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Kylie Jenner, Forbes Spar over Story on Billionaire Status
Forbes magazine, which once declared Kylie Jenner a billionaire on its cover, says she no longer deserves the title, but Jenner is pushing back.
Czech National Museum Exhibits Masks Made During Pandemic
The National Museum in Prague has put on display the most visible symbol of the Czech Republic's response to the coronavirus - face masks.
Buzz Kill: Pot Shops Reopen, but Some Fear Another Shutdown
Marijuana shops in many states have enjoyed brisk business during the coronavirus pandemic. In New England? Not so much.
Trump's Fossil Fuel Agenda Gets Pushback from Federal Judges
Federal courts have delivered a string of rebukes to the Trump administration over what they found were failures to protect the environment and address climate change.
Job Losses Continue to Mount in U.S. Despite Reopenings
The coronavirus crisis threw at least 2.1 million Americans out of work last week despite the gradual reopening of businesses around the country.
Texas Court: Virus Fear Alone Not Enough for Mail Balloting
Texas' highest court ruled Wednesday that a lack of immunity to the coronavirus doesn't qualify someone to cast a ballot by mail.
Mail-In Voting Could Turn Election Day into Election Week
A shift to mail voting is increasing the chances that Americans will not know the winner of the presidential race on election night. Trump could use that delay to sow doubt.
Biden Accuser's Credentials, Expert Testimony Under Scrutiny
State prosecutors in California are investigating the credentials that Tara Reade attested to in as many as 20 criminal trials.
Many More Likely Sought U.S. Jobless Aid Even As Layoffs Slow
Even with companies calling some laid-off employees back to work, millions more likely filed for unemployment benefits last week.
Parties Target Control of State Legislatures, Redistricting
Republican and Democratic operatives are preparing for a battle of state legislative supremacy that could have a profound effect on political power for the next decade.
IKEA Manager Charged for Firing Pole Over Anti-Gay Remarks
A Polish prosecutor has charged an IKEA manager with violating the religious rights of an employee sacked for voicing strong objections, within the company, to a corporate event supporting tolerance for LGBT people last year.
Hong Kong's Business Hub Status Imperiled by Security Law
A national security law proposed by China could imperil Hong Kong's status as one of the world's best places to do business.
Transportation Sector is Bleeding Jobs, More Cuts on the Way
The outbreak of the coronavirus has dealt a shock to the global economy with unprecedented speed. Following are developments Thursday related to the national and global response, the work place and the spread of the virus.
Trump Preparing Order Targeting Social Media Protections
President Donald Trump is preparing to sign an executive order Thursday aimed at curbing liability protections for social media companies, two days after he lashed out at Twitter for applying fact checks to two of his tweets.
Levi's Launches Pride Collection and OutRight Action International Partnership
Levi's has released its latest Pride collection, adopting "Use Your Voice!" as a rallying cry, stating that this year's collection is all about maximizing self-expression.
AP Fact Check: Trump Falsely Blames Obama for Pricey Drugs
President Donald Trump asserted Tuesday at a White House Rose Garden event that "Obamacare" raised prescription drug costs for older people — the opposite is true.
Minnesota Man Regrets Questioning Black Tenants in Building
A Minnesota venture capitalist said it was a mistake to question a group of black businessmen about being tenants in a building after the incident went viral on social media.
NBC, Producers Say 'America's Got Talent' Cleared by Probe
An investigation of Gabrielle Union's complaints of racism on the set of "America's Got Talent" concluded that her allegations were unfounded, according to NBC and the show's producers.
Mayor: Officer Who Put Knee on Man's Neck Should Be Charged
The mayor of Minneapolis called Wednesday for criminal charges against the white police officer seen on video kneeling against the neck of a handcuffed black man.
Trump Continues to Claim Broad Powers He Doesn't Have
Threatening to shut down Twitter. Claiming he can "override" governors. Asserting the "absolute authority" to force states to reopen. Trump is long on such claims - but lacks the power.