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Sunday, 31 May 2020
‘Billions’ Season 5, Episode 5 Recap: Old Men
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NPR News: George Floyd Reverberates Globally: Thousands Protest In Germany, U.K., Canada
George Floyd Reverberates Globally: Thousands Protest In Germany, U.K., Canada
The killing of George Floyd has sprung a global movement against inequality and racism; protests were seen over the weekend in the U.K., Germany and Canada.
The killing of George Floyd has sprung a global movement against inequality and racism; protests were seen over the weekend in the U.K., Germany and Canada.
NPR News: Christo, Famous For His Monumental Works Of Art, Dies At 84
Christo, Famous For His Monumental Works Of Art, Dies At 84
The artist Christo died at his home in New York City on Sunday. He's known for major outdoor art installations that often involved wrapping buildings and elements of nature in fabric.
The artist Christo died at his home in New York City on Sunday. He's known for major outdoor art installations that often involved wrapping buildings and elements of nature in fabric.
NPR News: Biden Leaves Home To Visit Delaware Protest Site
Biden Leaves Home To Visit Delaware Protest Site
Former Vice President Joe Biden left his house for the second time in a week to visit the location of protests last night. Posting about the unannounced trip, Biden wrote "We are a nation in pain."
Former Vice President Joe Biden left his house for the second time in a week to visit the location of protests last night. Posting about the unannounced trip, Biden wrote "We are a nation in pain."
Truck Driver Arrested After Barreling Through Minneapolis Protest
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Aggressive Police Tactics During Protests Are Under Scrutiny
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Amid Riots and a Pandemic, Church Attendance Resumes in ‘a Very Broken World’
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Video Appears to Show a Tanker Truck Driving Into Minneapolis Protesters
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‘We’re Sick and Tired’: Voices From Minneapolis Protests
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Symbol of N.Y.C. Unrest: A Burning Police Car
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Nasa SpaceX launch: What is the Crew Dragon?
A guide to SpaceX's Crew Dragon vehicle, which carried astronauts to the space station.
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Saturday, 30 May 2020
Fox News Breaking News Alert
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Los Angeles mayor calls for National Guard help
05/30/20 8:25 PM
Los Angeles mayor calls for National Guard help
05/30/20 8:25 PM
Trump Postpones G7 Summit and Calls for Russia to Attend
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Thousands Protest George Floyd’s Death In N.Y.C.
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A Reporter’s Cry on Live TV: ‘I’m Getting Shot! I’m Getting Shot!’
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Trump delays 'outdated' G7 leaders' summit
The US president says he is postponing this year's meeting and wants to invite other leaders as well.
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NPR News: Trump Takes Credit For Space Launch That Got Its Start A Decade Ago
Trump Takes Credit For Space Launch That Got Its Start A Decade Ago
The successful SpaceX launch has its roots in two previous administrations, but President Trump credited his own leadership.
The successful SpaceX launch has its roots in two previous administrations, but President Trump credited his own leadership.
Trump Hopes for His Own Booster Shot from SpaceX Rocket Launch
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Photos From the Protests in 29 Cities Over Racism and Police Violence
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Here’s What You Need to Know About Breonna Taylor’s Death
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NPR News: European Union Leaders Urge U.S. To Remain In WHO
European Union Leaders Urge U.S. To Remain In WHO
Top officials with the bloc encouraged Trump to rethink his plans to leave the international health agency. Trump's Friday announcement followed weeks of criticisms and threats to pull funding.
Top officials with the bloc encouraged Trump to rethink his plans to leave the international health agency. Trump's Friday announcement followed weeks of criticisms and threats to pull funding.
Friday, 29 May 2020
Special Episode: The Latest From Minneapolis
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Flynn Discussed Sanctions at Length With Russian Diplomat, Transcripts Show
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New York City, Battered by Outbreak, Finally Moves Toward Reopening
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Coronavirus: Debenhams makes some restaurant employees redundant
Retailer Debenhams makes staff in some of its cafes redundant after going into administration.
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NPR News: Minneapolis Police Were Sued A Decade Ago In Similar Restraint Case
Minneapolis Police Were Sued A Decade Ago In Similar Restraint Case
The department settled for $3 million and offered training for officers in how to restrain people in custody more safely in the 2010 case.
The department settled for $3 million and offered training for officers in how to restrain people in custody more safely in the 2010 case.
