Lincoln Project targets 3 deep red states with million-dollar ad buy as election map ‘turning against’ Trump

With just three days left until the election, President Trump’s enemies are seeing new opportunities in staunchly red states.

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2TDQRzq

Russia pledges help to Yerevan if fighting reaches Armenia

Russia on Saturday pledged to "necessary" help for Yerevan in the conflict with Azerbaijan if fighting reached Armenian territory, after its ally requested security assistance.

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/37VNyMe

Government agencies paying thousands to become 'Diversity Champions' for gay-rights charity

Government agencies and public bodies are paying hundreds of thousands of pounds a year to become 'Diversity Champions' for a charity with controversial views on transgender rights. Roughly 250 Government departments and public bodies, including police forces, local councils and NHS trusts, pay thousands each year to be members of the programme run by Stonewall. The amount that each organisation pays is shrouded in secrecy, but the base rate is £2,500 and can vary depending on the size of the organisation, suggesting that the taxpayer is footing a bill of at least £600,000. A recent Freedom of Information (FOI) request to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) shows it is paying the charity £6,000 a year for two subscriptions – one for their staff in England and one in Wales. A separate FOI request to the Scottish Government shows it paid £9,144 to the charity in 2019, including £7,200 for membership. As part of the programme, organisations are given training on inclusion and instructed to implement controversial policies such transgender people being able to choose which toilets and changing rooms to use. The CPS is currently facing a judicial review over its membership, which campaigners say renders it “institutionally biased”. It is said the legal challenge could have “huge implications” for other public bodies. On Saturday evening, critics claimed signing up to policies set by a group which is lobbying to change the law on gender issues, calls into question the ability of public bodies to remain impartial. The list of members on Stonewall’s website includes approximately 250 taxpayer-funded institutions, an analysis by The Telegraph has found, including GCHQ, MI5, the Ministry of Defence, the Cabinet Office, the Department for Education and the Ministry of Justice. The list also contains 57 local authorities, 47 emergency service providers, including almost 30 police forces, and more than 50 NHS organisations. Stonewall’s accounts show it made £3.26 million in fees last year, up from £2.76 million the year before, a large part of which comes from the Diversity Champions programme, but also includes payments from schools for becoming 'Education Champions' and for event speakers. On their own websites many organisations hail themselves as Diversity Champions without mentioning they pay a subscription fee for the title. For example, the Department for Work and Pensions notes: “Stonewall acknowledges DWP as a Diversity Champion in recognition of our work to promote supportive work environments for our lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT) colleagues” – but does not disclose any payments. Stonewall says membership allows organisations to have access to their research and expertise as well as networking opportunities. One teenage girl, supported by the Safe Schools Alliance UK (SSA),has applied for a judicial review of the CPS membership of the Diversity Champions programme. The CPS has responded saying membership of the Diversity Champions programme has no bearing on its role as a prosecuting authority, and a judge is set to decide whether there is a case to answer in the coming weeks. Tracy Shaw, a spokesperson for the SSA, said there was a duty on public bodies to remain impartial, objective and balanced and that could be compromised by membership of a lobby group. She said: “How can you be impartial when you are part of a champion programme which compels you to do certain things and behave in a certain way that contravenes women and girls rights to safe spaces?" Nancy Kelley, chief executive of Stonewall said: "All employers, including public authorities, have a legal duty to reduce inequalities and ensure lesbian, gay, bi and trans people are free from discrimination at work. “Our industry-leading Diversity Champions programme supports organisations to make their workplaces more inclusive of LGBT people. This work is absolutely vital as more than a third of LGBT staff (35 per cent) hide who they are at work, while one in five (18 per cent) have been the target of bullying because they’re LGBT. “The programme covers everything from policy and procedure, to staff networks and monitoring, to culture and well-being to help organisation create truly inclusive workplaces." A CPS spokesman said: “Our status as a Stonewall champion plays no part in our decision making. It is to show that the CPS is an employer that welcomes and respects our LGBT+ staff.”

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2HTcw4g

Greg Gutfeld: What the 2020 election means for everyone

Greg Gutfeld covers the final push to election day.

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/388Xt10

Tensions rise outside of Kamala Harris event in Fort Worth

As the November 3 presidential election draws near, tensions continue to rise amongst Democrats and Republicans. Democratic vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris arrived at a campaign stop in Fort Worth, Texas at First Saint John Catherdral on Friday. A small group of Trump-Pence supporters were also present, causing discord, according to the Star Telegram.

