The headline news from April 16, 2015

The archive of all headlines from April 16, 2015, organized by time of publication.

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Congress makes deals on Medicare, Iran — is bipartisanship back?

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 00:20:14

Not everyone is convinced that Congress, with GOP majorities in both houses, has turned over a new leaf. The recent victories followed three months of gridlock, after all. L.A. Now U.S. judge won't remove marijuana from most-dangerous drug list

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Iraqi premier fears Yemen may spark wider war

Washingtonpost  16/Apr/2015 00:25:06

Speaking to reporters in Washington, Haider al-Abadi said the Obama administration shares his concerns that Saudi Arabia’s military intervention will lead to regional sectarian war.

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Congress makes deals on Medicare, Iran — is bipartisanship back?

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 00:25:10

Not everyone is convinced that Congress, with GOP majorities in both houses, has turned over a new leaf. The recent victories followed three months of gridlock, after all. L.A. Now L.A. school district ditches iPad curriculum, seeks refund from Apple

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Hillary Clinton leans left out of Iowa with bold progressive checklist

The Guardian  16/Apr/2015 00:35:07

Democratic presidential candidate ticks off several core liberal issues including low wages, gay marriage and healthcare reform in final day of successful road trip

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Congress makes deals on Medicare, Iran — is bipartisanship back?

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 00:40:11

Not everyone is convinced that Congress, with GOP majorities in both houses, has turned over a new leaf. The recent victories followed three months of gridlock, after all. Autos GM shielded from many ignition-switch lawsuits, bankruptcy judge rules

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Cities, water agencies criticize California cuts as unfair, unrealistic

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 02:00:15

Officials are asked to reconsider implementation of the mandatory 25% statewide reduction that Gov. Jerry Brown ordered this month. L.A. Now L.A. school district ditches iPad curriculum, seeks refund from Apple

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Obama’s pivot on trade could mean war with his base

Washingtonpost  16/Apr/2015 02:05:07

As senator, he voted against big trade deals. As president, he is touting an Asia pact opposed by many in his own party and supported by Republicans who know trade is an issue that could divide Democrats in an election year.

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‘Ransomware’ Becomes a Growing Threat

Wall Street Journal  16/Apr/2015 02:35:11

More small businesses are falling victim to “ransomware,” in which malicious code locks up computer files and cybercriminals demand a ransom to free them.

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Where are final victims?

CNN  16/Apr/2015 03:05:03

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Cities, water agencies criticize California cuts as unfair, unrealistic

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 03:10:10

Officials are asked to reconsider implementation of the mandatory 25% statewide reduction that Gov. Jerry Brown ordered this month. Nation Now CEO cuts own pay by almost $1 million, raises workers' salaries to $70,000 minimum

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Iraqi LeaderCondemnsSaudi Airstrikesin YemenNYT Now

New York Times  16/Apr/2015 03:20:06

Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi’s comments on Yemen highlight the problems for the Obama administration as it tries to hold a coalition together in the Middle East to fight Islamist militants.

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Clash BetweenAllies in U.S.Coalition BurstsInto the OpenNYT Now

New York Times  16/Apr/2015 03:35:06

An exchange between Iraq and Saudi Arabia, driven by sharply opposing views of Iran, reflected the challenges facing the Obama administration as it tries to hold together a diverse coalition in the fight against the Islamic State.

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Hillary Clinton leans left with bold progressive checklist

The Guardian  16/Apr/2015 03:40:08

Democratic presidential candidate ticks off several core liberal issues including low wages, gay marriage and healthcare reform in final day of successful road trip

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Who Is Capitol Gyro-Copter Pilot Doug Hughes?

