Stembridge News Digest

Qatar says Gulf Arab bloc needs reform to give it teeth Sat, 15 Dec 2018 04:49:11 -0500
Qatar said on Saturday it remained committed to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) but the bloc needed to enforce its own rules better, signaling a reformed alliance could help end a row between Doha and some of its neighbors.

Australia recognizes West Jerusalem as Israel's capital but embassy not moving yet Sat, 15 Dec 2018 04:14:44 -0500
Australia formally recognizes West Jerusalem as Israel's capital, reversing decades of Middle East policy, but will not move its embassy there immediately, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said on Saturday.

Federal judge rules Obamacare unconstitutional Fri, 14 Dec 2018 22:53:50 -0500
A federal judge in Texas on Friday ruled the Affordable Care Act, commonly known as Obamacare, was unconstitutional based on its mandate requiring that people buy health insurance, a decision in a case that could reach the U.S. Supreme Court.

China should free Canadians held after Huawei arrest, U.S.'s Pompeo says Fri, 14 Dec 2018 22:35:56 -0500
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said on Friday China should free two Canadian citizens who were detained this week after authorities in Canada arrested a senior Chinese technology executive on a U.S. extradition warrant.

Trump picks Mulvaney as chief of staff - for now Fri, 14 Dec 2018 20:43:07 -0500
U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday moved to end speculation that he was having a hard time finding a new chief of staff, naming his budget chief Mick Mulvaney to the top post on a temporary basis.

North Carolina Republican says he hired consultant at heart of fraud probe Fri, 14 Dec 2018 20:10:29 -0500
The North Carolina Republican embroiled in a vote fraud controversy said on Friday he hired the political operative at the center of a probe into possible absentee ballot irregularities in a disputed U.S. congressional election.

Exclusive: T-Mobile, Sprint see Huawei shun clinching U.S. deal - sources Fri, 14 Dec 2018 20:07:02 -0500
T-Mobile US Inc and Sprint Corp believe their foreign owners' offer to stop using Huawei Technologies equipment will help with the United States clearing their $26 billion merger deal, sources said, underscoring the lengths to which Washington has gone to shut out the Chinese company.

Mueller rebukes Flynn, saying he knew better than to lie to FBI Fri, 14 Dec 2018 19:50:04 -0500
President Donald Trump's former national security adviser Michael Flynn knew better than to lie to the FBI and does not deserve sentencing leniency because he was not warned that lying to federal agents was a crime, U.S. prosecutors said on Friday.

Global growth worry hits stocks, but U.S. data lifts dollar Fri, 14 Dec 2018 19:46:07 -0500
A gauge of global stocks tumbled on Friday after weak economic data from China and Europe intensified global growth worries as investors weighed the broader impact of the trade dispute between the United States and China.

CVS defends settlement that allowed Aetna merger as judge assesses Fri, 14 Dec 2018 19:31:45 -0500
CVS Health Corp defended on Friday an agreement with the U.S. Justice Department which allowed it to purchase health insurer Aetna for $69 billion, a settlement that a federal judge is still assessing.

U.S. government watchdog to probe child's death after border arrest Fri, 14 Dec 2018 19:21:19 -0500
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's internal watchdog will investigate the death of a 7-year-old Guatemalan migrant which occurred after she was detained by U.S. border agents, officials said on Friday.

Lame-duck Wisconsin governor signs bill undercutting incoming Democrat Fri, 14 Dec 2018 19:15:48 -0500
Outgoing Wisconsin Republican Governor Scott Walker on Friday signed legislation that will weaken the powers of his newly elected Democratic successor, dismissing critics who called the move a last-minute partisan power grab.

U.S. sets new March 2 date for China tariff increases amid talks Fri, 14 Dec 2018 19:12:27 -0500
The U.S. Trade Representative's office on Friday officially changed the scheduled date of a tariff rate increase on $200 billion worth of Chinese goods to 12:01 a.m. EST (0501 GMT) on March 2, 2019 as the United States and China pursue talks on trade and intellectual property.

Challenging judges' orders, Trump aims to enlist Supreme Court Fri, 14 Dec 2018 19:01:44 -0500
President Donald Trump's administration asked the U.S. Supreme Court this week to suspend nationwide orders by federal judges blocking two of his major policies in an unusual step but one in line with an aggressive White House litigation strategy.

