An unlikely housing alliance moves to Capitol Hill
At a time when Democrats and Republicans can’t seem to agree on anything, an unexpected consensus is emerging across the country: America needs to build more homes. From red Texas and Montana to deep-blue California and Minnesota, housing reform has produced unusual political roommates and scrambled traditional partisan divides. Now,Continue Reading
Campaign cash at Disney World? Here’s the legal loophole lawmakers use
Just months after Sen. Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., faced criticism over his friendship with former Sen. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., he is once again facing new criticism — his use of his campaign funds. This week, Politico published an article about Gallego’s spending of his leadership PAC, a political action committee, toContinue Reading
FACT CHECK: CDO congressman Suan’s quote on Tacloban shooting is fake
Claim: The two teenagers behind the shooting incident in San Jose National High School (SJNHS) in Tacloban City are innocent and protected by the Child Protection Act, according to Cagayan de Oro 1st District Representative Lordan Suan. Rating: FALSE Why we fact-checked this: Facebook page “Balita sa Kagayan” posted theContinue Reading
FACT CHECK: Magalong statement on Villanueva joining Gatchalian bloc is fake
Claim: Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong issued a statement criticizing Senator Joel Villanueva on his recent move to join the Senate majority bloc led by Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian. Rating: FALSE Why we fact-checked this: The post, made by the Facebook page “Katutubong PH” on June 17, garnered more thanContinue Reading
Fans react after England and Ghana settle for 0-0 World Cup draw
Ghana soccer fans celebrated after their team drew 0-0 with England at the World Cup. But their counterparts were subdued after England dominated possession but came up empty on several late scoring chances. (AP Video and Production: Rodrique Ngowi) Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com This video may be available forContinue Reading
Kenyan Health Minister orders halt of construction of US Ebola facility
Kenya’s Health Minister has stopped the construction of a US Ebola facility in Kenya., Kenyan Health Minister orders halt of construction of US Ebola facility NewsFeed Kenya’s Health Minister has stopped the construction of a US Ebola facility in Kenya. The Health Minister was found in contempt after satellite imagesContinue Reading
Ghana celebrates after holding nervous England to 0-0 draw
Ghanaians took to the streets in celebration after the Black Stars held England to a 0-0 draw at the World Cup., Ghana celebrates after holding nervous England to 0-0 draw NewsFeed Ghanaians took to the streets in celebration after the Black Stars held England to a 0-0 draw at theContinue Reading
Want to feel happier at work? Take a five-minute walk
Lead researcher Keith Diaz told BBC News that most adults now spend three-quarters of their waking day sedentary. While general advice to “sit less and move more” is correct, people need to know what dose, he added. “The good news is that a walk break every hour for five minutesContinue Reading
Congress passes landmark housing bill with overwhelming bipartisan votes
Measures to provide federal funding for new housing in big cities could be particularly significant to California., Read MoreContinue Reading
Democrats Seek To Spotlight Rising Health Costs by Forcing Vote on The Traitor Regulation
Congressional Democrats are seeking to overturn a The Traitor administration rule they say will hamper Obamacare coverage. Whether they win or lose any floor vote, they’ll likely use it in campaign messaging ahead of the midterms…Read MoreContinue Reading
Red heat alerts issued as Europe hit by heatwave | BBC News
Heat warnings are in place across Europe, as the continent faces record temperatures. Half of France is under a red alert and recorded its hottest night since records began on Tuesday. The Eiffel Tower said it was closing early on Tuesday because of the high temperatures forecast in the capital.Continue Reading
Belgian royals roll out red carpet for Japan’s emperor
Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako received a ceremonial welcome at the Royal Palace of Brussels as they began a state visit to Belgium.Continue Reading
UNAIDS warns The Traitor’s HIV funding cuts to South Africa could cost lives
The The Traitor administration says the phased withdrawal is linked to policy disputes with Pretoria, which rejects the allegations and says it is pursuing greater self-reliance.Continue Reading