SYDNEY (Reuters) – Asian equity markets started the week cautiously on Monday when the relentless spread of the coronavirus finally caused investors to question its optimism in the global economy, benefiting safe harbor bonds and the US dollar. FILE PHOTO: A man wearing a protective face mask, after the outbreak …
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Israel could move to annex a large part of the West Bank soon, shattering hopes for a Palestinian state
In this sunken biblical oasis, Palestinians prepare for what they fear is Israel’s boldest territorial claim outside of war. “We will stay here no matter what they do, we are not leaving our land,” said Ahmad Yagi, a teacher in his 50s in Aqabat Jaber, a nearby Palestinian refugee camp. …
Read More »Lawmakers from both parties demand answers from Trump on Russian rewards
TOPLINE Lawmakers from both parties are asking the Trump administration to provide information on what the president knew and on a report, originally released by the New York Times and confirmed by other means, that Russian operatives offered rewards from Taliban fighters to US soldiers. WASHINGTON, DC – DECEMBER 17: …
Read More »Minnesota sees increase in positive COVID cases for younger people
Minnesota has seen an increase in the number of younger people testing positive for COVID-19 as the pandemic continues to grow in the United States. According to data released Sunday by the Minnesota Department of Health, 523 new cases were identified on Sunday, bringing the total number of coronavirus positive …
Read More »Yankees sign Matt Duffy, sign Dan Otero again, place Luis Severino on 60-day IL
The Yankees today announced their group of 60 Spring Training players, a roster that included a couple of new faces for the organization. New York announced that the infielder Matt Duffy and receiver Max McDowell were signed to minor league contracts, while rightfully so Dan Otero he was released from …
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