Special News: July 2020

Friday 31 July 2020

New top story on Hacker News: WordSafety: Check a name for unwanted meanings in foreign languages

WordSafety: Check a name for unwanted meanings in foreign languages
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Florida Teenager Is Charged as ‘Mastermind’ of Twitter Hack

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Scared That Covid-19 Immunity Won’t Last? Don’t Be

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The Less Impossible Israeli-Palestinian Peace

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Coronavirus: Tracking new outbreaks in the sewers

Around 15,000 new cases of the disease have been reported in Spain in the past week.

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US election 2020: The war hero who could be Biden's running mate

Senator Tammy Duckworth is an Iraq war veteran and the first Thai-American woman elected to Congress.

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Belarus: The mother challenging an authoritarian president

Political novice Svetlana Tikhanovskaya rallies protesters in a battle with Alexander Lukashenko.

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FOX NEWS: Tamar Braxton and WeTV part ways following singer's cutting revelations about network

Tamar Braxton and WeTV part ways following singer's cutting revelations about network

Tamar Braxton's relationship with WeTV has drawn to a bitter close.

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FOX NEWS: Tarek El Moussa details marriage proposal to Heather Rae Young: 'I knew my life would never be the same'

Tarek El Moussa details marriage proposal to Heather Rae Young: 'I knew my life would never be the same'

Tarek El Moussa is over the moon after locking things down with his new fiancée Heather Rae Young.

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FOX NEWS: Fox News Flash top entertainment headlines for July 31

Fox News Flash top entertainment headlines for July 31

Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here. Check out what's clicking today in entertainment.

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FOX NEWS: ‘Bachelorette’ producers contacted ‘backup’ contestants 2 weeks into filming Clare Crawley’s season: report

‘Bachelorette’ producers contacted ‘backup’ contestants 2 weeks into filming Clare Crawley’s season: report

Clare Crawley has only been filming her season of the “Bachelorette” for just two weeks but producers are already in scramble mode.

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FOX NEWS: Alan Parker, ‘Bugsy Malone,’ ‘Midnight Express’ director, dead at 76

Alan Parker, ‘Bugsy Malone,’ ‘Midnight Express’ director, dead at 76

Alan Parker, a successful and sometimes surprising filmmaker whose diverse output includes “Bugsy Malone,” “Midnight Express,” and “Evita,” has died at 76, his family said.

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FOX NEWS: Actor Bryan Callen accused of sexual misconduct by multiple women

Actor Bryan Callen accused of sexual misconduct by multiple women

The entertainer has denied the allegations.

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FOX NEWS: Brad Garrett doesn’t accept DeGeneres’ apology over allegations of her show’s toxic work environment

Brad Garrett doesn’t accept DeGeneres’ apology over allegations of her show’s toxic work environment

‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ star Brad Garrett thinks Ellen DeGeneres' apology to staff falls short, and says the claims about her show’s toxic work environment are ‘common knowledge.'

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FOX NEWS: Australian model dishes on working with Meghan Markle as a 'briefcase beauty' on 'Deal or No Deal'

Australian model dishes on working with Meghan Markle as a 'briefcase beauty' on 'Deal or No Deal'

Australian model Lisa Gleave dished on what it was like to work with Meghan Markle on the U.S. version of “Deal or No Deal.”

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FOX NEWS: Everything coming to Amazon Prime Video in August 2020

Everything coming to Amazon Prime Video in August 2020

With the end of July comes the exciting time when streaming platforms begin to add new content to their libraries, giving dedicated TV and movie viewers the chance to add something new to their binge list.

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FOX NEWS: SI Swimsuit’s 2020 rookie Anita Marshall explains why she cried ‘like a big baby’ after seeing her photos

SI Swimsuit’s 2020 rookie Anita Marshall explains why she cried ‘like a big baby’ after seeing her photos

Sports Illustrated Swimsuit’s 2020 rookie Anita Marshall explains why she cried ‘like a big baby’ after seeing her photos. The model discussed what it was like posing for the outlet in the Dominican Republic, wanting to feel represented and how one former SI Swimsuit cover girl inspired the star to pursue her dreams.

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Leicester Muslims mark second Eid of extended lockdown

Leicester's religious leaders and council urge people to pray and celebrate the festival at home.

