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Neil Young has said he won’t perform at this year’s Farm Aid event because of his ongoing concerns over COVID-19.Young confirmed the news in response to a fan letter on his Neil Young Archives site that said: “I am not ready for that yet. I don’t think it is safe in the pandemic,” he wrote, adding, “I miss it very much.”The veteran artist co-founded the yearly benefit concert to support American farmers.

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stroke.On Monday, Wolfe, 58, told People that he hopes fans will keep Fritz, 56, in “their thoughts and prayers.”“The most important thing is that we allow him time to heal and giving [sic] him the space to do so,” he said.Fritz was hospitalized earlier this month and, last week, Wolfe spoke about the news to his fans on Instagram.“I have been very private in the past year in regards to Franks [sic] life and the journey he’s been on,” Wolfe wrote on social media at the time. “There has been lots of opinions in regards to mine and Frank’s friendship and the show but now is not the time to set the record straight. Now is the time to pray for my friend.”He continued, “Frank has suffered a stroke and is in the hospital.

MERCER COUNTY, N.J. - A suspicious death investigation is underway after officials say a burned body was found in Mercer County Tuesday morning.Police responded after receiving calls about what appeared to be human remains by a cemetery in the Clover Avenue area.A severely burned body was reportedly found when officers arrived on the scene.Officials are investigating the death, and say an autopsy is pending.Anyone with information is asked to call the Mercer County Homicide Task Force at 609-989-6406.

HAIFA BAY, Israel - From afar, it looks like white dots scattered across the water, but up close, those are actually jellyfish— too many of them to count. The stunning video near Haifa Bay, Israel was released by the Nature and Parks Authority.Authorities said on Twitter that human activity contributed to the multiplication of jellyfish including climate change, pollution, dumping waste into the sea and harming predators of jellyfish such as sea turtles.RELATED: Birmingham Zoo: Lioness killed while meeting male lionAccording to Reuters, the jellyfish are posing a nuisance by keeping swimmers away and clogging desalination plants and industrial fishing nets."The water gets hotter and hotter and we can see more and more jellyfish," Guy Lavian, a marine ranger with the Israel Nature and Parks Authority, told Reuters. "They cause real damage here.

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Police Department's homicide detectives are investigating a shooting that left a man dead on Tuesday afternoon. According to police, the shooting occurred just before 1 p.m.

Police say they are searching for the car shown in this image. The driver of the vehicle is wanted in connection with a fatal hit-and-run on I-95.  (Pennsylvania State Pol)UPPER CHICHESTER TOWNSHIP, Pa. - Police in Upper Chichester Township are investigating a fatal hit-and-run, authorities say. According to Pennsylvania State Police, troopers responded to mile marker 2.4 on I-95 Northbound in Upper Chichester Township on Saturday around 9:12 p.m. Authorities say troopers arrived on scene and found a motorcycle, pick-up truck and a 44-year-old man struck by another vehicle. The man was pronounced dead on scene, officials say. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESInvestigators say it was determined that a blue Ford F-150 traveling in the right lane of I-95 north swerved onto the shoulder, striking two vehicles and the 44-year-old man. According to police, the blue F-150 also failed to stop and it fled onto Exit 3. Anyone with information on the deadly hit-and-run is urged to contact Pennsylvania State Trooper Walter at 484-840-1000.

