Wednesday, July 31, 2019
Booker and Biden get in heated clash over criminal justice: 'You're dipping into the Kool-Aid'
Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., and former Vice President Joe Biden had a fiery exchange over their records on criminal justice, with the senator accusing the 2020 frontrunner of "dipping into the Kool-Aid." https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Carson tells critics accusing Trump of racism to 'act like adults'
Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Ben Carson defended the president on Wednesday against accusations of racism, and himself against criticism, urging those making the accusations to "act like adults." https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Watch: Cory Booker says 'sh--hole countries' during live CNN debate
Sen. Cory Booker let profanity fly before CNN’s censors could bleep his use of the word “sh--hole” during Wednesday’s Democratic Presidential debate. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Jay Inslee labels Trump a ‘white nationalist’ at debate
Gov. Jay Inslee of Washington State isn’t get a lot of speaking time so far in Wednesday night’s Democratic presidential nomination debate. But he just grabbed some of the loudest applause from the audience at the Fox Theater in Detroit. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Protesters repeatedly interrupt Dem primary debate, shout down Biden, de Blasio
Protesters repeatedly interrupted the Democrats' presidential primary debate Wednesday night in Detroit -- and at one point, demonstrators shouted down frontrunner Joe Biden with chants of "three million deportations." https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Booker praises protesters who interrupted his remarks to chant, 'Fire Pantaleo'
New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker praised a group of protesters who interrupted his opening statement Wednesday during the second round of Democratic debates to call for the arrest of a New York City police officer accused of using a fatal chokehold on Eric Garner. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Bob Woodson: Warren's claims of Trump racism on health care and environment are 'insulting and condescending'
The claim by Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., that President Trump is advancing environmental and health care racism insults African-Americans, according to Bob Woodson. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Italian officials ban McDonald's near ancient Roman monument
Italian officials have barred McDonald's from building a restaurant near an ancient site in Rome, with some believing it would be disrespectful to serve burgers so close to archaeological wonders. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Meghan McCain blasts de Blasio during debate: 'Everyone hates you'
"View" host Meghan McCain lashed out at New York City mayor Bill De Blasio amid his opening statement during the second round of Democratic presidential debates. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Officers line up in tribute to boy entering hospice with cancer
John Hoague-Rivette, an 11-year-old boy who has an aggressive form of brain cancer, got a hero’s goodbye. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Watch: Protesters disrupt CNN debate, demand firing of NYC officer in Eric Garner case
A group of protesters disrupted night two of the CNN Democratic debates, shouting "Fire Pantaleo" in reference to the 2014 death of Eric Garner. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Tulsi Gabbard's sister hammers 'biased' and 'unfair' CNN before second debate even gets underway
Vrindavan Gabbard, the sister of 2020 presidential candidate and Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, D-Hawaii, blasted CNN before the second Democratic primary debate on Wednesday and suggested the party might want to reconsider partnering with the network. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Fugitive murder suspects could live 'for weeks' in vast Canadian wilderness, survival expert says
Two young men who allegedly murdered three people before disappearing into the vast Canadian wilderness could survive in the elements “for weeks,” according to a survival expert familiar with the terrain of northern Manitoba. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Biden, Harris clash on health care in opening moments of Democratic primary debate
Former Vice President Joe Biden and Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., clashed in the opening moments of Wednesday night’s Democratic primary debate on the question of health care -- with Biden accusing Harris of “double talk,” and Harris implying that Biden was “confused.” https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Digital graduation cap decoration mistaken for explosive
Police in Florida thought a digital graduation cap decoration was an explosive device, according to reports. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Marianne Williamson dismisses 2020 skeptics, recalling Trump's 2016 surprise
Democratic presidential candidate Marianne Williamson rejected doubts about the longevity of her 2020 campaign, pointing to President Trump's win in 2016. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
De Blasio: ‘We will tax the hell out of the wealthy’
Long-shot Democratic White House contender Bill de Blasio wasted no time at Wednesday's debate in highlighting his progressive credentials and in launching a broadside against the two top contenders standing center stage – former Vice President Joe Biden and Sen. Kamala Harris of California. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Watch: Biden quips to Kamala Harris to 'go easy' on him, calls her 'kid' ahead of debate rematch
Former Vice President Joe Biden jokingly made a request to Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif, to "go easy" on him just minutes before the two join eight other candidates behind the podiums for night two of the CNN Democratic debates. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Lawyers for missing Connecticut mom's husband calls report of her blood-stained shirt 'speculation'
Attorneys for Fotis Dulos are calling reports that investigators found a blood-stained T-shirt and bra that may be what his client's estranged missing wife, Jennifer Dulos, was wearing on the day she disappeared "sounds like desperate speculation." https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Illinois man accused of killing his 74-year-old mom with sword in suburban home: police
An Illinois man with mental health issues and a history of erratic behavior was arrested Sunday after stabbing his mother with a sword and stuffing her body into a trash can, police said. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Brit Hume: Early debates' impact on Democratic primary race temporary at best
The repercussions for candidates in the first two sets of Democratic presidential primary debates have tended to be short-lived, according to Brit Hume. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Jesse Watters on Tuesday's debate: 'Realists' held an 'intervention' to save the Democratic Party
Fox News' Jesse Watters reacted to moderate Democratic presidential candidates Tuesday night butting heads with the progressive frontrunners calling it an "intervention" by the "realists" in the Democratic field hoping to save the party. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
3 German tourists in Alaska found dead in glacial lake
The bodies of three dead German kayakers were found Tuesday in a glacial lake in Alaska popular with paddlers, authorities said. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Tuesday, July 30, 2019
Marianne Williamson evokes 'Seinfeld' with 'yada, yada, yada' moment during Democratic debate
Marianne Williamson sent “Seinfeld” fans into a tizzy on Tuesday when she said “yada, yada, yada,” during CNN’s Democratic presidential primary debate in the middle of a discussion about gun control. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Ryan, Sanders clash over climate change solutions: ‘You don’t have to yell’
Democratic 2020 hopefuls Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and Rep. Tim Ryan, D-Ohio, clashed at Tuesday’s Democratic primary debate over the question on how to deal with the question of climate change, with Ryan telling the boisterous democratic socialist: “You don’t have to yell.” https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Lara Trump: 'People are sick' of racism accusations
