4 Killed in Shooting at a Southern California Office Building

By Louis Keene, Neil Vigdor and Jacey Fortin from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3sCgKiW

If You Care About Privacy, It’s Time to Try a New Web Browser

By Brian X. Chen from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/3uijse5

Delta and Coca-Cola Reverse Course on Georgia Voting Law, Stating ‘Crystal Clear’ Opposition

By David Gelles from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/3doS4Eb

'Child among four dead' in shooting at office building in Orange, California

Police say the suspect was shot and wounded and the situation has now been "stabilised".

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Covid vaccine manufacturers should work with poorer countries, says WTO chief

WTO head Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala says the AstraZeneca deal with India is a good example.

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Takeaways from the third day of the Derek Chauvin trial.

By Will Wright from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3sK5ukw

As Cuomo Sought $4 Million Book Deal, Aides Hid Damaging Death Toll

By Jesse McKinley, Danny Hakim and Alexandra Alter from NYT New York https://nyti.ms/2R00oTz

Man Arrested in Anti-Asian Attack Was on Parole for Killing His Mother

By Michael Gold and Jonah E. Bromwich from NYT New York https://nyti.ms/31zmVs3

I Spent My Life Consenting to Touch I Didn’t Want

By Melissa Febos from NYT Magazine https://nyti.ms/2PszYJr

Biden Details $2 Trillion Plan to Rebuild Infrastructure and Reshape the Economy

By Jim Tankersley from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/3m89JUw

Hunter Biden’s Memoir: 7 Takeaways From ‘Beautiful Things’

By Elisabeth Egan from NYT Books https://nyti.ms/3whMfRB

Lil Nas X, Clapback Champ

By Jon Caramanica from NYT Arts https://nyti.ms/3ucUrRe

Hong Kong: Media mogul Jimmy Lai found guilty over 2019 mass protests

The Apple Daily founder is among seven people found guilty of unauthorised assembly in 2019 protests.

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Brazil: More than 60,000 people died of Covid-19 in March

Despite the rising cases, President Bolsonaro urges local governors to ease lockdown measures.

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Runway dining at $540 a meal proving hit in Japan

Japan's biggest airline is making the most of grounded planes while Australian carriers are cutting prices.

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Facebook bans 'voice of Trump' from platform

An interview with the ex-president was posted by his daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, on Facebook.

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George Floyd: What witnesses have said in the Chauvin trial

Witnesses in Minneapolis have given emotional testimony about being at the scene of Mr Floyd's arrest.

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Tiger Woods crash: Los Angeles police determine the cause of golfer's car accident

The details of what caused Tiger Woods' car crash will only be released if the 15-time major winner gives permission for police to share their findings.

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Covid: Brisbane lockdown to end ahead of Easter weekend

The Australian city of two million residents has seen a low infection rate, but concerns remain.

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Inside the lives of Asian massage workers: 'How can we not be scared?'

Asian female massage workers in the US speak up about the stigma surrounding their profession.

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Germany and Namibia: What's the right price to pay for genocide?

Germany is set to apologise to Namibia for a genocide more than 100 years ago - and to pay an as yet unknown amount of money.

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How satellite images are helping one country hand out cash

Togo has found a new way to send emergency cash to people struggling in the pandemic.

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Why I bought the Lil Nas X 'Satan Shoes'

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Why Narendra Modi's visit to Bangladesh led to 12 deaths

The Indian PM's visit to Bangladesh turned deadly last week as violent protests erupted on his arrival.

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Indonesia crash: Sriwijaya Air plane's voice recorder recovered

The "black box" could explain why the Sriwijaya Air jet crashed into the sea in January.

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Terrace House: Japan man fined $80 over Netflix star's suicide

Before she died, Hana Kimura had written social media posts implying she was cyberbullied.

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Chauvin trial: 'I called police on the police'

The prosecution called several witnesses - some becoming emotional - on day two of the proceedings.

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Nashville floods kill four people

The storms in Tennessee required 100 people to be rescued from vehicles and buildings.

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She’s Vaccinated. He Isn’t. Now What?

