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World mulls next step as US backs intellectual property waiver on COVID vaccines

World mulls next step as US backs intellectual property waiver on COVID vaccines

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World mulls next step as US backs intellectual property waiver on COVID vaccines

The move to support waiving intellectual property protections on vaccines under World Trade Organization rules marked a dramatic shift for the United States.

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China rejects G-7 criticism on human rights

Officials from the U.S., Japan, Germany, Britain, France, Italy and Canada said they were deeply concerned about Beijing’s treatment of Uyghur and other minorities.
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Biden hits schools goal even as many students learn remotely

An Education Department survey found that in March, 54% of public schools below high school were offering full-time classroom learning to any student who wanted it.
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Vatican conference features Fauci, Francis — and Aerosmith

The Vatican is opening a unique three-day health conference featuring a star-studded lineup. It is addressing COVID-19 and other global health threats.

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Owner of pizza shops in CT, NY sentenced to prison for tax scheme

Bruno DiFabio, 51, and his business partner Steven Cioffi would remove money from the cash register but not deposit it into the restaurants’ operating bank account.
CT Senate pass several bills in lengthy 17-hour session; extend absentee voting and telehealth provisions

Five bills were on the table dealing with issues including the state’s prison population, gerrymandering, extending telehealth services, and children’s health

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NASCAR unveils next-generation car

Officials said the car gives manufacturers greater latitude to incorporate features into the race car body that better replicate the look and feel of the street car.
COVID-19 vaccines will be available at Yard Goats games

Fans that get vaccinated will also receive a Dunkin Donuts gift card and four future tickets.