Sunday, May 31, 2020

Samsung to Add New Memory Chip Line in South Korea as COVID-19 Boosts Demand

Samsung Electronics said on Monday it has begun construction of a new domestic production line for NAND flash memory chips, betting on demand for personal computers and servers as the coronavirus prompts more people to work from home.

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Redmi Note 8, Redmi 8, Redmi 8A Dual Price in India Hiked Once Again: All You Need to Know

The prices of the three phones - Redmi Note 8, Redmi 8, Redmi 8A Dual - have been increased by Rs. 500 across all models, and the new rates are reflecting on all e-commerce sites, including Mi.com.

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Microsoft 'to replace journalists with robots'

Dozens working on the MSN site look set to be replaced by AI, media reports say.

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

The Times has reconstructed the death of George Floyd on May 25. Security footage, witness videos and official documents show how a series of actions by officers turned fatal.

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

The Times has reconstructed the death of George Floyd on May 25. Security footage, witness videos and official documents show how a series of actions by officers turned fatal. (This video contains scenes of graphic violence.)

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New York’s Days of Protest: What It Looked Like from the Streets

These are our most striking photos from four days of protest where crowds of demonstrators stopped traffic and clashed with police.

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Michigan Sheriff Took Off His Helmet and Marched With Protesters

Sheriff Christopher R. Swanson of Genesee County walked with demonstrators protesting police brutality and the death of George Floyd.

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Truck Driver Arrested After Barreling Through Minneapolis Protest

The authorities said no one had been struck, but protesters reported that several people may have been injured.

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Aggressive Police Tactics During Protests Are Under Scrutiny

Videos showed officers using batons, tear gas, pepper spray and rubber bullets on protesters and bystanders.

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Live George Floyd Protest Updates and Video

Officials in several states reinforced their National Guard presence as anger grew at increasingly aggressive tactics by the police.

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As Protests and Violence Spill Over, Trump Shrinks Back

The president spent Sunday out of sight, berating opponents on Twitter, even as some of his campaign advisers were recommending that he deliver a televised address to an anxious nation.

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What Is Antifa? Trump Wants to Declare It a Terror Group

President Trump’s announcement on Twitter brought renewed attention to the anti-fascist protesters he has blamed for inciting violence at protests.

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

President Trump has accused antifa of inciting violence while some mayors and governors say there are signs that white supremacists are to blame.

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Tara Reade’s Tumultuous Journey to the 2020 Campaign

To better understand Ms. Reade, who accused Joe Biden of sexual assault, The Times interviewed nearly 100 friends, relatives, co-workers and neighbors, and reviewed court records and her writings.

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SpaceX Nasa Mission: Astronauts welcomed to the space station

Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken have floated into the International Space Station.

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Live George Floyd Protests and News Updates

National Guard troops were expected to have a heavier presence in several cities as the country took stock of Saturday night’s damage and anger grew at increasingly aggressive tactics by the police.

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Father of School Shooting Victim Takes On Smith & Wesson

A complaint to the Federal Trade Commission by a parent and two advocacy groups says the company “attracts, encourages and facilitates mass shooters.”

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Target Temporarily Closing or Shortening Hours at 200 Stores

The company said it acted to ensure employees’ safety. A store in Minneapolis, where Target is based, was badly damaged and looted last week.

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Trump, Lacking Clear Authority, Says U.S. Will Declare Antifa a Terrorist Group

The president and his administration have blamed the far-left movement for the violence this weekend. But it was uncertain whether the declaration would carry any real meaning.

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‘Please, I Don’t Have Insurance’: Businesses Plead With Protesters

Businesses ranging from national chain stores to neighborhood pizza shops have been damaged in the wake of George Floyd’s death. Stunned store owners were still assessing their losses.

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Karen Blumenthal, 61, Dies; Journalist Turned Young-Adult Author

After many years at The Wall Street Journal, she began writing books about the social forces that gave rise to hot-button issues in American culture.

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Herb Stempel, Quiz Show Whistle-Blower, Is Dead at 93

After being instructed to give a wrong answer and lose to his golden-boy opponent, he played a key role in exposing a major television scandal.

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Zappos Offers to Listen to Pandemic Worries

In response to rising anxiety over the coronavirus, the shoe retailer Zappos started a customer service line that people can call for anything — even to chat.

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SpaceX Nasa Mission: Astronaut capsule docks with ISS

Nasa astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken have successfully docked with the ISS after 19 hours in orbit.

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Amazon UK website defaced with racist abuse

The online giant blames a "bad actor" for the language appearing alongside multiple product listings.

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Two Crises Convulse a Nation: A Pandemic and Police Violence

Emotions were already raw over the toll of a pandemic that has killed more than 100,000 people across the country and cost millions of jobs.

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Tenants Stay Current on Rent, for Now

Collections have been surprisingly strong through the pandemic, but there are troubling signs — for landlords and tenants alike.

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Coronavirus Live Updates: Nations Forge Ahead With Reopenings, as Global Cases Surpass 6 Million

President Trump postponed the G7 summit set for next month after Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany said she would not attend, citing the pandemic.

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Live Updates and Video of George Floyd Protests in U.S.

Police cars were set ablaze, stores were looted and fires raged in at least 75 cities as mayors declared curfews and the National Guard was deployed. Protests also reached the gates of the White House.

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Two Crises Convulse a Nation: A Pandemic and Police Violence

Emotions were already raw over the toll of a pandemic that has killed more than 100,000 people across the country and cost millions of jobs.

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Saturday, May 30, 2020

What Time Is the SpaceX Arrival at the Space Station? How to Watch

Nineteen hours after launching, two NASA astronauts will arrive at the International Space Station.

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Supreme Court, in 5-4 Decision, Rejects Church’s Challenge to Shutdown Order

A California church argued that restrictions on public gatherings treated houses of worship worse than many businesses.

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Supernatural: The next-generation keep-fit coach?

Will virtual reality fitness classes lead a revolution in home workouts - or is it a passing craze?

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A Reporter’s Cry on Live TV: ‘I’m Getting Shot! I’m Getting Shot!’

From a television crew assaulted by protesters to a photographer struck in the eye, journalists have found themselves targeted on the streets of America.

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Trump Hopes for His Own Booster Shot from SpaceX Rocket Launch

The president, beleaguered by a pandemic, economic troubles and racial unrest, viewed the liftoff as a welcome moment of triumph that he celebrated with a campaign rally-style speech.

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A Timeline of the George Floyd Protests: Latest Updates

Demonstrators in Minneapolis and across the country have poured into the streets since George Floyd died in police custody. Here’s how the protests have unfolded.

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Breonna Taylor's Death: What To Know

Fury over the killing of Ms. Taylor by the police has been growing, driving tense demonstrations in Louisville, Ky., and elsewhere.

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Twitter Had Been Drawing a Line for Months When Trump Crossed It

Inside the company, one faction wanted Jack Dorsey, Twitter’s chief, to take a hard line against the president’s tweets while another urged him to remain hands-off.

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Kris Kobach Is Back, and a Kansas Senate Seat May Be Up for Grabs

Mr. Kobach’s polarizing presence in a race in a reliably Republican stronghold has party leaders worried that Kansas will become a high-stakes battleground for control of the Senate.

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Past Presidents Faced Police Brutality and Protests. They Handled It Differently.

President Trump’s predecessors took different approaches when responding — or not responding — to police killings or assaults of black men. But they never threatened violence against protesters.

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Samsung Galaxy M11, Galaxy M01 Set to Launch in India on June 2, Flipkart Reveals

Samsung Galaxy M11 and Galaxy M01 are set to launch in India on June 2, Flipkart revealed through a couple of teasers.

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Wealthy Fliers Worried About Coronavirus Turn to Private Jet Service

As business executives curtail their travel, jet service providers are shifting to meet the demand from people concerned about getting on a commercial flight.

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Friday, May 29, 2020

Inside an Extraordinary G.O.P. Event: ‘Pressing Flesh and Kissing Babies’ Again

At the South Carolina event, attended by Senators Lindsey Graham and Tim Scott, there were few masks and no social distancing — and that was the point.

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Live Coronavirus News Updates

Reopening plans will affect the fight against climate change. President Trump said the United States would end its relationship with the W.H.O.

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What Time Is the SpaceX Launch? How to Watch

What you need to know about the mission taking two NASA astronauts to the space station on Saturday.

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Atlanta Protesters Clash With Police as Mayor Warns ‘You Are Disgracing Our City’

Protesters broke windows and set fire to cars after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. Protests emerged in many U.S. cities.

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George Floyd Updates: Minneapolis Is Under Curfew as Protests Continue Nationwide

Derek Chauvin, a white former police officer, was charged with murder days after using his knee to pin down George Floyd, a black man who later died.

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Flynn Discussed Sanctions at Length With Russian Diplomat, Transcripts Show

The former national security adviser now says he does not remember those discussions as he fights a criminal charge he had previously pleaded guilty to.

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Read the Criminal Complaint Against Derek Chauvin

A statement of probable cause used to support charges against a former Minneapolis police officer detailed the minutes before Mr. Floyd’s death.

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Derek Chauvin Charged in Death of George Floyd in Minneapolis

City officials on Friday were urging calm the day after protests turned violent and a police precinct went up in flames.

