As inquiry into last year's bushfires prepares to report, those who lost everything hope others do not suffer same fate.
Friday, July 31, 2020
Hong Kong 'issues arrest warrants' for exiled democracy activists
Chinese state television says Hong Kong police ordered arrest of the six activists on charges of violating security law.
Mexico posts world's third-highest coronavirus death toll: Live
Mexico reports 46,688 fatalities, overtaking the UK to log the world's third-highest COVID-19 death toll.
Fauci Is Returning to Capitol Hill
Dr. Anthony Fauci returns to Capitol Hill on Friday to testify before a special House panel investigating the coronavirus pandemic. His testimony comes at a time when early progress on combating the virus seems to have been lost and uncertainty clouds the nation's path forward, the AP reports. The government's...Saudi King Salman leaves hospital after gall bladder surgery
The 84-year-old monarch tweets Eid greetings after ending 10-day stay at hospital where he underwent surgery.
What is Eid al-Adha and how is it celebrated?
Also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, Muslims will celebrate it in most countries on July 31.
Ellen DeGeneres Is Sorry
After a probe was launched into the allegedly "toxic" environment at The Ellen DeGeneres Show , the host is apologizing to her staff. "On day one of our show, I told everyone in our first meeting that The Ellen DeGeneres Show would be a place of happiness—no one would ever...MTV Adds New VMAs for the Coronavirus Era
The MTV Video Music Awards will have two new categories this year, as fitting for the coronavirus era: "Best Music Video from Home" and "Best Quarantine Performance." Among the nominees for the latter is DJ D-Nice, who, back in March at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, performed for 9...Al Jazeera Investigates podcast: How to Sell a Massacre
Inside an undercover investigation into the US gun lobby that rocked Australia.
The Great Wall of Japan
101 East investigates the controversies surrounding the building of Japan's enormous tsunami wall.
Trump Dodges Questions About Delaying Election
Asked multiple times how serious he was when he suggested delaying the November election , President Trump "dodged" the question at his Thursday press briefing, per the Hill . Instead of answering directly, he continued to suggest the election will be invalid if held as scheduled, due to the number of people...2 Planes Collide Fighting Nevada Fire
Two pilots are dead after the air tankers they were flying collided while fighting Nevada's Bishop Fire Thursday. They were the only people aboard the single-engine planes, which were based out of Utah and were being used in an attempt to bring the wildfire under control, News 3 Las Vegas...Senate Fails to Extend Unemployment Benefits That Expire Friday
With aid expiring, the White House offered a short-term extension Thursday of a $600 weekly unemployment benefit that has helped keep families and the economy afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic, but Democrats rejected it, saying President Trump’s team failed to grasp the severity of the crisis. Democratic leaders panned the...Thursday, July 30, 2020
Joshua Wong vows to fight on after HK election disqualifications
Hong Kong says candidates cannot run in September election because they do not agree with controversial security law.
Megachurch Leader Once Again Charged With Child Rape
California on Wednesday charged the leader of a Mexican megachurch with child rape and human trafficking, months after a court dismissed the previous allegations because of prosecution errors, the AP reports. Naasón JoaquÃn GarcÃa, the self-proclaimed apostle of La Luz del Mundo, was charged with three dozen felony counts. Also...'Endure some more': Philippines extends coronavirus lockdown
President Rodrigo Duterte says cases of the virus remain too high for restrictions to be eased.
Australia state flags new curbs in struggle to tame coronavirus
One in four people diagnosed with virus found not to be at home when officials called, raising concerns about spread.
'A fair go': Australia to force tech giants to pay media for news
The initiative is being closely watched, with news media suffering as tech giants have hoovered up advertising revenue.
Vietnam posts record jump in coronavirus cases: Live updates
Vietnam reports 45 new infections in city of Da Nang, marking highest daily jump since pandemic began.
Obama aims criticism at Trump in eulogy for civil rights leader
Without mentioning him by name, ex-president lambasts Trump's handling of ongoing civil unrest and voting procedures.
