Tuesday, 31 March 2020
Magnitude 6.5 Earthquake Strikes in Idaho
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NPR News: FACT CHECK: Trump Praises Florida Governor Despite Criticism Of Coronavirus Response
President Trump claimed ally and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has taken "decisive steps" against the virus, but public health experts and a pending lawsuit say his leadership has been inadequate.
NPR News: Answering Your Coronavirus Questions: Death Toll, Treating COVID-19 And Testing Scams
On this broadcast of The National Conversation, we answer your questions about the government's response to the pandemic, the death toll in the U.S. and potential testing scams.
$30 Million in Illegal Drugs Seized From Cross-Border Tunnel in San Diego, U.S. Says

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New on SI: What's the Fantasy Football Impact for Chargers with Tyrod Taylor at QB?
The most baffling question of the NFL offseason: Are the Los Angeles Chargers really set on using Tyrod Taylor as their starting QB?
Heading into 2020, there are a lot of teams who have played musical chairs with their starting quarterback. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers let NFL passing yards leader Jameis Winston leave so that they could sign Tom Brady, the Carolina Panthers waived Cam Newton to sign Teddy Bridgewater and the Los Angeles Chargers let Philip Rivers go and sign a one-year deal with the Indianapolis Colts. The Chargers were the runner-up in the Tom Brady sweepstakes, but after losing out of him, they have decided to use Tyrod Taylor as their starter and draft a rookie early on in this year’s NFL Draft. Does this move make sense?
Interestingly, I think this is the correct move for the long-term success of the franchise. Bringing in a quarterback like Cam Newton or Jameis Winston would cost the team upwards of $25-30 million per season, which would take up a large amount of salary cap space. Tyrod Taylor is in the second year of a two-year deal that he signed for just $11 million last offseason. Additionally, if they draft a quarterback in the first-round of this year’s draft they will have that player secured for five years at a reasonable rookie contract.
Teams like the Rams and Chiefs have shown in recent years that one of the key ways to make a Super Bowl run is to have a relatively inexpensive quarterback on a rookie deal (such as Jared Goff and Patrick Mahomes) and then spend the rest on the other needs of the team. Other teams, like the Detroit Lions and Cincinnati Bengals, have shown that overpaying for mediocre quarterback play (Matt Stafford and Andy Dalton, respectively) is a recipe for missing the playoffs.
To that end, the Chargers have had one of the better free agent signing periods. They have used their resources to solidify their defense by bringing in DT Linval Joseph from the Vikings and CB Chris Harris from the Broncos. They also spent a ton of money to fortify their offensive line by signing OT Bryan Bulaga from the Green Bay Packers. These three moves will arguably help their team more than the addition of one salary-cap eating quarterback.
Many fantasy experts are surprised that the team is willing to go into the 2020 season with Taylor as the starter, but the Chargers seem firm in their resolve. Taylor is a very smart player whose TD/INT ratio is one of the best in the league. In Taylor’s three main years as the starter for the Buffalo Bills, he threw 51 TD passes with only 16 INTs. Rivers alone had 20 interceptions just last season.
Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn grew quite frustrated with Rivers’ mistakes by season’s end and admittedly thought about turning to Taylor during the season but felt that he could not do so with Rivers around. In 2020, look for Taylor to start at least the first eight games while the team grooms their rookie starter-to-be,
even if Taylor isn't ready to declare himself the starter yet. Taylor’s solid presence allows the team to take their time and make sure that the player is ready as opposed to just throwing him out and hoping for the best.As for who that player will be, I predict that it will either be Tua Tagovailoa from Alabama or Justin Herbert from Oregon. It is expected that the Bengals will take QB Joe Burrow with the first overall pick and Washington is expected to take Ohio State DE Chase Young with the second overall pick. The Lions pick third and it would behoove either Miami (who owns pick five) or Los Angeles (who owns pick six) to make a deal with either Detroit at pick three or the New York Giants at pick four to make sure they get their man. If the Chargers end up not getting either Tua or Herbert, they might be forced into re-evaluating their Taylor strategy.
Assuming Taylor starts, this does not bode well for the fantasy stats of many of the Chargers’ skill players. Running back Austin Ekeler will get about 16-18 touches per game, and backup RB Justin Jackson should see about 10-12 carries as well. In the conservative offense that the Chargers are expected to run, WR Keenan Allen should see a decent number of targets, but I do worry about the targets of TE Hunter Henry and WR Mike Williams. In particular, Williams could struggle as he is the Chargers’ main downfield threat and Taylor does not like to take too many chances downfield.
In fantasy football terms, Ekeler is likely a late-first, early-second-round player, Keenan Allen is a lock for Round 3, but Hunter Henry and Mike Williams both should see their fantasy stock drop off. I expect that Henry could slide somewhere from Round 6 in 2019 to Round 8 or 9 in 2020 and Mike Williams could slide from Round 4 in 2019 to Round 6 in 2020.
Lynn and the Chargers front office are counting on this plan working to help change the team’s fortunes. While this is certainly possible, I would feel much better about the whole situation if they trade up for one of those early draft picks to make sure they get their quarterback of the future.
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NPR News: Models Of Epidemic Predict Huge U.S. Death Toll; Scientists Hope For Better Outcome
Computer models predict that between 100,000 and 200,000 Americans will die from COVID-19 in the months ahead. Administration officials said public health interventions could still lower the toll.
NPR News: FACT CHECK: Should People Cover Their Faces With Scarves Like Trump Said?
In a briefing with the coronavirus task force, President Trump answered a question about a supply shortage of masks by suggesting that the public wear scarves instead.
NPR News: Map: Tracking The Spread Of The Coronavirus In The U.S.
Cases of COVID-19 have appeared throughout the country, but certain areas have been hit harder than others. Find out how many cases and deaths have been reported in each state.
NPR News: Chicago Public Health Commissioner: 'We Want To Be Ahead Of This'
Experts worry about new hotspots in cities including Chicago. Dr. Allison Arwady says the city is relatively well prepared but would still not be able to handle the predicted wave of hospitalizations.
NPR News: Who's Sickest From COVID-19? These Conditions Tied To Increased Risk
A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report finds 78% of COVID-19 patients in the U.S. requiring admission to the intensive care unit had at least one underlying condition.
‘Never Thought I Would Need It’: Americans Put Pride Aside to Seek Aid

