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The New York Times
- Helicopter in Kobe Bryant's Death Didn't Have 'Black Box': Live Updates January 28, 2020Investigators, who recovered an iPad, said they would explore all possible causes of the crash, including mechanical failure.
- Doctors Could Face Criminal Charges for Treating Transgender Teens January 27, 2020In South Dakota and other states, lawmakers are considering bills that would restrict access to hormone treatment and surgeries for young transgender people.
- ‘There’s Nothing Left’: An Inferno Tears Through Alabama Boat Dock, Killing 8 January 28, 2020The fire tore through a wooden dock in Scottsboro, destroying dozens of boats and plunging survivors into the water.
- The 9 Victims of the Helicopter Crash That Killed Kobe Bryant January 28, 2020A college baseball coach. A pilot with years of experience. Young basketball players and their parents. Here is what we know about everyone on board.
- How Impeachment Puts Doug Jones in a No-Win Situation in Alabama January 28, 2020Mr. Jones, the lone Democratic senator from the Deep South, is in a precarious political position as he cautiously approaches impeachment in a state where President Trump is immensely popular.
- Kobe Bryant’s Fans in California Remember the Lakers Legend January 28, 2020Tuesday: More details emerge about the helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant. Also: An early encounter with the star.
- Coronavirus, Kobe Bryant, Israel: Your Tuesday Briefing January 28, 2020Here's what you need to know.
- On Politics: A Sanders Scenario January 28, 2020How Sanders can win, calls for Bolton to testify, Warren’s new line: This is your morning tip sheet.
The New Orleans Times-Picayune
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- Germany confirms first human coronavirus transmission in Europe January 28, 2020Man infected by colleague who appeared not to have symptoms when virus was transmittedLatest Coronavirus news: live updatesThe first human to human transmission of the Wuhan coronavirus in Europe has been reported in Germany, where a man was infected by a work colleague who had been in China, fuelling anxieties about the potential ease of international sprea […]
- Boris Johnson gives green light for Huawei 5G infrastructure role January 28, 2020Chinese firm designated ‘high-risk vendor’ but will be allowed to build non-core elements of UK’s 5G networkHuawei decision: political reaction - liveThe Chinese tech firm Huawei has been designated a “high-risk vendor” but will be given the opportunity to build non-core elements of Britain’s 5G network, the government has announced.The company will be banne […]
- Netanyahu indicted in court after removing immunity request January 28, 2020Israeli prime minister to face trial on charges including bribery and breach of trustThe Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has been formally indicted in court on corruption charges after he withdrew his request for parliamentary immunity from prosecution.Netanyahu was in Washington for meetings with the US president, Donald Trump, ahead of the rele […]
- French police clash with firefighters during Paris protest January 28, 2020Riot police fire teargas and use batons against firefighters asking for pay rise French police have clashed with firefighters protesting in Paris against their working conditions and demanding more pay.Thousands of firefighters attended the demonstration in the French capital, asking for an increase in their hazard bonus, which has not changed since 1990. Co […]
- Trump impeachment: Republicans' unity at risk after Bolton revelations – live January 28, 2020Democrats push Republicans to support calling witnessesMitt Romney joins the Democrats’ pressure campaignSusan Collins and Lisa Murkowski likely to support requestHelp us cover the critical issues of 2020. Consider making a contribution 3.29pm GMT Lindsey Graham, a top Trump ally who has been watched closely on how he would approach potential testimony from […]
- Prince Andrew told to 'stop playing games' over Epstein inquiry January 28, 2020US lawyer representing alleged victims tells duke to ‘do the right thing’ and assist inquiryA US lawyer has called on Prince Andrew to “stop playing games” and assist authorities with their investigation into the Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking inquiry.Lisa Bloom, who represents five of Epstein’s alleged victims, said it was time for the Duke of York to “do […]
- Brexit: EU to start talks with UK over future relationship on 3 March January 28, 2020Negotiators face challenging 10-month deadline as leaked EU papers warn of ‘cliff edge’Negotiations on the UK’s post-Brexit relationship with the EU will start on 3 March, the Guardian has learned.Officials led by Michel Barnier and Boris Johnson’s Europe adviser, David Frost, will embark on the vital talks in the spring with a challenging 10-month deadline. […]
- Israel Folau: shock and outrage greets Catalans Dragons' signing January 28, 2020Controversial Australian returns to rugby league Wigan announce game v Dragons to be Pride DayThere is anger and frustration across rugby league after the sport’s governing body, the Rugby Football League, sanctioned Catalans Dragons’ move for the controversial Australian Israel Folau on a one-year deal. The French club say they want to give Folau, who has n […]
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- UK to allow Huawei 'limited role' in 5G network January 28, 2020The US failed to convince the prime minister to ban the Chinese firm from any involvement.
- Coronavirus: Hong Kong to slash border travel as virus spreads January 28, 2020It wants to drastically reduce visits from mainland China, where the death toll has reached 106.
- Coronavirus: Tales of solidarity from China's virus-hit Wuhan January 28, 2020The number of coronavirus cases continues to climb but some in Wuhan are determined to spread cheer.
- Netanyahu indicted in court on corruption charges after dropping immunity bid January 28, 2020The Israeli prime minister had requested parliamentary immunity after being charged in November.
- Jeffrey Epstein accusers outraged by Prince Andrew's 'lack of co-operation' January 28, 2020US lawyers, representing some of the late Jeffrey Epstein's accusers, urge the duke to assist the probe.
- Man arrested with 30 phones in cycling shorts after rock gig January 28, 2020Dutch police catch a suspect in a tight spot after being alerted to mobile phone thefts.
- Kobe Bryant: Washington Post reporter suspended after tweets January 28, 2020The Washington Post suspended Felicia Sonmez over tweets about sexual claims against Kobe Bryant.
- Fugitive Colombian senator Aída Merlano captured in Venezuela January 28, 2020Aída Merlano, who escaped from a dental surgery using a rope last year, is caught across the border.
