Colin Dwyer
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Technology
Europe's Top Court Strikes Down Key Rules Of U.S.-EU Data Transfer
In its ruling Thursday, the European Court of Justice found that the agreement known as Privacy Shield fails to adequately protect Europeans' data, largely because of U.S. surveillance programs.
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Politics
'Unprecedented, Historic Corruption': Romney Joins Critics Of Stone's Commutation
The president's decision to grant clemency to his longtime confidant drew vehement criticism from Democratic lawmakers. Republicans largely kept silent, with one notable exception: Sen. Mitt Romney.
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National
Harvard, MIT Sue Immigration Officials Over Rule Blocking Some International Students
The policy — which bars foreign students unless they have in-person classes — will "create as much chaos for universities and international students as possible," the schools said Wednesday.
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Health
Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro Tests Positive For Coronavirus
The 65-year-old leader revealed the result Tuesday on national TV. Bolsonaro has repeatedly downplayed the virus's dangers, despite Brazil suffering the world's second-largest outbreak.
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National
States Shatter Coronavirus Records As Officials Eye Holiday Weekend With Alarm
Both Florida and South Carolina reported their highest-ever daily totals for new cases. But they're not alone: The caseload is spiking across the U.S., and the Fourth of July may only make it worse.
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National
Judge Allows Bolton Memoir To Proceed, Despite Trump Administration Objection
The administration sought an injunction against the book's publication, saying it compromises national security. But after a federal court order Saturday, the tell-all remains on track for release.
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Law & Courts
Attorney General Moves To Oust U.S. Prosecutor Who Investigated Trump Allies
Attorney General William Barr had announced that Geoffrey Berman would be stepping down as U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York. But Berman says, "I have no intention of resigning."
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Politics
Twitter Flags Video Shared By Trump As 'Manipulated Media'
The video, which condemns "fake news," fakes a CNN segment from last year. Twitter's move is unlikely to go unnoticed by Trump, who has vehemently resisted the company's fact-checking attempts.
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National
George Floyd's Brother To U.N. Human Rights Council: 'I Am Asking You To Help Us'
Philonise Floyd calls for a United Nations probe into police brutality in the U.S., which is not part of the council. "I'm asking you to help him," he tells the diplomats. "I'm asking you to help me."
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National
Walmart, CVS, Walgreens To End Practice Of Locking Up Black Beauty Products
The trio of major chains shared their decisions in separate statements, bowing to "concerns raised by our customers and members of the community."