The ‘billion-dollar air route’ is bouncing back
CNN’s Gary Tuchman looks at how Iceland has been able to lower deaths from Covid-19 to zero, and maintain it since May.
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Why older people are so much more vaccinated than younger people
By Eric Levenson, CNN Vaccination rates in America vary widely between blue and red states, between urban and rural populations and between those with college degrees and those without. But perhaps no demographic factor shows as stark of a difference as age. Nearly 92% of adults over 65 have had at least one vaccine dose
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When hospitals run out of beds, here’s how they ration care
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN Hospitals across the United States have been facing a crisis. As of Monday morning, more than 96,000 hospital beds are filled with Covid-19 patients nationwide — contributing to the 77% of all hospital beds across the country being currently in use, according to data from the US Department of Health and
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‘There is no room to put these bodies,’ Alabama health official says as Covid-19 deaths climb
By Aya Elamroussi, CNN The rate of Covid-19 deaths has increased in 42 US states in the last week, according to new data, as the spread of the more virulent coronavirus Delta variant has upended a spring of reopenings and led to increasing concern headed into autumn. In 14 states, Covid-19 deaths increased by more
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Museum chief is only candidate for Estonia’s presidency
By JARI TANNER Associated Press HELSINKI (AP) — Estonia is gearing up for an unusual presidential election. There’s only one candidate seeking office in Monday’s vote by the Baltic nation’s lawmakers. The lack of competition is unprecedented since Estonia, a former Soviet republic, regained independence 30 years ago. The five-year term of President Kersti Kaljulaid
Continue ReadingGreen hydrogen could be the fuel of the future. Here’s why it’s not yet a silver bullet
By Angela Dewan, CNN As the climate crisis escalates, the world is banking on carbon-free energy to achieve a future with zero greenhouse gas emissions, or a net-zero future, where we remove just as much greenhouse gas from the atmosphere as we emit. One potential form of clean energy is green hydrogen — which can
Continue Reading Evacuee: World has ‘abandoned’ Afghanistan’s new generation
By ARITZ PARRA Associated Press MADRID (AP) — Until last week, journalist Shabeer Ahmadi was busy covering the news in Afghanistan. But after a hasty and excruciating decision to leave for an uncertain future in Spain, he’s helplessly glued to news feeds on his cellphone, following every twist in the dramatic end of the evacuation
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Paralympic coverage airs on NBC for the first time on Sunday
By JOE REEDY AP Sports Writer NBC’s Olympics coverage has long been built on a foundation of human-interest stories and showcasing their road to the Games. The same philosophies will apply to the coverage of Paralympics, which will air on NBC for the first time. Sunday will mark the first time that Paralympics coverage will
Continue Reading Paralympic coverage airs on NBC for the first time on Sunday
By JOE REEDY AP Sports Writer NBC’s Olympics coverage has long been built on a foundation of human-interest stories and showcasing their road to the Games. The same philosophies will apply to the coverage of Paralympics, which will air on NBC for the first time. Sunday will mark the first time that Paralympics coverage will
Continue Reading LEADING OFF: COVID-19 sidelines more players, Webb on a roll
By The Associated Press Red Sox infielder Kiké Hernández tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday and will be sidelined indefinitely. Manager Alex Cora said Hernández is experiencing symptoms. He’ll be placed on the COVID-19 list along with second baseman Christian Arroyo, who had close contact with Hernández. Meanwhile, the Phillies placed pitcher Zach Eflin, catcher
Continue Reading Fans head back to stadiums, some with vax cards and masks
By ERIC OLSON AP College Football Writer Fans headed back into stadiums for the start of college football season. Schools are eager to let fans back in. Power Five teams bring in an average of $18.6 million annually from ticket sales in a typical year. That’s according to research by Patrick Rishe. He’s director of
Continue Reading Olivares’ HR, Perez’s slam lift Royals over M’s 8-7 in 12
By CHRIS TALBOTT Associated Press SEATTLE (AP) — Edward Olivares hit a two-run home run in the 12th inning, Salvador Perez hit a grand slam in a second straight game and the Kansas City Royals beat the Seattle Mariners 8-7. Olivares gave the Royals a chance to win twice, driving in the go-ahead run in
Continue Reading What’s the risk of indoor dining if you’re fully vaccinated? Here’s what one expert says
By Katia Hetter, CNN With Covid-19 infections at their highest levels since January and hospitalizations at a level not seen since the winter surge, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending indoor masking even for vaccinated people. While new studies show that the Covid-19 vaccines continue to provide excellent protection against severe
Continue Reading Southern fast food chain Bojangles to close for two Mondays to give staff a ‘well-deserved break’
By Rebekah Riess, CNN Fast food restaurant chain Bojangles will close all stores for two Mondays to give staff a “well-deserved break” following the challenges the restaurant industry has been facing during the pandemic, the company said. All company-owned stores will close August 30 and September 13 to allow 8,000 staff members and managers time
Continue Reading Arc de Triomphe to be wrapped for posthumous work by Christo
By JEFFREY SCHAEFFER Associated Press PARIS (AP) — Paris’ iconic Arc de Triomphe is set to be wrapped in silver and blue recyclable polypropylene fabric next month as part of a posthumous art installation designed by artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude. The idea for the installation was formed in 1961, when the collaborating couple lived in
Continue Reading Stanton slugs Yankees past A’s 8-2, Cole wins third straight
