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Jay Inslee labels Trump a ‘white nationalist’ at debate

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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.

Protesters repeatedly interrupt Dem primary debate, shout down Biden, Booker, de Blasio

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Protesters repeatedly interrupt Dem primary debate, shout down Biden, Booker, 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."

Booker praises protesters who interrupted his remarks to chant, 'Fire Pantaleo'

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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. 

Tucker: Not everyone in the 2020 Democratic field is a lunatic

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Tucker: Not everyone in the 2020 Democratic field is a lunatic Moderate Democrats take sensible approach to border security and immigration during presidential debate.

Biden, Harris clash on health care in opening moments of Democratic primary debate

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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.”

Civil rights activist responds to Sen. Warren's new forms of racism

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Civil rights activist responds to Sen. Warren's new forms of racism Sen. Elizabeth Warren calls out multiple forms of racism; reaction from The Woodson Institute founder Bob Woodson.

De Blasio: ‘We will tax the hell out of the wealthy’

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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.

Pete Buttigieg uses faith to take on Republicans over minimum wage

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Pete Buttigieg uses faith to take on Republicans over minimum wage Theologian and ethicist Jonathan Morris reacts to Buttigieg using scripture to attack GOP policy on 'Tucker Carlson Tonight.'

Digital graduation cap decoration mistaken for explosive

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Digital graduation cap decoration mistaken for explosive Police in Florida thought a digital graduation cap decoration was an explosive device, according to reports.

Lawyers for missing Connecticut mom's husband calls report of her blood-stained shirt 'speculation'

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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." 

Kelly Craft: Congress confirms UN ambassador pick

Congress approved President Donald Trump's nominee for UN ambassador by 56 votes to 34. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZiISch via

Gutfeld on Tuesday's debate

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Gutfeld on Tuesday's debate Democrats in Detroit sounded like an awkward family squabbling in front of all the neighbors.

Gutfeld on Tuesday's debate

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Gutfeld on Tuesday's debate Presidential debate exposes ideological rift in the Democratic Party.

Italian officials ban McDonald's near ancient Roman monument

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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. 

Fears stoke backlash against Venezuelans in Peru

Why some Peruvians fear that the recent influx of Venezuelans migrants poses a risk to their jobs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2yrF0Kf via

VG Siddhartha: The man who brought coffee culture to India

The death of coffee chain owner VG Siddhartha has sent shockwaves through India's business community. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2KkcPm9 via

US-China trade war: 'We're all paying for this'

The US-China trade war is costing jobs and pushing up prices, say firms on both sides of the Pacific. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YBjugC via

What are the US's intentions in Africa?

Can the US compete with China's huge investments in the continent? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2MvASky via

5 things we learned from Billie Eilish's interview with Rolling Stone

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5 things we learned from Billie Eilish's interview with Rolling Stone Billie Eilish is perhaps the biggest pop success story of 2019, and in her recent interview with Rolling Stone, the teenage singer opened up about her recent catapult to fame.

Illinois man accused of killing his 74-year-old mom with sword in suburban home: police

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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.

3 German tourists in Alaska found dead in glacial lake

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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. 

Jeffrey Epstein lured scientists with his wealth in scheme to spread his DNA: report

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Jeffrey Epstein lured scientists with his wealth in scheme to spread his DNA: report Wealthy financier Jeffrey Epstein, who has been accused of sexually abusing dozens of underage girls, dangled money at scientists in the hopes of creating a new race of humans with his DNA by impregnating women at his New Mexico ranch, according to a bombshell report.

Human remains found on Missouri farm where brothers were last seen, police say

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Human remains found on Missouri farm where brothers were last seen, police say Human remains have been found in the search for two Wisconsin brothers who were last seen last week, Missouri authorities said Wednesday.

Hickenlooper scolds 2020 Dems: 'Medicare-for-all,' Green New Deal would 'FedEx' election to Trump

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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.

Sekulow on DNC hacking lawsuit: The evidence does not support the allegations

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Sekulow on DNC hacking lawsuit: The evidence does not support the allegations Judge dismisses DNC hacking lawsuit against Trump team; reaction from Jay Sekulow, attorney for President Trump.

