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from Americas Freedom Fighters
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from Breitbart
OBAMA EDUCATION SECRETARY PROPOSES ‘PUBLIC BOARDING SCHOOLS': ‘CERTAIN KIDS WE SHOULD HAVE 24/7′
Tuesday in Arlington, VA, at the Youth Violence Prevention Summit, Education Secretary Arne Duncan proposed government-run public boarding schools which would be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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from CNSNews.com (& MRC & NewsBusters)
from Daily Kos
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Rick Scott and fellow Florida Republicans shoot selves in foot
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Rick Scott and fellow Florida Republicans shoot selves in foot
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from Examiner.com
[Information from this site may not be vetted.]
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from The Guardian (UK)
US taxpayers subsidising world's biggest fossil fuel companies
Shell, ExxonMobil and Marathon Petroleum got subsidises granted by politicians who received significant campaign contributions from the fossil fuel industry, Guardian investigation reveals
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from The Hill
Senate deals stinging defeat to Obama trade agenda
Senate Democrats on Tuesday delivered a stinging blow to President Obama’s trade agenda by voting to prevent the chamber from tackling fast-track legislation. A motion to cut off a filibuster and proceed to the trade bill fell short of the 60-vote hurdle, failing 52-45. Sen. Tom Carper (Del.) was the only Democrat to back it.
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from KIRO 7 Eyewitness News (CBS Seattle)
from MEDIAite
Limbaugh: Why Can’t I Talk About Race Without Liberals Calling Me Racist?
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from Money Talks News
7 Ways to Declutter You Probably Haven’t Tried
Tired of feeling weighed down by your possessions? Here are seven ways to declutter painlessly and effectively.
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from Mother Jones
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from NPR (& affiliates)
Jerry Garcia's Advice To Bill Kreutzmann: 'Don't Rush'
In his new memoir, Deal, drummer Bill Kreutzmann tells a story about the Grateful Dead's tour of Egypt. Instead of filling hookahs with "black, gooey tobacco," the band "filled the entire hookah with hash. No tobacco!" In the midst of Middle East trouble, the Grateful Dead's members were unwitting ambassadors of American culture.
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from Observer (New York)
Obama Hurls Insults at Liberals on Trade
President Obama’s performance in pushing for approval of fast track legislation of the Trans Pacific Partnership trade deal, in which he’s allied with Republicans and has spent the last week castigating and insulting liberal Democrats, has been one of the most bizarre and ill-advised performances of his presidency.
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President Obama’s performance in pushing for approval of fast track legislation of the Trans Pacific Partnership trade deal, in which he’s allied with Republicans and has spent the last week castigating and insulting liberal Democrats, has been one of the most bizarre and ill-advised performances of his presidency.
from The Spokesman-Review
Amtrak train derailment in Philadelphia kills 5 people
An Amtrak train headed to New York City derailed and tipped over in Philadelphia on Tuesday night, mangling the front of it, killing at least five people and injuring several more.
Idaho Sen. Crapo to run for 4th term
Idaho GOP Sen. Mike Crapo announced Tuesday that he’ll run for re-election in 2016, seeking a fourth six-year term in the Senate.
Idaho ranks low, Washington fairly high in ‘Status of Women’ report
Idaho ranked 50th and earned an “F” grade for women’s employment and earnings in a new report on the status of women in the states, while Washington ranked 17th and earned a B-minus.
US Marine helicopter missing in Nepal earthquake aid mission
A U.S. military helicopter carrying six Marines and two Nepalese Army soldiers went missing during a mission in Nepal delivering aid to earthquake victims, U.S. defense officials said Tuesday, but so far there have been no indications that the aircraft crashed.
New president for SCC selected
Ryan Carstens, vice president for academic affairs at New Mexico State University, will become the next president of Spokane Community College.
NFL suspends Brady 4 games for deflated footballs
The NFL suspended the Super Bowl MVP Monday for the first four games of the season, fined the New England Patriots $1 million and took away two draft picks as punishment for deflating footballs used in the AFC title game.
Shell gets OK again for arctic drilling
The Obama administration Monday conditionally agreed to allow Shell to resume exploring for oil in the Arctic Ocean, three years after safety and environmental violations marred the company’s offshore Arctic drilling program.
Five teen suicides have left ‘whole community hurting’
Five teen suicides this school year – including three in the past month – have jolted the community. It’s the highest number in the history of Spokane Public Schools, prompting parents, students and community members to ask what they can do to help.
