In a “tragic milestone,” Europe has surpassed China to become the epicenter of the novel coronavirus pandemic that has claimed the lives of more than 5,000 people around the world.Tedros Adhanom … [Read more...] about Europe is coronavirus pandemic epicenter as cases surge: WHO
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Remains of US service members from World War II repatriated from Myanmar
The remains of U.S. military service members who died in action in Myanmar during World War II were returned to the United States on Thursday.“Over 75 years ago, brave Americans gave their lives on a … [Read more...] about Remains of US service members from World War II repatriated from Myanmar
Dutch prime minister warns public against shaking hands – promptly does it moments later
Oops!The Dutch prime minister had a momentary lapse in concentration Monday night when he called on citizens of the Netherlands to stop shaking hands to prevent spreading the new coronavirus — only to … [Read more...] about Dutch prime minister warns public against shaking hands – promptly does it moments later
Mysterious death of Swedish woman in Scotland classified as ‘secret’ by Sweden: report
The mysterious 2005 death of a Swedish woman in Scotland, which has sparked a wave of conspiracy theories, has taken an unexpected turn after it emerged it has been classified as a “secret” by the … [Read more...] about Mysterious death of Swedish woman in Scotland classified as ‘secret’ by Sweden: report
Amid coronavirus fears, Angela Merkel’s handshake refused by interior minister
German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s attempt to shake hands with the country’s interior minister was rebuffed Monday amid growing fears of the coronavirus outbreak.More than 89,000 individual cases of … [Read more...] about Amid coronavirus fears, Angela Merkel’s handshake refused by interior minister
Netanyahu claims ‘biggest win’ in Israeli elections, as partial results show short of majority
Israeli’s embattled prime minister declared Monday’s general elections the “biggest win” of his life when he claimed victory with partial results over main rival Benny Gantz.With roughly 90 percent … [Read more...] about Netanyahu claims ‘biggest win’ in Israeli elections, as partial results show short of majority
Eastern Great Lakes region pummeled by blizzard, ‘monster’ lake effect snow band
The western part of New York and parts of the Great Lakes were pummeled by the biggest lake effect snow of the season, bringing upward of 28 inches in some places as more continues to fall.The … [Read more...] about Eastern Great Lakes region pummeled by blizzard, ‘monster’ lake effect snow band
Australian BP refinery worker wins job back after parodying company with popular Hitler meme
A BP refinery employee in Australia who was fired for parodying the company with a frequently used Hitler meme has won his job back.Scott Tracey was fired in 2018 after he used the meme – from the … [Read more...] about Australian BP refinery worker wins job back after parodying company with popular Hitler meme
Man escapes injury after Amtrak train crashes into 18-wheeler in Texas
A man in Cibolo, Texas, was lucky to escape serious injury when an Amtrak train smashed into a truck stuck on railway tracks, sending the vehicle hurtling his way.In dramatic footage, shared by the … [Read more...] about Man escapes injury after Amtrak train crashes into 18-wheeler in Texas
Hand-dug smuggling cross-border tunnel discovered near Arizona
An incomplete, hand-dug tunnel was discovered stretching from Mexico over the border into Arizona.U.S. Customs and Border Protection said border agents – with the help of Mexican authorities – found … [Read more...] about Hand-dug smuggling cross-border tunnel discovered near Arizona