NBC News  16/Apr/2015 03:50:06

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To fight rise in crime, LAPD to send specialized officers to troubled areas

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 03:50:08

The department wants a show of strength that doesn't alienate residents. The officers will not be ordered to increase arrests when they redeploy. L.A. Now Cities, water agencies criticize California cuts as unfair, unrealistic

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To fight rise in crime, LAPD to send specialized officers to troubled areas

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 03:55:10

The department wants a show of strength that doesn't alienate residents. The officers will not be ordered to increase arrests when they redeploy using crime pattern algorithms. L.A. Now Cities, water agencies criticize California cuts as unfair, unrealistic

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Clash BetweenAllies in U.S.Coalition BurstsInto the OpenNYT Now

New York Times  16/Apr/2015 05:15:04

An exchange between Iraq and Saudi Arabia reflected the challenges facing the Obama administration as it tries to hold together a diverse coalition in the fight against the Islamic State.

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No answers for Sewol families

CNN  16/Apr/2015 05:30:05

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L.A. school district ditches iPad curriculum, seeks refund from Apple

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 05:55:09

The $1.3-billion effort to provide the devices and curriculum to all LAUSD students faltered almost immediately after its launch, and the FBI is investigating the bidding process. CALIFORNIA To fight rise in crime, LAPD to send specialized officers to troubled areas

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Sewol to be salvaged

CNN  16/Apr/2015 06:55:03

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Who Is Capitol Gyro-Copter Pilot Doug Hughes?

NBC News  16/Apr/2015 07:10:06

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Lakers wrap up worst season in franchise history with loss to Kings

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 07:10:10

This season's .256 winning percentage is the worst in Lakers history. Previously the .264 percentage of the 1957-58 Minneapolis Lakers had been the worst. L.A. Now L.A. school district ditches iPad curriculum, seeks refund from Apple

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Glimmer of hope

CNN  16/Apr/2015 07:50:02

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Fight for $15 swells into largest protest by low-wage workers in US history

The Guardian  16/Apr/2015 08:00:11

Workers in more than 200 cities walked out on jobs or joined protests bankrolled by organized labor Wednesday in latest bid to raise minimum wage

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Desperate escape

CNN  16/Apr/2015 08:30:04

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Inside the Mind of the Mailman Who Flew on the Capitol

NBC News  16/Apr/2015 08:55:08

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Iran Says Congress Meddling in Talks

Wall Street Journal  16/Apr/2015 08:55:10

Comments from President Hasan Rouhani signal fresh obstacles to a final agreement on the fate of Tehran’s disputed nuclear program.

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Families flee ISIS

CNN  16/Apr/2015 09:00:05

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Endless stream of humanity

CNN  16/Apr/2015 10:05:02

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U.S. judge won't remove marijuana from most-dangerous drugs list

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 10:50:10

A federal judge in Sacramento upholds a 1970 federal law that puts marijuana in the same category as LSD and heroin. Her five-day hearing had raised activists' hopes she might strike it down. Lakers Lakers wrap up worst season in franchise history with loss to Kings

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’Creative’ or Excessive? Cop Who Ran Down Gunman Sparks Debate

NBC News  16/Apr/2015 11:00:12

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Flight 370 Search Area to Be Expanded

Wall Street Journal  16/Apr/2015 11:15:07

Malaysia said the search area for the missing Flight 370 in the Indian Ocean will be doubled if the jetliner isn’t found by May.

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Flight 370 Search Area to Be Expanded

Wall Street Journal  16/Apr/2015 11:25:08

Malaysia, Australia and China agreed to double the size of the search area for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 if the missing plane isn’t found by the end of May.

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Obama’s Effortto Slow ClimateChange Headsto CourtNYT Now

New York Times  16/Apr/2015 11:40:05

President Obama’s most far-reaching regulation to slow climate change will have its first day in court on Thursday, the beginning of what is expected to be a multiyear legal battle over the policy.

