Hot Mic: Bite-Size News Brief

So Long to Hot Mic, and Thanks for Listening

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 21:37:00 GMT

A quick update on the future of Hot Mic, and details on where to find more great reporting and journalism.

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Chemical Plant Near Houston May Explode & Russia Must Close Diplomatic Hubs In U.S.

Fri, 01 Sep 2017 10:00:00 GMT

A chemical plant just outside Houston is in danger of exploding. The State Department has announced that it will force Russia to close three diplomatic locations in the United States.

Links:
• Here’s what’s going on with that dangerously flooded chemical plant near Houston
• State Department forces closure of Russian diplomatic hubs in U.S. in retaliatory move

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Defense Secretary Clarifies Transgender Ban & Tomi Lahren Joins Fox News

Thu, 31 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Defense Secretary James Mattis made it clear that transgender military members who are still serving won’t be affected by Trump’s ban...at least for now. Conservative commentator Tomi Lahren is joining Fox News as a contributor.

Links:
• Defense Secretary Mattis says transgender military members will continue to serve, for now
• Pro-Trump commentator Tomi Lahren joins Fox News

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North Korea Missile Launch & Trump’s DACA Decision

Wed, 30 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

North Korea launched a ballistic missile early Tuesday morning local time that flew over Japan and landed in the Pacific Ocean. With Trump’s decision on DACA looming, immigrant rights groups are making a last-ditch appeal to the president: They say deporting immigrants is bad for the economy.

Links:
• North Korea launches missile over Japan
• Study: If Trump suspends DACA, more than 1,400 people a day could lose the ability to work

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Trump Loses More Advisers & ACLU Sues Trump Over Transgender Ban

Tue, 29 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

At least 35 people have left their government jobs or advisory roles since President Trump’s response to Charlottesville. The ACLU is suing Trump over his decision to ban transgender individuals from serving in the military.

Links:
• Nearly 3 dozen have abandoned White House roles over Trump’s Charlottesville response
• ACLU sues Trump over transgender military ban

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Trump Pardons Arpaio & Another Right-Wing Rally Shut Down

Mon, 28 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

The first pardon of Trump’s presidency went to former sheriff Joe Arpaio. A far-right rally in San Francisco was shut down by thousands of anti-racist protesters.

Links:
• Trump pardons former sheriff Joe Arpaio
• Thousands in San Francisco shut down yet another far-right rally

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Hurricane Harvey & Cheaper Whole Foods

Fri, 25 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Hurricane Harvey, the first major hurricane the U.S. has seen in 12 years, is expected to hit southeast Texas tonight. Amazon announced that some of the best selling grocery items at Whole Foods Market will have their prices lowered.

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Trump Will Probably Pardon Sheriff Arpaio & GoFundMe Campaign Tries To Ban Trump From Twitter

Thu, 24 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

President Donald Trump hinted at his rally in Phoenix that he’s going to pardon a former anti-immigration sheriff Joe Arpaio. A GoFundMe campaign is trying to raise enough money to ban Trump from Twitter.

Links:
• At Phoenix rally, Trump hints at his intentions to pardon Joe Arpaio, goes after media
• Valerie Plame Wilson is attempting to buy Twitter so she can ban Trump

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Trump’s Afghanistan Strategy & New Poll Asks Americans About White Supremacist Views

Wed, 23 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

President Trump laid out his military strategy for the war in Afghanistan. Nearly 10% of Americans say it’s “acceptable” to have neo-Nazi or white supremacist views.

Links:
• Trump won’t withdraw troops from Afghanistan, but offers no details on time frame, additional troops
• 9% of Americans say it’s acceptable to hold “neo-Nazi or white supremacist views,” according to poll

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Columbus Monument Vandalized & Edible Coffee Creamer Capsules

Tue, 22 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

The oldest Christopher Columbus monument in the U.S. was vandalized by protesters. Scientists invented milk and creamer capsules that you can drop right into a cup of hot coffee.

Links:
• Oldest Christopher Columbus monument in the US vandalized in Baltimore
• Scientists invented edible coffee creamer capsules to stop plastic waste pollution around the world

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Bannon Resigns & Boston Protesters Shut Down Conservative Rally

Mon, 21 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Steven Bannon, chief strategist at the White House and one of President Donald Trump’s top advisers, is out. Just a week after the violence in Charlottesville, a conservative rally in Boston was shut down by thousands of counterprotesters.

Links:
• After leaving White House, Steve Bannon returns to ‘Breitbart News’ as executive chairman
• Thousands of protesters shut down controversial “Free Speech Rally” in Boston

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Barcelona Terror Attack & Bannon’s Interview

Fri, 18 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

At least 13 people are dead after a van swerved into pedestrians in Barcelona. Steve Bannon’s candid interview with a progressive magazine gave us a rare look into his agenda.

Links:
• Everything we know so far about the apparent terror attack in Barcelona.
• 4 key takeaways from Steve Bannon’s surprising ‘American Prospect’ interview

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Trump Disbands CEO Councils & Hope Hicks Named Interim Director of Communications

Thu, 17 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

President Donald Trump announced that he would be ending two business councils following a series of resignations by a number of CEOs. A White House official confirmed that Hope Hicks will act as interim director of communications.

Links:
• Trump tweets that he is disbanding two CEO councils after spate of high-profile departures
• Hope Hicks named White House interim director of communications

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Trump Goes Back to Blaming “Both Sides” at Charlottesville

Wed, 16 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

President Donald Trump, once again, blamed both sides at the protests in Charlottesville for being violent.

Links:
• In stunning turn, President Donald Trump admonishes “alt-left” for violence at Charlottesville

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‘Daily Stormer’ Can’t Find a Host & Trump Condemns Hate Groups

Tue, 15 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

The white supremacist website Daily Stormer can’t find a new home after GoDaddy gives it 24 hours to find a new host. President Trump condemned specific white racial hate groups two days after the protests in Charlottesville.

Links:
• Google says it will not host domain name for neo-Nazi site ‘Daily Stormer’
• After weekend of violence, Donald Trump rebukes racism as evil; names specific hate groups

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The Charlottesville Protests

Mon, 14 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Police identified the woman who died in Charlottesville when a car slammed into a group of anti-racism protesters. President Trump was heavily criticized for his vanilla statement condemning violence during the protests.

Links:
• Heather Heyer, 32, named as slain victim in Charlottesville car attack
• Trump gets slammed “on many sides” as David Duke rips Charlottesville response

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The Opioid Crisis & Ivanka Trump’s New Store

Fri, 11 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

President Donald Trump told reporters that he is declaring the opioid crisis a national emergency, but there’s no official word yet from the administration. Ivanka Trump’s label is opening a stand-alone store in Trump Tower after getting dropped by other retailers.

Links:
• Donald Trump on opioids: “We’re going to make it a national emergency”
• Ivanka Trump is opening a stand-alone store in NYC this fall

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The North Korean Threat & Educational Mobile Games for Syrian Children

Thu, 10 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

President Donald Trump warned North Korea that any threats to the United States would be met with “fire and fury,” further escalating tensions between the two nations. A Norwegian agency is trying to use mobile games to educate Syrian children displaced by the country’s civil war.

Links:
• When Donald Trump threatens “fire and fury,” he ratchets up the tension that could cause nuclear war
• Inside the mission to bring educational mobile games to children in conflict zones around the world

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Most U.S. House Internships Don’t Pay & Trump TV Presents “Real News”

Wed, 09 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

About 90% of members in the House of Representatives don’t regularly offer paid internships. Two “real news” videos have been posted to Trump’s Facebook page as part of his re-election campaign.

