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Google’s Fitbit deal probed by EU amid health-data fears
Google faces a lengthy European Union probe into its $2.1 billion takeover of Fitbit Inc amid concerns about how health data could strengthen the search giant’s power in online advertising. The EU will investigate how information from Fitbit’s fitness trackers will increase Google’s “data advantage”...
Interpol warns of ‘alarming’ cybercrime rate during pandemic
LYON: Global police body Interpol warned Monday of an “alarming” rate of cybercrime during the coronavirus pandemic, with criminals taking advantage of people working from home to target major institutions. An assessment by the Lyon-based organization found a “significant target shift” by criminals...
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BP to cut oil and gas production by 40% as it sets out road to net zero
BP is to cut the amount of oil and gas it produces by 40% by the end of the decade, the energy giant announced on Tuesday as it fleshed out plans to become a “net zero” company by 2050. Boss Bernard Looney said the business will increase the amount it invests in low-carbon projects tenfold by 2030...
Local carriers suspend flights under MECQ
Local carriers – Philippine Airlines (PAL), Cebu Pacific Air (CEB) and Air Asia, on Tuesday (August 4, 2020) canceled domestic flights to and from Manila for the next 14 days (August 4 to 18, 2020) after the government reverted to a more strict lockdown of the metropolis to curb the covid 19...
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To boost immunity, try Ritucharya diet; why ayurvedic food can keep you healthy year round
The ayurvedic system of medicine is not about curing diseases but preventing them from ever taking root in your mind and body. If you know this basic fact about Ayurveda then you should also be familiar with the two pillars on which the preventive aspect of ayurvedic medicine stands on: dincharya...
List of foods to keep lungs healthy
New Delhi: Lungs which are important organs of the human body need to be protected from cancer and other ailments. Amid coronavirus pandemic, it has become even more important to take care of the organ as COVID-19...
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Nick Kyrgios fires back at Borna Coric: 'Do you have rocks in your head?'
Nick Kyrgios has ignited a war of words with Borna Coric after accusing the Croatian of having zero intellect following his passionate defence of the Adria Tour. ......
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Alexis Ohanian on being married to Serena Williams and his future hopes for their daughter
(CNN)Alexis Olympia Ohanian Jr., isn't yet three years old, but already her future looks bright -- her parents are making it so. Her parents hope that by the time she turns 18, the world will be a fairer and more equitable place, a world in which women -- and Black women, like her -- won't question...
Spain and Real Madrid legend Casillas retires
Spain's World Cup-winning goalkeeper Iker Casillas announced his retirement on Tuesday, after being sidelined for more than a year with a heart problem. ","content":"Spain's World Cup-winning goalkeeper Iker Casillas announced his retirement on Tuesday, after being...
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Scientists fear Trump could rush out coronavirus vaccine before it's ready
The Independent | 2020-08-04
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BP to cut oil and gas production by 40% as it sets out road to net zero
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With ‘folklore’, Taylor Swift breaks record for most Billboard Hot 100 hits among women
The Philadelphia Inquirer | 2020-08-04
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Alexis Ohanian on being married to Serena Williams and his future hopes for their daughter
CNN | 2020-08-04
Australia postpones T20 series with West Indies as England tour looms large
The Guardian | 2020-08-04
Large blast rocks Lebanon's capital, many people hurt
Large blast rocks Lebanon's capital, many people hurt
BEIRUT — A large explosion rocked Beirut on Tuesday, injuring many people as glass shattered and balconies collapsed from the impact, Reuters witnesses said. Lebanon’s state news agency NNA and two...
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Scientists fear Trump could rush out coronavirus vaccine before it's ready
Scientists fear Trump could rush out coronavirus vaccine before it's ready
Reports indicate that some American scientists involved in the US government’s pursuit of a coronavirus vaccine are worried the project may be proceeding too hastily – and even that it might...
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Coronavirus did come from bats, say WHO scientists sent to Wuhan
Coronavirus did come from bats, say WHO scientists sent to Wuhan
The coronavirus outbreak came from bats and was probably passed to humans through another intermediary animal "host", World Health Organisation (WHO) scientists have concluded. The team of WHO experts...
