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Suborbital space tourism finally arrives | FCC prepares to run public C-band auction | The big four in the U.S. launch industry — United Launch Alliance, SpaceX, Blue Origin and Northrop Grumman — hope to be one of two providers that will receive five-year contracts later this year to launch national security payloads starting in 2022. | China’s launch rate stays high | The International Space Station is the largest ever crewed object in space.

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The Latest: Great Smoky Mountains National Park...
May 7, 2020
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The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death. TOP OF THE HOUR: —Military member near Trump tests positive for virus. —Japan approves remdesivir for coronavirus treatment. —British await ‘very limited’ easing of restrictions. ___ WASHINGTON — When the Great Smoky Mountains National Park becomes one of the country’s first national parks...

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US won’t seek recall of millions of...
May 7, 2020
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DETROIT (AP) — The U.S. government’s highway safety agency will not force automakers to recall millions of newer Takata air bag inflators, citing industry research that shows the devices are safe. Instead, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Thursday it will keep monitoring the devices and take action if necessary. At least 25 people have been killed worldwide by Takata inflators and more than 300 have been injured. Problems with the companies products touched off the largest string...

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Downtown DC economy operating at 10% of...
May 6, 2020
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As seen through glass, people walk past a coffee shop counter closed in response to the coronavirus outbreak, Wednesday, April 1, 2020, in Washington. The District of Columbia has issued a stay-home order for all residents as the number of positive infections from the new coronavirus continue to rise. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) The Downtown DC Business Improvement District has begun economy tracking during the COVID-19 emergency, and as of April 24, it estimates the downtown D.C. economy is operating...

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Iraqi military says 3 rockets strike near...
May 6, 2020
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BAGHDAD (AP) — Three Katyusha rockets struck near the military sector of the Baghdad airport early on Wednesday but caused no casualties, the Iraqi military said. The attack came hours ahead of an extraordinary parliament session that will vote on the proposed government of the latest prime minister-designate, Mustafa al-Kadhimi. The session is the first to be held since Iraq imposed a nationwide curfew to stem the spread of the coronavirus. Ahead of the Wednesday evening session, parliament seats...

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5 things to know today – that...
May 6, 2020
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Your daily look at nonvirus stories in the news: 1. SUPREME COURT TAKES UP OBAMACARE CASE The justices are hearing a dispute about Trump administration rules that would allow more employers who cite a religious or moral objection to opt out of providing no-cost birth control to women. 2. RUTH BADER GINSBURG HOSPITALIZED The 87-year-old justice underwent a non-surgical treatment for an infection caused by a gallstone but has no plans to miss the court’s arguments by telephone. 3....

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‘It’s disappointing’: Goodwill of Greater Washington to...
May 6, 2020
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toggle audio on and off change volume download audio Goodwill’s Brendan Hurley on the impact of coronavirus. Goodwill of Greater Washington, which closed retail outlets in March due to the coronavirus, is now shuttering all of its 18 regional donation locations because there is no additional room to house the items. The closure is effective Wednesday, May 6 at 5 p.m. Even after renting a 25,000-square-foot warehouse for more storage, the nonprofit said even that space filled up and...

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The Latest: Indy high school to hold...
May 6, 2020
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The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world: ___ Speedway High School will hold this year’s graduation ceremony at the nearby Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Superintendent Kyle Trebley made the announcement on the town’s Facebook page after speedway officials agreed to host the event. The historic 2.5-mile oval just a short stroll from the high school has an estimated 235,000 permanent seats — and more than enough space to safely social distance. Trebley says...

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US infection rate rising outside New York...
May 6, 2020
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Take the New York metropolitan area’s progress against the coronavirus out of the equation and the numbers show the rest of the U.S. is moving in the wrong direction, with the known infection rate rising even as states move to lift their lockdowns, an Associated Press analysis found Tuesday. New confirmed infections per day in the U.S. exceed 20,000, and deaths per day are well over 1,000, according to figures from Johns Hopkins University. And public health officials warn...

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The Latest: Virgin Atlantic to end flights...
May 5, 2020
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The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death. TOP OF THE HOUR: — French President Macron criticized for opening schools next week. — Italy experts warn of second wave after gradual reopening. — British government chief acknowledges early testing shortfall. — 4 new cases in South Korea, China show work on...

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A push for normalcy; industries, nations test...
May 5, 2020
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The outbreak of the coronavirus has dealt a shock to the global economy with unprecedented speed. Following are developments Tuesday related to the global economy, the work place and the spread of the virus. ________________________ ARE WE THERE YET?: Decisions about when it’s safe to reopen businesses have created fissures at the federal and state level, but that movement has already begun in dozens of states and across several industries. — The owner of Outback Steakhouse and other national...

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In shortened season, stars still had chance...
May 5, 2020
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The season began with Fernandomania and ended with a classic World Series matchup between the Dodgers and Yankees. Mike Schmidt slugged his way to a second consecutive MVP, and Nolan Ryan pitched another no-hitter. But perhaps the best way to describe baseball in 1981 is by recounting Pete Rose’s pursuit of the National League’s career hits record. He tied the mark in June, then had to wait until August to break it — because a strike shut down the...

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Smithfield temporarily shuts pork plant due to...
April 9, 2020
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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — A Smithfield Foods pork processing plant in South Dakota will temporarily close for cleaning after more than 80 employees were confirmed to have the coronavirus, the company announced Thursday. Smithfield Foods plans to suspend operations in a large section of the Sioux Falls plant on Saturday, then completely close on Sunday and Monday. The Virginia-based company said it will sanitize the plant and install physical barriers to “enhance social distancing.” South Dakota health officials...

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Coronavirus FAQ: What you need to know
March 30, 2020
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CLICK TO EXPAND: Coronavirus 2019-nCoV symptoms. (Getty Images) The global coronavirus outbreak that first emerged in Wuhan, China, late last year is changing life in the D.C. area. The leaders of the District, Maryland and Virginia have all declared states of emergency and announced several other actions to curb the spread of the disease, such as prohibiting large gatherings of people and closing bars, restaurants, theaters and gyms. Globally, more than 740,000 people have been infected with the virus...

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Dubai Expo 2020 recommends postponing a year...
March 30, 2020
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Dubai’s Expo 2020 should be postponed to next year over the new coronavirus pandemic, local organizers recommended Monday, pushing back a world’s fair that the sheikhdom has bet billions of dollars on to rejuvenate its troubled economy. The ultimate decision over the event will be made by Paris-based Bureau International des Expositions, which had awarded the fair to this skyscraper-studded city in 2014. That helped boost Dubai’s crucial real-estate market and had officials...

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California prepares for coronavirus surge in week...
March 30, 2020
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — The mayor of the nation’s second-largest city warned that the coronavirus may become so pervasive, families ought to prepare for how they will isolate themselves at home without infecting others in their households. Anticipating a surge in COVID-19 cases this week that may overwhelm healthcare systems, Mayor Eric Garcetti urged people who test positive for the coronavirus not to rush to hospitals unless they have serious symptoms. Instead, he asked the city’s 4 million residents...

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