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’Creative’ or Excessive? Cop Who Ran Down Gunman Sparks Debate

NBC News  16/Apr/2015 12:10:07

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U.S. judge won't remove marijuana from most-dangerous drugs list

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 12:20:09

A federal judge in Sacramento upholds a 1970 federal law that puts marijuana in the same category as LSD and heroin. Her five-day hearing had raised activists' hopes she might strike it down. Great Reads Edgy blogger sensation SciBabe takes the lab coat off science

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’I grabbed my children and ran’

CNN  16/Apr/2015 12:35:03

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Cities, water agencies criticize California cuts as unfair, unrealistic

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 12:45:07

Officials are asked to reconsider the mandatory 25% statewide reduction. The proposed cutbacks 'punish those who have conserved,' an agency manager says. Great Reads Edgy blogger sensation SciBabe takes the lab coat off science

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Cities, water agencies criticize state cuts as unrealistic

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 12:50:09

Officials are asked to reconsider the mandatory 25% statewide reduction. The proposed cutbacks 'punish those who have conserved,' an agency manager says. Great Reads Edgy blogger sensation SciBabe takes the lab coat off science

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’I enter Europe or I die’

CNN  16/Apr/2015 13:30:05

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’Creative’ or Excessive? Cop Who Ran Down Gunman Sparks Debate

NBC News  16/Apr/2015 13:40:11

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SpaceX Rocket Fails Attempted Landing

Wall Street Journal  16/Apr/2015 14:35:08

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Cities, water agencies criticize state cuts as unrealistic

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 14:35:09

Officials are asked to reconsider the mandatory 25% statewide reduction. The proposed cutbacks 'punish those who have conserved,' an agency manager says. Nation Obama's climate-change policy faces an early court challenge

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Top US lawmakers to discuss police killings as reform momentum builds

The Guardian  16/Apr/2015 14:50:07

Recent video of police killings of black men galvanises lawmakers into tackling issue as New York congressman asks: ‘What more does Congress need to see?’

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Ukraine: Ally of Ex-President Yanukovych Found Shot Dead

Wall Street Journal  16/Apr/2015 14:50:08

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Search area set to double for missing Malaysian Airlines jet

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 15:10:10

Officials from Malaysia, Australia and China agree that if the missing jet is not found this spring the current search zone will double, and the quest could continue for another year. CALIFORNIA Cities, water agencies criticize state cuts as unrealistic

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Search area set to double for missing Malaysian Airlines jet

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 15:20:08

Officials from Malaysia, Australia and China agree that if the missing jet is not found this spring the current search zone will double, and the quest could continue for another year. Nation Obama's climate-change policy faces an early court challenge

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Defending Ramadi from ISIS

CNN  16/Apr/2015 16:15:02

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Search area set to double for missing Malaysian airliner

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 16:15:12

Officials from Malaysia, Australia and China agree that if the missing jet is not found this spring the current search zone will double, and the quest could continue for another year. Nation Obama's climate-change policy faces an early court challenge

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Mob attack

CNN  16/Apr/2015 16:35:03

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‘Ransomware’ Is a Growing Threat

Wall Street Journal  16/Apr/2015 16:45:10

More small businesses are falling victim to “ransomware,” in which malicious code locks up computer files and cybercriminals demand a ransom to free them.

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Bush takes risk with brother’s world view

Washingtonpost  16/Apr/2015 17:15:10

By embracing ideas once expressed by brother George W. Bush, former Florida governor Jeb Bush puts himself at odds with most Americans who remain wary of the two wars launched during the last Bush presidency.

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How Did That Copter Pilot Get Past Security?

NBC News  16/Apr/2015 17:30:09

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Ukraine: Ally of Ex-President Yanukovych Found Shot Dead

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Louvre Showcases Treasures of Ancient Thrace

Wall Street Journal  16/Apr/2015 17:40:09

A new Louvre exhibit showcases ancient art works from the Odrysian kingdom. The exhibit brings together 1,600 objects from 17 Bulgarian museums documenting Thracian history.

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How Did That Copter Pilot Get Past Security on Capitol Grounds?

NBC News  16/Apr/2015 17:45:08

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Obama's climate policy faces an early court challenge

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 17:45:11

Opponents of the rules insist that the Clean Air Act forbids 'double regulation' of power plants, and they say the EPA has already mandated cutbacks in mercury and other hazardous air pollutants. Business Frederick's of Hollywood closes all stores, strips down to Web

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Treasures of Ancient Thrace at the Louvre

Wall Street Journal  16/Apr/2015 17:50:10

A new Louvre exhibit showcases ancient art works from the Odrysian kingdom. The exhibit brings together 1,600 objects from 17 Bulgarian museums documenting Thracian history.

