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."
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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.'
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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.
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'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.
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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.
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Covid: What will the England lockdown achieve?
Lockdown is the measure nobody "wanted" but now many European countries have decided they "need".
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Covid-19: Austria and Portugal announce restrictions
A number of European countries are enforcing new measures as cases continue to rise.
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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.
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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.
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Your pictures on the theme of 'urban living'
A selection of pictures from our readers on the theme of "urban living".
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Salvaged Victorian signal box to become museum
It became redundant in 2016 along with others in the East Midlands.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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".
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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?
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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
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Papers: 'National lockdown looms' and Stiles tributes
Several of Saturday's papers lead with reports that nationwide restrictions will be introduced.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Planning reforms aim to making building easier, but who wins?
Government proposals to introduce planning reforms have been met with a mixed reaction.
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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?
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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.
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Getting too many texts? Blame the election
Every election campaign uses more sophisticated tech, but the text message still cuts through.
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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.
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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.
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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'
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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
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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
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
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‘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
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
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.
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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.
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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'
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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.
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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
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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'
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Labour anti-Semitism report due to be published
An inquiry looked at whether unlawful acts took place and how the party responded to complaints.
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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
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Covid: 1,700 employers planned redundancies in September
Redundancies on the rise again after August lull, according to BBC Freedom of Information Request
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Music industry reports progress on diversity
The number of black, Asian and minority ethnic staff working in music has increased since 2016.
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‘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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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