skynewsus--2020-08-28--Who is the teen accused of shooting three men at Jacob Blake protests?

An American teenager is to face a judge after being charged with the deaths of two men during protests over the police shooting of black man Jacob Blake .
Kyle Rittenhouse is accused of killing Joseph Rosenbaum , 36 , of Kenosha , Wisconsin , and Anthony Huber , 26 , of Silver Lakes , during protests in Kenosha against racism and police brutality on Tuesday night .
The 17-year-old is also accused of the attempted killing of Gaige Grosskreutz , 26 , of West Allis , northwest of Kenosha , who is recovering after surgery .
Rittenhouse is facing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ homicide , first-degree reckless homicide , and possession of a dangerous weapon by a minor .
The white teenager was arrested the day after the shootings at his mother 's home in Antioch , Illinois and now faces a mandatory life sentence as anyone 17 or over is treated as an adult in Wisconsin .
He was armed during the protest with a semi-automatic rifle as he walked the streets with other armed civilians at the protests in a state where people 18 and over can legally carry a gun without a licence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ show he has had a fascination with the police for years , with posts honouring officers killed on duty and supporting the 'Blue Lives Matter ' campaign , which is often in opposition to the Black Lives Matter campaign .
Grayslake Police Department in Illinois said he is a former member of a local police cadet programme and he is pictured in full police uniform .
Guns also appear on his pages , with photos of him posing with weapons , assembling an assault rifle and practising target shooting .
He also appears @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with video showing him in the front row at a rally for the president 's re-election campaign , while his Instagram profile read `` Trump 2020 '' .
How did he get involved in the Kenosha protests ?
Multiple threads on Facebook and Reddit were urging militias and other armed people to head to the protests , researchers at the Atlantic Council 's Digital Forensic Research Lab said on Wednesday .
A video director for the conservative website The Daily Caller , said he interviewed Rittenhouse before the shooting .
The journalist posted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ man , standing in front of a boarded-up car dealership in Kenosha , said : `` Our job is to protect this business .
`` And part of my job is to also help people .
`` If there is somebody hurt , I 'm running into harm 's way .
That 's why I have my rifle - because I can protect myself , obviously .
But I also have my med kit . ''
What happened during the protests ?
Questions have been raised after video footage showed , and witnesses @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and left the scene with a rifle over his shoulder and his hands in the air as members of the public shouted he had shot people and called for his arrest .
The county sheriff said the scene was very chaotic , while video from before the shooting showed police throwing bottled water out of an armoured vehicle to armed civilians and thanking them - one of them appears to be Rittenhouse .
Prosecutors said Rittenhouse is the armed man in another video who is seen chasing people as he shouted he had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the man then trips and shoots a man from the ground , who falls and does not get up , then shoots another man .
Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes described Rittenhouse as a vigilante accountable to nobody and said the fact he and others came to Kenosha to take matters into their own hands `` was completely horrifying '' .
Rittenhouse 's lawyer , Lin Wood , said he was acting in self-defence .
`` From my standpoint , it 's important that the message be clear to other Americans who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ resources available in the event false charges are brought against them .
`` Americans should never be deterred from exercising their right of self-defence . ''

An American teenager is to face a judge after being charged with the deaths of two men during protests over the police shooting of black man Jacob Blake.
Kyle Rittenhouse is accused of killing Joseph Rosenbaum, 36, of Kenosha, Wisconsin, and Anthony Huber, 26, of Silver Lakes, during protests in Kenosha against racism and police brutality on Tuesday night.
The 17-year-old is also accused of the attempted killing of Gaige Grosskreutz, 26, of West Allis, northwest of Kenosha, who is recovering after surgery.
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player 1:01 Kyle Rittenhouse was filmed as he 'protected' the car dealership
Rittenhouse is facing five felony charges, including first-degree intentional homicide, first-degree reckless homicide, and possession of a dangerous weapon by a minor.
The white teenager was arrested the day after the shootings at his mother's home in Antioch, Illinois and now faces a mandatory life sentence as anyone 17 or over is treated as an adult in Wisconsin.
He was armed during the protest with a semi-automatic rifle as he walked the streets with other armed civilians at the protests in a state where people 18 and over can legally carry a gun without a licence.
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player 1:22 Footage showing the shooting was shared on social media
Trump, the police and guns
The teenager's social media profiles show he has had a fascination with the police for years, with posts honouring officers killed on duty and supporting the 'Blue Lives Matter' campaign, which is often in opposition to the Black Lives Matter campaign.
Grayslake Police Department in Illinois said he is a former member of a local police cadet programme and he is pictured in full police uniform.
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Guns also appear on his pages, with photos of him posing with weapons, assembling an assault rifle and practising target shooting.
He also appears to be a Donald Trump supporter, with video showing him in the front row at a rally for the president's re-election campaign, while his Instagram profile read "Trump 2020".
Image: Kyle Rittenhouse is allegedly the man in this picture shooting a protester. Pic: Brendan Gutenschwager/Reuters
How did he get involved in the Kenosha protests?
Multiple threads on Facebook and Reddit were urging militias and other armed people to head to the protests, researchers at the Atlantic Council's Digital Forensic Research Lab said on Wednesday.
A video director for the conservative website The Daily Caller, said he interviewed Rittenhouse before the shooting.
The journalist posted a clip in which the armed young man, standing in front of a boarded-up car dealership in Kenosha, said: "Our job is to protect this business.
"And part of my job is to also help people.
"If there is somebody hurt, I'm running into harm's way. That's why I have my rifle - because I can protect myself, obviously. But I also have my med kit."
Image: Kyle Rittenhouse running with an assault rifle
What happened during the protests?
Questions have been raised after video footage showed, and witnesses said, that Rittenhouse walked past officers and left the scene with a rifle over his shoulder and his hands in the air as members of the public shouted he had shot people and called for his arrest.
The county sheriff said the scene was very chaotic, while video from before the shooting showed police throwing bottled water out of an armoured vehicle to armed civilians and thanking them - one of them appears to be Rittenhouse.
Image: Officer Rusten Sheskey shot Jacob Blake in the back seven times
Prosecutors said Rittenhouse is the armed man in another video who is seen chasing people as he shouted he had just shot someone.
In the video, the man then trips and shoots a man from the ground, who falls and does not get up, then shoots another man.
Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes described Rittenhouse as a vigilante accountable to nobody and said the fact he and others came to Kenosha to take matters into their own hands "was completely horrifying".
Rittenhouse's lawyer, Lin Wood, said he was acting in self-defence.
"From my standpoint, it's important that the message be clear to other Americans who are attacked that there will be legal resources available in the event false charges are brought against them.
"Americans should never be deterred from exercising their right of self-defence."


skynewsus--2020-08-28--Tesla driver on 'autopilot' crashes into police car while watching film

A Tesla driver crashed into a police car after allegedly watching a film while his vehicle was on autopilot .
A North Carolina state trooper and a Nash County deputy said it happened while they were responding to a previous crash on Highway 64 .
Devainder Goli 's car hit the deputy 's vehicle first , according to local media .
That vehicle then hit the trooper 's car , pushing both officers to the ground , police said .
Fortunately , no one was hurt .
Mr Goli , from the state 's capital city , Raleigh , has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a vehicle and violating the move-over law .
He is reported be a doctor working in emergency medicine .
Tesla says its autopilot system is designed to `` assist you with the most burdensome parts of driving '' .
It adds on its website that the software `` enables your car to steer , accelerate and brake automatically within its lane '' .
But it warns that it `` requires active driver supervision '' and does not make the car autonomous .
The company 's chief executive Elon Musk said last month that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to developing a completely autonomous driving system , the basics of which he is confident will be completed this year .
For now , however , the autopilot feature is only intended for driver assistance and a driver must be ready to intervene at all times , the manufacturer says .
Earlier this year , Tesla was criticised for a lack of safeguards in its autopilot system , following a fatal crash in California .
Apple engineer Walter Huang died when his self-driving Tesla Model X hit a concrete barrier near Mountain View @ @ @ @ @ @ @ incident last month , when authorities in Arizona said a man from California was driving a Tesla on autopilot when it hit a state trooper 's SUV on the side of a road and pushed it into an ambulance .
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has begun investigations into more than a dozen Tesla crashes dating back to at least 2016 - when it believes autopilot was in use .