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The Papers: 'PM slams brakes' amid 'second wave risk'

Boris Johnson's announcement that rules will not be relaxed for at least a fortnight dominates Saturday's papers.

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Coronavirus: Tracking new outbreaks in the sewers

Around 15,000 new cases of the disease have been reported in Spain in the past week.

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India Atkinson: TikTok disability educator goes viral

India Atkinson's videos address misconceptions about a condition that left her without fingers on one hand.

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Coronavirus symptoms: What are they and how long should I self-isolate?

The BBC’s Laura Foster explains how you can recognise the symptoms of coronavirus.

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Week in pictures: 25 July-31 July 2020

A selection of powerful news photographs taken around the world this week.

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Thursday 30 July 2020

4 Guards Charged in Inmate’s Beating at Alabama Prison

By BY NEIL VIGDOR from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/339JIg7

Will Herman Cain’s Death Change Republican Views on the Virus and Masks?

By BY JEREMY W. PETERS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2XeUQVj

Louie Gohmert’s Coronavirus Case Reveals a Dangerous Reality in Congress

By BY NICHOLAS FANDOS AND CATIE EDMONDSON from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/39EFAGk

Trump Floats an Election Delay, and Republicans Shoot It Down

By BY MAGGIE HABERMAN, JONATHAN MARTIN AND REID J. EPSTEIN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/30ehQWo

Covid-19: Why Hong Kong's 'third wave' is a warning

Until recently, the city was seen as a poster child in its handling of the pandemic. What went wrong?

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What exactly is a 'Karen' and where did the meme come from?

To many the Karen meme - and its male equivalent Ken - sums up a specific type of white privilege.

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The 'real' threat to Russia’s former doping mastermind

The ex-mastermind of Russian sports doping, Grigory Rodchenkov, now only appears in disguise. Matt Majendie explains why.

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Bollywood's 'warts and all' biopic on 'human computer'

Bollywood actress Vidya Balan plays Shakuntala Devi who dazzled the world with her skill with numbers.

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The middle-css Pakistani students fighting for a homeland dream

Shahdad Mumtaz died for his beliefs. Could a missing student end up waging war on the Pakistani state?

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Coronavirus: 'Chancellor must protect' jobs of those shielding

Charities are calling on the chancellor to protect the jobs of workers who have been shielding.

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The sweet smell of success: How Bulgaria took the lead in lavender

Lavender is used for cosmetics, fragrances and even, with the help of bees, to make honey.

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FOX NEWS: Oregon state police arrive in Portland in push to stop riots

Oregon state police arrive in Portland in push to stop riots

The Oregon State Police on Thursday will take over the duties of guarding a federal courthouse in Portland that has become a flashpoint during weeks of protests that have frequently turned violent.

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FOX NEWS: 2 teens among 3 found dead in Michigan hotel, man hospitalized; drug overdoses suspected

2 teens among 3 found dead in Michigan hotel, man hospitalized; drug overdoses suspected

Michigan police found three people dead and another man unconscious in a hotel room late Wednesday afternoon and are investigating the incident as an apparent drug overdose.

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FOX NEWS: In 2014 shooting of Michael Brown, St. Louis' top prosecutor announces no charges against Darren Wilson

In 2014 shooting of Michael Brown, St. Louis' top prosecutor announces no charges against Darren Wilson

A St. Louis County, Mo., prosecutor said Thursday, that he will not be charging the police officer who shot 18-year-old Michael Brown in 2014, after quietly reopening the investigation.

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FOX NEWS: Philadelphia's coronavirus outbreak, quarantines lead trash to pile up: 'Filthadelphia'

Philadelphia's coronavirus outbreak, quarantines lead trash to pile up: 'Filthadelphia'

Residents of Philadelphia can now see and smell piles of fly-infested, rotting household waste, bottles and cans as the city struggles to overcome a surge in garbage caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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FOX NEWS: Coronavirus pandemic causes historic economic plunge

Coronavirus pandemic causes historic economic plunge

U.S. GDP see biggest drop ever; Fox Biz Flash: 7/30.

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FOX NEWS: 8 indicted in Pittsburgh's May riots: 'Throwing IEDs and bricks at police officers'

8 indicted in Pittsburgh's May riots: 'Throwing IEDs and bricks at police officers'

Federal prosecutors unveiled indictments Thursday against eight Pennsylvania residents accused of taking advantage of protests over George Floyd’s death in Pittsburgh to attack police, damage property and commit other crimes.

