The headline news from April 09, 2015

The archive of all headlines from April 09, 2015, organized by time of publication.

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Rare Supercell Storms Rip Through Midwest on Way East

NBC News  09/Apr/2015 00:05:09

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Tsarnaev Guiltyon All 30 Countsin BostonBombing TrialNYT Now

New York Times  09/Apr/2015 00:15:07

The verdict against Dzhokhar Tsarnaev sets the stage for a second, more contentious phase of the trial in which the jury will decide whether to sentence him to life in prison or death.

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Supercell Storms Rip Through Midwest on Way East

NBC News  09/Apr/2015 00:20:09

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S. Carolina shooting, video put race and police use of force back in the spotlight

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 00:20:13

A police officer has been charged with murder and fired after a video captured him shooting eight times at a fleeing black man, who died, in North Charleston. South Carolina police shooting: Man who took video feared retribution

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Supercell Storms Rip Through Midwest on Their Way East

NBC News  09/Apr/2015 00:25:08

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S. Carolina shooting, video put race and police use of force back in the spotlight

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 00:35:12

A police officer has been charged with murder and fired after a video captured him shooting eight times at a fleeing black man, who died, in North Charleston. Man who took video of South Carolina police shooting feared retribution

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S. Carolina shooting, video put race and police use of force back in the spotlight

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 00:45:13

A police officer has been charged with murder and fired after a video captured him shooting eight times at a fleeing black man, who died, in North Charleston. Man who took video of police shooting feared retribution

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Lack of reliable data hampers tracking of police use-of-force incidents

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 00:55:12

The national uproar over the recent shooting of a fleeing black man is shining a light on the limitations of federal data to track how often police shoot and kill in the line of duty. Man who took video of police shooting feared retribution

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Tsarnaev IsFound Guilty onAll Counts inBombing TrialNYT Now

New York Times  09/Apr/2015 01:05:05

The verdict against Dzhokhar Tsarnaev sets the stage for a second, more contentious phase of the trial in which the jury will decide whether to sentence him to life in prison or death.

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BRICS and the Fiction of “De-Dollarization”

Globalresearch  09/Apr/2015 01:30:16

The BRICS Development Bank (NDB) & its Contingency Reserve Arrangement (CRA) are dollar denominated entities. Unless they are coupled with a multi-currency system of trade & credit, they do not threaten dollar hegemony.

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Tsarnaev IsFound Guilty onAll Counts inBombing TrialNYT Now

New York Times  09/Apr/2015 01:40:03

The verdict against Dzhokhar Tsarnaev in the Boston Marathon bombing trial sets the stage for a second, more contentious phase in which the jury will decide whether to sentence him to life in prison or death.

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U.S. Propaganda 101: Illegally Invade Countries, Fund the Media, Call it “Independent”

Globalresearch  09/Apr/2015 01:40:05

In today’s world, if you publish articles which criticize Western policies and contradict the one-sided Western media narrative, you are either a “conspiracy website” or a shadow propaganda outlet of the Kremlin or whoever is the enemy du jour.

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How do North Charleston's police homicides compare with other cities'? We can't know

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 01:50:08

The national uproar over the recent shooting of a fleeing black man is shining a light on the limitations of federal data to track how often police shoot and kill in the line of duty. Man who took video of police shooting feared retribution

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South Carolina officer radioed in Taser claim six seconds after firing final shot

The Guardian  09/Apr/2015 01:55:07

Analysis of police audio synced with eyewitness video raises further questions about whether officers performed CPR on Walter Scott after he was shot eight times

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Border agents using firearms less under new guidelines

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 01:55:08

The Border Patrol's new rules are aimed at reducing abuses on the often-violent Southwest border. Nation Guilty verdict in Boston bombing sets stage for trial's death penalty phase

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Frankfurt’s Shabby Euro Statue Needs a Bailout

Wall Street Journal  09/Apr/2015 02:15:09

Some say currency sculpture, marred by bumper stickers and vandals, is spent; seeking sponsors.