A Tesla driver crashed into a police car after allegedly watching a film while his vehicle was on autopilot.
A North Carolina state trooper and a Nash County deputy said it happened while they were responding to a previous crash on Highway 64.
Devainder Goli's car hit the deputy's vehicle first, according to local media. That vehicle then hit the trooper's car, pushing both officers to the ground, police said.
Fortunately, no one was hurt.
Image: Tesla says autopilot mode requires 'active driver supervision'. File pic
Mr Goli, from the state's capital city, Raleigh, has been charged with watching television while operating a vehicle and violating the move-over law.
He is reported to be a doctor working in emergency medicine.
Tesla says its autopilot system is designed to "assist you with the most burdensome parts of driving".
It adds on its website that the software "enables your car to steer, accelerate and brake automatically within its lane".
But it warns that it "requires active driver supervision" and does not make the car autonomous.
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The company's chief executive Elon Musk said last month that its engineers were "very close" to developing a completely autonomous driving system, the basics of which he is confident will be completed this year.
For now, however, the autopilot feature is only intended for driver assistance and a driver must be ready to intervene at all times, the manufacturer says.
Image: Apple engineer Walter Huang died when his Tesla hit a concrete barrier in March 2018. Pic: KTVU/NBC News
Earlier this year, Tesla was criticised for a lack of safeguards in its autopilot system, following a fatal crash in California.
Apple engineer Walter Huang died when his self-driving Tesla Model X hit a concrete barrier near Mountain View in March 2018.
There was another incident last month, when authorities in Arizona said a man from California was driving a Tesla on autopilot when it hit a state trooper's SUV on the side of a road and pushed it into an ambulance.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has begun investigations into more than a dozen Tesla crashes dating back to at least 2016 - when it believes autopilot was in use.


skynewsus--2020-08-28--Scooby-Doo co-creator Joe Ruby dies

Scooby-Doo co-creator Joe Ruby dies

Joe Ruby , the American animator and writer who co-created the cartoon series Scooby-Doo , has died aged 87 .
He died of natural causes in Westlake Village , California , according to his grandson Benjamin Ruby , who confirmed his death to Variety .
He also said his grandfather had never lost his passion for TV , telling the publication : `` He never stopped writing and creating , even as he aged . ''
Warner Bros Animation and Blue Ribbon Content president Sam Register echoed his words in a statement , writing : `` Joe Ruby made Saturday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ including myself .
`` He was one of the most prolific creators in our industry who gifted us some of animation 's most treasured characters and it was a thrill to host him at our studio .
`` Scooby-Doo has been a beloved companion on screens for more than 50 years , leaving an enduring legacy that has inspired and entertained generations .
We at Warner Bros Animation have the privilege and honour of carrying on that legacy and send our warmest thoughts to his loved ones . ''
Ruby formed the idea @ @ @ @ @ @ @ You !
series with his TV writing partner Ken Spears back in 1969 .
They created the show for animation studio Hanna-Barbera , but later went on to form their own rival animation production company , Ruby-Spears Productions .
Scooby was created to fill a family-friendly slot after some of Hanna-Barbera 's other cartoons were criticised for being too violent .
A host of character ideas were trialled - including all the cartoon leads being members of a rock band - before the classic Scooby gang were approved for the screen .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Scooby-Doo the Great Dane and his puppy pal Scrappy , along with teenagers Freddie , Velma , Daphne and Shaggy , would venture out in their trusty VW camper van to seek out the bad guys and bring them to justice .
Ghosts , ghouls and rubber masks frequently featured , and each episode would end with the famous line : `` If it was n't for those meddling kids… '' The original show ran on CBS for seven years and has been rebooted numerous times since .
The cartoon also spawned numerous @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - titled Scoob - starred Zac Efron and Amanda Seyfried as Fred and Daphne .
The remake also starred original 1969 cast member Frank Welker as the voice of Scooby , after he originally voiced Fred in Ruby and Spears ' original show .
Ruby got his first animation job as an intern at Walt Disney Productions , after previously working for the US Navy as a sonar operator on a destroyer ship during the Korean War .
He then moved to Hanna-Barbera , where he and Spears created Scooby-Doo , Dynomutt , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Ruby and Spears set up their own studio in competition with Hanna-Barbera where they created numerous Saturday morning cartoons including Alvin and the Chipmunks , Superman , Mister T , Fangface , The Plastic Man Comedy-Adventure Hour , Thundarr the Barbarian and Saturday Supercade .
: : Subscribe to the Backstage podcast on Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts , Spotify , Spreaker Ruby-Spears was bought by Hanna-Barbera 's parent company Taft Entertainment in 1981 and its back catalogue has since been acquired by Turner Broadcasting .
Ruby later executive produced animated versions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Police Academy : The Animated Series , Punky Brewster and the Rambo series .
Ruby is survived by his wife of 63 years , Carole , their four children and 10 grandchildren .

Joe Ruby, the American animator and writer who co-created the cartoon series Scooby-Doo, has died aged 87.
He died of natural causes in Westlake Village, California, according to his grandson Benjamin Ruby, who confirmed his death to Variety.
He also said his grandfather had never lost his passion for TV, telling the publication: "He never stopped writing and creating, even as he aged."
Image: The bad guys would have got away with it if it wasn't for 'those meddling kids'
Warner Bros Animation and Blue Ribbon Content president Sam Register echoed his words in a statement, writing: "Joe Ruby made Saturday mornings special for so many children, including myself.
"He was one of the most prolific creators in our industry who gifted us some of animation's most treasured characters and it was a thrill to host him at our studio.
"Scooby-Doo has been a beloved companion on screens for more than 50 years, leaving an enduring legacy that has inspired and entertained generations. We at Warner Bros Animation have the privilege and honour of carrying on that legacy and send our warmest thoughts to his loved ones."
Ruby formed the idea for the original Scooby-Doo, Where Are You! series with his TV writing partner Ken Spears back in 1969.
They created the show for animation studio Hanna-Barbera, but later went on to form their own rival animation production company, Ruby-Spears Productions.
Scooby was created to fill a family-friendly slot after some of Hanna-Barbera's other cartoons were criticised for being too violent.
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A host of character ideas were trialled - including all the cartoon leads being members of a rock band - before the classic Scooby gang were approved for the screen.
Image: The cartoon spawned numerous films. Pic: Hannah Barbera Prods/Atlas/Kobal/Shutterstock
The premise of the show was simple: Scooby-Doo the Great Dane and his puppy pal Scrappy, along with teenagers Freddie, Velma, Daphne and Shaggy, would venture out in their trusty VW camper van to seek out the bad guys and bring them to justice.
Ghosts, ghouls and rubber masks frequently featured, and each episode would end with the famous line: "If it wasn't for those meddling kids…"
The original show ran on CBS for seven years and has been rebooted numerous times since.
The cartoon also spawned numerous film versions, the latest of which - titled Scoob - starred Zac Efron and Amanda Seyfried as Fred and Daphne.
The remake also starred original 1969 cast member Frank Welker as the voice of Scooby, after he originally voiced Fred in Ruby and Spears' original show.
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Ruby got his first animation job as an intern at Walt Disney Productions, after previously working for the US Navy as a sonar operator on a destroyer ship during the Korean War.
He then moved to Hanna-Barbera, where he and Spears created Scooby-Doo, Dynomutt, Dog Wonder and Jabberjaw.
In 1977, Ruby and Spears set up their own studio in competition with Hanna-Barbera where they created numerous Saturday morning cartoons including Alvin and the Chipmunks, Superman, Mister T, Fangface, The Plastic Man Comedy-Adventure Hour, Thundarr the Barbarian and Saturday Supercade.
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Ruby-Spears was bought by Hanna-Barbera's parent company Taft Entertainment in 1981 and its back catalogue has since been acquired by Turner Broadcasting.
Ruby later executive produced animated versions of live action shows and films including Police Academy: The Animated Series, Punky Brewster and the Rambo series.
Ruby is survived by his wife of 63 years, Carole, their four children and 10 grandchildren.


skynewsus--2020-08-29--Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman dies after colon cancer battle

Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman has died aged 43 after a four-year fight with colon cancer .
He died at home in Los Angeles with his wife and family by his side , his publicist Nicki Fioravante said .
The actor had not revealed his cancer diagnosis to the public .
Boseman played black icons Jackie Robinson and James Brown early in his career before finding fame as the regal Black Panther in the Marvel cinematic universe .
His T'Challa character was introduced to the Marvel movies in 2016 's Captain America : Civil War , and his Wakanda Forever @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Black Panther two years ago .
Black Panther - the first major studio superhero movie featuring a predominantly African-American cast - became the ninth highest grossing film of all time and the highest grossing film by a black director .
It was also the first superhero film to get an Oscar nomination for best picture .
A message on his official Twitter account read : `` It is with immeasurable grief that we confirm the passing of Chadwick Boseman .
`` Chadwick was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer in 2016 , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as it progressed to stage IV .
`` A true fighter , Chadwick persevered through it all , and brought you many of the films you have come to love so much .
From Marshall to Da 5 Bloods , August Wilson 's Ma Rainey 's Black Bottom and several more - all were filmed during and between countless surgeries and chemotherapy .
`` It was the honour of his career to bring King TChalla to life in Black Panther . ''
`` This is a crushing blow '' actor and director Jordan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and writer Issa Rae said : `` This broke me '' .
Others to praise Boseman 's career and mourn his death include Democratic presidential hopeful Joe Biden .
He always remained sceptical of Hollywood and the industry that made him famous , once saying : `` You do n't have the same exact experience as a black actor as you do as a white actor .
You do n't have the same opportunities .
That 's evident and true .
`` The best way to put it is : How often do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hero who has a love story - with a black woman , or any woman for that matter ... he has a spirituality .
He has an intellect .
It 's weird to say it , but it does n't happen that often . ''
Boseman was born in South Carolina and graduated from Howard University in 2000 .
He originally wanted to be a writer and director and appeared in a number of TV roles while continuing to write plays .
His breakthrough role came when he played baseball pioneer Jackie Robinson @ @ @ @ @ @ @ following year he played another iconic black figure , starring as soul legend James Brown in Get On Up .
But it was his role in the smash hit Black Panther in 2018 that propelled him into the consciousness of millions of film fans across the world .
His character 's famous salute inspired many to feel an added sense of pride in their African heritage .
Boseman reprised his role in Avengers : Infinity War and Avengers : Endgame , and a sequel to Black Panther was scheduled for release in 2022 @

Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman has died aged 43 after a four-year fight with colon cancer.
He died at home in Los Angeles with his wife and family by his side, his publicist Nicki Fioravante said.
The actor had not revealed his cancer diagnosis to the public.
Boseman played black icons Jackie Robinson and James Brown early in his career before finding fame as the regal Black Panther in the Marvel cinematic universe.
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His T'Challa character was introduced to the Marvel movies in 2016's Captain America: Civil War, and his Wakanda Forever salute became famous after the release of Black Panther two years ago.
Black Panther - the first major studio superhero movie featuring a predominantly African-American cast - became the ninth highest grossing film of all time and the highest grossing film by a black director.
It was also the first superhero film to get an Oscar nomination for best picture.
A message on his official Twitter account read: "It is with immeasurable grief that we confirm the passing of Chadwick Boseman.
Image: Chadwick Boseman won Outstanding Actor for Black Panther at the NAACP Image Awards
"Chadwick was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer in 2016, and battled with it these last four years as it progressed to stage IV.
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"A true fighter, Chadwick persevered through it all, and brought you many of the films you have come to love so much. From Marshall to Da 5 Bloods, August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom and several more - all were filmed during and between countless surgeries and chemotherapy.
"It was the honour of his career to bring King TChalla to life in Black Panther."
"This is a crushing blow" actor and director Jordan Peele said on Twitter, while actor and writer Issa Rae said: "This broke me".
Others to praise Boseman's career and mourn his death include Democratic presidential hopeful Joe Biden.
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He always remained sceptical of Hollywood and the industry that made him famous, once saying: "You don't have the same exact experience as a black actor as you do as a white actor. You don't have the same opportunities. That's evident and true.
"The best way to put it is: How often do you see a movie about a black hero who has a love story - with a black woman, or any woman for that matter ... he has a spirituality. He has an intellect. It's weird to say it, but it doesn't happen that often."
Boseman was born in South Carolina and graduated from Howard University in 2000.
He originally wanted to be a writer and director and appeared in a number of TV roles while continuing to write plays.
Image: A sequel to Black Panther was scheduled for release in 2022.
His breakthrough role came when he played baseball pioneer Jackie Robinson in the 2013 film 42. The following year he played another iconic black figure, starring as soul legend James Brown in Get On Up.
But it was his role in the smash hit Black Panther in 2018 that propelled him into the consciousness of millions of film fans across the world.
His character's famous salute inspired many to feel an added sense of pride in their African heritage.
Boseman reprised his role in Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame, and a sequel to Black Panther was scheduled for release in 2022.


skynewsus--2020-08-29--'Heartbreaking': Marvel actors' tributes after Black Panther star's shock death

Hollywood stars such as Chris Hemsworth and Denzel Washington have paid tribute after the shock death of Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman .
The 43-year-old died after a four-year battle with colon cancer , which he kept private .
He passed away at home in Los Angeles with his wife and family by his side , his publicist said .
Boseman played black icons Jackie Robinson and James Brown before finding fame as the regal Black Panther in the Marvel universe .
His T'Challa character was introduced in 2016 's Captain America : Civil War , and his Wakanda Forever @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a huge hit two years later .
It became the first superhero film nominated for best picture at the Oscars .
A message on Boseman 's official Twitter account read : `` It is with immeasurable grief that we confirm the passing of Chadwick Boseman .
`` Chadwick was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer in 2016 , and battled with it these last four years as it progressed to stage IV . ''
It said many of his recent roles had been filmed `` during and between countless surgeries and chemotherapy '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in paying tribute to the actor , calling him `` incredible '' , `` sincere '' and `` genuine '' .
`` He was a gentle soul and a brilliant artist , who will stay with us for eternity through his iconic performances over his short yet illustrious career , '' said Oscar winner Denzel Washington .
Chris Hemsworth , who plays Thor in the Marvel films , posted on Instagram : `` Gon na miss you mate .
Absolutely heartbreaking .
`` One of the kindest most genuine people I 've met @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the family xo RIP . ''
Actress Halle Berry said : `` Here 's to an incredible man with immeasurable talent , who leaned into life regardless of his personal battles .
`` You never truly know what the people around you might be going through - treat them with kindness and cherish every minute you have together .
RIP # ChadwickBoseman . ''
Democratic presidential hopeful Joe Biden also paid tribute , tweeting that Boseman `` inspired generations and showed them they can be anything they want - even super heroes '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ August was an image of himself and Kamala Harris , celebrating her selection as Mr Biden 's running mate .
Captain America star Chris Evans said he was `` absolutely devastated '' at his friend 's death .
`` He had so much amazing work still left to create .
I 'm endlessly grateful for our friendship .
Rest in power , King , '' added Evans .
Bernice King , daughter of civil rights activist Dr Martin Luther King , wrote : `` We never know what people are enduring .
Humans @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you , Chadwick , for gifting us with your greatness in the midst of a painful struggle . ''
Marvel Entertainment posted a picture of Boseman in Black Panther and said his `` legacy will live on forever '' .
British star Idris Elba said : `` Chadwick was a very thoughtful , hardworking man .
Prideful and strong .
`` He will be missed by the filmmaking community and fans of his solid work .
My thoughts reach out to his family right now . ''
Mark Ruffalo , who starred alongside @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hulk , said : `` It was the highest honour getting to work with you and getting to know you .
What a generous and sincere human being ... '' Singer John Legend said Boseman `` brought grace , elegance and power to everything he did '' .
Don Cheadle , who also starred in the Marvel films , said : `` I will miss you , birthday brother .
you were always light and love to me .
my god ... forever and ever ... '' Actress Reese Witherspoon tweeted : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ home , Chadwick Boseman .
`` We lost one of the greats today .
His legacy will live on forever in his beloved films and in the heart of everyone who loved him . ''
Star Wars actor John Boyega shared two broken heart emojis and retweeted other tributes , including a picture of Boseman with basketball star Kobe Bryant - who also died unexpectedly this year .
Boseman was born in South Carolina and graduated from Howard University in 2000 .
He originally wanted to be a writer and director and appeared @ @ @ @ @ @ @ continuing to write plays .
His breakthrough role came when he played baseball pioneer Jackie Robinson in the 2013 film 42 .
The following year he played another iconic black figure , starring as soul legend James Brown in Get On Up .
In 2017 , he took on the role of Thurgood Marshall , the first African American to serve on the US Supreme Court .
But it was his role in Black Panther - the ninth highest grossing film of all time - that propelled him into the consciousness of film @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's famous salute inspired many to feel an added sense of pride in their African heritage .
Boseman reprised his role in Avengers : Infinity War and Avengers : Endgame , and a sequel to Black Panther was scheduled for release in 2022 .
He remained sceptical of the industry that made him famous , once saying : `` You do n't have the same exact experience as a black actor as you do as a white actor .
`` You do n't have the same opportunities .
That 's evident and true @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it is : How often do you see a movie about a black hero who has a love story - with a black woman , or any woman for that matter ... he has a spirituality .
He has an intellect .
It 's weird to say it , but it does n't happen that often . ''

