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‘No Slavery in Australia’? These Pacific Islanders Tell a Different Story
The Black Lives Matter movement has offered a rare moment for the descendants of plantation laborers brought aboard ships in the 19th century to make their family histories known.
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The New York Times
"It’s a chance to have our story told. We need to take that opportunity."
The Black Lives Matter movement in Australia has prompted descendants of plantation laborers who were brought aboard ships in the 19th century to make their family histories known.
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Why Kamala Harris Matters to Me
As an Indian-American professor of African-American history, I am experiencing Biden’s vice-presidential pick as a personal gift.
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The New York Times
In Opinion
"Not only does she represent the very groups mocked and vilified by Mr. Trump: women, Black people and immigrants, but also, as a woman of Afro-Indian descent she might well be the future face of American politics," Manisha Sinha writes.
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Luxury Homes Tie Chinese Communist Elite to Hong Kong’s Fate
Three top leaders of China’s Communist Party have relatives who own assets in Hong Kong, including more than $51 million in luxury real estate, a New York Times investigation shows.
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The New York Times
3 top leaders of China’s Communist Party have relatives who own assets in Hong Kong, including more than $51 million in luxury real estate, a New York Times investigation shows
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The Kamala Harris Pick: Geographic Balance Takes Back Seat to Gender, Race
The days when presidential candidates would choose running mates who could deliver their home states are now long gone.
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The New York Times
The selection of Kamala Harris — a senator from perhaps the most solidly Democratic state — marks the latest evidence that gender and race have now surpassed geographic balance when it comes to building a ticket for the White House
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A Black Nurse Saved Lives. Today She May Save Art.
Once a slave, Biddy Mason went on to a life of extraordinary accomplishments. The fact that she figures in W.P.A. murals in San Francisco may save them from destruction.
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The New York Times
Once a slave, Biddy Mason went on to a life of extraordinary accomplishments. The fact that she figures in murals in San Francisco may save them from destruction.
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Virginia Man Who Drove Into Protesters Gets 6 Years in Prison
Harry H. Rogers, who prosecutors say is an admitted K.K.K. leader, faces three additional counts of attempted malicious wounding, a felony.
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The New York Times
A Virginia man, who prosecutors say admitted to being a member of the Ku Klux Klan, was sentenced to 6 years in prison after driving through demonstrators at a Black Lives Matter protest in June
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Ilhan Omar Wins House Primary in Minnesota
Ms. Omar, a member of the “Squad” of progressive women of color elected to the House two years ago, topped a well-funded challenger in a victory for the left.
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The New York Times
Representative Ilhan Omar of Minnesota won her congressional primary on Tuesday
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‘A Smoking Gun’: Infectious Coronavirus Retrieved From Hospital Air
Airborne virus plays a significant role in community transmission, many experts believe. A new study fills in the missing piece: Floating virus can infect cells.
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The New York Times
Researchers collected airborne coronavirus droplets 7 to 16 feet from Covid-19 patients – farther than the 6 feet recommended in social distancing guidelines.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene, a QAnon Supporter, Wins House Primary in Georgia
Ms. Greene’s victory came as six states were holding elections on Tuesday, with Ilhan Omar facing a well-funded primary challenge in Minnesota.
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The New York Times
A QAnon conspiracy theorist, Marjorie Taylor Greene, won a Republican House primary in Georgia and is poised to be elected to Congress
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A Record 75% of Americans Can Vote by Mail in 2020
notes: Despite President Trump’s protests, more Americans will vote by mail this fall than ever before, as states expand mail voting laws in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
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The New York Times
76% of U.S. voters will be eligible to receive a ballot in the mail — the most in history.
Mail voting is more accessible this fall than ever before in part because concerns about virus transmission at polling places have forced states to make changes.
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The New York Times
Some states identified as solid or likely Democratic have implemented some of the most expansive mail voting programs. Some states identified as solid or likely Republican have continued to restrict access to mail voting. nyti.ms/2PHyhnV pic.twitter.com/XCvzNQcl2H
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Judge Agrees to Retire After Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
Judge ShawnDya L. Simpson, 54, agreed to step down after the Commission on Judicial Conduct determined her behavior in court was “erratic and at times intemperate.”
