WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The United States began eliminating Hong Kong’s special status under US law on Monday, halting defense exports and restricting territory access to high-tech products as China prepares Hong Kong’s new security legislation . FILE PHOTO: United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo gives a press conference on …
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With their sharp teeth, beavers fell trees and bushes and built dams, which flood small valleys and form new lakes that can cover several hectares of land. These new bodies of water contribute to the thawing of frozen permafrost soil, which is a huge natural reservoir of methane, a powerful …
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NEW YORK (Reuters) – Wall Street stocks closed higher on Monday and the S&P 500 was poised to hit its biggest quarterly percentage gain since 1998 as investors expected a stimulus-backed economic rally, while a surge in Boeing’s actions helped propel blue. Chip Dow. FILE PHOTO: Traders Wear Masks While …
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NEW YORK (Reuters) – The number of properties in the United States at risk of flooding this year is 70% higher than estimates from government data, according to research published Monday, with critical points at risk in Houston, New York, Los Angeles and Chicago FILE PHOTO: A New York police …
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The Independent employs journalists from around the world to bring you truly independent journalism. To support us, consider a contribution. Florida authorities will close the beaches over the weekend of July 4 over Covid-19 concerns in the state. At least three counties, including Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Palm Beach, plan …
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