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Jared Kushner asked about 'birther' attack on Kamala Harris - CNN Video

CNN2020-08-14 19:37:45.1203328

Jared Kushner asked about 'birther' attack on Kamala Harris - CNN Video Author:
CNN's Christiane Amanpour talks to Jared Kushner about Trump and the recent birtherism attack on presumptive Democratic vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris. ...Read full article

Lifelong Arizona Republican: I'm voting for Biden because I'm disgusted - CNN Video

CNN2020-08-14 19:37:32.5765792

Lifelong Arizona Republican: I'm voting for Biden because I'm disgusted - CNN Video Author:
Some Republicans voters in Arizona say they are dissatisfied with the way President Trump has handled the response to coronavirus pandemic and are organizing to defeat him in 2020. CNN's Miguel Marquez reports. ...Read full article

President Trump says Democrats are holding up COVID relief to the American people

Fox News2020-08-14 19:37:19.3142544

President Trump says Democrats are holding up COVID relief to the American people Author: Fox News
Trump updates status of negotiations over additional coronavirus stimulus package. ...Read full article

Federal appeals court strikes down California's ban on high-capacity magazines, says restrictions violate 2...

Fox News2020-08-14 19:37:18.3301237

Federal appeals court strikes down California's ban on high-capacity magazines, says restrictions violate 2... Author: Fox News
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals on Friday struck down California’s ban on high-capacity magazines on the basis that its restrictions violate the Second Amendment -- noting that it would criminalize half the magazines in the U.S. ...Read full article

Pew poll finds Biden with 8-point lead on Trump | TheHill

The Hill2020-08-14 19:28:34

Pew poll finds Biden with 8-point lead on Trump | TheHill Author: J. Edward Moreno
Former Vice President Joe Biden holds an 8-point lead over Presid... ...Read full article

Costs from weeks of protests take financial toll on cash-strapped cities across US

Fox News2020-08-14 19:22:20.4405537

Costs from weeks of protests take financial toll on cash-strapped cities across US Author: Fox News
From police injuries to financial losses from looters, the aftermath from weeks of cross-country protests is bringing some cities to their knees. ...Read full article

Manhattan DA argues Trump 'is not entitled' to details on probe involving his tax returns | TheHill

The Hill2020-08-14 19:18:29

Manhattan DA argues Trump 'is not entitled' to details on probe involving his tax returns | TheHill Author: Harper Neidig
The Manhattan district attorney's office told a federal court on Friday that President Trump is n... ...Read full article

Trump suggests Clinesmith guilty plea 'just the beginning' of Durham probe fallout

Fox News2020-08-14 19:07:21.7960761

Trump suggests Clinesmith guilty plea 'just the beginning' of Durham probe fallout Author: Fox News
President Trump said Friday the news that former FBI attorney Kevin Clinesmith will plead guilty to making a false statement is "just the beginning" of the fallout from U.S. Attorney John Durham's review of the Russia investigation. ...Read full article

READ: Letter from US Postal Service warns North Carolina it may not be able to deliver ballots on time

CNN2020-08-14 19:07:00

READ: Letter from US Postal Service warns North Carolina it may not be able to deliver ballots on time Author: CNN
The US Postal Service is warning states that it may not be able to deliver ballots to election offices on time to be counted in November's general election. ...Read full article

Pandemic Rebalances the Scales for FedEx and UPS

Bloomberg2020-08-14 19:06:00+00:00

Pandemic Rebalances the Scales for FedEx and UPS Author: Brooke Sutherland
The accelerated shift toward e-commerce and changes in perception about the value of the companies’ services look likely to be permanent. ...Read full article

Major US postal workers union endorses Biden for president

Associated Press2020-08-14 19:04:28

Author: BRIAN SLODYSKO
WASHINGTON (AP) — A major union representing U.S. postal workers has endorsed Democrat Joe Biden for president, a move that comes as President Donald Trump has acknowledged starving the postal... ...Read full article

Postal service warning states it may not be able to deliver ballots in time based on current election rules

CNN2020-08-14 19:00:14

Postal service warning states it may not be able to deliver ballots in time based on current election rules Author: Ellie Kaufman
The US Postal Service is warning states that voters risk not getting their ballots back to election offices in time because of lags in mail delivery, according to letters reviewed by CNN, adding a new level of uncertainty to the coming presidential election a… ...Read full article

