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US Senators reach deal to reopen government
- January 23, 2018
But that commitment means little on the other side of the Capitol, where House Republicans told reporters they would not be bound by any agreement reached in the Senate to address immigration. Republicans have appeared increasingly confident that Democrats are bearing the brunt of criticism for the shutdown and that they will ultimately buckle. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
But that commitment means little on the other side of the Capitol, where House Republicans told reporters they would not be bound by any agreement reached in the Senate to address immigration. Republicans have appeared increasingly confident that Democrats are bearing the brunt of criticism for the shutdown and that they will ultimately buckle. (more...)
Helix students protest police officer throwing teen to ground during Friday arrest
- January 23, 2018
The violent takedown was captured on a 30-second cell phone video that was shared on social media, reports the San Diego Union-Tribune. Chad Bell said the police department is in possession of video that shows a 17-year-old Helix Charter High School student "being taken to the ground" after attempting to break free from a La Mesa Police School Resource Officer at about 1:30 p.m. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
The violent takedown was captured on a 30-second cell phone video that was shared on social media, reports the San Diego Union-Tribune. Chad Bell said the police department is in possession of video that shows a 17-year-old Helix Charter High School student "being taken to the ground" after attempting to break free from a La Mesa Police School Resource Officer at about 1:30 p.m. (more...)
Senate ends debate, setting up vote to conclude shutdown, fund government temporarily
- January 23, 2018
During a speech on the Senate floor before the vote, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said Democrats would vote for the bill. But the political impact on both parties means the same fight could return in full force next month. "That's what they do", Democratic Representative Luis Gutierrez of IL said in an interview. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., Cory Booker, D-N.J., Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., and Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
During a speech on the Senate floor before the vote, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said Democrats would vote for the bill. But the political impact on both parties means the same fight could return in full force next month. "That's what they do", Democratic Representative Luis Gutierrez of IL said in an interview. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., Cory Booker, D-N.J., Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., and Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y. (more...)
Actually, It's Lindsey Graham Who Is Out of Mainstream on Immigration
- January 23, 2018
Shah told CNN on Monday that Trump alone is setting the immigration agenda, and he cast Kelly and Miller as experienced advisers that the President consults on immigration policy. The Senate proposal was promoted by four Democrats and four Republicans - the famous 'Gang of Eight.' Graham was one of the group's members. A week later, Schumer went to the White House at Trump's invitation to discuss a resolution. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Shah told CNN on Monday that Trump alone is setting the immigration agenda, and he cast Kelly and Miller as experienced advisers that the President consults on immigration policy. The Senate proposal was promoted by four Democrats and four Republicans - the famous 'Gang of Eight.' Graham was one of the group's members. A week later, Schumer went to the White House at Trump's invitation to discuss a resolution. (more...)
Democrats to vote to reopen United States government
- January 23, 2018
Meanwhile, Sens. Cory Booker, Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, and Kirsten Gillibrand, all likely 2020 presidential contenders, voted against ending debate on the deal. All times Eastern unless otherwise noted. Democrats condemned the ad, and Republican House Speaker Paul Ryan told " Face the Nation ", "I don't know if that's necessarily productive". (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Meanwhile, Sens. Cory Booker, Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, and Kirsten Gillibrand, all likely 2020 presidential contenders, voted against ending debate on the deal. All times Eastern unless otherwise noted. Democrats condemned the ad, and Republican House Speaker Paul Ryan told " Face the Nation ", "I don't know if that's necessarily productive". (more...)
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola focused on semi-final success
- January 23, 2018
But instead of sulking City have used it as a positive and bounced back with a comfortable home win over Newcastle. "But saying that, as far as the team is concerned, for this team to beat Man City and the players they have got, it would rank as one of the best results in the club's history". (more...)
- January 23, 2018
But instead of sulking City have used it as a positive and bounced back with a comfortable home win over Newcastle. "But saying that, as far as the team is concerned, for this team to beat Man City and the players they have got, it would rank as one of the best results in the club's history". (more...)
US senators strike deal to end shutdown
- January 23, 2018
Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) has said he will allow the Senate to consider immigration legislation in February in exchange for Democratic support for reopening the government. Graham said he and Flake plan to vote for the February 8 spending bill, adding that McConnell's language "can be firmer - will be". "I refuse to put the lives of almost 700,000 young people in the hands of someone who has repeatedly gone back on his word", she said. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) has said he will allow the Senate to consider immigration legislation in February in exchange for Democratic support for reopening the government. Graham said he and Flake plan to vote for the February 8 spending bill, adding that McConnell's language "can be firmer - will be". "I refuse to put the lives of almost 700,000 young people in the hands of someone who has repeatedly gone back on his word", she said. (more...)
