Tuesday, January 20, 2015

In the news, Thursday, January 8, 2015


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from The Blaze (& Glenn Beck)

Boehner throws cold water on a gas tax hike
House Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) made it clear Thursday that the Republican House has little chance of passing any increase in the gas tax, an idea being raised by Republicans and Democrats in the Senate.

from Breitbart
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from Christian News Network
[Information from this site may not be reliable.]

Report: Global Persecution of Christians Reached Historic Levels in 2014

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from CNSNews.com (& MRC & NewsBusters)
from The Daily Caller
from Forum for Middle East Understanding
(FFMU) (Shoebat.com)  [Information from this site may be unreliable.]

Obama’s Own Words Create The Profile Of A Stealth Muslim Infiltrator Of The Presidency

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from The Heritage Foundation

This Man Is Now Third in Line for Presidential Succession
Sen. Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, is president pro tempore.

Here Are the Translated Charlie Hebdo Covers

‘Take the War to the Enemy,’ Foreign Policy Expert Urges After Paris Terror Attack

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from History

6 Myths About the Battle of New Orleans
On the bicentennial of the Battle of New Orleans, learn the truth behind six common misconceptions about one of the most famous showdowns of the War of 1812.

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from Huffington Post
[Information from this site may be unreliable.]

Paul Ryan Needs A Reality Check On Obamacare

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from NBC News (& affiliates)
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from ScienceDaily

Scientists illuminate mysterious molecular mechanism powering cells in most forms of life
Scientists have taken a big step toward understanding the intricate molecular mechanism of a metabolic enzyme produced in most forms of life on Earth. The finding concerns nicotinamide nucleotide transhydrogenase (TH), an ancient evolutionary enzyme found throughout the animal kingdom as well as in plants and many simpler species. The enzyme is part of a process key to maintaining healthy cells and has also recently been linked to diseases such as diabetes and cancer.

Newly discovered antibiotic kills pathogens without resistance
For years, pathogens' resis­tance to antibi­otics has put them one step ahead of researchers, which is causing a public health crisis. But now scientists have discovered a new antibi­otic that elim­i­nates pathogens without encoun­tering any detectable resistance -- a finding that chal­lenges long-held sci­en­tific beliefs and holds great promise for treating chronic infec­tions like tuber­cu­losis and those caused by MRSA.

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from The Spokesman-Review

Publisher to issue revised edition of Ben Carson Book
Dr. Ben Carson’s publisher will be revising future editions of his book “America the Beautiful” in response to allegations that the conservative activist failed to properly credit source material.

‘I am Charlie’ rallies back free speech
From Berlin to Bangkok, tens of thousands took a stand against living in fear, as rallies defended the freedom of expression and honored the victims of a Paris newspaper attack.

Two brothers sought after attack on French satire magazine
Police hunted today for two heavily armed men, one with possible links to al-Qaida, in the methodical killing of 12 people at a satirical magazine that caricatured the Prophet Muhammed. France began a day of national mourning for what its president called “an act of exceptional barbarism.”

Slide closes Highway 97 along Lake Coeur d’Alene

Spokane teen pleads guilty in 88-year-old veteran’s murder
Appearing stoic and answering a judge’s questions with a monotone “Yes, sir,” young Kenan Adams-Kinard pleaded guilty Wednesday to murdering World War II veteran Delbert “Shorty” Belton.

Toddler alone in cold car on South Hill for five hours
A shivering, barefoot toddler left alone in a car for more than five hours in near-freezing temperatures on the South Hill may be alive today thanks to the actions of a gas station clerk and Spokane police officers.

USGS records 11 small earthquakes in Dallas area
A cluster of small earthquakes rattled a Dallas suburb for a second day Wednesday as experts turned to seismic data to help determine why.

Ethics officials: Christie’s Cowboy’s tickets are an ethics error
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie should not have accepted tickets and airfare to a Dallas Cowboys playoff game from the team’s owner, even if he considers him a personal friend, former members of the State Ethics Commission said Wednesday.

