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Maine Republican blames mass shooting on law expanding abortion access
Maine State Rep. Michael Lemelin (R) on Wednesday said the Lewiston mass shooting in October that left 18 people dead was a consequence from God after state lawmakers passed a law expanding abortion access in the state. In a fiery floor speech ...The Hill - Politics - Abortion -
Maine lawmakers approve shield law for providers of abortion and gender-affirming care
The Democratic-controlled Maine Legislature has approved a bill that would protect health care workers who provide abortion and gender-affirming care from legal action brought in other statesABC News - Health - Abortion -
Maine GOP lawmaker says Lewiston shooting was God's wrath in response to law expanding abortion access
Two Maine lawmakers facing possible censure after one said the Lewiston mass shooting was a sign of retribution from God over a law to expand abortion access.NBC News - Politics -
Which states could have abortion on the ballot in 2024?
Voters have sided with abortion rights supporters every time the issue has been directly on the ballot since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the nationwide right to abortionABC News - Health - Abortion -
Abortion or inflation: Which will matter more in 2024?
Ultimately, abortion and inflation pose a danger to both Trump and Biden, respectively, but we cannot yet be sure which issue may prove decisive.The Hill - Politics - Abortion -
Weeks-long manhunt in Brazil shows dramatic expansion of two main gangs into Amazon
Two fugitives eluded law enforcement for 51 days, indicating a widening network for crime factions CV and PCC. After nearly two months on the run, the Amazon outlaws nicknamed Hammerhead and Armadillo might have felt they were nearing the home ...The Guardian - World - Brazil -
Arizona abortion ruling, which Dems decry, splits Republicans and abortion opponents
The Arizona Supreme Court's decision Tuesday to uphold a 160-year old ban has drawn differing reactions from state Republicans as Democrats vow to fight itABC News - Top stories - Abortion -
China supporting Russia in massive military expansion, US says
Beijing helping with drone production, space-based capabilities and ballistic missile production. China is helping Russia undertake its biggest military expansion since Soviet times, ramping up sales of machine tools, microelectronics and other ...The Guardian - World - China -
UFC 300 predictions, best bets, odds: Max Holloway, Alex Pereira among top picks to consider on the main card
This weekend offers an interesting mixed bag of options to look at for a wager or twoCBS Sports - Sports - UFC -
Alex Rodriguez, Marc Lore reportedly wanted Wolves to duck luxury tax, which would have been nearly impossible
Wolves owner Glen Taylor nixed the sale of the team to Rodriguez and LoreCBS Sports - Sports -
Right to abortion unlikely to be enshrined in Maine Constitution after vote falls short
An effort to amend the Maine Constitution to enshrine the right to an abortion is coming up shortABC News - Health - Abortion -
US Olympic committee strikes sponsorship deal to help athletes get degrees after they retire
American Olympic athletes have a new place to turn to lock down college degrees and other skills for life after sports thanks to a partnership U.S. Olympic leaders unveiled with the Denver-based education company GuildABC News - Sports -
Maine joins effort to elect president by popular vote with new law
Maine will become the latest state to join an interstate effort to elect the nation’s president by a popular vote, Gov. Janet Mills (D) announced Monday. Mills said she will allow the legislation to become law without her signature, paving the ...The Hill - Politics -
Abortion laws by state, explained
When the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022, it allowed states under Republican control to impose abortion bans or severe limitations, a long-sought goal for many GOP anti-abortion lawmakers. Abortion access now is a state-by-state ...The Hill - Politics - Abortion -
Kansas bill would make it a crime to coerce someone into an abortion
People who make physical or financial threats against others in Kansas to force them to get an abortion could spend a year in prison and be fined up to $10,000 under a bill approved by state lawmakersABC News - Health - Abortion -
US voters warm to Biden on economy but inflation concerns persist
FT-Michigan Ross poll finds president’s gains could be derailed by stubborn fears over high pricesFinancial Times - World - Joe Biden -
These 5 US airports ranked among 2023's busiest worldwide: report
These airports served millions and millions of passengers last year, according to a new report.The Hill - Politics -
American trust in US military no longer highest among G7 nations: Survey
Americans' confidence in the U.S. military dipped last year, losing its top spot among the other Group of Seven (G7) countries, according to a new Gallup poll. American's confidence in the U.S. military dipped to 81 percent in 2023, down 5 points ...The Hill - Politics -
The House Passed an Extension of a Surveillance Law
Also, the U.S. made it more expensive to drill on public land. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.The New York Times - Top stories -
China sounds warning after Philippines and US announce most expansive military drills yet
Exercises starting on Monday will be the first to be held outside Philippines’ territorial waters, and come amid a rise in tensions in the South China Sea. Philippine and US forces will carry out their first ever military exercises outside the ...The Guardian - World - China -
A US Premier League game would be wildly popular – and demean everyone
