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Recent college grads benefiting from impact of landmark ADA

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 17:10:33 -0400

Thirty years after the passage of the Americans With Disabilities Act, a new national survey shows that recent college graduates with disabilities are as likely to be as employed as their peers without disabilities

Curfews give sweeping powers to cops, but are often flouted

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 17:07:19 -0400

From New York City to Fargo, North Dakota, cities across the United States say they are issuing curfews to keep the peace

6 Atlanta officers charged after students pulled from car

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 17:03:34 -0400

Six Atlanta police officers have been charged after a dramatic video showed authorities pulling two young people from a car and shooting them with stun guns during protests over the death of George Floyd

The Latest: Los Angeles police have arrested more than 2,700

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 17:01:24 -0400

Los Angeles Police Chief Michel Moore says more than 2,700 people have been arrested since protests and violence began in the nation’s second-largest city

US cities gird for more violence as Trump decries `lowlifes'

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 17:14:22 -0400

President Donald Trump is stepping up the pressure on governors to crack down after a week of unrest set off by the death of George Floyd, demanding New York call in the National Guard to stop the “lowlifes and losers.”

SAT drops plans for home exam amid technology concerns

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 16:49:28 -0400

The company that administers the SAT college entrance exam is scrapping plans to provide a home version of the test this year, saying it can’t guarantee all students would have access to technology

NYC extends curfew all week; mayor says no to National Guard

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 16:49:26 -0400

New York City extended an 8 p.m. curfew all week as officials struggled to stanch destruction and growing complaints that the nation’s biggest city was reeling out of control night by night

Groups condemn detainment of journalists in Atlanta protests

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 16:32:34 -0400

Several journalism organizations are condemning authorities’ detainment of two journalists who were covering protests in Atlanta

Police: Retired St. Louis police captain killed amid unrest

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 16:31:33 -0400

A retired St. Louis police captain killed by people who broke into a pawn shop after protests turned violent is remembered as gregarious and outspoken leader who mentored youths and insisted on strict ethical conduct among his employees

Police: Video shows man killed in Kentucky fired a gun

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 16:16:50 -0400

Louisville police say video shows that a popular barbecue shack operator fatally shot while police and National Guard soldiers were enforcing a curfew fired a gun as officers approached his business

Ighalo: I'll take Man Utd higher and higher

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 19:53:00 BST

Odion Ighalo has vowed to do whatever he can to take Manchester United "higher and higher" after his loan from Shanghai Shenhua was extended.

'Surprise Scottish investment should be welcomed'

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 19:25:00 BST

At a time of major crisis, any investment in Scottish football should be welcomed with open arms.

Russia ban appeal hearing set for November

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 19:35:00 BST

Russia's appeal against a four-year international competition ban will be held at the start of November, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has announced.

Hamilton 'overcome with rage' as protests continue

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 18:34:00 BST

Lewis Hamilton says he is "overcome with rage" following the death of George Floyd in America, and has urged people to speak up on behalf of the Black Lives Matter movement.

Smart juveniles at Newcastle

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 19:48:00 BST

There were plenty of Royal Ascot pointers on offer at Newcastle as the resumption of racing picked up pace on the second day.

Wycombe tell furloughed staff to find new jobs

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 18:22:00 BST

Wycombe have advised their furloughed staff to look for alternative employment once the Government scheme ends.

Foden set for Man City talks after social distancing rule breach

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 17:11:00 BST

Phil Foden will be spoken to by Manchester City after he appeared to breach social distancing guidelines over the weekend.

Mina set to miss PL restart with thigh injury

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 17:00:00 BST

Everton centre-back Yerry Mina is set to miss the restart of the Premier League season after picking up a thigh tear in training on Friday.

PL clubs allowed friendlies before restart

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 17:45:00 BST

Clubs have been given the go-ahead to take part in friendly matches ahead of the planned resumption of the Premier League.

Root would miss Test to attend birth of child

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 18:00:00 BST

England captain Joe Root insists he will be at the birth of his second child - even if that means missing a Test match.

Lenovo unveils new standalone Mirage VR S3 headset

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 20:18:15 +0000

Lenovo's latest VR headset features a 4K display, three hours of battery life and comes with an included controller.

Security incidents at US federal agencies declined last year

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 19:11:53 +0000

New report from the White House reveals US federal agencies reported 28,581 cybersecurity incidents in 2019.