How the Supreme Court Lets Cops Get Away With Murder
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George Floyd Was Pinned Down for Nearly 3 Minutes After He Became Unresponsive, Prosecutors Say
By BY SARAH MERVOSH from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2zBC0iK
Coronavirus Briefing: What Happened Today
By BY LARA TAKENAGA AND JONATHAN WOLFE from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3dkR0A0
‘The Pain Is Too Intense’: Biden Challenges White Americans
By BY JONATHAN MARTIN AND KATIE GLUECK from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2XLfQSS
Fox News Breaking News Alert
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White House briefly locked down as unrest reported in Atlanta, Washington and New York City in wake of George Floyd's death
05/29/20 5:38 PM
White House briefly locked down as unrest reported in Atlanta, Washington and New York City in wake of George Floyd's death
05/29/20 5:38 PM
Coronavirus: Renters struggle most with pandemic costs, report says
Private renters are struggling with housing costs more than mortgage-payers, new research suggests.
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NPR News: Justice Department Says Maine's 2-Week Quarantine Rule Discriminates Against Tourists
Justice Department Says Maine's 2-Week Quarantine Rule Discriminates Against Tourists
Many but not all out-of-state visitors were told to self-quarantine because of the coronavirus. The Justice Department says that is unconstitutional. Some other states have the same rule.
Many but not all out-of-state visitors were told to self-quarantine because of the coronavirus. The Justice Department says that is unconstitutional. Some other states have the same rule.
NPR News: Trump Says U.S. Will Withdraw From WHO. Does He Have The Authority To Do It?
Trump Says U.S. Will Withdraw From WHO. Does He Have The Authority To Do It?
In a press conference on Friday, the president said he would immediately severe ties — and funding — to the World Health Organization because of its relationship with China.
In a press conference on Friday, the president said he would immediately severe ties — and funding — to the World Health Organization because of its relationship with China.
Thursday, 28 May 2020
G.O.P. Pressures North Carolina’s Governor on Convention
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Gough Whitlam dismissal: Australian court grants access to Queen's letters
A historian argues they should be public record over the sacking of Australia's prime minister in 1975.
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NPR News: Illinois Is Reopening But Chicago Isn't Because Of Coronavirus Cases
Illinois Is Reopening But Chicago Isn't Because Of Coronavirus Cases
Illinois is joining many other Midwest states in reopening some retail shops, restaurants, salons and other businesses Friday. The mayor is delaying until the middle of next week.
Illinois is joining many other Midwest states in reopening some retail shops, restaurants, salons and other businesses Friday. The mayor is delaying until the middle of next week.
'They Have to Reinvent Her': Margaret Sanger's Fans Work to Clean Up Her Racist Past
As the founder of the American Birth Control League which later became Planned Parenthood, Margaret Sanger was no doubt a controversial figure with disturbing views on eugenics, race, and population control.
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Coronavirus Briefing: What Happened Today
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Pompeo Releases Letter Clearing Him of Violating Law With Kansas Trips
By BY DAVID E. SANGER AND EDWARD WONG from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/36EmcHX
National Geographic Plan to Dismantle Granite Sculpture Hits Snag
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Millions Relying on Pandemic Aid Can See Its End, and They’re Scared
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'They Have to Reinvent Her': Margaret Sanger's Fans Work to Clean Up Her Racist Past
As the founder of the American Birth Control League which later became Planned Parenthood, Margaret Sanger was no doubt a controversial figure with disturbing views on eugenics, race, and population control.
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Trump signs executive order targeting Twitter after fact-checking row
The US president's move follows a decision by Twitter to add a "fact-check" notice to his tweets.
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Wednesday, 27 May 2020
As Meatpacking Plants Look to Reopen, Some Families are Wary
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‘We Loved Each Other’: Fauci Recalls Larry Kramer, Friend and Nemesis
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U.S. to Penalize Work at Iranian Facilities in Latest Blow to Nuclear Accord
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Fox News Breaking News Alert
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Heated protests, reports of looting as tension builds in Minneapolis over George Floyd death
05/27/20 6:25 PM
Heated protests, reports of looting as tension builds in Minneapolis over George Floyd death
05/27/20 6:25 PM
Coronavirus: Professional athletes train in lockdown
Professional and Olympic athletes have had to devise ways to continue their rigorous training.
