Bruno Fernandes: How Man Utd gloom has been lifted by the Portuguese midfielder

How the signing of Bruno Fernandes has lifted the doom and gloom at Manchester United as a vibrant team emerges.

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Amy McGrath Will Face McConnell in Kentucky, and Hickenlooper Wins in Colorado

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via IFTTT Amy McGrath Will Face McConnell in Kentucky, and Hickenlooper Wins in Colorado Ms. McGrath, who raised over $40 million, narrowly won her Democratic Senate primary. In Colorado, John Hickenlooper, a fellow moderate, also prevailed in his Democratic Senate primary. U.S. New York Times June 29, 2020 at 07:00PM

What a Family That Lost 5 to the Virus Wants You to Know

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via IFTTT What a Family That Lost 5 to the Virus Wants You to Know The family’s 73-year-old matriarch, three of her 11 children and her sister all died of Covid-19. Her survivors are focused on finding a remedy. New York New York Times June 29, 2020 at 07:00PM

Carl Reiner, Multifaceted Master of Comedy, Is Dead at 98

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How Do Flying Snakes Glide Through the Air? ‘It’s Hard to Believe’

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via IFTTT How Do Flying Snakes Glide Through the Air? ‘It’s Hard to Believe’ As they wiggle and undulate, the snakes are transforming their bodies for flight. Science New York Times June 28, 2020 at 07:00PM

Remote School Is a Nightmare. Few in Power Care.

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via IFTTT Remote School Is a Nightmare. Few in Power Care. Government should treat the need to reopen schools as an emergency. Opinion New York Times June 28, 2020 at 07:00PM

Coronavirus Jumps the Border, Overwhelming Hospitals in California

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via IFTTT Coronavirus Jumps the Border, Overwhelming Hospitals in California Hospitals are airlifting patients to facilities hundreds of miles away to handle an influx of Americans and U.S. green card holders sickened in Mexico. U.S. New York Times June 6, 2020 at 07:00PM

Hong Kong: 'Anti-protest' law kicks in as city marks handover

As the city marks 23 years since British rule ended, critics say the new law is "the end of Hong Kong".

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Statue campaign for black player dropped by England

Jack Leslie, England's first black player, was dropped because of his ethnicity, in the 1920s.

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Coronavirus: Czechs hold party to bid 'farewell' to pandemic

Thousands attended the festive event in Prague, sharing food and drink with people around them.

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Humanist weddings: Landmark High Court challenge to legally recognise marriages

Humanist ceremonies are recognised in law in Scotland and Northern Ireland but not in England or Wales.

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Coronavirus: Data needed quicker to target local outbreaks, say doctors

The call from doctors follows a lockdown in Leicester, amid a rise in Covid-19 cases.

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Coronavirus: Joe Biden will not hold campaign rallies

"This is the most unusual campaign, I think, in modern history," the Democratic nominee said.

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Coronavirus: Six months that changed our world

A look back at how Covid-19 has swept the globe and altered the world in the course of six months.

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'Please don't forget us': Coronavirus adds to court cases backlog

It's been years since Emma told police she had been raped - and now lockdown has further delayed her case.

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Coronavirus: Calls for government to plan public inquiry

The NHS ombudsman asks government to listen to patient complaints in order to learn from mistakes.

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Coronavirus: Lockdown boosts Couch to 5K downloads

Hundreds of thousands sign up to the NHS-backed running app during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Period poverty: Rise in free sanitary products needed in lockdown

Women unable to buy sanitary products have used newspaper or pillow cases instead, one charity says.

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The orphaned baby squirrel eating video that went viral

British photographer and zoologist Dani Connor “adopted” four squirrels after their mother died.

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‘The trial was worse than the rape’

‘Joanne’ says she was raped by a taxi driver after a night out with friends. She says the court case was the most devastating part of all.

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Met Gala challenge paper dress goes viral

Fashion student Karina Bondareva recreated the dress worn by Cardi B at last year's Met Gala in New York.

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Covid-19: How to be a travel vlogger in lockdown

Travel vlogger Bogdan Alexe has had to come up with new ways make films.

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Gurinder Chadha turns lockdown into family film

The Bend It Like Beckham director turned the camera on herself and her family for a Netflix film.

