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Ontario woman serving house arrest for faking pregnancies, scamming doulas faces new charges - Bobby Hristova - News - Canada - Hamilton - | 11 hours ago

A Brantford, Ont., woman sentenced in February to house arrest for faking pregnancies, harassment and fraudulently seeking the services of numerous doulas is in custody and facing new charges, Hamilton police say.

CBC News - Top Stories - 18 minutes ago

White House considers welcoming some Palestinians from Gaza as refugees -- The Biden administration is considering bringing certain Palestinians fleeing war-torn Gaza to the U.S. as refugees, according to internal federal government documents obtained by CBS News. -- Apr 30

The Biden administration is considering bringing certain Palestinians fleeing war-torn Gaza to the U.S. as refugees, according to internal federal government documents obtained by CBS News.

CBS News - Politics - 4 hours ago

House passes bill bolstering 'antisemitism' definition amid alarm over campus protests

The House passed legislation to strengthen the definition of antisemitism in federal civil-rights law over the objections of a strange-bedfellows contingent of left-wing Democrats and right-wing Repub

Washington Times - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Politics Briefing: Conservatives question House Speaker after ejecting Poilievre -- Yesterday

Conservatives said they had no confidence in Greg Fergus, but the Speaker has no intention of resigning

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 5 hours ago

White House: Biden Closely Monitoring Campus Protests, Condemns Antisemitism

Regarding the taking down of U.S. flags to raise Palestinian ones, Karine Jean-Pierre says ‘Americans have the right to peacefully protest within the law.’

Epoch Times - US News - 5 hours ago

May 1: House advances bill codifying disputed antisemitism definition amid campus tumult

Colombia to cut ties with Israel over Gaza * Blinken hails progress in getting aid into Gaza * Hamas indicates it'll reject latest hostage deal offer, but claims talks will continue

Times of Israel - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Alaska Senate passes budget differing from House version with roughly $1,580 payments to residents

Alaska residents would receive checks of around $1,580 this year under the version of the state operating budget passed by the Senate on Wednesday.

AP News - US News - 6 hours ago

UnitedHealth CEO testifies about data breach -- UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty issued an apology while testifying before a House committee Wednesday about the cyberattack against subsidiary Change Healthcare that paralyzed insurance payments to hospitals, pharmacies and medical practices nationwide. Nicole Sganga has details.

UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty issued an apology while testifying before a House committee Wednesday about the cyberattack against subsidiary Change Healthcare that paralyzed insurance payments to hospitals, pharmacies and medical practices nationwide. Nicole Sganga has details.

CBS News - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Conservatives call on House of Commons Speaker Greg Fergus to resign, say he let Trudeau cross the line -- Yesterday

Conservatives said Greg Fergus should resign after he booted Pierre Poilievre out of Question Period but the Speaker’s office flatly rejected the demand

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 7 hours ago

The 21 Republicans who voted against House bill to expand antisemitism definition

A House bill to expand the definition of antisemitism passed with a wide majority, but still met opposition from 70 Democrats and 21 Republicans.

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

White House condemn anti-Israel agitators' takeover of Columbia building

Antisemitism is the hatred or prejudice against Jewish people. Concern has been growing across the United States and abroad about rising antisemitism following the Oct. 7, 2023 attack on Israel perpetrated by Hamas, a terrorist organization.

Fox News - Business - 7 hours ago

US House pass­es con­tro­ver­sial bill that ex­pands de­f­i­n­i­tion of anti-Semi­tism

Rights groups warn that the definition could further chill freedom of speech as protests continue on college campuses.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

House committee delays vote on bill to allow inmates to participate in parole hearings

A divided legislative committee on Wednesday delayed a vote on legislation that would give state inmates the right to to speak by video conference at their parole hearings.

AP News - US News - 7 hours ago

House Oversight Committee promises end to George Washington University protests after emergency hearing

Republican members of the House Oversight Committee are calling on the city government to provide police support to clear pro-Palestinian protesters at George Washington University.

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Advocates say Supreme Court must preserve new, mostly Black US House district for 2024 elections

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Voting rights advocates said Wednesday they will go to the Supreme Court in hopes of preserving a new majority Black congressional district in Louisiana for the fall elections, the latest step in a complicated legal fight that could determine the fate of political careers and the

AP News - US News - 8 hours ago

Carson Republican Hannah Joy to seek 17th Legislative District House seat, Position 2

Carson Republican Hannah Joy announced last week she is again running to represent the 17th Legislative District, Position 1, in the state House of Representatives.

