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Tuesday, June 30, 2020
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".
U.S. Calls for Indefinite Arms Embargo of Iran, but Finds No Takers
By BY RICHARD PÉREZ-PEÑA, LARA JAKES AND FARNAZ FASSIHI from NYT World https://ift.tt/3gbCY4L
Coronavirus: Czechs hold party to 'farewell' pandemic
Thousands attended the festive event in Prague, sharing food and drink with people around them.
The Cameroonian waging war against a French war hero’s statue
Essama Andre has repeatedly attacked the statue of French war hero Gen Philippe Leclerc in Doula.
Persuading China to switch to 'fake' pork
Pork is China's favourite meat dish, but will new meat substitutes tempt consumers to give up meat?
Coronavirus: The human cost of fake news in India
False and misleading reports have surged in the country during the coronavirus pandemic.
Facebook bans 'violent' Boogaloo-linked network
It said the group seeks violence and is loosely affiliated with the far-right Boogaloo movement
Coronavirus: Joe Biden will not hold campaign rallies
"This is the most unusual campaign, I think, in modern history," the Democratic nominee said.
Russia's Putin appeals to patriotism as key vote reaches climax
Russians have one more day to decide on key reforms, but opponents say the vote is a farce.
Coronavirus: What's behind new US outbreaks?
Cases are rising in Texas, Florida, Arizona and California - here's a look at the data and the theories.
Monday, June 29, 2020
China passes controversial Hong Kong security law
Beijing has passed the law, the BBC has learned, deepening fears for the city's freedoms.
Coronavirus-hit Arizona reverses course on reopening
Arizona emerges as a new US virus epicentre, joining other Sun Belt states like Florida and Texas.
Kweichow Moutai: 'Elite' alcohol brand is China's most valuable firm
Kweichow Moutai's share price rockets thanks to its popular and sought-after baijiu drink.
Venezuela tells EU ambassador to leave country
Isabel Brilhante Pedrosa's expulsion comes after the EU placed sanctions on 11 Venezuelan officials.
Is This the End for Shane Dawson and Jeffree Star?
By BY TAYLOR LORENZ from NYT Style https://ift.tt/2AfhMLX
Coronavirus overwhelms Afghanistan’s war-ravaged hospitals
Corruption, medical supply shortages and militant attacks have deepened the country's health crisis.
Coronavirus: How much does your boss need to know about you?
Firms are collecting a lot more information about staff as they try to contain coronavirus risks.
Sunday, June 28, 2020
Gunmen attack Pakistani stock exchange in Karachi
Gunmen attack the Pakistani stock exchange in Karachi, with local media reporting a number of people killed or wounded.
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.
‘Perry Mason’ Season 1, Episode 2: In the Trenches
By BY SEAN T. COLLINS from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/3gdkEs9
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.
Dustin Johnson Splashed and Rallied to a Travelers Championship Win
By BY BILL PENNINGTON from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/3gbM8ON
Patriots Sign Cam Newton as N.F.L. Levies Fine in Video Scandal
By BY KEN BELSON from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2YHkAL3
Defenders of Roosevelt Statue Converge on Natural History Museum
By BY ZACHARY SMALL from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/2YGh9o5
Three Words. 70 Cases. The Tragic History of ‘I Can’t Breathe.’
By BY MIKE BAKER, JENNIFER VALENTINO-DEVRIES, MANNY FERNANDEZ AND MICHAEL LAFORGIA from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/386Jqr0
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.
Coronavirus: Where are global cases rising and falling?
As the world hits the grim milestone of 10 million confirmed cases, which countries are seeing the biggest rises, and what might be behind them?
'How George Floyd's death changed my Chinese students'
Some students at Jasmine Cochrane's school in China found it hard to trust a black teacher. George Floyd's death made a huge difference.
Saturday, June 27, 2020
Bridesmaids star Rose Byrne on her double helping of political movies
Rose Byrne plays a political shark and a feminist icon in two new productions about to hit the small screen.
What’s on TV Sunday: The BET Awards and ‘I’ll Be Gone in the Dark’
By BY SARA ARIDI from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/3eF7qUF
1 Dead After Man Shoots Into Crowd at Breonna Taylor Protest Park
By BY AUSTIN RAMZY from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3i2mMV8
Coronavirus: How Delhi 'wasted' lockdown to become India's biggest hotspot
India's capital now has the country's highest number of confirmed coronavirus cases.