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The New York Times
A 54-year-old New York judge has agreed to retire after acknowledging that she has an advanced case of Alzheimer’s disease.
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Inside the Fight to Save Houston’s Most Vulnerable
Our reporters and cameras were given exclusive access to the Covid medical I.C.U. at Houston Methodist Hospital. Meet five patients and watch as the staff works to heal them.
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The New York Times
Behind these ICU doors are some of Houston Methodist’s sickest Covid patients. Most are Latino. It is a microcosm of the national picture, as the pandemic has disproportionately affected Latinos.
Hear their stories and watch the staff fight to save them.
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Kamala Harris Is Biden’s Choice for Vice President
A former rival for the Democratic nomination, she will be the first Black woman to be nominated for national office by a major political party.
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The New York Times
Breaking News: Sen. Kamala Harris of California is Joe Biden’s pick for vice president. A pragmatic moderate, she is the first Black woman on a major party ticket. nyti.ms/33VYEz7 pic.twitter.com/NMcIz60ckH
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The Virus Is Killing Young Floridians. Work, Not Partying, Is Often to Blame.
The number of younger adults in the state who died of the disease quadrupled last month, as rising numbers of them tested positive.
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The New York Times
Though most of the people who have died from the coronavirus in Florida are older, the number of younger adults who died last month quadrupled, and a disproportionate number of them are Black
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2020 Election Live Updates: What’s at Stake for Biden in the V.P. Announcement
Joe Biden may pick his running mate as soon as today. In a Minnesota primary, Ilhan Omar faces a stiff challenge, while in Georgia, a QAnon supporter has a shot at a House seat.
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The New York Times
A Republican congressional candidate in Connecticut was arrested and charged with strangulation and unlawful restraint the night before Tuesday's state primary
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How the Democrats Are Lining Up Their Convention Speakers
Prime-time keynote speeches will feature Michelle Obama on Monday, Jill Biden on Tuesday and Barack Obama on Wednesday before Joe Biden’s acceptance address on Thursday.
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The New York Times
The Democratic National Convention will be anchored by nightly prime-time keynote speeches, with Michelle Obama on Monday, Jill Biden on Tuesday, Barack Obama on Wednesday, and Joe Biden's acceptance speech on Thursday.
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Coronavirus Live Updates: Russia Approves a Possible Vaccine Before Completing Trials
The first-of-its-kind announcement comes amid international concerns that the country is rushing approval for political purposes. The number of virus cases worldwide has now passed 20 million.
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The New York Times
New Zealand reported 4 new coronavirus cases on Tuesday after more than 100 days without any new infections. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said the capital Auckland would increase restrictions for 3 days. nyti.ms/30NcJwM pic.twitter.com/9FYJvve9Ci
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The New York Times
Breaking News: Russia approved a coronavirus vaccine, President Vladimir Putin said, amid concerns that the country is rushing the process for political purposes
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Citrus Flavoring Is Weaponized Against Insect-Borne Diseases
The E.P.A. has approved nootkatone, which is found in cedars and grapefruit. It repels ticks, mosquitoes and other dangerous bugs for hours, but is safe enough to eat.
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The New York Times
The EPA approved nootkatone, which is found in cedar trees and grapefruits. It repels ticks, mosquitoes and other dangerous bugs for hours.
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Michigan Democrats Hesitate on Whitmer as V.P.: ‘Selfishly, We Need Her Here’
She is suddenly on Joe Biden’s shortlist. Can Michigan afford to lose her?
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The New York Times
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is suddenly on Joe Biden’s vice presidential shortlist. Her supporters are excited, but don’t want to lose her in Michigan. “Selfishly, we need her here,” one Democratic activist said.
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Biden’s V.P. Pick Is Said to Be Imminent
Joe Biden’s advisers are planning an announcement for the middle of the week as his search concludes, people briefed on the selection process said.
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The New York Times
Joe Biden has finished interviewing running-mate candidates, and his search committee is said to be disbanding, signaling an imminent announcement
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