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AMERICA DISRUPTED — Places like Saginaw County, in the battleground state Michigan, have been hit with the triple shock of a pandemic, recession and an uprising against police abuse. This period of national crisis has not inspired unity and has left voters wondering: Can the United States pull itself together? By Josh Boak and Kat Stafford. SENT: 2,520 words, photos, video. An abridged version of 1,190 words is also available.
RED SOX-ABUSE-RACE — The Boston Red Sox recently issued a strong statement about fighting racism at Fenway Park, following the death of George Floyd. But the team’s words rang hollow for more than a dozen Black men who allege they were sexually abused by former clubhouse manager, Donald “Fitzy” Fitzpatrick, who died in 2005. Because the claims date as far back as the 1970s, they are too old to be included in civil lawsuits. But the Black alleged victims say their pleas for out-of-court settlements have fallen on deaf ears. By Michael Rezendes. SENT: 1,100 words, photos.
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VIRUS OUTBREAK-GLOBAL — Hospitals rapidly approach capacity across the Sunbelt, and the Miami area closed indoor dining at restaurants and gyms again because of the surging coronavirus, as the U.S. emerged from a Fourth of July weekend of picnics, pool parties and beach outings that health officials fear could fuel the rapidly worsening outbreak. By Adriana Gomez Licon and Lisa Marie Pane. SENT: 1,200 words, photos. With VIRUS-OUTBREAK-THE-LATEST.
VIRUS OUTBREAK-SMALL-BUSINESS LOANS-POLITICS — As much as $273 million in federal coronavirus aid was awarded to more than 100 companies that are owned or operated by major donors to Trump’s election efforts. Many of the Trump-connected businesses were among the first to be approved for a loan in early April. By Brian Slodysko and Angeliki Kastanis. SENT: 900 words, photo. With VIRUS OUTBREAK-SMALL BUSINESS LOANS-WHO GOT MONEY? Kanye West? The Girl Scouts? Hedge funds? All got PPP loans; VIRUS OUTBREAK-SMALL BUSINESS LOANS-RELIGION — Virus loans helped entities tied to Trump evangelical allies.
ELECTION 2020-SENATE-TRUMP — Some Republicans are expressing concern about President Donald Trump’s impact on their party’s ability to hold the Senate. They’re worried about polls showing fading public confidence in his job performance and asking if he’s hurting the GOP brand. By Alan Fram. SENT: 960 words, photo.
VIRUS OUTBREAK-NURSING HOMES — The Trump administration is requiring nursing homes to report their COVID-19 cases and deaths. But some facilities that had cases and deaths turn up as having none on Medicare’s COVID-19 nursing home website. By Ricardo Alonso-Zaldivar. SENT: 780 words, photo.
ISRAEL-ANNEXATION-THE JERUSALEM MODEL — It’s hard to say what exactly will change in the West Bank if Israel follows through on its plans to annex parts of the occupied territory, but east Jerusalem, which was annexed more than a half-century ago, may provide some answers. Israeli leaders paint Jerusalem as a model of coexistence, the “unified, eternal” capital of the Jewish people, where minorities have equal rights. But Palestinian residents face widespread discrimination, most lack citizenship and many live in fear of being forced out. By Joseph Krauss. SENT: 1,170 words, photos.
JAPAN-FLOODS — Soldiers rescued residents on boats as floodwaters flowed down streets in southern Japanese towns hit by deadly rains that were expanding across the region. At least 50 people have died and a dozen are missing. By Mari Yamaguchi. SENT: 380 words, photos.
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VIRUS OUTBREAK-AUSTRALIA — Australia has been among the world’s most successful countries in containing its coronavirus outbreak, but with one exception — Melbourne. SENT: 970 words, photos.
VIRUS-OUTBREAK-POLAND-COAL-TROUBLES — The coronavirus has ripped through Poland’s coal mines, where men descend deep underground in tightly packed elevators and work shoulder-to-shoulder to extract the source of 75% of the nation’s electrical power. SENT: 1,050 words, photos.
VIRUS-OUTBREAK-DUBAI-TOURISM — From French soccer jerseys to slick online campaigns, Dubai is trumpeting the fact that it reopened for tourism— but what that means for this sheikhdom that relies on the dollars, pounds, rupees and yuan spent by travelers remains in question. SENT: 830 words, photos.
