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Bodies Of 11 Infants Found In Shuttered Funeral Home's Ceiling

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 09:50 AM PDT

Bodies Of 11 Infants Found In Shuttered Funeral Home's CeilingLaw enforcement has recovered the remains of 11 infants hidden in a false


Trump: More At Stake Over Jamal Khashoggi Disappearance Because He's A Reporter

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 05:22 AM PDT

Trump: More At Stake Over Jamal Khashoggi Disappearance Because He's A ReporterPresident Donald Trump has warned "there will be severe punishment" if


Volunteer search teams born of prior disasters reactivated in Florida

Posted: 12 Oct 2018 09:01 PM PDT

Volunteer search teams born of prior disasters reactivated in FloridaBy Friday, two days after Michael plowed into Florida's Panhandle as one of the fiercest hurricanes ever to strike the U.S. mainland, there was no official word on the number unaccounted for in beachfront communities affected by the storm. Loved ones reported the majority unaccounted for, while a smaller number found themselves stranded and sought help, group co-founder Matthew Marchetti said. Most of the search effort focused on Bay and Gulf counties, which took the brunt of the storm while Panama City and Mexico Beach, the towns nearest Michael's landfall accounted for the largest numbers reported missing, he added.


Guatemala Fuego eruption is over: officials

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 03:13 PM PDT

Guatemala Fuego eruption is over: officialsThe eruption of Guatemala's Fuego volcano ended, an official source said, with locals escaping a repeat of June's eruption that killed 190.


Tom Llamas: 'In a lot of ways' Melania Trump is the 'polar opposite of her husband'

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 10:20 AM PDT

Tom Llamas: 'In a lot of ways' Melania Trump is the 'polar opposite of her husband'The Powerhouse Roundtable discusses Tom Llamas's exclusive interview with First Lady Melania Trump.


Planned Parenthood plans for a post-Roe future

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 07:26 AM PDT

Planned Parenthood plans for a post-Roe futureAbortion-rights advocates are preparing for the likelihood that the Supreme Court in the near future may curtail, or completely overturn, Roe v. Wade. Their strategy focuses on securing abortion rights in individual states.


Cat Rescued From Trash 'Minutes' Before Pile Tossed Into Garbage Compactor

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 03:41 PM PDT

Cat Rescued From Trash 'Minutes' Before Pile Tossed Into Garbage CompactorA cat just minutes away from possibly getting thrown into the jaws of a trash


Rescue teams in Florida search for survivors in hurricane-devastated Mexico Beach

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 10:51 AM PDT

Rescue teams in Florida search for survivors in hurricane-devastated Mexico BeachCarefully, the search and rescue team examines what is left of a house devastated by Hurricane Michael when it blasted through this small waterfront community days earlier. Wearing a hard hat and with a hammer in hand, chief Dobson, one of several hundred people searching for survivors in the ruins of Mexico Beach, gingerly climbs the rickety stairs to Number 2603. "Fire rescue, anybody home?" Dobson calls out, before his men follow him up the stairs.


Taliban attack Afghan army base, killing 17 soldiers

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 05:58 AM PDT

Taliban attack Afghan army base, killing 17 soldiersKABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — The Taliban have attacked an army base in western Afghanistan, killing 17 Afghan soldiers and abducting 11 others, officials said Sunday.


Mourners Pack Funeral for 8 of 20 Killed in New York Limo Crash

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 07:31 AM PDT

Mourners Pack Funeral for 8 of 20 Killed in New York Limo CrashFive teddy bears lay by the urns, one for each young child who lost a parent


Marco Rubio Urges Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin To Scrap Saudi Arabia Trip

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 09:20 AM PDT

Marco Rubio Urges Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin To Scrap Saudi Arabia TripSen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) is calling on Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin to


