The Independent employs journalists from around the world to bring you truly independent journalism. To support us, consider a contribution. Donald Trump claimed that some of the largest cities in the United States have more extreme levels of violence than troubled nations like Afghanistan and Honduras. Speaking to Sean Hannity …
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Trump asks Barr to prioritize prosecution of those who damage monuments
President TrumpDonald John Trump Miami-Dade will close the beaches during the weekend of July 4 by coronavirus fears that an Oklahoma reporter will test positive for COVID-19 after attending the Trump rally in Tulsa Trump criticizes the Governor of Illinois, Mayor for violence in Chicago calls for ‘law and order’ …
Read More »Microsoft abandons retail stores destined to compete with Apple: is the Surface line of gadgets next?
Microsoft Corp.’s permanent closure of its retail stores during the global coronavirus pandemic is not surprising given the insignificant amount of revenue the stores contributed to the company, but it may be a sign that the Surface hardware business may be finally chopped. to block. Microsoft MSFT, -2.00% announced on …
Read More »Kirill Serebrennikov: Russian film and theater director convicted of fraud
Image copyright Reuters Screenshot Kirill Serebrennikov, wearing a protective mask, was greeted by supporters outside of court in Moscow. Prominent Russian director Kirill Serebrennikov received a suspended three-year sentence after being found guilty of embezzlement. He and two others were convicted of embezzling £ 1.5m ($ 1.86m) from state funds …
Read More »New Orleans Dixie Beer brewery to change name
Dixie Beer, a regionally iconic beer brand founded in New Orleans more than 110 years ago, will soon have a new name. In a statement released Friday, owner Gayle Benson said that in light of the “critical conversations about racism and systemic social issues” taking place in the country, “we …
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