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Only 12 debates? Democrats will need more to figure out what they stand for
Dave Jacobson is a CNN political commentator and co-founder of Jacobson & Zilber Strategies, a Democratic media and consulting firm. The opinions expressed in this commentary are his own. View more opinion articles on CNN. (CNN)Every debate in presidential politics is a make-or-break, do-or-die opportunity for candidates. The stakes are extremely high and the cost…
From “King Bibi” to kingmaker Lieberman?
JERUSALEM (Reuters) – Half a year ago one man stood alone and unchallenged on the summit of Israeli politics – the veteran right-wing populist Benjamin Netanyahu, known as “King Bibi” to his loyal followers. But on Tuesday Netanyahu failed, for the second time since April, to secure a clear victory in parliamentary elections. And now…
Peter Gabriel Revives Two Rare Concert Films Online
Peter Gabriel dusted off a pair of rare concert films online, seeking donations to aid Italy’s fight against the coronavirus. The singer-songwriter shared the previously released documentaries, Scratch My Back and Taking the Pulse – Live in Verona, for free via his Real World record label’s Vimeo account. Both projects document his September 26th, 2010 show…
FTSE 100 LIVE: EU share markets plummet as IMF warns of major blow to global economy
London’s blue-chip FTSE 100 index fell 0.3 percent, extending losses from Tuesday on signs Britain was heading for a longer lockdown to fight the coronavirus crisis and warnings that the economy could shrink by 13 percent this year, its deepest recession in 300 years. European shares headed lower after a five-day rally, with investors turning…
‘Game changer’ coronavirus treatment repeatedly pushed by Donald Trump fails its first big test
A anti-malarial drug that Donald Trump previously touted as a ‘game changer’ coronavirus treatment has failed its first big test. A new analysis of the drug hydroxychloroquine found that there were actually more deaths when it was given to patients at US veterans hospitals, as opposed to when the patients were given standard care. The…
Politics this week
Canada’s prime minister, Justin Trudeau, won a second term in office but his Liberal Party lost its majority. The Conservative Party won the popular vote and wiped out the Liberals in the oil-producing western provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan. To enact his programme, Mr Trudeau will depend on support from smaller parties, especially the left-leaning…
Miley Cyrus and Cody Simpson Deliver Tacos to Healthcare Workers
Miley Cyrus and boyfriend Cody Simpson are showing their appreciation for some of the heroes working to save lives while on the front line of coronavirus pandemic, with a tasty meal.On Saturday, the two delivered 120 tacos to healthcare workers at Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center in Tarzana, California, located in Los Angeles’ San Fernando Valley. Simpson posted on his…
Why we’re looking into the Mueller Report
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Unsigned Cam Newton believes coronavirus restrictions have affected his free-agent market
View photosNot many former NFL MVP quarterbacks become free agents at age 30.What’s even more unusual for Cam Newton is nobody has signed him after a couple weeks as a free agent.The Carolina Panthers cut Newton on March 24, and it has been quiet since. Part of that is there aren’t many teams looking for…
UK economy set for rapid V-shaped recovery, says Bank of England
The prediction marks a more positive trend upwards for the economy, after months of fears about prolonged recession. Andy Haldane said there has already been a “modest recovery” in spending and business confidence according to real-time indicators. Mr Haldane argued that early signs such as surveys are “coming in a shade better” than the Bank’s scenario,…
Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s loan offer for smallest firms
Chancellor Rishi Sunak considering plans to offer 100% government guarantees on loans to up to 1million of UK’s smallest firms amid mounting pressureBy Daily Mail City & Finance Reporter Published: 21:55, 24 April 2020 | Updated: 08:54, 25 April 2020 The Chancellor is considering plans to offer 100 per cent government guarantees on loans to…
Coronavirus: Will 2020 US Open survive escalating health crisis?
Georgetown head coach and NBA Hall of Famer Patrick Ewing has tested positive for COVID-19, he announced on Twitter on Friday afternoon. Ewing, 57, is currently “under care and isolated” at a local hospital. “This virus is serious and should not be taken lightly,” Ewing said in a statement. “I want to encourage everyone to stay safe…
Coronavirus: Tesco, Asda, Aldi, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Waitrose, Lidl and Co-op opening times, restrictions, online delivery, priority hours for NHS and vulnerable customers
The UK is in full ‘lockdown’ with only essential shops to remain open. This includes supermarkets and pharmacies. Residents are also allowed to go outside to exercise once a day – being reminded to stay at least 2m away from other people. A delivery driver carries baskets of food as he delivers an online shopping…
Coronavirus: More than 20m claim US unemployment benefit in past month
The US recorded 5.2 million unemployment claims last week, taking the total over the past month to more than 20 million.It is the worst stretch of American job losses on record, with much of the world’s biggest economy at a standstill due to lockdown measures put in place to stop the spread of coronavirus. It…
CDC report says NYC coronavirus death toll may be much higher while nationwide count tops 80,000
(CNN)As leading medical experts testify Tuesday for the first time since March about government’s response to the coronavirus pandemic, more evidence is emerging that the virus was in the country earlier than initially thought.The onset of five Covid-19 cases in five separate counties in Ohio happened as early as January, state Health Director Dr. Amy…