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Gunshots in his back

CNN  09/Apr/2015 02:20:02

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Obama toOppose Youth‘Conversion’TherapiesNYT Now

New York Times  09/Apr/2015 02:20:08

President Obama this week will call for an end to psychiatric therapies aimed at “repairing” gay, lesbian and transgender youth, White House officials said, the latest example of his continuing embrace of gay rights.

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Frankfurt’s Shabby Euro Statue Needs Bailout

Wall Street Journal  09/Apr/2015 02:25:10

Some say currency sculpture, marred by bumper stickers and vandals, is spent; seeking sponsors.

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Scientology head's father was spied on, police report says

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 03:05:08

A private eye tells of watching Ronald Miscavige Sr., who had parted ways with the church. David Miscavige and Scientology deny any connection to the investigator. Nation Border agents using firearms less under new guidelines

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Scientology head's father was spied on, police report says

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 04:05:23

A private eye tells of watching Ronald Miscavige Sr., who had parted ways with the church. David Miscavige and Scientology deny any connection to the investigator. L.A. Now Marlborough School, ex-teacher sued by former student alleging sex abuse

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Citizen VideosReignite Debateon Officers’ Useof Deadly ForceNYT Now

New York Times  09/Apr/2015 04:10:04

Videos of shootings, like the one of Walter Scott, have spurred calls for more officers to use cameras, raising questions about how much the justice system can rely on the accounts of police officers when the cameras are not rolling.

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Scientology head's father was spied on, police report says

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 04:30:11

A private eye tells of watching Ronald Miscavige Sr., who had parted ways with the church. David Miscavige and Scientology deny any connection to the investigator. Nation Now Two California lawmakers challenge Justice Department on medical marijuana

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Citizen VideosReignite Debateon Officers’ Useof Deadly ForceNYT Now

New York Times  09/Apr/2015 04:40:05

Videos of shootings, like the one of Walter Scott in North Charleston, S.C., have spurred calls for more officers to use cameras, raising questions about how much the justice system can rely on the accounts of police officers.

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Tsarnaev’s fate: Life in prison or death penalty

Washingtonpost  09/Apr/2015 04:40:08

A jury this month will sentence Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, who was convicted on 30 counts related to the Boston Marathon bombing, one of the worst acts of terrorism on U.S. soil since Sept. 11.

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Charged with murder

CNN  09/Apr/2015 05:15:02

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White House backs banning gay conversion therapy for minors

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 06:20:09

The Obama administration spoke out Wednesday against using so-called conversion therapy on minors, saying the practice, in which mental health providers try to change a person's sexuality or gender identity, «is neither medically nor ethically appropriate." CALIFORNIA Scientology head's father was spied on, police report says

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Scientology head's father was spied on, police report says

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 06:50:09

A private eye tells of watching Ronald Miscavige Sr., who had parted ways with the church. David Miscavige and Scientology deny any connection to the investigator. Nation Now White House backs banning gay conversion therapy for minors

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Battle for Yemen

CNN  09/Apr/2015 07:05:01

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Wall Street Journal  09/Apr/2015 07:40:11

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Frankfurt’s Shabby Euro Statue Needs Bailout

Wall Street Journal  09/Apr/2015 07:45:10

Some say currency sculpture, marred by bumper stickers and vandals, is spent; seeking sponsors.

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Guilty on 30 counts

CNN  09/Apr/2015 08:10:02

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Saudi-led airstrikes plunge Yemen deeper into crisis

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 09:00:10

Families can't venture outside to look for food and medical care, hospitals are running out of supplies, and markets are closed. Fuel, water and power are all scarce. CALIFORNIA Scientology head's father was spied on, police report says

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Cop who pulled trigger

CNN  09/Apr/2015 10:15:02

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Fracking Link? High Levels of Cancer Gas Found in 300K Homes

NBC News  09/Apr/2015 10:35:08

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A European Bypass for the U.K.’s Electorate

Wall Street Journal  09/Apr/2015 11:25:08

Europe File: Europe looks destined to be the dog that doesn’t bark in the U.K. election—despite the best efforts of former Labour leader Tony Blair, says Simon Nixon.

