| Senator Warren launches 2020 campaign, sounds note of economic equality Posted: 09 Feb 2019 05:51 PM PST ![Senator Warren launches 2020 campaign, sounds note of economic equality]( "Senator Warren launches 2020 campaign, sounds note of economic equality") The Massachusetts Democrat, a leader of the party's progressive wing, made her announcement from a historic site in Lawrence - a city northwest of Boston that was once the hub of textile mills and which launched the U.S. organized labor movement. The fight to build an America where dreams are possible, an America that works for everyone," Warren said. "And that is why I stand here today: to declare that I am a candidate for president of the United States of America." Warren is part of an increasingly crowded and diverse field of Democrats vying for the chance to challenge President Donald Trump, the likely Republican nominee.
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| Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax could face articles of impeachment Monday Posted: 10 Feb 2019 12:50 PM PST  The second accusation of sexual assault against Fairfax has prompted one lawmaker to threaten impeachment proceedings against the lieutenant governor.
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| Caught in Syria, foreign jihadist suspects may face trial in Iraq Posted: 09 Feb 2019 06:10 PM PST  Their home countries don't want them and holding trials in Syria isn't an option: now suspected foreign jihadists could end up facing tough justice over the border in Iraq. As the final shred of the once-sprawling jihadist "caliphate" crumbles in eastern Syria, Kurdish-led forces backed by the US have captured hundreds more diehard foreign fighters. The American military -- which spearheads an international coalition fighting IS -- has in the past shown itself willing to hand those captured in Syria to the authorities in Iraq.
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| Valentine's Day gift ideas for new boyfriends - What to get him if you're a new couple in 2019 Posted: 10 Feb 2019 04:54 AM PST  Valentine's Daycan be an intimidating event for new couples. Whether you've only been on two or three dates, or have been together for a few months, you're probably still getting to know each other's tastes. Knowing what to buy for a new love interest can be tough. You've possibly not yet met their friends, so don't have them to fall back on for ideas. And the pressure's on not to be completely outdone by your potential other half. One option could be to head to a pop-up Valentine's market, such as the one taking place in London's Covent Garden, which will be filled with gifts from the likes of Tom Ford, Miller Harris and Godiva. Otherwise, take inspiration from our collection of some ideal gift ideas for a new man in your life. Food and drink 1. Bonnie Sauce Co. hot sauce selection gift set £18.95, Not on the High Street Chilli sauce has never been as popular in Britain as it is today. Where once households might just have a bottle of Tabasco, now you can't open a kitchen cupboard without a globe-trotting array of exotic sources: habanero, chipotle, peri-peri, Sriracha - they're all in there. With chillies having their moment in the sun, this set of artisan sauces is sure to bring some heat to your fledgling relationship. The set, from The Bonnie Sauce Co, comes with a Fiery Scotch Bonnet, a Smoky Chipotle, a Mango and Habanero and a Jalapeño and Lime - there's sure to be one for any (romantic) meal. 2. Craft beer case £33.50, Amazon The craft beer craze shows no signs of slowing down, and this case, with 10 different beers, would make a fabulous Valentine's present for a beer-loving boyfriend. Included are several top craft beers from some of the best breweries - Goose Island IPA, Camden Hells, Thornbridge Wild Raven, Brewdog Punk IPA and much more. 3. Le Creuset cast iron heart casserole dish £160, John Lewis For boyfriends who love to cook, this Le Creuset pot will add a romantic touch to the kitchen. It'll also be a subtle hint for your new partner to cook for you more. Le Creuset cookware isn't cheap, but each piece comes with a lifetime guarantee, so if you're thinking ahead, when you finally move in together you'll be able to use this premium dish as much as you like. 4. The Collection Prosecco & chocolates gift set £20, Marks & Spencer If you're having a romantic Valentine's evening in, this chocolate and Prosecco set is ideal. It's an indulgent match, with Casa D'Amello Prosecco and a collection of the finest chocolates. 5. Personalised Marmite £11.99, Prezzybox.com Credit: prezzybox.com Valentine's Day isn't for everyone. You either love it or you hate it. So what better gift than a jar of spread that divides opinion? Show that you can spread the love and be witty at the same time. (It's also suitable for vegetarians). Restaurants and experiences 1. Two nights for the price of one hotel break - deluxe selection £139, Buy a Gift There's nothing better to spark a new romance than a weekend getaway at a beautiful location. This voucher gets you two nights' accommodation and breakfast with your new love at one of 35 possible locations across the country. 