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Amanda Knox is getting married in 40 days, but she's still rocking her old prison uniform
CNN - 21 Jan 2020 16:43
Amanda Knox has been free for nine years since her murder conviction was overturned and is soon to be married. But she's still clinging to a bit of her past.
The Rebellion Against the Elites in Latin America
The New York Times - 21 Jan 2020 12:00
A widespread sentiment dissatisfaction and lack of fairness is driving protests across the region.
Lebanon Announces New Government
Wall Street Journal - 21 Jan 2020 22:58
The new coalition, led by a Hezbollah-backed prime minister, may not satisfy protesters who brought down the prior regime or win support from countries critical to pulling Lebanon out of a deepening economic slide, some ...
Puerto Rico distributes emergency supplies that were left in old warehouse for years
ABC News - 21 Jan 2020 02:00
The supplies were distributed to the towns hardest hit by recent earthquakes.
Amanda Knox puts on old prison uniform as she preps for wedding
New York Post - 21 Jan 2020 04:59
She’s got her something old. Amanda Knox pulled on her decade-old Italian prison uniform while prepping for her upcoming wedding. The 32-year-old former tabloid sensation on Sunday posted a photo on Instagram of hersel...
Pilot with 'anger issues' busted for racist graffiti in airport bathroom
New York Post - 21 Jan 2020 04:00
A commercial airline pilot dealing with “anger issues” was arrested in Florida for allegedly scrawling racist graffiti in an airport bathroom. James Ellis Dees, who was fired by Endeavor Air after his arrest, was bus...
Amtrak's Charge to Accommodate 2 Extra Wheelchairs? $25,000
The New York Times - 21 Jan 2020 23:44
Amtrak apologized after officials told an advocacy group that it would cost $25,000 to accommodate two additional passengers in wheelchairs.
Why phase 1 of the U.S.-China trade deal 'may be doomed from the start'
The Week - 21 Jan 2020 16:59
Despite Washington and Beijing having agreed to an initial framework, it might not be time to breathe a sigh of relief when it comes to the U.S.-China trade war, says the Peterson Institute for International Economics' C...
House impeachment managers urge senators to reject McConnell's rules
New York Post - 21 Jan 2020 16:46
The Democratic lawmakers who will prosecute the House’s case against President Trump in the Senate impeachment trial on Tuesday blasted Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s proposed rules and urged senators to vo...
Wounded Lebanese protesters undeterred after weekend violence
Al Jazeera English - 21 Jan 2020 16:41
Youth injured during clashes in Beirut say they will continue to protest until their demands are met.
See why Howie Mandel used the 'golden buzzer' on 'AGT'
CNN - 21 Jan 2020 17:11
"America's Got Talent" judge Howie Mandel used the "golden buzzer" to move a dance crew to the show's finals. HLN's Melissa Knowles reports.
3 Horses Die in 3 Days at Santa Anita, Prompting Fresh Criticism of Racetrack
The New York Times - 21 Jan 2020 05:41
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals has called on California racing officials to suspend racing at the track.
Hundreds of Central American Migrants Stuck in River 'No-Man's Land' After Mexican Troops Block Their Way North
Time - 21 Jan 2020 16:58
About 100 National Guard agents formed a barrier with anti-riot gear into the night
Kellyanne Conway decides Martin Luther King Jr. would have opposed Trump's impeachment
The Week - 21 Jan 2020 04:45
Everyone knows that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. fought for social justice, racial equality, and an end to poverty, but White House counselor Kellyanne Conway thinks he also wouldn't stand for President Trump's impeachment...
Wall Street opens lower on China virus outbreak, growth worries
Reuters - 21 Jan 2020 16:53
U.S. stocks opened lower on Tuesday, as worries about the fallout from a deadly virus outbreak in China and a gloomy growth outlook from the IMF stalled a record rally on Wall Street.
Mitt Romney pledges to have 'open mind' during Trump impeachment trial
New York Post - 21 Jan 2020 16:42
"Deciding whether or not a sitting president should be removed from office is perhaps the most solemn matter that can ever come before the United States Senate."
Future Forward risks Thailand ban on monarchy, Illuminati claims
Al Jazeera English - 21 Jan 2020 05:14
Constitutional Court to announce ruling on upstart party that shocked establishment in 2019 general election.
Iranian lawmaker offers $3 million reward to 'whoever kills Trump'
New York Post - 21 Jan 2020 15:17
An Iranian lawmaker has offered a $3 million reward to anyone who assassinates President Trump — adding that the Islamic republic could avoid threats if it had nuclear weapons, according to a report. “On behalf of th...
WHO to convene emergency meeting as China virus spreads
Al Jazeera English - 21 Jan 2020 02:08
Agency will meet on Wednesday to decide whether to declare outbreak 'public health emergency of international concern'.
Greta Thunberg calls for end to all fossil fuel investment "now" at Davos forum
CBSNews - 21 Jan 2020 16:37
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, teen climate activist Greta Thunberg tore into world leaders, whom she accused of "fueling the flames" of climate change with their inaction. She delivered the opening r...
Trump to Focus on Economy at Davos, Seeking a Counter to Impeachment
The New York Times - 21 Jan 2020 11:54
President Trump was scheduled to make his first appearance on the international stage since the House sent impeachment articles to the Senate, on the day his trial is set to begin in earnest.
Trump's Russia adviser is put on administrative leave
CBSNews - 21 Jan 2020 05:18
Andrew Peek, the top White House adviser on Russia, was under investigation by the State Department before he was detailed to the White House in November.