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Cuban protests demand freedom, food, covid-19 vaccines

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Stirling awaits final decision on Level Zero and 'Freedom Day' relaxing of Covid restrictions

Join thousands of others in getting the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox.A decision will be taken on Stirling’s Covid ‘Freedom Day’ next week as the country continues to battle a surge in cases.The region is set to move into the lowest level of coronavirus restrictions from July 19 before dropping almost all restrictions on August 9.But in the wake of a rise in cases across the country the easing of restrictions from that date has not been confirmed.First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said wearing face coverings, physical distancing and hand hygiene would be likely to “continue to be important”.She added: “No matter what our decision is next week about the move to Level 0, there won’t be an abrupt end to these basic

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Covid in Scotland LIVE as Nicola Sturgeon admits there is no date set in stone for 'Freedom Day'

Covid restrictions will be dictated by the number of cases across the country, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said, as she admitted the August 9 'Freedom Day' date is not set in stone. Sturgeon has expressed confidence that the country can move into Level 0 together on July 19, albeit with some restrictions remaining.But she has stopped short of announcing a sweeping end to lockdown and said the Scottish Government must follow the data.

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Ayrshire ranked amongst Europe's top 10 Covid hotspots as doubts raised over August 9 'Freedom Day'

Ayrshire is one of the top Covid hotspots in Europe as one of five health boards in Scotland making a concerning list.World health officials have collected data which has ranked the worst rates of coronavirus across the continent – with over half the list made up of Scottish towns and cities as cases continue to surge.The list has put the Scottish Government on high alert as doubts over 'Freedom Day', scheduled for August 9, have become apparent.Over a period of 14 days, NHS Ayrshire & Arran has shown a case rate of 602 per 100,000 leaving it 10th on a list that includes Tayside (1,146), Lothian (1,079) Greater Glasgow and Clyde (824) and Fife (646).

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Freedom Day delay fears as Scotland found to have majority of Europe's Covid hotspots

remaining lockdown restrictions could be eased more slowly north of the border, while they are scrapped almost entirely in England, due to rising case numbers. All of Scotland's council areas are due to be placed at Level 0 of lockdown as of July 19, with social distancing rules abolished by August 9.

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First lady Dr. Jill Biden to visit Philadelphia for Celebration of Freedom ceremony on July 4

PHILADELPHIA - First lady Dr. Jill Biden will visit Philadelphia on July 4.Mayor Jim Kenney announced Friday that Dr.

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Covid in Scotland LIVE as Nicola Sturgeon set to give Freedom Day briefing later

Nicola Sturgeon is set to issue an update on ‘Freedom Day’ and the latest coronavirus situation in the Scottish Parliament later today.

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West Lothian above national average for Covid-19 as the county waits for news on Freedom Day

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Nicola Sturgeon covid update LIVE as decision on Scotland 'Freedom Day' to be made next week

First Minister said restrictions are likely to be paused for three weeks while the vaccination programme is ramped up across the country.Covid testing and vaccines have been ramped up in order to stem the spread and prevent a dramatic increase in hospital admissions.In the last 24 hours two Scots have sadly passed away after testing positive for covid.Meanwhile, down at Westminster Boris Johnson will be dealing with the fallout after his decision to delay 'Freedom Day' in England by four weeks.The rise in cases due to the Delta strain has meant a new date has been set for July 19.The UK's agreed a trade deal with Australia earlier today.It was the first trade deal negotiated fully since the UK's exit from the European Union. To sign up to

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US hits China and others for repressing religious freedom

WASHINGTON – The Biden administration on Wednesday took aim at China and a number of other countries for repressing religious freedom as it forges ahead with its aim of restoring human rights as a primary focus of American foreign policy.

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'Day of freedom' as parts of society reopen

Tánaiste Leo Varadkar has said that today is "a day of freedom" as society partially reopens and people can travel freely across the country.

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Florida adds Freedom Week for tax free shopping on sporting good items, museum tickets

Have an eye on a new fishing pole or a kayak? How about a seasonal pass to your favorite museum? Wait for Freedom Week on that big ticket purchase and you can save some money during the sales tax free holiday.