Hollywood stars such as Chris Hemsworth and Denzel Washington have paid tribute after the shock death of Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman.
The 43-year-old died after a four-year battle with colon cancer, which he kept private.
He passed away at home in Los Angeles with his wife and family by his side, his publicist said.
Boseman played black icons Jackie Robinson and James Brown before finding fame as the regal Black Panther in the Marvel universe.
Image: Boseman had not publicly revealed his diagnosis. Pic: Marvel/Disney/Kobal/Shutterstock
His T'Challa character was introduced in 2016's Captain America: Civil War, and his Wakanda Forever salute became famous after Black Panther became a huge hit two years later.
It became the first superhero film nominated for best picture at the Oscars.
A message on Boseman's official Twitter account read: "It is with immeasurable grief that we confirm the passing of Chadwick Boseman.
"Chadwick was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer in 2016, and battled with it these last four years as it progressed to stage IV."
It said many of his recent roles had been filmed "during and between countless surgeries and chemotherapy".
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Hollywood A-listers joined musicians and politicians in paying tribute to the actor, calling him "incredible", "sincere" and "genuine".
"He was a gentle soul and a brilliant artist, who will stay with us for eternity through his iconic performances over his short yet illustrious career," said Oscar winner Denzel Washington.
Chris Hemsworth, who plays Thor in the Marvel films, posted on Instagram: "Gonna miss you mate. Absolutely heartbreaking.
"One of the kindest most genuine people I've met. Sending love and support to all the family xo RIP."
Actress Halle Berry said: "Here's to an incredible man with immeasurable talent, who leaned into life regardless of his personal battles.
"You never truly know what the people around you might be going through - treat them with kindness and cherish every minute you have together. RIP #ChadwickBoseman."
Democratic presidential hopeful Joe Biden also paid tribute, tweeting that Boseman "inspired generations and showed them they can be anything they want - even super heroes".
Boseman's final tweet on 12 August was an image of himself and Kamala Harris, celebrating her selection as Mr Biden's running mate.
Captain America star Chris Evans said he was "absolutely devastated" at his friend's death.
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"He had so much amazing work still left to create. I'm endlessly grateful for our friendship. Rest in power, King," added Evans.
Bernice King, daughter of civil rights activist Dr Martin Luther King, wrote: "We never know what people are enduring. Humans...we are wonders.
"Thank you, Chadwick, for gifting us with your greatness in the midst of a painful struggle."
Marvel Entertainment posted a picture of Boseman in Black Panther and said his "legacy will live on forever".
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British star Idris Elba said: "Chadwick was a very thoughtful, hardworking man. Prideful and strong.
"He will be missed by the filmmaking community and fans of his solid work. My thoughts reach out to his family right now."
Mark Ruffalo, who starred alongside Boseman in the Marvel films, playing Hulk, said: "It was the highest honour getting to work with you and getting to know you. What a generous and sincere human being..."
Singer John Legend said Boseman "brought grace, elegance and power to everything he did".
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Don Cheadle, who also starred in the Marvel films, said: "I will miss you, birthday brother. you were always light and love to me. my god ... forever and ever ..."
Actress Reese Witherspoon tweeted: "May god bless you and carry you home, Chadwick Boseman.
"We lost one of the greats today. His legacy will live on forever in his beloved films and in the heart of everyone who loved him."
Star Wars actor John Boyega shared two broken heart emojis and retweeted other tributes, including a picture of Boseman with basketball star Kobe Bryant - who also died unexpectedly this year.
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Boseman was born in South Carolina and graduated from Howard University in 2000.
He originally wanted to be a writer and director and appeared in a number of TV roles while continuing to write plays.
His breakthrough role came when he played baseball pioneer Jackie Robinson in the 2013 film 42. The following year he played another iconic black figure, starring as soul legend James Brown in Get On Up.
In 2017, he took on the role of Thurgood Marshall, the first African American to serve on the US Supreme Court.
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But it was his role in Black Panther - the ninth highest grossing film of all time - that propelled him into the consciousness of film fans across the world.
His character's famous salute inspired many to feel an added sense of pride in their African heritage.
Boseman reprised his role in Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame, and a sequel to Black Panther was scheduled for release in 2022.
Image: Boseman pictured last year at an awards ceremony honouring Denzel Washington
He remained sceptical of the industry that made him famous, once saying: "You don't have the same exact experience as a black actor as you do as a white actor.
"You don't have the same opportunities. That's evident and true.
"The best way to put it is: How often do you see a movie about a black hero who has a love story - with a black woman, or any woman for that matter ... he has a spirituality. He has an intellect. It's weird to say it, but it doesn't happen that often."


skynewsus--2020-08-29--'Sick monster': Man charged over murder of young brothers

A man described as a `` sick monster '' has been charged over the murders of two young brothers after being invited to stay at their Florida property .
Mark Wilson Jr , 30 , allegedly used a knife and hammer to attack Robert Baker , 12 , and his brother , Tayten , 14 .
He has been arrested .
The boys ' mother found their bodies in their home on Wednesday , Putnam County police said .
State Attorney RJ Larizza said in a news conference : `` I 've been working in the criminal justice system since @ @ @ @ @ @ @ most brutal murders that I 've ever heard of . ''
`` He attacked these two kids without mercy . ''
The family had recently moved to Melrose , south of Jacksonville , to be closer to other relatives , Sheriff H D `` Gator '' DeLoach said .
He said the family had invited Wilson and his girlfriend to live in a shed on their property and `` did a lot to help them and , unfortunately , it ended in the deaths of Robert and Tayten '' .
The boys ' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ injured in the attacks , which happened while their father , a long-distance truck driver , was out .
Wilson had a long history of drug and property crimes , but no previous arrests for violent crimes .
Sheriff DeLoach said his motive for the killings was not yet known but investigators had uncovered `` significant '' evidence in the case .
A post on Sheriff DeLoach 's public Facebook page said the `` sick monster '' responsible for the `` brutal murder '' of the brothers had been arrested .
`` Unfortunately @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who suffered whatever was going through Wilson 's twisted agenda , '' it read .
`` As a parent , the murders of Robert and Tayten are an unimaginable loss to a family .
I ca n't begin to understand the anguish their parents are suffering .
`` This arrest is only the first step in bringing Robert and Tayten justice . ''
Wilson has been charged with premeditated first-degree murders A GoFundMe page set up for the family quickly raised more than $ 9,000 ( £6,700 ) to help with the boys @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Robert were good kids who were loved by everyone , '' the page read .
`` They loved playing video games , swimming and hanging out with their family .
They had dreams and goals for their life that they will never be able to fulfill ( sic ) . ''

A man described as a "sick monster" has been charged over the murders of two young brothers after being invited to stay at their Florida property.
Mark Wilson Jr, 30, allegedly used a knife and hammer to attack Robert Baker, 12, and his brother, Tayten, 14. He has been arrested.
The boys' mother found their bodies in their home on Wednesday, Putnam County police said.
Image: Mark Wilson Jr has been charged with premeditated murder. Pic: Putnam County Sheriff
State Attorney RJ Larizza said in a news conference: "I've been working in the criminal justice system since 1980 and these are some of the most brutal murders that I've ever heard of."
"He attacked these two kids without mercy."
The family had recently moved to Melrose, south of Jacksonville, to be closer to other relatives, Sheriff H D "Gator" DeLoach said.
He said the family had invited Wilson and his girlfriend to live in a shed on their property and "did a lot to help them and, unfortunately, it ended in the deaths of Robert and Tayten".
The boys' mother and a younger sibling weren't injured in the attacks, which happened while their father, a long-distance truck driver, was out.
Image: Mark Wilson was arrested on Thursday. Pic: Facebook/Gator DeLoach
Wilson had a long history of drug and property crimes, but no previous arrests for violent crimes.
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Sheriff DeLoach said his motive for the killings was not yet known but investigators had uncovered "significant" evidence in the case.
A post on Sheriff DeLoach's public Facebook page said the "sick monster" responsible for the "brutal murder" of the brothers had been arrested.
"Unfortunately, Robert and Tayten were the ones who suffered whatever was going through Wilson's twisted agenda," it read.
"As a parent, the murders of Robert and Tayten are an unimaginable loss to a family. I can't begin to understand the anguish their parents are suffering.
"This arrest is only the first step in bringing Robert and Tayten justice."
Image: Wilson was staying at the property. Pic: Facebook/Gator DeLoach
Wilson has been charged with premeditated first-degree murders
A GoFundMe page set up for the family quickly raised more than $9,000 (£6,700) to help with the boys' funeral expenses.
"Tayten and Robert were good kids who were loved by everyone," the page read.
"They loved playing video games, swimming and hanging out with their family. They had dreams and goals for their life that they will never be able to fulfill (sic)."


skynewsus--2020-08-30--Trump to visit Wisconsin city where police shot Jacob Blake in the back

Donald Trump will visit Kenosha , Wisconsin - the city that has seen unrest since a white police officer shot @ @ @ @ @ back - on Tuesday , a White House official has said .
Jacob Blake , @ @ @ @ @ paralysed from the waist down following the shooting and remains in hospital .
The US @ @ @ @ @ officials and assess damage in the city , the official said .

