Approval in sight for coronavirus relief bill
Senate leaders and Sen. Joe Manchin cut a deal on emergency jobless benefits ending a nine hour stalemate. The compromise would extend weekly benefits at 300 dollars through early September and include a tax break on benefits. The package aims to revive the economy with direct payments, vaccines funds, and aid to state local governments.
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UN report finds 17 percent of global food wasted
The United Nations estimates 17 percent of produced food is wasted annually, totaling about 931 million metric tons. Most waste occurs at home, with 26 percent in food service and 13 percent at retailers, prompting calls for better measurement and tracking to drive reduction efforts.
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Ohio State University
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