The campaign adviser also told guest host Sandra Smith she'd prefer former Vice President Joe Biden be the Democratic nominee and said he doesn't have "the stamina" to face President Trump. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Watch: 2020 rival mocks Bernie Sanders by flailing his arms during clash over socialism
Former Gov. John Hickenlooper, D-Colo. mocked Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt. during a fiery clash over socialism at the Democratic debate Tuesday night by flailing his arms in the air. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
North Carolina police investigating whether school bus driver helped coordinate shooting at teen
North Carolina authorities are investigating whether a school bus driver set up a hit on a 17-year-old high schooler, according to media reports. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Detroit debate: Liberal 2020 Dems forced on defense over ‘Medicare-for-all’
It was a battle for the soul of the Democratic Party on stage Tuesday night in Detroit. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Former DNC spokesman defends replacement of DCCC chair, says it wasn't based on 'skin color'
The departure of Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) executive director Allison Jaslow was not based on her skin color, according to Luis Miranda. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Hickenlooper scolds 2020 Dems: 'Medicare-for-all,' Green New Deal would 'FedEx' election to Trump
Former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper warned during Tuesday night's Democratic primary debate that "you might as well FedEx the election to Donald Trump” if the party adopts Bernie Sanders' "Medicare for All" plan, the so-called Green New Deal and other populist initiatives. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Bernie Sanders shuts down 2020 opponent's 'Medicare-for-all' criticism with eyebrow-raising retort
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., upped the temperature on the Democratic debate stage on Tuesday as he vehemently defended his plan for reforming health care in the United States. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Charlie Hurt: WaPo, Scarborough's 'Moscow Mitch' McConnell claims 'insane,' DC needs 'team of shrinks'
Washington needs a team of psychiatrists to help those transfixed by the Trump-Russia collusion narrative, according to Charlie Hurt. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Warren scolds audience for laughing at story of ALS sufferer in 'Medicare-for-all' debate: 'This isn’t funny’
Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., on Tuesday was not happy at the 2020 Democratic debate audience’s reaction to her pulling the debate back to her story of a friend who was suffering from ALS while battling his insurance company -- telling the audience “this isn’t funny.” https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Watch: Bernie Sanders, CNN anchor Jake Tapper get into it during Democrat debate
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and CNN anchor Jake Tapper had an awkward exchange during the dabate Tuesday night after the 2020 candidate blasted the host network over its sponsorship. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Judge overturns California man's 2006 terror conviction
A federal judge on Tuesday overturned the 2006 conviction of a California man accused of plotting an attack in the United States after attending a terrorist training camp in Pakistan. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Puerto Rico official: Former congressional rep to be nominated as island secretary of state, next in line for governor
Embattled Puerto Rican Gov. Ricardo Rosselló will nominate former congressional representative Pedro Pierluisi as secretary of state, effectively making him the next in the line to lead the U.S. territory after Rossello resigns Friday, an island lawmaker said. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Brit Hume: Debate will show if candidates continue toward 'extreme' policies
Fox News senior political analyst Brit Hume previewed Tuesday night's Democratic presidential debate saying that it remains to be seen if the candidates will continue to "embrace" what many people view as "extreme" policies adopted by the Democratic Party. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Tim Ryan called out for not placing hand on heart for national anthem at Dem debate
Democratic presidential contender Tim Ryan stood out as the only candidate who didn't put his hand on his heart during a performance of "The Star-Spangled Banner" at the opening of Tuesday night's debate in Detroit, prompting commentators to zing the marginal candidate even before opening statements began. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Fresh off World Cup win, women's soccer coach is stepping down
National team coach Jill Ellis is stepping down after leading the United States to back-to-back Women’s World Cup titles. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Jesse Watters and Juan Williams clash over child separation at border
"The Five" Juan Williams and Jesse Watters battled Tuesday over the situation on the southern border. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
CNN’s ‘over-the-top’ debate coverage mocked: ‘This is like the Olympics for them’
CNN’s two night Democratic primary debate was slammed by critics before it even began as the liberal network’s coverage was compared to the Olympics because of its excessive buildup. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Deroy Murdock: Claims that Trump is a racist are baseless and divisive
There is a double-standard for claiming Trump is a racist. He's clearly not and is being falsely accused. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Mississippi Walmart shooting victims identified; suspect charged with murder
The two victims who were shot and killed after police said a gunman opened fire inside a northern Mississippi Walmart on Tuesday have been identified and the suspect has been charged with two counts of murder. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Sen. Tim Scott: Trump's Baltimore tweets 'not racially motivated,' but White House should focus on 'failed' Dem policies in metro areas
President Trump's tweets about Rep. Elijah Cummings, D-Md., were not motivated by race, but politicians must get past the personal sniping, according to Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Maryland man reels in record-breaking mahi mahi
A Maryland fisherman said his rod "went crazy" Tuesday as he reeled in a record-breaking Mahi Mahi, ousting another fish that had held the spot for over three decades. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Monday, July 29, 2019
WWE legend Jerry Lawler files $3M suit over son’s jail death
WWE legend Jerry “The King” Lawler has filed a $3 million lawsuit against officials and cops in Tennessee, seeking “justice” for the death of his son Brian Christopher — aka Grandmaster Sexay — which they could have prevented, the suit alleges. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Kimberly Klacik: Dems don't know how to fix Baltimore problems, attack Trump instead
Democrats, including in Baltimore, are criticizing President Trump in his feud with Rep. Elijah Cummings, D-Md., because they cannot fix problems there, according to Kimberly Klacik. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Hannity: Trump 'told the truth,' Dems not concerned with Baltimore's problems
Fox News' Sean Hannity ripped Democrats for calling the president's criticism of Rep. Elijah Cummings, D-Md., and the city of Baltimore racist, telling them to take care of their districts. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Canadian police unable to 'substantiate' possible sighting of murder suspects in Manitoba
Police said they have not “been able to substantiate” the tip of a possible Manitoba sighting of two young men suspected in the killings of three people in Canada – including the murders of an American woman and her Australian boyfriend. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
California police execute search warrants at Gilroy Garlic Festival shooter's home, car