By JANIE McCAULEY AP Baseball Writer OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Giancarlo Stanton homered for a fourth straight game, Aaron Judge hit a three-run shot in front of friends and family, and the New York Yankees extended their best winning streak in nearly 60 years to 13 by slugging past the Oakland Athletics 8-2. Stanton’s 25th
Continue Reading Iraq brings together Mideast rivals in bid to ease tensions
By QASSIM ABDUL-ZAHRA and ZEINA KARAM Associated Press BAGHDAD (AP) — Arab heads of state and senior officials from the region including archenemies Iran and Saudi Arabia are meeting at a conference hosted by Iraq. The meeting aims at easing Mideast tensions and emphasizing the Arab country’s new role as mediator. Among the participants Saturday
Continue Reading Cron, Rockies outhomer Dodgers in 4-2 victory
By BETH HARRIS AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — C.J. Cron hit a mammoth, tiebreaking home run leading off the sixth inning, and the Colorado Rockies defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-2. After striking out twice, Cron sent a 482-foot shot off Andre Jackson next to the bar seating above the Dodgers’ bullpen in
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Board recommends parole for RFK assassin Sirhan Sirhan on 16th attempt
By Ray Sanchez and Cheri Mossburg, CNN Sirhan Sirhan, the man convicted of assassinating Sen. Robert F. Kennedy in 1968, was recommended for parole on Friday. After 53 years in prison, the 77-year-old inmate’s fate is now in the hands of California’s governor. Two of Kennedy’s surviving sons, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Douglas Kennedy,
Continue Reading Board recommends parole for RFK assassin Sirhan Sirhan on 16th attempt
Sirhan Sirhan, the man convicted of assassinating Sen. Robert F. Kennedy in 1968, was recommended for parole. After spending 53 year in prison, the 77-year-old inmate’s fate now rests in the hands of California Gov. Gavin Newsom. CNN’s Natasha Chen reports two of Kennedy’s surviving sons offered their support for parole during Sirhan’s 16th appearance before the parole board.
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EXPLAINER: Is New Orleans protected from a hurricane?
By JEFF AMY Associated Press New Orleans finds itself in the path of Hurricane Ida 16 years to the day after 2005’s Hurricane Katrina caused catastrophic flooding. But Ida arrives at the doorstep of a region transformed since 2005 by a giant civil works project and closer attention to flood control. The federal government spent
Continue Reading EXPLAINER: Is New Orleans protected from a hurricane?
By JEFF AMY Associated Press New Orleans finds itself in the path of Hurricane Ida 16 years to the day after 2005’s Hurricane Katrina caused catastrophic flooding. But Ida arrives at the doorstep of a region transformed since 2005 by a giant civil works project and closer attention to flood control. The federal government spent
Continue Reading Hurricane Ida forecast to strengthen as it nears Louisiana
By REBECCA SANTANA and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Residents of south Louisiana are bracing for the approach of what is expected to be a rapidly intensifying Hurricane Ida. The potent storm is expected to bring winds as high as 130 mph when it slams ashore Sunday afternoon — along with dangerous
Continue Reading Hurricane Ida forecast to strengthen as it nears Louisiana
By REBECCA SANTANA and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Residents of south Louisiana are bracing for the approach of what is expected to be a rapidly intensifying Hurricane Ida. The potent storm is expected to bring winds as high as 130 mph when it slams ashore Sunday afternoon — along with dangerous
Continue Reading Biden: Another attack likely, pledges more strikes on IS
By ROBERT BURNS Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is warning that it’s “highly likely” an Islamic State affiliate will try another attack in Afghanistan. The State Department has urged all American citizens to leave the vicinity of Kabul’s airport immediately, citing in its early morning warning a specific, credible threat. Biden has
Continue Reading Musgrove throws 3-hitter, Padres top Angels 5-0 to snap skid
By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Joe Musgrove pitched a three-hitter for his first complete game since his no-hitter and the San Diego Padres snapped their four-game skid in a 5-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels. Musgrove finished his second career complete game and shutout by allowing only one runner
Continue Reading Harris holds steady on Southeast Asia trip as crises loom
By ALEXANDRA JAFFE Associated Press HONOLULU (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris’ visit to Singapore and Vietnam was overshadowed by global events that created new challenges for her and her team. She faced questions throughout the trip about the disastrous U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. Her travel to Vietnam was delayed by potential health attacks on
Continue Reading Grandal 8 RBIs in return from IL, White Sox beat Cubs 17-13
By JAY COHEN AP Baseball Writer CHICAGO (AP) — Yasmani Grandal homered twice and drove in eight runs in his return from the injured list, and the Chicago White Sox beat the sloppy Chicago Cubs 17-13. José Abreu added three hits and two RBIs as the White Sox improved to an AL-best 43-23 at home
Continue Reading GOP rift widens amid growing hostility to Afghan refugees
By JILL COLVIN Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — As the U.S. rushes to evacuate Americans and allies from Afghanistan, a growing number of Republicans are questioning why the U.S. should take in Afghan citizens who worked side by side with Americans. It’s further exacerbating divides within the party heading into next year’s midterm elections. Former
Continue Reading Copper scores 26 points, Sky rally to beat Storm 73-69
EVERETT, Wash. (AP) — Kahleah Copper matched her career high with 26 points on 10-for-16 shooting and the Chicago Sky rallied to beat the Seattle Storm 73-69 on Friday night. The Sky have won both games against Seattle this season, with the teams set to meet again Sunday in Everett. Stefanie Dolson had 12 points
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