British cyclist shot dead by hunter in French Alps

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 05:31 AM PDT

British cyclist shot dead by hunter in French AlpsA British mountain biker has been shot dead in the French Alps after he was mistaken for an animal by a local hunter. Marc Sutton, 34, originally from south Wales, died on Saturday evening after being struck by a single bullet while cycling in thick woods near the ski resort of Les Gets. The 22-year-old gunman, who has a firearms licence, was with a group of around 20 other hunters when the tragedy occurred. He had to be admitted to hospital after suffering from deep shock following the incident. Mr Sutton, a chef, had lived in the Alps for a number of years and owned and ran a restaurant with his girlfriend near the village of Morzine. Marc Sutton was a keen and experienced mountain biker  Credit: Facebook Amie Henderson, 38, a friend and neighbour of the of the couple told the Telegraph: "This is a very tight-knit expat community and we are all deeply shocked. There is anger too because every year there are hunting accidents." Ms Henderson, who runs a local magazine for holidaymakers called Morzine Source, added: "Marc had a lot of friends in the area. We'll all miss him." Another local wrote on Facebook:  "This is absolutely devastating. Everyone in our community will be affected by last night's accident. So very sad for Marc and everyone with him." Les Gets - locator map A source involved with the police investigation said: "He died instantly after being hit with a single bullet. The accident happened on Saturday evening in thick woods. The shooter went into deep shock when he realised what he had done." The source added: "He was riding a mountain bike on a popular and well used track, but it was difficult to get to and would not have been busy as darkness approached. The hunter may have mistaken him for an animal." Marc Sutton with his partner Jo Watts Credit: Facebook But local prosecutor for the Thonon-Les-Bains region said: "Couldn't be confused with game, as he had a coloured helmet and a coloured mountain bike", suggesting the weapon might have gone off accidentally. It is understood local police are treating the matter as aggravated manslaughter for which the gunman could be prosecuted and jailed. "He was riding a mountain bike on a popular and well used track, but it was difficult to get to and would not have been busy as darkness approached. The hunter may have mistaken him for an animal." Marc Sutton was shot dead on Saturday evening The Foreign Office said it was in contact with the local authorities and was ready to provide assistance to the man's family. It is the latest in a series of hunting accidents in which people have been killed or severely wounded. Last year a 59-year-old hiker was shot dead by a hunter in the Drôme and a 13-year-old boy died when he was accidentally shot by his grandfather. In 2017 a woman who had been sitting in her garden was killed after a stray hunter's bullet passeds through her garden hedge. In 2016, there were 18 fatal hunting accidents reported in France.


Glock vs. Sig Sauer: Glock 17 vs. P226 (Which Gun Is Better?)

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 07:10 AM PDT

Glock vs. Sig Sauer: Glock 17 vs. P226 (Which Gun Is Better?)We take a look. 


Bavaria election humbles Merkel allies, raising tensions in Berlin

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 11:54 AM PDT

Bavaria election humbles Merkel allies, raising tensions in BerlinThe Christian Social Union (CSU) won 37.3 percent of the vote, preliminary results showed, losing its absolute majority for only the second time since 1962 - an outcome sure to stoke infighting in the conservative party, already a difficult partner for Merkel in Berlin. The result, which saw the pro-immigration Greens come second and the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) enter the state assembly for the first time, means the CSU will need to form a coalition - a humiliation for a party used to ruling alone. The Greens, who more than doubled their share of the vote to 17.8 percent, attracted support from more liberal CSU voters and from those who traditionally vote for the left-leaning Social Democrats (SPD), who won just 9.5 percent.


AP Explains: Harvard bias lawsuit heading to trial

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 07:55 AM PDT

AP Explains: Harvard bias lawsuit heading to trialBOSTON (AP) — A lawsuit alleging racial discrimination in Harvard University's admissions process is heading to trial in Boston's federal court.


