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Clarence Thomas Fast Facts

July 19, 2021 3:03 PM CNN Newsource

CNN Editorial Research Here is a look at the life of US Supreme Court Associate Justice Clarence Thomas. Personal Birth date: June 23, 1948 Birth place: Pin Point, Georgia Birth name: Clarence Thomas Father: M.C. Thomas, a farm worker Mother: Leola (Anderson) Thomas Marriages: Virginia “Ginni” (Lamp) Thomas (May 30, 1987-present); Kathy (Ambush) Thomas (1971-1984,

The Ingenuity helicopter is flying in parallel with the Perseverance rover as it drives on Mars -- as shown by the rover tracks captured by the chopper's camera on July 5.

Ingenuity helicopter spies intriguing features on Mars during record-breaking flight

July 19, 2021 2:27 PM CNN Newsource

By Ashley Strickland, CNN During a recent daring Martian flight by the Ingenuity helicopter July 5, the chopper acted like an aerial scout for the Perseverance rover as it sailed over rough but intriguing terrain. Now, photos taken during the 2,051-foot-long flight are helping the Perseverance science team develop the rover’s exploration plan. This Martian

NHL prospect Luke Prokop comes out as gay, in a first for the league

July 19, 2021 2:10 PM CNN Newsource

By Scottie Andrew and Courtney Culp, CNN National Hockey League prospect Luke Prokop came out as gay via a heartfelt statement to fans Monday, saying he hoped it would improve gay visibility within the hockey community. Prokop and the Nashville Predators, the NHL team that drafted him in 2020, confirmed the news in statements on

NYPD Officer Ronald Kennedy used an empty bag of potato chips and tape to suppress the bleeding on a stabbing victim.

This NYPD officer used an empty potato chip bag and tape to save a stabbing victim’s life

July 19, 2021 2:08 PM CNN Newsource

By Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN A New York City Police Department (NYPD) officer used an empty bag of potato chips and some tape to treat a stabbing victim’s wound, which authorities said ultimately, saved the victim’s life. Officer Ronald Kennedy arrived at the scene in Harlem on July 7 and immediately approached the victim. “Go get

Canada will finally open its borders, first to Americans, beginning August 9

July 19, 2021 2:15 PM CNN Newsource

By Paula Newton, CNN The long wait will soon be over for foreigners who have been banned from entering Canada for nearly 16 months. Beginning August 9, fully vaccinated citizens and permanent residents of the United States currently residing in the US will be permitted to enter Canada. Non-essential travel into Canada has been banned

Anti-vaxxers and anti-maskers gathered at Indiana University's Sample Gates to protest against mandatory Covid-19 vaccinations IU is requiring for students

Federal judge upholds Indiana University’s Covid-19 vaccination requirements

July 19, 2021 3:31 PM CNN Newsource

By Elizabeth Stuart and Eric Levenson, CNN A federal judge on Sunday preliminarily upheld Indiana University’s policy requiring students to receive Covid-19 vaccinations before returning to campus for the fall semester. “Recognizing the students’ significant liberty to refuse unwanted medical treatment, the Fourteenth Amendment permits Indiana University to pursue a reasonable and due process of

The American Academy of Pediatrics released new Covid-19 guidance for schools that supports in-person learning and

Dr. Fauci reacts to new student mask guidance

July 19, 2021 11:20 AM CNN

The American Academy of Pediatrics released new Covid-19 guidance for schools that supports in-person learning and, among other things, recommends universal masking in school of everyone over the age of 2.

American Academy of Pediatrics recommends masks in schools for everyone over 2, regardless of vaccinations

July 22, 2021 5:20 PM CNN Newsource

By Naomi Thomas, CNN The American Academy of Pediatrics released new Covid-19 guidance for schools on Monday that supports in-person learning and recommends universal masking in school of everyone over the age of 2, regardless of vaccination status — a stricter position than that taken this month by the US Centers for Disease Control and

Kurt Westergaard lived under police protection after he depicted the prophet Mohammed wearing a bomb as a turban. Westergaard has died at the age of 86.

