Month: October 2020

Read More A month after the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, David Hogg stood in front of a crowd of hundreds of thousands gathered at the U.S. Capitol to demand an end to gun violence. “Who here is going to vote in the 2018 election?” asked Hogg, then a…

Read MoreSanctions have been imposed on the Iranian Ministry of Petroleum and the National Iranian Oil Company, among others.Sanctions have been imposed on the Iranian Ministry of Petroleum and the National Iranian Oil Company, among others.

Read MoreThe US has recently seen a record-breaking surge in daily and weekly averages of new coronavirus cases.The US has recently seen a record-breaking surge in daily and weekly averages of new coronavirus cases.

Read MoreThe Silverado Fire broke out just before sunrise in Orange County, south of Los Angeles.The Silverado Fire broke out just before sunrise in Orange County, south of Los Angeles.

Read More In a year full of uncertainties, Election Day 2020 is one of the biggest wildcards. With an expected record number of mail-in ballots being cast in the Presidential race, it’s unclear whether a winner will be announced Election Night. Even after a winner emerges, there may be challenges to the result. And, some…

Read MoreFront-line workers say they are dealing with poor job conditions and unpaid salaries, and face backlash for speaking out.Front-line workers say they are dealing with poor job conditions and unpaid salaries, and face backlash for speaking out.

Read MoreAmy Coney Barrett is expected to be confirmed to the Supreme Court, just days before the election.Amy Coney Barrett is expected to be confirmed to the Supreme Court, just days before the election.

Read More Daniel Andrews expected to announce further details of city’s reopening after record-breaking Covid-19 lockdown, as federal parliament and Senate estimates return and questions continue over management of Australia Post. Follow latest updates Follow our global live blog Melbourne to ‘open up’, says Daniel Andrews Full Australian Covid stats; Covid restrictions state by state…

Read More One year after Santiago’s streets were jammed by protesters, they were filled Sunday with revelers. More than 7.5 million people voted, setting a new record for voter participation, officials said. (Image credit: Matias Basualdo/NurPhoto via Getty Images) One year after Santiago’s streets were jammed by protesters, they were filled Sunday with revelers. More…

Read MoreTraffic is disrupted in dozens of cities in protests against a court’s near-total ban on abortion.Traffic is disrupted in dozens of cities in protests against a court’s near-total ban on abortion.

Read More A 28-year-old priest is charged with sexually abusing an altar boy over a five-year period in a Vatican City youth seminary. Another priest, the former rector, is charged with covering up the abuse. (Image credit: Bloomberg/Bloomberg via Getty Images) A 28-year-old priest is charged with sexually abusing an altar boy over a five-year…

Read More Peter Maddison challenged at the inquiry over his ‘candour’ in relation to cost-cutting A director at the landlord of Grenfell Tower has apologised for the “devastating” fire after he described his role overseeing hundreds of thousands of pounds in cost savings relating to combustible cladding installed on the council block. Peter Maddison, director…

Read MoreThe Dow falls as much as 3.3% before ending down 2.3% – its sharpest decline in weeks.The Dow falls as much as 3.3% before ending down 2.3% – its sharpest decline in weeks.

Read More We answer some questions about the process as a record number of Americans are expected to vote by mail The 2020 presidential election is already unlike any other America has ever seen. So far, 61 million people have voted early – either to avoid long lines or Covid-19 exposure during an unprecedented year,…

Read MoreThe formation of Zeta puts the 2020 hurricane season one name storm away from tying the all-time record.The formation of Zeta puts the 2020 hurricane season one name storm away from tying the all-time record.

Read More Investors’ summer optimism replaced by insecurity as curfews and lockdowns return Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage Stock markets in the US and Europe fell sharply oas investors focused on signs that rich countries’ efforts to contain the coronavirus pandemic were foundering. In Europe the Stoxx 600 index lost 1.8%,…

Read More The pleas from Mexican officials come as the country is grappling with a surge in coronavirus cases The pleas from Mexican officials come as the country is grappling with a surge in coronavirus cases

Read MoreUS president’s son-in-law said African Americans must ‘want to be successful’ for Trump’s policies to help them.US president’s son-in-law said African Americans must ‘want to be successful’ for Trump’s policies to help them.