Quotation of the Day: For Black NASCAR Fans, It Can Be Lonely at the Track
By Unknown Author from NYT Today’s Paper https://ift.tt/3g4zzob
Gunfire at Walmart Distribution Center in California, Worker Says
By BY JENNY GROSS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3i8UHvC
Biden Campaign Says Just Over a Third of 2020 Staff Members Are People of Color
By BY SHANE GOLDMACHER AND THOMAS KAPLAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2B9KRce
Afghanistan war: Russia denies paying militants to kill US troops
US reports say a Russian intelligence unit offered rewards for killing US and allied troops.
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".
Li Zhensheng: Photographer of China's cultural revolution
Li Zhensheng captured a time when China was plunged into a decade of chaos and turmoil.
'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.
Mahmoud Dicko: Mali imam challenges President Keïta
Mahmoud Dicko is spearheading mass protests against the West African state's embattled president.
Coronavirus: How coming-of-age rituals were interrupted - and reinvented
How coming-of-age rituals were interrupted - and reinvented - amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Zimbabwe's Cook Off: How an $8,000 romcom made it to Netflix
Zimbabwe's first film to be featured on the streaming service is a tale of hope in a chaotic country.
Coronavirus: Cut negatives capture the isolation of lockdown
Photographer Aletheia Casey talks about her series To Dance With Shadows, made during the pandemic.
Friday, June 26, 2020
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.
Trump orders statues be protected from 'mob rule'
"Anarchists" who damage US monuments should face up to a decade in prison, the president says.
After Functioning for 28 Days, U.S. Election Regulator Will Be Powerless Again
By BY REBECCA R. RUIZ from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2BKyinm
US imposes visa restrictions on Chinese officials over Hong Kong security law
The sanctions aim to punish Beijing over a planned security law that could erode Hong Kong's autonomy.
Toronto officer guilty of assault after blinding black man
A black man loses an eye in a beating by an off-duty Toronto officer, who accused him of car-hopping.
Coronavirus: 5G and microchip conspiracies around the world
We've been tracking the global spread of two of the most popular coronavirus conspiracy theories.
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.
Thursday, June 25, 2020
Trump Praises Navy Contract at Wisconsin Shipyard
By BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2NuFhU7
Che Guevara's birthplace put up for sale
The flat where the revolutionary icon tired out his first steps is in Argentina's city of Rosario.
Iran Investigates Explosion Near Military Base
By BY FARNAZ FASSIHI from NYT World https://ift.tt/3eBXUS1
Five Months After Celebrating the Economy in Wisconsin, Trump Returns to a Different Place
By BY MICHAEL D. SHEAR from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3eEBvDG
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?
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.
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.
Coronavirus: What's happening in Peru?
Peru has one of the highest case totals and excess death rates in the world - but why?
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
Michael Hawley, Programmer, Professor and Pianist, Dies at 58
By BY CADE METZ from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2YuUM4F
Jessi Combs: US racing driver given female speed record in 2019 fatal crash
Jessi Combs is awarded the fastest land-speed record by a female, a feat she died trying to achieve.
Coronavirus: Qantas to axe 6,000 jobs due to pandemic
The airline says the collapse in billions of dollars of travel revenue means it has "little choice".
Trump administration claims Huawei 'backed by Chinese military'
The US Defense Department has compiled a list of 20 firms it says are backed by Chinese military.
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.
Nigeria's Yoruba women announce their arrival in style
A Nigerian photographer reimagines Yoruba fashion from the 1970s.
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.
'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.
Can India afford to boycott Chinese products?
Anti-China sentiment is high in India after a border clash, but can it go beyond rhetoric?
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
Australian fugitive 'found hiding in ship's air vent'
The sexual assault suspect had disappeared after being rescued from a yacht in rough seas, police say.
Mexico quake kills at least five and causes panic
The 7.4 magnitude earthquake has killed at least five people and damaged buildings.
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.
Louisville Police Fire Brett Hankison, Officer in Breonna Taylor Shooting
By BY WILL WRIGHT from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3hU0gxG
Earthquake Shakes Mexico, Killing at Least Four
By BY KIRK SEMPLE from NYT World https://ift.tt/3dnwC0k
'No crime' in Bubba Wallace noose case
The noose found in the garage of Bubba Wallace was actually the handle of a garage door and had been there since last year, an FBI investigation concludes.