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FOX NEWS: NYC's 2020 tally of shooting victims surpasses 2019 level in July, stats show

NYC's 2020 tally of shooting victims surpasses 2019 level in July, stats show

New York City recorded its 930th shooting victim this week, surpassing the total for all of last year amid an exceptionally violent year, according to police figures provided to Fox News.

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FOX NEWS: Black conservative journalist stabbed at Portland protest, ‘This is no longer about black lives’

Black conservative journalist stabbed at Portland protest, ‘This is no longer about black lives’

Andrew Duncomb, a 25-year-old Black Trump supporter and journalist said he was stabbed outside Portland’s federal courthouse for his conservative politics. In his first on-camera interview, Duncomb shares his firsthand account of being knifed in the back while out filming a protest in Portland early Saturday morning.

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FOX NEWS: Bronx Zoo officials apologize for putting African man on display in Monkey House in 1906

Bronx Zoo officials apologize for putting African man on display in Monkey House in 1906

The organization that runs New York’s Bronx Zoo is apologizing for racism in the zoo’s past, including putting Ota Benga, a central African man, on display in the Monkey House in 1906.

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Coronavirus: 'Chancellor must protect' jobs of those shielding

Charities are calling on the chancellor to protect the jobs of workers who have been shielding.

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Coronavirus in Wales: Up to 30 can meet outdoors from Monday

Children under 11 will no longer have to keep 2m from one another or from adults.

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Coronavirus holidays: You're finally abroad, but was it worth it?

Queues for the beach and free drinks from struggling restaurants - what are holidays like now?

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Wednesday 29 July 2020

One in Three Children Have Unacceptably High Lead Levels, Study Says

By BY RICK GLADSTONE from NYT World https://ift.tt/2BGK4jb

Lawmakers, United in Their Ire, Lash Out at Big Tech’s Leaders

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As Trump Undercuts Aid Talks, White House Says Extra Jobless Benefits Will Lapse

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Atlanta Mourns John Lewis and Ponders Carrying on With ‘Good Trouble’

By BY RICK ROJAS AND RICHARD FAUSSET from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3hJlqxu

Coronavirus in Pakistan: Doctor's video diary of fight against pandemic

A doctor in one of Pakistan’s busiest hospitals has kept a video diary of the country’s struggle with coronavirus.

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'Bay of Piglets': A 'bizarre' plot to capture a president

How did exiled Venezuelans and former US Special Forces end up joining what looked from the outset like a suicide mission?

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India and China race to build along a disputed frontier

The rival nuclear powers are trying to out-build each other along their disputed Himalayan border.

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Nile dam row: Egypt fumes as Ethiopia celebrates

Concerns grow as Nile River nations fail to reach a deal on how to share the vital waters.

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The sweet smell of success: How Bulgaria took the lead in lavender

Lavender is used for cosmetics, fragrances and even, with the help of bees, to make honey.

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UK car production slumps to lowest level since 1954

The SMMT trade group warns Brexit tariffs could deepen woes for a sector already in crisis.

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Offices could relocate to suburbs, survey suggests

Commercial property firms say there could be a high street revival as businesses exit city centres.

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How to ace a video interview

A job coach offers eight tips for performing your best during a video interview.

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FOX NEWS: Jennifer Lawrence sells penthouse at multimillion-dollar loss as coronavirus prompts some New Yorkers to leave the city

Jennifer Lawrence sells penthouse at multimillion-dollar loss as coronavirus prompts some New Yorkers to leave the city

Actress Jennifer Lawrence has sold her Manhattan penthouse at a multimillion-dollar loss as New Yorkers flock to new ground amid the coronavirus pandemic and other concerns in the Big Apple.

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FOX NEWS: Malik B., rapper and founding member of The Roots, dead at 47

Malik B., rapper and founding member of The Roots, dead at 47

Rapper and founding member of The Roots, Malik B., has died. He was 47.

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FOX NEWS: Regis Philbin's wife, Joy, and their daughters remember late star: 'He let everyone into his life'

Regis Philbin's wife, Joy, and their daughters remember late star: 'He let everyone into his life'

Regis Philbin's family is speaking out and remembering the late iconic television personality.

