President Putin's fiercest opponent, campaigning against corruption in Russia.
- His memoir outlines coping strategies during imprisonment while expressing a resolute commitment to combat authoritarianism.
- His widow Yulia emphasizes that the book not only reflects Alexei's life but also his dedication to the fight against dictatorship.
Novavax gets EU authorization for updated COVID vaccine targeting JN.1 strain: The European Commission authorized Novavax's updated COVID-19 vaccine targeting ...
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Quick Glance: EU Authorizes Novavax's Updated COVID Vaccine for JN.1
- The European Commission has authorized Novavax's updated COVID-19 vaccine targeting the JN.1 strain.
- The authorization is applicable for individuals aged 12 and older.
- Novavax's traditional protein-based vaccine offers an alternative to mRNA-based vaccines.
- The updated vaccine demonstrates strong cross-reactivity against JN.1 variants, including the KP.2.3 and KP.3 subvariants.
Trump dodges questions about his friendship with Putin, says 'I don't comment on that'—what is he hiding?
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"I had no pulse": Al Pacino talks about near-death experience during his corona infection
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Quick Glance: Al Pacino's Near-Death Experience During COVID-19
- Al Pacino shared a frightening near-death experience while battling COVID-19 in 2020.
- The Oscar-winning actor lost consciousness and had no pulse, prompting an urgent ambulance response.
- Pacino reflected on death and the fleeting nature of life upon regaining consciousness.
- He also discussed his recent projects and the birth of his son at age 83.
Corona variant XEC is highly contagious - should we be afraid again?: The new, highly contagious XEC virus variant is on the rise. We ask experts: should we be ...
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Quick Glance: Autumn Surge: New Symptoms of XEC Variant
- Respiratory illnesses in Germany have significantly increased, primarily due to the new XEC variant of the coronavirus.
- This variant, which has been spreading in Germany since June 2024, is replacing other variants and is linked to a high incidence of respiratory diseases.
- While the risk of severe cases has not risen, infections are now more commonly associated with flu-like symptoms such as high fever and cough.
- Additionally, there is a noted increase in temporary loss of taste and smell among those affected.
Covid doctor warns XEC variant could see return of masks and social distancing: The XEC variant of Covid-19, which is currently surging across the UK ...
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Doctor warns about XEC: Corona variant "seems to knock people out": The corona variant XEC first appeared in Germany in June. Since then, it has been spreading ...
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Long COVID brain fog was my enemy. How did it become my friend?: The confusion of my illness helped me understand Buddhist theories of ignorance and its role in ...
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‘Equivalent to 18 million cars’: Environmental groups warn EU deforestation law delay will fuel the climate crisis - ICIJ
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Harris Cracks a Beer With Colbert and Talks Gaza, Trump and Putin: In a chat with Stephen Colbert, Kamala Harris suggested the Gaza war was unlikely to end soon ...
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I'm the CEO of a remote-first company and will never tell staff to RTO: Mike Landau founded Park My Fleet as a remote-first company during the pandemic ...
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OCCRP Oct 07
Romanian Political Strategist In Business With Apparent Russian War Propagandist
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Sri Lanka’s Long Road to Recovery | by R.M. Manivannan - Project Syndicate: R.M. Manivannan traces the country’s recent turmoil to poor governance and deepening ...
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New highly contagious Covid XEC about to be most dominant in UK
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Long-term care insurance to become more expensive - | what actually still works?: Health Minister Lauterbach asserts that the long-term care insurance is not ...
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Quick Glance: Care Insurance Faces Serious Financial Challenges
- The care insurance may face insolvency without interventions by February.
- Federal Health Minister Lauterbach is preparing an emergency plan to stabilize the insurance.
- The care insurance expects a deficit of 1.5 billion euros in 2023 and 3.4 billion euros in 2024.
- The opposition criticizes the government for mismanaging care insurance and calls for a comprehensive financing mix.
Corona: Spahn's ministry paid 90 million euros for ventilators that were never delivered
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BBC Oct 07
We were not treated as parents, Covid inquiry told: Mum of premature twins says rigid restrictions on birthing wards during Covid were traumatic.
