The headline news from May 05, 2017

The archive of all headlines from May 05, 2017, organized by time of publication.

Back to archive list

Healthcare House passes bill in first step to replacing Obamacare

The Guardian  05/May/2017 00:45:09

Trump lauded the passage of the American Health Care Act, but it has an uncertain fate in the Senate

Go to website

GOP Senators Hint at Tearing Up Health Bill, Starting From Scratch

NBC News  05/May/2017 01:30:07

Congress

Go to website

Los Angeles Times  05/May/2017 03:15:11

Half of the 14 represent districts that backed Hillary Clinton for president last fall, and Democrats already are plotting to oust vulnerable Republicans.

Go to website

In Rare Unity, Health Care Groups Criticize Bill

New York Times  05/May/2017 03:45:04

The narrow vote moved Republicans closer to delivering their promise to reshape American health care without mandated insurance coverage.The legislation’s steep spending and tax cuts will almost certainly present challenges in the Senate.

Go to website

In Their Criticism, Health Care Groups Find a Rare Unity

New York Times  05/May/2017 04:00:08

The narrow vote moved Republicans closer to delivering their promise to reshape American health care without mandated insurance coverage.The legislation’s steep spending and tax cuts will almost certainly present challenges in the Senate.

Go to website

Los Angeles Times  05/May/2017 04:30:09

All 14 Republicans in California’s congressional delegation voted to dismantle Obamacare, a move that could have ripple effects for the midterm elections 18 months from now as Democrats sense an opportunity to win back House control. ARTS & CULTURE

Go to website

’He’s an embarrassment’ Hostile welcome for Trump on return to New York

The Guardian  05/May/2017 05:45:06

President forced to make a quick getaway after his first visit home since winning the White House

Go to website

Los Angeles Times  05/May/2017 06:15:09

Technology companies say they try to banish terrorists from their apps when they’re spotted because the content is too objectionable for their services. To victims’ families, that’s not enough. COMPANY TOWN

Go to website

40 years and 28 men The business of securing death sentences

The Guardian  05/May/2017 09:15:54

In his four decade career, district attorney Donnie Myers was a powerhouse of the death penalty in the US – here is his exit interview after retiring earlier this year

Go to website

Los Angeles Times  05/May/2017 09:15:56

Those GOP votes could have ripple effects for the midterm elections 18 months from now as Democrats aim to win back House control. Technology

Go to website

Is the G.O.P. ‘Staring Death in the Face’ After Repeal?

New York Times  05/May/2017 11:46:08

As they derided Republicans on Thursday after a narrow vote to roll back Obamacare, Democrats glimpsed a mirror image of their own politically disastrous health care experience in 2010. They also saw an opportunity to avenge their loss and possibly recapture the House majority.

Go to website

Los Angeles Times  05/May/2017 12:15:27

“As we continue to degrade ISIS’ physical capability," says one general, «they will shift more of their attention to the virtual realm and we will need to do whatever we can to stay ahead of them.” Politics

Go to website

Breaking news North Korea accuses CIA of biochemical plot to kill Kim Jong-un

The Guardian  05/May/2017 12:45:50

CIA and Seoul’s Intelligence Services have ‘hatched a vicious plot’ involving ‘biochemical substances’ to kill leader, Pyongyang says

Go to website

Breaking news North Korea accuses CIA of biochemical plot to kill Kim Jong-un

The Guardian  05/May/2017 13:01:13

CIA and Seoul’s intelligence services have ‘hatched vicious plot’ to kill leader involving biochemical substances, Pyongyang says

Go to website

Has the G.O.P. Kicked Open a Health Care ‘Hornet’s Nest’?

New York Times  05/May/2017 13:16:09

As they derided Republicans on Thursday after a narrow vote to roll back Obamacare, Democrats glimpsed a mirror image of their own politically disastrous health care experience in 2010. They also saw an opportunity to avenge their loss and possibly recapture the House majority.

Go to website

North Korea accuses CIA of biochemical plot to kill Kim Jong-un

The Guardian  05/May/2017 13:30:24

CIA and Seoul’s intelligence services have ‘hatched vicious plot’ to kill leader involving biochemical substances, Pyongyang says

Go to website

G.O.P. Cheers a Big Victory. But Has It Stirred a ‘Hornet’s Nest’?

New York Times  05/May/2017 14:01:11

As they derided Republicans on Thursday after a narrow vote to roll back Obamacare, Democrats glimpsed a mirror image of their own politically disastrous health care experience in 2010. They also saw an opportunity to avenge their loss and possibly recapture the House majority.