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Human Rights Group Says Two U.S. Strikes Killed Somali Civilians

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Hellmut Stern, 91, Dies; Violinist Returned to Germany After Fleeing

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Coronavirus Spreads in Veterans’ Home, Leaving ‘Shuddering Loss for Us All’

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Before You Adopt: Planning a Lifelong Commitment to Your Pet’s Health

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Coronavirus May Kill 100,000 to 240,000 in U.S. Despite Actions, Officials Say

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¿Quién iba a decir que ir al supermercado sería tan estresante?

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Coronavirus: Stock markets suffer worst quarter since 1987
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New on SI: Terrell Davis Discusses Donation to Feeding America, Coronavirus Isolation and Tiger King
Hall of Fame running back Terrell Davis talks about how he and his family are dealing with quarantine during the coronavirus pandemic, the latest NFL free agency news, and donating to Feeding America.
Hall of Fame running back turned NFL Network analyst and
CBD beverage entrepreneur, Terrell Davis, is typically very busy, especially during the NFL season. But now that he, like most of the country, is practicing self-isolation due to the coronavirus pandemic, Davis finds himself with a lot more free time, which he happily welcomes.Davis, a father of three, told Sports Illustrated he is taking full advantage of the extra down time by spending it with his family.
"These are moments we otherwise wouldn't have gotten a chance to do." The former Broncos running back went on to say he is trying to "relish this moment because there is going to be a time when they get old and they move out and I won't have time to spend with them, so I'm trying to take advantage."

The two-time Super Bowl champion cited the importance of having a positive mindset to make the most out of a bad situation. He recently made a generous donation to Feeding America, which is the nation’s largest domestic hunger-relief organization. Davis' CBD beverage company, DEFY, sent $400,000 worth of product which included 50,000 bottles, to food banks in Los Angeles, New York, Chicago and Detroit.
The 1998 NFL MVP stressed the importance of giving back and trying to make a difference in a time of need. He said, "we want to encourage everyone out there to just give ... whatever you have, whether it's time, whether it's money, whether it's product because that's the only way we are going to get through this thing.
Davis also dived into NFL free agency and specifically discussed two superstar running backs, Todd Gurley and Melvin Gordon, both of which signed on with new teams in 2020. The former Broncos running back likes the landing spot in Denver for Gordon.
"Melvin brings a different style of running back, he's a bigger back, he's more of a power back, with some finesse and some wiggle in his body."
When asked about the direction of running back contracts in the league, Davis admitted he "hates to see it," specifically pointing out Titans running back Derrick Henry, who was franchised tagged this year. Davis says the landscape in the NFL and the way general managers and coaches approach running back contracts dictates the philosophy of not investing big money in rushers.
Davis capped off the interview by discussing the Netflix documentary "Tiger King." As for his thoughts on Joe Exotic and his crew of zoo-workers, he said: "anybody in that industry that is willing to go in a cage or to be around exotic animals like that, you just can't have it all there ... those people are just not all there."
Monday, 30 March 2020
A Bitter Herb From the Lower East Side

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Tempting Pastas and Sauces From Sicily

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EXCLUSIVE: New Survey Reveals Church Giving is Down, but Faith is Growing
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Virus Prompts Workplace Protests Over Health Concerns

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Trump to Governors: I’d Like You to Do Us a Favor, Though

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Trump’s Virus Defense Is Often an Attack, and the Target Is Often a Woman

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Listen to the Call: Bullock and Trump Discuss Testing

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Keep It Simple, Albany. This Is No Time for Budget Games.