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How Two Co-Workers, a Fake Bill and an Encounter Roiled a Nation

The episode began with a report of a $20 counterfeit bill. It ended in a fatal encounter with the police, which the authorities have described in detail for the first time.

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A Justice Dept. Skeptical of Police Abuse Cases Vows to Investigate Floyd Death

Critics pointed to the president’s and the attorney general’s full-throated support for the police and the department’s inaction on systemic policing issues.

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Congress Plans Hearings on Racial Violence and Use of Force by the Police

A top Democrat said the House would likely weigh a federal chokehold ban as leaders in the House and Senate announced hearings on race and policing.

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

In his first formal remarks on the death of a black Minneapolis man, Joseph Biden spoke in stark terms about the everyday indignities African-Americans still suffer.

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When Voters Discuss Coronavirus, They’re Really Talking About Trump

Even though most people don’t name the coronavirus as their top voting issue, President Trump’s response to the outbreak, and how it’s perceived, will probably swing the election.

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

In his first formal remarks on the death of a black Minneapolis man, Joseph Biden spoke in stark terms about the everyday indignities African-Americans still suffer.

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Over Veterans’ Protests, Trump Vetoes Measure to Block Student Loan Rules

President Trump sided with Education Secretary Betsy DeVos over veterans groups, vetoing a measure that would have blocked new regulations that tighten access to student loan forgiveness.

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Blaming China for Pandemic, Trump Says U.S. Will Leave the W.H.O.

America’s decades-long relationship with the organization has been instrumental in improving health around the world.

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Scientists Question Major Hydroxychloroquine Study

Experts demanded verification of data and methods used in a study of drugs to treat Covid-19. The study suggested the drugs might have increased deaths.

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'Hackers burned my hand with computer virus'

Student's computer overheated after it was hit with a "crypto-jacking" attack.

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Twitter hides Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'

For the first time, Twitter has hidden a tweet on the president's profile behind a warning.

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Infinix Hot 9 Pro, Infinix Hot 9 With MediaTek Helio P22 SoC Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Infinix Hot 9 and Infinix Hot 9 Pro phones come with almost identical specifications, apart from slight differences in the rear camera setup. The Infinix Hot 9 Pro has a 48-megapixel main camera at the back and supports Quad-LED flash.

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OnePlus 6T, OnePlus 6 Start Receiving OxygenOS 10.3.4 With 'Work-Life Balance' Feature, May 2020 Security Patch

OnePlus 6T and OnePlus 6 phones are receiving a new OxygenOS update with the May 2020 security patch. The official changelog shared by OnePlus reveals that OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T are getting OxygenOS 10.3.4 through an OTA update.

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Watch: Protesters Set Minneapolis Police Precinct On Fire

Demonstrations over the killing of George Floyd boiled over late Thursday night. Protests broke out after a video went viral this week showing Mr. Floyd, a black man, struggling to breathe as a white Minneapolis police officer pressed his knee against Mr. Floyd’s neck.

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7 People Shot at Louisville Protest Over the Death of Breonna Taylor

The protests in Kentucky were prompted by the shooting death of a black woman, who was killed when police entered her home in March.

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A Raspberry Pi robot with emotions and other tech news

BBC Click's Paul Carter looks at some of the best of the week's technology news stories.

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Thursday, May 28, 2020

Inclusion of Transgender Student Athletes Violates Title IX, Trump Administration Says

Three female high school students in Connecticut had challenged a scholastic sports policy that allows transgender athletes to compete against them in track.

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Moto G8 Power Lite to Go on Sale Today at 12 Noon via Flipkart: Price in India, Specifications

Moto G8 Power Lite by Motorola is set to go on sale in India today. The smartphone will be available for purchase through Flipkart at 12pm (noon).

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OnePlus 8 Special Limited Sale at 12pm Today: Price in India, Launch Offers, More

The OnePlus 8 special limited sale will begin at 12pm IST on Amazon India and OnePlus.in. Launch offers include Rs. 2,000 off for SBI EMI customers, additional Rs. 1,000 Amazon Pay cashback for pre-booked users, no-cost EMI option of up to 12 months from most major banks.

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Coronavirus Live: Global Updates

The Boston Marathon has been canceled for the first time. A French study found that 1 in 10 diabetic Covid-19 patients died within a week of hospitalization.

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Coronavirus and Fall 2020: How U.C. Merced Is Preparing to Reopen

Thursday: He has experience dealing with big disruptions. He’ll need it. Also: California sues the Trump administration — again.

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Infinix Hot 9, Infinix Hot 9 Pro Launching in India Today at 12 Noon: Expected Specifications

Infinix Hot 9 series, including the Infinix Hot 9 and the Infinix Hot 9 Pro, will launch in India today at 12pm (noon). The launch was previously teased by the company through its Twitter handle.

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Pompeo Releases Letter Clearing Him of Violating Law With Kansas Trips

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo also criticized Senator Robert Menendez, Democrat of New Jersey, who has opened an investigation into the firing of the State Department inspector general.

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National Guard Called as Minneapolis Erupts in Solidarity for George Floyd

Violence in the streets prompts officials to call in troops and vow a swift federal review of troubling videotaped arrest.

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Biden vs. Trump on Coronavirus Testing

While the president has left testing responsibilities to the states, his Democratic rival would harness the power of the federal government to drive testing down to the workplace.

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Explaining President Trump's Executive Order Targeting Social Media

The president wants to narrow legal protections for companies like Twitter after it began appending fact-check labels to his postings.

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American Priest Moves a Step Closer to Sainthood

Pope Francis has credited a miracle to the Rev. Michael J. McGivney, a Connecticut priest who died in the flu pandemic of 1889-90 at 38.

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Coronavirus Aid: Millions Can See Its End, and They’re Scared

Emergency programs have cushioned the shutdown’s impact on workers and businesses and lifted the economy, but may not outlast the coronavirus crisis.

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C.D.C. Suggests Big Changes to Offices: Temperature Checks and Desk Shields

If followed, the guidelines would transform the everyday experience of employees across the country, from executives to clerical workers.

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Why President Trump's Order on Social Media Could Harm Him

Without certain liability protections, companies like Twitter would have to be more aggressive about policing messages that press the boundaries — like the president’s.

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They Predicted ‘The Crisis of 2020’ … in 1991. So How Does This End?

Two scholars coined the term millennial and developed a fan base for their grim theories. Now, the surviving one sees a generational realignment happening in American politics that does not bode well for Republicans.

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Child grooming: Police record 10,000 social media offences

In just two-and-a-half years, police in England and Wales recorded 10,119 online grooming offences.

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The little lights now packing a deadly punch

LEDs already light our houses but developments are making them even more powerful.

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As a Federal Coronavirus Expert Frets, the Capital Moves to Reopen

Like many areas around the country, Washington and its suburbs are embracing positive momentum in data on infections to push ahead.

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How Do You Lead a State’s Coronavirus Response? Ask Her

Illinois’s health director, Dr. Ngozi Ezike, offers a glimpse into the round-the-clock, all-consuming effort of containing the coronavirus.

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OnePlus 7, OnePlus 7T Series Getting Dolby Atmos Support for Bullets Wireless Z With OxygenOS Update: Report

OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7T series of smartphones are reportedly receiving OxygenOS update that includes Dolby Atmos support for the new OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z earphones, along with other improvements.

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What to Expect from Today's Unemployment Numbers: Live Updates

The latest on stock market and business news during the coronavirus outbreak.

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MIUI 12 Beta Update Brings Partial Screenshot Feature to Xiaomi Phones: Report

Xiaomi is reportedly rolling out a new partial screenshot feature with the latest MIUI 12 beta version. MIUI 12, Xiaomi’s Android-based operating system, was first unveiled in April and since then, the company has rolled out the MIUI 12 closed beta update for several Xiaomi smartphones.

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Vivo X50 Pro, Vivo X50 Spotted on Retail Site Ahead of Launch, Specifications Tipped

The Vivo X50 and Vivo X50 Pro have been spotted on the retail site ahead of official launch. The Vivo X50 is seen sporting a hole-punch display with the cut out for the selfie camera placed on the top left corner of the screen.

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DeVos Plans to Force Public Schools Share Aid With Private Ones

Education Secretary Betsy DeVos says she will force public school superintendents to share coronavirus rescue funds with private schools, some of which are facing ruin.

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Samsung Galaxy M01, Samsung Galaxy M11 Price in India Tipped Ahead of Rumoured June Launch

c and Samsung Galaxy M11 are rumoured to launch in the first week of June. Ahead of that, pricing of the two upcoming Samsung Galaxy phones in the Indian market has leaked online.

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Executive Order Is Expected to Curtail Protections for Social Media Companies

The move is almost certain to face a court challenge and signals the latest salvo by President Trump to crack down on online platforms.

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Wednesday, May 27, 2020

OnePlus 8 Pro, OnePlus 8 Sale in India Postponed, Special Limited Sale Announced Instead

While a full-fledged sale for the OnePlus 8 Pro and OnePlus 8 will not be conducted tomorrow, there will be a special limited sale across online and offline channels for just the OnePlus 8 model.

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Coastguard plans to add drones to air fleet

The use of unmanned aerial vehicles will form part of a new search and rescue contract.

