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A man was hospitalized with the virus after attending a controversial ‘Covid conga line’ party in Queens.

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By BY DANIEL E. SLOTNIK from NYT World https://ift.tt/3n59WH8

The U.S. reaches 20 million cases.

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By BY KATE TAYLOR from NYT World https://ift.tt/3aUx3lj

Justice Dept. Asks Judge to Toss Election Lawsuit Against Pence

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By BY MAGGIE HABERMAN AND KATIE BENNER from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3pxXFMS

US politics in 2021: What's in store for President-elect Biden?

A new president with an agenda that's already set - and an outgoing president who's not leaving quietly. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/34XrnmC

Brexit: 'We welcomed the trade deal like a Christmas present'

Europeans in the UK, and British people around Europe, explain what Brexit will mean for them. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3858jVm

India's love affair with classic British motorbikes

BSA, Norton and Royal Enfield are all owned by Indian firms who want to kickstart the brands. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aV4mog

Why 2021 could be turning point for tackling climate change

This year could be a "make or break" moment in the fight against global warming. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/382ZTOi

Australia-China row: 'I'm Australian - why do I need to prove my loyalty?'

Many Chinese-Australians fear a "new McCarthyism" as Australia's values are tested by its China row. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hxtS48

Ten African music stars to look out for in 2021

Elaine, Fik Fameica and Omah Lay are among the stars who have impressed BBC Africa's music experts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3rMs4cb

Resolving to live a lot better than in 2020.

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By BY CONCEPCIÓN DE LEÓN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2WWTRIZ

New Year’s Eve in Dakar, Senegal

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By Unknown Author from NYT Home Page https://ift.tt/3o6iTRE

Grapes, yellow underwear and a scarecrow: Colombia preserves its traditions.

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By BY JULIE TURKEWITZ from NYT World https://ift.tt/38UqkF8

Macron promises to speed up France’s vaccine rollout after frustration over sluggish start.

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By BY AURELIEN BREEDEN from NYT World https://ift.tt/2KQ72c8

Moscow train carriage helps rehome stray pets

The Tails and Paws train features posters of dozens of animals in need of a new home. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3n3C90Q

In Montreal, at least there is still (takeout) poutine, a hangover antidote of choice.

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By BY DAN BILEFSKY from NYT World https://ift.tt/3o6zIvJ

Minneapolis Police Release Body Camera Video of First Killing Since George Floyd

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By BY NICHOLAS BOGEL-BURROUGHS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/38UEXZ6

Israel could become the first country to vaccinate all of its citizens.

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By BY ISABEL KERSHNER from NYT World https://ift.tt/3o52xJ8

Things Will Get Better. Seriously.

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By BY PAUL KRUGMAN from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3b5RSKm

For a grieving family, 2020 cannot end soon enough.

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By BY JACK HEALY from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/381v10D

The Morning

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By Unknown Author from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/2Lf8Awk

Citing pandemic, prosecutors in case against officers in George Floyd’s death want trial delay.

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By BY TIM ARANGO from NYT World https://ift.tt/381IFks

Georgia Republicans Deliver Persistent Message: Fear the Democrats

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By BY ASTEAD W. HERNDON AND RICHARD FAUSSET from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2L7EZF0

MF Doom: Hip-hop star dies aged 49

A number of artists have paid tribute to the artist, real name Daniel Dumile. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3o8wVm2

India's most uplifting social media moments in 2020

From a dancing doctor to a street food stall owner - people who gave hope in the pandemic year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pG9yAD

After Breonna Taylor Case, Louisville Police Face Precarious Next Chapter

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By BY WILL WRIGHT, NICHOLAS BOGEL-BURROUGHS AND AUSTYN GAFFNEY from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3pBCjhB

PM-covid-update

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By Unknown Author from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/37YAcyD

Critics Say Nashville Police Could Have Done More With Tip About Bomber

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By BY STEVE CAVENDISH, JAMIE MCGEE AND RICK ROJAS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3814mBd

The Small Colorado Town Shrugged Off the Pandemic. Then Came the Coronavirus Variant.

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By BY DAVE PHILIPPS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2WX72cP

A Dallas-Fort Worth air traffic control center was closed for disinfection, and big flight delays soon followed.

