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Lessons From a ‘California Witch Hunt’ May 24, 2019
Friday: An exhibit tells the story of the California Un-American Activities Committee. Also: The state’s fastest-growing city; and prunes
Missouri and Oklahoma Weather: Live Updates May 24, 2019
Much of the central United States braced Friday for another day of nasty storms, raging floodwaters and the potential for powerful tornadoes.
Missouri Tornadoes: Rain, Floods and ‘Then the Sirens Go’ May 24, 2019
First came floods across Nebraska and Iowa. Then the Mississippi River rose and rose, threatening towns. And on Wednesday, a series of violent tornadoes tore through the region.
John Walker Lindh, the ‘American Taliban,’ Was Released. Trump Said He Tried to Stop It. May 23, 2019
Mr. Lindh, who was captured in Afghanistan in 2001, was released from prison on probation this week after serving 17 years of a 20-year sentence for providing support to the Taliban.
Storms Leave Trail of Debris and Waterlogged Cities May 24, 2019
A tornado killed at least three people in southwestern Missouri, while another caused “extensive” damage in Jefferson City.
Maine Just Banned Native American Mascots. It’s a Movement That’s Inching Forward. May 23, 2019
Professional sports teams and big college sports programs have often resisted calls to rethink their names and logos. But at local levels, lawmakers have had more success.
These Rape Victims Had to Sue to Get the Police to Investigate May 23, 2019
As more women come forward to report sexual assault, some say law enforcement has failed them. ‘There was no collection of evidence,’ one victim said. ‘Except off my body.’
Photos of Missouri Tornado: Jefferson City Damage ‘Extensive’ May 24, 2019
The aftermath of a tornado that tore through Missouri’s state capital Wednesday night.

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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.

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Kenya court upholds ban on gay sex in major setback for activists May 24, 2019
Judges in Nairobi say they had not seen enough evidence of discrimination to change lawJudges at Kenya’s high court have rejected a bid to repeal colonial-era laws criminalising gay sex, in a major setback to LGBT campaigners who had hoped that scrapping the laws would inspire other countries in Africa to do the same.A bench of three judges told a packed cou […]
Facebook refuses to delete fake Pelosi video spread by Trump supporters May 24, 2019
Footage of House speaker deliberately slowed down to make her appear drunk or illFacebook says it will continue to host a video of Nancy Pelosi that has been edited to give the impression that the Democratic House Speaker is drunk or unwell, in the latest incident highlighting its struggle to deal with disinformation.The viral clip shows Pelosi – who has pub […]
IVF couples could be able to choose the ‘smartest’ embryo May 24, 2019
US scientist says it will be possible to rank embryos by ‘potential IQ’ within 10 yearsCouples undergoing IVF treatment could be given the option to pick the “smartest” embryo within the next 10 years, a leading US scientist has predicted.Stephen Hsu, senior vice president for research at Michigan State University, said scientific advances mean it will soon […]
Diehard Bolsonaro supporters prepare to march as criticism of his rule intensifies May 24, 2019
As his approval ratings plunge, critics say Brazilian president’s approach has been ‘shocking’Hardcore supporters of Brazil’s president, Jair Bolsonaro, have urged his followers to flood the streets in defence of their leader on Sunday amid mounting conservative angst over the far-right populist’s anarchic opening act in office.Bolsonaro swept to power last […]
UN poverty expert hits back over UK ministers' 'denial of facts' May 24, 2019
Exclusive: Philip Alston says he thought government response to his report might be a spoofThe United Nations expert whose warning of deepening poverty in Britain was this week dismissed as “barely believable” by ministers, has said the government’s denial is as worrying as the poverty itself.Philip Alston, the UN rapporteur on extreme poverty and human righ […]
Harvey Weinstein and accusers 'reach tentative $44m compensation deal' May 24, 2019
The agreement would resolve lawsuits and compensate the Hollywood producer’s alleged victimsTwo and half years after accusations of sexual misconduct against Harvey Weinstein were first published, in October 2017 in the New York Times, Weinstein has reached a tentative $44m deal to resolve a number of lawsuits and compensate his alleged victims of sexual mis […]
ACLU and Planned Parenthood file lawsuit to block Alabama abortion ban – live May 24, 2019
Organizations filed a lawsuit on behalf of abortion providers in the state challenging the extreme law passed earlier this monthSign up for the US briefing and get a new perspective 3.43pm BST Here’s the ACLU’s own tweet on the news of its lawsuit to block the abortion ban in Alabama.BREAKING: We just filed our lawsuit to stop Alabama's abortion ban fro […]
European elections: UK regulator urged to count late postal votes May 24, 2019
Group of MEPs writes to Electoral Commission over reports of ballot paper delaysThe Electoral Commission has been asked to permit late postal votes for the European parliament elections to be counted as reports continue of many British nationals living abroad receiving their ballot papers too late to return on time.A group of 10 MEPs has written to the regul […]

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France's Macron urges Brexit clarity after May resignation May 24, 2019
President Emmanuel Macron says the EU needs to know quickly what the UK wants with Brexit.
Trump orders new powers for Attorney General's surveillance probe May 24, 2019
The move gives new authority to the attorney general, who is investigating if Mr Trump was spied on.
Taiwan gay marriage: Three couples and a wedding to celebrate equality May 23, 2019
Three couples find a special way to celebrate Taiwan becoming the first place in Asia to legalise same-sex marriage.
Harvey Weinstein 'to settle with accusers for $44m' May 24, 2019
The film producer reached a deal with women who say he sexually abused them, his lawyers tell media.
Mona Lisa 'brought to life' with deepfake AI May 24, 2019
Samsung makes a moving Mona Lisa from a single photo using AI technology.
Everest: Three more die amid overcrowding near summit May 24, 2019
Seven have died climbing the world's highest peak in a week - more than for the whole of last year.
Iran police arrest 30 at private yoga class May 24, 2019
The mixed group was detained in Gorgan after an event, which was advertised on Instagram.
School students walk out in global climate strike May 24, 2019
From Australia to Europe, school children are skipping classes to call for action on climate change.

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