Hertl goal helps Sharks edge Penguins
- January 23, 2018
Sharks: Return to San Jose on Tuesday night to play the Jets. The Ducks look to continue their steady surge when they host the San Jose Sharks for the first time this season when the teams clash at Honda Center on Sunday night. "That was huge", Dell said. "They kind of shut if down a little bit after that". The last 10 have been decided by one goal, with four going to a shootout or overtime. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Sharks: Return to San Jose on Tuesday night to play the Jets. The Ducks look to continue their steady surge when they host the San Jose Sharks for the first time this season when the teams clash at Honda Center on Sunday night. "That was huge", Dell said. "They kind of shut if down a little bit after that". The last 10 have been decided by one goal, with four going to a shootout or overtime. (more...)
Trump campaign ad calls Democrats 'complicit' in killings by undocumented immigrants
- January 23, 2018
The 30-second ad blames Democrats for endorsing these acts of "pure evil" by refusing to allow President Donald Trump to build a wall on the U.S. -Mexico border. Ellis SchumerDemocrats will need to explain if they shut government down over illegal immigration White House: Trump remarks didn't derail shutdown talks Schumer defends Durbin after GOP senator questions account of Trump meeting MORE (N.Y.) and Rep. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
The 30-second ad blames Democrats for endorsing these acts of "pure evil" by refusing to allow President Donald Trump to build a wall on the U.S. -Mexico border. Ellis SchumerDemocrats will need to explain if they shut government down over illegal immigration White House: Trump remarks didn't derail shutdown talks Schumer defends Durbin after GOP senator questions account of Trump meeting MORE (N.Y.) and Rep. (more...)
Trial of man accused of Finsbury Park attack begins
- January 23, 2018
Darren Osborne, 48, allegedly hit Makram Ali, 51, and nine other people near two mosques in north London shortly after 12.15am on June 19 a year ago. While Osborne has not been charged with a terrorist offence, the prosecution consider that the note and comments he made after his detention "establish that this act of extreme violence was, indeed, an act of terrorism", said Rees. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Darren Osborne, 48, allegedly hit Makram Ali, 51, and nine other people near two mosques in north London shortly after 12.15am on June 19 a year ago. While Osborne has not been charged with a terrorist offence, the prosecution consider that the note and comments he made after his detention "establish that this act of extreme violence was, indeed, an act of terrorism", said Rees. (more...)
Inmate's brother gets 35 years in Holly Bobo death
- January 23, 2018
Adams has entered a "best interest" plea of guilty on the charges of facilitation of first-degree murder, a lesser charge from first-degree murder, which he was charged, and especially aggravated kidnapping. There is a new development in the Holly Bobo murder case. In a statement that was read aloud in court, Adams told Holly's family that her brother, Clint, was not involved in her death. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Adams has entered a "best interest" plea of guilty on the charges of facilitation of first-degree murder, a lesser charge from first-degree murder, which he was charged, and especially aggravated kidnapping. There is a new development in the Holly Bobo murder case. In a statement that was read aloud in court, Adams told Holly's family that her brother, Clint, was not involved in her death. (more...)
Amena Khan Steps Down From L'Oréal Paris Campaign Because of Past Tweets
- January 23, 2018
In one of the now deleted tweets , Khan accused then-British PM David Cameron of being "complicit in the supplying of weapons to a terrorist state". " L'Oréal Paris is committed to tolerance and respect towards all people", said a spokesperson to The Jerusalem Post . Last week, beauty competitor Revlon also faced controversy after it offered a "changemaker" award to a Muslim activist who rejected the recognition over the involvement of Gal Gadot with the company. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
In one of the now deleted tweets , Khan accused then-British PM David Cameron of being "complicit in the supplying of weapons to a terrorist state". " L'Oréal Paris is committed to tolerance and respect towards all people", said a spokesperson to The Jerusalem Post . Last week, beauty competitor Revlon also faced controversy after it offered a "changemaker" award to a Muslim activist who rejected the recognition over the involvement of Gal Gadot with the company. (more...)
Senate strikes deal to end government shutdown
- January 23, 2018
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., introduced the deal, which provides full funding for the federal government through February 8 and reauthorizes the Children's Health Insurance Program, or CHIP, saying "we need to move forward". (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., introduced the deal, which provides full funding for the federal government through February 8 and reauthorizes the Children's Health Insurance Program, or CHIP, saying "we need to move forward". (more...)
Rand Paul: Guarantee a Week of Immigration Debate to Open Govt
- January 23, 2018
But Beauchamp said given the uncertainty of how-and how long-a shutdown will play out, the Democrats risk losing some of that edge. Mr Schumer said the three-day shutdown was expected to end in a few hours. I don't have all the answers. Half a century ago Mike Mansfield recognized the reality of filibusters and chose to change the Senate rules so that no one actually had to talk and the Senate could go about its business while simply acknowledging that a filibuster was taking place. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
But Beauchamp said given the uncertainty of how-and how long-a shutdown will play out, the Democrats risk losing some of that edge. Mr Schumer said the three-day shutdown was expected to end in a few hours. I don't have all the answers. Half a century ago Mike Mansfield recognized the reality of filibusters and chose to change the Senate rules so that no one actually had to talk and the Senate could go about its business while simply acknowledging that a filibuster was taking place. (more...)