2. Thames jazz cruise with three course dinner and bubbles £130, Buy a Gift This is a perfect romantic evening for a music-loving couple. A cruise down the Thames, a glass of bubbly, smooth jazz playing in the background, and a top three-course meal. Love will definitely be in the air. 3. Sexy Fish Valentine's Day menu £120pp, Sexy Fish Credit: Sexy Fish If you want a special dinner date in a more lively environment, head to Sexy Fish in Mayfair, London, where a special Valentine's Day tasting menu is available between February 9th and February 14th. Sexy Fish is an Asian-inspired restaurant and bar, and the menu features delights like scallops and caviar, a sushi platter and a special Valentine dessert. While it looks pricey, you'll get a lot of very good food. The room will be suitably decorated with red heart balloons, and any guest who chooses the special menu will receive a glass of Perrier Jouet. To book, visit www.sexyfish.com. 4. Aqua Sana Time Together spa day for two £115pp, Aqua Sana Credit: Aqua Sana Everyone needs a relaxing spa treatment to get through the long winter, and even better if you can share it with your new love. This voucher gives you access to a day at one of five Aqua Sana spas. Aside from access to the spa, you'll get bespoke facials and a back, neck and shoulder massage; refreshments on arrival; lunch at the cafe bar and more. Grooming products 1. Davidoff Coolwater Mild £14.22, Amazon Davidoff Coolwater is a classic, having been launched in 1988. It's a light, fresh scent, with hints of sandalwood, lavender, jasmine and mint. Popular and not too expensive, it's ideal for a new boyfriend. 2. Clinique For Men essentials kit £30, Feel Unique Men love to be pampered, too, and this set from Clinique features four products to keep your new man's skin smooth and young-looking. Included are a face scrub, face wash, moisturiser and anti-ageing eye cream. 3. Cornerstone razor blades and beauty products £14 for six razors, Cornerstone Cornerstone is a premium razor brand offering a tailored subscription service. Its German-engineered blades have been praised by pretty much everyone who has used them. If you're not quite sure what your new boyfriend's shaving patterns are, why not opt for a one-off purchase? Choose a set of razor blades, or grooming products such as face wash, face scrub, shaving gel and post-shave balm. Tech and gadgets 1. Timex Fairfield contactless brown leather watch £159, H Samuel The Fairfield Contactless is a brand-new offering from Timex. The 'contactless' refers to the ability to make contactless payments. Unlike many of the new watches with technical capabilities, the Timex Fairfield maintains a classic, classy design. 2. Bose SoundLink waterproof portable Bluetooth speaker £99.95, John Lewis The Bose SoundLink is a remarkable speaker for its size. It can fit in the palm of your hand, but its sound can easily fill a room. It's ideal for long Netflix sessions, replacing tinny laptop noise with a fuller sound. What's more, it's waterproof, so you can also take long, romantic bubble baths accompanied by your favourite music. 3. 'Central Perk' ceramic coffee mug £9.18, Amazon Both Friends and plastic have been big news this month. So if your boyfriend is a Friends-loving coffee fan (who would like to cut down on his use of disposable cups), this present is ideal. The portable, ceramic mug references the famous cafe around which the TV show revolved (how did they manage to bag the best table every time?). Looking to find your special someone? Visit Telegraph Dating at dating.telegraph.co.uk View latest offers from Buyagift Black Friday products
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| Photos of Our New Long-Term 2019 Honda Insight Posted: 11 Feb 2019 08:30 AM PST |
| The Latest: Bahrain says it could still pursue refugee Posted: 11 Feb 2019 02:56 AM PST  BANGKOK (AP) — The Latest on the release of Bahraini soccer player with refugee status in Australia who was released from Thai detention after extradition request was withdrawn (all times local):
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| AOC suggests cocktail recipes to sip while sorting different political issues: 'Hard Brexit - a straight shot of bathtub gin' Posted: 11 Feb 2019 10:50 AM PST  Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the New York congresswoman and former bartender, has suggested a series of special cocktail recipes for those working for change. The recipes, which include one named Hard Brexit – "a straight shot of bathtub gin, with no imported botanicals" – followed an online suggestion by journalist Anand Giridharadas, who recently said the 29-year-old congresswoman had in a month "changed America's discourse about billionaires and the common good". Ms Ocasio-Cortez, the youngest woman ever elected to Congress, responded in style with six ideas, described as "cocktails for the revolution".
