Wall Street to kick out three Chinese telecom firms
The New York Stock Exchange will delist the Chinese companies based on claimed links with the military. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2X2GQgN
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A man was hospitalized with the virus after attending a controversial ‘Covid conga line’ party in Queens.
By BY DANIEL E. SLOTNIK from NYT World https://ift.tt/3n59WH8
Justice Dept. Asks Judge to Toss Election Lawsuit Against Pence
By BY MAGGIE HABERMAN AND KATIE BENNER from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3pxXFMS
Resolving to live a lot better than in 2020.
By BY CONCEPCIÓN DE LEÓN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2WWTRIZ
Grapes, yellow underwear and a scarecrow: Colombia preserves its traditions.
By BY JULIE TURKEWITZ from NYT World https://ift.tt/38UqkF8
US politics in 2021: What's in store for President-elect Biden?
A new president with an agenda that's already set - and an outgoing president who's not leaving quietly. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/34XrnmC
Brexit: 'We welcomed the trade deal like a Christmas present'
Europeans in the UK, and British people around Europe, explain what Brexit will mean for them. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3858jVm
India's love affair with classic British motorbikes
BSA, Norton and Royal Enfield are all owned by Indian firms who want to kickstart the brands. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aV4mog
Why 2021 could be turning point for tackling climate change
This year could be a "make or break" moment in the fight against global warming. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/382ZTOi
Australia-China row: 'I'm Australian - why do I need to prove my loyalty?'
Many Chinese-Australians fear a "new McCarthyism" as Australia's values are tested by its China row. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hxtS48
Ten African music stars to look out for in 2021
Elaine, Fik Fameica and Omah Lay are among the stars who have impressed BBC Africa's music experts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3rMs4cb
Macron promises to speed up France’s vaccine rollout after frustration over sluggish start.
By BY AURELIEN BREEDEN from NYT World https://ift.tt/2KQ72c8
In Montreal, at least there is still (takeout) poutine, a hangover antidote of choice.
By BY DAN BILEFSKY from NYT World https://ift.tt/3o6zIvJ
Minneapolis Police Release Body Camera Video of First Killing Since George Floyd
By BY NICHOLAS BOGEL-BURROUGHS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/38UEXZ6
Israel could become the first country to vaccinate all of its citizens.
By BY ISABEL KERSHNER from NYT World https://ift.tt/3o52xJ8
For a grieving family, 2020 cannot end soon enough.
By BY JACK HEALY from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/381v10D
Georgia Republicans Deliver Persistent Message: Fear the Democrats
By BY ASTEAD W. HERNDON AND RICHARD FAUSSET from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2L7EZF0
Moscow train carriage helps rehome stray pets
The Tails and Paws train features posters of dozens of animals in need of a new home. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3n3C90Q
Nashville explosion: Police probe conspiracy theory motive
Police are trying to determine if conspiracy theories motivated the suspect in the Nashville attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3n1Zgce
After Breonna Taylor Case, Louisville Police Face Precarious Next Chapter
By BY WILL WRIGHT, NICHOLAS BOGEL-BURROUGHS AND AUSTYN GAFFNEY from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3pBCjhB
Critics Say Nashville Police Could Have Done More With Tip About Bomber
By BY STEVE CAVENDISH, JAMIE MCGEE AND RICK ROJAS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3814mBd
The Small Colorado Town Shrugged Off the Pandemic. Then Came the Coronavirus Variant.
By BY DAVE PHILIPPS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2WX72cP
A Dallas-Fort Worth air traffic control center was closed for disinfection, and big flight delays soon followed.
By BY NEIL VIGDOR from NYT World https://ift.tt/3rEa181
Zhang Zhan: The 'rebellious soul' jailed for filming Wuhan
Citizen journalist Zhang Zhan spoke about why she chose to cover the outbreak before her arrest. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2X0EHSI
Republican senator to dispute certification of Biden victory
The tactic is expected to change nothing, but will set the stage for what the Biden camp called "antics". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hventp
Deepening divisions: Venezuela's haves and have nots
A relaxation of economic restraints has some benefits - for those with access to US dollars. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aXftx4
Remembering the entertainment and arts figures we lost in 2020
Remembering some of the figures from music, film, TV, radio and literature who died in 2020. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pGbLvV
India's most uplifting social media moments in 2020
From a dancing doctor to a street food stall owner - people who gave hope in the pandemic year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pG9yAD
Closing of Air Traffic Control Center for Virus Cleaning Halts Flights in Dallas
By BY NEIL VIGDOR from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2L94sO4
The Bomb That Struck the Heart of Nashville
By BY MARGARET RENKL from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3o3y7H5
Life went on as it always had in Simla, Colo., until the virus came to town. And then the variant.
By BY DAVE PHILIPPS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/37YwNzQ
‘No Realistic Path’ for Quick Vote on $2,000 Stimulus Checks, McConnell Says
By BY CATIE EDMONDSON from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3aX8ap0
To get young students back in classrooms, California plans to offer a financial incentive to districts to reopen.