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G.E., Which Traces Its Roots to Thomas Edison, Sells Its Lighting Business

The transaction represented a symbolic closing to G.E.’s opening chapters in the second Industrial Revolution.

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Coronavirus Live: Updates From Around the World

Britain will implement a system of testing and contact tracing, but even that might not prevent another wave of infections. And in China, the pandemic has pinched long-struggling pro soccer clubs.

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Rep. Sam Johnson of Texas Dies at 89

Mr. Johnson was a military pilot who spent years as a prisoner of war in Vietnam before serving more than two decades representing a Dallas-area district in Congress.

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The Giant 'Murder Hornet' Resurfaces in British Columbia

The large invasive insect, sometimes known as the “murder hornet,” has reappeared in British Columbia, miles away from traps placed to contain it.

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UConn Student Wanted in 2 Homicides is Caught in Maryland

Mr. Manfredonia, 23, had been a fugitive since Friday, when the college senior fled Connecticut after a series of violent crimes, the authorities said.

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Trump to 'sign executive order about social media'

The latest dispute comes after Twitter added fact-check links to the president's tweets for the first time.

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‘We Loved Each Other’: Fauci Recalls Larry Kramer, Friend and Nemesis

In public, the activist berated the infectious disease expert for federal inaction on AIDS. But their affection lasted decades and changed the course of the epidemic.

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U.S. to Penalize Work at Iranian Facilities in Latest Blow to Nuclear Accord

International workers will no longer be able to keep a watchful eye on the nuclear programs, risking a layer of security that had sought to ensure Iran could not secretly violate a 2015 deal with world powers.

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Minneapolis Police, Long Accused of Racism, Face Wrath of Wounded City

Protesters called for justice after George Floyd died in the custody of a department that had received many excessive force complaints, especially by black residents.

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Live Coronavirus News Updates

Scientists are revising the timeline of how the virus spread. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos said she would direct public school districts to share federal aid with private schools.

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Video streaming: Lockdown sees fifth of UK homes sign deals

Britons turned to Disney+ in droves, data suggests, but Apple TV has struggled to engage viewers.

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Keeping fit in lockdown: Apps and sites which could help

Kate Russell looks at the online tools and guides helping motivate you to take exercise.

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Vivo Days Sale Kicks Off on Flipkart With Cashback Offers, No-Cost EMI Options

Vivo Days sale on Flipkart brings cashback and no-cost EMI options for Vivo Z1x, the new Vivo V19, Vivo S1 Pro, and more. The sale will go on till May 29.

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Apple to Reopen About 100 US Stores, Most With Curbside Pickup

Apple plans to reopen about 100 U.S. stores, mostly with curbside pickup but some with walk-in service, the company said on Tuesday. Apple shuttered stores worldwide as the novel coronavirus pandemic spread but has slowly opened them based on local health data.

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Moto G Fast With Triple Cameras and 2-Day Battery Life Leaked in Official Promo Video: Report

Moto G Fast seems to be the next smartphone in Motorola’s G series. The phone was reportedly leaked via a YouTube promo video on the official Motorola channel but the video was taken down. However, in the short time the video was up, it was noticed and captured by viewers.

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Tuesday, May 26, 2020

OnePlus Plans to Launch Affordable Smartphones in India Soon, Reveals CEO Pete Lau

OnePlus is planning to make a comeback to the affordable market segment by launching its budget smartphones, CEO Pete Lau revealed in a media interview.

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OnePlus Plans to Launch Affordable Smartphones in India Soon, Reveals CEO Pete Lau

OnePlus is planning to make a comeback to the affordable market segment by launching its budget smartphones, CEO Pete Lau revealed in a media interview.

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Redmi Note 9 Pro Max to Go on Sale Today at 12 Noon via Amazon and Mi.com: Price in India, Specifications

Redmi Note 9 Pro Max will once again go on sale in India via Amazon and Mi.com at 12pm noon. This will be the second time the phone goes on sale after facing delays caused by the coronavirus lockdowns. The Redmi Note 9 Pro Max was launched alongside the Redmi Note 9 Pro in March.

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OnePlus Announces Partnership With Epic Games; Fortnite Now Runs at 90FPS on OnePlus 8 Series

OnePlus has announced its partnership with developer Epic Games to bring an improved Fortnite gaming experience on OnePlus smartphones. As per the press release by the Chinese smartphone maker, the OnePlus 8 series will be the first to get 90FPS gameplay in Fortnite.

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Moto G Pro With Triple Rear Cameras, Integrated Stylus Launched: Price, Specifications

Moto G Pro has made its debut in Germany and the phone by the looks and specifications appears to be a rebranded version of Moto G Stylus.

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ARM Releases Cortex-X1 Microarchitecture for High-End Android Devices

ARM on Tuesday released new technology aimed at helping Android devices catch up to Apple’s iPhone models for certain computing tasks such as video games.

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Stocks Mixed as Politics Outweigh Recovery Hopes: Live Updates

The latest on stock market and business news during the coronavirus outbreak.

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Live Coronavirus Updates

El Salvador’s president says he takes hydroxychloroquine. China’s young workers are struggling to find jobs. Wuhan has tested 6.5 million residents for the virus in two weeks.

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What Time is the SpaceX Astronaut Launch? How to Watch

What you need to know about the mission taking two NASA astronauts to the space station on Wednesday.

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Michigan Governor Says Husband’s Request Was ‘Failed Attempt at Humor’

A business owner said Marc Mallory had pointed out that he was married to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer while asking if the company could move his boat sooner.

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Minneapolis Police Narrative Is Challenged in Bystander Video

The initial police account of George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis did not mention that an officer’s knee pinned him to the ground. “Please, I can’t breathe,” he said.

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Jimmy Fallon Apologizes for Blackface Skit

In a ‘Saturday Night Live’ sketch from 2000, Mr. Fallon appears in blackface while impersonating his fellow comedian Chris Rock.

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Will Twitter Draw a Line for Trump?

Kara Swisher says President Trump is an expert at gaming Twitter, but the company can still step in.

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Justice Dept. Ends Inquiries Into 3 Senators’ Stock Trades

Law enforcement officials told three senators that they would not be pursuing charges, but an investigation into trades by Senator Richard Burr of North Carolina appears to be proceeding.

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Hunger Program’s Slow Start Leaves Millions of Children Waiting

Child hunger is soaring, but two months after Congress approved billions to replace school meals, only 15 percent of eligible children had received benefits.

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Supreme Court Refuses to Stop Order to Move Inmates From Virus-Ravaged Prison

The court’s action left in place a court order requiring prison officials to move more than 800 older or medically vulnerable prisoners from a facility that has seen nine deaths from Covid-19.

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Twitter tags Trump tweet with fact-checking warning

This is the first time the social media giant has said President Trump's tweet could be misleading.

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Facebook shareholders try to block encryption plan

A groups of investors is concerned the social network could become a haven for child exploitation.

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Coronavirus: Apprentice star's ads banned over Covid-19 claims

Watchdog said Revival Shots had suggested its rehydration sachets could help treat the disease.

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Coronavirus: NHS app paves the way for 'immunity passports'

"Passports" showing individuals' health status could become the next front for fighting the pandemic.

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98,000 and Counting

And what else you need to know today.

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What the Coronavirus Revealed About Life in Red vs. Blue States

Beyond perception and ideology, there are starkly different realities for red and blue America right now.

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Redmi 10X, Redmi 10X Pro With 48-Megapixel Main Camera Launched: Price, Specifications

Redmi 10X 5G and Redmi 10X Pro 5G are official. Unveiled in China, the latest additions to Redmi’s smartphone portfolio run on MediaTek Dimensity 820 SoC and pack 4,520mAh battery. A Redmi 10X 4G model has also launched alongside, and this variant seems to be a rebranded version of the Redmi Note 9.

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Inside the Dizzying Effort to Pitch Trump to Black Voters

Joe Biden’s “you ain’t black” gaffe was immediate grist for an online show called “Black Voices for Trump.” But its cast of Trump advisers routinely ignores the president’s history of divisive remarks.

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As the U.S. Honors Memorial Day, Trump Threatens to Move Republican Convention

The president threatened to yank the Republican National Convention from Charlotte, N.C. Meatpacking plants are reopening, but data about how many workers are ill is elusive.

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Samsung Unveils Exynos 880 SoC With Integrated 5G Modem, AI Capabilities for Mid-Range Smartphones

Samsung has unveiled its new mobile processor, the Exynos 880 SoC featuring integrated 5G modem and AI capabilities. The Exynos 880 SoC also works with diverse major networks from 2G to 4G and offers an LTE download speed of up to 1Gbps.

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Samsung Galaxy M01, Samsung Galaxy M11 to Launch in India in First Week of June: Report

Samsung Galaxy M01 and Galaxy M11 are reportedly coming to the Indian market in the first week of June. The phones are expected to be priced under Rs. 10,000.

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Motorola Razr Second-Generation Foldable Phone Specifications Leaked, India Launch Tipped

The next-gen Motorola Razr is tipped to see a camera upgrade to Samsung’s 48-megapixel ISOCELL GM1 sensor at the back and a 20-megapixel selfie camera in the front.

