Pompeo declines to talk about conversation with the president Menendez asked Pompeo about a Washington Post story from last year claiming Mr. Trump wanted his top officials to intervene, during a conversation about Russia and the FBI’s investigation. Pompeo said he would not discuss conversations with the president. He then […]
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Pompeo’s confirmation hearing to be secretary of state — live stream
Mike Pompeo, who until recently has served as director of the CIA, is facing lawmakers’ questions as he aims to take over leadership of the Department of State following President Trump’s dramatic firing of former Secretary Rex Tillerson last month. In prepared remarks ahead of Thursday’s confirmation hearing, Pompeo is […]
After warning Russia, Trump tweets on possible Syria strike timing
WASHINGTON — As Russia and Syria again warned President Trump against taking military action against Bashar Assad’s military over a suspected chemical attack, Mr. Trump said a strike could be coming soon, “or not soon at all!” His Thursday morning tweet came after a day after Mr. Trump appeared to […]
Chemical weapons watchdog releases findings on spy poisoning
Last Updated Apr 12, 2018 8:07 AM EDT The international chemical weapons watchdog on Thursday confirmed Britain’s finding that a former spy and his daughter were poisoned with a nerve agent. The report released by the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons said its investigation had “confirm(ed) the findings […]
Eye Opener: Tensions rise between Russia and U.S. over Syria
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Well-known celebrity photographer battles for her life after car hits her
LOS ANGELES – A British photographer who has captured images of some of Hollywood’s best-known actors is battling for her life after being struck by a car in Los Angeles last week. CBS Los Angeles reports that Sarah Dunn, 44, was struck by a vehicle while walking near her home on […]
Didn’t know Facebook owns Instagram? You’re not alone
Instagram announced Wednesday it will let users download everything they’ve ever shared on the platform. That includes “photos, videos, messages, and stories they’ve archived,” bringing its data policies in line with its parent company, Facebook. While Facebook has been sharply criticized for its privacy policies, Instagram has largely avoided controversy. […]
Ex-NYC doorman paid to quash Trump tryst rumor?
NEW YORK — Eight months before the company that owns the National Enquirer paid $150,000 to a former Playboy Playmate who claimed she’d had an affair with Donald Trump, the tabloid’s parent made a $30,000 payment to a less famous individual: a former doorman at one of the real estate […]
Ex-doorman paid to quash Trump tryst rumor?
NEW YORK — Eight months before the company that owns the National Enquirer paid $150,000 to Karen McDougal, a former Playboy Playmate who claimed she’d had an affair with Donald Trump, the tabloid’s parent made a $30,000 payment to a less famous individual: Dino Sajudin,a former doorman at one of […]
Timberwolves overtake Nuggets to head to playoffs in dramatic OT win
MINNEAPOLIS — Jimmy Butler scored 31 points, Karl-Anthony Towns had 26 points and 14 rebounds and the Minnesota Timberwolves ended the NBA’s longest-running playoff drought, beating the Denver Nuggets 112-106 in overtime Wednesday night in the first final-day play-in game in the league in 21 years. With the win, the […]