President Trump suggested that his decision to defer payroll taxes for some Americans through executive order could become permanent, saying it “has no bearing” on Social Security benefits. “This will have zero impact on social security,” Trump told reporters on Sunday before boarding Marine One. “We protect social security.” In …
Read More »The death toll from Vir Paso reaches 300 with 7 additional deaths
Coronavirus EL PASO, Texas – Public health officials announced Monday morning that seven more people had died from Covid-19 in El Paso County, causing the death toll to 300. All of the deceased had underlying health conditions. They were identified as: One woman in her 60s. One man in his …
Read More »Broadway star Danny Burstein on his fight for COVID-19 (Guest Column)
The nomination of the six-time Tony Award and ‘Moulin Rouge! The Musical’s star reflects on his life after six days in hospital, including caring for his wife, fellow stage performer Rebecca Luker, in her battle with ALS. In April, The Hollywood Reporter published an essay I wrote about my six-day …
Read More »Cleveland pitcher Zach Plesac apologizes for breaking coronavirus protocols in Chicago
Cleveland sent referee Zach Plesac home on Sunday for violating the health and safety protocols of Major League Baseball, the team announced. Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal first reported the news. Plesac has violated team rules and league protocols by going out for reports on Saturday with Chicago. Cleveland is in Chicago …
Read More »Police break up party with nearly 300 people in New Jersey
A party of about 300 people in New Jersey was broken up by police on Sunday, and photos showed very few people wearing masks, CBS New York reports. The Howell police department described the incident as a “pop-up” party in a Facebook post, saying police units “continued to prevent others …
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