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‘Our Luck May Have Run Out’: California’s Case Count Explodes

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via IFTTT ‘Our Luck May Have Run Out’: California’s Case Count Explodes Los Angeles County, which has been averaging more than 2,000 new cases each day, surpassed 100,000 total cases on Monday. U.S. New York Times June 28, 2020 at 07:00PM

Coronavirus Live Updates: States Pause Plans to Reopen as Cases Soar

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via IFTTT Coronavirus Live Updates: States Pause Plans to Reopen as Cases Soar 54,000 deaths in the U.S. were linked to nursing homes. A top C.D.C. official warned, “We are not even beginning to be over this.” At least 95 people who visited a Michigan bar have tested positive. World New York Times June 28, 2020 at 07:00PM

Another Fatal Shooting in Seattle’s ‘CHOP’ Protest Zone

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via IFTTT Another Fatal Shooting in Seattle’s ‘CHOP’ Protest Zone City officials have vowed to dismantle the free-protest area set up during anti-police demonstrations and retake the Capitol Hill police station. But worries of confrontation have delayed a resolution. U.S. New York Times June 28, 2020 at 07:00PM

Trump Shares Video of Armed White Couple Confronting Protesters

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via IFTTT Trump Shares Video of Armed White Couple Confronting Protesters A day after sharing on Twitter a video with a supporter yelling “white power,” the president retweeted a tense episode in St. Louis. U.S. New York Times June 28, 2020 at 07:00PM

The Reality Behind ‘Below Deck’

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via IFTTT The Reality Behind ‘Below Deck’ Filming Bravo’s hit reality franchise about yachts and yachties is a complex logistical operation. Style New York Times June 28, 2020 at 07:00PM

‘Feeling Like Death’: Inside a Houston Hospital Bracing for a Virus Peak

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via IFTTT ‘Feeling Like Death’: Inside a Houston Hospital Bracing for a Virus Peak As young patients fill new virus wards, Houston Methodist is calling nurses to work extra shifts and ramping up its testing efforts. U.S. New York Times June 27, 2020 at 07:00PM

Patriots Sign Cam Newton as N.F.L. Levies Fine in Video Scandal

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via IFTTT Patriots Sign Cam Newton as N.F.L. Levies Fine in Video Scandal On Sunday, the team signed the former league M.V.P. to a one-year deal and was fined $1.1 million and a third-round pick in the 2021 draft for its role in a videotaping an opponent’s sideline. Sports New York Times June 27, 2020 at 07:00PM

Two Friends in Texas Were Tested for Coronavirus. One Bill Was $199. The Other? $6,408.

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via IFTTT Two Friends in Texas Were Tested for Coronavirus. One Bill Was $199. The Other? $6,408. It’s an example of the unpredictable way health prices can vary for patients who receive identical care. The Upshot New York Times June 28, 2020 at 07:00PM

Bagged Salads Recalled After Hundreds Are Sickened in the Midwest

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via IFTTT Bagged Salads Recalled After Hundreds Are Sickened in the Midwest The C.D.C. urged consumers in eight states to avoid four different salad kits produced by Fresh Express. U.S. New York Times June 27, 2020 at 07:00PM

China passes controversial Hong Kong security law

Beijing has passed the law, the BBC has learned, deepening fears for the city's freedoms.

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China forcing birth control on Uighurs to suppress population, report says

A report says China is carrying out a campaign of forced birth control to limit the minority group.

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Joseph McCann: Serial rapist freed by 'unstable' probation staff

A report finds Joseph McCann was "managed by an unstable team", lacking experienced staff.

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Facebook targets 'false news' amid growing pressure from advertisers

Facebook's boss in Northern Europe says a new media literacy campaign is not about "financial considerations".

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Israel annexation: What is the West Bank?

Concerns have been expressed around the world over plans by Israel’s prime minister to annex parts of the West Bank.

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Coronavirus: Stop childhood being disrupted - charities

The life chances of children and young people risk being derailed over Covid-19, warn 146 charities.

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Protest rights: 'We have a right to protest despite coronavirus'

Lawyer Christian Weaver posts videos online teaching the law in 60 seconds.

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Young skater goes viral performing at Black Lives Matter Plaza

A video of Kaitlyn Saunders skating on the square opposite the White House has amassed over 350,000 views.

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Coronavirus: Spain's Alhambra Palace reopens to visitors

After a three-month closure due to coronavirus, the monument in Granada has once again opened its doors.

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100 days of lockdown: How life changed in the small town of Telford

What's lockdown been like for personal trainer, a student, a rapper and a semi-pro footballer?

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Coronavirus: 'When lockdown eased, my panic attacks returned'

When lockdown began Seaneen Molloy's panic attacks stopped, but as restrictions are eased, her anxiety is returning.

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'Don't call me 'BAME'': Why some people are rejecting the term

The term 'BAME' has been growing in prominence - but many say it does more harm than good.

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‘Trump political base hit hardest by coronavirus'

Covid-19 has hit President Trump's political base the hardest, says White House economic adviser.

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Civil service: What changes does the government want to make?

There are 450,000 civil servants working in the UK, but what do they do?