For Fauci, First Pitch Didn't Add Up
Dr. Anthony Fauci apparently miscalculated. After not throwing a baseball for decades, he practiced for two days for the first pitch at the Washington Nationals game last week, Yahoo Sports reports. Fauci thought he'd marked the throw off at 60 feet, he told the ESPN Daily podcast, but realizes now...Russia's GRU Among Those Hit by EU Cyberattack Sanctions
The European Union on Thursday imposed its first-ever sanctions over cyberattacks, slapping them on alleged Russian military agents, Chinese cyber spies, and organizations including a North Korean firm. The six people and three groups hit with sanctions include Russia's GRU military intelligence agency, the AP reports. EU headquarters blamed them...Missouri prosecutor declines charges in Ferguson teen's death
Death of Michael Brown at the hands of police in 2014 led to protests and helped spawn the Black Lives Matter movement.
Portland prepares for US agents to step back from protests
President Donald Trump had insisted that US officers would stay in Portland until the violence got under control.
Entire College Team Isolated
After at least 15 players tested positive for the coronavirus, the Rutgers University football program has been shut down. The state health commissioner tied the outbreak to recent gatherings, CNN reports. "We have had several circumstances where indoor and outdoor gatherings in our state have led to community clusters of...Review Fails to Bring Charges in Death of Michael Brown
St. Louis County’s top prosecutor announced Thursday that he will not charge the former police officer who fatally shot Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri—a dramatic decision that could reopen old wounds amid a renewed and intense national conversation about racial injustice and police treatment of minorities. It was nearly...Yazidi children 'left alone' to deal with ISIL captivity trauma
Some 2,000 survivors of torture, rape and other abuses now live with severe physical illnesses, psychological distress.
Arrest Made After Fire at Arizona Democratic HQ
Authorities on Wednesday announced an arrest in an arson fire that destroyed much of the Arizona and Maricopa County Democratic Party headquarters. Phoenix police said 29-year-old Matthew Egler was booked on one count of arson of an occupied structure. No information about a possible motive was disclosed and it was...Meet the teacher pedalling knowledge to students amid pandemic
Gerardo Ixcoy turned a tricycle into mobile classroom to address remote-learning challenges in his Guatemalan community.
Inside Baltimore's human trafficking industry
Survivors of sex trafficking and those who investigate it in the city share their stories.
'Not a good day': Australia logs record coronavirus cases, deaths
Australia's Victoria state mandates face masks and extends physical distancing rules amid record infections.
Malaysia, Philippines in war of words over Sabah claim
Malaysian foreign minister summons Philippine ambassador over comments by Manila's top diplomat.
Orchestra Baobab's Balla Sidibe, a 'giant' of music, dies
Tributes pour in for founding member of iconic Afro-Latin group Orchestra Baobab, established in Senegal 50 years ago.
Hajj restricted: This is not the first time
The sweeping curbs this year will not be the first time the Muslim ritual has been partially or fully halted.
Trump's Promise to Suburbanites Decried as Racist
Reaction was pouring in after President Trump on Wednesday promised those "living their Suburban Lifestyle Dream" that he would protect them from low-income housing being built in their neighborhoods. He first made the vow in a tweet , which he followed up with remarks during a visit to Texas. "People fight...Here's How the 2020 Emmys Will Work
The Emmys will be held virtually, host Jimmy Kimmel and the producers of the awards show confirmed Wednesday. "As you’ve probably guessed, we’re not going to be asking you to come to the Microsoft Theatre in downtown LA on September 20th," reads a letter sent to key acting nominees, as...RBG Admitted to Hospital Again
Ruth Bader Ginsburg was admitted to a New York hospital Wednesday for a routine non-surgical procedure, a high court spokesperson tells NBC News . The Supreme Court justice had a bile stent corrected. The minimally invasive procedure was the latest in a string of health issues to make headlines for the...Baghdad Hits 125 Degrees
Baghdad hit 125.2 degrees Tuesday, the highest temperature ever recorded for the city in Iraq. The Middle East is in the midst of a heat wave, and on Wednesday, Baghdad hit its second-highest temperature ever: 124 degrees. The previous record, set in July 2015, was 123.8, the Washington...Wednesday, July 29, 2020
After Gohmert's Positive Test, Pelosi Mandates Masks
Rep. Louie Gohmert opposed the idea of a mandate to wear masks on the House floor, then tested positive for COVID-19 himself —and now such a mandate has come to pass. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced Wednesday that masks are now required on the House floor, in the House halls,...Founding Member of the Roots Dead at 47
Malik B, a rapper and founding member of The Roots, has died. He was 47. The group announced the death of the Philadelphia-born emcee in a social media post Wednesday, the AP reports. The cause of death was not released. Malik B, whose real name is Malik Abdul Basit, was...US records a coronavirus death every minute as toll tops 150,000
COVID-19 deaths are rising at their fastest rate since May as California, Texas and Florida all set one-day records.
