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Farm Bill Failure Underscores a Divided GOP
- May 21, 2018
Reporters suggested that Freedom Caucus Chairman Meadows received a confirmation from House leadership on Friday morning on a vote for the Goodlatte immigration bill . The Republicans only need five more members if every Democrat also signed on. In addition to the changes to the food security benefit in the bill, Welch objects to a slew of other provisions in the package. (more...)
- May 21, 2018
Reporters suggested that Freedom Caucus Chairman Meadows received a confirmation from House leadership on Friday morning on a vote for the Goodlatte immigration bill . The Republicans only need five more members if every Democrat also signed on. In addition to the changes to the food security benefit in the bill, Welch objects to a slew of other provisions in the package. (more...)
Career-best 61 lifts Leishman to Byron Nelson lead
- May 21, 2018
The three-time PGA Tour victor, whose previous career-low was 62, then made birdies at the sixth and seventh holes before a scorching trip around the back nine that included four birdies and an eagle at the par-five 14th. "Wish I got more out of it, honestly". "Being my second chance at it, I feel like it's only going to be better than that". Spieth was hoping for the teeth on one of his home courses , but couldn't take advantage of his experience with it. (more...)
- May 21, 2018
The three-time PGA Tour victor, whose previous career-low was 62, then made birdies at the sixth and seventh holes before a scorching trip around the back nine that included four birdies and an eagle at the par-five 14th. "Wish I got more out of it, honestly". "Being my second chance at it, I feel like it's only going to be better than that". Spieth was hoping for the teeth on one of his home courses , but couldn't take advantage of his experience with it. (more...)
Abortion clinics to lose funding under new Trump rule
- May 21, 2018
Later this month, the U.S. Supreme Court is set to decide whether to review an Arkansas restriction that threatens to close two of the state's three abortion providers and make it the first state to effectively ban medication abortions. "Governor Baker supports women's health and believes the Commonwealth has a responsibility to ensure access to the important health care services offered by Planned Parenthood and other reproductive health providers in all corners of our state", said Lizzy ... (more...)
- May 21, 2018
Later this month, the U.S. Supreme Court is set to decide whether to review an Arkansas restriction that threatens to close two of the state's three abortion providers and make it the first state to effectively ban medication abortions. "Governor Baker supports women's health and believes the Commonwealth has a responsibility to ensure access to the important health care services offered by Planned Parenthood and other reproductive health providers in all corners of our state", said Lizzy ... (more...)
Vegas tops Winnipeg to move one win from Cup final
- May 21, 2018
William Karlsson and Tomas Nosek also scored for Vegas, and Marc-Andre Fleury, ninth all-time for postseason wins, made 36 saves to earn his 73rd career playoff victory. The Golden Knights, the expansion team that has exceeded expectations throughout the season, have won three games in a row since the Jets claimed the series opener. (more...)
- May 21, 2018
William Karlsson and Tomas Nosek also scored for Vegas, and Marc-Andre Fleury, ninth all-time for postseason wins, made 36 saves to earn his 73rd career playoff victory. The Golden Knights, the expansion team that has exceeded expectations throughout the season, have won three games in a row since the Jets claimed the series opener. (more...)
Cavs try to ease LeBron James' load and stop Celtics
- May 21, 2018
The Cavs have been in dire straits before in the postseason. Outplayed during two losses in Boston, the Cavs used a three-day break in the series to regroup and re-grip this series. Brad Stevens is an unbelievable coach to keep Boston aflot without star point guard Kyrie Irving the last couple months or small forward Gordon Hayward for all but six minutes this season. (more...)
- May 21, 2018
The Cavs have been in dire straits before in the postseason. Outplayed during two losses in Boston, the Cavs used a three-day break in the series to regroup and re-grip this series. Brad Stevens is an unbelievable coach to keep Boston aflot without star point guard Kyrie Irving the last couple months or small forward Gordon Hayward for all but six minutes this season. (more...)
National Football League star JJ Watt offers to pay for Santa Fe funerals
- May 21, 2018
Santa Fe High School is still "an active crime scene". Authorities have not disclosed how many explosive devices were found or if any of the deceased were killed or hurt by explosions. A third victim, who had been treated and released Friday was readmitted to the hospital for further observation and was listed in good condition, the hospital said. (more...)
- May 21, 2018
Santa Fe High School is still "an active crime scene". Authorities have not disclosed how many explosive devices were found or if any of the deceased were killed or hurt by explosions. A third victim, who had been treated and released Friday was readmitted to the hospital for further observation and was listed in good condition, the hospital said. (more...)