Deep State Lawyer Kevin Clinesmith Texted 'Viva la Resistance'

Breitbart News2020-08-14 18:44:54

Deep State Lawyer Kevin Clinesmith Texted 'Viva la Resistance' Author: Charlie Spiering
Former FBI lawyer Kevin Clinesmith plans to plead guilty for falsifying documents in the investigation of Donald Trump's campaign. ...Read full article

How the Kamala Harris pick is playing with Indian Americans, a fast-growing and influential voting bloc

USA Today2020-08-14 18:27:39+00:00

How the Kamala Harris pick is playing with Indian Americans, a fast-growing and influential voting bloc Author:
Kamala Harris' bid could galvanize Indian Americans, a growing political force that could help Democrats win in key battleground states in November. ...Read full article

Postal Service warns 46 states their voters could be disenfranchised by delayed mail-in ballots

The Washington Post2020-08-14 18:22:02

Postal Service warns 46 states their voters could be disenfranchised by delayed mail-in ballots Author:
Political upheaval, service delays and operational tumult surround the agency as it braces for an unprecedented onslaught of voting by mail. ...Read full article

Trump Reacts to FBI Lawyer Guilty Plea: 'That's Just the Beginning'

Breitbart News2020-08-14 18:13:57

Trump Reacts to FBI Lawyer Guilty Plea: 'That's Just the Beginning' Author: Charlie Spiering
President Donald Trump reacted to the news that former FBI lawyer Kevin Clinesmith would plead guilty for doctoring an email. ...Read full article

Trump says he'll sign USPS funding if Democrats make concessions | TheHill

The Hill2020-08-14 18:13:39

Trump says he'll sign USPS funding if Democrats make concessions | TheHill Author: Brett Samuels
President Trump on Friday said he will approve billions of dollars in funding for the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) as part of a coronavirus relief package if Democrats make concessions on certain White House priorities. ...Read full article

Trump dodges question about whether he backs GOP candidate's belief in QAnon | TheHill

The Hill2020-08-14 18:08:01

Trump dodges question about whether he backs GOP candidate's belief in QAnon | TheHill Author: Brett Samuels
President Trump on Friday would not say whether he agreed with Georgia congressional candidate Ma... ...Read full article

US makes largest-ever seizure of Iranian fuel

BBC News2020-08-14 18:05:59

US makes largest-ever seizure of Iranian fuel Author: BBC News
The US says it seized 1.1 million barrels of fuel from four tankers en route to Venezuela. ...Read full article

PA Gov. Wolf Asks for Extension of Mail-In Vote Deadline After U.S. Postal Service Warning

Breitbart News2020-08-14 18:05:24

PA Gov. Wolf Asks for Extension of Mail-In Vote Deadline After U.S. Postal Service Warning Author: Hannah Bleau
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf (D) asked the state's Supreme Court to extend the deadline for mail-in ballots to be counted. ...Read full article

Feds Stepping in to Prosecute Portland Rioters Charged with Crimes

Breitbart News2020-08-14 18:04:26

Feds Stepping in to Prosecute Portland Rioters Charged with Crimes Author: Penny Starr
As local officials in Portland say they won't prosecute dozens of people charged with riot-related crimes, feds are taking over some cases. ...Read full article

MGM Resorts to reopen another Las Vegas hotel in time for Labor Day: The Mirage

USA Today2020-08-14 18:04:06+00:00

MGM Resorts to reopen another Las Vegas hotel in time for Labor Day: The Mirage Author:
The reopening of The Mirage will leave just two MGM Resorts casino hotels in Las Vegas still shuttered: Park MGM and NoMad. ...Read full article

Virus flareups in Europe lead to club closings, mask orders

Associated Press2020-08-14 18:03:18

Author: SYLVIE CORBET, FRANCES D'EMILIO and DAVID CRARY
PARIS (AP) — New flareups of COVID-19 are disrupting the peak summer vacation season across much of Europe, where authorities in some countries are reimposing restrictions on travelers, closing... ...Read full article

TikTok Employees to Sue Trump Administration over Executive Order Ban

Breitbart News2020-08-14 17:50:47

TikTok Employees to Sue Trump Administration over Executive Order Ban Author: Lucas Nolan
U.S. employees of the popular Chinese-owned social media app TikTok reportedly plan to file a lawsuit against the Trump administration over a recent executive order banning the app. ...Read full article

