The House minority leader quickly corrected himself, saying he’d “fight hard” for Americans’ voting rights. The House minority leader quickly corrected himself, saying he’d “fight hard” for Americans’ voting rights. LOADINGERROR LOADING House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) made a gassy gaffe while addressing the newly sworn-in 119th Congress on Friday. At one point, Jeffries promised his colleagues that the Democratic Party would “never abandon the long walk towards freedom” and would “fight hard” during the next session of Congress. Advertisement “We will fight hard to defend the freedom of opportunity that makes the American dream possible,” he said, before…
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Ann Telnaes, a Pulitzer Prize winner, wrote that her editor prevented her from doing the “critical job” of holding “powerful people and institutions accountable.” Ann Telnaes, a Pulitzer Prize winner, wrote that her editor prevented her from doing the “critical job” of holding “powerful people and institutions accountable.” LOADINGERROR LOADING Washington Post editorial cartoonist Ann Telnaes on Friday revealed that she was quitting the newspaper after it rejected a sketch depicting its billionaire owner, Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, on bended knee for Republican President-elect Donald Trump. “I have had editorial feedback and productive conversations—and some differences—about cartoons I have submitted for…
“Donald, this is not the Soviet Union. You can’t change the truth and you cannot silence us,” wrote the former congresswoman. “Donald, this is not the Soviet Union. You can’t change the truth and you cannot silence us,” wrote the former congresswoman. LOADINGERROR LOADING Former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) on Friday checked Donald Trump over his latest string of “malicious lies,” after the president-elect continued his push to rewrite the history of the deadly insurrection at the U.S. Capitol just days before the fourth anniversary of the attack. “Donald, this is not the Soviet Union. You can’t change the truth and…
“Merrick Garland wasted a year,” Rep. Jerrold Nadler said ahead of the fourth anniversary of the 2021 Capitol riot. “Merrick Garland wasted a year,” Rep. Jerrold Nadler said ahead of the fourth anniversary of the 2021 Capitol riot. LOADINGERROR LOADING WASHINGTON ― After a mob of his supporters attacked the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, it looked like Donald Trump’s political career was over. Democrats and Republicans alike blamed Trump for inciting the attack, and he only escaped conviction at his Senate impeachment trial — which would have barred him from the presidency forever — because Republican senators insisted it…
Stacey Plaskett, the U.S. Virgin Islands delegate, reminded the chamber that its nonvoting members collectively represent millions of Americans. Stacey Plaskett, the U.S. Virgin Islands delegate, reminded the chamber that its nonvoting members collectively represent millions of Americans. LOADINGERROR LOADING Del. Stacey Plaskett (D-Virgin Islands) made a plea to the House after the speakership vote Friday where she urged the chamber to tackle the “problem” with its nonvoting members in U.S. terrorities and the District of Columbia. “This body and this nation has a territories and a colonies problem. What was supposed to be temporary has now effectively become permanent. We…
The 39th president’s casket is bound for Atlanta and, later, Washington. The 39th president’s casket is bound for Atlanta and, later, Washington. LOADINGERROR LOADING PLAINS, Ga. (AP) — Jimmy Carter ’s long public goodbye began Saturday in south Georgia where the 39th U.S. president’s life began more than 100 years ago. A motorcade with Carter’s flag-draped casket began at the Phoebe Sumter Medical Center in Americus, where former Secret Service agents who protected the late president were serving as pallbearers and walking alongside the hearse as it left the medical center’s campus. Advertisement The Carter family, including the former president’s…
Press Council seeks report from Chhattisgarh government on journalist’s murder Press Council seeks report from Chhattisgarh government on journalist’s murder Press Council seeks report from Chhattisgarh government on journalist’s murder NewsIndiaPress Council seeks report from Chhattisgarh government on journalist’s murder PCI Chairperson Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai took suo motu cognisance of the death of Mukesh Chandrakar in Bastar and called for a report on the facts of the case from the state government. Listen to Story Live TV Advertisement The reporter, Mukesh Chandrakar, had recently done a story on irregularities in a Rs 120 crore road project. Press Trust of India…
Armed bikers loot Rs 3.21 lakh from Uttar Pradesh gas agency worker in daylight Armed bikers loot Rs 3.21 lakh from Uttar Pradesh gas agency worker in daylight Armed bikers loot Rs 3.21 lakh from Uttar Pradesh gas agency worker in daylight In a brazen daylight robbery, three armed bikers looted Rs 3.21 lakh from an employee of a gas agency in Uttar Pradesh’s Hapur district, officials said on Saturday. According to police, Rakesh Verma, a cashier of Nirmal Gas Agency, was on his way to deposit cash at a bank when the assailants struck. Verma, carrying a bag containing Rs…
2 arrested for stealing online shoppers’ data via dark web, Telegram in Lucknow 2 arrested for stealing online shoppers’ data via dark web, Telegram in Lucknow 2 arrested for stealing online shoppers’ data via dark web, Telegram in Lucknow Lucknow police have arrested two individuals allegedly involved in a sophisticated fraud operation that targeted Amazon Pay and Amazon Pay Later customers. The accused, Dhairya Verma and Maruf Asif Kasmani, reportedly accessed customer data through the dark web and the Telegram app, committing fraud worth crores by exploiting their accounts for online shopping. According to officials, the accused utilised a Telegram bot…