U.N. climate talks go into overtime as negotiators grapple with text Fri, 14 Dec 2018 18:52:20 -0500
The United Nations' climate talks went into overtime early Saturday morning as negotiators from nearly 200 nations grappled with disagreements over parts of a package of rules to implement a landmark agreement to combat global warming.

Brexit: Amber Rudd urges MPs to 'forge a consensus' Sat, 15 Dec 2018 09:25:40 GMT
Politicians must compromise and find a plan that a majority in Parliament can support, minister says.
Obamacare: Texas court rules key health law is unconstitutional Sat, 15 Dec 2018 07:19:57 GMT
The challenge from a coalition of 20 US states is now likely to go to the US Supreme Court.
Australia recognises West Jerusalem as Israeli capital Sat, 15 Dec 2018 09:41:58 GMT
PM Scott Morrison says Australia will not immediately move its embassy from Tel Aviv.
Susie Goodall: British sailor would attempt Golden Globe Race again 'in a heartbeat' Sat, 15 Dec 2018 07:50:58 GMT
Susie Goodall says she would attempt the Golden Globe Race again "in a heartbeat", despite having to be rescued in the Pacific Ocean.
Anglesey school plea not to buy staff Christmas gifts Sat, 15 Dec 2018 00:06:10 GMT
Buying teachers at Rhosybol community school a festive treat will not get you on Santa's nice list.
Katowice UN climate talks extended due to sticking points Sat, 15 Dec 2018 08:31:12 GMT
Rows continue over the issue of paying poorer countries for damages caused by rising temperatures.
Twenty-eight injured in Lisbon tram crash Sat, 15 Dec 2018 09:13:47 GMT
A tram derails and overturns in the Portuguese capital, but no serious injuries are reported.
Smart ships using the wind and air bubbles to save fuel Sat, 15 Dec 2018 00:36:22 GMT
Clever ways to make ships more efficient, including blowing tiny bubbles under their hulls.
Drone 50ft from hitting plane at Stansted Sat, 15 Dec 2018 00:47:07 GMT
The drone was being flown at more than 20 times the permissible height, close to a Boeing 737.
Sex abuse victim Natasha Mina: 'Kickboxing gave me strength" Sat, 15 Dec 2018 01:07:37 GMT
Natasha Mina's father was jailed for 12 years in October after abusing her and three other people.
Newcastle man charged with planning act of terror Sat, 15 Dec 2018 00:18:28 GMT
The 33-year-old was arrested as part of an ongoing investigation by counter-terror police.
Sarah Papenheim: US student stabbed to death in Rotterdam Fri, 14 Dec 2018 22:21:18 GMT
A young American who came to Europe after a family tragedy is stabbed to death in her student complex.
The Papers: May and Juncker clash and 'Brexit charge' Sat, 15 Dec 2018 05:20:42 GMT
Saturday's front pages feature Brexit and the EU's plan to charge Brits travelling to Europe.
LGBTQ Christmas charity sends cards to the lonely Sat, 15 Dec 2018 00:38:24 GMT
We all like getting Christmas post, but what if you didn't have anyone to send you so much as a card?
Week in pictures: 8 - 14 December 2018 Sat, 15 Dec 2018 00:40:33 GMT
A selection of the best news photographs from around the world, taken over the past week.

