The 5 things you should know this October 27: This is the US Supreme Court with Amy Coney Barrett | CNN

The early voting of 2020 exceeds that of 2016 eight days before the presidential elections.

What is the NFAC, the group of black people that is arming and demanding change in America?

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This is the US Supreme Court with Amy Coney Barrett

The confirmation of Amy Coney Barrett as Supreme Court Justice comes at a crucial moment in American politics in the run-up to an election in which control of Congress and the White House are at stake.

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The early voting of 2020 exceeds that of 2016 8 days before the presidential elections

More than 60 million Americans have voted so far, according to a poll of election officials in all 50 states and Washington by CNN, Edison Research and Catalist.

33 states, including a dozen of those ranked as most competitive by CNN, have surpassed their 2016 electoral totals, data shows.

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Plasma does not reduce mortality from covid-19

Using convalescent plasma as therapy to treat hospitalized patients with coronavirus is a method that has been used since the start of the pandemic.

However, a study published in the journal BMJ shows that the use of convalescent plasma does not prevent the complication of symptoms in patients with covid-19.

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US hits record 7-day average of coronavirus cases

The latest spike in covid-19 infections has raised the seven-day average of new daily cases to levels never seen since the pandemic began.

• Italy moves towards a second lockdown due to increased coronavirus cases

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What is the NFAC, the black group that is arming and demands a change in the US?

The Atlanta-based group of black people has grown in size due to frustration during a summer of protests against questionable policing and the deaths of countless black people at the hands of the police, said its founder, John Fitzgerald Johnson. .

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NFAC Leader: Let's change the current status quo 2:08

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Pfizer tests experimental coronavirus vaccine in 12-year-olds

A team from Cincinnati Children's Hospital finished vaccinating 100 children.

Half of the volunteers in this third and final phase of the Pfizer vaccine are receiving a placebo or dummy injection.

The Moon may hold more water than previously thought 

There may be more water on the Moon than previously believed, and it could be used as a resource during upcoming missions, such as the return of humans to the lunar surface through the Artemis program.

From Pagan Spirits to Wonder Woman: A Brief History of Halloween Costumes

Drawing on the pagan and Christian roots of the holiday as a night to ward off evil spirits or reconcile with death, people previously opted for more morbid costumes than today's pop culture-inspired ones.

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Board games regain appeal in the face of the pandemic.

Toy company Hasbro reported a 21% increase in game sales in the third quarter of the year.

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Quote of the day

"It is vital that people have proper health practices and start preparing for vaccines"

World Bank President David Malpass said that the measures we take at the individual level will have a big effect on how quickly the global economy recovers from the coronavirus pandemic. 

Head of the World Bank makes this request to the population 0:57

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Our favorite OLED TV is now on sale

In our tests it was crowned the best luxury TV for its spectacular picture quality.

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Halloween is not canceled: all the tricks parents invent for this year

Halloween traditions clash directly with sanitary recommendations against covid-19.

However, some parents are looking for alternatives to keep their spirits up and coronavirus risks low.

How to enjoy Halloween in times of covid-19?

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