Saturday, 31 October 2020

FOX NEWS: Trump makes last-ditch pitch to Black Americans in op-ed


Trump makes last-ditch pitch to Black Americans in op-ed



After losing Black Americans by 85 points to Hillary Clinton in 2016, President Trump has made a concentrated push to win a larger share of that crucial voting bloc, culminating in an op-ed Friday entitled, "My Message to Black America."

via FOX NEWS https://foxnews.com/us/trump-makes-last-ditch-pitch-to-black-americans-in-op-ed

FOX NEWS: Grenell: The energy is behind President Trump


Grenell: The energy is behind President Trump



Ric Grenell, former National Intelligence acting director, joins 'Bill Hemmer Reports.'

via FOX NEWS http://video.foxnews.com/v/6206095020001

FOX NEWS: NYC Halloween party for 400 draws coronavirus citations from sheriff


NYC Halloween party for 400 draws coronavirus citations from sheriff



New York City’s Sheriff has issued coronavirus violations to organizers of a Halloween party that drew a crowd of 400 mostly maskless people.

via FOX NEWS https://foxnews.com/us/nyc-halloween-party-coronavirus-citations

'My parents had hearts of gold, they didn't deserve it'

How people are dealing with the effects of coronavirus in one New York neighbourhood.

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-54720268

US Election 2020: Biden and Trump in last weekend dash round swing states

Joe Biden is in Michigan while Donald Trump arrives in Pennsylvania, both key to the White House race.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/election-us-2020-54765586

Covid: What will the England lockdown achieve?

Lockdown is the measure nobody "wanted" but now many European countries have decided they "need".

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54766526

Covid-19: Austria and Portugal announce restrictions

A number of European countries are enforcing new measures as cases continue to rise.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-54766184

Oleksandr Usyk beats Derek Chisora on points in stylish display

Oleksandr Usyk earns a unanimous points win over Derek Chisora at Wembley Arena to underline his credentials at heavyweight.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/54765723

Typhoon Goni: Philippines hit by year's most powerful storm

Torrential rain and "catastrophic violent winds" are expected on the main island of Luzon on Sunday.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-54759868

Your pictures on the theme of 'urban living'

A selection of pictures from our readers on the theme of "urban living".

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-54739292

Salvaged Victorian signal box to become museum

It became redundant in 2016 along with others in the East Midlands.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-54731548

The Miraculous Love Kids: Street kids changing their lives with guitars

The Beach Boys' Brian Wilson is just one star who's recorded with a group of girls from Afghanistan.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-54734067

The wedding DJ who wants to stop migrant boats

A growing band of campaigners is trying to push the government to stop migrants crossing from France.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/stories-54756575

How I talk to the victims of conspiracy theories

The BBC's specialist disinformation reporter explains how to help people who've fallen down the rabbit hole.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-trending-54738471

How His House turns refugee lives into horror film

Director Remi Weekes says film explores "the horrors that we do as humans to other humans".

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54749782

Sunday's gossip: Inter willing to sell Eriksen

Inter open to offers for Eriksen, Jones fears loan move could be scuppered, Isco wants Everton move, plus more.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/54764557

Match of the Day: Alan Shearer and Danny Murphy on how Diogo Jota & Xherdan Shaqiri helped Liverpool beat West Ham

Match of the Day pundits Alan Shearer and Danny Murphy analyse the impact of Liverpool's substitutes Diogo Jota and Xherdan Shaqiri during their 2-1 win over West Ham.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/football/54766456

The Battlegrounds Within Battlegrounds


By BY KEITH COLLINS, TRIP GABRIEL AND STEPHANIE SAUL from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/us/politics/battleground-states-trump-biden.html?partner=IFTTT

Celebrities lend Biden a hand in turning out the vote in Philadelphia.