Vicky Pattison turned up the heat as she showcased her killer curves in a tiny mocha brown string bikini as she soaked up the sun in the heart of Croatia.The former Geordie Shore star, 34, looked effortlessly glamorous as she jumped into the miniature two-piece which was held together string before she struck a pose at the tropical beach.Her skimpy swimwear clung to her curves and perfectly framed her toned tummy as her high-waisted bottoms accentuated her enviably long legs.READ MORE:Vicky Pattison fears 'genetic alcoholism' is preventing her from having kidsShe paired her chocolate brown bikini with a bespoke gold necklace that featured her close pals name in cursive scripture.Vicky let her hair tumble down her back as she pursed her lips in a classic pout while she enjoyed the stunning sights of the beautiful location.The starlet finished off the jaw-dropping look with a full face of natural makeup, including lashings of black mascara, a touch of bronzer and a swipe of nude pink lipstick.She is currently making the most of her summer holiday with her fiancé, Ercan Ramadan who landed on the tropical island on Tuesday (July 26).It comes after the 2015 I’m A Celebrity winner opened up about her fears around alcoholism following her father's addiction to drink throughout her childhood.In her latest emotional Channel 4 documentary, Vicky Pattison: My Dad, Alcohol And Me, the TV personality explores the medical and psychological sides to alcoholism. She ventured on the eye-opening journey in an effort to find out how genes and behaviour can lead to a predisposition to addiction as well to learn about how to best support her father.

Joe Biden had said on Monday that he's “feeling better every day" as he recovering from Covid infection. He also said that the White House plans to hold a summit on Tuesday to discuss developing a new generation of vaccines that could more effectively guard against contagious variants. According to official documents, Biden took his fifth and final dose of Paxlovid, which is intended to prevent severe symptoms from Covid-19, on Monday night.

Pope Francis has arrived at Edmonton’s Commonwealth Stadium, where he is to give a public mass to an estimated 70,000 people.

WASHINGTON - Ongoing food monitoring by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration of toxic heavy metals like lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury revealed some concerning levels in the U.S.

Police looking for a man they say robbed a woman walking her dog. PHILADELPHIA - A Good Samaritan's brave act almost made them the victim of a shooting on a Center City street earlier this month.Police say a woman was walking her dog on the 700 block of Taney Street on July 12 when a man robbed her at gunpoint, taking her purse.A passerby started yelling as they saw the suspect following the woman, according to police.When they started walking towards the scene, the suspect reportedly fired his handgun in that direction.

Gaten Matarazzo is branching out! After breaking big in TV and on Broadway, the actor is set to star in his first feature film,, streaming Friday on Paramount+.Starring opposite Angourie Rice and Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Matarazzo plays Michael, a high school student who finds himself targeted by a classmate (Rice) who is determined to sabotage his chances at a coveted college recommendation. In a classic rom-com twist, of course -- romance ensues. «I have been trying to expand, more than anything,» Matarazzo tells ET's Will Marfuggi of his role selection.

Shopify, the Canadian e-commerce giant that was once the country’s most valuable company, is laying off roughly 1,000 employees or 10 per cent of its workforce.

(Credit: Provided images/Enjoy Life Natural Brands LLC) CHICAGO - A healthy food brand selling snacks and baked goods has expanded a voluntary recall of certain products sold in many major U.S. retail stores, including Trader Joe’s and Walmart, due to the potential presence of "hard plastic pieces."Enjoy Life Natural Brands LLC first announced the recall on June 30 after an internal investigation revealed the possible issue in certain soft-baked cookies, chewy bars, and brownie bites.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. - A Florida man is missing an eye after he was apprehended by a K9 following a traffic stop.  Terrell Bradley, 30, said his finger was also chewed up after he was apprehended by a Gainesville Police K9 following a traffic stop. After an investigation, the Gainesville Police Department has temporarily taken the K9 off duty. According to Gainesville Police, an officer tried to stop Bradley for a traffic violation two weeks ago.

Tesla vehicles are charging at a super charging station in Parsippany, New Jersey on May 06, 2021. - With more electrical models soon hitting showrooms, the focus will shift to consumer willingness to pivot to electric cars at a time when conventiona TRENTON, N.J. - The State of New Jersey is offering incentives for people who purchase electric cars in the third year of the state's Charge-Up New Jersey Program. In addition to the announcement about the electric vehicle incentive program, Murphy also unveiled the state's new residential electric vehicle charger program. PREVIOUS: NJ sets new goal for electric cars, offers incentiveThe Murphy Administration says Charge-Up New Jersey program and the Residential Charger Program are key parts of landmark legislation in the state that focuses on combating climate change.

