More than 500 political and human rights leaders signed an open letter on Thursday expressing concern that the coronavirus pandemic could threaten democracy, as authoritarian leaders use the public health crisis to take sinister power attacks. Signers included US Senator Marco Rubio, Republican of Florida; actor Richard Gere; Nigerian author …
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Elise Stefanik Gets Canadian Exemption To Immigration Ban
WASHINGTON – Canadians will be exempt from President Trump’s radical ban on foreign workers after New York Representative Elise Stefanik pressured the administration on the measure, which would hurt her northern state district. Stefanik, a rising star in the GOP and close adviser to Trump, expressed concern after the president …
Read More »Gene therapy and CRISPR strategies to cure blindness (Yes, you read it right) – Raw Story
In recent months, although our focus has been on the coronavirus outbreak, there has been a great deal of scientific progress in treating diseases that cause blindness. Researchers at US-based Editas Medicine and Ireland-based Allergan have administered CRISPR for the first time to a person with a genetic disease. This …
Read More »Carolina Panthers coach Matt Rhule considers kneeling during the national anthem
CHARLOTTE, NC – Carolina Panthers coach Matt Rhule said he is considering kneeling alongside his players during the national anthem this season in support of the movement against racial injustice. “I would consider anything as we go along,” Rhule said Thursday in a video conference. “I support the cause. I …
Read More »Angelina Pivarnick returns, but who else?
Good news, Jersey Shore Fans! Jersey Shore: Family Vacation has been confirmed for another season. Here is everything we know about Jersey Shore: Family Vacation Season 4 Jersey Shore: Family Vacation | MTV ‘Jersey Shore: Family Vacation’ returns Confirmed deadline season 4 of Jersey Shore: Family Vacation June 25th. The …
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