AP Lifestyles Digest

| June 23, 2020 8:27 AM

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OUTDOORS

Racial Injustice-Black Birders: A viral video of a white woman targeting a Black bird watcher in New York’s Central Park has renewed attention on how the great outdoors can often be far from great for Black people. Worries about discrimination, racial profiling and even subtle aggression keep some away. Furthermore, those fears can perpetuate the stereotype that hiking, camping and even bird watching are “white” activities. Black birders say the issue is access. By Terry Tang. SENT Tuesday, photos.

FAMILY

Racial Injustice-White Parents-Black Children.: OKLAHOMA CITY -- The Associated Press discussed race with six white couples who have adopted or have custody of Black children. The topic has more layers since George Floyd’s death has inspired protests and led to changes in police procedures. These parents are trying to help their children understand race in America while getting an accelerated course themselves. By Cliff Brunt. UPCOMING Tuesday, 1,000 words, with photos.

Virus Outbreak-Reopening Schools: As schools consider how and when to reopen their buildings during the pandemic, many are finding themselves overwhelmed by the potential expenses that would come with operating under social distancing guidelines: protective equipment, staff for smaller classrooms, and additional transportation to keep students spread out on bus rides. The burdens loom large in particular for urban, under-resourced districts. SENT Tuesday, photos.

Virus Outbreak-Viral Questions-Support Bubble: Is it safe to form a COVID-19 “support bubble” with friends? Yes, if done correctly. SENT Tuesday, 290 words, photo.

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TRAVEL

Virus-Outbreak-Summer Beach Tips: Americans have never been more ready to get out of the house and bask in the sun. Warm weather beach destinations are the most popular vacation searches. But the craving for a beach getaway coincides with recent spikes in coronavirus cases in beach havens like Florida, Texas and the Carolinas. Experts say a beach trip is low-risk as long as you follow some basic precautions. By Kelli Kennedy. SENT Monday, 700 words, photos.

Virus Outbreak-Alaska Tourism: In one quirky Alaska town, small sightseeing planes sit idle on the airport tarmac, the grand fireplace is bare at the usually bustling lodge, and the general store is stocked with ice cream for tourists who are nowhere to be seen. It’s almost “ghost town-esque,” said Fernando Salvador, a business owner in Talkeetna, which lies about halfway between Anchorage and Denali National Park. The coronavirus has upended everything during Alaska's tourism season. SENT Monday, photos.

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GARDENING

Design: This could be the summer to take your garden to the next level. An ordinary landscape can be transformed with some imagination, design, and perhaps the help of a local agriculture extension service, landscape professional or private nursery. By John Raby. SENT Tuesday, 800 words, photos.

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HOMES

Designer-Rethinking Outdoors: ASK A DESIGNER: Making the most of your outdoor space, no matter how small. By Melissa Rayworth. SENT Tuesday, 800 words, photos.

NerdWallet-Millennial-Money-Plan-Budget-DIY: Millennial Money: How to plan and budget for DIY goals now. By Sean Pyles of NerdWallet. SENT Tuesday, 760 words.

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FOOD

Virus Outbreak Latin America Restaurants: The economic implosion caused by the COVID-19 pandemic is threatening to shutter some of Latin America’s most emblematic eateries. In Colombia, the nation’s oldest restaurant – founded in 1916 – has laid off all its workers and isn’t sure when doors will open again. Others like a prize-winning restaurant in Peru are hoping to survive by changing how they operate – serving simple takeaway meals instead of 16-course dinners for $200. In Argentina, one of the most renown steakhouses has been turned into a butcher’s shop. UPCOMING Tuesday, photos, video.

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FASHION

America Protests-Luxury Fashion: Luxury fashion got a whole lot of blowback when the brands lined up social media posts to show solidarity with Black Lives Matters protests. Global fashion brands have been challenged in the past to become more racially inclusive. But the U.S protests against systemic racism are increasingly targeting the fashion world and its role as a cultural beacon. Influencers and brand ambassadors now feel emboldened to speak out about behind-the-scenes bad behavior. SENT Monday, photos.

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