Health

Smoking surge in young during Covid lockdown

Florida Report Daily August 26, 2021

England saw a rise in young adults taking up smoking during the first lockdown, according to a study. The number of 18 to 34-year-olds who classed themselves as smokers increased by a quarter, from 21.5% to 26.8%, says Cancer Research UK. The data does not explain why the changes occurred but

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Search for Covid’s origins stalled, scientists say

Florida Report Daily August 26, 2021

“The window of opportunity” to conduct crucial studies into how the Covid-19 pandemic started is closing, senior scientists have said. A team appointed by the World Health Organization to find the cause of the outbreak say the process has stalled. And further delay could make crucial studies “biologically impossible”. In an article in the scientific

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CNN fires unvaccinated employees for going to office

Florida Report Daily August 6, 2021

US news network CNN has sacked three employees for going into an office without having been vaccinated against Covid, US media say. It is one of the first examples of a US firm firing staff for breaching a company vaccination mandate. It is legal in the US for firms to require employees to be vaccinated. […]

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California Gold Rush town ‘destroyed’ by state’s largest wildfire

Florida Report Daily August 6, 2021

The largest wildfire currently burning in California, known as the Dixie Fire, has destroyed nearly all of the historic Gold Rush town of Greenville. The estimated 800 residents of the northern California community were told to evacuate before the blaze tore through the downtown area. Officials say some people may not have heeded the order […]

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White House defends role in Hunter Biden art sale

Florida Report Daily July 11, 2021

The White House has defended its role in helping to broker a deal that will shroud art deals by President Joe Biden’s son in secrecy. Paintings by Hunter Biden are expected to fetch up to $500,000 (£360,000) apiece at auction this autumn. Any buyers will be kept anonymous to stop them seeking political influence with […]

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Dustin Poirier beats Conor McGregor after Irishman breaks leg in the first round at UFC 264

Florida Report Daily July 11, 2021

Conor McGregor was sensationally defeated for the second time in two fights after breaking his leg at UFC 264 on Saturday night in Las Vegas. The Irishman, 32, was stopped after the first round against former interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier. Replays showed his ankle rolling over as he stepped backwards seconds before the end […]

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Virginia City Removes Confederate Statues

Florida Report Daily July 11, 2021

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA – A statue of Confederate General Robert E. Lee was hoisted away from its place of prominence in Charlottesville on Saturday and carted off to storage, years after its threatened removal became a rallying point for white supremacists and inspired their violent 2017 rally that left a woman dead and dozens injured. Work […]

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Collapsed Florida Condo Death Toll Climbs to 90

Florida Report Daily July 11, 2021

Four additional bodies were recovered Sunday from the collapsed condominium near Miami, Florida, bringing the total death toll to 90. Miami Mayor Daniella Levine Cava told reporters Sunday morning that among the 90, 71 bodies had been identified. Thirty-one people are still listed as missing. Three young children were among those recently identified. Miami-Dade Fire […]

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BTS to return to ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon’ in July

Florida Report Daily July 10, 2021

Popular South Korean boy band BTS is all set to take over ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon’ on July 13 and 14. As per Variety, on July 13, the K-pop sensation will present the American television debut of the upcoming song ‘Permission to Dance’ and will sit down with titular host Fallon to discuss everything going on […]

Beauty & Fashion

How to care for your feet in monsoon

Florida Report Daily July 10, 2021

Our feet are the most exposed to the humid and wet climate. Fungal infections, wet shoes, to name a few, are some battles that they fight. With monsoon season ringing the bells, let’s make at-home pamper sessions one notch higher. Go beyond your daily skincare routine, and let your feet indulge in some goodness. Here […]