'Worst phase of pandemic': Brazil hits record daily deaths, cases
President Bolsonaro insists on lifting restrictions even as cases hit more than 2.5 million with over 90,000 deaths.
Hong Kong students held in first arrests under new security law
The detention of the four, one just 16, is the first under legislation that was imposed by Beijing earlier this month.
Coronavirus outbreak accelerating in Brazil, US: Live updates
Brazil reports record daily cases, deaths; US deaths pass 150,000; Victoria set to announce record cases.
Political talks stall in US on next round of coronavirus spending
President Trump, Senate Republicans and House Democrats are 'very far apart' on key goals for any spending package.
Madeleine McCann Probe Leads to 'Hidden Cellar'
A site involved in the Madeleine McCann investigation has led authorities to a "hidden cellar," Sky News reports. German police discovered the deep, 50-foot-wide hole in an allotment garden at a holiday chalet in Seelze, roughly 5 miles northwest of Hanover. Little else is known, but police say the suspect—...Pub Bans Emus for 'Bad Behavior'
An Australian Outback pub has banned emus for "bad behavior," and erected barriers to prevent the large, flightless birds from creating havoc inside. Locals and tourists have been bemused by the antics of the emus eager to steal food from people in Yaraka, a remote Queensland outpost with a permanent...Trump Unloads on Twitter About Portland and Housing
President Trump went "on a very aggressive Twitter streak this afternoon" and offered his take on federal agents in Portland—who may or may not be leaving the violence-wracked city, the Guardian reports. With Oregon Gov. Kate Brown saying she's reached a deal with the White House to pull out...One State Sets High Bar for Visitors
Traveling to Alaska? Gov. Mike Dunleavy says that as of Aug. 11 you'll need to take a COVID-19 test 72 hours before arriving, the Anchorage Daily News reports. It's a departure from the state's current policy, which lets visitors test before or after arriving, or endure 14 days of quarantine....The Things We Keep: Which news stories stay with us and why?
In an age of non-stop news feeds and disposable media, which stories and images stay with us and how do they shape us?
India: Dalit woman's body taken off funeral pyre in Uttar Pradesh
Anger at caste discrimination flares after a group of men in Agra prevents the woman's cremation on communal land.
Hong Kong 'on brink of large-scale' coronavirus outbreak
Carrie Lam's warning comes as Hong Kong implements its toughest measures yet to stem spread of COVID-19.
Guinea protests: Demands for justice and accountability
Nearly 80 protesters have been killed in Guinea since last year. But, there have been no arrests or accountability for those involved.
Police Say 'Umbrella Man' Is Actually a White Supremacist
"Umbrella Man," the apparent protester caught on a viral video smashing the windows of a Minneapolis auto parts store with a sledgehammer while carrying an umbrella, was actually a white supremacist trying to incite rioting over the death of George Floyd, which had taken place two days prior, police say....Federal Agents Depart Seattle
The feds have left Seattle. The federal security detail deployed to the city amid ongoing civil unrest withdrew after pressure from state and local officials, Gov. Jay Inslee's office said Tuesday. Inslee was among those arguing that a show of force by the feds could lead to more violence and...Spain COVID-19 surge sparks fears of a second wave
Fears are growing over a possible return to a heavy lockdown across Spain if the nation cannot bring its latest coronavirus infections under control.
Yemen's southern separatists abandon self-rule, push peace deal
Move comes after Saudi Arabia proposed plan to 'accelerate' peace deal, including forming a government within 30 days.
Senegal's village of women
Women in northeast Senegal are using solar-powered irrigation to farm food and halt the encroaching desert.
