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Meet Betty Dukes, The Black Woman Who Helped Launch the Class Action Discrimination Suit Against Wal-Mart

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The New York Times

The Evangelical, the ‘Pool Boy,’ the Comedian and Michael Cohen June 19, 2019
Jerry Falwell Jr. defied expectations when he supported Donald J. Trump in 2016. Now details are emerging about behind-the-scenes maneuvering before the endorsement.
People Are Taking Emotional Support Animals Everywhere. States Are Cracking Down. June 19, 2019
More Americans are saying they need a variety of animals — dogs, ducks, even insects — for their mental health. But critics say many are really just pets that do not merit special status.
‘It’s Called Genocide’: Newsom Apologizes to the State’s Native Americans June 19, 2019
Wednesday: What does an apology mean? Also: Facebook’s cryptocurrency play and happy birthday to Theodore Payne.
How a Dallas Photojournalist Captured an Image of a Gunman Mid-Attack June 19, 2019
“Was I in the right place at the wrong time, or was I in the wrong place at the right time?” the photojournalist, Tom Fox of The Dallas Morning News, said after a man opened fire at a federal courthouse.
A Beached Whale Needs Somewhere to Rot. How About Your Place? June 18, 2019
So many gray whales have been washing up in Washington State this year that officials are short of places to put them, and are asking coastal landowners to volunteer. Some have said yes.
Michigan Woman Drove Car With 2 Daughters Into River, Killing All 3, Police Say June 19, 2019
The authorities are trying to piece together what led to the deaths of the woman and her twin daughters, whose bodies were found in the Kalamazoo River.
Reparations Are Rare in America, but They Have Been Paid Before June 19, 2019
With a renewed focus on reparations for slavery, what lessons can be drawn from payments to victims of other historical injustices in America?
As Trump Threatens Deportations, Immigrant Communities Brace for New Arrests June 19, 2019
President Trump has pledged to deport “millions” in a new crackdown on illegal immigration, spreading new fears in immigrant communities.

The New Orleans Times-Picayune

Bourbon Street reconstruction cost doubles, start of 2nd half delayed to May 2018 August 23, 2017
Final cost has jumped from original estimate of $6 million to over $13 million.
Should Congress ban the use of government shutdowns? February 12, 2019
Several pieces of legislation have been proposed to make shutdowns obsolete, but many lawmakers want the threat to negotiate with.
Should navigation apps warn when police are nearby? February 11, 2019
Some navigations apps do more than tell you when to turn left or right; they tell you when you're approaching a police checkpoint.
Was Matthew Whitaker disrespectful in his Congressional hearing? February 9, 2019
With days left before the Senate votes to confirm his successor William Barr, Acting Attorney General Matthew Whitaker was called in to answer questions from the House Judiciary Committee
Should Ralph Northam resign? February 5, 2019
The governor initially admitted to being in the photo and apologized, only to recant the next day.
Should former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz actually run for president? January 31, 2019
Howard Schultz, the former CEO of Starbucks, has announced his intention to explore a run for president.
Is it realistic to save money after college? January 28, 2019
Experts say that you should aim to save 25 percent of your gross pay by your early twenties and the equivalent of your annual salary by your thirties.
Can Democratic presidential nominees outrun their baggage? January 23, 2019
As the Democratic field for president becomes more crowded every day, every life decision and each vote is coming under intense scrutiny.

The Guardian, UK

‘Credible evidence’ Saudi crown prince liable for Khashoggi killing – UN report June 19, 2019
Mohammed bin Salman should be investigated over journalist’s murder, says report The crown prince of Saudi Arabia should be investigated over the murder of the dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi because there is “credible evidence” that he and other senior officials are liable for the killing, according to a damning and forensic UN report.In an excoriating […]
Himalayan glacier melting doubled since 2000, scientists reveal June 19, 2019
Ice losses indicate ‘devastating’ future for region and 1 billion people who depend on it for waterThe melting of Himalayan glaciers has doubled since the turn of the century, with more than a quarter of all ice lost over the last four decades, scientists have revealed. The accelerating losses indicate a “devastating” future for the region, upon which a bill […]
Tory leadership race: Stewart out as Johnson extends lead June 19, 2019
International development secretary loses 10 votes in third round of MPs’ votingFollow the day’s political developments - liveFull results of votingRory Stewart has been ousted from the Conservative leadership contest after losing 10 votes from Conservative MPs since the last round of voting and being leapfrogged by Sajid Javid who clung on to stay in the ra […]
Three Russians and one Ukrainian to face MH17 murder charges June 19, 2019
Four named as first to be charged over death of 298 people on flight downed over UkraineFour suspects will face murder charges for the shooting down of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17, three of them Russians, international investigators have said, with a trial due to start next March in the Netherlands.Almost five years after the plane was downed over eastern […]
UK, France and Germany in last-ditch effort to save Iran deal June 19, 2019
Diplomatic offensive aims to dissuade Tehran from breaching uranium limitsBritain, France and Germany are to mount a last-ditch effort to dissuade Iran from effectively quitting the nuclear deal, warning time was running out for negotiations and the risk of war in the region “has not been averted”.The diplomatic offensive includes a forthcoming visit by the […]
Corbyn statement on Brexit position fails to impress remainers June 19, 2019
Backers of second referendum express disappointment as Labour leader reiterates his positionLabour backers of a second referendum who had hoped for a decisive shift in their party’s policy towards remain have expressed disappointment after Jeremy Corbyn issued a lengthy statement reiterating his position. Related: Trying to unite the country over Brexit won’ […]
US beekeepers lost 40% of honeybee colonies over past year, survey finds June 19, 2019
Study marks worst winter on record for beekeepers, despite intensive push to stem lossesBeekeepers across the US lost four in 10 of their honeybee colonies over the past year, as the worst winter on record for tracked bee populations raised fresh concerns over the plight of the crucial pollinators.Over the past winter, 37% of honeybee colonies were lost to b […]
Emiliano Sala: man arrested over death of footballer June 19, 2019
Police investigating death of player in plane crash arrest man aged 64 from YorkshireDetectives investigating the death of the Cardiff City footballer Emiliano Sala have arrested a 64-year-old man from North Yorkshire on suspicion of manslaughter by an unlawful act, Dorset police have said.The Argentinian forward, who had signed for the Welsh club, died in a […]

The BBC

MH17: Four charged with shooting down plane over Ukraine June 19, 2019
The Malaysia Airlines jet was hit by a missile over Ukraine in July 2014, killing 298 people.
Nxivm: Sex cult leader Raniere found guilty in New York June 19, 2019
Leader of sex cult Nxivm Keith Raniere found guilty of all charges against him in a New York court.
Spy satellites reveal rapid Himalayan glacier melt June 19, 2019
The melting of Himalayan glaciers has doubled over the last 40 years, scientists say.
Slavery reparations hearing ignites fiery debate in Congress June 19, 2019
Congress examines the issue for the first time in a decade, despite Republican opposition.
Garissa University attack: Three convicted over Kenya massacre June 19, 2019
Three of four suspects are convicted on charges relating to the 2015 militant raid which killed 148.
Van Gogh 'suicide gun' sold at auction June 19, 2019
The gun sold for €162,000 - almost three times more than expected.
Rugby-playing detective tackles intruder June 19, 2019
An Australian detective was forced to take action after an unexpected interruption to a press conference.
South African MP punches man during alleged racist incident June 19, 2019
Phumzile van Damme says she punched a white man in self-defence at Cape Town's V&A Waterfront.