This Manhattan Triplex is Filled With High Design

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 05:00 AM PDT

This Manhattan Triplex is Filled With High Design


Thousands in Gaza mourn 7 killed in border clashes

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 08:54 AM PDT

Thousands in Gaza mourn 7 killed in border clashesThousands of Palestinians attended funerals Saturday for seven young men shot dead a day earlier by Israeli troops during fresh demonstrations along the Gaza border, an AFP correspondent said. Mourners, including leaders of the enclave's Islamist rulers Hamas, chanted slogans condemning Israel for shooting civilians and called on the international community to deliver justice.


Why No One Wins a War over the South China Sea

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 04:00 AM PDT

Why No One Wins a War over the South China SeaThe gradual expansion of Chinese power in the South China Sea has caused great alarm. However, it should be less alarming than the looming prospect of a trade war, in which the United States will be fighting alone.


Melania Trump Reveals Why She Wore 'I Really Don't Care' Jacket

Posted: 12 Oct 2018 10:14 PM PDT

Melania Trump Reveals Why She Wore 'I Really Don't Care' JacketMelania Trump finally admitted that she intentionally wore a designer jacket


Fake news or chilling message? Journalist's disappearance divides Saudis

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 05:10 AM PDT

Fake news or chilling message? Journalist's disappearance divides SaudisSome Saudis are treating Turkish allegations that prominent journalist Jamal Khashoggi was killed in their country's consulate in Istanbul as fake news. Others see the alleged murder of Khashoggi, an outspoken critic of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, as a chilling message for opponents of the Saudi government and a sign that the crown prince's much heralded reforms are unlikely to embrace real freedom of expression. Khashoggi, a high-profile commentator on the Middle East, entered the consulate in Istanbul on Oct. 2 to obtain marriage documents.


74-Year-Old Man Accused of Killing Woman in His Front Yard Pleads Not Guilty

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 01:30 PM PDT

74-Year-Old Man Accused of Killing Woman in His Front Yard Pleads Not GuiltyAccording to West Sacramento police, Ronald Mehler, 74, admitted to shooting a woman to death on Wednesday, however he entered a not guilty plea on Friday.


GE pushes back Q3 earnings release to October 30

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 12:27 AM PDT

GE pushes back Q3 earnings release to October 30General Electric, the once-mighty conglomerate which weeks ago announced a new chief executive in a move meant to stem a two-year decline, has said it will move the date of its third-quarter earnings release to October 30. The company postponed the release by a week "to allow GE Chairman and CEO Larry Culp to complete initial business reviews and site visits following his appointment on October 1," it said in a statement. In announcing Culp's rise, the company, which was bumped from the prestigious Dow Jones Industrial Average in June, cited his history as chief executive of the industrial and healthcare conglomerate Danaher, where GE said he presided over a quintupling of market capitalization.


Take a Full Tour of the Elegant Home Conversion for Mati Bonetti de Buccini and Family

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 05:00 AM PDT

Take a Full Tour of the Elegant Home Conversion for Mati Bonetti de Buccini and Family


Twitter Users Jeer GOP Candidate Over 'Most Elitist Threat I've Ever Heard'

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 01:42 AM PDT

Twitter Users Jeer GOP Candidate Over 'Most Elitist Threat I've Ever Heard'Pennsylvania's wealthy GOP gubernatorial candidate Scott Wagner faced


