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Digital graduation cap decoration mistaken for explosive Police in Florida thought a digital graduation cap decoration was an explosive device, according to reports.

Congress approved President Donald Trump's nominee for UN ambassador by 56 votes to 34. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZiISch

Fugitive murder suspects could live 'for weeks' in vast Canadian wilderness, survival expert says Two young men who allegedly murdered three people before disappearing into the vast Canadian wilderness could survive in the elements “for weeks,” according to a survival expert familiar with the terrain of northern Manitoba.

Why some Peruvians fear that the recent influx of Venezuelans migrants poses a risk to their jobs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2yrF0Kf

The death of coffee chain owner VG Siddhartha has sent shockwaves through India's business community. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2KkcPm9

The US-China trade war is costing jobs and pushing up prices, say firms on both sides of the Pacific. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YBjugC

Can the US compete with China's huge investments in the continent? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2MvASky

Italian officials ban McDonald's near ancient Roman monument Italian officials have barred McDonald's from building a restaurant near an ancient site in Rome, with some believing it would be disrespectful to serve burgers so close to archaeological wonders. 

Pete Buttigieg uses faith to take on Republicans over minimum wage Theologian and ethicist Jonathan Morris reacts to Buttigieg using scripture to attack GOP policy on 'Tucker Carlson Tonight.'

Tucker: Not everyone in the 2020 Democratic field is a lunatic Moderate Democrats take sensible approach to border security and immigration during presidential debate.

Biden, Harris clash on health care in opening moments of Democratic primary debate Former Vice President Joe Biden and Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., clashed in the opening moments of Wednesday night’s Democratic primary debate on the question of health care -- with Biden accusing Harris of “double talk,” and Harris implying that Biden was “confused.”

Civil rights activist responds to Sen. Warren's new forms of racism Sen. Elizabeth Warren calls out multiple forms of racism; reaction from The Woodson Institute founder Bob Woodson.

De Blasio: ‘We will tax the hell out of the wealthy’ Long-shot Democratic White House contender Bill de Blasio wasted no time at Wednesday's debate in highlighting his progressive credentials and in launching a broadside against the two top contenders standing center stage – former Vice President Joe Biden and Sen. Kamala Harris of California.

Marianne Williamson reacts to Don Jr.'s praise Democratic presidential candidate Marianne Williamson on her performance in the second debate and her hopes of appearing in the next round.

Lawyers for missing Connecticut mom's husband calls report of her blood-stained shirt 'speculation' Attorneys for Fotis Dulos are calling reports that investigators found a blood-stained T-shirt and bra that may be what his client's estranged missing wife, Jennifer Dulos, was wearing on the day she disappeared "sounds like desperate speculation." 

U.S. national security adviser John Bolton said on Wednesday North Korea's recent missile tests did not violate a pledge its leader Kim Jong Un made to President Donald Trump, but Pyongyang had yet to say when working-level talks on denuclearization would resume. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/313fMOo

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson could see his working majority in parliament reduced to just one when voters in a rural Welsh parliamentary seat go to the polls on Thursday in his first electoral test as leader. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2Kgjxtb

Illinois man accused of killing his 74-year-old mom with sword in suburban home: police An Illinois man with mental health issues and a history of erratic behavior was arrested Sunday after stabbing his mother with a sword and stuffing her body into a trash can, police said.

BBC Click's Spencer Kelly takes a ride in some in some of Nasa's latest vehicles. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2STBh1q

The United States will renew sanctions waivers for Iranian nuclear programs that allow Russia, China and European countries to continue their civilian nuclear cooperation with Tehran, White House national security adviser John Bolton said on Wednesday. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2OuzOA4

U.S. national security adviser John Bolton said on Wednesday that Pyongyang's recent missile tests do not violate a pledge that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un made to President Donald Trump, but he questioned when working-level talks on denuclearization would begin. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2YnZovn

The South Korean military detained a North Korean man who crossed the heavily fortified demilitarized zone (DMZ) that separates the two countries, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff (JSC) said on Thursday. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2ZnWDq5

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Bernie Sanders shuts down 2020 opponent's 'Medicare-for-all' criticism with eyebrow-raising retort Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., upped the temperature on the Democratic debate stage on Tuesday as he vehemently defended his plan for reforming health care in the United States.

Warren scolds audience for laughing at story of ALS sufferer in 'Medicare-for-all' debate: 'This isn’t funny’ Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., on Tuesday was not happy at the 2020 Democratic debate audience’s reaction to her pulling the debate back to her story of a friend who was suffering from ALS while battling his insurance company -- telling the audience “this isn’t funny.”

Reports: 1 baby dies, another in hospital after being abandoned Published on July 31, 2019 at 05:04AM by Dianne de Guzman, SFGATE One baby has died and another has been taken to a hospital, after the two infants were apparently abandoned near a dumpster in Fairfield Tuesday afternoon, according to various media reports.

Americans spending more, earning more Spending and income see an uptick in June; Fox Biz Flash: 7/30.

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said that there was no impact on Japan's security following North Korea's latest launch of short-range ballistic missiles on Wednesday and that Japan was working with its allies over the situation in the region. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/330YqUl

Judge overturns California man's 2006 terror conviction A federal judge on Tuesday overturned the 2006 conviction of a California man accused of plotting an attack in the United States after attending a terrorist training camp in Pakistan.

Mississippi Walmart shooting victims identified; suspect charged with murder The two victims who were shot and killed after police said a gunman opened fire inside a northern Mississippi Walmart on Tuesday have been identified and the suspect has been charged with two counts of murder.

Florida beekeeper says someone may have poisoned millions of his honey bees A veteran Florida beekeeper thinks someone may have poisoned his honey bees and is offering $30,000 for information leading to the arrest of whoever’s responsible.

Bruce: The real attack on Baltimore is ignoring city's poor conditions Fox Nation host Tammy Bruce on Trump calling out Baltimore's crime and decay and the Democratic backlash.

A U.S. appeals court said on Tuesday it had upheld a ruling by a U.S. judge who held three large Chinese banks in contempt for refusing to comply with subpoenas in a probe into violations of sanctions on North Korea, opening the way for heavy daily fines. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2yojAO3

Diversity concerns drive out top executive from House Democrats' campaign committee Five other DCCC staffers leaving over diversity uproar; reaction from former DNC communications director Luis Miranda.

Puerto Rico official: Former congressional rep to be nominated as island secretary of state, next in line for governor Embattled Puerto Rican Gov. Ricardo Rosselló will nominate former congressional representative Pedro Pierluisi as secretary of state, effectively making him the next in the line to lead the U.S. territory after Rossello resigns Friday, an island lawmaker said.

Tucker: Pelosi claims 'diversity' to be Democratic Party's strength DNCC executive quits because she is not diverse enough.

Tim Ryan called out for not placing hand on heart for national anthem at Dem debate Democratic presidential contender Tim Ryan stood out as the only candidate who didn't put his hand on his heart during a performance of "The Star-Spangled Banner" at the opening of Tuesday night's debate in Detroit,  prompting commentators to zing the marginal candidate even before opening statements began.