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Andrew Cuomo Addresses Nursing Home Scandal
But he continued to blame a "toxic political environment", and "disinformation" for much of the criticism surrounding his administration's handling of the issue. Perhaps most alarming for the Cuomo administration, 14 New York Democrats (so far) signed on to a petition calling for Cuomo's emergency pandemic powers to be revoked. [Full Article...]
Pfizer doses just days away from arriving in Australia
Priority will be given to hotel quarantine workers that are most likely to come into contact with positive worldwide arrivals. There were concerns earlier this year over whether the European Union would block vaccines from being shipped to Australia, with many member countries yet to receive their agreed upon stock. [Full Article...]
Democrats call for subpoenaing GOP Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler in impeachment trial
The trial provided more partisan warfare even as Democratic President Joe Biden , who took office on January 20 after defeating Trump at the ballot box on November 3, called for healing and unity after his predecessor's four turbulent years in power and a caustic election campaign. [Full Article...]
Oxford University to test COVID vaccine response in children
Those interested in taking part must complete a short questionnaire. The University of Oxford plans to test its AstraZeneca-produced COVID-19 vaccine on children for the first time, it was announced on Saturday. Few trials of coronavirus vaccine involve children as yet. Earlier this week, England's deputy chief medical officer said "several" trials were under way to develop vaccines that are s... [Full Article...]
COVID-19 vaccine to arrive earlier than expected
Their household contacts will be the next priority, followed by healthcare and essential workers, along with most at-risk groups. However, Ms Ardern said the vaccination programs would have no immediate impact on the stalled trans-Tasman travel "bubble". [Full Article...]
Donald Trump's impeachment trial: Five key takeaways from the defence's case
They also argue that the Democrats' true aim is to remove him from the political scene. "Hatred is at the heart of the House managers frivolous attempt to blame Donald Trump for the criminal acts of the rioters based on double-hearsay statements of fringe right-wing groups based on no real evidence other than rank speculation", van der Veen said . [Full Article...]
OPEC experts meet as rising oil prices mask demand worries
The price of oil breaks out of the range bound price action carried over from the end of January to trade to a fresh yearly high ($55.26), and key market themes may keep crude prices afloat as the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) continues to regulate production in 2021. [Full Article...]
Upside Momentum Could Carry Market to $57.41 Over Short-Run
Despite oil's rally losing some steam, crude prices have remained supported and oil's curve has strengthened this year amid signs of declining global inventories. With that said, the technical outlook remains constructive as crude continues to trade above pre-pandemic levels, and the price of oil may continue to track the upward trend established in November even though the Relative Strength In... [Full Article...]