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Covid travel warning as police brace for 'Freedom Friday' rush on Ayrshire roads

Ayrshire's top police officer has issued a Covid warning as travel restrictions ease today.Chief Superintendent Faroque Hussain says the public must visit beauty spots "safely and respectfully" as roads start to flow with visitors again.Today marks the return of travel being permitted outwith local authority boundaries and police are expecting an influx on our roads.Ch Supt Hussain said: “I would like to thank the vast majority of people who are sticking to the rules to suppress the spread of coronavirus."The sacrifices people have made have allowed some restrictions around travel and gatherings to be eased."We are going to see increased traffic on our roads and if you are visiting beauty spots then I would urge you to please do so safely

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Freedom of Information reveals over 200 children tested positive for Covid-19 in West Lothian schools during March

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‘He knew he was innocent’: Crosley Green’s freedom is up to court of appeals

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – Crosley Green walked out of the Calhoun Correctional Facility Wednesday night and hugged his son for the first time in nearly 32 years, but while his freedom is within reach he is awaiting an appeals court decision that could again alter the course of his life.

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Retired FSU Coach Bobby Bowden awarded Florida Medal of Freedom

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis honored former Florida State University Coach Bobby Bowden with the inaugural Florida Medal of Freedom during a ceremony at the governor’s mansion Wednesday afternoon.

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Freedom Ride, nonprofit that offers therapeutic horseback rides, now on the move

ORLANDO, Fla. – For many Central Florida nonprofits, location is everything.

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More than 50 arrested in Belarus 'Freedom Day' protest

KYIV – Protesters calling for the resignation of Belarus’ authoritarian president marched in small groups Thursday throughout the capital of Minsk, the first sizable turnout of demonstrators since weeks of protest rocked the country last year.

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Freedom of Information request reveals over 150 pupils from 45 West Lothian schools test positive for Covid-19 in two months

a previous FOI we sent to Public Health Scotland, that revealed that there were 294 pupils across 55 schools in the nine months from March 2020 to January 2021.The secondary schools with pupils returning positive coronavirus infections in January and February were: Armadale Academy, Bathgate Academy, Broxburn Academy, Deans Community High School, Inveralmond Community High School, James Young High School, Linlithgow Academy, St Kentigern’s Academy, St Margaret’s Academy, West Calder High School and Whitburn Academy.And the primary schools were: Balbardie Primary School, Blackridge Primary School, Carmonddean Primary School, Croftmalloch Primary School, Dedridge Primary School, Eastertoun Primary School, Falla Hill Primary School, Harrysmuir

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Pfizer wants to make Covid vaccine in India if faster clearance, export freedom assured

NEW DELHI : Pfizer Inc has told the Indian government it wants to produce its coronavirus vaccine locally if assured of faster regulatory clearance and freedom on pricing and exports, two sources with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters.The US company pulled an application last month seeking emergency approval for its product in India after the drug regulator declined its request to skip a small local safety trial.

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Gibraltar, a vaccine champion, launches 'Operation Freedom'

Maskless parents pick up smiling Cinderellas, Harry Potters and hedgehogs from schools that reopened after a two-month hiatus just in time for World Book Day’s costume display. Following weeks under lockdown, a soccer team resumes training at the stadium. Coffee shops and pubs have finally raised their blinds, eager to welcome locals and eyeing the return of tourists.

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Roy Green: Proof of vaccination in exchange for mask freedom?

vaccinated against COVID-19.I miss what I couldn’t abide until recently, I wrote at the time, “things like a crowded elevator or sitting beside chattering and chewing patrons at sporting events or the movies. I detest the current reality of standing on spots while waiting to reach a cashier at the supermarket.” Roy Green — Why I will agree to be vaccinated (Dec.

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Judge questions whether B.C.’s top doctor appreciated right to religious freedom

COVID-19 restrictions against the charter right to freedom of religion, a lawyer for the province’s attorney general has told the B.C. Supreme Court.In a hearing over a petition challenging Dr.

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Lawyer for B.C. churches says in-person gatherings important to religious freedom

COVID-19 restrictions substantially interfere with his clients’ rights to freedom of religion under the Canadian charter.Paul Jaffe told the B.C.

