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Trump makes first public appearance since his hospital stay

Trump makes first public appearance since his hospital stay

The president appeared healthy, though perhaps a little hoarse, during the 18-minute speech that was intended to send the message that he's back and ready to resume his battle for reelection. Before the speech, White House officials said they had no information to release on whether the president was tested for COVID-19.
by The Associated Press

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A coronavirus vaccine could kill half a million sharks, conservationists warn

A coronavirus vaccine could kill half a million sharks, conservationists warn

The use of an immune-system stimulant harvested from shark liver oil in the development of some coronavirus vaccines has animal conservationists pressing for alternatives.
by Emma Bowman

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Coronavirus FAQ: What's the deal with the '15 minute rule'?

Coronavirus FAQ: What's the deal with the '15 minute rule'?

The conventional wisdom is that it takes 15 minutes of close contact to a contagious person to put you at risk. But even a short exposure could prove problematic.
by Maria Godoy

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StoryCorps: She finds 'light' in interviewing neighbors about life during lockdown

StoryCorps: She finds 'light' in interviewing neighbors about life during lockdown

Jinny Savolainen was looking for a sense of purpose when the pandemic hit Leverett, Mass. "Just when things seemed so dark, I found some light in the words of the people all around me," she said.
by Michael Garofalo

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Comic: You're wearing it wrong! A face mask safety refresher

Comic: You're wearing it wrong! A face mask safety refresher

Pleats, filters, fabric. With so many available features and types, we break down which common face coverings are more effective and the right way to wear and handle them.
by Connie Hanzhang Jin

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Fairview outlines job cuts at two St. Paul hospitals set to close

Fairview outlines job cuts at two St. Paul hospitals set to close

In filings with state regulators, Fairview Health Services said it will eliminate 268 jobs at St. Joseph’s and another 179 at Bethesda starting Dec. 9.
by Matt Sepic

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McConnell says no COVID-19 bill likely before Election Day

McConnell says no COVID-19 bill likely before Election Day

President Trump’s most powerful GOP ally in the Senate says Congress is unlikely to deliver another big COVID-19 relief bill before the election. Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says he doesn’t see a deal coming together soon because the participants in the negotiations are elbowing for political advantage.
by The Associated Press

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