Month: June 2020
Russians squeeze U.S. troops in Syria amid uproar over Trump’s dealings with Moscow – POLITICO
The disclosure of the bounty program has highlighted emerging frictions between the U.S. and Russia in other areas, including in Syria. For years, the two countries have at times supported opposing … [+8259 uspech]
Belgian King Conveys ‘Deepest Regrets’ For Brutal Colonial Past In Congo – NPR
A statue of King Leopold II stands defaced after protests this month in Brussels. Belgian King Philippe acknowledged “acts of violence and cruelty” in his country’s colonial past in Africa. Kenzo Tr… [+3507 uspech]
Putin nears goal of changing Russian constitution, letting him stay in power until 2036 – Fox News
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday moved one step closer to cementing a set of constitutional changes that would allow him to remain in power until 2036. A nationwide vote on a package o… [+3787 uspech]
New York Judge Blocks Publication of Trump Tell-All Until a July Hearing – The New York Times
A judge in Dutchess County, N.Y., on Tuesday temporarily blocked publication of a tell-all book by President Trumps niece Mary L. Trump that is currently scheduled for release July 28. Judge Hal Gre… [+1109 uspech]
U.S. consumer confidence for June jumps more than expected – CNBC
Consumer confidence rose more than expected in June as the U.S. loosened stay-at-home and quarantine restrictions, raising hope for an economic recovery, according to data released Tuesday. The Conf… [+1433 lose weight]
Hong Kong is about to be governed by a law most residents have never seen. And it’s already having an effect – CNN
Hong Kong (CNN)China’s new national security legislation for Hong Kong was written and passed behind closed doors, without the consultation of the city’s local government or legislature. It reportedl… [+5209 paid traffic training 2.0 review]
Investigating the disappearance of a massive star in a distant galaxy – CNN
(CNN)A massive star has quietly disappeared in a dwarf galaxy 75 million light-years away, according to a new study. Given the lack of a visible supernova, the researchers believe the star grew dim a… [+2484 paid traffic training 2.0 review]
Fauci testifies before Senate as states rush to reimpose Covid-19 curbs – The Guardian
The top US infectious disease expert Dr Anthony Fauci testified before the Senate on the governments coronavirus efforts on Tuesday, as cases continue to soar and states around the country reverse th… [+3559 paid traffic training 2.0 review]
Carl Reiner, TV comedy pioneer and probing straight man to Mel Brooks, dies at 98 – The Washington Post
Actor and filmmaker Rob Reiner, one of his sons, confirmed the death in a tweet. The elder Mr. Reiner gained a national following in the 1950s as a brilliant straight man opposite Sid Caesar on infl… [+9734 Choose a workout]