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Eddie Long Opening Another New Birth Satellite Church in Denver, CO? (w/Update)

• June 4, 2011 • 1 Comment

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Actress Pam Grier Has a New Memoir, and Is On the Book Tour Trail

• April 23, 2010 • 2 Comments

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Photo of Drowned Migrants Captures Pathos of Those Who Risk It All June 26, 2019
A Mexican newspaper published a heartbreaking image of a man and his young daughter who died while trying to cross the Rio Grande.
Lawyer Draws Outrage for Defending Lack of Toothbrushes in Border Detention June 26, 2019
Sarah Fabian, an immigration lawyer for the Justice Department, has become famous for her defense of the government’s failure to provide soap and toothbrushes to children in custody.
‘Talk Is Meaningless’: Readers Tell Us What They Want From the Debates June 26, 2019
Should the Democratic hopefuls focus on differentiating themselves from one another or stir the imagination on who’s best to go against President Trump in the general election?
Navy SEAL Whose Testimony Roiled War-Crimes Trial May Face Perjury Charge June 26, 2019
Prosecutors say Corey Scott lied last week in the court-martial of a fellow Navy SEAL, Edward Gallagher, when he testified that he, and not the defendant, had killed a captive.
Former U.S.C. Gynecologist Arrested in Sex Abuse Case June 26, 2019
Hundreds of women have said that George Tyndall sexually abused them and that school officials did not adequately address their concerns.
Waitress Spit on Eric Trump at Chicago Bar, Trump Organization Says June 26, 2019
Mr. Trump, one of the president’s sons, had been having dinner in Chicago when a waitress spit on him, his company said. He declined to file charges.
Wayfair Furniture Employees Walked Out Over Sales to Migrant Facilities June 26, 2019
Some 500 Wayfair employees signed a letter asking the furniture giant to end business with a government contractor that operates shelters for migrant children.
In a Changing San Francisco, Keeping L.G.B.T.Q. Communities Alive June 26, 2019
Wednesday: Community members are facing tough questions. Also: New details about Representative Duncan Hunter, and Charo.

The Guardian, UK

‘The river is treacherous’: the migrant tragedy one photo can't capture June 26, 2019
The father and his toddler daughter pictured face down in the river were two of dozens who drowned this year while crossing the border to seek asylumShocking photo of drowned father and daughter highlights migrants’ border perilUnder a hot sun beating down on the US border, a family of five can be seen mid-river, struggling against a cruel current of greenis […]
Europe heatwave: cities take steps to limit effects of record temperatures June 26, 2019
Germany imposes speed limits on highways while schools in France remain closedEuropean cities are taking exceptional steps to limit the impact of a historic early summer heatwave as temperatures across the continent approached monthly and, in some places, all-time records.Authorities have warned that temperatures could pass 40C and reach 45C in parts of the […]
Uncovered: the £200m theme park, the businessman – and the missing millions June 26, 2019
A Guardian/ITV News undercover investigation raises concerns about Gavin Woodhouse, who is behind project endorsed by Bear GryllsGavin Woodhouse: entrepreneur says he is ‘a man who delivers’‘I’m devastated’: Gavin Woodhouse care home investor speaks outHow Gavin Woodhouse raised millions for a string of stalled projectsA new £200m outdoor adventure park, whi […]
Growing evidence suggests Parkinson's disease starts in gut June 26, 2019
Research shows key proteins in disease can spread from gastrointestinal tract to brainEvidence that Parkinson’s disease may start off in the gut is mounting, according to new research showing proteins thought to play a key role in the disease can spread from the gastrointestinal tract to the brain.The human body naturally forms a protein called alpha-synucle […]
No-deal Brexit could trigger flurry of profit warnings, say accountants June 26, 2019
ICAEW tells MPs there could be ‘systemic’ impact on economic confidence if UK crashes outCrashing out of the EU at Halloween could result in a “flurry of profit warnings” from publicly listed companies in November, MPs have been warned.The Institute for Chartered Accountants for England and Wales (ICAEW) told MPs that this could have a “systemic” impact on t […]
Trump sexual assault allegation should be investigated, say Republican duo – live June 26, 2019
Senators Mitt Romney and Joni Ernst say ‘very serious allegation’ from E Jean Carroll should be ‘fully evaluated’ – follow the latest liveSign up for the US briefing and get a new perspective 8.21pm BST Online home goods retailer Wayfair sold roughly 1,600 mattresses and 100 bunk beds to Baptist Child and Family Services, a nonprofit that works as a federal […]
Gambian pageant winner accuses ex-president Yahya Jammeh of rape June 26, 2019
Two other unnamed women also accuse Jammeh of rape and sexual assault as investigation claims systematic abuseA Gambian pageant winner has accused the country’s former president of rape as an investigation claims Yahya Jammeh systematically sexually abused young women.Jammeh, who reluctantly stepped down in 2017 after 22 years of rule, presented himself as a […]
Jared Kushner's 'deal of the century' fails to materialise in Bahrain June 26, 2019
Senior adviser to Trump found no interest in his proposals for ending Israel/Palestine conflictIn the end, the ‘deal of the century’ was little more than a failed clearance sale. Jared Kushner arrived in Bahrain touting bedrock principles at untenable discounts. And even then there were no buyers.The conference that was supposed to offer a new way out of the […]

The BBC

Migrant crisis: Senate blocks $4.5bn border aid bill June 26, 2019
A bid to send humanitarian aid to America's southern border has failed in the Republican-led Senate.
US immigration: Drowning exposes risks of illegal crossing June 26, 2019
A man from El Salvador and his baby daughter die in the Rio Grande trying to reach the US.
France heatwave: Paris region closes schools June 26, 2019
Regions around Paris announce school closures as France and Spain expect heat above 40C.
Kenya halts Lamu coal power project at World Heritage Site June 26, 2019
Kenya's first coal power station would increase greenhouse gas emissions by 700%, campaigners say.
Cambodia translator jailed over 'fake news' sex trade documentary June 26, 2019
Rath Rott Mony worked on the documentary "My mother sold me", which officials called "fake news".
Baby girl found alive inside plastic bag June 26, 2019
The girl now known as "Baby India" was found after nearby residents heard cries.
Indian MP Mahua Moitra's 'rising fascism' speech wins plaudits June 26, 2019
Mahua Moitra warns of "early signs of fascism" in India, causing a sensation.
Megan Rapinoe: Donald Trump tells US women's co-captain to 'respect flag' June 26, 2019
President Trump tells US women's team co-captain Megan Rapinoe not to "disrespect our country" after she said she would not visit the White House if they won the World Cup.