First results show low turnout in Iraqi elections – FOX23 News

[ad_1] BAGHDAD – (AP) – Turnout in Iraqi elections was 41%, preliminary results announced Monday, a record high in the post-Saddam Hussein era, signaling widespread distrust of voting for a new parliament . The weekend’s election came months ahead of schedule as a concession to a youth-led popular uprising against corruption and mismanagement. But the … Read more

DVIDS – News – JET / IA aviators continue their mission in Al Asad

[ad_1] Joint Expeditionary Tasked / Individual Augmentees, or simply known as JET / IA, consists of more than 450 Airmen and Guardians across 13 countries within the U.S. Central Command area of ​​responsibility who provide support to the operation Inherent Resolve across various career fields. Airmen from different bases and backgrounds come together to make … Read more

The day – What immunity does a previous COVID-19 infection confer, and why is it not counted in vaccination mandates?

[ad_1] Here’s an FAQ answering that and other questions The Day has recently heard. What natural immunity to COVID-19 do people get from a previous infection, and why can’t natural immunity be used to opt out of vaccine and testing warrants? Doctors and researchers generally agree that people who have already been infected with COVID-19 … Read more

Answers to 7 Freedmen Questions – High Country News – Knowing the West

[ad_1] The descendants of those enslaved by native tribes gain political momentum. Here is an introduction to the issues of freedoms and tribal recognition. After more than a century of deprivation of the right to vote, the freed are gaining ground. Earlier this week, reporter Allison Herrera reported that the Indian Health Service has decided … Read more

United States to accept WHO-approved COVID-19 vaccines for international visitors

[ad_1] (REUTERS) WASHINGTON – The United States will accept the use by international visitors of COVID-19 vaccines authorized by U.S. regulators or the World Health Organization, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday evening. On September 20, the White House announced that the United States would lift travel restrictions on air travelers from … Read more

Here’s why you’re told to exercise if your lower back hurts

[ad_1] After several months of confinement, many of us find that we have back pain that did not bother us before. There can be many reasons for this, including increased stress during the pandemic, moving less, and spending more time sitting in one position. But while you might think you should rest your back if … Read more