NBA Commissioner Adam Silver sent a memo to the league’s staffers Sunday night to address the latest racial tensions in the country, sparked most recently by the death last week of a black man who was in handcuffs when a Minneapolis police officer pressed his knee into his neck as he pleaded that he couldn’t breathe.

Silver’s memo, a copy of which was obtained by The Associated Press, made reference to that Minneapolis man, George Floyd — as well as Ahmaud Arbery, a 25-year-old black man chased and killed by armed white men as he jogged through a south Georgia neighborhood, and Breonna Taylor, a black emergency medical worker who was fatally shot by police serving a narcotics search warrant in Kentucky. “Just as we are fighting a pandemic,

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IBM Getting Out of Facial Recognition Business Over Racial Profiling Concerns

IBM is getting out of the facial recognition business, saying it's concerned about how the technology can be used for mass surveillance and racial profiling. Ongoing protests responding to the death of George Floyd have sparked a broader reckoning over racial injustice and a closer look at the use of police technology to track demonstrators and monitor American neighborhoods.

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Taylor Swift calls for police reform after dragging Trump: ‘Racial injustice is ingrained deeply’

Taylor Swift has taken another political stand to encourage the fight against racial injustice, while championing police reform. The Shake It Off singer, who previously kept her political views private, took to Twitter on Tuesday to call out the systemic racism in the US following the tragic death of black man George Floyd, who died after a police officer pressed his knee into his neck as he struggled for breath. ‘Racial injustice has been ingrained deeply into local and state governments, and changes MUST be made there,’ Taylor tweeted. ‘In order for policies to change, we need to elect people who will fight against police brutality and racism of any kind‘We need to fight for mail-in voting for the 2020 election.

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San Francisco offers money to aid victims of police violence

SAN FRANCISCO – Victims and witnesses of police violence will be eligible for funeral expenses, help with medical bills, counseling and other services under a policy San Francisco's liberal top prosecutor announced Tuesday. The policy change by District Attorney Chesa Boudin comes as the U.S.

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After George Floyd killing, Trump avoids talk of racial bias

WASHINGTON – In the two weeks since George Floyd died, President Donald Trump has shared lots of opinions about the need for “law and order,” about fighting crime and the dangerous ideas of the “liberal left.” When it comes to addressing racism, not so much. Trump has remained largely silent on that, except to argue that a strong economy is the best antidote.

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Niecy Nash reveals her son got a taser pulled on him by cops for a rolling stop

Exactly two weeks after the death of George Floyd by former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, Niecy Nash revealed an incident that happened to her son.Nash, 50, spoke candidly with The Hollywood Reporterabout Floyd's death and how she's coping with the pandemic, returning to work, and much more.The Reno 911! star revealed her son Dominic was pulled over by Los Angeles police after leaving her house last Sunday, and he got a taser pulled on him for a rolling stop.

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When protesters cry 'defund the police,' what does it mean?

WASHINGTON (AP) - Protesters are pushing to “defund the police" over the death of George Floyd and other black Americans killed by law enforcement. Their chant has become a rallying cry — and a stick for President Donald Trump to use on Democrats as he portrays them as soft on crime.But what does “defund the police” mean? It’s not necessarily about gutting police department budgets.Supporters say it isn’t about eliminating police departments or stripping agencies of all of their money.

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Bristol’s Colston Hall venue to announce new name in autumn following anti-racism protests

protests continue to take place across the US and around the world after George Floyd, an African-American man, was killed in Minneapolis on May 25 when a white police officer knelt on his neck for nearly nine minutes and ignored the man’s pleas that he couldn’t breathe.Colston Hall is named after Edward Colston, a prominent 17th Century slave trader who has been a controversial figure in the city of Bristol for many years.

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NASCAR President says 'our sport' and 'country' need to do better on racial injustice

Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images HAMPTON, Ga. - Bubba Wallace donned a black T-shirt with the words “I Can't Breathe” and NASCAR paused before Sunday's Cup race at Atlanta Motor Speedway to acknowledge the country's social unrest. The governing body vowed to do a better job of addressing racial injustice in the wake of George Floyd's death.During their warm-up laps, the 40 cars pulled to a stop in front of the empty grandstands and shut off their engines so NASCAR President Steve Phelps could deliver a message over their radio sets.“Thank you for your time,” Phelps said.

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When protesters cry 'defund the police,' what does it mean?

WASHINGTON – Protesters are pushing to “defund the police" over the death of George Floyd and other black Americans killed by law enforcement. Their chant has become rallying cry — and a stick for President Donald Trump to use on Democrats as he portrays them as soft on crime.

