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American Airlines announces furlough of 19,000 workers to begin Thursday American Airlines will begin furloughing 19,000 employees on Thursday after lawmakers and the White House failed to agree on a broad pandemic-relief package that includes more federal aid for airlines.

Second round of stimulus checks would be included in coronavirus relief bill: Mnuchin The U.S. Treasury Secretary said the payments would be ‘similar’ to last time.

Top Democrat says Congress ‘much closer’ to coronavirus relief deal than previously Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, head of the Democratic caucus, said Wednesday both parties are much closer to reaching a coronavirus relief deal than at any point during the months-long impasse over a price point on a relief deal. 

Senate fends off government shutdown with temporary funding bill The bill will be sent to President Trump's desk.

Trump brought the fight against Biden that Americans wanted to see: Kayleigh McEnany President Trump believes he won Tuesday night's debate against Joe Biden, White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany told 'Varney & Co.'

Newsom signs union-backed law requiring hospitals to have 45-day supply of PPE The law was heavily backed by unions, including the California Nurses Association and the SEIU-United Healthcare Workers West.

Joe Biden launches post-debate digital ad assault Biden's campaign is trying to take back the digital stage after essentially ignoring it during the Democratic primaries.

Mnuchin, Pelosi make last-ditch push for coronavirus relief deal ahead of November election Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said Wednesday that he will speak with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi about a coronavirus relief deal and is "hopeful" about the prospects of reaching an agreement before the November presidential election. 

British PM Boris Johnson says US tariffs on scotch should be removed British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday said that U.S. tariffs on Scottish malt whiskey should be removed, declaring “we will fight it every step of the way.”

Chamber of Commerce's top political strategist abruptly forced out The U.S. Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday abruptly ousted its top political strategist, Scott Reed, who accused the powerful business lobbyist of drifting to the political left. 

The Pixel 5 loses several headline features of last year's flagship phone to hit a lower price tag. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30k9CeW

Stock markets in Tokyo and other cities suffered suspended trading on Thursday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2HI0XfT

The offer comes as Azerbaijan vows to fight for full control of the disputed Armenian-majority area. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3igkNeY

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As the African nation continues to ban the import of used US clothes, China takes advantage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jm74Vk

Italy was the first country in Europe to be overwhelmed by the virus but is so far keeping it in check. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cWPWmJ

Nigeria's greatest challenge on its 60th anniversary remains its diversity, writes Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cNmUFH

The gaffe-prone former prime minister is a polarising figure in Australia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30lNX6a

The families of 12 activists captured by China in August demand their swift return. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cWLGDL

Both Trump and Biden want to take away the US law that protects platforms from being liable for what their users post. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/34aqIx7

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President Donald Trump clashes with moderator Chris Wallace. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2GfVJr3

If you’re looking for a refresher or trying to understand it for the first time, this guide will help. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3fYnpgj

In a debate disrupted by angry shouting, the rivals fight over the pandemic, protests and even their families. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jfnOxt

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Analysts say it's an indication of more trouble ahead for the struggling airline industry from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3idocv2

Prolonged closures and limited capacity at the parks has forced the company to cut its workforce. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2GpiRUg

Environmentalists feared fragile coastal ecosystems would be destroyed by redevelopment. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30j79Bw

The Australian singer had a string of hits in the 1970s, but is best known for her feminist pop anthem. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33eMPTR

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A nurse is sacked after Joyce Echaquan filmed herself in hospital apparently being insulted by staff. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3i9FGIA

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'Flabbergasted' Marina Udgodskaya only entered the race as her boss needed someone else to stand. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/349pceH

Chris Wallace, known for his tough interviewing of all politicians, hosts the first US presidential debate. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2EEE37Z

As Covid hits India, many disabled people are losing their jobs and can't afford food and healthcare. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33evkTt

The human rights watchdog tells the BBC that the move comes due to reprisal from the government. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3453TL6

Potential election chaos will play out on social media, and Big Tech is worried. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mXtZs1

A new book highlights the "sapeurs" in the twin Congolese capitals of Brazzaville and Kinshasa. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jdrTSy

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One is aggressive, the other amiable - but both share a similar weakness. We break down what to look for. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cFUOME

A Chinese court said she put poison into the porridge of her colleague's students in an act of revenge. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Gkab16

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The ex-Vatican treasurer is to return to Rome for the first time since being acquitted of sexual abuse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/36bTuA1

Former Amazon manager and family members charged with insider trading Former employee’s family allegedly earned $1.4 million from unlawful trades.

