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Supreme Court reaffirms First Amendment right of religious freedom
- June 30, 2017
Writing for the court, Chief Justice John Roberts said "the exclusion of Trinity Lutheran from a public benefit for which it is otherwise qualified, exclusively because it is a church, is odious to our Constitution". The question could end up being decided by the U.S. Supreme Court . Rather, Cortman praised the court's recognition of "the commonsense principle that government isn't being neutral when it treats religious organizations worse than everyone else". (more...)
- June 30, 2017
Writing for the court, Chief Justice John Roberts said "the exclusion of Trinity Lutheran from a public benefit for which it is otherwise qualified, exclusively because it is a church, is odious to our Constitution". The question could end up being decided by the U.S. Supreme Court . Rather, Cortman praised the court's recognition of "the commonsense principle that government isn't being neutral when it treats religious organizations worse than everyone else". (more...)
These Are The Little Ways Kate Middleton Uses Her Art History Major
- June 30, 2017
Kate also revealed a more embarrassing anecdote about her dad Michael, saying: "My father is not going to appreciate this but we were walking past Tim Henman and we had just seen Sampras play". The source said , "She loves the effect is has on her skin". Meanwhile, The Duchess stepped out this week in what has been described by British Vogue as "her most stylish moment yet". (more...)
- June 30, 2017
Kate also revealed a more embarrassing anecdote about her dad Michael, saying: "My father is not going to appreciate this but we were walking past Tim Henman and we had just seen Sampras play". The source said , "She loves the effect is has on her skin". Meanwhile, The Duchess stepped out this week in what has been described by British Vogue as "her most stylish moment yet". (more...)
Man gets arrested, gives police a 'Get out of Jail Free' card
- June 30, 2017
The suspect also reportedly had quite the sense of humor. Deputies said the man had been carrying the card just in case he was taken into custody. The card did generate plenty of laughs, but did not earn the Ramsey County man his freedom. (more...)
- June 30, 2017
The suspect also reportedly had quite the sense of humor. Deputies said the man had been carrying the card just in case he was taken into custody. The card did generate plenty of laughs, but did not earn the Ramsey County man his freedom. (more...)
Germany slams Saudi Arabia's 'provocative' demands on Qatar
- June 30, 2017
But Sunday, Tillerson said it would be very hard for Qatar to meet some of the Saudi demands . Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain and Egypt ended diplomatic relations with Qatar earlier this month, and enforced a blockade on Doha from land, sea and air. (more...)
- June 30, 2017
But Sunday, Tillerson said it would be very hard for Qatar to meet some of the Saudi demands . Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain and Egypt ended diplomatic relations with Qatar earlier this month, and enforced a blockade on Doha from land, sea and air. (more...)
Next Three Years Will Decide Fate of Our Planet's Climate, Experts Warn
- June 30, 2017
While the greenhouse gases poured into the atmosphere over the last two centuries have only gradually taken effect, future changes are likely to be faster, scientists fear. The alleged unfairness of the Paris Climate Change agreement, according to President Trump, lies in its uneven demands for economic sacrifice for the USA and the consequent blow to our country's economic growth. (more...)
- June 30, 2017
While the greenhouse gases poured into the atmosphere over the last two centuries have only gradually taken effect, future changes are likely to be faster, scientists fear. The alleged unfairness of the Paris Climate Change agreement, according to President Trump, lies in its uneven demands for economic sacrifice for the USA and the consequent blow to our country's economic growth. (more...)
Man tries to drive vehicle into crowd at French mosque
- June 30, 2017
Man said he wanted to avenge attacks linked to Islamic State, according to local media. Police say a man attempted to drive his vehicle into a crowd of people outside a mosque in Paris. A witness told Le Parisien: 'People did not yell, everyone remained calm. The country has suffered several attacks since then, including a truck-ramming assault that killed at least 86 people in Nice a year ago. (more...)
- June 30, 2017
Man said he wanted to avenge attacks linked to Islamic State, according to local media. Police say a man attempted to drive his vehicle into a crowd of people outside a mosque in Paris. A witness told Le Parisien: 'People did not yell, everyone remained calm. The country has suffered several attacks since then, including a truck-ramming assault that killed at least 86 people in Nice a year ago. (more...)
House committee unexpectedly backs Barbara Lee's bill to end military authorization
- June 30, 2017
Lawmakers applauded when the amendment was added by voice vote to the defense spending bill, highlighting the frustration many members of Congress feel about the Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF), which was initially approved to authorize the response to the September 11, 2001, attacks. (more...)
- June 30, 2017
Lawmakers applauded when the amendment was added by voice vote to the defense spending bill, highlighting the frustration many members of Congress feel about the Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF), which was initially approved to authorize the response to the September 11, 2001, attacks. (more...)