By BY NICK CORASANITI from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/live/2020/10/31/us/trump-biden-election/celebrities-lend-biden-a-hand-in-turning-out-the-vote-in-philadelphia?partner=IFTTT

Stanford Study Seeks to Quantify Infections Stemming From Trump Rallies


By BY SHERYL GAY STOLBERG from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/31/us/politics/stanford-study-infections-trump-rallies.html?partner=IFTTT

Robot Bores: AI-powered awkward first date

Two chatbots meet and put the world to rights online in battle to see who is most human-like.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-54718671

Christians Worldwide Mark International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church

Millions of Christians worldwide will unite on Sunday, Nov. 1 to join the global Body of Christ for the 2020 International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted (IDOP).

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Christians Worldwide Mark International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church

Millions of Christians worldwide will unite on Sunday, Nov. 1 to join the global Body of Christ for the 2020 International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted (IDOP).

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Friday, 30 October 2020

Coronavirus: Slovakia holds national test but president calls for delay

Everyone in Slovakia over the age of 10 is to be tested for Covid - but the president is sceptical.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-54747022

Kanye West, Kim Kardashian and her dad: Should we make holograms of the dead?

The hip-hop artist gave his wife a hologram of her dead father. How did he do it - and is it ethical?

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54753214

Coronavirus: Is virtual reality tourism about to take off?

Tourism boards, hotels and destinations are turning to virtual reality to woo potential visitors.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-54658147

How to Take On the Tech Barons


By BY THE EDITORIAL BOARD from NYT Opinion https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/30/opinion/tech-companies-data.html?partner=IFTTT

A judge orders the Postal Service to take ‘extraordinary measures’ to deliver ballots on time in 22 districts.


By BY LUKE BROADWATER AND HAILEY FUCHS from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/live/2020/10/30/us/trump-biden-election/a-judge-orders-the-postal-service-to-take-extraordinary-measures-to-deliver-ballots-on-time-in-22-districts?partner=IFTTT

N.E.H. Funds Restoration of Statues Toppled During Protests


By Unknown Author from NYT Arts https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/30/arts/design/NEH-statues-protests-columbus.html?partner=IFTTT

Trump, in Minnesota, lashes out at Democrats for limiting crowd sizes.


By BY ANNIE KARNI from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/live/2020/10/30/us/trump-biden-election/trump-in-minnesota-lashes-out-at-democrats-for-limiting-crowd-sizes?partner=IFTTT

Nursing Homes, Racked by the Virus, Face a New Crisis: Isolation


By BY JACK HEALY, DANIELLE IVORY AND SERGE F. KOVALESKI from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/30/us/nursing-homes-isolation-virus.html?partner=IFTTT

Voters suing Minnesota over a mask mandate are asking the Supreme Court to intervene.


By BY JACEY FORTIN from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/live/2020/10/30/us/trump-biden-election/voters-suing-minnesota-over-a-mask-mandate-are-asking-the-supreme-court-to-intervene?partner=IFTTT

FOX NEWS: Gov. Andrew Cuomo reacts to Chelsea Handler's crush on him


Gov. Andrew Cuomo reacts to Chelsea Handler's crush on him



On Thursday, Cuomo made an appearance on "The View" where he was speaking about COVID-19. Additionally, he was asked about Handler's infatuation with him.

via FOX NEWS https://foxnews.com/entertainment/andrew-cuomo-reacts-chelsea-handler-crush

FOX NEWS: Kim Kardashian dresses up as Carole Baskin for Halloween, pal Jonathan Cheban goes as Joe Exotic


Kim Kardashian dresses up as Carole Baskin for Halloween, pal Jonathan Cheban goes as Joe Exotic



The social media queen in past years has been singers Selena and Cher and this year decided to be inspired by one of the Internet's latest obsessions: Tiger King.

via FOX NEWS https://foxnews.com/entertainment/kim-kardashian-halloween-carole-baskin-jonathan-cheben-joe-exotic

FOX NEWS: Carmen Electra poses in barely-there Playboy bunny Halloween costume


Carmen Electra poses in barely-there Playboy bunny Halloween costume



The model and actress has appeared on the magazine over 50 times worldwide.