By BY JILL COWAN from NYT World https://ift.tt/3pGKMjP
Syria attack: At least 28 killed in ambush on bus
A human rights monitor blamed Islamic State for the attack, saying all those killed were soldiers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aW1cAD
Penn Station: New train hall returns beauty to New York station
The newly-designed hall opens on Thursday after the original landmark was demolished in 1963. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3o6H2Yo
2020 through the lens of a photojournalist
Photojournalist Leah Millis recaps the year with her favourite images from 2020. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2LbP57u
Yemen war: Video shows moment Aden airport attacked
Television cameras were positioned for the arrival of the new government when the attack happened. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Jx6dEx
Four protests that triggered change - and one that didn't
The BBC looks at a selection of history's powerful protests and why only some achieved their goals. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hsiHtE
Norway mudslide: Aerial footage shows devastation
At least nine people are injured and houses have been buried in the Norwegian village of Gjerdrum. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hxgugg
Iraqi interpreters 'stalked by death squads' for helping the British
Ali and Ahmed helped British forces but now they live in fear of being killed by death squads. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/37XM9Va
2 Cleveland Police Officers Avoid Federal Charges in Killing of Tamir Rice
By BY NEIL VIGDOR from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3o3WKU8
Cutest Couple, Class Clown and a Competitive Year for D.C. Superlatives
By BY MICHELLE COTTLE from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/37WpLvi
China is set to vaccinate millions, but without any proof that its vaccines work.
By BY SUI-LEE WEE from NYT World https://ift.tt/37VG5N0
McConnell Blocks Vote on $2,000 Checks Despite G.O.P. Pressure
By BY CATIE EDMONDSON from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3hqbRVz
Biden Criticizes Trump on Vaccine Distribution and Pledges to Pick Up Pace
By BY THOMAS KAPLAN AND REBECCA ROBBINS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3occBAh
Alaska Airlines Clamps Down on Emotional Support Animals on Flights
By BY ALLYSON WALLER from NYT Business https://ift.tt/3mSklWw
Howard J. Rubenstein, Public Relations Impresario, Dies at 88
By BY ROBERT D. MCFADDEN from NYT Business https://ift.tt/2X0YIIR
Moderna will give its Covid-19 vaccine to its workers, board members and some relatives.
By BY REBECCA ROBBINS from NYT World https://ift.tt/2L2pRsv
Nursing Home Patients Are Dying of Loneliness
By BY THE EDITORIAL BOARD from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3htThf9
More Contagious Coronavirus Variant Found in Colorado
By BY CARL ZIMMER AND BRYAN PIETSCH from NYT Health https://ift.tt/3hs0ex7
Treasury will begin sending the $600 stimulus checks.
By BY DEBORAH B. SOLOMON from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2JsYNC6
China Has All It Needs to Vaccinate Millions, Except Proof Its Vaccines Work
By BY SUI-LEE WEE from NYT Business https://ift.tt/3hragyF
Pompeo Weighs Plan to Place Cuba on U.S. Terrorism Sponsor List
By BY MICHAEL CROWLEY, CHARLIE SAVAGE AND ERIC SCHMITT from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3px3pGB
Covid-19: Biden says Trump vaccine roll-out is 'falling behind'
The US president-elect calls for vaccinations to be ramped up as he warns of a "tough period" ahead. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3rCXamt
2020 and me: 'We need to learn life lessons from this'
Mahnaz Rehman lost her husband during lockdown in Karachi, Pakistan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3rB0fU9
Belarus protests: The demonstrators speaking out in new and creative ways
Faced by a government crackdown, demonstrations over the disputed August election have been forced to evolve. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/38Ir68h
Quarantine meals: The 2020 food trend no-one predicted
Across the world, people in quarantine facilities were treated to some weird and wonderful combinations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2KOthPJ
Iraqi interpreters 'stalked by death squads' for helping the British
Ali and Ahmed helped British forces but now they live in fear of being killed by death squads. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/34WfxZZ
Fashion lookahead: Eight major 2021 looks from tie-dye to pastels
The patterns, prints, materials and accessories we're likely to be wearing this year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/34Qh5ok
What my grandfather's life taught me about China and America
Vincent Ni reflects on the long life of his grandfather and a crucial choice he made as a young man. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/37UEyql
Notable African deaths of 2020: From jazz legends to football heroes
A look back at some of the iconic figures on the African continent who we said farewell to this year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2KBDcYX
Joe Biden’s Climate Team Actually Cares About Climate
By BY THE EDITORIAL BOARD from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3pttrdY
A Single Bone Rib-Eye Roast for Small Feasts
By BY FLORENCE FABRICANT from NYT Food https://ift.tt/37VeM5h
Take a Culinary Road Trip With ‘The Roads to Rome’
By BY FLORENCE FABRICANT from NYT Food https://ift.tt/2KBw8LU
Get Cozy With a Chocolaty Champurrado Mix
By BY FLORENCE FABRICANT from NYT Food https://ift.tt/2WUsRJU
Japan to build wooden satellites to cut space junk
One of Japan's largest companies has partnered with Kyoto University in what would be a world first. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nReSR3
Vaccinations begin at the nursing home where 46 died in the pandemic’s first days.
By BY JACK HEALY from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2L2JJf2
A Tornado, a Pandemic and Now a Bombing: ‘Nashville Strong’ Is Tested
By BY RICK ROJAS, STEVE CAVENDISH AND JAMIE MCGEE from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/34Q2ppm
Biden Admonishes Trump Administration Over ‘Obstruction’
By BY THOMAS KAPLAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3htqg35
Green Beret Charged in Shooting Spree Was Visiting Family, Prosecutor Says
By BY CONCEPCIÓN DE LEÓN AND MARIE FAZIO from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3aTiuhJ
House Votes to Override Trump’s Veto of Military Bill
By BY CATIE EDMONDSON from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2MgThnh