Picasso painting sells for $179M
A vibrant, multi-hued painting from Pablo Picasso set a world record for artwork at auction, selling for $179.4 million on Monday night, and a sculpture by Alberto Giacometti set a record for most expensive sculpture, at $141.3 million.
Number of officers killed rises, still below average
The number of police officers “feloniously killed” in the line of duty jumped 89 percent last year compared with 2013, when a smaller-than-usual number died, the FBI announced. The agency, which released its preliminary statistics on officer deaths on Monday, found that 51 law enforcement officers were killed during the commission of a felony and in the line of duty. That is significantly more than the 27 officers who were feloniously killed in 2013, but still less than the annual average of 64 who died between 1980 and 2014.
Kerry to meet with Putin in Russia
Secretary of State John Kerry departed Monday for Russia to meet with President Vladimir Putin, on his first visit to the country since relations between Washington and Moscow plummeted to post-Cold War lows amid disagreements over Ukraine and Syria.
Bomber’s sentencing defense rests
Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev’s lawyers rested their case Monday in their bid to save him from execution after death penalty opponent Sister Helen Prejean testified that he expressed genuine sorrow for the victims.
Arab leaders won’t attend Gulf summit
The White House on Monday defended the importance of a meeting this week between the United States and Arab countries at Camp David after the king of Saudi Arabia backed out at the last minute. King Salman had officially accepted the White House invitation, but late Friday the U.S. learned that Saudi Arabia, a key ally, planned to send lower-level emissaries instead.
Huge cleanup task follows tornadoes
Emergency responders searched through splintered wreckage Monday after a line of tornadoes battered several small communities in Texas and Arkansas, killing at least five people, including a young couple who died trying to shield their daughter from the storm.
In brief: CIA leak sentence less than expected
A former CIA officer was sentenced Monday to 3 1/2 years in prison for leaking details of a secret mission to thwart Iran’s nuclear ambitions, a sentence that paled in comparison to the decades-long term that had been on the table.
Philippines, Japan hit by typhoon
A powerful typhoon swerved into southern Japan today after hammering the northeastern tip of the Philippines, leaving at least two people dead.
Super PACs flex campaign muscle
Big dollars mean big influence in selecting next U.S. president
Spokane County CEO selection process criticized
Former Commissioner Bonnie Mager wants the state to investigate the process used to pick Commissioner Todd Mielke as the front-runner for the Spokane County chief executive job.
In brief: Council’s ‘Bridge’ ban draws audience’s ire
Spokane city leaders got an increasingly testy earful Monday from critics of last week’s decision to ban “Bridge to Hookerville” from use during council meetings.
Party bus operators must beef up control
Companies that sponsor trips on so-called party buses will have to keep a closer eye on who is drinking and make sure partiers aren’t distracting the driver.
New law lets police enter car to save animal
Police and animal control officers likely will be quicker to rescue animals left in hot cars or enclosed spaces under a new law signed Monday.
Filing week brings contested council races
The opening of filing week for candidates brought a pair of contested races for offices in the city of Spokane, and another in Spokane Valley. Incumbent Ben Stuckart will face former state Rep. John Ahern in his bid for re-election as Spokane council president. Ahern initially filed paperwork with the state Public Disclosure Commission to run for an open council seat, but announced last week he’d run for the president’s position instead. John Waite and Lori Kinnear both filed for that open seat, which represents south Spokane. The seat is held by Mike Allen, who has announced he won’t seek re-election.
In brief: 85-acre Hungry Hill fire is 50 percent contained
An 85-acre fire burning on the Colville National Forest is about 50 percent contained, according to the Forest Service. The Hungry Hill fire is about 90 miles north of Spokane, near the Canadian border. It started Thursday evening when a helicopter pilot crashed just after lifting off with a load of logs. The pilot was hospitalized and is in good condition.
Trial for state auditor delayed by seven months
A federal judge Monday delayed the trial of indicted Washington state Auditor Troy Kelley by seven months, prompting new calls for Kelley’s resignation or impeachment.
Man shot by Spokane police fired gun 11 times, records say
Officers Christopher Benesch, Adam Potter and Jake Jensen were called to Craig S. Burton’s home on Wednesday night by his girlfriend’s mother, who told police he was armed and possibly suicidal.