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Campaigning in a Crisis: Obama, McCain, Trump and Biden

Barack Obama and John McCain were rocked by a national emergency during the 2008 campaign, and their responses decided the race, aides say. There are lessons for Joseph R. Biden Jr. and President Trump.

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The Price of a Virus Lockdown: Economic ‘Free Fall’ in California

California’s strengths — as a hub for commerce, tourism and education in the Pacific Rim — have become liabilities in the pandemic.

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Covid-19 brings remote medicine revolution to the UK

Doctors are finding new ways of working including reviewing patients' scans and X-rays at home.

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Monday, May 25, 2020

Vivo Y70s With 5G Support, Exynos 880 SoC Launched: Price, Specifications

Vivo Y70s has been launched in China as the first smartphone to be powered by the new Samsung Exynos 880 SoC.

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iQoo 3 Transformers Limited Edition With Transformers Logo, Gold Accents Launched: Price and Specifications

iQoo 3 Transformers Limited Edition has been launched in China with some design changes over the vanilla iQoo 3. The Transformers Limited Edition is up for pre-sale and comes in a single RAM and storage configuration.

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Oppo Reno 4, Oppo Reno 4 Pro Spotted on TENAA With Images and Detailed Specifications

The Oppo Reno 4 and Oppo Reno 4 Pro phones are listed to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G SoC and have a triple rear camera setup at the back.

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Drone to deliver masks to Scottish island

During a two-week trial, the unmanned aircraft will deliver supplies to the Isle of Mull.

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Samsung Galaxy A50 Starts Receiving Android 10 Update With OneUI 2 in India Again: Report

Samsung Galaxy A50 users in India have reportedly started receiving Android 10 update with March 2020 security patch and OneUI 2. Notably, Samsung originally started pushing out the Android 10 update to Galaxy A50 users back in March.

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Stock Markets Jump on Recovery Hopes: Live Updates

The latest on stock market and business news during the coronavirus outbreak.

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Live Coronavirus News Updates and Analysis

A key adviser to Prime Minister Boris Johnson created a furor after traveling in violation of the government’s rules. And the W.H.O. halted trials of hydroxychloroquine, citing safety concerns.

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Redmi Note 9 Pro to Go on Sale Today at 12 Noon via Amazon, Mi.com: Price and Specifications

Redmi Note 9 Pro will go on sale today at 12pm noon. It comes in 4GB + 64GB and 6GB + 128GB variants. The 4GB RAM variant is priced at Rs. 13,999 while the 6GB RAM variant is priced at Rs. 16,999. It is available in three colour options namely, Aurora Blue, Glacier White, and Interstellar Black. Customers will be able to purchase the Redmi Note 9 P...

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Realme X3 SuperZoom Launch Today: How to Watch Livestream, Expected Specifications

Realme X3 SuperZoom is set to launch today. The Chinese company is hosting a livestream to announce the launch of the new smartphone in Europe.

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'Aggressive' Rats May Increase During Pandemic, C.D.C. Says

“They’re simply turning on each other” after being deprived of food and waste generated by restaurants that have closed during the pandemic, an expert said.

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Huawei: What would happen if the UK ditched the Chinese firm?

Officials are taking another look into Huawei, but the Chinese firm warns against a 5G ban.

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Find out which masks off the most protection and why

You may have heard the term N95 but what does it mean and why are some masks rated higher than others?

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BSNL Introduces Plan Voucher 699 With 0.5GB High Speed Data, 180 Day Validity; Reduces Validity for STV-188 Plan

BSNL has added a new plan to its list that it’s calling PV-699. This plan includes 0.5GB per day of high speed data and 180 day validity as a promotional offer.

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As Trump Pushes for Reopenings, Congregations Choose Safety Over Haste

Houses of worship are balancing the desire to reopen and worship together against the health consequences of moving too fast.

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Formula E driver disqualified for gamer swap-in

Formula E driver Daniel Abt is disqualified and ordered to pay £8,900 to charity for getting a professional gamer to compete under his name in an official esports race.

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Foldable Glass in Smartphones: Inevitable Future or a Passing Fad?

Foldable phones have been out for a year or so but it was only this year, we actually saw the first foldable glass panel in such a phone. So, is this the future of smartphones or just a passing fad? We try to find the answer.

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Realme 10000mAh Power Bank 2 With 18W Two-Way Quick Charging Launched in India

Realme 10000mAh Power Bank 2 has been launched by the company during its online event, along with the Realme Smart TV, Realme Watch, and the Realme Buds Air Neo.

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Hackers Publish iOS Jailbreak That Supports Almost All iPhones

Popular iPhone hacker has released a new tool that claims to jailbreak all versions of iOS from iOS 11 to iOS 13.5.

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For African-Americans in Uniform, It’s Duty, Honor, Country. But Don’t Expect to Lead.

Seventy-five years after integration, the military’s upper echelons remain the domain of white men.

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As Passengers Disappeared, Airlines Filled Planes With Cargo

To make up for lost revenue during the pandemic, Lufthansa, Virgin Atlantic and other airlines are hauling more cargo on aircraft, including where passengers used to sit.

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Coronavirus: How Chinese rivals are trying to take Zoom's crown

The coronavirus lockdown has fuelled the market for teleconferencing technology apps.

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Could coronavirus kickstart more accessible tech?

Video calling has risen during the pandemic but for some disabled people it also brought challenges.

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Sunday, May 24, 2020

Huawei Enjoy Z 5G With 48-Megapixel Triple Cameras Launched: Price, Specifications

Huawei Enjoy Z 5G is priced in China at CNY 1,699 for the 6GB RAM + 64GB storage option, CNY 1,899 for the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage option and CNY 2,199 for the 8GB RAM + 128gB storage option.

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Oppo Reno 4 Series With 5G Support Confirmed, Photos Tease Triple Rear Cameras and Colour Options

Oppo Reno 4 and Reno 4 Pro phones with 5G connectivity support and triple rear cameras have been revealed by Oppo on Weibo. A tipster on Weibo has claimed that the Oppo Reno 4 series will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G SoC and will pack 4,000mAh battery with 65W fast charging support.

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Realme X3 SuperZoom Will Feature 120Hz Display, Snapdragon 855+ SoC; Design Revealed

Realme X3 SuperZoom will come with a 120Hz display and the Snapdragon 855+ SoC as per the company’s European Twitter account. It will be unveiled alongside a smart band and truly wireless (TWS) earphones on May 26.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Plus High-Res Renders Leak Online Showing Curved Edge Display

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Plus renders have been leaked online showing off the design of the phone from all angles. The phone is tipped to be larger than the Galaxy Note 20.

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Samsung Galaxy A31 India Launch Reportedly Set for the First Week of June, Pricing Details Surface

Samsung Galaxy A31 is said to launch in India in the first week of June. The Samsung phone was unveiled globally in March.

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What Happens if a Hurricane Hits During the Pandemic?

Florida is trying to figure out the daunting prospect of asking residents to evacuate for their safety during a storm after asking them to stay at home for the coronavirus.

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U.S. Bans Flights From Brazil, Where Pandemic Is Raging

Brazil’s leader, a coronavirus skeptic, has mocked public health measures. Now, with deaths skyrocketing, his ally President Trump has closed the door.

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He Died at War. The Pandemic Gave Me Time to Grieve.

My partner, Diego Pongo, was killed in Iraq in March. More than two months later, the pandemic has paused everything, including his funeral.

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Trump Sows Doubt on Voting. It Keeps Some People Up at Night.

A group of worst-case scenario planners — mostly Democrats, but also some anti-Trump Republicans — have been gaming out how to respond to various doomsday options for the 2020 presidential election.

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Florida Law Restricting Felon Voting Is Unconstitutional, Judge Rules

A federal judge said the law would result in discrimination against felons who cannot afford to pay court fines and fees.

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How Coronavirus lockdown made a 'Zoom boom' generation

Digital transformation has advanced two years in just two months, says Microsoft.

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The surfing simulator that sank without trace

How a maverick scientist held the first esports championships in 1985 with his revolutionary surfing game but could not make his innovative ideas a commercial success.

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Coronavirus: How do we record history in the internet age?

People's coronavirus experiences in Wales are being documented, using WhatsApp and Facebook messages.

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Fresh UK review into Huawei role in 5G networks

The National Cyber Security Centre involvement follows new US sanctions on Chinese telecoms giant.

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Hana Kimura, Japanese Wrestler and Star of Netflix Series, Dies at 22

She was featured on the reality series “Terrace House: Tokyo.’’

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'Out' by Pixar Features Studio’s First Gay Main Character

The animated film follows a gay man’s journey into acceptance as he prepares to move into a city with his boyfriend.

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Trump Promotes Posts From Racist and Sexist Twitter Feed

On a somber Memorial Day weekend, the president did not mention the mounting coronavirus toll and instead retweeted personal attacks on his political rivals.

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June Willenz, Champion of Women in the Military, Dies at 95

She didn’t serve in the military herself. But she saw the armed services denying equal benefits to female veterans, and she crusaded to make a difference.

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The Fall of Autumn: Live Performance Producers Are Giving Up on 2020

Uncertainty about the coronavirus and the challenge of protecting audiences and artists is prompting many prominent presenters to wait till next year.

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Together, Alone: The Car as Shelter in the Pandemic

The fears of infection from the coronavirus have created a new role in society for the automobile, where birthdays, weddings and other events are being celebrated.