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Biden Criticizes Trump Over Intelligence on Russian Bounties on U.S. Troops

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via IFTTT Biden Criticizes Trump Over Intelligence on Russian Bounties on U.S. Troops The White House denied that President Trump was briefed on the classified assessment, even though his staff has been discussing the matter since March. U.S. New York Times June 26, 2020 at 07:00PM

After Asking Americans to Sacrifice in Shutdown, Leaders Failed to Control Virus

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via IFTTT After Asking Americans to Sacrifice in Shutdown, Leaders Failed to Control Virus As Covid-19 cases surge, it is clear many governors underestimated the coronavirus and rushed to reopen before their states were ready. U.S. New York Times June 26, 2020 at 07:00PM

Trump, Not So Statuesque

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via IFTTT Trump, Not So Statuesque Things are looking down for the Donald. Opinion New York Times June 26, 2020 at 07:00PM

Hebei: China locks down 400,000 people after virus spike near Beijing

It's a small spike in Hebei near Beijing - but enough for officials to reinstate a strict lockdown.

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Coronavirus: Huge increase in lockdown speeding drivers

Met Police figures show a rise of 71% in those breaking the limit on London's roads in April.

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Coronavirus: Number of mobile testing units to more than double

A further 1,763 armed forces personnel will help with testing at the 140 new pop-up facilities.

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How the world celebrated 50 years of Pride - despite the pandemic

Most LGBT Pride events were cancelled or moved online because of coronavirus, but not all.

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Coronavirus: Survivors 'at risk of PTSD'

Leading doctors call for regular check ups of those who have been treated in hospital.

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How teargas became the go-to weapon for US police

The riot control agent has been banned in war for 100 years but remains a vital tool for police.

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Coronavirus: 'Swift and dangerous turn' in Texas cases, says governor

The state governor says 5,000 people are being hospitalised daily as Texans are urged to wear masks.

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Extra £14bn needed a year for climate, report says

A report by the Green Alliance think tank argues that extra cash is required for clean transport.

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Newspaper headlines: Coronavirus 'knife edge' as Sedwill stands down

Many of Monday's papers look at what the departure of the UK's top civil servant could mean.

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Brexit: Where are we now?

It's been out of the headlines for the past few months, but Brexit is back on the political menu

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Coronavirus: Ghana 'quack doctors' selling 'cure'

Investigative reporter Anas Aremeyaw Anas exposes a Covid-19 scam said to be worth thousands of dollars.

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Want to start cycling to work? Here's how

The Bikeability Trust's Paul Robison breaks down how to start cycling with confidence.

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Who needs Wimbledon? Strawberry sales soar

The cancellation of events like weddings and Wimbledon has not stopped strawberry sales soaring.

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Coronavirus doctor's diary: A 'dying' patient's miraculous recovery

When Mohammed Azeem arrived in hospital his blood oxygen levels were "not compatible with life" as one doctor put it.

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Ready but waiting: 'It will make people proud to live here again'

Kids can get into trouble if there’s nothing to do - could a new £6.6m centre be about to change that?

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'Talking to my white friend about race - for the first time'

The Black Lives Matter protests that followed George Floyd's killing led one of Patrick George's white friends to ask him a question.

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Coronavirus: Can you really do these jobs from home?

Coronavirus has forced people to get creative with the way they work, with some surprising jobs going online.

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'My chronic acne inspired me to start my own skincare company'

How Michelle Doherty overcame her skin problems and launched skincare business Alpha-H.

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Is Becky Hill pop's biggest unknown star?

She's sung on dozens of chart hits but after eight years, people are only just starting to recognise her name.

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Child poverty: Boris Johnson's claims fact-checked

The prime minister has made four claims on poverty, do the figures support them?

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New Numbers Showing Coronavirus Spread Intrude on a White House in Denial

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via IFTTT New Numbers Showing Coronavirus Spread Intrude on a White House in Denial Both President Trump and Vice President Pence seem oblivious to the new chapter in the pandemic. U.S. New York Times June 25, 2020 at 07:00PM

In Historic Vote, House Approves Statehood for the District of Columbia

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via IFTTT In Historic Vote, House Approves Statehood for the District of Columbia It is the first time a chamber of Congress has approved establishing the nation’s capital as the 51st state. The measure is all but certain to die in the Republican-led Senate. U.S. New York Times June 25, 2020 at 07:00PM

Leaders Re-examine U.S. Reopenings as Coronavirus Cases Hit Another Record

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via IFTTT Leaders Re-examine U.S. Reopenings as Coronavirus Cases Hit Another Record Officials nationwide were rethinking their efforts to slow the virus, which the nation’s top infectious disease expert said were “not working.” U.S. New York Times June 25, 2020 at 07:00PM

Milton Glaser, Master Designer of ‘I ♥ NY’ Logo, Is Dead at 91

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How the Coronavirus Short-Circuits the Immune System

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Coronavirus: PM 'will not return to austerity of 10 years ago'

Boris Johnson is to set out his plans for a post-Covid economic recovery in a speech next week.