Read More Proceedings in a criminal trial of a priest charged with sexually abusing a minor and a second priest accused of covering it up are scheduled to resume Tuesday in the Vatican. Proceedings in a criminal trial of a priest charged with sexually abusing a minor and a second priest accused of covering it…

Read MoreLawsuit claims police used harsh measures and caused injuries. NYC Mayor de Blasio says it ‘doesn’t sound right’.Lawsuit claims police used harsh measures and caused injuries. NYC Mayor de Blasio says it ‘doesn’t sound right’.

Read More Tuesday: Melbourne’s stay-at-home orders lifted with shops, cafes and pubs to reopen. Plus: scientists confirm presence of water on the moon Good morning, this is Tamara Howie bringing you the main stories and must-reads on Tuesday 27 October. Continue reading…Tuesday: Melbourne’s stay-at-home orders lifted with shops, cafes and pubs to reopen. Plus: scientists…

Read MoreAl Jazeera asks the same key questions about the presidential election to voters across the United States.Al Jazeera asks the same key questions about the presidential election to voters across the United States.

Read More The Silverado Fire has already grown to more than 2,000 acres The Silverado Fire has already grown to more than 2,000 acres

Read More For decades, America led the world in humanitarian policies by creating a sanctuary for the oppressed, admitting more refugees annually than all other countries combined. Trump has arguably changed the immigration system more than any U.S. president, thrilling supporters with an “America first” message and infuriating critics who call his signature domestic issue…

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Read More Arrests made for allegedly ‘seizing or exercising control of a ship by use of threats or force’ Seven men have been arrested on suspicion of attempting to hijack the oil tanker that was seized by members of the elite Special Boat Service (SBS) off the coast of the Isle of Wight on Sunday…

Read More The permanently shadowed craters at the moon’s south pole are both the first and last place lunar astronauts would want to spend their time. The appeal is that they have generous deposits of water ice, a critical resource for any potential lunar base (ice means drinking water, yes, but it also means oxygen…

Read MoreJohn Bream attempted to break two world records after jumping from a helicopter without a parachute.John Bream attempted to break two world records after jumping from a helicopter without a parachute.

Read More Muslims in France have been told they are “not persecuted,” after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan blasted French President Emmanuel Macron over his “problem with Islam.” The French Council of the Muslim Faith (CFCM) sought to remind Muslims of their freedom in France, as it urged them to “defend the interest” of the…

Read More This article is part of the The DC Brief, TIME’s politics newsletter. Sign up here to get stories like this sent to your inbox every weekday. Twenty years ago, NBC News’ Washington bureau chief and Meet the Press moderator Tim Russert rightly surmised that the outcome of the 2000 presidential election would come…

Read More NEW YORK, Oct 26 (IPS) – The coronavirus pandemic has impacted the way people value working from home, career building, and their overall approach to utilising downtime. It has blurred out the lines between hobby, casual reading, and how time is spent away from work. Read the full story, “Reaching Remote Women Through…

Read More Tokyo and Washington have kicked off a combined naval, land and air drill aiming to show their readiness to “fight and win” despite Covid-19. Beijing has been warning that such activities lead to more tensions. The ‘Keen Sword’ drill, which is held every two years, involves around 46,000 troops, including 9,000 American personnel,…

Read More Steve Phaure was impressed with the Metropolitan police commissioner, Cressida Dick, when she visited Croydon to speak with community workers about building bridges Your editorial (The Guardian view on race and the Met: making matters worse, 22 October) never comes close to identifying proper strategies for tackling institutional racism. Last Friday morning, the…

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Read MoreThe electricity shutdowns marked the fifth time this year Pacific Gas & Electric has cut power to customers.The electricity shutdowns marked the fifth time this year Pacific Gas & Electric has cut power to customers.