Links:
• Mic Investigation: About 90% of US House members don’t pay their interns
• “And that is the real news”: Trump TV is realized as part of re-election campaign

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Chicago Sues Trump Administration, Gamers Roast Scarborough & Swastika T-Shirts Aren’t Cool (Duh)

Tue, 08 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Chicago will sue the Trump administration over its policies on sanctuary cities. Morning Joe host Joe Scarborough is getting roasted online for a tweet about gaming obsessions in today’s youth. A European design company faced fierce backlash for its swastika emblazoned products.

Links:
• Chicago is suing the Trump administration over its policies on sanctuary cities
• Joe Scarborough criticized young people for choosing video games over war. It didn’t go over well.
• No, the swastika will never be fashion

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Senate Protects Mueller, Pence’s 2020 Plans & Miss Universe Pageant

Mon, 07 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Two bipartisan groups of senators have put forth bills that would make it harder to fire Mueller. According to a New York Times report, Vice President Mike Pence is gearing up for a presidential run in 2020. A Muslim woman made history at the Miss Universe qualifier competition by wearing a kaftan during the swimsuit round.

Links:
• A bipartisan group of senators is already planning how to thwart attempts to fire Mueller
• VP Mike Pence shuts down suggestion he’s eyeing 2020 run following ‘New York Times’ report
• Muslim beauty queen in the U.K. makes history after choosing to wear a kaftan instead of a bikini

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Voters Don’t Support Transgender Ban, Trump’s Call Transcripts & World Overshoot Day

Fri, 04 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

President Trump’s ban on letting transgender people serve in the military is not very popular among voters. Transcripts of phone calls from early in Trump’s presidency show he knew Mexico would never pay for his border wall. World Overshoot Day fell on August 2 this year, earliest it’s ever been.

Links:
• Voters broadly support transgender people serving in the military, poll finds
• 5 of the most damning quotes from Trump’s conversations with the leaders of Mexico, Australia
• World Overshoot Day: Humans have used up a year’s worth of natural resources in just 7 months

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Immigration Bill, Russia Sanctions & Refugee Dress Controversy

Thu, 03 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

President Trump announced a new bill that would cut down on the number of immigrants allowed in the U.S. President Trump signed a bill that imposes new sanctions on Russia, but he wasn’t all that happy about it. A fashion brand faced backlash for its “refugee dress.”

Links:
• Trump announces support for immigration system that favors high-skilled, English speaking applicants
• Trump finally signs Russia sanctions bill — behind closed doors
• A Brooklyn brand sold a $119 “refugee dress.” Shoppers weren’t happy about it.

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FBI Director Confirmed, Cory Booker’s Weed Bill & 13 Reasons Why

Wed, 02 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

The senate confirmed Christopher Wray as the next director of the FBI. New Jersey Senator Cory Booker is introducing a bill that would take marijuana off the controlled substance list. A new study revealed that internet searches using the word “suicide” went up after the show r13 Reasons Why released on Netflix.

Links:
• Senate confirms Christopher Wray as next FBI director
• Sen. Cory Booker wants to take marijuana off the federal controlled substance list
• Internet searches about suicide went up after ’13 Reasons Why’ premiered on Netflix

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Scaramucci Resigns, Women Still Underrepresented in Hollywood & iPhone 8 Face Detection Rumor

Tue, 01 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Anthony Scaramucci is no longer the communications director for the White House. A new report finds that women are still underrepresented in the biggest Hollywood films, especially if they’re over the age of 45. A new rumor suggests that you might be able to unlock the iPhone 8 with your face.

Links:
• Anthony Scaramucci is out as White House communications director, 10 days into his tenure
• Hollywood is ignoring women over the age of 45, and these experts know why
• iPhone 8 Release Features: New clues suggest Apple’s 2017 device may have infrared face detection

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Priebus Resigns, GOP Healthcare Fails & New Sanctions Anger Russia

Mon, 31 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

White House Chief of Staff Reince Priebus resigns. After their repeal efforts fail, Senator Susan Collins says Republicans should focus on fixing Obamacare. In response to new sanctions, Vladimir Putin says he’ll expel 755 U.S. diplomats from Russia.

Links:
• With a tweet, Trump replaces chief of staff Reince Priebus with Homeland Security Sec. John Kelly
• Republican Sen. Susan Collins just rejected her party’s premise that the ACA can’t be reformed
• In response to US sanctions, Putin expels 755 US diplomats from Russia

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Transgender Policy, Boy Scouts Apologize & Senators Defend Sessions

Fri, 28 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Military leadership has said there won’t be any changes to the military's current policy on transgender service members. The chief of the Boy Scouts of America apologized for Trump’s controversial speech. Senate Republicans have had enough of the president’s attacks on Attorney General Jeff Sessions.

Links:
• Despite Trump’s tweets, military leaders say there will be no changes to transgender policy, for now
• Boy Scouts chief apologizes for Trump’s politically charged speech
• Senate Republicans have had enough of Trump’s attacks on Sessions — and are speaking out about it

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Military Transgender Ban, GOP Healthcare Struggling & Video Games Relieve Work Stress

Thu, 27 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

President Trump announced that the U.S. military would no longer allow transgender people to serve in any capacity. Republicans put forth two amendments to the health care bill and both failed. A recent study suggests that taking a break to play some video games might be one of the best ways to relieve stress at work.

Links:
• The White House is leaving everyone in the dark as to how its transgender military ban will work
• Straight Obamacare repeal bill fails in the Senate in yet another setback
• Scientists say you should play video games on your breaks at work

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GOP Healthcare Lives, Trump Angry With Sessions & Manafort Subpoenaed

Wed, 26 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Senate Republicans got the votes they needed to move their health care legislation to debate. President Trump is reportedly thinking about firing Jeff Sessions. Paul Manafort has been subpoenaed to appear before the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Links:
• Senate Republicans advance Obamacare repeal effort to debate
• Trump turns up his Twitter attack on his own attorney general, Jeff Sessions
• Paul Manafort is meeting with Senate investigators. Here’s what we know about his Russia ties.

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Charlie Gard, Human Trafficking & Kushner Denies Russian Collusion

Tue, 25 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Charlie Gard’s parents announced that they would end their legal battle to send him to the U.S. for treatment. The driver of a tractor-trailer that was found with 30-40 people trapped inside has been charged with human trafficking. Jared Kushner denied any collusion with Russia after being questioned by the Senate Intelligence Committee.

Links:
• Charlie Gard’s parents end legal fight to continue treatment for terminally ill son
• Driver charged with human trafficking after 30-40 people found locked in fatally hot tractor-trailer
• Jared Kushner makes rare public statement to say he didn’t collude with Russia

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Democratic Brand, White House Communications Director & Senate Intelligence Committee Questions Kushner

Mon, 24 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

The Democratic Party’s new slogan shows they learned nothing from the 2016 election. The White House’s new communications director says he’ll crack down on leaks. Jared Kushner will be questioned by the Senate Intelligence Committee.

Links:
• The Democrats’ new slogan shows they learned nothing from Bernie Sanders’ campaign
• White House comms director Anthony Scaramucci says he’ll start firing people “if leaks don’t stop”
• 3 key takeaways ahead of Jared Kushner’s questioning by Senate Intelligence Committee

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OJ Simpson Parole, McCain’s Cancer Diagnosis & Video Game Booth Models

Fri, 21 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

OJ Simpson was granted parole in a unanimous vote. Senator John McCain has been diagnosed with brain cancer. Video game “booth babes” aren’t the clueless distractions some people think they are.

Links:
• OJ Simpson granted parole after 9 years in prison
• Sen. John McCain diagnosed with brain cancer
• Everyone has an opinion on “booth babes” — but here’s what they actually have to say about the job

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Trump’s Second Putin Meeting, Court Reduces Travel Ban Restrictions & Martians Probably Didn’t Exist

Thu, 20 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

President Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin had a second meeting at the G20 summit, and no one knows what they talked about. The Supreme Court weakened some restrictions on immigration that were put in place by Trump’s travel ban. A Congressman asked experts from NASA the question that’s on all our minds: are Martians real?