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Rick Zamperin: Sports stars continue to amplify Black Lives Matter message

demonstrations and calls to action to end systemic racism continue around the world following the tragic death of George Floyd, never before have the voices of today’s sports stars been more amplified than at the present time.Floyd’s death while in police custody in Minneapolis on May 25 has prompted a renewed, and deafening, outcry to end police brutality and racial inequality, and athletes are among those who are leading the charge.NBA icon LeBron James is one of the athletes who has been vocal about a need for action. So, too, has Toronto Raptors star Kyle Lowry.

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Lady Gaga addresses death of George Floyd: “Change will happen and it will be for the better.”

Lady Gaga has addressed the death of George Floyd in an impassioned virtual address for 2020 graduates.Speaking as part of YouTube’s virtual “Dear Class of 2020″ commencement celebration on Sunday (June 7), the singer said she originally recorded a speech that “reflected the shared experience” of coronavirus experienced by the class of 2020.But after Floyd’s death last month, Gaga realised she had to address the Black Lives Matter movement and protests across the US.She said: “My speech was recorded before the murder of George Floyd and the subsequent activist movement…while my original commencement speech may not be directly relevant to what this country most needs right now, I wish to tell you today that though there is much to be sad

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Nick Cannon addresses Black Lives Matter protest in Times Square wearing 'I still can't breath' mask

Nick Cannon has been on the frontlines of the ongoing protests against police brutality and racism, which included flying to Minneapolis to attend demonstrations near where George Floyd was killed while in police custody.And on Sunday The Masked Singer host made his presence felt when he attended the rally in Times Square in New York City in support of Black Lives Matter.With the city curfew now lifted, it was just one of nearly three dozen gatherings and protests happening on Sunday in New York's five boroughs.

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Lady Gaga Addresses Police Brutality and Systemic Racism in Powerful Speech for 'Dear Class Of 2020'

Lady Gaga is speaking out against police brutality in a powerful message to this year's graduating class.

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Jennifer Aniston donates $1M to racial justice charity Color of Change

Jennifer Aniston has reportedly donated $1 million to Color of Change, the world's largest racial justice organization, as Black Lives Matter fueled protests continue in response to George Floyd's May 25 death in police custody in Minneapolis.According to widely circulated report from The Mirror, the "Friends" alum "wanted to show her support" for racial justice movements as the U.S. grapples with systemic racism."Like most people, Jen has been deeply affected by what is going on in America and the terrible injustice that people of color experience every day," a source told the outlet.

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NASCAR vows to do better job addressing racial injustice

HAMPTON, Ga. – HAMPTON, Ga.Bubba Wallace donned a black T-shirt with the words “I Can't Breathe” and NASCAR paused before Sunday's Cup race at Atlanta Motor Speedway to acknowledge the country's social unrest. The governing body vowed to to do a better job of addressing racial injustice in the wake of George Floyd's death.During their warm-up laps, the 40 cars pulled to a stop in front of the empty grandstands and shut off their engines so NASCAR President Steve Phelps could deliver a message over their radio sets.

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Jennifer Aniston gives $1 million to racial justice charity: 'It's our responsibility to make noise'

Jennifer Aniston has donated a substantial sum of money 'to the charity she felt resonated with her the most' after being 'deeply affected' by the unjust killing of unarmed black man George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police.The Friends actress, 51, gave $1 million to Color Of Change, a nonprofit civil rights advocacy group and 'the nation’s largest online racial justice organization,' according to The Mirror.As a source explained, 'Like most people, Jen has been deeply affected by what is going on in America and the terrible injustice that people of color experience every day.' 'Deeply affected': Jennifer Aniston has donated a substantial sum of money 'to the charity she felt resonated with her the most' after recent events'She

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Justin Bieber Promises To Use His ‘Platform’ To ‘Speak Up About Racial Injustice’

Justin Bieber is “committed to using his platform” to speak up about racial injustice.

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'Use our platform': NBA coaches saying change must occur

MIAMI – The NBA plans to go to Disney World next month to finish a season, with a schedule calling for the 22 remaining teams to play more than 150 more games and for the league to eventually crown a champion.Coaches are seeing potentially a bigger purpose as well.Many players and coaches have spoken out in recent days following the death of George Floyd, who died after a Minneapolis police officer pressed his knee into his neck for several minutes even after he stopped moving and pleading for air. But two coaches said Saturday that once the league arrives at Disney, they would expect the NBA’s visibility to be an asset again in the hope for actual change.“I don’t think anybody is really ready to move on.

