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It Was 50 Years Ago Today, the Marathon Came to New York to Stay
The New York Times - 13 Sep 2020 06:30
There won't be a New York City Marathon this year, but we can celebrate the anniversary of the first one, held on Sept. 13, 1970.
How My 2-Year-Old Planted a Coronavirus Story Idea
The New York Times - 13 Sep 2020 11:00
After another child at my son's day care tested positive, I ran into obstacle after obstacle trying to get him a test. I quickly learned I wasn't alone among concerned parents of young children.
What Happened When a CEO Came Out as Transgender
Wall Street Journal - 13 Sep 2020 15:00Facebook says it's removing false claims about who started Oregon wildfires
CNN - 13 Sep 2020 04:25
The blame game over the Oregon wildfires is playing out across social media, and Facebook says it's stepping in to tackle some of the false claims circulating on its platform.
Lindsey Graham Bashed For Trump Hypocrisy As He Mocks Rival For Not Baring Tax Returns
The Huffington Post - 13 Sep 2020 03:10
"Because if someone doesn't release their tax returns it means they're hiding something, right?" wrote a critic on Twitter.
'Parks And Recreation' Stars To Reunite For Wisconsin Democratic Party Fundraiser
Deadline - 13 Sep 2020 02:32
Amy Poehler, Adam Scott, Aubrey Plaza and more Parks and Recreation stars will come together to raise money for the Democratic Party of Wisconsin. Retta, Nick Offerman, Jim O’Heir and series co-creator Michael Schur ar...
Libraries in Montana helping citizens fill out census online to win another U.S. House seat
CBSNews - 13 Sep 2020 01:44
Although Montana is on the verge of qualifying for a second seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, its residents first need to fill out census forms that have been made difficult due to the pandemic's toll on the pos...
'Mulan' Is Sinking at the Chinese Box Office, and Here Are 3 Reasons Why
The Wrap - 13 Sep 2020 23:00
Despite making extra efforts to appeal to a Chinese audience, Disney’s “Mulan” is falling well short of expectations at the overseas box office, and even the grade curve granted by the pandemic’s impact on theate...
Two California Deputies Shot in Ambush, Authorities Say
The New York Times - 13 Sep 2020 06:40
The Los Angeles County deputies were in critical condition after being fired upon in their car outside a metro station in Compton. The gunman remained at large.
Patriots stand for national anthem as Dolphins stay in locker room
Boston - 13 Sep 2020 20:29
FOXBOROUGH -- All Patriots stood for the national anthem during their season opener Sunday afternoon against the Miami Dolphins. No players locked arms, nor did any raise their fists. The Dolphins stayed in the locker ro...
Hong Kong set the bar for charter cities. But it's not a blueprint that can be transported
CNN - 13 Sep 2020 04:02
A lush pocket of northeastern Ireland has been identified as the potential site for a new global city to rival Hong Kong.
Donald Trump to visit California after criticism over silence on wildfires
Boston - 13 Sep 2020 01:38
The wildfires have created apocalyptic images of orange-hued skies.
One shot dead during argument at Indiana mall
New York Post - 13 Sep 2020 06:16
A 23-year-old man was shot and killed during an argument at a northern Indiana mall on Saturday afternoon, according to local reports. Victim Delaney J. Crosby died of at least one gunshot wound at the mall, located in M...
Oregon state fire marshal replaced; wildfire death toll grows to 22 on West Coast
ABC News - 13 Sep 2020 04:46
Mariana Ruiz-Temple was surprisingly thrust into the role Saturday.
Anti-Netanyahu protesters keep up pressure on Israeli leader
Al Jazeera English - 13 Sep 2020 04:24
Protests, now in their 12th week, built up over the summer as Netanyahu fights off corruption case amid the pandemic.
No chick or treat: Peeps maker halts production due to COVID-19
New York Post - 13 Sep 2020 02:24
BETHLEHEM, Pa. -- Peeps treats are going on hiatus for several months -- another consequence of the coronavirus pandemic. Just Born Quality Confections said it won't be producing the popular marshmallow sweets for Hallow...
America's oldest World War II veteran celebrates his 111th birthday
CNN - 13 Sep 2020 01:34
Looking on from his front porch in New Orleans, Lawrence Brooks probably never imagined he'd see this day.
China responds to US criticism over detained Hong Kong activists
Al Jazeera English - 13 Sep 2020 16:01
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs refutes claims that the 12 detained people were democracy activists and said they were trying to separate Hong Kong from China.
LA hospital treating ambushed deputies inundated by protesters: 'We hope they die'
New York Post - 13 Sep 2020 15:45
The sick chants came outside as the two rookie officers -- one a 31-year-old mother of a six year-old boy -- were still fighting for their lives after being "critically injured" as they sat in their patrol car in the cau...
Trump claims during Nevada campaign rally that Democrats are trying to 'rig' upcoming election
USA Today - 13 Sep 2020 06:38
Donald Trump is on a three-day campaign swing through the West as he looks to expand the electoral map against Democrat Joe Biden.
3 killed, 4 injured in two South Austin shootings half a mile apart
Chicago Tribune - 13 Sep 2020 16:00
Three people were killed and four others were injured in two shootings in the South Austin neighborhood that occurred a half-mile apart on Saturday.
The Case for Dumping the Electoral College
The New Yorker - 13 Sep 2020 12:00
Trump's Presidency, and the risk that it will recur despite his persistent unpopularity, reflects a deeper malignancy in our Constitution that must be addressed, Steve Coll writes.