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Coronavirus: Could these social distancing hacks make it to market?

People around the world are inventing their own gadgets and designs to adhere to social distancing.

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They Survived the Worst Battles of World War II. And Died of the Virus.

Inside the Holyoke Soldiers’ Home was a man who had served as a jailer to Hitler’s top aide. A man who had rescued Japanese kamikaze pilots from the sea. A man who carried memories of a concentration camp.

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After 17 Years Underground, Cicadas Stage a 2020 Southern Invasion

The big and noisy insects have started to emerge and are looking to mate in Virginia, West Virginia and North Carolina.

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Live Coronavirus News: World Updates

U.S. governors and Trump advisers will appear on the Sunday talk shows, as states move to reopen and the national death toll approaches 100,000.

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Coronavirus Briefing: What Happened Today

The pandemic doesn’t have to spoil your holiday plans, as long as you take some precautions.

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Firing a Salvo in Culture Wars, Trump Pushes for Churches to Reopen

President Trump threatened to overrule states that refuse to open places of worship. The White House could not explain how he has that power, and legal experts said he did not have such authority.

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Saturday, May 23, 2020

Kayleigh McEnany Displays One of Trump's Checks in a Little Too Much Detail

The $100,000 check was made out to a government agency. This time his account and routing numbers were clearly visible.

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Elizabeth Warren to Hold Big-Dollar Fund-Raiser for Joe Biden

Ms. Warren, in the mix for the Democratic vice-presidential nomination, had made opposition to fund-raising events with big donors a central part of her own presidential bid.

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Coronavirus Live Updates: As U.S. Nears 100,000 Deaths, Trump Disputes the Toll

Some are calling for an end to the weekly applause for health care workers in Britain. And Brazil overtakes Russia in the number of confirmed virus cases.

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Will the Coronavirus Kill What’s Left of Americans’ Faith in Washington?

In 2019, just 17 percent of Americans said they trusted the federal government to do the right thing. The pandemic appears to be eroding their faith even more.

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Why Is the SAT Falling Out of Favor?

The University of California will no longer use SAT and ACT scores in admissions decisions. Critics say the tests put less wealthy students at a disadvantage.

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What a Week’s Disasters Tell Us About Climate and the Pandemic

Extreme weather presents an even bigger threat when economies are crashing and ordinary people are stretched to their limits.

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Biden’s ‘Breakfast Club’ Controversy Shows What His Rivals Already Knew

The syndicated radio show with Charlamagne Tha God, Angela Yee and DJ Envy has serious political power.

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Investigators Say One Man Shot Ahmaud Arbery. Why Are Three Charged With Murder?

The authorities said Travis McMichael fired the fatal shots, yet his father and a neighbor also are charged with murder in connection with Mr. Arbery’s death.

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Coronavirus and CDC: Test Counting Error Leaves Epidemiologists ‘Really Baffled’

The Centers for Disease Control has been lumping together tests for active coronavirus with tests for recovered patients, boosting testing totals but muddying the pandemic’s course.

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Trump Suggests Virus Death Count Is Inflated. Most Experts Doubt It

Senior White House and health officials have sought new ways to find the extent of infections and deaths, questioning whether official counts are inflating the toll of the virus.

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Motorola One Fusion+ Spotted on YouTube Device Report, Specifications Tipped

Motorola One Fusion+, a rumoured upcoming Motorola smartphone – has surfaced on YouTube Device Report webpage ahead of launch, in turn suggesting key specifications of the smartphone.

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Motorola One Fusion+ Spotted on YouTube Device Report, Specifications Tipped

Motorola One Fusion+, a rumoured upcoming Motorola smartphone – has surfaced on YouTube Device Report webpage ahead of launch, in turn suggesting key specifications of the smartphone.

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Infinix Hot 9 Series to Launch in India on May 29, Two Phones Expected

Infinix Hot 9 series will make its India debut on May 29, e-retailer Flipkart has revealed. The e-retailer hasn’t shared any features or specifications of the upcoming phones, but it seems to have given a glimpse of the Infinix Hot 9 Pro phone.

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Friday, May 22, 2020

Coronavirus Global News Tracker: Live Updates

President Trump ordered U.S. states to open houses of worship. A teenage girl crossed India — on a $20 bike — to get her father home safe amid the pandemic.

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Wikipedia sets new rule to combat “toxic behaviour”

Female and LGBTQ editors of the online encyclopaedia have complained of harassment.

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Hertz, Car Rental Pioneer, Files for Bankruptcy Protection

The company, which had amassed a large debt, has been devastated by the sharp drop in travel during the pandemic.

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Airlines Given Tentative OK to Halt Service at Dozens of U.S. Cities

The destinations are mostly in secondary markets that have had little demand for flights or could be served by nearby airports, airlines said.

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Prosecutors to Drop Charges Against Boyfriend of Breonna Taylor

The announcement came one day after the Federal Bureau of Investigation said it had opened an investigation into the fatal shooting of Ms. Taylor by three police officers in Louisville, Ky.

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Uncertain Results in Study of Convalescent Serum for Covid-19

Do antibodies from patients who have recovered actually help those struggling with the disease? It’s not certain, a study finds.

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White House Worries About Kelly Loeffler’s Senate Prospects in Georgia

President Trump, concerned about his own outlook in the state, plans to stay on the sideline in a race where he favored a different choice for senator.

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CDC Says Coronavirus Does Not Spread Easily on Surfaces

If you’re worried about wiping down grocery bags or disinfecting mailed packages, this C.D.C. guidance might bring some relief. It’s not new information; the agency has been saying this for months.

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He Says Trumps Cost Him $2 Million, but Hotelier Now Cheers Federal Assist

Plans to launch a brand of Trump hotels in Mississippi fizzled when the president’s family business walked away. Now a former partner has received coronavirus relief loans as he completes the project.

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Lori Loughlin Pleads Guilty via Zoom in College Admissions Case

As part of an agreement with prosecutors, Ms. Loughlin, the Hollywood actress, is expected to receive a two-month prison sentence.

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Coronavirus News: Live Updates and Analysis

Religious institutions are operating under a patchwork of restrictions. The president has suggested the official death toll is inflated, but experts say the opposite is likely.

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Live Coronavirus Updates: World Deaths and Cases

Immunizations are falling because of pandemic disruptions, raising fears of surges in preventable disease. Lockdowns complicate the Muslim holiday Eid. China’s National People’s Congress offers a show of strength.

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Wilson Jerman, Longtime White House Butler, Dies at 91

Mr. Jerman started working as a cleaner for President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1957 and retired in 2012 as an elevator operator for President Barack Obama.

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Son 'kills father' during Zoom video chat in New York state

Several chat participants witness the stabbing of a Long Island man by his son, police say.

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Drones help to plant seedpods and other tech news

BBC Click's Marc Cieslak looks at some of the best technology news stories.

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Motorola Razr Second Generation Foldable Leaked, Launch Expected in September

A second generation Motorola Razr foldable phone may have been leaked by South Africa general manager of Lenovo – which is the parent company of Motorola – Thibault Dousson. It may launch in September this year.

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Samsung Galaxy M51, Galaxy M31s With 64-Megapixel Main Camera Tipped to Launch in India in June

Galaxy M51 and Samsung Galaxy M31s will reportedly come with a 64-megapixel main camera and the phones are speculated to launch in June. The phones will also likely feature an in-display fingerprint sensor, as per the report.

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Trump’s Inaccurate Claims on Hydroxychloroquine

The president falsely described scientific research around the malaria drug, falsely denied the existence of a federal warning against it and argued, with no evidence, that large numbers of health care workers were taking it.

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Amazon trials online food delivery in India

The firm has started working with restaurants to deliver meals in parts of Bengaluru.

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Poco M2 Pro Spotted in Bluetooth SIG, WiFi Alliance Listing, Dual Band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5 Tipped

Poco M2 Pro has been spotted on Bluetooth SIG and WiFi Alliance listings showing Bluetooth 5.0 support and dual-band Wi-Fi.

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Mi 10 5G Review

The Mi 10 5G is the first proper flagship we’ve seen from Xiaomi in India in many years. But with the company’s reputation of being the “budget king,” will there be any takers for a Xiaomi phone that costs Rs. 50,000? Here’s our full review.

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Thursday, May 21, 2020

Redmi 10X Teased to Feature AMOLED Display, Offer 30x Zoom Support and 5G on Both SIM Cards

Xiaomi's Redmi brand has revealed that the Redmi 10X will support 5G on both SIM cards. Redmi 10X is said to feature an AMOLED display. Redmi 10X will support 30x zoom and optical image stabilisation (OIS).

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Hong Kong Stocks Tumble on China Crackdown Worries: Live Business Updates

Live Stock Market News During the Coronavirus Pandemic

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Apple Questioned by Irish Regulator Over Siri Audio Recordings

Ireland's Data Protection Commissioner (DPC), Apple's main regulator in the European Union, on Thursday said it was in contact with the company after a whistleblower called for action over a programme that listens to users' recordings.

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Coronavirus World Updates

Amid the pomp and propaganda in Beijing, the virus is weighing on President Xi Jinping’s efforts to restart the Chinese economy and show the world that his government has tamed the epidemic.

