NPR's Michel Martin speaks with British author and soccer commentator Musa Okwonga about the mass boycott of social media this weekend to protest online abuse directed at players of color.NPR's Michel Martin speaks with British author and soccer commentator Musa Okwonga about the mass boycott of ...

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/01/992764918/english-soccer-starts-mass-social-media-boycott-in-response-to-racism

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Escaping Serfdom

Authored by Jeff Thomas via InternationalMan.com,

The concept of government is that the people grant to a small group of individuals the ability to establish and maintain controls over them. The inherent flaw in such a concept is that any government will invariably and ...

https://www.zerohedge.com/personal-finance/escaping-serfdom

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"This is a question of fairness," said Caitlyn Jenner, who in 1976 won gold at the Olympics. Trans advocates say these bills are harmful and useless.

Caitlyn Jenner accepts the Arthur Ashe award for courage at the ESPY Awards at the Microsoft Theater on Wednesday, July 15, 2015.
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https://www.businessinsider.com/caitlyn-jenner-trans-girls-shouldnt-participate-in-girls-sports-2021-5

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How Costco Is Masking A 14% Price Jump With Shrinkflation

The oldest trick in the retailer book is back.

We have previously written about shrinkflation - the "creative" masking of higher prices whereby retailers sell a materially lower amount of products for the 'same' price, covering up what is ...

https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/how-costco-masking-14-price-jump-shrinkflation

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A ballot measure in San Antonio would strip the police union of its collective bargaining rights. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Oji Martin, co-founder of Fix SAPD, which wants voters to approve it.A ballot measure in San Antonio would strip the police union of its collective bargaining rights. NPR...

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/01/992761493/san-antonio-activists-take-on-police-union-contract

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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Adam Isacson from The Washington Office on Latin America about President Biden's choice to lead U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Adam Isacson from The Washington Office on Latin America about President Biden's choice to lead U.S...

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/01/992761479/texas-sheriff-ed-gonzalez-picked-to-lead-ice-likely-in-for-cultural-clash

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The governor in Idaho has signed a law to ban the teaching of critical race theory in public schools. Some educators in the state are calling it unnecessary and a potential violation of free speech.The governor in Idaho has signed a law to ban the teaching of critical race theory in public schools. ...

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/01/992761507/idaho-governor-signs-bill-to-ban-critical-race-theory-in-schools

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SACRAMENTO, Calif. Top Democrats urged California activists to stay united behind Gov. Gavin Newsom, who is facing a recall, during the state partys annual convention Saturday. I know were united and ready to work to ensure that he remains doing what he does best: Fighting for ...

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Documenting attempts to scale the mighty mountains of the world brings forth a passionate set of stories...

https://www.financialexpress.com/lifestyle/book-review-scott-ellsworths-the-world-beneath-their-feet-the-british-the-americans-the-nazis-and-the-race-to-summit-the-himalayas/2243784/

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After a big misstep, is this energy stock worth buying? Here's what to consider.The last couple of years haven't been great for Occidental Petroleum (NYSE: OXY). Some of that has to do with the broader energy market, but a good portion was also tied to company-specific decisions. If you are looking ...

https://www.fool.com/investing/2021/05/01/is-occidental-petroleum-stock-a-buy/?source=iedfolrf0000001

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MAPLEWOOD, N.J. Olympia Dukakis, the veteran stage and screen actress whose flair for maternal roles helped her win an Oscar as Chers mother in the romantic comedy Moonstruck, has died. She was 89. Dukakis died Saturday morning in her home in New York City, according to Allison Levy, her agent at ...

https://chinapost.nownews.com/20210502-2426813

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NEW YORK Jameson Taillon earned his first win in exactly two years, Aaron Judge had three hits and three RBIs, and the New York Yankees beat the Detroit Tigers 6-4 on Saturday. Gleyber Torres also drove in three runs as the Yankees won for the sixth time in seven games and improved to []
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BOSTON Craig Smith scored three goals Saturday to help the Boston Bruins complete their season-series dominance over the Buffalo Sabres with a 6-2 victory. With its ninth victory in 11 games, Boston slipped into third place in the NHLs East division, a point ahead of the Islanders. New York hosts ...

https://chinapost.nownews.com/20210502-2426867

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Patrick Corbin ended his 10-game losing streak, pitching seven solid innings and leading the Washington Nationals over the Miami Marlins 7-2 on Saturday. Josh Bell hit a bases-loaded double and drove in four runs, Yan Gomes had a two-run homer and Josh Harrison had three hits as Washington won its ...

https://chinapost.nownews.com/20210502-2426871

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State Rep. Mike Nearman was charged with official misconduct and criminal trespass for the events that took place in December...

https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2021/05/nearman-oregon-lawmaker-charges-rioters-state-capitol.html?via=rss

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It is very hard to give up on ones own resource bounty and Australia knows it only too well. Endowed with the worlds third-largest coal reserves coupled with ample hydrocarbon plays in offshore deposits, many of which are still yet to be assessed and located, Australias energy transition to include ...