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Freedom of Information request reveals Covid-19 capacity levels reducing at St John’s Hospital in Livingston

were nearing their 100 bed capacity in October last year but were able to create extra space at the hospital at the time, without having to create an extra ward or increase the overall capacity of 100.

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Feb. 1 marks National Freedom Day, observing the end of slavery

Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller's sculpture at Harriet Tubman Square in Boston (Photo by Erin Clark/The Boston Globe via Getty Images) Black History Month will commence on Feb. 1 with National Freedom Day, a day of observance that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States.The day marks the signing of a resolution between former President Abraham Lincoln and Congress that became the 13th Amendment, outlawing slavery.

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Universal Orlando offers first-ever military freedom pass

ORLANDO, Fla – Universal Orlando is now offering the first-ever Military Freedom Pass for active, and retired military members and their families.

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Navalny ally vows to press for his freedom despite crackdown

MOSCOW – A top ally of Alexei Navalny vowed Tuesday to keep up the fight to free the jailed Russian opposition leader and his battle to influence this year's parliamentary election despite a government crackdown on nationwide protests and its attempts to create a climate of fear.

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Covid-19 and the long road to freedom

The tide is beginning to turn in the fight against coronavirus here.

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Belichick won't get Presidential Medal of Freedom after all

New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick said on Monday night that he will not receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom, saying “remaining true to the people, team and country I love outweigh the benefits of any individual award.”In a one-paragraph statement, the six-time Super Bowl winning coach did not say explicitly that he had turned down the offer from President Donald Trump, instead explaining “the decision has been made not to move forward with the award” in the wake of last week's deadly siege on the U.S.

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Patriots coach Bill Belichick declines Presidential Medal of Freedom in wake of pro-Trump Capitol riot

Head coach Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots complains to officials during a 24-3 Los Angeles Rams win at SoFi Stadium on December 10, 2020 in Inglewood, California. WASHINGTON (AP) - New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick said on Monday night that he will not receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom, saying "remaining true to the people, team and country I love outweigh the benefits of any individual award."In a one-paragraph statement, the six-time Super Bowl winning coach did not say explicitly that he had turned down the offer from President Donald Trump, instead explaining "the decision has been made not to move forward with the award" in the wake of last week's deadly siege on the U.S.

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Trump to honor Belichick with Presidential Medal of Freedom

WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump will present one of the nation's highest civilian honors to Bill Belichick, the football coach of the New England Patriots and the only coach to win six Super Bowl titles.The presentation of the Presidential Medal of Freedom is expected Thursday, a White House official confirmed on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss the matter publicly.Trump and Belichick have known each other for several years with Trump before his campaign victory in 2016 reading a letter of praise from Belichick at a New Hampshire rally.

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Freedom of Information request reveals that four West Lothian schools were struck by significant Covid-19 outbreaks

Ogilvie School Campus in November, can lead to the school closing for a period of time.

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Trump to award Medal of Freedom to allies Rep. Devin Nunes and Rep. Jim Jordan

WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump is set to present one of the nation's highest civilian honors to two of his most outspoken congressional allies, California Rep. Devin Nunes and Ohio Rep.

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Trump rewarding allies Nunes, Jordan with Medal of Freedom

WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump is set to present one of the nation's highest civilian honors to two of his most outspoken congressional allies, California Rep. Devin Nunes and Ohio Rep.

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Freedom passports 'get go ahead' so Brits who test negative can go to work and pub

Covid ‘passports’ which would allow Brits testing negative to go to pubs, schools and work are now in development, according to a new report.

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Freedom of Information request reveals West Lothian Council's £641,500 spend on the Spaces for People project

Sign up to the weekly West Lothian Courier newsletter for the latest West Lothian news and sport.The Courier can reveal exactly where West Lothian Council spent the £600,000 pot from the Spaces for People programme.We sent a Freedom of Information request to the council asking how they spent the money for the Covid-19 social distancing scheme in the county.It has been revealed that the much maligned temporary 20mph speed limits on the roads cost the council £75,000 to install.Creating cycle friendly zones on rural roads with 40mph speed limits cost another £82,900.The highest spend was £142,300 creating temporary cycle lanes and other measures like the socially distanced bus stops cost £36,000.Last week local man Lorenzo Franchitti handed

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Myon Burrell enjoys 1st days of freedom after prison release

MINNEAPOLIS – For nearly two decades, Myon Burrell had nothing but time.Locked up for life at 16 for a high-profile murder he swore he had nothing to do with, he was stuck in a tiny cell without even a window to watch the seasons change. The years dragged on slowly, and he saw the bodies of once-robust men age and decay.Still, he couldn’t help wishing that the outside world would slow down.

