Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren released the results of a DNA test that indicates she is part Native American, a detail behind a long-running feud between she and President Donald Trump. Her assertion of Native American heritage, as told to her by her mother, was an issue in her 2012 senatorial campaign and has been intensified by Trump, who has mockingly referred to her as "Pocahontas." White House press secretary Sarah Sanders suggested Warren used the Native American connection when … [Read more...]
Saudi Arabia minister offers to continue to serve as oil cushion, calming markets
Saudi Arabia has enough spare capacity to cover potential disruptions and will continue to use it, the country's Energy minister Khalid Al-Falih said Monday during an industry event in India amid market concern about the consequences of any potential U.S. sanction. At the same time, Saudi Arabia has expressed "its total rejection of any threats" following U.S. President Donald Trump's comments that the kingdom could face severe punishment if there is any proof that the Saudi government was … [Read more...]
Harvard’s admissions policies to be tested in court
A high-profile test of affirmative action policy will begin on Monday in a federal courtroom in Boston as Harvard University defends its use of race in its admissions policy. The school puts a priority on diversity in its student enrollment, but the nonprofit organization Students for Fair Admissions filed a lawsuit contending that a cap on the number of Asian-Americans admitted is discriminatory. The case is being closely observed by opponents of affirmative action, and its result could … [Read more...]
2 Mississippi police officers killed; suspect in custody
A suspect is in custody after two police officers were killed Saturday in a shootout in Mississippi. The fatal shootings occurred after officers responded to a call around 5 a.m. of shots fired in a residential area in Brookhaven. The victims have been identified as James White, 35, and Zack Moak, 31. White arrived on the scene first, followed by Moak shortly after, and they exchanged gunfire with the suspect, the Brookhaven Daily Leader reported. The officers were pronounced dead … [Read more...]
‘Brain-eating amoeba’ at Texas water park kills New Jersey man
A "brain-eating amoeba" infection is the suspected cause of death for a 29-year-old New Jersey man who died after visiting a Texas water park, according to his family. Fabrizio Stabile, 29 died just one day after he was diagnosed with Naegleria fowleri, according to a GoFundMe page created by his family. "Fabrizio's cerebrospinal fluid tested positive for the amoeba, Naegleria fowleri, which caused a rare infection that has only been diagnosed 143 times in the United States in the last 55 … [Read more...]
U.S., Canada reach deal to replace NAFTA
The United States and Canada reached a deal Sunday night to replace the North American Free Trade Agreement, officials from both countries said. The deal, which was reached before a midnight deadline set by President Donald Trump, will include an earlier deal reached between the United States and Mexico and be called the "United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement," U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer and Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland said in a joint … [Read more...]
Dallas police fire officer charged with fatally shooting man in his apartment
Amber Guyger, the police officer charged with manslaughter in the shooting of a man inside his Dallas apartment, has been fired from the department, according to a statement Dallas Police Chief Ulysha Renee Hall. Guyger was fired during a hearing Monday, Hall said. Jean's mother, Allison, learned of Guyger's termination during a Sunday evening conference call with Hall, family attorney S. Lee Merritt said Monday. "She also offered an explanation of why it took so long, explaining that she … [Read more...]
Tiger Woods caps comeback by winning Tour Championship
The coronation could finally occur as Tiger Woods made his way to the 18th green Sunday, a remarkable scene as thousands of spectators engulfed him on his walk to victory while chanting and cheering his name as he was about to put the finishing touches on his 80th PGA Tour win. The final round at East Lake was not easy, but it paled in comparison to the treacherous comeback Woods endured in recent years as he tried to recover from multiple back surgeries. That beaming Woods smile and arms … [Read more...]
Squeezing pimples could make acne worse
It may be tempting to squeeze a large pimple, but doing so could make the zit worse, skin doctors say. Up to 50 million Americans struggle with various forms of acne, particularly red, swollen, painful bumps that develop deep in the skin, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. There are better, more effective ways to manage acne, said board-certified dermatologist Dr. Meghan Feely. "Although there are no overnight or immediate cures for acne, you don't have to stand by and … [Read more...]
Kavanaugh says he won’t be ‘intimidated into withdrawing’
Brett Kavanaugh sent a letter to Senate leaders Monday saying he will not withdraw his nomination to the Supreme Court and denying a new sexual misconduct allegation. He sent the letter to Sens. Charles Grassley, R-Iowa, and Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., the two top members of the judiciary committee. "As I told the committee during my hearing, a federal judge must be independent, not swayed by public or political pressure," he wrote. "That is the kind of judge I will always be. "I will … [Read more...]
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