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Coronavirus Live Updates: U.S. Sends Two Million Hydroxychloroquine Doses to Brazil

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By Unknown Author from NYT World https://ift.tt/3eDoGsK

8 Minutes and 46 Seconds: How George Floyd Was Killed in Police Custody

By BY EVAN HILL, AINARA TIEFENTHÄLER, CHRISTIAAN TRIEBERT, DREW JORDAN, HALEY WILLIS AND ROBIN STEIN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2U0A4au via IFTTT

8 Minutes and 46 Seconds: How George Floyd Was Killed in Police Custody

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By BY EVAN HILL, AINARA TIEFENTHÄLER, CHRISTIAAN TRIEBERT, DREW JORDAN, HALEY WILLIS AND ROBIN STEIN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2TXVhBQ via IFTTT

Tear gas fired at protestors as clashes erupt outside White House

Tear gas and flash bang devices were used against crowds who had gathered outside President Donald Trump’s official residence, chanting, lighting fires and holding up protest signs, AFP reporters said. from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/36NecEB via IFTTT

Spain PM to extend Coronavirus lockdown to June 21

From June 21, a national state of emergency will end and with it the lockdown, allowing citizens to move freely in their regions. from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/3dp5XRM via IFTTT

Canadian soldiers on Covid-19 duty to get benefits like soldiers serving abroad

The soldiers have been pressed into service to tackle Covid-19 outbreak at care homes, have accounted for the majority of deaths related to the coronavirus disease. from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/2XRi7MJ via IFTTT

Global Covid cases top 6 million as Brazil fatalities surge past that of France

Much of the world is moving at varying speeds to lift lockdowns that have wrecked economies and stripped millions of their jobs while Muslims in Jerusalem and other cities flocked to newly reopened mosques on Sunday. from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/3gGmR09 via IFTTT

Covid-19 impact: Canada's GDP fell a record 11% in April

Out of 20 industrial sectors, 19 had decline and the only sector to show growth was non-durable manufacturing. from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/3gFPScj via IFTTT

Michigan Sheriff Took Off His Helmet and Marched With Protesters

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By BY MARIEL PADILLA from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2XRd8vv via IFTTT

FOX NEWS: Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy talks police, racism, protests gripping US

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Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy talks police, racism, protests gripping US Barstool founder Dave Portnoy, known by fans as “El Presidente,” posted a viral video on Twitter Sunday afternoon where, he discussed the current climate in the U.S. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2Bd9swa

FOX NEWS: NYU-trained lawyer accused of hurling Molotov cocktail at marked NYPD vehicle

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NYU-trained lawyer accused of hurling Molotov cocktail at marked NYPD vehicle A Ivy League-educated lawyer and member of a Brooklyn community board was among those arrested for hurling a Molotov cocktail at a marked NYPD vehicle amid George Floyd protests, it was revealed Sunday. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2XMmEjj

Truck Driver Arrested After Barreling Through Minneapolis Protest

By BY KIMIKO DE FREYTAS-TAMURA AND NICHOLAS BOGEL-BURROUGHS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2AnE65I via IFTTT

FOX NEWS: George Floyd unrest: Major cities brace for riots with National Guard troops mobilized

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George Floyd unrest: Major cities brace for riots with National Guard troops mobilized The National Guard’s top general on Sunday said Guard units in nearly half of U.S. states have been mobilized to help major cities deal with riots sparked by the death of Minnesota man George Floyd, as they braced for what could be another night of destructive violence. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/36UaQQb

Aggressive Police Tactics During Protests Are Under Scrutiny

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By BY SHAILA DEWAN AND MIKE BAKER from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2MgdWED via IFTTT

Amid Riots and a Pandemic, Church Attendance Resumes in ‘a Very Broken World’

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By BY SHAWN HUBLER AND RICK ROJAS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3djRpCI via IFTTT

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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By BY KATIE G. NELSON, MIKE SHUM, SAMEEN AMIN, DMITRIY KHAVIN AND BARBARA MARCOLINI from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2TTYlis via IFTTT

Trump invokes law-and-order to put protests against police brutality over pande...

The president on Sunday blamed the protests on Antifa, a loosely organized leftist movement that is a frequent target of conservative critics, and said he would declare the group to be terrorists. from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/2zQnKT7 via IFTTT

As Protests and Violence Spill Over, Trump Shrinks Back

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By BY PETER BAKER AND MAGGIE HABERMAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2Xktg9N via IFTTT

What Is Antifa, the Movement Trump Wants to Declare a Terror Group?

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By BY NICHOLAS BOGEL-BURROUGHS AND SANDRA E. GARCIA from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2XhUCNz via IFTTT

Many Claim Extremists Are Sparking Protest Violence. But Which Extremists?

