Trump confirms he is under investigation
On Friday, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich said that Trump technically "cannot obstruct justice" because he is the president . Trump did not do anything to interfere with the investigation of Russia's interference in the election. 6/19/2017
Wife: Man who shot congressman wanted to work on tax policy
WANG: Well, it's a small town, and parts of it are pretty rural, including where the shooter's home is. Here's what she said. "I've been careful to clarify it moving forward", Collins said on MSNBC. 6/18/2017
Cristiano Ronaldo to win the Ballon d'or !
Real Madrid were crowned winners of the Champions League on Saturday after beating Juventus 4-1 at Cardiff Millennium Stadium. Despite being a global superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo has never forgotten his old mates. 6/18/2017
Korea trip off to uncharacteristic low-key start
In the past, North Korea has held out until senior USA officials or statesmen came to personally bail out detainees. In the past, North Korea has held out until senior US officials or statesmen came to personally bail out detainees. 6/18/2017
Trump partially denies Comey's testimony, mum on existence of recordings
Comey also revealed that he'd orchestrated the public release of information about his private conversations with the president. Feinstein tells CNN'S "State of the Union" she won't draw any conclusions about obstruction until the matter is investigated. 6/17/2017
'X' added as genderqueer option on OR driver's licenses
As for the licenses, the final decision was ultimately up to the Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles. It also looks like OR won't be the only state with this nonbinary option for much longer. 6/17/2017
Social media reaction to Mayweather-McGregor and 5 things to watch
It's being speculated that both men will be paid a staggering $100 million each for the fight to be aired on pay-per-view TV. We'll just have to wait and see if that's even close to enough to compete with one of the greatest boxers of all-time. 6/16/2017
Warrants issued for Turkish agents and others for DC protest fight
With two men arrested on Wednesday and two arrested immediately following the incident, the total number facing charges is now 18. Four people already have been charged in connection with the incident, which occurred during Erdogan's visit to the USA capital. 6/16/2017
Trump Nominates Democrat to Return to FCC Post
Trump announced his intention to nominate Rosenworcel late Tuesday, and Pai was quick to voice his support for the move. But there have been increased rumblings in DC circles that she's looking to leave at the end of June. 6/15/2017
Tillerson calls China cooperation on North Korea 'uneven'
He said the administration was trying to find a way to re-establish a working relationship, notably on Syria . Engel said the approach suggested by Tillerson would send the wrong signal to Russian Federation . 6/15/2017
Sessions heatedly denies improper Russia contacts
The problems with the handling of that investigation "were more widespread than most people know", he said. Republicans were mostly non-combative, if not friendly to Sessions Tuesday, maybe none more so than Sen. 6/15/2017
U.S. oil production seen thwarting OPEC effort to boost prices
Another 10 companies increased their hedging positions by 91 million barrels; two others did not hedge at all. Reformulated blendstock gasoline futures dropped 3.4 percent to $1.449 a gallon as of 10:59 a.m. 6/15/2017
China, Russia should enhance ties: Chinese president
With the accession, the strength of the grouping rose to eight and its footprints expanded from Central Asia to South Asia. All members' countries of the regional grouping signed 11 documents including one on combating extremism. 6/15/2017
Verizon Closes $4.5 Billion Yahoo Deal, Marissa Mayer Resigns
The phone company had $126 billion in revenue in 2016, but growth in its highly profitable wireless business has slowed. The chief executive of Yahoo , Marissa Mayer , told employees she would be resigning now that the transaction was over. 6/14/2017
Jury begins deliberating charges brought against officer who fatally shot Philando Castile
Yanez said that gave him "strong suspicions" about Castile, so he concluded Philando was one of the robbery suspects. The defense attorney also refuted the inconsistencies in Yanez's statements using the word "it" instead of "gun". 6/14/2017
