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An unequal society means covid-19 is hitting ethnic minorities harder

People from an ethnic minority are disproportionately affected by covid-19. Researchers say the reasons are rooted in existing social and healthcare inequalities




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7 mental health expert tips on how to cope with the covid-19 pandemic

Whether you are at home alone or juggling work and family, those working in mental health share their advice on how to cope with the covid-19 pandemic




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Electrical devices implanted in the brain may help treat anorexia

In a small trial, implanting electrodes into the brain helped women with severe anorexia gain weight and feel less anxious and depressed




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The past can help us deal with the pandemic’s mental health fallout

Lessons learned from natural disasters and the military can help guide our responses to help people's mental health during the covid-19 pandemic




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Rotten fish smell could detect awareness in people with brain injuries

It can be difficult for doctors to assess the level of consciousness in people who have had serious brain injuries, but observing their reaction to strong odours may help




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We must act quickly to avoid a pandemic-related mental health crisis

We are already seeing the pandemic's effects on mental health, and we need to act urgently to avoid a full-blown crisis, says Sam Howells  




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Coronavirus: What does evidence say about schools reopening?

Many studies suggest coronavirus has low transmission rates among children, but there are still risks to reopening schools that were closed due to social distancing policies




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Australia sees huge decrease in flu cases due to coronavirus measures

Australia recorded just 229 flu cases this April, compared with 18,705 last April, probably due to lockdown measures to stop the spread of the coronavirus




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Why is coronavirus deadly for some, but harmless in others?

To figure out what makes some people more vulnerable to severe cases of covid-19, we need to rethink what we know about infection




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Covid-19 shows why an infodemic of bad science must never happen again

Once the coronavirus pandemic is over, we must work out how to stop the spread of poor information that has helped make a bad situation that much worse




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How the covid-19 pandemic has led to a flood of misleading science

Amid the global coronavirus outbreak, a second epidemic of preliminary, unverified and misinterpreted research has broken out. Can it be fixed?




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64 laser pointer attacks on aircraft recorded in Sask. since 2013

Laser pointer attacks on aircraft have become increasingly rare over the years in Saskatchewan, as figures from Transport Canada show.




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'The need to do more': Province unveils Saskatchewan suicide prevention plan

Pillars For Life: The Saskatchewan Suicide Prevention Plan, released Friday, "will guide activities specific to suicide prevention based on Saskatchewan’s context," Rural and Remote Health Minister Warren Kaeding said in a statement.




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Celebrating Mother's Day during COVID-19 pandemic

On a Mother's Day unlike previous ones, here are a few ideas to help you celebrate, whether your mom is near, far, or socially isolating.




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SHA considering First Nations, Métis data-sharing for COVID-19 cases

"If we don't have all the information in front of us to help us make decisions, then how do we flatten the curve and stop the spread?"




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Municipalities of Sask. president calls for amalgamation

"I think people are seeing that there is a problem. It's whether they are prepared to take that political risk to actually do something about it."




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Senior Living: Consider a collateral charge

There are benefits to getting a collateral charge for long-term estate and financial planning. As an adviser to high-net-worth clients, I have always recommended setting up a collateral charge for every client regardless of their debt or savings situation. A collateral charge is a financial planning tool secured against your primary residence for 100 per […]




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Even if we get a COVID-19 vaccine, it could be less effective in people 50 and older

Scientists are working hard to understand how age changes the immune system so that they can better protect seniors against current and future infectious diseases





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Andrew Garfield, Michael Shannon and Other 2017 Oscar Nominees Respond to Academy Nod

Some of this year's Oscar nominees, including Andrew Garfield and Michael Shannon, react to news of their nomination.




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‘Resident Evil: The Final Chapter,’ ‘Gold,’ ‘A Dog’s Purpose’: Review Revue

What film critics have to say about this week's new releases.




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Designing the 1960s Battleground for ‘Feud: Bette and Joan’

If Judy Becker is forced to pick a side in “Feud: Bette and Joan,” the production designer for the FX series says she’s team Bette Davis, but she’d rather live in Joan Crawford’s house. “We designed an amazing closet for her and I can’t deny that I would love to have that,” she says. The […]




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Ricciardo retains F1 world title belief despite Renault frustration

The last Formula One season was a disappointing one for Daniel Ricciardo, who retains a burning desire to win the world title.





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Little Richard dead: Rock and roll legend dies aged 87

Rock and roll legend Little Richard, dubbed the "king and queen" of the genre, has died aged 87.Rolling Stone magazine said his son Danny Penniman confirmed the star's death.





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'Great entertainer' Stokes clearly deserving of world's best honour, says Ford

Graham Ford hailed Ben Stokes as a "great entertainer" after the England all-rounder's recent recognition by Wisden.





