The headline news from May 07, 2017

The archive of all headlines from May 07, 2017, organized by time of publication.

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France Macron en route to the Elysée, but he may find it hard to govern

The Guardian  07/May/2017 00:00:11

The centrist candidate’s lead appears unassailable, yet without the support of an established party it may not be enough to ensure that he can govern

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Los Angeles Times  07/May/2017 00:00:13

Macron's team called the leak of thousands of campaign documents — some allegedly fake — a “massive and coordinated” attempt to upset the election.What to know about France's presidential hopefuls, Emmanuel Macron and Marine Le Pen

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How France’s Socialists Could Hand Power to Far-Right Le Pen

NBC News  07/May/2017 00:45:07

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Los Angeles Times  07/May/2017 04:15:10

Column: After long being constrained by the Venezuelan government’s control of the country's El Sistema music education program, Gustavo Dudamel has begun to speak out. Sports Now

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Los Angeles Times  07/May/2017 04:30:10

Column: After long being constrained by the Venezuelan government’s control of the country's El Sistema music education program, Gustavo Dudamel has begun to speak out. L.A. Now

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Los Angeles Times  07/May/2017 05:30:10

Column: After long being constrained by the Venezuelan government’s control of the country's El Sistema music education program, Gustavo Dudamel has begun to speak out. Sports

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Los Angeles Times  07/May/2017 06:15:10

By many accounts, the agency has been beset by inconsistent funding and deep budget cuts driven by politics and economic downturns. Even more financial hardship could be on the way. Sports

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Los Angeles Times  07/May/2017 07:45:13

By many accounts, the agency has been beset by inconsistent funding and deep budget cuts driven by politics and economic downturns. Even more financial hardship could be on the way. Boxing & MMA

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Bernie Sanders Trump was right, Australian healthcare is better

The Guardian  07/May/2017 08:30:12

Sanders also says Senate should use Australian system as model while crafting an alternative to Republicans’ replacement for Obamacare

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Los Angeles Times  07/May/2017 09:15:09

In recent years, “there has been this false sense … that it was somehow cool to be a moderate,” says one assemblywoman of her Democratic colleagues. But now, “it’s suddenly very cool to be the progressive." Politics

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Los Angeles Times  07/May/2017 12:15:09

In recent years, “there has been this false sense … that it was somehow cool to be a moderate,” says one assemblywoman of her Democratic colleagues. But now, “it’s suddenly very cool to be the progressive." California Journal

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Left or Right, Voters Fear ’New France’ Has Lost Its Way

NBC News  07/May/2017 12:30:07

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Los Angeles Times  07/May/2017 12:30:10

The most bitterly contested campaign that France has seen in decades pits far-right leader Marine Le Pen against the centrist candidate and target of the hack, Emmanuel Macron. Politics

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French Take Final Vote on President: What to Watch For

New York Times  07/May/2017 13:00:05

Voters are choosing between two outsiders: Emmanuel Macron, a centrist and the presumed front-runner, and Marine Le Pen, the far-right leader.Turnout will be important: The latest polls say about a quarter of France’s voters may abstain because they do not support either candidate.

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Los Angeles Times  07/May/2017 13:15:13

The most bitterly contested campaign that France has seen in decades pits far-right leader Marine Le Pen against the centrist candidate and target of the hack, Emmanuel Macron.

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Paris climate deal Worried world urges Trump not to pull out

The Guardian  07/May/2017 13:30:10

Officials around the world urge president not to reverse climate efforts as Trump prepares to make decision on whether to withdraw from landmark accord

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7 Key Points as France Chooses New President in Today’s Vote

New York Times  07/May/2017 15:01:00

Voters are choosing between two outsiders: Emmanuel Macron, a centrist and the presumed front-runner, and Marine Le Pen, the far-right leader.Turnout will be important: The latest polls say about a quarter of France’s voters may abstain because they do not support either candidate.

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Paris climate deal Worried world urges Trump not to pull America out

The Guardian  07/May/2017 15:01:03

Officials around the world urge president not to reverse climate efforts as Trump prepares to make decision on whether to withdraw from landmark accord

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7 Key Points as France Chooses New President in Today’s Vote

New York Times  07/May/2017 15:30:07

Voters are choosing between two outsiders: Emmanuel Macron, a centrist and the presumed front-runner, and Marine Le Pen, the far-right leader.Turnout will be important: The latest polls say about a quarter of France’s electorate may abstain because they do not support either candidate.