https://oilprice.com/Alternative-Energy/Wind-Power/Building-Australias-First-Ever-Offshore-Wind-Farm.html

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The vaccines will be delivered to Hyderabad-based Dr Reddys Laboratories, which has joined hands with Russian Direct Investment Fund to produce the vaccine in India. The Drugs Controller General of India on April 13 had granted permission to Sputnik V vaccine for restricted use in emergency ...

https://www.financialexpress.com/lifestyle/health/covid-19-india-gets-first-batch-of-1-5-lakh-doses-of-russias-sputnik-v-vaccine/2243896/

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Governor Edwards announced plans for a $700 million renewable diesel refinery in Caldwell Parish this past week. He, along with CEO Paul Schubert of Strategic Biofuels LLC, made an announcement that the companys wholly-owned subsidiary, Louisiana Green Fuels, will develop the plant near ...

https://cleantechnica.com/2021/05/01/louisiana-to-develop-a-700m-renewable-diesel-plant/

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This might date me, but who remembers the old 7 Up commercials? They branded themselves as the Uncola, because the taste and texture of 7 Up (and later Sprite, Sierra Mist, etc.) is so different from traditional Cola drinks like Coca Cola and Dr. Pepper. Quick sidebar: Colas are called...

https://cleantechnica.com/2021/05/01/tesla-needs-an-un-pr-department/

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Buffett argued the federal government probably wouldnt have bailed out airlines if Berkshire Hathaway still owned a substantial stake.Buffett argued the federal government probably wouldnt have bailed out airlines if Berkshire Hathaway still owned a substantial stake...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/joewalsh/2021/05/01/buffett-doesnt-regret-selling-airline-stocks-last-year---and-he-still-doesnt-want-to-invest-in-them/

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Former New York Red Bulls head coach Jesse Marsch has completed the journey to RB Leipzig and will now officially take over from Julian Nagelsmann, who will join Bayern Munich this upcoming summer.Former New York Red Bulls head coach Jesse Marsch has completed the journey to RB Leipzig and will now ...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/manuelveth/2021/05/01/jesse-marsch-to-rb-leipzig-a-coronation-with-obstacles/

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Former President Donald Trump extended for six months full-time security detail to his adult children and three top officials, including Mnuchin.

Former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin.
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US taxpayers continue to pay for Mnuchins travel perks, according to The Daily ...

https://www.businessinsider.com/taxpayers-still-paying-for-steven-mnuchins-travel-perks-daily-beast-2021-5

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"This Is A Game-Changer For Uranium Stocks"

Submitted by Larry McDonald of The Bear Traps Report

The Uranium Bull Thesis

Uranium names are moving higher, breaking the recent downtrend just like energy names.

Our copper thesis has played out nicely. But from a Washington policy perspective ...

https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/game-changer-uranium-stocks

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I love you more than my luggage, Olympia Dukakis Clairee Belcher says to Shirley MacLaines Ouiser Boudreaux in the beloved 1989 movie Steel Magnolias. With the news of Dukakis death, Hollywood flocked to social media to express similar sentiments and ...

https://variety.com/2021/film/news/olympia-dukakis-death-hollywood-reaction-1234964491/

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Weeks after 9/11, deadly poison was sent to famous politicians and journalists. The publicand the Bush administrationfreaked out...

https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2021/05/anthrax-attacks-2001-daschle-brokaw-cipro-slow-burn-transcript.html?via=rss

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Both onion and garlic are good immunity-boosters and good for gut health. They must be made a part of the meal and cooked post the vaccination necessarily...

https://www.financialexpress.com/lifestyle/post-jab-diet-foods-to-strengthen-immunity-and-maximise-the-effects-of-covid-19-vaccine/2243818/

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The Green Bay Packers drafted cornerback Shemar Jean-Charles in the fifth round Saturday.The Green Bay Packers drafted cornerback Shemar Jean-Charles in the fifth round Saturday...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/robreischel/2021/05/01/green-bay-packers-scouting-report-on-fifth-round-draft-pick-shemar-jean-charles/

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Revelations that information can be falsified on Cellebrites devices throws into question its reliability in court rulingsCriminal lawyers could soon begin challenging a tool Australian police routinely rely on to extract messages, photos and other information from mobile phones for investigations ...

https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2021/may/02/how-the-hacking-of-surveillance-tech-used-by-police-could-undermine-australian-criminal-cases

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Warren Buffett gushed over the management and leadership skills of Apple CEO Tim Cook on Saturday as the renowned investor presided over Berkshire Hathaways annual shareholders meeting. Buffett compared Cook to legendary Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, noting that while Jobs was a tech and ...

https://variety.com/2021/biz/news/warren-buffett-tim-cook-munger-berkshire-hathaway-1234964476/

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NEW DELHI India has opened vaccinations to all adults in hopes of taming a monstrous spike in COVID-19 infections. The worlds largest maker of vaccines is still short of critical supplies the result of lagging manufacturing and raw material shortages. Those factors delayed the rollout in several ...

