Revenge of the Covid Conspiracy Theorists
After years of GOP attacks on US health agencies, Trump appointees are poised to bring Covid-19 conspiracies to their leadership of US agencies. Federal workers are scared of what comes next.
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Flu deaths may have surpassed COVID deaths nationwide, early data suggests
Influenza trends have reached record highs in recent weeks.CBS News - 1d -
Flu deaths outpace COVID deaths in 22 states for first time since pandemic began
For the first time the pandemic began, deaths from influenza have outpaced deaths from COVID-19 in 22 states, plus New York City and Washington, D.C. Dr. Jon LaPook has the latest numbers.CBS News - 1d -
Covid Learning Losses
We explain the ways students haven’t recovered.The New York Times - 1d -
Dismissed, excluded and now adored: how the female surrealists finally had their revenge
Written off as ‘muses’ and denied entry to the movement, they still produced extraordinary work that is only now being appreciated. We enter a gender-breaking world of occult worship – and cats. ...The Guardian - 1d -
Inter's revenge: Inzaghi hails mental strength
Inter Milan avenged last week's loss to Fiorentina with a 2-1 victory, reclaiming second place in Serie A and moving within one point of leader Napoli.ESPN - 1d -
Conspiracy theory on methane-cutting cow feed a ‘wake-up call’, say scientists
Social media storm of misinformation about Bovaer has drawn in Reform UK, the dairy industry and even Bill Gates. Scientists say a recent methane-related conspiracy theory was “a wake-up call” for ...The Guardian - 1d -
NFL unveils logo for Super Bowl 60 at Levi's Stadium, and here are the colors for you conspiracy theorists
The Super Bowl is headed to the bay area in February 2026CBS Sports - 2d -
Texas upsets South Carolina: Madison Booker, No. 4 Longhorns exact revenge on No. 2 Gamecocks in Austin
After Booker disappointed in a loss to South Carolina earlier this season, she was up for the task SundayCBS Sports - 3d -
UK recruiters say toughest conditions in jobs market since Covid
KPMG/REC report points to impact of tax-raising measures in October Budget on employer confidenceFinancial Times - 3d -
I Do Not Want Revenge for My Father’s Death
My father’s killer is being released to save hostages.The New York Times - 3d -
Congress must prevent a mass-amnesty for COVID fraud
Don't give criminals and fraudsters a “get out of jail free” card for COVID fraud.The Hill - 4d -
Super Bowl repeat or revenge? Whatever happens, history will be made
Patrick Mahomes can become the first quarterback to win four titles before turning 30 while Saquon Barkley has a shot at breaking the postseason rushing record. A spectre of inevitability hangs ...The Guardian - 4d -
Chiefs eyeing history while Eagles want revenge - Super Bowl preview
Can the Kansas City Chiefs complete an unprecedented three-peat in Super Bowl 59 or will the Philadelphia Eagles gain revenge?BBC News - 4d -
Donald Trump revokes Joe Biden’s security clearance in latest revenge move
US president cites Biden’s removal of Trump’s security clearance in 2021 in the wake of the January 6 attacks and attempts to overturn the 2020 election result. President Donald Trump has said he’s ...The Guardian - 5d -
Small Businesses Will Be Subjected to ‘the Fury of Debt Collectors’ for Covid Loans, According to Senate Dems
Proposed legislation could hurt struggling small businesses, Senator Ed Markey warns.Inc. - 5d -
How Elon Musk boosted false USAID conspiracy theories to shut down global aid
Elon Musk drove fringe viewpoints on USAID into the mainstream on X, as the Trump administration halted the humanitarian relief agency’s work.NBC News - 5d -
Trump Amplifies Conspiracy Over U.S. Payments to Politico
President Trump spread unfounded claims that the government had paid Politico and other news media outlets for positive coverage of Democrats. Records show agencies paid for subscriptions.The New York Times - 6d -
This officiating conspiracy theory could actually sway the Super Bowl outcome
No matter where anyone stands on the issue, what is undeniable is that the officiating crew for Super Bowl LIX is well aware of what is being said.Yahoo Sports - 6d
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Elon Musk’s X Settles Trump Lawsuit
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