WASHINGTON - A huge wind farm off the Massachusetts coast is edging closer to federal approval, setting up what the Biden administration hopes will be a model for a sharp increase in offshore wind energy development along the East Coast.The Vineyard Wind project, south of Martha's Vineyard near Cape Cod, would create 800 megawatts of electricity, enough to power 400,000 homes in New England.

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A good boy again: Biden's dog will return to the White House

WILMINGTON, Del. – There is Major breaking news: President Joe Biden’s wayward pup is no longer in the doghouse.

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Thai sniffer dogs can detect Covid-19 in sweat, project shows

BANGKOK : Thai sniffer dogs trained to detect COVID-19 in human sweat proved nearly 95% accurate during training and could be used to identify coronavirus infections at busy transport hubs within seconds, the head of a pilot project said.Six Labrador Retrievers participated in a six-month project that included unleashing them to test an infected patient's sweat on a spinning wheel of six canned vessels."The dogs take only one to two seconds to detect the virus," Professor Kaywalee Chatdarong, the leader of the project at the veterinary faculty of Thailand's Chulalongkorn University, told Reuters."Within a minute, they will manage to go through 60 samples."The dogs can detect a volatile organic compound secreted in the sweat of Covid-19

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Biden calls Afghanistan withdrawal deadline of May 1 'tough'

WASHINGTON – President Joe Biden says that it will be “tough” for the U.S. to meet a May 1 deadline to withdraw troops from Afghanistan but that the complete drawdown won’t take much longer.

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Biden to mark St. Patrick's Day virtually with Irish prime minister, praise Good Friday Agreement

WASHINGTON - President Joe Biden is marking St. Patrick’s Day as he recommits the U.S.

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Biden to mark St. Patrick's Day, praise Good Friday accord

WASHINGTON – President Joe Biden is marking St. Patrick’s Day as he recommits the U.S. to the Good Friday Agreement, which has come under increasing stress following the United Kingdom's exit from the European Union.

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US: Putin approved operations to help Trump against Biden

WASHINGTON – Russian President Vladimir Putin authorized influence operations to help Donald Trump in last November's presidential election, according to a declassified intelligence assessment that found broad efforts by the Kremlin and Iran to shape the outcome of the race but ultimately no evidence that any foreign actor changed votes or otherwise disrupted the voting process.

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In Pennsylvania, Biden showcases aid to small businesses

CHESTER, Pa. – President Joe Biden turned up at a minority-owned flooring business in suburban Philadelphia to highlight how his $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package can help small businesses and to put a face on those who have struggled throughout the pandemic.

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Biden: Cuomo should resign if investigation confirms claims

NEW YORK – President Joe Biden said Tuesday New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo should resign if the state attorney general's investigation confirms the sexual harassment allegations against him.

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How do you treat coronavirus? Here are physicians’ best strategies

A nurse dons a face mask at Houston Methodist Hospital on 4 July 2020. By Kelly Servick, Jennifer Couzin-Frankel, Catherine MatacicScience’s COVID-19 reporting is supported by the Heising-Simons Foundation.Ready or not, the patients were coming.

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Biden to hold first formal news conference next week

WASHINGTON – President Joe Biden will hold his first formal news conference on March 25 at the White House, press secretary Jen Psaki said Tuesday.

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Biden vows to reach 100 million COVID-19 vaccines in just 10 days

Yesterday President Joe Biden said in the next 10 days, he would meet his campaign promise of 100 million COVID-19 vaccine doses administered during the first 100 days of his presidency, with about 40 days to spare. He said the vaccines, along with 100 million stimulus checks, are signs that America is on the road to recovery.

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Army Corps begin $10.6 million sand renourishment project in Cocoa Beach

COCOA BEACH, Fla. – Cocoa Beach — the Space Coast’s premier tourism spot — soon will see new sands, dredged up and pumped in from shoals several miles offshore of Cape Canaveral.

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US judiciary seeks to boost judges' security at home, work

WASHINGTON – The federal judiciary says it needs to boost security for judges at home and work following a deadly shooting at a judge's home last summer, protests that damaged more than 50 courthouses around the country last year and the Jan 6. assault on the U.S. Capitol.

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Coatbridge rapper, Gary Maguinness, spreads positive mental health message with music project

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.A Coatbridge rapper has launched a unique project to encourage people across Monklands to open up about their mental health and wellbeing.Gary Maguinness, 25, aka Gary Magizmo, released his new four-song project entitled I Didn’t Kill Myself on streaming services in a bid to encourage others to open up about their feelings and combat the stigma surrounding mental health.The talented young hip-hop artist produced the emotive four-track EP, which includes the songs, I Feel, Fancy Car, Falling and Weak, in collaboration with fellow Coatbridge rapper Prophetsixfour, aka Aaron McAllister.And it has been released to fans across popular streaming sites,

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Boris Johnson faces devastating claim he thought best response to covid was to 'ignore it'

Prime Minister should have imposed a tougher lockdown last autumn to save more lives.With pressure mounting for a public inquiry into the government’s handling of covid the Downing Street spokesman refused on Tuesday to deny the words had been said.The official said: “I would point back to what the prime minister said and set out at the time.