NBA fires photographer who posted offensive meme about Sen. Kamala Harris

USA Today2020-08-14 17:36:47+00:00

NBA fires photographer who posted offensive meme about Sen. Kamala Harris Author:
Photographer Bill Baptist was terminated by the NBA after he posted an offensive meme to Facebook that referenced Sen. Kamala Harris. ...Read full article

Schumer calls for Wolf, Cuccinelli to step down after watchdog says their appointments violate law | TheHill

The Hill2020-08-14 17:34:48

Schumer calls for Wolf, Cuccinelli to step down after watchdog says their appointments violate law | TheHill Author: Jordain Carney
Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) is calling for Acting Department of Homeland Secu... ...Read full article

Pelosi: Trump Actions on Voting Are a 'Domestic Assault on Our Constitution'

Breitbart News2020-08-14 17:32:17

Pelosi: Trump Actions on Voting Are a 'Domestic Assault on Our Constitution' Author: Pam Key
Friday on MSNBC, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said President Donald Trump's actions on our voting system were a "domestic assault on our Constitution." | Clips ...Read full article

Austin City Council unanimously approves $150 million — one-third — cut to police budget

USA Today2020-08-14 17:22:47+00:00

Austin City Council unanimously approves $150 million — one-third — cut to police budget Author:
That money will be redirected to a wide variety of community programs and city departments, including a family violence shelter and victim services. ...Read full article

Fauci says there is 'no reason' Americans can't vote in person in November

Fox News2020-08-14 17:22:23.0490456

Fauci says there is 'no reason' Americans can't vote in person in November Author: Fox News
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases Director Dr. Anthony Fauci said this week there is “no reason” Americans can’t vote in person for the 2020 presidential election, so long as voters follow proper social distancing guidelines amid the coron… ...Read full article

9th Circuit ends California ban on high-capacity magazines

Associated Press2020-08-14 17:21:26

Author: DON THOMPSON
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — A three-judge panel of the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Friday threw out California's ban on high-capacity ammunition magazines, saying the law violates the U.S.... ...Read full article

David Friedman: Joe Biden Helped Middle East Peace Deal Only by Being So 'Hostile'

Breitbart News2020-08-14 17:13:37

David Friedman: Joe Biden Helped Middle East Peace Deal Only by Being So 'Hostile' Author: Joel B. Pollak
Ambassador David Friedman said Joe Biden contributed to the Israel-UAE peace deal only by being so "bad" that they decided to unite. ...Read full article

Ex-FBI lawyer Clinesmith to plead guilty in Durham probe | TheHill

The Hill2020-08-14 17:00:32

Ex-FBI lawyer Clinesmith to plead guilty in Durham probe | TheHill Author: J. Edward Moreno
Former FBI attorney Kevin Clinesmith intends to plead guilty t... ...Read full article

Kaitlin Collins pushes Donald Trump on USPS money and mail-in ballots - CNN Video

CNN2020-08-14 16:52:45.9611489

Kaitlin Collins pushes Donald Trump on USPS money and mail-in ballots - CNN Video Author:
CNN's Kaitlan Collins pushes President Donald Trump on comments he made to Fox Business about withholding money from USPS over mail-in ballots. ...Read full article

Nigeria man found locked up in his parents' garage

BBC News2020-08-14 16:52:41

Nigeria man found locked up in his parents' garage Author: BBC News
The emaciated 30-year-old had been left for at least three years without proper care, police say. ...Read full article

Amazon cuts ties with small delivery companies, expected to lay off over 1,200 delivery drivers

Fox News2020-08-14 16:52:15.9998552

Amazon cuts ties with small delivery companies, expected to lay off over 1,200 delivery drivers Author: Fox News
Amazon cuts ties with small delivery companies across the country and over 1,200 delivery drivers are expected to lose their jobs in the next few months. ...Read full article

Any attempt to get coronavirus herd immunity would lead to massive death tolls, Fauci warns

CNN2020-08-14 16:49:20

Any attempt to get coronavirus herd immunity would lead to massive death tolls, Fauci warns Author: Faith Karimi and Jay Croft, CNN
If the United States allowed coronavirus infections to run rampant to achieve possible herd immunity, the death toll would be massive, especially among vulnerable people, the nation's top infectious doctor said. ...Read full article

