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Whoopi Goldberg Fumes at Trump’s “Birther” Charges

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Hit by Ransomware Attack, Florida City Agrees to Pay Hackers $600,000 June 19, 2019
Riviera Beach, Fla., authorized its insurer to pay a Bitcoin ransom to hackers who have paralyzed the city’s computer systems for three weeks.
Alaska Teenager Plotted Best Friend’s Murder for $9 Million, Police Say June 20, 2019
A man who met Denali Brehmer online offered her the money to arrange the killing of Cynthia Hoffman, 19, and document the crime with photos and video, the authorities said.
Could Trump Use the Sept. 11 War Law to Attack Iran Without Going to Congress? June 20, 2019
Talk of purported Iran-Qaeda ties is raising questions about whether the Trump administration is laying the groundwork to claim that it needs no new legal authority to take military action.
How a Dallas Photojournalist Captured an Image of a Gunman Mid-Attack June 19, 2019
“Was I in the right place at the wrong time, or was I in the wrong place at the right time?” the photojournalist, Tom Fox of The Dallas Morning News, said after a man opened fire at a federal courthouse.
A Beached Whale Needs Somewhere to Rot. How About Your Place? June 19, 2019
So many gray whales have been washing up in Washington State this year that officials are short of places to put them, and are asking coastal landowners to volunteer. Some have said yes.
The Evangelical, the ‘Pool Boy,’ the Comedian and Michael Cohen June 19, 2019
Jerry Falwell Jr. defied expectations when he supported Donald J. Trump in 2016. Now details are emerging about behind-the-scenes maneuvering before the endorsement.
People Are Taking Emotional Support Animals Everywhere. States Are Cracking Down. June 19, 2019
More Americans are saying they need a variety of animals — dogs, ducks, even insects — for their mental health. But critics say many are really just pets that do not merit special status.
‘It’s Called Genocide’: Newsom Apologizes to the State’s Native Americans June 19, 2019
Wednesday: What does an apology mean? Also: Facebook’s cryptocurrency play and happy birthday to Theodore Payne.

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Bourbon Street reconstruction cost doubles, start of 2nd half delayed to May 2018 August 23, 2017
Final cost has jumped from original estimate of $6 million to over $13 million.
Should Congress ban the use of government shutdowns? February 12, 2019
Several pieces of legislation have been proposed to make shutdowns obsolete, but many lawmakers want the threat to negotiate with.
Should navigation apps warn when police are nearby? February 11, 2019
Some navigations apps do more than tell you when to turn left or right; they tell you when you're approaching a police checkpoint.
Was Matthew Whitaker disrespectful in his Congressional hearing? February 9, 2019
With days left before the Senate votes to confirm his successor William Barr, Acting Attorney General Matthew Whitaker was called in to answer questions from the House Judiciary Committee
Should Ralph Northam resign? February 5, 2019
The governor initially admitted to being in the photo and apologized, only to recant the next day.
Should former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz actually run for president? January 31, 2019
Howard Schultz, the former CEO of Starbucks, has announced his intention to explore a run for president.
Is it realistic to save money after college? January 28, 2019
Experts say that you should aim to save 25 percent of your gross pay by your early twenties and the equivalent of your annual salary by your thirties.
Can Democratic presidential nominees outrun their baggage? January 23, 2019
As the Democratic field for president becomes more crowded every day, every life decision and each vote is coming under intense scrutiny.

