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Riot quickly declared for Portland protest at union building

Authorities in Portland, Oregon, again declared a riot on Sunday night after protesters marched on the union building, blocked the road and set fire to dumpster fires. 10 August 2020, 10:29 p.m. 3 min read Share on FacebookShare on TwitterEmail this article PORTLAND, Ore. A riot was again declared by …

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Taliban make big changes ahead of expected talks with Kabul

ISLAMABAD – The Taliban put the son of the dreaded founder of the movement in charge of his military wing and added several powerful figures to his negotiating team, Taliban officials said. The shakeup, one of the most significant in years, anticipates talks expected with Kabul to end decades of …

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Violence spoils Portland protests, frustrates black community

Protesters in the predominantly white, liberal city of Portland, Oregon, have taken to the streets peacefully every day for more than five weeks to denounce police brutality. By Associated Press GILLIAN FLACCUS July 3, 2020, 3:48 pm 6 min read Share on FacebookShare on TwitterEmail this article PORTLAND, Oregon. Protesters …

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Judges cling to Russia’s secret investigative material

The Supreme Court is denying Congress access to the secret grand jury testimony of Russia’s investigation of special counsel Robert Mueller during the November election. By MARK SHERMAN Associated Press July 2, 2020 3:25 PM 5 min read Share on FacebookShare on TwitterEmail this article WASHINGTON – The Supreme Court …

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