Mediterranean crisis: Turkey warns Greece, slams 'bully' France

Al Jazeera English2020-08-14 16:45:00

Mediterranean crisis: Turkey warns Greece, slams 'bully' France Author: Al Jazeera
Turkey warns Greece of retaliation if attacked amid claims in energy-rich region as Ankara accuses Paris of 'bullying'. ...Read full article

Fmr Clinton Spox Palmieri: Trump Calling Harris 'Phony' Is a 'Gendered Term'

Breitbart News2020-08-14 16:40:48

Fmr Clinton Spox Palmieri: Trump Calling Harris 'Phony' Is a 'Gendered Term' Author: Pam Key
Tuesday night on MSNBC's "The Last Word," Hillary Clinton's 2016 presidential campaign communications director Jennifer Palmieri said President Donald Trump calling presumptive Democratic vice-presidential nominee Sen. Kamala Harris (D-CA) "phony" was a "gend… ...Read full article

Obama: Trump is trying to 'actively kneecap' and 'starve' the postal service

CNN2020-08-14 16:38:22

Obama: Trump is trying to 'actively kneecap' and 'starve' the postal service Author: Dan Merica, CNN
Former President Barack Obama took on President Donald Trump's attempts to stall funding for the United States Postal Service in a podcast published Friday, slamming his successor's opposition to the much-needed funds as a craven attempt to boost his chances … ...Read full article

The problem with Trump's utterly debunkable mail-in ballot claims

CNN2020-08-14 16:25:05

The problem with Trump's utterly debunkable mail-in ballot claims Author: Analysis by Chris Cillizza, CNN Editor-at-large
Here's an interesting news nugget courtesy of CNN's Abby Phillip: ...Read full article

Ex-FBI lawyer to plead guilty in first criminal case arising from Durham review of Russia probe

Fox News2020-08-14 16:22:19.0331513

Ex-FBI lawyer to plead guilty in first criminal case arising from Durham review of Russia probe Author: Fox News
Former FBI lawyer Kevin Clinesmith will plead guilty to making a false statement in U.S. Attorney John Durham's review of the Russia investigation. ...Read full article

Kamala Harris Refused to Prosecute Abusive Preists, Victims Say

Breitbart News2020-08-14 16:05:51

Kamala Harris Refused to Prosecute Abusive Preists, Victims Say Author: Dr. Susan Berry
A network of survivors of priest abuse said Kamala Harris “chose to ignore an opportunity” to investigate and prosecute pedophile priests. ...Read full article

Kushner: Israel-UAE treaty marks 'massive change'

BBC News2020-08-14 15:57:46

Kushner: Israel-UAE treaty marks 'massive change' Author: BBC News
President Trump's advisor says it will make the region safer, but the Palestinians decry "betrayal". ...Read full article

Exiled leader calls weekend of protests in Belarus

BBC News2020-08-14 15:48:59

Exiled leader calls weekend of protests in Belarus Author: BBC News
Svetlana Tikhanovskaya tells people not to "stay on the sidelines", six days after a disputed vote. ...Read full article

Ex-FBI lawyer to plead guilty in Trump-Russia probe review

Associated Press2020-08-14 15:41:44

Author: ERIC TUCKER and MICHAEL BALSAMO
WASHINGTON (AP) — A former FBI lawyer plans to plead guilty to making a false statement in the first criminal case arising from U.S. Attorney John Durham's investigation into the probe of ties... ...Read full article

Watchdog: Homeland Security officials were wrongly appointed

Associated Press2020-08-14 15:39:32

Author: BEN FOX
WASHINGTON (AP) — The two most senior officials in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security were improperly appointed to the posts under federal law by the Trump administration, a nonpartisan... ...Read full article

Obama: 'Unheard of' for Trump to try to 'actively kneecap the postal service' | TheHill

The Hill2020-08-14 15:39:31

Obama: 'Unheard of' for Trump to try to 'actively kneecap the postal service' | TheHill Author: J. Edward Moreno
Former President Barack Obama said Friday that President Trump is actively kneecapping the Postal... ...Read full article

President Trump's brother Robert is hospitalized amid reports he is 'very ill,' White House says