Iran Missiles Bombard Fake US Aircraft Carrier
Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard launched missiles Tuesday targeting a mock aircraft carrier in the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a drill that included such a barrage of fire the US military temporarily put two regional bases in the Mideast on alert amid tensions between the two countries, the AP reports. "While...Tuesday, July 28, 2020
Rare tiger sighting raises Southeast Asia conservation hopes
Camera traps recorded three tigers in an area of western Thailand where the big cat had not been seen for four years.
Biden's Notes on Harris Include: 'Do Not Hold Grudges'
Joe Biden's notes at a Tuesday campaign event, spotted by an AP reporter, included this notable one about Kamala Harris: "Do not hold grudges." Four other talking points were also outlined beneath her name: "Campaigned with me & Jill," "Talented," "Great help to campaign," "Great respect for her." The event,...'More dangerous every day': Land rights defenders killings surge
Colombia and Philippines account for more than half those killed in 2019, with Indigenous people at greatest risk.
Hong Kong University fires prominent democracy activist Benny Tai
'Umbrella Movement' leader, who was jailed for his activism, said decision marks an end to academic freedom in the city.
China reports most coronavirus cases since April: Live updates
Mainland announces 101 cases, 89 in Xinjiang; US Congress divided on relief plan; Australia deploys emergency teams.
Feds Face Lawsuit From Wall of Moms
The Wall of Moms is taking the federal government to court. Members of the protest group, who were seen linking arms to defend protesters in Portland, and the Don't Shoot Portland police accountability group have filed a lawsuit accusing federal agents of using violence to "stamp out peaceful and constitutionally...Police agencies withdraw from convention duty over tear gas rules
Departments that pledged to send officers to help with security during Democratic convention withdraw those offers.
'Nobody Likes Me,' Trump Complains at COVID Briefing
At Tuesday's coronavirus briefing, President Trump addressed the issue of his own popularity. "Nobody likes me," the president complained when a reporter asked why Dr. Anthony Fauci had been absent from recent briefings. "He’s got a very good approval rating, and I like that. It’s good," Trump said, per the...Harvard professor accused of China ties faces US tax charges
Charles Lieber was charged with failing to report income he received from Wuhan University of Technology in China.
US AG Barr tells Congress violent US protests must be stopped
Agitators use lasers, slingshots, fireworks and kerosene against US officers defending US courthouse, Barr says.
Russia spreading disinformation about coronavirus: US officials
The information had been classified, but officials said it had been downgraded so they could discuss it more freely.
Italian Tenor Says He Was 'Humiliated' by Lockdown
Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli, who recovered from COVID-19 and whose moving Easter performance sought to raise hopes during the pandemic, is striking a different public note, saying Italy's lockdown made him feel "humiliated and offended" by depriving him of his freedom. Bocelli spoke at a panel Monday in a Senate...Cops: Woman Rammed Car, Killing 3-Month-Old Daughter
A 21-year-old Atlanta woman has been charged with felony murder after allegedly ramming a vehicle carrying her 3-month-old daughter and the child's father, killing the infant. Police say Titayanna Phillips deliberately drove into the vehicle after the child's father placed the baby inside and started driving away, Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports....Kenya extends coronavirus curfew, restricts alcohol sales
President Uhuru Kenyatta extends nationwide curfew, blaming 'reckless' behaviour for steep surge in infections.
Extremely Rare: Maine Swimmer Killed in Shark Attack
In what an expert says is a tragic first in Maine, a swimmer was killed in a shark attack Monday afternoon. The woman was swimming off Bailey Island in Harpswell when she was attacked; two kayakers brought her and another woman who was swimming with her to shore. The victim...Suspect With Coronavirus Coughs, Spits On Police Officer
Oregon police officers were trying to arrest a suspect in a McDonald's parking lot early Sunday when he allegedly coughed and spit on a female officer—who must now quarantine, because the suspect was infected with the coronavirus. He knew of his diagnosis, police say. Miguel Hernandez-Cuesta, 24, was allegedly...Barr: Portland Rioting Not Connected to Floyd's Death
Attorney General William Barr is defending the aggressive federal law enforcement response to civil unrest in America, saying “violent rioters and anarchists have hijacked legitimate protests” sparked by George Floyd’s death at the hands of Minneapolis police. Barr will tell members of the House Judiciary Committee at a much-anticipated hearing...Coronavirus: South Asia animal sellers go online for Eid al-Adha
Pandemic badly hits India, Bangladesh and Pakistan markets as fears about catching the virus keep customers away.