The Columbian - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

House of Commons Speaker won't step down amid renewed Conservative, Bloc calls for his resignation

Conservatives said Greg Fergus should resign after he booted Pierre Poilievre out of Question Period but the Speaker’s office flatly rejected the demand

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 9 hours ago

Politics Briefing: Conservatives question House Speaker after ejecting Poilievre

Conservatives said they had no confidence in Greg Fergus, but the Speaker has no intention of resigning

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

House passes bill to expand definition of antisemitism amid growing campus protests over Gaza war

Republicans in Congress have denounced the protests and demanded action to stop them, thrusting university officials into the center of the charged political debate over Israel’s conduct of the war in Gaza.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Live Like Carl and Ellie (Without the Sad Ending) in New "Up House" Airbnb

Airbnb has announced a new line of homes called "Icons," which include special stays in "The Up House," Prince's "Purple Rain House," and more.

Consequence of Sound - Entertainment - 9 hours ago

The House GOP Just Passed A Slew Of 'Extreme' Bills

The bills will give GOP industry allies something to tout heading into the 2024 elections.

Huffington Post - Environment - 10 hours ago

House lawmakers challenge Navy's shipbuilding plans with call for additional submarine

Lawmakers are resisting plans by the Navy to cut the size of its ship and submarine fleet, rallying behind a push to procure an additional attack submarine and raising alarm about impending ship retirements.

Stars and Stripes - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

House Passes Anti-Semitism Bill Amid Campus Unrest

The bill will establish ‘that if you are engaged in rhetoric and behavior that is anti-semitic, there’s going to be consequences,’ says GOP Rep. Mike Lawler.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

House passes bill to expand definition of antisemitism amid growing campus protests over Gaza war -- Republicans in Congress have denounced the protests and demanded action to stop them, thrusting university officials into the center of the charged political debate over Israel's conduct of the war in Gaza.

Republicans in Congress have denounced the protests and demanded action to stop them, thrusting university officials into the center of the charged political debate over Israel’s conduct of the war in Gaza.

Boston Globe - Politics - 10 hours ago

House health care bill aims to contain costs, set rules to prevent another Steward crisis

Wide-ranging legislation would require licensed hospitals to own their real estate and increase financial reporting requirements.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

House votes to expand definition of antisemitism amid anti-Israel demonstrations across US

The House of Representatives passed a bill to codify the legal definition of antisemitism for Department of Education anti-discrimination cases.

Fox News - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

2-year-old dead in Arizona after bounce house was swept away by wind

One child was killed and a second injured in Casa Grande, Arizona, after a bounce house was swept up by strong winds, according to local authorities.

Fox News - Environment - 10 hours ago

GOP-led Arizona Senate votes to repeal 1864 abortion ban -- A similar repeal of Arizona's 1864 abortion ban passed the GOP-controlled House last week, and Gov. Katie Hobbs has said she'd sign the measure.

A similar repeal of Arizona's 1864 abortion ban passed the GOP-controlled House last week, and Gov. Katie Hobbs has said she'd sign the measure.

CBS News - Politics - 11 hours ago

House GOP Probes Links Between Biden DOJ and Top Bragg Prosecutor in Trump Trial

‘A former senior Biden Justice Department official is now leading the prosecution of President Biden’s chief political rival,’ Jim Jordan wrote.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Biden swipes at Trump at White House correspondents' dinner

As the festivities played out inside, protesters calling for a cease-fire marched outside the venue.

NBC News - Technology - 11 hours ago

Brantford, Ont., woman serving house arrest for faking pregnancies, scamming doulas faces new charges -- Bobby Hristova -- -

A Brantford, Ont., woman sentenced in February to house arrest for faking pregnancies, harassment and fraudulently seeking the services of numerous doulas is in custody and facing new charges, Hamilton police say.

CBC News - Health - 11 hours ago

U.S. House to vote on expanded definition of antisemitism amid growing campus protests

The House is voting Wednesday on legislation that would establish a broader definition of antisemitism for the Department of Education to enforce anti-discrimination laws.