Officers have served two search warrants associated with the gunman who opened fire at a Northern California food festival on Sunday night, which killed three people and wounded at least 12 others, police said Monday. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Katy Perry’s ‘Dark Horse’ improperly copied Christian rap song, jury decides
A jury on Monday found that Katy Perry’s 2013 hit “Dark Horse” improperly copied a 2009 Christian rap song, setting up arguments over how much the singer and other defendants will owe. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Jim Breslo: 2020 Dems want government-run health care – California is Exhibit A in how bad it could get
Expenses are mounting for California’s "Medi-Cal" program. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Tulsi Gabbard says her Google lawsuit should highlight 'unchecked power' of tech 'monopolies'
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, D-Hawaii, said she hopes her lawsuit against Google will show that Silicon Valley companies potentially have too much power. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Lil Nas X breaks Billboard record for most weeks at No.1 with 'Old Town Road'
Lil Nas X's viral hit "Old Town Road" just eclipsed Billboard's record for most weeks at No. 1. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Ben Carson: Trump told me he's still willing to work with Elijah Cummings to 'bring relief' to Baltimore
President Trump is still willing to work with Rep. Elijah Cummings, D-Md., to work on alleviating systemic problems in Baltimore, according to HUD Secretary Ben Carson. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Capital One data breach exposes info of 106M customers, applicants; suspect arrested
Capital One Financial Corp., the fifth-largest U.S. credit-card issuer, said Monday that a hacker accessed the personal information of approximately 106 million card customers and applicants, one of the largest ever data breaches of a big bank. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Weezer fan in wheelchair held up by concertgoers in North Dakota
At a concert for the rock band Weezer at the North Dakota State Fair, a woman using a wheelchair got a great view when a group of good Samaritans hoisted her up on their shoulders so she could see the stage. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
MSNBC panel calls Trump's attacks on Cummings, Baltimore 'Hitlerian,' from 'Nazi playbook'
An MSNBC panel blasted President Trump's ongoing attacks on Rep. Elijah Cummings, D-Md. and the city of Baltimore, calling his rhetoric "Hitlerian" and from the "Nazi playbook." https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Ilhan Omar apparently hit back at Rand Paul with this retweet
Did Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., throw shade at Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., on Twitter after he echoed the “send her back” drama? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Sean Spicer and Juan Williams clash over Trump's Baltimore criticism
Former White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer defended President Trump Monday after critics blasted the president's tweets directed at Rep. Elijah Cummings, D-Md., as racist. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Former Acting AG Whitaker says Rep. Ratcliffe 'straight out of Central Casting' for National Intelligence role
Rep. John Ratcliffe, R-Texas, is the right person to be nominated the next director of national intelligence (DNI), according to former acting Attorney General Matthew Whitaker. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Al Sharpton dismisses heckler, calls him 'Trump's agent' during news conference
MSNBC host Rev. Al Sharpton had a combative exchange with a heckler on Monday, calling the unidentified man an "agent" of President Trump. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Biden, Sanders attack new Harris health care plan from different angles
Hours after White House candidate Sen. Kamala Harris unveiled her plan to push the country towards a government-backed “Medicare-for-all” health care system over the next decade, the California Democrat faced incoming fire from two of her top rivals for their party’s 2020 presidential nomination. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Trump administration gets green light to sell arms to Saudi Arabia, after Senate rejects veto overrides
The Trump administration is set to move forward with plans to sell billions of dollars of weapons to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, after the Republican-controlled Senate on Monday rejected efforts to block the sales by overriding President Trump's vetoes. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Greg Gutfeld: Dems might say they want impeachment, but most probably don't
As former Special Counsel Robert Mueller's testimony fades into the rearview, "The Five" discussed why some Democrats continue to beat the drum for impeachment hearings. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
‘RHOA’ star Porsha Williams’ ex-fiancé claims he was handcuffed, accused of stealing sandwich: ‘This is not OK’
“Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Porsha Williams’ ex-fiancé Dennis McKinley claims he was a victim of racial profiling when he was allegedly accused of stealing a sandwich. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Joe Lieberman says Trump-Cummings dispute harmful to the country
The war of words between President Trump and Rep. Elijah Cummings, D-Md., exemplifies how confrontational politics can be problematic for the country, according to former Sen. Joe Lieberman, I-Conn. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Sunday, July 28, 2019
Witnesses recount chaotic scene at Gilroy Garlic Festival shooting
Witnesses at the Gilroy Garlic Festival on Sunday when a shooting broke out on the last day of the event described a chaotic scene filled with panic and uncertainty. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Death toll in attack at Afghan political office rises to 20
The death toll from an attack against the office of the Afghan president's running mate and a former chief of the intelligence service in Kabul has climbed to at least 20 people, an official said Monday. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
2020 Democratic hopefuls respond to shooting at Gilroy festival
The 2020 election Democratic field on Sunday responded to the Gilroy Garlic Festival shooting that killed at least four, including the gunman, and injured 15, saying the incident is a horrible reminder of the country’s “gun violence epidemic.” https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
4 dead, including gunman, in shooting at Gilroy Garlic Festival, 15 injured
At least one gunman opened fire Sunday at Northern California’s Gilroy Garlic Festival, three and injuring 15 before being fatally shot by police officers who were stationed nearby, a police official said. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Marianne Williamson wants to be taken seriously at next debate
Marianne Williamson, a 2020 Democratic hopeful, said she hopes to be taken more seriously as a candidate on this week’s debate stage after her first debate left her on the receiving end of online jokes and memes. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
When it comes to impeachment, it may just mean what Democrats 'choose it to mean'
It appears that via “Local Rule 57.6” and “pursuant to Federal Rule of Criminal Procedure 6(e)” that Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee may be trying to impeach President Trump. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Possible sighting of Canada murder suspects reported in Manitoba as police swarm area
Officers were swarming a community in the Canadian province of Manitoba on Sunday after a possible sighting of the two teens suspected of at least three murders – including the killings of an American woman and her Australian boyfriend, police said. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Shooting reported at Gilroy Garlic Festival in California; extent of injuries unclear
A shooting was reported Sunday at the Gilroy Garlic Festival in Northern California, the San Francisco Chronicle and other local media reported, adding that the extent of injuries was unclear. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Trump ramps up war of words with Elijah Cummings, calls congressman 'racist'