How the feds have abused the Sarbanes-Oxley law Sat, 15 Dec 2018 05:00:12 GMT
In 2016, three staffers on Ron Paul’s 2012 presidential campaign, including campaign manager John Tate, were convicted of helping arrange for money to be funneled through a vendor to former Iowa State Sen. Kent Sorenson. They did this in exchange for Sorensen’s endorsement of Paul in the 2012 Republican presidential primary, and then hid the transaction by reporting it to the Federal Election Commission as something else.
Mick Mulvaney will have the toughest job in the White House, and Trump better not ruin it Fri, 14 Dec 2018 23:45:20 GMT
Mick Mulvaney, the director of the Office of Management and Budget and until three days ago also the director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, is adding acting White House chief of staff to his plate.
China cut auto tariffs. That doesn't mean there will be a comprehensive trade deal Fri, 14 Dec 2018 23:31:11 GMT
On Friday, China announced it will cut heightened tariffs imposed on American-made cars by 25 percent. The move, which will last for 90 days starting Jan. 1, is part of the truce that President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed to at the G-20 summit in Argentina.
Right-wing mythmaking of Michael Flynn Fri, 14 Dec 2018 23:14:30 GMT
Trump Derangement Syndrome, or TDS, the phenomena of the president making liberals lose their marbles over rage, cuts both ways, it seems. The latest victims of TDS on the Right have begun to transform Michael Flynn, a three-star lieutenant general, former director of the Defense Intelligence Agency, and national security adviser, into a victim of the legal system, framed and hoodwinked by the FBI.
20 years later, Elizabeth Warren admits she’s not 'a person of color' Fri, 14 Dec 2018 22:59:34 GMT
It only took two decades, but Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., has finally stated publicly that she is not, in fact, a “person of color.”
Pressure Petro Poroshenko for ignoring Ukraine's massive corruption problem Fri, 14 Dec 2018 22:57:09 GMT
The West is rightly increasing its support for Ukraine in face of escalating aggression from Russia. But we should not close our eyes to the systemic challenge of corruption in Ukraine. After all, it's a challenge that President Petro Poroshenko's government has done very little to address.
Why the EU cares nothing for Theresa May's plight Fri, 14 Dec 2018 22:06:34 GMT
Predictably, the European Union is refusing to help British Prime Minister Theresa May.
Facebook, again, failed to protect data. But users must remember the first rule of the Internet Fri, 14 Dec 2018 21:49:20 GMT
Once again Facebook failed to keep user data safe and secure. Facebook messed up, but users should remember the vulnerability of content shared online.
Michael Cohen's conversion to anti-Trump is no excuse for newsrooms to treat him like an honest and credible source Fri, 14 Dec 2018 21:41:14 GMT
President Trump’s former attorney is a liar.
Congress needs to make it clear that lying to lawmakers has consequences Fri, 14 Dec 2018 21:26:51 GMT
Sens. Jerry Moran, R-Kan., and Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., accused the former CEO of the U.S. Olympic Committee of lying to Congress and referred the matter to the Department of Justice.

Texas Federal Judge Strikes Down Obamacare, Trump Responds Sat, 15 Dec 2018 04:03:54 +0000
'Great news for America!'
Former Anarchist Reveals Why He Joined And What It Did To Him Sat, 15 Dec 2018 03:46:16 +0000
'You were able to find what was wrong with everything from school to government'
Lindsey Graham on Trump And Clinton — ‘Most People, Blindsided, Would Lie To Protect Their Family’ Sat, 15 Dec 2018 03:29:51 +0000
'Lying about sex wasn’t enough then for me and it’s not enough now'
What Washington And The Media Still Get So Wrong About The Kochs Sat, 15 Dec 2018 03:19:45 +0000
To politic or not to politic is hardly the question
Democratic Congresswoman Mocks Mike Pence’s Faith On Twitter, Gets Blasted Sat, 15 Dec 2018 02:58:49 +0000
'I wonder what would happen if Pence made fun of Omar's belief in Muhammad?'
CA Supreme Court Chief Justice Leaves GOP Over Kavanaugh Sat, 15 Dec 2018 02:22:38 +0000
'The polarization and the conduct and the procedure that greatly disturbed me'
Protesters Dance From WH To Stephen Miller’s House To Show Solidarity With Migrants Sat, 15 Dec 2018 01:42:24 +0000
It remains unclear if their dancing will help the migrants
US Government Fears For Maria Butina’s Safety, Prosecutors Accidentally Reveal Sat, 15 Dec 2018 01:23:02 +0000
'Might seek to harm or intimidate the defendant'
Beto O’Rourke Thinks People Have Died Because Of The Border Wall Sat, 15 Dec 2018 01:11:17 +0000
'The number of deaths went up'
Tennessee Deacon Removed From Ministry After Questioning Thoroughness Of Diocese’s List Of Predator Priests Sat, 15 Dec 2018 00:51:48 +0000
'How do you propose ending it'
Melania Takes Time To Speak With Military Child In Wheelchair Sat, 15 Dec 2018 00:22:21 +0000
The first lady delivered brief remarks to a hangar full of children
DHS: 7-Year-Old Migrant Who Died Was Not Ill Upon Initial Screening Sat, 15 Dec 2018 00:11:42 +0000
DHS's full account of the events
WaPo’s Misleading Headline Blames Border Patrol Officials For 7-Year-Old’s Death Fri, 14 Dec 2018 23:55:00 +0000
She was in custody for HOURS, but hadn't had food or water for DAYS
Alex Kozinski Resumes Legal Practice After Leaving Federal Bench Over #MeToo Fri, 14 Dec 2018 23:52:23 +0000
Kozinski is one of MeToo's biggest names
Google App Allows People To Report Blasphemy To Indonesian Government Fri, 14 Dec 2018 23:52:06 +0000
The country’s laws target 'those who disgrace a religion'

