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	news As-it-happens update ⋅ July 31, 2020
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	NBA.com Players, coaches kneel before NBA's re-opening night NBA.com LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Black players were next to white players. Coaches from one team were next to their compatriots from the opposing side. Many locked arms with the man next to them, some shut their eyes tightly, a few raised their fists into the ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times Lobbying Intensifies Among VP Candidates as Biden's Search Nears an End The New York Times WASHINGTON — Joseph R. Biden Jr. has entered the final stage of his deliberations about choosing a running mate as he prepares to talk one-on-one with the finalists next week, while Democratic leaders lobby him furiously to elevate their allies and sink ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY ESPN sets new 'Monday Night Football' booth of Steve Levy, Louis Riddick and Brian Griese, per reports USA TODAY ESPN is reverting to a three-man booth for its "Monday Night Football" broadcasts this fall. According to multiple reports, Steve Levy will take over as the play-by-play announcer, becoming the fourth person to hold that title since 2015. The color commentators ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports Plaschke: Bubble life couldn't diminish the passion of Lakers-Clippers rivalry Yahoo Sports The bubble could not insulate the intensity. Patrick Beverley was still whining, LeBron James was still barking and, by the end of the night, the neighbors were again engaged in their beautiful feuding. The quarantine could not prevent the passion. Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports Which Celtics should defend Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo? Here's what stats say Yahoo Sports Don't miss NBC Sports Boston's coverage of Celtics-Bucks, which begins Friday at 5:30 p.m. with Celtics Pregame Live followed by tip-off at 6:30 p.m. You can also stream the game on the MyTeams App. No one "stops" Giannis Antetokounmpo. The 2020 ... Flag as irrelevant
	Seattle Times Exxon's debt load is expected to rise as it commits to paying dividend MarketWatch Investors had braced for bad news for Exxon Mobil Corp. and Chevron Corp., and their fears were confirmed Friday when both energy integrateds reported second-quarter results that showed steep losses and dwindling sales amid the economic destruction ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Sports A 'dialed in' Derek Brunson is feeling dangerous ahead of Edmen Shahbazyan clash Yahoo Sports LAS VEGAS — There's no other way to describe Derek Brunson's mixed martial arts career than highly successful. He's won 20 of his 27 career bouts and has finished 14 of his 20 wins. He's been in with the best middleweights of his time, including current ... Flag as irrelevant
	Forbes If Nvidia Bought Arm Holdings, Would That Be The End Of Arm's "Switzerland" Model? Forbes The news that Nvidia NVDA +1.1% is in talks to buy Arm Holdings from SoftBank raises an interesting question. Does this change Arm's model of being a neutral provider of chip technology to everybody from mobile phone makers, to Amazon for its Echo and ... Flag as irrelevant
	Wall Street Journal Consumer Spending Rose 5.6% in June Wall Street Journal U.S. consumers increased spending a solid 5.6% in June but appear to have pulled back since then, restraining the economy's recovery from the coronavirus outbreak. Spending rose for the second consecutive month after steep declines in the spring during ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNN Beyoncé's intentional blackness evolves in 'Black Is King' CNN (CNN) The fact that Beyoncé reigns is not up for debate. But she has outdone herself in her latest love letter to Blackness, at a time when that celebration is not only necessary but demanded. The singer's visual album "Black Is King," which dropped Friday on ... Flag as irrelevant
	Formula 1 'My body will feel it tomorrow' says happy Hulkenberg after 'wild' return to F1 Formula 1 It's been nothing short of a whirlwind 24 hours for Nico Hulkenberg, who was called up to replace Sergio Perez after the Racing Point driver tested positive for Covid-19 on Thursday. After a long night and a long day of practice at a searing hot Silverstone, ... Flag as irrelevant
