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Kevin Eubanks Leaves “The Tonight Show”

• May 29, 2010 • Comments Off

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The President at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. And Jessica Simpson Dearly Wants to Be Michelle Obama.

• May 2, 2010 • Comments Off

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The Madison WI Capitol Times

Rep. Mark Pocan says furloughed federal employees at Dane County Airport are still working and in good spirits January 23, 2019
Pocan addressed reporters before flying back to Washington, D.C., from Madison to work on a deal with Democrats to try to end the shutdown. Some TSA agents have called in sick at major airports across the country, but that is…
With a storm on the way, snow emergency parking becomes an issue in Madison mayor's race January 23, 2019
The snowfall triggered the city's alternate side parking rules.
Report: High rates, long stays in parole drive Wisconsin's mass incarceration January 23, 2019
After release from prison, Wisconsin places more individuals under parole supervision and for longer periods of time than the national average, according to a new report from the Justice Lab at Columbia University.
In State of the State address, Evers pledges to withdraw from ACA suit; focus on racial disparities, education, health care January 23, 2019
In his first State of the State address to the Republican-led Legislature and the people of Wisconsin, Democratic Gov. Tony Evers pledged to follow "the will of the people" while tackling racial disparities, investing in public education and improving the…
Conner Wild: Real classy, Madison January 22, 2019
Articles published about Tree Lane highlight our community’s entrenched classism. I’m tired of people complaining about the callousness of Donald Trump and Scott Walker while we treat our very own neighbors just as disdainfully.
The Madsplainers: Nick Hart is 'the real human candidate' January 22, 2019
Nick Hart says he's running for mayor to boost voter turnout, call out Madison's record on race and progressive politics, and learn a thing or two about municipal politics along the way.
David Froemming: Don't ignore religion in explaining Trump's supporters January 22, 2019
Dear Editor: Paul Fanlund did a good job in his Jan. 17 column on Trump’s wall fiasco diagnosing the reason Trump supporters stay with him despite all false equivalencies and irrationality. Trump does a good job of hurting the other…
Coming Attractions: Jane Fonda, Cody Ko & Noel Miller, Julia Michaels January 22, 2019
Legendary actress Jane Fonda will talk about her life and career at Overture Hall on July 7.

The New York Times

Los Angeles Teachers’ Strike to End as Deal Is Reached January 23, 2019
The deal includes caps on class sizes and hiring full-time nurses for every school, as well as a 6 percent pay raise for teachers.
Videos Show a Collision of 3 Groups That Spawned a Fiery Political Moment January 23, 2019
Additional videos show a more nuanced picture of an encounter in Washington among high school students from Kentucky, a group participating in the Indigenous Peoples March and Hebrew Israelites.
Arrest of Immigrant Suspected in 4 Nevada Killings Draws Trump’s Attention January 23, 2019
Wilbur Martinez-Guzman is believed to be in the United States illegally, the authorities said. They say he is responsible for four homicides in nine days.
After Viral Video, Families of Covington Are Swiftly Circling to Protect Their Boys January 22, 2019
A Catholic high school in Kentucky has been thrust into a firestorm that touched seemingly every raw nerve in this polarized country — race, President Trump and the behavior of young white men.
Kansas Lawmakers Defect to Democrats as G.O.P. Struggles in Suburbs January 22, 2019
Four moderates from the Kansas City metro area have changed parties in the last month, reflecting a national realignment on a key partisan battleground.
‘Get Us Our Paycheck’: Federal Employees Struggling Without Pay January 22, 2019
An estimated 800,000 federal employees haven’t been paid since the government shutdown began. Those working for the I.R.S. and other agencies are being ordered to return to work during the shutdown. We spoke with some of them.
From Federal Worker to Uber Driver: Odd Jobs to Make Ends Meet in the Shutdown January 22, 2019
Furloughed government employees desperate for income have become unlikely entrants into America’s gig economy, substitute teaching, babysitting and delivering food.
In Shadow of Trump Hotel, Unpaid Federal Workers Find Help January 17, 2019
The chef José Andrés and his nonprofit disaster relief organization set up a kitchen to feed thousands of furloughed government employees.

The New Orleans Times-Picayune

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 the entire Mueller report be released to the public? January 21, 2019
The nation is waiting with bated breath for the results of Robert Mueller's investigation
Should William Barr recuse himself from the Mueller investigation? January 16, 2019
William Barr has accepted President Trump's nomination to replace Jeff Sessions as Attorney General.
Powerball numbers: 1 winning ticket sold for Wednesday's $294 million lottery jackpot December 27, 2018
These are the winning numbers in the Powerball lottery drawing Wednesday.
Is the new method of male birth control the ultimate symbol of male privilege? December 24, 2018
Under a new trial, men will massage a gel into their shoulders after they shower.
Powerball numbers: Are you the lucky winner of Saturday's $281 million lottery jackpot? December 23, 2018
These are the winning numbers in the Powerball lottery drawing Saturday.
Is the judicial system too political? December 20, 2018
In the last few years, the public has become more and more aware of political bias within the court system
Would you work for someone you think is a bad person? December 20, 2018
Several members of the Trump administration have been harsh critics of the president before taking a job working for him.

