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Sisters of the Valley 'Weed nuns' praise study stating pot can prevent COVID-19
New York Post - 16 Jan 2022 04:24
The "weed nuns" cheered an Oregon State University study that found cannabis may help prevent COVID-19 infections.
Young woman stabbed to death in random attack at upscale Los Angeles furniture store
NY Daily News - 16 Jan 2022 03:53
Brianna Kupfer, 24, was killed at work.
Hartford boy, 13, dies from fentanyl overdose
NY Daily News - 16 Jan 2022 05:42
The boy has not been identified.
Florida Dem Gov. candidate compares Ron DeSantis to Hitler in interview
New York Post - 16 Jan 2022 04:58
In an appearance on NPR, Fried was asked about having previously referred to the Republican governor an "authoritarian dictator."
New Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin bans critical race theory, school mask rules
New York Post - 16 Jan 2022 03:55
Republican Glenn Youngkin was sworn in as Virginia’s 74th governor Saturday — and took immediate action on the hot-button issues that secured his upset victory over former Gov. Terry McAuliffe in November. Youngkin, ...
China is risking a big hit to the economy and supply chains with zero-Omicron approach
CNN - 16 Jan 2022 03:32
The Chinese government's unwavering insistence on stamping out any trace of the coronavirus is facing its biggest test yet as authorities grapple with Omicron's quickening spread. And it could cost the world's second lar...
WATCH: Large waves crash along California coast amid tsunami advisory
ABC News - 16 Jan 2022 01:58
Tsunami advisories were put into effect on the West Coast in the wake of an undersea volcanic eruption near Tonga.
This Presidency Isn't Turning Out as Planned
The New York Times - 16 Jan 2022 19:16
The problems the president is facing are an almost perfect inversion of the problems Obama faced.
U of Michigan president fired after employee relationship, 'inappropriate' emails surface
New York Post - 16 Jan 2022 16:33
The University of Michigan fired president Dr. Mark Schlissel for having a years-long affair with a subordinate, and sending "inappropriate" messages to her on his university email.
Djokovic leaves Australia after losing appeal to reinstate visa
ABC News - 16 Jan 2022 14:55
Novak Djokovic has lost his Federal Court fight to stay in Australia. His application has been dismissed and the government's decision has been upheld.
Dutch royal family to temporarily stop using Golden Coach, following criticism of colonial ties
CNN - 16 Jan 2022 14:20
King Willem-Alexander has said the Dutch royal family will temporarily stop using the Golden Coach until "the Netherlands is ready," following criticism of colonial ties to the horse-drawn carriage.
U.S. South and Northeast Brace for Winter Storm That Pounded the Midwest
The New York Times - 16 Jan 2022 02:19
Dangerous ice was expected to hit the Carolinas, and up to a foot of snow was predicted from Tennessee to upstate New York and Vermont.
Tsunami waves create seaside spectacle on California coast in wild video
New York Post - 16 Jan 2022 01:50
The underwater volcano near Tonga in the South Pacific sparked tsunami waves and a seaside spectacle Saturday on the California coast nearly 6,000 miles away.
Putin 'smells weakness' from Biden: GOP lawmaker
NY Daily News - 16 Jan 2022 23:55
The chaotic withdrawal of U.S. forces from Afghanistan has emboldened Russia's President Vladimir Putin, the top Republican on the House Foreign Affairs Committee said Sunday.
Search underway for suspect in fatal shooting aboard Amtrak train
ABC News - 16 Jan 2022 23:51
An assailant in the fatal shooting of a man on an Amtrak train in Missouri remained on the run Sunday, authorities said.
Rafael Nadal Returns to Australian Open With More Modest Expectations
The New York Times - 16 Jan 2022 23:41
The 20-time Grand Slam tournament champion has cut himself, and even his rival, Novak Djokovic, some slack. "I want to be back on the tour, even if the preparation is not fantastic," he said.
Mexico City's Newfound Status: A Skateboarder's Paradise
The New York Times - 16 Jan 2022 23:40
With improved accessibility and support from the government, skateboarding schools, stores and a diverse social scene have taken flight.
Rep. Clyburn concedes voting rights legislation 'on life support,' but not dead yet
NY Daily News - 16 Jan 2022 23:36
The House majority whip took a long view of the legislation a day ahead of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Thousands of churches raise alarm about scope of new Canadian 'conversion therapy' ban
Fox News - 16 Jan 2022 23:29
Thousands of clergy in North America devoted their sermons on Sunday to affirming biblical sexual morality in response to a new Canadian law some warn could effectively criminalize such teachings.
Portland Releases Police Training Material That Encouraged Beating Protesters
Mother Jones - 16 Jan 2022 23:07
Portland, Oregon’s mayor announced just before the weekend that the city’s police department is investigating itself over a training presentation featuring a meme encouraging cops to use violence against left-wing p...
University of Michigan president fired for 'inappropriate relationship' with employee
NY Daily News - 16 Jan 2022 23:04
University of Michigan president Dr. Mark Schlissel used his company email address to carry on a "sexual affair" with a subordinate, according to the board of directors.
Now Is the Winter of Broadway's Discontent
The New York Times - 16 Jan 2022 22:59
Curtains are rising again after the Omicron surge caused widespread cancellations, but attendance has fallen steeply. Nine shows are closing, at least temporarily.