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Joe Diffie, Grammy-Winning Country Music Star, Dies at 61

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Trump Suggests Lack of Testing Is No Longer a Problem. Governors Disagree.

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Congress Just Spent $2 Trillion on Coronavirus Relief. It’s Eying More.

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NPR News: Tomie DePaola, Beloved Children's Author And Illustrator, Has Died
The author and illustrator — who, by his own reckoning, worked on more than 270 titles — died Monday at age 85. Among his classics is the Caldecott winner Strega Nona, a seemingly ancient folk tale.
Sunday, 29 March 2020
Coronavirus Live Updates: 200,000 Americans Could Die, Warns Top Health Officials
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NPR News: FACT CHECK: U.S. Still Lags Behind On Testing, Despite Trump's Claims
The president repeated his claim that the U.S. is surpassing all other countries in coronavirus testing. But measured on a per capita basis, the U.S. is far behind other hard-hit countries.
Message from president who led Ebola battle
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Coronavirus: Mercedes F1 to make breathing aid
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‘Westworld’ Season 3, Episode 3 Recap: Predators and Prey

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Joe Diffie, Grammy-Winning Country Music Star, Dies at 61

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TUNE IN: Elton John, Mariah Carey and more on 'FOX Presents the iHeart Living Room Concert for America'
03/29/20 5:54 PM
‘Group of Local Vigilantes’ Try to Forcibly Quarantine Out-of-Towners, Officials Say

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Trump Extends Social Distancing Guidelines Through End of April

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Saturday, 28 March 2020
Abandoned Soviet-era resort refugees call home
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How I built a 12-country haircare business
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Coronavirus: Zimbabwean broadcaster Zororo Makamba died 'alone and scared'
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Introducing the soaring melodies of Azure Ryder
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Coronavirus: Six things that are booming in sales
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Dairy farmers 'could go under' despite milk demand rise
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NPR News: Census Field Operations Further Delayed Until April 15 By COVID-19 Pandemic
The Census Bureau says it's suspending for two more weeks the hiring of temporary workers and in-person visits in remote communities and areas recovering from natural disasters for the 2020 count.
Lockdown, what lockdown? Sweden's unusual response to coronavirus
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Coronavirus: Lessons for lockdown from an Italian family
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'Memes should be archived in a museum'
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Coronavirus ICYMI: Special deliveries, a parrot and hotels
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How Much Should the Public Know About Who Has the Coronavirus?

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Raving to the BBC News theme tune goes viral
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Fox News Breaking News Alert
Trump announces quarantine on New York, parts of New Jersey and Conn. 'will not be necessary;' CDC to issue 'travel advisory'
03/28/20 5:34 PM
'People Are Dying': Samaritan's Purse Sets up Emergency Field Hospital in New York City
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Mike Longo, Jazz Pianist, Composer and Educator, Dies at 83

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Figuring Out Home Schooling in the Age of Coronavirus

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Tornado Strikes Jonesboro, Ark., Causing Injuries, Official Says

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Friday, 27 March 2020
'I bought a winery and it caused a US-French row'
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Coronavirus: A college course world wants to study right now
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South Africa: 'Our children are dying, but President Ramaphosa doesn't care'
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How Marsha Hunt fought Hollywood blacklisting
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New on SI: Melvin Gordon Remorseful for his Tenure with Chargers
NPR News: FACT CHECK: N.Y Governor Slams Trump Ventilator Claim As 'Ignorant' And 'Uninformed'
The president said New York ignored ventilators sent by the federal government. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo fired back, saying the president's view was "incorrect and grossly uninformed."
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A 3D-printed ventilator designed for Spain's coronavirus patients
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Price Gouging Complaints Surge Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

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Un ejército de costura cose mascarillas para Estados Unidos

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One Continent, Two Very Different Political Responses to the Pandemic

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Coronavirus Briefing: What Happened Today

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Locked Out of the Virtual Classroom

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‘We Have Lost It All’: The Shock Felt by Millions of Unemployed Americans

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For Dr. Deborah Birx, Urging Calm Has Come With Heavy Criticism

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Are You Pregnant and Concerned About Coronavirus? Tell Us Your Concerns.
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Coronavirus lockdown: Clubbers go online for music
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Coronavirus: Stranded in another country
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Thursday, 26 March 2020
The uncertain future for China's electric car makers
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White House Considers $1 Billion Price Tag for Ventilators — and Has Second Thoughts

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Daily podcasters are broadcasting from closets and even from under blankets.

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‘Star Trek: Picard’ Season 1 Finale Recap: Another Goodbye

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Why Is America Choosing Mass Unemployment?

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