via FOX NEWS https://foxnews.com/entertainment/carmen-electra-playboy-bunny-halloween-costume

FOX NEWS: Lori Loughlin 'hopes to be home by Christmas' after she reports to prison early: report


Lori Loughlin 'hopes to be home by Christmas' after she reports to prison early: report



The "Fuller House" actress reported to the Federal Correctional Institution in Dublin, Calif., on Friday.

via FOX NEWS https://foxnews.com/entertainment/lori-loughlin-home-christmas-prison-early

FOX NEWS: Former Miss America Leanza Cornett’s pal says 'we all believed she would beat this' before tragic death


Former Miss America Leanza Cornett’s pal says 'we all believed she would beat this' before tragic death



The pageant star, who won the title of Miss America in 1993, passed away at age 49.

via FOX NEWS https://foxnews.com/entertainment/former-miss-america-leanza-cornett-pal-tragic-death-memory

FOX NEWS: Prince Charles told friends Prince Philip pressured him into marrying Princess Diana, royal author claims


Prince Charles told friends Prince Philip pressured him into marrying Princess Diana, royal author claims



Prince Charles “was frightened by his father” and proceeded to propose, claims royal biographer Ingrid Seward.

via FOX NEWS https://foxnews.com/entertainment/prince-charles-prince-philip-pressured-marriage-princess-diana

FOX NEWS: Trump's Walk of Fame star vandalized again, person turns himself in: report


Trump's Walk of Fame star vandalized again, person turns himself in: report



Trump's star on the Walk of Fame has been a magnet for vandalism since the president announced his candidacy for the White House.

via FOX NEWS https://foxnews.com/entertainment/vandal-destroys-trumps-walk-of-fame-star

FOX NEWS: 'Teen Mom 2' star Kailyn Lowry arrested for allegedly punching son's father Chris Lopez


'Teen Mom 2' star Kailyn Lowry arrested for allegedly punching son's father Chris Lopez



Kailyn Lowry was taken into police custody for offensive touching and released on her own recognizance.

via FOX NEWS https://foxnews.com/entertainment/teen-mom-kailyn-lowry-arrested-punching-chris-lopez

FOX NEWS: Kelly Osbourne says she's rejecting men who wouldn't date her pre-weight loss


Kelly Osbourne says she's rejecting men who wouldn't date her pre-weight loss



Osbourne opted to focus on her health two years ago and underwent gastric sleeve surgery.

via FOX NEWS https://foxnews.com/entertainment/kelly-osbourne-dating-life-weight-loss

FOX NEWS: Lori Loughlin begins her 2-month prison sentence for role in college admissions scandal


Lori Loughlin begins her 2-month prison sentence for role in college admissions scandal



The "Fuller House" alum reported to the Federal Correctional Institution in Dublin, Calif., on Friday.

via FOX NEWS https://foxnews.com/entertainment/lori-loughlin-begins-prison-sentence

The Papers: 'National lockdown looms' and Stiles tributes

Several of Saturday's papers lead with reports that nationwide restrictions will be introduced.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-the-papers-54756935

Six Nations final weekend: Why England have the edge over France and Ireland

The Six Nations concludes this weekend - 237 days after it was stopped by coronavirus - with either Ireland, England or France to be crowned champions.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/54748603

Championship leaders Reading beaten at Coventry

Leaders Reading fall to their first Championship defeat of the season as Coventry pick up their first league win in seven attempts.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/54654876

Wilson beats Trump to clinch Championship League title

Kyren Wilson claims his first title on English soil after defeating world number one Judd Trump 3-1 in the final of the Championship League in Milton Keynes.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/snooker/54756836

Thursday, 29 October 2020

Armenians on the front line in Nagorno-Karabakh

Armenian mothers fear for sons on the front line in Nagorno-Karabakh as both sides suffer heavy casualties.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54712940

US Election 2020: Trump and Biden duel in critical state of Florida

Mr Biden's lead over the US president is narrower in must-win states, with Florida a key prize.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/election-us-2020-54742419

Coronavirus hardship in Mexico, Nigeria and Bangladesh

Three people from around the world who lost their jobs during the pandemic explain how it has affected their lives.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-54734073

Guy Davies spots gap in film market for his first feature

How one independent film-maker spotted a gap in the movie market left by the coronavirus pandemic.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54737089

Planning reforms aim to making building easier, but who wins?