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‘Liverpool used to fall apart, now they’re made of strong stuff’ – Ince hails Klopp’s title hopefuls

The former Reds midfielder has saluted the efforts of a team that could have regressed again after missing out on the Premier League crown in 2019





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Van Dijk billed as best defender in the world as AC Milan legend Baresi salutes Liverpool’s ‘leader’

The Rossoneri icon has sought to talk up the importance of defenders in any ambitious side, with those at Anfield having found one of real “quality”





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Chennai connection: Chennaiyin FC player Thapa loves Dhoni's "down to earth" attitude

New Delhi, May 9: Mahendra Singh Dhoni's manic following just keeps on increasing with India and Chennaiyin FC midfielder Anirudh Thapa being the latest to join the bandwagon of his awestruck fans. Dhoni is one of the co-owners of Chennaiyin





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Bruno Fernandes adds 'extra dimension' to Manchester United: Jaap Stam




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Bundesliga returns - Can Dortmund end their title drought?




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Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals Join Roses Are Red Challenge on Twitter, Post Hilarious Replies (Watch Video)

The Roses are Red Challenge has caught the internet and has become a fad now as the netizens are coming up with a hilarious line which rhyme with roses are red. It is the netizens who have started this trend amid lockdown and most of them are making their own versions of their poems. Most of them tickle your funny bone with the one-liners which have caught the attention of the Internet users.





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Man Utd told they may have got Bruno Fernandes for €20m amid coronavirus pandemic

The Portuguese giants offloaded the midfielder in January in a deal worth up to €65m, but asking prices have since dropped due to the Covid-19 crisis





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Lockdown Effect: Junior Badminton Coach Says Feel Like a Counsellor Dealing with Frustrated Players

Chief junior national coach Sanjay Mishra tells his wards to try and control the negative thoughts which would also help them deal with tough match situations.





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Henderson to Fulham & Bale to Nottingham Forest? Ex-Liverpool director of football makes transfer claims

Damien Comolli, who took the England international to Anfield, saw the Reds enter into transfer talks with the Cottagers during the summer of 2012





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Pogba and Fernandes can be 'amazing' pairing with 'compromise', tips Neville

Gary Neville took to Twitter to answer questions around Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes, and Manchester United's future transfer policy.





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'It is difficult for defenders' - Cannavaro sympathises with Van Dijk over Ballon d'Or defeat

Players at the back face an uphill struggle to win awards even before a ball has been kicked, according to the last defender to win the coveted prize





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Republicans want review of aid to WHO, Democrat may subpoena Pompeo

Five U.S. Senate Republicans introduced a bill on Wednesday seeking a review of U.S. participation in the World Health Organization and other international institutions, after President Donald Trump's administration suspended U.S. contributions to the U.N. health agency and accused it of mishandling the coronavirus pandemic.




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Blame China. Remake economy: Trump pivots to new election message amid pandemic

George Engelmann, a perennial swing voter in swing-state Wisconsin, says President Donald Trump has won his vote for November's election thanks to his response to the coronavirus pandemic.




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U.S. House Democrats to attempt passing next coronavirus bill soon

U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Thursday laid out the broad outlines of the next massive coronavirus-response bill Democrats will seek, with possible votes as soon as next week.




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Trump campaign launches $10 million ad blitz against Biden

President Donald Trump’s re-election campaign launched a massive, multi-million dollar ad blitz against presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden on Thursday, its biggest onslaught against Biden since the coronavirus pandemic hit the United States.




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Trump considering more coronavirus economic relief measures

President Donald Trump said on Thursday his administration was considering further economic measures, possibly via executive orders, to provide help against the economic fallout from the novel coronavirus pandemic.




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In video interview, Biden's accuser says he should drop out of White House race

The woman who alleges presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden sexually assaulted her in 1993 said in a video interview on Thursday that he should withdraw from the White House race.




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Exclusive: Biden allies told to attack Trump's stimulus as 'cronyism'

Allies of presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden are being told to sharpen attacks on President Donald Trump's stimulus efforts as thinly veiled "cronyism," according to a memo being sent to Democratic officeholders and supporters on Friday.




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White House won't consider another stimulus bill in May -Kudlow

The White House has halted talks with Congress over any further coronavirus stimulus package as it waits for more information about how U.S. state reopenings affect the economy, White House top economic adviser Larry Kudlow told reporters on Friday.




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California to use mail-in ballots for all 2020 voters due to pandemic

California on Friday became the first state to commit to sending mail-in ballots to all registered voters for the November election as a result of the coronavirus pandemic to safeguard voter access and public safety.




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Acting U.S. spy chief overhauls agency in defiance of congressional concerns

Defying congressional oversight concerns, U.S. President Donald Trump’s acting director of national intelligence on Friday unveiled organizational changes to his agency.




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As Trump returns to the road, some Democrats want to bust Biden out of his basement

While President Donald Trump traveled to the battleground state of Arizona this week, his Democratic opponent for the White House, Joe Biden, campaigned from his basement as he has done throughout the coronavirus pandemic.




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The Simpsons Predicted COVID-19 and Murder Hornets in 1993

The Simpsons has done it again, this time predicting the COVID-19 pandemic and murder hornets. Here are some other instances of The Simpsons predicting the future.




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Zelda Breath of the Wild Shrines Guide: Locations, Map, and Treasures

Need help tracking down and completing all 120 shrines in the Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild? Look no further. Here's everything you need to know, from the complete list of shrines to a map with every shrine location.