LUKE LITTLER is aiming to become the greatest darts player in history – perhaps by the age of 40. The Nuke, 17, became the youngest world champion of all time when he beat Michael van Gerwen 7-3 in an electrifying final at Ally Pally. Rex Luke Littler could become the best-ever darts player by the age of 40[/caption] AFP He would have to surpass Phil Taylor’s record of 16 World Championships[/caption] And he fancies a crack at Phil Taylor’s mark of 16 world crowns – achieved in a 23-year period – which has long been considered unmatchable in British sport.…
IRELAND has been warned to “prepare for heavy snow” as Met Eireann’s Status Orange weather warnings came into effect for 11 counties this evening. A Status Yellow snow and ice warning is also now in place for 14 counties as the public are urged to take extra care this weekend following warnings of a “multi-hazard weather event” due to hit Ireland today. Heavy winter snows and freezing temperatures are expected to cause chaosJulien Behal/PA Wire Met Eireann Weather warnings are currently in effect for 26 counties[/caption] People out walking in the snow at the Wicklow Gap mountain pass earlier todayNiall…
Special camps in Delhi for beneficiaries to avail ‘Sasta Ghar’ scheme Special camps in Delhi for beneficiaries to avail ‘Sasta Ghar’ scheme Special camps in Delhi for beneficiaries to avail ‘Sasta Ghar’ scheme Special camps are being set up for beneficiaries to avail ‘Sasta Ghar’ scheme of the DDA which was approved by the Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena last week, an official statement said on Saturday. The LG secretariat has written to the Chief Secretary to get special camps organised by concerned departments to make it convenient for beneficiaries to avail the recently announced Housing Scheme of the DDA, wherein certain…
LIMAVADY United boss Paul Owens said his players’ Christmas sacrifices had been rewarded by the stunning 1-0 extra-time victory over back-to-back Premiership champions Larne in the Clearer Water Irish Cup clash at the Showgrounds – with the sixth round draw then producing a huge Glentoran v Linfield showdown at the Oval. A Ruairí Boorman goal five minutes from the end of extra time booked the Championship club’s spot in the last 16, in which they will face Crusaders at Seaview on the weekend of January 31 and February 1. Just two weeks ago Larne stunned Belgian kingpins Gent with an…
Army to introduce grading system to evaluate 3-star officers from March 31 Army to introduce grading system to evaluate 3-star officers from March 31 Army to introduce grading system to evaluate 3-star officers from March 31 The Army is going to implement a grading system for Lieutenant Generals in a major shift in its evaluation process. Coming into effect on March 31, this new system will assess three-star officers on a scale of one to nine, a statement said on Saturday. FROM RANK TO RATINGS Until now, the grading system in the Army was only applicable to the rank of Major…
THE fiance of a British tourist found dead in a Vietnamese villa said he was “happy” in a final message. Greta Marie Otteson, 33, and Arno Els Quinton, 36, were found dead by a cleaner on Boxing Day with cops now investigating after officers found empty bottles of wine. ViralPress Greta Marie Otteson (right) and Arno Els Quinton (left) were tragically found dead on Boxing Day[/caption] ViralPress The pair had been living in a Vietnam villa since July[/caption] Quảng Nam Provincial Police Cops are now investigating after bottles of wine were found at the house[/caption] Arno’s pal – who didn’t…
Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder admitted to becoming emotional at the final whistle of his side’s 2-1 victory over Watford at Vicarage Road and not because he was returning to one of his former clubs. Having seen his side collect just one point from festive fixtures against Burnley, West Brom and Sunderland, Wilder was forced to field a team of willing youngsters and experienced players badly in need of rest to reduce the risk of aggravating injuries. Gustavo Hamer fired the Blades ahead with an early opener, but Jeremy Ngakia equalised for the hosts to go into the break level.…
A MAJOR motorway has been closed for 12 hours today after police found a man dead on the road. Cops were called to reports of a concern for the welfare of a man on the M61 at approximately 4:30am this morning. Alamy The man was found dead on the M61 at junction 6[/caption] Emergency services attended and sadly a deceased male was found on the M61 southbound at junction 6. There are believed to be no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death. The Serious Collision Investigation Unit and Bolton CID are currently undertaking a joint investigation. Officers are now appealing for…
LUKE LITTLER attracted record viewing figures for his World Darts Championship final against Michael van Gerwen. The world number two blitzed his opponent to claim his maiden world title – becoming the youngest player to do so. Rex Luke Littler helped Sky Sports attract incredible viewing figures[/caption] Alamy His win over Michael van Gerwen had a peak audience of 3.1million[/caption] Littler, 17, has been a popular figure since appearing on the world stage last year. He took the darts world by storm and after winning the Premier League and Grand Slam this year became the most googled sports person in…
THE massive clash between Liverpool and Manchester United on Sunday is firmly in DOUBT. The North West is bracing for more severe weather just days after being hit with major flooding. The Met Office map shows Liverpool and much of the North West under an amber weather warning Getty Liverpool’s clash with Man Utd is now in doubt[/caption] Torrential rain saw trains cancelled, roads closed and some people even evacuating their homes. With snow and ice now thawing and more heavy rain expected, the Met Office has issued an amber weather warning across the region. They state that “significant disruption”…