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The New York Times
- Will the Coronavirus Kill What’s Left of Americans’ Faith in Washington? May 23, 2020In 2019, just 17 percent of Americans said they trusted the federal government to do the right thing. The pandemic appears to be eroding their faith even more.
- Why Is the SAT Falling Out of Favor? May 24, 2020The University of California will no longer use SAT and ACT scores in admissions decisions. Critics say the tests put less wealthy students at a disadvantage.
- Investigators Say One Man Shot Ahmaud Arbery. Why Are Three Charged With Murder? May 23, 2020The authorities said Travis McMichael fired the fatal shots, yet his father and a neighbor also are charged with murder in connection with Mr. Arbery’s death.
- Lori Loughlin Pleads Guilty via Zoom in College Admissions Case May 22, 2020As part of an agreement with prosecutors, Ms. Loughlin, the Hollywood actress, is expected to receive a two-month prison sentence.
- As Meatpacking Plants Reopen, Data About Worker Illness Remains Elusive May 26, 2020Emails show local officials received conflicting signals from state leaders and meatpacking companies about how much information to release about outbreaks in plants.
- Remains of 60 Mammoths Found in Mexico May 25, 2020Archaeologists said the remains found near the site of a former lake could suggest the animals were hunted after they got stuck in mud.
- Air Force Removes Height Requirement to Attract More Women Pilots May 25, 2020The Air Force said it was dispensing with a restriction that effectively eliminated about 44 percent of American women between the ages of 20 and 29.
- Trump Administration Coronavirus Testing Strategy Draws Concerns: 'This Isn't the Hunger Games' May 25, 2020The Trump administration’s report to Congress sees states taking responsibility for coronavirus testing with federal guidance.
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- Coronavirus live news: WHO drops hydroxychloroquine trial and warns of 'second peak' in pandemic May 26, 2020Mexico City records thousands more deaths than usual, amid doubt over official Covid-19 toll; UK PM’s senior adviser won’t apologise for lockdown breach; Iceland eases national alert; Follow the latest updatesWHO warns of “second peak” in areas where Covid-19 decliningWHO halts hydroxychloroquine trial for coronavirus amid safety fearsDominic Cummings refuse […]
- Dominic Cummings refuses to resign or apologise for lockdown breach May 25, 2020Press conference raises more questions but Boris Johnson gives full backing to adviserCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageThe crisis that has engulfed the government over Dominic Cummings’ conduct continued to rage unabated after an unprecedented press conference in which the prime minister’s chief aide repeatedly refused to resign or […]
- WHO halts hydroxychloroquine trial for coronavirus amid safety fears May 25, 2020Malaria drug taken by Trump could raise risk of death and heart problems, study showsCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageThe World Health Organization has said it will temporarily drop hydroxychloroquine — the malaria drug Donald Trump said he is taking as a precaution — from its global study into experimental coronavirus treatments a […]
- Mexico City records thousands more deaths than usual, amid doubt over official Covid-19 toll May 25, 2020Research found 8,000 more death certificates have been issued so far this year than the four-year averageCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageThis year, Mexico City has issued 8,072 more death certificates than the average for the same period in the past four years, according to a new study that suggests the country’s coronavirus death […]
- Dawn of Asian century puts pressure on EU to choose sides, says top diplomat May 25, 2020EU foreign affairs chief says end of US-led global system may have arrived and Europe needs robust strategy for ChinaThe Asian century may have arrived marking the end of a US-led global system, the EU’s foreign affairs chief has said amid a growing discussion in Europe on how to weave a path between China and the US.“Analysts have long talked about the end […]
- FBI investigating Ahmaud Arbery shooting as possible hate crime, lawyer says May 25, 2020Attorney for family of black jogger shot by white men says federal authorities are looking into prosecutors and police in caseThe FBI is investigating the shooting of Ahmaud Arbery, a black jogger, by two white men as a possible hate crime, the Arbery family’s attorney said Monday, claiming that federal authorities had launched a criminal inquiry into two di […]
- German court rules against Volkswagen in 'dieselgate' scandal May 25, 2020Carmaker must pay compensation to motorist who bought minivan fitted with emissions-cheating softwareVolkswagen has lost a landmark legal battle in Germany’s highest civil court over compensation for the buyer of a secondhand minivan fitted with emissions-cheating software.The world’s largest carmaker must take back the plantiff’s manipulated car and pay him […]
- Michael Moore film Planet of the Humans removed from YouTube May 26, 2020British environmental photographer’s copyright claim prompts website to remove film that has been condemned by climate scientistsYouTube has taken down the controversial Michael Moore-produced documentary Planet of the Humans in response to a copyright infringement claim by a British environmental photographer.The movie, which has been condemned as inaccurat […]
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- Hong Kong security law: Carrie Lam dismisses concerns over rights May 26, 2020Carrie Lam says a security law planned by China is a "responsible" move which won't infringe on rights.
- Sir Richard Branson: Virgin Orbit rocket fails on debut flight May 25, 2020A California company owned by UK businessman Sir Richard Branson fails to launch a rocket to orbit.
- Coronavirus: Joe Biden emerges from quarantine on Memorial Day May 25, 2020The US Democratic presidential candidate makes his first public appearance in more than two months.
- Coronavirus: 'I see a lot of people, I don't see any masks' May 25, 2020Scores of people visited beach destinations over the Memorial Day weekend, not all abiding by the guidelines.
- Coronavirus: Spain to stop quarantining arrivals from 1 July May 25, 2020The country hopes to save the summer season but UK tourists face quarantine in their own country.
- Coronavirus outbreak: Five ways Europe is easing lockdown May 25, 2020Jogging in a Madrid park, having a Czech beer, taking a Greek ferry - Europe is opening up more.
- Coronavirus: Lufthansa agrees €9bn rescue deal with Germany May 25, 2020European markets rose on the bailout deal news, which sees Germany take a 20% stake in the firm.
- Suriname election: Will a convicted murderer be re-elected? May 25, 2020Suriname's President Desi Bouterse was convicted of murder but he is confident he will be re-elected.