Beauty meets tech: Get a self-cleaning skincare brush on sale

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 02:00 AM PDT

Beauty meets tech: Get a self-cleaning skincare brush on saleYou always forget to wash your face, don't you? Cleansing, exfoliating, and moisturizing your face after a grueling day may *sound* like a good idea, but you always forget — or are too tired — to do so. We're going to level with you: It's really important to wash your face. Not only can it remove impurities and give you a healthy, youthful glow, but your skin is also your body's largest organ. Why  treat it any differently than, say, your heart or kidneys? It's time to develop your skincare routine, with an assist from technology. The TAO Clean Orbital Facial Brush System might be just the thing to get you started. Plus, just look at it: Image: Tao CleanDoesn't it kind of look like a spaceship? Thanks in part to its soft bristles and powerful rotation technology, this brush can reportedly clean deep in your pores, removing dirt, makeup, and other debris. Simply apply your cleanser onto your face, turn on your brush, and let 'er rip. This brush is apparently so powerful that TAO claims it's more effective than manually washing your face. But a clean face is only one piece of the puzzle. The base doubles as a cleaning system that dries your brush when idle. Wet brushes are susceptible to unwanted bacteria, which would ultimately end up on your face and defeat the whole purpose. However, this cleaning station promises to kill 99.9 percent of bacteria, leaving you with a clean, dry brush every time. Oh yeah and it's also on sale. Normally, the TAO Clean Orbital Facial Brush System costs a staggering $129, but for the next few days, you can get it for $70. Honestly, this product is so cool — and surprisingly affordable — that it might even make you *want* to wash your face. Image: TAO Clean TAO Clean Orbital Facial Brush System — $69.99 See Details


Buffer zone brings fragile calm to Syria's rebel-held Idlib

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 12:28 PM PDT

Buffer zone brings fragile calm to Syria's rebel-held IdlibBEIRUT (AP) — A month after Russia, Turkey and Iran came together in a last-ditch effort to avert a potentially catastrophic Syrian government offensive in Idlib, they appear to have succeeded in creating a buffer zone around the northern rebel-held province, defusing tensions in a major flashpoint area.


Bombcat: How the Navy's Deadly F-14 Tomcat (Briefly) Served as a Strike Aircraft

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 02:00 AM PDT

Bombcat: How the Navy's Deadly F-14 Tomcat (Briefly) Served as a Strike AircraftSome history you may not know. 


Donald Trump's tweet to Princess Eugenie leaves Britain scratching its head 

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 10:24 AM PDT

Donald Trump's tweet to Princess Eugenie leaves Britain scratching its head Even by Donald Trump's standards it was a puzzling Tweet. More than two days after Princess Eugenie's wedding to Jack Brooksbank, the US President took to social media to praise the 'truly beautiful bride' adding, 'she has been through so much and has come out a total winner!' Yet Twitter users were quick to point out that the 9th in line to the throne had so far enjoyed a relatively straightforward and privileged life. British opera singer Melinda Hughes, replied to President Trump asking: "What has she been through? Please enlighten us Brits because we have no idea what you're talking about." Princess Eugenie of York was a truly beautiful bride yesterday. She has been through so much, and has come out a total winner!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) October 14, 2018 Angus Brochan, MP for Braeburn East, quipped "Been through so much...champagne." The Tweet is believed to refer to a scar on Princess Eugenie's back from an operation for scoliosis aged 12, which was visible above the dipped back of her wedding gown.  The condition causes the spine to misalign and make the back appear hunched.   Earlier this year she revealed for the first time her own x-rays showing the damage to her spine and ahead of the wedding spoke of the importance of 'showing people your scars.' Before the wedding Princess Eugenie said it was important for people to show their scars  Credit: Toby Melville AFP However President Trump's effusive message was in stark contrast to his silence on Twitter following the marriage of Prince Harry to Meghan Markle, after he was snubbed from the wedding. During the US election campaign in 2016, Miss Markle, now the Duchess of Sussex, told The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore than she believed Mr Trump was misogynistic and divisive. President Trump and wife Melania did make a charity donation as a wedding gift to the Duke and Duchess, but made no public declaration of congratulations. The Duke and Duchess did not meet the President and First Lady during an official visit in July.


Trump says U.S. would be 'punishing' itself if it halts Saudi arms sales

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 05:23 AM PDT

Trump says U.S. would be 'punishing' itself if it halts Saudi arms salesTurkey's government believes he was deliberately killed inside the building and his body removed. Trump has forged closer ties with Saudi Arabia and is under international and domestic pressure to help determine what happened to Khashoggi and punish Saudi Arabia if investigations show its government had him killed. Republican and Democratic lawmakers alike have demanded firm action.


