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Chemical weapons watchdog punishes Syria over attacks A chemical weapons watchdog agreed Wednesday to revoke Syria's voting and election rights over its use of such munitions on its own people.      IOC says athlete protests remain banned at Tokyo Olympics The International Olympic Committee said that athlete protests and political messages will remain banned at the Tokyo Olympics after a survey found that a majority of competitors supported keeping the ban in place.   Senate narrowly votes to confirm Vanita Gupta as associate attorney general The Senate voted 51-49 on Wednesday to confirm Vanita Gupta as associate attorney general, making her the first woman of color to serve in the role in the history of the Justice Department.   Watch: Hawks guard Trae Young suffers left ankle sprain vs. Knicks Atlanta Hawks star point guard Trae Young was forced to exit Wednesday night's game against the New York Knicks because of a left ankle injury.   Daunte Wright's family holds public viewing after fatal police shooting Daunte Wright's family held a public viewing on Wednesday after he was shot and killed by police in Minnesota earlier this month.   U.S., Iran make progress but no 'breakthroughs' in nuclear talks Negotiations aimed at facilitating the return of the United States to the Iran nuclear deal have made some progress in Austria, but officials say there's still a ways to go.   Lakers star Anthony Davis to return Thursday vs. Mavericks Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis is expected to return from a nine-week absence Thursday against the Dallas Mavericks.   House passes two bills in response to Trump 2017 travel ban The House on Wednesday passed the NO BAN Act and the Access to Counsel Act, which both seek to combat former President Donald Trump's 2017 travel ban.   Ex-Broncos safety T.J. Ward retires from NFL after eight seasons T.J. Ward, a hard-hitting safety who was a starter in the Denver Broncos' famed "No Fly Zone" secondary, formally announced his retirement Wednesday.   NFL owners approve replay change, single-digit jersey number rule NFL owners approved a series of new rules Wednesday, including expanded booth-to-official communication and loosened restrictions on who can wear which jersey numbers.   At least 22 COVID-19 patients die after oxygen leak at India hospital Authorities said Wednesday that at least 22 COVID-19 patients being treated on ventilators at a hospital in India died following an oxygen leak.   Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam signs law legalizing simple marijuana possession Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam signed legislation Wednesday legalizing simple marijuana possession for adults and calling for automatic expungement of past misdemeanor marijuana convictions beginning July 1.   More than 40% in U.S. live in cities with unhealthy air, study says More than 40% of Americans live with unhealthy air, according to the American Lung Association's annual "State of the Air" report.   Machine learning helps researchers decipher the Dead Sea Scrolls In a new study, researchers used machine learning to study the Great Isaiah Scroll, which some researchers hypothesized was penned by two scribes with similar handwriting styles.   Boeing delivers its second F-15EX fighter plane Boeing Co. announced the delivery of its second F-15EX fighter plane to the U.S. Air Force on Wednesday.   NASA rover Perseverance produces oxygen on Mars A machine has produced oxygen for the first time on another planet, NASA announced Wednesday.   $500 lottery winners score $1 million prize two months later A South Carolina couple who thought they "hit the big time" with a $500 lottery prize found their lucky streak wasn't over when they won $1 million just two months later.   'Jeopardy!' taps LeVar Burton, George Stephanopoulos as new guest hosts "Jeopardy!" announced five new guest hosts will helm the game show in the coming weeks, including LeVar Burton and Robin Roberts.   Watch: Jogger followed by black bear in Wyoming park A jogger in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park captured video when he caught the attention of a bear that followed him down the trail.   Rainforests of Central Africa unequally vulnerable to climate change, human development The dense tropical rainforest of Central Africa occupies more than 500 million acres, making it the second largest in the world.   Police release body cam footage, 911 calls in shooting of 16-year-old Ma'Khia Bryant Authorities in Columbus, Ohio, said police officer Nicholas Reardon fatally shot 16-year-old Ma'Khia Bryant while responding to a disturbance call at a residence.   Police: Grocery store gunman asked for transfer before Long Island shooting Police said Wednesday that the suspected gunman in a Long Island grocery store shooting had asked for a transfer to another store shortly before opening fire and killing one.   Message in a bottle travels 250 miles from Kentucky to Tennessee in 30 years A message in a bottle dropped into a Kentucky river was found 30 years later after floating an estimated 250 miles to Tennessee.   | |||||||||||||||||||||
