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Struggling councils face £10bn black hole, Starmer warns

Councils face a "perfect storm" as a result of the coronavirus crisis and government inaction which could decimate local services, Labour is warning. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/struggling-councils-face-16310bn-black-hole-keir-starmer-warns-12018481 via CCTV York

Multi-million dollar settlement reached for Weinstein's victims

The New York Attorney General's office says it has reached a $19 million (£15m) settlement in sexual lawsuits against convicted rapist and former film producer Harvey Weinstein. from US News - The latest headlines from the US | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/harvey-weinstein-multi-million-dollar-settlement-reached-for-jailed-producers-victims-12018542 via CCTV Thirsk

Multi-million dollar settlement reached for Weinstein's victims

The New York Attorney General's office says it has reached a $19 million (£15m) settlement in sexual lawsuits against convicted rapist and former film producer Harvey Weinstein. from Entertainment News - Latest Celebrity & Showbiz News | Sky News http://news.sky.com/story/harvey-weinstein-multi-million-dollar-settlement-reached-for-jailed-producers-victims-12018542 via Facebook CCTV Installations Thirsk

Coronavirus: Data needed quicker to target local outbreaks, say doctors

The call from doctors follows a lockdown in Leicester, amid a rise in Covid-19 cases. from BBC News - Health https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-53244626 via Camera Installers/a>

NPR News: Pence Urges Americans To Wear Masks To Stop Spread Of COVID-19

Pence Urges Americans To Wear Masks To Stop Spread Of COVID-19 The vice president wore a mask during an appearance in Rockville, Md. Despite a surge in new cases, Pence insisted the country was "in a much better place than four months ago, even two months ago." Read more on NPR CCTV Camera News

Some Canadian air passengers wary as seat distancing COVID-19 precaution rolled back

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As Canada's two largest airlines move to end so-called seat distancing, travellers have mixed feelings about stepping on board an aircraft in the age of COVID-19. from CBC | Business News https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/flight-rules-canada-airlines-pandemic-1.5633671?cmp=rss via Local Camera Installers

Calls grow for UN probe of China over forced birth control on Uighurs, minorities

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Politicians around the world have called for a United Nations probe into a Chinese government birth control campaign targeting largely Muslim minorities in the far western region of Xinjiang, even as Beijing said it treats all ethnicities equally under the law. from CBC | Top Stories News https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/china-muslim-uighurs-birth-control-forced-un-investigation-1.5633849?cmp=rss via CCTV Camera Installers 2017/a>

Facebook bans 'violent' Boogaloo-linked network

It said the group seeks violence and is loosely affiliated with the far-right Boogaloo movement from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-53244339 via Camera Installations Team,

NPR News: N.Y., N.J., and Connecticut Add Several States To List That Must Quarantine

N.Y., N.J., and Connecticut Add Several States To List That Must Quarantine The list includes Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Nevada, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah. Read more on NPR CCTV Camera News

Will feds order airline passenger temperature checks with COVID surge? Only one U.S. airline does it now

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Executives with American, United, Delta and Southwest pressed Vice President Mike Pence Friday about the need for federal temperature screening.             from USATODAY - Travel Top Stories http://rssfeeds.usatoday.com/~/629239054/0/usatodaycomtravel-topstories~Will-feds-order-airline-passenger-temperature-checks-with-COVID-surge-Only-one-US-airline-does-it-now/ via Installations of Security Cameras

Coronanvirus: Snacking and family meals increase in lockdown

Young people's eating habits have meant more snacks but also more shared meals, say researchers. from BBC News - Family & Education https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-53238366 via Local Hikvision Installers

Is the hydrogen tech 'revolution' hope or hype?

Can hydrogen - a relatively clean source of fuel - help power the economy of the future? from BBC News - Science & Environment https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-53238512 via IFTTT

NPR News: Airbus Announces Job Cuts Amid Massive Dip In Aircraft Orders

Airbus Announces Job Cuts Amid Massive Dip In Aircraft Orders The European passenger-jet maker says it plans to cut 15,000 jobs amid a 40% drop in its business since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Read more on NPR CCTV Camera News

NPR News: Protester Knocked Down By Buffalo Police Leaves The Hospital Nearly One Month Later

Protester Knocked Down By Buffalo Police Leaves The Hospital Nearly One Month Later Martin Gugino suffered a fractured skull after being shoved backward by officers at a protest against police violence on June 4. The 75-year-old will continue his recovery at an undisclosed location. Read more on NPR CCTV Camera News

You Can Now Host Watch Parties on Amazon Prime Video

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Amazon has launched Watch Party. This is a new feature that lets you watch movies and TV shows with family and friends online. Amazon describes Watch Parties as “a fun new way to enjoy your favorite shows with your favorite people, wherever you are.” Helping People Carry on Watching TV Together With much of the world having spent the last few months locked down due to COVID-19, streaming services have had to react. First, they lowered bitrates to conserve bandwidth . Then, in an effort to help people socialize from home, some have launched new features. Netflix has Netflix Party , Plex has Watch Together , and now Amazon has Watch Party . Which, as the name suggests, lets you watch movies and TV shows together online with up to 100 friends. You can even chat about what you’re watching together. How to Host a Watch Party on Amazon Prime Video To host a Watch Party on Prime Video, first, sign into Amazon on a desktop browser and head to the Prime Video section of the website. Then...