Government proposals to introduce planning reforms have been met with a mixed reaction.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-54740588

Quiz of the week: Which Borat slogan did Kazakhstan embrace?

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

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-54703051

Carrie Hope Fletcher on how Cinderella went 'bad'

The singer, who will star in Andrew Lloyd Webber's new musical, reveals some of the show's secrets.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54696550

Getting too many texts? Blame the election

Every election campaign uses more sophisticated tech, but the text message still cuts through.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-54688474

Maradona at 60: In search of the real Diego - Guillem Balague column

As Diego Maradona turns 60, his biographer Guillem Balague reflects on the rise and fall of a maverick who became one of football's greats.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/54737750

Five Great Things Biden Has Already Done


By BY DAVID BROOKS from NYT Opinion https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/29/opinion/joe-biden.html?partner=IFTTT

Trump’s Hard-Line Immigration Policies Go Before Voters


By BY ZOLAN KANNO-YOUNGS from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/29/us/politics/trump-immigration-policies-election.html?partner=IFTTT

Trump and Biden Converge in Florida, an Elusive Prize Still Up for Grabs


By BY KATIE GLUECK AND PATRICIA MAZZEI from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/29/us/florida-trump-biden-tampa.html?partner=IFTTT

A Californian is battling both influenza and Covid-19 in an early case of ‘co-infection.’


By BY JOHN ISMAY from NYT World https://www.nytimes.com/live/2020/10/29/world/covid-19-coronavirus-updates/a-californian-is-battling-both-influenza-and-covid-19-in-an-early-case-of-co-infection?partner=IFTTT

Appeals court rules Minnesota must segregate ballots received after 8 p.m. on Election Day.


By BY NICK CORASANITI from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/live/2020/10/29/us/trump-biden-election/appeals-court-rules-minnesota-must-segregate-ballots-received-after-8-pm-on-election-day?partner=IFTTT

Getting too many texts? Blame the election

Every election campaign uses more sophisticated tech, but the text message still cuts through.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-54688474

FOX NEWS: Dr. Siegel: 'Probable' Europe's new coronavirus wave comes to US


Dr. Siegel: 'Probable' Europe's new coronavirus wave comes to US



Fox News medical contributor explains why virus has become more transmissible, but less deadly on 'Bill Hemmer Reports'

via FOX NEWS http://video.foxnews.com/v/6205645440001

Covid: What impact has the furlough scheme had?

As the furlough scheme draws to a close, how much did it cost and did it achieve its aims?

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-54601117

Furlough: ‘In limbo’ or ‘one long garden party'?

Furlough was a welcome holiday for some but for others it was a long and anxious waiting game.

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-54716497

Job Support Scheme: How do new post-furlough changes work?

The government has expanded its Job Support Scheme, which replaces furlough from November.

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-52135342

‘It’s all about survival now'

How are Tottenham residents coping after the area had one of the highest furlough rates in London?

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-54697955

How do I find a new job during Covid and which sectors are hiring?

Jobseekers are having a tough time at the moment, but support is available.

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-53685650

CEO Secrets: The aviation workers starting new businesses

We hear from three people who have started their own companies during the downturn in aviation.