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Justice Dept. Opens Broad Inquiry Into Minneapolis PoliceThe investigation was a sign that President Biden intends to wield federal law enforcement as a tool to combat police abuses.   How Civil Rights Lawyer Keith Ellison Led the Chauvin ProsecutionYears before he won a murder conviction for the death of George Floyd, Mr. Ellison, the Minnesota attorney general, was a young civil rights lawyer taking on police misconduct. After Chauvin Verdict, Police React With Relief and Some ResentmentUnions and chiefs applauded the guilty verdict against Derek Chauvin, but rank-and-file officers were left feeling anxious. Buoyed by Floyd Verdict, Congress Eyes Policing ReformA bipartisan effort to change policing practices collapsed last summer after George Floyd’s murder by a white officer. Can a “guilty” verdict and President Biden’s call for action resurrect it? G.O.P. Bills Target Protesters (and Absolve Motorists Who Hit Them)As the nation reacts to the guilty verdict a jury handed to Derek Chauvin in the killing of George Floyd, Republican-led states are introducing punitive new measures governing protests. Derek Chauvin Is Being Held in Solitary Confinement For 23 Hours a DayHe has been placed in an isolated wing of Minnesota’s only maximum-security prison because of fears for his safety. How Darnella Frazier's Video Upended The Minneapolis PD's Initial TaleThe Minneapolis Police Department’s initial account of officers’ encounter with George Floyd was dramatically different from the reality shown on a bystander’s video. Federal Inspectors Fear More Vaccines Were Exposed to ContaminationLast month, up to 15 million doses of Johnson & Johnson’s vaccine had to be discarded at Emergent’s factory in Baltimore. A new report says problems were not fully investigated and other doses may be compromised. Putin Warns of a 'Red Line' the West Will Regret CrossingIn a state-of-the nation speech, President Vladimir Putin warned of a “fast and tough” response to security threats, in a message seemingly aimed at President Biden and delivered amid large protests. Biden to Declare Atrocities Against Armenia Were GenocideThe designation for the World War I-era killings would further fray U.S. relations with Turkey, but it is a risk the president appears willing to take to further human rights, officials said. House Votes to Restrict President's Powers on Travel BansThe No Ban Act would curb the president’s expansive power to control immigration and bar restrictions on the basis of religion. It faces steep obstacles in the Senate. As Republicans Push Voting Laws, They Disagree on StrategyTrump-friendly state lawmakers trying to enact new voting laws are facing pockets of opposition from fellow Republicans who argue that some measures go too far or would hurt the party’s own voters. Minneapolis, Johnson & Johnson, YOLO: Your Wednesday Evening BriefingHere’s what you need to know at the end of the day. Guilty of All ChargesAfter 10 hours of deliberation, a jury found that Derek Chauvin had murdered George Floyd. We were in Minneapolis for the verdict and the reaction. That Anxiety You’re Feeling? It’s a Habit You Can Unlearn.An addiction psychiatrist’s counterintuitive approach to dealing with worry, craving and anxiety. Broadway Returns in AustraliaHear lessons and songs from shows now opening on Australia’s stages. Subscribers can R.S.V.P. here. After the Derek Chauvin Verdict, the War ContinuesThe fight for equality doesn’t end after a single conviction. You Should Go Back and Watch the Chauvin TrialThe guilty verdict notwithstanding, the case demonstrated the wide latitude police officers are given to kill people. Why Trump Still Rules the Republican PartyYou don’t hear his name as much. But as far as the G.O.P. is concerned, the former president rules. Putin’s Tough TalkRussian troops massed on the border of Ukraine, a dissident gravely ill, new sanctions. What’s it all mean? Should America Go Nuclear?It’s carbon-free, but has a history of disasters. Investing more in nuclear power can help get us to carbon-neutral by 2050. But is it worth it? George Floyd ‘Changed the World,’ and Other ReflectionsReaders discuss a proclamation by Mr. Floyd’s young daughter and note the key roles played by the judge and the teenager