Go to website

Healthcare Republican bill heads to Senate, where it may undergo drastic changes

The Guardian  05/May/2017 14:01:14

Senators caution that their version ‘would be a blank sheet of paper’ to start and signal they will pursue budget reconciliation process, which limits scope of bill

Go to website

U.S. Jobless Rate Reaches a 10-Year Low as Hiring Picks Up

New York Times  05/May/2017 14:46:09

The economy added 211,000 jobs in April, the Labor Department said, after weak hiring figures for March. The jobless rate declined to 4.4 percent, its lowest point since 2007.

Go to website

Los Angeles Times  05/May/2017 14:46:14

“As we continue to degrade ISIS’ physical capability," says one general, «they will shift more of their attention to the virtual realm and we will need to do whatever we can to stay ahead of them.” BUSINESS

Go to website

Three Challenges Facing GOP Health Care Bill in the Senate

NBC News  05/May/2017 15:30:37

Meet the Press

Go to website

Healthcare Republican bill heads to Senate, where it may undergo drastic changes

The Guardian  05/May/2017 15:30:39

Senators caution that their version ‘would be a blank sheet of paper’ to start

Go to website

Los Angeles Times  05/May/2017 16:16:13

“As we continue to degrade ISIS’ physical capability," says one general, «they will shift more of their attention to the virtual realm and we will need to do whatever we can to stay ahead of them.” Politics

Go to website

Los Angeles Times  05/May/2017 16:30:43

'As we continue to degrade ISIS’ physical capability,' says one general, 'they will shift more of their attention to the virtual realm and we will need to do whatever we can to stay ahead of them.' Politics

Go to website

Los Angeles Times  05/May/2017 17:01:02

As Islamic State steadily loses ground in Iraq and Syria, its ability to sponsor and inspire headline-grabbing attacks abroad looms larger than ever. Politics

Go to website

Los Angeles Times  05/May/2017 17:16:03

An estimated 27 million trees are at risk of infestation in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, including parts of the desert. That’s roughly 38% of the 71 million trees in the 4,244-square-mile urban region. Politics

Go to website

Jobless Rate at 10-Year Low as Hiring Grows and Wages Rise

New York Times  05/May/2017 18:00:07

The economy added 211,000 jobs in April, the Labor Department said, after weak hiring figures for March. The unemployment rate declined to 4.4 percent, its lowest point since 2007.

Go to website

Los Angeles Times  05/May/2017 20:15:15

An estimated 27 million trees are at risk of infestation in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, including parts of the desert. That’s roughly 38% of the 71 million trees in the 4,244-square-mile urban region. L.A. Now

Go to website

Senate Committee Asks Carter Page to Reveal Russian Contacts

NBC News  05/May/2017 20:45:06

U.S. news

Go to website

Los Angeles Times  05/May/2017 20:45:10

An estimated 27 million trees are at risk of infestation in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, including parts of the desert. That’s roughly 38% of the 71 million trees in the 4,244-square-mile urban region. ESSENTIAL WASHINGTON

Go to website

U.S. Economy Is Getting Very Close to Full Employment

New York Times  05/May/2017 21:00:08

The best sign that the economy has reached full employment would be if wage gains returned to pre-recession norms.So far, they haven’t.

Go to website

Los Angeles Times  05/May/2017 21:15:25

An estimated 27 million trees are at risk of infestation in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, including parts of the desert. That’s roughly 38% of the 71 million trees in the 4,244-square-mile urban region. L.A. Now

Go to website

Los Angeles Times  05/May/2017 21:30:09

Analysis: Many House Republicans who gambled to pass a healthcare plan must now turn to a new challenge: survival. CALIFORNIA

Go to website

Los Angeles Times  05/May/2017 21:45:22

Analysis: Many House Republicans who gambled to pass a healthcare plan must now turn to a new challenge: survival. L.A. Now

Go to website

Los Angeles Times  05/May/2017 22:15:09

Analysis: Many House Republicans who gambled to pass a healthcare plan must now turn to a new challenge: survival.What Democrat would be crazy enough to challenge Nancy Pelosi on her home turf? Meet Stephen Jaffe

Go to website

Trump and Russia Investigation reignites as Senate asks aides to hand over notes

The Guardian  05/May/2017 22:30:31

Senators asked Carter Page, a former Trump foreign policy adviser, to provide a list of files on any dealings with Russian officials or business representatives

Go to website

Los Angeles Times  05/May/2017 23:00:12

Analysis: Many House Republicans who gambled to pass a healthcare plan must now turn to a new challenge: survival.Trump pledges to help his voters. In the meantime, he doesn't mind punishing the opposition

Go to website

Deep Medicaid Cuts Drive Backlash to House Health Care Bill

NBC News  05/May/2017 23:30:07

Congress

Go to website

Los Angeles Times  05/May/2017 23:30:10

At almost every turn, the president has seemed to struggle with the constraints governing puts on dealmaking — limitations that were absent in his business career.Trump pledges to help his voters. In the meantime, he doesn't mind punishing the opposition

Go to website