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Monkeypox likely spread by sex at 2 raves in Europe: expert

May 23, 2022

Monkeypox likely spread by sex at 2 raves in Europe: expert

A leading adviser to the WHO described the unprecedented outbreak of monkeypox in developed countries as "a random event" that might be explained by sexual behavior at two recent raves in Europe.

CNN's John Harwood flamed for minimizing effects of inflation on American families: 'Literally unbelievable'

May 23, 2022

CNN's John Harwood flamed for minimizing effects of inflation on American families: 'Literally unbelievable'

Critics flamed liberal CNN correspondent John Harwood for minimizing the effects of inflation on Americans, and claiming they had not been hurt badly enough to stop them from spending money.

White House coronavirus advisor supports continued use of masks indoors

May 22, 2022

White House coronavirus advisor supports continued use of masks indoors

Dr. Ashish Jha said the government remains focused on ensuring access to COVID-19 vaccinations, therapies and testing in order remain in control of the virus.

New York City mayor declares state of emergency amid nationwide baby formula shortage

May 22, 2022

New York City mayor declares state of emergency amid nationwide baby formula shortage

New York City Mayor Eric Adams declared a state of emergency on Sunday in response to the nationwide baby formula shortage, according to a press release.

Army nears 100% vaccination, claims only 1% refusal among troops

May 22, 2022

Army nears 100% vaccination, claims only 1% refusal among troops

The Army has stopped publishing the number of COVID-19 vaccination exemptions requested among National Guard and Reserve members, which have recorded greater pushback against the mandate.

Biden on Monkeypox: Outbreak should concern 'everybody,' as health experts are baffled

May 22, 2022

Biden on Monkeypox: Outbreak should concern 'everybody,' as health experts are baffled

President Joe Biden said in South Korea the new monkeypox virus should concern "everybody," as health officials still do not have answers for the outbreak.

Air Force cadets who refused COVID vaccine will graduate, but won't receive commissions

May 22, 2022

Air Force cadets who refused COVID vaccine will graduate, but won't receive commissions

Three Air Force Academy cadets who were threatened with not being allowed to graduate over their vaccine status will get their diplomas this month but won't be commissioned.

California school district reinstates indoor mask mandate amid increased COVID cases

May 20, 2022

California school district reinstates indoor mask mandate amid increased COVID cases

The mask mandate reinstated by the Berkeley Unified School District goes into effect Monday as health officials are concerned about the coronavirus.

Power Rangers actor Austin St. John charged with COVID-19 aid fraud

May 20, 2022

Power Rangers actor Austin St. John charged with COVID-19 aid fraud

'Power Rangers' actor Austin St. John has been charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud. The red power ranger allegedly was a part of a fraud scheme to illegally obtain loans from the government.

WHO meeting over monkeypox virus spread: report

May 20, 2022

WHO meeting over monkeypox virus spread: report

The WHO is meeting about global outbreaks of the monkeypox virus. The agency tweeted Friday that infection was confirmed in 80 people.