By Sarah Maslin Nir from NYT New York https://nyti.ms/39uLMSq

Chinese-owned Volvo takes on Sweden's family values

The carmaker will offer a generous paid parental leave scheme to its 40,000 employees globally.

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¿Tendrá el Perú su primera presidenta progresista o volverá atrás?

By Gabriela Wiener from NYT en Español https://nyti.ms/3rE61Dc

Biden Names Diverse Nominees for the Federal Bench

By Carl Hulse and Michael D. Shear from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3rwWn5q

G. Gordon Liddy, Mastermind Behind Watergate Burglary, Dies at 90

By Robert D. McFadden from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3udxfT9

‘It Felt Like Deception’: An Elite NYC Hospital Charges Huge Virus Test Fees

By Sarah Kliff from NYT The Upshot https://nyti.ms/3fs0Ofk

The SpaceX Test Rocket for Mars Goes Up Again, and Explodes Again

By Kenneth Chang from NYT Science https://nyti.ms/39vHpXb

A Billionaire Names His Team to Ride SpaceX, No Pros Allowed

By Kenneth Chang from NYT Science https://nyti.ms/3dk7Hgj

Brutal Attack on Filipino Woman Sparks Outrage: ‘Everybody Is on Edge’

By Nicole Hong, Juliana Kim, Ali Watkins and Ashley Southall from NYT New York https://nyti.ms/3cEmPGe

Watergate mastermind G Gordon Liddy dies aged 90

G Gordon Liddy served nearly five years in jail for his role in the scandal that toppled President Nixon.

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Google Maps to start showing eco-friendly routes

The driving app will highlight journeys with lowest emissions based on factors such as traffic.

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Covid: Australia falls 85% short of vaccine delivery goal

The slow rollout sparks concern as Brisbane faces a possible extension of a citywide lockdown.

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Biden's dog Major bites again at White House

Major had been sent to Delaware for training after nipping a White House employee earlier this month.

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Takeaways from the second day of the Derek Chauvin trial.

By Will Wright from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3u8XLNn

A few frequent flyers 'dominate air travel'

A small minority of frequent flyers dominates air travel in countries with high aviation emissions.

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The cost of speaking up against China

Uyghurs abroad describe a pattern of harassment and intimidation they say is designed to silence them.

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Beware the return of the Iberian wolf, say Spain's farmers

A plan to ban hunting of wolves in north-west Spain worries farmers but is hailed by conservationists.

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China sets sights on Middle East with Iran co-operation deal

The strategic accord will help expand Chinese influence in the region and challenge US dominance.

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Suez Canal: Ships begin sailing through cleared waterway

Authorities hope to clear the backlog of vessels waiting to use the vital trade route within days.

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New world news from Time: The U.S. Suspends a Major Trade Deal With Myanmar as It Steps Up Penalties for the Coup

WASHINGTON — The United States on Monday suspended a trade deal with Myanmar until a democratic government is restored in the Southeast Asian country after a Feb. 1 coup followed by a violent crackdown on protests.

The military overthrew the elected government, jailed Aung San Suu Kyi and other civilian leaders and has killed and imprisoned protesters in the country also known as Burma.

“The United States supports the people of Burma in their efforts to restore a democratically elected government,” U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai said in a statement. “The United States strongly condemns the Burmese security forces’ brutal violence against civilians. The killing of peaceful protestors, students, workers, labor leaders, medics, and children has shocked the conscience of the international community.”

Tai’s office said the United States was immediately suspending “all U.S. engagement with Burma under the 2013 Trade and Investment Framework Agreement.” Under the agreement, the two countries cooperated on trade and investment issues in an effort to integrate Myanmar into the global economy, a reward for the military’s decision to allow a return to democracy — a transition that ended abruptly with last month’s coup.

Tai’s announcement Monday doesn’t stop trade between the two countries.

But the United States is separately imposing economic sanctions on Myanmar. In response to the military takeover, for instance, the United States and the United Kingdom had earlier imposed sanctions on two conglomerates controlled by Myanmar’s military, Myanmar Economic Holdings Ltd. and Myanmar Economic Corp.

