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Major biomedical funder NIH poised for massive reform under Trump 2.0

The NIH might undergo major reforms in response to Congressional scrutiny and leadership changes.

Trump reportedly picks Kristi Noem to run homeland security department

Kristi Noem is appointed as Secretary of Homeland Security, emphasizing her political rise and controversies amid her tenure as South Dakota's governor.
#public-health

Revealed: The coronavirus outbreak plan ignored by the government during the pandemic

It was revealed that a ready-made plan to tackle a coronavirus outbreak was drawn up in 2005 but was never used during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Independent report criticizes Cuomo's 'top-down' management of New York's COVID-19 response

Former Gov. Cuomo's top-down approach in COVID-19 policy caused confusion and lack of coordination in New York's handling of the pandemic.

We Don't Know How Bad Bird Flu Is Getting

The H5N1 influenza virus is spreading into new animal populations, with concerns about potential human transmission and parallels to the COVID-19 response.

California Health and Human Services chief Dr. Mark Ghaly to step down

Dr. Mark Ghaly stepped down after transformative changes in California healthcare, notably during the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID czar Jay Varma's 2020 drug-fueled partying exposes public-health 'experts' as hypocritical tyrants

Dr. Jay Varma's secret lifestyle contradicts his public advocacy for strict COVID-19 measures, revealing hypocrisy and damaging trust in health authorities.

Santa Clara County renames road to honor former executive - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County renamed its main hospital entrance to honor Jeff Smith, acknowledging his leadership during crises despite conflicts with doctors.

Revealed: The coronavirus outbreak plan ignored by the government during the pandemic

It was revealed that a ready-made plan to tackle a coronavirus outbreak was drawn up in 2005 but was never used during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Independent report criticizes Cuomo's 'top-down' management of New York's COVID-19 response

Former Gov. Cuomo's top-down approach in COVID-19 policy caused confusion and lack of coordination in New York's handling of the pandemic.

We Don't Know How Bad Bird Flu Is Getting

The H5N1 influenza virus is spreading into new animal populations, with concerns about potential human transmission and parallels to the COVID-19 response.

California Health and Human Services chief Dr. Mark Ghaly to step down

Dr. Mark Ghaly stepped down after transformative changes in California healthcare, notably during the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID czar Jay Varma's 2020 drug-fueled partying exposes public-health 'experts' as hypocritical tyrants

Dr. Jay Varma's secret lifestyle contradicts his public advocacy for strict COVID-19 measures, revealing hypocrisy and damaging trust in health authorities.

Santa Clara County renames road to honor former executive - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County renamed its main hospital entrance to honor Jeff Smith, acknowledging his leadership during crises despite conflicts with doctors.
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BofA CEO says U.S. economy is the envy of the world-but could lose its power due to national debt

The U.S. national debt has surpassed $35.7 trillion, requiring urgent attention to spending and debt management.
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'Stop the boats' slogan was error, says Cleverly

Rishi Sunak's 'Stop the Boats' slogan oversimplified a complex issue into an unachievable target, admits Conservative leadership contender James Cleverly.

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is betting that calmer economic conditions will get him re-elected

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's rapid rise to power and popularity due to his effective handling of economic challenges and COVID-19 response.

'Stop the boats' slogan was error, says Cleverly

Rishi Sunak's 'Stop the Boats' slogan oversimplified a complex issue into an unachievable target, admits Conservative leadership contender James Cleverly.

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is betting that calmer economic conditions will get him re-elected

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's rapid rise to power and popularity due to his effective handling of economic challenges and COVID-19 response.
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#london-breed

See how they run: Dolores Huerta endorses Mayor London Breed

Dolores Huerta's endorsement of London Breed signals significant support among Latino voters based on pandemic leadership.

Vea como se postulan: Dolores Huerta respalda a la alcaldesa London Breed

Dolores Huerta endorses London Breed's re-election, praising her pandemic leadership and support for low-income Latino workers.

See how they run: Dolores Huerta endorses Mayor London Breed

Dolores Huerta's endorsement of London Breed signals significant support among Latino voters based on pandemic leadership.

Vea como se postulan: Dolores Huerta respalda a la alcaldesa London Breed

Dolores Huerta endorses London Breed's re-election, praising her pandemic leadership and support for low-income Latino workers.
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Global health leaders pen open letter to 'those with the power to prevent lives being lost to the climate crisis'

Collaborative efforts are essential to enhance health systems and ensure equitable access to care in Africa and Europe.

You feel omnipresent': bringing city care to India's country hospitals

Rural hospitals in India often lack critical care facilities, leading to dire patient outcomes. The introduction of an ICU can drastically change this scenario.

California's Top Health Official to Step Down | KQED

Dr. Mark Ghaly is stepping down after significant contributions to California's COVID-19 response and healthcare reform for low-income residents.