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| PM May to Make Statement to Parliament on Tuesday: Brexit Update Posted: 11 Feb 2019 09:15 AM PST  Jack Dromey, the Labour politician whose cross-party amendment with Conservative Caroline Spelman to block a no-deal Brexit was passed by the House of Commons last month, said he is waiting until after Theresa May speaks on Tuesday before deciding whether to propose a repeat. "Has she got the message?" Dromey said in an interview.
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| U.S. lawmakers meet on border security, scrambling to avert shutdown Posted: 11 Feb 2019 02:35 PM PST  The talks, which had broken down over the weekend, restarted in the U.S. Capitol just hours before a scheduled rally in the Texas border city of El Paso, where President Donald Trump will promote his promised wall along the U.S.-Mexico border, a proposal opposed by Democrats. In Washington, the lawmakers hope to reach an agreement on Monday to allow time for the legislation to pass the House of Representatives and Senate and get Trump's signature by Friday, when funding is due to expire for the Department of Homeland Security, the Justice Department and several other federal agencies. Trump, who in December said he would be "proud" to shut the federal government over border security, took a different tack on Monday.
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| Virginia scandal: Why politicians shouldn't always be purged over past blackface incidents Posted: 11 Feb 2019 09:20 AM PST  Every decades-old instance of blackface does not deserve the gong and the hook. Especially when civil rights are at stake, as they could be in Virginia.
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| US Muslim lawmaker's tweet sparks anti-Semitism charges Posted: 11 Feb 2019 10:19 AM PST  Ilhan Omar, one of the first two Muslim women in the US Congress, drew stern rebukes from Republicans and fellow Democrats Monday after suggesting US support for Israel is fueled by money from the pro-Israel lobby AIPAC. "It's all about the Benjamins baby," Omar replied, referring to American $100 bills featuring the likeness of Benjamin Franklin.
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| 20-year-old jet skier dies after going missing for hours off coast of Long Beach Posted: 10 Feb 2019 11:53 PM PST  A jet skier died not long after rescue crews found him in the ocean following an hourslong search for him off the coast of Long Beach Sunday.