who took the nine-minute video. I Met a Taliban Leader and Lost Hope for My CountryAfghan women know the cost of the wars started by men, and we will continue to suffer after American forces withdraw. How the Coronavirus Overwhelmed IndiaComplacency and lack of preparation by the government pushed the country into an unprecedented crisis. The European Super League: Ruining Football, American-StyleBillionaire owners. Disloyalty. Hunger for profit. The plan for the European Super League was, in fact, made in America. Thank Goodness for PoetryLangston Hughes, Muriel Rukeyser and Toyo Suyemoto help make sense of challenging times. Vikki Dougan on How She Became 'The Back'The model once known as “The Back” on a Hollywood career cut short. Welcome to the YOLO EconomyBurned out and flush with savings, some workers are quitting stable jobs in search of postpandemic adventure. How to Deal With the Rental Car CrunchThe pandemic has wreaked havoc in the rental car industry, leading to a shortage of cars and sticker shock for travelers. Here are some tips for finding an affordable one. Columbus Shooting: Video Sheds Light on Killing of Ohio TeenNew video and 911 calls shed light on what led to the fatal shooting of 16-year-old Ma’Khia Bryant, who the police said was wielding a knife when an officer fired four shots at her. Lyrid Meteor Shower 2021: How to WatchMeteor showers can light up night skies from dusk to dawn, and if you’re lucky you might be able to catch a glimpse. Pentagon Seeks Aircraft Carrier for Afghanistan WithdrawalMilitary officials said the request was headed to the desk of Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III, who is expected to decide soon. Officer Who Gave $25 to Kyle Rittenhouse’s Defense Loses JobLt. William Kelly of the Norfolk Police Department in Virginia was relieved of duty by city officials, who said his support for the Kenosha, Wis., shooting suspect undermined the public’s trust in law enforcement. Canadian Lawmaker Apologizes for Taking Nude Photo of ColleagueIt was not immediately clear what sanctions, if any, Sébastien Lemire would face after he acknowledged taking a nude photo of William Amos during a Zoom call. Antonio Brown Settles Suit With Sexual Assault AccuserA statement released by lawyers for Brown and his accuser said, “Having reflected on their relationship, both feel that the time has come to move on.” Arizona Governor Vetoes Bill Restricting L.G.B.T.Q. EducationThe Republican governor said the legislation, which would restrict lessons on sexual orientation and gender identity, was “overly broad and vague.” Florida School Superintendent Arrested on Perjury ChargeThe superintendent of Broward County Public Schools, Robert W. Runcie, was arrested as part of a criminal investigation following the Parkland school shooting in 2018. Deadly Blast Hits Pakistan Hotel, Missing China's EnvoyThe Serena Hotel in Quetta, Pakistan, is frequented by foreign guests, including a high-level Chinese delegation that was staying there but not present when the explosion struck. 12 Stellar Recipes for Your Next Outdoor HangThese dips, salads, tarts and more taste great — and will stand up to an afternoon out. ‘Skate Kitchen,’ ‘Night Moves’ and More Streaming GemsEnjoy these options that are off the beaten path. How Bad Is Our Pandemic Drinking Problem?The past year has changed alcohol use patterns, especially among women. The impacts probably won’t be fully known for years. Earth Day 2021: TV Shows and Documentaries to WatchThis year’s specials include a Greta Thunberg documentary, a David Attenborough extravaganza, James Cameron on whales and Cher rescuing an elephant. Why James Charles Has Been Demonetized by YouTubeThe platform recently took action against a high-profile makeup artist. Here’s some background. House Hunting in France: A Medieval Estate Near Provence for $3 MillionIn the South of France, where vacation homes dominate much of the housing market, demand is rising for serenity and outdoor space. After Heart Attack, British Man’s Post Resonates on LinkedInJonathan Frostick, a program manager at an investment bank, was still in the hospital when he wrote a LinkedIn post vowing to step away from work and spend more time with his family. Thousands responded. Tempest Storm, Who Disrobed to Enduring Acclaim, Dies at 93One of the most celebrated strippers of her time, she began her career in burlesque’s golden twilight and continued performing into her 80s. Arrival Developing Electric Vehicles Without Assembly LineArrival, a developer of electric vans and buses, says it has come up with a cheaper way to build vehicles in small factories. But can it deliver on that promise? More Recent Articles
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