“Things are trending blue,” said Barry Grissom, one of the Democrats who is running and who described the timing as a “perfect opportunity.” He predicted Mr. Pompeo would ultimately not enter the race. “He may be more versed on what’s transpiring in Afghanistan and Iraq,” said Mr. Grissom, a former United States attorney during the […]
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Image copyright Getty Images Image caption The ancient art of Tai Chi combines deep breathing and relaxation with gentle movements Adults are advised to do muscle-strengthening exercises twice a week, as well as aerobic exercise, to help them stay active for longer, under new guidance from the UK’s top doctors. For the first time, it
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Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly are returning to host the 17th series of Strictly Personal trainers, spray tanners and marriage counsellors are about to get a huge spike in business as Strictly Come Dancing launches on Saturday. And there are quite a few new faces on the show this
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Image copyright Nimisha Raja Image caption Nimisha Raja regrets stockpiling supplies earlier this year Many small firms can identify with Nimisha Raja’s view of Brexit: “We have absolutely no idea what’s going on.” Ms Raja, founder and boss of Nim’s Fruit Crisps, stockpiled supplies last year in the run-up to the original Brexit date in
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Facebook has barely shaken off a record $5 billion fine by U.S. regulators over its privacy practices but it already faces new investigations — not to mention ongoing ones — into potential antitrust violations and other issues. Now, a group of state attorneys generals led by New York’s Letitia James is piling on with its
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A New Orleans Saints fan’s lawsuit against the NFL and game officials over the failure to call a crucial penalty against the Los Angeles Rams in a January playoff game was dismissed Friday by the Louisiana Supreme Court. The ruling appeared to be a death blow to the last remaining lawsuit over what’s come to
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Naval Special Warfare Command fired the three senior leaders of SEAL Team Seven on Friday, saying their failure in leadership caused a breakdown of good order and discipline. The top SEAL commander, Rear Adm. Collin P. Green, relieved SEAL Team Seven’s commanding officer, Cmdr. Edward Mason; the executive officer, Lt. Cmdr. Luke Im; and the
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An American Airlines mechanic charged with sabotaging a plane because he was upset over stalled labor contract negotiations was fired from another airline several years ago and briefly had his mechanic’s license suspended, according to court documents. Abdul-Majeed Marouf Ahmed Alani appeared in federal court in Miami on Friday on a charge of willfully damaging
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With the ever-changing news cycle, it’s easy to miss great images that fly under the radar. We’ve got you covered. We’re highlighting exceptional photos from around the world for the week of Aug. 31 to Sept. 6. Check them out below. ABOVE: A man walks among debris at the Mudd neighborhood, devastated after Hurricane Dorian hit
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Image copyright Getty Images Pilots at British Airways are set for strike action on Monday and Tuesday disrupting thousands of passengers’ travel plans. The vast majority of BA flights taking off from the UK have been cancelled on those two days, causing knock-on disruption. Passengers have been told not to turn up at the airport
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