LAS VEGAS - The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is seeking help to identify an attempted murder suspect who was recorded on a garage security camera pulling out a gun and trying to shoot a man after a botched robbery in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Sunday.Authorities said the unidentified suspect approached the victim’s vehicle as he was parking in a garage and demanded his belongings. The victim then ran across the street, and the suspect followed closely behind, ultimately pulling out a gun and pointing it at the victim.The homeowner narrowly escapes being shot after the suspect's gun failed to fire, police said.Las Vegas police said the suspect then entered a nearby vehicle and fled. NO SHOOTING ON LAS VEGAS STRIP DESPITE MASS PANIC AT CASINOS, OUTSIDE HOTELS: POLICEAuthorities also provided Ring security video of the incident.

NEW DELHI : The Indian government had announced that beneficiaries between the age group of 18-59 are eligible to receive free of cost booster dose or precaution dose of vaccine against Covid-19 at all government clinic in celebration of India completing 75 years of Independence. The provision is set to last till 15 August.  The drive 'Covid Vaccination Amrit Mahotsava', aimed at boosting the uptake of Covid precaution doses among eligible population, is being held as part of the government's Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav to celebrate the 75th anniversary of India's Independence.

Suspect sought in North Philadelphia robbery.

EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, N.J. - Police in Egg Harbor Township say a Philadelphia man has been arrested for an attempted luring of a child. According to authorities, police responded to Graef's Boat Yard at 101 Longport Boulevard on Sunday at 5:46 p.m.Officers met with two civilians who run a YouTube channel dedicated to catching child predators, police say. According to investigators, the YouTubers posed as an underage girl and they had messages they exchanged with 57-year-old Roger Tomes of Philadelphia. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESTomes thought he was communicating with a 15-year-old girl who he told to meet him on his boat in Egg Harbor Township to engage in sexual and illegal activities, police say. Police arrested Tomes and charged him with luring, according to officials. According to the Egg Harbor Township Police Chief, Tomes could face up to ten years in prison and a penalty of up to $150,000 if convicted. Anyone with any additional information is urged to contact police at 609-652-1234. 

Roman Kemp has been praised for normalising his debilitating health condition. The Celebrity Gogglebox offered a distressing insight into his battle with sleep apnea last night.

Maharashtra had reported a spike in Covid deaths, which almost doubled from Monday. On Tuesday Maharashtra reported 12 Covid deaths as opposed to six on Monday.

Omicron BA.5 reportedly has been driving a surge of new infections globally and has shown to be particularly good at evading the immune protection afforded either by vaccination or prior infection, according to Reuters. As per the data, Omicron subvariant BA.4 was estimated to make up 12.9% of the circulating variants in the United States. Additionally, the US Food and Drug Administration has asked vaccine manufacturers to target the two currently dominant subvariants for a potential fall season booster dose.

 FILE - A Hawaiian monk sea is pictured in a file image. (Photo by: Andre Seale/VW PICS/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) HONOLULU - A woman swimming at Honolulu’s Waikiki beach was injured this weekend after encountering a nursing Hawaiian monk seal with a young pup.The incident was reported Sunday morning near Kaimana Beach in Waikiki, officials said.

Lanarkshire MP Margaret Ferrier has been accused of failing to tell Test and Protect that she attended the Houses of Parliament.

Vladimir Putin because they fear further health scares. Rumours have been circulating about the Russian tyrant's health since he launched his invasion of Ukraine in February. There have been suggestions of cancer, Parkinson's disease or both, and intelligence sources have claimed he has undergone major surgery in recent months.