Storm Deirdre: Snow and freezing rain to cause major disruption across UK and Ireland Sat, 15 Dec 2018 09:43:51 +0000
Drivers advised not to travel 'unless absolutely necessary'
Harvey Weinstein bragged about sleeping with Jennifer Lawrence after another actress rejected his advances, lawsuit claims Sat, 15 Dec 2018 09:36:22 +0000
Film producer is alleged to have said: 'I slept with Jennifer Lawrence and look where she is; she has just won an Oscar'
Australia recognises West Jerusalem as Israel's capital Sat, 15 Dec 2018 09:19:25 +0000
But prime minister Scott Morrison says country's embassy will remain in Tel Aviv until peace settlement is achieved
Obamacare ruled unconstitutional by a federal judge in Texas Sat, 15 Dec 2018 03:15:00 +0000
The act was Barack Obama's landmark piece of legislation
Food poisoning at Hindu temple ceremony in India leaves at least 10 dead Fri, 14 Dec 2018 21:55:00 +0000
Dozens of worshipers taken to hospital after falling seriously ill following meal at event in Karnataka
Mueller investigation: Probes involving Trump associates are becoming difficult for the president to ignore Sat, 15 Dec 2018 01:27:00 +0000
Analysis: As people like his former long-term lawyer Michael Cohen refuse to fade away, the White House may need a new strategy for dealing with them
Mueller-Flynn investigation: Special counsel releases key documents of former Trump advisor's FBI interview Fri, 14 Dec 2018 01:36:00 +0000
'A sitting National Security Adviser, former head of an intelligence agency, retired Lieutenant General, and 33-year veteran of the armed forces knows he should not lie to federal agents,' says filing
Lisbon tram crash: British tourists among 28 injured after carriage derails in Portuguese capital Sat, 15 Dec 2018 00:49:03 +0000
Passengers escape without serious injuries after rush hour incident
Patients with mental illnesses are getting a say in their care Tue, 11 Dec 2018 17:47:30 +0000
A new directive in the US is allowing mental health patients to opt for, or against, certain treatments – Pam Belluck investigates
Three scientific discoveries that happened by accident Tue, 11 Dec 2018 19:00:20 +0000
Once in a while, a serendipitous scientific finding will overturn whole schools of thought
Geoff Murphy: Filmmaker who put New Zealand cinema on the map Fri, 14 Dec 2018 13:55:23 +0000
He made second-rate Hollywood films for money with the comfort of knowing he was responsible for landmarks in Kiwi film
Trump names Mick Mulvaney acting chief of staff after scrambling to find replacement for John Kelly Fri, 14 Dec 2018 17:31:00 +0000
Former marine general Kelly will stay until end of year
Homeland Security Secretary says family are to blame for child's death under Border Patrol custody Fri, 14 Dec 2018 23:33:49 +0000
It reportedly took eight hours for agents to provide seven-year-old girl with medical attention
How Trump can face criminal charges as president, explained by former lawyer from office prosecuting Cohen Fri, 14 Dec 2018 22:00:00 +0000
Former official says Donald Trump could face legal jeopardy over a slate of investigations surrounding his presidency
Kelsey Berreth: Police search for missing Colorado mother inside fiancé's home Fri, 14 Dec 2018 23:25:01 +0000
The fiance is not a suspect at this point, police say, as family and investigators remain mystified by the sudden disappearance

