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China Says Detained Canadian Worked for Group Without Legal Registration

Post Date: Wednesday - December 12, 2018 - 7:46am

The assertion was Beijing’s first official comment on the detention of Michael Kovrig, a former diplomat now working for a nongovernmental organization....

Tennessee Earthquake, Strongest in Decades, Jolts Homes in the Region and Atlanta

News Source: New York Times

Post Date: Wednesday - December 12, 2018 - 7:45am

The 4.4-magnitude earthquake hit around 4:14 a.m. near the rural city of Decatur, Tenn., sending ripples throughout the state. There were no immediate reports of damage....

You Should Have the Right to Sue Apple for Antitrust Violations

News Source: New York Times

Post Date: Wednesday - December 12, 2018 - 7:11am

In Apple v. Pepper, the Supreme Court will decide whether iPhone App Store customers are entitled to make their case against the tech giant....

Amazon Hires Lobbyists for N.Y. Site and Tries to Fend Off Ocasio-Cortez

News Source: New York Times

Post Date: Wednesday - December 12, 2018 - 7:10am

The corporate giant has hired well-connected lobbyists to convince lawmakers and residents of the benefits of its new hub in Long Island City....

Helen Klaben Kahn, Survivor of a 49-Day Yukon Ordeal, Dies at 76

News Source: New York Times

Post Date: Wednesday - December 12, 2018 - 7:02am

She was a 20-year-old Brooklynite seeking adventure when her plane crashed. But she and the pilot, both injured, endured in subzero weather until rescued....

AP Top Stories December 12 A

News Source: USA Today

Post Date: Wednesday - December 12, 2018 - 6:43am

Here's the latest for Wednesday December 12th: British PM May faces no confidence vote; Former Trump lawyer Cohen to be sentenced; Manhunt after France shooting; Chinese executive arrested in Canada out on bail.

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Police in France Hunt for Strasbourg Shooting Suspect, and a Motive

News Source: New York Times

Post Date: Wednesday - December 12, 2018 - 6:33am

The suspect had been flagged by intelligence services for possible jihadist radicalization, but officials cautioned that they were not sure the attack was terrorism....

Magnitude 4.4 earthquake shakes Tennessee, Georgia

News Source: USA Today

Post Date: Wednesday - December 12, 2018 - 6:31am

An earthquake with a magnitude 4.4 was recorded in Tennessee, and felt as far as Georgia, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. ...

New York Today: N.Y. Today: Amazon Takes On Ocasio-Cortez and Her Supporters

News Source: New York Times

Post Date: Wednesday - December 12, 2018 - 6:30am

Tensions may flare at a hearing on the city’s development deal with Amazon. Also: One reason you’re seeing Ariana Grande everywhere....

From Aretha Franklin to Billy Graham: A look at those we've lost in 2018

News Source: USA Today

Post Date: Wednesday - December 12, 2018 - 6:29am

Whether in music, thoughts or prayer, many world-builders left us in 2018. Here is a look at those we have lost and lives well-lived. ...

Britain's leader Theresa May to face no-confidence vote amid Brexit turmoil

News Source: USA Today

Post Date: Wednesday - December 12, 2018 - 6:28am

Prime Minister Theresa May could be ousted from power. Lawmakers are unhappy with her deal to leave the European Union. ...

United Nations Dispatch: Runners Extend U.N.’s Reach, One Sweaty Huff After Another

News Source: New York Times

Post Date: Wednesday - December 12, 2018 - 6:26am

United Nations representatives dispense with hierarchical diplomacy during runs in Central Park. It’s “a bit like going to the sauna — everyone is equal,” said one from Finland....

Almost all of the oldest, thickest ice in the Arctic Ocean is gone due to climate change

News Source: USA Today

Post Date: Wednesday - December 12, 2018 - 6:19am

Due to climate change, temperatures in the Arctic are among the warmest on record, and the amount of sea ice there is close to its all-time lowest level. ...