The Guardian, UK

Iran shoots down US drone June 20, 2019
Iran says US ‘spy’ drone was flying in its airspace amid strained relations over last week’s oil tanker attacks Iran has shot down an US drone in the strait of Hormuz, accusing Washington of breaching Iran’s national sovereignty and trying to deepen tensions in the region.Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said on Thursday that they had used a surface to air missil […]
UK arms sales to Saudi Arabia declared unlawful by court of appeal June 20, 2019
Exports contributed to indiscriminate civilian deaths in Saudi-led bombing campaign in Yemen, court rulesBritish arms sales to Saudi Arabia that were used in Yemen have been declared unlawful by the court of appeal because they contributed to indiscriminate civilian casualties in the bombing campaign from forces led by the Gulf kingdom.The ruling from three […]
Vladimir Putin to hold national phone-in after Russians charged over MH17 June 20, 2019
Newscasters will cautiously press Russian president on the economy, protests and foreign relations in choreographed eventRussian President Vladimir Putin will address the nation in a live televised broadcast on Thursday, one day after a Dutch-led investigation accused four Russian-back separatists in the 2014 shooting down of a passenger jet over east Ukrain […]
Cassius's Philippe Zdar dies in fall from Paris building June 20, 2019
French producer worked for acts including Phoenix, Kanye West and the Beastie BoysThe French DJ and producer Philippe Zdar has died after accidentally falling from a building in Paris, his agent has said. Zdar, born Philippe Cerboneschi, and Hubert Blanc-Francard had produced tracks for the French rapper MC Solaar before founding the dance music duo Cassius […]
Xi Jinping lands in North Korea to meet Kim ahead of Trump talks June 20, 2019
First visit by Chinese president in 14 years expected to heal rift that has grown over Kim Jong-un’s nuclear programmePresident Xi Jinping has landed in North Korea for a historic trip to Pyongyang, rebooting a troubled alliance as he and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un face their own challenges with US president Donald Trump.Xi’s visit is the first by a Chi […]
Himalayan glacier melting doubled since 2000, spy satellites show June 19, 2019
Ice losses indicate ‘devastating’ future for region and 1 billion people who depend on it for waterThe melting of Himalayan glaciers has doubled since the turn of the century, with more than a quarter of all ice lost over the last four decades, scientists have revealed. The accelerating losses indicate a “devastating” future for the region, upon which a bill […]
Former Interpol chief Meng Hongwei put on trial for bribery in China June 20, 2019
Meng vanished in September during a visit to China from his home in LyonFormer Interpol chief Meng Hongwei has been put on trial for bribery, according to Chinese state media.Official government mouthpiece the People’s Daily claimed Meng had admitted his guilt during a court hearing on Thursday after prosecutors accused him of taking 14.5 million yuan ($2.11 […]
Tory leadership: Rudd asks Johnson to quash talk of Gove revenge June 20, 2019
Rudd says claims ‘discredit’ voting process as MPs prepare to select final two candidatesAmber Rudd has called on Boris Johnson to respond to concerns that his campaign is encouraging supporters to lend votes to Jeremy Hunt in an attempt to eliminate Michael Gove from the Conservative leadership race.The work and pensions secretary, who is backing Hunt to be […]

The BBC

Gulf crisis: US confirms drone was shot down by Iranian missile June 20, 2019
It happened over the Strait of Hormuz, amid soaring tensions between the US and Iran.
Gulf crisis: Close up to stricken oil tanker with the US Navy June 19, 2019
The BBC's Mark Lowen sees the damage caused to one of the oil tankers attacked in the Gulf of Oman.
Saudi arms sales: Court of Appeal demands review June 20, 2019
Campaigners win a legal challenge over the UK government's decision to allow arms sales to Saudi Arabia.
Cassius' Philippe Zdar dies in accidental fall June 20, 2019
Philippe Zdar, one half of French dance duo Cassius, dies on the eve of their new album's release.
Xi Jinping visits N Korea to boost China's ties with Kim June 20, 2019
It's the first Chinese state visit there in 14 years and comes after US nuclear talks stalled.
David Ortiz: Boston Red Sox legend 'not target of shooting' June 20, 2019
The man suspected of ordering the attack in Santo Domingo is said to be linked to Mexican criminals.
Nxivm: Sex cult leader Raniere found guilty in New York June 19, 2019
Nxivm leader Keith Raniere is found guilty of all charges against him in a New York court.
Showbiz whales freed from captivity arrive in Iceland June 20, 2019
Two performing beluga whales are freed to live out their days in a secluded Icelandic bay.

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