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Coronavirus: Florida and Texas reverse reopening as US cases pass 2.5m

Florida and Texas reverse moves to reopen business amid warnings hospitals may soon be overwhelmed.

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Rolling Stones warn Trump not to use their songs - or face legal action

The president's campaign could face legal action if it ignores "cease and desist directives".

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Coronavirus: Expert says Scotland 'could be Covid-free by end of summer'

Prof Devi Sridhar says the country could eliminate the coronavirus if the decline in new cases continues.

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Malawi opposition leader Lazarus Chakwera wins historic poll rerun

Lazarus Chakwera wins nearly 60% of the vote to defeat the incumbent and become Malawi's president.

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Poland's clash of values in presidential election

If President Andrzej Duda loses, the opposition could force a change in Polish politics.

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Newspaper headlines: PM pledges 'building blitz' amid unemployment fears

Some Sunday papers take a close look at the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic.

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To Italy with Love: Postcards from a Covid-America

An Italian student in Ohio watched her country reel from the coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus: How to fly during a global pandemic

Jumping on a plane looks and feels different to how it did at the start of 2020.

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LGBT black people share their dating app experiences

Young gay black people from the West Midlands share their experience of racism on dating apps.

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How prosthetics transformed a circus performer's art

Circus performer Erin Ball thought her career was over when she lost her feet in an accident in 2014.

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Coronavirus: Your pictures on the theme of 'walking'

A selection of pictures from our readers on the theme of 'walking'.

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Coronavirus: How funerals under lockdown have 'felt incomplete'

Funeral directors, celebrants and mourners discuss how funerals under lockdown have "felt incomplete".

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'The love letter to my neighbourhood that helped me flee my country'

José Gregorio Márquez was ashamed of the place he grew up, but he came to love it before leaving it forever.

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Paul Weller: 'People weren't ready for my house record'

The returning rock star reflects on underground sounds, happy times, and "shocking" race issues.

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Coronavirus: Will pop-up bike lanes keep new cyclists on the road?

Campaigners say routes need to be made safer to keep new cyclists on the roads as lockdown is eased.

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Coronavirus: The foods we are all eating during lockdown

During the coronavirus lockdown our eating habits have changed, so who has been benefiting from it?

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Patient 91: How Vietnam saved a British pilot and kept a clean Covid-19 sheet

Stephen Cameron spent 68 days on a ventilator but beat the odds to survive coronavirus.

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China’s Military Provokes Its Neighbors, but the Message Is for the United States

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Kanye West and Gap Strike 10-Year Deal for ‘Yeezy Gap’ Apparel Line

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via IFTTT Kanye West and Gap Strike 10-Year Deal for ‘Yeezy Gap’ Apparel Line The struggling mall brand plans to introduce Yeezy Gap in stores and online in the first half of 2021. Business New York Times June 25, 2020 at 07:00PM

Costco Discontinues Half-Sheet Cake, Apparently Because of Covid-19

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via IFTTT Costco Discontinues Half-Sheet Cake, Apparently Because of Covid-19 The retail giant has no immediate plans to bring them back. Customers are not happy. Business New York Times June 25, 2020 at 07:00PM

Late Night Can’t Believe Florida’s Mask Truthers

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via IFTTT Late Night Can’t Believe Florida’s Mask Truthers “Unfortunately, putting a piece of cloth on your face has become a culture war, thanks almost entirely to our president,” Stephen Colbert said on Thursday night. Arts New York Times June 25, 2020 at 07:00PM

Another Nightmare Video and the Police on the Defensive in Tucson

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via IFTTT Another Nightmare Video and the Police on the Defensive in Tucson A city with a relatively progressive image and reform-minded police is grappling with a brutal death in police custody — and why it took so long to become public. U.S. New York Times June 24, 2020 at 07:00PM

America Is Facing 5 Epic Crises All at Once

By David Brooks from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2Yw0oM6
via IFTTT America Is Facing 5 Epic Crises All at Once This is not the time to obsess about symbolism. Opinion New York Times June 24, 2020 at 07:00PM

Simpsons ends use of white actors to voice people of colour

The decision by the US comedy show follows years of criticism over a white actor playing an Indian.

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Russia Secretly Offered Afghan Militants Bounties to Kill U.S. Troops, Intelligence Says

By Charlie Savage, Eric Schmitt and Michael Schwirtz from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3dDKiEG
via IFTTT Russia Secretly Offered Afghan Militants Bounties to Kill U.S. Troops, Intelligence Says The Trump administration has been deliberating for months about what to do about a stunning intelligence assessment. U.S. New York Times June 25, 2020 at 07:00PM

Trump orders statues be protected from 'mob rule'

"Anarchists" who damage US monuments should face up to a decade in prison, the president says.

