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Belarus Protests Test Limits of Lukashenko's Brutal, One-Man Rule
The New York Times - 24 Aug 2020 06:01
For 26 years, President Aleksandr Lukashenko has built a regime in his own eccentric, authoritarian image. Now he faces the greatest challenge yet to his hold on power.
Wisconsin officer knocked out by brick thrown during riots in Kenosha
New York Post - 24 Aug 2020 17:51
A Wisconsin officer was apparently knocked out by a brick as an angry mob cheered and shouted "f--k the police" during riots in Kenosha.
Police Shooting of Black Man in Wisconsin, Captured on Video, Is Investigated
The New York Times - 24 Aug 2020 05:04
The man, who was not identified, was in serious condition, a spokesman for the Kenosha Police Department said.
The Russian Hack, Kings of the Road, The Sandman
CBSNews - 24 Aug 2020 05:00
The case against Russian agents accused of interfering in the 2016 election; Then, driverless trucks could disrupt the trucking industry as soon as 2021; And, Adam Sandler: The 60 Minutes interview.
Hurricane Marco Heads for Louisiana as Tropical Storm Laura Kills 11 in Haiti and Dominican Republic
Time - 24 Aug 2020 04:44
The National Hurricane Center said Marco was about 180 miles south-southeast of the mouth of the Mississippi River on Sunday evening and heading north-northwest at 13 mph
The key to unlocking peace with North Korea for the United States is cross-border tourism
CNN - 24 Aug 2020 03:19
To outsiders, the demilitarized zone (DMZ) dividing North and South Korea is a flashpoint, a scar, and a reminder that, 70 years after it began, the Korean War is not actually over.
Campaign launches 'Republicans for Biden' as Flake, former GOP lawmakers endorse him
ABC News - 24 Aug 2020 15:52
On Day One of the RNC, Democratic nominees Joe Biden and Kamala Harris picked up support from 27 former GOP congress members, including former Arizona Sen. Jeff Flake.
UK's biggest supermarket adds 16,000 jobs to cope with online shopping boom
CNN - 24 Aug 2020 15:22
Tesco is creating 16,000 jobs to meet surging demand in its online business, delivering a rare boost to the struggling UK economy.
Louisiana to be hit by tropical weather systems Marco, Laura
CBSNews - 24 Aug 2020 15:20
WCBS-TV chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn joins "CBS This Morning" to forecast tropical weather systems Marco and Laura as they prepare to hit the Gulf Coast.
Muir presses Biden: Can you win a presidential election from home? 'We will'
ABC News - 24 Aug 2020 04:02
Biden on campaigning in a time of COVID restrictions
F.D.A. Allows Expanded Use of Convalescent Plasma to Treat Coronavirus Patients
The New York Times - 24 Aug 2020 03:36
The move came on the eve of the Republican convention and after President Trump pressed the agency to move faster to address the pandemic.
Trump touts COVID-19 convalescent plasma treatment, but some say it's still unproven
ABC News - 24 Aug 2020 02:40
The Food and Drug Administration announced Sunday it was issuing an emergency authorization for convalescent plasma treatment in hospitalized COVID-19 patients.
Massive protests flood Belarus again, as Lukashenko appears brandishing assault rifle
ABC News - 24 Aug 2020 02:02
Large protests fill Belarus' capital, Minsk, for a second weekend running, demanding President Alexander Lukashenko step down.
Belarusian President Lukashenko seen toting automatic rifle as mass demonstrations continue
CBSNews - 24 Aug 2020 15:20
Unprecedented protests took place in Belarus over the weekend over the 26-year rule of President Alexander Lukashenko. Lukashenko was filmed making a dramatic show of defiance against the demonstrations that remained pea...
Kids break into farm and abuse petting zoo animals, owners find out on social media
ABC News - 24 Aug 2020 12:52
The owners of an animal farm and market are outraged after discovering on social media that a group of teenagers broke into their farm and stole from their market.
Republicans see U.S. as better off now than 4 years ago ahead of convention, CBS News poll finds
CBSNews - 24 Aug 2020 04:31
Republicans see an America -- to borrow Ronald Reagan's famous test -- better off today than it was four years ago, mainly because of their confidence in President Trump, according to a new CBS News poll. "Face the Natio...
NZ court told killer spent years preparing for mosque attacks
Al Jazeera English - 24 Aug 2020 04:22
Prosecutor opens sentencing saying self-confessed white supremacist wanted to instil fear among Muslim community.
Texas governor declares state of disaster in 23 counties ahead of storms
CBSNews - 24 Aug 2020 17:29
Hurricane Marco and Tropical Storm Laura are expected to make landfall this week amid the coronavirus pandemic.
What to expect from the Republican National Convention
The Week - 24 Aug 2020 12:00
On the eve of this year's Republican National Convention, it is difficult to say almost anything with certainty about the proceedings. Until recently the RNC was the subject of whispers and lunatic speculation, including...
Suspect arrested after assault on Jewish leader in Austria
ABC News - 24 Aug 2020 10:04
Austrian authorities say a suspect has been arrested after an assault on the head of the Jewish community in Graz, the country’s second-biggest city
'Watch Me, Mr. President': Biden Laughs Off Trump's Biggest Lines Of Attack
The Huffington Post - 24 Aug 2020 05:35
The former vice president hits back at Trump's questions on his age and mental fitness.
Kansas Democrat who won primary after admitting to revenge porn to drop out
New York Post - 24 Aug 2020 04:19
A 19-year-old Kansas Democrat who won a primary for a state officedespite admitting to sexually harassing girls in middle school reportedly said Sunday he plans to drop out of the race. Aaron Coleman, a dishwasher and co...