Face masks and COVID-19: All you need to know
We take a look at the different types of masks and how best to use them to stay safe and curb the spread of coronavirus.
Hilary Mantel, Tsitsi Dangarembga among Booker Prize contenders
Eight debut novelists are also in the running for the 2020 Man Booker Prize.
Kim says N Korea's nuclear arms guarantee security, prevent war
North Korea's leader signals he has no intention of giving up nuclear weapons despite deadlock in talks with US.
Trump Won't Pay Respects to John Lewis
President Trump and Rep. John Lewis, the late civil rights icon, didn't exactly get along . So it's perhaps not surprising that the POTUS revealed Monday he won't be paying respects to Lewis as he lies in state. "No, I won't be going, no," Trump told reporters regarding Lewis' memorial services,...Organizers of 700-Person Party Cited Amid Pandemic
Safe to say an Airbnb party broken up by New Jersey police Sunday night violated the state's executive order regarding gatherings amid the coronavirus pandemic. By the time police got there, more than 700 guests were in attendance, with more continuing to arrive, NJ.com reports.The home's owner, plus...Probe Launched Into 'Toxic' Ellen Show Workplace
Months after Variety published a piece on "furious," "distressed," and "outraged" crew members on the Ellen DeGeneres Show , the magazine reports that WarnerMedia has launched an internal investigation. The probe comes after another piece on the "toxic work culture" at the show, this one published on BuzzFeed earlier this month....Monday, July 27, 2020
Bad News for Malaysia's Ex-PM in First Trial
A Malaysian court pronounced former Prime Minister Najib Razak guilty Tuesday in his first corruption trial over the multibillion-dollar looting of the 1MDB investment fund, the AP reports. The ruling came five months after a new government took power with Najib’s Malay party the biggest bloc in the alliance. His...Malaysia's Najib guilty of all charges in 1MDB-linked graft case
First in series of cases against former prime minister test country's effort to stamp out corruption in government.
New Zealand suspends extradition treaty with Hong Kong
New Zealand says it can no longer trust Hong Kong's legal system because of the imposition of a new security law.
Coronavirus food disruption raises risk to children: Live updates
UN warns of stunting risk, WHO cautions on travel bans, world's biggest coronavirus vaccine trial gets under way.
US will not expel migrant children detained in Texas hotel
US immigration officials removed the children from the hotel but would not say where they had taken them.
Timeline: How Malaysia's 1MDB financial scandal unfolded
1MDB was set up as a state fund to drive new investment in Malaysia, but investigators say the money went elsewhere.
Virus Passes Over Italian Island
Stranded on a tiny Italian island, a cancer researcher grew alarmed as one, and then three more visitors fell ill with COVID-19. Paola Muti braced for a rapid spread of the coronavirus to the 800 close-knit islanders. Her mother was born on Giglio Island, and she often stays at the...Baseball Outbreak Is 'Off-the-Charts Bad'
A consensus has emerged since the coronavirus outbreak on the Miami Marlins that caused four MLB teams to sit out Monday. "This is bad, really bad, and it will get worse," Tim Brown writes on Yahoo Sports . "My level of concern went from an 8 to a 12," said the...Najib faces first 1MDB verdict after shift in Malaysian politics
Judge to give verdict in first case relating to failed state fund in decision which could have a major political impact.
Notre Dame withdraws from hosting US presidential debate
The university, the second to pull out as a host, said holding the event would require too many health precautions.
Notre Dame Drops Out of Presidential Debate
The University of Michigan did it last month, and now Notre Dame has decided it won't host the presidential debate scheduled for its campus. "The necessary health precautions would have greatly diminished the educational value of hosting the debate on our campus," the university's president said in a statement, NBC...Sophie Turner, Joe Jonas Welcome First Child
Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner have welcomed their first child, 15 months after their surprise wedding in Las Vegas . The 24-year-old Game of Thrones star and Jonas, 30, "are delighted to announce the birth of their baby," a rep tells E! News . The couple, who closely guard their privacy, never...Iraq: At least two killed in renewed anti-government protests
Dozens also wounded in Baghdad's Tahrir Square during rally against corruption and lack of jobs and basic services.
