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April 23, 2018

Princes Friends Fiercely Guarded His Privacy, Complicating Overdose Investigation

https://www.nytimes.com/2018/04/20/arts/prince-overdose-investigation.html?smid=tw-nytimes&smtyp=cur

From the article:

The paramedics who had met the jet on the tarmac in Moline Ill., recalled a surreal scene: At first, they believed the near-lifeless body being carried down the steps was that of an old woman, given the glittery gold clothing and shoes.
April 23, 2018

6m pledge for children of alcoholics

http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-43861391

Great idea. Wish we could try it here in the States.

From the article:



The government has announced £6m of funding to help children with alcoholic parents.

Plans include fast access to mental health services for children - and programmes to treat parents' addiction.
April 23, 2018

Climate change: Michael Bloomberg offers $4.5m for Paris deal

http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-43860590

From the article:

Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg says he will pay $4.5m (£3.2m) to cover the lapsed US financial commitment to the Paris climate accord.

He said he had a responsibility to help improve the environment because of President Donald Trump's decision to pull out of the deal.

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