Navarro touts Lordstown Motors as part of 'a great future for the Mahoning Valley and Ohio' The acquisition of the former General Motors Lordstown plant by electric vehicle manufacturer Lordstown Motors and the launch of their Endurance pickup truck is part of the future of Ohio's automotive industry, White House Trade Adviser Peter Navarro told Fox Business Network's "Making Money with Charles Payne" Monday.

Billionaire Jeffrey Gundlach slams California over taxes, may leave state Billionaire bond fund manager Jeffrey Gundlach is considering packing his bags to escape the “incompetent governance” of California.

The number of infections continues to rise around the world as the hunt for a vaccine continues. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3n2VmRt

The South Korean K-pop group will become multi-millionaires after their label Big Hit goes public. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/339oHlm

The Chinese artist and dissident says the West should have worried about China decades ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cEqwd4

Why is Kangana Ranaut on a warpath with many of her colleagues? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3i9t7Nh

Sophia Smith-Galer explains why President Trump shifted his position on banning new downloads of the app from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30fYdN4

The city's first Lord Mayor of Chinese heritage reveals the racism she and her family have faced. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kYuuAa

The scientists behind a microscopic "walking" robot hope their tech could one day be used against cancer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3463esW

Theresa is one of the first women from her community of tea pickers in Sri Lanka to go to university. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3i5C5LG

The legendary naturalist says restrictions offered a rare chance to witness the natural world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kTY3D7

The president denies claims in the New York Times that he paid just $750 income tax in 2016 and 2017. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3i5JSJv

Four people were crushed to death on a water ride at the Dreamworld theme park in 2016. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jaGHBo

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Biden to Democrats: Focus on health law, not court expansion Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden wants voters to see Republicans’ push for a speedy Supreme Court confirmation as an end-run of Congress and the 2010 health care law.

What Trump pick Amy Coney Barrett could mean for future of the Supreme Court The Supreme Court has been on a rightward trajectory particularly since the conservative Justice Samuel Alito succeeded center-right Reagan appointee Sandra Day O’Connor in 2006.

Google to block political ads starting the day after general election Google announced Friday that they will temporarily halt all political ads directly following Election Day in an attempt to prevent premature claims that a candidate has won.

Trump nominates Amy Coney Barrett to Supreme Court Barrett has long been considered a front-runner for the seat after she was closely examined to potentially replace former Justice Anthony Kennedy on the high court.

District Judge Carl Nichols has issued a temporary injunction preventing a ban on TikTok downloads. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3i6NMld

The story of Emmanuel "Onry" Henreid and the unexpected duet that went viral. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/335y2dU

Grace Smith used hypnosis to give up smoking, and it inspired her to take up the profession. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2GhWIH3

Experts say India needs more post-Covid care centres as many patients are reporting lasting symptoms. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/347ddho

Reverend June Major has gone on hunger strike twice to demand that the church take action against her alleged attacker who still practises as a priest from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33a1tvE

The top Huawei executive's closely watched extradition case returns to court on Monday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cBCggr

The New York Times says the president paid no income tax at all in 10 of the last 15 years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33865Cf

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Customs officials said hospital material and plastic was found in the shipment, in breach of rules. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kXE7zr

The Islamic State group said it was behind the ambush on a convoy of government officials. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kPqnGK

Projections suggest a referendum on annulling a pact with the European Union has failed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2HvpWmt

US shale producer Devon in talks to acquire peer WPX - sources The deal talks show how consolidation in the oil and gas industry is picking up

The award-winning actress and mother of two is believed to have taken her own life. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30ceFy4

The two sides report fighting over Nagorno-Karabakh and blame each other for starting it. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kS2Apy

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