CTV News - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

House chair: Chinese entering US foreshadows Taiwan invasion

The Homeland Security chairman also decried the “political decision” to set aside the impeachment trial of Homeland Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Airbnb Goes Hollywood With Plans to Rent X-Men Mansion, 'Up' Home, 'Purple Rain' House and More

The travel and tech firm is launching an 'Icons' program, letting users book a visit to a comedy show with Kevin Hart, a night at the Ferrari museum, or a stay in fictional locales.

Hollywood Reporter - Business - 12 hours ago

Toddler of Phoenix first responder dies after bounce house goes airborne

A two-year-old child died after a strong gust of wind sent the bounce house he was in airborne and into a neighbouring lot in central Arizona, the Pinal County Sheriff's Office said.

CTV News - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

U.S. group used federal funds for dangerous virus research in China, House report says

The virus research group EcoHealth Alliance was engaged in dangerous experimental virus work in China that was funded by the federal government, according to a newly released report by a special House

Washington Times - World - 13 hours ago

Arizona House Speaker condemns LGBTQ+ lawmaker for 'perverse ideology'

Ben Toma’s bitter rebuke comes as he bans House Democrats from conference rooms over drag story hour.

Phoenix New Times - US News - 13 hours ago

There's an Under-$2 Million Breuer House for Sale -- The owners of the Croton-on-Hudson three-bedroom won't consider "anyone who's remotely thinking about tearing it down."

The owners of the Croton-on-Hudson three-bedroom won’t consider “anyone who’s remotely thinking about tearing it down.”

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene vows to force vote next week on ousting U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson

The standoff with Greene risks throwing Republican control of the House into a fresh round of chaos as rank-and-file lawmakers will have to choose between ousting Johnson as speaker or joining with Democrats

The Globe and Mail - World - 14 hours ago

Can Monty Panesar spin his way into the House of Commons?

England’s former left-arm bowler wants to become a left-wing MP but, as Sean O’Grady explains, a Labour majority could leave him stumped

Independent UK - Politics - 14 hours ago

What are Akiya houses? Why does Japan have so many empty homes?

Japan's fertility rate declined for a seventh consecutive year in 2022, falling to 1.26 births per woman

Evening Standard - World - 14 hours ago

Greene Vows Bid To Oust House Speaker Johnson After Dems Offer Support

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) announced Wednesday her plans to put forward a motion calling for the ouster of House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) next week.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

Conservatives to push vote to oust House speaker next week after Democrats pledge to back him

A pair of House conservatives plan to force a vote next week to eject Speaker Mike Johnson following a pledge by top Democrats to help save the Republican's job.

Washington Times - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says she will force a vote to oust Speaker Mike Johnson next week

Democrats have pledged to vote to kill Greene's motion to vacate and save the GOP speaker's job after he pushed through a $95 billion package with aid for Ukraine.

NBC News - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene vows to force a vote next week on ousting House Speaker Mike Johnson

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says she'll call a vote next week on ousting House Speaker Mike Johnson

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

Greene says she will force vote next week on ousting speaker -- Rep. Marjorie Tyalor Greene has dangled the threat of dethroning Johnson since late March after he relied on Democrats to push through a $1.2 trillion spending bill to avert a government shutdown.

Rep. Marjorie Tyalor Greene has dangled the threat of dethroning Johnson since late March after he relied on Democrats to push through a $1.2 trillion spending bill to avert a government shutdown.

CBS News - Politics - 17 hours ago

House Republicans launch investigation into federal funding for universities amid campus protests

House Republicans are investigating the federal funding for universities where students have protested the Israel-Hamas war

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Politics - 18 hours ago

Dev Patel, Jason Momoa, Olivia Rodrigo Top Gold House's 2024 A100 List

Shohei Ohtani and James Wan are also among the sports and entertainment figures named to the annual index of the most influential Asian Pacifics across culture.

Hollywood Reporter - Entertainment - 18 hours ago

Florida's House Democrats make an appeal to the people as six-week abortion ban kicks in

House Democrats from Florida bashed the state's six-week abortion ban as "draconian" as one of the strictest limits in the country went into effect Wednesday.

Washington Times - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

House prices, electric vehicle chargers and store advertising

Ian King discusses Nationwide's figures showing a surprise fall in UK house prices, which are down for the second month running.