'Inhumans' Star Henry Ian Cusick On Releasing The Series In IMAX
- June 30, 2017
Viewers of the " Marvel's Inhumans " trailer seem to love Lockjaw , but he is the only character to receive an overwhelmingly positive reaction. Inhumans is going ALL IN on the giant CG dog angle, as evidenced by the stinger scene at the end of the trailer with Lockjaw bouncing around adorably. (more...)
- June 30, 2017
Viewers of the " Marvel's Inhumans " trailer seem to love Lockjaw , but he is the only character to receive an overwhelmingly positive reaction. Inhumans is going ALL IN on the giant CG dog angle, as evidenced by the stinger scene at the end of the trailer with Lockjaw bouncing around adorably. (more...)
Philly DA Seth Williams to accept plea deal in federal corruption trial
- June 30, 2017
Williams said he might pick up some work for friends, but has not really thought about it. After the plea, Williams appealed to U.S. District Judge Paul S. Over the past two weeks, trial testimony dwelled on troubling information about Williams's finances, including accusations from federal prosecutors that he made a habit out of using his position to bribe contacts into funding luxuries he couldn't afford, like all-inclusive vacations to Punta Cana, a $3,000 custom sofa and a Jaguar ... (more...)
- June 30, 2017
Williams said he might pick up some work for friends, but has not really thought about it. After the plea, Williams appealed to U.S. District Judge Paul S. Over the past two weeks, trial testimony dwelled on troubling information about Williams's finances, including accusations from federal prosecutors that he made a habit out of using his position to bribe contacts into funding luxuries he couldn't afford, like all-inclusive vacations to Punta Cana, a $3,000 custom sofa and a Jaguar ... (more...)
North Korea pays for lavish spending, missile program with black-market trade
- June 30, 2017
Earlier on Thursday, North Korea called Trump a "psychopath" as tensions escalated following the death of American student Otto Warmbier, who was evacuated in a coma from North Korean detention last week. However, the deal was ended two months later when North Korea launched what it claims was a rocket to put a satellite into orbit. He cited Pyongyang's analysis that a denuclearization applying only to the Korean Peninsula carries little meaning because the USA and its allies "deployed a ... (more...)
- June 30, 2017
Earlier on Thursday, North Korea called Trump a "psychopath" as tensions escalated following the death of American student Otto Warmbier, who was evacuated in a coma from North Korean detention last week. However, the deal was ended two months later when North Korea launched what it claims was a rocket to put a satellite into orbit. He cited Pyongyang's analysis that a denuclearization applying only to the Korean Peninsula carries little meaning because the USA and its allies "deployed a ... (more...)
Airstrike on ISIS Prison in Syria Kills Dozens, Activists Say
- June 30, 2017
But Airwars , an organization that tracks civilian casualty reports through social media and other sources, said that as of June 8, the coalition had killed at least 4,118 civilians, and perhaps more than 16,000, since the start of the bombing campaign. (more...)
- June 30, 2017
But Airwars , an organization that tracks civilian casualty reports through social media and other sources, said that as of June 8, the coalition had killed at least 4,118 civilians, and perhaps more than 16,000, since the start of the bombing campaign. (more...)
'I Don't Like Losing': President Trump Speaks on 'Energy Dominance'
- June 30, 2017
Trump said, "Americans were told that our nation could only solve this energy crisis by imposing draconian restrictions on energy production". President Donald Trump talked up domestic " energy dominance " on Thursday by promoting the economic benefits of USA liquefied natural gas exports. (more...)
- June 30, 2017
Trump said, "Americans were told that our nation could only solve this energy crisis by imposing draconian restrictions on energy production". President Donald Trump talked up domestic " energy dominance " on Thursday by promoting the economic benefits of USA liquefied natural gas exports. (more...)
Berks to get medical marijuana dispensary
- June 30, 2017
We remain on track to provide medication to patients in 2018."Permits for Montgomey County were awarded to TerraVida Holistic Centers LLC and Ilera Healthcare LLC". Restore Integrative Wellness Center LLC, received permits for a dispensary at 8003 Old York Road in Cheltenham, Montgomery County, in addition to a primary location in Philadelphia. (more...)
- June 30, 2017
We remain on track to provide medication to patients in 2018."Permits for Montgomey County were awarded to TerraVida Holistic Centers LLC and Ilera Healthcare LLC". Restore Integrative Wellness Center LLC, received permits for a dispensary at 8003 Old York Road in Cheltenham, Montgomery County, in addition to a primary location in Philadelphia. (more...)