Oprah Winfrey had last minute outfit change to avoid wedding faux pas
- May 21, 2018
Lady Kitty Spencer (right) arrives at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle for the wedding of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry . Winfrey, the U.S. talk show queen, was seen strolling through the grounds of Windsor Castle ahead of the service, as was Elba, the British actor who is a star on both sides of the Atlantic for his roles in "The Wire" and "Luther". (more...)
- May 21, 2018
Lady Kitty Spencer (right) arrives at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle for the wedding of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry . Winfrey, the U.S. talk show queen, was seen strolling through the grounds of Windsor Castle ahead of the service, as was Elba, the British actor who is a star on both sides of the Atlantic for his roles in "The Wire" and "Luther". (more...)
Dead in Texas School Shooting Identified
- May 21, 2018
Greg Abbott, who called the assault "one of the most heinous attacks that we've ever seen in the history of Texas schools". Clayton County Public Schools Superintendent Morcease Beasley tweeted Saturday that "hearts are made heavy" by the violence that followed the graduation Friday of more than 200 students from the Perry Learning Center, an alternative high school. (more...)
- May 21, 2018
Greg Abbott, who called the assault "one of the most heinous attacks that we've ever seen in the history of Texas schools". Clayton County Public Schools Superintendent Morcease Beasley tweeted Saturday that "hearts are made heavy" by the violence that followed the graduation Friday of more than 200 students from the Perry Learning Center, an alternative high school. (more...)
Royal Wedding Cheered by Huge Crowds, Millions Tune in Worldwide
- May 21, 2018
They were able to watch the ceremony on a large outdoor screen. Royals fans with Union Jack umbrella hats partake in the celebration. Tens of thousands of people lined the Long Walk that leads to Windsor Castle. Her wedding dress was designed by Clare Waight Keller of French fashion house Givenchy. Meghan thus became the first royal bride to walk down (part of) the aisle herself in United Kingdom history. (more...)
- May 21, 2018
They were able to watch the ceremony on a large outdoor screen. Royals fans with Union Jack umbrella hats partake in the celebration. Tens of thousands of people lined the Long Walk that leads to Windsor Castle. Her wedding dress was designed by Clare Waight Keller of French fashion house Givenchy. Meghan thus became the first royal bride to walk down (part of) the aisle herself in United Kingdom history. (more...)
House bill could force 2 million Americans off food stamps
- May 18, 2018
Twenty hours a week of work or training sets an individual up for future success by providing them with necessary skills to climb the career ladder. Federal food assistance programs - including SNAP, specifically - are entangled in the 2018 Farm Bill now being considered in the U.S. (more...)
- May 18, 2018
Twenty hours a week of work or training sets an individual up for future success by providing them with necessary skills to climb the career ladder. Federal food assistance programs - including SNAP, specifically - are entangled in the 2018 Farm Bill now being considered in the U.S. (more...)
Nepal's two Left parties merge to form largest Communist party
- May 18, 2018
Prachanda said during his announcement that the unification of the two communist parties was like forming water by combing hydrogen and oxygen and they can't be separated once the water is formed. China stands ready to work with Nepal to continue deepening mutually beneficial cooperation for the benefit of the two countries and peoples, said Lu. (more...)
- May 18, 2018
Prachanda said during his announcement that the unification of the two communist parties was like forming water by combing hydrogen and oxygen and they can't be separated once the water is formed. China stands ready to work with Nepal to continue deepening mutually beneficial cooperation for the benefit of the two countries and peoples, said Lu. (more...)
Mother, young son dead after apparently jumping from building
- May 18, 2018
Authorities are working to determine the relationship between the woman and child. The incident occurred Friday at the Gotham Hotel located in Midtown Manhattan. It was not immediately clear how many stories they fell. A medical examiner has been called to the scene. A police investigation is underway. The Gotham Hotel is located on 46th street, about four blocks from Grand Central Terminal, and has 67 rooms over 25 floors. (more...)
- May 18, 2018
Authorities are working to determine the relationship between the woman and child. The incident occurred Friday at the Gotham Hotel located in Midtown Manhattan. It was not immediately clear how many stories they fell. A medical examiner has been called to the scene. A police investigation is underway. The Gotham Hotel is located on 46th street, about four blocks from Grand Central Terminal, and has 67 rooms over 25 floors. (more...)
Two buses collide in Lincoln Tunnel, injuring at least 32
- May 18, 2018
The buses crashed at about 10 a.m. near the center tube of the tunnel in midtown, an FDNY spokesman said. After the collision, the buses proceeded to exit the tunnel to the New York City side, according to Port Authority of New York and New Jersey police. (more...)
- May 18, 2018
The buses crashed at about 10 a.m. near the center tube of the tunnel in midtown, an FDNY spokesman said. After the collision, the buses proceeded to exit the tunnel to the New York City side, according to Port Authority of New York and New Jersey police. (more...)
