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New top story on Hacker News: This DX7 Cartridge Does Not Exist

This DX7 Cartridge Does Not Exist 24 by processing | 6 comments on Hacker News.

New top story on Hacker News: Show HN: k3sup ('ketchup') – bootstrap Kubernetes with k3s over SSH

Show HN: k3sup ('ketchup') – bootstrap Kubernetes with k3s over SSH 18 by alexellisuk | 5 comments on Hacker News.

Symbol of N.Y.C. Unrest: A Burning Police Car

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By BY AZI PAYBARAH AND NIKITA STEWART from NYT New York https://ift.tt/3gGd9L9

Destructive Power of Despair

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By BY CHARLES M. BLOW from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3gzWNDX

What Trump and Toxic Cops Have in Common

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By BY JENNIFER SENIOR from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/36MQrfT

As Protests and Violence Spill Over, Trump Shrinks Back

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By BY PETER BAKER AND MAGGIE HABERMAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2Xktg9N

What Is Antifa, the Movement Trump Wants to Declare a Terror Group?

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By BY NICHOLAS BOGEL-BURROUGHS AND SANDRA E. GARCIA from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2XhUCNz

Police Cars Rammed Protesters. What de Blasio’s Response Tells Us.

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By BY DANA RUBINSTEIN AND JEFFERY C. MAYS from NYT New York https://ift.tt/3evWbgC

Record Ratings and Record Chaos on Cable News

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By BY BEN SMITH from NYT Business https://ift.tt/2TYwddR

Many Claim Extremists Are Sparking Protest Violence. But Which Extremists?

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By BY NEIL MACFARQUHAR from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2BkEFha

Coronavirus changes how doctors deal with death

Five doctors administering end-of-life care reflect on the current crisis. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2yUlQR8

Glimmer of hope for world's rarest primate

The discovery of a new breeding pair raises hope for the future of a critically endangered gibbon. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gyXSvA

Our masked identities: Cartoons of India's new normal

Cartoonist Priya Kurian documents how masks became prevalent in India - even before its lockdown. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2zR41me

Coronavirus: The South African village preparing for Covid-19

For people in South Africa's rural areas trying to protect themselves from Covid-19, hand washing in clean water isn't possible. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2ZVLpfO

Nasa SpaceX launch: What is the Crew Dragon?

A guide to SpaceX's Crew Dragon vehicle, which carried astronauts to the space station. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gOOGn8

'People use us to go to sleep to': Sudoku solvers become internet sensation

Hundreds of thousands of people from all over the world are watching these men solve Sudoku puzzles. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3crpMXm

George Floyd death: Why do some protests turn violent?

In the US, peaceful protests over police violence have escalated into widespread riots and looting. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2ApEFMs

Remote working: How cities might change if we worked from home more

Our homes, transport and city-centre spaces would change if we worked from home for good. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dlAKP3

Russia and Turkey risk turning Libya into another Syria

Gen Haftar's forces have been beaten back from Tripoli but that does not mean peace is at hand. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3cpaIZX

Dancing On My Own: The story behind Robyn's 2010 'sad banger'

The Swedish singer discusses her pop classic, and how she once became 'tired of the broken heart'. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2MtBW7z

Carly Fiorina's journey from secretary to CEO

The US entrepreneur started her business career answering the phone, and went on to lead Hewlett-Packard. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2zQUQCv

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Semitrailer speeds into crowd of protesters on Minneapolis bridge; injuries unclear 05/31/20 4:29 PM

Australia's stalled migrant boom derails golden economic run

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Australia's three decades of uninterrupted prosperity are coming to an abrupt end as the global coronavirus pandemic crashes one of its most lucrative sources of income – immigration. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/3eD9oo8

UK government hails 'sporting recovery' as live events get go-ahead

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Major professional competitions have been shut down since March because of the coronavirus. "I'm glad to confirm today that a third of matches to finish the season will now be free to view including the Liverpool v Everton derby and live Premier League football will be on the BBC for the first time in its history," he said. from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8260652 https://ift.tt/2XLPD6Y

NBA rumors: Kings to get playoffs shot in potential Adam Silver plan

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The Kings would get a chance to end their 13-year postseason drought in the reported proposal. from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8260652 https://ift.tt/3eyxoIN

What a 2020 Cubs season might look like if MLB, union reach agreement

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Seven glimpses of what the vision for a 2020 Cubs season might include - with an unexpected bonus to whet fan appetite. from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8260652 https://ift.tt/2AmogIv

NBA's latest return-to-play plan would include Wizards in 22-team format

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The Wizards currently sit in ninth place in the East. from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8260652 https://ift.tt/2MdrD7d

Where do Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum rank on Forbes list of highest paid athletes

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Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum crack the Top 100 on the highest-paid athletes list. from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8260652 https://ift.tt/2MdNueT