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How Facebook scammers target people at risk of suicide

Dozens of Facebook pages claim to be selling a deadly chemical to people at risk of suicide - but it's all a fraud.

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Coronavirus lockdown: Why can't some businesses reopen in England yet?

Changes to England's lockdown have sparked questions over what opens and what must stay shut.

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Can Kenzie Ziegler go from child star to pop star?

She shot to fame as a six-year-old on US reality show Dance Moms, now she's aiming for the charts.

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We had a lockdown choice - care for Amy or never see her

Parents describe the exhaustion of caring for an adult daughter with learning disabilities in the lockdown.

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Viewpoint: 'I feel like was accidentally hired'

Ibrahim Diallo describes what life as a black software engineer has been like for him.

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Why Huawei's days in the UK could be numbered

US sanctions threaten access to chip design software, which could determine its fate in the UK.

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Coronavirus: 5G and microchip conspiracies around the world

We've been tracking the global spread of two of the most popular coronavirus conspiracy theories.

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Poles in UK fear Brexit and Covid may end 'British Dream' hopes

Should I stay or should I go is the top question for many Polish people in the UK, says one charity.

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From coronavirus doctor to Mr Gay World

Fran Alvarado from Spain took over the title weeks after recovering from Covid-19.

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Coronavirus: The health claims that won't go away

Why this misleading health advice keeps appearing online.

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Liverpool: Crowds celebrating title win despite coronavirus fears 'told to leave'

Police issue a dispersal order after crowds gather for a second night despite coronavirus fears.

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Coronavirus: More care urged for pregnant BAME patients

Maternity units in England are being asked to provide more checks and support during the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Armed forces praised for 'versatility' in pandemic

Tributes are paid to veterans and serving military personnel as the nation marks Armed Forces Day.

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Justin Bieber files defamation lawsuit after assault claims

Two anonymous Twitter accounts made sexual assault allegations against the singer last week.

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The Last Days of Pop Smoke

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via IFTTT The Last Days of Pop Smoke The Brooklyn rapper was on the verge of an international breakthrough when he was killed in February. Here is the story of his whirlwind final months, told by those who knew him best. Arts New York Times June 24, 2020 at 07:00PM

The Dixie Chicks Change Their Name, Dropping the ‘Dixie’

By Ben Sisario from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/3fVRgGA
via IFTTT The Dixie Chicks Change Their Name, Dropping the ‘Dixie’ The platinum-selling country trio will be known as the Chicks, the latest example of sweeping cultural changes brought on by nationwide protests spotlighting racial inequality. Arts New York Times June 24, 2020 at 07:00PM

Virus Cases Are Soaring in Texas. But Closing Down Again Is a ‘Last Option.’

By Manny Fernandez, Neil MacFarquhar and Sarah Mervosh from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2BAkbRB
via IFTTT Virus Cases Are Soaring in Texas. But Closing Down Again Is a ‘Last Option.’ Greg Abbott, the Republican governor of the country’s largest Republican-controlled state, is facing increasing pressure over his decision to open the economy. U.S. New York Times June 23, 2020 at 07:00PM

Police officers attacked at illegal London street party

It comes after "appalling scenes" of violence at another street party in London on Wednesday evening.

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Labour anti-Semitism row: Starmer to meet MPs after Long-Bailey sacking

The Labour leader fired his shadow minister after vowing to get tough on anti-Semitism.

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Coronavirus: Volunteers wanted for antibody test trials

NHS and public service volunteers are being recruited across England for an antibody test study.

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Coronavirus: Care home probed over 15 deaths rated 'inadequate'

Inspectors find serious failings at a Kettering home closed after deaths during the Covid-19 outbreak.

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Debunking a Myth: The Irish Were Not Slaves, Too

By Liam Stack from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2FSNFHL
via IFTTT Debunking a Myth: The Irish Were Not Slaves, Too Widespread memes used against African-Americans say America was built by Irish slaves whose history has been covered up. That’s false, historians say. U.S. New York Times March 16, 2017 at 06:00PM

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Liverpool FC: Ecstatic fans party on the streets

Supporters gather at Anfield and throughout the city to celebrate the club's Premier League win.

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Summer holidays: 'We're not really going anywhere'

People tell the BBC what they plan to do about their holidays this year amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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How cinemas will reopen after lockdown

The BBC's Lizo Mzimba looks at how a glut of favourite movies will entice film-lovers back.

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Coronavirus: Most children 'experience only mild disease'

A study of nearly 600 children across Europe reports only four deaths and mainly mild symptoms.

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Coronavirus: 70% of BAME pharmacists have had no risk assessment - survey

The Royal Pharmaceutical Society says the findings of its survey are "shocking".

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Warning over plans for new Royal Navy aircraft carriers

The National Audit Office is concerned about missing elements such as aircraft and support ships.

