The European Union imposes sanctions on the vice president of Nicaragua.
The Havana syndrome fuels fear among diplomats.
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Truth first
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Reasons that don't make sense not to get the covid-19 vaccine
Since we started talking about the development of vaccines against covid-19, we have received dozens of questions.
Some of people's doubts point to myths and misinformation that are generated on the internet and casual conversations.
We ask our audience what are the reasons why they have not been vaccinated.
In this episode of his podcast, Dr. Elmer Huerta scientifically refutes these theories and myths.
Less than 1% of fully vaccinated people develop progressive COVID-19 infection, according to a KFF analysis
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Review at the Fort Bliss facility for migrant children
The inspector general for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced Monday a review of the Fort Bliss facility for unaccompanied migrant children amid reports from whistleblowers about poor conditions at the site.
Biden Administration Extends Trump-Era Border Policy Indefinitely
Illinois gives financial aid to undocumented students 1:11
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The European Union imposes sanctions on the vice president of Nicaragua
The European Union imposed sanctions on eight Nicaraguans, including the first lady and vice president, Rosario Murillo, for undermining democracy and violating the rule of law, the bloc said in a statement Monday.
The sanctions are directed at politicians and senior officials for their "political use of the judicial system [and] exclusion of candidates from elections."
Electoral period in Nicaragua, uncertain due to arrests 3:43
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Havana syndrome fuels fear among diplomats
As reports of US diplomats and intelligence officials sick with the mysterious Havana syndrome continue to increase, within the US State Department frustration among base employees and diplomats increases, as several officials say it has been a tepid response from that office.
They investigate possible cases of Havana syndrome in Austria 2:24
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Fire season could be even longer
With more than 95% of the western United States in drought, combined with a month of above-normal temperatures, an expert perspective predicts that the fire season could be bleak.
This above-average wildfire season is projected to continue into September, or perhaps lengthen.
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91 wildfires are now burning across the United States: They have wiped out nearly 730,000 acres since they started
US forest fires do not subside 0:57
At coffee time
Simone Biles wins bronze medal in balance beam final in Tokyo 2020
After withdrawing from two Olympic events citing mental health concerns, American gymnast Simone Biles came third in the balance beam final behind China's Chenchen Guan (gold) and Xijing Tang (silver).
Mental health and high competition: can they coexist?
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Working from home is here to stay, and that hurts the economy
Americans are returning to their pre-pandemic workplaces, but most offices remain largely empty.
And that is affecting local economies significantly.
What is the reason for the growth of the US economy?
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A slice of Princess Diana's wedding cake to be auctioned
The portion, which weighs approximately 800 grams, comes from one of 23 cakes that were made for the royal wedding, according to Dominic Winter Auctioneers.
Lady Di statue unveiled in Kensington Garden 0:41
Barack Obama will celebrate his 60 years with protocols for the covid-19
The former president of the United States will celebrate his 60th birthday this weekend with a party on Martha's Vineyard, with many security protocols for the covid-19, amid increased concern about the delta variant.
Oprah and Spielberg invited to Obama's 60th birthday 1:12
A stranded killer whale was released from a rocky shoreline in Alaska after being trapped for hours
A killer whale that was washed up on a rocky beach on Prince of Wales Island, Alaska, on July 29 was released with the help of the Office of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and sailors they were close.
Orca calf spotted in Argentine Patagonia 0:42
The number of the day
US $ 20,000
Canada fined two travelers arriving in Toronto from the United States nearly $ 20,000 each for providing false information related to proof of vaccination.
What the figures say about unvaccinated and covid-19 2:43
Quote of the day
"Today, five months and three weeks after the accident in the Congolese jungle, I walked again, and in what way!"
Ashley Judd says she is walking in "silent amazement", nearly six months after breaking her leg in four parts during a trip to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Day selection
This will be the new Tamagotchi from R2-D2 that all 'Star Wars' fans need
From a galaxy far away to your pocket, the Tamagotchi includes nine mini-games and you must teach the droid various skills to unlock them.
And to finish…
Meet the woman with the Guinness record for the world's largest mouth
Woman with the largest mouth in the world, according to Guinness 1:34
Samantha Ramsdell has a large audience on TikTok due to the size of her mouth. And now, according to Guinness World Records, she is considered the woman with the largest mouth opening in the world.