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| Conjoined twins die in Yemen due to lack of medical equipment Posted: 10 Feb 2019 06:24 AM PST  Conjoined twin boys born under blockade in Yemen nearly three weeks ago died on Saturday after attempts to secure a potentially life-saving evacuation failed. In a statement carried by the Houthi-run Saba news, the health ministry said the twins' deaths reflected the humanitarian situation Yemen's children are facing as a result of the war. The boys' plight and the flurry of international media it generated has cast the politics of Yemen's war and their human cost into stark relief. Abdelkhaleq and Abdelkarim were born in Houthi-controlled Sanaa, at a hospital so woefully underequipped after years of bombardment and blockade by the Saudi-led coalition that doctors could perform an MRI. The twins' doctors had begged for them to be evacuated to a hospital equipped to give them life-saving treatment. "They need to travel immediately. They will not be able to survive in Yemen under the social, political and economic circumstances in this country," said Dr Faisal al-Balbali, the head of the neonatal unit at al-Thawra hospital in Sanaa. But Yemen's airspace is controlled by the Saudi-led coalition and, following Houthi missile attacks on Saudi Arabia, no civilian flights have taken off from Sanaa since 2015. The only flights permitted in and out are those operated by the United Nations. Despite offers from a Saudi organisation, the King Salman Center for Relief and Humanitarian Works, to provide the needed medical care, no way around the blockade was found. Yemen's nearly four-year war has seen the country brought to the brink of starvation, its infrastructure destroyed, as Iran-backed Houthi rebels battle the Saudi-led coalition which aims to restore the government of Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi, who was ousted by the Houthis in 2014. UN-led peace talks re-started in December 2018 and aim to implement a ceasefire and military withdrawal in Red Sea port city Hodeidah, and to reopen Sanaa airport.
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| Hawaii storm brings 60-foot waves, damaging winds, power outages Posted: 11 Feb 2019 04:37 AM PST  A winter storm reached Hawaii over the weekend, bringing dangerous surf conditions in some parts of the state and gusty winds throughout.
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| Trump's Afghan envoy intensifies peace efforts with Taliban Posted: 10 Feb 2019 09:38 AM PST  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration's special envoy for Afghanistan is returning to the country after stops in Europe and the Middle East for an extended diplomatic tour aimed at pushing a U.S. peace initiative.
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| The 2020 BMW Alpina B7 Is the Fastest Sedan You Can Buy Posted: 11 Feb 2019 08:33 AM PST  Alpina's latest luxurious creation will top out at 205 mph.
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| Zimbabwe Teachers Call Off Strike, to Return to Work Monday Posted: 10 Feb 2019 10:14 AM PST  The strike, which follows a stay away by state doctors and fuel price protests last month that left 12 dead, was marred by intimidation from military officials and politicians, the unions have previously said. "The employer is thus advised to take advantage of this detente to introspect and come up with a well thought out meaningful and long lasting solution on the salary grievances," the Zimbabwe Teachers Association and Progressive Teachers Union of Zimbabwe said in a jont statement.
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| Border wall negotiations hit hurdle as Democrats push for cap on number of ICE detainees Posted: 10 Feb 2019 03:36 PM PST  "The president is going to build the wall," Mulvaney said on "Fox News Sunday." "But this is going to get built with or without Congress."
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| Virginia leader accused of rape will have to resign if claims are true: governor Posted: 10 Feb 2019 10:43 AM PST  In a CBS interview to be broadcast on Monday, Governor Ralph Northam said he had learned from the controversy that erupted on Feb. 1 when a racist photo surfaced from his medical school yearbook, and that as a former pediatrician he could help Virginians heal. Virginia also needs someone who is strong, who has empathy, who has courage and who has a moral compass," Northam told CBS "This Morning" co-host Gayle King. "And that's why I'm not going anywhere." According to excerpts of the interview provided on Sunday by CBS, Northam was asked about allegations of sexual crimes, including rape, that have been made by two women against Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax, a fellow Democrat and the state's second-highest elected official.
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| Recycled Plastic Pendants, Yves Klein Blue Paint, and Other Great New Products Posted: 11 Feb 2019 01:02 PM PST |
| Israel readies to raze Palestinian murder suspect's home Posted: 10 Feb 2019 03:21 AM PST  The Israeli army said Sunday it had started preparations to demolish the West Bank home of a Palestinian suspected of killing an Israeli woman. "Overnight, troops operated in Hebron, where the suspect in the murder of Ori Ansbacher is from," the army said in an English-language statement. The suspect was arrested over the weekend and has not yet been charged.
