Tragedy Hoaxes Across the Web Spark Debate and Grief
The piece critiques conspiracy theories about real tragedies like Sandy Hook and Alison Parker, notes blogs that dissect victims’ photos, and discusses online harassment, legal protections, and how platforms handle false claims. It highlights the harm to grieving families and cites HONR.com as a support effort for families.
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Brighter days may be beyond Brazil's troubled Olympics
Washington column assesses Rio 2016 progress after a rough build up. It notes myriad oddities from capybara at golf courses to security strains and political chants while praising Brazil's ability to host. The piece weighs cultural veneer versus reality and predicts potential post games momentum.
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Mary Anastasia O’grady
Wall Street Journal
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Atlantic Council
Charles de Gaulle
History Today: August 12 highlights from world events
On August 12 in history, events span 1939 Oz premiere in Wisconsin to 2015 Islamic State killing imagery. Notable moments include Johnson's impeachment in 1867, US hydrogen bomb test in 1953, Echo 1 launch in 1960, JAL disaster in 1985, Woodstock 1994, and health care ruling shifts in 2011. The quote by Henry Ward Beecher closes the item.
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Pavel Popovich
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White House
George W. Bush
Middle East
11Th Circuit Court of Appeals
Atlanta
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U.S. Supreme Court
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