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Latin America logs 70,000 coronavirus deaths
June 11, 2020
Latin America logs 70,000 coronavirus deaths
More than 70,000 people have died from coronavirus in Latin America as the pandemic sweeps through the region, putting growing…
As protests grow, Belgium faces its racist colonial past
June 11, 2020
As protests grow, Belgium faces its racist colonial past
TERVUREN, Belgium (AP) — When it comes to ruthless colonialism and racism, few historical figures are more notorious than Leopold…
Mexico City to increase virus testing in break from feds
June 11, 2020
Mexico City to increase virus testing in break from feds
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico City pledged Wednesday to start mass testing to reach 100,000 tests per month by July,…
For George Floyd, a complicated life and a notorious death
June 10, 2020
For George Floyd, a complicated life and a notorious death
HOUSTON (AP) — Years before a bystander’s video of George Floyd’s last moments turned his name into a global cry…
Virus pummels global economy, jobs – even without 2nd wave
June 10, 2020
Virus pummels global economy, jobs – even without 2nd wave
ARIS (AP) — The virus crisis has triggered the worst global recession in nearly a century — and the pain…
Pope sends strong message to US Catholics after Floyd death
June 10, 2020
Pope sends strong message to US Catholics after Floyd death
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis called George Floyd by name, twice, and offered support to an American bishop who…
US and Russia to resume nuclear talks, but China casts cloud
June 10, 2020
US and Russia to resume nuclear talks, but China casts cloud
Russia called Tuesday on the United States to make a “positive” proposal as the powers open talks on a major…
Face masks, health checks and long check-ins: the future of flying
June 10, 2020
Face masks, health checks and long check-ins: the future of flying
Cabin crew in protective suits, health certifications for passengers, mandatory face masks, and longer check-in times. This is the new…
Europe demands better pandemic plan, as Moscow exits lockdown
June 10, 2020
Europe demands better pandemic plan, as Moscow exits lockdown
Europe’s most powerful countries urged the European Union to better prepare for the next pandemic after chaotic responses to the…
US dictionary Merriam-Webster to change its definition of racism
June 10, 2020
US dictionary Merriam-Webster to change its definition of racism
The American reference dictionary Merriam-Webster will change its definition of the word racism at the suggestion of a young black…