Donald Trump will visit Kenosha, Wisconsin - the city that has seen unrest since a white police officer shot a black man in the back - on Tuesday, a White House official has said.
Jacob Blake, 29, was left paralysed from the waist down following the shooting last Sunday. He remains in hospital heavily sedated but has regained consciousness, his father has said.
Meanwhile, police in Portland, Oregon, said a person was shot dead during clashes between supporters of Mr Trump and counter-protesters.
It is not clear if the attack was linked to fights that broke out as a convoy of about 600 vehicles was confronted by demonstrators in the city.
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Mr Trump revealed he would probably visit Kenosha during a visit to hurricane-ravaged parts of Louisiana and Texas on Saturday.
It was later confirmed by a White House official, who said the US president will meet police officers and assess damage in the city when he visits.
Image: Protests continue in Kenosha following the shooting of Jacob Blake on 23 August
Every night since Mr Blake's shooting, protesters have marched in Kenosha with some demonstrations turning violent resulting in buildings and vehicles being damaged and set on fire.
On Tuesday, two protesters were shot dead after a teenager opened fire in the middle of the street with a semi-automatic rifle.
Image: Jacob Blake was shot in the back by police in Wisconsin. Pic: Ben Crump
Kyle Rittenhouse, 17, from Antioch, Illinois, has been charged with first-degree murder and a host of other offences.
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A state of emergency was declared and more than 1,000 members of the National Guard have been deployed to help keep the peace.
Meanwhile, about 1,000 people joined a mile-long march in Kenosha on Saturday night, chanting "Black Lives Matter", "No Justice, No Peace" and "seven bullets, seven days" - a reference to the number of times Mr Blake was shot.
Image: Demonstrators confront police in front of the Kenosha County Courthouse on 25 August
During the rally Mr Blake's father, Jacob Blake Snr, gave an impassioned call for changing a system he described as fostering police brutality and racial inequalities.
"There were seven bullets put in my son's back... hell yeah, I'm mad," he said.
"What gave them [the police] the right to attempt murder on my child? What gave them the right to think that my son was an animal? What gave them the right to take something that was not theirs? I'm tired of this."
Mr Blake Snr told reporters that his son remains heavily sedated in hospital but has regained consciousness.
"He's in a lot of pain," he said.
"I just wish I could pick my baby up and make it all right."


skynewsus--2020-08-29--'This state rebuilds fast': Trump surveys hurricane damage in Louisiana

Donald Trump has visited a city badly hit by Hurricane Laura , surveying widespread damage and receiving briefings on relief efforts .
His trip to Lake Charles came just two days after the category four storm ravaged the Gulf Coast , particularly Louisiana and Texas .
At least 16 people were killed , more than half due to carbon monoxide poisoning from the unsafe operation of generators .
Ahead of the storm making landfall more than half a million people were ordered to leave their homes near the Texas-Louisiana state line .
A storm surge as high as 15 feet @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over trees in states as far north as Arkansas , forcing hundreds of thousands of coastal residents to evacuate despite ongoing coronavirus lockdown measures .
Tall buildings in Lake Charles had their windows smashed by Hurricane Laura 's 150mph ( 240kmph ) winds , which left glass and debris scattered across the city .
A 68-year-old man and a 14-year-old girl were among at least four people killed by trees falling on top of their homes , officials said .
Hundreds of thousand of people in the state currently have no access to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for months as the hot summer stretches on in the southern states .
`` I 'm here to support the great people of Louisiana , '' Mr Trump said in a news conference in Lake Charles , adding : `` It was a tremendously powerful storm . ''
He said he knew one thing about the state of Louisiana : `` They rebuild it fast . ''
The president spent just over two hours in the city , during which time he met local and state officials as well as relief workers , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and businesses had been ripped apart by the storm .
The president is due to visit the city of Orange in Texas next , located on the border with Louisiana .
When asked if he would make the trip , he replied : `` Probably so . ''

Donald Trump has visited a city badly hit by Hurricane Laura, surveying widespread damage and receiving briefings on relief efforts.
His trip to Lake Charles came just two days after the category four storm ravaged the Gulf Coast, particularly Louisiana and Texas.
At least 16 people were killed, more than half due to carbon monoxide poisoning from the unsafe operation of generators.
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Ahead of the storm making landfall more than half a million people were ordered to leave their homes near the Texas-Louisiana state line.
A storm surge as high as 15 feet (4.5m) drowned buildings and pushed over trees in states as far north as Arkansas, forcing hundreds of thousands of coastal residents to evacuate despite ongoing coronavirus lockdown measures.
Tall buildings in Lake Charles had their windows smashed by Hurricane Laura's 150mph (240kmph) winds, which left glass and debris scattered across the city.
Image: Hurricane Laura's flood devastation seen from above
A 68-year-old man and a 14-year-old girl were among at least four people killed by trees falling on top of their homes, officials said.
Hundreds of thousand of people in the state currently have no access to power or water, which could continue for months as the hot summer stretches on in the southern states.
Image: Homes in Louisiana were flattened by the hurricane
"I'm here to support the great people of Louisiana," Mr Trump said in a news conference in Lake Charles, adding: "It was a tremendously powerful storm."
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He said he knew one thing about the state of Louisiana: "They rebuild it fast."
Image: The president posed with National Guard troops in the city
The president spent just over two hours in the city, during which time he met local and state officials as well as relief workers, but not with any residents whose homes and businesses had been ripped apart by the storm.
The president is due to visit the city of Orange in Texas next, located on the border with Louisiana.


skynewsus--2020-08-29--Jacob Blake 'had knife and put officer in headlock before police shooting'

A black man shot seven times in the back by US police had a knife and fought with officers beforehand , putting one in a headlock and shrugging off two Taser attempts , it is claimed .
Jacob Blake , 29 , has been left paralysed from the waist down following the shooting in Kenosha , Wisconsin , and is being treated in hospital .
The new claim came from the Kenosha police union which offered the most detailed account yet from the officers ' perspective of the moments before the shooting .
Last Sunday 's incident led to peaceful @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the fatal shooting of two people in the US city on Tuesday .
Ben Crump , a lawyer for the Blake family , has called for the arrest of Rusten Sheskey - the officer who shot Mr Blake - and for the two other officers involved in the shooting , Vincent Arenas and Brittany Meronek , to be sacked .
All three officers have now been put on administrative leave .
Mr Crump has claimed Mr Blake was only trying to break up a domestic dispute and did nothing to provoke police , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a knife .
Mobile phone footage , filmed by Raysean White , showed Mr Sheskey and another officer following Mr Blake with their guns drawn as he walked around the front of a parked SUV .
Mr Blake 's three children were in the back .
The officers had been sent there following a complaint by a telephone caller that Mr Blake was trying to steal their keys and vehicle , said Brendan Matthews , a lawyer for the Kenosha Professional Police Association .
Mr Blake was armed with a knife , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mr Matthews said .
The officers first saw him holding the knife while they were on the passenger side of the vehicle , he added .
Mr White said he saw Mr Blake scuffling with three officers and heard them shout 'drop the knife , drop the knife ' before there was gunfire .
He said he did not see a knife in Mr Blake 's hands .
Investigators have said officers saw a knife on the floor of the car .
They have not said whether Mr Blake threatened anyone with it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Blake to drop the knife , but he was uncooperative , Mr Matthews said , adding officers used a Taser on Mr Blake , but it did not incapacitate him .
Mr Blake forcefully fought with the officers , including putting one of the officers in a headlock , Mr Matthews said .
A second stun from a Taser also did not stop him , he added .
As Mr Blake opened the driver 's door of the SUV , Mr Sheskey pulled on Mr Blake 's shirt and then opened fire .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ inability to gain compliance and control after using verbal , physical and less-lethal means , Mr Matthews said .

A black man shot seven times in the back by US police had a knife and fought with officers beforehand, putting one in a headlock and shrugging off two Taser attempts, it is claimed.
Jacob Blake, 29, has been left paralysed from the waist down following the shooting in Kenosha, Wisconsin, and is being treated in hospital.
The new claim came from the Kenosha police union which offered the most detailed account yet from the officers' perspective of the moments before the shooting.
Last Sunday's incident led to peaceful protests and also violent demonstrations, including the fatal shooting of two people in the US city on Tuesday.
Image: Officer Rusten Sheskey shot Mr Blake. Pic: Kenosha Police Department
Ben Crump, a lawyer for the Blake family, has called for the arrest of Rusten Sheskey - the officer who shot Mr Blake - and for the two other officers involved in the shooting, Vincent Arenas and Brittany Meronek, to be sacked.
All three officers have now been put on administrative leave.
Mr Crump has claimed Mr Blake was only trying to break up a domestic dispute and did nothing to provoke police, saying witnesses did not see him with a knife.
Mobile phone footage, filmed by Raysean White, showed Mr Sheskey and another officer following Mr Blake with their guns drawn as he walked around the front of a parked SUV. Mr Blake's three children were in the back.
The officers had been sent there following a complaint by a telephone caller that Mr Blake was trying to steal their keys and vehicle, said Brendan Matthews, a lawyer for the Kenosha Professional Police Association.
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Mr Blake was armed with a knife, but officers did not initially see it, Mr Matthews said.
The officers first saw him holding the knife while they were on the passenger side of the vehicle, he added.
Mr White said he saw Mr Blake scuffling with three officers and heard them shout 'drop the knife, drop the knife' before there was gunfire. He said he did not see a knife in Mr Blake's hands.
Investigators have said officers saw a knife on the floor of the car. They have not said whether Mr Blake threatened anyone with it.
Officers made several requests to Mr Blake to drop the knife, but he was uncooperative, Mr Matthews said, adding officers used a Taser on Mr Blake, but it did not incapacitate him.
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Mr Blake forcefully fought with the officers, including putting one of the officers in a headlock, Mr Matthews said. A second stun from a Taser also did not stop him, he added.
As Mr Blake opened the driver's door of the SUV, Mr Sheskey pulled on Mr Blake's shirt and then opened fire.
Officers drew their firearms based on the inability to gain compliance and control after using verbal, physical and less-lethal means, Mr Matthews said.