Links:
• Trump’s secret Putin meeting probably won’t sway Mueller’s collusion probe, experts say
• Supreme Court expands definition of “close familial relationship” in latest blow to travel ban
• A Republican congressman just asked a NASA expert about ancient civilizations on Mars

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GOP Health Care Fails, No Third Trial for Ray Tensing & Republicans Release Budget Proposal

Wed, 19 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

The proposed healthcare bill by Senate Republicans is dead, and so is McConnell's plan to repeal Obamacare without a replacement. A former police officer who’s been tried twice for killing an unarmed black man won’t be tried again. House Republicans revealed a budget plan that drastically cuts funding for aid programs and increases spending on defense.

Links:
• GOP plan to repeal Obamacare without a replacement is dead
• Ray Tensing Murder Trial: Prosecutor decides he will not try Ohio police officer for third time
• 3 key things to know about the new Republican budget plan

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Made in America Week, Trump’s Record Low Approval & Iowa Sued for Abortion Law

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

The Trump administration has declared this week “Made in America” week in celebration of companies that manufacture their products in the U.S. A new poll shows Trump’s six-month approval rating is at a record low. The state of Iowa faces off against Planned Parenthood and the ACLU in a trial about a proposed abortion bill.

Links:
• Trump’s “Made in America” week is getting roasted for exactly the reason you would think
• Trump’s six-month approval rating hits record low for any president in last 70 years, poll shows
• Planned Parenthood is challenging Iowa’s abortion waiting period law — here’s why that matters

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Healthcare Vote Postponed, Obamacare Not a Priority for Voters & Afghan Robotics Team

Mon, 17 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

The Senate pushed back its vote on the health care bill until Senator John McCain recovers from surgery. A new Politico poll shows repealing Obamacare is not the first priority for Republican voters. The all-girls robotics team from Afghanistan was allowed into the U.S. to compete in an international robotics competition.

Links:
• Senate delays health care vote until John McCain recovers from surgery
• Poll: Republican voters say repealing Obamacare shouldn’t be GOP’s first priority
• The all-girl robotics team from Afghanistan has finally made it into the US

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GOP Healthcare Updated, Trump Backtracks on Jr.’s Meeting & Verizon Data Security Risk

Fri, 14 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Senate Republicans released a revised version of their proposed health care bill and it’s already on the verge of failure. Trump changed his story and told reporters that maybe his son’s meeting with a Kremlin-connected lawyer was “mentioned at some point.” A security risk left records of 6 million Verizon customers exposed.

Links:
• Senate health care bill already on the brink of collapse
• Donald Trump changes story, says his son’s Russia meeting was “mentioned at some point”
• If you use Verizon, change your pin. Right. Now.

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Hannity Interviews Trump Jr., FBI Director Nominee Hearing & Scalise Out of ICU

Thu, 13 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Donald Trump Jr. explained his emails on Sean Hannity’s show. Trump’s nominee for FBI director, Christopher Wray, is questioned about the Russia investigation at his confirmation hearing. Steve Scalise is released from the intensive care unit, but is still in serious condition.

Links:
• Donald Trump Jr. admits he has “probably” met with other Russians
• 4 key takeaways from Christopher Wray’s FBI director confirmation hearing
• Steve Scalise reportedly released from ICU

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Trump Jr.’s Emails, LA Olympics & Brooks’ Bible Filibuster

Wed, 12 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Donald Trump Jr. released emails about his meeting with a Kremlin-connected lawyer who claimed to have dirt on Hillary Clinton. President Trump’s travel ban could be a big roadblock for LA’s bid to host the Olympic Games. Mo Brooks says he’ll read the King James Bible on the Senate floor until Trump’s wall is funded.

Links:
• Donald Trump Jr. releases emails setting up meeting with Kremlin-connected lawyer
• Trump wants LA to host the 2024 Olympics. Here’s how his travel ban could affect that.
• Mo Brooks promises to read King James Bible in Senate until Trump’s wall gets built

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Donald Trump Jr., Sanders Investigation & Trump Cancels Cybersecurity Unit

Tue, 11 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Donald Trump Jr. met with a Russian lawyer in 2016 who claimed she had damaging information on Hillary Clinton. An FBI investigation into his wife could become a big hurdle for Bernie Sanders if he plans on running for president in 2020. President Donald Trump changed his mind on teaming up with Russia to create a cybersecurity unit.

Links:
• Report: Putin spokesperson denies knowledge of meeting between Kremlin-linked lawyer and Trump Jr.
• FBI investigation into Bernie Sanders’ wife could spell trouble for the senator
• Donald Trump abandons plan to create “cybersecurity unit” with Vladimir Putin after heavy backlash

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Paul Ryan Town Hall, GOP Health Care & Trump Meets Putin

Mon, 10 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Paul Ryan has decided he won’t hold public town halls anymore. Opposition to the Senate Republican health care bill continues to grow. Trump and Putin talked about creating a cybersecurity unit in their meeting at the G20 summit.

Links:
• Paul Ryan won’t hold public town halls because he doesn’t want to face protests
• Pressure on GOP to reject Obamacare repeal grows, with bill’s future in doubt
• Trump pledges to work with Russian President Vladimir Putin on cybersecurity unit

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Trump Scolds Russia, Office of Government Ethics Director Resigns & DeVos Sued

Fri, 07 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

President Donald Trump urged Russia to halt its actions in Ukraine, but did not call out Russian President Vladimir Putin for election meddling. The head of the federal Office of Government Ethics announced his resignation. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos has been sued by 18 states and the District of Columbia for delaying fraud protections for student loan borrowers.

Links:
• In Poland, teleprompter Trump and unscripted Trump looked like 2 totally different people
• Walter Shaub, director of the Office of Government Ethics, steps down
• 19 attorneys general sue Education Secretary Betsy DeVos to protect cheated student borrowers

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Travel Ban Support, Iraqi ISIS Offensive & CNN Accused of Blackmail

Thu, 06 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

A new poll from Politico shows nearly two-thirds of voters supporting President Donald Trump’s travel ban. The Iraqi fight against the Islamic State continues to advance, but roughly 300 ISIS fighters remain in Mosul. CNN was accused of blackmail after it chose not to identify the Reddit user who created the now-infamous GIF of President Donald Trump body slamming a man with the network’s logo for a head.

Links:
• Majority of voters back Donald Trump’s travel ban, poll finds
• There are 300 ISIS fighters still in Mosul, Iraqi commander says
• CNN accused of blackmailing the Reddit user who posted the viral Trump meme

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North Korean Missile, Voter Fraud Commission & Hot Dog Eating Contest

Wed, 05 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

North Korea claims to have launched an intercontinental ballistic missile capable of hitting any part of the world, but officials are skeptical. Forty-four states have rejected the White House’s request to turn over information on voters to its commission on voter fraud. Joey Chestnut won his 10th title in Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, eating a record 72 hot dogs.

Links:
• North Korea missile launch: Could an intercontinental ballistic missile hit the US? What to know.
• 44 states rebuff Trump voter fraud commission
• Joey Chestnut eats world record 72 hot dogs to win Nathan’s competition in Coney Island

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Bronx Hospital Shooter, Nevada Marijuana Sales & Trump’s CNN Tweet

Mon, 03 Jul 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Authorities identified Henry Bello as the shooter in Friday’s attack at New York’s Bronx-Lebanon Hospital. Nevada launched its first day of recreational marijuana sales. President Donald Trump tweeted a video showing him pummeling a man with the CNN logo for a head, prompting a storm of criticism from legislators and media organizations.

