The headline news from February 16, 2016

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

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 01:30:09

Join us for music's biggest night as we talk to the nominees on the red carpet and chronicle the standout fashion moments. Then stay with us during the ceremony for real-time coverage of the wins, losses and memorable moments.The 58th Grammy Awards, which will feature performances by nominees Taylor… Pop & Hiss

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 01:45:08

Stars such as Adele, Taylor Swift and Johnny Depp have arrived. There have been some dazzling fashion choices and others that are just, well, choices. Pop & Hiss

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He’s backGeorge W Bush turns on campaign trail charm to fight for Jeb

The Guardian  16/Feb/2016 02:00:07

Rally in South Carolina sees a self-deprecating former president cracking jokes, but also attacking those who ‘inflame’ anger and frustration

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 02:15:08

The stars -- including Adele, Lady Gaga and others -- are in the building, and the red carpet fashion show is over. Pop & Hiss

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How Obama Could Win the Battle for Next Supreme Court Justice

NBC News  16/Feb/2016 02:45:07

Supreme Court

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 02:45:10

Winners so far include Kendrick Lamar, Chris Stapleton and Ed Sheeran. Pop & Hiss

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 03:00:11

Twitter blasts the Weeknd's performance. Winners so far include Kendrick Lamar, Chris Stapleton and Ed Sheeran. Other performers include John Legend and Andra Day with Ellie Goulding. FASHION

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 03:15:09

Twitter and others blast the Weeknd's performance. Winners so far include Kendrick Lamar, Chris Stapleton and Ed Sheeran. Other performers include John Legend and Andra Day with Ellie Goulding. FASHION

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In His Dissent, Clues to Scalia’s Wants for His Successor

New York Times  16/Feb/2016 03:45:05

In a passage from his dissent from the court’s decision in June on same-sex marriage, Justice Antonin Scalia criticized the court’s lack of diversity.

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 04:00:10

A tribute to Lionel Richie elicits a standing ovation. Winners so far include Alabama Shakes, Chris Stapleton and Ed Sheeran. Other performers include John Legend and Jackson Browne. FASHION

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 04:45:15

Winners so far include Alabama Shakes, Chris Stapleton and Ed Sheeran. Other performers include John Legend and Jackson Browne. FASHION

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He’s backGeorge W Bush turns on campaign trail charm for Jeb

The Guardian  16/Feb/2016 05:00:10

Rally in South Carolina sees a self-deprecating former president cracking jokes, but also attacking those who ‘inflame’ anger and frustration

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 05:30:09

Other winners include Kendrick Lamar, Alabama Shakes, Chris Stapleton and Ed Sheeran. FASHION

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In His Dissent, Clues to Scalia’s Desire for His Replacement

New York Times  16/Feb/2016 06:00:05

In a passage from his dissent from the court’s decision in June on same-sex marriage, Justice Antonin Scalia criticized the court’s lack of diversity.

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 06:15:08

Winners include Alabama Shakes, Chris Stapleton and Ed Sheeran. FASHION

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 06:30:09

Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar and 'Uptown Funk' win in major categories. Cultural diversity is also on full display in the performances, nominees and winners. FASHION

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 07:15:07

Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar and 'Uptown Funk' win in major categories. The music industry's effort to promote cultural diversity is also a winner. FASHION

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In His Dissent, Clues to Scalia’s Desire for His Successor

New York Times  16/Feb/2016 07:30:06

In a passage from his dissent from the Supreme Court’s decision in June on same-sex marriage, Justice Antonin Scalia criticized the court’s lack of diversity.

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In His Dissent, Clues to Scalia’s Desires for His Successor

New York Times  16/Feb/2016 07:45:03

In a passage from his dissent from the Supreme Court’s decision in June on same-sex marriage, Justice Antonin Scalia criticized the court’s lack of diversity.

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In His Dissent, Clues to Scalia’s Wishes for His Successor

New York Times  16/Feb/2016 08:30:05

In a passage from his dissent from the Supreme Court’s decision in June on same-sex marriage, Justice Antonin Scalia criticized the court’s lack of diversity.

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In a Dissent, Clues to Scalia’s Wishes for His Successor

New York Times  16/Feb/2016 10:00:04

In a passage from his dissent from the Supreme Court’s decision in June on same-sex marriage, Justice Antonin Scalia criticized the court’s lack of diversity.

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 12:30:11

Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar and 'Uptown Funk' win in major categories. The music industry's effort to promote cultural diversity is also a winner. MOVIES

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 13:15:09

Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar and 'Uptown Funk' win in major categories. The music industry's effort to promote cultural diversity is also a winner.

