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Dad throws 1-year-old daughter off ‘steep cliff’ into ravine, killing baby whose ‘smile was contagious’

A California dad allegedly tossed his baby daughter off a “steep cliff” to her death after he stabbed the child’s mom and a bystander who tried to help, relatives and police said.




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Coronavirus delays list of most popular baby names this year

The Social Security Administration will not release its list of popular baby names this year.




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Up to 190,000 coronavirus deaths possible in Africa in first year of pandemic unless there’s containment: WHO

Between 83,000 and 190,000 people could die of COVID-19 in Africa, with 29 million to 44 million infected, in the coronavirus pandemic’s first year if containment measures do not work, the African regional office of the World Health Organization (WHO) said Thursday.




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Google parent company scraps ‘Smart City’ project amid coronavirus crisis

Google parent Alphabet has scrapped its plans to develop a futuristic “Smart City” on the Toronto waterfront over privacy concerns and economic uncertainty brought on by the coronavirus pandemic




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‘I learned a lot from Richard Nixon,’ Trump during interview on Fox & Friends

During a rambling interview on FOX & Friends, President Trump did a victory lap following DOJ's decision to drop charges against Michae Flynn and how he learned from Nixon as not firing people during an investigation.




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Trump offers Biden rapid COVID-19 test to resume travel

In a telephone interview with "Fox & Friends," Trump said he would be willing to provide the former vice president with the same coronavirus tests he uses.




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Pete Davidson asks people to stop bringing drugs to his mom’s house on Staten Island

Pete Davidson, who recently said he quit using drugs, urged people not to drop off any weed or other illegal substances at his mom’s Staten Island house after a stranger did just that a few days ago.




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Coronavirus may linger in semen of infected men, poses small risk for COVID-19 infection via sex: study

The semen of men infected with coronavirus revealed that the disease lingered in only a few patients, suggesting there is a small chance COVID-19 can be transmitted sexually, researchers said.




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SEE IT: 4-year-old with cancer has emotional reunion with dad after 7 weeks apart amid coronavirus

The heartwarming reunion, which clearly made little Mila Sneddon's day, took the young girl completely by surprise.




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New York extends civil ‘look back’ for child sexual assault victims

NY Gov. Cuomo extended a “lookback window” created as part of the Child Victims Act last year that allows child sex abuse survivors of all ages to file civil suits beyond the normal statute of limitations.




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NYC to limit entry at Hudson River Park and Domino Park to curb coronavirus

The NYPD will limit entry at Hudson River Park Piers 45 and 46 in Manhattan and Domino Park in Williamsburg to ensure social distancing during coronavirus.




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Trump calls video of Ahmaud Arbery killing ‘disturbing’ but trusts Georgia’s ‘very good’ law enforcement

President Trump on Friday called the viral video of Ahmaud Arbery’s killing “very, very disturbing,” but he said he’s confident that Georgia’s law enforcement authorities will handle the case properly despite a slow-moving investigation and conflict-of-interest questions surrounding the incident. “So I saw the tape, and it’s very, very disturbing," he said in a Fox New phone interview. “I looked at a picture of that young man. He was in a tuxedo... And I will say that that looks like a really good, young guy.”




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HOMETOWN HELPERS Like mother, like daughter: This dynamic duo helps feed homebound NYC seniors during COVID-19 crisis

“We’ve learned to assist each other, to help each other and listen,” said Magda Melendez, Citymeals warehouse distribution manager. “We leave aside the mother-daughter relationship and cooperate like best friends.”




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Disney Springs in Orlando starting phased reopening after coronavirus closures

Disney World is beginning to spring into action. Disney Springs, the company’s outdoor dining, shopping and entertainment complex near its Florida theme parks, is set to begin a phased reopening on May 20 following closures to reduce the spread of coronavirus.




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Chris Cornell’s widow fires back at Soundgarden members in escalating legal war, says they’re tying to ‘browbeat’ her into giving up music

Chris Cornell’s widow is firing back at her husband’s Soundgarden bandmates, calling the lawsuit they filed against her Wednesday an attempt to “browbeat” her into giving up “copyrighted works.”




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Ohio State to pay almost $41 million to 162 alleged sexual assault victims of university doctor

Ohio State University will pay about $41 million to settle a dozen lawsuits by 162 men alleging sexual abuse by a team doctor, Richard Strauss.




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California to mail ballots to all voters because of coronavirus

Surprisingly, they didn’t do it years ago due to traffic.




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4-drug combination may speed up coronavirus recovery, Hong Kong study finds

The cocktail includes three antiviral drugs and a different drug that boosts natural immune system chemicals.




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Suspect in shooting death of Ahmaud Arbery was involved in a previous investigation of him, recused prosecutor says

A suspect accused in the shooting of Ahmaud Arbery, an unarmed black jogger killed in a Georgia suburrb more than two months ago, was involved in a previous prosecution of the 26-year-old runner back when he worked for the local district attorney’s office.




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WATCH LIVE VIDEO: New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s May 9 press conference with coronavirus updates

Watch New York Gov. Cuomo’s daily press conference with updates on the state’s fight against coronavirus.




