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Family of black man George Floyd says firing of four cops is a start and calls for their prosecution

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The heartbroken family of black man George Floyd have called for cops to be charged with murder after four were fired over the video of a white officer kneeling on his neck during his arrest. Two of George Floyd’s cousins said the firing of the officers was just ‘a start’ after watching footage of the … Read more

Brazilian president slammed by congress after firing the health minister amidst COVID-19 crisis

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Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is being heavily criticized after firing Health Minister Luiz Henrique Mandetta on Thursday, just a week after he initially contemplated dismissing him.  The far-right leader clashed often with the health expert’s assessment over how the silent yet ravaging coronavirus pandemic should be dealt with.  Bolsonaro offered a dismissive tone toward Mandetta’s … Read more