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Matthew McConaughey Talks Cancel Culture, Freedom Of Speech & Trying To See The Positives Amid Pandemic

Matthew McConaughey discussed the coronavirus pandemic, politics, and more in a “Good Morning Britain” interview Tuesday.

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Selena Gomez found 'freedom' in speaking out about her mental health struggles

Selena Gomez from staying true to herself when it comes to her work. In fact, authenticity is a driving force for the singer, actress and Rare Beauty creator.Speaking at the virtual Teen Vogue Summit on Saturday, Dec.

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President Trump awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Lou Holtz

FILE - Former football coach Lou Holtz arrives for a news conference with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on September 4, 2020 in Washington, DC.

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Ex-coach Lou Holtz to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom

WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump will award the nation's highest civilian honor on Thursday to former college football coach and political ally Lou Holtz.Holtz, who had a storied 34-year coaching career that included winning the 1988 national title at the University of Notre Dame, was to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom in a private ceremony in the Oval Office.Trump announced in September that he would bestow the honor on Holtz, an outspoken backer of the president.Holtz had an impressive 249-132-7 record over a career that included head coaching jobs at William & Mary, North Carolina State, the University of Arkansas, the University of Minnesota, and the University of South Carolina.

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President Trump to award Lou Holtz with Medal of Freedom

ORLANDO, Fla. – Long-time Orlando resident and legendary football coach Lou Holtz will be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom Thursday.President Donald Trump is expected to award Holtz the nation’s highest civilian honor during a ceremony at the White House.Holtz, 83, spent 34 years coaching both college and professional football teams and is perhaps best known for an 11-season stint as Notre Dame’s head coach.

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Michael Gove says Covid-19 vaccine 'freedom passport' isn't going to happen

Michael Gove says a Covid-19 vaccine 'freedom passport' isn't being planned, despite the vaccines minister saying yesterday that it was.

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AP Exclusive: Letter from Venezuelan jail: 'Give me freedom'

CARACAS – A U.S. oil executive jailed for three years in Venezuela said all he hopes for is a fair trial so that he can walk free with his name cleared and go home to his family in the United States.In a letter from prison provided exclusively to The Associated Press, Tomeu Vadell said it's especially painful to be separated during the Thanksgiving season from from his wife, three adult children and a newborn grandson he’s never held.“Before living this tragedy, these celebrations were very special times for our family,” Vadell wrote, saying he embraced the traditional American holiday after moving in 1999 from Caracas to Lake Charles, Louisiana, for a job with Venezuelan-owned Citgo.

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Covid 'freedom passes' for Brits who test negative for coronavirus twice in a week

Covid-19 negative when regularly tested, allowing them to enjoy a more "normal" life after eight months of lockdown.The finer details of the scheme are said to be presently being finalised by government officials in Whitehall – with the hope the new passes will help the country return to normal from early next year.While it is expected the passes will become obsolete once Covid-19 vaccinations have been distributed across the UK – making the freedom pass something of a stop-gap in the interim as the public await appointment allocations for vaccinations.The Daily Mail reports that the proposed passes would allow people to visit family and friends without the need for social distancing - and would also do away with the need for wearing

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Freedom March in St. Thomas, Ont., involves controversial pastor

For the second weekend in a row, Pastor Henry Hildebrandt joined a self-proclaimed civil liberties group calling for the end of lockdown measures they say infringe on human rights. Morganne Campbell has more in this report.

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Covid 90-day 'freedom pass' could see Brits return to football matches and gigs

Three-month freedom passes for those who have recovered from coronavirus could allow Brits to resume normal life, including going to football matches and music gigs.

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