Bankruptcy court judge in Texas must approve compensation plan that gives CEO Geoffroy van Raemdonck $6 million. Source
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Protests for George Floyd prompt new discussions for reparations among enslaved Africa-American ancestors
As the U.S. continues to reckon with the repercussions of systemic racism, many protesters are calling for a renews discussion for reparations to descendants of enslaved African-Americans. Duke University Public Policy and African-American studies professor William Darity Jr. has studied reparations for over 30 years. He joined CBSN to explain why the wealth gap between Black and White Americans is growing and why reparations are the solution to closing it. Source
The hidden cost of delaying college during the coronavirus pandemic
A new study by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York found that delaying college for a year during the coronavirus pandemic could cost a student $90,000 in lifetime earnings. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo joined CBSN for a closer look at why taking a gap year might not be the best option. Source
Bob Marley anthem “reimagined” to help kids impacted by pandemic
Late reggae icon’s family joins forces with the U.N. children’s agency in a bid for the global solidarity he called for in “One Love.” Source
Why America can’t escape its racist roots
The U.S. is facing a reckoning over its racist roots as protests over systemic racism and the inequalities faced by people of color continue nationwide. Orlando Patterson, the John Cowles professor of sociology at Harvard University, joined CBSN to discuss why he believes America can’t seem to escape its racist roots. Source
Mutual of Omaha to drop Native American imagery from logo
The corporate change comes as other major companies reckon with racially-charged naming and branding. Source
Hundreds of children denied asylum at U.S. southern border
Hundreds of unaccompanied minors who are seeking refuge in the U.S. have been denied asylum despite laws protecting children traveling alone from speedy deportations. CBS News is the first to report the impact of the Trump administration’s expulsion policy. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joined CBSN to explain how the administration was able to suspend protection for unaccompanied minors during the coronavirus pandemic and what happens to those children once they’re turned away. He also discussed a California judge’s decision to extend the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency’s deadline to release detained families by 10 days. Source
How to spot 5 planets and the crescent moon without a telescope
Comet Neowise isn’t the only cosmic phenomenon visible in the sky this weekend. Source
Washington NFL team owner vows change after allegations
Dan Snyder promised change and a new culture for his NFL team after 15 women said they had been sexually harassed while employed by the club. Source
CDC delays school reopening guidance
A CDC spokesperson says the full guidance “will be published before the end of the month.” Source