News: August 2020

Friday 28 August 2020

my NEWS: Obesity can increase coronavirus-related death risk by almost 50%, report says

Obesity can increase coronavirus-related death risk by almost 50%, report says

Obesity may increase the risk of coronavirus-related deaths by 50%, according to a recently published report in the journal Obesity Reviews.

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my NEWS: Buying masks, delivering food: Teens are stepping up in the pandemic

Buying masks, delivering food: Teens are stepping up in the pandemic

In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, communities across the country have discovered a powerful resource that has stepped forward to make a difference: America’s teenagers.

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my NEWS: Dog food recalled over salmonella concerns: FDA

Dog food recalled over salmonella concerns: FDA

Heads up, pet owners: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration this week (FDA) announced a dog food recall over concerns the product may be contaminated with salmonella.

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my NEWS: Hand sanitizers packaged in food, drink containers could cause serious injury, death: FDA

Hand sanitizers packaged in food, drink containers could cause serious injury, death: FDA

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released a warning on Thursday over alcohol-based hand sanitizers packaged in food and drink containers, and the potential for "serious injury or death if ingested."

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my NEWS: Cat drugs may fight coronavirus in humans, study says

Cat drugs may fight coronavirus in humans, study says

Two coronavirus drugs used in cats might help humans infected with novel coronavirus, according to a preliminary study recently published in the journal Nature.

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my NEWS: Severe coronavirus disease, death 'rare' among kids, UK study finds

Severe coronavirus disease, death 'rare' among kids, UK study finds

Amid the pandemic, reports surfaced of COVID-19 cases and deaths among children and young people, though a new study from the UK highlights how rare these cases really are.

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my NEWS: Dr. Marty Makary warns coronavirus has spread 'when people start feeling confident' and 'complacent'

Dr. Marty Makary warns coronavirus has spread 'when people start feeling confident' and 'complacent'

The "one clear factor which predicts how many people are going to die" from coronavirus is "how seriously people take it," Fox News medical contributor Dr. Marty Makary told the "“Fox News Rundown” Friday.

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my NEWS: Several states not adhering to new coronavirus testing guidelines from CDC

Several states not adhering to new coronavirus testing guidelines from CDC

Some states will continue coronavirus testing of asymptomatic individuals exposed to COVID-19, disregarding the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) surprising reversal of guidance this week when the federal agency said asymptomatic persons exposed to the virus do not need to get tested.

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my NEWS: Backlash over new CDC guidelines on coronavirus testing

Backlash over new CDC guidelines on coronavirus testing

Testing 'may be considered' for anyone who has been in contact with a COVID-19 patient; Alex Hogan reports.

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my NEWS: COVID-19 lockdowns blocked flu in some places, but fall looms

COVID-19 lockdowns blocked flu in some places, but fall looms

U.S. health officials are pushing Americans to get vaccinated against the flu in record numbers this fall, so hospitals aren't overwhelmed with a dueling “twindemic."

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my NEWS: Salmonella outbreak linked to peaches expands to 12 states

Salmonella outbreak linked to peaches expands to 12 states

A salmonella outbreak linked to peaches has expanded to 12 states with 78 illnesses, officials said.

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Wednesday 26 August 2020

my NEWS: DNC War Room spokesperson: Donald Trump has not laid out a coronavirus plan

DNC War Room spokesperson: Donald Trump has not laid out a coronavirus plan

Melania Trump expresses sympathy for coronavirus victims during RNC speech; Lily Adams, DNC War Room spokesperson, reacts on ‘America’s Newsroom.’

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my NEWS: RNC speakers: What to know about Burgess Owens

RNC speakers: What to know about Burgess Owens

Burgess Owens, a retired NFL player and Republican nominee for Utah's 4th Congressional District, is scheduled to speak at the 2020 Republican National Convention on Wednesday.

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my NEWS: Meadows 'optimistic that we'll have a vaccine by the fall,' says US will not accept Russian trial

Meadows 'optimistic that we'll have a vaccine by the fall,' says US will not accept Russian trial

White House chief of staff Mark Meadows expressed confidence in the progress being made on a coronavirus vaccine, saying Wednesday he believes one could be ready as soon as this fall.

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my NEWS: Charlie Hurt: Melania's speech appealed to 'silent group of independents'

Charlie Hurt: Melania's speech appealed to 'silent group of independents'

First lady Melania Trump "struck the right tone" and "dove into a lot of difficult topics" in a powerful keynote speech on the second night of the Republican National Convention that appealed to the majority of Americans, Washington Times opinion editor Charles Hurt said Wednesday.

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my NEWS: Kanye West qualifies for Tennessee presidential ballot

Kanye West qualifies for Tennessee presidential ballot

Rapper and producer Kanye West will be on Tennessee's presidential ballot in November, the state election's office confirmed.