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As Tara Reade’s Expert Witness Credentials Are Questioned, So Are Verdicts

Defense lawyers are reviewing cases in which Ms. Reade, the former Senate aide who has accused Joe Biden of sexual assault, gave expert testimony on domestic violence.

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Realme Narzo 10A to Go on Sale Today at 12 Noon via Flipkart, Realme Site: Price in India, Offers

Realme Narzo 10A price is set at Rs. 8,499 for the sole, 3GB RAM + 32GB storage variant. The phone will be available through Flipkart and Realme website.

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I’ve Been Sounding Taps Since My Ship Was Attacked in 1945

I played Taps for my fallen brothers-in-arms after a kamikaze pilot attacked our ship during World War II. I now play it every year on Memorial Day.

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As Trump Rails Against Voting by Mail, States Open the Door for It

Despite the president’s opposition, states are increasingly reducing barriers to what many see as the safest way to vote amid the pandemic.

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Live Coronavirus News

Flags were ordered lowered for Memorial Day weekend in memory of those who died from the virus. Facebook says employees can work from home permanently.

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Supreme Court Won’t Block Surgery for Transgender Inmate

The prisoner, Adree Edmo, said Idaho’s failure to provide the procedure violated the Eighth Amendment’s ban on cruel and unusual punishment.

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Your Advice for the Class of 2020

We asked On Politics readers — alumni and new graduates — for guidance on navigating our politics.

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Prominent Scientists Denounce End to Coronavirus Grant

A group of 77 Nobel laureates wants the U.S. government to review a grant cancellation for research in China directly related to preventing pandemics.

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Pompeo Quietly Visits Conservative Donors and Political Figures on Official Trips

The meetings, often kept off his public schedule, have taken place as Mike Pompeo nurtures plans for a presidential bid in 2024 and as he considered a run for the Senate from Kansas.

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Third Man Charged With Murder in Ahmaud Arbery’s Death

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation arrested the man who filmed the fatal encounter in a South Georgia neighborhood.

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Wednesday, May 20, 2020

Zuckerberg: Facebook in 'arms race' against electoral interference

Facebook's founder Mark Zuckerberg told the BBC it has "learned lessons" from political scandals.

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Zuckerberg: Facebook to 'take down' coronavirus misinformation

Mark Zuckerberg explains how the social network is responding to the Covid-19 crisis.

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More Bad News Expected in Unemployment Numbers: Live Business Updates

Live Stock Market News During the Coronavirus Pandemic

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Coronavirus World Updates

President Xi Jinping of China hopes to rally national pride at a once-a-year legislative meeting. Mexico has acknowledged a vast discrepancy in its coronavirus death toll.

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Honor 9X Pro to Go Sale Today via Flipkart at 12 Noon: Price in India, Offers, Specifications

Honor 9X Pro, launched in India earlier this month, will go on sale for the first time today, starting 12pm (noon). The phone will be sold via Flipkart in a special Early Access Sale that will go on for 24 hours, and will end on May 22 at 11:59am.

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Zack Snyder's Justice League re-cut headed for HBO Max

The announcement comes a week ahead of the launch of the new HBO streaming service.

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UK interest in online casinos at 'all-time high' in lockdown

Lockdown measures may prove a "recipe for disaster", problem gamblers tell the BBC.

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iOS 13.5, iPadOS 13.5 Released With Faster Way to Unlock Face ID-Supporting Devices While Wearing a Mask

The iOS 13.5 and iPadOS 13.5 updates simplify the unlock process specifically for devices with Face ID to help users wearing masks. There is also the Exposure Notification API developed by Apple and Google to let public authorities develop COVID-19 contact tracing apps.

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Apple, Google Release Early Version of Their Contact Tracing Tech, Say 23 Countries Show Interest

Authorities in 23 countries across five continents have sought access to contact tracing technology from Apple and Alphabet’s Google, the companies announced on Wednesday as they released the initial version of their system.

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Moto G8 Power Lite Launching in India Today at 12 Noon: Specifications

Moto G8 Power Lite will launch in India today, May 21, at 12pm (noon), when the pricing and availability details of the phone will be revealed. Motorola isn’t hosting a launch event for the phone.

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Trump’s Vaccine Chief Has Vast Ties to Drug Industry, Posing Possible Conflicts

Moncef Slaoui, a former pharmaceutical executive, is now overseeing the U.S. initiative to development coronavirus treatments and vaccines. His financial interests and corporate roles have come under scrutiny.

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All 50 States Are Now Reopening. But at What Cost?

Governors face intensifying pressure to reopen their economies, but experts warn it could mean thousands of new deaths.

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G.O.P. Voters Back QAnon Conspiracy Promoter for U.S. Senate

Jo Rae Perkins won her primary campaign in Oregon as the QAnon conspiracy theory has continued to gain momentum in Republican circles.

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G.O.P. Voters Back QAnon Conspiracy Promoter for U.S. Senate

Jo Rae Perkins won her primary campaign in Oregon as the QAnon conspiracy theory has continued to gain momentum in Republican circles.

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All 50 States Are Now Reopening. But at What Cost?

Governors face intensifying pressure to reopen their economies, but experts warn it could mean thousands of new deaths.

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‘Where Are They?’: Biden Criticizes G.O.P. Over Trump’s Firing of Inspectors General

At a virtual round table discussion, the former vice president said that defending the independent watchdogs “used to be a hobbyhorse for Republican senators.”

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What Does It Mean to You That Pride Is Called Off?

With Pride canceled or postponed this year because of the coronavirus, many in the L.G.B.T.Q. community are missing out on an important moment of visibility and acceptance. We want to hear from them.

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How Women are Getting Squeezed by the Pandemic

The virus has exposed gender fault lines in myriad ways. Nahla Valji, senior gender adviser at the UN, unpacks them.

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Coronavirus: Tinder boss says 'dramatic' changes to dating

Elie Seidman discusses the impact of coronavirus and how his dating app will react.

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As Virus Lingers in Michigan, a New Crisis Arrives: Flooding

Thousands of residents of Midland, Mich., fled their homes as waters rose, trying to keep at a safe social distance even in shelters.

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Pete Buttigieg Just Wants to Be Useful

The former presidential candidate’s new political action committee is supporting some Democrats you’ve probably never heard of.

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Body of Former Pro Wrestler Shad Gaspard Found on Beach

Shad Gaspard, 39, was caught in a rip current with his 10-year-old son, Aryeh. His last words were “just secure my son, rescue my son,” the authorities said.

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Francis Kennedy, War Hero and Restless Inventor, Dies at 95

After the violence in Korea, Mr. Kennedy sought to give something back to the world with his inventions. He succumbed to the novel coronavirus.

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W.H.O. Members Reject Trump’s Demands but Agree to Study Its Virus Response

The outcome left the United States isolated as officials from China, Russia and the European Union chided Mr. Trump over his heated threats.

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MIUI 12: Top 6 Features Coming to the Custom Android ROM in June

MIUI 12 brings a host of new features and visual changes. It will start rolling out from June for a limited number of phones and then be pushed to a larger number of phones on a model by model basis.

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Cambridge University: All lectures to be online-only until summer of 2021

There will be no face-to-face lectures in the next academic year due to coronavirus, the university says.

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Redmi 10X Listed for Pre-Bookings Ahead of May 26 Launch

Redmi 10X phone has made its way to a Chinese e-retailer ahead of its launch on May 26. The smartphone by the Xiaomi sub-brand is up for pre-bookings via the website. According to the listed information, the phone is being offered in Standard Edition (translated) and Pioneer Edition (translated).

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LG Stylo 6 Launched With 6.8-Inch FHD+ Display, Stylus Pen: Price, Specifications

LG Stylo 6, a budget segment smartphone, was unveiled by the company on Tuesday. The phone looks identical to the render of the phone that had leaked last week. It is a successor of Stylo 5 that was launched in July last year.

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Tuesday, May 19, 2020

Man makes money buying his own pizza on DoorDash app

The owner of a pizza restaurant discovered the app was selling his food cheaper than he was but still paying him full price.

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Coronavirus: Serco apologises for sharing contact tracers' email addresses

Outsourcing giant Serco has apologised for the data breach, which affects almost 300 people.

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Canada Facebook fines $6.5m over 'false' privacy claims

Canada's Competition Bureau said the tech firm improperly shared users' data with third parties.

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BND: Court curbs German spy agency's bugging abroad

The BND intelligence agency is told to limit its monitoring of foreigners' data overseas.

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Poor video calling? Tech advice to fix it

Kate Russell explains the steps which could improve your wi-fi connection.

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MIUI 12 Global Rollout Starts in June: Mi 9 Series, Redmi K20 Series Among First Phones to Get It

Xiaomi on Tuesday unveiled the global version of MIUI 12, the latest iteration of the company's Android-based operating system.

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Realme X3 SuperZoom Launching in Europe on May 26: All Details

Realme X3 SuperZoom will officially launch on May 26 in Europe, the company’s European Twitter account announced. The phone will be showcased as a part of a digital event that will be streamed on Realme’s social media channels as well as on the company website.

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Asian Markets Mixed on Coronavirus News: Live Updates

Live Stock Market News During the Coronavirus Pandemic

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Coronavirus World Updates

The W.H.O. agreed to investigate the world’s pandemic response. Cambridge University became the first in Britain to move all lectures online for the entire upcoming academic year.

