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5 things July 31: This is how Latin America became the epicenter of the coronavirus

2020-07-31T10:34:15.968Z


Why might some people who have not had covid-19 have immunity? Trump suggests delaying elections even though he has no authority to do so. The world's largest economy is…


Why might some people who have not had covid-19 have immunity? Trump suggests delaying elections even though he has no authority to do so. The world's largest economy is shrinking. This is what you should know to start the day. Truth first.

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This is how Latin America became the epicenter of the coronavirus in six months

Six months after covid-19 was declared a public health emergency of international interest, the American continent is now the epicenter of coronavirus in the world with almost 9 million cases, half of these in Latin America, with almost 350,000 deaths, according to data from the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO).

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Why might some people who have not had covid-19 have immunity?

The immune system of some people who have not been exposed to the new coronavirus may have some familiarity with the pathogen, possibly helping to reduce the severity of the disease if that person contracts covid-19, a new study suggests.

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The world's largest economy is shrinking

The United States economy has just had its worst quarter on record. Business was halted during confinement by the pandemic in the spring of this year, and the United States plunged into its first recession in 11 years, ending the longest economic expansion in the country's history.

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Emilio Lozoya receives parole benefit

The judge in the Odebrecht case granted parole to Emilio Lozoya, former director of Pemex (Petróleos Mexicanos), accused of various crimes in this case, as well as in that of Agronitrogenados. Lozoya, who was extradited from Spain on July 17, must wear an electronic bracelet and sign every 15 days in the North Reclusorio in Mexico City.

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Isaías is already the second hurricane of the season

Tropical storm Isaías is already a hurricane. With maximum sustained winds of 130 km / h, Hurricane Isaías moves northwest from approximately 70 km southeast of Gran Inagua Island, according to the National Hurricane Center. The central and southeastern Bahamas were under a hurricane warning, while the east coast of Florida, including Miami, Ft. Lauderdale and West Palm Beach have a tropical storm watch in place.

Isaías could become a hurricane this Friday or Saturday 3:13

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At coffee time

NASA's Perseverance rover is already on its way to Mars

Perseverance began its journey to Mars. After traveling through space for about seven months, Perseverance will land in Jezero Crater on Mars on February 18, 2021.

Going to the doctor for routine checkups may be a thing of the past

A doctor's office may be one of the last places people want to visit due to concerns about the covid-19 pandemic. That is why more Americans are turning to virtual healthcare providers like Teladoc.

Kanye West's mental health battle is a wake-up call for empathy

The rapper / designer / provocateur may have garnered as much criticism throughout his career as fans. But West's mental health, about which he has been opened, must be viewed with sensitivity.

No, the 'accepted challenge' Instagram trend did not originate in Turkey

Instagram's "accepted challenge" trend has gone from being harmless to deaf and back again, more than a few times this week. But this is true: it did not originate in Turkey.

Trump suggests delaying elections even though he has no authority to do so

President Donald Trump explicitly suggested delaying the November presidential election, raising concerns that he will try to sidestep the vote now behind in the polls.

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The number of the day

$ 14.2 trillion

Floods from rising sea levels could cost our planet $ 14.2 trillion, according to a study.

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The appointment of the day

"The United States was built by people like John Lewis"

Former President Barack Obama paid tribute to civil rights icon John Lewis at his funeral.

Obama and other former presidents honor the Black Leagues 1:04

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And to finish…

Why are people in the US receiving seed packets?

The authorities of the 50 US states have asked the population not to plant the seeds that many have received in small packages in their mailboxes. These seeds, apparently shipped from China, could have damaging consequences for indigenous flora. Who is behind these unsolicited shipments and what are they looking for? 

The mystery of Chinese seeds in the USA 1:34

Source: cnnespanol

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