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Lawmakers on Sunday continued to reel from the shooting of two Democratic Minnesota state legislators in their homes that led to the death of one and her husband, contemplating a previously unthinkable world where democratically-elected representatives need full-time security details to protect them from the public.“I don’t want to think that I have to a personal security detail everywhere I go, but I think we really have to look at the situation that we’re in,” Democratic Minnesota Sen. Tina Smith said Sunday on NBC News. “This is no way for our government to work when people, any number of us,…
The Louvre, the world’s most-visited museum and a global symbol of art, beauty and endurance, was shuttered on Monday — not by war, not by terror, but by its own exhausted staff, who say the institution is crumbling from within.It was an almost unthinkable sight: the home to works by Leonardo da Vinci and millennia of civilization’s greatest treasures — paralyzed by the very people tasked with welcoming the world to its galleries.The spontaneous strike erupted during a routine internal meeting, as gallery attendants, ticket agents and security personnel refused to take up their posts in protest over unmanageable crowds,…
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Washington — House Speaker Mike Johnson is postponing his trip to Israel, where he had planned to address Israel’s parliament in Jerusalem later this month, amid open warfare between Israel and Iran.”Due to the complex situation currently unfolding in Iran and Israel, Speaker Ohana and I have made the decision to postpone the special session of the Knesset,” Johnson said in a statement Monday. “We look forward to rescheduling the address in the near future and send our prayers to the people of Israel and the Middle East.”Johnson announced last week that he would make the trip on June 22.…
The champ is coming back to chomp.Competitive eater Joey “Jaws” Chestnut announced Monday he will return to compete in this year’s Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest after skipping last year’s gastronomic battle for the coveted Mustard Belt.“This event means the world to me,” Chestnut, 41, said in a message posted on X. “It’s a cherished tradition, a celebration of American culture, and a huge part of my life.”It will mark the 20th appearance for the Indiana eater at the Coney Island contest.Last year, Major League Eating event organizer George Shea said Chestnut, who has won the…
A council has apologised for any “upset” caused over a letter sent to parents by a headteacher which implied the Union Flag could be seen as “potentially offensive or sectarian”.Fiona MacDonald, of Cross Arthurlie Primary School in Barrhead, East Renfrewshire, raised concerns following a P7 leavers’ event last week which was attended by parents and carers. In her letter, Ms MacDonald said the use of a Union Flag featuring staff images “caused some upset at the beginning of the evening”.She added: “As a school we promote inclusion and acceptance, actively working against potentially offensive or sectarian messaging.”Although we recognise this…
[SINGAPORE] Stocks on the local bourse ended slightly lower on Monday (Jun 16), in contrast to gains across most key regional indices, against the backdrop of escalating tensions between Israel and Iran.The benchmark Straits Times Index (STI) slid 0.1 per cent or 2.96 points to 3,908.46. Across the broader market, gainers beat losers 246 to 226, after 948.9 million securities worth S$1 billion were traded.The biggest winner on the STI was ST Engineering, which was up 2.1 per cent or S$0.16 at S$7.96.At the other end of the index was Singapore Airlines (SIA), which fell 1 per cent or S$0.07…
MEXICO CITY — Despite the handful of industry insiders too scared to leave their hotels in Mexico City, NASCAR’s first international Cup Series race of the modern era was a cultural experience that brought new fans to the series and provided its competitors with a chance to enjoy a new country. The event had its detractors — rumors persisted for months that it would be canceled over security concerns or the escalating tensions between the United States and Mexico — and some NASCAR team members remained critical all the way through Sunday’s race. But was it a success? Even with…
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6/16: Face the Nation – CBS News Watch CBS News This week on “Face the Nation,” Margaret Brennan speaks to Bill Gates as he moves ahead with a nuclear power plant in Wyoming. Plus, House Intelligence Committee chair Rep. Mike Turner joins to discuss new security threats. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On