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By BY NEIL VIGDOR from NYT World https://ift.tt/3rEa181

Closing of Air Traffic Control Center for Virus Cleaning Halts Flights in Dallas

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By BY NEIL VIGDOR from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2L94sO4

Syria attack: At least 28 killed in ambush on bus

A human rights monitor blamed Islamic State for the attack, saying all those killed were soldiers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aW1cAD

Zhang Zhan: The 'rebellious soul' jailed for filming Wuhan

Citizen journalist Zhang Zhan spoke about why she chose to cover the outbreak before her arrest. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2X0EHSI

Republican senator to dispute certification of Biden victory

The tactic is expected to change nothing, but will set the stage for what the Biden camp called "antics". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hventp

The Morning

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By Unknown Author from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/3o3qSiz

The Bomb That Struck the Heart of Nashville

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By BY MARGARET RENKL from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3o3y7H5

Life went on as it always had in Simla, Colo., until the virus came to town. And then the variant.

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By BY DAVE PHILIPPS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/37YwNzQ

‘No Realistic Path’ for Quick Vote on $2,000 Stimulus Checks, McConnell Says

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By BY CATIE EDMONDSON from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3aX8ap0

To get young students back in classrooms, California plans to offer a financial incentive to districts to reopen.

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By BY JILL COWAN from NYT World https://ift.tt/3pGKMjP

This New Year’s Eve, Times Square Will Be Filled With Hope. But Not People.

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By BY DAN BARRY AND SARAH BLESENER from NYT New York https://ift.tt/38MGq3H

Covid: France mobilises 100,000 police to stop New Year's Eve gatherings

Like other European countries, France will see muted celebrations to mark the last night of the year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pOtotB

Woolly rhino from Ice Age unearthed in Russian Arctic

Found with most of its organs intact, the rhino is thought to have lived more than 20,000 years ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3rOsNdd

Penn Station: New train hall returns beauty to New York station

The newly-designed hall opens on Thursday after the original landmark was demolished in 1963. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3o6H2Yo

2020 through the lens of a photojournalist

Photojournalist Leah Millis recaps the year with her favourite images from 2020. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2LbP57u

Yemen war: Video shows moment Aden airport attacked

Television cameras were positioned for the arrival of the new government when the attack happened. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Jx6dEx

Four protests that triggered change - and one that didn't

The BBC looks at a selection of history's powerful protests and why only some achieved their goals. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hsiHtE

Norway mudslide: Aerial footage shows devastation

At least nine people are injured and houses have been buried in the Norwegian village of Gjerdrum. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hxgugg

Iraqi interpreters 'stalked by death squads' for helping the British

Ali and Ahmed helped British forces but now they live in fear of being killed by death squads. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/37XM9Va

Cutest Couple, Class Clown and a Competitive Year for D.C. Superlatives

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By BY MICHELLE COTTLE from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/37WpLvi

China is set to vaccinate millions, but without any proof that its vaccines work.

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By BY SUI-LEE WEE from NYT World https://ift.tt/37VG5N0

McConnell Blocks Vote on $2,000 Checks Despite G.O.P. Pressure

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By BY CATIE EDMONDSON from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3hqbRVz

Biden Criticizes Trump on Vaccine Distribution and Pledges to Pick Up Pace

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By BY THOMAS KAPLAN AND REBECCA ROBBINS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3occBAh

Alaska Airlines Clamps Down on Emotional Support Animals on Flights

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By BY ALLYSON WALLER from NYT Business https://ift.tt/3mSklWw

Howard J. Rubenstein, Public Relations Impresario, Dies at 88

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By BY ROBERT D. MCFADDEN from NYT Business https://ift.tt/2X0YIIR

Quarantine meals: The 2020 food trend no-one predicted

Across the world, people in quarantine facilities were treated to some weird and wonderful combinations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2KOthPJ

Fashion lookahead: Eight major 2021 looks from tie-dye to pastels

The patterns, prints, materials and accessories we're likely to be wearing this year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/34Qh5ok

What my grandfather's life taught me about China and America

Vincent Ni reflects on the long life of his grandfather and a crucial choice he made as a young man. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/37UEyql

Notable African deaths of 2020: From jazz legends to football heroes

A look back at some of the iconic figures on the African continent who we said farewell to this year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2KBDcYX

Moderna will give its Covid-19 vaccine to its workers, board members and some relatives.

