US Crosses 10mln COVID-19 Cases As Third Wave of Infections Surges
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The United States became the first nation worldwide since the pandemic began to surpass 10 million coronavirus infections, as the third wave of the COVID-19 virus surges across the country.
Biden Campaign Urges Federal Agency to Approve Official Transition
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – US President-elect Joe Biden’s campaign on Sunday urged the Trump political appointee who heads the US General Services Administration to approve an official transition of power despite President Donald Trump’s refusal to concede.
One in Five COVID-19 Patients Develop Mental Health Problems, Study Suggests
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – One in five COVID-19 patients develop mental health problems within three months of being diagnosed, a study has suggested.
AU Calls for 'Immediate Cessation of Hostilities' in Ethiopia
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The African Union on Tuesday called for an immediate halt to the spiraling conflict in Ethiopia, where the army has launched military operations in the northern region of Tigray.
Texas Becomes First US State to Exceed One Million Coronavirus Cases
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Texas became the first state to surpass a million coronavirus cases in the United States on Saturday, as the country battled a third wave of new infections and recorded over 100,000 infections three times in less than a week.
Trump Campaign Files Lawsuit over Rejected Vote Claims in Arizona
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Hundreds of supporters of US President Donald Trump rallied in downtown Phoenix Saturday to contest Joe Biden's election as US president, charging the media with conspiring to steal the election and calling the results a "coup."
Arkansas Police Chief Resigns after Appearing to Call for Violence over Election
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – An Arkansas police chief resigned after he posted messages on a right-wing social media site that appeared to urge people to assault "Marxist" Democrats over the US presidential election, the mayor said.
Germany Expects COVID-19 Vaccine in Q1 2021 at Earliest
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Germany does not expect a coronavirus vaccine to be available before the first quarter of 2021, according to a copy of its national vaccine strategy.
Biden Says 'We're Going to Win This Race' As His Lead over Trump Grows
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Democrat Joe Biden said he was going to win the US presidency as his lead grew over President Donald Trump in battleground states, although television networks held off from declaring him the victor as vote-counting continued.
Graham: Judiciary Committee to Probe ‘All Credible Allegations of US Voting Irregularities’
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Sen. Lindsey Graham announced Saturday that the US Senate Judiciary Committee would investigate possible voting irregularities after receiving an affidavit from a Pennsylvania postal worker alleging a plot to backdate ballots mailed after US Election Day.
India, China Agree to Maintain Peace, Tranquility in Border Areas
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – India and China have agreed to maintain dialogue to ensure tranquility in border areas, the Indian Defense Ministry said in a Sunday statement, commenting on military talks held earlier this week.
Thousands of Anti-Lockdown Protesters Clash with Police in Rome, Leipzig
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Thousands of anti-lockdown protesters clashed with police in Rome and Leipzig as anger continues to grow over coronavirus restrictions.
Two Injured After Shooter Fires Pellet Gun from Car at Pro-Trump Rally in Florida
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Two women were injured after a shooter discharged a pellet gun into a crowd of US President Donald Trump supporters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
White House Chief of Staff Meadows Has COVID-19: Source
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – White House chief of staff Mark Meadows, who has frequently appeared at public events without wearing a mask, has been diagnosed with COVID-19, a source familiar with the situation said Friday.
Trump's Highest-Ranking Black Official Becomes First White House Aide to Quit
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – US President Donald Trump's highest-ranking black official, Ja'Ron Smith, has left his job becoming the first White House departure post-Election Day.
Maryland GOP Governor Rebukes Trump over US Election Remarks
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Maryland GOP Gov. Larry Hogan forcefully rebuked US President Donald Trump for his speech prematurely declaring victory in the presidential race and indicating he would challenge the results in court on Wednesday, calling it “outrageous” and “uncalled for.”
US Sets New Record for Increase in COVID-19 Cases Day after Election
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The United States set a one-day record for new coronavirus cases on Wednesday with at least 102,591 new infections and as hospitals in several states reported a rising tide of patients.
AstraZeneca's Drugs Pipeline Progresses As COVID Vaccine Data Awaited
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – AstraZeneca, the British drugmaker working on one of the world’s leading COVID-19 vaccine hopefuls, reported progress in its pipeline of other medicines on Thursday as it posted a mixed set of third-quarter results.