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| Omar Apologizes After Pelosi Blasts Her Use of ‘Anti-Semitic Tropes’ Posted: 11 Feb 2019 05:27 PM PST  "Anti-Semitism is real and I am grateful for Jewish allies and colleagues who are educating me on the painful history of anti-Semitic tropes," Omar of Minnesota wrote on Twitter. "At the same time, I reaffirm the problematic role of lobbyists in our politics, whether it be AIPAC, the NRA or the fossil fuel industry." She was referring to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee and the National Rifle Association. Omar, in messages on Twitter Sunday night, implied that U.S. policy on Israel was influenced by money and by AIPAC.
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| Potential dangers of not removing the snow, ice off your vehicle before driving Posted: 11 Feb 2019 06:54 AM PST  The accumulation of snow and ice on the vehicle can have significant impacts on both the driver and those around. Experts explain why it is important to remove all the ice and snow from your vehicle before driving.
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| Zimbabwe teachers' unions suspend national strike Posted: 10 Feb 2019 10:36 AM PST  Zimbabwean teachers have suspended a national strike seeking better pay, unions said on Sunday, but warned that they could walk out from their jobs again if the government did not meet their demands. Teachers went on strike on Feb. 5 after negotiations between the government and public-sector workers broke down, heightening political tension after last month's violent protests that were met by a security crackdown. Teachers' unions met Education Minister Paul Mavima in Harare and agreed to return to work on Monday.
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| Trump Is Rooting for Ocasio-Cortez’s Democratic Party Posted: 11 Feb 2019 09:18 AM PST  For the moment, at least, the energy in the Democratic Party is all on the left – and I mean hard left. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the charismatic and camera-ready new congresswoman from New York, champions the Democrats' current zeal for symmetry. The filmmaker Michael Moore, for one, calls her the leader of the party and wishes the Constitution could be changed so that she doesn't need to wait until she's 35 to be president (she's 29).
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| Brother of Lauren Sanchez reportedly is source of Bezos' leaked texts, photos Posted: 11 Feb 2019 08:53 AM PST  The brother of former Los Angeles news anchor Lauren Sanchez reportedly leaked texts and photos shared between her and Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos.
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| Toppled Malaysian leader's 1MDB trial delayed Posted: 11 Feb 2019 03:01 AM PST  Former Malaysian premier Najib Razak's trial over a massive financial scandal that contributed to his government's downfall was postponed Monday, in a blow to slow-moving efforts to bring the disgraced politician to justice. Najib had been due to go on trial Tuesday for the first time over allegations linked to his involvement in the looting of Malaysian sovereign wealth fund 1MDB in a fraud that reverberated around the world. Billions of dollars were allegedly stolen by Najib and his cronies from 1MDB, which was set up to help develop Malaysia's economy, and spent on everything from high-end real estate to expensive artworks.
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| 6 Reasons You're Getting a Smaller Social Security Check Posted: 11 Feb 2019 07:49 AM PST ![6 Reasons You're Getting a Smaller Social Security Check]( "6 Reasons You're Getting a Smaller Social Security Check") Most workers are eligible to create a my Social Security account and get a personalized estimate of their future Social Security payments at various ages. -- Medicare Part B premiums withheld. Read on to find out more about the reasons your Social Security payments could be reduced.
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| For more streamlined chicken enchiladas, use a slow cooker Posted: 11 Feb 2019 08:07 AM PST  Chicken enchiladas offer a rich and complex combination of flavors and textures, but traditional cooking methods can be tedious.
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| Acting Pentagon chief supports Kabul role in peace talks Posted: 11 Feb 2019 08:34 AM PST  Shanahan, making his first trip to Afghanistan in his new role, met U.S. troops and Afghan President Ashraf Ghani. Ghani's government has been shut out of the peace talks between Taliban negotiators and U.S. envoys, with the hardline Islamist movement branding it a U.S. puppet. "It is important that the Afghan government is involved in discussions regarding Afghanistan," Shanahan told reporters traveling with him on the previously unannounced trip.