President Trump ramped up his feud with House Oversight Committee Chairman Elijah Cummings, D-Md., on Sunday calling the congressman “racist,” not long after critics had claimed the president's initial tweets about Cummings were racist themselves. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Dan Coats steps down as director of national intelligence: read the letter
Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats submitted his resignation to President Trump on Sunday. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Montana searchers find remains believed to be missing Oregon boy, 2, FBI says
The FBI announced authorities have found what is believed to be the body of a 2-year-old boy whose parents were involved in an apparent murder-suicide in Montana. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Arkansas mom buys all shoes in closing Payless store to donate to kids in need
An Arkansas mother bought all of the shoes from a closing Payless store to give to children in need before the school year begins. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Christen Limbaugh Bloom: The secret to becoming a better friend
We all have a friend (or a few) with whom we’ve fallen out of touch. It stings a little to think about them because we feel guilty – we should have called more. We could have tried harder. “You’re only human!” people tell us when we admit feelings of guilt. But it still doesn’t sit well with us. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Newborn found dead inside Applebee's restroom in Texas
Police in Texas are reportedly searching for a mother who allegedly gave birth in the women's restroom of an Applebee's restaurant and left her baby in a trashcan Friday afternoon https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
SEE IT: Baseball fan catches home run ball – while holding a baby
Baseball legend Willie Mays was known for some great catches. On Friday night a fan wearing a Willie Mays jersey made a pretty remarkable catch too – while holding a baby. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Saturday, July 27, 2019
Shooting at block party leaves 11 injured, one dead
A “brazen” lone gunman opened fire at a massive Brownsville, Brooklyn, block party on Saturday night, leaving a 38-year-old man dead and 11 others injured, law enforcement sources told The Post. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Dad who left twins in hot car is an Iraq war vet described as an ‘amazing’ father
By all accounts, he was a doting dad to his year-old, twin son and daughter. Then, on Saturday, Juan Rodriguez, 39, was hauled handcuffed before a judge, charged with the babies’ hot-car deaths. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Leonardo DiCaprio says he prefers pupusas over tacos -- and social media goes loco
Leonardo DiCaprio caused a stir on social media Saturday when he disclosed in an interview with the cast of “Once Upon a Time...in Hollywood” that he prefers pupusas over tacos. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Shark bites Arizona man, 49, boogie boarding off Florida's Atlantic coast
An Arizona man visiting Florida was reportedly bitten on the right leg by a shark while boogie boarding south of Daytona Beach on Saturday afternoon. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Bernie Sanders blasted Baltimore as ‘Third World country’ and ‘disgrace’ in past comments
President Trump drew a torrent of criticism from Democrats on Saturday over a series of Twitter messages criticizing U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings, D-Md., and the Baltimore district that Cummings represents in Congress. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Kevin McCarthy: House Democrats 'only focused on impeachment,' Nadler 'has wasted time'
Congressional Democrats have spent too much effort on bringing down President Trump while letting crucial issues like the humanitarian crisis at the southern border and trade fall by the wayside, House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., told Fox News Saturday. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Hunt on for gunman after off-duty LAPD officer murdered
Authorities in Southern California were searching for a suspect after an off-duty Los Angeles police officer was shot and killed early Saturday. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Russi Taylor, longtime voice of Minnie Mouse, dies at 75
Russi Taylor, an actress who gave voice to Minnie Mouse for more than three decades, has died. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Chicago boy, 5, credited with saving 13 people from house fire
A 5-year-old boy is being credited with saving 13 people from a Chicago house fire early Saturday after he alerted others to the danger. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Off-duty NYPD officer dies of suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound: police
An off-duty New York City police officer was found dead Saturday afternoon of a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Pennsylvania officials ask for help to nab bald eagle killer
Pennsylvania game officials are searching for whoever is responsible for the shooting death of a bald eagle whose remains were found Thursday. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Black rag dolls meant to be slammed against walls pulled from stores
Black-colored rag dolls meant to be abused and thrown against a wall when “things don’t go well” were yanked from New Jersey store shelves this week after the toys were deemed racist and offensive. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Friday, July 26, 2019
Pelosi, Omar, other members of Congress to visit Ghana, US Army Africa headquarters in Italy
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi will lead a congressional delegation to Ghana and the U.S. Army Africa headquarters in Italy at this end of this month to honor the 400th anniversary of the first enslaved Africans landing in America. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
'America' and 'American' potentially offensive words? Maybe not, university decides
Are the words "America" and "American" potentially offensive? Maybe not, a university in Colorado has decided. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Ali Noorani: High court ruling allowing border wall to be built with Pentagon funds will worsen border crisis
The Supreme Court decision Friday to allow the redirection of $2.5 billion in Defense Department funds to construct hundreds of miles of wall along the U.S.-Mexico border will do far more harm than good. It will make the humanitarian crisis on the border worst instead of better and do nothing to address the border security challenges we face. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Biden 'looked frail' during Miami debate, Obama's former doctor says
A doctor who served former President Obama for more than 20 years before his presidency said this week he thought former Vice President Joe Biden "looked frail" during the first Democratic debate in Miami, when he was attacked by Sen. Kamala Harris. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Fine waived for San Francisco couple ticketed after tires stolen off vehicle
A San Francisco couple had their $79 parking ticket waived after local media outlets reported their car had been stripped of its tires and propped up on milk crates in a street sweeping zone Tuesday. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Fan of rapper A$AP Rocky threatened to blow up Swedish Embassy in DC, authorities say
A woman upset over rapper A$AP Rocky's detention in Sweden allegedly threatened to "blow this motherf----- up" while inside the Swedish Embassy in Washington, D.C., earlier this week. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Mike Huckabee: Pelosi a 'capable' leader but not used to 'mutiny' in her ranks
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is an experienced Democratic lawmaker but is not accustomed to stark disagreements within her caucus, according to former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Giuliani on Mueller aftermath: 'Democrats are now making total clowns out of themselves'