White House press secretary Jen Psaki noted that the U.S. has also slapped export controls on Burma and added several Burmese businesses to a trade blacklist. “We, of course, continue to work with our allies and partners and like-minded institutions, as we condemn the actions of the military, call for the immediate restoration of democracy, and hold those who seize power accountable,” she said.

Two-way trade between the two countries doesn’t amount to much: Myanmar last year was the United States’ 84th biggest partner in the trade of goods such as automobiles and machinery. U.S. goods exports to Burma came to just $338 million; imports to $1 billion.

But the U.S. and other wealthy nations are major importers of garments and other household items from Myanmar factories, mostly owned by companies from other countries, that have led the modernization of the impoverished country’s economy, helping provide millions of jobs.

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Associated Press writer Josh Boak contributed to this report.

Inauguration poet Amanda Gorman: 'My life changed in six minutes'

Amanda Gorman became the youngest inaugural poet when she recited The Hill We Climb.

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Biden pushes governors to reinstate mask mandates, as the C.D.C. director warns of ‘impending doom.’

By Sharon LaFraniere and Sheryl Gay Stolberg from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3wasXgS

‘There’s just a sense of entitlement’: Hawaiians worry about a flood of heedless tourists.

By Melina Delkic from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3deYXbi

Nearly 200 Baby Tortoises Are Seized at Galápagos Airport

By Johnny Diaz from NYT Climate https://nyti.ms/31vKQJ4

Covid: Brazil ministers replaced in major cabinet reshuffle

President Bolsonaro has seen his popularity plummet amid criticism of his handling of the pandemic.

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New York expands vaccine eligibility to those 30 and older on Tuesday, and all adults on April 6, the governor says.

By Michael Gold from NYT New York https://nyti.ms/3cx8WJO

The Biden administration makes a swath of ocean between New York and New Jersey an offshore wind zone.

By Lisa Friedman and Brad Plumer from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2QF79K3

Action Bronson, Eater by Trade, Finds a New Craving: Fitness

By Jon Caramanica from NYT Food https://nyti.ms/3rxZlXl

‘Is This Patriot Enough?’: Asian-American Veteran Reveals Scars as He Calls Out Bias

By Neil Vigdor from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2QLQHI1

Getting to Yes: A Nursing Home’s Mission to Vaccinate Its Hesitant Staff

By Abby Goodnough and Kenny Holston from NYT Health https://nyti.ms/39rjWq6

Scholastic Halts Distribution of Book by ‘Captain Underpants’ Author

By Christina Morales from NYT Books https://nyti.ms/39ssOf3

Covid-19: World leaders call for international pandemic treaty

Boris Johnson and more than 20 other leaders say another health crisis is a matter of "not if, but when".

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Takeaways from the first day of the Derek Chauvin trial.

By Will Wright from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3w7Mi2m

Biden pushes governors to reinstate mask mandates, as the C.D.C. director warns of ‘impending doom.’

By Sharon LaFraniere and Sheryl Gay Stolberg from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2PaUBKk

Lady Gaga dog walker Ryan Fischer 'had to have part of his lung removed'

Ryan Fischer was shot in the chest as he walked the star's three French bulldogs in February.

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Nike sues over 'Satan Shoes' with human blood

Nike sues an art collective over its 'Satan Shoes', produced in collaboration with rapper Lil Nas X.

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Hong Kong: China to pass 'patriot' electoral reforms

The changes aim to only have "patriots" in office in Hong Kong but critics warn it will stifle dissent.

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George Floyd: Americans react to Day One of the Chauvin trial

A black political hopeful, a Minnesota resident and a retired officer share their thoughts.

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Photographing the "endless diversity" of America by streetlight

Photographer Daniel Freeman travelled across the US to capture striking night-time shots.

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Hong Kong: What is China's 'patriot' plan for electoral reform?

Aiming to tighten control over Hong Kong, China wants only "patriots" to run for office.

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Trump’s former pandemic coordinator suggests that a restrained response may have cost hundreds of thousands of lives.

By Sheryl Gay Stolberg from NYT World https://nyti.ms/3w8RCTd

George Floyd: Derek Chauvin trial begins as family demands justice

Derek Chauvin, the white policeman accused of killing George Floyd in May last year, goes on trial.

