One of Canada's deadliest mass shootings
A gunman’s rampage in Canada left 18 dead. Hundreds gathered to protest coronavirus stay-at-home restrictions. And millions are still waiting on coronavirus relief checks.
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‘Senseless acts of violence’ left 18 dead
In one of Canada's worst mass shootings, a gunman disguised as a police officer went on a 12-hour killing spree across the Canadian province of Nova Scotia over the weekend, leaving at least 18 people dead. The suspected shooter, who I will not name in The Short List, is also dead. He donned a police uniform and drove around in what appeared to be a police cruiser as he set fires to homes and went on a gun rampage. Among the victims was a police officer, who was a mother of two and a 23-year veteran of the force, two health care workers and a teacher.
Hundreds protest coronavirus lockdowns across the country
Protests are springing up in cities and state capitals around the country as activists urge governors to ease stay-at-home restrictions put in place to combat the coronavirus. Hundreds of protesters, many ignoring social distancing rules, rallied at the Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg on Monday. In Denver on Sunday, health care workers in scrubs and face masks blocked a parade of protesters who gathered outside Colorado’s Capitol.
New York state begins antibody testing
New York kicked off a large-scale antibody testing program to determine what percentage of the population has contracted the coronavirus in advance of reviving the state's economy. A total of 3,000 people will be randomly selected for testing this week to determine whether their bodies have built up an immunity.
How low can oil go?
Oil prices plunged below zero for the first time ever on Monday, signifying an abrupt decline in global demand for oil amid the coronavirus pandemic. Does this mean lower gas prices for you in the future? Probably — but don't expect to get paid to fill up your tank.
Give it to me straight
The U.S. coronavirus death toll rose by almost 2,000 to surpass 40,000, according to John Hopkins, as the number of worldwide cases approached 2.5 million.
What everyone’s talking about
- The IRS warns retirees about coronavirus check scams. Here's what you need to know.
- Peter Beard, a famed American artist and photographer who went missing nearly three weeks ago, was confirmed dead.
- Who knew Elton John loves basketball? What we found out about celebs at home and their homes thanks to "One World."
- Kelly Ripa says she's been using her daughter's self-tanner as a makeup hack.
- The U.S. Postal Service is in trouble. What does that mean for FedEx?
Three dead as severe storms and tornadoes lash the South
One week after the deadliest tornado outbreak in six years battered the South, residents were hit by another round of storms and tornadoes, leaving tens of thousands without power. Severe weather hit Florida on Monday after storms and tornadoes lashed a wide area of the South on Sunday. A suspected tornado overturned a mobile home in Alabama late Sunday, killing one person. A suspected twister resulted in one death in Mississippi. And lightning caused a fire that killed a person in Georgia. The Storm Prediction Center received more than 250 reports of possible tornadoes, high winds, hail and storm damage from Texas to Georgia since Sunday.
Basketball, drugs, Chicago Bulls
Move aside, "Tiger King." The reign of "The Last Dance" has begun. The epic series documenting the rise and dominance of Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls premiered Sunday, and the interwebs collectively freaked out. Among the moments everyone is talking about: Jordan recalled a drug-fueled Chicago Bulls party and addressed the team being called a “traveling cocaine circus.” Former President Barack Obama was introduced as ... a “former Chicago resident.” And Scottie Pippen didn't get the respect he deserved.
- Can't get enough? Recap the first episodes of "The Last Dance" with former NBA All-Star B.J. Armstrong and the Paste BN sports team.
Real quick
- The New England Patriots used Patriot Day to unveil their 2020 jerseys. And here they are.
- "It's carnage": Crematoriums run around the clock to meet demand during the coronavirus pandemic.
- Antibody tests could be key to reopening the country. Here's how they work.
- Unbearable loss: One Alabama family, 3 dead, 9 positive tests of coronavirus.
- 32 things we've learned heading into the 2020 NFL draft. (P.S. It's Thursday night)
Small businesses sue big banks over handling of relief funds
Two companies filed a class-action lawsuit against JPMorgan Chase bank alleging unfair business practices toward some small businesses that applied for coronavirus-related loans. The suit alleges that Chase Bank unfairly prioritized businesses seeking large loans rather than processing the government-sponsored loan applications on a first-come, first-serve basis. The move meant that Chase and other big banks would receive billions more dollars in processing fees, according to the lawsuit. The legal action is one in a series of lawsuits lodged by small businesses against big banks such as Wells Fargo, Bank of America and Bancorp.
A break from the news
- It's 4/20 ... and marijuana's having a big moment.
- Speaking of weed, these are the best stoner movies and TV shows.
- Mother's Day is coming! 14 gifts for moms who don’t want more stuff.
This is a compilation of stories from across the Paste BN Network.