Sophia Waterfield

Sophia Waterfield is a reporter for Newsweek based at its London bureau. She has written for publications such as Metro UK, New Scientist, and Forbes.com, and has covered topics such as business technology, digital healthcare, disabilities and mental illness. Sophia graduated from the University for the Creative Arts in 2010 where she studied journalism. You can contact her on s.waterfield@newsweek.com.
Are Banks Open on Veterans Day 2020? Bank of America, Chase, and More Hours

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Are Banks Open on Veterans Day 2020? Bank of America, Chase, and More HoursThinking of visiting your local bank on November 11? Think again.

On 11/11/20 at 12:01 AM EST

Is There Mail on Veterans Day? USPS, UPS and FedEx Holiday Hours

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Is There Mail on Veterans Day? USPS, UPS and FedEx Holiday HoursDoes the U.S. Postal Service run on a federal holiday?

On 11/11/20 at 12:01 AM EST

National Cappuccino Day 2020 Deals From Tim Horton's and Others

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National Cappuccino Day 2020 Deals From Tim Horton's and OthersWake up to the smell of a freshly brewed cappuccino.

On 11/8/20 at 12:01 AM EST

National Nachos Day 2020 Deals from Moe's Southwest Grill and Taco John's

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National Nachos Day 2020 Deals from Moe's Southwest Grill and Taco John'sWith so many great deals on what is one of Americans' favorite foods, here's where to celebrate the end of the week.

On 11/6/20 at 8:14 AM EST

Starbucks Red Cup 2020: A Look at Every Winter Holiday Cup By Year

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Starbucks Red Cup 2020: A Look at Every Winter Holiday Cup By YearFrom magenta cups to custom designs, is there anything Starbucks hasn't done?

On 11/5/20 at 6:14 AM EST

Starbucks Red Cups 2020: What Christmas Holiday Drinks are Available

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Starbucks Red Cups 2020: What Christmas Holiday Drinks are AvailableThere are four designs and five cups up for grabs.

On 11/5/20 at 5:46 AM EST

Voters Move to Legalize Marijuana in These States

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Voters Move to Legalize Marijuana in These StatesA majority of voters in New Jersey, Arizona, South Dakota, Montana and Oregon approved ballot measures on the proposed laws.

On 11/4/20 at 1:18 PM EST

Americans Race to Liquor Stores on Election Night

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Americans Race to Liquor Stores on Election NightSearches about fast food and moving to Canada were also trending online as voters watched and waited for a result.

On 11/4/20 at 12:28 PM EST

'Move to Canada' Searches Surge in Repeat of 2016 Election Result Aftermath

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'Move to Canada' Searches Surge in Repeat of 2016 Election Result AftermathPolice in Maine posted some helpful advice on their Facebook page for Americans looking to head north.

On 11/4/20 at 10:30 AM EST

Nate Silver Urged to Retire After Trump's Surprise Election Wins

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Nate Silver Urged to Retire After Trump's Surprise Election WinsVerified accounts across the social media platform have been ripping into Silver regarding the outcome of the 2020 election.

On 11/4/20 at 5:31 AM EST

Pennsylvania Bakery Cookie Poll Has Trump As 2020 Winner

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Pennsylvania Bakery Cookie Poll Has Trump As 2020 WinnerWhen it comes to cookie polls, Trump is the clear winner.

On 11/3/20 at 12:34 PM EST

Election Day Issues Reported Across U.S.—Broken Machines, Absent Officials

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Election Day Issues Reported Across U.S.—Broken Machines, Absent OfficialsStates across the country have seen issues with polling places, including whole counties experiencing power loss to stations.

On 11/3/20 at 11:31 AM EST

K-Pop Fans Hijack #4MoreYears Hashtag to Drown Out Trump Supporters

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K-Pop Fans Hijack #4MoreYears Hashtag to Drown Out Trump SupportersK-Pop fancams have been used in the past to take focus away from other trending tweets.

On 11/3/20 at 10:30 AM EST

Woman Alleged to Have Intimidated Seniors to Vote for Biden

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Woman Alleged to Have Intimidated Seniors to Vote for BidenShe allegedly collected ballots from senior citizens in what Los Angeles election investigators said was a rare report of voter fraud.