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.
Zimbabwe's Cook Off: How a Netflix romcom was made for $8,000
Zimbabwe's first film to be featured on the streaming service is a tale of hope in a chaotic country.
Coronavirus: Women denied abortions because of the pandemic
Women across Europe are struggling to get abortions because of the coronavirus pandemic.
China and America Are Heading Toward Divorce
By BY THOMAS L. FRIEDMAN from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3hZsVlc
Monday, June 22, 2020
Seattle to end police-free protest zone after shootings
Mayor Jenny Durkan says the violence is "increasingly difficult" for businesses and residents.
Will a New Progressive Star Emerge on Tuesday?
By BY LISA LERER from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3dwNwdb
Trump targets foreign workers with new visa freeze
Foreign tech workers, non-agricultural seasonal helpers, au pairs and executives will be affected.
US solider accused of planning attack on own unit
Ethan Melzer stands accused of sending information about his US Army unit to a neo-Nazi group.
Wildlife scientists examine the great 'human pause'
Tracking wildlife before, during and after lockdown will aim to analyse the slowdown in human activity.
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.
Coronavirus: Are Australia's numbers at risk of increasing?
A rise in Covid-19 cases in one state has sparked concerns that Australia could slide backwards.
Eton College: Nigerian author recalls racist abuse
Nigerian Dillibe Onyeama was the first black student to complete his studies at the elite British school.
Sunday, June 21, 2020
Bubba Wallace: Noose found in garage stall of black US racing driver
Bubba Wallace recently campaigned to have the Confederate flag banned from events.
The President’s Shock at the Rows of Empty Seats in Tulsa
By BY MAGGIE HABERMAN AND ANNIE KARNI from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2V6r302
America’s Wannabe Autocrat Is in the Home Stretch. How Worried Should We Be?
By BY JENNIFER SENIOR from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2NgkDa6
How to Manage the Emotional Impact of Getting Laid Off
By BY HOLLY EPSTEIN OJALVO from NYT Smarter Living https://ift.tt/37OShgC
Coronavirus: Brazil becomes second country to pass 50,000 deaths
The grim milestone comes days after Brazil confirmed more than one million Covid-19 cases.
Panama exhumes remains of 19 victims from 1989 US invasion
The remains of 19 people are removed from a cemetery in a fresh bid to identify all the victims.
Glastonbury Festival: 50 years of memories
Images from attendees of Glastonbury Festival, which was due to celebrate a big anniversary this year.
Rethink: Pope Francis warns poor have become part of landscape
Pope Francis laments the "hypocrisy" of certain politicians in one of a series of essays for the BBC.
'I used to hate road cycling, now I design biking gear'
Remi Clermont is the founder and boss of cycling clothing firm Cafe du Cycliste.
Christian Li: The young Harry Potter fan on his music stardom
Christian Li, 12, Decca Classics' youngest artist, reveals how he relaxes when he isn't practising.
Saturday, June 20, 2020
What’s on TV Sunday: The ESPY Awards and ‘The Woods’
By BY LAUREN MESSMAN from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/3em1oYO
TikTok Teens and K-Pop Stans Say They Sank Trump Rally
By BY TAYLOR LORENZ, KELLEN BROWNING AND SHEERA FRENKEL from NYT Style https://ift.tt/2YPNesm
Quotation of the Day: Latin America Also Confronts Graft Epidemic
By Unknown Author from NYT Today’s Paper https://ift.tt/2zPM47P
Biden’s $80.8 Million Outpaced Trump’s Fund-Raising in May
By BY REBECCA R. RUIZ AND SHANE GOLDMACHER from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2YkJhwK
Six Literary Dads for Father’s Day
By BY CONCEPCIÓN DE LEÓN from NYT Home Page https://ift.tt/2BqghL0
'Cashpoint aid' and Africa: Who benefits?
The UK's new hard-nosed approach to African aid is greeted with cynicism, writes the BBC's Andrew Harding.
500 high school senior portraits in Virginia
Photographer helps 500 high school seniors honour their commencement through portraits.
Dad school: How to be a better father
Dads in Rwanda are taking classes to learn how to be better fathers and husbands.
Coronavirus: Five reasons why it is so bad in Yemen
Five reasons why Yemen could be the worst place for coronavirus in the world.