"Mueller got knocked out largely because he has no case," the president's attorney said. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Dan Stein: Supreme Court ruling allowing Pentagon funding for border wall strengthens national security
The Supreme Court was wise to side with the Trump administration Friday when it ruled that the president can use $2.5 billion in Defense Department funds for construction of a border wall to replace existing fencing in Arizona, California and New Mexico. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
American tourist, 19, allegedly confesses to killing Italian policeman, reports say
A 19-year-old American tourist has confessed to killing an Italian police officer who was investigating the theft of a bag and cellphone in Rome early Friday, according to Italian media reports. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Dolph Lundgren joke around in hilarious Instagram video: 'Men that refuse to grow up'
Reunited again! https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Rob Reiner to Dems opposing impeachment: 'I'm sorry if you lose your seat, but we've got to stand up for democracy'
Liberal filmmaker Rob Reiner clashed with a Democratic congressman who opposes impeachment, telling him "we've got to stand up for democracy" despite how umpopular impeachment is. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Democrats dub Supreme Court's border wall ruling 'regrettable' and 'nonsensical'
Democrats reacted with disappointment to Friday's U.S. Supreme Court ruling allowing the Trump administration to divert $2.5 billion in Pentagon funds for border wall construction. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
GOP lawmaker says he's 'concerned' over reported UFO sightings by Navy pilots
Rep. Mark Walker, R-N.C., told Fox News Friday that he is "concerned" about recent reports by U.S. Navy pilots of encounters with unidentified aircraft that some have speculated could be otherworldly. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Doug Schoen: Pelosi’s feud with Ocasio-Cortez should end with an ultimatum – Will AOC make the smart choice?
While House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of California and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York met Friday to try to stop the public feuding between moderate Democrats and those on the far left of their party, I doubt they’ll succeed. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Buck Sexton: No Russia collusion claim 'too extreme' for some Trump critics
In the wake of former Special Counsel Robert Mueller's congressional testimony Wednesday, some Democrats remain convinced there are ties between President Trump and Russia, according to Buck Sexton. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
SEAL Team 6 member charged with impersonating people to get nude pics: report
A Navy SEAL Team 6 member who was named Sailor of the Year in 2016 has been charged with impersonating other people via text to get nude pictures of women, according to a report. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Reward for bald eagle stolen from Long Island refuge climbs to $20,000
Police on Long Island have upped the reward for the return of a bald eagle that was kidnapped earlier this month to $20,000. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Infant twins found dead, 'foaming at the mouth,’ in back of car: police
Twin infants were found dead in the back of a car in the Bronx Friday after their father told police he'd forgotten them while he went to work, officials said. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Joe Jonas, Sophie Turner’s dog struck, killed by car in New York City: report
Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner are mourning the loss of their furry friend Waldo. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Girlfriend’s selfie helped secure release of Israeli teen accused of rape
Five of 12 Israeli teenagers initially arrested on suspicion of raping a 19-year-old British tourist in Cyprus were released Thursday -- one of them reportedly with the help of a selfie taken by his girlfriend. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Gurdon: Trump had 'very good week,' while Dems offer mixed messaging on impeachment
President Trump came out of this week looking good, while the opposite appeared to be true for Democratic lawmakers, according to Hugo Gurdon. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Thursday, July 25, 2019
Bernie Sanders defends eliminating private insurance after Kimmel calls it an 'impossible sell' to voters
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., defended his position to eliminate private insurance during his sit-down with late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, who expressed concern that such a policy would be an "impossible sell" for voters. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
North Korea's economy contracts by most in 21 years: report
International sanctions and drought shrunk North Korea’s economy by the most in 21 years in 2018, South Korea’s central bank said Friday, according to a report. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Meghan McCain says 'The View' studio audience regularly boos her
Meghan McCain acknowledged in an interview that she regularly gets boos from the studio audience at “The View.” https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
House Dems vote to subpoena Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner for personal emails, texts
The House Oversight Committee voted along party lines Thursday to authorize subpoenas for personal emails and texts used for official business by top White House aides, including Ivanka Trump and her husband Jared Kushner. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Gun-toting frat brothers pose in front of Emmett Till memorial, may face federal charges
Three fraternity brothers at the University of Mississippi have been suspended — and are possibly facing federal charges — for taking a photo in front of a bullet-riddled sign honoring slain civil rights icon Emmett Till while holding a shotgun and AR-15 semi-automatic rifle. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Father, son injured after plummeting down 15-foot Washington waterfall
A man was hospitalized after he tried to save his son who slipped on rocks and into the river at a park in Washington, with the current sweeping both of them down a 15-foot waterfall. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Trump rips 'horrible' de Blasio in wake of NYPD water dousings, bashes other 2020 Dems
"They don't like him, they don't respect him," Trump said of de Blasio's relationship with the NYPD. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
'A Very Brady Bunch Renovation' reunites cast to bring the iconic TV family home back to life
“The Brady Bunch” is back! https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Counterfeit pills linked to four San Diego-area deaths in 24-hour span
Counterfeit pills that are traded and sold in the San Diego area with the promise of a "painkiller high" are believed to be linked to four overdose deaths in a one-day span, authorities said Thursday. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Up to 150 migrants feared dead as boats capsize in Mediterranean Sea off Libyan coast
Two boats carrying approximately 300 migrants from Libya to Europe capsized in the Mediterranean Sea on Thursday and the country's coast guard and the U.N. refugee agency believe that as many as 150 of those passengers, including women and children, may have drowned. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Police: New Mexico woman orders food, tells server 'this one's on God' before fleeing
A New Mexico woman told a Sonic fast food server "this one's on God" when he asked her for payment Monday before fleeing the restaurant with her order, authorities said. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Labor complaint charges Bernie Sanders’ campaign retaliated against employees for union activity
A former campaign employee from the 2020 presidential bid of Sen. Bernie Sander filed a labor complaint this week, alleging that some employees faced retaliation for involvement in organizing for a collective bargaining agreement. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Former neighbor of Ole Miss student charged in Ally Kostial's death says suspect 'had no respect for women'