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PR firms: Golden Globes must reform or stars will boycott

NEW YORK – More than 100 Hollywood publicity firms that collectively represent the majority of stars in film and television said they will advise their clients to skip the Golden Globes if the Hollywood Foreign Press Association does not commit to “transformational change.”

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President Joe Biden to visit Delaware County on Tuesday

DELAWARE COUNTY, Pa. - President Biden will visit Delaware County on Tuesday.The visit is part of a nationwide push highlighting the COVID-19 relief bill as well as promoting the stimulus and vaccinationsHe will visit a small business while in Delaware County. The roadshow — dubbed the "Help is Here" tour by the White House — kicked off with remarks from President Joe Biden on the White House's effort to highlight the benefits of his huge COVID relief plan.

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Do you want to help the fight against COVID-19?

favipiravir. They want to know if adding favipiravir to standard treatment can help patients recover more quickly.

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Consumer impact of media merger between Shaw and Rogers

The brunt of the merger between Rogers Communications and Shaw Communications could be felt in Western Canada, especially Alberta, because of Shaw’s presence here. Lisa MacGregor explains how consumers could end up paying more.

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Advocates seek Biden push on gun bills, but prospects iffy

WASHINGTON – After President Joe Biden’s giant COVID-19 relief bill passed Congress, he made a prime-time address to the nation and presided over a Rose Garden ceremony.

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Biden to join road show promoting relief plan with Pa. visit

LAS VEGAS – President Joe Biden is joining top messengers already crisscrossing the country to highlight the benefits of his massive COVID-19 rescue plan, in his case by promoting aid for small businesses.

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New plans released for Orange Avenue project in Winter Park

WINTER PARK, Fla. – Winter Park is considering a new look for Orange Avenue.

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Biden reportedly planning first major tax hike since 1993 in next economic package

President Biden is reportedly planning to include the first major tax hike in close to 30 years in the next economic spending bill set to follow his $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package.The next spending initiative — which is expected to be even bigger, costing as much as $4 trillion — won't rely on just government debt as a funding source and could include an increase in both the corporate tax rate and the individual rate for high-income earners, according to Bloomberg News, citing a person familiar with the matter.The planned changes include: raising the corporate tax rate to 28% from 21%, raising the income tax rate on individuals earning more than $400,000, expanding the estate tax, creating a higher capital-gains tax rate for

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Doctors’ opinions on masking more important than Trump’s: Biden

U.S. President Joe Biden said Monday that he has been advised the opinions of local doctors and medical experts are more important than former president Donald Trump on the matter of masking, even to his most fervent supporters.

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Where to stream the best picture Oscar nominees

Normally, Academy Award nominations mean an Oscar bump in box office. This year, streaming services and digital rental platforms may get a bounce.

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In early foreign policy tests, Biden takes on world as it is

WASHINGTON – President Joe Biden in his early days in office has vowed a dramatic reordering of U.S. foreign policy from his predecessor. Yet on some of the most difficult issues, he's shown a preference for using the scalpel over the sledgehammer as he implements his own agenda and tries to move away from Trumpism.

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Jamie Kennedy Hopes ‘Last Call’ Will Encourage Viewers To Connect With Their Roots During The Pandemic

Jamie Kennedy’s newest film “Last Call” is a relatable journey about finding home again, a message the 50-year-old actor hopes viewers take to heart.

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First lady Jill Biden to visit Burlington County, NJ on Monday

BURLINGTON COUNTY, N.J. - First Lady Jill Biden is making a visit to Burlington County, New Jersey on Monday.The First Lady will tour a school in the afternoon. The nature of the visit is not yet known. Afterward, she's expected to deliver remarks with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy.Her visit to the area comes just a day before President Joe Biden is expected to visit Delaware County, Pennsylvania. Last week, President Biden directed states to make all adults eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine no later than May 1.

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President Biden to name Sperling to oversee COVID-19 relief package

Gene Sperling, a veteran of the Clinton and Obama administrations, will lead the oversight for distributing funds from President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion coronavirus rescue package, a White House official said Monday.

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The connection between pandemic practices and flu declines

Wearing masks and staying socially distant have been main practices during the pandemic. RUH clinical microbiologist Dr. Joseph Blondeau tells the changes reduced flu numbers to levels he’s never seen.

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The biggest snubs and surprises in the Oscar nominations

It’s a rare year when most of the Oscar nomination surprises are good ones, but 2020 was also a rare year for moviegoing and awards campaigns. Perhaps it shouldn’t be a surprise in a year where we watched everything from our couches that Netflix, the most popular streaming service, walked away with the most nominations by far. But there were still some shockers Monday morning.

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Deb Haaland: Biden's pick for interior secretary faces final historic vote

WASHINGTON - The Senate is set to vote Monday on the likely confirmation of Deb Haaland, President Joe Biden’s pick as interior secretary. The historic move would make her the first Native American to lead a Cabinet agency.Earlier this month, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee approved Haaland's nomination, 11-9, sending it to the Senate floor.