Intel’s 8th-generation Coffee Lake processors reach end of life this year

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 18:42:45 +0000

Intel has announced plans to discontinue its 8th-generation Comet Lake processors, which will no longer be available from December.

AirPods Studio release date, price, and rumors

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 17:49:39 +0000

Apple's first over-ear headphones could be called the AirPods Studio, and we think they're launching in June 2020.

Samsung Access offers a new Galaxy S20 with 1TB free Microsoft 365 storage

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 17:41:09 +0000

Samsung subscription service gives customers an extended warranty, cloud storage, remote support and more - alongside a Galaxy S20.

Best podcasts 2020: what's worth listening to right now

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 17:35:51 +0000

The best podcasts you can download right now, across sports, true crime, entertainment, fiction, comedy and more.

Best email service 2020: paid, free and business providers

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 17:25:17 +0000

Our run-down of the best email service providers around today.

Best e-commerce platforms in 2020: website software for an online store

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 16:52:17 +0000

Do you launch your business on eBay or do you choose a dedicated e-commerce package? We help you decide.

The best cheap PlayStation VR bundles, prices and deals in June 2020

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 16:38:15 +0000

Looking for the best PlayStation VR bundles including the headset, Move motion controllers and PS4 camera? You've come to the right place.

BT's faster fibre broadband deal comes with a £100 Mastercard and slashed price

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 16:31:37 +0000

BT's fibre broadband deals have come way down in price and now it comes with an £100 Mastercard.

‘Fuller House’ Finally Reveals Where Lori Loughlin’s Character Aunt Becky Went In Final Episodes

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 19:54:23 +0000

Lori Loughlin was absent from the final episodes of 'Fuller House' season 5, but the show did reveal Aunt Becky's whereabouts. Uncle Jesse talked about Aunt Becky while having a conversation with D.J.

Jamie Foxx Sings For Protesters At San Francisco Rally For George Floyd — Watch

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 19:42:30 +0000

Jamie Foxx used his voice and his platform to offer some semblance of hope and solidarity with his fellow protestors in San Francisco on June 1. The actor took to the podium during a rally and belted gorgeous, unifying lyrics.

Selena Gomez Shuts Down Her Website In Solidarity With Black Lives Matter Movement

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 19:04:14 +0000

Selena Gomez shut down her website 'Blackout Tuesday,' June 2, to protest police violence against the black community. She called on her fans to 'come together' with an 'open heart and mind.' See her statement.

Halsey Calls Out Fans Who Asked For Selfies With Her At George Floyd Protests

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 18:23:32 +0000

Halsey is asking fans to think twice before approaching her for selfies while protesting for racial justice. The singer posted a tweet saying 'don't even ask me,' making her message loud and clear.

Journalists Targeted & Viciously Attacked By Police After Trump Blames Media For Protests

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 17:58:52 +0000

Despite showing proof that they're part of the press, many journalists and reporters covering anti-racism protests around the globe are being targeted by police. They've since used their platforms to speak out, and their encounters with police are harrowing.

Betty Broderick: 5 Things To Know About The Woman At The Center Of ‘Dirty John’ Season 2

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 17:56:08 +0000

'Dirty John' returns for season 2 on June 2 and focuses on Betty Broderick's story. The show will chronicle the real-life breakdown of Betty's marriage, which ended in a shocking double homicide.

Former Miss Universe Malaysia Apologizes For Racist Post: ‘You Chose To Be Coloured In America’

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 17:19:18 +0000

Former Miss Universe Malaysia Samantha Brahmacharini has apologized on Instagram for saying that black people 'chose to be coloured in America,' and that they need to 'relax.'

Black Lives Matter Resources: How You Can Help Support Protesters & The Cause

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 16:58:12 +0000

As protests, fundraising, and social media campaigns continue across the nation following the May 25 death of George Floyd, we've rounded up some resources for our devoted readers to become part of the solution.

Barack Obama, Kandi Burruss & Other Stars Urge People To Go Vote in State Primary Days Today

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 16:48:05 +0000

Amid the protests over George Floyd’s death, celebs like Barack Obama, Missy Elliott, and more encouraged voters to make their ‘voices’ matter by casting their votes in the June 2 primaries.

Joe Biden Slams Trump In Speech: ‘I Won’t Fan Flames Of Hate — I Will Seek To Heal Racial Wounds’

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 15:50:06 +0000

Joe Biden vowed to work toward 'healing racial wounds' amid nationwide protests following George Floyd's death, rather than calling for violence against protesters like Donald Trump.

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