Links:
• Henry Bello, Bronx-Lebanon Hospital shooter, may have had a history of sexual misconduct
• Legal weed in Nevada makes bank on first day of sales
• CNN issues response to controversial Trump tweet showing violence against the network

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Trump's Tweet, GOP Health Care & Election Integrity Commission

Fri, 30 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

President Donald Trump faced backlash from Democrats and Republicans alike for his tweets attacking the hosts of MSNBC’s Morning Joe. The Congressional Budget Office released another analysis of the Senate health care bill as Republicans make changes to the legislation… and its findings are worse. A federal commission’s very first actions are already setting off alarm bells from public officials and watchdogs.

Links:
• Donald Trump faces blowback from all sides following Mika Brzezinski "face-lift" tweet
• New CBO report says Senate health care bill would cut Medicaid by more than a third by 2036
• White House's Election Integrity Commission goes into action — with objections

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Sterling Family Lawsuit, Low Approval for GOP Health Care & Trump International Hotel Sued

Thu, 29 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

The children of Alton Sterling, a black man fatally shot by a Baton Rouge police officer last year, are suing the city, the police department, and the officer. A new poll found that just 17% of adults approve of the health care plan proposed by Senate Republicans. An ethics group sued Trump International Hotel for the release of records just before Wednesday night’s fundraising dinner.

Links:
• Alton Sterling’s children sue Baton Rouge over shooting, alleging racism and excessive force
• Senate Republican health care plan has dismal 17% approval, new poll finds
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Health Care Vote Delayed, Officers Charged in Laquan McDonald Shooting & Trump Hurting America’s Image

Wed, 28 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Amid opposition from within their own party, Senate Republican leadership decided to postpone a vote on the proposed health care bill until after the July 4 recess. Three Chicago police officers have been indicted on charges related to the alleged cover-up in the 2014 shooting death of Laquan McDonald. A new Pew survey found confidence in the United States fell in the first months of President Donald Trump’s term.

Links:
• Senate Republicans postpone health care vote amid growing opposition
• Laquan McDonald Shooting: 3 Chicago officers charged with conspiracy in black teen's shooting death
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Travel Ban Ruling, Health Care Opposition & Castile Family Settlement

Tue, 27 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

The Supreme Court announced that a limited version of President Donald Trump’s travel ban can go into effect until the court hears arguments on its legality in October. As Republicans in the Senate work to pass their proposed health care bill, activists are organizing to stop what they see as an attack on the lives of people with disabilities. Philando Castile’s family reached a $3 million settlement with Minnesota police.

Links:
• Supreme Court to hear travel ban case in fall, allows limited version of ban to go into effect
• Americans with disabilities are fighting the Senate's potentially devastating health care bill
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Health Care Opposition, Trump on Russian Interference & Oil Tanker Explosion in Pakistan

Mon, 26 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Republican Senator Ron Johnson is one of five GOP senators who have publicly opposed the health care bill. President Donald Trump blamed the Obama administration for its failure to act against Russian interference in the 2016 election. More than 150 people were killed in Pakistan when an overturned oil tanker burst into flames as residents tried to gather the leaking fuel.

Links:
• Republican Sen. Johnson and Independent Sen. Sanders call for health bill delay on 'Meet the Press'
• Donald Trump is now blaming Obama for Russian election interference
• Oil truck explodes in Pakistan, killing at least 153

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GOP Senate Health Care, Comey Tapes & Election Data Stolen

Fri, 23 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

The draft health care bill made public by Senate Republicans may already be in trouble. President Donald Trump admitted he has no tapes of his conversations with former FBI Director James Comey. A new report says investigators found election hackers stole thousands of voter records last year.

Links:
• Senate health care bill already in trouble as Republicans voice opposition
• Donald Trump doesn't have tapes of James Comey
• Investigators found election hackers stole voters' private data, new report says

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Deep Dive: Georgia's Special Election Probably Wasn't That Important

Thu, 22 Jun 2017 20:48:14 GMT

The special election for Georgia's 6th Congressional District was a crucial test for Republicans and Democrats. Republican Karen Handel's victory gives us an idea of what we can expect from the 2018 midterm elections, and forces Democrats to reconsider their strategy.

Or does it?

In this special episode, we take a closer look at the election and discover why it probably won't have much of an effect on the 2018 midterms.

More politics coverage from Mic on Navigating Trump's America

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Tropical Storm Cindy, Homes for Grenfell Survivors & Uber CEO Steps Down

Thu, 22 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

A 10-year-old boy was fatally struck by debris caused by Tropical Storm Cindy. The storm is expected to bring winds up to 50 mph and up to 12 inches of rain to millions along the U.S. Gulf Coast. London government officials have said those affected by the Grenfell Tower fire will be able to move into new homes as early as July. Uber CEO and founder Travis Kalanick has resigned amid pressure from investors.

Links:
• Tropical Storm Cindy: 10-year-old boy fatally struck by debris from storm surge
• UK government rehouses Grenfell Tower fire victims in luxury apartments
• Travis Kalanick steps down as CEO of Uber

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Georgia Election, Manning Leaks & EPA Committee Shakeup

Wed, 21 Jun 2017 09:55:00 GMT

Voters in Georgia’s 6th Congressional District cast their ballots Tuesday in a historic race between Republican Karen Handel and Democrat Jon Ossoff. A report from the Department of Defense contradicts statements that Chelsea Manning’s leaks were a threat to U.S. national security. The Trump administration canceled this year’s meetings for an EPA advisory committee, and will not renew memberships that expire in 2017.

Links:
• Georgia special election polls: Republican Karen Handel surges in lead-up to 6th District election
• Report: Chelsea Manning's leaked documents caused "no real harm" to US
• Trump administration will not renew key EPA advisers, cancels committee meetings in agency shakeup

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Finsbury Terror Attack, Muslim Teenager Dead & Syrian Plane Shot Down

Tue, 20 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

An attacker drove a van into pedestrians just as they left a mosque near Finsbury Park in London, a missing Muslim teenager was found dead and Russia responds to a U.S. fighter jet shooting down a Syrian government plane.

Links:
• Finsbury Park Mosque: Latest update on London van incident police are treating as a terrorist attack
• Nabra Hassanen's death wraps up an especially violent Ramadan for Muslim teenage girls
• Report: Russia says it will treat coalition planes in Syria as targets after US downs Syrian jet

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Cosby Mistrial, Portugal Fire & Trump’s Approval Rating

Mon, 19 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

The criminal court case against Bill Cosby ends in a mistrial, a catastrophic wildfire in Portugal kills at least 62 people, and President Trump decries the “witch hunt” against him in a series of tweets.

Links:
• What's Next for Bill Cosby: Comedian still faces 10 pending civil suits
• Portugal forest fire leaves at least 62 dead, country in national mourning
• Trump decries "witch hunt," claims 50% approval rating in early morning tweetstorm

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Scalise Update, Cuba Embargo & Dakota Access Pipeline

Fri, 16 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

House Majority Whip Steve Scalise is in critical condition and expected to undergo additional surgeries, President Donald Trump is expected to reinstate trade embargo with Cuba and a federal judge demands inquiry into the environmental impact of the Dakota Access pipeline.

Links:
• Trump says injured Scalise is "in some trouble"
• Donald Trump will once again restrict tourist travel to Cuba
• Standing Rock: Judge orders environmental impact study on DAPL, a last-ditch hope for the resistance

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Alexandria Shooting, London Apartment Fire & New U.S. Poet Laureate

Thu, 15 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Officials have identified the man who shot at Republican members of Congress as they practiced for a charity baseball game, a massive fire broke out in a London apartment, killing more than 12 people, and the Library of Congress announced the new U.S. poet laureate.