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By BY REBECCA ROBBINS from NYT World https://ift.tt/2L2pRsv

Nursing Home Patients Are Dying of Loneliness

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By BY THE EDITORIAL BOARD from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3htThf9

More Contagious Coronavirus Variant Found in Colorado

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By BY CARL ZIMMER AND BRYAN PIETSCH from NYT Health https://ift.tt/3hs0ex7

Treasury will begin sending the $600 stimulus checks.

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By BY DEBORAH B. SOLOMON from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2JsYNC6

China Has All It Needs to Vaccinate Millions, Except Proof Its Vaccines Work

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By BY SUI-LEE WEE from NYT Business https://ift.tt/3hragyF

Pompeo Weighs Plan to Place Cuba on U.S. Terrorism Sponsor List

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By BY MICHAEL CROWLEY, CHARLIE SAVAGE AND ERIC SCHMITT from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3px3pGB

When Nashville Bombing Hit a Telecom Hub, the Ripples Reached Far Beyond

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By BY RICK ROJAS, JAMIE MCGEE, EDMUND LEE AND STEVE CAVENDISH from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3hsnw5Z

Stimulus Checks, Virus Variant, Breonna Taylor: Your Tuesday Evening Briefing

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By BY DANI BLUM AND JEREMIAH M. BOGERT, JR. from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/37XvG3i

Covid-19: Biden says Trump vaccine roll-out is 'falling behind'

The US president-elect calls for vaccinations to be ramped up as he warns of a "tough period" ahead. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3rCXamt

2020 and me: 'We need to learn life lessons from this'

Mahnaz Rehman lost her husband during lockdown in Karachi, Pakistan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3rB0fU9

Belarus protests: The demonstrators speaking out in new and creative ways

Faced by a government crackdown, demonstrations over the disputed August election have been forced to evolve. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/38Ir68h

Iraqi interpreters 'stalked by death squads' for helping the British

Ali and Ahmed helped British forces but now they live in fear of being killed by death squads. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/34WfxZZ

Take a Culinary Road Trip With ‘The Roads to Rome’

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By BY FLORENCE FABRICANT from NYT Food https://ift.tt/2KBw8LU

Caviar and Champagne to Ring In 2021

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By BY FLORENCE FABRICANT from NYT Food https://ift.tt/34Rjhfl

Get Cozy With a Chocolaty Champurrado Mix

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By BY FLORENCE FABRICANT from NYT Food https://ift.tt/2WUsRJU

Vaccinations begin at the nursing home where 46 died in the pandemic’s first days.

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By BY JACK HEALY from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2L2JJf2

A Tornado, a Pandemic and Now a Bombing: ‘Nashville Strong’ Is Tested

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By BY RICK ROJAS, STEVE CAVENDISH AND JAMIE MCGEE from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/34Q2ppm

Australian man and child saved after friends walk 12 hours for help

Their friends walked for 12 hours through the Australian desert to seek help after their car got stuck. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pnQuH8

India migrants: The tragedy of the tuk-tuk driver who fled Covid

Rajan Yadav is one of millions of migrant workers whose lives were destroyed by India's lockdown. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2KH5ukE

Will concerts come back in 2021? And other music stories to look out for

How will live shows look when they resume in 2021, and other music stories to look out for. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mTx37d

China Covid-19: How state media and censorship took on coronavirus

We look back at how China's propaganda and censorship machine responded during a particularly dramatic year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2WRkyi3

Seeking justice for Lion Sleeps Tonight composer

A music producer remixes an old classic to correct some injustices of the past. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hmCFGa

Biden Admonishes Trump Administration Over ‘Obstruction’

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By BY THOMAS KAPLAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3htqg35

Green Beret Charged in Shooting Spree Was Visiting Family, Prosecutor Says

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By BY MARIE FAZIO AND CONCEPCIÓN DE LEÓN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3aTiuhJ

House Votes to Override Trump’s Veto of Military Bill

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By BY CATIE EDMONDSON from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2MgThnh

2020 Was the Year Reaganism Died

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By BY PAUL KRUGMAN from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3hrmA24