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Protests continue in NYC amid lingering tensions over curfew

NEW YORK – Demonstrations over the death of George Floyd continued in New York City on Saturday amid lingering tension between protesters and police over the city’s 8 p.m. curfew.Thousands took to the streets around the city, a day after mostly peaceful demonstrations Friday night that were punctuated by some minor flare-ups as police sought to enforce the curfew.

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Stephen Colbert Addresses Violent Police Response To Peaceful Protests: ‘Why Is The Government Afraid Of Its Own Citizens?’

Stephen Colbert congratulated America for making it to the end of another week on Friday’s edition of Global‘s “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert”.

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Banksy shares powerful Black Lives Matter artwork and addresses “faulty system”

Banksy has shared a powerful piece of artwork in support of the Black Lives Matter movement, portraying the burning of an American flag.The anonymous artist’s latest work was shared on his Instagram page earlier today (June 6), which comes after the death of George Floyd, an African American man who was killed in Minneapolis, Minnesota when a white police officer knelt on his neck as he lay on the ground during an arrest.It depicts a vigil for a member of the black community, whose picture is in a frame next to some flowers and a candle, which burns an American flag as it hangs on the wall.A post shared by Banksy (@banksy) on Jun 6, 2020 at 3:30am PDTIn a statement accompanying the artwork, Banksy wrote: “At first I thought I should just

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Turning grief into change, movement targets racial injustice

Momentum for what many hope is a sustained movement aimed at tackling racial injustice and police reforms promised to grow Saturday as more protesters filled streets around the world and mourners prepared to gather in the U.S. for a second memorial service for George Floyd, who died a dozen days ago at the hands of police in Minneapolis.Formal and impromptu memorials to Floyd over the last several days have stretched from Minneapolis to Paris, Rome and Johannesburg, South Africa.

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'Why I Protest': Lauren Jauregui on Why She Marches in Solidarity With Black Lives Matter

Thousands of people have taken the streets, from Minneapolis to Los Angeles to Miami, and beyond, to protest against racial injustice and police brutality in the U.S. The national outrage is in response to the death of George Floyd and other black citizens who have died in the hands of police.

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Nemours Children’s Hospital staff kneel in silence in support of ‘White Coats 4 Black Lives’ movement

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – The healthcare community in Orlando is joining the call for change. More than 100 physicians, nurses, and staff at Nemours Children’s Hospital in Lake Nona took a knee for 8 minutes and 46 seconds on Friday, the same amount of time George Floyd was restrained by his neck by a former Minneapolis police officer.

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Players send video message to NFL about racial inequality

NEW YORK (AP) - Patrick Mahomes, Saquon Barkley and Michael Thomas are among more than a dozen NFL stars who united to send a passionate video message to the league about racial inequality.The 70-second video was released on social media platforms Thursday night and includes Odell Beckham Jr., Deshaun Watson, Ezekiel Elliott, Jamal Adams, Stephon Gilmore and DeAndre Hopkins, among others.Thomas, the New Orleans Saints wide receiver who has led the league in receptions the past two seasons, opens the video with the statement: “It’s been 10 days since George Floyd was brutally murdered.” The players then take turns asking the question, “What if I was George Floyd?"The players then name several of the black men and women who have recently been

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Matt Hancock urges people not to go to Black Lives Matter protests to stop coronavirus spread

Speaking at the Downing Street press briefing on Friday, he said: "Ahead of this weekend, when I know that there are plans for further protests, I want to say something to you as Health Secretary."Like so many, I'm appalled by the death of George Floyd. "And I understand why people are deeply upset.

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Myleene Klass shares horrific racial abuse she suffered growing up

Meghan Markle included.In the aftermath of George Floyd’s death, singer Myleene Klass has shared her experiences with racial abuse growing up in Great Yarmouth in Norfolk. A post shared by myleeneklass (@myleeneklass) on Jun 3, 2020 at 2:52am PDTMyleene began the emotional Instagram post by listing off some of the horrible slurs she has received through the years: ‘Chink. Slit eye.

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Kanye West joins protestors rallying against racial inequality and police brutality

Kanye West marched with protesters rallying against racial inequality and police brutality in his hometown of Chicago, Illinois on Thursday.The rapper, 42, was seen walking in a Justice for George Floyd/CPD out of CPS protest, according to USA Today.Kanye wore a face mask and grey sweatshirt as he joined countless other protestors whom have bandedtogether in response to the death of Floyd, a black man who was killed after a police officer knelt on his neck for over eight minutes.The Stronger rapper has stepped in after the death sparked civil unrest across the country, and has offered to fully pay for the college tuition of Floyd's daughter Gianna.