A bipartisan coalition could pass a lot more than just the First Step Act Wed, 12 Dec 2018 16:54:40 GMT
Yesterday's messy display of bickering between President Trump, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., and presumptive incoming House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., didn't inspire much hope in the public for the next two years. But as Senate Majority Leader pushes forward with the Trump-backed First Step Act, the passage of criminal justice reform could paint a blueprint for how a bipartisan government, even one as divided as the radicalized Democratic Party and our populist president, could progress.
Ousted California Rep. Dana Rohrabacher moving to Maine Wed, 12 Dec 2018 16:30:04 GMT
After three decades in Congress, ousted Rep. Dana Rohrabacher is starting over.
Democracy is messy — we like it that way Wed, 12 Dec 2018 13:28:39 GMT
The image of hands wringing themselves had already become the emblem of the Trump era long before this week. But Tuesday's fracas in the Oval Office seems to have set off an especially intense bout of this activity, especially among the press. We discourage this, as in excess it may lead to carpal tunnel or the dreaded tennis elbow.
This White House needs a Bossie chief of staff Tue, 11 Dec 2018 15:29:06 GMT
Every American – Trump-lovers and -haters alike – should want his next White House chief of staff to be competent, tough, steady and honest. Every Republican should also want the new guy to be politically savvy, in order to advance conservative principles.
House Republicans clash over Trump's role in downfall, look to 2020 Tue, 11 Dec 2018 14:04:48 GMT
Five weeks after their Election Day thumping, Republicans in the House of Representatives are still arguing internally over President Trump’s role in the 40-seat thrashing of their majority.
David Bossie: Next chief of staff must be ready for war with House Democrats Tue, 11 Dec 2018 13:46:12 GMT
David Bossie, a contender to be President Trump's next chief of staff, said Tuesday that whoever gets the job must be prepared for constant battle with House Democrats.
Republicans in Michigan, Wisconsin resort to lame-duck sore-loserism Mon, 10 Dec 2018 19:05:03 GMT
The election of 1800 was a bitter, partisan fight – so much that it is sometimes known as the “Revolution of 1800.” The contest between Thomas Jefferson and John Adams was marked by personal attacks, rumors, and arguments that either the Federalists or the Democratic-Republicans were going to destroy the country. There was a new system of electoral votes and contested results necessitating a vote in the House of Representatives.
Wisconsin Senate passes bill limiting governor’s powers Wed, 05 Dec 2018 14:02:30 GMT
MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Senate voted early Wednesday to pass a sweeping measure designed to empower the Republican-controlled Legislature and weaken the Democrat replacing Republican Gov. Scott Walker.
It's a lie — except when Obama says it Wed, 05 Dec 2018 13:13:20 GMT
"The Truth Matters Now More Than Ever" is not just the design on a $300 graphic tee, it is also a new motto the New York Times adopted after former President Barack Obama left office. This timing highlighted the unavoidable truth that the news media slumbered through the Obama years.
Michael Avenatti becomes the last person in America to realize he isn't actually running for president Tue, 04 Dec 2018 20:31:05 GMT
Even Chris Cillizza beat him to the take. Creepy porn lawyer and accused woman-beater Michael Avenatti conceded in a public statement today that he will not run against Donald Trump for the presidency.