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Suez canal: Stuck Ever Given container ship partially freed from shoreline

The stranded Ever Given has been partly moved but efforts to fully refloat it will continue later.

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The Ever Given is partially afloat and almost free, raising hopes traffic can soon resume.

By Vivian Yee and Marc Santora from NYT World https://nyti.ms/3dccEru

India Covid-19: PM Modi 'did not consult' before lockdown

A BBC investigation finds that key ministries and states were not consulted ahead of the Covid lockdown.

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The Ever Given is partially afloat and almost free, raising hopes traffic can soon resume.

By Vivian Yee and Marc Santora from NYT World https://nyti.ms/3rxinNJ

Czech Billionaire Is Among 5 Killed in Heli-Skiing Crash Near Alaska Glacier

By Neil Vigdor and Livia Albeck-Ripka from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2QO9P8o

Australia PM shifts rape-accused minister in cabinet reshuffle

Christian Porter - who denies rape - is no longer attorney general but will remain in the cabinet.

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Trump’s former pandemic coordinator suggests restrained response may have cost hundreds of thousands of lives.

By Sheryl Gay Stolberg from NYT World https://nyti.ms/2PgPV5l

Ever Given: Stranded Suez container ship reported freed

Huge container ship blocking Suez Canal for a week now reported to be afloat.

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Explosion Rocks Indonesian Church Compound on Palm Sunday

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His Plane Crashed in the Amazon. Then Came the Hard Part.

By Manuela Andreoni from NYT World https://nyti.ms/2PHjlty

Cases in Florida, a national Covid bellwether, are rising — especially among younger people.

By Apoorva Mandavilli from NYT World https://nyti.ms/31yT1nL

Billions (Yes, Billions) of Cicadas Soon to Emerge From Underground

By Jesus Jiménez from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2PAVsUr

These Shoes Contain a Drop of Human Blood. Nike Does Not Approve.

By Bryan Pietsch from NYT Style https://nyti.ms/3fnFNSY

U.S. Men Fail to Qualify for Olympic Soccer Tournament

By Andrew Das from NYT Sports https://nyti.ms/3duCCXp

On ‘S.N.L.’, Maya Rudolph Hosts a Unity Seder as Kamala Harris

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New world news from Time: The Huge Cargo Ship Blocking the Suez Canal Is Now Afloat, Maritime Company Says

Salvage teams freed the Ever Given in the Suez Canal, according to maritime services provider Inchcape, almost a week after the giant vessel ran aground in one of the world’s most important trade paths.

While the ship is floating again, it wasn’t immediately clear how soon the waterway would be open to traffic, or how long it will take to clear the logjam of more than 450 ships stuck, waiting and en route to the Suez that have identified it as their next destination.

The backlog is one more strain for global supply chains already stretched by the pandemic as the canal is a conduit for about 12% of global trade. Some ships have already opted for the long and expensive trip around the southern tip of Africa instead of Suez.

The breakthrough in the rescue attempt came after diggers removed 27,000 cubic meters of sand, going deep into the banks of the canal.

Indonesia fire: Massive blaze erupts at oil refinery

Several have been injured and hundreds evacuated to safety from the blaze in West Java province.

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The Netflix show putting the spotlight on menopause

The new Netflix show Bombay Begums puts the spotlight on menopause, but why aren't we talking about it?

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Brisbane lockdown: Australian city to shut down over seven cases

The Australian city of about two million people is to enter a snap three-day lockdown.

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George Floyd: When does Derek Chauvin's trial start?

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'It is so easy to choose what voluntary work to do'

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The lost letters that found New York drag scene's secret trailblazers

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Makassar explosion: Worshippers wounded in Indonesian church bombing

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Why the internet loves the Suez Canal stuck ship saga.

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‘A Very Big Problem.’ Giant Ship in the Suez Remains Stuck.

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China, With $400 Billion Iran Deal, Could Deepen Influence in Mideast

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A Collapse Foretold: How Brazil’s Covid-19 Outbreak Overwhelmed Hospitals

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2 Killed, One of Them by Police, in ‘Chaotic Night’ in Virginia Beach

By Mike Ives from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3lZYyNy