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Twitter makes Election Day a paid company holiday
Twitter workers in the U.S. and globally will have paid time off to vote in national elections, the company said.
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Amazon's carbon emissions surged last year
Company's carbon footprint grew 15% even before a coronavirus-fueled expansion of its retail sales and deliveries.
Patagonia latest outdoor brand to pull ads from Facebook
Social media company has failed to stop the spread of "hateful lies and dangerous propaganda," Patagonia says.
How TikTok teens trolled the Trump campaign ahead of Tulsa rally
Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez told Trump's campaign manager on Twitter, "you just got ROCKED by teens on TikTok."
Apple CEO Tim Cook on the nexus of technology and social change
On the eve of Apple's first virtual Worldwide Developers Conference, the exec talks about the democratization of tools for social progress.
Apple closes stores in 4 states as coronavirus cases jump
Tech giant is closing the retail stores just weeks after reopening them, heightening pandemic concerns.
Facebook takes down Trump ads featuring symbol like Nazi triangle
Facebook said the ads violated its policies against "organized hate."
Google pledges $175 million to support black entrepreneurs
"Systemic racism permeates every aspect of life," CEO Sundar Pichai said in vowing to boost company's diversity.
Internal CIA review finds "woefully lax" security led to data theft
The CIA's own investigators deemed the 2017 leak of hacking assets, which may have been stolen by a CIA employee, the "largest data loss in CIA history."
Wary public urged to use smartphone tech to track COVID-19 exposure
Downloadable apps and operating system updates can help public health officials measure the spread of coronavirus, if a wary public "opts in"
SpaceX launches another batch of Starlink internet satellites
SpaceX has now launched 538 Starlinks through nine launches.
Facebook flags post that was identical to Trump's
The Facebook user was told he could be suspended from the platform – even though his post was identical to President Trump's.
Twitter says it purged a Chinese "state-linked" disinformation network
As Twitter claims to thwart Beijing's efforts to spread fake news, Zoom admits it "fell short" by temporarily silencing Chinese dissidents.
Why facial recognition tech has a bias problem
As racial bias in policing becomes a national issue, the focus is turning to the tech that critics say enables it.
Wearable health tech finds a niche in Japan's coronavirus battle
High-tech undershirts are helping monitor COVID-19 patients without putting medical workers at risk, and even as the virus declines, interest is mounting.
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Houston leaders call for lockdown as coronavirus cases spike
"Not only do we need a stay home order now, but we need to stick with it this time until the hospitalization curve comes down," says Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo
Kelly Preston, actress and John Travolta's wife, has died at 57
She lost a two-year battle with breast cancer, Travolta said in a tribute post on Instagram.
Video shows Pennsylvania officer with knee on man's neck
The clip has prompted protests and a demand from the local Black Lives Matter group to suspend the officers involved.
First federal execution in 17 years set for today
Family members of Daniel Lewis Lee's victims petitioned to have the execution delayed so they could attend without fear of traveling during the coronavirus pandemic.
China bans U.S. lawmakers in dispute over religious persecution
Ambassador for Religious Freedom Sam Brownback also barred over criticism of ruling Communist Party's treatment of minorities.
Washington Redskins reportedly set to drop their name
Announcement said to be imminent, though unclear when new moniker will be revealed.
Fire on Navy ship in San Diego injures 17 sailors
All sailors are accounted for and everyone injured is in stable condition. An investigation is underway.
Benjamin Keough, son of Lisa Marie Presley, has died at age 27
His mother "is completely heartbroken, inconsolable and beyond devastated," a representative for Lisa Marie Presley said in a statement.
Battleground Tracker: COVID-19 reshapes 2020 race in Sun Belt
Former Vice President Joe Biden has an edge over Trump in Florida, while the two are neck and neck in Arizona and Texas.
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China bans 3 U.S. lawmakers in row over religious persecution
Ambassador for Religious Freedom Sam Brownback also barred over criticism of ruling Communist Party's treatment of minorities.
Bus driver beaten to death by passengers who refused to wear masks
Philippe Monguillot's widow called for "exemplary punishment" for his killers.
Japan accepted COVID's airborne spread months ago, and is fighting it
It took pressure from 239 scientists for the WHO to even admit the new coronavirus may spread via aerosols, but in Japan, they're focusing on solutions.
Rome's empty streets reveal a tourism industry in crisis
With visitors from America (where coronavirus is raging) banned from Europe, Italy is suffering even further from the economic fallout of the pandemic
World Council of Churches "dismayed" by Hagia Sophia decision
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan formally converted the former museum back into a mosque Friday and declared it open for Muslim worship.
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U.S. global media chief plows ahead with changes
Michael Pack, the new head of the U.S. Agency for Global Media, has initiated personnel changes and has begun a review of visas for foreign employees.