'Santa' shot at while driving on Texas freeway: report Sat, 15 Dec 2018 09:34:42 GMT
One Texas man won’t appear on Santa Claus’ “Nice List” after opening fire Tuesday on another man dressed up as Santa.
Australia recognizes west Jerusalem as Israel's capital Sat, 15 Dec 2018 09:30:14 GMT
Australia has decided to formally recognize west Jerusalem as Israel's capital, but won't move its embassy until there's a peace settlement between Israel and the Palestinians, Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced Saturday.
Sri Lanka's disputed prime minister resigns to end impasse Sat, 15 Dec 2018 09:14:07 GMT
Sri Lanka's disputed prime minister resigned on Saturday, saying he wanted to end a long political impasse over his appointment and allow the president to form a new government.
South Sudan starts planning for life beyond war, cautiously Sat, 15 Dec 2018 09:11:53 GMT
For the first time since fleeing his home when civil war broke out in South Sudan five years ago, Raan Bona is daring to plan for the future.
Lone suspect on horseback rustles 56 head of cattle in Colorado, police say Sat, 15 Dec 2018 09:11:36 GMT
A lone suspect on horseback rustled 56 head of cattle from a ranch in Aurora, Colo. on Thursday morning while it was still dark, a witness told Denver's KUSA-TV.
Steve Doocy: My wedding cost less than the price of an average visit to Costco (really!) Sat, 15 Dec 2018 09:00:59 GMT
Yes, we got married for less than $300, we didn’t have to spend a boatload of money to make for a wonderful memory.
Doug Schoen: Trump better get our trade policy right, or China will take our place as the global economic leader Sat, 15 Dec 2018 09:00:56 GMT
Americans should have a clear sense about our trade policies and positions. But today, there is so much uncertainty, particularly with China. And now we're feeling the consequences.
Not in the holiday spirit? What to do if you're suffering this time of year Sat, 15 Dec 2018 09:00:56 GMT
A lot of people this year are dreading the holidays. What do we do during the holidays if we are in pain?
The one good thing that happened during my worst Christmas ever Sat, 15 Dec 2018 09:00:52 GMT
“Honey, I’m not feeling well,” I said as my stomach began churning after Christmas Eve dinner at my sister’s house.
Tom Shillue: Latest coffee study is nonsense – leave my morning ritual alone! Sat, 15 Dec 2018 09:00:36 GMT
Once again science is promising to improve our lives.

Trump names Mulvaney acting White House chief of staff Fri, 14 Dec 2018 22:27:31 GMT
A senior administration official said there was no time limit for how long he would serve in the role.
Mick the Knife Fri, 01 Sep 2017 08:58:10 GMT
Meet Mick Mulvaney, who proudly calls himself a “right-wing nutjob” and is quietly—and radically—trying to dismantle the federal bureaucracy.
Obamacare ruling delivers new shock to health system Sat, 15 Dec 2018 05:14:31 GMT
The decision could scuttle some of Trump's own reforms.
Judge rules Obamacare unconstitutional, endangering coverage for 20 million Sat, 15 Dec 2018 01:37:08 GMT
Democrats decried the decision as reckless and urged an appeals court to overturn it, while also tying it to the GOP’s broader efforts to eliminate the ACA.
The left blindsides Beto Fri, 14 Dec 2018 19:47:44 GMT
The Texas congressman is taking flak for several votes and for not joining the Congressional Progressive Caucus.
Mueller: FBI agents didn't dupe Flynn Fri, 14 Dec 2018 20:19:41 GMT
Michael Flynn's allies have claimed that Flynn was essentially set up by FBI agents wanting to take down the president.
Reporters shooed away as mystery Mueller subpoena fight rages on Fri, 14 Dec 2018 18:34:27 GMT
A clerk at the courthouse took the extraordinary measure of shutting down the entire fifth floor, where the hearing was taking place.
Trump considers delaying border wall fight until January Fri, 14 Dec 2018 18:28:49 GMT
Congress has one week to avoid a partial government shutdown, and the parties are deadlocked on whether to fund Trump’s wall.
FBI releases part of Russia dossier summary used to brief Trump, Obama Sat, 15 Dec 2018 04:03:06 GMT
George Papadopoulos considering run for Congress Fri, 14 Dec 2018 20:16:49 GMT
The Weekly Standard, conservative outlet that criticized Trump, to shut down Fri, 14 Dec 2018 16:33:47 GMT
The magazine’s final issue, which was completed Thursday, will publish on Dec. 17.
Kushner deploys conservative media campaign for his agenda Fri, 14 Dec 2018 10:04:31 GMT
The president's son-in-law worked friendly media outlets and lobbied GOP senators to advance the criminal justice bill.
Arizona Sen. Jon Kyl to resign, prompting new appointment to McCain seat Fri, 14 Dec 2018 15:31:08 GMT
GOP Sen. Jon Kyl was appointed earlier this year to replace late Sen. John McCain.
Cohen: 'Of course' Trump knew hush money payments were wrong Fri, 14 Dec 2018 13:08:10 GMT
GOP could ditch Harris in North Carolina special Fri, 14 Dec 2018 00:21:35 GMT
State Republicans passed a bill that would require a primary if there's a re-vote in North Carolina's contested House race.