	TechCrunch Facebook will launch officially licensed music videos in the US starting this weekend TechCrunch Facebook today confirmed it will begin rolling out official music videos across its platform in the U.S., as TechCrunch first reported, as well as introduce a new Music destination within Facebook Watch. The changes, which will go into effect starting this ... Flag as irrelevant
	Reuters Security forces head off anti-government protests in Zimbabwe Reuters HARARE (Reuters) - Streets were deserted and businesses shut in Zimbabwe's two main cities on Friday after security forces were deployed to prevent anti-government marches called by activists over corruption and economic hardship. Police officers check ... Flag as irrelevant
	Los Angeles Times An electric SUV, inspired by California's environment. Is it more than a dream? Los Angeles Times In 2005, Henrik Fisker rested alone on a Malibu beach, contemplating the sunset. Inspired by the sun, the sky, the ocean waves, he opened his sketchpad. The Denmark native, long in love with Southern California, drew a circle and divided it horizontally. Flag as irrelevant
	Newsweek Suspect charged in Thursday shootout outside police station as police leaders offer new details Chicago Tribune A parolee accused of opening fire on several Chicago police officers, injuring three, outside of a Northwest Side police station has been charged in the shooting, officials said Friday morning. Lovelle Jordan, 25, was charged with six counts of attempted ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNBC Alphabet reports first revenue decline in company history CNBC Google parent-company Alphabet beat expectations for its second quarter earnings Thursday, but marked its first quarterly year-over-year revenue decline in company history as the coronavirus pandemic slowed economic growth and advertisers pulled back ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY USDA identifies some of the mysterious, unsolicited seeds after all 50 states issue warnings USA TODAY The U.S. Department of Agriculture has identified 14 different kinds of seeds in the mysterious packages that appear to have been sent unsolicited from China to people around the country. All 50 states have issued warnings about the packages some of which ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNBC What to watch today: Stocks to rise slightly after strong earnings from large tech firms CNBC U.S. stock futures indicated a higher open at the bell following robust quarterly earnings from some of the biggest tech companies that topped Wall Street forecasts. Dow futures implied a roughly 80-point opening gain, while S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures were ... Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News Sir Alan Parker, director of Bugsy Malone and Evita, dies aged 76 BBC News Sir Alan Parker, the acclaimed British director of such films as Fame, Evita and Bugsy Malone, has died aged 76. The double Oscar nominee's many other credits include Midnight Express, Mississippi Burning, The Commitments, Angela's Ashes and Birdy. Flag as irrelevant
	Detroit Free Press GM makes huge effort to increase fast-charging stations for electric vehicles Detroit Free Press General Motors wants people in battery electric vehicles and to make that more appealing, the automaker will start setting up thousands of fast-charging stations in the parking lots and public spaces across U.S. cities and suburbs. GM has partnered with EVgo ... Flag as irrelevant
	New York Daily News First Amendment group sues Trump over Twitter access New York Daily News He can dish it out, but he can't take it. That's what free speech lawyers at Columbia University said Friday about President Trump's decision to continue to block critics from his caustic social media site, even after a federal court ruled two years ago that the ... Flag as irrelevant
	Bengals.com Burrow Arrives At PBS: 'I think We're Going To Have One Of The Best Receiving Corps In The League' Bengals.com Joe Burrow signed his contract Friday while wearing a mask, but it is the Bengals that think they got the steal of the draft when the overall No. 1 draft pick signed in between a quarterbacks meeting and his first walk-through during a hectic morning at Paul ... Flag as irrelevant
