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08 May 2020

08 May 2020, 23:59

Stalin, Cities, Models, Lessons, Clergy

Our Dark Past Andrei Kolesnikov | Carnegie Moscow Centre | 8th May 2020 A brave short essay tracking how Russia is “rewriting the history of the Soviet Union” in support of a “creeping rehabilitation of Stalin” that also bolsters Vladimir Putin.

08 May 2020, 23:58

14 photos of uplifting street art spreading hope during the pandemic

Artists around the world are leaving hopeful street art in empty public spaces during the coronavirus pandemic.
Some murals show healthcare workers in superhero costumes.
Other...

08 May 2020, 23:57

Corrie’s Samia Longchambon reveals lockdown has helped ease her crippling anxiety

CORRIE’S Samia Longchambon has revealed how the soap’s actresses have their own WhatsApp group — while the male cast members send each other naughty messages. Since telly bosses halted filming, the show’s stars have been using the messaging service to stay in touch...

08 May 2020, 23:57

$41M Settlement by Ohio State Covers 162 of Doc’s Accusers

<p>FILE – This undated file photo shows a photo of Dr. Richard Strauss. A lawsuit by four former Ohio State University wrestlers alleges the school failed to stop “rampant sexual misconduct” by the now-dead team doctor despite being repeatedly informed about his behavior.

08 May 2020, 23:57

31 inspiring photos of same-sex weddings around the world

Same-sex marriage has been legal in some countries since the early 2000s.
The Netherlands was the first country to legalize gay marriage in 2000.
Most recently, a couple married in Northern Ireland after a change in the law.

08 May 2020, 23:56

Capitals Player Leipsic to Be Cut After Online Comments

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08 May 2020, 23:55

A live-stream platform called Movie Night is launching that lets you see movies and support theaters at the same time

Beginning this weekend, a new online service called Movie Night is launching.
It live-streams a movie followed by a director Q&A. You can also give proceeds of the "ticket" you bought to a movie theater of your choice.

08 May 2020, 23:55

$125B Still Available From PPP

President Donald Trump and Congress wasted no time refilling the Paycheck Protection Program’s (PPP) coffers after the popular loan initiative ran out of cash in 13 days. But at the close of business on Thursday (May 7)...

08 May 2020, 23:55

Reference Class: Vampire

Why would anyone want to become a vampire? And why would that be such a hard decision? It may sound silly, but this is the basis of a serious thought experiment at the heart of this episode. Host Russ Roberts welcomed philosopher L.A. Paul to discuss her book...

08 May 2020, 23:54

May 8 severe weather damage in Acadiana

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY)- Severe weather is moving into the region, which is expected to cause wind damage. A viewer submitted this photo of a toppled roof on 6th Street in Mamou. The Storm Prediction Center has all of Acadiana under the Slight Risk Outlook or a Level 2 out of 5 Risk.

08 May 2020, 23:54

The 100 season 7 trailer: New promo teases Anomaly as wormhole, kidnapped Bellamy, and Echo and Hope’s new hair

THE wait is over for fans, as the season 7 trailer for The CW’s The 100 is finally here. After begging show creator Jason Rothenberg for the new promo for months, the network dropped the two-minute clip on Friday...

08 May 2020, 23:54

Amazon indigenous groups launch emergency fund to fight coronavirus

Indigenous leaders of nine countries in Amazon called for emergency donations to protect 3 million rainforest inhabitants that are particularly vulnerable to the Coronavirus outbreak, due… Read More »

08 May 2020, 23:54

10 hiking essentials for spring, plus how to tell if it's time to replace your old gear

From the type of hiking boots and day packs you wear to the headlamps and rain jackets you pack along, it's important to take a measured approach to the gear you use for spring hiking.
It's important to determine whether last year's gear is fit for the upcoming season...

08 May 2020, 23:53