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What Belarusians Can Learn From Poland

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By BY BARTOSZ T. WIELINSKI Opinion https://ift.tt/31Knpwm The protests, strikes and brutal police response invite comparison to Solidarity’s campaign for freedom from Moscow 40 years ago. There are differences. New York Times Strikes, Demonstrations, Protests and Riots, Freedom of the Press, Police Brutality, Misconduct and Shootings, Human Rights and Human Rights Violations September 1, 2020 at 05:00AM

Walmart Announces Membership Service in Attempt to Compete With Amazon

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By BY MICHAEL CORKERY Business https://ift.tt/2YRoOj0 Walmart+ will cost $98 a year to receive free shipping for orders over $35. The company hopes to build on the success of its pickup grocery business. New York Times Shopping and Retail, E-Commerce September 1, 2020 at 04:01AM

Los Angeles Sheriff’s Deputies Fatally Shoot a Black Man They Say Had a Gun

By BY NEIL VIGDOR AND AZI PAYBARAH U.S. https://ift.tt/2YS1vpi The man, who had been stopped riding a bicycle, was shot several times when a fight broke out, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department said. New York Times Police Reform, George Floyd Protests (2020), Black Lives Matter Movement, Black People, Police Brutality, Misconduct and Shootings, Demonstrations, Protests and Riots September 1, 2020 at 03:42AM

Your Tuesday Briefing

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By BY NATASHA FROST Briefing https://ift.tt/2QIWgUg Germany’s far right, “Hotel Rwanda,” Spain: Here’s what you need to know. New York Times September 1, 2020 at 03:23AM

How the Fatal Shooting at a Portland Protest Unfolded

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By BY EVAN HILL, STELLA COOPER, DREW JORDAN AND DMITRIY KHAVIN Video https://ift.tt/2EJienR We followed the final moments of a man shot and killed in Portland, Ore., as supporters of President Trump clashed with those protesting police violence. New York Times Demonstrations, Protests and Riots, Murders, Attempted Murders and Homicides, George Floyd Protests (2020), Black Lives Matter Movement, Video Recordings, Downloads and Streaming, Fringe Groups and Movements September 1, 2020 at 03:15AM

Corrections: Sept. 1, 2020

By Unknown Author Corrections https://ift.tt/34TBk5k Corrections that appeared in print on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2020. New York Times September 1, 2020 at 02:10AM

Quotation of the Day: In Command: The Few, the Proud, the White

By Unknown Author Today’s Paper https://ift.tt/3hZg421 Quotation of the Day for Tuesday, September 1, 2020. New York Times September 1, 2020 at 02:10AM

Unable to Decide

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By BY DEB AMLEN Crosswords & Games https://ift.tt/3jpd4w2 David Steinberg slashes through his grid. New York Times Crossword Puzzles September 1, 2020 at 02:00AM

Saudi King Fires 2 Royals in Defense Corruption Inquiry

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By BY REUTERS World https://ift.tt/32Hcgfk The king’s decision was based on Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s call for an investigation into “suspicious financial transactions at the defense ministry,” according to state news media. New York Times Defense and Military Forces, Politics and Government September 1, 2020 at 01:48AM

Elecciones 2020: el Partido Republicano postula a Trump y el demócrata Biden aún lleva la ventaja

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By BY ANNIE KARNI AND ASTEAD W. HERNDON en Español https://ift.tt/3hM7seV Ponte al día: las últimas cifras, lo que te perdiste de la convención, el enfoque del presidente Trump en el futuro de la economía y los supuestos riesgos que corre la “grandeza” del país en caso de que Joe Biden fuera electo. New York Times Presidential Election of 2020, Polls and Public Opinion, United States Politics and Government, Black People, Republican National Convention, Democratic National Convention, Race and Ethnicity September 1, 2020 at 01:00AM

Biden Condemned Violence. Why Won’t Trump?