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/3mGXeOQ

Fact check: False claim that Joe and Hunter Biden pictured golfing with Burisma CEO

A viral photo falsely claims to show the Bidens golfing with the CEO of Burisma Holdings.

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/3kPyMKO

Bricks thrown at police, Northwestern University students pepper-sprayed in off-campus clash as protesters again call on university to defund its police

EVANSTON, Ill. — After leaving campus, protesters from Northwestern University who were demonstrating Saturday night clashed with Evanston authorities, and a school spokesman said both students and officers reported dangerous conditions from attacks by the other side. Jon Yates, a spokesman with the university, said he had been in contact with the department and was told officers used pepper ...

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/3mKYnVw

Michigan secretary of state says elections in her state are among the "most secure" in the nation

Michigan's Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson says her state's elections are "among the most secure in the country." Benson joins CBSN to discuss what she's doing to ensure the election results reflect the "will of the people."

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/387J1qp

Illinois officers who fatally shot a Black teen left him to bleed out on the ground for 8 minutes without treatment, his mother alleges in a lawsuit

The lawsuit filed by Marcellis Stinnette's mother says Waukegan, Illinois officers involved in the fatal shooting of her son had "no probable cause."

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2TG89fo

Prince William caught Covid in April but kept diagnosis secret

The Duke of Cambridge was struck down with coronavirus in April but kept the diagnosis secret so as not to “worry” anyone, it has emerged. The Duke, 38, is said to have struggled to breathe during his illness and was treated by doctors before isolating at the family home, Anmer Hall, in Norfolk. He is said to have later told one observer at an engagement: “There were important things going on and I didn’t want to worry anyone." The Duke’s diagnosis came shortly after it was announced that both his father, the Prince of Wales, and Boris Johnson had contracted the virus. He was reportedly concerned that revealing his own plight to the nation would create further panic. Kensington Palace sources played down the severity of his illness. But a source told The Sun: "William was hit pretty hard by the virus - it really knocked him for six. "At one stage he was struggling to breathe, so obviously everyone around him was pretty panicked. "After seeing medics and testing positive - which was obviously quite a shock given how fit and healthy he is - William was determined it should be business as usual though. "He was determined to fulfil his engagements.” There was no public hint that the Duke had fallen ill during the height of the pandemic, not least as he continued to work throughout April, carrying out 14 telephone and video call engagements throughout the month. Memorably, he was filmed standing at the door of Anmer Hall with the Duchess of Cambridge, 38, and their children, Prince George, seven, Princess Charlotte, five, and two-year-old Prince Louis as they lead the nation in a Clap for Carers.

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2HVOaqz

Trump will reportedly declare victory if he's 'ahead' on Election Night but his claims will carry no legal weight and the remaining ballots will still be counted

The president, who has long questioned electoral institutions of the US, is taking steps to exert control over the messaging of Election night.

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/3mH1EVT

Kentucky Police Training Quoted Hitler and Urged ‘Ruthless’ Violence - The New York Times

1. Kentucky Police Training Quoted Hitler and Urged ‘Ruthless’ Violence  The New York Times
2. Kentucky governor condemns use of Hitler quotes in uncovered police training material | TheHill  The Hill
3. Training manual once used by Kentucky police quotes Hitler  New York Daily News
4. Kentucky State Police training presentation quoting Hitler is 'unacceptable,' governor says  Yahoo News
5. Old Kentucky State Police training presentation draws criticism for quoting Hitler, Confederate general  WSAZ-TV
6. View Full Coverage on Google News

from Top stories - Google News https://ift.tt/3eizhuf

Ashlee Simpson and Evan Ross Welcome Second Child Together - Billboard

1. Ashlee Simpson and Evan Ross Welcome Second Child Together  Billboard
2. Ashlee Simpson and husband Evan Ross announce the arrival of son Ziggy with heart-melting photo  Daily Mail
3. Ashlee Simpson Welcomes a Baby Boy with Husband Evan Ross  Yahoo Entertainment
4. Ashlee Simpson Ross Gives Birth, Welcomes Baby No. 2 With Evan Ross  E! NEWS
5. Ashlee Simpson and Evan Ross Welcome Son Ziggy: 'Our Sweet Boy Has Arrived!'  PEOPLE
6. View Full Coverage on Google News

from Top stories - Google News https://ift.tt/37XEKWa

Kim Kardashian gives a tour of her home decked out for Halloween with a TARANTULA on of her house - Daily Mail

