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Adds ECONOMICS OF RACE, ELECTION 2020-BIDEN-POLICE, AMERICA PROTESTS-ROMNEY-FAITH MARCH, AMERICA PROTESTS-CALIFORNIA, VIRUS OUTBREAK-AIRCRAFT CARRIER, ARMS CONTROL, TRAVEL BAN-LAWSUIT, BRAZIL-BATTERED BOLSONARO, TURKEY-US-LIBYA, OBIT-BONNIE POINTER, VIRUS OUTBREAK-BASEBALL.
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AP POLL-HEALTH CARE — The coronavirus pushed hospitals to the edge, and millions of workers lost job-based coverage in the economic shutdown to slow the spread. But a poll suggests Americans have remarkably little interest in big changes to health care as a result of the pandemic. By Emily Swanson and Ricardo Alonso-Zaldivar. SENT: 900 words, photos, graphics.
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AMERICA PROTESTS-CONGRESS — Democrats propose a far-reaching overhaul of police procedures and accountability, a potentially sweeping legislative response to the mass protests denouncing the deaths of black Americans in the hands of law enforcement. The political outlook is deeply uncertain in a polarized election year, as President Donald Trump stakes a tough “law and order” approach despite the outpouring of demonstrations across the country. By Congressional Correspondent Lisa Mascaro. SENT: 860 words, photos, video.
AMERICA PROTESTS — The last chance for the public to say goodbye to George Floyd draws thousands of mourners to a church in his native Houston, as his death two weeks ago continues to stoke protests in America and beyond over racial injustice, and spurs France to abruptly halt the use of police choke holds. By Juan A. Lozano and Nomaan Merchant. SENT: 1,100 words, photos, videos. With GEORGE FLOYD-DEATH-INVESTIGATION — Judge keeps bail at $1 million for ex-police officer charged in Floyd’s death. SENT: 590 words, photo.
AMERICA PROTESTS-MINNEAPOLIS-DISBAND POLICE — George Floyd’s death was the breaking point for some Minneapolis civic leaders, who now say the only way to fix the city’s embattled police department is to take it apart. But it’s not clear how they would do that, and groups that have spent years shining a light on police brutality aren’t even sure it’s the answer. By Amy Forliti and Mohamed Ibrahim. SENT: 1,000 words, photos. With AMERICA PROTESTS-DEFUND POLICE — What does “defund the police” mean? SENT: 970 words, photos; AMERICA PROTESTS-LARGE CROWDS-PHOTO GALLERY — Huge crowds worldwide in name of racial justice. SENT: 200 words, photos.
VIRUS OUTBREAK-US — After three gloomy months and 21,000 deaths that made it the nation’s most lethal hot spot, New York City slowly begins reopening in the biggest test yet of Americans’ ability to keep the coronavirus in check. By Jennifer Peltz. SENT: 780 words, video, photos.
Find more coverage of the Virus Outbreak in AP Newsroom.
ECONOMY-RECESSION — The U.S. economy entered a recession in February as the coronavirus struck the nation, a group of economists declares, ending the longest expansion on record. By Economics Writer Christopher Rugaber. SENT: 800 words, photo. With FINANCIAL MARKETS — Wall Street’s enthusiasm about the reopening economy sends stocks scrambling even higher. SENT: 920 words, photos.
ECONOMICS OF RACE — The U.S. has been here before, staring into the abyss that divides white and black Americans. It happened after cities burned in the 1960s, after Los Angeles erupted over the police beating of Rodney King. After those upheavals came talk of expanding economic opportunity. Yet progress has come slowly if at all for Black America. By Economics Writer Paul Wiseman. SENT: 1,400 words, photos. Abridged version also available.
Find more coverage of America Protests in AP Newsroom.
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RELIGION-FALWALL-TWEET — Liberty University President Jerry Falwell Jr. apologizes for a tweet that included racist photo. SENT: 480 words.
BRITAIN-PRINCE ANDREW-EPSTEIN — U.S. prosecutors and attorneys for Britain’s Prince Andrew each say the other side is to blame for the duke’s failure to participate in the Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking probe. SENT: 500 words, photo.
AMERICA PROTESTS-CALIFORNIA — Thousands of LA protesters won’t be charged over curfew. SENT: 450 words, photo.
INDONESIA-TOURIST TRAPPED IN WELL — Tourist rescued after being trapped six days in well in Bali. SENT: 200 words, photos.
COLONIAL — The PGA Tour returns this week after a three-month hiatus, and some of golf's biggest stars are ready to play. SENT: 250 words.
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MORE ON AMERICA PROTESTS
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AMERICA PROTESTS-NATION’S CAPITAL — As the nation’s capital emerges from a violent and chaotic 10-day stretch of protests, a different mood is taking hold. The anger has given way to something closer to a street fair. UPCOMING: 850 words by 7 p.m., photos, video.