Links:
• Reports: Officials identify Alexandria shooting suspect as James T. Hodgkinson
• Grenfell Tower fire: Fatalities reported, more than 50 hospitalized after massive London fire
• Meet Tracy K. Smith, the new US poet laureate

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Sessions’ Testimony, Uber Harassment Policies & Megyn Kelly’s Controversial Interview

Wed, 14 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Attorney General Jeff Sessions testified to the Senate Intelligence Committee in a hearing that lasted more than two hours, Uber CEO Travis Kalanick will go on leave as the company adopts new harassment policies, and an anti-gun organization drops Megyn Kelly as an event host because of a controversial interview scheduled for her Sunday night show.

Links:
• 6 key takeaways from Jeff Sessions' Senate testimony
• Report: Uber CEO Travis Kalanick to take leave of absence
• Megyn Kelly dropped from Sandy Hook gala hosting gig after Alex Jones interview

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Travel Ban Blocked, COVFEFE Act & Jeff Sessions’ Testimony

Tue, 13 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals blocked President Donald Trump’s travel ban, a Democratic congressman introduced the COVFEFE Act to force Trump to preserve his tweets, and what to expect from Jeff Sessions’ testimony to Congress today.

Links:
• Donald Trump's travel ban blocked again, this time by the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals
• Democratic congressman introduces the "COVFEFE Act" to require Donald Trump to preserve his tweets
• 6 questions we have as Jeff Sessions prepares to testify before the Senate

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Sessions to Testify, Puerto Rico Referendum & Uber CEO's Future

Mon, 12 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Attorney General Jeff Sessions has agreed to testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee, Puerto Rico chooses statehood in referendum vote, and Uber CEO Travis Kalanick is on thin ice.

Links:
• Jeff Sessions will testify before Senate on Russia, Comey firing on Tuesday
• Puerto Rico overwhelming votes to become U.S. state, but likely won't
• Uber may ask CEO Travis Kalanick to step down

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Comey's Revelations, Bill Cosby's Trial & Missing Myanmar Plane

Fri, 09 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

The key takeaways from James Comey's testimony, updates on Bill Cosby's trial on sexual assault, and bodies are found off the coast of Myanmar where a military plane went missing.

Links:
• James Comey Testimony: The 6 key takeaways from the hearing on Trump and Russia
• Bill Cosby allegedly told police he gave Andrea Constand pills before "consensual sexual encounter"
• Bodies recovered off Myanmar's coast after military plane goes missing with more than 120 aboard

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Deep Dive: James Comey's Testimony

Thu, 08 Jun 2017 10:01:00 GMT

Ahead of the testimony to Congress of James Comey, former Director of the FBI, Mic politics reporter Will Drabold is here to give us the info we need: What is Comey expected to say and what could it mean for the Trump administration?
For more politics coverage, you can sign up for Mic's daily Navigating Trump's America newsletter here:
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Comey's Testimony, New FBI Director & Terror Attacks in Iran

Thu, 08 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Former FBI Director James Comey will testify before Congress today, President Donald Trump has announced his pick for the new FBI Director, and 12 people are killed in dual terror attacks in Iran.

Links:
• 3 new leaks that are damaging Donald Trump ahead of James Comey's testimony
• Who is Christopher Wray? Trump's pick to lead the FBI has ties to the president.
• Wednesday's attack in Iran is unusual. Here's why — and here's what it means for the future.

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NSA Leak, California Climate Agreement & London Mayor Sadiq Khan

Wed, 07 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

A woman is charged for allegedly leaking classified information from the NSA on Russian interference in the 2016 election, California signs climate agreement with China, and London Mayor Sadiq Khan responds to President Donald Trump's tweets on the London attack.

Links:
• NSA Document Leak: What to know about Reality Winner and the secret Russia report
• Defying Trump, California Governor Jerry Brown just signed a climate agreement with China
• London mayor Sadiq Khan asks UK to rescind Donald Trump invite after London attack tweets

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"Islamic Horror", Tennessee Gun Law & Trump's Tweetstorm

Tue, 06 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Louisiana Representative's Facebook post declares Christendom is at war with "Islamic horror", Tennessee gun law raises safety concerns for a Nashville bus station, and Trump tweets about his travel ban.

Links:
• Louisiana Rep. Clay Higgins on "radicalized Islamic" suspects after London attack: "Kill them all!"
• A new law will allow guns in a busy Nashville bus station. Here's why that's so dangerous.
• In AM tweetstorm, Trump slams "politically correct version" of what he confirms is a "travel ban"

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London Bridge Attack, Putin Interview & Clash in Portland

Mon, 05 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Seven dead in London Bridge terror attack, Megyn Kelly interviews Russian leader Vladimir Putin, and activists clash in Portland.

Links:
• Live updates: 7 people killed in terror attack at London Bridge and Borough Market
• Three big takeaways from Megyn Kelly's interview with Vladimir Putin
• Far-right activists and anti-fascist groups clash in Portland at dueling rallies

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Manila Shooting, Paris Climate Agreement, Comey Testimony

Fri, 02 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Breaking news from a reported shooting in Manila, Trump announces his decision on U.S. involvement in Paris climate agreement, and date is set for Comey's testimony to Congress.

Links:
• Manila Hotel Shooting: Reports of gunfire, explosions at Resorts World Manila, injuries possible
• United States will withdraw from Paris climate agreement, Trump announces
• Comey will testify on Trump Russia investigation on June 8

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Paris Climate Agreement, Kabul Bombing & Kathy Griffin

Thu, 01 Jun 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Indications that Trump may decide to pull U.S. out of Paris climate agreement, massive bombing attack in Kabul kills 90, and Kathy Griffin will not host CNN's New Years event.

Links:
• President Donald Trump will withdraw US from Paris climate agreement
• Kabul bombing: More than 80 killed by explosion in Afghan capital
• Kathy Griffin is out as the co-host of CNN's New Year's Eve show

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Manuel Noriega Dead, Russia's Trump Information & Sean Spicer Returns

Wed, 31 May 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Manuel Noriega dead at 83, Russian officials claim to have "derogatory" information on President Donald Trump, and Sean Spicer has a rough return to press briefings.

Links:
• Manuel Noriega, former Panamanian dictator, dead at 83
• Russians said they had potentially "derogatory" information on Donald Trump
• Sean Spicer gets combative in first on-camera press briefing in two weeks

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Texas Anti-Sanctuary City Law, Tiger Woods DUI & Sofia Coppola Wins Best Director

Tue, 30 May 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Protests against anti-sanctuary city bill, Tiger Woods arrested for DUI, and Sofia Coppola wins Best Director award at Cannes Film Festival.

Links:
• Protesters fill Texas Capitol to fight SB4, the state's new anti-sanctuary cities law
• Tiger Woods was arrested for a possible DUI in Florida
• TSofia Coppola becomes second woman to win best director prize at Cannes Film Festival

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Gianforte Punches Reporter, Trump Travel Ban & Sean Hannity

Fri, 26 May 2017 10:00:00 GMT

A Republican candidate in Montana's special election charged with misdemeanor assault after punching a reporter, Trump's travel ban blocked by a federal appeals court, and advertisers flee Sean Hannity's show.

Links:
• Greg Gianforte allegedly assaulted a reporter. Here's why he's still the favorite to win.
• 4th Circuit blocks Trump's travel ban once again
• Here's a running list of advertisers who have abandoned Sean Hannity's Fox News show

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Manchester Arrests, Taiwan LGBTQ Victory & Trump Meets Pope

Thu, 25 May 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Arrests made in Manchester Bombing investigation, a historic decision in Taiwan for same-sex couples, and Trump meets Pope Francis during his trip abroad.