Iran's president seeks to downplay US oil sanctions

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 05:32 AM PDT

Iran's president seeks to downplay US oil sanctionsTEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran's president on Sunday tried to downplay U.S. sanctions targeting the country's vital oil and gas sector that are set to be restored next month.


Healthy Desserts Under 150 Calories

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 03:01 AM PDT

Healthy Desserts Under 150 CaloriesOne of the most pervasive healthy eating myths is that having dessert is off limits. True, you shouldn't be digging into a super-size slice of cheesecake every day, but it's perfectly fine to tre...


Democrat accuses Republican opponent of creating 'miasma of fear' to scare people out of voting for her

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 01:41 PM PDT

Democrat accuses Republican opponent of creating 'miasma of fear' to scare people out of voting for herThe Democrat running to be the governor of Georgia has accused her Republican counterpart of creating a "miasma of fear" to scare people out of voting for her. Stacey Abrams, who would be the first African American woman elected to a governorship if she defeats Brian Kemp next month, accused her opponent of creating a voter identification law – which has put tens of thousands of voter registration applications on hold – to try and scare people. "This is simply a redux of a failed system that is designed to both scare people out of voting and make it harder for those who are willing to push through, make it harder for them to vote," Ms Abrams said on CNN.


Malaysia's Anwar wins by-election, steps closer to premiership

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 09:22 AM PDT

Malaysia's Anwar wins by-election, steps closer to premiershipMalaysia's Anwar Ibrahim won a by-election engineered for his return to parliament by an overwhelming majority on Saturday, bringing him closer to the premiership that has been promised to him by former foe, Mahathir Mohamad. The victory marks Anwar's official return to political life just five months after he was freed from jail, and will also be the first time that both he and Mahathir are members of parliament under the same banner after a bitter feud lasting over 20 years. Anwar, who has been the face of Malaysia's Reformasi or Reform movement over the past twenty years, won the seat by a majority of over 23,500 votes despite a low voter turnout on polling day in the coastal parliamentary seat of Port Dickson.


Russia may resume manned space flights on November 28: Interfax

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 07:47 AM PDT

Russia may resume manned space flights on November 28: InterfaxThe next manned flight of a Soyuz rocket to the International Space Station (ISS) could take place on Nov. 28, Interfax news agency quoted a Russian space industry source on Saturday as saying. A Russian cosmonaut and a U.S. astronaut survived an aborted liftoff after a Soyuz rocket bound for the ISS failed in mid-air two minutes after the launch in Kazakhstan, leading to a dramatic emergency landing. Russia's space agency Roscosmos was not immediately available for comment on Saturday on the Interfax report.


Hundreds taken by IS from displacement camp in east Syria: monitor

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 03:32 AM PDT

Hundreds taken by IS from displacement camp in east Syria: monitorHundreds of people were taken by Islamic State group fighters from a displacement camp in east Syria during a jihadist counterattack against advancing US-backed forces, a monitor said Saturday. The jihadists raided the camp on Friday, taking "more than 100 families" including relatives of IS defectors and of jihadists killed in fighting, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. A number of fighters of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) died trying to defend the camp in a battle that lasted several hours, the Britain-based monitoring group said.


