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Facebook bans violent ‘boogaloo’ groups, not the term itself
The move by Facebook designates the extremist network as a dangerous organization similar to the Islamic State group and white supremacists, both of which are already banned.
5 years ago
When essential workers earn less than the jobless: ‘We put the country on our back’
Boosted unemployment checks have created a bizarre distortion in the labor market, where holding on to a job doesn't guarantee being financially better off than losing one.
5 years ago
No spitting: MLB unveils some new rules due to the coronavirus
MLB announced Monday that it would shift some of its in-game rules, making significant and historic changes.
5 years ago
Dem climate plan would end greenhouse gas emissions by 2050
The election-year plan backed by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and other leaders is less ambitious than the sweeping Green New Deal.
5 years ago
With a pen stroke, Mississippi drops Confederate-themed flag
Mississippi has faced increasing pressure to change its flag since protests against racial injustice have focused attention on Confederate symbols in recent weeks.
5 years ago
Biden: Trump has a ‘lot to answer for’ on Russian bounties
Biden stopped short of saying Trump had violated his oath of office or should face any consequences from Congress, which has already impeached him.
5 years ago
‘Going to be very disturbing’: Fauci warns coronavirus cases could reach 100K a day
Dr. Anthony Fauci voiced his concerns to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions, which convened to discuss plans for reopening schools and offices.
5 years ago
WHO chief on COVID-19 pandemic: ‘The worst is yet to come’
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the solution is the same as it has been since the early days of the pandemic: "Test, trace, isolate and quarantine."
5 years ago
Tracking coronavirus cases proves difficult amid new surge
Contact tracers say it's exponentially more difficult now that many restaurants, bars and gyms are full, and people are gathering with family and friends.
5 years ago
Mississippi lawmakers vote to remove Confederate emblem from state flag
Mississippi state lawmakers voted to remove and redesign the 126-year-old state flag, which includes the Confederate battle emblem. The governor said he will sign the measure.
5 years ago
Bar owners worry as coronavirus surges in their workplaces
Bars and restaurants across the country are struggling with tough decisions on whether to remain open or shut down as confirmed cases surge in their areas.
5 years ago
Masks and the outdoor exerciser: Advice for runners, bikers, walkers, hikers
You’ve probably seen folks getting a bit of exercise with masks on, with masks slipped down around their neck — and with no mask at all. What do the experts suggest?
5 years ago
Global COVID-19 deaths top 500,000; cases top 10 million
More than 2.5 million of confirmed cases are in the U.S. The countries with the next highest totals are Brazil, Russia, India and the United Kingdom.
5 years ago
What to wear: Feds’ mixed messages on masks sow confusion
To be clear: The CDC recommends that people wear cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain.
5 years ago
Trump denies briefing on reported bounties against U.S. troops
Per a NYT report, American intelligence officials concluded months ago that Russian officials offered rewards for successful attacks on American service-members last year.
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