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Michael Ballweg: | "Querdenken" founder in court: He was one of the most prominent faces of the Corona critics: Michael Ballweg. Now he has to answer to the ...
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Quick Glance: Ballweg Trial: Fraud Charges and Public Reactions
- The trial against Michael Ballweg, founder of the 'Querdenken' movement, involves allegations of attempted commercial fraud in 4950 cases.
- The prosecution claims that Ballweg raised approximately 1.2 million euros through public fundraising and misused a significant portion for personal purposes.
- Ballweg and his lawyers deny the accusations and announced that he will not make any statements during the proceedings.
- The court will determine over at least 33 trial days whether the charges are indeed flawed and incoherent, as claimed by the defense.
New Covid variant symptoms as cases soar with warning it's 'wiping people out': The new Covid variant is named and is a recombinant variant, which means it is ...
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Health Atlas: WIdO analysis: 9.5 million citizens affected by depression: Never before have so many German citizens suffered from depression, reports the ...
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Retired Houston officer gets 60 years couple's deaths in drug raid that revealed corruption
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Quick Glance: Former Officer Sentenced for Murder in Drug Raid
- A former Houston police officer received a 60-year sentence for murdering a couple during a drug raid.
- Gerald Goines was convicted of fatally shooting Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas in a 'no-knock' raid that exposed systemic corruption.
- The investigation revealed Goines fabricated claims about drug activity, leading to a violent encounter that injured several officers.
- Charges against Goines and other officers uncovered extensive corruption within the unit, resulting in the overturning of multiple convictions.
Alena Buyx: Federal Cross of Merit for the Corona expert who wasn't one: She is a red rag to those who have been damaged by vaccinations and critics of the ...
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Quick Glance: Alena Buyx: Controversies Surrounding Federal Cross of Merit
- Alena Buyx, who served as chair of the Ethics Council during the pandemic, faced criticism for her controversial statements regarding vaccinations.
- Despite numerous reports of vaccine injuries and a lack of apologies from Buyx, she was awarded the Federal Cross of Merit.
- Ongoing debates about the review of COVID-19 measures reveal that many decisions presented as scientific were not supported by evidence.
- The awarding of the honor to Buyx is seen as a sign that politics is disregarding the necessary processes of accountability.
How Experts See This COVID and Flu Season Unfolding: Physicians detail their predictions on the upcoming COVID-19 and flu season, sharing recommendations to ...
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Tourism Has Rebounded Worldwide. But Not in Hong Kong.: In 2018, Hong Kong received a record 65 million tourists. In 2023, it welcomed a little more than half ...
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OECD calls off antibribery mission to Hungary in unprecedented move: Paris-based organisation cites government’s failure to act on its previous recommendations ...
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Spektrum.de Oct 12
Lack of doctors: Lack of doctors or just misdistribution? A home-made problem: The shortage of doctors in Germany: more university places or a consequence of ...
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Boris Johnson hits out at ‘greedy’ Keir Starmer over freebies: Ex-PM criticises Starmer’s decision to accept gifts, while defending award of PPE contracts during ...
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A Nation of Homebodies: A recent study shows Americans are spending notably more time at home, a trend that started long before the pandemic.
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Spektrum.de Oct 11
Pandemic: The Antonine Plague: A story about what may be the world's first pandemic and its possible contribution to the downfall of the Roman Empire
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Corona causes the brain to age by 20 years - | who this affects most of all: The number of corona infections is rising again significantly. Even if many people ...
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How inflation largely came back to normal, according to experts: Price increases are hovering right near the Fed's target rate of 2%.
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BBC Oct 10
NHS trust put in place do-not-resuscitate rule, Covid inquiry told: Patients' families were “horrified but not surprised” when told the blanket policy had been ...
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S. Iswaran, Ex-Singapore Minister, Sentenced to 1 Year in Prison: The sentence for S. Iswaran, the former transportation minister who pleaded guilty last week ...
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Quick Glance: Sentencing of Former Minister Iswaran Set for October 3
- The High Court is scheduled to sentence former minister S. Iswaran on October 3.