Links:
• Manchester Bombing: Three more arrested in attack at Ariana Grande concert arena
• Taiwan takes historic step toward same-sex marriage legalization
• Trump meets Pope Francis in Vatican visit

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Manchester Arena Bombing, Brennan Testimony & Roger Moore

Wed, 24 May 2017 10:00:00 GMT

Details on the deadly bombing in Manchester Arena, former CIA Director reveals he knew of Russian officials interacting with the Trump campaign, and James Bond actor dies at 89.
For more on these stories:
• ISIS claims responsibility for deadly Manchester Arena bombing
• Former CIA director says he knew about contacts between Trump's campaign and Russia
• Roger Moore: James Bond actor dead at 89

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May 23, 2017: Flynn Pleads Fifth, Fox News Lawsuits & Facebook's Revenge Porn Policy

Tue, 23 May 2017 10:00:00 GMT

For more on these stories:• Mike Flynn will plead the Fifth — which Donald Trump said is something only the guilty do
• 3 more Fox News employees are suing for sexual harassment and racial discrimination
• Facebook's revenge porn policy doesn't technically include victims of the Marines United scandal

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Trump and Russians, Assange Investigation & Biden 2020

Fri, 19 May 2017 21:40:50 GMT

• Trump to Russians: Firing "nut job" Comey eased "great pressure" regarding Russia probe
• Sweden drops rape investigation into Julian Assange
• Joe Biden says he "very well may" run for president in 2020

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Roger Ailes Dead, Trump Tweets & Strike Against Assad Regime

Thu, 18 May 2017 22:40:15 GMT

• Report: Roger Ailes, former chairman and CEO of Fox News, dead at 77
• Trump breaks 12-hour Twitter silence with tweet calling the Russia probe a "witch hunt"
• US forces strike Assad regime in Syria

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Comey's Memo, Chelsea Manning Released & Confederate Monument Removed

Wed, 17 May 2017 22:29:17 GMT

• What we talk about when we talk about impeachment
• Report: Chelsea Manning has been freed from military prison in Fort Leavenworth
• Crowd cheers as New Orleans removes Confederate monument to General P.G.T. Beauregard

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Classified Information, Trump's Advisors & 10-Year-Old Rape Victim

Tue, 16 May 2017 22:34:47 GMT

• Donald Trump admits he gave Russia information about "terrorism and airline flight safety"
• Trump's advisers are reportedly afraid to leave him alone with foreign leaders
• 10-year-old rape victim in India will be allowed to get an abortion

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Assad Regime Atrocities, North Carolina Voter ID Law & Toyota's Interest in SkyDrive

Mon, 15 May 2017 22:29:18 GMT

• US officials accuse Assad regime of killing thousands of Syrians, burning their bodies
• The North Carolina voter ID law that targeted blacks is dead, thanks to the Supreme Court
• The Cartivator flying car is straight out of ‘Harry Potter’ — and it really works

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Drug Crime Enforcement, Trump's Comey Tweet & EPA Resignations

Fri, 12 May 2017 22:57:59 GMT

• Jeff Sessions wants stricter enforcement of drug crimes. People of color will suffer.
• Donald Trump just issued a threat to James Comey "before he starts leaking to the press"
• EPA adviser who quit in protest says Trump admin. has subcommittee on "firing line"

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Confederate Monuments, Election Integrity & Comey Contradictions

Thu, 11 May 2017 22:35:00 GMT

• New Orleans Confederate monument of Jefferson Davis taken down
• Critics are tearing into Donald Trump's new "election integrity" task force
• Acting FBI director says White House is wrong, Comey had "broad support" within the FBI

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James Comey, Drug Crime Prosecutions & Betsy DeVos Commencement Speech

Wed, 10 May 2017 22:37:09 GMT

• Report: Comey asked for more money for the Trump-Russia investigation days before firing
• Attorney General Jeff Sessions to double down on prosecuting drug crimes
• Betsy DeVos was greeted with a "huge chorus" of boos during her speech at Bethune-Cookman

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Anti-Muslim Hate Crimes, South Korean Presidency & Temporary Protected Status for Haitians

Tue, 09 May 2017 22:13:48 GMT

• Anti-Muslim hate crimes rose 57% in 2016, new report says
• Progressive Moon Jae-in elected president of South Korea
• JTrump administration seeks evidence of crimes committed by Haitians in the US

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Obama's Warning to Trump, Nicki Minaj Helps Students & Scientists Can Utilize Polluted Air

Mon, 08 May 2017 23:00:50 GMT

• Obama warned Trump not to hire Michael Flynn, report says
• Celebrities like Nicki Minaj can't even make a dent in the student debt crisis
• Scientists figured out how to convert polluted air into clean energy

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Flying Pigs Block Trump Tower, Trayvon Martin Posthumous Degree & Twitter Reacts to AHCA

Fri, 05 May 2017 22:21:37 GMT

• Architects to block Trump Tower in Chicago with Orwellian flying pigs
• Trayvon Martin's family to receive the pilot's degree the slain teen dreamed of earning
• Twitter users share their pre-existing conditions after GOP vote to repeal Obamacare

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GOP Health Care, Trump's Religious Freedom Executive Order & Prince Philip's Retirement

Thu, 04 May 2017 23:33:59 GMT

• GOP's health care bill passes in the House, heads to the Senate
• 3 key takeaways from Trump's religious freedom executive order
• Prince Philip to retire from handling royal engagements

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Comey's Senate Hearing, Texas College Shooting & Tillerson at the State Department

Thu, 04 May 2017 02:54:06 GMT

• 3 key takeaways from James Comey's Senate Judiciary Committee hearing.
• Shooting at North Lake College in Texas leaves two dead, including suspect.
• Rex Tillerson finally addresses the department he runs, clears up nothing.

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Trump's "Good" Gov Shutdown, Merkel and Putin & Kimmel's Plea for ACA

Wed, 03 May 2017 02:51:26 GMT

• Trump just called for a "good" government shutdown. Here's what that would look like.
• Merkel pushes Putin to stop LGBTQ killings in Chechnya.
• Jimmy Kimmel makes tearful plea for Obamacare after near death of newborn son.

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May Day Protests, Bill Shine Out at Fox & Trump Kills "Let Girls Learn"

Tue, 02 May 2017 01:03:45 GMT

• These photos show the massive May Day protests happening across the country.
• Fox News co-president Bill Shine has been ousted.
• Trump nixes Michelle Obama's "Let Girls Learn" program.

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Biden Condemns College Rape, Bernie Crusades for $15 Minimum Wage & Trump Complains About His New Job

Fri, 28 Apr 2017 19:22:25 GMT

• Joe Biden wants male college students to "change the culture" around campus assault.
• Bernie Sanders' new bill would raise minimum wage to $15. Does it stand a chance?
• Donald Trump thought being president would be "easier".

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Flynn Possibly Broke Law, Southwest Ceases Overbooking & Samantha Bee in Hot(ish) Water

Thu, 27 Apr 2017 21:52:50 GMT

• Ex-Trump security adviser Michael Flynn was warned not to take foreign money.
• Southwest Airlines will stop overbooking flights.
• Samantha Bee says visiting Rikers Island felt like "a Caribbean vacation".

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Trump's Tax Slash, UC-Berkeley Bars Another Conservative Speaker & Bill Cosby's Daughter Speaks Out

Wed, 26 Apr 2017 22:05:16 GMT

• Trump's tax plan is short on details, but will lower taxes on billionaires like him.
• Ann Coulter speech at UC Berkeley canceled again — for real this time.
• Bill Cosby's daughter pens a letter in defense of her father.

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Russia Arming Taliban?, Trump on Anti-Semitism & Ivanka Booed in Germany

Tue, 25 Apr 2017 22:49:49 GMT

• Is Russia arming the Taliban? Here's what we know about the US general's claims.
• Trump pledges to fight anti-Semitism despite allegations that his rise helped unleash it.
• Ivanka Trump booed after saying her father is a "tremendous champion" of families.