USA Today2020-08-14 15:29:16+00:00

President Trump's brother Robert is hospitalized amid reports he is 'very ill,' White House says Author:
Trump is expected to travel to New Jersey this weekend but it was unclear whether he would visit Robert Trump, reportedly hospitalized in New York. ...Read full article

Chinese Military Posts Video of Hong Kong Air Defense Drills

Breitbart News2020-08-14 15:23:09

Chinese Military Posts Video of Hong Kong Air Defense Drills Author: John Hayward
The Chinese military publishes a short video of air defense drills seen as a warning to the U.S. against interfering in Hong Kong. ...Read full article

Rural families without internet face tough choice on school

Associated Press2020-08-14 15:13:14

Author: PIPER HUDSPETH BLACKBURN
BEATTYVILLE, Ky. (AP) — John Ross worries about his children returning to their classrooms this fall with coronavirus cases rising in Kentucky, but he feels he doesn't have much of a choice: His... ...Read full article

Trump 'abhorrent' for fuelling Harris conspiracy

BBC News2020-08-14 14:56:31

Trump 'abhorrent' for fuelling Harris conspiracy Author: BBC News
The Biden campaign issues a scathing response after Mr Trump spreads false information about Kamala Harris. ...Read full article

America’s Favorite Pizza Topping Is Starting to Get Scarce

Bloomberg2020-08-14 14:38:00+00:00

America’s Favorite Pizza Topping Is Starting to Get Scarce Author: Elizabeth Rembert
Pepperoni, America’s most beloved pizza topping, is getting ever-more expensive to obtain amid production snags at meat plants and high demand for pizza. ...Read full article

Government watchdog finds top Trump DHS officials are ineligible for their positions | TheHill

The Hill2020-08-14 14:27:08

Government watchdog finds top Trump DHS officials are ineligible for their positions | TheHill Author: Brett Samuels
Two top Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officials, including the acting secretary, were&nbs... ...Read full article

Welcoming Will Cain to ‘Fox & Friends’ family

Fox News2020-08-14 14:22:16.9040342

Welcoming Will Cain to ‘Fox & Friends’ family Author: Fox News
Former ESPN personality Will Cain joins 'Fox & Friends Weekend' as a co-host alongside Jedediah Bila and Pete Hegseth. ...Read full article

US Postal Service warns of risks to mail-in votes

BBC News2020-08-14 14:21:21

US Postal Service warns of risks to mail-in votes Author: BBC News
The agency warned one state that its vote by mail laws are "incongruous" with current delivery times. ...Read full article

Trump on Durham probe netting guilty plea: 'It's just the beginning'

The Washington Times2020-08-14 13:58:00

Trump on Durham probe netting guilty plea: 'It's just the beginning' Author: Tom Howell Jr.
President Trump said Friday the expected guilty plea from a former FBI lawyer for wrongdoing in the Russia collusion probe was "just the beginning." ...Read full article

Bulls fire coach Jim Boylen after missing playoffs again

Associated Press2020-08-14 13:55:43

Author: CLIFF BRUNT
Months after the world was reminded of the best run in Chicago Bulls history, the franchise closed a chapter on one of its worst.The Chicago Bulls fired coach Jim Boylen on Friday as the... ...Read full article

Bison attacks woman in South Dakota for getting too close to calf: See the video

Fox News2020-08-14 13:52:26.973218

Bison attacks woman in South Dakota for getting too close to calf: See the video Author: Fox News
Footage shows the bison taking hold of the woman and dragging her across the street into the grass. ...Read full article

Nearly half of Democrats say Biden can't last 4 years, give Harris top marks as White House heir

The Washington Times2020-08-14 13:48:05

Nearly half of Democrats say Biden can't last 4 years, give Harris top marks as White House heir Author: S.A. Miller
A new poll showed strong favorability ratings for Sen. Kamala Harris, who this week was tapped by Joseph R. Biden to be the first woman of color on a major party's presidential ticket. ...Read full article

How did Israel and the UAE get to normalising relations?

