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Fresh virus cluster spreads to five Chinese regions

A fresh coronavirus cluster in a port city in northeast China has spread to other provinces and prompted fresh restrictions, authorities said Monday, as Beijing scrambles to prevent a second wave of infections. China had largely brought the virus under

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With Lebanon in virus lockdown, Hezbollah can’t afford an Israel flare-up — yet

The terror group has managed to portray itself as the great defender against the ravages of COVID-19. It would rather avoid a second front, against Israel… at least for now

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‘Elevator Pitch’ Examines Accessibility Issues in New York City’s Subway System, Step-by-Painful-Step

Filmmaker Martyna Starosta talked with TIME about her short film, Elevator Pitch, which poignantly pairs audio testimonials from the public at regular meetings of the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA), with scenes of people struggling in the many staircases of the

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Portland protestors, Wall of Moms sue Trump administration over use of tear gas, rubber bullets – USA TODAY

Portland protestors, Wall of Moms sue Trump administration over use of tear gas, rubber bullets  USA TODAY “If This Can Happen Here In Portland, It Can Happen Anywhere.” | NBC News  NBC News Crowds launch fireworks at brewery, draw guns on drivers

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Portland protestors, Wall of Moms sue Trump administration over use of tear gas, rubber bullets – USA TODAY

Portland protestors, Wall of Moms sue Trump administration over use of tear gas, rubber bullets  USA TODAY “If This Can Happen Here In Portland, It Can Happen Anywhere.” | NBC News  NBC News Seattle police release bodycam footage of violent protests as

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Portland protestors, Wall of Moms sue Trump administration over use of tear gas, rubber bullets – USA TODAY

Portland protestors, Wall of Moms sue Trump administration over use of tear gas, rubber bullets  USA TODAY Ex-DHS Sec. Tom Ridge says presence of federal authorities in Portland ‘not consistent’ with agency’s mission  CNN Crowds launch fireworks at brewery, draw guns on

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Fiverr expands global reach, sets up Dutch, Italian freelance services sites

Giving users the opportunity to interact in their native language will lead to increased adoption of platform in these markets, CEO Micha Kaufman says

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Attempt thwarted to smuggle cellphones to security prisoners via hospital visits

Devices reportedly concealed in bathroom at Barzilai Medical Center ahead of arrival of six inmates from Ketziot Prison for doctor’s appointments

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‘Tidal Wave’ Of Power Shut-Offs Looms As Nation Grapples With Heat

Power shut-off moratoriums imposed at the start of the pandemic are beginning to expire. Customers and utilities face a backlog of missed bills that may eventually be passed on to ratepayers. (Image credit: Lynsey Weatherspoon for NPR)

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Pandemic Is Overwhelming U.S. Public Health Capacity In Many States. What Now?

With the coronavirus spreading out of control in many parts of the U.S., some experts say the strategy of testing and tracing can’t contain the pandemic until lockdowns bring case numbers down. (Image credit: Lynne Sladky/AP)

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