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-54649176

The Papers: Labour in 'crisis' as Corbyn suspended

The papers cover the fallout from Jeremy Corbyn's suspension from Labour over an anti-Semitism report.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-the-papers-54742530

Wednesday, 28 October 2020

FOX NEWS: Mail-in ballot counting likely to delay presidential election outcome


Mail-in ballot counting likely to delay presidential election outcome



Fox News senior correspondent Eric Shawn details the latest mail-in balloting confusion on 'The Story'

via FOX NEWS http://video.foxnews.com/v/6205404384001

FOX NEWS: Jim Biden refuses to answer questions about family’s business dealings


Jim Biden refuses to answer questions about family’s business dealings



EXCLUSIVE: Jim Biden, the brother of Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden, refused to answer questions Wednesday when approached by Fox News outside a house in Maryland about claims the former vice president had knowledge about the family’s overseas business ventures.

via FOX NEWS https://foxnews.com/politics/jim-biden-refuses-to-answer-questions-family-business-dealings

FOX NEWS: Tucker: What's Joe Biden's excuse for slandering Tony Bobulinski?


Tucker: What's Joe Biden's excuse for slandering Tony Bobulinski?



'Tucker Carlson Tonight' host accuses mainstream media of suppressing Hunter Biden scandal to influence election

via FOX NEWS http://video.foxnews.com/v/6205393734001

FOX NEWS: New York Post responds to Twitter CEO Dorsey's Senate testimony


New York Post responds to Twitter CEO Dorsey's Senate testimony



Opinion editor Sohrab Ahmari explains paper is still locked out of Twitter account on 'The Story'

via FOX NEWS http://video.foxnews.com/v/6205400310001

FOX NEWS: AOC appears in Vanity Fair in outfits worth $14,000 to curse Trump out


AOC appears in Vanity Fair in outfits worth $14,000 to curse Trump out



Freshman Democratic congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio Cortez wore thousands of dollars worth of outfits and jewelry for her spread in Vanity Fair magazine's December issue while attacking President Trump for not paying his taxes. 

via FOX NEWS https://foxnews.com/politics/aoc-vanity-fair-outfits-14000-curse-trump-out

FOX NEWS: Minnesota Senate candidate Jason Lewis discharged from hospital after 'emergency' surgery


Minnesota Senate candidate Jason Lewis discharged from hospital after 'emergency' surgery



Minnesota Republican Senate candidate Jason Lewis said on Wednesday that he was "feeling well" and had been discharged after undergoing an emergency surgery for a severe internal hernia.

via FOX NEWS https://foxnews.com/politics/jason-lewis-discharged-minnesota

Covid-19: Nearly 100,000 catching virus every day

A major analysis estimates the number of people infected with Covid-19 is doubling every nine days.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54723962

Labour anti-Semitism report due to be published

An inquiry looked at whether unlawful acts took place and how the party responded to complaints.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-54722725

Wales urged to scrap GCSE exams in favour of assessments

Qualifications Wales urges ministers to scrap written exams for GCSEs, but keep one exam per A-level.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-54723339

Covid: 1,700 employers planned redundancies in September

Redundancies on the rise again after August lull, according to BBC Freedom of Information Request

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-54620758

Music industry reports progress on diversity

The number of black, Asian and minority ethnic staff working in music has increased since 2016.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54717440

‘Perception Hacks’ and Other Potential Threats to the Election


By BY DAVID E. SANGER AND NICOLE PERLROTH from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/28/us/politics/2020-election-hacking.html?partner=IFTTT

M.L.B. says the Dodgers’ Justin Turner insisted on celebrating with teammates despite his positive coronavirus test.