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Saudi-led airstrikes plunge Yemen deeper into crisis

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 12:35:09

Families can't venture outside to look for food and medical care, hospitals are running out of supplies, and markets are closed. Fuel, water and power are all scarce. CALIFORNIA Cities strategize water-saving measures

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Le Pen Family Feud Spills Into Public

Wall Street Journal  09/Apr/2015 12:50:08

Family tension at the far-right National Front, a rising force in French politics, blew wide open as Marine Le Pen moved to sideline her father from the party he founded after he belittled the Holocaust.

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Scientology head's father was spied on, police report says

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 13:05:10

A private eye tells of watching Ronald Miscavige Sr., who had parted ways with the church. David Miscavige and Scientology deny any connection to the investigator. Middle East Saudi-led airstrikes plunge Yemen deeper into crisis

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In S.C., pledges to avoid ‘another Ferguson’

Washingtonpost  09/Apr/2015 13:20:07

While there have been some protests since the release of a video showing a white officer shooting an unarmed black man, the response has not reached the fever pitch seen elsewhere.

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Scientology head's father was spied on, police report says

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 13:20:09

A private eye tells of watching Ronald Miscavige Sr., who had parted ways with the church. David Miscavige and Scientology deny any connection to the investigator. Europe Gunman opens fire in Milan courthouse, kills judge, 2 others

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Iran: Lift ban or no deal

CNN  09/Apr/2015 13:30:03

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Fracking Link? Rising Radon Levels Found in Pennsylvania Homes

NBC News  09/Apr/2015 13:35:07

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Scientology head's father was spied on, police report says

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 13:40:08

A private eye tells of watching Ronald Miscavige Sr., who had parted ways with the church. David Miscavige and Scientology deny any connection to the investigator. Europe Gunman kills judge, 2 others at Milan courthouse

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Fracking Link? High Levels of Cancer Gas Found in 300K Homes

NBC News  09/Apr/2015 13:50:07

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Police Dispatch Audio From Charleston Shooting Released

Wall Street Journal  09/Apr/2015 13:50:10

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Michael Slager radioed in Taser claim six seconds after firing at Walter Scott

The Guardian  09/Apr/2015 13:55:07

Analysis of police audio synced with eyewitness video raises further questions about whether officers performed CPR on Walter Scott after he was shot eight times

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Scientology head's father was spied on, police report says

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 13:55:08

A private eye tells of watching Ronald Miscavige Sr., who had parted ways with the church. David Miscavige and Scientology deny any connection to the investigator. Europe Man kills lawyer, judge, co-defendant at Milan courthouse

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Fracking Link? High Levels of Toxic Gas Found in 300K Homes

NBC News  09/Apr/2015 14:00:09

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Rising Levels of Toxic Gas Found in Homes Near Fracking Sites

NBC News  09/Apr/2015 14:15:08

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French TV Network Hacked by Islamic State-Linked Group

Wall Street Journal  09/Apr/2015 14:25:09

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Molester's arrest in 1981 slaying of O.C. boy brings closure

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 14:30:09

Last month, 33 years after the boy's body was found at a Pomona construction site, the latest round of DNA tests led police to Kenneth Rasmuson, a violent sexual predator. CALIFORNIA Scientology head's father was spied on, police report says

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Molester's arrest in 1981 slaying of O.C. boy brings closure

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 14:35:07

Last month, 33 years after the boy's body was found at a Pomona construction site, the latest round of DNA tests led police to Kenneth Rasmuson, a violent sexual predator. CITY HALL L.A. credits its crackdown with shutting more than 500 pot shops

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Molester's arrest in 1981 slaying of O.C. boy brings closure

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 14:40:10

Last month, 33 years after the boy's body was found at a Pomona construction site, the latest round of DNA tests led police to Kenneth Rasmuson, a violent sexual predator. Business FCC's net neutrality rules open door to new fee on Internet service

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Videos ReigniteDebate AboutPolice Tacticsand VeracityNYT Now

New York Times  09/Apr/2015 14:55:04

Videos of shootings, like the one of Walter Scott in North Charleston, S.C., have spurred calls for more officers to use cameras, raising questions about how much the justice system can rely on the accounts of police officers.

