Sheep flock to McDonald’s during lockdown
While humans are in their homes during lockdown, some animals are taking advantage of the situation. People might be dreaming of being able to eat at…
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England and Wales coronavirus death toll 41% higher than UK government’s daily figures
The true death toll from coronavirus in England and Wales up to April 10 was about 41% higher than the UK government’s daily update, according…
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Why the confusion about Kim Jong Un’s health actually makes sense
Confusing and sometimes conflicting reports emerged Tuesday about the health of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. That was followed by intense…
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Trump to temporarily suspend immigration into U.S. due to coronavirus fears
WASHINGTON, DC — Trump administration officials on Tuesday morning scrambled to finalize an executive order after President Donald Trump said in a…
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Sheryl Sandberg on coronavirus: ‘Right now, everyone’s living in Option B’
Sheryl Sandberg didn’t make a habit of celebrating her birthday until her husband Dave Goldberg died in 2015. Now, she’s grateful to…
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Sheryl Sandberg on coronavirus: ‘Right now, everyone’s living in Option B’
Sheryl Sandberg didn’t make a habit of celebrating her birthday until her husband Dave Goldberg died in 2015. Now, she’s grateful to…
Continue Reading ‘Empire’ ends its long, strange trip with a not-quite series finale
“Empire” finishes its six-season run this week with a sort-of series finale, ending what has been a long, strange trip. Famous for its…
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StormTRACK Weather: Winds, warm, dry weather cause red flag warning Tuesday
Winds will increase around the region this afternoon ahead of an approaching upper-level system. Strong winds combined with very low relative…
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U.S. Senate approves $483B relief package for small business, hospitals, testing
WASHINGTON, DC — A $483 billion coronavirus aid package flew through the U.S. Senate on Tuesday after Congress and the White House reached a deal to…
Continue Reading Travis Scott’s ‘Astronomical’ Fortnite debut
Travis Scott has linked up with Fortnite and it’s about to be a blast. The Grammy-nominated rapper will debut his new song…
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Joe Biden’s search for a running mate is playing out in public
Joe Biden’s search for a running mate is unlike any other in recent history. The presumptive Democratic nominee committed to selecting a woman…
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El Paso infectious disease expert explains challenges facing border communities during coronavirus fight
EL PASO, Texas — Many in our region travel back and forth between El Paso and Ciudad Juárez. Though traffic has slowed with the implementation of…
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Rafael Nadal was left confused by Instagram Live. Roger Federer and Andy Murray found it hilarious
Virtually unbeatable on the red stuff it turns out that Rafael Nadal has feet of clay when it comes to technology. The 19-time grand slam champion…
Continue Reading Where abandoned airplanes sit on Death Row
Earlier this month, a Boeing 747 freighter took off from Lleida-Alguaire Airport in Spain, bound for Chicago and laden with urgent medical supplies.…
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South Korea says ‘no unusual signs’ detected about Kim Jong Un’s health
South Korea says it can’t corroborate reports that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is gravely ill, with an official in the presidential office…
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Coronavirus forces parents to change screen time plans
Screen time for Rachel Lubchansky’s 5th grade triplets used to be limited to two hours a week. That was before the coronavirus pandemic…
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Los Angeles County hospitals say people are waiting too long to seek treatment over coronavirus fears
Doctors at some Los Angeles County hospitals say people are waiting too long to seek medical treatment — including those infected with the…
Continue Reading A vandal who left graffiti around Death Valley National Park has confessed and apologized, agency says
A vandal who left graffiti around Death Valley National Park on numerous occasions has confessed to his crimes and apologized to the National Parks…
Continue Reading Stuck inside? Use plants to revitalize your home
With our ability to access parks and public spaces limited amid global lockdowns, there has never been a better time to embrace greenery at home.…
Continue Reading London Fashion Week to go gender neutral
London Fashion Week will become gender neutral for 12 months as the British Fashion Council abandons binary shows starting this June. The move,…
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Fact check: Trump falsely describes his travel history during briefing with more inaccuracies
A reporter reminded President Donald Trump that he held campaign rallies in February and March. He responded by suggesting he didn’t recall…
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A free press in China could have prevented the coronavirus pandemic, media watchdog says
Strongman leaders around the world are using the coronavirus crisis to stifle journalists, a leading press freedom watchdog has warned, as it…
Continue Reading Famed restaurateur and founder of Le Cirque has passed away at 88
Famed restaurateur and founder of Le Cirque, Sirio Maccioni, has passed away at the age of 88, according to his son. Le Cirque was a hot spot for the…
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Woman who made ‘Heroes work here’ sign surprises UMC doctors & nurses with dozens of tamales
EL PASO, Texas — An El Paso doctor’s wife wanted to show the hardworking staff at University Medical Center her gratitude during the pandemic.…
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El Paso’s walking and biking trails to open up – with social distancing required
EL PASO, Texas — The state of Texas has officially begun taking steps to slowly reopen as the state continues to deal with the coronavirus outbreak.…
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Fact check: Trump falsely describes his travel history during briefing with more inaccuracies
A reporter reminded President Donald Trump that he held campaign rallies in February and March. He responded by suggesting he didn’t recall…
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El Paso orthopedic group looks forward to Texas loosening restrictions on elective surgeries
EL PASO, Texas — Despite the number of coronavirus cases in El Paso and the rest of Texas continuing to rise, several restrictions are being eased…
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America’s black and Hispanic communities are bearing the brunt of the coronavirus crisis
America has an inequality problem and the coronavirus crisis is making it worse. The pandemic is leaving few people untouched, but America’s…
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New data shows El Paso area unemployment nearing 10%
EL PASO, Texas — More than 6,400 El Paso area workers filed new unemployment claims over the past week as the economic fallout from the coronavirus…
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Beloved Australian soap opera ‘Neighbours’ is resuming production during the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s how
The coronavirus pandemic has halted production on TV shows and movies around the world, with travel plans canceled, gatherings forbidden and shoots…
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