Most Nazis escaped justice. Now Germany wants to convict those who got away
Special counsel slams Michael Flynn's criticism of FBI interview Sat, 15 Dec 2018 00:43:18 GMT
Trump names Mulvaney 'acting' chief of staff Sat, 15 Dec 2018 02:12:01 GMT
Mick Mulvaney, the director of the Office of Management and Budget, will become the acting White House chief of staff replacing John Kelly, President Donald Trump announced on Friday.
Federal judge strikes down Obamacare Sat, 15 Dec 2018 07:22:56 GMT
May hits back after Brexit summit humiliation Fri, 14 Dec 2018 16:59:06 GMT
Doors are slamming shut for Huawei around the world Fri, 14 Dec 2018 22:45:37 GMT
Huawei is coming under pressure in two more key European markets — the latest in a series of problems the Chinese company faces around the world.
Dams spell disaster for SE Asian nation Fri, 14 Dec 2018 12:47:17 GMT
First came a boom, shortly followed by the sound of something bursting. Then, a giant wave — big enough to submerge an area the size of Paris in 15 feet of water — washed across southeastern Laos, ripping villages apart, swallowing homes, and dispersing thousands of people.
China is temporarily slashing tariffs on US auto imports Sat, 15 Dec 2018 01:06:42 GMT
China said Friday it will temporarily reduce tariffs on imports of American-made cars as it tries to negotiate a trade deal with the United States.
Details of Maria Butina's cooperation quickly removed from court website Fri, 14 Dec 2018 23:55:08 GMT
Russian political conspirator Maria Butina is set to meet with federal prosecutors in Washington and Virginia over the next several weeks, according to a court filing that was posted and quickly removed from a federal docket Friday afternoon.
Gandhi statue pulled down in Ghana after controversy over 'racist' writings Fri, 14 Dec 2018 15:18:47 GMT
A controversial statue of Indian independence leader Mahatma Gandhi has been pulled down at the University of Ghana following protests and petitions for its removal.
Facebook reveals bug exposed 6.8 million users' photos Fri, 14 Dec 2018 17:26:52 GMT
Facebook announced on Friday that the social network had exposed the private photos of millions of users without their permission.
13 miners feared dead after being flooded in illegal mine Fri, 14 Dec 2018 13:46:09 GMT
Thirteen miners are feared dead in India after the shaft of a mine they were illegally digging collapsed and flooded in the remote northeastern state of Meghalaya.
Fourth victim dies in Strasbourg Christmas market shooting Fri, 14 Dec 2018 21:17:04 GMT
A fourth person has died as a result of a shooting attack this week at the famed Christmas market in Strasbourg, France, French authorities told CNN on Friday.
Budapest rocked by second night of protests over 'slave law' Fri, 14 Dec 2018 16:03:32 GMT
Thousands of demonstrators hit the streets of Budapest for a second night over the passing of a series of bills that critics argue will cement Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's grip on power.
Anderson Cooper: Trump is right. This is embarrassing Fri, 14 Dec 2018 02:47:40 GMT
CNN's Anderson Cooper debunks President Trump's interview with Fox News.