1. Kim Kardashian gives a tour of her home decked out for Halloween with a TARANTULA on of her house  Daily Mail
2. Lady Gaga Busts Out Braless 'Kim Kardashian' Look To Get Fans Out To Vote!  The Blast
3. Kanye West Gifts Kim Kardashian Hologram of Deceased Dad | The View  The View
4. View Full Coverage on Google News

from Top stories - Google News https://ift.tt/34LND3c

Oklahoma State Attempts to Distract Texas FG Attempt With Video Board - Sports Illustrated

1. Oklahoma State Attempts to Distract Texas FG Attempt With Video Board  Sports Illustrated
2. Texas vs. Oklahoma State score, takeaways: Longhorns storm back to knock off No. 6 Cowboys in overtime  CBSSports.com
3. Texas vs Oklahoma State Football Highlights  Big 12 Conference
4. Ehlinger’s TD pass helps Texas beat No. 6 Oklahoma State in OT  KOCO Oklahoma City
5. Texas vs. No. 6 Oklahoma State: Game thread  Burnt Orange Nation
6. View Full Coverage on Google News

from Top stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2HWaakL

US Election 2020: Biden and Trump in last weekend dash round swing states

Joe Biden is in Michigan while Donald Trump arrives in Pennsylvania, both key to the White House race.

from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ecV4U6

US election: The big issue that could hurt Trump

Just ahead of the election, the US is seeing what could be the largest outbreak of the pandemic so far.

from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kQx63C

US election 2020: 'It just makes me feel like a nobody'

Former prisoner Davion Hampton from Florida wants to vote in this US election. But he can't.

from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/320sWi5

US election: 'All Republicans should marry Democrats'

Chenren and Cathy Shao haven't let political differences get in the way of their eight-year marriage.

from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2HVJXmN

US election 2020: The great dividing line of this campaign

For some Americans, civil unrest after police shootings is driving their support for Donald Trump.

from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TJaHte

For transgender people in the military, much hinges on presidential election

Joe Biden has been vague about his plans for the military if he wins the election, but one specific promise he has made is to roll back the Trump administration policy that effectively bars transgender service members from serving openly in accord with their gender identity.

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2HG5aBj

Fact check: There is no Sen. Rob Donaldson, so posts of his speech about Barrett are fake

A post on new Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett originated as a hypothetical. It took off, with many people assuming it was from a real senator.

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/3efQ4yk

2020 election results: Why Americans probably won’t find out who won on 3 November

'There is no chance that we will know on election night the full vote total in Michigan'

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/3jNHRlQ

Daylight-saving time ends on Sunday, November 1 — here's why we have it and why some countries and states have gotten rid of it

At 2 a.m. ET on November 1, Americans will "fall back" by moving their clocks an hour earlier to end seven months of daylight-saving time.

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2HVMBsJ

'They give me the willies': scientist who vacuumed murder hornets braces for fight