Dental patients paying extra for PPE as supplies run thin
Many dentists are charging fees to cover costs of hard-to-come-by gear.
Nicole Thea, pregnant YouTube star, has died at age 24
"As a family we ask that you give us privacy because our hearts are truly broken and we are struggling to cope with what has happened," her mom wrote in an Instagram post.
Video shows Pennsylvania officer with knee on man's neck
The clip has prompted protests and a demand from the local Black Lives Matter group to suspend the officers involved.
A second stimulus check? Here's how much you could get
President Trump says Americans may soon receive another stimulus payment to help weather the coronavirus recession.
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U.S. global media chief plows ahead with changes
Michael Pack, the new head of the U.S. Agency for Global Media, has initiated personnel changes and has begun a review of visas for foreign employees.
A second stimulus check? Here's how much you could get
President Trump says Americans may soon receive another stimulus payment to help weather the coronavirus recession.
First federal execution in 17 years scheduled for Monday
Murderer Daniel Lewis Lee is slated to die by lethal injection even though the victim's family objects due, among other things, to concern they could be exposed to the coronavirus by attending.
Gottlieb expects "extended plateau" of COVID cases in the South
Gottlieb likened the experience across the South, which is reporting a surge in coronavirus cases, to Brazil.
Phoenix mayor says city still has "a real challenge with testing"
Arizona is one of more than three dozen states experiencing a surge in coronavirus infections.
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Kelly Preston, actress and John Travolta's wife, has died at 57
She lost a two-year battle with breast cancer, Travolta said in a tribute post on Instagram.
Nicole Thea, pregnant YouTube star, has died at age 24
"As a family we ask that you give us privacy because our hearts are truly broken and we are struggling to cope with what has happened," her mom wrote in an Instagram post.
Benjamin Keough, son of Lisa Marie Presley, has died at age 27
His mother "is completely heartbroken, inconsolable and beyond devastated," a representative for Lisa Marie Presley said in a statement.
Zoo toy creator puts on free show
At a time when so many are starving for entertainment, a Chicago man is captivating his neighborhood with a lockdown puppet show from his own balcony. Adriana Diaz reports.
Florence's Uffizi museum reopens
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy, has reopened after closing down due to the coronavirus pandemic. New health and safety restrictions, such as temperature checks and social distancing requirements, have been put in place. Chris Livesay reports.
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Equipment makers hinder repairs of ventilators, critics say
Nearly half of hospital biomedical techs denied access to service information including manuals to fix ventilators.
Walmart reportedly launching subscription service
The $98 membership comes with same-day grocery delivery and early deals access, according to a report.
Facebook civil rights audit: "Serious setbacks" hurt progress
The audit recommends a "civil rights infrastructure" for the social media giant, but its suggestions aren't binding.
U.S. considers banning TikTok and other apps, Pompeo says
Pompeo doesn't recommend downloading the app unless "you want your private information in the hands of the Chinese Communist Party."
Uber acquires food delivery app Postmates
With Postmates buyout, Uber becomes the nation's No. 2 food delivery service, while DoorDash remains the leader.
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Japan accepted COVID's airborne spread months ago, and is fighting it
It took pressure from 239 scientists for the WHO to even admit the new coronavirus may spread via aerosols, but in Japan, they're focusing on solutions.
How to see Neowise before it disappears
The comet is putting on quite the show this weekend.
Spectacular photos capture Neowise, one of the brightest comets in decades
Astrophotographers around the world have captured incredible photos of the once-in-a-lifetime celestial event.
Mystery elephant killer could leave herd "decimated," expert warns
Something has killed more than 350 elephants in the country's Okavango Delta, and officials hope to have some answers in the coming week.
"Watermelon snow" in Italian Alps may be climate change red flag
The bizarre pink snow can accelerate snow melt in the fragile mountain region.
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Japan accepted COVID's airborne spread months ago, and is fighting it
It took pressure from 239 scientists for the WHO to even admit the new coronavirus may spread via aerosols, but in Japan, they're focusing on solutions.
We'll be living with masks for years, pandemics expert predicts
Johns Hopkins' Eric Toner also says he thinks the U.S. will need another lockdown to try to curb the COVID-19 pandemic.
Houston leaders call for lockdown as coronavirus cases spike
"Not only do we need a stay home order now, but we need to stick with it this time until the hospitalization curve comes down, not just flattens," Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo tweeted Sunday.
Florida sets new record with 15,299 coronavirus cases in 24 hours
The previous record of new cases reported was over 11,000 in New York, at the time the epicenter of the U.S. outbreak, on April 14.
Gottlieb expects "extended plateau" of COVID cases in the South
Gottlieb likened the experience across the South, which is reporting a surge in coronavirus cases, to Brazil.
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Dental patients paying extra for PPE as supplies run thin
Many dentists are charging fees to cover costs of hard-to-come-by gear.