Texas Judge Rules Obamacare Unconstitutional Sat, 15 Dec 2018 02:51:59 +0000
A Texas federal judge on Friday ruled that Obamacare violated the Constitution, likely pushing the ruling towards the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Obama Touts Obamacare Affordability in Video Ahead of Deadline Sat, 15 Dec 2018 02:45:52 +0000
Barack Obama is asking people to sign up for government-run Obamacare health insurance in a video he posted on his Twitter account.
Billionaire Koch Brothers: 'Serious Mistake' to End Welfare-Dependent Immigration to U.S. Sat, 15 Dec 2018 00:19:54 +0000
The pro-mass immigration Koch brothers say ending welfare-dependent immigration to the United States would do "serious harm" to the nation and be a "serious mistake."
Venezuelans Lament Gun Ban: Allows Government to Dominate Them Sat, 15 Dec 2018 04:47:43 +0000
Venezuelans from all walks of life lament their nation's six-year-old gun ban and say the prohibition against being armed allows their government to dominate them.
Report: 'Destroyed' North Korean Nuclear Site May Still Be Functional Sat, 15 Dec 2018 03:12:35 +0000
The South Korean newspaper Chosun Ilbo highlighted a report on Friday indicating that North Korea's Punggye-ri nuclear test site, which it dramatically claimed to have been blown up as a gesture of goodwill, may still be able to function with minimal repairs.
Mark Krikorian: Democrats Try to Use Dead Child as 'Martyr for Open Borders' Sat, 15 Dec 2018 00:54:51 +0000
Donald Trump and Kirstjen Nielsen must wrap the blame for the dehydration death of a seven-year-old migrant child around the necks of her father, Ninth Circuit judges, and open-border progressives.
CNN's Tapper: 'Insane' Inaugural Committee Rented Out Rooms at Trump Hotel Sat, 15 Dec 2018 02:58:36 +0000
Friday on CNN’s “The Lead,” host Jake Tapper said it was “insane” President Donald Trump’s inaugural committee rented out rooms at the Trump Hotel. Tapper said, “I just can’t fathom the fact that we’re in an era where the presidential inaugural committee rents out rooms at the Trump Hotel and nobody even thinks twice about it. When I first heard about the story, they said Ivanka was negotiating, and I said ‘for the inaugural committee or the hotels?’ I don’t know which one. And then there is this e-mail in which somebody is saying ‘I think we’re being overcharged.’ It’ insane.” Nina Turner said, “The appearance of impropriety, they don’t care.” Tapper added, “The Trump people don’t care, but I don’t think the base cares.” Follow Pam Key on Twitter @pamkeyNEN
Tariffs Aren't Costing U.S. Tech Companies $1 Billion Per Month Sat, 15 Dec 2018 02:31:13 +0000
The dollar-denominated price of computer technology made in China has fallen 3.2 percent from a year ago, suggesting China really is paying for Trump's tariffs.
Trump: Mick Mulvaney Will Serve as Acting Chief of Staff Fri, 14 Dec 2018 22:30:48 +0000
President Donald Trump named Office of Management and Budget Director Mick Mulvaney as acting White House Chief of Staff to replace outgoing General John Kelly on his Twitter account Friday evening.
Study: U.S. Internet Speeds Skyrocket One Year After Net Neutrality Repeal Sat, 15 Dec 2018 01:24:47 +0000
American Internet speeds have skyrocketed one year after the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) repealed the agency’s 2015 net neutrality regulations, according to a study released this week.
Beto: 2020 Will Be ‘Mother of All Tests’ for Democracy Fri, 14 Dec 2018 21:46:23 +0000
Saying “there’s never been a darker moment” in America in his lifetime, Rep. Robert Francis “Beto” O’Rourke, a potential 2020 presidential candidate, said on Friday that President Donald Trump’s reelection campaign will be the “mother of all tests for this democracy.”
2020: Beto: ‘I Don’t Know’ if I’m ‘Progressive’ Fri, 14 Dec 2018 21:44:37 +0000
Rep. Robert Francis “Beto” O’Rourke (D-TX) does not even know if he is a “progressive Democrat.”
Stacey Abrams Most Googled Politician in ’18 Fri, 14 Dec 2018 21:47:35 +0000
More Americans googled failed Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams (D) than any other politician in 2018, including left-wing darlings Rep. Robert Francis “Beto” O’Rourke and Rep.-elect Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY).
Carney: Don't Blame Trump's Tariffs for Manufacturing's Weak November Fri, 14 Dec 2018 21:58:39 +0000
Trump's critics want to blame tariffs for a slowdown in manufacturing. But the data tell a very different story.
Zumwalt: Congress Vote on Yemen May Give Iran Much-Needed Breathing Room Fri, 14 Dec 2018 22:10:02 +0000
As the nation prepares for the seating of the 116th Congress next month, many question if anti-Trump lawmakers will allow their disdain for the Commander-in-Chief to override our national interests.