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What Are California's Phases for Reopening? The Latest Updates

Here’s what you need to know about the state’s plan to reopen for business during the coronavirus pandemic.

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2 Dams Are Breached in Michigan, Forcing Thousands to Evacuate

The failure of the dams was expected to bring record-setting flooding, with response complicated by the coronavirus.

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Abbas Declares Palestinians’ West Bank Security Commitments Null and Void

The Palestinian leader has made such assertions before, but this may not be a mere threat. The agreements have protected Israelis and preserved the Palestinian Authority’s political hold over the West Bank.

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Annie Glenn, Champion of Those With Speech Disorders, Dies at 100

Being an astronaut’s wife thrust her into the spotlight, but a stutter left her struggling for words until she found help.

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iPhone SE (2020) Goes on Sale in India Today at 12 Noon via Flipkart: Price, Offers, Specifications

iPhone SE (2020), Apple’s latest smartphone, is going on sale in India today at 12pm (noon). Buyers will be able to place their orders online on Flipkart for the phone at a starting price of Rs. 42,500.

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New Conspiracy Theory, Familiar Path

President Trump’s baseless “Obamagate” charge illustrates how disinformation bubbles from the internet.

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Roe v. Wade Plaintiff Was Paid to Switch Sides, Documentary Says

Before dying in 2017, Norma McCorvey said she had supported anti-abortion groups only for the money.

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California Reopening During Coronavirus Pandemic: Gov. Newsom's Plans for Counties

Tuesday: Gov. Gavin Newsom laid out new criteria for counties that hope to reopen faster than the state. There was good news for sports lovers.

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On Politics: Hopeful Virus News (This Is Not a Drill)

Vaccine testing progresses, and Trump makes an admission: This is your morning tip sheet.

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OxygenOS by OnePlus to Get Dark Mode Toggle in Quick Settings, Improved Multitasking

OxygenOS by OnePlus will soon have Dark Mode toggle to switch to enable Dark Mode, the company confirmed through a forum post. The feature was lacking on OxygenOS even though it is there on stock Android 10.

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If Life Is a Movie, It’s Called ‘Closed Until Further Notice’

The coronavirus has plunged America into uncertainty, leaving towns across the country struggling to find their moorings.

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When Cadaver Dogs Pick Up a Scent, Archaeologists Find Where to Dig

Recent research highlights the power of the canine nose to uncover buried remains from ancient human history.

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Motorola Edge+ With Curved 90Hz Display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Motorola Edge+ has been launched in India less than a month after its global debut in Europe and the US. The phone comes with a 108-megapixel primary camera and is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC.

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Monday, May 18, 2020

Huawei Y8p With Triple Rear Cameras, 4,000mAh Battery Launched: Price, Specifications

Huawei Y8p seems to be a rebranded version of the Huawei Enjoy 10s launched in China last year.

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Realme X3 SuperZoom Images Leaked, Specifications Tipped Ahead of Launch

Realme X3 SuperZoom images and specifications have been reportedly leaked by a known tipster showing Snapdragon 855+ SoC, 12GB RAM, and quad rear camera setup.

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Huawei Y9s Goes on Sale in India via Amazon: Price in India, Offers, Specifications

Huawei Y9s smartphone is now available to purchase in India, nearly a week after the phone made its debut in the country. Starting today, the Huawei Y9s is up for grabs via Amazon.

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From 'how to' to hair dye: our lockdown web searches

New trends in search engine queries are emerging as people seek new skills and home school help.

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Elon Musk: Tesla raises cost of 'self-driving' cars

Elon Musk hikes the price of Tesla's "self-driving" option by $1,000 and says it will continue to rise.

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Coronavirus: Uber announces drastic cuts to secure its future

Uber announces drastic action to scale back its business as its losses balloon amid pandemic lockdowns.

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How disabled people are problem-solving in the pandemic

As people adapt to self-isolation, one community is helping itself find solutions to very particular challenges.

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Asian Markets Follow Wall Street’s Rise: Live Business Updates

Live Stock Market News During the Coronavirus Pandemic

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Coronavirus World Updates

The German decision broke with decades of opposition to collective European debt. And President Trump threatened to pull funding from the World Health Organization over a feud with China.

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University of Kentucky Cheerleading Coaches Are Fired Amid Hazing Scandal

A three-month investigation also found alcohol use and public nudity by students on the team, the university said.

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Michael Jordan’s Game-Worn Sneakers Sell for $560,000

A pair of Air Jordan 1s from 1985, signed by the NBA legend, broke an auction record on Sunday.

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Isolated Key West Will Reopen. For Some People, It Will Be Too Late.

The archipelago has been accessible since late March mainly to those who live or work there, keeping the number of Covid-19 cases low. But what happens now?

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Motorola Edge+ Launching in India Today: Expected Price, Specifications, More

Motorola Edge+ is all set to launch in India today. The phone is teased to be exclusively available on Flipkart. It comes with a 90Hz curved OLED display and multiple cameras at the back with a 108-megapixel main sensor.

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Disney's head of streaming to become CEO of TikTok

Kevin Mayer will be in charge of the global development of the short-form video platform.

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California Offers $500 in Covid-19 Aid to Undocumented Immigrants

A barrage of calls to sign up for the $75 million in aid crashed phone lines. Undocumented immigrants do not qualify for most federal assistance.

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Ahmaud Arbery Shooting: Man Who Took Video of Killing Faces Calls for Arrest

The man who recorded the fatal encounter is under investigation for his potential involvement in the pursuit of Ahmaud Arbery.

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Vaccinations Fall to Alarming Rates, C.D.C. Study Shows

In Michigan, fewer than half of infants 5 months or younger are up to date on their vaccinations, which may allow for outbreaks in diseases like measles.

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Jailed Saudis Seek Influence in Washington to Counter Crown Prince

Some are hiring lobbyists with links to the Trump administration, looking to build support at a time when the de facto Saudi ruler is beset by economic problems and criticism over human rights violations.

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Testing for Covid-19 in California: Why the State Is Lagging

Monday: California has lagged in Covid-19 testing.

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MediaTek Announces Octa-Core Dimensity 820 5G Chipset Optimised for Premium User Experiences

MediaTek Dimensity 820 chipset is the newest addition to the 5G compatible chipsets from the company.

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Freed by Court Ruling, Republicans Step Up Effort to Patrol Voting

Officials seek to recruit 50,000 poll watchers and spend millions to fight voter fraud. Democrats say the real goal is to stop them from voting.

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Realme X50 Pro Player Edition Teased to Pack Snapdragon 865 SoC, Key Specifications and Price Tipped

Realme X50 Pro Player Edition was confirmed to be launched on May 25 by Realme last week. Now ahead of its launch, the company has revealed that the upcoming Realme phone will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC and will pack LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage.

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Realme Narzo 10A First Impressions

The Realme Narzo 10A is touted as a stylish and powerful low-cost phone, but it's nearly identical to theRealme C3. Should you spend a little more for this newer model?

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Passed By for Decades, Clarence Thomas Is a New Symbol of the Trump Era

He isn’t yet the pop culture star that Ruth Bader Ginsburg — “Notorious R.B.G.” to many — is. But his fans think he could be.

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Oppo Suspends Operations at Greater Noida Plant After 6 Workers Test COVID-19 Positive

Operations were suspended at the Oppo mobile company factory in Greater Noida after six of its employees tested positive for coronavirus, company officials said on Monday.

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Moto G8 Power Lite to Launch in India on May 21, Flipkart Teaser Page Reveals

Moto G8 Power Lite will launch in India on May 21 according to Flipkart. Pricing and availability details have not been shared as of yet.

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Sunday, May 17, 2020

China Warns US of 'All Necessary Measures' Over Huawei Rules

China’s commerce ministry says it will take “all necessary measures” in response to new U.S. restrictions on Chinese tech giant Huawei’s ability to use American technology, calling the measures an abuse of state power and a violation of market principles.

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Nokia 6.3 Tipped to Come With Snapdragon 730 SoC, 24-Megapixel Main Shooter

Nokia 6.3 that is rumoured to be the successor to last year’s Nokia 6.2, may be powered by the Snapdragon 730 processor instead of the Snapdragon 6 series as previously expected.

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Apple Reopening 25 More US Stores, Will Soon Top 100 Worldwide

Apple will this week reopen more than 25 of its branded stores in the United States, the company said on Sunday, continuing a gradual process that has unlocked doors at nearly a fifth of its worldwide retail outlets.

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Realme Narzo 10 to Go on Sale Today at 12 Noon via Flipkart, Realme Site: Price in India, Offers

Realme Narzo 10 first sale in India will begin today. The phone is available in a single storage unit and two colour options. It is available for grabs via Flipkart and Realme India site. Here's all you need to know about the price, offers and specifications.

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Rich List: Inventor Sir James Dyson is UK's richest person

The entrepreneur replaces the Hinduja brothers after increasing his wealth by £3.6bn.

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Coronavirus: UCC fashion students turn to Instagram for graduation show

Students from University Centre Colchester were due to stage a graduation fashion show this month.

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Coronavirus: Live entertainment is evolving online to be a lifeline

Creative minds are coming up with new ideas to give us back some of the human connection we've lost.