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Bystander Considered Erasing Footage of Cop Shooting

NBC News  09/Apr/2015 14:55:07

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A European Bypass for the U.K.’s Electorate

Wall Street Journal  09/Apr/2015 15:00:10

Europe File: Europe looks destined to be the dog that doesn’t bark in the U.K. election—despite the best efforts of former Labour leader Tony Blair, says Simon Nixon.

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Molester's arrest in 1981 slaying of O.C. boy brings closure

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 15:20:11

Last month, 33 years after the boy's body was found at a Pomona construction site, the latest round of DNA tests led police to Kenneth Rasmuson, a violent sexual predator. Nation S. Carolina shooting, video put race and police use of force back in the spotlight

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Molester's arrest in 1981 slaying of O.C. boy brings closure

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 15:25:10

Last month, 33 years after the boy's body was found at a Pomona construction site, the latest round of DNA tests led police to Kenneth Rasmuson, a violent sexual predator. Nation Video in fatal North Charleston, S.C., police shooting sets case apart

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’A bad decision’

CNN  09/Apr/2015 16:15:02

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US hopes Cuba deal makes for warmer reception at Panama summit

The Guardian  09/Apr/2015 16:20:07

Obama flies south to Summit of the Americas – but decision to label Venezuela a ‘threat to national security’ could disrupt any diplomatic triumphs

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Molester's arrest in 1981 slaying of O.C. boy brings closure

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 16:25:09

Last month, 33 years after the boy's body was found at a Pomona construction site, the latest round of DNA tests led police to Kenneth Rasmuson, a violent sexual predator. Nation Civil rights leaders to discuss fallout from S.C. shooting

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Civil rights leaders to discuss fallout from S.C. shooting

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 16:30:12

North Charleston officials have moved quickly following the shooting of Walter Scott, announcing a murder charge, firing the officer and pledging to ensure that every officer has a body camera. Crime & Courts Molester's arrest in 1981 slaying of O.C. boy brings closure

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Iran’s SupremeLeader InvitesCriticism ofNuclear DealNYT Now

New York Times  09/Apr/2015 16:45:07

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said it was too early for him to reach conclusions about the deal, but he raised concerns about its approach to lifting sanctions. He also referred to Saudi-led strikes on Yemen as an invasion and “a genocide.”

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Iran’s leader voices pessimism on nuclear deal

Washingtonpost  09/Apr/2015 16:50:07

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s ultimate religious and political authority, demanded that all economic sanctions be lifted immediately upon any final agreement.

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Iran’s leader voices pessimism on nuclear deal

Washingtonpost  09/Apr/2015 16:55:08

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s ultimate religious and political authority, demanded that all economic sanctions be lifted immediately upon any agreement.

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Obama and Raúl Castro set to meet in Panama and test US-Cuba thaw

The Guardian  09/Apr/2015 16:55:09

Obama flies south to Summit of the Americas – but decision to label Venezuela a ‘threat to national security’ could disrupt any diplomatic triumphs

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Senators seek federal investigation of alleged visa abuse at Edison

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 17:45:09

A bipartisan group of senators is seeking a federal investigation into alleged abuses in a popular visa program that has been linked to layoffs of U.S. workers in favor of cheaper foreign labor, the Los Angeles Times has learned. Crime & Courts Molester's arrest in 1981 slaying of O.C. boy brings closure

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Probe urged into alleged visa abuse by Edison that cost U.S. workers their jobs

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 18:00:14

A bipartisan group of senators is seeking a federal investigation into alleged abuses in a popular visa program that has been linked to layoffs of U.S. workers in favor of cheaper foreign labor, the Los Angeles Times has learned. Crime & Courts Molester's arrest in 1981 slaying of O.C. boy brings closure

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Probe urged into claim visa abuse by Edison cost U.S. workers their jobs