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'Stop using our pain to attract black consumers'

Some brands have been accused of jumping on the Black Lives Matter bandwagon just to sell their products.

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Quiz of the Week: Which tennis stars caught coronavirus?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?

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Can you remove a statue without erasing the past?

What is the best thing to do with unwanted statues - and is it an option to leave a divisive statue standing?

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George Floyd death: What US police officers think of protests

Some think change needs to come from the top, others say they are doing a tough job and under attack.

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Eurovision: How Ariana Grande's songwriter got involved in Will Ferrell's new movie

Pop songwriter Savan Kotecha and Swedish singer Molly Sanden are among those who helped make the fictional movie about the Eurovision Song Contest.

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When working from home is much more than emailing

Some jobs like animating films need more than just regular internet access and robust Wi-Fi.

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Rethink: 'There has been a renaissance of love for nature,' says author Lucy Jones

Writer and author Lucy Jones considers how - post lockdown - we can capitalise on our rediscovered love of nature.

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Coronavirus: What's happening in Peru?

Peru has one of the highest case totals and excess death rates in the world - but why?

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Suspects in Ahmaud Arbery’s Killing Are Indicted on Murder Charges

By Richard Fausset from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/389zRrr
via IFTTT Suspects in Ahmaud Arbery’s Killing Are Indicted on Murder Charges The three white men accused of killing Mr. Arbery, a black man who was chased while jogging in their neighborhood, were each indicted on nine counts, including felony murder. U.S. New York Times June 23, 2020 at 07:00PM

Wrongfully Accused by an Algorithm

By Kashmir Hill from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2BCVTWZ
via IFTTT Wrongfully Accused by an Algorithm In what may be the first known case of its kind, a faulty facial recognition match led to a Michigan man’s arrest for a crime he did not commit. Technology New York Times June 23, 2020 at 07:00PM

A Softball Team’s Tweet to Trump Leads Players to Quit Mid-Series

By Natalie Weiner from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/3dp071H
via IFTTT A Softball Team’s Tweet to Trump Leads Players to Quit Mid-Series The players said they did not want a photo of them standing during the national anthem to be used for political purposes. Sports New York Times June 23, 2020 at 07:00PM

Roundup Maker to Pay $10 Billion to Settle Cancer Suits

By Patricia Cohen from NYT Business https://ift.tt/2Z9bRAB
via IFTTT Roundup Maker to Pay $10 Billion to Settle Cancer Suits Bayer faced tens of thousands of claims linking the weedkiller to cases of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Some of the money is set aside for future cases. Business New York Times June 23, 2020 at 07:00PM

A Minneapolis Neighborhood Vowed to Check Its Privilege. It’s Already Being Tested.

By Caitlin Dickerson from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2Yrnd3u
via IFTTT A Minneapolis Neighborhood Vowed to Check Its Privilege. It’s Already Being Tested. Blocks from where George Floyd drew his last breaths, residents have vowed to avoid the police to protect people of color. The commitment is hard to keep. U.S. New York Times June 23, 2020 at 07:00PM

Four numbers that explain impact of George Floyd

The 30 days since his death have seen new policies, Confederate statues removed and countless other changes.

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Coronavirus: Antibody test lacks 'proper assessment'

The tests could waste scarce NHS resources, a group of senior academics is warning.

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Coronavirus: UK councils fear bankruptcy amid Covid-19 costs

A BBC investigation reveals the scale of the financial challenges facing local authorities.

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Nurseries warn of 'mass closures' as lockdown lifts

England's nurseries and pre-schools warn of huge losses and mass closures without government intervention.

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Illegal lockdown parties hosted in online rentals

Revellers have hosted events at properties booked on Airbnb and Booking.com, an industry body claims.

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Family courts: 'Major overhaul' aims to protect domestic abuse victims

"Sweeping reforms" aimed at protecting domestic abuse victims follow a BBC investigation.

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Increase car taxes to help climate, report says

Car taxes should increase to help fund the battle against climate change, government advisers say.

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Preventing a plague: fighting Kenya's locusts

Locust-trackers in Kenya are fighting to control the country's worst invasion of locusts for more than 70 years.

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Glastonbury: The community spirit behind the festival town

With 2020's Glastonbury Festival cancelled, what better time to take a look at the real Glastonbury town the festival takes its name from and the people who live there.

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'It's cold and damp': Seeking a workmate in a historic Australian tunnel

Mushroom grower Dean Smith says the former 19th Century railway passage is "cold and damp" but "unique".

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Coronavirus: Tales from the key worker sharp end

During the pandemic, the UK has relied on an army of low-waged key workers. Their diaries reveal the sacrifices they have made.

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Coronavirus: How Brixton is waking up from 'lockdown coma'

From an excited pub manager's overloaded booking site, to a downbeat barber on universal credit in Brixton.

