Month: October 2020

Dr James Phillips, a doctor at Walter Reed, reacted with anger on Sunday night to Donald Trump’s drive-by outside the hospital to wave at supporters, saying it was ‘insanity’. Via: 'This is insanity': Walter Reed doc slams Trump for putting 'lives at risk' for 'political theater'

President Donald Trump made a last-minute, surprise visit to his supporters outside Walter Reed Medical Center, briefing leaving his hospital room to thank the cheering loyalists having COVID. Via: Trump LEAVES Walter Reed during his COVID treatment to greet MAGA fans

Worshippers have returned to Mecca after Saudi authorities partially lifted the ban on the year-round umrah pilgrimage after the seven-month coronavirus hiatus. Via: Umrah pilgrims finally return to Mecca as Saudis lift coronavirus shutdown

The Waldorf Astoria Hotel is auctioning off 80,000 items from its lavish interiors including grand pianos, chandeliers, 19th century French furniture in a landmark event. Via: Waldorf Astoria hotel will auction off 80,000 items in 'once-in-a-lifetime' event

A tongue-in-cheek campaign is urging eligible overseas New Zealanders to vote in this month’s general election. Here’s how easy – and important – it isRead our weekly NZ election briefing hereTwo weeks out from the election, New Zealanders based overseas are being called on to make their voice heard by Read more…

<p>Officials admit contact-tracing of positive cases delayed due to error</p> Via: Coronavirus: UK sees 23,000 new cases following computer glitch, as leaked document hints at return of lockdown