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The President and The First Lady at The White House Correspondents’ Dinner, Saturday, April 28, 2012

• April 29, 2012 • Comments Off

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Eddie Murphy Giving Up The Oscar Gig? That Was A Stupid Career Move

• November 10, 2011 • Comments Off

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Molson Coors Shooting in Milwaukee: What We Know February 27, 2020
The gunman and the five people he killed were all employees of the brewery.
What Would a Coronavirus Outbreak in the U.S. Mean for Schools? February 27, 2020
Districts have infectious disease protocols. But few have detailed plans to teach online if schools were closed for long periods.
Killing of Transgender Homeless Woman Sparks Outrage in Puerto Rico February 27, 2020
Alexa Negrón Luciano was shot to death hours after a McDonald’s customer complained that Ms. Negrón had spied on her in the women’s room.
A Police Officer’s Word Convicted Them. Now He’s Charged With Murder. February 27, 2020
Houston’s top prosecutor says at least 69 people, and perhaps many more, could see their convictions overturned in the wake of a botched drug raid that relied on made-up information.
Body Camera Footage Shows Arrest by Orlando Police of 6-Year-Old at School February 27, 2020
The episode, which occurred in September, prompted fierce criticism of the treatment of young children by law enforcement. The officer who arrested the girl was fired.
California’s Influence in the Presidential Primary February 27, 2020
Thursday: We asked a historian about the Golden State’s role in the nominating process. Also: Coronavirus updates; and an otter rescue.
Coronavirus Patient in California Was Not Tested for Days February 27, 2020
Doctors suspected infection with the virus, but the patient did not fit the federal criteria for testing.
On Politics: A Boost for Biden February 27, 2020
A key endorsement in South Carolina and an Obama cease-and-desist: This is your morning tip sheet.

The Guardian, UK

UK to withdraw from European arrest warrant February 27, 2020
Government document reveals plans to ditch tool that allows for fast extradition of criminalsPolitics latest - liveThe UK is to abandon a crucial tool used to speed up the transfer of criminals across borders with other European countries.Acting against the warnings of senior law enforcement officials, the government said it would not be seeking to participa […]
Heathrow third runway ruled illegal over climate change February 27, 2020
Appeal court says decision to give go-ahead not consistent with Paris agreementPlans for a third runway at Heathrow airport have been ruled illegal by the court of appeal because ministers did not adequately take into account the government’s commitments to tackle the climate crisis.The ruling is a major blow to the project at a time when public concern abou […]
Belgian woman dies after taking sip of MDMA-laced wine February 27, 2020
Alert issued after woman opens bottle believed to have been used to transport drugBelgian prosecutors have issued an alert over a woman who died after taking a sip of wine from a bottle suspected of being used to transport the drug MDMA.The 41-year-old collapsed shortly after opening the French red to enjoy with a colleague after work. She took a sip from a […]
Chechen blogger escapes apparent assassination bid in Poland February 27, 2020
Tumso Abdurakhmanov is the latest victim of a murder attempt after similar attacks on exiled dissidentsA well-known Chechen blogger has survived an apparent assassination attempt in Poland, in the latest of a series of attacks on dissidents exiled in Europe.Tumso Abdurakhmanov posted a video showing him disheveled and breathing hard, standing over the bloodi […]
'Judge me fairly': man who starved to death's plea to welfare officials February 27, 2020
Handwritten letter found in Errol Graham’s flat, where he died after his benefits were cutHave you been affected by changes to disability welfare payments? Errol Graham, a desperately ill man who died of starvation when his benefits were cut off, wrote a moving letter pleading with welfare officials to “judge me fairly” because he was overwhelmed by depressi […]
World may miss carbon targets unless big firms improve – Mark Carney February 27, 2020
Bank of England governor warns City about need for businesses to fully disclose climate impactBusinesses must improve how they disclose their impact on the environment or risk failing to meet climate targets, the Bank of England governor, Mark Carney, warned the City on Thursday.Without disclosure rules that allow investors to compare how businesses are meet […]
Former Netanyahu maid seeks damages over first lady's 'rage' February 27, 2020
Sara Netanyahu faces fresh allegations of mistreating staff a week before Israeli electionsA former housekeeper at Benjamin Netanyahu’s official residence is suing the Israeli prime minister’s wife, Sara, for $190,000 (£148,000) in damages for pain and suffering allegedly caused during her employment there.The woman’s lawyer, Opheer Shimson, said his client […]
UK weather: third storm in a month to bring more misery in flooded areas February 27, 2020
Storm Jorge may bring 70mph winds on coast and downpours in Wales and northern EnglandPeople living in flooded areas are facing more misery as the third storm to hit the UK in a month takes hold over the weekend.Storm Jorge is expected to batter coastal areas with winds of up to 70mph, while downpours of up to 80mm could fall on already flooded areas. Contin […]

The BBC

Coronavirus: Japan to close all schools to halt spread February 27, 2020
The month-long closure will affect 13 million students, the government says.
Obama slams 'despicable' attack ad against Joe Biden February 27, 2020
The ex-US leader wants to stop TV stations airing the ad about black voters which is aimed against Joe Biden.
Tasmania snow concludes Australia's summer of extremes February 27, 2020
Snowfall in Tasmania adds a final chapter to Australia's summer of dramatic weather.
Quaden Bayles: Bullied boy's family turns down trip to Disneyland February 27, 2020
Relatives of the Australian nine-year-old say they will give the crowdfunded cash to charity.
Grandfather admits guilt in girl's cruise ship death February 27, 2020
Salvatore Anello thought the window the girl fell through on the cruise ship was covered by glass.
Taylor Swift literally plays The Man in new video February 27, 2020
The singer wears a beard, wig and suit and sings about the joys of being male in the music business.
Ten-year-old in Houston, Texas accidentally shot by babysitter February 27, 2020
The babysitter had been taking selfies with the weapon when the shooting occurred on Tuesday.
Greek protests: Dozens hurt as island clashes intensify February 27, 2020
Police and protesters clashed on Lesbos and Chios over plans to build new migrant centres.