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FOX NEWS: Tracy Morgan, Megan Wollover announce separation after almost 5 years of marriage

Tracy Morgan, Megan Wollover announce separation after almost 5 years of marriage

Tracy Morgan and wife Megan Wollover are separating after nearly five years of marriage.

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Nasa Mars 2020: First aircraft to fly on another planet

Ingenuity is a 1.8kg (4lb) helicopter that will ride to Mars attached to the belly of Nasa's Perseverance.

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Black pupils face trebled exclusion rate in some areas

An analysis shows black pupils are more likely to be excluded than their peers in most council areas.

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Portland protests: Federal forces ready for phased pull-out

Oregon's governor calls the officers "an occupying force", but the president says they saved the city.

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US to withdraw 12,000 troops from Germany in 'strategic' move

President Trump says the move is a response to Berlin's failure to meet targets on defence spending.

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The Papers: 'New' isolation rule and 'Maddie cops find cellar'

People being told to self-isolate for longer and the latest in the hunt for Madeleine McCann make the front pages.

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'I recorded fraudsters stealing my money'

Criminals are exploiting the coronavirus pandemic for gain, according to one leading investigator.

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Stella Immanuel - the doctor behind unproven coronavirus cure claim

Stella Immanuel has caught the US president's attention for claiming hydroxychloroquine cures Covid-19.

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Tuesday 28 July 2020

New top story on Hacker News: How a flawed idea is teaching millions of kids to be poor readers

How a flawed idea is teaching millions of kids to be poor readers
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New top story on Hacker News: Media for Thinking the Unthinkable (2013)

Media for Thinking the Unthinkable (2013)
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The Director Gina Prince-Bythewood Has Always Had Game

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177 Questions to Inspire Writing, Discussion, Debate and Reflection

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If Our Masks Could Speak

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Banksy and Rembrandt Boost Sotheby’s Sale to $192.7 Million

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Niels Lauersen, Fallen Fertility Doctor to the Stars, Dies at 84

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‘I Just Don’t Get It’: Republicans Balk at Funding F.B.I. Building in Virus Bill

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Coronavirus: Scaled back Hajj pilgrimage due to start in Saudi Arabia

Only a very limited number of Muslims living in the kingdom will be able to make the Hajj this year.

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Coronavirus: Hong Kong implements strict measures amid new cases

Dining in restaurants will be banned and only two people from different households can meet.

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Coronavirus on campus: 'We already lost prom and graduation...'

The BBC spoke to three students about the uncertainty of schools reopening in the age of Covid-19.

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Spain quarantine rules: The businesses fearing for their futures

Spain's struggling tourist businesses say the UK's new quarantine rules may drive them off the edge.

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Pre-colonial communities’ history of gender fluidity

The BBC spoke to three people from cultures that have a long history of gender fluidity.

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Staycation: 'I would if I could find somewhere'

Holiday rental firms and hotels are reporting unprecedented demand with accommodation filling up fast.

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Fraud: Banks reveal the 10 coronavirus scams to be wary of

Fraudsters are using Covid-19 as an excuse to prey on consumers' financial worries.

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Tech giants Facebook, Google, Apple and Amazon to face Congress

The bosses of Facebook, Google, Apple and Amazon are set to be grilled by Congress.

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'My first stall was a filing cabinet on wheels'

CEO Tom Mercer says he started his firm, MOMA Foods, using "a filing cabinet on wheels” as a stall.

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Saudi Hajj coronavirus curbs mean 'no work, no salary, nothing'

Covid-19 has hit the annual Hajj and with no international pilgrims, many firms both in Saudi and abroad are suffering.

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FOX NEWS: Brutal brawl breaks out at Hard Rock hotel, leads to multiple arrests

Brutal brawl breaks out at Hard Rock hotel, leads to multiple arrests

That’s not social distancing.

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Covid studies aim to save BAME lives 'within months'

The government is to plough millions into research into why the communities are at increased risk.

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Coronavirus: Hong Kong implements strict measures amid new cases

Dining in restaurants will be banned and only two people from different households can meet.

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Prince William meets Peter Crouch: Duke of Cambridge on lockdown, Twitter and mental health

Prince William speaks to the Peter Crouch Podcast about his experience of lockdown, importance of football... and karaoke.

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