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'Suge' Knight to stand trial on murder, attempted murder charges 'Suge' Knight to stand trial on murder, attempted murder charges

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 18:45:09

A Los Angeles County judge ruled today that there was enough evidence for the former rap mogul to stand trial for allegedly plowing his truck into two people in a Compton restaurant parking lot earlier this year. Nation Obama's climate policy faces an early court challenge

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'Suge' Knight to be tried on murder, attempted-murder charges

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 18:50:08

A Los Angeles County judge ruled today that there was enough evidence for the former rap mogul to stand trial for allegedly plowing his truck into two people in a Compton restaurant parking lot earlier this year. Nation Obama's climate policy faces an early court challenge

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'Suge' Knight to be tried on murder, attempted-murder charges

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 18:55:11

A Los Angeles County judge ruled today that there was enough evidence for the former rap mogul to stand trial for allegedly plowing his truck into two people, killing one, in a Compton parking lot earlier this year. Nation Obama's climate policy faces an early court challenge

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Floridians On Edge After Alleged Gang-Rape on Beach

NBC News  16/Apr/2015 19:00:10

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’Thrown overboard’

CNN  16/Apr/2015 19:20:03

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Floridians On Edge After Alleged Gang Rape on Beach

NBC News  16/Apr/2015 19:30:08

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'Suge' Knight to be tried on murder, attempted-murder charges

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 19:35:12

A Los Angeles County judge ruled today that there was enough evidence for the former rap mogul to stand trial for allegedly plowing his truck into two people, killing one, in a Compton parking lot earlier this year. Politics Now Hillary Rodham Clinton completes shift on same-sex marriage

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CongressionalChairmen NearDeal on PacificTrade AccordNYT Now

New York Times  16/Apr/2015 19:40:04

Under the agreement, Congress would have the power to vote on the Trans-Pacific Partnership once it is completed, but lawmakers could not amend it.

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CongressionalChairmen NearDeal on PacificTrade AccordNYT Now

New York Times  16/Apr/2015 19:45:04

Under the agreement, Congress would have the power to vote on the Trans-Pacific Partnership, an ambitious trade accord with 11 other Pacific nations, once it is completed, but lawmakers could not amend it.

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CongressionalChairmen NearDeal on PacificTrade AccordNYT Now

New York Times  16/Apr/2015 19:50:05

Under the agreement, Congress would have the power to vote on the Trans-Pacific Partnership, an ambitious trade accord with 11 other nations, once it is completed, but lawmakers could not amend it.

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'Suge' Knight to be tried on murder, attempted-murder charges

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 19:50:11

A Los Angeles County judge ruled today that there was enough evidence for the former rap mogul to stand trial for allegedly plowing his truck into two people, killing one, in a Compton parking lot earlier this year. Science More teens smoke e-cigarettes than traditional cigarettes, CDC says

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Senate leaders inch closer to trade deal despite uproar from top Democrats

The Guardian  16/Apr/2015 19:55:08

Finance committee poised to announce new powers to oversee trade deals – but many lawmakers fear further erosion of American jobs to Asia

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'Suge' Knight to be tried on murder, attempted-murder charges

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 20:00:09

A Los Angeles County judge ruled today that there was enough evidence for the former rap mogul to stand trial for allegedly plowing his truck into two people, killing one, in a Compton parking lot earlier this year. Science More teens 'vaping' than using cigarettes, CDC says

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'Suge' Knight to be tried on murder, attempted-murder charges

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 20:15:14

A Los Angeles County judge ruled today that there was enough evidence for the former rap mogul to stand trial for allegedly plowing his truck into two people, killing one, in a Compton parking lot earlier this year. Nation Now Ohio man trained in Syria, wanted to kill Americans, indictment says

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CongressionalChairmen StrikeDeal on PacificTrade AccordNYT Now

New York Times  16/Apr/2015 20:35:06

Under the agreement, Congress would have the power to vote on the Trans-Pacific Partnership, an ambitious trade accord with 11 other nations, once it is completed, but lawmakers could not amend it.

