Senate Democrats are laying the groundwork now to use a rare procedural tactic known as reconciliation to pass major parts of President Joe Biden’s Covid-19 relief package if Republicans stand in the way, according to multiple Democratic aides. While leadership has yet to give the go ahead publicly and negotiations with Republicans are still getting…… MORE
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Biden’s Covid plan has to work. The economy depends on it
The fate of the economic recovery is riding on President Joe Biden’s mission to speed up the lackluster rollout of coronavirus vaccines. While the development of vaccines happened faster than many had expected, distribution is lagging behind schedule, in part because of the chaotic presidential transition in the midst of the worst pandemic in a…… MORE
Fact check: Biden falsely claims journalists had all said his vaccination goal was impossible to meet
President Joe Biden delivered a factually accurate Thursday speech about the coronavirus pandemic. But then, after he signed a series of executive actions intended to address the crisis, he was asked by a reporter whether the vaccination goal he announced in December — 100 million doses administered in 100 days — is sufficiently ambitious. The…… MORE
NFL to allow 22,000 fans at Super Bowl LV, including 7,500 vaccinated health care workers
The National Football League will allow 22,000 fans at Super Bowl LV next month — including 7,500 vaccinated health care workers who will get free tickets, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said Friday. The NFL made the decision “following discussions with public health officials, including the CDC, the Florida Department of Health, and area hospitals and…… MORE
This couple married for 70 years were scheduled to get the Covid-19 vaccine, but died from the virus before their appointment
Childhood sweethearts who were inseparable during their 70 years of marriage died of Covid-19 while holding hands in an Ohio hospital, their family told CNN. Dick Meek, 89, and Shirley Meek, 87, passed away within minutes of each other on January 16 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, the family said. “They never had…… MORE
Fauci says lack of candor from Trump administration ‘very likely’ cost lives
Dr. Anthony Fauci said Friday that the lack of truthfulness from the Trump administration regarding the Covid-19 pandemic “very likely” cost American lives. “Particularly when you’re in the situation of almost being in a crisis with the number of cases and hospitalizations and deaths that we have — when you start talking about things that…… MORE
Two tech stalwarts fail to impress Wall Street
Tech companies have been an investor favorite during the pandemic. But Wall Street is keeping its distance from two industry stalwarts after their latest earnings reports. Intel beat full-year revenue expectations, hauling in a record $77.9 billion last year and announcing that it would boost its quarterly dividend to reward shareholders. But investors still weren’t…… MORE
The Senate is stalled as Schumer and McConnell work out power sharing
A Senate stalled. That’s how we start the day and end the week. The talks of bipartisanship are quickly getting ensnared by must-move Senate business, not the least of which is getting an agreement on how the Senate will be run over the next two years. It seems simple, but it’s a big deal and…… MORE
3 reasons Americans need more federal aid
Congress has approved trillions in relief funds for Americans suffering because of the pandemic recession, but President Joe Biden thinks the country needs even more. Last week, he unveiled a $1.9 trillion economic stimulus plan that he wants to push through Congress, and on Wednesday — his first day in office — he signed executive…… MORE
Most common mistakes in online workouts that cause pain or injury
Virtual workouts have become increasingly popular due to Covid-19 restrictions. Online sessions allow you to bring your workout with you wherever you are, a convenience hitting the gym can’t offer. However, without an in-person trainer or fitness instructor by your side, it can be easy to misinterpret the proper form for a new move. In…… MORE
