Biotech stocks like Moderna and Novavax are up as much as 1,200% this year as Wall Street bets on coronavirus cures. Source
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NY business owner worries about a city “emptying out”
David Seixas fears the virus’s devastating impact on city life will chase away patrons forever from his and others’ businesses. Source
White House press secretary voted by mail 12 times in 12 years
McEnany and President Trump have claimed vote-by-mail leads to voter fraud, though there is no evidence of widespread voter fraud. Source
SpaceX abort system promises extra safety for crew
SpaceX has developed an innovative abort system in case something goes wrong – and rescue crews will be standing by. Source
How nearly 100,000 coronavirus deaths compare to past pandemics, crises
The U.S. is approaching a grim milestone of 100,000 deaths as a result of the coronavirus. CBS News senior political analyst and “60 Minutes” correspondent John Dickerson reflects on the grim milestone and provides historic perspective on how the country can move forward. Source
LeBron James shares powerful image after George Floyd’s death
“Do you understand NOW!!??!!?? Or is it still blurred to you??” James said in an Instagram post. Source
SpaceX postpones historic launch due to weather
The next attempt to launch will be Saturday afternoon, after weather conditions forced a delay. Source
From 2006: AIDS activist Larry Kramer: “I wasn’t a phony … I fought for life”
The playwright, screenwriter and AIDS activist Larry Kramer died Wednesday, May 27, 2020, at the age of 84. In this profile originally broadcast on “CBS Sunday Morning” on June 25, 2006, Kramer talked with Harry Smith about fighting indifference in the battle against AIDS; the founding of Gay Men’s Health Crisis and ACT UP; and becoming a pariah within the gay community due to his outspoken remarks. Source
AIDS Activist Discusses 25-Year Battle
On His 71st Birthday, Larry Kramer Still Fighting For Awareness Source
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