Tuesday, June 30, 2015

Hillary Clinton Emails: Domestic Politics, Image

Wall Street JournalHillary Clinton Emails: Domestic Politics, Image-TendingWall Street JournalWASHINGTON—While serving as secretary of state, Hillary Clinton was keenly attentive to domestic political issues—following the gay-rights debate, staying in touch with Democratic allies and keeping tabs on her public image—a batch of emails ...Clinton emails show old friend advising on foreign policyReutersA glimpse at Hillary Clinton's e-mails, from celebrities to politiciansWashington PostMore of Hillary Clinton's emails say little about State Department tenureLos Angeles TimesThe Hindu -CNNall 567 news articles »

A historic black church burns near Charleston, the seventh in a spate of fires

Fox NewsA historic black church burns near Charleston, the seventh in a spate of firesWashington PostFour hours flames ravaged a historic black church just north of Charleston, S.C., Tuesday evening as fire crews from two counties battled to get the blaze under control. “It's gone,” local state senator Cezar McKnight told the Charleston Post and ...Another Black Church Burns in the South, the Eighth in 10 DaysTIMEAnother Historically Black Church in South Carolina BurnsNBCNews.comAnother black church in South Carolina burns; cause unknownChron.comNew York Times -Reuters -ABC Newsall 127 news articles »

Girl Scouts Camp Out on the White House Lawn

ABC NewsGirl Scouts Camp Out on the White House LawnABC NewsGirl Scouts do all sorts of outdoor activities, but only a few will be able to say they rock climbed on the White House lawn, sang campfire songs with the president and First Lady and stargazed with NASA astronauts. Some 50 lucky fourth graders got ...Obama to Girl Scouts: 'What are you guys doing in my yard?'Washington Post (blog)Michelle Obama hosts Girl Scout campout on White House lawnDaily MailUS Girl Scouts get night under the stars at White HouseThe Sun DailyBaltimore Sun -NBCNews.com -NEWS.com.auall 98 news articles »

FIFA Women's World Cup: US beats Germany, 2

ABC NewsFIFA Women's World Cup: US beats Germany, 2-0, to advance to finalWashington PostMONTREAL — During its rough start to this World Cup, the U.S. women's national soccer team promised that brighter days were ahead, that the sputtering attack and grinding style would give away to the beauty and prosperity that has defined the program ...US heads to World Cup final with 2-0 win over GermanyFox NewsThe US roars into World Cup final with fierce win over GermanyUSA TODAYUS vs. Germany: Women's World Cup Live BlogWall Street Journal (blog)New York Times -CBS News -NPRall 900 news articles »

Misty Copeland Is Promoted to Principal Dancer at American Ballet Theater

New York TimesMisty Copeland Is Promoted to Principal Dancer at American Ballet TheaterNew York TimesMisty Copeland was fast becoming the most famous ballerina in the United States — making the cover of Time magazine, being profiled by “60 Minutes,” becoming a social media sensation and dancing ballet's biggest roles on some of its grandest stages.​Misty Copeland, a tour de force, breaks ballet barrierCBS NewsAmerican Ballet Theatre promotes Misty Copeland to principal dancer, making ...New York Daily NewsMisty Copeland Is American Ballet Theatre's First Black Female Principal DancerABC NewsCNN -Chron.com -Hollywood Reporterall 299 news articles »

Payment failure pitches IMF into uncharted territory

The IndependentPayment failure pitches IMF into uncharted territoryFinancial TimesUnder IMF rules Greece's failure to make a required €1.6bn payment by the close of business in Washington on Tuesday will have immediate repercussions: Athens will no longer be able to access IMF financing until it clears the debt. It also sets off a ...Greece crisis: one of the biggest economic policy disastersIpswich Advertiserall 49 news articles »

US and Cuba to announce embassy openings

Fox News LatinoUS and Cuba to announce embassy openingsCNNWashington (CNN) The United States and Cuba on Wednesday plan to officially seal the renewal of diplomatic ties begun last year, announcing the reopening of embassies in Washington and Havana for the first time in more than half-a-century, two senior ...US, Cuba to announce embassy openingsUSA TODAYUS-Cuba deal to restore ties to be unveiled on WednesdayReutersUS, Cuba to Announce Deal to Open Foreign EmbassiesNBCNews.comLos Angeles Times -ABC News -Washington Postall 100 news articles »

Obama: Iran's path to nuclear weapon must be cut off or there won't be a deal

CBC.caObama: Iran's path to nuclear weapon must be cut off or there won't be a dealReutersWASHINGTON, June 30 U.S. President Barack Obama said on Tuesday that if negotiators are not confident that all pathways to Iran obtaining a nuclear weapon are closed at the end of current talks, there would be no deal. "Ultimately this is going to be ...Obama: I will walk away from Iran talks if its a bad dealYnetnewsIran nuclear talks: Major powers agree to extend deadline for historic deal to ...ABC OnlineIran, Greece, Climate Change Dominate US-Brazil MeetingWall Street JournalFirstpost -Washington Post (blog) -Boston Heraldall 4,080 news articles »

