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George Washington Professor Who Reportedly Faked Being Black Resigns
Thursday, September 10, 2020
The university says Jessica A. Krug has quit, effective immediately, after a blog post published under her name said she had assumed various Black identities even though she is a white woman.
Ex-Columbia University Gynecologist Accused Of Abusing Dozens Of Patients Is Indicted
Wednesday, September 09, 2020
Robert Hadden has been arrested in connection with the abuse of dozens of female patients, including minors. He has been accused of abuse in the past but avoided jail time in a previous case.
U.S. Says It Will Cut Number Of Troops In Iraq By Nearly Half This Month
Wednesday, September 09, 2020
Gen. Frank McKenzie, who is responsible for U.S. forces in the Middle East, says the U.S. presence will drop from 5,200 to 3,000 troops in a move he says shows confidence in Iraqi army.
Congress Launches Investigation Into Fort Hood Deaths
Tuesday, September 08, 2020
The probe will focus on whether the recent tragedies "may be symptomatic of underlying leadership, discipline, and morale deficiencies throughout the chain-of-command."
House Democrats Investigating Postmaster General Over Campaign Finance Allegations
Tuesday, September 08, 2020
House Oversight Committee Chairwoman Carolyn Maloney calls on Louis DeJoy to be suspended amid allegations that he might have violated rules on political donations. DeJoy denies any wrongdoing.
'At Any Cost': Japanese, IOC Officials Insist Olympics Will Happen In 2021
Tuesday, September 08, 2020
In the past week, multiple Japanese organizers and International Olympic Committee officials have said that the Tokyo Games will proceed regardless of the state of the COVID-19 pandemic.
United, Delta, American Say They Are Dropping Change Fees For Domestic Flights
Monday, August 31, 2020
United's CEO says the change was a top request from customers. Delta and American followed suit after United's announcement. Airlines are trying to coax wary customers to return amid the pandemic.
John Thompson Jr., Legendary Georgetown Basketball Coach, Dies At 78
Monday, August 31, 2020
The Hall of Famer led the Georgetown men's team to 24 consecutive postseason appearances. He was the first Black coach to win a national men's college basketball title.
Trader Joe's Working To Remove Product Branding Criticized As Racist
Monday, July 20, 2020
The grocery store chain has carried product lines such as Trader José's and Trader Ming's. Critics say the branding employs racial stereotypes.
Former VA Medical Worker Pleads Guilty To Murdering 7 Patients In West Virginia
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
Reta Mays was charged with killing seven patients by injecting them with insulin. She worked as a nursing assistant on the night shift at a Veterans Affairs medical center in Clarksburg.
Nearly Every Major League Baseball Team Has Had A Coronavirus Test Come Back Positive
Friday, July 10, 2020
So far, 71 players have tested positive for the coronavirus, the MLB said on Friday. "I'm actually kind of pleased it's as low as that," the league's medical director says.
Turkey Converts Istanbul's Iconic Hagia Sophia Back Into A Mosque
Friday, July 10, 2020
The Byzantine-era architectural marvel has been used as a museum since 1934 and is widely regarded as a symbol of peaceful religious coexistence. A court ruling Friday revoked its museum status.
California Governor Outlines How The State Will Decide To Open Again
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
"There's no light switch here. It's more like a dimmer," Gavin Newsom said Tuesday. "That dimmer is this toggling back and forth between more restrictive and less restrictive measures."
World Bank: Coronavirus Is Pushing Sub-Saharan Africa To First Recession In 25 Years
Thursday, April 09, 2020
Sub-Saharan Africa is home to some of the world's fastest-growing economies. But the World Bank projects its economies could pull back as much as 5.1% this year, driven by the coronavirus pandemic.
Gov. Cuomo Says N.Y. Cases Are Increasing, But At A Slower Rate
Friday, March 27, 2020
The number of coronavirus cases in New York is doubling every four days — a marked decrease from early on in the outbreak, when it was doubling every 2 1/2 days.
Harlem Globetrotters Great Fred 'Curly' Neal Has Died At 77
Thursday, March 26, 2020
The team remembers him as "one of the truly magical dribblers and shooters in basketball history." Neal played 22 seasons for the Globetrotters.
In Israel, An Unexpected Political Twist Could Keep Netanyahu In Power
Thursday, March 26, 2020
After three inconclusive elections, Netanyahu and his rival Benny Gantz are reportedly close to a deal to rotate as prime minister, with Netanyahu taking the first turn.
Tougher ID Requirements For Domestic Flights Postponed To 2021
Thursday, March 26, 2020
The Dept. of Homeland Security has pushed back the enforcement deadline for REAL ID from Oct. 1, 2020 to Oct. 1, 2021 in light of the coronavirus pandemic.
China Temporarily Closes Its Borders To Foreign Nationals
Thursday, March 26, 2020
It's not clear how long the measures, which affect foreigners holding valid visas and residence permits, will remain in place. Exemptions will be made for diplomats and plane crews.
Judge Orders Environmental Review Of Controversial Dakota Access Pipeline
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
It is a major victory for the Native American tribes and environmental groups fighting against the project. The judge has not decided whether oil can still flow in the meantime.