skynewsus--2020-08-30--One killed during protests as Trump plans to visit city where police shot Jacob Blake

Donald Trump will visit Kenosha , Wisconsin - the city that has seen unrest since a white police officer shot a black man in the back - on Tuesday , a White House official has said .
Jacob Blake , 29 , was left paralysed from the waist down following the shooting last Sunday .
He remains in hospital heavily sedated but has regained consciousness , his father has said .
Meanwhile , police in Portland , Oregon , said a person was shot dead during clashes between supporters of Mr Trump and counter-protesters .
It is not clear if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ broke out as a convoy of about 600 vehicles was confronted by demonstrators in the city .
Mr Trump revealed he would probably visit Kenosha during a visit to hurricane-ravaged parts of Louisiana and Texas on Saturday .
It was later confirmed by a White House official , who said the US president will meet police officers and assess damage in the city when he visits .
Every night since Mr Blake 's shooting , protesters have marched in Kenosha with some demonstrations turning violent resulting in buildings and vehicles being damaged and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ two protesters were shot dead after a teenager opened fire in the middle of the street with a semi-automatic rifle .
Kyle Rittenhouse , 17 , from Antioch , Illinois , has been charged with first-degree murder and a host of other offences .
A state of emergency was declared and more than 1,000 members of the National Guard have been deployed to help keep the peace .
Meanwhile , about 1,000 people joined a mile-long march in Kenosha on Saturday night , chanting `` Black Lives Matter '' , `` No Justice @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bullets , seven days '' - a reference to the number of times Mr Blake was shot .
During the rally Mr Blake 's father , Jacob Blake Snr , gave an impassioned call for changing a system he described as fostering police brutality and racial inequalities .
`` There were seven bullets put in my son 's back ... hell yeah , I 'm mad , '' he said .
`` What gave them [ the police ] the right to attempt murder on my child ?
What gave them the right @ @ @ @ @ @ @ animal ?
What gave them the right to take something that was not theirs ?
I 'm tired of this . ''
Mr Blake Snr told reporters that his son remains heavily sedated in hospital but has regained consciousness .
`` He 's in a lot of pain , '' he said .
`` I just wish I could pick my baby up and make it all right . ''


skynewsus--2020-08-30--New audio of Trump's sister released: What she says about Ivanka, Eric and the president

Donald Trump 's older sister heavily criticised her brother and his children in a new set of recordings released by her niece .
Former federal judge Maryanne Trump Barry can be heard condemning Ivanka Trump , the president 's adviser and second child , the president 's son Eric as well as Mr Trump himself .
Mrs Trump Berry criticises Ivanka after she posted a photo on Instagram of herself and her young son on the same day the Trump administration was reportedly separating migrant children from their families in 2018 .
Referring to a comedian who denounced Ivanka 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that damn Ivanka puts this picture , of the Madonna and Child , on Instagram , when the big news of the day was about children being ripped from their families , I could n't blame .
`` I never heard of Samantha Bee before .
I could n't blame what she said . ''
Bee used an obscenity to describe Ivanka , and has since apologised .
Mr Trump 's niece , Mary Trump , released the secretly recorded conversation between her and Mrs Trump Barry on Friday .
In the recording @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ivanka , with Mr Trump 's sister saying : `` Ivanka gives a s*** .
It 's all about her .
`` She 's a mini-Donald , '' she said , adding the president is `` besotted with her .
He always has been .
She 's always been his favourite '' .
Moving onto Eric Trump , the president 's second son , Mrs Trump Barry had a few choice words about him .
`` Meanwhile , Eric 's become the moron publicly , '' she can be heard saying .
And @ @ @ @ @ @ @ comes to her brother , saying he `` wo n't do anything for anybody unless it 's going to enure to his ... '' .
Mrs Barry Trump can be heard adding : `` He wo n't do anything publicly .
I mean , if you ...
Anything he did , he says , 'Look what I 've done !
Are n't I wonderful !
`` And he 's as tight as a duck 's a** .
Just like dad , really . ''
The aunt and niece also spoke about Mr Trump @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were brought to the US illegally as children who can receive deferred deportation and can become eligible for a US work permit - an initiative brought in by Barack Obama .
`` Well , what happened , what he did with the Dreamers .
I mean , '' Mrs Barry Trump said .
`` But he denies it .
I mean , he would deny he changed his mind .
Mary Trump then says there are children in `` de facto concentration camps '' and the president blames the Democrats for the `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he thinks it 's a bad thing - and yet he 's allowing it to continue '' .
Mrs Barry Trump replies : `` It 's mind-boggling .
But that 's all about his base . ''
Mary Trump , who is the daughter of the president 's older brother Fred Trump Jr , says she made the recordings in 2018 and 2019 .
She recently published a book entitled : `` Too Much and Never Enough : How My Family Created the World 's Most Dangerous Man '' .
: : Listen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Google Podcasts , Spotify , Spreaker The latest series of recordings were released a week after Mary Trump released another clip in which Mrs Trump Barry said her brother had `` no principles '' and was a `` liar '' .
Mary Trump 's spokesman said she began recording conversations with Mrs Trump Barry in 2018 to catch her family members in a lie over the value of the family 's estate .
In New York state it is legal to record a conversation as long as at least one participant gives @ @

Donald Trump's older sister heavily criticised her brother and his children in a new set of recordings released by her niece.
Former federal judge Maryanne Trump Barry can be heard condemning Ivanka Trump, the president's adviser and second child, the president's son Eric as well as Mr Trump himself.
Image: Maryanne Trump Barry is a former federal judge and the president's older sister
Mrs Trump Berry criticises Ivanka after she posted a photo on Instagram of herself and her young son on the same day the Trump administration was reportedly separating migrant children from their families in 2018.
Referring to a comedian who denounced Ivanka's photo, she said: "When that damn Ivanka puts this picture, of the Madonna and Child, on Instagram, when the big news of the day was about children being ripped from their families, I couldn't blame.
"I never heard of Samantha Bee before. I couldn't blame what she said."
Bee used an obscenity to describe Ivanka, and has since apologised.
Mr Trump's niece, Mary Trump, released the secretly recorded conversation between her and Mrs Trump Barry on Friday.
In the recording, the pair continued to talk about Ivanka, with Mr Trump's sister saying: "Ivanka gives a s***. It's all about her.
"She's a mini-Donald," she said, adding the president is "besotted with her. He always has been. She's always been his favourite".
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Moving onto Eric Trump, the president's second son, Mrs Trump Barry had a few choice words about him.
"Meanwhile, Eric's become the moron publicly," she can be heard saying.
Image: Most of the Trump children are involved in their father's presidency
And she is no less relentless when it comes to her brother, saying he "won't do anything for anybody unless it's going to enure to his...".
Mrs Barry Trump can be heard adding: "He won't do anything publicly. I mean, if you...Anything he did, he says, 'Look what I've done! Aren't I wonderful!
"And he's as tight as a duck's a**. Just like dad, really."
The aunt and niece also spoke about Mr Trump's action on Dreamers - people who were brought to the US illegally as children who can receive deferred deportation and can become eligible for a US work permit - an initiative brought in by Barack Obama.
"Well, what happened, what he did with the Dreamers. I mean," Mrs Barry Trump said.
"But he denies it. I mean, he would deny he changed his mind.
"He's all over..."
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Mary Trump then says there are children in "de facto concentration camps" and the president blames the Democrats for the "horrible policy" which "suggested that he thinks it's a bad thing - and yet he's allowing it to continue".
Mrs Barry Trump replies: "It's mind-boggling. But that's all about his base."
Mary Trump, who is the daughter of the president's older brother Fred Trump Jr, says she made the recordings in 2018 and 2019.
She recently published a book entitled: "Too Much and Never Enough: How My Family Created the World's Most Dangerous Man".
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The latest series of recordings were released a week after Mary Trump released another clip in which Mrs Trump Barry said her brother had "no principles" and was a "liar".
Mary Trump's spokesman said she began recording conversations with Mrs Trump Barry in 2018 to catch her family members in a lie over the value of the family's estate.
In New York state it is legal to record a conversation as long as at least one participant gives consent.


skynewsus--2020-08-30--Trump hands out autograph: 'Sell this on eBay tonight, you'll get $10,000'

