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Gaming Is Facing Fresh Allegations of Sexism. One GamerGate Survivor Has Advice for Women Coming Forward.

‘We’re hemorrhaging women because of this behavior’

How China Turned the Pandemic and Protests Into Propaganda Opportunities

China’s state media have been using the pandemic and U.S. protests sparked by the killing of George Floyd to rally its citizens at home, as Beijing’s relationships around the world grow…

Opinion | Homicide in Seattle’s No-Cop Zone

The ‘summer of love’ turns into ‘mayhem beyond mayhem.’

26-Room Berkshires Estate in Massachusetts Hits Market for $5.9 Million

The property spans nearly 12,000 square feet and has a separate guest residence

Worldwise: Casa Dragones Tequila Cofounder Bertha Gonzalez Nieves’ Favorite Things to Do in Lockdown

The brand is donating a portion of sales to help bartenders and restaurant workers during the pandemic

Alaska Was Expecting a Record 1.4 Million Cruise Visitors. Now It Faces a Summer With None.

Some tourist-centric businesses in Alaska are preparing to go 18 months without any revenue as the coronavirus cancels this summer’s cruise season.

What Financial Advisers Have Been Doing With Their Clients’ Money Since the Pandemic Started

41% percent of advisers said they’ve been increasing their clients’ equity exposure, a new survey found.

Nintendo Stock Has Been a Standout, but It Needs a Second Act

Next-generation consoles from rivals Microsoft and Sony are coming later this year and Nintendo’s new-game development has been hurt because of staff working from home.

CarMax and AutoNation Could Buy Rental Cars. That’s Good for Them, Not Hertz.

Sales of roughly 150,000 of the company’s used cars—nearly one-third of its fleet—would raise about $3 billion in cash. But that $3 billion of cash wouldn’t go directly to Hertz’s operating company.

Southwest Airlines May Have Just Started a Fare War

Price competition on leisure travel will make it tougher for airlines to turn a profit.

Coconut Adds a Tropical Touch to This Summer Berry Crisp

The season’s unfussy dessert gets even more irresistible.

Dieter Schorner, Acclaimed Pastry Chef Who Revived Creme Brulee, Dies at 83

He worked at some of the world’s most elegant restaurants, operated a popular cafe in Washington and was an influential teacher at the Culinary Institute of America.

The Morning Ledger: Companies Spell Out the Cost of Staying Open During the Pandemic

How a Small Charity Pivoted to Get Food to Those Hit by Covid Shutdowns

Food Runners, and other nonprofits, quickly shifted strategy to help those hit by coronavirus disruptions.