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 18:10:07

A bipartisan group of senators is seeking a federal investigation into alleged abuses in a popular visa program that has been linked to layoffs of U.S. workers in favor of cheaper foreign labor, the Los Angeles Times has learned. Crime & Courts Molester's arrest in 1981 slaying of O.C. boy brings closure

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Window into hell

CNN  09/Apr/2015 18:15:02

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Barcelona’s Draw as an ‘Urban Resort’

Wall Street Journal  09/Apr/2015 18:20:09

Spain’s second city is luring new home buyers who like the city-and-surf lifestyle of the stylish coastal metropolis

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Inquiry sought into claim that Edison visa abuse cost U.S. workers their jobs

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 18:25:08

A bipartisan group of senators is seeking a federal investigation into alleged abuses in a popular visa program that has been linked to layoffs of U.S. workers in favor of cheaper foreign labor, the Los Angeles Times has learned. Crime & Courts Molester's arrest in 1981 slaying of O.C. boy brings closure

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Probe urged into claim visa abuse by Edison cost U.S. workers their jobs

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 18:35:08

A bipartisan group of senators is seeking a federal investigation into alleged abuses in a popular visa program that has been linked to layoffs of U.S. workers in favor of cheaper foreign labor, the Los Angeles Times has learned. L.A. Now Letter purportedly from Durst talks of football, opera, but not murder

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Inquiry sought into claim that Edison visa abuse cost U.S. workers their jobs

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 18:40:10

A bipartisan group of senators is seeking a federal investigation into alleged abuses in a popular visa program that has been linked to layoffs of U.S. workers in favor of cheaper foreign labor, the Los Angeles Times has learned. L.A. Now Letter purportedly from Durst talks of football, opera, but not murder

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Iran’s LeaderSays SanctionsMust End atSigning of DealNYT Now

New York Times  09/Apr/2015 19:00:32

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei declared that all economic sanctions would have to be lifted if a nuclear agreement is signed. He also referred to Saudi-led strikes on Yemen as an invasion and “a genocide.”

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Inquiry sought into claim that Edison visa abuse cost U.S. workers their jobs

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 19:15:10

A bipartisan group of senators is seeking a federal investigation into alleged abuses in a popular visa program that has been linked to layoffs of U.S. workers in favor of cheaper foreign labor, the Los Angeles Times has learned. L.A. Now Garcetti to introduce incentives to conserve water

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Inquiry sought into claim that Edison visa abuse cost U.S. workers their jobs

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 19:20:11

A bipartisan group of senators is seeking a federal investigation into alleged abuses in a popular visa program that has been linked to layoffs of U.S. workers in favor of cheaper foreign labor, the Los Angeles Times has learned. L.A. Now Garcetti to introduce incentives to conserve water in L.A.

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Dreams of home

CNN  09/Apr/2015 19:40:01

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Reformers See Hope in Quick Response to Walter Scott Shooting

NBC News  09/Apr/2015 19:55:18

Walter Scott Shooting

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Inquiry sought into claim that Edison visa abuse cost U.S. workers their jobs

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 19:55:22

A bipartisan group of senators is seeking a federal investigation into alleged abuses in a popular visa program that has been linked to layoffs of U.S. workers in favor of cheaper foreign labor, the Los Angeles Times has learned. Business California regulators fine PG&E a record $1.6 billion for San Bruno blast

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California regulators fine PG&E a record $1.6 billion for San Bruno blast

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 20:00:21

California utility regulators Thursday levied a record $1.6-billion fine against the state's largest utility, Pacific Gas & Electric Co. Politics Now Inquiry sought into claim that Edison visa abuse cost U.S. workers their jobs

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California regulators fine PG&E a record $1.6 billion for San Bruno blast

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 20:05:10

The fine was prompted by the 2010 explosion of a natural gas line that killed eight in the San Francisco suburb. Politics Now Inquiry sought into claim that Edison visa abuse cost U.S. workers their jobs

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California regulators fine PG&E a record $1.6 billion for San Bruno blast

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 20:10:16

The fine for violating state and federal pipeline safety standards was prompted by the 2010 explosion of a natural gas line that killed eight in the San Francisco suburb. Politics Now Inquiry sought into claim that Edison visa abuse cost U.S. workers their jobs

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Iranian LeaderChallenges TwoKey U.S. Pointsin Nuclear DealNYT Now

New York Times  09/Apr/2015 20:20:12

Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, declared on Thursday that all sanctions would have to be lifted on the day any deal is signed and that military sites would be strictly off limits to foreign inspectors.