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By BY NEIL MACFARQUHAR from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2BkEFha via IFTTT

Tara Reade’s Tumultuous Journey to the 2020 Campaign

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By BY JIM RUTENBERG, STEPHANIE SAUL AND LISA LERER from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3ezvEiy via IFTTT

George Floyd Protests Live Updates: Demonstrations Resume as Mayors Call for ‘Peace, Not Patience’

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FOX NEWS: WARNING, GRAPHIC LANGUAGE: Protesters pose for pictures with vandalized NYC Sheriff squad car

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WARNING, GRAPHIC LANGUAGE: Protesters pose for pictures with vandalized NYC Sheriff squad car Raw video: Heavily damaged law enforcement vehicle on the streets of New York City. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/36WdbdD

FOX NEWS: Protesters chant 'no justice, no peace' on steps of Brooklyn Borough Hall

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Protesters chant 'no justice, no peace' on steps of Brooklyn Borough Hall Raw video of peaceful demonstration in Brooklyn following death of George Floyd in police custody in Minneapolis. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2TRTldS

FOX NEWS: NYPD sergeant's union shoots back at de Blasio after mayor asks for 'light touch' with protesters

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NYPD sergeant's union shoots back at de Blasio after mayor asks for 'light touch' with protesters Retired members of the NYPD shot back at Mayor Bill de Blasio over comments that he expects officers to use a “light touch” with protesters following the death of Minneapolis man George Floyd. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2zL9XgI

FOX NEWS: Bernie Kerik urges political leaders to deescalate violent protests, calls on parents to 'get your kids home'

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Bernie Kerik urges political leaders to deescalate violent protests, calls on parents to 'get your kids home' Former NYPD Commissioner Bernie Kerik joins Bill Hemmer on 'America's News HQ.' via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2TVTopb

FOX NEWS: Chaos builds in Brooklyn, officer injured

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Chaos builds in Brooklyn, officer injured Brooklyn protests begin to turn violent, Bryan Llenas is on scene. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2B9FJEn

Elon Musk's SpaceX ship blasts off with 2 US astronauts. Here's what makes it s...

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying two NASA astronauts lifted off on a historic first private crewed flight into space. from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/2TStOBB via IFTTT

Trump calls for delay in Group of 7 meeting, seeks expansion

Trump told reporters on Air Force One as he returned to Washington from Florida that he feels the current makeup of the group is “very outdated” and doesn’t properly represent “what’s going on in the world.” from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/2TTL7BY via IFTTT

Trump plans to invite India to G-7 meet, possibly in September

It was not immediately clear if he wanted to invite the four countries to the attend meet as host countries have done in the past, or he is talking about an expanded group with these additional members. from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/3etzvO2 via IFTTT

Afghan reporter killed as govt says ready for Taliban dialogue

The blast, which targeted a minibus carrying 15 employees of private television channel Khurshid TV, was claimed by the Islamic State group, according to SITE Intelligence which monitors jihadist activity. from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/2XO0Ofp via IFTTT

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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By BY WEIYI CAI, JULIETTE LOVE AND JUGAL K. PATEL from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3dkl3aW via IFTTT

FOX NEWS: Brooklyn protests turn violent

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Brooklyn protests turn violent Protests in Brooklyn turn violent as night begins to fall, Bryan Llenas is on scene. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/36RrxvB

FOX NEWS: Minnesota governor mobilizes National Guard

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Minnesota governor mobilizes National Guard Former Special Agent in Charge at the ATF, BJ Zapor, joins Jon Scott to discuss handling protests amid growing violence. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2XJ2IOq

FOX NEWS: America braces for another night of unrest as protesters, police clash in major cities

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America braces for another night of unrest as protesters, police clash in major cities Protests continued Saturday as more demonstrations erupted in cities nationwide following the death of Minneapolis man George Floyd. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2ySBTyU

FOX NEWS: LIVE UPDATES: Protests continue across America in wake of George Floyd death

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LIVE UPDATES: Protests continue across America in wake of George Floyd death Live updates. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2ZW0ePh

FOX NEWS: NY woman faces attempted murder charges for throwing molotov cocktail at NYPD van during riots: reports

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NY woman faces attempted murder charges for throwing molotov cocktail at NYPD van during riots: reports A New York woman has been charged with four counts of attempted murder after throwing a molotov cocktail at an NYPD van occupied by multiple police officers. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2ZYjPP3

FOX NEWS: Hundreds of NYC protesters demand justice for George Floyd a day after violent riots

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Hundreds of NYC protesters demand justice for George Floyd a day after violent riots Hundreds of New Yorkers took to the streets Saturday for the third day of protesting the killing of George Floyd, a black man who died after he was pinned to the ground by a white Minneapolis police officer. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2MdkvIf

FOX NEWS: Minneapolis woman on riots, looting after George Floyd's death: 'I have nowhere to go now'

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Minneapolis woman on riots, looting after George Floyd's death: 'I have nowhere to go now' A disabled woman from Minneapolis who lives near the site of recent riots sparked by the death of George Floyd said Saturday, that her neighborhood has been destroyed leaving her with no refuge from the carnage and looting sweeping the area.  via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2XgVodz