Bernie Sanders shuts down 2020 opponent's 'Medicare-for-all' criticism with eyebrow-raising retort

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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.

Warren scolds audience for laughing at story of ALS sufferer in 'Medicare-for-all' debate: 'This isn’t funny’

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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.”

Climate change: UK's 10 warmest years all occurred since 2002

The patterns of warm and cold years in Britain are a clear signal of climate change, say scientists. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2OusUe3 via

Americans spending more, earning more

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Americans spending more, earning more Spending and income see an uptick in June; Fox Biz Flash: 7/30.

Judge overturns California man's 2006 terror conviction

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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.

Bruce: The real attack on Baltimore is ignoring city's poor conditions

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Bruce: The real attack on Baltimore is ignoring city's poor conditions Fox Nation host Tammy Bruce on Trump calling out Baltimore's crime and decay and the Democratic backlash.

Diversity concerns drive out top executive from House Democrats' campaign committee

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Diversity concerns drive out top executive from House Democrats' campaign committee Five other DCCC staffers leaving over diversity uproar; reaction from former DNC communications director Luis Miranda.

Puerto Rico official: Former congressional rep to be nominated as island secretary of state, next in line for governor

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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.

Tucker: Pelosi claims 'diversity' to be Democratic Party's strength

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Tucker: Pelosi claims 'diversity' to be Democratic Party's strength DNCC executive quits because she is not diverse enough.

Tim Ryan called out for not placing hand on heart for national anthem at Dem debate

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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.

Sanders, Warren prepare to square off in second Democratic debate

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Sanders, Warren prepare to square off in second Democratic debate Second round of Democratic presidential debates kick off; Fox News correspondent Peter Doocy reports.

Car industry investment plummets in UK

It comes at a time when the sector has been spending heavily on preparations for a no-deal Brexit from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KhJ70Q via

Democratic debates: Ten candidates line up in second presidential TV debate

The party's most progressive candidates, Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, take centre stage. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3116J0o via

Does the US economy need a rate cut?

The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates for the first time since 2008 on Wednesday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3308xJ1 via

Mississippi Walmart shooting victims identified; suspect charged with murder

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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.

Florida beekeeper says someone may have poisoned millions of his honey bees

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Florida beekeeper says someone may have poisoned millions of his honey bees A veteran Florida beekeeper thinks someone may have poisoned his honey bees and is offering $30,000 for information leading to the arrest of whoever’s responsible.

President Trump disputes claim GOP leader McConnell is a 'Russian asset'

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President Trump disputes claim GOP leader McConnell is a 'Russian asset' Op-ed claims Sen. Mitch McConnell has ties to Russia; reaction from Fox News contributor Charles Hurt and Democratic strategist Richard Goodstein.

Deroy Murdock: Claims that Trump is a racist are baseless and divisive

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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.

Gutfeld on Tuesday night’s debate

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Gutfeld on Tuesday night’s debate The Democratic presidential primary is like a freeway with a lot of bad drivers crowding into the far-left lane.

Brit Hume: Trump went after Cummings because Cummings had targeted him

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Brit Hume: Trump went after Cummings because Cummings had targeted him Fox News senior political analyst Brit Hume weighs in on President Trump's feud with Rep. Elijah Cummings and Baltimore officials.

Ten Democrats line up in second presidential TV debate

The party's most progressive candidates, Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, take centre stage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3116J0o via

Boko Haram: A decade of terror explained

How the death of one man 10 years ago sparked an unending campaign of terror in Nigeria and beyond. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Ydnw3E via

Who is ASAP Rocky and why is he on Trump's radar?

The president asked Sweden's PM to free the rapper, who is now due to go on trial in the country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2K3x3RS via

Democratic presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard explains why she is suing Google

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Democratic presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard explains why she is suing Google Rep. Tulsi Gabbard accuses search giant Google of censoring her message when it briefly suspended her campaign advertising account following the first Democratic presidential debate.

Ilhan Omar apparently hit back at Rand Paul with this retweet

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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?