AMERICA PROTESTS-MURDERAPOLIS — In Minneapolis, rage over George Floyd extends beyond cops. SENT: 1,690 words, photos. This is the Tuesday spotlight. Abridged version also available.
AMERICA PROTESTS-ROMNEY-FAITH MARCH — Mitt Romney’s participation in a racial justice march Sunday is an illustration of the key role faith groups are playing in propelling the nation toward action against police brutality. SENT: 810 words, photos.
AMERICA PROTESTS-FRANCE — France’s top security official says police will no longer employ chokeholds. SENT: 440 words, photos. With AMERICA PROTESTS-BRITAIN-STATUE — Watery end for statue of slave trader in UK city of Bristol. SENT: 760 words, photos.
PROTESTS-AFRICA — Protests against police brutality are held in South Africa and Kenya, with demonstrators charging that they are suffering abuses by their own authorities. SENT: 590 words, photos.
AMERICA PROTESTS-PENNSYLVANIA-BLACK DEMOCRATS — Black legislators in Pennsylvania commandeer House to demand action on policing. SENT: 600 words.
AMERICA PROTESTS-OREGON — Not yet six months into her job as chief, Jami Resch is stepping down from leading the Portland, Oregon, Police Bureau as George Floyd protests roil the city. SENT: 300 words, photos.
A separate wire advisory has been sent detailing the AP's complete coverage of the protests.
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MORE ON THE VIRUS OUTBREAK
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VIRUS OUTBREAK-EUROPE — Britain begins imposing a 14-day quarantine on travelers coming into the country, months after other European countries imposed similar measures. SENT: 940 words, photos. With VIRUS OUTBREAK-NEW ZEALAND — New Zealand appears to have completely eradicated the coronavirus — at least for now. SENT: 490 words, photos.
VIRUS OUTBREAK-AIRCRAFT CARRIER — Extensive medical studies of sailors from the U.S. aircraft carrier sidelined for months by a COVID-19 outbreak suggest the coronavirus is contagious for just a limited time. UPCOMING: 400 words by 7 p.m., photos.
VIRUS OUTBREAK-ONE GOOD THING-FOLLOWING UP — A look back, and follow-up, on coronavirus good-deed tales. SENT: 860 words, photos.
VIRUS OUTBREAK-MEXICO-CEMETERIES-PHOTO GALLERY — Gravediggers and crematorium workers in Mexico struggle to keep pace as the country registers escalating coronavirus death numbers. SENT: 570 words, photos.
A separate wire advisory has been sent detailing the AP’s complete coverage of the pandemic.
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ELECTION 2020-BIDEN-POLICE — Joe Biden says an overhaul of policing in America can be accomplished within existing law enforcement agencies. That puts him at odds with activists pushing to “defund the police.” SENT: 600 words, photo.
Find more coverage on the 2020 U.S. Elections featured topic page on APNewsroom.
ARMS CONTROL — The U.S. and Russia agree to start arms control talks later this month as the only remaining treaty between the two largest nuclear powers is set to expire. SENT: 420 words, photo.
TRAVEL BAN-LAWSUIT — A federal appeals court tosses out three lawsuits challenging President Trump’s ban on travelers from predominantly Muslim countries. SENT: 150 words.
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TROPICAL WEATHER — Tropical Storm Cristobal could soon renew its strength by merging with another storm system to form a large cyclone, forecasters say. SENT: 620 words, photos, video.
NYPD-MISCONDUCT COMPLAINTS — A watchdog report says the vast majority of complaints about New York City police officers’ mistreatment of youths stem from encounters with black children. SENT: 410 words, photos.
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BRAZIL-BATTERED BOLSONARO — As the coronavirus claims tens of thousands of lives in Brazil, President Jair Bolsonaro is focused on ensuring his political survival and mobilizing his far-right supporters to do so. SENT: 1,000 words, photos.
TURKEY-US-LIBYA — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says he has reached agreements with his U.S. counterpart Donald Trump that could herald a “new era” concerning Libya. SENT: 200 words, photo.
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VIRUS OUTBREAK-CLEAN HOTELS — Marriott, Hilton and other big hotel companies are used to competing on price or perks. Now, in the wake of the pandemic, they are competing on cleanliness. SENT; 890 words, photo.
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TV-NETFLIX-BLACK WORLD — Viewership numbers challenge the stubborn perception that screen projects with African American stars and stories have a limited appeal outside the U.S. By Television Writer Lynn Elber. SENT: 1,060 words, photos. Abridged version also available.
OBIT-BONNIE POINTER — Bonnie Pointer, an early member of the Pointer Sisters, dies at 69. SENT: 300 words, photo.
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ViIRUS OUTBREAK-BASEBALL — Major League Baseball makes another try to start the coronavirus-delayed season in early July, proposing a 76-game regular season. By Baseball Writer Ronald Blum. SENT: 1,000 words, photos.
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