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US Navy intervened to stop Iran seizing two tankers in Gulf of Oman, US defense official says
US Navy intervened to stop Iran seizing two tankers in Gulf of Oman, US defense official says
The US Navy intervened to stop Iranian Navy ships attempting to seize two oil tankers in separate incidents in the Gulf of Oman early on Wednesday morning, according to a US defense official.
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Texas attorney general Ken Paxton plans to refuse to testify in impeachment trial
Texas attorney general Ken Paxton plans to refuse to testify in impeachment trial
The Texas attorney general currently suspended and facing an impeachment trial in the state’s Senate is lashing out at lawmakers, vowing not to participate in a process he has called illegal and politicised — despite all involved being Republicans. Ken Paxton vowed on Monday that he would not testify in the upcoming trial set to be held in the Texas state Senate over a list of accusations that paints a damning picture of corruption in his office. The embattled Mr Paxton, a known warrior for conservative causes in the court system as part of his efforts to build a statewide profile, has been accused of taking bribes from a campaign donor, then using his office’s power to shield that same donor from legal action. He’s also alleged to have retaliated against whistleblowers in his office who came forward to speak about the supposed scheme. The statement, first reported by the Texas Tribune, came via Mr Paxton’s attorney Tony Buzbee. “We will not bow to their evil, illegal, and unprecedented weaponisation of state power in the Senate chamber,” said Mr Buzbee. He added: “​​The House has ignored precedent, denied him an opportunity to prepare his defense, and now wants to ambush him on the floor of the Senate. They had the opportunity to have Attorney General Paxton testify during their sham investigation but refused to do so.” Mr Paxton has long denied the allegations against him — though evasively, as the Tribune and other state media have noted, and has focused the majority of his efforts in recent weeks on criticising the individuals behind his impeachment in the state House of Representatives. At a May press conference addressing the issue, he accused his Republican critics in the House of working to thwart his efforts to champion conservative causes in the courts. “The corrupt politicians in the Texas House are demonstrating that blind loyalty to Speaker Dade Phelan is more important than upholding their oath of office,” he said at the time. “They are determined to ignore the law. They have denied me the opportunity to present the evidence which contradicts their politically motivated narrative.” “The House is poised to do exactly what Joe Biden has been hoping to accomplish since his first day in office: sabotage our work, my work, as attorney general of Texas,” Mr Paxton added at that press conference. He has proceeded to also level unfounded charges of alcohol abuse by the speaker of the Texas House, Dade Phelan, and called for Mr Phelan’s resignation. Others, during the House impeachment process, claimed that they received threatening phone calls from Mr Paxton ahead of the vote. Lawmakers in the House and Senate of the state of Texas have shown no sign, however, of relenting in the face of his bluster. Mr Paxton’s trial is due to begin on 5 September. His wife, a state senator, will be barred on voting for or against his conviction. Read More Should domestic abusers have the right to be armed? The Supreme Court could upend protections for survivors Texas businessman at center of AG Ken Paxton's impeachment pleads not guilty to federal charges Texas Sen. Angela Paxton says she will 'carry out my duties' in husband's impeachment trial Ted Cruz accuses new Barbie movie of ‘pushing Chinese propaganda’ Conservatives go to red states, Democrats to blue as the country grows more polarized Biden renews call for assault weapons ban after ‘tragic and senseless’ spate of July 4 shootings
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Lab tests show substance found at White House was cocaine
Lab tests show substance found at White House was cocaine
Lab testing for the substance found at the White House on Sunday has come back positive for cocaine, according to a person familiar with the matter.
1970-01-01 08:00
In NATO’s new north, fresh chances to contain Moscow
In NATO’s new north, fresh chances to contain Moscow
By Anne Kauranen, Johan Ahlander TORNIO, Finland/KARLSKRONA, Sweden (Reuters) -High above a railway bridge spanning a foaming river just outside
1970-01-01 08:00
German cabinet approves first draft of 2024 budget
German cabinet approves first draft of 2024 budget
BERLIN Germany's cabinet approved on Wednesday the first draft of the 2024 budget for Europe's biggest economy and
1970-01-01 08:00
Former Rep. Mondaire Jones announces new election bid in New York
Former Rep. Mondaire Jones announces new election bid in New York
Former Democratic Rep. Mondaire Jones announced Wednesday that he is running for Congress in New York's 17th District, the seat he previously represented before redistricting thwarted his reelection plans last year.