Last of Us Part II: Is this the most accessible game ever?
A hotly-anticipated game release brought tears to some purely because of its options menu.
Friday, June 19, 2020
Tens of Thousands Protest in Mali Amid Growing Opposition to Keita Presidency
By BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS from NYT World https://ift.tt/2YT2ipe
Black Tulsans Reflect on Legacy of the 1921 Massacre
By BY REUTERS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2YhmfqA
‘Into the Wild’ Bus, Seen as a Danger, Is Airlifted From the Alaskan Wild
By BY MICHAEL LEVENSON from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3fDynIg
Mike Pompeo Dishonors the State Department
By BY ROGER COHEN from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2AK6xvn
The New Zealand porn ad designed to protect children
Many children learn about sex via online pornography. New Zealand warns this is not exactly ideal.
Serbia election: Vote in EU candidate state scorned as sham
Serbian democracy looks fragile as many opposition groups boycott Sunday's general election.
Inside Wuhan: Life after coronavirus lockdown
Two months after Wuhan’s lockdown was lifted, what’s life really like now?
Debbie Kaore: The attack that highlighted an epidemic of abuse
After an assault on rugby player Debbie Kaore went viral, will things change in Papua New Guinea?
How football can help displaced people 'heal, develop and grow'
A new photo project highlights the experiences of refugees through the language of football.
Coronavirus: 'Deadly masks' claims debunked
The BBC's anti-disinformation team has been investigating misleading claims about the health risks of face masks.
Thursday, June 18, 2020
What you need to know about Juneteenth
The historic holiday, which celebrates the official end of slavery in the US, has taken on renewed significance this year.
Kim Jong-un se vuelve hostil contra Corea del Sur y su hermana es quien da la cara
By BY CHOE SANG-HUN from NYT en Español https://ift.tt/30TkK3C
Colgate reviews China's Darlie brand amid race debate
The popular Chinese brand features a caricature and translates as "black person toothpaste".
Colombian army rescues abducted Swiss and Brazilian tourists
The Swiss and Brazilian tourists were kidnapped by dissidents from the former Farc rebel movement.
The Biggest Obstacle to China Policy: President Trump
By BY EDWARD WONG AND MICHAEL CROWLEY from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3hFXmMN
Women Protest Changes to Poland’s Abortion Laws
By Unknown Author from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3eqX8Hi
New Zealand police shooting: Two officers 'seriously injured'
The shooter fled the scene in a vehicle in Massey, west Auckland, and has not been caught.
Colonial abuses haunt France's racism debate
Lucy Williamson examines France's struggle to deal with the painful legacy of empire.
Trump in Tulsa: City faces up to violent past ahead of rally
The city in Oklahoma was the site of the deadliest single act of racial violence in US history.
Galwan Valley: The soldiers killed in the India-China border clash
BBC Hindi speaks to five families from the eastern state of Bihar who lost loved ones in the clash.
Australia targeted by 'state-based' cyber attack, PM Morrison says
The country is being targeted by a "sophisticated" state actor, Prime Minister Scott Morrison says.
Keedron Bryant: Warner Records signs black protest singer, 12
Keedron Bryant's song I Just Wanna Live was posted one day after the death of George Floyd.
Belarus: Rival of President Lukashenko arrested ahead of election
Viktor Babaryko was held amid pressure on opposition figures before August's presidential election.
Wednesday, June 17, 2020
Pacific Light Cable Network: US-China row moves underwater in cable tangle
In another sign of growing tension, a high-speed internet cable looks set to be blocked by the US.
Paulinho Paiakan: Amazon indigenous chief dies of coronavirus
Paulinho Paiakan was best known for the fight against the Belo Monte hydroelectric project in Brazil.
Coronavirus: Qantas axes most overseas flights until October
The Australian airline said it will still fly to New Zealand and ramp up its domestic services.
Coronavirus: What will happen to pets after lockdown?
Many people brought pets into their lives during lockdown. A pet behaviourist explains how animals will react to their owners' return to work.
Delbert Africa, 74, Convicted in Radical Group’s Clash With Police, Dies
By BY NEIL GENZLINGER from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2Cidu7c
On L.G.B.T.Q. Rights, a Gulf Between Trump and Many Republican Voters
By BY LISA LERER, GIOVANNI RUSSONELLO AND ISABELLA GRULLÓN PAZ from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2ABSfwM
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