Report shows strong link between obesity and COVID death rate
New study says COVID deaths about 10 times higher in countries where half or more of the population is overweight.
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Another woman accuses NY governor of sexual harassment
Attorney General Letitia James said Cuomo’s office had written to her granting her request to set up an independent probe…
Senator Warren and fellow lawmakers propose Ultra-Millionaire Tax Act
Elizabeth Warren, joined by others Representatives, proposed a new wealth tax on households with a net worth of more than…
Biden will take more time to lift Venezuela sanctions, Sources says
President Joe Biden’s administration in no rush to lift Venezuela sanctions, seeks ‘serious steps’ by President Nicolas Maduro.
Canada Post sending every household a free postcard
In an effort to encourage Canadians to keep in touch during the pandemic, 13.5 million postcards going out to households…
Sources says President Obrador expected to ask Biden to share vaccines
Mexican President is expected to ask President Biden to consider sharing part of the covid vaccine supply with its poorer…
Amid internal Republican divide, Pro-Trump dominate CPAC conference
Conservative Political Action Conference ,US’s annual gathering of Republicans, has over the years served as a gauge for the direction.
World powers and Iran might go for talks over nuclear deal
Next three months will be vital for keeping Iran 2015 nuclear deal with world powers alive, Analysts says.
US multiple business executives push for Biden’s $1.9T plan
US business executives from multiple industries sent a letter to US Congressional leaders urging them to pass Biden’s COVID-19 relief…
Defrocked American priest on trial for sex abuse in Timor Leste
The trial of a defrocked priest charged with sexually abusing young girls at his shelter for orphans and children from…
Asylum seekers waiting for Biden promise to come true
President Joe Biden has promised to roll back Trump-era programme that forced migrants to remain in Mexico pending US hearings.
US orders extra scrutiny of Boeing 777s as Japan grounds some of the jets
US orders extra scrutiny of Boeing 777s with same type of engine that failed on United Airlines flight forcing return…
Amazon appeal get response as Indian SC halts Mukesh Ambani retail deal
Top Indian court verdict is a win for Amazon which says Future Group’s sale to Ambani’s Reliance Industries violates its…
Dissatisfied Republicans weigh to split
Despite the failure of United States third parties to take hold, a growing number of anti-Trump Republicans consider breaking away.
Global oil prices extend slide, investors fear refineries to remain hobbled
Investors fear that oil refineries could remain hobbled for weeks after snow storms in southern US states while OPEC+ supplies…
Home construction in US starts falling for first time in five months
Home construction starts fell for the first time in 5 months, signaling that rising real estate prices may be constraining…
Biden’s admin, Dems to unveil a major immigration overhaul
The sweeping immigration reform legislation would create an eight-year pathway to citizenship for an 11 million undocumented people.
New US admin looks to repair ties with Europe in first NATO meet
Biden’s admin will begin work of renewing relationships with European allies when NATO defence ministers participate in meetings this week.
Boeing backs fuel efficiency standards for new aircraft
Boeing Co backed fuel efficiency standards for new aircraft the first of their kind finalised by the Trump administration in…
Guantanamo prison may shut down soon
The offshore jail symbolises the excesses of the US ‘war on terror’ because of harsh interrogation methods and torture.
After COVID vaccine scandal,Peru swears in new health minister
Former President Martin Vizcarra receiving COVID-19 jab before it is widely available prompts minister’s resignation.
Wikipedia launches new global code of conduct to counter site abuses
Wikipedia will launch its first global code of conduct, seeking to address criticism that it failed to combat harassment.