The headline news from August 16, 2016

The archive of all headlines from August 16, 2016, organized by time of publication.

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Immigrants to Get ‘Extreme Vetting’ Under Trump Plan

New York Times  16/Aug/2016 00:00:06

Donald J. Trump described the fight against global Islamic terrorism in stark terms, invoking comparisons to the dangers of the Cold War era. He called for major changes in how the U.S. defines its allies, urged an end to “nation building” and said only those who accept a “tolerant” view of American society would be admitted into the country.

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Los Angeles Times  16/Aug/2016 00:45:09

Trump vows a new era of ideological testing of immigrants — ensuring they share American values — as he attempts to recast his ban on Muslims entering the country. TRAIL GUIDE

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Los Angeles Times  16/Aug/2016 01:15:10

Trump vows a new era of ideological testing of immigrants — ensuring they share American values — as he attempts to recast his ban on Muslims entering the country.Trump's campaign chairman fights back against report detailing pro-Russian payment ledgers

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Los Angeles Times  16/Aug/2016 02:30:12

Trump vows a new era of ideological testing of immigrants — ensuring they share American values — as he attempts to recast his ban on Muslims entering the country.Donald Trump will be the nominee of two parties on California's November ballot

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RIO LIVE: Allyson Felix to Sprint for Chance at U.S. Track History

NBC News  16/Aug/2016 03:00:12

Sports

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RIO LIVE: Felix Becomes Most Decorated U.S. Female Track Star

NBC News  16/Aug/2016 04:30:10

Sports

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Los Angeles Times  16/Aug/2016 04:30:14

Residents were just beginning to recover from a deadly series of wildfires that destroyed more than a thousand homes last year when a firestorm this weekend blazed a new path of destruction and despair through the rural pocket of Northern California.California wildfires destroy homes and force hundreds to evacuate

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CNN  16/Aug/2016 04:45:03

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Allyson Felix Becomes Most Decorated U.S. Female Track Star

NBC News  16/Aug/2016 05:00:10

Sports

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CNN  16/Aug/2016 05:45:03

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Los Angeles Times  16/Aug/2016 06:00:16

Damin Pashilk has been charged in connection with the 4,000-acre Clayton fire and other fires in the Lake County area from the past year.California wildfires destroy homes and force hundreds to evacuate

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Analysis: Making Sense of Trump’s Foreign Policy Pitch

NBC News  16/Aug/2016 06:15:09

2016 Election

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Los Angeles Times  16/Aug/2016 06:15:14

Damin Pashilk has been booked in connection with the 4,000-acre Clayton fire and other fires in the Lake County area from the past year.California wildfires destroy homes and force hundreds to evacuate

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New YorkKilling of Muslim cleric prompts hunt for gunman

The Guardian  16/Aug/2016 08:15:08

High drama at the close of a rain-sodden day 10, with cycling, sailing, diving, badminton and athletics promising more on the day ahead

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Trump Invokes Cold War in His Plan to Fight Terrorism

New York Times  16/Aug/2016 11:00:06

Donald J. Trump argued that the United States must wage an unrelenting ideological fight to defeat the Islamic State.He also said he would temporarily suspend immigration from “the most dangerous and volatile regions of the world” and change how America defines its allies.

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ConnecticutSquirrel with cup stuck on its head saved by medics

The Guardian  16/Aug/2016 11:15:14

High drama at the close of a rain-sodden day 10, with cycling, sailing, diving, badminton and athletics promising more on the day ahead

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Will Trump’s Latest ’Reset’ Stick? Here Are 7 Times It Didn’t

NBC News  16/Aug/2016 11:45:08

2016 Election

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Clinton’s Big Lead Holds as Voters Doubt Trump’s Temperament

NBC News  16/Aug/2016 12:15:08

2016 Election

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Clinton’s Lead Holds as Voters Question Trump’s Temperament

NBC News  16/Aug/2016 12:30:11

2016 Election

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Los Angeles Times  16/Aug/2016 12:30:17

Dr. Paul Gordon set off in the spring on a cross-country bicycling trip and “listening tour," talking along the way to Americans about the health law that President Obama signed six years ago. Politics

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Robbed? ’Dive’ That Denied U.S. Star Gold Sparks Debate

NBC News  16/Aug/2016 15:00:13

Rio Summer Olympics

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Los Angeles Times  16/Aug/2016 16:30:10

Dr. Paul Gordon set off in the spring on a cross-country bicycling trip and 'listening tour,' talking along the way to Americans about the health law that President Obama signed six years ago. Politics

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Early Voting Leaves Trump With Less Time to Catch Up

New York Times  16/Aug/2016 17:00:06

Donald J. Trump’s advisers say he has nearly three months to counter Hillary Clinton’s vast operation in swing states.But voting actually begins in less than six weeks.

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Gun controlGay protest group stages die-in against gun stock investments

The Guardian  16/Aug/2016 17:00:09

High drama at the close of a rain-sodden day 10, with cycling, sailing, diving, badminton and athletics promising more on the day ahead

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Los Angeles Times  16/Aug/2016 17:15:13

Dr. Paul Gordon set off in the spring on a cross-country bicycling trip and 'listening tour,' talking along the way to Americans about the health law that President Obama signed six years ago. Education

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’Googly-eyed’ stubby squid spotted off California coast

The Guardian  16/Aug/2016 19:00:09

High drama at the close of a rain-sodden day 10, with cycling, sailing, diving, badminton and athletics promising more on the day ahead

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Why Is Donald Trump’s Campaign Sitting on $82 Million?

NBC News  16/Aug/2016 19:30:07

Meet the Press

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Los Angeles Times  16/Aug/2016 20:45:07

It's now common for Westside parents to enroll their kids in early tutoring programs. Some children are also signed up for separate one-on-one sessions that cost $120 to $200 an hour.Live updates: It's back to school day in L.A.

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US Gymnast Simone Biles Wins Fourth Gold of Rio Games

NBC News  16/Aug/2016 21:15:06

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’Googly-eyed’ stubby squid spotted off California coast

The Guardian  16/Aug/2016 21:15:07

Simone Biles took the women’s floor with a score of 15.966, ahead of her US compatriot Aly Raisman and Britain’s 16-year-old Amy Tinkler

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U.S. Gymnast Simone Biles Wins Fourth Gold of Rio Games

NBC News  16/Aug/2016 21:30:08

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’Googly-eyed’ stubby squid spotted off California coast

The Guardian  16/Aug/2016 22:45:06

Simone Biles took the Olympic women’s floor title with a score of 15.966, ahead of her USA compatriot Aly Raisman and Britain’s 16-year-old Amy Tinkler

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Los Angeles Times  16/Aug/2016 22:45:08

Authorities shut the 15 from Oak Hill Road to Kenwood Avenue. California 138 is closed from California 2 to the 15. Devore fire

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Los Angeles Times  16/Aug/2016 23:15:09

Authorities shut the 15 from Oak Hill Road to Kenwood Avenue. California 138 is closed from California 2 to the 15. Education

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Trump Leads Clinton By 10 Points Among Military Households: Poll

NBC News  16/Aug/2016 23:30:06

2016 Election

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Los Angeles Times  16/Aug/2016 23:30:09

Authorities shut the 15 from Oak Hill Road to Kenwood Avenue. California 138 is closed from California 2 to the 15.Live updates: Fire in Cajon Pass grows as firefighters continue to battle Lake County blaze

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