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'Pharma Bro' Martin Shkreli Denied Release From Prison To Research Coronavirus Cure
Sunday, May 17, 2020
Shkreli argues that his pharmaceuticals experience qualifies him to help seek a treatment or cure. Probation officials call that claim "delusional self-aggrandizing behavior."
Arthur, 1st Named Storm of Season, Moves Toward North Carolina Coast
Sunday, May 17, 2020
The tropical storm developed Saturday off the Florida coast and is expected to inch up along the mid-Atlantic region. It's the sixth straight year that such a system has developed before June 1.
Tropical Storm Forms Off Of Florida Coast As Hurricane Season Approaches
Saturday, May 16, 2020
The National Hurricane Center issued an advisory for parts of North Carolina coast Saturday following the formation of Tropical Depression One. Such storms are rare for May.
Rep. Justin Amash Won't Launch Third Party Presidential Bid
Saturday, May 16, 2020
The Michigan congressman announced on Twitter that he would not seek out a run on the Libertarian Party ticket. The independent had left the Republican party last summer.
New Orleans Begins Re-Opening
Saturday, May 16, 2020
The city began allowing some businesses such as gyms, salons and movie theaters, as well as churches to re-open — or expand their operations — in a limited capacity on Saturday.
Brazil's Health Minister Resigns Amid Turmoil Over Pandemic Response
Friday, May 15, 2020
Nelson Teich resigned from his post Friday after only a few weeks on the job. Teich, the second health minister to depart in a month, disagreed with President Jair Bolsonaro about response measures.
WATCH: Missouri Penguins Enjoy 'Morning Of Fine Art' At Local Museum
Friday, May 15, 2020
The birds were allowed to waddle through the galleries of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Both the museum and the Kansas City Zoo, which is home to the penguins, have been closed due to the pandemic.
Betty Wright, Soul Icon Who Sang 'Clean Up Woman,' Has Died At Age 66
Sunday, May 10, 2020
The singer is known for a roster of hits that included the songs "Dance With Me" and "No Pain No Gain." She died following a battle with cancer.
South Korea Records Spike In New Coronavirus Cases After Nightclub Outbreak
Sunday, May 10, 2020
Health officials reported 34 new infections on Sunday, the country's highest daily tally in about a month. Most of the new infections were tied to several nightlife businesses in Seoul.
Elon Musk Says Tesla Suing California County, Moving Headquarters Out Of State
Saturday, May 09, 2020
The company's CEO tweeted Saturday that the automaker is seeking legal action against Alameda County. The billionaire executive has been sharply critical of shelter-in-place orders in recent weeks.
FDA Grants Emergency Use Authorization For 1st Coronavirus Antigen Test
Saturday, May 09, 2020
The agency announced approval for the diagnostic method on Saturday. Cheaper and easier to administer than genetic tests for the virus, it could potentially expand to daily testing of millions.
Google Says Most Of Its Employees Will Likely Work Remotely Through End of Year
Friday, May 08, 2020
The tech giant announces it is extending its previous work-from-home plans for most of its staff and will begin reopening offices this summer.
Andy Serkis Reads Aloud The Entirety Of 'The Hobbit' For Charity
Friday, May 08, 2020
The actor, who appeared in movie adaptations of the novel and its sequel trilogy, "The Lord of the Rings," says proceeds raised during the streaming event will benefit COVID-19 relief efforts.
Israel's High Court To Decide Whether Netanyahu Can Form Government
Sunday, May 03, 2020
Justices convened Sunday to begin discussions on whether the long-serving prime minister should be barred from office as he faces a series of corruption charges.
Birx On 'Stay-At-Home' Protests: 'Devastatingly Worrisome'
Sunday, May 03, 2020
The coronavirus task force coordinator told Fox News Sunday demonstrators may inadvertently jeopardize family members. She also encouraged continued social distancing as states began to re-open.
North And South Korean Forces Briefly Trade Gunfire Along Border
Sunday, May 03, 2020
South Korean soldiers fired back after bullets struck a guard post in the demilitarized zone Sunday morning, according to the Yonhap News Agency. It's the first reported incident since 2017.
Trump Moves To Replace Watchdog Who Reported Medical Shortages
Saturday, May 02, 2020
Christi Grimm, the acting inspector general at the Department of Health and Human Services, was castigated by the president after her report found testing delays and a lack of equipment in hospitals.
Mitt Romney Proposes Hazard Pay Plan For Essential Workers
Saturday, May 02, 2020
Patriot Pay would offer employers a payroll tax credit to encourage temporary bonuses to essential workers — up to $12 an hour on top of their wages.
New York Schools Will Stay Closed For Rest Of The School Year, Cuomo Says
Friday, May 01, 2020
Gov. Andrew Cuomo said campuses will not reopen this academic year, affecting an estimated 4.2 million students. The announcement comes as the state sees progress in its battle with COVID-19.
Protesters Swarm Michigan Capitol Amid Showdown Over Governor's Emergency Powers
Friday, May 01, 2020
As hundreds of demonstrators, some armed, amassed Thursday, Republican lawmakers declined to extend a state of emergency, instead voting to sue Gov. Gretchen Whitmer over her response to COVID-19.