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By BY MICHELLE GOLDBERG Opinion https://ift.tt/2QNebcp Only one candidate incites his supporters to mayhem. New York Times Presidential Election of 2020, George Floyd Protests (2020), United States Politics and Government, Polls and Public Opinion, Demonstrations, Protests and Riots, Fringe Groups and Movements, Terrorism, Vandalism, Voting and Voters, Black Lives Matter Movement, Republican National Convention September 1, 2020 at 12:36AM

Trump Defends Kyle Rittenhouse

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By BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS U.S. https://ift.tt/3lE5lfl President Trump said Mr. Rittenhouse, the 17-year-old who has been charged in the killings of two people in Wisconsin, was “violently attacked.” New York Times United States Politics and Government, Demonstrations, Protests and Riots September 1, 2020 at 12:31AM

A Long History of Language That Incites and Demonizes

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By BY PETER BAKER U.S. https://ift.tt/31KRbBp President Trump has employed provocative and sometimes incendiary words and images to focus attention on demonstrations and away from the human and economic costs of the pandemic. New York Times George Floyd Protests (2020), Demonstrations, Protests and Riots, Presidential Election of 2020, Antifa Movement (US), Black Lives Matter Movement, Police Brutality, Misconduct and Shootings, United States Politics and Government, Black People, Charlottesville, Va, Violence (August, 2017), Republican National Convention September 1, 2020 at 12:31AM

‘We Germans,’ Alexander Starritt by the Author: An Excerpt

By Unknown Author Books https://ift.tt/2ENgSIq An excerpt from “We Germans,” by Alexander Starritt New York Times September 1, 2020 at 12:16AM

Unwitting Progressives for Trump

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By BY BRET STEPHENS Opinion https://ift.tt/2QJ2YJY Does Joe Biden have the nerve to stand up to the far left? New York Times George Floyd Protests (2020), Demonstrations, Protests and Riots, Presidential Election of 2020, Black Lives Matter Movement, Looting (Crime), Race and Ethnicity, Police Brutality, Misconduct and Shootings, Monuments and Memorials (Structures) September 1, 2020 at 12:10AM

Facebook Could Block Sharing of News Stories in Australia

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By BY DAISUKE WAKABAYASHI AND MIKE ISAAC Technology https://ift.tt/32KSNdo The move, a response to pressure to pay publishers when their stories are posted on the social network, could add to internet silos springing up around the world. New York Times Computers and the Internet, News and News Media, Social Media, Regulation and Deregulation of Industry, Rumors and Misinformation September 1, 2020 at 12:00AM

Frustrated by Election Boycott, Venezuela’s Leader Pardons 100 Opponents

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By BY ANATOLY KURMANAEV World https://ift.tt/3hYVvCR President Nicolás Maduro cast his decree as a bid for unity, but many members of the political opposition quickly scorned it. New York Times Amnesties, Commutations and Pardons, Political Prisoners, Politics and Government, Embargoes and Sanctions, Boycotts August 31, 2020 at 11:55PM

A Teacher and Congresswoman Confronts School Reopenings

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By BY REID J. EPSTEIN U.S. https://ift.tt/3jxJ29n Representative Jahana Hayes, a former National Teacher of the Year, says that she has many concerns — and that parents need to make their voices heard. New York Times Education (K-12), Coronavirus Reopenings, Coronavirus Risks and Safety Concerns August 31, 2020 at 11:47PM

Trump Fans Strife as Unrest Roils the U.S.

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By BY PETER BAKER AND MAGGIE HABERMAN U.S. https://ift.tt/2YQLyQa The president plans to visit to Kenosha, Wis., on Tuesday, unwelcome by officials in a state pivotal to the election, to condemn what he calls “left-wing mobs.” New York Times Presidential Election of 2020, George Floyd Protests (2020), Demonstrations, Protests and Riots, Antifa Movement (US), United States Politics and Government August 31, 2020 at 11:41PM

A series of primaries in Massachusetts could be a bellwether for the Democratic Party.