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Biden, Harris and others to promote COVID-19 relief plan's benefits

WASHINGTON - President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and their spouses are opening an ambitious, cross-country tour this week to highlight the benefits of his $1.9 trillion plan to defeat the coronavirus and boost the economy.The roadshow — dubbed the "Help is Here" tour by the White House — begins Monday with Harris heading to a COVID-19 vaccination site and a culinary academy in Las Vegas and first lady Jill Biden touring a New Jersey elementary school.The president will have more to say about the plan Monday at the White House, and he plans to visit a small business in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday.

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‘Biggest financial crunch I’ve ever faced’: A year living on COVID-19 recovery benefits

coronavirus spread across the country, Connie Kuipers knew she would need financial help immediately.The Toronto, Ont. native, who was making a living cleaning homes and Airbnb suites, saw her client list quickly dry up.

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EPF investment rises to Rs1.69 trillion in FY20; withdrawals went up post covid

Also Read | How India tightened the noose around OTTHowever, post covid, many people have opted to withdraw money from EPF as they faced a cash crunch.Replying to another question, Gangwar said that withdrawals from EPF in April-December 2020 stood at Rs73,498 crore. The figure for April-December 2019 was Rs55,125 crore.

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Chicago parish fiercely backs priest after sex abuse claims

CHICAGO – When her teenage son was murdered outside a church in 2006, Pam Bosley contacted ministers around Chicago, hoping someone would help make sense of it.

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1st US ministers' Japan visit under Biden to focus on China

TOKYO – Concerns about China's growing influence in the region is expected to be a main focus when two ministers of President Joe Biden's administration visits Japan for their first in-person talks with their Japanese counterparts.

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Covid-19 update: With 26,291 new cases, India records biggest spike in nearly three months

Covid-19 tally with 26,291 more people testing positive for the virus, according to the Union health ministry. This is the biggest jump in daily new cases in nearly three months.As many as 26,624 new infections were recorded on 20 December last year.

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Biden, Harris and others to promote relief plan's benefits

WASHINGTON – Let the sales push begin.

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Biden breaks his silence on Cuomo sexual harassment scandal, declines to call for his resignation

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Biden declines to call for Cuomo to resign, awaits probe

WASHINGTON – President Joe Biden on Sunday passed up an opportunity to join other Democrats calling for the resignation of New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who is under investigation after multiple allegations of sexual harassment.

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Gas prices jump 25 cents in two weeks

CAMARILLO, Calif. - The average U.S. price of regular-grade gasoline jumped 25 cents a gallon over the past three weeks to $2.89. Industry analyst Trilby Lundberg of the Lundberg Survey said Sunday the price spike is due to higher crude oil costs, the lingering effect of power outages that caused several Texas refineries to shut down or reduce operations last month and surging prices on credits for a renewable fuel.The price at the pump has climbed 72 cents since Nov.

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Award-winning Ayr classical artist releases new album to give listeners a boost amid the ongoing pandemic

Ayr, has compiled songs which have a special place in her heart including favourites such as Come What May’ from Moulin Rouge; Never Enough from The Greatest Showman and the first song she learned to sing – Somewhere Over The Rainbow.Nicola, who is due to give birth to her first child next month, said: “It’s something I’ve always wanted to do was make an album.“I have lots of people asking me all the time, ‘where can we can buy your CD’ and I would always have to say, ‘oh I don’t actually have one’.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and

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The difference between COVID-19 vaccine efficacy and effectiveness

COVID-19 vaccines, health officials are advising to take the first one made available to you despite its efficacy rate.Experts say a vaccine’s effectiveness and efficacy are two different things.Efficacy refers to how well a drug, in this case, a vaccine, works under controlled circumstance such as a clinical trial. Effectiveness refers to how well that drug or vaccine works in the real world.Dr.

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Fauci backs Biden pledge of normal Fourth of July, 3 million vaccines per day

Biden’s projection that Americans can achieve some sense of normalcy by July 4, citing the increasing number of coronavirus vaccines administered each day.The Biden administration achieved a major milestone when approximately 3 million vaccinations were administered in one day – a target that has been touted as the tipping point for the program.Maintaining that rate would likely allow Biden to achieve his goal of normal Fourth of July celebrations.White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki downplayed Biden’s pledge, calling it "a baby step towards" normalcy, but Fauci supported Biden’s timeline.Gov.

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Taoiseach to discuss Covid vaccinations with Biden

The Taoiseach has said he will discuss Covid-19 vaccinations with US President Joe Biden when the two leaders hold a virtual meeting on St Patrick's Day.

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Maharashtra: Biggest spike in daily COVID-19 tally in 2021; curfew in several places. Key updates

Night curfew in Latur: In the view of rising number of coronavirus cases, the officials imposed a night curfew between 8 pm and 5 am in Latur. All weekly markets will remain shut till 31 March, according to the official order, reported PTI.

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