Hortus Conclusus Center / C&P Architetti

The redevelopment of the garden at the Salesian Don Bosco center transformed a previously uninhabited space into a vibrant outdoor community hub during the pandemic.
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When poor Black communities were struggling with COVID, this surgeon stepped in

Dr. Ala Stanford founded the Black Doctors COVID-19 Consortium to provide testing and vaccines to underserved communities, prioritizing outreach to the most vulnerable.
#new-york-state

Hochul's COVID report leaves NY still lacking answers four years later

New York needs an independent commission to review the state's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

DiNapoli: Report on State's COVID response is faulty

An independent commission is necessary to review New York's COVID-19 response.

Hochul's COVID report leaves NY still lacking answers four years later

New York needs an independent commission to review the state's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

DiNapoli: Report on State's COVID response is faulty

An independent commission is necessary to review New York's COVID-19 response.
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#remote-work

How one company bypassed hybrid work for a remote-first operation

Blackbaud transitioned to remote work due to COVID-19, initially considering a hybrid setup before officially becoming remote-first in November 2021.

Employee Isn't Allowed To Work From Home Unless They Take A Vacation Day

Corporate stubbornness can lead to negative consequences even when employees can easily work remotely.

How one company bypassed hybrid work for a remote-first operation

Blackbaud transitioned to remote work due to COVID-19, initially considering a hybrid setup before officially becoming remote-first in November 2021.

Employee Isn't Allowed To Work From Home Unless They Take A Vacation Day

Corporate stubbornness can lead to negative consequences even when employees can easily work remotely.
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#economic-policies

Robinson: Joe Biden exits, Kamala Harris ascends - San Jose Spotlight

President Joe Biden's leadership helped stabilize American leadership post-Trump chaos, addressing economic issues and global relations effectively.

UK elections: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak sets July 4 national election date

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak sets July 4 as national election date amidst economic improvements, facing challenges to retain governing Conservatives' support.

Robinson: Joe Biden exits, Kamala Harris ascends - San Jose Spotlight

President Joe Biden's leadership helped stabilize American leadership post-Trump chaos, addressing economic issues and global relations effectively.

UK elections: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak sets July 4 national election date

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak sets July 4 as national election date amidst economic improvements, facing challenges to retain governing Conservatives' support.
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Top civil servant sorry for 'raw' Covid messages

Messages criticizing Boris Johnson were 'raw, in-the-moment' expressions and not reflective of the government's pandemic response.
#andrew-cuomo

New NYS COVID-19 report slams ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo for mismanaging the pandemic

Cuomo's micromanagement during the COVID-19 response led to ignoring established health department protocols, causing unnecessary confusion and deviation from preparedness plans.

Cuomo displays his COVID lies and bromides before Congress - but NY knows the truth

Andrew Cuomo appeared in Washington DC to testify on his pandemic actions before a congressional subcommittee.

No, left-leaning bully Andrew Cuomo hasn't suddenly changed his spots

Cuomo's recent actions are seen as a political calculation rather than a genuine change in mindset.

New NYS COVID-19 report slams ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo for mismanaging the pandemic

Cuomo's micromanagement during the COVID-19 response led to ignoring established health department protocols, causing unnecessary confusion and deviation from preparedness plans.

Cuomo displays his COVID lies and bromides before Congress - but NY knows the truth

Andrew Cuomo appeared in Washington DC to testify on his pandemic actions before a congressional subcommittee.

No, left-leaning bully Andrew Cuomo hasn't suddenly changed his spots

Cuomo's recent actions are seen as a political calculation rather than a genuine change in mindset.
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#pandemic-preparedness

How the UK planned for the wrong pandemic

Baroness Hallett's report highlighted the UK's decade of over-confidence and misguided pandemic preparedness, leading to severe consequences during the Covid-19 crisis.

Trump Threatens to Shut Down Pandemic Preparedness Office Launched by Biden

Biden's campaign criticized Trump for planning to close the Office of Pandemic Preparedness, emphasizing the importance of pandemic readiness and swift responses.

How the UK planned for the wrong pandemic

Baroness Hallett's report highlighted the UK's decade of over-confidence and misguided pandemic preparedness, leading to severe consequences during the Covid-19 crisis.

Trump Threatens to Shut Down Pandemic Preparedness Office Launched by Biden

Biden's campaign criticized Trump for planning to close the Office of Pandemic Preparedness, emphasizing the importance of pandemic readiness and swift responses.
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Hospital reporting of respiratory disease to lapse

Federal data collection since March 2020 provides insights beyond COVID-19, aiding in response to other illnesses like flu and RSV.

He voted Trump in 2016, Biden in 2020. He's the kind of voter candidates are desperate to swing

Small business owner in a swing state switched from Trump to Biden due to Covid response.
Disillusionment with the 2020 presidential options despite aligning with Biden this time.