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Huawei P40 Lite 5G With Kirin 820 SoC, 64-Megapixel Main Camera Launched: Price, Specifications

The Huawei P40 Lite 5G is priced at EUR 399 in Europe. The phone is already up for pre-order and sales will begin on May 28.

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OnePlus 8 Special Sale Starts Today at 2pm on Amazon

OnePlus 8 will go on a special sale today in India at 2pm on Amazon. Pricing starts at Rs. 41,999 and the top-end variant is priced at Rs. Rs. 49,999.

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Asia Markets Rise as Investors Seek Silver Linings: Live Updates

The latest on stock market and business news during the coronavirus outbreak.

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coronavirus world updates

The United States and other nations might use Monday’s World Health Organization meeting to place blame on China.

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Fire Consumes Storefront in Harlem

The fire started at 7:30 p.m. in a furniture store on 125th Street and Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard.

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As States Reopen, Governors Balance Existing Risks With New Ones

The costs of the coronavirus shutdown, economic and otherwise, have driven many people to the breaking point. But governors are increasingly worried about the costs of reopening, too.

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Inspector General’s Firing Puts Pompeo’s Use of Taxpayer Funds Under Scrutiny

Accusations of improperly using government resources have trailed the secretary of state, but President Trump’s move to fire the State Department inspector general has handed Democrats a new weapon.

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2 Kansas City Officers Charged With Assaulting Transgender Woman

Prosecutors said the officers slammed Breona Hill to the sidewalk and kneed her in the face, torso and ribs in an episode that a passer-by captured on video.

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Canadian Snowbirds Jet Crashes During Tribute to Coronavirus Workers

Another member of the military was injured, the authorities said. The jet crashed into a house in Kamloops, British Columbia.

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Glitches in A.P. Tests Online Add to Students' Worries

Technical problems with the digital versions of the Advanced Placement exams caused angst for high school students and parents at an already stressful time.

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Live Coronavirus News Tracker

Thirteen sailors aboard the virus-stricken aircraft carrier Theodore Roosevelt tested positive for Covid-19 after seeming to have recovered from the disease.

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‘Straight-Up Fire’ in His Veins: Teen Battles New Covid Syndrome

Jack McMorrow, 14, awoke in agony, with heart failure. His case may help doctors understand a frightening new affliction in children linked to the coronavirus.

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Coronavirus Outbreak in Nigeria Highlights Emerging Threat in Africa: Live Coverage

China has quarantined thousands of people after a resurgence of cases in the Northeast. The leaders of Italy and Britain warned that a vaccine may be a long time coming.

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Immigration Agency That Issues Visas, Green Cards Struggles to Stay Afloat

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has asked Congress for a lifeline amid the coronavirus pandemic that has caused applications to plummet and brought it to the brink of insolvency.

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Black Deliveryman Says He Was Blocked and Interrogated by White Driver

Travis Miller Sr. said he was trying to leave a gated neighborhood in Oklahoma after a delivery when a vehicle blocked his path.

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Fed Chair Says Economic Recovery May ‘Stretch’ Through End of 2021

In a clip from the show “60 Minutes,” Jerome H. Powell painted an image of a slow economic recovery.

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Autoworkers Are Returning as Carmakers Gradually Crank Up Factories

After being idle for nearly two months, G.M., Ford and Fiat Chrysler will restart assembly plants on Monday with masks, gloves and curtains.

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Tropical Storm Arthur Forms and Is Heading to North Carolina

A tropical storm warning was issued for the North Carolina’s Outer Banks, the National Hurricane Center said.

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Where Ahmaud Arbery Ran, Neighbors Cast Wary Eyes

He took his final jog across a stretch of South Georgia marked by increasingly blurred racial boundary lines.

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8,000 Quarantined in China Amid New Coronavirus Infections: Live Coverage

Officials have also imposed new travel restrictions in northeastern China. Cuts and outsourcing have left France scrambling for medical gear needed to fight a pandemic.

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Coronavirus Live Updates: Obama Cites Need for Leadership

Researchers look at how pollution in low-income areas might be affecting the pandemic’s impact. Economic experts urge U.S. lawmakers to take on a bigger financial burden.

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Illinois Shooting Leaves One Dead and Suspect in Standoff With Police

The police said a suspect was barricaded in a Super 8 motel in the northern city of Rockford.

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In the Shadows of America’s Smokestacks, Virus Is One More Deadly Risk

Nationwide, poor communities are exposed to much more air pollution than wealthier ones. Scientists are racing to understand what role this may play in Covid-19.

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One More Relationship Tested by the Pandemic: Siblings

For many brothers and sisters, the coronavirus and its limits on relationships outside the home have upended their dynamics.

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Oil Prices Stage a Modest Recovery as Demand Rises and Supply Drops

The U.S. benchmark approached $30 a barrel, a month after briefly falling below zero, but it’s still far from where it was before the pandemic.

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Seeking: Big Democratic Ideas That Make Everything Better

By the end of primary season, the Democratic Party had all but settled on a conventional center-left agenda. But the pandemic is forcing the Biden campaign and other leaders to redraw plans for 2021.

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Saturday, May 16, 2020

Coronavirus World Updates

U.S. investigators say a Nigerian group has flooded unemployment agencies with fraudulent claims. Brazil is an emerging center of the pandemic amid the government’s contradictory response.

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The fire department said more than 230 firefighters responded to the scene.

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Where Ahmaud Arbery Ran, Neighbors Cast Wary Eyes

He took his final jog across a stretch of South Georgia marked by increasingly blurred racial boundary lines.

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Ahmaud Arbery’s Final Minutes: What Videos and 911 Calls Show

Using security footage, cellphone video, 911 calls and police reports, The Times has reconstructed the 12 minutes before Ahmaud Arbery was shot dead in Georgia on Feb. 23.

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Coronavirus Cases Slow in U.S., but the Big Picture Remains Tenuous

Reports of new cases have declined nationally, and deaths have slowed. But reopening plans leave unanswered questions.

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Coronavirus: Can gaming help stop lockdown loneliness?

Gamers like Millicent say their online adventures are helping them stay connected to friends in lockdown.

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Google Facing Onslaught of Antitrust Cases in US: Report

Federal and state regulators in the US are preparing to file antitrust lawsuits alleging Google has abused its dominance of online search and advertising to stifle competition and and boost its profits, according to a report published Friday.

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China Tells US to Stop 'Unreasonable Suppression' of Huawei

Beijing has urged the United States to stop the "unreasonable suppression of Huawei and Chinese enterprises" after Washington announced new export controls to restrict the tech giant's access to semiconductor technology.

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Samsung Galaxy A11, Galaxy A41 Price Revealed

Samsung Galaxy A11 and Galaxy A41 prices have been revealed two months after they went official on the Web.

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Live Coronavirus News Updates: Full Analysis

With new cases steadily declining, more than two-thirds of U.S. states have significantly reduced restrictions. But experts cited worrying signs from some areas that eased early.

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5 Takeaways on U.S. Involvement in the World’s Worst Humanitarian Crisis

Thousands of civilians have died in Yemen, and American-made bombs sold to the Saudis have played a key role as the White House has sought to boost the arms industry.

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Why Bombs Made in America Have Been Killing Civilians in Yemen

President Trump sees arms deals as jobs generators for firms like Raytheon, which has made billions in sales to the Saudi coalition. The Obama administration initially backed the Saudis too, but later regretted it as thousands died.

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Stacey Abrams Wants More Than the Vice Presidency

She wants the Democrats to reach a different kind of swing voter — those who otherwise stay home. And she says she can help Joe Biden do it.

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When Did the Coronavirus Arrive in the U.S.? Here’s a Review of the Evidence.

Was the virus here in January? In December? Earlier? Here’s a look at the evidence of how the virus emerged from China and landed in the United States.

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Realme 2 Pro Starts Receiving Update With May 2020 Android Security Patch

Realme 2 Pro has started receiving a new software update that brings the May 2020 Android security patch. Some users have reported that the Realme 3 and Realme 3i have also started getting new software updates with the May Android security patch.

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Redmi Note 9 Pro Max First Impressions

We get our hands on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro Max and here is our first impression of this new device.

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Redmi Chief Lu Weibing Teases a New ‘Super Performance’ Smartphone That Could Arrive Soon

Redmi General Manager Lu Weibing has teased the debut of a new Redmi smartphone that is touted to deliver “super performance”.

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Friday, May 15, 2020

US Moves to Cut Huawei Off From Global Chip Suppliers as China Eyes Retaliation

The Trump administration on Friday moved to block global chip supplies to blacklisted telecoms equipment giant Huawei Technologies, spurring fears of Chinese retaliation and hammering shares of US producers of chipmaking equipment.

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Suspect in Arbery Shooting Offered to Help Deal With Potential Trespasser

Two months before Ahmaud Arbery was killed, one of the suspects told the police he could be notified if a nearby homeowner noticed any suspicious activity.

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Judge Orders Los Angeles to Move Homeless People Away From Freeways

The order, which takes effect next Friday, will apply to about 6,500 people living under freeways and their ramps.

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The Afghan War Ended With Zero M.I.A.s

After two decades of combat, there were no American troops missing in action, reflecting a major shift in military priorities. from NYT ...