Tuesday, July 14 top news briefs
Covid-19 updates
Here are some updates on Covid-19. There are about 3.3 million cases and 135,000 deaths in America.
The Los Angeles and San Diego school districts, which are one of the largest in the nation, announced they would begin the school year online only.
Walmart is requiring all customers to wear masks in all of their 3,700 stores.
An analysis from USAToday said half of the shopping malls in the U.S. might go out of business because of prolonged shutdowns.
Worldwide there have been more than a million new cases of Covid-19 in the past week. The majority of the cases are in the U.S. and Brazil. The WHO (World Health Organization) said until we have a vaccine, we will have to focus on saving lives by doing what is necessary to not allow the virus to spread. The WHO said it’s not too late to turn things around, but warned that if government leaders didn’t take action to ensure people were socially distancing, wearing masks, and washing their hands, things can get worse.
Federal government executes man
This morning Daniel Lewis Lee was executed via lethal injection at a federal prison in Indiana. It is the first execution by the federal government in 17 years. He was found guilty of killing a family of three in Arkansas that included a 8-year-old girl. Lee’s last words was “you’re killing an innocent man.” Lee’s legal team tried to block the execution, but the U.S. Supreme Court authorized it in a 5-4 decision this early morning.
“Glee” star Naya Rivera found dead
Naya Rivera (33), an actress who plays Santana Lopez on a TV show called, “Glee,” was missing since last week Wednesday. As of yesterday her body was found dead.
Naya went on a boat ride with her 4 years old son on Lake Piru in California. These two were seen going on the boat together and leaving the dock. About three hours later, another boater found their boat drifting with Naya’s son asleep on the boat.
Naya’s son said that they went swimming then Naya boosted her son from behind into the boat, but he saw his mother disappear under the surface of the water. He still had his life vest on, but the adult life vest was found on the boat.
There are no signs of foul play or suicide. Her body is now at a medical examiner’s office for autopsy and official identification.
Celebrities such as Viola Davis, Demi Lovato, and Ricky Martin shared their grief for the loss of Naya. Many fans shared on twitter about how much of a role model Naya was and they will miss her.
Dancing With The Stars co-hosts let go
Tom Bergeron, the co-host of TV show named “Dancing With the Stars” on ABC will no longer be on the show after 28 seasons.
He made this announcement on Twitter last night that DWTS will “continue without him.” He said he had an incredible 15 years with the show and grateful for the lifelong friendships made.
He co-hosted all 28 seasons from 2005 to 2020 which is nearly 450 episodes.
Erin Andrews, the other co-host with Tom since 2014, will also not be the co-host anymore. Based on the articles, it seems that it was ABC’s decision to let Tom and Erin go in order to go into a new creative direction. No names have been shared yet for replacement.
DWTS has been running since 2005 and featured many athletes, politicians, and celebrities even our own Deaf celebrities such as Marlee Matlin and Nyle DiMarco.
Comet NEOWISE visible to Earth
When a once in a lifetime opportunity happens, we usually grab it, right? Well, according to the International Dark - Sky Association, you will be able to catch a glimpse of a comet passing by which will not happen again until the next 6,800 years.
The comet’s name is “NEOWISE.” It is usually rare for people to be able to see a comet without needing equipment such as telescopes.
The “last great comet” Hale-Bopp was seen in 1997 and was visible for a year and a half. NEOWISE is not the same, but it is still visible. NEOWISE has been visible about an hour before sunrise.
The opportunity to see this comet is soon ending. This comet will be visible to the northern hemisphere through July.
I looked at a CNN article for tips on how to see this comet - I will share a few here.
Before July 14th, you could see the comet before sunrise, but now after July 14th, you can see the comet in the evening sky.
Chances of seeing the comet better is to avoid areas that have a lot of light pollution.
Seems the comet is near the Big Dipper area.
July 23rd will be the day that the comet will be closest to the Earth, but by that time you will need binoculars.
Wow, this sounds like a cool opportunity. I will try to see if I can spot it tonight! If you spot it, try to take a picture of it and post it! Good luck.
That’s all for now. See you tomorrow. Don’t forget to take a picture of the comet if you can! Stay with the light.
https://www.cnn.com/2020/07/13/entertainment/naya-rivera-death-reactions/index.html
https://www.cnn.com/2020/07/13/entertainment/naya-rivera-death/index.html
https://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/wireStory/tom-bergeron-erin-andrews-exit-dancing-stars-71771600
https://www.realityblurred.com/realitytv/2020/07/tom-bergeron-fired-dancing-with-the-stars/
https://www.cnn.com/2020/07/13/world/comet-neowise-pictures-how-to-see-scn-trnd/index.html