Politics

December 9, 2020
China’s new digital currency spells the end for the US dollar’s global dominance and will change the world as we know it

The digital yuan cryptocurrency developed by China has the potential to be a gamechanger when it is rolled out fully. By ending the world's reliance on the dollar, it will...

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December 9, 2020
Pandemic, loss unite 2 rural Missouri pastors around faith

Thirty miles of rural Missouri separate the two churches, and so much else. One is mostly white; the other hosts services in five languages for a flock that spans the...

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December 9, 2020
Seattle Chamber of Commerce challenges tax on high-earners

The Seattle Chamber of Commerce has filed a lawsuit asking the courts to overturn a new tax enacted by the city that would collect revenue based on how much employees...

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December 9, 2020
The Latest: Germany reports highest daily virus death toll

BERLIN — German Chancellor Angela Merkel has advocated tougher restrictions on public life as the country reports 590 deaths, its highest single-day coronavirus death toll. Germany is gradually moving toward...

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December 9, 2020
UAE says Chinese vaccine 86% effective, offers few details

The United Arab Emirates said Wednesday a Chinese coronavirus vaccine tested in the federation of sheikhdoms is 86% effective, in a statement that provided few details but marked the first...

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December 9, 2020
Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump are moving to Indian Creek Island. Meet their neighbors

When Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump start building their new home on the 1.8 acre lot at 4 Indian Creek Island Road they purchased for $30 million, they'll have plenty...

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December 9, 2020
Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump are moving to Indian Creek Island. Meet their neighbors

When Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump start building their new home on the 1.8 acre lot at 4 Indian Creek Island Road they purchased for $30 million, they'll have plenty...

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December 9, 2020
UK investigates possible allergic reactions to COVID-19 shot

U.K. regulators said Wednesday that people who have a “significant history'' of allergic reactions shouldn't receive the new Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine while they investigate two adverse reactions that occurred on the...

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December 9, 2020
UK investigates possible allergic reactions to COVID-19 shot

U.K. regulators said Wednesday that people who have a “significant history'' of allergic reactions shouldn't receive the new Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine while they investigate two adverse reactions that occurred on the...

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December 9, 2020
UK investigates possible allergic reactions to COVID-19 shot

U.K. regulators said Wednesday that people who have a “significant history'' of allergic reactions shouldn't receive the new Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine while they investigate two adverse reactions that occurred on the...

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December 9, 2020
Merkel backs tougher virus curbs as German deaths hit record

German Chancellor Angela Merkel advocated tougher restrictions on public life Wednesday and pleaded with her compatriots to cut down on socializing as the country reported its highest single-day death toll...

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December 9, 2020
UK, EU head for supper showdown over Brexit trade deal

The leaders of Britain and the European Union were meeting Wednesday for a dinner that could pave the way to a post-Brexit trade deal — or tip the two sides...

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December 9, 2020
Ford’s self-driving cars are being used to deliver food and supplies to Miami-Dade families

For the past two months, 50 Miami-Dade County Public Schools families have been receiving fresh greens and school supplies via an unlikely source: a self-driving car. Even as the pandemic...

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December 9, 2020
Where’s the Hitler?

All right, that's it. I've run out of patience. No more excuses. Where's the Hitler? Yes, you heard me. I'm talking to you. You respectable journalists and political pundits. You...

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December 9, 2020
Poles voice fears of ‘Polexit’ as govt defies EU over budget

As the Polish government plays a game of chicken with the European Union over its next long-term budget, some Poles are voicing fears that a drawn-out conflict could put their...

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December 9, 2020
UK investigates possible allergic reactions to COVID-19 shot

U.K. regulators have had two reports of possible allergic reactions from people who took part in the first day of Britain's mass coronavirus vaccination program against COVID-19. Dr. June Raine,...

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December 9, 2020
UK, EU head for supper showdown over Brexit trade deal

Leaders of Britain and the European Union will meet Wednesday for a dinner that could pave the way to a post-Brexit trade deal — or tip the two sides toward...

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December 9, 2020
UK, EU head for supper showdown over Brexit trade deal

Leaders of Britain and the European Union will meet Wednesday for a dinner that could pave the way to a post-Brexit trade deal — or tip the two sides toward...

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December 9, 2020
Merkel backs tougher virus curbs as German deaths hit record

German Chancellor Angela Merkel advocated tougher restrictions on public life and pleaded with her compatriots to cut down on socializing as the country reported its highest single-day death toll of...

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December 9, 2020
Merkel backs tougher virus curbs as German deaths hit record

German Chancellor Angela Merkel advocated tougher restrictions on public life and pleaded with her compatriots to cut down on socializing as the country reported its highest single-day death toll of...

