Ex-Pennsylvania congressman awaits racketeering sentence
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A Philadelphia Democrat who spent two decades in Congress could spend that long in prison if federal prosecutors get their way at his sentencing Monday.
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A Philadelphia Democrat who spent two decades in Congress could spend that long in prison if federal prosecutors get their way at his sentencing Monday.
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A Philadelphia Democrat who spent two decades in Congress could spend that long in prison if federal prosecutors get their way at his sentencing Monday.
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A Philadelphia Democrat who spent two decades in Congress could spend that long in prison if federal prosecutors get their way at his sentencing Monday.
Former Rep. Chaka Fattah, 60, was convicted of misspending government grants and charity money to fund his campaign and personal expenses, even as he and his TV anchor wife earned more than $500,000 a year. The nonprofit efforts — including a NASA-funded mobile science classroom emblazoned with Fattah's name that roamed Philadelphia during the mayoral campaign — helped promote Fattah's political career, prosecutors said in their sentencing memo. The jury convicted him of leading a five-person racketeering... Читать дальше...
LOS ANGELES — Carmelo Anthony was thrilled when several Knicks took turns hitting big shots while they held off the Lakers. He can see New York embracing the teamwork and syncopated speed necessary to run coach Jeff Hornacek’s offense effectively.
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LOS ANGELES — A former JetBlue flight attendant accused of trying to sneak a suitcase full of cocaine through Los Angeles International Airport and making a dramatic dash to escape is set to plead guilty in the case in federal court on Monday.
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RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — As Brazilians mourned the recent plane crash that killed 71 people, including almost an entire soccer team, President Michel Temer spent days publicly wavering about whether to attend the memorial service in the southern city…
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — As Brazilians mourned the recent plane crash that killed 71 people, including almost an entire soccer team, President Michel Temer spent days publicly wavering about whether to attend the memorial service in the southern city…
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — As Brazilians mourned the recent plane crash that killed 71 people, including almost an entire soccer team, President Michel Temer spent days publicly wavering about whether to attend the memorial service in the southern city…
Nominations for the 74th annual Golden Globes will be announced Monday morning from Beverly Hills, California.
Nominations for the 74th annual Golden Globes will be announced Monday morning from Beverly Hills, California.
Nominations for the 74th annual Golden Globes will be announced Monday morning from Beverly Hills, California.
Among the films expected to take in a number of nods are Damien Chazelle's nostalgic Los Angeles musical "La La Land," Barry Jenkins' lyrical coming-of-age tale "Moonlight," Kenneth Lonergan's New England drama "Manchester by the Sea" and Denzel Washington's August Wilson adaptation "Fences." Going into the Golden Globe nominations, no film has more momentum than Jenkin's celebrated "Moonlight," a staple of top 10-lists and the best film choice of the Los Angeles Film Critics Association and the Gotham Independent Film Awards. Читать дальше...
Nominations for the 74th annual Golden Globes will be announced Monday morning from Beverly Hills, California.
Pakistani officials have expressed concerns regarding the Afghan-India nexus, claiming the growing relations between Kabul and New Delhi is harmful for the region. Pakistan’s Foreign Secretary Aizaz Chaudhry has said establishment of peace in the region would become difficult, blaming Kabul and New Delhi for negative propaganda. Chaudhry made the remarks during an interview with Read the full article...
The cast of Modern Family stepped out together to support the series at the 2016 Critics’ Choice Awards! Ty Burrell, Julie Bowen, Eric Stonestreet, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Sarah Hyland, Ariel Winter, and Nolan Gould were all in attendance at the event on Sunday night (December 11) at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, Calif. The show [...]
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A former JetBlue flight attendant who authorities say ran from security after leaving behind 70 pounds of cocaine at Los Angeles International Airport is set to plead guilty in the case.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A former JetBlue flight attendant who authorities say ran from security after leaving behind 70 pounds of cocaine at Los Angeles International Airport is set to plead guilty in the case.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A former JetBlue flight attendant who authorities say ran from security after leaving behind 70 pounds of cocaine at Los Angeles International Airport is set to plead guilty in the case.
Palm oil producer criticised for excessive land clearing and lack of transparency
PHOENIX (AP) — Tim Frazier got his first career triple-double and the New Orleans Pelicans rallied from a 15-point second-half deficit to beat the Phoenix Suns 120-119 in overtime Sunday night, snapping a five-game losing streak.
PHOENIX (AP) — Tim Frazier got his first career triple-double and the New Orleans Pelicans rallied from a 15-point second-half deficit to beat the Phoenix Suns 120-119 in overtime Sunday night, snapping a five-game losing streak.
PHOENIX (AP) — Tim Frazier got his first career triple-double and the New Orleans Pelicans rallied from a 15-point second-half deficit to beat the Phoenix Suns 120-119 in overtime Sunday night, snapping a five-game losing streak.
PHOENIX (AP) — Tim Frazier got his first career triple-double and the New Orleans Pelicans rallied from a 15-point second-half deficit to beat the Phoenix Suns 120-119 in overtime Sunday night, snapping a five-game losing streak.