Washington Redskins reportedly set to drop their name
Announcement said to be imminent, though unclear when new moniker will be revealed.
Universal basic income cause gets $3 million boost from Jack Dorsey
The Twitter co-founder's donation will help fund a group of guaranteed income pilot programs in a dozen U.S. cities.
After lobbying, Catholic Church won $1.4 billion in virus aid
The Catholic Church used an unprecedented exemption to amass at least $1.4 billion in taxpayer-backed aid.
Coin shortage has Wawa saying "exact change, please"
Production and circulation of coins are down amid COVID-19, prompting stores to request other payment methods.
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Video shows Pennsylvania officer with knee on man's neck
The clip has prompted protests and a demand from the local Black Lives Matter group to suspend the officers involved.
Appeals court paves way for first federal execution in 17 years
Family members of Daniel Lewis Lee's victims petitioned to have the execution delayed so they could attend without fear of traveling during the coronavirus pandemic.
Chowchilla bus kidnapping survivors relive their terrifying ordeal
Twenty-six children abducted by masked gunmen and buried alive in a truck trailer — survivors relive their horrifying ordeal and journey to escape
Surgeon charged in scheme to pay addicts to receive experimental implant
Dr. Randy Rosen is facing 88 felony charges from the Los Angeles Orange County district attorney, who called him "a real life" Frankenstein.
Execution blocked after victims' family raises virus concerns
Daniel Lewis Lee, a former white supremacist who robbed and murdered a family of three, including their 8-year-old daughter, was scheduled to be executed on Monday.
Space
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How to see Neowise before it disappears
The comet is putting on quite the show this weekend.
Spectacular photos capture Neowise, one of the brightest comets in decades
Astrophotographers around the world have captured incredible photos of the once-in-a-lifetime celestial event.
NASA, Boeing work to resume Starliner flights
Some 80 recommendations are being implemented to prevent a repeat of problems marring the previous Starliner test flight.
Rocket Lab declares Electron launch failure
The innovative Electron rocket suffered a malfunction while its second stage was firing.
How to watch Fourth of July weekend's "buck moon" lunar eclipse
In lieu of fireworks, skywatchers can look up to see multiple celestial events this weekend.
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Pandemic: A snapshot of life in Rome
Minnesota native Annie Ojile captures scenes of a locked-down Italy devoid of American tourists during the coronavirus outbreak
Wildest celebrity fashion
Rihanna isn't alone; celebrities have been stepping out in wild outfits for years... some more often than others.
Rare photos from the 1976 Chowchilla bus kidnapping
A look inside the truck trailer where 26 abducted school children and their bus driver were buried alive -- and later escaped
Most expensive medical procedures in the U.S., ranked
These pricey surgeries are the most expensive in the country.
Best movies streaming right now on Netflix
Looking for something fresh to watch? These are the top films available on the streaming platform.
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Former cop charged in Rayshard Brooks shooting
The former Atlanta police officer who shot and killed Rayshard Brooks on Friday night has been charged with murder and aggravated assault, along with other charges. Mark Strassmann reports.
Trump calls 99% of COVID-19 cases "harmless"
President Trump declared "99%" of COVID-19 cases to be "totally harmless" during Fourth of July remarks over the weekend, prompting backlash from mayors of both political parties. The president's FDA commissioner struggled to provide a factual basis for the president's claim. Paula Reid reports.
Mass protests after Atlanta cop fatally shoots black man
Atlanta's mayor issued an executive order requiring offices to de-escalate situations following the protests sparked by the death of 27-year-old Rayshard Brooks, who was shot and killed by police during an arrest. The Brooks family continues to grieve and demand justice. Mark Strassmann reports.
Ashley McBryde performs “Hang In There Girl”
Arkansas native Ashley McBryde said she learned how to sing in a biker bar, and that authenticity has never worn off. Her major label debut earned her three Grammy nominations and got her named “New Artist of the Year” at the CMA Awards. McBryde’s latest collection, “Never Will,” came out in April. She joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to perform “Hang In There Girl”
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Guest host: Lee Cowan. In our cover story, NPR's Allison Aubrey examines how medical staff from Johns Hopkins are joining forces with "trusted messengers" in the Baltimore community to improve health outcomes for African Americans facing coronavirus. Plus: Seth Doane reports on the economic fallout in Rome due to an absence of American tourists; Mo Rocca talks with actress Melissa Gilbert about life lessons learned from "Little House on the Prairie"; Bill Whitaker sits down with chef Dominique Crenn, the first woman in America to receive three Michelin stars; Jim Axelrod interviews “Daily Show” host Trevor Noah; Lee Cowan explores how residents in rich and poor areas of Shreveport, La., are extending themselves to their neighbors to build a more caring community; and Martha Stewart discusses the inspirations for, and benefits from, creating a beautiful, subtle and colorful garden.