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Parts Of Northern Denmark On Lockdown Over Coronavirus Variant Outbreak In Minks
Friday, November 06, 2020
The government announces a number of restrictions on parts of northern Denmark, the area hit hardest by the infections. Danish officials recently ordered the killing of up to 17 million minks.
Denmark To Kill Up To 17 Million Minks After Discovering Mutated Coronavirus
Thursday, November 05, 2020
The country said it discovered a virus mutation that can spread to humans. Danish officials are concerned it could impact the body's ability to form antibodies.
Election Got You Stressed? You're Not Alone — Here's 5 Ways To Deal With It
Wednesday, November 04, 2020
The 2020 U.S. Election brings uncertainty to many during an already uncertain time. Here are five ways to deal with the increased stress.
Kanye West Says He's Voting For The Only Candidate He Can Really Trust
Tuesday, November 03, 2020
West announced his campaign this summer and is only on the ballot in a dozen states.
Saved By The Whale: Dutch Train Runs Off Elevated Tracks, Is Caught By Statue's Tail
Monday, November 02, 2020
An 18-year-old sculpture caught a metro train after it crushed barriers at the end of the tracks early Monday.
Remote Marshall Islands Record First Confirmed Coronavirus Cases
Thursday, October 29, 2020
Two people arriving from the U.S. tested positive at a U.S. military base, ending the nation's run as one of the few in the world with zero known coronavirus cases.
'None Of This Has Been Easy': Melbourne, Australia, Ends Its 111-Day Lockdown
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
The city recorded zero new coronavirus cases on Monday, for the first time since June. "Now is the time to congratulate every single Victorian for staying the course," said the state's top official.
Minecraft Mock Poll Aims To Educate Kids About Voting
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
The voting simulation is hosted by Rock The Vote and aims to demystify the voting process by allowing kids to cast mock ballots on a number of issues. The results will be released before Election Day.
Fight Against Colorado's 2 Largest-Ever Fires Continues, Aided By Snow
Monday, October 26, 2020
The fires are burning across more than 400,000 acres and have reached Rocky Mountain National Park.
'A Decarbonized Society': Japan Pledges To Be Carbon Neutral By 2050
Monday, October 26, 2020
The country joins the European Union and other countries that have pledged to reduce their carbon footprint to zero over the next few decades.
Veggie Burgers Can Be Called Burgers, European Parliament Says
Friday, October 23, 2020
Despite pushback from Europe's largest farmer's association, the Parliament will allow vegetarian meat alternatives to use meat-like terms, including burger and steak.
Colorado Fire Grows By Over 100,000 Acres In 1 Day, Hits Rocky Mountain National Park
Thursday, October 22, 2020
The fire forces the park to close and a nearby town to evacuate.
Spain, France Exceed 1 Million Confirmed Coronavirus Cases Each
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Europe has been battling rising case counts, setting a record last week for new cases reported. Spain and France surpassed the 1 million case mark within hours of each other.
GM Reintroduces Hummer As Fully Electric Truck, 1st Model Will Sell For $112,595
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
The Hummer EV will go on sale in fall 2021. Known previously for its gas inefficiency, the new Hummer will now run completely on electricity.
Ireland To Impose 6-Week National Lockdown, Estimates 150,000 Job Losses
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
Under the lockdown, nonessential retail businesses will be closed, and restaurants and bars will be takeout only. Residents are to stay within about a 3-mile radius of their homes.
UNICEF To Stockpile Over Half A Billion Syringes For Future COVID-19 Vaccine
Monday, October 19, 2020
The agency, also known as the United Nations Children's Fund, plans to distribute up to 1 billion syringes by 2021.
Disney Warns Viewers Of Racism In Some Classic Movies With Strengthened Label
Friday, October 16, 2020
Disney strengthened language used to denounce racist depictions in some of its classic properties on the company's streaming service.
Person Flying With Jetpack Spotted Near Los Angeles International Airport, Again
Thursday, October 15, 2020
This is the second jetpack sighting in six weeks. It's unclear whether the two sightings are related. The FBI and Federal Aviation Administration are investigating.
Cristiano Ronaldo Tests Positive For Coronavirus
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
The soccer star will isolate himself from teammates. Another round of testing reveals he was the only player on the team to test positive.
Europe Reports Record-High 700,000 COVID-19 Cases Last Week, WHO Says
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
Europe's cases surged by 36% compared with the prior week. Across Europe, many countries are trying to slow the spread of the coronavirus but avoid a national lockdown.