	Atlanta Journal Constitution 'I was betrayed' | Tamar Braxton speaks out about suicide attempt Atlanta Journal Constitution The reality star and singer shared some insight on her attempted suicide after years of 'pain'. The last month, fans of Tamar Braxton have sent their well-wishes for recovery after Braxton was hospitalized in Los Angeles due to reportedly overdosing on alcohol ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Hindu Facebook stock spikes to record as prominent advertisers' boycott doesn't scare anyone MarketWatch Analyst says 'apparently, everything is just great' as Facebook earnings show continued strength despite large advertisers' public promise to avoid platform. Crisis? What crisis? Getty Images. Email icon; Facebook icon; Twitter icon; Linkedin icon; Flipboard ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNN Coke with coffee will hit US stores next year CNN New York (CNN Business) Coca-Cola said Friday that it will debut a new Coke with coffee drink in stores in the United States in January to broaden its beverage lineup. "Coca-Cola (KO) With Coffee" will combine regular Coke with Brazilian coffee. Flag as irrelevant
	Boston.com Morning sports update: Tuukka Rask said his decision to wear a Boston Police hat was 'not a statement' Boston.com The Red Sox defeated the Mets on Thursday, 4-2. Catcher Christian Vasquez continued his hot start to the season, hitting two more home runs (he now has four on the season). Different at-bat, same result. pic.twitter.com/RZkhdStn74. — Red Sox (@RedSox) ... Flag as irrelevant
	Orlando Sentinel Florida sets another coronavirus death record with 257 reported fatalities Orlando Sentinel We have lifted the paywall on this story. To support essential reporting, please consider becoming a subscriber. Subtitle Settings. Font. Default, Mono Sans, Mono Serif, Sans, Serif, Comic, Fancy, Small Caps. Font Size. Default, X-Small, Small, Medium, Large ... Flag as irrelevant
	nj.com House bill blocks feds from enforcing marijuana ban in states that legalized recreational, medical weed nj.com EDITOR'S NOTE: NJ Cannabis Insider produces exclusive weekly content and monthly events geared toward those interested in the marijuana and hemp industries. Legislation to fund much of the federal government in the new year passed the House Friday ... Flag as irrelevant
	Forbes CDC Director: White House Stripped Agency Of Covid-19 Data With No Warning Forbes Director of the Centers for Disease Control Robert Redfield said on Friday at a House hearing about the coronavirus pandemic that he was not warned or consulted when the Trump administration moved to bypass the CDC in hospital data reporting earlier ... Flag as irrelevant
	Pharmacy Times Expert Panel Updates the Race for a COVID-19 Vaccine Pharmacy Times 2020-07-31 16:27:00. Kevin Kunzmann. Missed the webinar? Not a problem. Click here to register for free, and receive a free video copy of the hour-plus expert discussion! There is no perfect moment to timestamp the accelerated, massive movement toward ... Flag as irrelevant
	WebMD Pandemic Could Complicate Hurricane Season WebMD By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter. FRIDAY, July 31, 2020 (HealthDay News) -- As Hurricane Isaias moved toward the east coast of Florida on Friday, one expert warns that the coronavirus pandemic could make preparing for an active hurricane season ... Flag as irrelevant
	Ars Technica Amazon investing $10 billion to compete against SpaceX in satellite broadband Ars Technica Amazon has received US approval to launch 3,236 low-Earth orbit satellites for its planned "Project Kuiper" broadband service. A Federal Communications Commission order granting Amazon's application was released Thursday. Amazon said in a blog post ... Flag as irrelevant
	fox8.com Ohio University's plan for fall semester includes phase-in return to campus fox8.com ATHENS, Ohio (WJW)– Ohio University announced its plans for the fall semester on Friday. It includes a phased-in return to campus in Athens, as well as a hybrid learning approach at regional campuses. Gov. DeWine's 10 p.m. last call for alcohol to prevent ... Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News Botham and PM's brother to join House of Lords BBC News Former England cricket captain Sir Ian Botham is to join the House of Lords, the government has confirmed. The 64-year-old, a strong supporter of Brexit, is among 36 new peers, who also include former Chancellors Ken Clarke and Philip Hammond. Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times Oprah Magazine Features Breonna Taylor on the Cover The New York Times O: The Oprah Magazine has covered a wide swath of American culture since it started 20 years ago, but all of its 241 issues have had one thing in common: Oprah Winfrey, the publication's founder and editorial director, has been on the cover. That will ... Flag as irrelevant
	NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth Navy Pilot Training In Texas Makes History NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth The U.S. Navy will celebrate a stunning personal accomplishment for one of its pilots and a milestone for naval aviation. Friday at Naval Air Station Kingsville in South Texas, Lt. j.g. Madeline Swegle cements her place in history as the Navy's first Black female ... Flag as irrelevant
	Newsday NY providing $30M to counties for contact tracing, flu vaccine prep, Gov. Cuomo says Newsday The state will provide counties $30 million for contact tracing, federal funds for flu vaccines and offer financial incentives to a Long Island company and 11 others in New York to manufacture medical supplies, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo said Thursday. Cuomo ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times Contact Tracing Is Failing in Many States. Here's Why. The New York Times In Arizona's most populated region, the coronavirus is so ubiquitous that contact tracers have been unable to reach a fraction of those infected. In Austin, Texas, the story is much the same. Just as it is in North Carolina, where the state's health secretary ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Register-Guard Coronavirus updates Friday: Oregon reports decline in weekly COVID-19 cases The Register-Guard Hide caption. Herman Cain, CEO, The New Voice, speaks during Faith and Freedom Coalition's Road to Majority event in Washington, Friday, June 20, 2014. (AP Photo/Molly Riley). Molly Riley. By Staff, news services ... Flag as irrelevant
	CTV News National COVID-19 exposure notification app now available to download CTV News OTTAWA -- The federal government-backed exposure notification smartphone app has launched, marking the beginning of a new frontier in the coronavirus fight: alerting participating Canadians when they come in proximity to someone who has tested ... Flag as irrelevant
	NJBIZ AirBnB cancels 35 NJ reservations in house-party crackdown amid COVID-spread NJBIZ Online rental company AirBnB said it cancelled 35 New Jersey reservations in a crackdown on house parties after Gov. Phil Murphy decried a recent 700-person party at one of the company's rentals in Jackson, and other teen and young adult gatherings, ... Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News Coronavirus: Manchester lockdown rules cause 'confusion and distress' BBC News The government has been accused of causing "confusion and distress" with its handling of new lockdown rules. People living in Greater Manchester and other parts of northern England have been told they cannot mix with other households in private homes ... Flag as irrelevant
	Indiana Public Media Congress Awards Its Highest Honor To USS Indianapolis Crew Indiana Public Media President Roosevelt waves to the crowds from the USS Indianapolis upon arrival in Uruguay. December 1936. (Flickr/FDR Presidential Library). Congress has awarded the Congressional Gold Medal, its highest honor, to surviving crew members of the USS ... Flag as irrelevant
	Sporting News Charles Barkley defends anyone who chooses not to kneel for national anthem Sporting News The NBA's return to play Thursday was filled with social justice messages, including a unified display of kneeling by Jazz and Pelicans personnel during the national anthem prior to Game 1. Charles Barkley would have been OK with someone standing. Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News Shamima Begum: Bid to return in citizenship fight goes to Supreme Court BBC News The case of runaway Shamima Begum, who is fighting to return to the UK from Syria, will go to the Supreme Court. The Court of Appeal decided that the case raised a point of law of public importance that only the Supreme Court can resolve. Earlier this month ... Flag as irrelevant
	ESPN Harvey Updyke, 'Bama fan who poisoned trees at Auburn, dies WBNG-TV OPELIKA, Ala. (AP) — An overzealous University of Alabama football fan who poisoned landmark oak trees at archrival Auburn University has died. Al.com reports that a son confirmed the death of Harvey Updyke, who lived in Louisiana. Updyke's ... Flag as irrelevant
	KSTP Tickets for Minnesota State Fair 'Food Parade' on sale Friday, users experience website issues KSTP Fair organizers say the event is more than just food: trivia and other entertainment options should keep attendees occupied for hours. Tickets for Minnesota State Fair 'Food Parade' on sale Friday, users experience website. KSTP. Admission is $20 per vehicle ... Flag as irrelevant
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