As the planet’s “Virus Tsar” since 1984, he has spread misinformation and ignored critical questions. The consequences could hardly be more fatal.
MonthOctober 2020
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WHO Taps ‘Anti-Conspiracy’ Crusader to Sway Public Opinion on COVID Vaccine
“cognitively infiltrate” online dissident groups and websites which advocate “false conspiracy theories” about the government.
French officials weigh lockdown as they meet about next steps
As France braces for tighter restrictions to be imposed, here’s a look at the different versions of lockdown the government is believed to be considering “in order to get the second wave of COVID-19 under control”.
Israeli scientists respond to Imperial College immunity study
Experts: “Normal part of immune response that antibody levels fall after infection has resolved.“ […] “…the decline in antibody level does not necessarily mean a loss of immunity.”
Ultra-Orthodox non-compliance rests on fear
The rabbis are assigning higher priority to ‘customer retention’ than to the clear halakhic imperative to preserve health and life.
Polls: Trump leads Biden nationally and in Pennsylvania
New national poll shows four-point swing in favor of Trump, while Pennsylvania poll shows five-point swing in president’s favor.
Moon mining rush: Russia to draw UN’s attention to US plans to grab lunar resources
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order in April, proclaiming Washington’s right to extract various metals and other mineral resources on the Moon, particularly within the late phases of the Artemis lunar program.
Study: Coronavirus antibodies fade rapidly after infection
Researchers at Imperial College London say coronavirus antibodies wane quickly after infection. What does that meant for future vaccines?
WATCH: heated anti-lockdown protests erupt across Italy as crowds clash with riot police & smash up storefronts
Chaotic demonstrations have ignited in several Italian cities, where throngs of protesters were seen fighting with law enforcement and ransacking businesses as they called for an end to the country’s sweeping coronavirus lockdown.
Flu away: Scientists baffled at disappearance of influenza… but is it really gone, or just masked by COVID-19?
There has been a 98% plummet in flu infections this year, dispelling fears of a COVID-19 and flu ‘twin-demic’ about which many had warned. Experts say we can thank masks and social distancing. But does this really add up?
Bnei Brak turns ‘green’
Just 35 people tested positive for coronavirus in the last few days, with a 3% positivity rate.
Israel: Supreme Court deliberates on government’s power-sharing arrangement
Court begins hearings on petition against creation of the position of ‘Alternate PM’. If Court rules against gov’t, snap elections expected.
Israel gets new Coronavirus Czar to replace Ronni Gamzu
Prof. Nachman Ash tapped to lead Israel’s efforts to combat the coronavirus pandemic, replacing Prof. Ronni Gamzu.
If Biden and Democrats Win, Netanyahu Morphs from Asset to Liability
Prime Minister Netanyahu will become the greatest obstacle to recalibrating U.S.-Israel ties.
Amy Coney Barrett confirmed as US Supreme Court justice in partisan vote
Monday’s deeply controversial 52-48 vote to approve Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s replacement was the closest high court confirmation ever to a presidential election.
US sees fresh virus spike in Midwest, at worst possible time for Trump
Eight days before election day, the pandemic is getting worse in some of the states the president needs the most.