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That “Cartoon Scandal”: Episode 10, “A Door Marked Exit”

• December 13, 2013 • Comments Off

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That “Cartoon Scandal”: Episode 8, ‘Vermont Is For Lovers, Too’

• November 22, 2013 • Comments Off

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That “Scandal Cartoon”: Episode 7, ‘Everything’s Coming Up Mellie’

• November 16, 2013 • Comments Off

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George Floyd Protests: Live Updates and Video June 1, 2020
As cities brace for a seventh day of protests and possible violence, President Trump berates governors and demands a much harsher response.
How Minneapolis, One of America’s Most Liberal Cities, Struggles With Racism June 1, 2020
The Midwestern city that has been the site of unrest views itself as embracing multiculturalism. But it also struggles with segregation and racial gaps on education.
As Coronavirus Toll Preoccupies U.S., Rivals Test Limits of American Power June 1, 2020
The coronavirus may have changed almost everything, but it didn’t change this: Global competition spins ahead — and in many ways has accelerated.
Is America’s Pandemic Waning or Raging? Yes June 1, 2020
A single day reveals divergent realities across the country: As cases drop in the Northeast and some cities reopen, other places report stubbornly high numbers.
Retailers, Battered by Pandemic, Now Confront Protests June 1, 2020
Even as major chains boarded up stores and halted operations, they largely sought to convey empathy for demonstrators and did not condemn the damage to their businesses.
Mass Extinctions Are Accelerating, Scientists Report June 1, 2020
Five hundred species are likely to become extinct over the next two decades, according to a new study.
How Did George Floyd Die? A Private Autopsy Said It Was Asphyxiation June 1, 2020
A private autopsy commissioned by the family concluded that his death was a homicide, brought about by compression of his neck and back by Minneapolis police officers.
E.P.A. Limits States’ Power to Oppose Pipelines and Other Energy Projects June 1, 2020
The agency tweaked the rules on how to apply the Clean Water Act, which New York and other states have used to fight fossil-fuel ventures.

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Coronavirus news live: no new Covid-19 deaths in Spain for first time since March June 1, 2020
South Africa reverses decision to open schools; Sweden reports fewest new infections since 27 March, Brazil passes 500,000 casesIran’s rapid rise in cases stokes fears of second waveColosseum reopens to touristsCoronavirus latest: at a glanceSee all our coronavirus coverage 8.59pm BST In the UK, ministers in the devolved administrations have criticised limit […]
Could Covid-19 have reached the UK earlier than thought? June 1, 2020
WHO is urging countries to investigate any suspicious deaths so virus can be better understoodCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageA day before the first confirmed fatality from coronavirus outside mainland China was reported on 2 February this year, the death of the influential guitarist and musician Andy Gill was announced. The 64-ye […]
Iran's rapid rise in Covid-19 cases stokes fears of second wave June 1, 2020
Health ministry reports 3,000 new cases in 24 hours after lockdown was eased in AprilFears that Iran is in the grip of a second wave of coronavirus have been reinforced, with the health ministry saying 3,000 new cases were recorded in 24 hours – the highest figure for two months.The Islamic Republic, one of the worst-hit countries in the Middle East, started […]
Global report: Wuhan reports no asymptomatic cases for first time June 1, 2020
Chinese city marks recovery milestone; English health officials voice concern over loosened lockdown; Brazil pass 500,000 casesCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageThe Chinese city of Wuhan, where the Covid-19 pandemic began, reported no new asymptomatic cases for the first time on Sunday, according to Chinese health officials.Mainland […]
Hong Kong police ban Tiananmen memorial vigil, citing Covid-19 June 1, 2020
Announcement means event will not be held for first time since massacre in 1989Coronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageHong Kong police have formally banned this week’s vigil for the Tiananmen Square massacre, citing Covid-19 measures.The move had been expected, especially after the Hong Kong government extended its ban on public gatherin […]
EU has no legal duty to give UK trade privileges, document says June 1, 2020
Paper concludes EU does not have to offer privileges given to others in previous dealsThe EU has no legal duty to grant the UK privileges offered to other countries in trade deals, an internal European parliament paper has concluded ahead of a crucial round of Brexit talks this week.The document, drawn up by officials for the parliament’s UK coordination gro […]
'Palestinian lives matter': Israeli police killing of autistic man draws US comparison June 1, 2020
Caregiver for Iyad Halak says she told police he was disabled shortly before he was shotA caregiver for an unarmed, autistic Palestinian man killed in Jerusalem by Israeli police has said she repeatedly warned officers he was disabled before they opened fire, in a case that has drawn parallels with US police violence.The body of Iyad Halak, 32, was buried la […]
Facebook employees hold virtual walkout over Mark Zuckerberg's refusal to act against Trump June 1, 2020
Workers express dissatisfaction with the company’s decision to not remove the president’s post which appeared to incite violenceFacebook employees are staging a rebellion over Mark Zuckerberg’s refusal to act against Donald Trump, expressing their dissatisfaction with their boss on social media in a rare public display of dissent and, in some cases, staging […]

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George Floyd died of asphyxia, private post-mortem finds June 1, 2020
African-American man whose death sparked protests died due to police officers' actions, examiners say.
Tiananmen: Police ban Hong Kong vigil for victims of 1989 crackdown June 1, 2020
Authorities say the decision was taken due to public health concerns amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Facebook staff anger over Trump post June 1, 2020
Employees say they are ‘ashamed’ that a controversial post by the President was not removed.
George Floyd death: Liverpool players take knee in picture at Anfield June 1, 2020
Liverpool players displayed a message of support by taking a knee around the centre circle at Anfield after the death in police custody of African-American George Floyd in Minneapolis.
Japan launches surprise fireworks to lift spirits amid pandemic June 1, 2020
The displays, at secret locations across Japan, were designed to lift spirits amid the pandemic.
Autistic Palestinian shot by Israeli police buried amid revenge call June 1, 2020
Hundreds attend the funeral of Iyad Halaq, who was shot dead while walking in Jerusalem's Old City.
George Floyd: Music industry calls for 'blackout' over death June 1, 2020
Record labels say they will not release new music this week, as musicians join protests in the US.
Coronavirus: Lockdown eased in Moscow after nine weeks June 1, 2020
Parks and shopping centres reopen and people are allowed out for walks, as cases continue to rise.