'Squad' member Rep. Rashida Tlaib doubles down on support for Israel boycott movement

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'Squad' member Rep. Rashida Tlaib doubles down on support for Israel boycott movement The BDS movement seeks to delegitimize the existence of Israel and progressive 'Squad' member Rep. Rashida Tlaib embraces that, says Dr. Qanta Ahmed, member of the Council on Foreign Relations.

Biden, Sanders attack new Harris health care plan from different angles

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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.

Trump administration gets green light to sell arms to Saudi Arabia, after Senate rejects veto overrides

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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.

Ben Carson says President Trump would be happy to work with Elijah Cummings to bring relief to Baltimore

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Ben Carson says President Trump would be happy to work with Elijah Cummings to bring relief to Baltimore HUD Secretary Ben Carson praises Trump administration efforts to rehabilitate America's distressed areas.

Matt Whitaker says William Barr and John Ratcliffe are 'perfect team' to investigate origins of Russia probe

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Matt Whitaker says William Barr and John Ratcliffe are 'perfect team' to investigate origins of Russia probe Attorney General William Barr will 'turn over every rock' and restore the American people's confidence in the Department of Justice, says former acting Attorney General Matthew Whitaker.

Juan Williams and Sean Spicer debate President Trump's Twitter feud with Rep. Elijah Cummings

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Juan Williams and Sean Spicer debate President Trump's Twitter feud with Rep. Elijah Cummings Critics call President Trump 'racist' for calling Baltimore 'dangerous and filthy'; Fox News political analyst Juan Williams and former White House press secretary Sean Spicer join the debate.

Economists use beer as measure to document failures of socialism in new book

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Economists use beer as measure to document failures of socialism in new book With the hot-button word “socialism” sparking intense political debate as Americans brace for the 2020 presidential election, two U.S. economists have completed a global drinking tour – and a book already at the top of Amazon's "beer" category – warning that the socialist lure could lead to a drastic dry-up of the country’s adult beverages.

The politics of President Trump's feud with Rep. Elijah Cummings

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The politics of President Trump's feud with Rep. Elijah Cummings Trump hits Baltimore over violent crime rate, critics call the president's tweets racist; reaction and analysis from the 'Special Report' All-Stars.

President Trump threatens to label Antifa as a terror organization

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President Trump threatens to label Antifa as a terror organization Trump says doing so would make it easier for the police to do their jobs; reaction and analysis on 'The Five.'

Capital One data breach: Arrest after details of 100m US individuals stolen

The hacker gained access to individuals' date of birth, addresses and phone numbers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SPh1xM via

Tucker: Democrats and the 'racist' strategy

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Tucker: Democrats and the 'racist' strategy It didn't work for Hillary Clinton in 2016, but Democrats are hopeful it will work in 2020.

Gutfeld on Trump's tweets about Baltimore

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Gutfeld on Trump's tweets about Baltimore Once again, the media are calling President Trump racist, this time for exposing the obvious: Baltimore's Democratic machine has failed the city.

Capital One data breach: Arrest after details of 100m US individuals stolen

The hacker gained access to individuals' date of birth, addresses and phone numbers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SPh1xM via

Capital One data breach: Arrest after details of 100m US individuals stolen

The hacker gained access to individuals' date of birth, addresses and phone numbers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2SPh1xM via

'I've spent 22 years searching for silver in a ghost town'

Robert Louis Vesmarais is the sole inhabitant of Cerro Gordo, where he's been searching for silver. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2KgMANl via

US election 2020: Do front-runners win their party's nomination?

Joe Biden is leading the polls challenge to President Trump, but will that be the same in November 2020? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32VoX5j via

Is routine genetic profiling coming closer?

Genome sequencing projects around the world are revealing promising new health insights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YvuiAR via

Doctors' crowdfunded hospital brings hope in Syria

After a children's hospital in Aleppo was bombed, donations from around the world funded a new one. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32ZRB5q via

Capital One hack: Arrest after details of 100m US individuals stolen

The hacker gained access to individuals' date of birth, addresses and phone numbers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2SPh1xM via

Trump ramps up war of words with Elijah Cummings, calls congressman 'racist'

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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.