Sky News - Business - 19 hours ago

Lauren Boebert: 'It Makes No Difference To Me' If Hakeem Jeffries Or Mike Johnson Is Speaker

The far-right lawmaker made the provocative comment as Democratic leaders assured they would block a vote to dismiss the House speaker.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 20 hours ago

Fall in house prices as mortgage costs increase

Continuing cost of living pressures and a renewed increase in average mortgage rates have combined to dent buyer appetite, according to the lender Nationwide.

Sky News - Business - 22 hours ago

Meet world's richest family who live in $478m house, own 700 cars

The Nahyan royal family from the United Arab Emirates holds prominent positions in both business and politics in the gulf region and are also one of the world's richest families, The Jerusalem Post...

International The News - World - 23 hours ago

House prices dip in April as mortgage rates hit property rebound

The average price across the UK was £261,962

Evening Standard - Business - 1 day ago

White House considers accepting some Palestinians from Gaza as refugees amid Israel-Hamas war

The Biden administration is considering bringing some Palestinians to the U.S. as refugees as they attempt to escape Gaza amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.

Fox News - Politics - 1 day ago

US House votes to remove wolves from endangered list in 48 states

The U.S. House voted to end federal protection for gray wolves in 48 states, though the bill's ultimate prospects are uncertain.

AP News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Democrats say they will save Speaker Mike Johnson's job if Republicans try to oust him

House Democrats will vote to save Speaker Mike Johnson’s job should some Republican lawmakers seek to remove him from the position, avoiding a repeat of when eight Republicans joined with Democrats to oust his predecessor, former Rep. Kevin McCarthy

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Politics - 1 day ago

Saudi Arabia's royal family: The women of the House of Saud, a wealthy dynasty

There are thousands of individuals who are part of Saudi Arabia's royal family, the House of Saud. This Saud women have led many charitable efforts over the years.

Fox News - World - 1 day ago

Opinion | Congress's Main Poll Challenge Is Keeping Its Own House In Order

Internal squabbles are one of the key diseases plaguing the Congress party today. Many leaders are alleged to have close connections with rival parties and their loyalty is questionable.

NDTV - Opinion - 1 day ago

Biden White House signals pessimism about election in surprising way

For President Biden bad poll numbers, disruptive protests at home plus rising threats around the world, sinking consumer confidence and resurgent inflation; all signs point to defeat.

Fox News - Opinion - 1 day ago

Redeem free movie passes to see 'Housekeeping for Beginners'*

Subscribers have the chance to redeem one of 15 free double passes* to see acclaimed Australian-Macedonian filmmaker Goran Stolevski’s ‘Housekeeping for Beginners’.

Sydney Morning Herald - Entertainment - 2 days ago

At least 45 dead after floods destroy houses in Kenya

Vehicles were entangled in the debris on one of Kenya‘s busiest roads and paramedics treated the injured as waters submerged large areas

Independent UK - World - 2 days ago

White House urges 'peaceful' campus protests after hundreds arrested

Washington, USA: The White House insisted Sunday that pro Palestinian protests that have rocked US universities in recent weeks must remain peaceful,...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 2 days ago

SNL's Colin Jost Sucks Up to Joe Biden During White House Correspondents Dinner: 'You're a Decent Man'

This year's host of the White House Correspondents' Dinner, SNL's Colin Jost, opted to give Joe Biden a tongue bath instead of roasting him.

Breitbart - Entertainment - 3 days ago

Colin Jost's Best Jokes at the 2024 White House Correspondents' Dinner

“Donald Trump has spent the past week falling asleep in court every morning — though Fox News said he was just being ‘anti-woke.’”

New York Magazine - Politics - 3 days ago

At White House correspondents' dinner, Biden takes Trump to task

Washington: President Joe Biden poked fun at himself but took sharp aim at his election rival Donald Trump Saturday at the annual White House Correspo...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 4 days ago

Guests run gauntlet of protests against Gaza war at White House correspondents' dinner

President Joe Biden's speech did not mention Israel's war on Gaza; Correspondents Association president notes large number of journalists killed; Protesters call out: 'Shame on you'

YNET News - World - 4 days ago

How robots are taking over warehouse work

At Ocado's newest warehouse robotic arms are helping to pack customer orders.

