Epic games If you’re a gamer – or just visit the sites with Cheapskate occasionally – you probably know that Epic Games releases at least one free game every Thursday. This week, Epic is giving away two games plus a third bonus title. And oh man, what a bonus it …
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Online learning during coronavirus does most poor students, finds school survey in California
A recent survey of school districts in Southern California showed that students from low-income families most struggled with online learning during the coronavirus pandemic, according to a Thursday report. The survey, conducted by the Los Angeles Times, looked at 45 school districts in the region. It revealed a sharp digital …
Read More »Trump calls for mail-in-vote for primary Congress in Florida
President TrumpDonald John TrumpNew Bob Woodward book will contain details of 25 personal letters between Trump and Kim Jong Un On The Money: Pelosi, Mnuchin talk, but make no progress on ending stalemate | Trump seizes ‘third track’ of policy with payroll tax break | Trump uses racist tropes to …
Read More »Suicidal thoughts in American adults almost doubled in June, says CDC
Nearly 11% of U.S. adults reported serious suicidal ideation in June. That’s almost double the percentage that did last summer, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention did. According to a report released Thursday, the CDC asked 5,412 participants in a survey if they seriously considered suicide in the 30 …
Read More »MLS, Hunt family condemns abuse of players who kneel during the national anthem
Major League Soccer has issued a statement reaffirming its support for players peacefully protesting against social injustice and condemning the abuse of all players who choose to protest while playing the national anthem. The statement comes after players from FC Dallas and Nashville SC were abused for picking a knee …
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