1970-01-01 08:00
Here's why Celtics might not sign Jaylen Brown to an extension yet
Here's why Celtics might not sign Jaylen Brown to an extension yet
Jaylen Brown is eligible for a huge contract extension this offseason. There appears to be a reason why the Boston Celtics have yet to sign him yet.The Boston Celtics almost did the impossible this past playoff run in overcoming a 3-0 deficit. However, after forcing a Game 7 in the Eastern Confe...
1970-01-01 08:00
Republican Party mocked for Independence Day tweet – with flag of wrong country: ‘We’re not gonna forget’
Republican Party mocked for Independence Day tweet – with flag of wrong country: ‘We’re not gonna forget’
The Republican Party is being called out on social media after it shared the flag of the wrong country in a post to mark 4 July on Twitter. “247 years ago, our forefathers told Ol’ King George to get lost! Happy Independence Day from the GOP!” read the deleted tweet, with a photo of the flag of Liberia attached alongside. Though the GOP’s tweet was swiftly removed from its official handle, the deletion was not fast enough to escape the ridicule that followed. The flag of Liberia resembles the US flag and has similar red and white stripes, but it is distinguished by the presence of a single white star on a blue background, representing Africa’s first independent republic. The US flag has 50 stars to represent the country’s 50 states. In a subsequent tweet, the Republican Party attempted to ignore the mistake and posted another Independence Day message, with the image of a sparkler in front of the US flag. “Thank you to all the men and women in uniform who continue to defend our freedom at home and abroad. Happy Independence Day!” it said. Twitter users, however, were quick to remind them of their mistake. “We’re not gonna forget y’all not knowing the difference between the American flag and the flag of Liberia,” commented a user underneath the post. “Happy ‘the GOP wouldn’t know the American flag if they were looking right at it’ (so they need to post the Liberian flag) to all who celebrate,” wrote another user. “Bwahahahaha, the ‘we love USA’ crowd tweeted the wrong flag originally (Liberia). Is there an explanation as to why right wing parties are so incompetent so often?” wrote another person. Read More Conservatives go to red states, Democrats to blue as the country grows more polarized ‘Rage-baiting’ leftist Twitter account is probably fake, expert says The American flag wasn't always revered as it is today. At the beginning, it was an afterthought Woman killed and several injured in separate July 4 fireworks explosions in Michigan Illinois man critically injured as firework explodes in his face Pete Buttigieg blames severe weather for Fourth of July travel chaos
1970-01-01 08:00
Coinbase Downgraded as Analyst Says Crypto Uncertainty Dims Outlook
Coinbase Downgraded as Analyst Says Crypto Uncertainty Dims Outlook
The uncertainty swirling around Coinbase Global Inc. has made it too difficult to forecast how much revenue the
1970-01-01 08:00
Danish Regulator Orders Saxo Bank to Stop Own Trading in Crypto
Danish Regulator Orders Saxo Bank to Stop Own Trading in Crypto
Denmark’s financial watchdog ordered Saxo Bank to dispose of its own holdings of cryptoassets, saying banks aren’t allowed
1970-01-01 08:00
Coldplay Concert Drives Rush to Online Lending for Indonesians
Coldplay Concert Drives Rush to Online Lending for Indonesians
A lineup of post-pandemic music concerts, from Coldplay to Blackpink, has driven more Indonesians to turn to fintech
1970-01-01 08:00
Saudi Arabia, UAE Business Conditions Improve Even as Costs Rise
Saudi Arabia, UAE Business Conditions Improve Even as Costs Rise
Business conditions Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates improved in June, even as cost pressures increased. Accelerating
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