Al Jazeera English2020-08-14 13:31:00

How did Israel and the UAE get to normalising relations? Author: Linah Alsaafin
Clandestine channels between UAE and Israel go back decades, but official normalisation is still a blow to Palestinians. ...Read full article

Thousands return to UK to beat France quarantine

BBC News2020-08-14 13:11:26

Thousands return to UK to beat France quarantine Author: BBC News
Extra ferry services are laid on as 160,000 holidaymakers see their plans thrown into chaos. ...Read full article

Purdue University football coach unveils plan to keep season alive after Big Ten abandons fall play

Fox News2020-08-14 13:07:17.7340875

Purdue University football coach unveils plan to keep season alive after Big Ten abandons fall play Author: Fox News
Purdue University head football coach Jeff Brohm explains his detailed plan for spring football on 'Fox & Friends.' ...Read full article

Marjorie Taylor Greene, QAnon candidate, wrote dozens of articles for conspiracy theory website

The Washington Times2020-08-14 12:47:17

Marjorie Taylor Greene, QAnon candidate, wrote dozens of articles for conspiracy theory website Author: Andrew Blake
Republican congressional candidate Marjorie Taylor Greene faced additional scrutiny Friday after further details emerged about her history of promoting fringe conspiracy theories. ...Read full article

Eurotunnel warns travellers: Don't just turn up

BBC News2020-08-14 12:45:27

Eurotunnel warns travellers: Don't just turn up Author: BBC News
The firm says customers trying to return early from France must have a booking to travel. ...Read full article

US retail sales rise for 3rd month but slowdown expected

Associated Press2020-08-14 12:41:48

Author: CHRISTOPHER RUGABER and ANNE D'INNOCENZIO
WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans increased their spending at retail stores and restaurants in July for a third straight month, but some evidence suggests that sales are weakening with the expiration of... ...Read full article

Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations

The Washington Post2020-08-14 12:24:55

Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations Author:
Capping their first week as a ticket, Biden and Harris will appear together to sign official documents related to accepting the party’s nomination at next week’s Democratic National Convention. Tonight, President Trump is scheduled to speak to the City of New… ...Read full article

Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations

The Washington Post2020-08-14 12:24:55

Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations Author:
Capping their first week as a ticket, Biden and Harris will appear together to sign official documents related to accepting the party’s nomination at next week’s Democratic National Convention. Tonight, President Trump is scheduled to speak to the City of New… ...Read full article

Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations

The Washington Post2020-08-14 12:24:55

Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations Author:
Capping their first week as a ticket, Biden and Harris will appear together to sign official documents related to accepting the party’s nomination at next week’s Democratic National Convention. Tonight, President Trump is scheduled to speak to the City of New… ...Read full article

Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations

The Washington Post2020-08-14 12:24:55

Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations Author:
Capping their first week as a ticket, Biden and Harris will appear together to sign official documents related to accepting the party’s nomination at next week’s Democratic National Convention. Tonight, President Trump is scheduled to speak to the City of New… ...Read full article

Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations

The Washington Post2020-08-14 12:24:55

Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations Author:
Capping their first week as a ticket, Biden and Harris will appear together to sign official documents related to accepting the party’s nomination at next week’s Democratic National Convention. Tonight, President Trump is scheduled to speak to the City of New… ...Read full article

Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations

The Washington Post2020-08-14 12:24:55

Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations Author:
Capping their first week as a ticket, Biden and Harris will appear together to sign official documents related to accepting the party’s nomination at next week’s Democratic National Convention. Tonight, President Trump is scheduled to speak to the City of New… ...Read full article

Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations

The Washington Post2020-08-14 12:24:55

Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations Author:
Capping their first week as a ticket, Biden and Harris will appear together to sign official documents related to accepting the party’s nomination at next week’s Democratic National Convention. Tonight, President Trump is scheduled to speak to the City of New… ...Read full article

Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations

The Washington Post2020-08-14 12:24:55

Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations Author:
Capping their first week as a ticket, Biden and Harris will appear together to sign official documents related to accepting the party’s nomination at next week’s Democratic National Convention. Tonight, President Trump is scheduled to speak to the City of New… ...Read full article

Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations

The Washington Post2020-08-14 12:24:55

Election 2020 live updates: Biden, Harris to sign official documents to certify their nominations Author:
Capping their first week as a ticket, Biden and Harris will appear together to sign official documents related to accepting the party’s nomination at next week’s Democratic National Convention. Tonight, President Trump is scheduled to speak to the City of New… ...Read full article

Obama slams Trump on U.S. Postal Service, says GOP is 'scared' of people voting

The Washington Times2020-08-14 12:01:32

Obama slams Trump on U.S. Postal Service, says GOP is 'scared' of people voting Author: David Sherfinski
In a new interview, former President Barack Obama slammed President Trump and Republicans on recent issues with the U.S. Postal Service, saying Mr. Trump is trying to "kneecap" the post office to boost his re-election chances. ...Read full article

