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Their Restaurant Burned Down, They Just Want Justice For George Floyd
“We can rebuild a building. But we cannot give this man back to his family.”
Trump’s ‘looting’ remark amid Minneapolis protests dates back to racial unrest in the 1960s
US news 2 hours ago
In a series of Tweets reacting to the second night of protests following the death of George Floyd, who died after being pinned to the ground by police officer Derek Chauvin, President Trump shared a quote attributed to former Miami police chief Walter Headley.
County attorney says there's evidence in George Floyd case that 'does not support a criminal charge'
US news This morning
In a news conference on Thursday, Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman said that despite the horrific video of George Floyd’s death, “there is other evidence that does not support a criminal charge” against the police officer involved. Attorney Freeman is investigating the death of Floyd, a Black man who died when he was pinned to the ground by a Minneapolis police officer. His office later issued a clarification, saying “it is critical to review all the evidence” to adequately prepare for trial.
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‘Superspreaders’ could actually make Covid-19 easier to control
One infected person loud-talking in a crowd can trigger exponential spread of a virus.
Retired NBA player Stephen Jackson leads press conference demanding justice for George Floyd
US news 2 hours ago
Jackson was joined by Minnesota Timberwolves star Karl-Anthony Towns, actor Jamie Foxx and others in Minneapolis on Friday for a press conference about the death of George Floyd. Jackson said he was friends with Floyd for 20 years.
Derek Chauvin charged with third-degree murder and manslaughter in the death of George Floyd
US news 12 minutes ago
Protests have erupted across the country over the death of George Floyd, a Black man who died after being pinned to the ground by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin. On Friday, Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman said Chauvin has been charged with third-degree murder and manslaughter.
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Kylie Jenner is not a billionaire, according to Forbes
Celebrity Earlier today
The business magazine did a follow-up to their 2019 piece in which they stated that Kylie Jenner was the youngest self-made billionaire. In the article, they reported that she was inflating her self-worth by citing the company's tax returns as her own. Jenner responded shortly after, calling the story "inaccurate."
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This coffee chain took on Starbucks. It also faked millions in sales.
China’s upstart Luckin Coffee grew at a blinding pace, doubling its valuation after going public. Then the company admitted that many of the sales were fake.
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A look at the aftermath of the protests in Minneapolis and Saint Paul
US news 4 hours ago
A 189-unit affordable housing development and a building that housed a Native youth organization were among the many properties destroyed in the protests in Minneapolis and Saint Paul following the death of George Floyd. On Friday, community members gathered in parts of the Twin Cities to clean up the streets.
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People are accidentally throwing away their stimulus check
Don’t throw away that debit card that just arrived in the mail — it could be your coronavirus stimulus payment.
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CNN reporter released following arrest live on air while reporting on Minneapolis riots
US news This morning
CNN's Omar Jimenez was handcuffed and led away by police while reporting live from Minneapolis. Police said Jimenez and his producer were arrested because they were asked to move and did not, according to a reporter from the New York Times.
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Seven people shot in Louisville protests over Breonna Taylor's death
US news Last night
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Louisville, Kentucky, to demand justice for the death of Breonna Taylor, a 26-year-old Black woman who was killed in March when police officers entered her house. The Louisville Metro Police Department confirmed that seven people were struck by gunfire in the protests.
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The wild things restaurants are doing to promote social distancing
After a difficult few months for the industry, coronavirus restrictions are beginning to ease and restaurants are reopening for dine-in services. But how will they promote proper social distancing? They’re finding the wildest ways.
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Police precinct set alight amid protests in Minneapolis
US news Last night
Police officers of the 3rd Precinct in Minneapolis retreated from the site as protesters converged on it on Thursday evening, local time. A short time later a fire was started in the car park and quickly spread to the precinct, which has since gone up in flames. Thousands of people are protesting across the country demanding justice for George Floyd, a Black man who died when he was pinned to the ground by a Minneapolis police officer.
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David Price is reportedly paying $1,000 to Dodgers minor leaguers
MLB This morning
The star pitcher, who was acquired by Los Angeles in the Mookie Betts deal with the Red Sox, is reportedly giving out $1,000 of his own money to each of the minor league players in the Dodgers' system for the month of June. The money will help cover costs during the MLB shutdown.
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Camila Cabello opens up about mental health and OCD in WSJ essay
In the essay, #CamilaCabello details her struggle with anxiety and OCD and while fans have responded by sharing similar hurdles, others question the timing in the wake of the killing of George Floyd given the singer’s past use of racist language.
Trump signs executive order targeting social media companies
Politics Last night
President Trump has signed an executive order relating to liability protection for online platforms. The move comes two days after Twitter appended a fact-checking link to two of his Tweets. Update: This Moment has been amended to clarify when the fact-checking link was attached.
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Is Lady Gaga's Song "Fun Tonight" About Her Ex Christian Carino?
In an interview with Apple Music's Zane Lowe, Gaga revealed that the tune was about her battle with depression.
Denzel Washington's interaction with police and a distressed man earns praise following police brutality in Minneapolis
US news Yesterday
A video from over the weekend is making the rounds again with renewed context following the killing of Goerge Floyd at the hand of the police. In the clip, Denzel Washington comes to the aid of a man who was wandering in the middle of an LA street. Washington stays with the man as police arrive, and the situation is resolved without violence.
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