Authorities prepare for possible unrest due to tensions in the US elections Are Latin American countries in danger of a second wave of covid-19?
This is what you need to know to start the day.
Truth first.
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This is how the voting goes in the key states
Within a week of Election Day, early voters so far are younger, more racially diverse and more likely to be Democrats than before the 2016 election in many of the key states that could decide the next president.
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Are the Latin American countries in danger of a second wave?
Several countries in Latin America top the list of nations with the most coronavirus infections, according to data from Johns Hopkins University.
Dr. Elmer Huerta analyzes whether there is a relationship between a high number of infections and greater protection of the population by the antibodies generated in those who have overcome the disease.
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Authorities prepare for possible unrest due to tensions in the US elections.
Two of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) immigration agencies are bracing for the possibility of further civil unrest amid a contentious election, officials say, as part of a concerted effort by authorities. federal and local authorities to possible large-scale protests.
US braces for possible election protests 2:35
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Is the world facing a greater danger than covid-19?
For doctor Ira Helfand, that the US president has the ability to launch a nuclear attack on his own authority is a perfect example "of the insane danger we continue to live with as long as we maintain huge arsenals of nuclear weapons."
Read more in this opinion column.
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They discover a coral reef taller than the Empire State building
A new "huge" reef was discovered on Australia's Great Barrier Reef measuring 500 meters, taller than some of the tallest skyscrapers in the world.
They discover a reef higher than the Empire State 1:00
At coffee time
Sebastián Yatra, Bad Bunny, Karol G, Kany García, Fito Páez and more among the presentations at the Latin Grammy 2020
The Latin Grammys announced Tuesday the final list of musical performances for the 21st awards ceremony.
Disposable masks take up to 450 years to break down
Disposable masks take up to 450 years to decompose and "the tiny pieces of plastic never completely disappear," warned the Belgian Department of Marine Environment.
The masks would endanger life in the seas 1:20
Expect fewer gifts at Christmas: Americans plan to spend less this season
Americans are hoping to stop buying gifts for family and friends this holiday season, and that may not bode well for retailers.
This Christmas you could receive fewer gifts 0:54
Emily Ratajkowski announces her pregnancy in an essay on gender, power and motherhood
Model Emily Ratajkowski has announced her pregnancy with a personal essay that explores questions about the gender and identity of her unborn baby.
Insomnia: the coronavirus pandemic is contributing to your inability to sleep well
36% of Americans reported having difficulty sleeping this summer due to stress from the pandemic, according to a study by the Kaiser Family Foundation.
Why is it important to get enough good sleep?
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The number of the day
49 million
Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair says it is necessary to help African countries, as up to 49 million more people could be pushed into extreme poverty, according to World Bank estimates.
Quote of the day
"We Venezuelans who are in exile tell Venezuela and the world: 'We will come back' (We are going to return)"
The Venezuelan opposition leader and founding member of Voluntad Popular, Leopoldo López, gave his first press conference from Madrid, Spain.
López: I'm going out to face the dictatorship 0:26
Day selection
Warm your hands for 12 hours
This catalytic hand warmer from Zippo will help you work or enjoy hunting and fishing (or just camping) this northern winter.
And to finish…
The first honeycomb of "killer hornets" in the US was successfully removed
Scientists have eradicated what is believed to be the first Asian giant hornet hive in the United States.
It was found in Washington, but it is believed that the insect is well adapted to the conditions of the country and there could be more.