The Government of Lebanon resigns after the explosion in Beirut. What do the Trump decrees mean for the US economy? We tell you how to see the Perseid rain. This is what you need to know to start the day. First the truth.
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Russia Registered First COVID-19 Vaccine, Says Putin
Russia on Tuesday registered a coronavirus vaccine developed by the Moscow-based Gamaleya Institute, President Vladimir Putin said on Russian state television. Reports of Russia's vaccine have come amid concerns about its safety, efficacy, and accusations that the country has taken essential shortcuts in development.
Meanwhile, contrary to their predictions, President Trump will not have a coronavirus vaccine ready by Election Day, vaccine experts told CNN after reviewing data from Moderna, the first company to begin its phase 3 clinical trials. of a coronavirus vaccine in the United States.
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Children also have long-term sequelae of covid-19
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Lebanon's government resigns after Beirut explosion
The Lebanese government resigned on Monday night, less than a week after a massive explosion in Beirut killed more than 160 people and sparked days of violent protests. Prime Minister Hassan Diab addressed the nation and announced his resignation and that of his government.
After explosion in Beirut, Lebanon's top government resigns 2:383
Why do so many Americans renounce their citizenship?
More than 5,800 Americans renounced their citizenship in the first six months of 2020 compared to 2,072 Americans who renounced their citizenship in all of 2019, according to Bambridge Accountants, a New York-based firm specializing in taxes on U.S. expatriates. ., UK expats, actors and other creatives in the US and UK. This is the reason.
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What do the Trump decrees mean for the US economy?
President Donald Trump had already threatened to act on his own if Congress did not agree to a new economic stimulus plan, and that is exactly what he did. As negotiations to approve a new plan were unsuccessful, Trump issued a series of decrees on Saturday to the same end. Here's the breakdown.
Trump decrees would have a legal challenge 4:295
Marijuana Use During Pregnancy Linked to Autism in Babies
One study found that marijuana use during pregnancy is linked to an increased risk of autism in babies. Previous research has shown that marijuana use during pregnancy is linked to low birth weight, impulsivity, hyperactivity, attention problems, and other cognitive and behavioral problems in children.
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How to see the Perseid meteor shower?
The annual Perseid meteor shower spectacle will peak with the most meteors since the last hours of August 11, as well as the first hours of the 12th. Here's what to do to see them.
The best way to see the Perseid meteor shower 1:17Amazon could occupy the old JCPenney and Sears to try to speed up deliveries
Amazon can replace closed department stores in distressed shopping malls. The idea is to turn those warehouses into distribution centers to deliver packages.
Amazon could have stores in shopping centers 1:17Twitter's rumored interest in buying TikTok triggers a rally in stocks
Shares of Twitter jumped as much as 5% on Monday after it reportedly held preliminary talks with TikTok, the troubled Chinese-owned social media app that the Trump administration wants to ban.
The 5 best paying TikTok stars 1:05A 103-year-old woman got her first tattoo to cross it off her wish list
A grandmother who spent her entire life taking care of her family is showing the world that you are never too old to make your dreams come true.
103-year-old woman gets tattooed for the first time 0:41The number of the day
38 kilos
Kelly Osbourne looks different these days. The actress, singer and former reality star has lost 38 kilos. Osbourne has shared her new look in photos on her verified Instagram account.
Quote of the day
"Good advice ... If you buy an electric bike, read the manual before riding it for the first time."
"America's Got Talent" judge Simon Cowell offers some advice after an accident that landed him in the hospital.
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This video gives a new perspective on the explosion in Beirut
CNN obtained a video showing a new perspective on the explosion that rocked Beirut almost a week ago. So far authorities have said dozens of people have been killed and thousands injured.
Beirut: video shows another perspective of the 1:35 explosion