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Tropical Storm Isaias kills at least one on its way to U.S. Northeast
Tropical Storm Isaias kills at least one on its way to U.S. Northeast
Tropical Storm Isaias killed at least one person and knocked out power to hundreds of thousands as it pummeled North Carolina and Virginia on a path toward Washington and other cities of the U.S....
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Leaked bodycam footage shows George Floyd’s final moments
Leaked bodycam footage shows George Floyd’s final moments
▶ Watch Video: Leaked bodycam footage shows George Floyd arrest and death For the first time, two leaked body camera videos show the deadly encounter with George Floyd from the officers’...
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Iran's president says enemy wages "psychological warfare"
Iran's president says enemy wages "psychological warfare"
TEHRAN, Aug. 4 (Xinhua) -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Tuesday that enemies have waged "a psychological warfare" against the country to downplay its achievements, Tasnim news agency...
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A billion students worldwide affected by covid-19 lockdowns, UN says
A billion students worldwide affected by covid-19 lockdowns, UN says
The United Nations chief has said the coronavirus pandemic has led to the largest disruption of education in history. School closures in more than 160 countries in mid-July have affected more than one...
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Zimbabwe's Mnangagwa vows to 'flush out' opponents
BBC News | 2020-08-04
Zimbabwe's Mnangagwa vows to 'flush out' opponents
In a televised address on Tuesday, Mr Mnangagwa condemned the "machinations of destructive, terrorist opposition groupings". "Those who promote hate and...
Netanyahu warns Hezbollah after Israeli strike in Syria
The Oklahoman | 2020-08-04
Netanyahu warns Hezbollah after Israeli strike in Syria
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday warned the Lebanese militant Hezbollah group and others after Israeli forces said they...
Kuwait cabinet reassured about Emir’s health
Gulf News | 2020-08-04
Kuwait cabinet reassured about Emir’s health
Kuwait City: The cabinet of ministers met on Monday, as per their regular schedule, to discuss a variety of issues from the health of the Emir to the latest...
Sweet royal tributes amid family furore
The Daily Telegraph Australia | 2020-08-04
Sweet royal tributes amid family furore
Members of the royal family have wished Meghan Markle happy birthday in sweet tributes amid a public stoush over the latest royal biography. ......
India’s PM Modi looks to cement his Hindu-nationalist legacy at Ram temple groundbreaking
India’s PM Modi looks to cement his Hindu-nationalist legacy at Ram temple groundbreaking
On Wednesday, just before 1pm, India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be joined by some 175 people – including 135 religious leaders of various traditions –...
President of Belarus accuses Russia of lying, warns of revolution plot
President of Belarus accuses Russia of lying, warns of revolution plot
MINSK (Reuters) - Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko on Tuesday accused Russia of lying over an alleged mercenary plot to destabilise his country and...
Thai PM asks student protesters 'not to create chaos'
Thai PM asks student protesters 'not to create chaos'
BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand's prime minister on Tuesday asked increasingly bold student-led protesters "not to create chaos" after some broke longstanding...
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As Prison COVID-19 Cases Rise, A Mental Health Crisis Intensifies
As Prison COVID-19 Cases Rise, A Mental Health Crisis Intensifies
Family visits, job programs, and recreational activities have all been put on hold because of the...
A New Hamilton Book Looks to Reclaim His Vision for the Left
A New Hamilton Book Looks to Reclaim His Vision for the Left
We have arrived at a place where we all, by now, have an opinion of the musical “Hamilton,” whether...
Public Health vs. Politics: White House Scrapped Nationwide COVID-19 Testing Plan to Hurt Blue States
Public Health vs. Politics: White House Scrapped Nationwide COVID-19 Testing Plan to Hurt Blue States
As the U.S. coronavirus death toll passes 155,000, there is still no national testing program, with...
“Release Them All”: Calls Grow to Stop Jailing Immigrants as Transfers & Deportations Spread COVID
“Release Them All”: Calls Grow to Stop Jailing Immigrants as Transfers & Deportations Spread COVID
The U.S. government continues to hold tens of thousands of asylum seekers and immigrants in...
