The Cleveland Indians are among the professional sports teams caught in the controversy over the use of Native American symbols and culture. With intense scrutiny over the name of the Washington Redskins, the Indians announced Friday that they would review the name of their own team. Manager Terry Francona on …
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According to reports, a group of 239 scientists representing 32 countries is preparing to ask the World Health Organization (WHO) to review its recommendations for the new coronavirus due to evidence they say supports the claim that the disease is in the air. Scientists are expected to publish an open …
Read More »Dwayne Haskins of the Redskins throws his support for this name if the team decides to change
The Washington Redskins said Friday they would carry out a “thorough review” of his name and would consider possibly changing it for racial overtones. As fans brainstormed what the name might look like, Redskins quarterback Dwayne Haskins promoted his own favorite name from the dozens mentioned on social media. REDSKINS …
Read More »Fire at Iran’s Natanz nuclear facility caused significant damage: spokesperson
DUBAI (Reuters) – A fire at Iran’s Natanz underground nuclear facility has caused significant damage that could delay the development of advanced centrifuges used to enrich uranium, an Iranian nuclear official said Sunday. FILE PHOTO: A view of a damaged building after a fire at Iran’s Natanz Nuclear Facility, in …
Read More »In Pictures: Sombre 4th of July Celebrations in America |
The United States marked an unusually bleak Independence Day, with President Donald Trump attacking national opponents and China, but praising the country’s coronavirus response, despite a record increase in cases. Instead of adopting a unifying tone, Trump, faced with harsh reelection and eager to mobilize his political base, criticized protesters …
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