WOMEN OF THE CENTURY

USA Today2020-08-14 11:20:32+00:00

WOMEN OF THE CENTURY Author:
USA Today's Women of the Century project features interviews with trailblazing women, augmented reality experiences and more. ...Read full article

Trump trolls Biden with DNC counter-programming in WI, PA, MN, AZ

The Washington Times2020-08-14 10:59:39

Trump trolls Biden with DNC counter-programming in WI, PA, MN, AZ Author: David Sherfinski
President Trump's campaign on Friday said Mr. Trump plans to head to Wisconsin on Monday -- the first day of the mostly virtual Democratic National Convention. ...Read full article

Trump illegally installed top DHS officials: Government watchdog

The Washington Times2020-08-14 10:48:00

Trump illegally installed top DHS officials: Government watchdog Author: Stephen Dinan
The top two officials at Homeland Security were illegally moved into those jobs, the government's top watchdog said Friday, casting a legal cloud over every move the two men have made in the months since they took office. ...Read full article

Women of the Century didn’t succeed despite adversity, but often because of it

USA Today2020-08-14 10:37:03+00:00

Women of the Century didn’t succeed despite adversity, but often because of it Author:
The lessons of the women who brought us this far show that from the darkest moments, we find our greatest resolve. Who will be forged by this fire? ...Read full article

Suburbs Can Woo City People By Being More City-Like

Bloomberg2020-08-14 10:30:00+00:00

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Fortnite sues Google as ban battle intensifies

BBC News2020-08-14 10:14:56

Fortnite sues Google as ban battle intensifies Author: BBC News
Apple and Google removed the hit game from their app stores after it bypassed their payment systems. ...Read full article

Why the Strongman of Belarus Is Fighting for Survival

Bloomberg2020-08-14 10:14:00+00:00

Why the Strongman of Belarus Is Fighting for Survival Author: Anthony Halpin
President Alexander Lukashenko faced the biggest threat to his 26-year rule in Belarus as riot police suppressed street protests in the wake of the Aug. 9 election, which critics denounced as rigged. His bid for a sixth consecutive term seemed a formality unt… ...Read full article

Opinion: It's time for Democrats to go big

CNN2020-08-14 10:06:43

Opinion: It's time for Democrats to go big Author:
As delegates prepare for their convention, CNN Opinion asked 10 contributors from across the Democratic spectrum to weigh in on their visions for the future of the party. ...Read full article

The Memo: Trump attacks on Harris risk backfiring | TheHill

The Hill2020-08-14 10:00:42

The Memo: Trump attacks on Harris risk backfiring | TheHill Author: Niall Stanage
President Trump has already begun blasting Sen. Kamala Harris (D-... ...Read full article

Markets rise as economy struggles; 'It does not make sense' | TheHill

The Hill2020-08-14 10:00:41

Markets rise as economy struggles; 'It does not make sense' | TheHill Author: Niv Elis
The expression “stock markets are not the economy” may have never been truer.The S&P 5... ...Read full article

Nigeria Jobless Rate Climbs to Highest in at Least a Decade

Bloomberg2020-08-14 08:04:00+00:00

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U.S. Faces Bumpy Antitrust Road Despite Big Tech’s Emails, Memos

Bloomberg2020-08-14 08:00:00+00:00

U.S. Faces Bumpy Antitrust Road Despite Big Tech’s Emails, Memos Author: David McLaughlin, Ben Brody, Naomi Nix
Monopoly cases won’t be a slam dunk, even with sloppy emails. ...Read full article

Ship Owner Linked to Troubled Oil Trader Is Under Judicial Management, Business Times Reports

Bloomberg2020-08-14 06:02:00+00:00

Ship Owner Linked to Troubled Oil Trader Is Under Judicial Management, Business Times Reports Author: Alfred Cang
Xihe Holdings (Pte) Ltd., a ship owner linked to troubled Singapore oil trader Hin Leong and its founder’s family, has been placed under interim judicial management, The Business Times reported Friday. ...Read full article

