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As a thick plume of black smoke rose from his burning apartment, a 10-year-old boy hung a smaller boy from an open third-floor window, clutching the back of his shirt. The apartment’s balcony was engulfed in flames, and the two children seemed trapped. Then, as viewers yelled, the older boy …

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates said Wednesday that people may need multiple doses of a possible coronavirus vaccine to immunize against the coronavirus. If necessary, multiple doses may require the administration of more than 7 billion vaccines worldwide. “None of the vaccines right now seems to work with a single dose,” …

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits increased more than expected last week, as the coronavirus pandemic continues to affect the US economy. The Labor Department said Thursday that initial jobless claims increased by 1.416 million for the week ending July 18. Economists surveyed by Dow Jones expected initial …

Enlarge / / Most study participants who watched a video or live performance of a magician performing a card trick chose the exact suit, number, or card they were prepared to choose. Christopher Grigat / Getty Images Choose a card, anyone. It is a staple of traditional magic tricks. But …

Thursday Market minute Global stocks are trading higher as solid corporate earnings offset rising tensions between the United States and China, concerns over coronavirus infection. China’s foreign minister said the United States should “think carefully” about its relationship with Beijing, as the two continue to discuss trade and political interference …