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U.S. Diplomat Coughs Online, and European Allies Wonder if They Were Exposed
The New York Times - 1 Nov 2020 12:00
A senior State Department official who tested positive for the coronavirus after a trip to Europe has angered other diplomats and irritated foreign officials whom he could have infected.
Day of the Dead has everything to do with the afterlife, love and those colorful skulls you've seen around
CNN - 1 Nov 2020 07:12
Families are spreading bulks of marigold petals, lighting up candles for their loved ones and some are even wearing colorful skull makeup.
Super typhoon slams into Philippines, 1 million evacuated
NY Daily News - 1 Nov 2020 04:30Democrats led early voting after Trump's attacks on mail-in ballots. Now Trump needs to dominate Election Day
USA Today - 1 Nov 2020 14:01
President Donald Trump will have to rely on strong in-person Election Day turnout among Republicans to defeat Democratic challenger Joe Biden.
Third grand juror in Breonna Taylor case wants to speak out
New York Post - 1 Nov 2020 02:07
A third grand juror in the Breonna Taylor case plans to speak out about the controversial deliberations that cleared three Louisville cops of any criminal liability in the 26-year-old emergency room tech’s death, accor...
'You have created this chaos,' arrested clergy says to police who pepper sprayed North Carolina crowd
USA Today - 1 Nov 2020 16:01Voting 2020 updates: Missouri polling place covers noose; Texas event canceled after Biden bus swarmed by Trump supporters
USA Today - 1 Nov 2020 04:16
There was a six-hour wait time for voters in one South Carolina city Saturday. Native voters are facing voting challenges. News you need to know.
Trump Writes 'I Love Texas!' Over Video Of MAGA Truck Attack On Biden Caravan
The Huffington Post - 1 Nov 2020 05:23
A car in the Biden caravan was forced out of its lane by a MAGA pickup truck in a dangerous highway collision.
Vintage cars, artwork seized from home of ex-Mexico City police chief wanted by Interpol
New York Post - 1 Nov 2020 04:35
Authorities searching the home of a corrupt former Mexico City police chief were shocked by the fugitive cop’s luxurious lifestyle — including a garage packed with dozens of vintage cars and even a boat, according to...
1,000-pound gator caught by Florida man with harpoon
NY Daily News - 1 Nov 2020 05:47
Sometimes, Captain Ahab wins.
European nations imposing new lockdowns as coronavirus cases surge out of control
CBSNews - 1 Nov 2020 03:33
Several countries across Europe are imposing new national lockdowns as coronavirus infections rise once again. France was among the first to impose new restrictions as cases soared out of control. Imtiaz Tyab has more.
North Carolina voter rally ends with pepper spray, 8 arrests
New York Post - 1 Nov 2020 03:06
GRAHAM, N.C. (AP) -- A get-out-the-vote rally that ended with North Carolina police pepper spraying and arresting attendants was the result of participants blocking the roadway without authorization, authorities said Sat...
Two polls show Biden up in Pennsylvania, split on Florida; White House says Fauci part of 'swamp': Live election updates
USA Today - 1 Nov 2020 18:44
With two days to go before Election Day, Trump is stopping in five key states, while his White House again goes after Dr. Fauci.
Death toll from Aegean Sea quake rises to 60
CNN - 1 Nov 2020 15:40
The powerful earthquake that hit the Aegean Sea on Friday has killed 58 people in Turkey, the country's disaster agency said Sunday. Two people also died on the Greek island of Samos, Greek authorities said.
Why Somalis are closely watching the US elections
Al Jazeera English - 1 Nov 2020 15:39
Impacted by the US's 'war on terror' and Trump's so-called Muslim ban, many in Somalia await result of November 3 polls.
Trump promises more jobs for Michigan, blasts Biden as Election Day nears
New York Post - 1 Nov 2020 15:38
President Trump began Sunday - two days before the presidential election - making a last-minute plea to Michigan voters and once again claiming that Joe Biden referred to young black men as "super predators."
We Have Never Had Final Results on Election Day
The New York Times - 1 Nov 2020 15:00
President Trump has been trying to pre-emptively delegitimize ballots counted after Nov. 3. But states have always counted past election night.
Tropical Storm Eta forecast to strengthen In the next few days
ABC News - 1 Nov 2020 14:33
Tropical Storm Eta formed overnight and currently has winds of 40 mph.
Terror attacks in France over Muhammad cartoons spark debate on secularism, Islamophobia
USA Today - 1 Nov 2020 14:20
Prophet Muhammad cartoons: "They are the equivalent of the N-word. They are equivalent of blackface. They are racial slurs," said one expert.
Grandma Wong was a key figure in Hong Kong's protest movement -- until she disappeared
CNN - 1 Nov 2020 06:13
With her gray hair and huge British flag, 64-year-old Alexandra Wong was a striking figure on the frontlines of last year's pro-democracy protests -- until she disappeared.
Inspiring Black Voters Is Key to Biden's Prospects in Florida
The New York Times - 1 Nov 2020 23:43
Democratic groups are pouring money into get-out-the-vote efforts in Black precincts to try to increase turnout from 2016, in a state that is critical to President Trump's re-election chances.
Trial to begin for man accused in Minnesota mosque bombing
ABC News - 1 Nov 2020 20:37
Jury selection is to begin for the leader of an Illinois anti-government group.