Pompeo had warned that a new national security law proposed by Beijing would be a “death knell” for Hong Kong’s autonomy. Source
Author Archives: Stonecom Interactive
U.S. death toll from coronavirus tops 100,000
The grim milestone comes as states across America have begun reopening. Source
Protesters gather where George Floyd was pinned down by police
The noontime protest Wednesday was peaceful, with demonstrators chanting and lifting signs. Source
SpaceX and NASA delay historic launch due to weather
SpaceX is ready to make history with the launch of the first crew aboard a commercial spacecraft to the International Space Station. But the weather didn’t cooperate today, and the launch had to be postponed for Saturday. Loren Grush, senior space reporter for The Verge, joins CBSN to talk about the mission. Source
NHL and players union agree on plan to restart hockey season
The National Hockey League and its players union have agreed on a plan to restart the 2019-20 season by moving straight to a 24-team tournament to determine the Stanley Cup winner. CBS Sports’ Pete Blackburn joined CBSN to explain what the season will look like. Source
Race for coronavirus vaccines stokes a biotech stock bubble
Biotech stocks like Moderna and Novavax are up as much as 1,200% this year as Wall Street bets on coronavirus cures. Source
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