Headlines on 2020-07-01

Russians will vote on a referendum that may give Putin more power. A new tool will help you see the COVID-19 threat in your area. And, more brands are pulling Facebook ads as part of a boycott.

It can be challenging to talk to your boss if you're worried about losing your job.  National workplace expert Lynn Taylor told Business Insider many employees are anxious about losing their jobs due to the economic disruption caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Taylor advises employees to set aside time to talk with their managers, ask for an explanation about job security at the company, and to approach the conversation in a non-threatening way.   Business Insider is launching a newsletter on...

As states begin to reopen following the COVID-19 shutdown, travelers are making vacation plans for summer and beyond. For vacationers who prioritize maintaining social distance, Airbnb allows visitors to book a private house or apartment without interacting with other guests.  East Coasters or urban dwellers craving a pine-scented getaway should consider the uncrowded Adirondacks in upstate New York for year-round mountain scenery, refreshing lakes, and outdoor activities. We compiled...

Tyrone Siu/Reuters Hong Kong police have arrested at least 180 protesters on the first day China's new national security law was enacted. Protesters were faced with riot police, water cannon and pepper spray. At least seven of the protesters were arrested for being in violation of the new law, the police tweeted. They were displaying pro-independence materials. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. Hong Kong police have arrested more than 180 people participating in protests on...

Oscar-nominated documentary maker Feras Fayyad delivered the first witness testimony in a crimes against humanity trial against a former Syrian government official in Germany.

Fox News fired high-profile Washington correspondent Ed Henry over a sexual misconduct complaint made against him by a former employee.  The network's leadership said in a Wednesday message to employees that they "received a complaint about Ed Henry from a former employee's attorney involving willful sexual misconduct in the workplace years ago."  Henry, who has been married to NPR journalist Shirley Hung since 2010, took time off from Fox in 2016 following reporting that he had an extended...

Drew Angerer/Getty Beyond Meat will sell its plant-based patties in grocery stores in China for the first time, in collaboration with Chinese tech giant Alibaba. The company's meat-alternative products will be rolled out in 50 Freshippo stores across Shanghai from July 4 onwards. Freshippo is known as Hema in China. This is not the burger-maker's first foray into China. Earlier this year, it partnered with Starbucks and Yum Brands' subsidiaries for regional distribution. Visit Business...

Sean Zanni American Eagle Outfitters launched a new brand called Unsubscribed, with a single store location in East Hampton, New York.  "Unsubscribed is a slow retail concept. Less deliveries, elevated quality, beautiful design — it's about taking things easy," Jennifer Foyle, global brand president for Aerie, said in a statement.  The store sells a private label and a curated selection of third-party designers.  Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. American Eagle Outfitters...

This story was delivered to Insider Intelligence Banking Briefing subscribers earlier this morning. Insider Intelligence publishes hundreds of research reports, charts, and forecasts on the Banking industry with the Banking Briefing. You can learn more about subscribing here. The high volume of US customers who have opted into payment deferrals since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic has complicated credit assessments, leading banks to tighten their lending standards, The Wall Street...

Experts have said to avoid touching your face to prevent the spread of COVID-19. This 15-year-old invented a watch that would help do just that.

More than 400 advertisers are pressing pause on their Facebook ads, in a costly backlash against the social network's handling of hate speech.

NPR's Noel King speaks with Errin Haines, an editor at The 19th, and Cynthia Miller-Idriss, an expert on white nationalism, about President Trump's sharing of a controversial video.