In brief: Obama makes mortgages more affordable for new buyers
Obama lowered the mortgage-insurance premium for borrowers who have a down payment of just 3.5 percent of the home’s purchase price and finance the rest of the purchase with a loan backed by the Federal Housing Administration.
Two killed in 18-vehicle pileup
An 18-vehicle pileup in whiteout conditions Wednesday afternoon killed two people in western Pennsylvania and left dozens injured, authorities said.
Snake found in office building toilet
Officials in San Diego are trying to sort out how a 5 1/2-foot snake wound up in a toilet at an office building.

Uninsured rate reaches new low
Sign-ups under President Barack Obama’s health care law grew slowly but steadily over the New Year’s holiday, as the share of Americans lacking coverage hit its lowest level in years.

Social Security debate looms
House Republicans want Congress to address the troubled finances of Social Security’s disability program, setting the stage for a contentious debate that could affect 11 million people in the middle of the next presidential campaign.

In brief: Korean former airline employee charged in investigation
South Korean prosecutors on Wednesday charged the former Korean Air Lines executive who achieved worldwide notoriety by kicking a crew member off a flight with violating aviation security law and hindering a government investigation.
Sri Lankans cast ballots in presidential race
Voters went to the polls today in Sri Lanka, where President Mahinda Rajapaksa faces a fierce political battle after a onetime ally suddenly defected from the ruling party to run against him.
Experts trying to recover black boxes from AirAsia jet
The tail section of the AirAsia passenger jet that crashed late last month is upside down and partially buried in the sea floor, and experts are trying to figure out how to remove the plane’s black boxes from it, an Indonesian official said.

Farm interests push to lift Cuba embargo
Farm state lawmakers and agricultural groups are ramping up efforts to lift the trade embargo against Cuba in the wake of President Barack Obama’s decision to normalize diplomatic ties with Havana.

North Korea link to Sony cyberattack is clear, FBI director says
The FBI director revealed new details Wednesday about the stunning cyberattack against Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc., part of the Obama administration’s effort to challenge persistent skepticism about whether North Korea’s government was responsible for the brazen hacking.

Work progresses on city’s new service center
A year from now, most of the city of Spokane’s fleet of trucks, cars and three-wheeled parking meter vehicles will be housed in one new building on the edge of town near the old Centennial Mills-ADM railway millworks.

Men sue Washington state for prison time compensation
Three men who spent more than four years behind bars based chiefly on a recanted confession will try to persuade a Spokane jury to compensate them for more than $680,000.

In brief: Death penalty sought in Post Falls double murder case
Prosecuting Attorney Barry McHugh has filed a notice of intent to seek the death penalty for Angel Albertico Morales-Larranaga, 26. Morales-Larranaga, an immigrant from Mexico who’s living in the country illegally, is being held in the Kootenai County Jail on $2 million bond. He is accused of first-degree murder in the July 8 strangulation deaths of Facunda Velenzuelaleon, 24, and Dayana M. Valencia, 6, inside a Post Falls apartment.
Man suspected in CdA, Valley robberies
Brian James Lindsey, 26, was arrested Sunday by Coeur d’Alene police after he allegedly robbed Walgreens at 335 W. Appleway Ave. On Tuesday, Coeur d’Alene police said in a news release that Lindsey is suspected of robbing pharmacies in Idaho, Washington, Montana and North Dakota.

Man sues city of Sandpoint, hospital after wife’s shooting
The husband of a woman fatally shot by Sandpoint police in North Idaho has filed a $2 million claim against the city and a hospital.