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Russia holds ‘safe’ parade, Belarus packs in people, ignoring coronavirus fears

Vladimir Putin and Russia played it safe for their Victory Day parade, but Belarus.




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Struck on cruise ships during coronavirus pandemic, crews beg to go home

Long after passengers disembarked from cruise ships, tens of thousands of crew members are still trapped on vessels.




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Can you get an airline ticket refund due to postponed Olympics or coronavirus crisis?

If you were headed to Tokyo or any other destination, here's what you must know to get a refund. It may not happen — you may get a voucher instead — but you can get some relief.




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My fave travel places are closed. I'm still (virtually) visiting

I ache to stay at the Metropol in Moscow, and stroll through the Louvre. For now, videos and photos will have to do.




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Coronavirus means social distancing. For flight attendants, it's suddenly easier

Social distancing — a term we've all become familiar with — has been nearly impossible to accomplish on an airplane. Until now.




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Travel the world from your easy chair with these video sites

Even though we're confined to home, we can still travel the world in virtual and regular reality. You'll find sumptuous videos on these sites, most of them free.




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Death Valley National Park closes to visitors

National parks in the West continue to close or severely scaledback services over pandemic




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Due to coronavirus, hikers advised to leave the Pacific Crest Trail. Some refuse

Thousands sign up to hike the California-Oregon-Washington trail every spring. Most have given up amid coronavirus, but some remain, amid controversy.




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Check out the Las Vegas Strip, without the 42 million visitors

It's hard imagining Las Vegas as a ghost town. Here's what streets look like since casino-resorts closed.




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Tourism is tanking. So RV and camper companies found business fighting COVID-19

The near total collapse of tourism has left recreational-vehicle companies — those that rent or sell RVs and the like — scrambling to survive.




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LAX FlyAway Bus suspends service to Long Beach and Hollywood

The airport shuttle is cutting back on schedules due to drop-offs in passengers




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Griffith Park trails, U.S. Forest campgrounds closed. Here's which Southern California parks are safe to visit

Public officials press for more social distancing as many beaches and public spaces close amid the coronavirus outbreak.




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Column: No coronavirus refund but credit for a future cruise? Are you kidding?

Like airlines, cruise operators make refunds difficult for passengers who are rethinking travel plans because of the coronavirus.




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Travelers need not worry about Real ID and authorization to visit Europe — for now

The deadline for Real ID has been postponed for a year and the need for paperwork to visit 26 European countries is also delayed.




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Joshua Tree National Park closes to all visitors over coronavirus

The park closed indefinitely to all visitors Wednesday amid the coronavirus pandemic. It earlier had closed campgrounds and access roads into the park but allowed walkers and cyclists to enter.




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Grand Canyon National Park closes on advice of local health officials

The park had been criticized for allowing visitors to access roads and South Rim view points during the coronavirus pandemic.




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Amid coronavirus, cruise ships idle away off SoCal coast

Many mothballed ships have to maintain crews. They're looking for docks in California




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Disneyland won't refund coronavirus tickets, but you can postpone

Some ticket holders may receive extension on ticket expiration dates




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Celebrate Passover a new way (Zoom, anyone?) in the time of coronavirus

As we continue to practice social distancing, here are new ways to commemorate the Exodus.




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With coronavirus Easter, chocolate bunnies now wear masks

Some chocolate makers added masks to their bunnies to reflect the coronavirus era




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When will cruises resume amid coronavirus? CDC extends ban on sailing

The CDC extends its no-sail order without a firm date of when cruise ships will set sail from U.S. ports




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Column: When even the Girl Scouts can't get a coronavirus refund, something's very wrong

Coronavirus: If we've learned anything from the pandemic, it's that once a business gets its hands on your money, it doesn't want to give any back.




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Flying during coronavirus is nothing like it used to be. Who's doing it?

Airline passenger volume is down 95%. So who is in that remaining 5%?




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I'm a flight attendant. My co-workers are starting to test positive for coronavirus

More than 100 flight attendants on one airline have tested positive for the coronavirus. Have airlines done enough?




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Trout in doubt: Coronavirus could delay California's fishing season

California's Fish and Game Commission on Wednesday gave emergency powers to Fish and Wildlife Department director Charlton Bonham, allowing him to suspend, delay or restrict recreational fishing in specific areas until May 31.




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Tourist-dependent Solvang struggles through coronavirus stay-home orders in California

Solvang, Calif., with its windmills and half-timbered architecture, draws more than 1½ million visitors a year. It's a virtual ghost town now.




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Amtrak relaxes its refund rules in the face of coronavirus

Amtrak also has cut service on the Pacific Surfliner and several other routes.




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Following coronavirus closure, Mt. Baldy ski resort reopening in limited capacity

The plan to reopen the San Bernardino County ski destination in a limited capacity marks the latest effort to allow limited recreation amid the coronavirus outbreak.




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California poppy bloom tempts visitors to break coronavirus stay-at-home order

A bloom of California poppies springs up in the Antelope Valley,enticing visitors stuck at home. But the live cam is your best bet, officials say.




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Best sky-centric movies and TV shows of all time. Yes, 'Star Trek' makes the cut

Whether truth or fiction, these tales of space treat science seriously