The former neighbor of the 22-year-old University of Mississippi student charged with the murder of fellow student Ally Kostial said Thursday that he was “not surprised,” adding that the suspect “had no respect for women.” https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
House Dems cite Nixon in push for Trump tax returns
The House Ways and Means Committee is referencing former President Richard Nixon in its latest push to have President Trump’s tax returns released. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Lizzo recalls time she nearly quit music: 'I was like, f--k it, I’m done'
Lizzo is currently one of pop music's biggest breakout stars, but the singer revealed that her big break almost didn't happen. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Iran test-fires medium-range ballistic missile, US official says
Iran successfully test-fired a medium-range ballistic missile Wednesday which flew more than 600 miles from the southern part of the country to an area outside Tehran. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Cincinnati councilman announces proposed network to combat deportations
Cincinnati lawmakers are expected to pass legislation next month that would create a community defense project similar to other cities to protect immigrant families and refugees from deportation. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
California robbery victim pummeled by group with bat, horrific video shows
Los Angeles police released new surveillance video on Wednesday in a bid to crack the case of a brutal beating and robbery that took place in January. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Canadian police confirm 2 past sightings of suspected killers in Manitoba as search continues
Two men suspected of killing three people, including an American tourist and her Australian boyfriend, in a remote area of western Canada are believed to be near the small town of Gillam in northern Manitoba. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
SEE IT: Massachusetts mom chases down, pins alleged flasher
A Massachusetts mom ran after a man who she said exposed himself twice to her while she was out jogging Thursday morning and held him down while she tried to call 9-1-1, according to police. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Joe Biden warns he won't be 'as polite this time' when he faces Kamala Harris in next debate
Joe Biden warned Wednesday that he’s prepared to go after his Democratic rivals during the third debate scheduled next week, specifically saying he would not be “as polite this time” when it comes to Sen. Kamala Harris. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Convicted kidnapper of Jayme Closs, killer of her parents, moved to New Mexico prison: report
Jake Patterson, the 22-year-old man who was sentenced to life in prison in May for killing a Wisconsin couple and holding their 13-year-old daughter captive for nearly three months, has been moved to a prison in New Mexico, according to reports. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Kimmel rips GOP lawmakers with sexual joke after Mueller hearings
Late-night comedian Jimmy Kimmel blasted GOP lawmakers on Wednesday night and made a sexual joke at their expense following the back-to-back Mueller hearings. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson joins native protesters in Hawaii
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson joined native Hawaiians for a peaceful protest against a $1.4 billion planned telescope project at the to of volcano Mauna Kea Wednesday. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Puerto Rico's governor to resign amid protests over leaked obscene online chats
Ricardo Rossello, the embattled governor of Puerto Rico, announced his resignation early Wednesday after more than a week of massive protests and calls for his ouster in the U.S. territory over allegations of corruption. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Judge Andrew Napolitano: Trump has unleashed a torrent of hatred
When I was an undergraduate at Princeton University during the height of the Vietnam War, surrounded by fellow students who condemned it and even some who left the country to avoid fighting in it, the mantra used by its supporters was, "America, love it or leave it." In my misguided "Bomb Hanoi" youth, I uttered this phrase, which I now detest. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
3rd person allegedly killed by missing Canadian men is identified as manhunt grows
Two Canadian men at the center of a nationwide manhunt after the discovery of three bodies earlier this month were charged in the murder of a Vancouver man whose identity was revealed Wednesday. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Ole Miss student Ally Kostial died of 'multiple gunshot wounds,' investigators say
A 21-year-old University of Mississippi student who a friend claimed was "harassed" by her alleged killer "for years" died of "multiple gunshot wounds," according to a preliminary autopsy report released Wednesday. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot caught on mic calling police union leader a 'clown'
Chicago mayor Lori Lightfoot says she is sorry she insulted a police union leader aloud on Wednesday. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Daryl Hannah speaks out on 'Blade Runner' co-star Rutger Hauer's death: 'I am heartbroken'
Daryl Hannah is speaking out following the death of her former "Blade Runner" co-star Rutger Hauer. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Pills gained strength as opioid crisis grew: analysis
An Associated Press analysis of drug distribution data released as a result of lawsuits against the industry found that the amount of opioids as measured by total potency continued to rise early this decade even as the number of pills distributed began to dip. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Robert Mueller hearings: 5 big takeaways
Former Special Counsel Robert Mueller delivered long-awaited testimonies in front of two House committees Wednesday and submitted to nearly eight hours of questioning. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Sen. Marco Rubio: Pelosi has allowed 'radical, anti-Semitic minority in the Democratic Party' to set agenda
Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., blasted the leadership of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., who he had accused of allowing the "radical, anti-Semitic minority in the Democratic Party" to set the agenda on Capitol Hill. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Trump vetoes congressional effort to block Saudi arms sales
President Donald Trump on Wednesday vetoed a trio of congressional resolutions aimed at blocking his administration from bypassing Congress and selling billions of dollars in weapons and maintenance support to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Vandals accused of flooding World War II-era submarine face new charges
New charges have been levied against five so-called urban explorers accused of flooding and partially sinking a World War II-era submarine in New Jersey during a pair of break-ins last summer. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Florida officers jump into river to arrest suspect who fled car crash
Florida deputies arrested a man who tried to flee a car crash Tuesday by jumping into the Hillsborough River, officials said. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Leslie Marshall: Mueller’s testimony disappoints anti-Trump Dems – But he still makes important points
Democrats wanted an Academy Award-winning performance by former Special Counsel Robert Mueller. They were disappointed. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Ruth Bader Ginsburg says she is 'very much alive,' unlike senator who said she'd be 'dead within six months'
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg said Tuesday that she is "very much alive," tamping down concerns that recent health issues could cause her to leave the bench. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Federal judge dismisses racketeering claims against Trump family
A federal judge in Manhattan on Wednesday dismissed racketeering claims against President Trump and three of his children that were part of a lawsuit alleging the Trump family promoted sham marketing opportunities which brought hundreds of thousands in losses for investors. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Tuesday, July 23, 2019