By BY JAMES WAGNER, GILLIAN R. BRASSIL AND DAVID WALDSTEIN from NYT World https://www.nytimes.com/live/2020/10/28/world/covid-19-coronavirus-updates/mlb-says-the-dodgers-justin-turner-insisted-on-celebrating-with-teammates-despite-his-positive-coronavirus-test?partner=IFTTT

$300 Million Telemarketing Scheme Preyed on Older People, U.S. Says


By BY CONCEPCIÓN DE LEÓN from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/28/us/telemarketing-scheme-elderly-people.html?partner=IFTTT

A Privacy Measure That’s Hard to Like


By BY GREG BENSINGER from NYT Opinion https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/28/opinion/california-prop-24-privacy.html?partner=IFTTT

Take This Trump Election Day Quiz Before It’s Too Late


By BY GAIL COLLINS from NYT Opinion https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/10/28/opinion/election-quiz.html?partner=IFTTT

Two conservative operatives charged with election fraud for a Midwest robocall scam are ordered to call 85,000 people back.


By BY KATHLEEN GRAY from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/live/2020/10/28/us/trump-biden-election/two-conservative-operatives-charged-with-election-fraud-for-a-midwest-robocall-scam-are-ordered-to-call-85000-people-back?partner=IFTTT

Animal Crossing: 'My sister lives on in a video game'

Tending to her sister's virtual town in Animal Crossing helps Meredith Myers keep her memory alive and cope with her grief.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-54726360

Covid: 1,700 employers planned redundancies in September

Redundancies on the rise again after August lull, according to BBC Freedom of Information Request

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-54620758

Halloween firms face up to a pandemic fright

Covid-19 has created extra problems this Halloween, so how are firms fighting back?

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-54658146

'Furlough pay should be kept at 80% of our salaries'

Workers facing new lockdowns: "We need furlough pay to be kept at 80% of our salaries."

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-54725590

Stock markets sink amid alarm at Covid surge

Financial markets in the US and Europe fall as concerns rise about the coronavirus impact on economic growth.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-54723911

The Papers: 'Change of strategy looms' as France locks down

The front pages say the UK is under pressure to go back into lockdown, while France faces new restrictions.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-the-papers-54727592

Tuesday, 27 October 2020

The Dodgers are confident, thanks to a talented team and a closed roof.


By BY JAMES WAGNER from NYT Sports https://www.nytimes.com/live/2020/10/27/sports/dodgers-rays/the-dodgers-are-confident-thanks-to-a-talented-team-and-a-closed-roof?partner=IFTTT

Californians, Vote Yes on Prop 16


By BY THE EDITORIAL BOARD from NYT Opinion https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/27/opinion/california-prop-16-affirmative-action.html?partner=IFTTT

Justice Barrett Rises to Top of Increasingly Conservative Judiciary


By BY ALISHA HARIDASANI GUPTA from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/27/us/justice-barrett-conservative-supreme-court.html?partner=IFTTT

Coronavirus Briefing: What Happened Today


By BY JONATHAN WOLFE from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/27/us/coronavirus-today.html?partner=IFTTT

Hospitals Are Reeling Under a 46 Percent Spike in Covid-19 Patients


By BY GIULIA MCDONNELL NIETO DEL RIO, SIMON ROMERO AND MIKE BAKER from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/27/us/coronavirus-hospitals-capacity.html?partner=IFTTT

After a low-key off day, the Rays say they’re staying relaxed.


By BY JAMES WAGNER from NYT Sports https://www.nytimes.com/live/2020/10/27/sports/dodgers-rays/after-a-low-key-off-day-the-rays-say-theyre-staying-relaxed?partner=IFTTT

The Morning


By Unknown Author from NYT Briefing https://static01.nyt.com/slideshow/2020/10/27/briefing/the-morning.html?partner=IFTTT

I Approve This Message. Now, Remember Your Secrecy Envelope.


By BY NICK CORASANITI from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/27/us/politics/get-out-the-vote-ads.html?partner=IFTTT

How Mitch McConnell Delivered Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s Rapid Confirmation


By BY CARL HULSE from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/27/us/mcconnell-barrett-confirmation.html?partner=IFTTT

Biden Invokes F.D.R. to Reach Across Partisan Divide in Georgia


By BY JONATHAN MARTIN AND KATIE GLUECK from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/27/us/politics/joe-biden-georgia-polls.html?partner=IFTTT