Louisiana’s governor, a Democrat, signs ‘heartbeat’ abortion bill into law

Louisiana’s Democratic Gov. John Bel Edwards broke from his party’s ideology Thursday and signed a bill that would prohibit women from having an abortion once a baby’s heartbeat is detected, in almost all cases.

US documents expose Argentina dictatorship’s grisly crimes

Recently declassified U.S. documents reveal that Argentine dictatorship agents in 1976 dynamited the bodies of 30 people who had been detained in a blast that spread their remains over a wide radius.

No escape from racism: migrant team in Spain dons insults

A Spanish soccer team heavily composed of migrants has found a novel way to protest against the racist abuse the players have received.

Retired Army Lt. Col. Bob Maginnis: The Saudis have always wanted us to do the fighting for them

Saudi Arabia hosts emergency summit with Arab nations amid rising tensions with Iran.

Iraqi city of Kirkuk rocked by 6 blasts; at least 4 killed

Iraqi security officials say a series of explosions in the northern city of Kirkuk has killed at least four people and wounded 23.

With most cases centering on New York City, US measles count nears 1,000, toppling records

U.S. health officials on Thursday reported 971 measles cases so far this year, the highest tally in 27 years. Illnesses have been reported in 26 states, but the vast majority are in New York City.

$19 billion disaster bill once again blocked in House by a lone Republican lawmaker

The House failed for the third time to approve a $19.1 billion disaster aid bill after another GOP congressman dissented – delaying the passage of the bill until next week.

Tlaib backs impeachment as ‘our job, our duty and responsibility’ as Omar tweets ‘call to action’

Omar tweeted Wednesday that Mueller’s public statement about his report was “a call to action.”

Carnival to start delivering beer on cruises, but there’s a catch

It’s about to get a lot easier to get drinks on a cruise… as long as you’re also looking to get a pizza at the same time.

Will Congress begin impeachment proceedings?

Former DOJ prosecutor Jim Trusty says he believes the House will continue to investigate President Trump even if they decide not to move forward with impeachment proceedings.