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British queen’s husband, Prince Philip, admitted to hospital

February 17, 2021 7:57 AM The Associated Press

The palace said the husband of Queen Elizabeth II was admitted to the private King Edward VII Hospital on Tuesday…

The Los Angeles school board slashes its police force and diverts $25 million to services for Black students

February 17, 2021 7:52 AM CNN Newsource

Los Angeles schools are reorganizing the police agency responsible for school safety to combat systemic racism against Black students. The Board of…

An American family stuck in Gaza for months due to Covid restrictions finally leaves: ‘It was hell’

February 17, 2021 7:49 AM CNN Newsource

An American family visiting Gaza say they were left “stranded in a hellish situation” for months due to the coronavirus pandemic and a…

High school sweethearts die of Covid-19 hours apart after one last family video call

February 17, 2021 7:47 AM CNN Newsource

Blanca Estela Rodriguez looked at her husband of almost 50 years as he lay sedated. Juan had a tube coming from his mouth and a machine was breathing…

‘Terrified’ UN envoy issues warning on Myanmar as protesters face down military

February 17, 2021 7:27 AM CNN

Concerns are growing over the potential for violence in Myanmar as anti-coup protesters urge supporters to take to the streets en masse, in defiance…

The gaming world often overlooks players of color. This new studio is changing that

February 17, 2021 7:14 AM CNN Newsource

At age nine, Nicodemus Madehdou moved from Monrovia, Liberia to Philadelphia and discovered how video games could connect him to a new culture.…

Black History Month: Marsha P. Johnson

February 17, 2021 5:17 AM CNN Newsource

The late Marsha P. Johnson is celebrated today as a veteran of the Stonewall Inn protests, a pioneering transgender activist and a pivotal figure in…

Case against American woman accused of killing a UK teenager can go ahead in the US, judge rules

February 17, 2021 4:35 AM CNN Newsource

A judge in the United States on Tuesday ruled that a civil claim for damages against Anne Sacoolas — the woman accused of killing 19-year-old…

5 things to know for February 17: Winter weather, Biden, Covid-19, Trump, China

February 17, 2021 4:26 AM CNN

If you’re among the fortunate folks who have survived Covid-19, you might have your Neanderthal ancestors to thank. Here’s what you need…

Dubai princess claims she is being held ‘hostage’ in secret video recordings

February 17, 2021 3:35 AM CNN

The daughter of Dubai’s billionaire ruler, who attempted to flee abroad in 2018, has appeared in secret recordings claiming she is being held…

Biden says teachers should move up in priority to receive Covid-19 vaccine

February 17, 2021 3:30 AM CNN Newsource

President Joe Biden said during a CNN town hall Tuesday that teachers should be moved higher on the list of those who are getting vaccinated against…

Biden says teachers should move up in the ‘hierarchy’ to receive Covid-19 vaccines

February 17, 2021 2:40 AM CNN Newsource

President Joe Biden said during a CNN town hall Tuesday that teachers should be moved higher on the list of those who are getting vaccinated against…

Mysteries of massive holes forming in Siberian permafrost unlocked by scientists

February 17, 2021 2:11 AM CNN Newsource

The massive crater appeared violently and explosively in the Siberian tundra last year — a powerful blowout of methane gas throwing ice and…

Damages case against Anne Sacoolas for wrongful death of Harry Dunn can go ahead in US, judge rules

February 17, 2021 1:59 AM CNN Newsource

A judge in the United States on Tuesday ruled that a civil claim for damages against Anne Sacoolas — the woman accused of killing 19-year-old…

11 people were rescued by boat after a water main break in Philadelphia

February 17, 2021 1:39 AM CNN Newsource

Eleven people were rescued by boat in North Philadelphia after a major water main break happened shortly after 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, according to…

First FEMA Covid-19 mass vaccination sites open in California amid supply shortage

February 16, 2021 9:14 PM CNN Newsource, Jenny Day

Two new coronavirus mass vaccination sites opened in California on Tuesday, where cities continue to struggle with securing vaccine supply. The sites…

Biden says teachers should move up in vaccination line

February 16, 2021 7:21 PM CNN

President Joe Biden said teachers should move ahead in the line to receive shots in order to reopen schools, attempting to clarify an administration…

Arizona schools won’t use letter grades this year because of pandemic

February 16, 2021 6:13 PM CNN Newsource

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey signed a bill on Monday that will suspend the use of a letter grade system in schools statewide, due to how disrupted this…

Mardi Gras 2021

February 16, 2021 5:35 PM Mercedes Martinez

Mardi Gras celebrations are looking a lot different this year Parades, parties, and pageantry is how Mardi Gras is celebrated in places like New…

At least three New Jersey universities report racist attacks during virtual Black History Month events

February 16, 2021 5:28 PM CNN Newsource

At least three New Jersey universities have reported racist attacks during virtual Black History Month events. Rutgers University, Rider University…