Donald Trump has suggested people in the midst of Hurricane Laura could sell his autograph for $ 10,000 .
The US president was in Lake Charles , Louisiana , on Saturday to see the damage from the hurricane and to be briefed on the disaster and federal response .
He signed autographs for some of those listening , saying they could sell them on eBay for $ 10,000 ( £7,500 ) .
Mr Trump sat down and called to a group of people , saying : `` Come here fellas , get over here .
I want a little power @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an official , he said : `` Sell this on eBay tonight , you 'll get $ 10,000 '' , telling another recipient that he is deliberately not putting his name on as it would be worth more without it .
EBay already has a number of pieces of Trump-autographed memorabilia , with bids for some of them reaching into thousands of dollars .
: : Listen to the Daily podcast on Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts , Spotify , Spreaker Tall buildings in Lake Charles had their windows smashed by Hurricane Laura @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which left glass and debris scattered across the city .
At least four people were killed after trees fell on their homes .
`` I 'm here to support the great people of Louisiana , '' Mr Trump said in a news conference in Lake Charles , adding : `` It was a tremendously powerful storm . ''
He said he knew one thing about the state of Louisiana : `` They rebuild it fast . ''

Donald Trump has suggested people in the midst of Hurricane Laura could sell his autograph for $10,000.
The US president was in Lake Charles, Louisiana, on Saturday to see the damage from the hurricane and to be briefed on the disaster and federal response.
He signed autographs for some of those listening, saying they could sell them on eBay for $10,000 (£7,500).
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player 0:39 Hurricane Laura's flood destruction over Louisiana
Mr Trump sat down and called to a group of people, saying: "Come here fellas, get over here. I want a little power."
Handing over his autograph to an official, he said: "Sell this on eBay tonight, you'll get $10,000", telling another recipient that he is deliberately not putting his name on as it would be worth more without it.
EBay already has a number of pieces of Trump-autographed memorabilia, with bids for some of them reaching into thousands of dollars.
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Tall buildings in Lake Charles had their windows smashed by Hurricane Laura's 150mph (240kmph) winds, which left glass and debris scattered across the city.
At least four people were killed after trees fell on their homes.
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"I'm here to support the great people of Louisiana," Mr Trump said in a news conference in Lake Charles, adding: "It was a tremendously powerful storm."
He said he knew one thing about the state of Louisiana: "They rebuild it fast."


skynewsus--2020-08-30--'The ancestors spoke through Chadwick Boseman,' says Black Panther director

Black Panther director Ryan Coogler has hailed the film 's star Chadwick Boseman following his death from colon cancer .
`` In African cultures , we often refer to loved ones that have passed on as ancestors , '' he wrote , praising Boseman 's artistry by stating : `` The ancestors spoke through him . ''
Boseman died aged 43 at home in Los Angeles with his wife and family by his side , his publicist Nicki Fioravante said .
The actor had not revealed his cancer diagnosis to the public .
`` Chad was an anomaly .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , '' wrote Coogler , who revealed that Boseman learned his lines in the Xhosa language in a single day .
`` The decision to have Xhosa be the official language of Wakanda was solidified by Chad , a native of South Carolina , because he was able to learn his lines in Xhosa , there on the spot .
`` He also advocated for his character to speak with an African accent , so that he could present T'Challa to audiences as an African king , whose dialect had not been conquered @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Black Panther - the first major studio superhero movie featuring a predominantly African-American cast - became the ninth highest grossing film of all time and the highest grossing film by a black director .
It was also the first superhero film to get an Oscar nomination for best picture .
Boseman 's breakthrough role came when he played baseball pioneer Jackie Robinson in the 2013 film 42 .
The following year he played another iconic black figure , starring as soul legend James Brown in Get On Up .
`` It 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was able to skilfully portray some of our most notable [ ancestors ] , '' wrote Coogler .
`` I had no doubt that he would live on and continue to bless us with more .
`` But it is with a heavy heart and a sense of deep gratitude to have ever been in his presence , that I have to reckon with the fact that Chad is an ancestor now . ''
`` And I know that he will watch over us , until we meet again , '' the director @ @

Black Panther director Ryan Coogler has hailed the film's star Chadwick Boseman following his death from colon cancer.
"In African cultures, we often refer to loved ones that have passed on as ancestors," he wrote, praising Boseman's artistry by stating: "The ancestors spoke through him."
Boseman died aged 43 at home in Los Angeles with his wife and family by his side, his publicist Nicki Fioravante said.
The actor had not revealed his cancer diagnosis to the public.
"Chad was an anomaly. He was calm. Assured. Constantly studying," wrote Coogler, who revealed that Boseman learned his lines in the Xhosa language in a single day.
"The decision to have Xhosa be the official language of Wakanda was solidified by Chad, a native of South Carolina, because he was able to learn his lines in Xhosa, there on the spot.
"He also advocated for his character to speak with an African accent, so that he could present T'Challa to audiences as an African king, whose dialect had not been conquered by the West," Coogler added.
Black Panther - the first major studio superhero movie featuring a predominantly African-American cast - became the ninth highest grossing film of all time and the highest grossing film by a black director.
It was also the first superhero film to get an Oscar nomination for best picture.
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Image: Boseman died aged 43 from colon cancer
Boseman's breakthrough role came when he played baseball pioneer Jackie Robinson in the 2013 film 42.
The following year he played another iconic black figure, starring as soul legend James Brown in Get On Up.
"It's no secret to me now how he was able to skilfully portray some of our most notable [ancestors]," wrote Coogler.
"I had no doubt that he would live on and continue to bless us with more.
"But it is with a heavy heart and a sense of deep gratitude to have ever been in his presence, that I have to reckon with the fact that Chad is an ancestor now."
"And I know that he will watch over us, until we meet again," the director added.


skynewsus--2020-08-31--Trump attacks Portland mayor as Biden accuses president of stoking 'war in our streets'

Donald Trump has lashed out at Portland 's `` incompetent '' mayor as presidential hopeful Joe Biden accused the president of `` recklessly encouraging violence '' in the city .
A man was killed on Saturday night amid clashes between rival groups in the Oregon city , which has seen months of unrest since the police killing of George Floyd .
Mr Trump tweeted on Sunday : `` If the incompetent Mayor of Portland , Ted Wheeler , does n't get control of his city and stop the Anarchists , Agitators , Rioters and Looters , causing great danger to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and take care of matters the way they should have been taken care of 100 days ago ! ''
It came as Mr Biden , his opponent in November 's election , said the president was `` fanning the flames of hate and division in our society and using the politics of fear to whip up his supporters '' .
Hundreds of people have been arrested in Portland in recent months as some protesters vandalised government buildings and police stations and authorities hit back with tear gas and pepper spray .
On Saturday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drove through the city and were confronted by counter protesters .
The founder of right-wing group Patriot Prayer identified the man shot dead as Aaron `` Jay '' Danielson .
Police have released little information and say they are still investigating .
Mr Biden said in a statement that he condemned the violence `` unequivocally '' and called on Mr Trump to do the same .
`` He is recklessly encouraging violence , '' said the Democrat challenger .
`` He may believe tweeting about law and order makes him strong - but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to stop seeking conflict shows just how weak he is .
`` He may think that war in our streets is good for his re-election chances , but that is not presidential leadership - or even basic human compassion . ''
Mr Trump is making the issue a key plank of his re-election fight - which polls say he is currently losing - and has seized on protests in cities such as Portland and Kenosha in Wisconsin , where he last week dispatched the National Guard .
He has accused Democrat mayors and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and unrest , tweeting on Friday the `` Ten Most Dangerous Cities in the U.S. are ALL run by Democrats , and this has gone on for DECADES ! ''
Portland 's mayor was visibly angry on Sunday as he hit back at the president 's criticism of him .
Addressing him directly through the camera , he said : `` That 's classic Trump .
Mr President , how can you think that a comment like that , if you 're watching this , is in any way helpful ? ''
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is not collaborative .
I certainly reached out , I believe in a collaborative manner , by saying earlier that you need to do your part and I need to do my part and then we both need to be held accountable , '' Mr Wheeler added .
The mayor told Mr Trump they should `` work together '' .
The president is due to visit Kenosha on Tuesday after protests there last week following the police shooting of Jacob Blake , a black man left paralysed after an officer fired on him @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the incident are unclear .
A police union has claimed he had a knife and attacked officers , but family lawyers deny that and say he was only trying to break up a domestic dispute .
Two people were killed in protests in the city on Tuesday and a 17-year-old , Kyle Rittenhouse , has been charged with homicide .