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Coronavirus: What attacks on Asians reveal about American identity
Covid-inspired attacks on East Asian people in the US reveal uncomfortable truths about American identity.
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Coronavirus: How the advertising industry is changing
A large decline in advertising expenditure is hurting the sector, plus TV channels and newspapers.
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NPR News: Answering Your Coronavirus Questions: 100,000 Deaths, Religion And The Future Of Work
Answering Your Coronavirus Questions: 100,000 Deaths, Religion And The Future Of Work
On this broadcast of The National Conversation, we'll answer your questions about religious practices, health insurance and the future of work.
On this broadcast of The National Conversation, we'll answer your questions about religious practices, health insurance and the future of work.
Will President Trump Stand With Hong Kong?
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The High Note: Why Tracee Ellis Ross 'only got better with age'
Tracee Ellis Ross says it's "absurd" that women over 50 have ever been "counted out".
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Crossing Divides: The bomb maker turned peacemaker
Once part of the group behind the Bali bombing, now Ali Fauzi is on a mission to end terror.
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Cocaine and Guinea-Bissau: How Africa's 'narco-state' is trying to kick its habit
Concern mounts about Guinea-Bissau commitment to curb drug trafficking, writes Ricci Shyrock.
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Video streaming: Lockdown sees fifth of UK homes sign deals
Britons turned to Disney+ in droves, data suggests, but Apple TV has struggled to engage viewers.
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Keeping fit in lockdown: Apps and sites which could help
Kate Russell looks at the online tools and guides helping motivate you to take exercise.
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How Covid-19 scared off Little Tummy's investors
How a fast-growing baby food firm saw investors pull out because of the Covid-19 crisis.
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NPR News: LA Sues California Company, Alleging 'Sophisticated' COVID-19 Fraud
LA Sues California Company, Alleging 'Sophisticated' COVID-19 Fraud
The city attorney accuses Wellness Matrix Group of "shocking deceptive conduct" over its sales of purported "at-home" coronavirus tests and virus-killing disinfectant.
The city attorney accuses Wellness Matrix Group of "shocking deceptive conduct" over its sales of purported "at-home" coronavirus tests and virus-killing disinfectant.
Tuesday, 26 May 2020
What Is the Stock Market Even for Anymore?
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At the San Antonio Food Bank, the Cars Keep Coming
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In Louisiana, Covid-19 Has Achieved What Big Oil Protesters Could Not
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Can America’s Middle Class Be Saved from a New Depression?
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Michigan Governor Says Husband’s Request Was ‘Failed Attempt at Humor’
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Hong Kong ramps up security ahead of controversial bill reading
Protesters were urged to disrupt proceedings in an attempt to derail the bill's second reading.
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El legendario cazador de virus que sobrevivió a la COVID-19
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Biden, Urging Face Masks, Calls Trump a ‘Fool’ for Not Wearing One
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NPR News: Answering Your Coronavirus Questions: Global Health, Small Businesses, Silver Linings
Answering Your Coronavirus Questions: Global Health, Small Businesses, Silver Linings
On this broadcast of The National Conversation, we'll answer your questions about what's known about the virus and how it's affecting the global community. We'll also hear some of your silver linings.
On this broadcast of The National Conversation, we'll answer your questions about what's known about the virus and how it's affecting the global community. We'll also hear some of your silver linings.
Jimmy Fallon Apologizes for Blackface Skit
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Twitter tags Trump tweet with fact-checking warning
This is the first time the social media giant has said President Trump's tweet could be misleading.
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Coronavirus: Climate change 'could have greater impact'
SSE reveals its "greenprint" for rebuilding "a cleaner and more resilient economy for the future".
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NPR News: On Eve Of Historic Remote Votes In The House, Republicans Sue To Block The Move
On Eve Of Historic Remote Votes In The House, Republicans Sue To Block The Move
More than 20 Republicans will sue in federal court to stop proxy voting in the House during the pandemic. Democrats approved the measure along a party line vote earlier this month.
More than 20 Republicans will sue in federal court to stop proxy voting in the House during the pandemic. Democrats approved the measure along a party line vote earlier this month.
Monday, 25 May 2020
Stock Markets Jump on Recovery Hopes: Live Updates
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Coronavirus Live Coverage: British Official Won’t Apologize for Breaching Lockdown
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