Ron DeSantis, Praised for COVID Response, Faces Surge in Hospitalizations
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There were at least 916 coronavirus patients in state hospitals on Monday, marking a 411 percent increase from the beginning of the month.
'Kim Kardashian Lookalike' Jailed After Trying to Smuggle Millions In Cash
Tara Hanlon was arrested after authorities stopped her from flying to Dubai with vacuum-sealed bundles of cash in five checked suitcases.
Trump Chooses Ken Paxton Over George P. Bush in Texas AG Race
Former President Donald Trump has announced his endorsement of the current Attorney General of Texas Ken Paxton.
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World's Best Smart Hospitals 2021
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The Best Credit Cards of 2021
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Day four of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games is underway as Team USA takes gold after strong performances in the swimming and shooting events. Follow Newsweek's liveblog for all the latest.
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New Law Bans Requiring COVID Vaccinations to Access Public Spaces
"Every person has the natural, essential, and inherent right to bodily integrity, free from any threat or compulsion by government to accept an immunization."
Britney Spears' Conservator Pick is Accountant With Finance Experience
Britney Spears' lawyer, Mathew Rosengart, has filed a request to have Jason Rubin take over the conservatorship.
Russia, China Offer Support to Syria Amid Biden Moves in Afghanistan, Iraq
A joint statement by Russia and Syria argued that "an illegitimate stay in Syria of foreign military contingents...impedes stabilization in occupied areas," and China issued "unwavering support for Syria's efforts to safeguard its sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity."
AOC Asks Ohioans to 'Send Me Nina' in Special Election to Boost 'Squad'
"We need Nina. I need Nina," Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said regarding Congressional candidate Nina Turner at the Cleveland rally. "Please send me Nina."
ICU Doctor Doesn't Want 'I Told You So' Demeanor as COVID Hits Unvaccinated
"The majority of people who do come in sick, and again, all of them are unvaccinated, we're seeing most of them are regretful about that," Beaumont Health's Dr. Justin Skrzynski told Newsweek.
Final Name on Surfside Missing List Has Remains Identified by Authorities
Estelle Hedaya was the final victim to be removed from the deadly building collapse, ending what her relatives described as a torturous four-week wait.
Andrew Cuomo Concerned By Lawyers Investigating Sexual Harassment Claims
The lawyers involved have spent months speaking to women who say Cuomo touched them inappropriately and make sexual remarks.
Texas, Florida Lead U.S. in COVID Cases
Florida is at 340.7 cases per 100,000 residents, while Texas has 108.7 cases per 100,000 residents. The Sunshine State landed on the CDC's most severe category for cases-by-population.
Jeff Bezos Offers NASA Billions in Funding for Lunar Mission Contract
"Blue Origin is committed to building a future where millions of people live and work in space to benefit the Earth," Bezos wrote in a letter.
Majority of French Support Vaccine Mandate as 'Health Pass' Bill Approved
The recent measure passed by the French government requires health care workers to receive a vaccine and a "health pass" system to enter public venues.
Mask Mandate Issued in County Where 9 in 10 Are Vaccinated Amid Delta Surge
Residents of San Mateo County have mostly backed the reintroduction of a mask policy as the area sees a "troublesome" rise of COVID cases.
COVID Rules at Tokyo Olympics, What Happens When Athletes Test Positive
The regulations for when an athlete tests positive for COVID at the Tokyo Games, such as whether they can be replaced, depends on the sport.
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America’s Best Eye Doctors 2021
Taking care of your eyes is important and finding the right doctors can make a big difference. Newsweek partnered with Statista to find the best eye doctors in the United States.
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How IB Schools Help Your Child Get Ahead.
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America's Best Trending Online Shops 2021
Newsweek teamed up with Statista to compile for the first time the 1,000 best trending online shops across eight general categories.
World's Best Specialized Hospitals 2022
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America's Best Plastic Surgeons 2021
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America's Most Trusted Brands
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Trump Says GOP Being 'Absolutely Savaged' by Democrats in Infrastructure
"Republicans, don't let the Radical Left play you for weak fools and losers," former President Donald Trump wrote in a statement.
Wildfires Across California, Oregon and Washington Burn Nearly 1.5M Acres
There are 86 active large fires burning across 12 U.S. states, as more than 22,200 wildland firefighters and incident management teams battle the blazes.
Major Medical Groups Call for Mandatory Vaccines for All Healthcare Workers
"The health and safety of U.S. workers, families, communities and the nation depends on it," the joint statement read.
'Pelosi Republicans': McCarthy Chides Cheney, Kinzinger Over 1/6 Committee
When asked if Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger would be punished for serving on the January 6 Capitol Riot committee, McCarthy replied, "We'll see."
Iran Protests Reach Tehran, Videos Show Crowds Chanting for Fall of Regime
The drought protests that began in Khuzestan earlier this month have taken on more overtly anti-regime sentiment and reached the capital.
Critical Race Theory Proving to Be Difficult Wedge Issue for Democrats
Recent reports show teaching anti-racism and other related issues to grade school children is an unpopular concept among independents and moderate Democrats.
Thomas Barrack, Trump Ally, Pleads Not Guilty to Acting as Foreign Agent
The former Trump adviser is accused of asking UAE officials' feedback on a speech Trump was going to give, what to promote during interviews and whom to advocate for administration appointments.
Donald Trump Supporters Protest as Jill Biden Visits Vaccine Clinic
About 20 of the former president's supporters and anti-vaccination proponents arrived as the first lady was addressing a school in Hawaii.
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