Pennsylvania Republican candidate threatens to stomp on opponent's face with golf spikes

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 03:47 AM PDT

Pennsylvania Republican candidate threatens to stomp on opponent's face with golf spikesThe Republican candidate for governor of Pennsylvania threatened to stomp on the face of his Democratic opponent in a social media video on Friday and then walked back his comments, saying he made a mistake in his choice of words. Republican Scott Wagner is trailing well behind incumbent Democrat Tom Wolf in the polls ahead of the Nov. 6 election, and the video posted on Wagner's campaign Facebook page was part of an acrimonious battle in one of most populous US states. "Governor Wolf, let me tell you what, between now and Nov. 6, you'd better put a catcher's mask on your face because I'm going to stomp all over your face with golf spikes," Mr Wagner said in the video. A few hours later, the video was taken down. Mr Wagner explained: "I may have chosen a poor metaphor. I shouldn't have said what I said." On his Facebook page, Mr Wolf encouraged people to share the original video if they agreed that "Scott Wagner should not be the governor of Pennsylvania." Governor of Pennsylvania Tom Wolf  Credit: Marla Aufmuth/ Getty Images North America The video with Mr Wagner's threat set off a social media storm and attracted the attention of a few prominent Republicans, including Steve Scalise, the No. 3 three Republican in the US House of Representatives. "These comments are totally unacceptable. As I've said many times before, there is absolutely no place in our politics for this kind of rhetoric, said Mr Scalise, who battled for his life after he was shot by a gunman who opened fire on Republican lawmakers during baseball practice in 2017.


AP Explains: What's known about Saudi writer's disappearance

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 06:46 AM PDT

AP Explains: What's known about Saudi writer's disappearanceDUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Veteran Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi disappeared over a week ago while on a visit to the Saudi Consulate in Istanbul, sparking an international uproar involving the kingdom, Turkey and the United States that remains unresolved.


Israel approves 31 settler homes in flashpoint Hebron: minister

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 05:20 PM PDT

Israel approves 31 settler homes in flashpoint Hebron: ministerIsrael's government Sunday approved the construction of 31 settler homes in Hebron, the first such green light for the flashpoint West Bank city since 2002, a cabinet minister said. Construction permits were agreed in October last year but needed the government's approval, according to the Peace Now NGO which monitors settlement construction in occupied territory. "For the first time in more than 20 years, Hebron will have a new Jewish neighbourhood where a military camp once stood," Defence Minister Avigdor Lieberman said after the weekly cabinet meeting.


Sheriff's deputy crashes into home near Bodega Bay during pursuit, causing fire

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 01:56 PM PDT

Sheriff's deputy crashes into home near Bodega Bay during pursuit, causing fireThe deputy's cruiser caught fire after the crash, which sent flames into the home.


Why Smart Speakers Are Your Gateway to the Smart Home

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 03:09 AM PDT

Why Smart Speakers Are Your Gateway to the Smart HomeWithin the past few years, smart—or internet-connected—devices and appliances have made it possible to have your washer alert you by phone when the spin cycle is done, adjust the thermostat befor...


The Japanese Military's Greatest Enemy Isn't China

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 12:00 AM PDT

The Japanese Military's Greatest Enemy Isn't ChinaBut a shrinking population...


Merkel's Bavarian allies brace for election bruising

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 04:03 PM PDT

Merkel's Bavarian allies brace for election bruisingChancellor Angela Merkel's Bavarian allies are heading for their worst state election result in over 60 years in a regional vote on Sunday that is likely to increase tensions within Germany's fragile coalition government. According to the latest polls, the Christian Social Union (CSU) will win around 34 percent, losing the absolute majority with which the center-right party has controlled its southeastern heartland for most of the post-war period. The regional protest party Free Voters and the anti-immigration Alternative for Germany (AfD) party are both forecast to win roughly 10 percent of the votes.


Window 'narrowing' for global economy, IMF warns

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 02:32 AM PDT

Window 'narrowing' for global economy, IMF warnsThe window of opportunity for safeguarding global growth is "narrowing" as trade disputes deepen and emerging markets face fiscal crisis, the IMF said Saturday, warning countries against worsening things by weaponising currency and interest-rate policies. US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin had downplayed the global concerns expressed at an International Monetary Fund meeting held this week in Bali under the shadow of US-China tensions, saying the world would benefit if Beijing is forced to changes its trade policies.