Police looking for suspect in Kensington homicide. PHILADELPHIA - Police are searching for a homicide suspect, and asking for the public's help to identify him.A 23-year-old man was shot to death on the 600 block of Lippincott Street on July 6.Surveillance footage shows a man police are calling a suspect following the shooting.The suspect runs to Allegheny Avenue, where he is seen smiling as he boards a SEPTA bus.

An MP accused of putting people at risk by travelling between Glasgow and London by train with coronavirus symptoms did not tell NHS Test and Protect officials she went into Parliament, a court has heard.

US WNBA basketball superstar Brittney Griner reacts inside a defendant's cage before a hearing at the Khimki Court, outside Moscow on July 26, 2022. (Photo by ALEXANDER ZEMLIANICHENKO/POOL/AFP via Getty Images) KHIMKI, Russia - American basketball star Brittney Griner returned to a Russian courtroom on Tuesday for her drawn-out trial on drug charges that could bring her 10 years in prison if convicted.The trial of the two-time Olympic gold medalist and Phoenix Mercury standout began July 1 but only four sessions have been held, some them lasting only a few hours.

PHILADELPHIA - Three men were hospitalized early Tuesday morning after being shot in a drive-by shooting in Kensington, according to police. Authorities say the shooting occurred just before 2 a.m. Philadelphia Chief Inspector Scott Small told reporters that officers responded to reports of a shooting on the 2500 block of Kensington Avenue. When police and medics arrived, they found a 34-year-old man with gunshot wounds to his legs. He was taken to Temple University Hospital, where he is in stable condition, per police. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESInvestigators later learned that a 25-year-old man and a 49-year-old man showed up at Episcopal Hospital with gunshot wounds, police say. According to Small, the 25-year-old was shot in the hand and leg and the 49-year-old man was shot in the leg. Authorities say they know all three victims were shot on the 2500 block of Kensington Avenue. According to officials, the 25-year-old was inside a mini-mart playing lottery games when he was struck by stray gunfire. Small says the 49-year-old is homeless and was asleep on the street when he was also struck. Authorities say the 34-year-old who was shot is an employee of the minimart who was outside talking to customers when he was shot. At least five gunshots were fired, according to police. The mini-mart has cameras and captured the shooting, Small says. According to investigators, the surveillance shows a light-colored four-door Sedan going north on Kensington Avenue with a person firing the gun from the back seat of the driver's side. 

CHAMBERSBURG, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 17: Republican gubernatorial candidate Doug Mastriano gives a victory speech at his election-night party at The Orchards on May 17, 2022 in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. Mastriano, who was the front runner heading into HARRISBURG, Pa. - Republicans are warming up to Doug Mastriano.When he crushed a nine-person field to win the GOP nomination for Pennsylvania governor in May, some in the party warned that Mastriano's far-right views on everything from abortion to the 2020 presidential election would squander an otherwise attainable seat in a critical battleground state.

SAN JOSE, Calif. - WARNING: Images in this story are graphic and disturbing. Anthony Paredes never missed a chance to show off his voice.Even as he struggled to keep his rocky life on track, the 41-year-old sang every Sunday at church, belted out tunes at family functions and loved karaoke.But his voice was forever damaged two years ago when a San Jose police K-9 sunk its teeth into his throat and held on for a full minute, shredding his windpipe and fracturing thyroid cartilage.Parades was suspected of helping his girlfriend in a robbery and he was hiding in a trash bin when police deployed their German shepherd, Tex, to apprehend him.Body-worn camera footage obtained by KTVU shows the fateful encounter in graphic detail, blood covering Paredes’ face as the dog thrashed its head side-to-side.Anthony Paredes ran from police after his girlfriend stole tequila and he threated to hurt a Safeway employee. San Jose police deployed a K-9.

JAIPUR : Rajasthan has been witnessing a sudden rise in coronavirus cases in the past few days. The state's Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Tuesday urged the residents of the state to maintain caution and get the precaution dose. The CM urged people to get both the vaccines against coronavirus as well as the precaution dose.