The Guardian, UK

Tory hardliners reconsider May deal amid fears that Brexit could be blocked January 23, 2019
Revised deal – including backstop concessions – could win support to see off ‘Europhile kamikaze MPs’Tory Brexit supporters alarmed by the prospect of a delay have hinted they could be won over in the coming weeks – if Theresa May can produce a serious concession from Brussels on the Irish backstop.The numbers may not be enough for May to win support for her […]
Senate to vote on pair of bills that could end government shutdown January 22, 2019
Republican-backed measure would meet Trump’s wall demand while the second would extend funding for closed agenciesThe Senate will vote on Thursday on a pair of bills that could end the month-long partial shutdown of the federal government– if passed.The first bill, a Republican-backed measure, would meet Donald Trump’s demand for a $5.7bn wall along the sout […]
'I'm being watched': Anne-Marie Brady, the China critic living in fear of Beijing January 23, 2019
New Zealand academic says Chinese intimidation tactics she has studied are now being used against herIt’s just gone midday at Canterbury University and Professor Anne-Marie Brady is rock-hopping across a crystal clear stream.The life-long academic takes an overgrown bush track to reach the Okeover community gardens, her eyes scanning the sky for native birds […]
South Korea unveils biggest ever investigation into abuse in sport January 23, 2019
Human rights commission to interview possibly thousands of adults and children in wake of allegationsSouth Korea’s human rights commission plans to interview possibly thousands of adult and child athletes about a culture of abuse in sports after a wave of female athletes came forward to allege they had been raped or assaulted by their coaches.The year-long i […]
Hong Kong: bill seeks to make insulting Chinese anthem a crime January 23, 2019
Those breaking the rule could be jailed for up to three years and fined under proposed legislationHong Kong is set to introduce a controversial bill on Wednesday that would make disrespecting the Chinese national anthem a crime punishable by up to three years in prison, raising fresh fears about freedom of expression in the city.Chinese authorities have soug […]
UK has biggest fossil fuel subsidies in the EU, finds commission January 23, 2019
Subsidies for coal, oil and gas are not falling despite EU pledges to tackle climate changeThe UK leads the European Union in giving subsidies to fossil fuels, according to a report from the European commission. It found €12bn (£10.5bn) a year in support for fossil fuels in the UK, significantly more than the €8.3bn spent on renewable energy.The commission r […]
MPs pass counter-terror bill amendments to protect aid workers January 23, 2019
Move follows calls to exempt people working in conflict zones from bill that would make it an offence to visit terror hotspotsMPs have passed amendments to the government’s latest counter-terrorism bill to try to protect British aid workers and journalists from facing criminal charges in conflict zones.The controversial draft bill, aimed at tackling Isis fig […]
Lachlan Murdoch denies father Rupert ever said Malcolm Turnbull has 'got to go' January 23, 2019
News Corp co-chairman says Rupert Murdoch ‘definitely never said’ that adding, his ‘mind doesn’t work like that’ Lachlan Murdoch has categorically denied his father ever said that Malcolm Turnbull had to be removed from office, a story which the former prime minister has claimed is true.In September last year it was reported by the Australian Financial Revie […]

The BBC

Zimbabwe troops accused of 'systematic torture' of protesters January 23, 2019
A rights group has criticised authorities for using soldiers to quell protests over fuel price rises.
Four held over New York state 'plot' against Muslims January 22, 2019
Three men and a boy are charged with conspiracy to attack an Islamic community in New York state.
Rudolf Hess: DNA test disproves Spandau prison conspiracy theory January 22, 2019
A DNA test carried out by scientists shows the man jailed in Spandau prison was Rudolf Hess.
'Racist' D&G ad: Chinese model says campaign ruined her career January 23, 2019
Chinese model Zuo Ye says she feels "guilty and ashamed" but asks for understanding.
Sabarimala: India woman who defied temple ban 'abandoned' by family January 23, 2019
Kanaka Durga's family have locked her out of her home after her historic entry into a Hindu temple.
US Supreme Court allows Trump military transgender ban January 22, 2019
The ruling means certain transgender people can be barred from joining or staying in the military.
Yang Hengjun: Australia seeks information on writer 'missing' in China January 23, 2019
The Australian government says it is seeking information about blogger Yang Hengjun.
Chris Brown: US singer released in Paris rape inquiry January 22, 2019
The American singer denies wrongdoing after a woman accused him of raping her in a hotel room.

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