Plenty of U.S.-Turkey Tension Remains Even After Pastor's Return

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 01:54 PM PDT

Plenty of U.S.-Turkey Tension Remains Even After Pastor's ReturnThe evangelical pastor's case was championed by Vice President Mike Pence and Secretary of State Michael Pompeo, among others. Turkey had charged Brunson with aiding people involved in a failed 2016 coup against Erdogan, accusations the U.S. rejected.


Duke and Duchess of Sussex follow in Queen's footsteps on Royal tour with Fijian ceremony mirroring trip 65 years ago

Posted: 14 Oct 2018 04:15 PM PDT

Duke and Duchess of Sussex follow in Queen's footsteps on Royal tour with Fijian ceremony mirroring trip 65 years agoWhen the Duke and Duchess of Sussex kick off first Commonwealth tour as a married couple, they will of course follow a careful-curated schedule taking in each of their personal interests. As they do so, there will be one particular interest never far from their minds: Granny. The Duke and Duchess, who arrived in a wet and wintery Australia on Monday, are to follow in the footsteps of the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh throughout their tour, undertaking at least one event which exactly mirrors their visit 65 years ago. The Duke will speak on stage at the Royal Opera House in Sydney, 45 years after his grandmother officially opened it on October 20, 1973. In Australia and New Zealand, the couple will unveil the latest Queen's Commonwealth Canopies, preserving native bush and the water-hardy Satinay trees, of the type used to build the London docks in the 1930s, in Her Majesty's "legacy project". rince Harry and Meghan Markle, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex arrive at Sydney airport Credit: SplashNews In Melbourne, they will meet successful Queen's Young Leaders, including Hunter Johnson, founder of the mental health initiative aimed at tackling toxic masculinity The Man Cave.  In Fiji, the Duke and Duchess will be welcomed in a ceremony known as the Veirqaraqaravi Vakavanua, which celebrates Fijian heritage and cultural identity. A spokesman said it would "mirror in format" the ceremony attended by the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh in 1953, emphasising continuity through the generations. On Saturday, the couple will appear on stage at the Sydney Opera House. The Duke will deliver a speech welcoming competitors to the Invictus Games, with special words of gratitude for the families, partners and friends who have supported  them through their toughest times. The night will be particularly poignant for the Duchess. Little over a year ago, in her then-home town of Toronto, Meghan Markle made her first public appearance to watch Prince Harry at work. Then, she sat apart from him in the arena's ordinary seats, with friend Marcus Anderson. It was later at the Invictus Games that the couple first appeared hand-in-hand at a wheelchair tennis event, before being spied in a private box at the closing ceremony together with friend Jessica Mulroney. A year on, having married and promoted to new titles, the Duke and Duchess will finally bring their public relationship full circle as they take to the stage together. Remarkably, Mrs Mulroney is reported to be flying from Canada to join her friend this week, after working as her unofficial long-distance stylist for some time. She and her husband Ben will be attending the Invictus Games in Sydney, according to the Sunday Times.  The Duke's grandparents visited both Tonga and Fiji in that year, with a major tour around Australia from February to April in 1954. Meghan Markle: best looks Asked about the visit by a young woman from Tonga at a Buckingham Palace reception earlier this year, the Queen fondly recalled the "wonderful" time which saw them hosted by Queen Salote and serenaded by nose flutes.  Speaking of a large picnic attended by the two Queens, in which she sat on the floor, she disclosed a small difficulty unlikely to faze the yoga-loving Duchess of Sussex. "The only thing I found difficult was sitting cross-legged a lot," the Queen said. "It's quite painful for people who are not built in the same direction."


March to the Polls rally in Chicago draws thousands

Posted: 13 Oct 2018 02:48 PM PDT

March to the Polls rally in Chicago draws thousandsThousands of people have marched through downtown Chicago to express their displeasure at President Donald Trump and encourage voters to go to the polls for next month's midterm election.


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