Chris Looney helped dismantle the first nest of Asian giant hornets in the US. Now he’s preparing for the next stepThe eradication of the first nest of Asian giant hornets on US soil somewhat resembled a science fiction depiction of an alien landing site. A crew of government specialists in white, astronaut-like protective suits descended upon the hornet nexus to vanquish it with a futuristic-looking vacuum cleaner, to the relief of onlookers.The nest of the fearsome invasive insects, notoriously known as “murder hornets”, was found in a tree crevice near Blaine, in Washington state, via a tracking device attached to a previously captured worker hornet. The Washington state department of agriculture (WSDA) confirmed the nest had been successfully removed, with dozens of live captives taken back for inspection.“It was cold so they were docile, so between their slowness and the protective gear no one was hurt,” said Chris Looney, a WSDA entomologist who was tasked with vacuuming up the hornets.Wielding a lengthy, toxic stinger, the hornets can cause renal failure and death in people, as dozens of people in Japan have found out to their cost. One entomologist in Canada described the feeling of being stung as like “having hot tacks pushed into my flesh”.They can also squirt venom, as Looney saw first-hand when his lab workbench was sprayed by hornets as they roused themselves following capture. “I was more worried about getting permanent nerve damage in the eye from the squirted venom than being stung,” said Looney, who wore goggles for the capture. “They are pretty intimidating, even for an inch-and-a-half insect. They are big and loud and I know it would hurt very badly if I get stung. They give me the willies.”Murder hornets do not earn their moniker from killing people, however, with honeybees far more likely to be targeted. A honeybee colony can be decimated within a few hours, with the hornets decapitating their victims and feeding severed body parts to their young. This poses a gnawing concern for hobbyist beekeepers and even farmers in the US north-west, where managed honeybees are crucial for the pollination of crops such as blueberries and raspberries.Asian giant hornets were first discovered in North America last year, popping up in British Columbia, Canada, before a handful of specimens made it south of the border to Washington state. The hornets, native to east Asia, most likely arrived on the continent clinging to imported goods sent via sea or air. A close relative of the hornet has already made separate inroads into France and the UK.A key, and unnerving, question is how far they will manage to spread across America. Looney said the removal of the first nest found in the US was just a “small victory” in a battle likely to rage for several years to contain the insects. Thousands of sightings have been reported in Washington, and while many are false or mistaken, Looney said it was likely the hornets had spread, potentially establishing dozens more nests.“It’s hard to say how they will behave here compared to their native range, but the fear is that there are large apiaries of bees that could be sitting ducks, while as the hornets move south to warmer weather their colonies could grow larger,” he said. “The object of our work is to avoid finding this out.”Scientists who have modeled the potential spread of the hornets predict they will be able to extend down the west coast into California. The Rocky Mountains and drier interior of the US pose major barriers to an eastward push but environs on the east coast such as New York would be ideal homes for the murder hornets should they inadvertently be transported there.Looney said he was “troubled” by evidence that overwintering hornet queens like to bury themselves in straw and hay, commodities that are regularly shifted around the US by train or truck. A hornet queen that hitched a ride would still face challenges establishing a nest even if moved to the east coast – it could immediately be crushed underfoot, after all – but the potential pathway is there.“I’m more worried about human transportation of these hornets than I initially was,” Looney conceded.The Asian giant hornet is just the latest invasive species to make its mark on North America. Burmese pythons are now legion in southern Florida, while Asian carp are common in the Mississippi river system. In the insect world, the spotted lanternfly is a growing agricultural pest and emerald ash borers have arrived to lay waste to stands of trees.These arrivals are symptoms of the growth in international trade and tourism, while climate change is making many parts of the US more hospitable for certain invasive species. The Asian giant hornet, for example, is thought to favor the sort of elevated temperatures that the US is experiencing as the planet heats up. This could help it spread at the rate of its cousin species in France, which has been able to advance up to 78km a year. If it is not controlled, the murder hornet could fundamentally change ecosystems across the US.Still, even in a fraught year racked by a pandemic, social unrest and economic disaster, Looney said any fears of being assailed by a murder hornet should be “low on the anxiety meter”.He added: “We should be concerned about it but we will do our best until the money runs out or the battle is won or lost. If we fail, it will be unpleasant. But there are other things to be much more worried about right now.”

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2HIAH5G

Typhoon Goni: Philippines hit by year's most powerful storm

Torrential rain and "catastrophic violent winds" are expected on the main island of Luzon on Sunday.

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/35PBeKV

Body-camera footage released of Wallace killing; family says officers were improperly trained

The footage from body-worn cameras that was taken as police responded to a call about Walter Wallace Jr. shows him emerging from a house with a knife as relatives shout at officers about his mental health condition, a lawyer for the man's family said Thursday.

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/37VmH2R

Kyle Rittenhouse extradited to Wisconsin following terse ruling from Illinois judge accusing him of asking the court to 'ignore binding Illinois law'

Rittenhouse, charged in Wisconsin with first-degree homicide over the shooting of three people at Kenosha protests, had been fighting his extradition.

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/34IG8Kw

US salutes Greece, Turkey earthquake diplomacy

The United States on Friday hailed diplomacy between uneasy neighbors Greece and Turkey following a major earthquake and said it was ready to assist the NATO allies.

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/34Ozgvf

Dozens of undelivered ballots found at Miami-Dade post office with mail backlog

Special agents with the U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General discovered 48 pieces of election mail sitting in a post office in South Miami-Dade County on Friday, the office announced Saturday morning. Forty-two of them were ballots that had not yet been delivered to voters, officials said, while the other six had already been filled out and were brought to the Miami-Dade supervisor of elections Friday night.

from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2HRDZU5