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December 9, 2020
Siberians fight the pandemic by giving weary doctors a lift

As coronavirus resurged across Russia this fall, one of the most common complaints from people with symptoms who were self-isolating at home was that they had to wait hours or...

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December 9, 2020
Minneapolis eyes deep police cuts after Floyd’s death

Minneapolis City Council members who tried unsuccessfully to dismantle the police department in response to George Floyd's death are voting Wednesday on whether to shrink it, a move that could...

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December 9, 2020
Minneapolis eyes deep police cuts after Floyd’s death

Minneapolis City Council members who tried unsuccessfully to dismantle the police department in response to George Floyd's death are voting Wednesday on whether to shrink it, a move that could...

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December 9, 2020
Minneapolis eyes deep police cuts after Floyd’s death

Minneapolis City Council members who tried unsuccessfully to dismantle the police department in response to George Floyd's death are voting Wednesday on whether to shrink it, a move that could...

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December 9, 2020
The Latest: Germany reports record-high 590 new virus deaths

BERLIN — Germany has reported a new daily record of 590 coronavirus-related deaths. The country's national disease control center, the Robert Koch Institute, also reported 20,815 new cases of the...

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December 9, 2020
UAE says Chinese vaccine 86% effective, offers few details

The United Arab Emirates said Wednesday a Chinese coronavirus vaccine tested in the federation of sheikhdoms is 86% effective, in a statement that provided few details but marked the first...

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December 9, 2020
Iraqis slowly rebuild Mosul, with little aid from government

Anan Yasoun rebuilt her home with yellow cement slabs amid the rubble of Mosul, a brightly colored manifestation of resilience in a city that for many remains synonymous with the...

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December 9, 2020
High court takes on Fannie, Freddie presidential power case

The Supreme Court is hearing a case Wednesday that could make it easier for the president to fire the head of the agency that oversees government-controlled mortgage giants Fannie Mae...

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December 9, 2020
House approves defense bill with veto-proof margin

The Democratic-controlled House on Tuesday easily approved a wide-ranging defense policy bill, defying a veto threat from President Donald Trump and setting up a possible showdown with the Republican president...

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December 9, 2020
New White House offer adds $600 checks to COVID-19 relief

The Trump administration dove back into Capitol Hill's confusing COVID-19 negotiations on Tuesday, offering a $916 billion package to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi that would send a $600 direct payment...

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December 9, 2020
Asian shares extend gains after more Wall Street records

Asian shares logged strong gains on Wednesday after another round of record highs for major indexes on Wall Street. Benchmarks rose in Tokyo, Hong Kong and Seoul. Shanghai edged lower...

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December 9, 2020
IPO caps year of growth – but still no profit – for DoorDash

DoorDash is capping a year of explosive growth with an initial public offering of its stock, hoping to keep the momentum going even if demand for food delivery eases in...

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December 9, 2020
Asia Today: S. Korea sees 686 new cases, 2nd-biggest spike

South Korea has reported 686 new cases of the coronavirus, tying its second-highest daily jump since the emergence of the pandemic, as a resurgence driven by the greater capital area...

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December 9, 2020
Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump are moving to Indian Creek Island. Meet their neighbors

When Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump start building their new home on the 1.8-acre lot at 4 Indian Creek Island Road they purchased for $30 million, they'll have plenty of...

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December 9, 2020
Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump are moving to Indian Creek Island. Meet their neighbors

When Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump start building their new home on the 1.8-acre lot at 4 Indian Creek Island Road they purchased for $30 million, they'll have plenty of...

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December 9, 2020
Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump are moving to Indian Creek Island. Meet their neighbors

When Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump start building their new home on the 1.8-acre lot at 4 Indian Creek Island Road they purchased for $30 million, they'll have plenty of...

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December 9, 2020
Illinois Editorial Roundup:

Here are excerpts of editorials published in Illinois newspapers. December 8, 2020 Chicago Sun-Times Take if from April Ibanez and small business owners: We'll get through this pandemic better together...

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December 9, 2020
Illinois Editorial Roundup:

Here are excerpts of editorials published in Illinois newspapers. December 8, 2020 Chicago Sun-Times Take if from April Ibanez and small business owners: We'll get through this pandemic better together...

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December 9, 2020
Illinois Editorial Roundup:

Here are excerpts of editorials published in Illinois newspapers. December 8, 2020 Chicago Sun-Times Take if from April Ibanez and small business owners: We'll get through this pandemic better together...

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December 9, 2020
NBA coaches attire: Masks are in, jackets are optional

For NBA coaches, masks are required this season. Jackets are not. Rules for coaching attire will be relaxed by the league this year, though not as much as was the...

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