Ireland: Simon Harris elected new prime minister DW 04/09/2024

Simon Harris, 37, becomes Ireland's youngest prime minister, succeeding Leo Varadkar.
Harris, known for handling Ireland's COVID-19 response, faces challenges like housing shortage and asylum seeker issues.

Sister Dana sez, "April showers bring May flowers..." - San Francisco Bay Times

Perverts Put Out! is a long-standing queer sexuality literary and performance art cabaret in San Francisco.
The Center for Sex and Culture supports local queer and trans artistic and cultural work, providing education and preserving knowledge about sex and gender.

California Stuck With $300 Million Tab as FEMA Denies COVID Housing Program Expenses | KQED

California cities and counties expected FEMA to cover costs of moving homeless residents to hotels for COVID-19 protection.
FEMA's sudden refusal to reimburse has left local governments financially strained.

Covid inquiry: Vaughan Gething used disappearing messages

Disappearing messages used by Wales' health minister during pandemic
Limited messages showed Welsh government advisors deleted communications

Berkeley's health, housing director to leave for bigger job in Marin County

Berkeley's head of health, housing and community services (HHCS), Lisa Warhuus, is leaving her role for a position in Marin County.
Warhuus oversaw Berkeley's COVID-19 response and pushed for an equity-based pandemic response.
Warhuus' departure comes amid a citywide staffing shortage affecting multiple departments.

Covid inquiry: What time is Rishi Sunak giving evidence and how to watch

Rishi Sunak, former chancellor, will be questioned about the government's response to the Covid-19 pandemic and the Eat Out to Help Out scheme.
WhatsApp messages shown to the inquiry reveal that Sunak was referred to as 'Dr. Death' during the pandemic.

Former PM Boris Johnson testifies over Britain's botched COVID-19 response

Former UK PM Boris Johnson testifies in public inquiry on government's handling of COVID-19
Britain had one of the worst COVID-19 death tolls in Europe

Former UK PM Boris Johnson says his gov't underestimated COVID-19 threat

Boris Johnson acknowledges mistakes in government's COVID-19 response
Johnson apologizes for the pain and suffering caused to families of victims
Former aides criticize Johnson for indecisiveness and lack of scientific understanding

California vs. Florida: The surprising answer to which handled COVID better

California and Florida have taken different approaches to the COVID-19 crisis, with California emphasizing science and data, and Florida prioritizing economic health.
The debate between the governors of California and Florida highlights the divide between the two states' responses to the pandemic.
The controversy over COVID-19 vaccines has become a major point of distinction between California and Florida.

UK took action too late against COVID-19 during first wave of pandemic, top medical officer says

The UK's chief medical adviser, Chris Whitty, admitted that the government was too slow in responding to the first wave of the pandemic.
Whitty expressed concern about the negative impact of isolation policies, school closures, and lockdowns on the poorest people and those living alone.
The independent COVID-19 inquiry was ordered by former Prime Minister Boris Johnson to scrutinize and learn lessons from the UK's response to the pandemic.
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Anthony Fauci faces grilling by Republicans over COVID-19 response, origins | LIVE

Fauci faces House Republicans' scrutiny at hearing on COVID-19 response and virus origin theories.

Anthony Fauci Recalls Trump Cursing Out That F**ker' Biden In Unnerving' Last Conversation With President

Former President Trump used unprofessional language towards Biden and promised to win the 2020 election during a heated phone call with Dr. Fauci.

Marjorie Taylor Greene refuses to call Dr. Fauci a "doctor" then gets epically slammed - LGBTQ Nation

Rep. Greene refuses to address Dr. Fauci as a doctor and accuses him of 'crimes against humanity.'

Anthony Fauci faces grilling by Republicans over COVID-19 response, origins | LIVE

Fauci faces House Republicans' scrutiny at hearing on COVID-19 response and virus origin theories.

Anthony Fauci Recalls Trump Cursing Out That F**ker' Biden In Unnerving' Last Conversation With President

Former President Trump used unprofessional language towards Biden and promised to win the 2020 election during a heated phone call with Dr. Fauci.

Marjorie Taylor Greene refuses to call Dr. Fauci a "doctor" then gets epically slammed - LGBTQ Nation

Rep. Greene refuses to address Dr. Fauci as a doctor and accuses him of 'crimes against humanity.'
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Daily briefing: Anthony Fauci denies 'preposterous' accusations of COVID origins cover-up

Creating a Bose-Einstein condensate from molecules achieved by cooling sodium-caesium molecules almost to a standstill.
China's Chang'e-6 mission successfully collected rock samples from the far side of the Moon, advancing towards returning samples to Earth.

The major takeaways for federal employees from the first presidential debate

The debate featured Biden emphasizing expanding federal agency roles while Trump focused on reining in governmental overreach.

Biden and Trump face off in first 2024 presidential debate DW 06/28/2024

Biden and Trump clashed over the economy, pandemic response, and foreign policy in the 2024 presidential debate.
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