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The Rich White Civil War
The New York Times - 16 Oct 2018 01:15
A smarter look at America's divide.
Does Manny Machado Run Too Hard, or Not Hard Enough? Maybe Both
The New York Times - 16 Oct 2018 13:14
The Dodgers star infielder is a free agent in waiting.
Rural Women and Girls Sidelined
Human Rights Watch - 16 Oct 2018 01:47
Rural women and girls play vital roles in their families and communities. They produce food, gather water, provide care, and navigate myriad challenges from poverty to environmental disasters, due to climate change. Toda...
Blackouts Criticized as Utilities' Self-Protection When California Fire Risk Is High
The New York Times - 16 Oct 2018 04:43
Citing safety concerns, power companies are cutting off electricity when and where the hazard is greatest. Consumer advocates see a strong-arm strategy to change liability law.
Australia Considers Moving Its Israel Embassy to Jerusalem, in Tandem With President Trump
Time - 16 Oct 2018 04:36
In line with President Trump's decision to recognize the contested holy city as Israel's capital
President Trump Suggests 'Rogue Killers' Are Responsible for Missing Saudi Journalist
Time - 16 Oct 2018 04:12
President Trump suggested "rogue killers" could be responsible for the disappearance of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, a critic of the Saudi regime
Suspicious envelope sent to Maine home of Sen. Susan Collins
Boston - 16 Oct 2018 04:44
The FBI said preliminary tests on the letter and its contents indicated that there was no threat to the public.
Mother, 4 children dead in apparent murder-suicide: cops
New York Post - 16 Oct 2018 04:27
Cops in Tennessee are investigating an apparent murder-suicide involving a mother and her four children — ages 7 to 16, according to reports. Local authorities confirmed the probe, telling WTVF and other media outlets ...
A Grizzly Bear Mom Mauled a Hunter After He Inadvertently Spooked Her Cub
Time - 16 Oct 2018 04:08
It was at least the seventh bear attack on a human since May
Federal judge dismisses Stormy Daniels' libel case against President Trump
USA Today - 16 Oct 2018 03:21
A federal judge ruled that President Donald Trump's tweets are protected by the First Amendment.
GOP Congressman Somehow Manages To Mention Nancy Pelosi 21 Times In A Debate
The Huffington Post - 16 Oct 2018 03:14
No, GOP Rep. Dave Brat is not running against the House minority leader. He's actually facing Democrat Abigail Spanberger in Virginia.
Sessions warns against judicial activism, 'unprecedented reviews'
USA Today - 16 Oct 2018 03:03Northern Thailand food: 9 dishes every visitor needs to try
CNN - 16 Oct 2018 02:26
Northern Thailand is home to elephant sanctuaries, the iconic white temple Wat Rong Khun and the buzzy city of Chiang Mai.
Pippa Middleton gives birth to baby boy
USA Today - 16 Oct 2018 17:12
Pippa Middleton gave birth to her first child, a first cousin to the little royals, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis of Cambridge.
This Statewide Elected Office Has Drawn Unusual Interest From Democrats
Time - 16 Oct 2018 17:10
In most states, the office of secretary of state is far from glamorous. Though the duties vary, it’s largely an administrative role involving keeping records and issuing licenses. But Democrats have made it a priority ...
Ga. police still seek clues in shooting death of model Kelsey Quayle
USA Today - 16 Oct 2018 17:09
One week after 28-year-old Kelsey Quayle was fatally shot, police in Georgia are still searching for clues into who killed the aspiring model.
Venezuelan fans endure sacrifices to 'Play Ball' amid crisis
USA Today - 16 Oct 2018 17:01
Winter league baseball is under way in Venezuela, and fans are having to make sacrifices to feed their passion for the "pelota," or the ball, as the national pastime is affectionately known
UEFA charges Romania for racism, misconduct by fans
USA Today - 16 Oct 2018 16:55
UEFA has charged the Romanian soccer federation with fan misconduct for racist chants and banners at a Nations League game
UN concerned about Angola's expulsion of 200,000 Congolese
Miami Herald - 16 Oct 2018 16:51
The U.N. refugee agency is expressing concern over Angolan authorities' expulsion of some 200,000 Congolese in the past two weeks, saying it could create a humanitarian crisis. The U.N. agency …
Spain faces calls to release Catalan activists from jail
Miami Herald - 16 Oct 2018 16:44
The Spanish government is facing calls from Catalan politicians and human rights groups to release jailed separatists, including two prominent pro-independence activists placed in pre-trial detention a year ago. Amnesty ...
A Missing Teen Whose Parents Were Found Dead in Wisconsin May Have Been Seen in Miami
Time - 16 Oct 2018 16:42
'At the end of the end of the day, I want a 13-year-old here safe and sound'
Trump claims he has 'no financial interests in Saudi Arabia.' Here's video of him claiming the Saudis gave him $50 million.
The Week - 16 Oct 2018 16:41
President Trump would like you to forget that he boasted of his business deals in Saudi Arabia many times throughout his presidential campaign. The president on Tuesday tweeted that he has "no financial interests in Saud...