Kurt Westergaard, cartoonist whose depiction of Mohammed sparked outrage, dead at 86

July 19, 2021 8:35 AM CNN Newsource

By Jack Guy and James Frater, CNN Danish cartoonist Kurt Westergaard, whose depiction of the prophet Mohammed wearing a turban made out of a bomb sparked a wave of violence in 2006, has died at the age of 86. Danish newspaper Berlingske reported Westergaard’s death on Sunday, citing information from his family. The cartoonist died

The Hubble Space Telescope is functioning again after more than a month offline as a result of a problem with the payload computer on board.

The Hubble Space Telescope is functioning again after more than month offline

July 19, 2021 8:05 AM CNN Newsource

By Katie Hunt, CNN The Hubble Space Telescope is functioning again after more than a month offline as a result of a problem with the payload computer on board. On Saturday, NASA said engineers had successfully switched the telescope, which orbits 340 miles above Earth’s surface, to backup hardware, a high-stakes maneuver that began Thursday.

A man stands in front of a destroyed house after floods caused major damage in Schuld near Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler

Deadly floods inundated parts of Europe, but the Netherlands avoided fatalities. Here’s why

July 20, 2021 2:02 AM CNN Newsource

By Ivana Kottasová and Mick Krever, CNN As communities devastated by the catastrophic flooding in parts of western Europe start picking up the pieces, they are wondering how it all went so wrong, so fast. After all, Europe has a world-leading warning system that issued regular alerts for days before floods engulfed entire villages. But

Picturesque German town now choked with mud and debris

July 19, 2021 10:11 AM CNN

The streets of Altenahr, Germany, or what remains of them, are buried under mud, with cars wedged between collapsed buildings and piles of debris. CNN’s Atika Shubert reports even the dead were not spared after a devastating flood struck the village.

A shooting at a Houston motel on July 18 left two people and a suspected gunman dead and two others wounded

Suspected gunman and 2 others killed in shooting at a Houston motel, police say

July 19, 2021 5:55 AM CNN Newsource

By Madeline Holcombe and Joe Sutton, CNN A shooting at a Houston motel Sunday night left two people and a suspected gunman dead and two others wounded, according to Houston police. The incident does not appear to be an instance of domestic violence and it does not appear that the suspect knew the victims, Houston

5 things to know for July 19: Covid-19, extreme weather, gun violence, DACA, Austria

July 19, 2021 5:24 AM CNN Newsource

By Dominic Rech, CNN There are some real winners from record-high car prices. (But, hint: It’s not automakers.) Here’s what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day. (You can also get “5 Things You Need to Know Today” delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up here.) 1. Coronavirus Millions

Dry storms could impact a span of 1000 miles across the West

July 19, 2021 5:24 AM CNN

Lightning and gusty winds from dry storms are forecast for vast area from the Pacific to the Canadian border. CNN Meteorologist Karen Maginnis tells us how this may impact the fire fighting efforts across the West.

Austria investigating reports of ‘Havana syndrome’ among US diplomats

July 19, 2021 5:24 AM CNN

Austrian authorities are investigating reports that US diplomats in Vienna have experienced symptoms of a mystery illness known as Havana Syndrome. CNN’s Nic Robertson reports.

Bash asks Surgeon General if Fox News disinformation is killing people

July 19, 2021 5:24 AM CNN

In the wake of the Biden administration accusing social media platforms of killing people for allowing the spread of disinformation and misinformation, CNN’s Dan Bash asks US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy if disinformation about vaccines and Covid-19 spread by Fox News and other Conservative media outlets is doing the same thing.

Fareed compares the pandemic to the 2008 global crisis

July 19, 2021 5:24 AM CNN

CNN’s Fareed Zakaria gives his take on why the global coordination between governments following the 2008 financial crisis yields important lessons for fighting Covid-19.

Picturesque German town now choked with mud and debris

July 19, 2021 5:24 AM CNN

The streets of Altenahr, Germany, or what remains of them, are buried under mud, with cars wedged between collapsed buildings and piles of debris. CNN’s Atika Shubert reports even the dead were not spared after a devastating flood struck the village.

Toobin: This is what’s maddening about the DACA fight

July 19, 2021 5:24 AM CNN

A federal judge in Texas ruled that Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, the Obama-era program shielding certain undocumented immigrants from deportation, is illegal and blocked new applicants. CNN’s Jeffrey Toobin and Abby Phillip share what this ruling means both legally and politically for the US.