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By BY JACEY FORTIN U.S. https://ift.tt/34OFiMu New York Times August 31, 2020 at 11:27PM

American Intelligence Knows What Russia Is Doing

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By BY THE EDITORIAL BOARD Opinion https://ift.tt/2YQMJiE Congress needs to understand about foreign election meddling, too. New York Times United States Politics and Government, Russian Interference in 2016 US Elections and Ties to Trump Associates, Presidential Election of 2020 August 31, 2020 at 11:22PM

Indian Court Hands Down Symbolic Sentence for Outspoken Lawyer

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By BY KARAN DEEP SINGH AND HARI KUMAR World https://ift.tt/2YOVU32 The case against Prashant Bhushan, a public interest lawyer who criticized the Supreme Court and its chief justice in tweets, was seen as a test of free expression in the world’s largest democracy. New York Times Freedom of Speech and Expression, Legal Profession August 31, 2020 at 07:36AM

Up in the Air, It’s a Kite. And a Toddler.

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By BY TIFFANY MAY World https://ift.tt/32FfOyr Powerful winds swept a 3-year-old into the sky after she became entangled in a kite during a festival in Taiwan. The girl landed safely. New York Times Kites, Children and Childhood August 31, 2020 at 07:31AM

Eye on Beirut, Senegal Port Rushes to Truck Away Tons of Ammonium Nitrate

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By BY RUTH MACLEAN World https://ift.tt/2ETFdw0 After nearly 3,000 tons of ammonium nitrate caused a devastating explosion in Beirut, Lebanon, the West African nation of Senegal discovered the same amount sitting in its port in Dakar. New York Times Beirut, Lebanon, Explosions (2020), Ammonium Nitrate, Ships and Shipping, Trucks and Trucking, Explosions (Accidental) August 31, 2020 at 07:00AM

Attach an Asterisk to This U.S. Open? Tennis History Mocks That Idea

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By BY CHRISTOPHER CLAREY Sports https://ift.tt/2DegAd7 The field is considerably diminished because of complications related to the pandemic, but our columnist can tell you about many other Grand Slam draws that lacked the best players of the day. New York Times Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), United States Open (Tennis), Tennis August 31, 2020 at 07:00AM

Youth and Experience Will Face Off in the U.S. Open Women’s Draw

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By BY MAX GENDLER Sports https://ift.tt/2YOB8QV The No. 1 and No. 2 players are absent, but Serena Williams continues her quest for a record title, while Sofia Kenin and Naomi Osaka are at her heels. New York Times United States Open (Tennis), Tennis August 31, 2020 at 07:00AM

With Some Big Names Missing, U.S. Open Men’s Draw Still Looks Strong

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By BY MAX GENDLER Sports https://ift.tt/31HkC77 Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal won’t be in Queens, but up-and-coming stars like Dominic Thiem and Daniil Medvedev will pose a challenge to Novak Djokovic. New York Times United States Open (Tennis), Tennis August 31, 2020 at 07:00AM

A Quick Virus Test? Sure, If You Can Afford It

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By BY J. DAVID GOODMAN https://ift.tt/31IXSUE Standard tests in New York City can take days or weeks. Wealthier people are turning to concierge services and small laboratories to get results in as little as 24 hours. New York Times Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), Tests (Medical), Laboratories and Scientific Equipment, High Net Worth Individuals August 31, 2020 at 07:00AM

At the U.S. Open, Doubles, of All Things, Stays Stable

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By BY MAX GENDLER Sports https://ift.tt/2YPJvvB Juan Sebastián Cabal and Robert Farah return to defend their titles, as do Timea Babos and Kristina Mladenovic, in two packed and experienced doubles draws. New York Times Tennis, United States Open (Tennis) August 31, 2020 at 07:00AM

2020 U.S. Open: What to Watch on Opening Monday

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By BY MAX GENDLER Sports https://ift.tt/3jtysjB With no fans watching in person, this United States Open is all about juggling television and online streams. Here’s a strategy and some players worth your attention. New York Times Tennis, United States Open (Tennis) August 31, 2020 at 07:00AM

What’s on TV Monday: ‘All or Nothing’ and ‘American Ninja Warrior’