Export

PoliticoExport-Import Bank set for midnight expiration, conservatives cheer demiseFox NewsConservatives cheered the demise of the federal Export-Import Bank Tuesday and vowed to beat back efforts to revive it, even as business leaders issued dire warnings that letting the agency expire at midnight would hurt U.S. competitiveness globally.US Export-Import Bank Expires as Political Fight ContinuesVoice of AmericaCongress Leaves For Recess Without Reauthorizing Export-Import BankNPRUS Export-Import Bank set for midnight expirationNew Zealand HeraldAL.com -The Seattle Timesall 237 news articles »

Mexico Drops Out of Donald Trump's Miss Universe Pageant

NBCNews.comMexico Drops Out of Donald Trump's Miss Universe PageantNBCNews.comFallout from Donald Trump's remarks about immigrants from Mexico continued Tuesday as a TV company backed by Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim said it was scrapping a project in development with the outspoken mogul — and Mexico announced it won't ...Cheryl Burke dumps Trump, tooUSA TODAYMiss USA co-host Cheryl Burke drops out of pageant over Donald Trump's anti ...New York Daily NewsCheryl Burke becomes 3rd Miss USA co-host to drop outChron.comCNNMoney -CNBCall 2,646 news articles »

12 prison staffers suspended after convicted killers escape

New York Post12 prison staffers suspended after convicted killers escapeNew York PostStaffers at the Clinton Correctional Facility are in hot water after David Sweat (left) and Richard Matt's escape. Photo: AP. FOLLOW THE STORY. 12 prison staffers suspended after convicted killers escape · Escaped killer tells all, throws Shaw-skank ...and more »

New York prison superintendent, 11 others on leave after inmates' escape

ReutersNew York prison superintendent, 11 others on leave after inmates' escapeReutersPLATTSBURGH, N.Y. The superintendent and 11 other workers have been put on leave at Clinton Correctional Facility after a pair of inmates escaped early this month, setting off a three-week-long manhunt, family members and New York state officials said ...and more »

Prison chief, 11 others placed on leave after escape

USA TODAYPrison chief, 11 others placed on leave after escapeUSA TODAYThe superintendent and 11 other officials at a northern New York prison have been placed on administrative leave, fallout from the escape this month of two killers. Steven Racette, the superintendent at Clinton Correctional Facility in Dannemora, two ...Convict Conducted Dry Run of Breakout the Night Before EscapingNew York Timesall 1,766 news articles »

How much does Jeb Bush earn? Income tax disclosures to shed light

Christian Science MonitorHow much does Jeb Bush earn? Income tax disclosures to shed lightChristian Science MonitorRepublican presidential candidate Jeb Bush will release more than three decades of personal tax returns on his website this afternoon, according to his campaign. The disclosure of 33 years of tax returns will set a new record for transparency – former ...Jeb Bush releasing 33 years of tax records in show of transparencyReutersGOP's Jeb Bush to Release 33 Years of Personal Tax ReturnsABC NewsJeb Bush To Release 33 Years Of Tax ReturnsNPRall 290 news articles »

New York Prison Break: Twelve Employees Placed on Leave After Escape

NBCNews.comNew York Prison Break: Twelve Employees Placed on Leave After EscapeNBCNews.comA host of correctional officers and prison executives — including the superintendent — have been placed on leave from Clinton Correctional facility following the escape of two convicted murderers, authorities said Tuesday. The New York State ...Prison chief, 11 others placed on leave after escapeUSA TODAYNew York prison officials put on leave amid review into inmates' escapeLos Angeles TimesSource: Prison chief, 11 others put on leave after escapesWashington PostNew York Times -CBS News -Channel3000.com - WISC-TV3all 395 news articles »

MarketsEuropean markets positive on Greek deal hopes

CNBCMarketsEuropean markets positive on Greek deal hopesFinancial TimesSeveral major stock market indices in Europe have turned positive again as investors are growing hopeful of an eleventh hour deal between Greece and its creditors, writes Nathalie Thomas. Peripheral bond yields have also fallen following reports in ...Morning MoneyBeat: Volatility Ramps Up Amid Greek Debt DramaWall Street Journal (blog)The real reason Greek PM Alexis Tsipras wants a referendum on debt dealReuters Blogs (blog)Rising "Grexit" risk is beating down stocksCBS NewsBBC News -The Guardian -Irish Independentall 4 news articles »

Indonesian Military Plane Crashes in Residential Area

ABC NewsIndonesian Military Plane Crashes in Residential AreaABC NewsAn Indonesian Air Force C-130 Hercules with 12 people on board crashed Tuesday into a residential area in Medan, the country's third largest city, authorities said. There was no immediate word on casualties. Heavy smoke and fire could be seen in the ...At least 5 dead after military plane crashes in Indonesian cityCNNIndonesia says air force transport plane crashes in Medan neighborhood, at ...Fox NewsHospital official in Indonesia's city of Medan says 5 bodies recovered from ...Washington PostReuters -ABC Online -Bloombergall 151 news articles »