The Papers: Testing 'disgrace' and public's 'broken trust'

Britain's test and trace policy and Dominic Cummings' lockdown trip dominate Sunday's papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2XEXYcw

In pictures: Peru's most catastrophic natural disaster

On 31 May 1970 an earthquake struck in Peru, triggering a landslide and leading to the deaths of 70,000. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3djAv7m

George Floyd: ‘As a black American I am terrified’

After the death of George Floyd, young African-Americans in Minneapolis say they are scared for their safety. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2XitMot

Coronavirus: The self-isolation choir with worldwide members

This weekend thousands of people will gather as an online choir to perform Handel’s Messiah. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gJSUwn

In the middle of the Pacific with nowhere to land

A group of performers were halfway across the ocean in a 75ft boat when the pandemic erupted - leaving them with nowhere to go. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Bc7tIw

My Money: 'Our alternative quarantine holiday'

Alyssa Hulme from Utah in the US takes us through her weekly spending during the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2XgH9FE

Coronavirus: 'I'm high risk but made a full recovery'

Positive stories from people considered at high risk who have made a full recovery from coronavirus. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2MgCj50

New top story on Hacker News: Powers of Two (2017)

Powers of Two (2017) 8 by momonga | 0 comments on Hacker News.

Draw a Self-Portrait

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By BY CARSON ELLIS from NYT At Home https://ift.tt/36LkuVb

George Floyd Protests: A Timeline

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By BY DERRICK BRYSON TAYLOR from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2XhWhmk

Here’s What You Need to Know About Breonna Taylor’s Death

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By BY RICHARD A. OPPEL JR. from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3eAuQdj

Peru's most catastrophic natural disaster

On 31 May 1970 an earthquake struck in Peru, triggering a landslide and leading to the deaths of 70,000. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3djAv7m

In the middle of the Pacific with nowhere to land

A group of performers were halfway across the ocean in a 75ft boat when the pandemic erupted - leaving them with nowhere to go. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Bc7tIw

My Money: 'Our alternative quarantine holiday'

Alyssa Hulme from Utah in the US takes us through her weekly spending during the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2XgH9FE

Brothers' Home: South Korea's 1980's 'concentration camp'

In the 1980s, innocent children and adults were taken off South Korea's streets - and locked away. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Mfs3KA

Coronavirus in South Africa: Eight lessons for the rest of the continent

What South Africa can teach other African countries gearing up for a spike in infections. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3coS0SA

Coronavirus: Biden and Trump face off over China

The US president and his likely election rival have been sparring over China and the coronavirus. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2ArLI7q

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Minneapolis mayor says 'white supremacists,' 'out of state instigators' behind protests, but arrests show otherwise 05/30/20 3:44 PM

The NBA has a targeted return date

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The league hasn't played a game since March 11. from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8260652 https://ift.tt/2Anhv9c

NBA reportedly has targeted July 31 to return to play

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NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has targeted July 31 as a potential return date, according to a report. from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8260652 https://ift.tt/2yJIjjE

Report: NBA targeting July 31 to resume games

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Who? Why? How? Those all remain up in the air. from RSSMix.com Mix ID 8260652 https://ift.tt/3gCqvZ1

Coronavirus: GPs not told when patients removed from 'shielding lists'

This has caused confusion and anxiety among extremely vulnerable people staying at home. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/36GOGki

Coronavirus: Renters struggle most with pandemic costs, report says

Private renters are struggling with housing costs more than mortgage-payers, new research suggests. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/36PIiaE

The Papers: Weekend lockdown warnings and 'border farce'

Concerns over the public sticking to rules ahead of restrictions being lifted dominate Saturday's papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2XL8K0G

New top story on Hacker News: Surveillance tools used by the Minneapolis Police Department

Surveillance tools used by the Minneapolis Police Department 24 by jbegley | 0 comments on Hacker News.

New top story on Hacker News: The surprising persistence of RSA keys in SSH

The surprising persistence of RSA keys in SSH 18 by tomwas54 | 8 comments on Hacker News.

China and the Rhineland Moment

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By BY BRET STEPHENS from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3gE2vo7

Coronavirus Briefing: What Happened Today

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By BY LARA TAKENAGA AND JONATHAN WOLFE from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3dkR0A0

A Continent Reopens

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By BY PATRICK KINGSLEY AND LAETITIA VANCON from NYT World https://ift.tt/3diaoNV

Ex-Officer Charged in Death of George Floyd in Minneapolis

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By BY NEIL MACFARQUHAR, TIM ARANGO AND MANNY FERNANDEZ from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2Am86Pv

George Floyd Worked With Officer Charged in His Death

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By BY MATT FURBER, AUDRA D. S. BURCH AND FRANCES ROBLES from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2XeUwGB