We Back Pat Week begins with matchup against No. 3 Mississippi State
- January 23, 2018
But on Sunday, it was all Mississippi State (20-0, 6-0 SEC) on the boards and the scoreboard, especially from a toughness standpoint. Tennessee hasn't done that often enough. "We sometimes overcomplicate it". "I wanted her to get the ball more". Although Russell is averaging 16.9 points, she has taken only one field-goal attempt after halftime in each of Tennessee's last two games. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
But on Sunday, it was all Mississippi State (20-0, 6-0 SEC) on the boards and the scoreboard, especially from a toughness standpoint. Tennessee hasn't done that often enough. "We sometimes overcomplicate it". "I wanted her to get the ball more". Although Russell is averaging 16.9 points, she has taken only one field-goal attempt after halftime in each of Tennessee's last two games. (more...)
Abbas urges European Union members to 'swiftly' recognize Palestinian state
- January 23, 2018
But Mogherini said she still wanted to work with the United States on Middle East peace talks and had discussed ways to restart them late a year ago with Pence and U.S. "He righted a 70 year wrong, he kept his promise to the American people", he said in reference to the Washington's declaration of Jerusalem as Israel's capital. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
But Mogherini said she still wanted to work with the United States on Middle East peace talks and had discussed ways to restart them late a year ago with Pence and U.S. "He righted a 70 year wrong, he kept his promise to the American people", he said in reference to the Washington's declaration of Jerusalem as Israel's capital. (more...)
Sarah Sanders Hits Back at Lindsey Graham for 'Attacking' Stephen Miller: 'Ridiculous'
- January 23, 2018
Politico called Miller "a pugnacious conservative who has a keen focus on restrictive immigration policy". On Sunday, Republican Sen. Democratic Senator and minority senate leader Chuck Schumer blamed Mr Trump for the shutdown , claiming the President had walked away from "not one, but two bipartisan deals". (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Politico called Miller "a pugnacious conservative who has a keen focus on restrictive immigration policy". On Sunday, Republican Sen. Democratic Senator and minority senate leader Chuck Schumer blamed Mr Trump for the shutdown , claiming the President had walked away from "not one, but two bipartisan deals". (more...)
German serial killer nurse faces 97 more murder accounts
- January 23, 2018
Prosecutors on Monday brought additional charges against a German nurse already serving a life sentence for murdering two patients, claiming he killed at least 97 other patients with lethal injections, Reuters reports. That announcement came after investigators completed examinations on patients who died when he was a nurse. Unlike other countries where consecutive sentences can be handed down, leading to prison sentences of hundreds of years, Germany does not do this, but the latest charges ... (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Prosecutors on Monday brought additional charges against a German nurse already serving a life sentence for murdering two patients, claiming he killed at least 97 other patients with lethal injections, Reuters reports. That announcement came after investigators completed examinations on patients who died when he was a nurse. Unlike other countries where consecutive sentences can be handed down, leading to prison sentences of hundreds of years, Germany does not do this, but the latest charges ... (more...)
Minnie Mouse to receive star in Hollywood 40 years after Mickey
- January 23, 2018
Mickey already got a star for the 50th anniversary of that animation film in 1978. "A woman of the ages", said the producer of the Walk of Fame, Ana Martinez about Minnie. Minnie first appeared in the 1928 animated short film "Steamboat Willie" alongside Mickey Mouse . The Walk of Fame honorees for 2018 were announced last summer. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Mickey already got a star for the 50th anniversary of that animation film in 1978. "A woman of the ages", said the producer of the Walk of Fame, Ana Martinez about Minnie. Minnie first appeared in the 1928 animated short film "Steamboat Willie" alongside Mickey Mouse . The Walk of Fame honorees for 2018 were announced last summer. (more...)
CNN Poll: Melania Trump's approval numbers top the President's
- January 23, 2018
Bush , who ranked 82%, Bill Clinton at 60% and Barack Obama , who was at a 50% approval rating one year in. USA leadership approval ratings declined by 10 percentage points or more in 65 of 134 countries and areas, and declined the most among residents of allies and partners in the Americas and Europe, according to the poll conducted between March and November previous year. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Bush , who ranked 82%, Bill Clinton at 60% and Barack Obama , who was at a 50% approval rating one year in. USA leadership approval ratings declined by 10 percentage points or more in 65 of 134 countries and areas, and declined the most among residents of allies and partners in the Americas and Europe, according to the poll conducted between March and November previous year. (more...)
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