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Trump campaign ordered removal of social distancing stickers ahead of Tulsa rally, WaPo and Billboard report
COVID-19 5 hours ago
According to reports by The Washington Post and Billboard, President Trump’s campaign directed workers to remove thousands of “Do Not Sit Here, Please!" stickers from seats that were intended to promote social distancing at the BOK Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma, last weekend.
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Princeton University will remove Woodrow Wilson's name from public policy school and residential college
US news Earlier today
The Ivy League school announced that it will rename the Woodrow Wilson School of Public Policy and International affairs to The Princeton School of Public and International Affairs citing Wilson's racist thinking and policies as the reason for the removal of his name. Woodrow Wilson served as the 28th president of the US and was also once a president of the university. The residential college at Princeton that also hosts his name will be renamed First College.
National Women’s Soccer League is the first US professional team sport to return to play during the COVID-19 pandemic
Soccer 5 hours ago
The NWSL officially returned on Saturday with the start the 2020 NWSL Challenge Cup in Utah, a 30-day tournament that is meant to replace the regular season. The Orlando Pride had to withdraw from the tournament due to positive COVID-19 tests and some of the league's most well known players, including Megan Rapinoe and Tobin Heath, have opted out of playing.
The US sets a new record for daily new COVID-19 cases
COVID-19 Earlier today
The US reported a record 45,942 new COVID-19 cases in a single day on Saturday. Texas, Florida and Arizona each set new statewide records for new daily cases. Florida reported 9,585 new cases on Saturday, exceeding the previous record the day before.
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A doctor's quest to save her pregnant patient dying of Covid-19
At a Boston hospital filled with the dying, a surgeon pinned her hopes on the survival of a young woman pregnant with her second child. "We've gotta get her through this."
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Mexico City police chief survives alleged cartel assassination
World news Earlier today
Dozens of heavily armed gunmen attacked Mexico City's police chief on Friday morning in a failed assassination attempt that killed three people, including two bodyguards of police chief Omar García Harfuch. Officials believe the attack was carried out by the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, one of the country's most powerful gangs.
Russia denies allegations it offered bounties to militants in Afghanistan for killing American troops
US news 2 hours ago
According to the New York Times, American intelligence officials reported that a Russian assassination unit secretly offered bounties to Taliban-linked militants for killing American troops in Afghanistan. Russia responded by calling it an attempt to "invent new fake stories."
Texas Republicans move forward with plans for in-person convention
The convention will take place next month in Houston, home to Harris County. Harris County has the highest number of coronavirus cases and deaths in the state. Masks aren't required.
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Mississippi Senate passed a resolution to change its Confederate-themed flag
US news 2 hours ago
In a 36-14 vote, the Mississippi Senate passed a resolution that will begin the process of changing the state's flag, which was established in 1894. The flag currently features the Confederate emblem. Debate on a final bill can now begin as soon as Sunday and will only need a simple majority to pass. Governor Tate Reeves has said he will sign the bill to remove the emblem.
Twitch streamer Dr Disrespect has been banned from the platform
Gaming Last night
According to numerous reports, popular gaming streamer Guy "Dr Disrespect" Beahm has been suspended from the platform. According to industry insider and journalist Rod “Slasher” Breslau, sources say the ban is permanent. A statement from Twitch shared with media outlets did not go into detail, saying "As is our process, we take appropriate action when we have evidence that a streamer has acted in violation of our Community Guidelines or Terms of Service." Dr Disrespect was temporarily suspended from Twitch last year after broadcasting from a public bathroom during gaming convention E3.
Thousands gather in cities across the UK to demand justice for Shukri Abdi
UK news Earlier today
June 27 marks one year since the death of Shukri Abdi, a 12-year-old refugee from Somalia who drowned in the River Irwell in Greater Manchester. On Saturday, protests took place in London, Manchester and other cities to demand further investigation into the circumstances of Adbi's death.
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Airlines in US and Canada will begin booking flights to full capacity
COVID-19 This morning
American Airlines and United Airlines announced that they will begin booking flights to full capacity starting next week, even as COVID-19 cases in the US continue to rise. In Canada, Air Canada and WestJet also announced that they will be dropping social distancing policies.
The Simpsons and Family Guy move away from white actors voicing non-white characters
Television Last night
On Friday, The Simpsons producers announced the show “will no longer have white actors voice non-white characters.” It follows a decision made by voice actor Hank Azaria to stop playing Apu Nahasapeemapetilon. In Family Guy, voice actor Mike Henry also announced he would step down from the role of Cleveland Brown, saying, “I love this character, but persons of color should play characters of color.”
California Latino, Black residents hit even harder by coronavirus
As COVID-19 cases spike, Latino and Black residents of Los Angeles County now have double the mortality rate of white residents.
Coronavirus has given millions access to online mental-health care
For the first time, telehealth services for mental disorders is available to many millions of Americans. Let’s keep it this way.
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Borussia Dortmund suffer worst Bundesliga home defeat in over a decade
Bundesliga Earlier today
It was a disappointing end to the season for Dortmund on Saturday as they suffered a 4-0 defeat to Hoffenheim. It was the team's worst home defeat in more than a decade when they lost 5-1 to Bayern in September 2009.
Celebrating Our Favorite LGBTQ+ Stories On Screen
In honor of Pride Month, we're celebrating some of our favorite LGBTQ+ stories in film and television. 🏳️‍🌈
Milton Glaser, designer of I ♥ NY logo, dies at 91
In memoriam Last night
Milton Glaser, the co-founder of New York magazine and graphic designer behind the iconic I ♥ NY logo, passed away on Friday on his 91st birthday.
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Movie fans recall their favorite theater experience 🍿
Movies This morning
Film buff @howatdk asked people to share their most memorable moment from a movie theater. The responses do not disappoint.
Locust swarm blankets city in India
India news Last night
People living in Gurgaon near New Delhi shared videos and photos as thousands of locusts covered the city. Authorities warned of the impending swarm on Friday, calling on residents to lock their doors.
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