A Justice Dept. Skeptical of Police Abuse Cases Vows to Investigate Floyd Death

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By BY KATIE BENNER AND EMILY BADGER from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2yLsx7T

Congress Plans Hearings on Racial Violence and Use of Force by the Police

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By BY NICHOLAS FANDOS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2XeRfHj

friday virus

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By Unknown Author from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/2zzmLXC

Week in pictures

A selection of news photographs taken around the world this week. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3eALMR1

Akinwumi Adesina: Why the US is targeting a flamboyant Nigerian banker

The US pushes for new inquiry into allegations of corruption against the African Development Bank boss. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2yOuctu

'You can't ask people to die': Coronavirus woes deepen Argentina's crisis

A new deadline to restructure the country's debt is just days away. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3djzNqO

Coronavirus: Bill Gates ‘microchip’ conspiracy theory and other vaccine claims fact-checked

Fact-checking vaccine claims - including ones about the ex-Microsoft boss and a dubious cow-dung trial. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3evgk6A

'Hackers burned my hand with computer virus'

Student's computer overheated after it was hit with a "crypto-jacking" attack. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2XesPNT

Germany's Merkel rejects Trump invite to attend G7 summit in Washington: Politico

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German Chancellor Angela Merkel has refused to accept U.S. President Donald Trump's invitation to attend an envisaged summit of the Group of Seven (G7) in the United States, Politico reported on Friday. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/3ci6rHT

Trump cutting U.S. ties with World Health Organization over virus

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The United States will end its relationship with the World Health Organization over the body's handling of the coronavirus pandemic, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday, accusing the U.N. agency of becoming a puppet of China. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2Xgh49Z

Kosovo Court Says New Government Can Be Formed Without an Election

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By BY REUTERS from NYT World https://ift.tt/2Xc45pG

National Guard Called as Minneapolis Erupts in Solidarity for George Floyd

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By BY MATT FURBER, JOHN ELIGON AND AUDRA D. S. BURCH from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3esGzdN

Trump’s Order Targeting Social Media Sites, Explained

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By BY CHARLIE SAVAGE from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/36FNvBR

More Notes From Our Homes to Yours

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By Unknown Author from NYT At Home https://ift.tt/2zw8j2A

American Priest Moves a Step Closer to Sainthood

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By BY SANDRA E. GARCIA from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3gAIHSz

Mourning Alone

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By BY LISA LERER from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3esB7Yn

Millions Relying on Pandemic Aid Can See Its End, and They’re Scared

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By BY BEN CASSELMAN from NYT Business https://ift.tt/2ZM0qk5

Temperature Checks and Desk Shields: C.D.C. Suggests Big Changes to Offices

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By BY MATT RICHTEL from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2XEWn6v

George Floyd: National Guard deployed after Minneapolis clashes

State troops are activated after days of protests over the death of a black man in police custody. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2XLioki

When Covid-19 hit, zookeeper Caitlin Henderson ended up in lockdown with 70 spiders

When Covid-19 hit, zookeeper Caitlin Henderson ended up in lockdown with 70 spiders. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/36IM8Cq

Coronavirus: 'I built a memorial to my grandfather on Animal Crossing'

Isabella Ong, 24, cannot visit her grandfather's grave because of coronavirus, so she found another way to honour him. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3etq6Gb

Africa's week in pictures: 22 - 28 May 2020

A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2zGMZXV

Quiz of the Week: Why was Neighbours back in the news?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2ZLlvuV

The African-American high fashion pioneer

The story of the little-known couturier who designed Jackie Kennedy's wedding dress from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3cd48Gb

Rohingya refugee crisis: 'The bodies were thrown out of the boat'

Khadiza Begum, a Rohingya refugee, left Myanmar to escape violence but found more horror at sea. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2ZLzZuX

The films to look out for at the We Are One festival

Cannes, Toronto and Sundance are among the film festivals uniting for an online streaming event. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3ccVnvE

Coronavirus: How Turkey took control of Covid-19 emergency

Even without imposing a total lockdown, Turkey seems to have handled the outbreak well. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2zyfSFY

The coronavirus conundrum when your mouth is your ‘hand’

The coronavirus pandemic becomes a different kind of challenge when you use your mouth as your ‘hands’. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2B9Uabz

RuPaul's Drag Race season 12: The most political, troubled series ever?

The reality show has reminded US viewers to register to vote every week during its 12th season. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2AeR9q2

The little lights now packing a deadly punch

LEDs already light our houses but developments are making them even more powerful. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Xe8o3Y

Fourth Iranian tanker docks at Venezuelan port, U.S. slams 'distraction'

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The Venezuelan navy said it escorted a fourth tanker bringing Iranian fuel through its waters on Thursday, while the United States called the shipments to the gasoline-starved country a distraction from problems facing President Nicolas Maduro. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/3gxZo17