China won't rule out force in reuniting Taiwan with mainland
The Chinese government said Wednesday it will not rule out the use of force and vowed to take all necessary military measures in efforts to reunite Taiwan with the mainland. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry anger fans over Prince George birthday wish
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry drew the ire of the royal fanbase on Monday over their birthday wish to nephew Prince George, who turned 6 on July 22. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Solomon Wisenberg: Mueller should be asked these 25 questions when he testifies
Republican have the right to seek answers from Mueller to disturbing questions about how the FBI probe of alleged Trump-Russia collusion was launched and enabled. Here are 25 questions they should ask. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Broadway's Audra McDonald calls out audience member who snapped photo during her nude scene
Broadway’s Audra McDonald called out an audience member on Twitter Sunday who she said snapped a photo during her performance of a nude scene on stage. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Neighbors form human chain to prevent ICE agents from taking Tennessee man: reports
People in a Tennessee neighborhood formed a human chain on Monday morning to prevent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from taking a man into custody, according to reports. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
House overwhelmingly OKs resolution opposing Israel boycott in rare bipartisan vote
The House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved a bipartisan resolution Tuesday opposing an international effort to boycott Israel. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Kim Kardashian 'deeply shocked, saddened and disappointed' by allegations against photographer Marcus Hyde
Kim Kardashian is speaking out following recent allegations that a photographer she has previously worked with, Marcus Hyde, offered a model a free photoshoot in exchange for nude pictures. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
At Ohio State Fair, butter brings Apollo 11's moonmen to life
For over a century, the Ohio State Fair has featured its signature sculpture of a cow and calf. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Kayleigh McEnany: Mueller should be asked why he never investigated Hillary Clinton’s collusion with Russia
When Robert Mueller testifies Wednesday about what we now know are false allegations of Trump-Russia collusion in the 2016 presidential campaign, House members should ask him why he failed to investigate the real collusion that took place between Russia and the Hillary Clinton campaign. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Idaho high school football team attends autistic boy's birthday party after only one classmate accepts invitation
High school football players in Idaho surprised a 9-year-old boy with autism by coming to his birthday party after only one classmate accepted his invitation. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Man riding rental scooter on Texas interstate at rush hour startles some
A daring Dallas rider pushed the limits on his electrical lime rental scooter Monday as he tackled downtown traffic during his morning commute. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Trump blasts decision to let aide accompany Mueller to testimony: 'VERY UNFAIR'
President Trump on Tuesday blasted the House Judiciary Committee's decision to let former Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s top aide on the Russia investigation accompany him during his testimony before House lawmakers on Wednesday. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
British lawmaker called 'selfish, degenerate prick' on his own Twitter account by quitting staffer
A member of the U.K. Parliament suffered a major embarrassment Tuesday when his communications staffer quit in a very public and very dramatic way: On the lawmaker's own Twitter account. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Trump blasts decision to let counsel accompany Mueller to testimony: 'VERY UNFAIR'
President Trump on Tuesday blasted the House Judiciary Committee's decision to let former Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s top aide on the Russia investigation accompany him during his testimony before House lawmakers on Wednesday. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Deutsche Bank 'committed to cooperating' with investigators after reportedly flagging Jeffrey Epstein transactions
Deutsche Bank, which has attempted to extricate itself from wealthy financier Jeffrey Epstein in the wake of recent charges of sex trafficking, said it's "absolutely committed to cooperating with all relevant authorities" after the bank reported suspicious activities on Epstein's accounts. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Trump’s Mideast envoy blasts UN Security Council over peace process
President Trump’s Middle East envoy lashed out Tuesday at the United Nations Security Council over its handling of peace talks between the Israelis and Palestinians, taking aim at what he called “the constant drumbeat of tired rhetoric that is designed to prevent progress and bypass direct negotiations. It is time to retire that rhetoric.” https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
GOP Senate challenger ties Democratic incumbent Shaheen to AOC
A Republican candidate hoping to unseat Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen next year in the Granite State tied the two-term incumbent to progressive firebrand freshman Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and railed against the senator for failing to vote against the Green New Deal. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Seattle man with more than 70 convictions accused of throwing coffee on baby two days after release from jail
A Seattle man was arrested over the weekend and accused of throwing coffee on a baby -- just two days after he'd been released from jail after serving a one-year sentence for randomly punching a man. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Environmental protesters glue themselves to tunnels under Capitol
Environmental protesters caused a ruckus Tuesday after gluing themselves to two doorways connecting the Cannon Building to the U.S. Capitol in a bid to stop members of Congress from an evening vote. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Monday, July 22, 2019
Val Kilmer delivers speech at UN after lengthy battle with throat cancer: reports
Top Gun’s Val Kilmer delivered a speech at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City over the weekend after taking a step out of the spotlight for several years due to his battle with throat cancer. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Marianne Williamson says she wants a 'Department of Peace' as POTUS
Spiritual guru and 2020 presidential candidate Marianne Williamson called for a "Department of Peace" during her Monday night appearance on "The Late Show." https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Trump administration aims to expand fast-track deportations across US, legal fight expected
The Trump administration on Monday announced plans to extend the power immigration officers have to deport migrants before they appear at court, a move the White House said could mean less time for migrants in detention while cases wind their way through the legal system. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Booker says Trump is 'worse than a racist'
Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., blasted President Trump over his ongoing feud with the four progressive congresswomen, and said the president is "worse than a racist." https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
O'Rourke compares Trump speech to Nazi rally, says El Paso could be modern-day Ellis Island
Democratic 2020 hopeful Beto O’Rourke said in an interview Monday that his hometown of El Paso, Texas, could be the modern-day Ellis Island and likened President Trump’s recent campaign speech in North Carolina to a Nazi rally. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
In-N-Out burger seen in mint condition in New York City street, Twitter ask: How did it get there?