FOX NEWS: MLK's daughter, Atlanta mayor among leaders condemning riots after George Floyd's death

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MLK's daughter, Atlanta mayor among leaders condemning riots after George Floyd's death Leaders across the country say that the rioting is no longer about the death of an innocent black man. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2XHZhHO

FOX NEWS: MN prosecutor says more charges may come in George Floyd case

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MN prosecutor says more charges may come in George Floyd case Former Georgia Prosecutor, Titus Nichols joins Dana Perino to discuss the charges filed in wake of George Floyd's death. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3cfnEBH

George Floyd Protests: A Timeline

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‘They’re Just Doing Whatever They Want’: Few Masks Are Seen as Beach Town Reopens

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Here’s What You Need to Know About Breonna Taylor’s Death

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FOX NEWS: Sen. Ted Cruz on murder charge in death of George Floyd: ‘It is wrong for any police officer to carry out brutality like that’

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Sen. Ted Cruz on murder charge in death of George Floyd: ‘It is wrong for any police officer to carry out brutality like that’ Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas spoke to Fox News about the murder charge filed against Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin in the death of George Floyd via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3gAfmaR

FOX NEWS: Black firefighter 'devastated' after rioters destroy bar he spent life savings to build

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Black firefighter 'devastated' after rioters destroy bar he spent life savings to build Minneapolis firefighter Korboi (KB) Balla said his dream was to open a sports bar, something he almost achieved after "countless hours" working on the project. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2App6o4

FOX NEWS: Take a look inside the 45th Weather Squadron

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Take a look inside the 45th Weather Squadron The 45th Weather Squadron, which monitors and tracsk the weather to assure safe access to air and space, prepares for this weekend's launch. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/36KoDZK

George Floyd Was Pinned Down for Nearly 3 Minutes After He Became Unresponsive, Prosecutors Say

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‘The Pain Is Too Intense’: Biden Challenges White Americans

By BY JONATHAN MARTIN AND KATIE GLUECK from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2XLfQSS via IFTTT

Brazil reaches 27,878 coronavirus deaths, surpasses Spain

Brazil now has the second-largest outbreak in the world. from Hindustan Times - world https://ift.tt/2BgX8ez via IFTTT

FOX NEWS: White House placed on lockdown as urban unrest spreads to Atlanta, DC, NYC after George Floyd death

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White House placed on lockdown as urban unrest spreads to Atlanta, DC, NYC after George Floyd death The White House is under lock down Friday night, as protests over George Floyd’s death are spreading nationwide and have reached the U.S. capital. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2TU18Ia

FOX NEWS: Protesters gather outside CNN headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia

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Protesters gather outside CNN headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia Protesters reportedly have smashed windows of CNN building. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2yKhifY

FOX NEWS: Jack Brewer: Satan drives racism, we have to fight in a spiritual way

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Jack Brewer: Satan drives racism, we have to fight in a spiritual way Former Minnesota Vikings player Jack Brewer reacts to unrest in Minnesota following killing of George Floyd. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2BfYLJq

FOX NEWS: Gen. Keane details 'outrageous' behavior by Minneapolis Police Department

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Gen. Keane details 'outrageous' behavior by Minneapolis Police Department Fox News senior strategist analyst Gen. Jack Keane addresses unrest following death of George Floyd. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3exS5EN

FOX NEWS: Epstein estate reaches deal with US Virgin Islands attorney general on victims compensation fund

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Epstein estate reaches deal with US Virgin Islands attorney general on victims compensation fund A deal regarding a fund to compensate the dozens of alleged sex-trafficking victims of Jeffrey Epstein has been reached between the late financier's estate and the attorney general of the U.S. Virgin Islands following an impasse. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3cgAUWX

FOX NEWS: Rep. Crenshaw on George Floyd death: The anger is justified

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Rep. Crenshaw on George Floyd death: The anger is justified Homeland Security Committee member Texas Republican Rep. Dan Crenshaw reacts to death of George Floyd. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3ewGsxN

FOX NEWS: Minneapolis devastation seen in photos after third day of Floyd protests

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Minneapolis devastation seen in photos after third day of Floyd protests Photos from the third day of protests in Minneapolis, Minn. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2MahVCu

FOX NEWS: George Floyd family enlists Dr. Michael Baden to perform second autopsy

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George Floyd family enlists Dr. Michael Baden to perform second autopsy The family of George Floyd, the Minneapolis man who died shortly after he was arrested by police officers on suspicion of passing a counterfeit $20, has retained prominent forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Baden to perform an independent autopsy.  via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2MouEC1

FOX NEWS: Schools nationwide discuss how to reopen in fall

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Schools nationwide discuss how to reopen in fall School administrators examine social distancing efforts; Doug McKelway reports. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2XGwfbw