White House economist says $1.9 trillion package would deal "blow" to COVID
The $1.9 trillion package "is calibrated to be of a magnitude to finally deal this COVID-19 virus the blow that hasn't occurred yet," Bernstein says.
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Black franchisee says "systemic racism" has prevailed at McDonald's
Herbert Washington alleges McDonald's has not allowed Black owners to buy locations in affluent communities.
2-month-old ferret clone marks milestone in animal conservation
Two-month-old Elizabeth Ann was created from the frozen cells of a ferret that died more than 30 years ago.
U.S. would attend meeting with Iran and other powers if invited
The U.S. also told the U.N. that it has rescinded Trump-era travel restrictions on Iranian diplomats and pulled back threat of sanctions against Iran.
FBI investigating Cuomo's handling of nursing home COVID cases
The Cuomo administration did not report until late January that thousands of people living in nursing homes had died of COVID-19 once they were transferred to hospitals.
Psaki says vaccinating teachers not needed to reopen schools 5 days a week
The Centers for Disease Control has not said vaccinations are a requirement for teachers to return to the classroom.
Walmart to hike pay for 425,000 workers
Fatter checks coming for those in digital and stocking roles, but retailer's base starting pay still $11 an hour.
2020 saw record renewable energy growth despite pandemic
Last year was the first time the U.S. got more power from renewable energy than from coal.
Multiple animals die at sanctuary after winter blast cuts power
Among the deceased animals was 58-year-old Violet, who was the sanctuary's oldest chimp.
S.C. governor signs law banning most abortions; Planned Parenthood sues
The House passed its bill by a 79 to 35 vote Wednesday after hours of emotional testimony from both supporters and opponents, and gave the measure final approval Thursday.
ICE unveils new rules limiting arrests and deportations
The new guidance focuses on arresting immigrants determined to threaten national security and public safety, as well as migrants recently apprehended along U.S. borders.
"Mattress Mack" opens Texas furniture store as shelter
"Tough times never last, tough Texans do, and we'll get through this also," the local hero said.
Bob Dole says he's been diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer
The former longtime senator said he would begin treatment on Monday.
California hospital achieves COVID-19 herd immunity among staff
More than 90% of the staff at UC Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, California have received at least one dose of the vaccine.
5 things everyone wants to know about the COVID-19 vaccine
Despite a botched initial rollout, Americans are hungry for COVID-19 vaccine information, Google data show.
Israel's president taps opposition candidate Eisenkot to form a government
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