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Iraqi PM warns Isis could become unstoppable as key city threatened

The Guardian  16/Apr/2015 20:35:11

Ramadi ‘on verge of falling’ says adviser to Iraqi government as prime minister Haider al-Abadi calls recapture of Tikrit a ‘case study’ for liberation of Iraq

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'Suge' Knight to be tried on murder, attempted-murder charges

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 20:40:10

A Los Angeles County judge ruled today that there was enough evidence for the former rap mogul to stand trial for allegedly plowing his truck into two people, killing one, in a Compton parking lot earlier this year. Nation Now Ohio man trained with terrorists in Syria, wanted to kill Americans, indictment says

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Bipartisan deal gives Obama fast-track authority on trade pact

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 20:55:09

The agreement would ease passage of trade deals, taking a big step toward bringing the contentious Pacific Rim trade negotiations for the Trans-Pacific Partnership to a conclusion. L.A. Now 'Suge' Knight to be tried on murder, attempted-murder charges

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Senate bill would give Obama key powers on trade

Washingtonpost  16/Apr/2015 21:00:13

President Obama’s high-stakes bid to complete one of the largest free-trade pacts in U.S. history took a step forward with the introduction of a bipartisan bill that would give his administration vast new powers to close the deal.

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Hacked Sony documents, emails posted on WikiLeaks

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 21:05:10

The release includes 30,287 documents from Sony Pictures Entertainment and 173,132 emails, to and from, more than 2,200 Sony email addresses. Nation Bipartisan deal gives Obama fast-track authority on trade pact

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Greek Government Bonds Plunge

Wall Street Journal  16/Apr/2015 21:20:08

Greek government bonds plunged, shaken by yet another downgrade and growing expectations that the country will be forced into a default.

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Ted Cruz’s early 2016 funding topples Romney, suggesting big-money race

The Guardian  16/Apr/2015 22:05:09

Newfound donor network helps Cruz double Romney’s haul in first week of 2012 campaign and outstrip his small-donor total from first 11 weeks in only eight days

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Ukraine: Ally of Ex-President Yanukovych Found Shot Dead

Wall Street Journal  16/Apr/2015 22:20:08

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Hacked Sony documents, emails posted on WikiLeaks

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 22:40:12

The release includes 30,287 documents from Sony Pictures Entertainment and 173,132 emails, to and from, more than 2,200 Sony email addresses. Nation Now Gyrocopter pilot appears in court; judge bans him from D.C.

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The Seventies Appeal of Donghia

Wall Street Journal  16/Apr/2015 22:45:10

The 1970s are back in vogue and the new furniture collection of one of the decade’s defining interiors brands, Donghia, is hitting the spot.

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Sony Pictures condemns WikiLeaks' release of hacked material

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 22:45:11

The release includes 30,287 documents from Sony Pictures Entertainment and 173,132 emails, to and from, more than 2,200 Sony email addresses. Nation Now Judge orders gyrocopter pilot to return to Florida, bans him from D.C.

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Sony Pictures condemns WikiLeaks' release of hacked material

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 23:05:10

The release includes 30,287 documents from Sony Pictures Entertainment and 173,132 emails, to and from, more than 2,200 Sony email addresses. L.A. Now SEC opens informal inquiry into L.A. Unified iPad project

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L.A. spends $100 million a year on homelessness, city report finds

Los Angeles Times  16/Apr/2015 23:15:09

In addition to coping with the medical, mental health and sanitation problems homeless people bring, the city of Los Angeles spends as much as $87 million on arrests and other police services, according to a new report. COMPANY TOWN Sony Pictures condemns WikiLeaks' release of hacked material

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