- Iswaran pleaded guilty to four charges under Section 165 of the Penal Code for accepting valuable items exceeding $400,000.
- The prosecution is seeking six to seven months' imprisonment, while the defense argues for a maximum of eight weeks.
- He is the first public servant convicted under Section 165 since Singapore's independence.
Al Pacino Nearly Died From COVID: 'I Didn't Have a Pulse': Al Pacino lost his pulse during a near-death experience with COVID-19 during the 2020 pandemic.
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Survey shows clear trend: Four out of five US CEOs plan to end home office: Amazon is putting an end to home office, many other US companies could follow suit ...
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Fauci feared he would never ‘return to normal’ after contracting West Nile virus: Former White House chief medical adviser Anthony Fauci said he feared he would ...
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Medical Tribune Oct 08
Melanoma: Immunotherapy improves prognosis: The incidence of malignant melanoma is increasing worldwide, but treatment options have also made great progress in ...
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Construction of world’s tallest skyscraper resumes after years-long hiatus: Construction of Saudi Arabia’s kilometer-tall Jeddah Tower has resumed almost seven ...
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Stoke on Trent Live Oct 03
You can get your ninth Covid jab now - here's who's eligible: Vaccinations have started today
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TheWrap Oct 08
Keri Russell Calls Out British Corruption in ‘The Diplomat’ Season 2 Trailer: The call is coming from inside the house in "The Diplomat" Season 2.. ...
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Quick Glance: Key Updates for 'The Diplomat' Season 2
- Season 2 of 'The Diplomat' is set to premiere on October 31, 2024, on Netflix.
- Kate Wyler, portrayed by Keri Russell, faces new threats as the London explosion originates from within the British government.
- Allison Janney joins the cast as Vice President Grace Penn, introducing a new rival for Kate.
- The first teaser showcases the immediate aftermath of the explosion and Kate's risky investigation into the Prime Minister.
BBC Oct 03
GCSE students to continue receiving Covid exam help: The education secretary says equation sheets should be available to students sitting exams in 2025 ...
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Phil Banks, Embattled Top Adams Aide, Resigns: Mr. Banks, the deputy mayor for public safety and a close friend of Mayor Eric Adams, is among the administration ...
nytimes.com/2024/10/07/nyregion/phil-banks-resigns-eric-adams.html
Cleveland Clinic Oct 07
Is It OK To Exercise With COVID-19?: You can exercise with COVID-19, but only if you have little or no symptoms. Start with easier routines and stop if you feel ...
health.clevelandclinic.org/exercise-with-covid
T-Online Oct 07
AfD continues to rely on Corona: Will the traffic light coalition deal with the pandemic?
t-online.de/nachrichten/tagesanbruch/id_100504168/afd-setzt-weiter-auf-corona-wird-die-ampel-die-pandemie-aufarbeiten-.html
The Pandemic Small Business Boom Is Still Helping to Fuel the Economy: A record surge in new businesses has helped drive job growth, and could have longer-term ...
nytimes.com/2024/10/04/business/economy/pandemic-startups-small-business-economy.html
Seth Meyers Is Starting to Wonder About Trump and Putin: A book says Donald Trump sent Covid testing equipment to the Russian leader. Meyers suspects he threw in ...
nytimes.com/2024/10/10/arts/television/seth-meyers-trump-putin.html
Quick Glance: Meyers Questions Trump and Putin's Relationship
- Seth Meyers discussed a report claiming Donald Trump sent Covid testing machines to Vladimir Putin while downplaying the virus's seriousness.
- He humorously imagined Trump sending the tests in a care package filled with snacks and a personal mixtape, highlighting the absurdity of the situation.
- Meyers criticized Trump for holding superspreader events at the White House, disregarding health guidelines during the pandemic.
- He also made a sarcastic remark about the sudden deaths of people in Putin's circle as a supposed Covid symptom.
‘Disappointed and saddened’ but it is duty to act when needed to keep Govt clean: PM Wong on Iswaran
straitstimes.com/singapore/disappointed-and-saddened-but-it-is-duty-to-act-when-needed-to-keep-govt-clean-pm-wong-on-iswaran
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