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Loren Gray: TikTok star 'glad' she shared sexual assault story

Loren Gray tells Radio 1 Newsbeat making videos helped her heal after being sexually assaulted.

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Israel annexation plans for West Bank leave Palestinians in despair

Tom Bateman goes to the West Bank to see how Israeli annexation would shape life with Palestinians.

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Russian parade defies pandemic as Putin stages power bid

Moscow has moved swiftly out of lockdown and many ask if the president is more worried by a national vote.

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Rethink: Tara Westover says 'We are one people and are all needed'

Society must not be divided by class, says author Tara Westover in one of a series of essays for the BBC.

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Denise Welch shares her mental health survival tips

The actress and Loose Women star says self-care is crucial during the uncertainty of the pandemic.

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'Our time is now': I’m running for office because of George Floyd

Four black women from Minnesota tell the BBC why Mr Floyd's death has pushed them to run for office.

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NASCAR Drivers Support Bubba Wallace After Noose Is Found in Talladega Garage

By Matthew Teague and Alan Blinder from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/3dqfKWC
via IFTTT NASCAR Drivers Support Bubba Wallace After Noose Is Found in Talladega Garage Fellow drivers pushed Wallace’s car to the front of pit road at the start of their race at Talladega Superspeedway. Wallace briefly led near the end, but his friend Ryan Blaney won and he fell back to 14th. Sports New York Times June 21, 2020 at 07:00PM

‘There Is a Stench’: Soiled Clothes and No Baths for Migrant Children at a Texas Center

By Caitlin Dickerson from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2Fwujd6
via IFTTT ‘There Is a Stench’: Soiled Clothes and No Baths for Migrant Children at a Texas Center Inspectors and lawyers traveling to border facilities in Texas described tremendous overcrowding and filthy conditions for hundreds of children and other detainees. U.S. New York Times June 20, 2019 at 07:00PM

Will the 'War on Terror' ever end?

The BBC's Frank Gardner looks at the legacy of the US counter-terrorism response to 9/11.

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7.5 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Mexico, Kills at Least 4

By Kirk Semple from NYT World https://ift.tt/2ASmkIx
via IFTTT 7.5 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Mexico, Kills at Least 4 The 7.5-magnitude quake, centered on the Pacific Coast in the state of Oaxaca, damaged some structures and caused buildings to sway in Mexico City. World New York Times June 22, 2020 at 07:00PM

Trump Family Asks Court to Stop Publication of Tell-All by President’s Niece

By Maggie Haberman from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2CzMGiW
via IFTTT Trump Family Asks Court to Stop Publication of Tell-All by President’s Niece President Trump has said Mary L. Trump signed a nondisclosure agreement in connection with a court case two decades ago related to the estate of Fred Trump Sr., the president’s father and her grandfather. U.S. New York Times June 22, 2020 at 07:00PM

Coronavirus: UK must prepare for second virus wave - health leaders

The warning comes as the prime minister announced sweeping relaxations to lockdown rules in England.

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Israel West Bank annexation rejected by European MPs in letter

Signed by more than 1,000 parliamentarians, it calls for Israel to face "commensurate consequences".

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Top US health official Fauci warns of 'disturbing' new US surge

They also told US lawmakers that they had never been asked to slow testing for coronavirus.

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North Korea: Kim Jong-un 'suspends military action' against South

A meeting led by North Korean leader Kim Jong-un halts plans for unspecified moves against the South.

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'I want my children to be proud they're black'

Support for the Black Lives Matter movement has swelled across the UK since the killing of George Floyd, but the news has left many parents struggling to explain racism to their children.

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Coronavirus: 'We went from 30 customers to one in 18 hours'

Cleaners saw most bookings cancelled in the first months of lockdown, and the future looks uncertain.

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Still shuttered - the shops that won't be opening

Beauticians, gyms and tattoo artists have been let frustrated by the news they must remain closed.

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Glastonbury fence-jumpers: 'It was girls underneath, boys over the top!'

There was a golden age of breaking into Glastonbury. It's now over but some still manage it.

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Rethink: Caleb Femi says 'creative thinking' is key to students' future

Poet Caleb Femi says the young must be innovative to progress, in one of a series of essays for the BBC.

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Jon Stewart: 'There will always be room for political satire'

The former host of The Daily Show has written and directed a new political comedy film.

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Rent day arrives for struggling retailers

Shops are due to pay their quarterly rent bill on Wednesday as landlords expect a shortfall

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Belly Mujinga: Protesters 'defending my wife's cause' says husband

Belly Mujinga's husband says the Black Lives Matter protesters are helping to keep her case going.

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Apprenticeships 'are not delivering social mobility'

The apprenticeship system is failing disadvantaged youngsters in England, says Social Mobility Commission.