The 9 Best Weather Apps for Android

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John Ruskin, one of the most famous art critics of Victorian England, once said that there is no such thing as bad weather; only different kinds of good weather. Unfortunately, if you’re stuck waiting for a bus that’s half an hour late on a wet and cold December morning, you’ll probably disagree. Thankfully, weather forecasting has improved quite a bit over the last 20 years. So whether you’re a first-time weather app user or a fully-fledged weather addict, keep reading. We’ll introduce you to the best weather apps on Android so you’ll never be caught without an umbrella again. 1. 1Weather 1Weather is one of the most popular weather apps for Android. It offers 12-week extended forecasts, 48-hour detailed forecasts, hyper-local severe weather warnings, and other useful information such as the UV index, dew point, humidity, pressure, and visibility. The app also includes 10 fully customizable widgets, Creative Commons background imagery, and access to live local radar with more tha...

12 Free Online Games You Can Play With Friends Anywhere

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If you’re looking for free online games to play with friends you’ve come to the right place. Whether you want to play locally on the same computer or remotely on different computers. With these online multiplayer games, you can enjoy a little downtime with nothing but a browser window. Browser games have come a long way in terms of graphics. Whether it’s 1v1 games or multiplayer team-ups, modern browsers can support any of these games. However, since Adobe is killing Flash, the games in this list are based on other technologies such as Unity and HTML5. Online Games to Play With Friends on the Same Computer These games see you face off against a friend online while sat at the same computer… 1. 8 Ball Billiards Classic It might be called 8 Ball Billiards Classic (8BBC), but the game is actually good old pool. You play in turns, and have to pocket stripes or solids depending on which type you first sink into a hole. Although it’s a mouse-based game, it’s surprisingly easy to play o...

The 6 Best Sites for Hiring Freelance Programmers and Coders

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If you’re in search of a freelance programmer, you’re not alone. It’s becoming very common to hire programmers by project instead of full time. This is great for one-off projects because you only pay for results. It’s also great for freelance programmers since they can work on the projects that interest them. In general, you’ll spend less on hiring costs, get better results,  and you can hire a freelancer for long-term and short-term projects. Finding coders for hire is easy, but how do you uncover the most qualified freelancers? Try these sites to rent a coder perfect for your project. 1. Toptal The freelance market has a poor reputation for being a race to the bottom. Everyone undercuts everyone else, resulting in some workers who will take on a job for unlivable wages. It can be difficult to find competent coders. Toptal came up with a solution to that dilemma. Instead of allowing anybody to create a profile, Toptal prides itself on its intensive screening process. Only t...

Missing or Broken Mouse? Operate Windows With Only Your Keyboard

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If your mouse is broken, don’t despair. Your computer’s mouse may seem like an essential peripheral, but it’s actually not necessary for using your PC. If you don’t have a working mouse around (or if you just feel like learning some new keyboard tricks) you can use your Windows computer entirely from the keyboard. While it might not be as efficient as the mouse operations you’re used to, knowing how to use your computer without a mouse may come in handy someday. Meanwhile, learning these keyboard shortcuts will help you be more productive anytime. How to Open Programs Without a Mouse Launching programs without touching your mouse is easy. Windows has quick shortcuts for accessing your Start menu, Taskbar, and desktop. Accessing and Using the Start Menu Press the Windows key on your keyboard to open the Start menu. As soon as it’s open, type part of a program’s name to search for it. Press Enter to launch the highlighted program, or use the arrow keys to select another entry firs...

Coronavirus: Calls for government to plan public inquiry

The NHS ombudsman asks government to listen to patient complaints in order to learn from mistakes. from BBC News - Health https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-53238599 via Camera Installers/a>

Period poverty: Rise in free sanitary products needed in lockdown

Women unable to buy sanitary products have used newspaper or pillow cases instead, one charity says. from BBC News - Health https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-53236870 via Camera Installers/a>

John Bolton on Trudeau, Canada's tensions with China and not voting for Trump

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John Bolton may no longer be part of the Trump administration — or even a supporter of the president — but the former U.S. national security adviser still believes in America's clout on the world stage, which he says is being used to back up Canada amid tensions with China. from CBC | Top Stories News https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/john-bolton-the-national-interview-1.5633221?cmp=rss via CCTV Camera Installers 2017/a>

YouTube suspends monetization on Shane Dawson's channels indefinitely after his apology for racist actions

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The video streaming site's action comes after Dawson, 31, posted a video on Friday apologizing for "all the racism that I put on the internet, as an adult."             from USATODAY - Tech Top Stories http://rssfeeds.usatoday.com/~/629237430/0/usatoday-techtopstories~YouTube-suspends-monetization-on-Shane-Dawsons-channels-indefinitely-after-his-apology-for-racist-actions/ via Local Camera Installations Across The United Kingdom

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