Palestinians say UAE deal hinders quest for Mideast peace

Associated Press2020-08-14 05:49:01

Author: JOSEPH KRAUSS
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel's agreement to establish diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates marks a watershed moment in its relations with Arab countries, but the Palestinians say it puts a... ...Read full article

Fact Check: Yes, Kamala Harris Is Eligible to Serve as VP, President

Bloomberg2020-08-14 05:06:00+00:00

Fact Check: Yes, Kamala Harris Is Eligible to Serve as VP, President Author:
“Full stop, end of story, period, exclamation point.” ...Read full article

Trump gives credence to false, racist Harris conspiracy

Associated Press2020-08-14 04:25:08

Author: AAMER MADHANI, SARA BURNETT, AMANDA SEITZ and JILL COLVIN
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Thursday gave credence to a false and racist conspiracy theory about Kamala Harris’ eligibility to be vice president, fueling an online misinformation... ...Read full article

Coronavirus update: Latest news from around the world

CNN2020-08-14 04:08:40

Coronavirus update: Latest news from around the world Author: By Helen Regan, Brad Lendon, Melissa Macaya, Zamira Rahim and Laura Smith-Spark, CNN
The coronavirus pandemic has brought countries to a standstill. In many places, as countries reopen, Covid-19 cases are on the rise. Follow here for the latest. ...Read full article

UK adds France, Netherlands to quarantine list: Coronavirus live

Al Jazeera English2020-08-14 00:56:00

UK adds France, Netherlands to quarantine list: Coronavirus live Author: Zaheena Rasheed
UK says it will impose a 14-day quarantine for all arrivals from France and the Netherlands over rising COVID-19 cases. ...Read full article

"We walked into a dangerous situation"

BBC News2020-08-13 23:13:04

Author: BBC News
A photo of the crowded school hallway went viral, and since then nine people have tested positive. ...Read full article

U.S. Stocks Edge Lower; Treasury Yields Decline: Markets Wrap

Bloomberg2020-08-13 22:25:00+00:00

U.S. Stocks Edge Lower; Treasury Yields Decline: Markets Wrap Author: Vildana Hajric, Claire Ballentine
U.S. stocks pushed lower in the final hour of trading as investors digested reports showing the economic recovery slowed. Treasury debt yields fell for the time this week. ...Read full article

Illinois Cases Jump; N.J. Contact-Tracing Struggle: Virus Update

Bloomberg2020-08-13 22:09:00+00:00

Illinois Cases Jump; N.J. Contact-Tracing Struggle: Virus Update Author:
California became the first U.S. state to top 600,000 confirmed infections. Illinois reported the most cases since May and Florida recorded more than 200 deaths for the third time in four days. New Jersey’s governor said the state is meeting public resistance… ...Read full article

Gun control a sleeper issue compared to past elections

The Washington Times2020-08-13 22:00:13

Gun control a sleeper issue compared to past elections Author: David Sherfinski
Joseph R. Biden's full-throated embrace of tough new gun laws and firearms bans brings Democrats full circle in the party's two-decade evolution on guns in presidential campaign politics. ...Read full article

Kamala Harris had 'zero effect' as senator

The Washington Times2020-08-13 19:24:52

Kamala Harris had 'zero effect' as senator Author: Stephen Dinan
Democrats celebrating Sen. Kamala Harris's pick as their party's vice presidential nominee cited her groundbreaking ancestry, her personal story and her work as a district attorney and later California attorney general. But few found much to say about her cur… ...Read full article

Deadline: White House on MSNBC with Nicolle Wallace

MSNBC2020-08-10 20:39:39

Deadline: White House on MSNBC with Nicolle Wallace Author: MSNBC
Watch Deadline White House today at MSNBC. Nicole Wallace covers white house news, briefings and lockdowns. Hear the latest white house breaking news. ...Read full article

INSIDE The Amway Coaches Poll - Urban Meyer joins the show, plus a breakdown of the Preseason Amway Coaches Poll - INSIDE The Amway Coaches Poll - Omny.fm

USA Today2020-08-06 18:42:16+00:00

INSIDE The Amway Coaches Poll - Urban Meyer joins the show, plus a breakdown of the Preseason Amway Coaches Poll - INSIDE The Amway Coaches Poll - Omny.fm Author:
Inside The Amway Coaches Poll - Urban Meyer joins the show, plus a breakdown of the Preseason Amway Coaches Poll ...Read full article

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