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| Trump declares racial 'double standard' in Virginia scandals Posted: 10 Feb 2019 07:52 AM PST  President Trump addressed the scandals currently involving several Virginia officials, tweeting that "African Americans are very angry at the double standard on full display" in the state.
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| Massive crowds mark 40th anniversary of Iran revolution Posted: 11 Feb 2019 12:36 PM PST  Iran's president on Monday insisted "enemy" plots against the country would fail as vast crowds marked 40 years since the Islamic revolution at a time of heightened tensions with the United States. "The presence of people today on the streets all over Islamic Iran... means that the enemy will never reach its evil objectives," a defiant President Hassan Rouhani told those thronging Tehran's Azadi (Freedom) Square, decrying a "conspiracy" involving Washington. Chador-clad women, militia members in camouflage fatigues and ordinary citizens marched through the capital in freezing rain to commemorate the day in February 1979 that Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini ended millennia of royal rule.
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| Teenager secretly gets vaccinated and blasts 'conspiracy theory-believing' anti-vax parents: 'God knows how I'm still alive' Posted: 11 Feb 2019 01:35 PM PST  A teenager has told how be secretly got vaccinated against the wishes of his parents, who he claimed believed debunked anti-vaccine "conspiracy theories", they read on the internet. Ethan Lindenberger, 18, appealed for help on a Reddit forum, asking which vaccines he should obtain as he said had never received any, because "my parents are kind of stupid and don't believe in vaccines". After reading the advice, and consulting with a pastor, the teenager last December walked into a department of heath office in Norwalk, Ohio, and obtained vaccines for hepatitis A, hepatitis B, influenza and HPV.
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| Seattle is having its snowiest February in 70 years – and more is on the way Posted: 10 Feb 2019 10:31 PM PST  After a weekend snowstorm pummeled normally mild Seattle, making this month the city's snowiest February since 1949, more is on the way.
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| Every New Hybrid Car Available in 2019 Posted: 11 Feb 2019 08:39 AM PST |
| Thai election panel disqualifies princess as PM candidate Posted: 11 Feb 2019 02:40 AM PST  The Election Commission released the official list of parties' candidates for prime minister without the name of Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Barnavadi, 67, the king's elder sister. The list excluded Ubolratana "because every member of the royal family comes within the application of the same rule requiring the monarch to be above politics and to be politically neutral," the panel said in a statement after a meeting. The princess had accepted the nomination of the Thai Raksa Chart party, a populist movement drawn from supporters of ousted ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra, who has been at the center of more than a decade of turmoil in Thai politics.
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| It snowed in... Maui, Hawaii? Posted: 11 Feb 2019 09:38 AM PST  Yes, it snowed in Maui, Hawaii. This video is believed to have been shot at an elevation of 6,200 feet, inside a Hawaii State Park. Hawaii's Department of Land and Natural Resources says it may very well be the first time snow has fallen at a state park in the state.
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| Elizabeth Warren Says Trump 'May Not Even Be a Free Person' by 2020 Posted: 11 Feb 2019 05:05 AM PST  As she kicks off her presidential campaign in Iowa
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| The 10 days that changed Iran forever Posted: 11 Feb 2019 01:37 AM PST  From the return to Tehran of exiled revolutionary leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini to the fall of the shah's last government, Iran's 1979 Islamic revolution was over in 10 days. Here are the highlights of what has become known as the 10 Days of Dawn, or Daheh Fajr in Farsi, which ended 25 centuries of monarchy and are officially celebrated in Iran every year. On February 1, 1979 Shiite opposition leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini makes a triumphant return to Tehran after more than 14 years in exile, mostly in Iraq.
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| The Latest: Synagogue shooting suspect pleads not guilty Posted: 11 Feb 2019 06:41 AM PST  PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Latest on the arraignment for the suspected Pittsburgh synagogue shooter (all times local):
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