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New York City Will Impose 8 P.M. Curfew Tonight Through Sunday
For the second night in a row, New York City will implement a curfew in hopes of preventing looting and vandalism following the wave of citywide protests against police violence.
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Coronavirus Updates: With NYC Poised To Reopen, MTA Installs Hand Sanitizer Dispensers At Four Stations
The dispensers have already been installed at four stations. Transit authorities said that the agency is "testing different types so we can find a solution that we can bring systemwide."
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10. Don Lemon is a Soldier for The Army of Truth
Come Through with Rebecca Carroll
In the era of “fake news,” CNN anchor Don Lemon says reporters need to beware of the “objectivity trap” set by the Trump administration.
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Trump Says He'll Deploy Military To States If They Don't Stop Violent Protests
President Trump labeled violence that has accompanied many protests against police killings of black people as "acts of domestic terror." -
County Officials Rule George Floyd Death Was A Homicide
A new official autopsy, released on the heels of one commissioned by Floyd's family, says he died due to "cardiopulmonary arrest." It also noted neck compression, heart disease and drug use. -
Protesting Racism Versus Risking COVID-19: 'I Wouldn't Weigh These Crises Separately'
"White supremacy is a lethal public health issue that predates and contributes to COVID-19," public health experts say in an open letter as large protests erupt in cities across the United States. -
Louisville Police Chief Fired After Black Man Is Shot To Death
Officers didn't have their body cameras turned on, and Police Chief Steve Conrad was later dismissed. National Guard members were also part of the incident and fired shots. -
Nearly 26,000 Nursing Home Residents Have Died From COVID-19, Federal Data Show
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services says about 80% of nursing homes nationwide reported data to the CDC as required. The remaining 20% could face fines if they don't comply.
Arts and Culture
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Identical Twins Become Divided By Race In 'The Vanishing Half'
Fresh Air
Brit Bennett's new novel centers on two light-skinned African American sisters — one of whom "passes" for white. The Vanishing Half is compelling — if somewhat melodramatic. -
Susan Orlean Gets a Lesson in Origami
The New Yorker Radio Hour
Who knew origami was a growth industry? - Edit Bucket
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Comedian Tawny Newsome Enlists in Netflix's 'Space Force'
The Takeaway
Comedian Tawny Newsome joins The Takeaway to discuss her role on the Netflix's 'Space Force,' and what the pandemic means for her comedy going forward.
Tech and Media
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Facebook Employees Revolt Over Zuckerberg's Hands-Off Approach To Trump
Employees are publicly criticizing CEO Mark Zuckerberg and organizing a virtual walkout amid a growing internal backlash over the company's tolerance of the president's posts. -
Public Radio's First Program Distribution Network is Born at WNYC
'The most stimulating development in radio on the North American continent.' -
Who is "Karen" and Why Does She Keep Calling the Police on Black Men?
On the Media
A white woman called 911 on a black man in Central Park, and was quickly dubbed a “Karen.” Why?
Music For Your Day
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Weekly Music Roundup: IDLES, J.S. Ondara, and Kaki King
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This week, quarantine messages from punk band IDLES, guitarists J.S. Ondara and Kaki King, along with new music from country star Margo Price, and from violinist Owen Pallett. -
Roberto Fonseca, In The Studio
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Grammy-nominated Cuban pianist Roberto Fonseca presents an infusion of rap, funk, reggaeton and electronic music, performing songs from his latest record in studio. -
Bartees Strange, In The Studio
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Bartees Strange presents covers of songs by The National, taking inspiration from the music, the lyrics and even the cover art to examine how black artists can find room in white spaces. -
Watch: Modern Malian Singer Fatoumata Diawara Respects Her Roots
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Paris-based singer-songwriter Fatoumata Diawara takes pride in her Malian heritage and looks confidently to the future. She shares the fruits of her latest musical adventures, in-studio. -
Watch: Pop and Protest Music by Puerto Rican singer-songwriter iLe
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Puerto Rican singer-songwriter iLe (aka PG-13, or Ileana Cabra Joglar) plays songs drawing on timeless boleros, folk music, and protest anthems from her latest, Almadura, in-studio.
