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Austria's far-right party wins national vote but its chances of governing are unclear
by Rob Schmitz
The far-right Freedom Party of Austria has won the most votes in national parliamentary elections but has fallen short of an absolute majority.
News Brief: George Floyd Funeral, N.Y. Police Bills, State Environmental Records
Houston hosts funeral services today for George Floyd. New York's legislature passes a first wave of bills overhauling police. And, states face requests for environmental leniency during the pandemic.
Journalists Clash With Newsroom Chiefs Over Protest Coverage
by David Folkenflik
The racial justice fight that has sparked protests across the nation has also ignited protests within some of country's leading newsrooms. The latest incident involves the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
What Would Dismantling Minneapolis' Police Department Look Like?
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Minneapolis City Council President Lisa Bender about plans to defund and dismantle the city's police department following George Floyd's death and nationwide protests.
U.K. Protesters Topple Slave Trader Statue During Anti-Racism Protests
by Frank Langfitt
In Bristol, England, protesters demonstrating against racism and police brutality pulled down the statue of Edward Colston, a prominent 17th century slave trader and dumped it in the harbor.
Following Protests, Democrats To Unveil Police Overhaul Measure
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Democratic Rep. Karen Bass of California about legislation to install wide-ranging changes for the nation's police departments. She chairs the Congressional Black Caucus.
Sir Isaac Newton Experimented With A Cure For The 1660s Plague
In documents up for auction, we're learning about Newton's experiment. First, hang a toad upside down for three days and collect its vomit. Then grind it all up and apply the mixture topically.
After Officiating Same-Sex Wedding, Va. Congressman May Lose House Seat
by Ben Paviour
Republican Rep. Denver Riggleman could get unseated at a party convention because he officiated the wedding between two former campaign volunteers. That could put another GOP House seat in play.
Houston, George Floyd's Hometown, Tries To Make Sense Of His Killing
by Jen Rice
George Floyd will be laid to rest this week in Houston. Monday is the public viewing, and Tuesday is the private funeral. Floyd died last month in Minneapolis while in police custody.
Newlyweds In Philadelphia Have A Wedding To Remember
As they left the ceremony, they found themselves in the middle of a protest — a crowd of thousands carrying Black Lives Matter signs. The protesters greeted the couple with cheers and applause.