Spokane police officers won’t face charges in 2014 shooting
After an investigation lasting more than 15 months, the Spokane County Prosecutor’s Office announced Monday it would not seek charges against two police officers who shot a knife-wielding Aaron D. Johnson in January 2014. The Johnsons said they worried their son would not receive the psychological treatment he needs if he were released back onto the streets. He’s at Eastern State Hospital after being civilly committed last year. His prosecution for second-degree assault has been put on hold.
Zimmerman dust-up linked to earlier road-rage incident
George Zimmerman, the neighborhood watch volunteer who has had a series of run-ins with girlfriends, his ex-wife and random strangers since killing an unarmed black teenager, narrowly missed getting shot Monday after a mysterious dispute.
Upscale retailers test ‘smart’ store mirrors
Imagine a fitting room with a “smart” mirror that suggests jeans to go with the red shirt you brought in. It snaps a video so you can compare the image side-by-side with other colorful shirts you try on. It might even show you how the shirt will fit without you having to undress.
In brief: Death toll rises to 100 for faulty GM switches
The death toll from faulty ignition switches in small cars made by General Motors has reached 100.
Airlines are improving, but complaints still rise
Consumer complaints against airlines are rising even as the carriers get slightly better at staying on schedule.
Volvo latest automaker to pick South Carolina
Volvo Cars announced Monday that it will build a $500 million plant – its first in the U.S. – and eventually employ up to 4,000 people at the Berkley County site, about 30 miles northwest of Charleston.
Airbus military plane hits more turbulence
Airbus’ troubled A400M military plane has hit turbulence once again. The cargo plane whose rollout went billions over budget and years over deadline is being grounded by numerous governments after a crash in Spain this weekend killed two pilots and two flight test engineers.
Starbucks going small with Frappuccino
If a small Frappuccino seems like too much of an indulgence, Starbucks is now selling a more petite version of the sugary coffee drink. The Seattle-based coffee chain said it will start selling a “Mini Frappuccino” through July 6. The new size is 10 ounces, compared with 12 ounces for the company’s “tall,” or small, size.
Feds close insurance loopholes on preventive care
From contraception to colonoscopies, the Obama administration Monday closed a series of insurance loopholes on coverage of preventive care. The department of Health and Human Services said insurers must cover at least one birth control option under each of 18 methods approved by the FDA – without copays. Also, insurers can’t charge patients for anesthesia services in connection with colonoscopies to screen for cancer risk.
Google’s self-driving cars had 11 crashes
Google Inc. revealed Monday that its self-driving cars have been in 11 minor traffic accidents since it began experimenting with the technology six years ago. The director of Google’s self-driving car project wrote in a Web post that all 11 accidents were minor – “light damage, no injuries” – and happened over 1.7 million miles of testing, including nearly 1 million miles in self-driving mode. “Not once was the self-driving car the cause of the accident,”
Editorial: Congress should act on Ex-Im Bank charter
Robert J. Samuelson: Economic answers often murky
Progression of produce
Experts lay the groundwork for higher consumption of fruits, vegetables to take root
Dr. Alisa Hideg: Don’t enjoy the sun without the screen
Ask Dr. K: Delirium in old age can be prevented
Doctors test ‘balloon’ procedure for lesser weight-loss goals
Providence Children’s Hospital uses art program to ease anxiety, speed recovery
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President Obama on how Fox News teaches the middle class to demonize the poor
Christianity faces sharp decline as Americans are becoming even less affiliated with religion
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from The Western Center for Journalism
(Western Journalism)
Star Ditches Hollywood To Take The ISIS Problem Into His Own Hands
Portraying larger-than-life heroes on screen is often the pinnacle of an aspiring actor’s career; but Pirates of the Caribbean star Michael Enright would rather share the stage with those heroically waging war against Islamic terrorism.
(Western Journalism)
Star Ditches Hollywood To Take The ISIS Problem Into His Own Hands
Portraying larger-than-life heroes on screen is often the pinnacle of an aspiring actor’s career; but Pirates of the Caribbean star Michael Enright would rather share the stage with those heroically waging war against Islamic terrorism.
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from WND (World Net Daily)
[Information from this site may not be reliable.]
Watch: A Federal Judge Just Threw Jet Fuel On The Firestorm Over Hillary’s Emails, Judge Nap Explains
Watch: A Federal Judge Just Threw Jet Fuel On The Firestorm Over Hillary’s Emails, Judge Nap Explains
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