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France Voting begins in final contest between Macron and Le Pen

The Guardian  07/May/2017 16:00:26

Polling takes place against background of hacking that is ‘clearly an attempt at democratic destabilisation’

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8 Key Points as France Chooses New President in Today’s Vote

New York Times  07/May/2017 16:45:14

Voters are choosing between two outsiders: Emmanuel Macron, a centrist and the presumed front-runner, and Marine Le Pen, the far-right leader.Turnout will be important: The latest polls say about a quarter of France’s electorate may abstain because they do not support either candidate.

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’He was very sensual’ Obama biography stirs controversy with tales of politics, sex and a rising star

The Guardian  07/May/2017 16:45:17

Pulitzer-winning author David J Garrow, facing criticism from colleagues, says Obama is a changed man who has embraced celebrities and ‘big money’

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French election Voters make historic choice between Macron and Le Pen

The Guardian  07/May/2017 17:00:21

Presidential candidates go head to head in second round, presenting diametrically opposed visions of France’s future

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Join Our Live Conversation as French Voting Winds Down

New York Times  07/May/2017 18:46:07

Voters are choosing between two outsiders: Emmanuel Macron, a centrist and the presumed front-runner, and Marine Le Pen, the far-right leader.Ask questions and participate in the conversation as our foreign correspondents provide live analysis.

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Live France: voters make historic choice between Macron and Le Pen

The Guardian  07/May/2017 18:46:10

Presidential candidates go head to head in second round of election, presenting diametrically opposed visions of France’s future

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Los Angeles Times  07/May/2017 18:46:12

The most bitterly contested and turbulent political campaign France has seen in decades pits far-right leader Marine Le Pen against centrist candidate Emmanuel Macron.

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As Polls Close in France, Our Live Analysis of the Results

New York Times  07/May/2017 19:00:23

Voters are choosing between two outsiders: Emmanuel Macron, a centrist and the presumed front-runner, and Marine Le Pen, the far-right leader.Ask questions and participate in the conversation as our foreign correspondents provide live analysis.

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Macron Wins in France Over Far-Right Rival, Forecasts Show

New York Times  07/May/2017 20:15:24

Emmanuel Macron, a centrist, was well ahead of his far-right opponent, Marine Le Pen, according to projections based on preliminary results.A victory by Mr. Macron would offer significant relief to the European Union, which Ms. Le Pen had threatened to leave. Official results are still being tabulated.

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Live French state TV vote estimate: Macron 65.1%, Le Pen 34.9%

The Guardian  07/May/2017 20:15:27

Presidential candidates go head to head in second round of election, presenting diametrically opposed visions of France’s future

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Live Election Results

New York Times  07/May/2017 20:31:07

Emmanuel Macron was well ahead of his opponent, Marine Le Pen, according to projections based on preliminary results.A victory by Mr. Macron would offer significant relief to the European Union, which Ms. Le Pen had threatened to leave. Official results are still being tabulated.

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Centrist Macron Wins French Presidency, Projections Show

NBC News  07/May/2017 20:31:09

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Live Macron set to become French president according to official estimates

The Guardian  07/May/2017 20:31:10

French state TV vote shows Macron with 65.1% of vote and Le Pen on 34.9%

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Los Angeles Times  07/May/2017 20:31:12

Emmanuel Macron beats back Marine Le Pen's nationalist, anti-immigrant campaign despite low turnout and a last-minute dump of hacked campaign documents. Exit polls show him with 65% of the vote. Emmanuel Macron

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Live Analysis of the Results by Times Correspondents

New York Times  07/May/2017 20:46:07

Emmanuel Macron was well ahead of his opponent, Marine Le Pen, according to projections based on preliminary results.A victory by Mr. Macron would offer significant relief to the European Union, which Ms. Le Pen had threatened to leave. Official results are still being tabulated.

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Los Angeles Times  07/May/2017 20:46:12

Emmanuel Macron beats back Marine Le Pen's nationalist, anti-immigrant campaign despite low turnout and a last-minute dump of hacked campaign documents. Exit polls show him with 65% of the vote.

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Centrist Macron Wins French Presidency Over Le Pen

NBC News  07/May/2017 21:01:10

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French election Macron projected to become next president

The Guardian  07/May/2017 21:15:07

French state TV vote shows Emmanuel Macron with 65.1% of vote and Marine Le Pen with 34.9%

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Live Analysis From Times Reporters

New York Times  07/May/2017 22:45:04

Emmanuel Macron handily won France’s presidential election on Sunday, defeating the staunch nationalist Marine Le Pen.Mr. Macron’s victory offered significant relief to the European Union, which Ms. Le Pen threatened to leave.

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Analysis From Times Reporters

New York Times  07/May/2017 23:30:11

Emmanuel Macron handily won France’s presidential election on Sunday, defeating the staunch nationalist Marine Le Pen.Mr. Macron’s victory offered significant relief to the European Union, which Ms. Le Pen threatened to leave.

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