Chris Christie's political ascent

Washington TimesChris Christie's political ascentFinancial TimesSeptember 2001 — Chris Christie is appointed a US Attorney by President George W Bush. The move is criticised as Christie has no previous criminal law experience but did help raise $350,000 for Bush's 2000 election campaign. He is effective in office ...Chris Christie, a faded Republican star, expected to launch presidential ...Washington Post (blog)Republican Christie to launch 2016 bid with promise of straight talkReutersChristie back at high school to announce 2016 runSalonReuters Blogs (blog) -Telegraph.co.ukall 465 news articles »

Monday, June 29, 2015

Man sets himself alight on Japan bullet train, second passenger dies: media

ReutersMan sets himself alight on Japan bullet train, second passenger dies: mediaReutersTOKYO Two passengers on a Japanese Shinkansen bullet train died after one doused himself in oil and set himself ablaze on Tuesday, media reports said. The train, carrying about 1,000 passengers, made an emergency stop on its way from Tokyo to the ...Passenger Sets Self on Fire on Japan's Bullet TrainNew York TimesFire on bullet train in Japan caused by apparent suicide attempt, officials sayCNNJapanese government says passenger on bullet train sets self on fire; 2 ...Washington PostTelegraph.co.uk -The Guardian -Irish Timesall 95 news articles »

Obama plans to extend overtime to more salaried workers

ReutersObama plans to extend overtime to more salaried workersWashington PostPresident Obama said Monday that he wants to require overtime pay for salaried workers who make up to $50,400 a year, a proposal that the White House estimates will cover nearly 5 million workers. The changes would go into effect in 2016 and would ...Obama Making Millions More Americans Eligible for OvertimeNew York TimesObama to push OT protection for 5 million unprotected workersChristian Science MonitorLabor Department Expected to Make Millions More Eligible for OvertimeWall Street JournalFinancial Times -NPR -Philly.comall 110 news articles »

Some Ky. clerks defy same

USA TODAYSome Ky. clerks defy same-sex rulingUSA TODAYLOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Defying the Supreme Court and Gov. Steve Beshear's orders, clerks in at least five Kentucky counties are refusing to issue marriage licenses to any couples to avoid having to grant them to gay and lesbian partners. But their defiance ...Civilities: Jim Obergefell on what's next for him and the LGBT communityWashington PostGov Jindal says Louisiana will comply with Supreme Court same-sex marriage ...Fox NewsSame-sex marriage: Kentucky court clerks refuse to issue licensesSan Jose Mercury NewsNOLA.com -NMPolitics.netall 3 news articles »

David Cameron Vows a 'Full' Response to Tunisia Attack

New York TimesDavid Cameron Vows a 'Full' Response to Tunisia AttackNew York TimesLONDON — Shocked by the deadliest terrorist attack on Britons in a decade, Prime Minister David Cameron promised a “full spectrum” response on Monday to the assault, which killed 39 tourists at a resort in Sousse, Tunisia, on Friday. At least 18 of ...Quick succession of terrorist attacks has officials worriedCNNObama Speaks to Cameron, Tunisian Leader in Attack AftermathABC NewsTunisian beach hotel attack: Obama offers US helpCBC.caTelegraph.co.uk -BBC News -Irish Timesall 6,591 news articles »

President Signs Bipartisan Trade Legislation

NBCNews.comPresident Signs Bipartisan Trade LegislationNBCNews.comPresident Barack Obama signed several trade bills into law on Monday which give him greater authority to negotiate a hotly debated multinational trade deal. The measures are also some of the most important bipartisan pieces of legislation to land on ...UPDATE 1-Obama signs trade bills into law, says tough battle still aheadReutersObama's roller coaster weekCBS NewsObama Signs Trade, Worker Assistance Bills Into LawABC NewsWashington Post (blog) -New York Times -USA TODAYall 146 news articles »

Supreme Court Allows Texas Abortion Clinics to Remain Open

USA TODAYSupreme Court Allows Texas Abortion Clinics to Remain OpenNew York TimesWASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Monday allowed nine Texas abortion clinics to remain open while the justices consider whether to hear an appeal from a decision effectively ordering them to close. The vote was 5 to 4, with Chief Justice John G.Supreme Court temporarily blocks Texas abortion restrictionsWall Street JournalSupreme Court blocks enforcement of Texas anti-abortion lawUSA TODAYSupreme Court blocks Texas from enforcing some abortion-clinic restrictions.Washington PostNBCNews.com -Reuters -Bloombergall 32 news articles »

Supreme Court strikes blow against gerrymandering

USA TODAYSupreme Court strikes blow against gerrymanderingUSA TODAYWASHINGTON — The Supreme Court ruled Monday that states can try to remove partisan politics from the process of drawing political maps. The decision was a victory for the proponents of independent commissions and a blow for state lawmakers who did ...US Supreme Court upholds Arizona's right to independent redistricting commissionFox News LatinoUS Supreme Court upholds Arizona redistricting commissionReutersSupreme Court rules on Arizona redistricting commission: Why it matters for ...Los Angeles TimesABC News -San Jose Mercury Newsall 220 news articles »