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Boris Johnson’s newt-counting claim questioned
Image copyright Science Photo Library Image caption The great crested newt is rare in Europe The prime minister has been accused of inventing an allegation that wildlife rules are holding back house-building. In his recent speech on job creation, Boris Johnson said: “Newt-counting delays are a massive drag on the prosperity of this country.” But …
The Health 202: Trump’s claim coronavirus vaccine coming by year’s end undercut by ousted vaccine official
President Trump’s optimistic assessment that a coronavirus vaccine will be ready by the end of the year just got doused in cold water by a former top vaccine official. Rick Bright, who directed the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority until his removal last month, urged against rushing the process to develop a vaccine during …
Stimulus checks: Non-filers have until 12pm Wednesday to claim $500-per-child check
The 12 p.m. Wednesday deadline only applies to certain individuals who were not required to file a 2018 or 2019 tax return but have dependent children under the age of 17 who qualify for the additional $500 stimulus payment. Because some people receiving Social Security, survivor or disability, and Railroad Retirement are not required to …
Taiwan Rejects WHO Claim of Racist Campaign Against Tedros – Bloomberg
Taiwan Rejects WHO Claim of Racist Campaign Against Tedros Bloomberg Taiwan protests WHO leader’s accusations of racist campaign Washington Post WHO chief claims he was racially targeted by Taiwan Fox News Taiwan rebuffs accusations it racially attacked WHO chief Reuters.com Taiwan rejects as ‘groundless’ accusations it attacked WHO chief Al Jazeera English View Full Coverage on Google News Source link
New ‘smart toilet’ technology can look for signs of disease, scientists claim
Going to the loo may never be the same again thanks to scientists who claim to have invented a device that can be fitted on toilets to detect signs of various diseases in stool and urine. The gadget, which fits inside the bowl, uses cameras, test strips and motion sensing technology to analyse the deposits …
Millions Are Suddenly Working From Home. Can They Claim a Tax Break?
If you’re one of millions of Americans who are now working from home instead of the office because of the coronavirus pandemic, count yourself lucky: you aren’t sick and you have a job. Still, both you and your employer may be wondering whether your remote work qualifies for any tax breaks. Have you bought a …
BREAKING | State approves $2 million compensation claim for man wrongfully convicted in 1976
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — In a reversal stunning both in speed and scope, the Florida Attorney General’s Office said Saturday it would grant a $2 million compensation claim to a man wrongfully convicted in 1976. The decision represents a 180-degree turn from an opinion First Coast News reported Friday that the agency was denying Nathan Myers’ …
BREAKING: Offaly champions Naomh Ciaran claim All Ireland with incredible comeback
Offaly champions Naomh Ciaran pulled off an amazing comeback to win the All Ireland Ladies Intermediate Club Championship Final in Breffni Park today. Naomh Ciaran 2-11Naomh Pol 2-9 Trailing by five points with time against them, the Offaly side dug deep and took control of the game, dominating the final quarter to be crowned All Ireland …
Venus Mission Possible With Current Technology, Scientists Claim
A scientific advisory group for NASA proposed to the space agency that a mission to Venus is possible even with today’s technology. According to the group, visiting Venus would provide valuable information regarding its possible similarities with Earth. Currently, NASA is gearing up with its new spaceflight program dubbed as Artemis. Aside from going to …
World Gymnastics Championships: Max Whitlock wins gold, Downie sisters claim medals
GB’s Whitlock wins third pommel world title Max Whitlock regained his world title with gold in the pommel on a successful day for Great Britain at the World Gymnastics Championships. Having come second in Doha last year, Whitlock matched his feats of 2015 and 2017 with his third world gold. Becky Downie claimed the silver …
