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The Nation's Weather for Thursday, September 3, 2020
Toy maker Lego sees solid sales boost despite coronavirus
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — Danish toy company Lego saw its half-year sales rise solidly despite headwinds posed by the coronavirus pandemic, as it benefited from long-term investments in e-commerce and product innovations.
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Rodney Marsh
Rodney James Marsh, 75, of Othello, Washington, passed away on July 23, 2020 at home with his loving wife Jenny Marsh by his side.
Chadwick Boseman's death leaves saddening mark on rough 2020
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kobe Bryant. Rep. John Lewis. And now, Chadwick Boseman.
Markey defeats Kennedy III in Massachusetts’ Senate primary
BOSTON (AP) — U.S. Sen. Edward Markey of Massachusetts defeated U.S. Rep. Joe Kennedy III in Tuesday’s hard-fought Democratic primary, harnessing support from progressive leaders to overcome a challenge from a younger rival who is a member of America’s most famous political family.
Zoom stock surges, market value tops Boeing, Starbucks
NEW YORK (AP) — A Zoom call has become an integral part of daily life during the coronavirus pandemic. On Tuesday, Wall Street acknowledged as much by boosting the videoconferencing company's market value above that of more established companies such as Citigroup, Boeing and Starbucks.
TCM shines a spotlight on female directors and their art
Women have been making great films since the silent era, although you might not know it to look at a list of the best films of all time. The American Film Institute’s top 100 famously does not include any female directors at all.
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CDC tells states: Be ready to distribute vaccines on Nov. 1
Buxton, Pineda return to lead Twins past White Sox 3-2
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Michael Pineda hadn’t pitched a major league game in almost a year. Byron Buxton sat out 11 during his latest trip to the injured list.
Chapman's 1st save seals Yankees' 5-3 win over Tampa Bay
NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman threw a 101 mph fastball near the head of pinch-hitter Michael Brosseau while closing out his first save of the season, prompting the benches to empty after New York ended a six-game losing streak against the Tampa Bay Rays with a 5-3 victory Tuesday night.
Kiffin not promising instant turnaround at Mississippi
New Mississippi coach Lane Kiffin isn't promising a repeat of his near-instant turnaround at Florida Atlantic.
TS Nana to become hurricane before making landfall in Belize
MEXICO CITY (AP) — A strengthening Tropical Storm Nana was expected to become a hurricane before striking Belize before dawn Thursday and drenching a good part of Central America with dangerously heavy rainfall, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.
WNBA playoff picture comes into focus, teams clinch berths
With less than two weeks left in the regular season, the WNBA playoff picture is becoming clearer.
Trump calls on Big Ten Conference to play fall football
The Big Ten Conference, already in court and under pressure from players and parents over its decision to cancel fall football, is now hearing from President Donald Trump.
Nola tosses 8 innings of 2-hit ball, Phillies blank Nats 6-0
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Aaron Nola pitched another gem for the Phillies. One day, he might actually get to finish one.
Timing is everything for 4 players who get into the US Open
OLYMPIA FIELDS, Ill. (AP) — The USGA two months ago laid out the all-exempt field for a U.S. Open that could not have qualifying this year because of the coronavirus pandemic. One of criteria was to use the world ranking from Aug. 23 to fill out the 144-man field.
With Purdy leading way, Cyclones look to make some history
Iowa State enters this season coming off one of its best three-year stretches and with the belief it's ready to do something it has never done — make the Big 12 championship game.
Pick Six: Boyd, Stills are overlooked stars on losing teams
All-Americans and college football award winners are overwhelmingly chosen from teams with the winning records.
Doeren, Wolfpack aim for strong bounceback from 4-win season
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina State coach Dave Doeren saw his program take its first stumble last season after years of steady building. He’s hoping an offseason of changes and player development returns the Wolfpack to an upward trajectory.