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Court Overturns Quincy Jones' Win in Michael Jackson Lawsuit
A California appeals court on Tuesday overturned most of a 2017 jury verdict awarding Quincy Jones $9.4 million in royalties and fees from the Michael Jackson estate over the use of Jones-produced Jackson hits in the concert film "This Is It" and two Cirq
Virus Diary: Staving Off the Virus While Our Water Runs Out
I know we're meant to be washing our hands frequently. We're trying. But we're running out of water again and I don't know when the water truck is going to be back.
Watchdog Concerned over Census Bureau's Vetting of Workers
Almost 300 people working for the U.S. Census Bureau last year had "major" issues with their background checks and a lack of vetting oversight could pose risk to the public, according to a watchdog report.
Trump's Top Spy Pick Vows He Won't Politicize Intelligence
Trump's firing of at least seven top U.S. intelligence officials has left the Office of the Director of National Intelligence without a single Senate-confirmed leader as the nation faces the COVID-19 pandemic.
Treasury to Begin Distributing Virus Relief Money to Tribes
The U.S. Treasury Department said Tuesday that it will begin doling out billions to help tribes respond and recover from the coronavirus more than a week after a congressional deadline.
Judge Restores New York Democratic Presidential Primary
The New York Democratic presidential primary must take place June 23 because canceling it would be unconstitutional, a judge ruled Tuesday.
Brazil's Bolsonaro Accused of Meddling in Rio Federal Police
President Jair Bolsonaro was in a stir again Tuesday after Brazil's former justice minister reportedly accused him of trying to personally pick the head of federal police operations in Rio de Janeiro.
Philippine TV Network's Shutdown Amid Pandemic Sparks Uproar
Philippine church and business leaders expressed alarm Wednesday over a government agency's shutdown of the country's largest TV and radio network.
Pelosi Pushes Ahead on Massive Virus Bill, but GOP Wary
Pelosi promises that the Democratic-controlled House will deliver legislation to help state and local governments through the COVID-19 crisis, along with additional money for direct payments to individuals.
Carnival Cruise Lines Plans to Sail Again Starting in August
Carnival Cruise Line said Monday that it plans to gradually resume cruising in North America in August, nearly five months after it halted operations due to the new coronavirus.
For Imperiled Airlines, It Keeps Getting Worse
The outbreak of the coronavirus has dealt a shock to the global economy with unprecedented speed. Following are developments Monday related to the global economy, the work place and the spread of the virus.
Intel Buys Moovit App for $900M to Boost Bet on Robotic Cars
Intel is buying transportation-planning service Moovit for $900 million as the world's largest computer chip maker moves further down the road in its effort to build self-driving cars.
World Leaders Pledge Billions for Virus Vaccine Research
World leaders, organizations and banks on Monday pledged 7.4 billion euros ($8 billion) for research to find a vaccine against the new coronavirus, but warned that it is just the start.
Senate Secretary Declines to Release Possible Reade Report
The secretary of the Senate has declined Joe Biden's request to release any potential documents pertaining to an allegation of sexual assault against him from a former Senate staffer
Homeless in NYC: Tougher than Ever Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
For the estimated 3,500 homeless New Yorkers who live on the streets, worries about disease are coupled with other new indignities.
Police Probe Killing of Store Security Guard over Virus Mask
State police are investigating whether a security guard at a Family Dollar store in Michigan was fatally shot because he refused to allow a customer to enter without wearing a face mask.
San Francisco Police Chief Bans 'Thin Blue Line' Face Masks
San Francisco's police chief said the city's rank and file will wear neutral face coverings to defuse a controversy that was sparked when officers wore masks adorned with the "thin blue line" flag.
Donor Gives Employees at Hospital $1 Million for Bonuses
The gift was designated entirely for employees — nurses, cleaning staff, lab techs, medical records, even mailroom staff and security guards.
Solo Truckers Struggle to Get Rolling with Stimulus Fund
Truck drivers are an essential cog in the nation's vast supply chain. They move more than 11 billion tons of freight annually and during the outbreak have kept grocery stores stocked.
Sharansky to Use Genesis Prize Proceeds to Fight Coronavirus
Former Soviet dissident Natan Sharansky, winner of the 2020 Genesis Prize, announced Monday that he will donate the $1 million award to organizations fighting the coronavirus pandemic and assisting people.