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Obama hints at Cuba breakthrough as he flies south for Raúl Castro meeting

The Guardian  09/Apr/2015 20:35:08

President set to remove Cuba from the US list of state sponsors of terrorism as he prepares for face-to-face encounter with Castro at Panama summit

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What Others Can Learn From Response to S.C. Cop Shooting

NBC News  09/Apr/2015 20:40:24

Walter Scott Shooting

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Iran’s leader voices pessimism on nuclear deal

Washingtonpost  09/Apr/2015 21:05:08

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s ultimate religious and political authority, demanded that all sanctions be lifted immediately upon any agreement.

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California regulators fine PG&E a record $1.6 billion for San Bruno blast

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 21:10:10

The fine for violating state and federal pipeline safety standards was prompted by the 2010 explosion of a natural gas line that killed eight in the San Francisco suburb. L.A. Now Resignation demanded from judge who gave child molester reduced sentence

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Second officer in Walter Scott video sued over alleged attack on handcuffed man

The Guardian  09/Apr/2015 21:25:06

Clarence Habersham, who was with Michael Slager during shooting, is being sued by another black resident who alleges police stomped on his face

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In North Charleston, rising crime prompted 'culture of over-policing'

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 21:30:11

An effort to enforce the law has brought a downside, according to civil rights leaders who argue it has prompted the aggressive targeting of blacks for a variety of traffic stops. Business California regulators fine PG&E a record $1.6 billion for San Bruno blast

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In North Charleston, rising crime prompted 'culture of over-policing'

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 21:35:09

An effort to enforce the law has brought a downside, according to civil rights leaders who argue it has prompted the aggressive targeting of blacks for a variety of traffic stops. L.A. Now Garcetti pushes L.A. residents to conserve more water with 'Save the Drop'

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In North Charleston, 'over-policing' led to racial profiling, activists say

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 21:40:12

An effort to enforce the law has brought a downside, according to civil rights leaders who argue it has prompted the aggressive targeting of blacks for a variety of traffic stops. L.A. Now Garcetti pushes L.A. residents to conserve more water with 'Save the Drop'

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In North Charleston, 'over-policing' led to racial profiling, activists say

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 21:50:11

An effort to enforce the law has brought a downside, according to civil rights leaders who argue it has prompted the aggressive targeting of blacks for a variety of traffic stops. L.A. Now Garcetti pushes L.A. to conserve more water with 'Save the Drop'

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’I felt scared’

CNN  09/Apr/2015 22:10:02

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North Charleston has a 'culture of over-policing,' activists say

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 22:10:12

An effort to enforce the law has brought a downside, according to civil rights leaders who argue it has prompted the aggressive targeting of blacks for a variety of traffic stops. Timeline: High-profile police shootings

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Record Tide of Refugees Will Strain EU System

Wall Street Journal  09/Apr/2015 22:30:10

Brussels Beat: Europe’s asylum system is set for a major test this year, as a record number of refugees are expected to attempt the dangerous trip to safety from the Europe Union’s war-torn neighborhood, says Valentina Pop.

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North Charleston has a 'culture of over-policing,' activists say

Los Angeles Times  09/Apr/2015 23:30:14

An effort to enforce the law has brought a downside, according to civil rights leaders who argue it has prompted the aggressive targeting of blacks for a variety of traffic stops. After Walter Scott’s death, three other police shootings draw attention

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Record Tide of Refugees Will Strain EU System

Wall Street Journal  09/Apr/2015 23:40:14

Brussels Beat: Europe’s asylum system is set for a major test this year, as a record number of refugees are expected to attempt the dangerous trip to safety from the EU’s war-torn neighborhood.

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