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World War 2

Inquiry into London’s Grenfell fire seeks protection for key witnesses

By Estelle ShirbonLONDON (Reuters) - A public inquiry into the fire at Grenfell Tower in London which killed 72 people is seeking a guarantee that certain witnesses will not be prosecuted over their evidence, the inquiry said on Thursday.The 23-storey social housing block, owned by the wealthy borough of Kensington…

bubmagFebruary 6, 2020

Black Hole

Companies warn of an economic crisis as China battles coronavirus

The government steps up support, not to boost growth but to ensure social stabilityRARELY HAVE plans in China fallen apart so swiftly and so publicly. On January 12th the leaders of Hubei declared that the province’s GDP would grow by 7.5% this year. They made no mention of a new…

bubmagFebruary 6, 2020

Meritocracy

Are test scores the backbone of meritocracy or the nexus of privilege?

University of California’s review of its admissions procedures smiles on SATsLIKE ANY hotbed of scholarly activity, the University of California (UC) is no stranger to rows. Recently a debate over the use of SATs and ACTs, tests used in college admissions, has spilled out from campus and into the courtroom.…

bubmagFebruary 6, 2020

Black Hole

Companies warn of an economic crisis as China battles coronavirus

The government steps up support, not to boost growth but to ensure social stabilityRARELY HAVE plans in China fallen apart so swiftly and so publicly. On January 12th the leaders of Hubei declared that the province’s GDP would grow by 7.5% this year. They made no mention of a new…

bubmagFebruary 6, 2020

Google

Facebook and Venmo demand Clearview AI stops scraping their data

Before sending the letter, it appears Facebook had tried several different approaches to get Clearview to comply. According to CBS News, the social media giant sent multiple letters to Clearview, attempting to clarify its policies. CBS News says the company had also requested detailed information from Clearview about its practices…

bubmagFebruary 6, 2020

Donald Trump

Trump plans impeachment victory lap after acquittal

Washington (CNN)President Donald Trump emerged vindictive and angry at a rambling, mostly mean-spirited noontime event on Thursday meant to mark his impeachment acquittal.To Trump's backers, the event amounted to a release of justified fury after five months under a cloud of impeachment. But any Republican who hoped he'd learned lessons…

bubmagFebruary 6, 2020

Neymar

Inter vs. Milan, a derby steeped in food and football

Feb 6, 2020James HorncastleItaly writer MILAN, Italy -- The Derby della Madonnina between Inter and AC Milan, with their latest meeting coming this Sunday, has always had more bite to it than other rivalries. Not just in a sporting sense -- Inter are three points behind league leaders Juventus, with…

bubmagFebruary 6, 2020

Cursor

How to delete a credit card from your Amazon account in a few simple steps

Amazon can be extremely convenient, but the overall experience of managing your actual account can be somewhat overwhelming. If you aren't familiar with the site, there are many functions and links you have to maneuver around to find the specific task you tr…

bubmagFebruary 6, 2020

Nancy Pelosi

Trump unloads on Democrats and Romney at prayer breakfast

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bubmagFebruary 6, 2020

Joe Biden

Journalist discusses connecting with Biden over stutter

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bubmagFebruary 6, 2020

Inquiry into London’s Grenfell fire seeks protection for key witnesses

Companies warn of an economic crisis as China battles coronavirus

Are test scores the backbone of meritocracy or the nexus of privilege?

Companies warn of an economic crisis as China battles coronavirus

Facebook and Venmo demand Clearview AI stops scraping their data

Trump plans impeachment victory lap after acquittal

Inter vs. Milan, a derby steeped in food and football

How to delete a credit card from your Amazon account in a few simple steps

Trump unloads on Democrats and Romney at prayer breakfast

Journalist discusses connecting with Biden over stutter

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