The popular West Coast burger chain In-N-Out said Monday it could not solve the mystery of a New York man who discovered one of its burgers sitting untouched on Queens street. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
More than a hundred violent criminals have been released under First Step Act, data show
More than a hundred violent criminals have been released under the First Step Act, President Trump's signature bipartisan criminal justice reform package, according to data from an administration official provided to Fox News on Monday. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
South Korea says it fired warning shots at Russia warplanes
South Korean defense officials on Tuesday said Seoul launched fighter jets in response to "multiple" Russian military planes that entered into the country's airspace. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
New York police slam videos showing officers pelted with objects, drenched with water: 'reprehensible'
Videos of New York Police Department officers being doused with water and pelted with objects in separate incidents surfaced on social media on Monday, including one clip that showed officers getting drenched as they were making an arrest. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Former Democrat judge ordered to jail, dragged out of courtroom in Cincinnati
A former juvenile court judge was jailed Monday, taken out of the courtroom with her feet dragging in an end to yearslong legal challenges to her sentence. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Chris Kraft, 1st flight director for NASA, dead at 95
Chris Kraft, the creator and longtime leader of NASA's Mission Control, died Monday in Houston, just two days after the 50th anniversary of what was his and NASA's crowning achievement: Apollo 11's moon landing. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Hundreds of violent criminals have been released under First Step Act, data show
Hundreds of violent criminals have been released under the First Step Act, President Trump's signature bipartisan criminal justice reform package, according to data from an administration official provided to Fox News on Monday. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Kirsten Gillibrand says she doesn't have 'any regrets' in Al Franken's ousting from Senate
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-NY, doubled down in her decision in leading the ousting of her former colleague, Sen. Al Franken, D-Minn, saying she doesn't have "any regrets." https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo won't face criminal charges over rape claims, prosecutors say
Soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo won't face criminal charges related to a decade-old sexual assault allegation against him, prosecutors announced on Monday. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
New York to block fake German heiress’ Netflix deal: reports
Prosecutors have asked a New York judge to prevent the con artist Anna Sorokin from cashing in on a Netflix production expected to highlight the extravagant ruse that landed the woman who posed as a German heiress in state prison. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Kim Zolciak-Biermann says 'police are now involved' after daughter Brielle claims family was kicked off flight
Kim Zolciak-Biermann says "police are now involved" after the reality star's daughter, Brielle, claimed a Delta employee kicked their family off of a recent flight from Los Angeles to Atlanta. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Energy Secretary Rick Perry: US modernizing nuclear arsenal 'as we speak'
Energy Secretary Rick Perry called the American nuclear arsenal the most developed and modern in the world, during an interview Monday with Fox News. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Mayor in Puerto Rico rebuts embattled Gov. Ricardo Rosselló's claim of support
A mayor in Puerto Rico refutes embattled Gov. Ricardo Rosselló’s claim that he supports him after the governor made the declaration on Fox News on Monday, amid widespread protests and calls for his resignation. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Sunday, July 21, 2019
Fake bloody legs appear at memorial for Cape Cod shark-attack victim
Officials in Cape Cod are working to find out the person behind the lifelike fake legs that keep popping up at a memorial for a bodyboarder who died there in September after being mauled by a great white shark. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Former Manhattan DA Morgenthau dead at 99
He seemed almost like he was out of Central Casting -- tall and patrician, with a cultivated above-the-fray presence. And in fact, former Manhattan District Attorney Robert M. Morgenthau inspired some television casting of his own, as the model for the avuncular character of prosecutor Adam Schiff, played by actor Steven Hill on the long-running television series, "Law and Order." https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Trump says he wants to meet with Schumer on border issue
President Trump late Sunday said in a Twitter post that he intends to set up a meeting with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer after the New York Democrat recently toured a detention center and called the conditions there "inhumane." https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
YouTuber caught speeding in new Lamborghini pays ticket, makes donation to police
The YouTuber behind the popular channel “Hoovie’s Garage” was caught speeding in a brand new Lamborghini on Friday and reportedly donated a matching amount of the ticket to an officer’s fund. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Puerto Rico governor announces he will not seek re-election but refuses to resign
Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rossello announced Sunday he will not seek re-election but refused to resign, as corruption allegations have sparked widespread protests in San Juan. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
New photos of Prince George shared by Kensington Palace to mark his 6th birthday
Kensington Palace released three new photographs of Prince George on Sunday to mark the future king’s sixth birthday. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Arab-Israeli man accused of plotting attack on Israeli hotel for Hamas, reports say
Israel's internal security service said Sunday it had foiled a plan to carry out a terror attack at a hotel in Israel, according to reports. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Tennessee felon arrested after ramming into police cruiser during chase, investigators say
A convicted felon in Tennessee was arrested after he allegedly rammed into a police cruiser and led officers on a chase, according to the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Major power outages pop up from Michigan to New York amid dangerous heat wave
As the heat wave gripped much of the country on Sunday, power outages reported in multiple states left hundreds of thousands of customers in the dark. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Reporter's Notebook: With Mueller hearings ahead, the 'book' may be better than the 'movie'
As the Mueller report goes on TV, there’s something worth remembering: the book is often better than the movie. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Texas mom, 29, missing since concert is 'endangered,' police say
Authorities in Texas are looking for a 29-year-old mother who hasn’t been seen since going on a date last weekend. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Florida deputy killed in crash while responding to domestic dispute, officials say
A Florida sheriff’s deputy was killed in a crash while on his way to a reported domestic dispute early Sunday morning, officials said. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Yes, you actually should be using emojis at work
This is how formality in business communications dies, not with a whimper, but with a parti-colored riot of modern-day hieroglyphics, denoting everything from collaboration to dissent. https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
Richard Pryor’s daughter, Rain Pryor, to run for council seat in Baltimore: report
Rain Pryor, daughter of the late comedian Richard Pryor, spent part of her 50th birthday last week filing paperwork to run for a city council seat in Baltimore, according to a report https://ift.tt/eA8V8J
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