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By BY PETER LIBBEY Arts https://ift.tt/34Mhclz An Amazon sports docuseries returns, this time focusing on the soccer club Tottenham Hotspur. And an athletic competition show prepares for a new season with a special event. New York Times Movies, Television, Documentary Films and Programs August 31, 2020 at 05:00AM

Meet Germany’s Bizarre Anti-Lockdown Protesters

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By BY ANNA SAUERBREY Opinion https://ift.tt/3gDgNnS A strange mix of conspiracy theorists, far-right extremists and ordinary citizens have taken to the streets. Why? New York Times Demonstrations, Protests and Riots, Conspiracy Theories, QAnon, Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) August 31, 2020 at 05:00AM

As Japan’s Abe Leaves, ‘Abenomics’ Will Remain, for Good or Ill

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By BY BEN DOOLEY AND HIKARI HIDA Business https://ift.tt/31G9QxZ The departing prime minister’s policies helped shake Japan out of decades of stagnation. But long-term restructuring efforts are needed to keep its economy charging forward. New York Times Economic Conditions and Trends, International Trade and World Market, Stimulus (Economic) August 31, 2020 at 04:01AM

The Runway Lights Failed, So Villagers Used Their Headlights to Aid an Airlift

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By Unknown Author U.S. https://ift.tt/2QENSp6 A child was waiting to be flown to Anchorage, but the pilot of a LifeMed Alaska flight could not see the runway at the airport in Igiugig, Alaska, officials said. New York Times Airlines and Airplanes, Airports, Pilots, Airlifts, Rural Areas, All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV) August 31, 2020 at 03:41AM

Your Monday Briefing

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By BY NATASHA FROST Briefing https://ift.tt/3hIvVSj Belarus, Portland protests, British schools: Here’s what you need to know. New York Times August 31, 2020 at 02:42AM

No Corrections: Aug. 31, 2020

By Unknown Author Corrections https://ift.tt/3hJRrWG No corrections appeared in print on Monday, Aug. 31, 2020. New York Times August 31, 2020 at 02:06AM

Quotation of the Day: As China Flexes, Taiwan Revamps Its Military

By Unknown Author Today’s Paper https://ift.tt/2EwV5VO Quotation of the Day for Monday, August 31, 2020. New York Times August 31, 2020 at 02:03AM

How to Help Someone Who Lost Their Job

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By BY DORIE CHEVLEN Smarter Living https://ift.tt/2YPiDMn Check in, but not too much. New York Times August 31, 2020 at 02:00AM

Think You’re Making Good Climate Choices? Take This Mini-Quiz

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By BY VERONICA PENNEY Climate https://ift.tt/2YOnXj6 Most Americans don’t have the information they need to effectively reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, according to new research. You might be one of them. New York Times August 31, 2020 at 01:34AM

I’m Still Reading Andrew Sullivan. But I Can’t Defend Him.

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By BY BEN SMITH Business https://ift.tt/31FeH2G He’s one of the most influential journalists of the last three decades, but he’s shadowed by a 1994 magazine cover story that claimed to show a link between race and I.Q. New York Times Writing and Writers, Race and Ethnicity, Same-Sex Marriage, Civil Unions and Domestic Partnerships, Intelligence and Intelligence Tests (IQ), Blogs and Blogging (Internet), Media, Magazines August 31, 2020 at 01:30AM

Portland Shooting Amplifies Tensions in Presidential Race

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By BY MIKE BAKER, THOMAS KAPLAN AND SHANE GOLDMACHER U.S. https://ift.tt/32EEtTN A fatal shooting after clashes in Portland came on the heels of the shooting deaths of two people during confrontations in Kenosha, Wis., earlier in the week. New York Times Demonstrations, Protests and Riots, Presidential Election of 2020, George Floyd Protests (2020), Federal-State Relations (US), Fringe Groups and Movements August 31, 2020 at 12:51AM

