WATCH: Texas Workforce Commission briefing about record unemployment
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Workforce Development held a briefing Monday amid record unemployment filings in the state. Below is a quick summary of the…
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Virus cases top 120 in Juárez, at least 13 of 29 deaths tied to maquiladora factories
CIUDAD JUAREZ, Mexico — The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Juárez topped 120 on Monday, with officials saying nearly half of those…
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One Direction reunion looks to be in the works
Can you hear the squeals of delight of the Directioners? The One Direction fans are in the throes of delight as it looks like their favorite group…
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No, don’t flush your masks or gloves: Lower Valley Water District warns of sewer blockages
EL PASO, Texas — Lower Valley Water District officials are urging residents to stop flushing their used face masks, gloves and disinfectant wipes…
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Nursing homes now have to report coronavirus cases to families and federal government
As the coronavirus pandemic sweeps through the nation’s nursing homes, the facilities will now have to report all cases to patients and…
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Navy and CDC launch investigation into coronavirus outbreak aboard US aircraft carrier
The US Navy and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have launched an investigation into the coronavirus outbreak aboard the USS Theodore…
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How Trump lost the public on coronavirus
With just 198 days until Election Day, 2020 is in full swing — even in the midst of the coronavirus crisis. Every Sunday, I outline the top…
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Facebook will take down some, but not all, posts promoting anti-stay-at-home protests
Facebook will remove some posts on anti-stay-at-home protests being organized in California, New Jersey and Nebraska after consulting with officials…
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World Health Organization warns ‘the worst is yet ahead of us’ in virus outbreak
GENEVA, Switzerland — The World Health Organization chief warned Monday that “the worst is yet ahead of us” in the coronavirus outbreak,…
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You can burn out when you’re working from home, too
Workplace burnout doesn’t just happen to people who put in long hours at the office. It’s also a threat to the millions of people working…
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A new generation of White House reporters hold Trump accountable
A version of this article first appeared in the “Reliable Sources” newsletter. You can sign up for free right here. Many of the most…
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A new generation of White House reporters hold Trump accountable
A version of this article first appeared in the “Reliable Sources” newsletter. You can sign up for free right here. Many of the most…
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Bailing on stocks is a mistake: Cash is not always king
Market volatility has reached epic heights in the past few weeks, so it’s tempting for investors to throw up their hands. Why not just ditch…
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Watch: El Paso County Commissioners meet to discuss virus-related issues
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso County Commissioner’s Court met Monday with a number of coronavirus related items on the agenda to discuss, including an…
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Novak Djokovic would oppose a compulsory vaccination to return to tennis
World No. 1 Novak Djokovic says he would be opposed to a compulsory vaccination against the novel coronavirus if it was needed by players for tennis…
Continue Reading Sea turtles thriving in Thailand after beach closures
Wildlife around the world is enjoying the lack of human activity due to coronavirus lockdowns, and sea turtles in Thailand are part of the trend.…
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Mnuchin says putting Trump’s name on coronavirus stimulus checks was his idea
Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin on Sunday said it was his idea — not President Donald Trump’s — to add the President’s name…
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‘He was chosen to be the GOAT.’ Why the world loves the Michael Jordan docuseries
It is one of the most highly anticipated sports documentaries and fans certainly weren’t disappointed. The first two episodes of ESPN’s…
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‘He was chosen to be the GOAT.’ Why the world loves the Michael Jordan docuseries
It is one of the most highly anticipated sports documentaries and fans certainly weren’t disappointed. The first two episodes of ESPN’s…
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Shake Shack returns $10 million emergency loan to the US government
Shake Shack is returning a $10 million loan it received from the US government under an emergency program that was touted as a way to help small…
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Washington Post: Trump administration official in charge of coronavirus testing was forced out of vaccine research job
The Trump administration official overseeing critical coronavirus testing in the US was forced out of a previous position developing vaccines at…
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Tips on how to coronavirus-proof your home
Life under coronavirus means staying home as much as possible — but you’ll likely need to make a trip to the grocery store or pharmacy at…
Continue Reading One of Australia’s biggest cities is so quiet that kangaroos are jumping through the center
Humans may be staying home during the coronavirus pandemic, but animals sure are coming out. On Sunday, in the South Australian capital of Adelaide,…
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StormTRACK Weather: Breezy and warm to kick off the week
We will remain warm and dry for the remainder of the week. This afternoon winds will increase gusts around 20 to 25 mph, then stronger on Tuesday.…
Continue Reading Alicia Silverstone reveals she had an awful time filming ‘Batman & Robin’
Alicia Silverstone didn’t have a great time making “Batman & Robin,” saying that she was weight shamed while filming the movie.…
Continue Reading Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis selling ‘Quarantine Wine’ to help relief efforts
Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis want you to raise a glass for a good cause. The celebrity couple announced Sunday that they will be selling…
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Man who hijacked Texas bus was sought in slaying
ROWLETT, Texas — A man who hijacked a Dallas-area bus before being killed in a shootout had been wanted for questioning in the fatal stabbing of…
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Ghana lifts lockdown, citing improved testing and ‘severe’ impact on the poor
President Nana Akufo-Addo of Ghana has lifted a three-week lockdown in two cities, citing improved coronavirus testing and the “severe”…
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How coronavirus testing fumbles squandered valuable time
As coronavirus test kits were malfunctioning in public health labs across the country, Dr. Robert Redfield repeatedly assured his fellow task force…
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