In brief: Court: State of Washington may sue florist who didn’t want to serve gays
A judge has decided the state of Washington has the authority to bring a consumer protection lawsuit against a florist who refused to provide flowers for a gay wedding.
Inslee nominates liquor board members
A retired state agency official and a county prosecutor are Gov. Jay Inslee’s picks to fill openings on the state Liquor Control Board.
SCC to host race, law enforcement forum
A forum examining law enforcement and race relations is set for Spokane Community College next week.
Report of gunman shuts down schools
Schools in the Shoreline district just north of Seattle were locked down for about two hours Wednesday after a school employee reported seeing a man carrying a rifle near a school.
State ferry passenger jumps into water
SEATTLE – The crew of a Washington state ferry rescued a man who jumped overboard Wednesday in the middle of Puget Sound.
Newborn Puget Sound orca a female
Scientists have determined the baby orca born into an imperiled Puget Sound pod is female.

Man found injured on side of road; family seeks information
Rick Johnson landed, unconscious and with broken bones, along Geiger Boulevard near exit 272 of Interstate 90 just before midnight. Now his family wants to find out what happened as Johnson recovers in a hospital. He was about a block away from the RV park where he lives when something struck him from behind.

FAA requires airlines to use data in accident prevention
New federal rules announced Wednesday will require airlines to collect and analyze safety data in an effort to spot troubling trends and help prevent accidents. The Federal Aviation Administration said the causes of 123 accidents between 2001 and 2010 could have been identified beforehand if airlines had safety management systems in place.

In brief: Federal judge blocks California’s ban on sale of foie gras
U.S. District Judge Stephen Wilson permanently blocked the state attorney general from enforcing the law that took effect in 2012, finding that the federal government’s authority to regulate foie gras and other poultry products supersedes the state law.
Teen clothier Wet Seal shuts down 338 stores
Struggling teen clothing retailer Wet Seal is closing 338 stores, about two-thirds of its stores, resulting in nearly 3,700 full- and part-time workers losing their jobs.
Falling oil dependency cuts U.S. trade deficit
The U.S. trade deficit fell in November to the lowest level in almost a year, thanks to the country’s swiftly shrinking thirst for foreign oil.
Dunkin’ Donuts to add 1,400 stores in China
Dunkin’ Donuts confirmed Wednesday that it struck a deal to open more than 1,400 locations in China over the next 20 years.
Tooth, plastic found in McDonald’s meals
TOKYO – McDonald’s Corp. officials in Japan have bowed deeply to apologize for a human tooth and plastic pieces found in the burger chain’s food.

Job report spurs Dow
Encouraging economic news and a rare rise in oil prices helped give the stock market its first gain in the new year Wednesday.

Minimum wage rises in 20 states
For the first time, a majority of states – 29 plus the District of Columbia – have minimum wages above the federal minimum, which is $7.25.

Cat apps make play pawticularly pleasant

Nigel Duara: French weekly invites controversy

Dana Milbank: Boehner wins speaker of the House despite GOP rebellion

Editorial: Idaho should heed changing tides on gay, transgender rights

Ask Dr. K: Easing pain of Morton’s neuroma

Company’s gift of a new roof keeps woman sheltered at Christmas time
Becky Sanchez could stand at the sink of her manufactured home on the North Side and feel water hitting her head. Her roof was leaking, and leaking badly. But Sanchez, 83, couldn’t afford the $5,000 or more it would take to replace her failing roof.

Judge sends Canterbury Bluff plat back to Spokane County planning
Judge James M. Triplet ruled last month that the proposed Canterbury Bluff plat at 17714 N. Hatch Road inadequately addresses wetland protections as required under state law and the county’s critical areas ordinance. The proposal is being sent back to the county planning department for revisions by the developer.

Pat Munts: Software tool helps plan garden

Randy Mann: Precipitation levels likely to be decent in 2015

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from USA Today
from The Western Center for Journalism
(Western Journalism)

Dish Loses 90,000 Subscribers After Removing Fox News, Fox Business

You May Have Seen Trey Gowdy’s Benghazi Probe Go Off The Rails If This Didn’t Just Happen

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from Yahoo News

Boehner Says It Hurts to Be Called ‘Spineless or a Squish’
House Speaker John Boehner said today that he found it painful to be described as "spineless or a squish," but said the worst comments about him was that he was "the establishment."

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