Donald Trump has lashed out at Portland's "incompetent" mayor as presidential hopeful Joe Biden accused the president of "recklessly encouraging violence" in the city.
A man was killed on Saturday night amid clashes between rival groups in the Oregon city, which has seen months of unrest since the police killing of George Floyd.
Mr Trump tweeted on Sunday: "If the incompetent Mayor of Portland, Ted Wheeler, doesn't get control of his city and stop the Anarchists, Agitators, Rioters and Looters, causing great danger to innocent people, we will go in and take care of matters the way they should have been taken care of 100 days ago!"
Image: Protesters faced off with a large group of Trump supporters in the city
It came as Mr Biden, his opponent in November's election, said the president was "fanning the flames of hate and division in our society and using the politics of fear to whip up his supporters".
Hundreds of people have been arrested in Portland in recent months as some protesters vandalised government buildings and police stations and authorities hit back with tear gas and pepper spray.
On Saturday, around 600 vehicles carrying Trump supporters drove through the city and were confronted by counter protesters.
The founder of right-wing group Patriot Prayer identified the man shot dead as Aaron "Jay" Danielson. Police have released little information and say they are still investigating.
Image: Police take away the body of the person shot dead on Saturday
Mr Biden said in a statement that he condemned the violence "unequivocally" and called on Mr Trump to do the same.
"He is recklessly encouraging violence," said the Democrat challenger.
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"He may believe tweeting about law and order makes him strong - but his failure to call on his supporters to stop seeking conflict shows just how weak he is.
Image: Mr Biden said the president was trying to use 'war in our streets' to his advantage
"He may think that war in our streets is good for his re-election chances, but that is not presidential leadership - or even basic human compassion."
Mr Trump is making the issue a key plank of his re-election fight - which polls say he is currently losing - and has seized on protests in cities such as Portland and Kenosha in Wisconsin, where he last week dispatched the National Guard.
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He has accused Democrat mayors and governors of being weak on tackling violence and unrest, tweeting on Friday the "Ten Most Dangerous Cities in the U.S. are ALL run by Democrats, and this has gone on for DECADES!"
Portland's mayor was visibly angry on Sunday as he hit back at the president's criticism of him.
Addressing him directly through the camera, he said: "That's classic Trump. Mr President, how can you think that a comment like that, if you're watching this, is in any way helpful?"
Image: Portland's mayor spoke directly to the camera as he hit back at Mr Trump's criticism
"It's an aggressive stance, it is not collaborative. I certainly reached out, I believe in a collaborative manner, by saying earlier that you need to do your part and I need to do my part and then we both need to be held accountable," Mr Wheeler added.
The mayor told Mr Trump they should "work together".
The president is due to visit Kenosha on Tuesday after protests there last week following the police shooting of Jacob Blake, a black man left paralysed after an officer fired on him seven times.
The circumstances leading up to the incident are unclear.
Image: Kyle Rittenhouse, 17, has been charged with homicide over the Kenosha deaths. Pic: Adam Rogan/The Journal Times via AP.
A police union has claimed he had a knife and attacked officers, but family lawyers deny that and say he was only trying to break up a domestic dispute.
Two people were killed in protests in the city on Tuesday and a 17-year-old, Kyle Rittenhouse, has been charged with homicide.


skynewsus--2020-08-31--MTV Video Music Awards: Gaga dominates show dedicated to Black Panther star

Lady Gaga has taken home five MTV Video Music Awards from this year 's socially-distanced ceremony , wearing an array of face masks to accept her trophies .
The singer said wearing a face covering was `` a sign of respect '' and acknowledged the crushing impact of both the coronavirus pandemic and social unrest across America , telling fans `` a renaissance is coming '' .
The virtual ceremony was filmed without a live audience and featured pre-recorded outdoor performances in front of small audiences across New York City 's five boroughs due to the health crisis .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dedicated to Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman , who died on Friday aged 43 after privately battling colon cancer for four years .
Gaga had led the night with nine nominations , winning Moon Person trophies for artist of the year , song of the year , best cinematography and best collaboration for Rain On Me , as well as the first ever Tricon award , in recognition of her achievements in music , fashion and acting .
`` I want to share this award with everybody at home tonight .
Everybody that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , '' she said .
`` This has not been an easy year for a lot of people , but what I see in the world is a massive triumph of courage .
`` Just because we 're separated right now and culture may feel less alive in some ways , I know a renaissance is coming and the wrath of pop culture will inspire you and the rage of art will empower you as it responds to hardship with its generosity and love . ''
The evening had kicked off with host @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Before we get into the music tonight , we need to talk about the devastating loss of Chadwick Boseman , an actor whose talent and passion is a true inspiration to all the fans he touched and everyone he encountered .
`` We dedicate tonight 's show to a man whose spirit touched so many .
He is a true hero .
Not just on screen but in everything he did .
His impact lives forever . ''
There was also a video tribute to Boseman , which included his appearance at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Palmer 's opening monologue also contained references to the tumultuous year , touching on the COVID-19 pandemic , plus the Black Lives Matter movement sparked by the death of George Floyd in May .
`` We can never tolerate police brutality , '' the actress and singer said from a set near the Empire State Building .
`` It 's our time to be the change we want to see .
We need to come together , and music has that power . ''
The ceremony also boasted a world TV premiere @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their winning duet together on the night , both wearing face masks throughout .
Grande also took another joint win for best music video from home , for her duet with Justin Bieber , Stuck With U. Taylor Swift won best direction for The Man music video , a song about industry sexism , which clearly hit a note with the industry figures who voted for it .
Canadian artist The Weeknd - who was made up to appear bruised and bloodied - took the video of the year award for Blinding Lights @ @ @ @ @ @ @ best R & B video for the same song .
H.E.R won the video for good award for I Ca n't Breathe , while K-pop superstars BTS won best pop for On .
Some of this year 's biggest pop culture moments also got a look in , with Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion 's viral WAP music video and Netflix 's wild documentary series Tiger King both referenced in the ceremony .
Miley Cyrus also debuted her new single Midnight Sky , referencing her famous Wrecking Ball video by swinging on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Eyed Peas closed the proceedings , with one of the group saying `` Wakanda forever '' , the phrase that encapsulated the black pride generated by Black Panther , as well as `` Black Lives Matter '' .
: : Subscribe to the Backstage podcast on Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts , Spotify , Spreaker The VMAs marked the first major US awards show to take place during the coronavirus pandemic , and will lead the way for next month 's Emmy 's .

Lady Gaga has taken home five MTV Video Music Awards from this year's socially-distanced ceremony, wearing an array of face masks to accept her trophies.
The singer said wearing a face covering was "a sign of respect" and acknowledged the crushing impact of both the coronavirus pandemic and social unrest across America, telling fans "a renaissance is coming".
The virtual ceremony was filmed without a live audience and featured pre-recorded outdoor performances in front of small audiences across New York City's five boroughs due to the health crisis.
Image: Chadwick Boseman attended the MTV Movie & TV Awards in 2018
The night celebrating pop culture and music was dedicated to Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman, who died on Friday aged 43 after privately battling colon cancer for four years.
Gaga had led the night with nine nominations, winning Moon Person trophies for artist of the year, song of the year, best cinematography and best collaboration for Rain On Me, as well as the first ever Tricon award, in recognition of her achievements in music, fashion and acting.
"I want to share this award with everybody at home tonight. Everybody that is their own form of a Tricon," she said.
"This has not been an easy year for a lot of people, but what I see in the world is a massive triumph of courage.
"Just because we're separated right now and culture may feel less alive in some ways, I know a renaissance is coming and the wrath of pop culture will inspire you and the rage of art will empower you as it responds to hardship with its generosity and love."
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player 0:31 'Enough is enough: Keke Palmer's rallying call
The evening had kicked off with host Keke Palmer telling viewers at home: "Before we get into the music tonight, we need to talk about the devastating loss of Chadwick Boseman, an actor whose talent and passion is a true inspiration to all the fans he touched and everyone he encountered.
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"We dedicate tonight's show to a man whose spirit touched so many. He is a true hero. Not just on screen but in everything he did. His impact lives forever."
There was also a video tribute to Boseman, which included his appearance at the 2018 MTV Movie and TV Awards.
Palmer's opening monologue also contained references to the tumultuous year, touching on the COVID-19 pandemic, plus the Black Lives Matter movement sparked by the death of George Floyd in May.
"We can never tolerate police brutality," the actress and singer said from a set near the Empire State Building.
"It's our time to be the change we want to see. We need to come together, and music has that power."
Image: Gaga and Grande's world premiere performance of Rain On Me
The ceremony also boasted a world TV premiere, with Gaga and Ariana Grande performing their winning duet together on the night, both wearing face masks throughout.
Grande also took another joint win for best music video from home, for her duet with Justin Bieber, Stuck With U.
Taylor Swift won best direction for The Man music video, a song about industry sexism, which clearly hit a note with the industry figures who voted for it.
Image: Miley Cyrus performed during the show
Canadian artist The Weeknd - who was made up to appear bruised and bloodied - took the video of the year award for Blinding Lights. He also took the award for best R&B video for the same song.
H.E.R won the video for good award for I Can't Breathe, while K-pop superstars BTS won best pop for On.
Some of this year's biggest pop culture moments also got a look in, with Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion's viral WAP music video and Netflix's wild documentary series Tiger King both referenced in the ceremony.
Image: The Weeknd was made up to appear bruised and blooded
Miley Cyrus also debuted her new single Midnight Sky, referencing her famous Wrecking Ball video by swinging on a sparkling disco ball.
The Black Eyed Peas closed the proceedings, with one of the group saying "Wakanda forever", the phrase that encapsulated the black pride generated by Black Panther, as well as "Black Lives Matter".
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The VMAs marked the first major US awards show to take place during the coronavirus pandemic, and will lead the way for next month's Emmy's.