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Mayor Kenney announces creation of committee addressing structural violence and poverty

FOX 29's Dave Schratwieser reports.

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NBA plotting return to action in July - with all games set to take place at Disney World

The NBA has approved to restart the 2019-20 season as a 22-team format with a "tentative" start date of July 31 - and Disney World is set to be the venue.

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Meghan Markle addresses former high school about death of George Floyd

Britain’s Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle , has spoken about events following the death of George Floyd saying she was sorry that children had to grow up in a world where racism still existed and that current events in the United States were “devastating”.

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Video shows Orange County deputy smashing driver’s window during traffic stop

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Sheriff John Mina has launched an inquiry after a video circulating on social media showed an Orange County deputy smashing a car window during a traffic stop Wednesday.

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Saints' Brees takes first step toward mending relationships

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NBA star Stephen Curry and wife Ayesha take knee as they join Black Lives Matter protest in Oakland

NBA Champion Stephen Curry and wife Ayesha joined the peaceful Black Lives Matter protest in Oakland, California on Thursday.The 32-year-old Golden State Warriors guard and 31-year-old Canadian celebrity cook joined thousands in attendance for a march through the Northern California city.In a show of solidarity Stephen and Ayesha took a knee in the park just a week after George Floyd was killed by police in Minnesota.

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Headlines, op-ed prompt staff protests at NY Times, Inquirer

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NBA Approves 22-Team Plan to Finish the 2019-20 Season at Disney World

After several months on hiatus, the NBA made significant headway in returning to play. On Thursday's board of governors call with league commissioner Adam Silver, the owners approved a plan to finish out the remainder of the 2019-20 season at Disney World in Orlando, where eventually, a champion will be crowned, according to 's Shams Charania. The vote required three-fourths support to pass, and it received a 29-1 vote from owners on the call, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

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'Why I Protest': Amara La Negra on Why She Marches in Solidarity With Black Lives Matter

Amid national outrage over the recent death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man who died at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer, thousands of people have taken the streets to protest demanding justice for Floyd and other black citizens who have died in the hands of police.Dominican-American Amara La Negra (real name: Diana de los Santos) was among the protestors who marched in solidarity with Black Lives Matter in Miami over the weekend. "I have spoken on every single platform possible about injustice, racial issues and colorism issues in my community and in the African American community," the "There's No Way" singer tells Billboard.

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'Another tragedy' -- Dolphins coach knew shooting victim

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Rachel Griffiths apologises for ‘shallow’ post about manicures amid U.S. protests

Rachel Griffiths has apologised for sharing a “shallow” post about manicures amid the anti-racism protests occurring in the U.S.

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Trump praises Boris Johnson over vaccine fight as Transatlantic tensions simmer

Donald Trump today praised Boris Johnson amid the coronavirus pandemic despite simmering Transatlantic tensions over Covid-19 and racism.

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Meghan speaks out on racial divisions in US

LONDON – Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, has shared her sadness about racial divisions in the United States, telling students at her former high school that she felt moved to speak out because the life of George Floyd mattered.

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BTS Proudly Supports Black Lives Matter: We ‘Stand Against Racial Discrimination’ — See Statement

BTS joined the many celebrities and famous faces condemning racism and police brutality with a powerful statement on their Twitter account. In the June 4 tweet, K-Pop band members Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook told their followers, “We stand against racial discrimination. We condemn violence.”

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Dominican star Amara La Negra joins fight against racial injustice and knows ‘united we are stronger’

Amara La Negra has had enough with racism. In a recent video, the Dominican singer, whose real name is Diana Danelys De Los Santos, conveyed her thoughts, feelings and the social paradigms about the systemic racism in the US.

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Steve McQueen dedicates new movies to George Floyd, Black Lives Matter

“12 Years A Slave” director Steve McQueen has dedicated his two movies announced today as part of the Cannes Film Festival lineup to George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter movement.

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Why NBA stars will no longer "shut up and dribble" after the death of George Floyd

From the moment Jaylen Brown said “sport is a mechanism of control in America” back in 2018 he marked himself out as different.

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Comcast CEO: Pandemic, Racial Tension Challenge Society "Like Never Before"

Comcast chairman and CEO Brian Roberts on Wednesday discussed the company's impact from and reaction to the novel coronavirus pandemic and social upheaval following the death of George Floyd.

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