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my NEWS: Howard Kurtz on Sandmann RNC speech: He’s a youthful symbol of media

Howard Kurtz on Sandmann RNC speech: He’s a youthful symbol of media

Former Covington High School teen Nick Sandmann addresses being ‘defamed by the media’ during his RNC speech; reaction and analysis from ‘Media Buzz’ host Howard Kurtz.

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my NEWS: Ari Fleischer: Saying ‘don’t concede no matter what’ undermines the core of democracy

Ari Fleischer: Saying ‘don’t concede no matter what’ undermines the core of democracy

Fox News contributor Ari Fleischer reacts to Hillary Clinton advising Joe Biden to ‘not concede on election night’ on ‘America’s Newsroom.’

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my NEWS: Rubio: Both parties should agree violence and rioting aren't acceptable

Rubio: Both parties should agree violence and rioting aren't acceptable

Democrats are hesitant to speak out on violence in cities amid racial unrest because they don't want to be seen as taking on those involved who are aligned with the left's ideology, Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., told "Fox & Friends" Wednesday.

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my NEWS: Gov. Noem says she’s ‘proud’ of Melania Trump’s RNC speech

Gov. Noem says she’s ‘proud’ of Melania Trump’s RNC speech

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem reacts to first lady Melania Trump’s speech with Sandra Smith on ‘America’s Newsroom.’

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my NEWS: Karen Pence previews RNC speech: I'll talk about our military community that is 'near and dear to my heart'

Karen Pence previews RNC speech: I'll talk about our military community that is 'near and dear to my heart'

Second lady Karen Pence, who is scheduled to speak during the third night of the Republican National Convention, previewed her speech on “Fox & Friends” on Wednesday saying she will focus on highlighting the “heroes of our country.”

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Tuesday 25 August 2020

my NEWS: Billions wasted? Iraqi pilots claim pricey F-16 program is falling apart

Billions wasted? Iraqi pilots claim pricey F-16 program is falling apart

Nine years ago, just before the Obama administration pulled the plug on a troop presence in Iraq, Baghdad signed a landmark $4.3 billion, U.S.-backed Lockheed Martin deal to bolster its burgeoning Air Force with their very own fleet of F-16 fighter jets. The first batch arrived three years later, under the guise that the force would stand on its own two feet.

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my NEWS: Taliban truck bomb, string of attacks kills 17, injures dozens more

Taliban truck bomb, string of attacks kills 17, injures dozens more

The Taliban ratcheted up attacks against Afghanistan government officials on Thursday, killing three people, while a string of other attacks left 14 others dead and dozens more injured.

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my NEWS: Belarus' Lukashenko opponent says, 'We will never forget the violence ... we will win,' as protests continue

Belarus' Lukashenko opponent says, 'We will never forget the violence ... we will win,' as protests continue

It is now more than two weeks into the standoff between Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko and critics and protesters who say he stole an election and had activists beaten and jailed -- and opposition leader Svetlana Tikhanovskaya is standing firm.

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my NEWS: China claims US spy plane entered no-fly zone

China claims US spy plane entered no-fly zone

Beijing alleged that a U.S. spy plane entered a no-fly zone it had designated over an area where the Chinese military was conducting live-fire drills, condemning the overflight as a provocative act.

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my NEWS: Scottish National Party leader's handling of coronavirus buoys support for independence

Scottish National Party leader's handling of coronavirus buoys support for independence

The staunch difference between British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Leader of the Scottish National Party Nicola Sturgeon's approaches to handling the coronavirus pandemic has brought about a resurgence of political support for Scottish independence.

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my NEWS: Canada bear kills woman on phone with dad, as son witnesses from cabin

Canada bear kills woman on phone with dad, as son witnesses from cabin

A 9-year-old Canadian boy watched in horror as a black bear killed his mother while she was on the phone talking to her father, according to a report.

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my NEWS: Girl in inflatable unicorn swept to sea off Greece is rescued

Girl in inflatable unicorn swept to sea off Greece is rescued

A young girl had to be rescued by ferry workers after she was swept out to sea on a giant inflatable unicorn.

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my NEWS: Carter Page's new book accuses FBI of 'systematically' overlooking key info from Halper conversation

Carter Page's new book accuses FBI of 'systematically' overlooking key info from Halper conversation

Former Trump campaign aide Carter Page is opening up about his interactions with Cambridge Professor Stefan Halper, alleging in a new book that the FBI "systematically" excluded relevant information about their encounters from the controversial FISA application that the agency filed as part of its investigation into the campaign's ties to Russia.

