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Photo of Texas doctor comforting elderly Covid patient goes viral
Varon's comforting embrace of the white-haired man on Thanksgiving Day was captured by a photographer for Getty Images and has gone viral around the world.
US Covid update: Americans brace for 'surge upon a surge'
Europe on Saturday crossed a grim milestone, as the death toll passed 400,000.
Americans celebrate Thanksgiving under pall of pandemic
Globally, more than 60 million infections and 1.4 million deaths have been recorded since the new coronavirus emerged in China late last year.
Parents jailed after abandoning 2-month-old baby to die in a field
The couple decided to abandon the child as they did not feel any "emotional connection" with her.
NBA News: Toronto Raptors may be banned from crossing the US-Canada border to play games
The US-Canada border is closed for non-essential travel, and those who do cross the border are subject to a 14-day quarantine.
Netflix subscription rates in the UK speculated to go up soon following US price hike
As detailed by the company, the reason behind the new rates is to supposedly deliver more value for its customers in the United States.
New coronavirus curbs spark exasperation, anger
The virus has killed at least 1,196,109 people worldwide since the outbreak emerged last December, infecting more than 46 million.
COVID-19 vaccine: Experts urge public not to expect dramatic changes
Even with the help of the United States' Operation Warp Speed initiative, it would likely take several months for doses to become accessible globally.
1-year-old fatally run over by carjacker outside hospital
The carjacker mowed down the mother and child as the parents were exchanging custody of the infant in the parking lot of a local hospital.
Las Vegas judge rules against Cristiano Ronaldo in rape accuser's civil claim
The judge's ruling will allow Kathryn Mayorga to file a civil claim against the footballer for more than £165,000.
TikTok gets reprieve as judge halts Trump download ban
A tentative deal unveiled last weekend would make Silicon Valley giant Oracle the technology partner for TikTok.
Man mauled to death by grizzly bear during moose hunting trip
The fatal attack is believed to be the first such incident in Alaska's Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve.
US Marshals rescue 35 missing and endangered children in Ohio
The children were between 13 and 18 years of age with 20 percent of them being cases tied to human trafficking.
$100,000 reward announced for man who shot police officers in Los Angeles
The two deputies were in critical condition after the unprovoked attack on them while they sat in their patrol vehicle.
Dental experts warn against TikTok trend of whitening teeth with bleach
TikTok users have been using hydrogen peroxide to whiten their teeth claiming it to be a cheaper alternative to whitening strips and dentist visits.
Man kills wife before also shooting 29 and 12-year-old neighbours
The assailant could face up to 80 years in prison for three second-degree murder charges.
TikTok: Walmart acquisition apparently targets younger users as potential shoppers
Now that TikTok's operations in the U.S. are up for sale as required by the Trump administration, Microsoft and Walmart are its prospective buyers.
Shark jumps out of waist-deep water, latches onto woman's arm
The three to four foot long shark bit the woman on her bicep while her two young children were a few feet away from her.
Woman catches husband having incestuous relationship with his mother
The duo could be sentenced to up to 20 years in prison for their criminal offence.
Babysitter held baby against running treadmill before burning her with lighter
The woman admitted to harming the child after having a fight with her former partner and being angered by the child's cries.
Apple developed unique iPod for the US government, claims former employee
Exact details as to what was being crafted were kept under wraps and all communication was done in person so that there was no paper trail.
American woman found tortured and murdered in Mexico
The mother-of-two was found dead with her teeth missing days after she went to Mexico to meet her boyfriend.
Army veteran faces trial for murder of adult entertainer wife using absinthe bottle
The accused will appear in court on September 14 this year to be tried for the murder of his wife in 2018.
Asian markets mostly drop on worries over US stimulus
Analysts said easing concerns about the future of the China-US trade pact and healthy China data also provided some cheer to investors.
Parents charged with manslaughter after 3-year-old perishes in hot car
The couple may be jailed for up to 20 years in prison for the negligent death of the toddler.
Trump virus vaccine availability claims by Election Day unlikely, say researchers
Baylor College of Medicine vaccinologist Dr. Peter Hotez said, "there's no way. There's just no way," for Moderna to meet its target in its current pace.
Tech titans say Trump block on worker visas harms US
Trump's proclamation suspended a group of non-immigrant visa programs, including H-1B visas relied on by many technology firms to bring in engineers.
US hits 5 million virus cases as Trump criticised over relief package
The US has been hammered by the COVID-19 pandemic, recording nearly 163,000 deaths.
Dementia update: Steady decline of cases seen in the UK and US
With this steady decline in dementia cases, it would mean 15 million fewer people will suffer from the disease.
SOS message on beach saves lives of men marooned on deserted island
The stranded men had been missing for days before being rescued from the island.