On 11/3/20 at 7:29 AM EST

Lifelong Republican in Dixville Notch Explains Why He Voted for Biden

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Lifelong Republican in Dixville Notch Explains Why He Voted for BidenDixville Notch is a township in New Hampshire with 12 residents.

On 11/3/20 at 5:48 AM EST

Trump Has Huge Lead in Ohio Bakery Cookie Poll

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Trump Has Huge Lead in Ohio Bakery Cookie PollWill the current president have another term in the White House? Busken Bakery thinks so.

On 11/2/20 at 12:13 PM EST

When Will We Know the Results of the 2020 Election? A Guide to Each State

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When Will We Know the Results of the 2020 Election? A Guide to Each StateStates vary on when they close their polls on Election Day.

On 11/2/20 at 8:02 AM EST

Is Election Day a Federal Holiday?

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Is Election Day a Federal Holiday?Virginia has joined other states—including Kentucky, Michigan and New York—in declaring Election Day a state holiday.

On 11/2/20 at 5:55 AM EST

20 Best Playstation 2 Games on 20th Anniversary of Console's Release

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20 Best Playstation 2 Games on 20th Anniversary of Console's ReleaseThe console launched in 2000 following the success of the PS1.

On 10/26/20 at 12:01 AM EDT

Which National Park Are You Most Likely to Die Visiting?

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Which National Park Are You Most Likely to Die Visiting?Drowning was the leading cause of death.

On 10/25/20 at 7:24 AM EDT

Deadliest Car Brands in the U.S. Revealed

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Deadliest Car Brands in the U.S. RevealedOverall, Ford vehicles were involved in the most fatalities, resulting in 7,354 deaths over the past 12 months.

On 10/23/20 at 6:29 AM EDT

Peloton Recalls 54,000 Bike Pedals Following Reports of Injuries

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Peloton Recalls 54,000 Bike Pedals Following Reports of InjuriesThe company says it has received 120 consumer reports of pedal breakages, including 16 reports of leg injuries.

On 10/16/20 at 11:57 AM EDT

Who is Laura Clery? Comedian and Husband Raise Awareness of Addiction

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Who is Laura Clery? Comedian and Husband Raise Awareness of AddictionClery released a book regarding her own addiction in September 2019.

On 10/16/20 at 8:52 AM EDT

Blood Type Could Determine Chances of Contracting COVID

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Blood Type Could Determine Chances of Contracting COVIDIf you have this blood type, you could have less chance of contracting COVID-19

On 10/16/20 at 7:11 AM EDT

Best Burgers in the U.S. Revealed

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Best Burgers in the U.S. RevealedIs your favorite patty on the best burgers menu?

On 10/15/20 at 12:25 PM EDT

Calls to Fire Chuck Todd For NBC Airing Trump Town Hall Against Biden's

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Calls to Fire Chuck Todd For NBC Airing Trump Town Hall Against Biden'sPolitical commentators have questioned the move by NBC to host the president's town hall event after he pulled out of the second presidential debate.

On 10/15/20 at 9:53 AM EDT

Powerball Results, Numbers for 10/14/20: Did Anyone Win the $72 Million?

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Powerball Results, Numbers for 10/14/20: Did Anyone Win the $72 Million?The next numbers draw for Powerball is October 17, 2020.

On 10/15/20 at 8:03 AM EDT

Dunkin' Ghost Pepper Donut Release Date, Where to Buy and Price Details

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Dunkin' Ghost Pepper Donut Release Date, Where to Buy and Price DetailsThe latest addition to the Dunkin' menu is on the "spicy side" and will no doubt leave your mouth watering.

On 10/15/20 at 5:47 AM EDT

Calls to Boycott NBC for Airing Donald Trump Town Hall

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Calls to Boycott NBC for Airing Donald Trump Town HallThe announcement came the same day the New York Post published details of a new Democrat email scandal.

On 10/14/20 at 12:03 PM EDT

Official Ballot Box Drop Box Near Me

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Official Ballot Box Drop Box Near MeIt is recommended that there should be one ballot drop box for every 15,000 to 20,000 registered voters.

On 10/13/20 at 12:23 PM EDT
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