Sen. Lindsey Graham blasts President Trump's attack on Morning Joe hosts
- June 30, 2017
As did Senator Susand Collins. She said she hoped Trump could focus on legislation being worked on in Congress and that she thought he was "capable of doing some really good things for the American people". We know that the President has no respect for women. The White House also defended the President. Fox News' Meghan McCain bluntly called out President Donald Trump for his tweet-attack of MSNBC's "Morning Joe" co-host Mika Brzezinski - saying it was "beneath the dignity ... (more...)
- June 30, 2017
As did Senator Susand Collins. She said she hoped Trump could focus on legislation being worked on in Congress and that she thought he was "capable of doing some really good things for the American people". We know that the President has no respect for women. The White House also defended the President. Fox News' Meghan McCain bluntly called out President Donald Trump for his tweet-attack of MSNBC's "Morning Joe" co-host Mika Brzezinski - saying it was "beneath the dignity ... (more...)
Blocking money to church playground 'odious', US Supreme Court rules
- June 30, 2017
Justices Sotomayor and Ginsburg dissented, arguing that government can not provide public funds directly to a church. In 2012, the state Supreme Court ruled against nonpublic schools getting the money so public funds were pulled from 109 private schools in New Mexico. (more...)
- June 30, 2017
Justices Sotomayor and Ginsburg dissented, arguing that government can not provide public funds directly to a church. In 2012, the state Supreme Court ruled against nonpublic schools getting the money so public funds were pulled from 109 private schools in New Mexico. (more...)
Democrats Revolt Against Nancy Pelosi
- June 30, 2017
If the woman who made history as the first (and thus far, only) female speaker of the House of Representatives is about to be deposed as her party's leader, she will not be going quietly. SC congressional candidate Joe Cunningham, a Democrat, said Wednesday that the Democratic Party needs new leadership, and that if he is elected to Congress in that state's 1st District, he won't vote for Pelosi for a leadership position. (more...)
- June 30, 2017
If the woman who made history as the first (and thus far, only) female speaker of the House of Representatives is about to be deposed as her party's leader, she will not be going quietly. SC congressional candidate Joe Cunningham, a Democrat, said Wednesday that the Democratic Party needs new leadership, and that if he is elected to Congress in that state's 1st District, he won't vote for Pelosi for a leadership position. (more...)
Explosive noises heard at Brussels train station
- June 29, 2017
He told the BBC: "As we entered into the station, we were evacuated loudly by some security personnel". There were no other casualties, he said. Local media has reported , what sounded like an explosion, and the gunshots. A spokesman for Belgium's railway operator said a crowd in the station panicked and ran for the tracks following the incident. Suicide bombings on the city's subway and at an airport killed 32 people a year ago. (more...)
- June 29, 2017
He told the BBC: "As we entered into the station, we were evacuated loudly by some security personnel". There were no other casualties, he said. Local media has reported , what sounded like an explosion, and the gunshots. A spokesman for Belgium's railway operator said a crowd in the station panicked and ran for the tracks following the incident. Suicide bombings on the city's subway and at an airport killed 32 people a year ago. (more...)
Handel looks to unify voters after crucial Congressional win
- June 29, 2017
To side with his critics, and also not being from the South, I initially viewed Ossoff as out of place in the race. Its inexplicable to me that Donald Trump supporters can not or will not see that Democrats and Republicans alike lost so much more than an election . (more...)
- June 29, 2017
To side with his critics, and also not being from the South, I initially viewed Ossoff as out of place in the race. Its inexplicable to me that Donald Trump supporters can not or will not see that Democrats and Republicans alike lost so much more than an election . (more...)
Former DHS Secretary: DNC, States Were Resistant to Hacking Help
- June 29, 2017
The US continues to state that none of the attacks directly election vote counts. Bloomberg previously reported that 39 state election systems were targeted by hackers associated with the Kremlin. The Senate committee was hearing from officials at the Homeland Security Department and the FBI's counterintelligence division . Johnson told lawmakers that the level of Russian state interference with US voting systems was "unprecedented in scale and scope", and said the USA government must ... (more...)
- June 29, 2017
The US continues to state that none of the attacks directly election vote counts. Bloomberg previously reported that 39 state election systems were targeted by hackers associated with the Kremlin. The Senate committee was hearing from officials at the Homeland Security Department and the FBI's counterintelligence division . Johnson told lawmakers that the level of Russian state interference with US voting systems was "unprecedented in scale and scope", and said the USA government must ... (more...)
There's reportedly a new name close to Trump in the Russian Federation investigation
- June 29, 2017
The President dispatched Schiller to Federal Bureau of Investigation headquarters to hand-deliver the letter of termination for former director James Comey , a decision that raised eyebrows in the intelligence community and on Capitol Hill. (more...)
- June 29, 2017
The President dispatched Schiller to Federal Bureau of Investigation headquarters to hand-deliver the letter of termination for former director James Comey , a decision that raised eyebrows in the intelligence community and on Capitol Hill. (more...)
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