Giuliani Questions Whether There Was FBI Informant In Trump Campaign
- May 18, 2018
Trump's tweets followed a New York Times report on Wednesday that said at least one government informant reportedly met with then-campaign adviser George Papadopoulos and then-foreign policy adviser Carter Page. Giuliani said Trump's lawyers "were told there were two embedded people in the campaign" and that the Times' report "corroborates what people told us off the record". (more...)
- May 18, 2018
Trump's tweets followed a New York Times report on Wednesday that said at least one government informant reportedly met with then-campaign adviser George Papadopoulos and then-foreign policy adviser Carter Page. Giuliani said Trump's lawyers "were told there were two embedded people in the campaign" and that the Times' report "corroborates what people told us off the record". (more...)
NHS England: Sergei Skripal Released From Hospital After Poisoning
- May 18, 2018
Skripal, 66, and his daughter Yulia were found unconscious in the English city of Salisbury on March 4, and spent weeks in critical condition. Salisbury District Hospital is seen after Yulia Skripal was discharged, in Salisbury, Britain, April 10, 2018. (more...)
- May 18, 2018
Skripal, 66, and his daughter Yulia were found unconscious in the English city of Salisbury on March 4, and spent weeks in critical condition. Salisbury District Hospital is seen after Yulia Skripal was discharged, in Salisbury, Britain, April 10, 2018. (more...)
China disputes reports of $200B trade offer to US
- May 18, 2018
China's vice-premier Liu He is now in Washington for talks with U.S. officials in a bid to avert a trade war between the two nations. Chinese state media on Friday dismissed as rumour suggestions that Beijing has offered to cut its trade surplus with the United States by US$200 billion a year. (more...)
- May 18, 2018
China's vice-premier Liu He is now in Washington for talks with U.S. officials in a bid to avert a trade war between the two nations. Chinese state media on Friday dismissed as rumour suggestions that Beijing has offered to cut its trade surplus with the United States by US$200 billion a year. (more...)
GOP Congressman Claims Falling Rocks Cause Rising Sea Levels
- May 18, 2018
Brooks then said he's seen evidence that ice levels in the Antarctic are growing. When Duffy attempted to continue his explanation, Brooks was still not happy and continued to ask for Duffy to list other specific factors contributing to the rising seas. (more...)
- May 18, 2018
Brooks then said he's seen evidence that ice levels in the Antarctic are growing. When Duffy attempted to continue his explanation, Brooks was still not happy and continued to ask for Duffy to list other specific factors contributing to the rising seas. (more...)
Shooting reported at Texas' Santa Fe High School
- May 18, 2018
Officers responded to the school on State Highway 6 near Morning Glory Drive in Santa Fe just before 8am after getting reports of shots fired. School district officials released a statement saying there was an active shooter at Santa Fe High School, and the school remains on lock down. (more...)
- May 18, 2018
Officers responded to the school on State Highway 6 near Morning Glory Drive in Santa Fe just before 8am after getting reports of shots fired. School district officials released a statement saying there was an active shooter at Santa Fe High School, and the school remains on lock down. (more...)
Ontario PC Leader Doug Ford dogged by controversy during Mississauga campaign stops
- May 18, 2018
But he wasn't clear on how he'd replace the billions in revenue that would be lost by taking those actions. "Is that data that was stolen a factor in his leadership race", Ontario NDP leader Andrea Horwath said at a news conference. "In light of the investigation into Simmer Sandhu, he felt it was necessary to stand down as a candidate and we accepted his resignation", Melissa Lanstman said in a statement. (more...)
- May 18, 2018
But he wasn't clear on how he'd replace the billions in revenue that would be lost by taking those actions. "Is that data that was stolen a factor in his leadership race", Ontario NDP leader Andrea Horwath said at a news conference. "In light of the investigation into Simmer Sandhu, he felt it was necessary to stand down as a candidate and we accepted his resignation", Melissa Lanstman said in a statement. (more...)
Pentagon Denies B-52s Part of Drills as North Korea Threatens Summit
- May 18, 2018
Eight years later, Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi was overthrown in a gruesome killing by Western-backed rebels. " North Korea uses the available arguments in order to gain a firmer foothold at the talks", he believes. summit meeting with a truthful intent to improve relations ". The North Koreans have long considered the joint exercises to be a prelude to an invasion; the USA and South Koreans have said the exercises are defensive in nature and have been conducted for years. (more...)
- May 18, 2018
Eight years later, Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi was overthrown in a gruesome killing by Western-backed rebels. " North Korea uses the available arguments in order to gain a firmer foothold at the talks", he believes. summit meeting with a truthful intent to improve relations ". The North Koreans have long considered the joint exercises to be a prelude to an invasion; the USA and South Koreans have said the exercises are defensive in nature and have been conducted for years. (more...)
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