Kudlow on Next Stimulus Bill: 'There's a $1.2K Check Coming'
Senate Republicans are set to release a $1 trillion coronavirus relief package on Monday, and with that deal, Americans can expect checks similar to the ones sent out in the last round. "There's a $1,200 check coming," White House chief economic adviser Larry Kudlow said in a Sunday appearance...Trump: They're 'Anarchists,' Not 'Protesters'
Another volatile weekend of protests are over, particularly in Portland and Seattle . Developments: Portland: A bag containing loaded rifle magazines and Molotov cocktails was found at a park near where protests have been staged for two months in Portland, police said. A photo of the items was shared in a...ECOWAS to hold extraordinary summit over Mali's political crisis
Regional bloc's virtual meeting comes days after mediation efforts by five West African leaders ended without a deal.
Qatar announces plan to bid for 2032 Olympic Games
Qatar Olympic Committee formally requests to join 'continuous dialogue' to host the Games as early as 12 years from now.
'No longer at a crossroads': S Africa's enduring COVID-19 battle
With fifth-highest coronavirus caseload globally, South Africa braces for peak-infection period amid graft allegations.
Dozens killed in renewed violence in Sudan's Darfur: UN
UN reports killing of more than 60 people in Darfur as Sudan PM promises fresh troops for the war-torn region.
16 Rescuers Carry 'Massive' St. Bernard Down Mountain
St. Bernards were bred to help rescue people in the Alps—but in England on Sunday, it was humans who had to rescue a St. Bernard from the country's highest mountain. The 121-pound dog, named Daisy, stopped moving and refused to go any further after showing signs of leg pain...Monica Lewinsky's Twitter Joke Goes Viral
Monica Lewinsky's joke is winning the internet, at least according to some. As the Guardian explains, "I have a joke" was trending on Twitter Friday, and writer Nell Scovell's take was, "I have a Charles Manson joke and it kills." Lewinsky replied to that with: "i have an intern joke...In Pictures: The two Koreas mark armistice anniversary
Millions were killed during the three-year war, which began in 1950 when communist North invaded the US-backed South.
Caught between climate crisis and armed violence in Burkina Faso
Desperate families in the Sahelian country are plagued by a double burden that has left many displaced and destitute.
Malaysia finds Rohingya feared drowned hiding on island
Malaysia has stepped up patrols around its maritime borders as Rohingya attempt to reach the country by boat.
Walmart Bans Couple Who Wore Swastika Masks
A couple who flaunted their swastika masks at a Minnesota Walmart has been banned from Walmarts across the US for at least a year, BuzzFeed News reports. A video of the couple taken Saturday was posted to Facebook, where it went viral (you can watch it here , but be warned...Shots Fired Near Portland Protest Site
Police in Portland, Oregon, arrested two people after reports that a shot was fired Sunday night near where thousands of people have turned out nightly for protests in the city that has become the epicenter of national unrest over George Floyd’s death, the AP reports. Officers responded to the scene...Tom Cotton Calls Slavery 'a Necessary Evil'
"As the Founding Fathers said, it was the necessary evil upon which the union was built." That's how Sen. Tom Cotton described slavery in an interview with the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Friday. The Republican was speaking out against the 1619 Project at the time, a New York Times -based curriculum examining...Rita Wilson, Tom Hanks Now Greek Citizens
Rita Wilson, who is partially of Greek descent, and husband Tom Hanks are now officially Greek citizens. The country's prime minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, announced Sunday that the celebrity couple had received citizenship, posting an Instagram photo of them holding their new Greek passports alongside the PM and his wife. Wilson,...Sunday, July 26, 2020
After Order From China, US Shutters Consulate
The US closed its consulate in the southwestern Chinese city of Chengdu on Monday, a victim of the rising tensions between the global powers, the AP reports. China ordered the mission closed late last week in retaliation for a US order to shut down the Chinese Consulate in Houston earlier...
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