Fifa is considering a policy change that would allow leagues to play domestic matches overseas, reopening one of football’s most squalid ideas. The dream – or nightmare – of a 39th Premier League match in America has drawn a little closer. After ...The Guardian - World -
Maine poised to pass gun safety bills after deadliest shooting in state history
Bill strengthens ‘yellow flag’ law, boosts background checks and makes it a crime to recklessly sell guns to a prohibited person. After experiencing the deadliest mass shooting in the state’s history last year, Maine is poised to pass a series of ...The Guardian - World -
Ariz. Republicans block quick push to repeal abortion ban, which hasn’t taken effect
Arizona Republicans on Wednesday blocked efforts to move forward on a bill to repeal a near-total abortion ban in the state that dates to 1864ABC News - Top stories - Abortion -
Arizona abortion law faces criticism
Both Democrats and Republicans are criticizing a Civil War-era abortion ban that's set to take effect after Arizona's Supreme Court ruled the statute could be enforced. President Biden has vowed to restore Roe v. Wade if reelected, while former ...CBS News - Politics - Abortion -
Italy passes measures to allow anti-abortion activists to enter abortion clinics
Opposition parties say women’s rights dealt blow after package approved by Georgia Meloni’s cabinet. Italian opposition parties have said women’s rights in Italy have been dealt a “heavy” blow after parliament passed a measure by Giorgia Meloni’s ...The Guardian - World - Abortion -
Civilian deaths in Gaza rival those of Darfur – which the US called a ‘genocide’ | Alan J Kuperman
In fact, terror attacks and hostage-taking sparked several recent conflicts that US presidents of both parties labeled genocide. My old boss Chuck Schumer, the Senate majority leader, bravely said recently what Joe Biden has been afraid to: ...The Guardian - World -
Fiery debate over proposed shield law leads to rare censure in Maine House
Debate over a bill that would protect health care workers who provide abortion and gender-affirming care from out-of-state lawsuits is off to a fiery start in the Maine LegislatureABC News - Health -
Ukraine’s parliament passes controversial law to boost conscripts
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Ukrainian MPs pass law to boost troop numbers
The conscription bill is approved as the military faces Russian advances in the east.BBC News - Top stories - Ukraine -
Mexico, a leading producer of illicit fentanyl, can't get enough for medical use, study finds
A new report by the Mexican government says the country is facing a dire shortage of fentanyl for medical use, even as Mexican cartels pump out tons of the illicit narcoticABC News - World -
Moon’s shadow moves into US with clouds covering a part of the total solar eclipse path from Texas to Maine
Moon’s shadow moves into US with clouds covering a part of the total solar eclipse path from Texas to MaineABC News - Tech -
Appeal court judge denies Trump’s third attempt this week to delay hush money trial – live
Former president’s lawyers argued trial judge has not yet ruled on whether to recuse himself in yet another push to delay trial due to start Monday. The Arizona supreme court decision upended Donald Trump’s gambit on abortion, a day after the ...The Guardian - World -
Harris to warn in Arizona after abortion ruling a second Trump term would mean ‘more bans, more suffering’
Vice President Harris will rally supporters in Arizona on Friday, where outrage is brewing among Democrats over a court ruling that upheld an 1864 law and made performing abortion a felony. Harris will take direct aim at former President Trump in ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
Tennessee Senate OKs a bill that would make it illegal for adults to help minors seeking abortions
Republican Senate lawmakers in Tennessee have advanced legislation making it illegal for adults to help minors get an abortion without parental consentABC News - Health -
Ruben Gallego says repealing Arizona's near-total abortion ban now would be too little, too late
PHOENIX — Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego argued this week that a potential repeal of Arizona’s 1864 abortion law is not a viable long-term solution to secure abortion rights for the women of Arizona.NBC News - Politics - Abortion -
Highest cannabis use found among lower-income, less-educated in new survey
The highest regular cannabis use was found among lower-income, less-educated U.S. adults, according to a Gallup survey released Thursday. Gallup defined "regular cannabis use" as using it for a minimum of 10 days per month. Regular usage ...The Hill - Politics -
As syphilis cases among US newborns soar, doctors group advises more screening during pregnancy
With syphilis cases in U.S. newborns skyrocketing, a doctors group is now recommending that all pregnant patients be screened three times for the sexually transmitted infectionABC News - Health -
What to know about Arizona’s 1864 abortion law
The Arizona Supreme Court Tuesday upheld an 1864 law that makes performing an abortion a felony. What does it mean? The 4-2 decision rejected arguments for a 15-week abortion ban and makes the medical procedure almost entirely illegal in the ...The Hill - Politics - Abortion -
Arizona high court upholds 1864 abortion law
The Arizona Supreme Court ruled that a 160-year-old state law that bans almost all abortions is still enforceable. The law makes it a felony for anyone who performs or helps a woman obtain an abortion. The decision adds Arizona to a growing list ...NBC News - Politics - Abortion -
Arizona’s 1864 Abortion Law, and New Boeing Allegations
Plus, the fight against “forever chemicals.”The New York Times - Top stories - Abortion