Americas

USA

Judge rejects Michael Flynn's attacks on the FBI, accuses his lawyers of plagiarism

In a 92-page ruling, a federal judge dismissed Flynn's argument that he was targeted by politically motivated federal agents.

16/12/2019

USA

Rick Gates, former Trump campaign official and Manafort partner, to be sentenced Tuesday

Prosecutors aren't opposed to no jail time following his extensive cooperation with federal investigators.

16/12/2019

USA

Private investigation of billionaire murders in Canada comes to end

Barry and Honey Sherman were found in December 2017 hanging by belts from a railing that surrounds their indoor pool.

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USA

Burglars nab jewelry worth $64 million from British model's home

A spokesman said the 35-year-old had been left "angry and shaken" after the burglars apparently evaded security officers.

16/12/2019

USA

Supreme Court won't disturb ruling against anti-homeless law

By refusing to hear the case, the court leaves in place a lower court ruling that said Idaho's ban on sleeping outside violated the Constitution.

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USA

Inspectors warn unsafe pork could make its way to consumers under Trump rule change

The new process will speed up the processing lines and reduce the number of inspectors.

16/12/2019

USA

Trump suggests he'll debate Democratic nominee, but avoid traditional host

"As President, the debates are up to me, and there are many options, including doing them directly," Trump tweeted.

16/12/2019

USA

Climate summit ends in 'disappointment' as big decisions delayed

"The future of international cooperation on climate change is not looking good, but it's not clear what the alternative would be," one expert said.

16/12/2019

USA

There are two ways to look at Trump's unchanging poll numbers on impeachment

First Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.

16/12/2019

USA

U.S. pleas with North Korea to restart nuclear talks

"It is time for us to do our jobs. Let's get this done," the U.S. envoy to North Korea said.

16/12/2019

USA

Why is this tiny Pacific Ocean nation getting VIP treatment in Beijing?

In recent years Micronesia has increasingly turned to Beijing for much needed investments and economic aid.

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USA

Parents guilty of murder and raised by radicals, Chesa Boudin is San Francisco's next DA

He's a prosecutor with a life story unlike any other — and a very different view of the criminal justice system.

16/12/2019

USA

How a Senate presidential impeachment trial works

The likely impeachment trial of Donald Trump would be just the third of a president in the nation's history.

16/12/2019

Argentina

France extradites 'butcher' of Argentina dictatorship

The ex-police officer from Argentina, who has lived for more than three decades in France, was extradited for crimes during the military dictatorship.

16/12/2019

USA

Protests turn violent for second day in Lebanon's capital

The tension reflects deepening divisions in the country that is grappling with a severe liquidity and foreign currency crunch.

16/12/2019

USA

House Judiciary Committee publishes full impeachment report to Congress

In making its case that President Donald Trump abused his power and obstructed Congress, the committee concludes, "He will almost certainly continue on this course."

16/12/2019

USA

House Judiciary Committee publishes full impeachment report

In making its case that President Donald Trump abused his power and obstructed Congress, the committee concludes, "President Trump has realized the Framers' worst nightmare."

16/12/2019

USA

Six resign from Rep. Jeff Van Drew's staff as Democrat plans to leave party

They said their decision came after reports that their boss is joining the Republican Party.

16/12/2019

USA

Schumer proposes Bolton, Mulvaney testify in Senate impeachment trial

The Senate Minority Leader sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell Sunday laying out the proposed outlines of impeachment proceedings for President Donald Trump.

16/12/2019

USA

Democrats blast GOP senators for signaling Senate impeachment votes

Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, told CNN's "State of the Union" that Republicans have a "see no evil, hear no evil attitude" when it comes to President Donald Trump.

15/12/2019

USA

Comey takes responsibility for FBI 'sloppiness' revealed in DOJ watchdog's report

Later Sunday, President Donald Trump cast doubt on DOJ watchdog Michael Horowitz, and suggested Comey could face jail time over bureau missteps.

15/12/2019

USA

Lebanese ruling parties' offices burned after night of clashes

The overnight confrontations in Beirut left more than 130 people injured, according to the Red Cross and the Lebanese Civil Defense.

15/12/2019

USA

Nadler: Anti-impeachment Democrat switching parties because he would lose primary

"What he's reacting to is public polling that shows he can't get renominated," the House Judiciary Committee chairman said Sunday of Rep. Jeff Van Drew, D-N.J.

15/12/2019

USA

GOP's Toomey says USMCA agreement diminishes free trade

The Republican calls deal with Congressional Democrats a "complete capitulation."

15/12/2019

USA

Schiff: I'd impeach Obama if he did the same as Trump

If Obama had done what the current president is accused of, the House Intelligence Committee chairman told ABC's "This Week," then "every one of these Republicans would be voting to impeach him."

15/12/2019

USA

Democratic Sen. Coons says he's 'gravely' concerned about Trump's actions if acquitted by Senate

"If the Senate Republican majority refuses to discipline him through impeachment, he will be unbounded," Coons tells "Meet the Press."

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