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my NEWS: Karl Rove breaks down bounces, TV ratings for Democratic and Republican conventions

Karl Rove breaks down bounces, TV ratings for Democratic and Republican conventions

Fox News contributor Karl Rove, former White House deputy chief of staff, joins Bill Hemmer with insight on 'Bill Hemmer Reports.'

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my NEWS: Rudy Giuliani says NY AG Letitia James is ‘disgrace,’ should be removed

Rudy Giuliani says NY AG Letitia James is ‘disgrace,’ should be removed

New York Attorney General Letitia James campaigned as a "hitman" against President Trump, which is completely unethical, Fox News contributor Rudy Giuliani said Tuesday.

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my NEWS: Cotton says GOP will gain ‘credibility’ at convention by ‘standing up against these rioters’

Cotton says GOP will gain ‘credibility’ at convention by ‘standing up against these rioters’

Sen. Tom Cotton said in an interview Tuesday that Republicans, at their convention this week, will gain "credibility" with voters by addressing the rioting and violence that has plagued many American cities -- after Democrats were criticized for largely ignoring that aspect of the unrest in theirs.

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my NEWS: Freed hostage Josh Holt speaks on release from captivity in Venezuela, meeting with President Trump

Freed hostage Josh Holt speaks on release from captivity in Venezuela, meeting with President Trump

Josh Holt spent two years as a hostage in Venezuela accused of spying for the CIA.

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my NEWS: Sen. Dick Durbin says President Trump must create 'climate of fear' to overcome his record on COVID, economy

Sen. Dick Durbin says President Trump must create 'climate of fear' to overcome his record on COVID, economy

RNC speakers warn against a Biden presidency; Dana Perino gets reaction from Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin.

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my NEWS: Stephanie Grisham previews Melania Trump's 'uplifting' speech to 2020 Republican National Convention

Stephanie Grisham previews Melania Trump's 'uplifting' speech to 2020 Republican National Convention

Melania Trump to headline the second night of the Republican National Convention from renovated Rose Garden; insight from Stephanie Grisham, chief of staff for the first lady.

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my NEWS: Scott takes the lead

Scott takes the lead

Anyone who watched the first night of the Republican National Convention learned Tim Scott is killing it.

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my NEWS: Democratic senator warns democracy 'unnatural,' may not be 'permanent'

Democratic senator warns democracy 'unnatural,' may not be 'permanent'

Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., warned that democracy in the U.S. could be on its last legs, claiming that the very concept is "unnatural" and not likely to work long term.

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my NEWS: RNC speakers: What to know about Myron Lizer

RNC speakers: What to know about Myron Lizer

Navajo Nation Vice President Myron Lizer is among the handful of speakers with a coveted slot at the 2020 GOP convention.

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my NEWS: Coronavirus outbreak identified at France nudist resort, reports say

Coronavirus outbreak identified at France nudist resort, reports say

Nearly 150 coronavirus cases have cropped up among visitors to a large nudist resort, per multiple reports.

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my NEWS: Dementia underlying cause in 3 times more deaths in U.S. than currently reported, study concludes

Dementia underlying cause in 3 times more deaths in U.S. than currently reported, study concludes

Dementia may be responsible for almost three times more deaths in the States United than what is being reported, according to a new study out of Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH).

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my NEWS: These countries have never reported a coronavirus case

These countries have never reported a coronavirus case

These islands did what no other country managed to: Keep the coronavirus wholly out of their borders.

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my NEWS: Strengthening Hurricane Laura prompts mandatory evacuations along Gulf Coast

Strengthening Hurricane Laura prompts mandatory evacuations along Gulf Coast

Thousands of people were ordered to evacuate the Texas and Louisiana coasts Tuesday as Laura strengthened into a hurricane that forecasters said could slam into land as a major storm with ferocious winds and deadly flooding.

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my NEWS: Hurricane Laura gains strength as storm enters Gulf Coast

Hurricane Laura gains strength as storm enters Gulf Coast

Fox News senior meteorologist Janice Dean has the latest.

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my NEWS: National forecast for Tuesday, August 25

National forecast for Tuesday, August 25

Fox News senior meteorologist Janice Dean has your FoxCast.

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Monday 24 August 2020

my NEWS: Secretary Azar: President Trump demands COVID treatments be made available as soon as FDA standards are met

Secretary Azar: President Trump demands COVID treatments be made available as soon as FDA standards are met

President Trump, FDA announce emergency authorization for use of plasma treatment for COVID-19; insight from Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar.

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my NEWS: Camp claims zero coronavirus cases among its 450 campers and staff this summer

Camp claims zero coronavirus cases among its 450 campers and staff this summer

One New York camp with 450 campers and staff members had zero COVID-19 cases. Parents and camp officials hope this is a good indicator of whats to come in the school year.

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