BBC News - Business - 4 days ago

Ukraine 'can and will prevail' in war with Russia, White House...

President Biden's top national security aide declared that Ukraine "can and will prevail" in the war with Russia, with the help of new U.S. military assistance.

Washington Examiner - World - 4 days ago

Paving the way to a greener future -- According to the University of California, Davis, residential energy use is responsible for 20% of total greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. However, one company is helping residential buildings reduce their impact and putting carbon to use. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn shows how the process works.

According to the University of California, Davis, residential energy use is responsible for 20% of total greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. However, one company is helping residential buildings reduce their impact and putting carbon to use. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn shows how the process works.

CBS News - Science - 6 days ago

(Almost) 1864 no more: Arizona House repeals Civil War-era abortion ban

Three Republicans joined Democrats to strike down the near-total ban on abortions. An angry House Speaker then retaliated.

Phoenix New Times - US News - 6 days ago

US House approves aid to Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan -- Lawmakers in the U.S. House of Representatives overwhelming passed a $95 billion foreign aid bill on Saturday. The measure now heads to the U.S. Senate, which is expected to take up a vote early this week. VOA's Arash Arabasadi reports.

Lawmakers in the U.S. House of Representatives overwhelming passed a $95 billion foreign aid bill on Saturday. The measure now heads to the U.S. Senate, which is expected to take up a vote early this week. VOA’s Arash Arabasadi reports.

Voice of America - Politics - 7 days ago

Ashley Judd, Aloe Blacc open up about deaths of Naomi Judd, Avicii in White House visit

Ashley Judd and Aloe Blacc promote a White House suicide prevention strategy, speaking candidly about the deaths of musicians Naomi Judd and Avicii.

Los Angeles Times - Health - 7 days ago

Dog rescued after getting trapped under house

Specialist crews had to dig a tunnel under the property to gain access and rescue three-year-old poodle Jock.

Sky News - Weird - 7 days ago

A Burlesque Family at Home -- Showbiz couple Angie Pontani and Brian Newman's high-spirited Marine Park house.

Showbiz couple Angie Pontani and Brian Newman’s high-spirited Marine Park house.

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 8 days ago

Until they become self aware: Israeli startup unveils AI robot capable of house chores

Founded by Prof. Amnon Shashua, Mentee Robotics is set to release a new AI robot that can understand human instructions in simple language and carry out multiple tasks around the house; It will be available for purchase in 2025

YNET News - Technology - 9 days ago

Lobbying in Leinster House: How Dáil chair's private dining room was used by big business

Protesting, campaigning and advocating are part and parcel of the activities of Leinster House. Some carry placards outside the gate, others hold briefings...

Independent.ie - Opinion - 9 days ago

TikTok says US House bill that could ban app would 'trample' free speech

TikTok on Sunday (21 April) repeated its free-speech concerns about a bill passed by the House of Representatives that would ban the popular social media app in the US if Chinese owner ByteDance did not sell its stake within a year.

Euractiv - Technology - 10 days ago

The House votes for possible TikTok ban in the U.S., but don't expect the app to go away any time soon

The House passed legislation to ban TikTok in the United States if the social media platform’s China-based owner doesn’t sell its stake within a year.

Los Angeles Times - Technology - 10 days ago

Calmes: Hapless House Republicans weaponized impeachment. It backfired

The spectacular failures of House Republican attempts to humiliate Joe Biden and Alejandro Mayorkas are a win for the Constitution.

Los Angeles Times - Opinion - 10 days ago

House Passes Ukraine, Israel Aid: How It Happened

The House approved a $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan on Saturday, as Speaker Mike Johnson faced a crucial test.

New York Magazine - Politics - 11 days ago

House passes potential TikTok ban that Biden says he'll sign

Bill would prevent TikTok from appearing in app stores unless company’s Chinese owners divest

Independent UK - Technology - 11 days ago

House passes foreign aid bills and bill that could ban TikTok

The House passed a series of spending bills that includes $60.8 billion of Ukraine aid and over $26 billion in aid to Israel. The House also voted to effectively ban the social media platform TikTok if it doesn't divest from its Chinese parent company.

NBC News - Technology - 11 days ago

Unlikely alliance clears way for House vote on Israel and Ukraine aid

A bipartisan House coalition took a key step toward moving to a vote on aid to Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan. The full House will now vote on the legislation this weekend. A separate bill could pave the way for a ban on TikTok. NBC News' Ryan Nobles reports.