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What We Know (and Don’t) About the Races in S.C., Nevada

NBC News  16/Feb/2016 15:00:08

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 16:15:08

The Compton-based rapper was the most nominated artist of this year's Grammys, walking away with best rap album among his five awards. He dedicated the win to all of hip-hop and to rap albums that came before him, including some previously overlooked by the Grammys.

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South CarolinaState could be establishment’s last stand in Republican civil war

The Guardian  16/Feb/2016 17:00:08

Marco Rubio and Jeb Bush have been jockeying to eclipse Trump and Cruz, and a failure to win over conservatives here could see them pushed out completely

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 17:00:10

When Lonnie Franklin Jr., a local backyard mechanic, was arrested in 2010, it signaled a key moment in the search for justice for the victims and a region that has often felt marginalized. Since then, however, court proceedings have been continuously delayed, leading to more frustration.Relatives of Grim Sleeper's victims express the pain of delays

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NevadaRepublicans raise questions about Trump’s ground game

The Guardian  16/Feb/2016 17:45:06

Operatives say Jeb Bush, Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz have superior organization, critical in a caucus state with some of the lowest turnout nationwide

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 19:15:14

When Lonnie Franklin Jr., a local backyard mechanic, was arrested in 2010, it signaled a key moment in the search for justice for the victims and a region that has often felt marginalized. Since then, however, court proceedings have been continuously delayed, leading to more frustration.From the archives: Relatives of Grim Sleeper's victims express the pain of delays

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Congress Glad to Be at Center of Court Fight, Not on Sidelines

New York Times  16/Feb/2016 20:15:43

The conflict over replacing Justice Antonin Scalia has jolted awake a capital that was settling in for a sleepy, humdrum year in the shadow of the raucous and unpredictable presidential campaign.

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 20:15:54

When Lonnie Franklin Jr., a local backyard mechanic, was arrested in 2010, it signaled a key moment in the search for justice for the victims and a region that has often felt marginalized. Since then, however, court proceedings have been continuously delayed, leading to more frustration.Grim Sleeper victims: Who they were

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Crucial Senator Won’t Rule Out Hearings on a Court Nominee

New York Times  16/Feb/2016 20:30:06

In a shift, Senator Charles E. Grassley, Republican of Iowa and head of the Senate Judiciary Committee, said he would wait until a nomination was made to decide.

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 20:30:16

When Lonnie Franklin Jr. was arrested in 2010, it signaled a key moment in the search for justice for the victims. Since then, delayed court proceedings have caused frustration. Grim Sleeper victims: Who they were

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 20:45:18

Lonnie Franklin Jr. targeted vulnerable women, including prostitutes and drug addicts, prosecutors say. Seven of the killings occurred from 1985 to 1988, and the others from 2002 to 2007. Grim Sleeper victims: Who they were

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Candidates Strike Nerve on Race In Competition for Black Votes

NBC News  16/Feb/2016 21:15:07

2016 Election

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Candidates Strike Nerve on Race in Competition for Black Votes

NBC News  16/Feb/2016 21:30:08

2016 Election

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 22:00:24

Lonnie Franklin Jr. targeted vulnerable women, including prostitutes and drug addicts, prosecutors say. Seven of the killings occurred from 1985 to 1988, and the others from 2002 to 2007.

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Swing state Republicans oppose Obama choosing next supreme court justice

The Guardian  16/Feb/2016 23:00:13

GOP congressmen in ‘purple states’ ignore potential election day repercussions in order to insist that next president to nominate replacement for Antonin Scalia

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 23:15:15

She didn't say who she wants the president to nominate, but suggested it should be someone with 'practical life experience.' National Politics

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Globalresearch  16/Feb/2016 23:30:05

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Swing state Republicans oppose Obama choosing next supreme court justice

The Guardian  16/Feb/2016 23:30:07

GOP congressmen in ‘purple states’ ignore potential election day repercussions to insist that next president nominate replacement for Antonin Scalia

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‘Constitution Is Pretty Clear’ on Naming Justice, Obama Says

New York Times  16/Feb/2016 23:45:03

The president challenged Republicans to offer a rationale for refusing to consider a Supreme Court candidate. One key senator, Charles E. Grassley, said he had not ruled out holding hearings.

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Los Angeles Times  16/Feb/2016 23:45:07

'It's the one court where we would expect elected officials to rise above day-to-day politics, and this will be the opportunity for senators to do their job,' he says. CALIFORNIA POLITICS

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