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International March for Science, Obama Returns & Reducing Work Stress

Mon, 24 Apr 2017 21:55:45 GMT

• March for Science 2017: Demonstrators rallied from the North Pole to New Zealand.
• Obama's first speech since leaving office ripped out his supporters' hearts all over again.
• 5 steps you can take to reduce workplace stress.

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Legal Weed More Popular, Men Dominate Abortion Conversation & Trump's First 100 Days

Sat, 22 Apr 2017 02:12:39 GMT

• Marijuana Legalization in the US: Here's how most Americans feel about legal weed.
• Men are dominating the conversation about abortion on cable news.
• Trump First 100 Days: President rips "ridiculous standard" for measuring early performance.

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Paris Police Shooting, Resurrecting Trumpcare & Loafing Millennial Men

Fri, 21 Apr 2017 01:12:53 GMT

• Paris Shooter: Champs-Élysées gunfire leaves one police officer dead.
• The GOP is trying to resurrect Trumpcare — and nuke pre-existing condition protections.
• More than 2 million millennials aren't in school or working — and most are white and male.

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O'Reilly Fired, Aaron Hernandez Suicide & Chaffetz Retires

Thu, 20 Apr 2017 02:48:01 GMT

• Bill O'Reilly Fired: Fox News cuts ties with 'O'Reilly Factor' host amid uproar.
• Aaron Hernandez Suicide: Former NFL star, serving life sentence, dies.
• Jason Chaffetz announces retirement from Congress.

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Facebook Killer Found, Trump End H1-B & O'Reilly Harassment Protest

Wed, 19 Apr 2017 03:04:00 GMT

• Steve Stephens Dead: Suspect in video slaying of Robert Godwin Sr. shoots himself.
• H-1B Executive Order: How "Buy American, Hire American" will affect visa holders.
• Sexual assault survivors protest Bill O'Reilly outside Fox News headquarters in NYC.

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Maryland Legislature Rape Bill, Georgia Special Election & Boston Marathon

Tue, 18 Apr 2017 01:24:20 GMT

• In Maryland, a group of men blocks women from revoking rapists' parental rights.
• 3 things to watch in Georgia's 6th District special election.
• Who won the Boston Marathon? Here's the 2017 winner's list..

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Trump Voters Fear Diversity, Immigrant Detention Center in Texas & Oceans in Space

Sat, 15 Apr 2017 01:40:06 GMT

• Poll shows Americans voted for Trump out of "fear of diversity".
• Private firm wins $110 million contract for new immigrant detention center in Texas.
• NASA has discovered a possible ocean on Saturn’s moon Enceladus — could that mean life?.

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US Drops MOAB, Trump Defunds Planned Parenthood & Pioneering Muslim Judge Found Dead

Fri, 14 Apr 2017 00:11:13 GMT

• The US just dropped a MOAB — the so-called "mother of all bombs" — on Afghanistan.
• Donald Trump gives states green light to withhold funds from Planned Parenthood.
• Sheila Abdus-Salaam: Latest updates on the investigation into pioneering NY judge's death.

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Tillerson in Moscow, Charlie Murphy Passes & Fearless Girl Causing Trouble

Wed, 12 Apr 2017 22:46:32 GMT

*Rex Tillerson in Moscow: “There is a low level of trust” between Russia and the US.
*Charlie Murphy Dead: What we know about the comedian's death at 57.
*The sculptor behind the Charging Bull statue is mad as hell about Fearless Girl.

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Spicer Hitler Gaffe, Trump's Travel Costs & United Dragging Aftermath

Wed, 12 Apr 2017 01:15:22 GMT

*Sean Spicer: Even Hitler didn't use chemical weapons.
*A year of Trump's travel costs may exceed 8 years of Obama's.
*United Airlines Response: What has United said about the viral "re-accommodation" video?.

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San Bernardino School Shooting, Dylann Roof Plea & Russian Knew of Syria Gas Attack

Mon, 10 Apr 2017 22:40:30 GMT

*San Bernardino School Shooting: 2 adults reported dead at North Park Elementary.
*Dylann Roof pleads guilty to state murder charges, avoiding second death penalty.
*Russia knew about Syria's chemical weapons attack in advance: Report.

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US Strikes Syria, Gorsuch on the Supreme Court & Peanut Butter Science

Sat, 08 Apr 2017 02:37:00 GMT

*Why did the US bomb Syria? 3 things to know about Trump's attack on Assad.
*Neil Gorsuch confirmed to the Supreme Court.
*The science behind why chocolate and peanut butter make an irresistible match.

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Senate GOP Goes Nuclear, Nunes Recuses & Mourning Don Rickles

Thu, 06 Apr 2017 23:17:00 GMT

*Senate Republicans invoke the "nuclear option," moving Gorsuch closer to the Supreme Court.
*Embattled Rep. Devin Nunes is stepping down from leading the Trump-Russia probe.
*Don Rickles Cause of Death: 'Toy Story' actor and legendary comedian dead at 90.

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Trump Calls Out Syria, Bannon is off the NSC & Pepsi Pulls Jenner Ad

Thu, 06 Apr 2017 00:37:00 GMT

*Trump’s evasive news conference on Syria leaves Americans in the dark as to his plan.
*Steve Bannon off the National Security Council, report says.
*Pepsi pulls offensive ad, apologizes for "putting Kendall Jenner in this position".

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O'Reilly Sponsors Bail, Funding Cuts for UN Children's Fund & Radio Waves from Outer Space

Tue, 04 Apr 2017 22:37:00 GMT

*A running list of 'O'Reilly Factor' advertisers pulling out in wake of 'NYT' report.
*Trump has halted funds to the UN's maternal health fund because of its stance on abortion.
*Researchers confirm that mysterious radio waves are actually coming from outer space.

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Possibly Unethical White House Meetings, Trump Salary Donation & Massive May Day Strike

Tue, 04 Apr 2017 00:27:00 GMT

*Trump-tied businessmen met NSC officials, Bannon over Venezuela sanctions, sources say.
*Trump cut the Interior Department a $78K check — 3 weeks after proposing devastating cuts.
*Undocumented activists announce plans for the biggest workers strike in over a decade.

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Flint Water Settlement, History of April Fools' & Amazon Girl Scout Cookie

Fri, 31 Mar 2017 22:27:00 GMT

*The state of the Flint water crisis, by the numbers.
*The little-known history of April Fools' Day — seriously, this is no joke.
*You can now buy Girl Scout cookies on Amazon — but there's a catch.

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Flynn Seeks Immunity, Two Dems Support Gorsuch & Beyoncé in 'The Lion King'?

Fri, 31 Mar 2017 14:27:00 GMT

*Former National Security Adviser Mike Flynn agrees to testify in exchange for immunity.
*Two Democratic senators announce they are backing Neil Gorsuch for the Supreme Court.
*Beyoncé may join the new 'Lion King' remake, according to a 'Variety' report.

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Planned Parenthood in Danger, White House Helped Nunes & Millennials Not Voiting

Fri, 31 Mar 2017 01:27:00 GMT

*With Pence's help, states could soon be allowed to withhold funds from abortion providers.
*Report: White House officials helped give Nunes intelligence on Trump surveillance.
*Will millennial activism carry over to voting? Survey says the jury's still out..

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Bathroom Bill Repeal, Trump's Approval Slides Further & Giant Snake Swallows Man Whole

Thu, 30 Mar 2017 15:17:00 GMT

*North Carolina legislators may have reached deal to repeal transgender bathroom bill HB2.
*Donald Trump's approval rating sinks to another all-time low.
*23-foot-long giant python swallows Indonesian man whole in rare attack on human.