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UK's internet use surges to new highs during lockdown

Coronavirus will leave a digital legacy as UK finds solace online, says Ofcom.

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Coronavirus: How coming-of-age rituals were interrupted - and reinvented

How coming-of-age rituals were interrupted - and reinvented - amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Women denied abortions because of the pandemic

Women across Europe are struggling to get abortions because of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Cut negatives capture the isolation of lockdown

Photographer Aletheia Casey talks about her series To Dance With Shadows, made during the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Looking for viruses in Thai bats

Thai scientists are collecting bats to find clues about the origins of viruses, including Covid-19.

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Trump, (Tie) Undone

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via IFTTT Trump, (Tie) Undone After the campaign rally in Tulsa, an accessory becomes a symbol. Style New York Times June 21, 2020 at 07:00PM

Massive Saharan Dust Cloud to Move Across Southeast U.S. This Week

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via IFTTT Massive Saharan Dust Cloud to Move Across Southeast U.S. This Week The dry and dusty layer of air can enhance sunrises and suppress storms. Science New York Times June 21, 2020 at 07:00PM

People Have Stopped Going to the Doctor. Most Seem Just Fine.

By Sandeep Jauhar from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2VmSAdV
via IFTTT People Have Stopped Going to the Doctor. Most Seem Just Fine. Do Americans really need the amount of treatment that our health care system is used to providing? Opinion New York Times June 21, 2020 at 07:00PM

Sports Media Giant Bill Simmons Finds Himself Playing Defense

By Noam Scheiber from NYT Business https://ift.tt/3dkBrHD
via IFTTT Sports Media Giant Bill Simmons Finds Himself Playing Defense A podcast episode on the recent protests increased staff complaints concerning the lack of diversity at his digital outlet, The Ringer. Business New York Times June 21, 2020 at 07:00PM

Lawsuit alleges defeat devices in petrol cars

Renault and Nissan deny their vehicles are equipped with devices designed to cheat emissions tests

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Trump targets foreign workers with new visa freeze

Foreign tech workers, non-agricultural seasonal helpers, au pairs and executives will be affected.

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Coronavirus: Cinemas and museums set to reopen in England from 4 July

Pubs can also open up following a review of the 2m distancing rule, Boris Johnson is expected to say.

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F.D.A. Warns of Potentially Toxic Hand Sanitizers

By Christopher Mele from NYT Health https://ift.tt/3hNai3P
via IFTTT F.D.A. Warns of Potentially Toxic Hand Sanitizers The warning applies to nine lines of hand sanitizer manufactured in Mexico that contain methanol, or wood alcohol, which can be dangerous, the agency said. Health New York Times June 21, 2020 at 07:00PM

Eton apologises to Nigerian ex-student Onyeama for racism

The first black person to complete his studies at Eton was banned from the school in 1972.

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Former chancellor Sajid Javid warns against return to austerity

The former chancellor calls for lower taxes on businesses to aid the UK's economic recovery.

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The virus hunter who got Covid

Professor Peter Piot, one of the world’s leading infectious disease experts, was struck down by Covid-19.

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Coronavirus: Male plasma contains higher levels of antibodies

The NHS is calling for men who have been ill with the virus to donate blood for treatment trials.

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Wildlife scientists examine the great 'human pause'

Tracking wildlife before, during and after lockdown will aim to analyse the slowdown in human activity.

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Rethink: Will companies help us improve our sleep habits?

In one of a series of essays for the BBC, sleep scientist Matthew Walker says work routines may change.

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Talking Pictures TV channel a lockdown hit

Talking Pictures specialises in old British-made films and has millions of viewers each week.

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Quiz quiz: How much do you know about quizzes?

Your general knowledge may be top-notch, but how much do you know about quizzes themselves?

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'Speak and be heard': Why black media matters

Sara Lomax-Reese owns WURD, one of a handful of black-owned and operated radio stations in the US.

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The UK-raised teenagers barred from university

Many immigrant teens grow up feeling "British", only to find that they aren't - and cannot legally work or study.

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Li Wenliang: 'Wailing Wall' for China's virus whistleblowing doctor

Thousands in China still talk every day to the Wuhan doctor who raised the alarm about Covid-19.

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'Mum died and we were left to fend for ourselves'

Three women share what it is like to witness a parent die - and then lose the other when a step-parent arrives on the scene.

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'It was precarious and still is': Bookshops on the battle with virus and Amazon

Independent bookshops have had to get creative to survive lockdown and compete with Amazon.

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Creating an online course 'changed my life'

Lockdowns have created a boom in demand for online teaching and a host of new courses is meeting that need.

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Seattle will move to dismantle 'CHOP' zone after shootings, mayor says

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A Racist Attack on Children Was Taped in 1975. We Found Them.

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Professor Who Asked Student to ‘Anglicize’ Her Name Is Put on Leave

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