VIRUS OUTBREAK-VIRAL QUESTIONS-RESTAURANTS — How risky is dining out during the COVID-19 pandemic? There is some risk, but health officials say you can take precautions to minimize your exposure to the virus. SENT: 340 words, photo.
VIRUS OUTBREAK-MIDEAST — Saudi Arabia issues guidelines for the 1,000 or so pilgrims that will be allowed to perform the hajj pilgrimage in Mecca later this month, an experience that will be unlike any before because of the coronavirus pandemic. SENT: 760 words, photos.
VIRUS OUTBREAK-ASIA — Almost 11 million students begin taking China’s university entrance exam after a delay as the country worked to bring down coronavirus infections. SENT: 880 words, photos.
VIRUS-OUTBREAK-CALIFORNIA — A coronavirus outbreak is closing California’s Capitol and forcing the Assembly to put off its return to work as infection and hospitalization rates soar across the state. SENT: 670 words, photos.
VIRUS OUTBREAK-GET HAPPY-PHOTO GALLERY — Argentines try to find happiness under quarantine. SENT: 610 words, photos.
VIRUS-OUTBREAK-EXTREMIST IMPACT — The U.N.’s secretary-general warns that the COVID-19 pandemic is providing new opportunities for the Islamic State extremist group, al-Qaida and their affiliates as well as neo-Nazis, white supremacists and hate groups. SENT: 600 words.
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RETAILERS-MASK-WEARING — Retailers to governors: Please mandate face mask wearing. SENT: 150 words.
HOSPITAL SHOOTING-FLORIDA — Disabled veteran committed for shooting two in Florida ER. SENT: 170 words.
THAILAND-COCONUT-CONTROVERSY — Thailand denies monkeys abused to harvest coconut products. SENT: 540 words, photos.
RICKEY SMILEY-DAUGHTER SHOT — Rickey Smiley’s daughter injured after being shot in Texas. SENT: 170 words.
LAST HAWAIIAN PRINCESS — Judge blocks auction of so-called Hawaiian princess’ things. SENT: 500 words.
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HONG-KONG-CHINA — Hong Kong’s leader Carrie Lam offers scant reassurance over a new national security law that critics say undermines liberties and legal protections promised when China took control of the former British colony. By Business Writers Zen Soo and Elaine Kurtenbach. SENT: 1,030 words, photos.
INDIA-CHINA — Indian and Chinese soldiers have backed away from the site of a deadly clash last month in the Galwan Valley along the undemarcated border, Indian security officials say, a sign of the countries’ progress in disengaging from a months-long standoff. SENT: 780 words, photo.
NORTH KOREA-US — North Korea says it has no immediate intent to resume a dialogue with the United States as U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Stephen Biegun arrived in South Korea for discussions on stalled nuclear diplomacy. SENT: 720 words, photo.
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MISSING SOLDIER-TEXAS — An Army commander confirms that dismembered remains found last week buried near Fort Hood belonged to a 20-year-old soldier who vanished more than two months ago from the Texas base. SENT: 600 words, photos.
PUERTO RICO-POLITICAL UPHEAVAL — Puerto Rico braces for potential political upheaval after the U.S. territory’s governor denies allegations of obstruction of justice while the main opposition party demands she be investigated and hinted at a possible impeachment process. SENT: 460 words, photo.
WYNN-DEFAMATION-LAWSUIT-APPEAL — The Nevada Supreme Court is asked to reinstate a defamation lawsuit against The Associated Press and an AP reporter based on a story about accounts to Las Vegas police from two women who alleged sexual misconduct by former casino mogul Steve Wynn. SENT: 510 words.
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FINANCIAL-MARKETS — Global shares were mostly lower as expanding coronavirus outbreaks dimmed hopes for a global recovery, despite an overnight rally in tech shares that pushed the Nasdaq composite to another record high. By Business Writer Yuri Kageyama. SENT: 520 words, photos. With EUROPE-ECONOMY — EU forecasts deeper economic hit from pandemic.
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BRITAIN-JOHNNY DEPP — Johnny Depp has a starring role in a real-life courtroom drama in London, where he is suing a tabloid newspaper for libel over an article that branded him a “wife beater.” SENT: 600 words, photos, video.
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