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146 Refugees Drown, Brexit Really Begins & Trump Targets Opioid Addiciton

Thu, 30 Mar 2017 00:57:00 GMT

*Boat carrying refugees, migrants sinks in Mediterranean, nearly 150 people thought dead.
*Trump is trying to block a lawsuit from 'Apprentice' contestant who accused him of assault.
*Trump launches opioid committee after GOP tried to slash substance abuse treatment funding.

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Internet Histories for Sale, Trump Sued for Sexual Assault & Uber's Regrettable Diversity Report

Wed, 29 Mar 2017 15:27:00 GMT

*Republicans repeal ISP privacy rules — which means they can sell your online history.
*Trump is trying to block a lawsuit from 'Apprentice' contestant who accused him of assault.
*Uber's first diversity report is getting roasted for its nicknames for minority employees.

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Climate Executive Order, Legal Pot in Canada & Babies Cost Four Times What You Think

Wed, 29 Mar 2017 00:57:00 GMT

*Trump Executive Order: President signs order rolling back Obama's Clean Power Plan.
*Is weed legal in Canada? Canada reportedly plans to legalize marijuana in 2018.
*The first year of raising a baby costs four times what you think it does.

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Trump to End Climate Protections, Mnuchin Ethics Questions & Maxine Waters Wants Trump Out

Tue, 28 Mar 2017 15:13:00 GMT

*Trump expected to sign executive order slashing Obama-era climate regulations.
*Steve Mnuchin may be the latest Trump official to violate ethics agreement.
*Maxine Waters on Donald Trump: "I'm out to get him."

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Sessions Threatens Sanctuary Cities, Trump Approval Drops & Uber Self-Driving Crash

Tue, 28 Mar 2017 03:27:00 GMT

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GOP Ignored Dems, Tomi Lahren Got the Boot & OITNB Couple Got Married

Mon, 27 Mar 2017 15:27:00 GMT

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GOP Health Bill Dies, Pizzagate Gunman Pleads Guilty & More Jobs for Robots

Sat, 25 Mar 2017 01:37:00 GMT

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Trump May Bail on Healthcare, London Attacker ID'ed & Men Don't Care about Birth Control?

Fri, 24 Mar 2017 15:37:00 GMT

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AHCA Vote Postponed, Polar Sea Ice Record Low & Cookie Dough All the Rage

Thu, 23 Mar 2017 23:47:00 GMT

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Trump Russia Coordination, Joe Biden Returns & Kaepernick Donates to Meals on Wheels

Thu, 23 Mar 2017 15:07:00 GMT

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London Terror Attack, Trump Wiretap Claim Muddied & Border Patrol Sexual Assault Suit

Thu, 23 Mar 2017 02:17:00 GMT

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Trump to Meet NATO, Manafort Worked with Russians & Nico Hines Talks Olympic Scandal

Wed, 22 Mar 2017 15:37:00 GMT

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Trumpcare Updates, Infant Mortality is Down & Gay Workers Losing Promotions

Wed, 22 Mar 2017 02:37:00 GMT

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Devices Banned on Planes, Young People Think Trump Illegitimate & Autistic Muppet on Sesame Street

Tue, 21 Mar 2017 14:17:00 GMT

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Intelligence Hearing Bombshells, Gorsuch Confirmation Challenges & Florida State Attorney Under Fire

Tue, 21 Mar 2017 01:17:00 GMT

James Comey Russia Hearing: "No information" to support Trump's wiretapping claims.
4 takeaways from Day 1 of Neil Gorsuch confirmation hearings.
Florida lawmakers aim to cut Aramis Ayala's budget because she won't seek death penalty.
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Trump's Approval Dips Further, Facebook Live Police Shooting & First Trans Man Elected in Japan

Mon, 20 Mar 2017 14:37:00 GMT

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Trump and Merkel, Stolen Secret Service Briefcase & Smartphones over Drugs?

Sat, 18 Mar 2017 03:17:00 GMT

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Japanese Missile Drill, Bernie is Most Popular & Netflix Power Binging on the Rise

Fri, 17 Mar 2017 15:37:00 GMT

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Trump Wiretapping Claims Dismissed, Samsung's Foldable Phone & Huge Humpback Whale Pods

Fri, 17 Mar 2017 01:47:00 GMT

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Trump's Budget, Arizona Mosque Vandalized & State Senator Charged with Solicitation

Thu, 16 Mar 2017 14:57:00 GMT

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Travel Order Blocked Again, Fed Raises Rates & Nationalist Defeat in Dutch Election

Thu, 16 Mar 2017 01:27:00 GMT

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Trump's Taxes, EU Headscarf Bans & Rubio Beefs with Snoop Dogg

Wed, 15 Mar 2017 15:47:00 GMT

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Congressional HIV/AIDS Support, Declining Trump Approval Rating & Amazon Rainforest in Danger

Wed, 15 Mar 2017 01:31:00 GMT

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More Trumpcare Woes, Rosie Takes on Chaffets & Texas Law to Penalize Masturbation

Tue, 14 Mar 2017 15:23:00 GMT

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Trumpcare CBO Scoring, LGBT Hate Crimes in DC & iPhone 8 Rumors

Tue, 14 Mar 2017 01:47:00 GMT

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Bharara Firing Reaction, DOJ Calls for Evidence & East Coast Big Snow

Mon, 13 Mar 2017 15:17:00 GMT

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Trumpcare Opioid Crisis, White House Facts & Cheese is Bad?

Sat, 11 Mar 2017 02:17:00 GMT

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Ballooning Photo Scandal, Birth Control Savings & Vegetarian Ancestors

Fri, 10 Mar 2017 16:17:00 GMT

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Dusseldorf Axe Attack, Travel Ban Legal Challenge & Android Better than iPhone

Fri, 10 Mar 2017 01:43:00 GMT

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Women's Day Arrests, Crowdfunded Candidacy & Learning Better Memory

Thu, 09 Mar 2017 16:23:00 GMT

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Costs of a World Without Women, More GOP Healthcare Woes & LA Voters Stay Home

Thu, 09 Mar 2017 02:37:00 GMT

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Healthcare Rollout, CIA Wikileaks & Nike's Pro Hijab

Wed, 08 Mar 2017 16:17:00 GMT

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GOP Healthcare Impact, Threats Against Jewish Communities & Rhino Poaching at a Zoo

Wed, 08 Mar 2017 03:53:00 GMT

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Obamacare Replacement, Ben Carson Gaffe & Chance the Rapper Helps School

Tue, 07 Mar 2017 16:33:00 GMT

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New Trump Travel Ban, Non-decision on Transgender Rights & Gadget Privacy Standards

Tue, 07 Mar 2017 00:57:00 GMT

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H1-B Slowdown, #March4Trump Violence & Marine Corps Photo Scandal

Mon, 06 Mar 2017 16:27:00 GMT

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Sexism in Parliament, Pence's Private Email & the Dark Side of Mobile Tech

Sat, 04 Mar 2017 01:47:00 GMT

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Trump Campaign Finance, Muslim Governor & Trans Wrestler Support

Fri, 03 Mar 2017 15:23:00 GMT

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Sessions Recuses, NYC Trans Rights & Snap IPO

Fri, 03 Mar 2017 02:07:00 GMT

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Sessions Russia Scandal, Chicago No Snow & Beauty and the Beast

Thu, 02 Mar 2017 16:07:40 GMT

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Earth's Oldest Life, Snapchat NRA Ads & Flint Water Bills

Thu, 02 Mar 2017 01:41:00 GMT

Scientists find 3.77-billion-year-old fossils that may be from Earth's earliest life forms.
Leaked Snapchat emails: Gun safety charity told to pay or NRA ads may appear on videos.
Flint residents to pay full price for water that's still undrinkable without filtering.

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Fact-Checking Trump Speech, Dems in White & Uber CEO

Wed, 01 Mar 2017 15:33:00 GMT