NBC News - Technology - 12 days ago

15% Enlisted Pay Hike, Other Proposed Quality-of-Life Improvements Get Big Boost from House Lawmakers -- The Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement Act would enact most of the key recommendations from the military quality-of...

The Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement Act would enact most of the key recommendations from the military quality-of-life report released last week by a committee subpanel, including giving junior enlisted service members a 15% raise.

Military.com - Opinion - 12 days ago

Mobileye founder gives sneak peek into human-like AI robot doing household chores

Israeli startup Mentee Robotics debuts prototype of general-purpose robot that can move everywhere, clean dishes, do the laundry, work in warehouses... and learns on the fly

Times of Israel - Business - 13 days ago

House's Ukraine, Israel aid package gains Biden's support as Speaker Johnson fights to keep his job

President Joe Biden says that he strongly supports a proposal from Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson to provide aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Politics - 14 days ago

Facing a Republican revolt, House Speaker Johnson's plan for US aid to Ukraine, allies uncertain

House Speaker Mike Johnson has pushed back against mounting Republican anger over his proposed U.S. aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other allies

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Politics - 15 days ago

House Republicans send Mayorkas impeachment articles to the Senate, forcing a trial

House impeachment managers have walked two articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas across the Capitol to the Senate, forcing senators to convene a trial

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Politics - 15 days ago

White House deems House impeachment inquiry 'over,' President Biden formally declines to testify

President Biden formally declined to testify at the request of House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, R-Ky. regarding his family's business dealings.

Fox News - Politics - 15 days ago

US House speaker Mike Johnson drumming up support to pass Israel aid

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, the chamber's No.2 Republican, says the House will respond to Iran's attack with 'legislation that supports our ally Israel and holds Iran and its terrorist proxies accountable'

YNET News - World - 17 days ago

House Speaker Delays Sending Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To Senate

The delay comes as Senate Republicans explore strategies to exert political pressure on Democrats, which includes the possibility of disrupting Senate proceedings. Johnson, a Republican from Louisiana, originally planned to send the articles to the Senate on Wednesday.

International Business Times - US News - 22 days ago

House prices fell in March – this is what happens next

Estate agents say activity is picking up but the cost of a mortgage is still very high, writes James Moore. A couple of interest rate cuts won’t do much to help hard-pressed first time buyers struggling to get on the housing ladder

Independent UK - Business - 29 days ago

Russia's Space-based Nuke: White House confirms of solid intelligence on anti-satellite weapon

The White House’s statement comes just hours after Russia refuted early reports which claimed that they had developed and deployed a nuclear weapon in space to take down US satellites

First Post - Technology - 2 months ago

House Expels George Santos by Two-Thirds Vote

The resolution passed 311 to 114, making Santos the sixth lawmaker in history to be expelled from the House.

Inside Edition - Politics - 5 months ago

George Santos Used Campaign Funds for Botox, OnlyFans: House Committee

This is just the latest on a long line of scandals involving the embattled Santos, who was exposed as a frequent fibber who falsified his resume and family history shortly after being elected to Congress last year.

Inside Edition - Politics - 5 months ago

House Republicans Are Ready to Shut Down the Government, Even Though It Will Hurt Veterans

As we stare down the prospect of another government shutdown due to House Republican time-wasting, House Republicans continue to argue that their party is the party for veterans. Their actions say otherwise.

Military.com - Opinion - 7 months ago

Fintechs Made "Massive Profits" on PPP Loans and Sometimes Engaged in Fraud, House Committee Report Finds

An investigation that began after reporting by ProPublica finds lax anti-fraud standards, executives who cashed in for themselves and contempt for small loan applications that would generate minimal fees. “Delete them,” one executive wrote.

ProPublica - Technology - 1 year ago

The Great SoCal House Hunt

Buying a home for the first time is one of life’s sweet milestones.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 2 years ago

Oath Keepers in the State House: How a Militia Movement Took Root in the Republican Mainstream

A membership roster for the Oath Keepers, a violent extremist group whose followers have been charged in the Jan. 6 insurrection, includes state lawmakers, congressional candidates, and local government and GOP officials.

ProPublica - Politics - 2 years ago