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INDIANAPOLIS Indianas governor told members of the Sikh community and others who gathered at a downtown Indianapolis football stadium Saturday to remember the eight people killed in a mass shooting at a FedEx warehouse that he knows their anguish from the attack is far from over. The three-...

https://chinapost.nownews.com/20210502-2426652

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. The Latest on the 147th running of the Kentucky Derby (all times local): ___ 3:05 p.m. Bob Baffert saddled Gamine to a 1 1/2-length victory in the $500,000 Derby City Distaff at Churchill Downs, giving the trainer his record 220th Grade 1 stakes win. Baffert broke a tie with longtime...

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FORT WORTH, Texas Alex Palou will start on the pole for the IndyCar Series first oval race of the season at Texas after qualifying was canceled Saturday because of overnight rain and morning mist. The only scheduled practice session before the two races over consecutive days at the 1 1/2-mile...

https://chinapost.nownews.com/20210502-2426716

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Aussies Trying To Return Home From India Face Up To $66,600 In Fines Or Five Years Imprisonment

Australians trying desperately to return home from COVID-stricken India will face fines and jail time, according to treasurer Josh Frydenberg, who defended the hardline approach as "drastic" but ...

https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/aussies-trying-return-home-india-face-66600-fines-or-five-years-imprisonment

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When Politicians Say Fair Tax, They Only Mean More Tax

Authored by James Harrigan via The American Institute for Economic Research,

Politicians never seem to have much trouble telling us they want to raise taxes. It seems to come as naturally to them as breathing does to the rest of us. They do ...

https://www.zerohedge.com/political/when-politicians-say-fair-tax-they-only-mean-more-tax

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The Green Bay Packers drafted Tedarrell Slaton in the fifth round Saturday.The Green Bay Packers drafted Tedarrell Slaton in the fifth round Saturday...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/robreischel/2021/05/01/green-bay-packers-scouting-report-on-fifth-round-draft-pick-tedarrell-slaton/

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Olympia Dukakis, a character actress best known for her Oscar-winning supporting turn in Norman Jewisons Moonstruck and for her role as the wealthy widow in Steel Magnolias, has died. She was 89. Dukakis brother, Apollo Dukakis, confirmed her death in a ...

https://variety.com/2021/film/news/olympia-dukakis-dead-dies-oscar-winner-moonstruck-1234964478/

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An expert witness for Epic Games testified that Apples App Store had operating margins above 70 percent in fiscal years 2018 and 2019, new court documents show. Eric Barnes testified that information from Apples Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis ...

https://www.theverge.com/2021/5/1/22414402/epic-expert-apple-app-store-fortnite-court-profit

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From Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States President Joe Biden to celebrities like English actor Ian McKellen, all their shots have made it to the headlines...

https://www.financialexpress.com/lifestyle/age-of-the-vaccine-selfie-the-vaxxie-is-now-a-rage-coming-as-a-source-of-hope-as-well-as-fomo-for-netizens/2243816/

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The famed investor said his right-hand man only allows him a few missteps, and he used them up selling Costco and Apple shares.

Warren Buffett
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Warren Buffett said that trimming his Apple stake was a misstep.The Berkshire Hathaway CEO revealed that Charlie Munger warned him against ...

https://www.businessinsider.com/warren-buffett-berkshire-hathaway-selling-apple-stock-mistake-charlie-munger-2021-5

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The company focused on community and going global early. The company focused on community and going global early...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/tomtaulli/2021/05/01/how-uipath-turned-into-a-37-billion-powerhouse/

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Hedgeye Files Lawsuit, Restraining Order, Against Former Employee, Alleging "Trade Secret Misappropriation"

Independent research shop Hedgeye has filed a lawsuit against one of its former employees-turned-competitors, Darius Dale, alleging that Dale stole trade secrets from the company. Dale has ...

https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/hedgeye-files-lawsuit-restraining-order-against-former-employee-alleging-trade-secret

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When it comes to elite Canadian stocks to watch, these three names are certainly worth a solid look. They each offer investors something different.
The post Canadian Stocks to Buy: 3 Elite Names appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

The TSX is home to many top-tier Canadian stocks for investors...

https://www.fool.ca/2021/05/01/canadian-stocks-to-buy-3-elite-names/

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State and local officials are trying to boost the number of people registering for COVID-19 vaccinations in an effort to reach herd immunity.

A frontline healthcare worker receives a Moderna COVID-19 vaccination at the Park County Health Departments storefront clinic on January 5, 2021 in ...

https://www.businessinsider.com/cities-and-states-incentivizing-covid-19-vaccines-2021-5

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Warren Buffett came under fire for not getting out his elephant gun to make a big purchase during the market lows during the first half of 2020. He responded to his critics.Warren Buffett came under fire for not getting out his elephant gun to make a big purchase during the market lows during the ...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/simonmoore/2021/05/01/buffett-explains-why-he-didnt-do-a-big-deal-during-the-pandemic-crisis/

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