Trump, Vicar of Fear and Violence

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By BY CHARLES M. BLOW Opinion https://ift.tt/3bbyA4D He continues the old practice of stoking white victimhood for votes. New York Times Presidential Election of 2020, Black People, Whites, Presidents and Presidency (US), Politics and Government, Crime and Criminals August 31, 2020 at 12:22AM

Jon Rahm Sinks a Big Putt to Win Playoff at the BMW Championship

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By BY ASSOCIATED PRESS Sports https://ift.tt/31Iok0E Dustin Johnson, the third-round leader, forced the playoff with Rahm, who shut the door by sinking a putt of over 65 feet for a birdie 3 on the first extra hole. New York Times Golf August 31, 2020 at 12:10AM

Stories of 2020: Five Lives Caught in a Year of Upheaval and Pain

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By BY PETER BAKER, JOHN BRANCH, JOHN ELIGON, REID J. EPSTEIN, DAN LEVIN AND MARC STEIN U.S. https://ift.tt/3gJPdVW In a year that has filled morgues, emptied schools, shuttered workplaces, swelled unemployment lines and polarized the electorate, these are a few of the Americans struggling to respond. New York Times Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), George Floyd Protests (2020), Presidential Election of 2020, Police Brutality, Misconduct and Shootings, Black People, Wildfires, Race and Ethnicity, Demonstrations, Protests and Riots August 30, 2020 at 11:31PM

Preaching Equality, Start-Up Didn’t Practice It With Employees

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By BY ERIN GRIFFITH Business https://ift.tt/3lwmV4X Current and former workers at Carta, a hot Silicon Valley fintech company, said they were belittled, excluded and punished if they spoke up. New York Times Workplace Hazards and Violations, Start-ups, Women and Girls, Discrimination August 30, 2020 at 09:00AM

Malcolm X, Laurence Fishburne and ‘the Theater of Your Mind’

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By BY LAUREN CHRISTENSEN Books https://ift.tt/31FpvO1 The Oscar-nominated actor narrates “The Autobiography of Malcolm X” in an audiobook project he says “doesn’t change my perspective so much as it amplifies it.” New York Times Books and Literature, Black Lives Matter Movement, Black People, Civil Rights Movement (1954-68), Race and Ethnicity, Audiobooks, Writing and Writers, Actors and Actresses August 30, 2020 at 09:00AM

Política y estética del meme

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By BY JORGE CARRIÓN en Español https://ift.tt/3hItcYS Estos mensajes breves y generalmente irónicos son el auténtico telón de fondo de nuestra época. Y antes de reírnos y compartirlos, valdría la pena analizarlos, especialmente por su contenido político, pero también como una forma artística. New York Times Computers and the Internet, Art, Politics and Government August 30, 2020 at 09:00AM

What’s on TV Sunday: The VMAs and ‘Driven to Abstraction’

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By BY LAUREN MESSMAN Arts https://ift.tt/2YKsIKk The MTV Video Music Awards come to New York. And a new documentary retraces a major art world scandal. New York Times Television, Movies August 30, 2020 at 09:00AM

Veteranos militares buscan una cura en retiros de terapia alucinógena en la selva

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By BY ERNESTO LONDOÑO AND ADAM FERGUSON en Español https://ift.tt/3hHQePM La ayahuasca atrae a miles de personas cada año, entre ellas a soldados retirados. Quienes ofrecen la sustancia son exponentes de un boyante mercado de la salud mental sin regulaciones ni permisos. New York Times Veterans, Drug Abuse and Traffic, Mental Health and Disorders, Depression (Mental), Antidepressants, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder August 30, 2020 at 07:10AM

Breonna Taylor’s Life Was Changing. Then the Police Came to Her Door.

By Unknown Author U.S. https://ift.tt/3hGJIJd An ex-boyfriend’s run-ins with the law entangled her even as she tried to move on. Interviews, documents and jailhouse recordings help explain how she landed in the middle of a deadly drug raid. New York Times Police Brutality, Misconduct and Shootings, Black Lives Matter Movement, George Floyd Protests (2020), Racial Profiling, Search and Seizure, Drug Abuse and Traffic August 30, 2020 at 07:00AM