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Horrific Video Shows Cameroon Killing
Human Rights Watch - 14 Aug 2020 20:43
"Fine play," a pidgin English expression for "well done." That's what an alleged separatist fighter can be heard saying as the throat of a woman is cut with a machete. Click to expand Image A screenshot of the video show...
Homeschooling with Aunt Lil in the Summer of '68
The New Yorker - 14 Aug 2020 12:00
Charles Busch writes on his experiences growing up in the sixties, specifically his summer being homeschooled by his aunt Lil, in New York City, in 1968.
Man Charged With Murdering 4-Year-Old Whose Killing Prompted U.S. Anti-Crime Operation
The New York Times - 14 Aug 2020 04:17
The Justice Department last month named an operation to combat violent crime in cities after LeGend Taliferro, who was shot and killed while he slept in an apartment in Kansas City, Mo.
Environmental Police lieutenant under investigation after unauthorized body camera recordings appear on Facebook
Boston - 14 Aug 2020 16:16
Civil rights advocates have long called for police officers to wear body cameras. But this isn't what they meant. A Massachusetts Environmental Police lieutenant is under internal investigation after he allegedly began w...
Netanyahu: "No deal is better than a bad deal" on Iranian nukes
CBSNews - 14 Aug 2020 05:04
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns that Iran could "hit the jackpot" if negotiators don't draw a firm line against its nuclear program.
Donald Trump's brother Robert hospitalized in New York, White House says
CNN - 14 Aug 2020 17:24
Robert Trump, the younger brother of President Donald Trump, is hospitalized in New York, the White House confirmed Friday.
IBM Researcher Frances Allen Made Computers Run Faster
Wall Street Journal - 14 Aug 2020 16:00
Frances Allen, an IBM scientist, helped develop software tools that translate computer languages designed for people into something machines can understand. Her work allowed more people to program and made computers and ...
'Wonder Woman 1984,' 'The Flash' Kick Off Film Panel Slate at DC FanDome
The Wrap - 14 Aug 2020 15:00
“Wonder Woman 1984” and “The Flash” will kick off the film programming portion of DC FanDome, Warner Bros.’ virtual Comic-Con alternative, the company revealed Friday with the release of the full schedule of ev...
Only Native American on Death Row Set to Be Executed on August 26
Time - 14 Aug 2020 05:09
Unless Lezmond Mitchell gets relief from another court or is granted clemency, he will be put to death on Aug. 26
La Sardine closes permanently after nearly 22 years in West Loop due to COVID-19 and a bad break
Chicago Tribune - 14 Aug 2020 00:30
The French restaurant had eked by under coronavirus pandemic restrictions, but when the air conditioning broke down, the cost of repairs were too much.
High-tech exoskeleton will allow paralyzed teen to deliver first kick at World Cup
CBSNews - 14 Aug 2020 20:39
If they think it, they can do it: a mind-controlled exoskeleton will allow a paralyzed teen to kick off the World Cup
Teachers, gear up for class with these distance learning accessories
AppleInsider - 14 Aug 2020 16:24
As children and students head back to education, teachers and educators suddenly have to change their working style to suit virtual classrooms and online video sessions. Here's AppleInsider's suggestions for what teacher...
Police officer ordered his K9 to bite a Black man's leg repeatedly, lawyers say
CNN - 14 Aug 2020 05:17
A man's leg may need to be amputated after the Salt Lake City Police Department allegedly used excessive force against him by ordering a police dog to bite the man repeatedly, leaving him severely injured.
Ex-San Diego mayor sentenced for harassment
CBSNews - 14 Aug 2020 03:44
Former San Diego Mayor Bob Filner was sentenced to three months of home confinement and three years of probation for grabbing and fondling women while in office. Right before being sentenced, Filner apologized to his fam...
Warren Buffett may have dumped his $5 billion JPMorgan stake last quarter, investor Chris Bloomstran says
Business Insider - 14 Aug 2020 16:22
Paul Morigi / Stringer / Getty Images Warren Buffett may have sold some, or all, of his $5 billion worth of JPMorgan shares last quarter. "Looks like JPMorgan is likely gone, or sold way down," tweeted Chris Bloomstran, ...
Postal Service warns some mail-in votes may not be counted in Pennsylvania
CBSNews - 14 Aug 2020 05:19
The delays could present an "overwhelming, statewide risk of disenfranchisement," according to the Pennsylvania State Department.
Evanston school leaders report 'ominous threats' following Fox News coverage of reopening that highlighted approach to students of color
Chicago Tribune - 14 Aug 2020 00:13
Officials at Evanston/Skokie District 65 say that have received threatening emails following reports on their school reopening plan.
Bonus Daily Cartoon: Trump Crosses the Delaware
The New Yorker - 14 Aug 2020 20:29
David Hornsby's Bonus Daily Cartoon depicts members of the Trump Administration and other affiliated people in the pose of George Washington crossing the Delaware River.
Looking for Latino, Latin American movies to stream at home? Here are our picks.
NBC News - 14 Aug 2020 16:17
From a creepy spirit who doles out supernatural justice to poignant, coming-of-age movies and award-winning Latin American films.
Rocket Companies surges 9% after reporting eye-popping growth in preliminary earnings (RKT)
Business Insider - 14 Aug 2020 16:10
Getty Images / Bryan R. Smith Shares of recently IPO'd Rocket Companies surged as much as 9% on Friday after the company reported strong preliminary second quarter earnings results. The mortgage loan company likely benef...
Judge: Mom accused in QAnon kidnapping plot can stand trial
ABC News - 14 Aug 2020 16:05
A judge says a Colorado woman accused of working with supporters of QAnon to have her son kidnapped from foster care can be put on trial
Thousands of students, staff sent home nationwide as COVID gnarls school reopenings
ABC News - 14 Aug 2020 15:46
The United States' reopening of schools has turned into a slow-motion train wreck.