The headline news from January 17, 2015

The archive of all headlines from January 17, 2015, organized by time of publication.

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Europe, Immigration and Islam: Europe’s Crisis of Faith

Wall Street Journal  17/Jan/2015 00:25:10

France and the rest of Western Europe have never honestly confronted the issues raised by Muslim immigration. They must now deal with a problem that has elements of a military threat, a religious conflict and a violent civil rights movement.

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Immigration and Islam: Europe’s Crisis of Faith

Wall Street Journal  17/Jan/2015 00:30:09

The Saturday Essay: France and the rest of Western Europe have never honestly confronted the issues raised by Muslim immigration. They must now deal with a problem that has elements of a military threat, a religious conflict and a violent civil rights movement.

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Supreme Court agrees to settle gay marriage dispute

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 00:45:08

The justices say they will resolve the state-by-state battle over same-sex marriage, setting the stage for the high court's most significant ruling ever on gay rights. Pentagon could send more than 1,000 troops to train fighters for Syria

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Supreme Court agrees to settle gay marriage dispute

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 01:25:09

The justices say they will resolve the state-by-state battle over same-sex marriage, setting the stage for the high court's most significant ruling ever on gay rights. Counter-terrorism sweeps net more than two dozen suspects in Europe

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Pope to visit typhoon-hit Tacloban

BBC  17/Jan/2015 01:55:02

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Pope visits typhoon-hit Tacloban

BBC  17/Jan/2015 02:05:03

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Supreme Court set to decide two-decade debate on gay marriage

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 02:05:11

The justices say they will resolve the state-by-state battle over same-sex marriage, setting the stage for the high court's most significant ruling ever on gay rights. Counter-terrorism sweeps net more than two dozen suspects in Europe

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U.S. Supreme Court Takes Up Gay Marriage NationwideNYT Now

New York Times  17/Jan/2015 02:10:04

After declining to take up the issue in October, the Supreme Court on Friday agreed to decide whether all 50 states must allow same-sex couples to marry. The announcement made it likely that the court would resolve one of the great civil rights questions of the age before its term ends.

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Pope visits typhoon-hit Tacloban

BBC  17/Jan/2015 02:20:03

Pope Francis will meet survivors of Typhoon Haiyan, which killed more than 7,000 in 2013, in Tacloban on the second day of his Philippines visit.

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'Up against the laws of physics': Musk, Branson invest in satellite Internet

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 02:40:09

One analyst has doubts about the feasibility of a business providing global Internet service via satellite. But the names behind SpaceX and Virgin Galactic have recently made investments. Fierce fighting resumes in eastern Ukraine after failure of diplomacy

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Immigration, Islam: Europe’s Crisis of Faith

Wall Street Journal  17/Jan/2015 03:00:09

The Saturday Essay: France and the rest of Western Europe have never honestly confronted the issues raised by Muslim immigration. They must now deal with a problem that has elements of a military threat, a religious conflict and a violent civil rights movement.

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Typhoon Mekkhala

CNN  17/Jan/2015 03:05:02

Typhoon aims at Pope’s mass

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“Je Suis CIA”

Globalresearch  17/Jan/2015 03:20:07

Since 9/11, the imperial playbook has consisted of time-tested tactic: the false flag operation. Carry out or facilitate a spectacular atrocity. Blame it on the enemy of choice. Issue a lie-infested official narrative, and have the corporate media repeat the lie. Rile up militant crowds, stoke the hatred, wage war with the public stamp of approval.

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Pope visits typhoon-hit Tacloban

BBC  17/Jan/2015 03:45:03

Pope Francis celebrates Mass in Tacloban, where more than 7,000 died in Typhoon Haiyan in 2013, on the second day of his Philippines visit.

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'Up against the laws of physics': Musk, Branson invest in satellite Internet

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 03:55:09

One analyst has doubts about the feasibility of a business providing global Internet service via satellite. But the names behind SpaceX and Virgin Galactic have recently made investments. Obama tells Congress that more sanctions on Iran could lead to war

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'Up against the laws of physics': Musk, Branson invest in satellite Internet

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 04:05:09

One analyst has doubts about the feasibility of a business providing global Internet service via satellite. But the names behind SpaceX and Virgin Galactic have recently made investments. Discovery of Valley alligators raises question: How many gators live here?

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Supreme Court to rule on gay marriage bans

Washingtonpost  17/Jan/2015 04:25:08

In accepting cases from four states, the justices set the stage for a historic decision this term about whether states must allow same-sex couples to marry, a question left open in 2013.

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'Up against the laws of physics': Musk, Branson invest in satellite Internet

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 04:45:09

One analyst has doubts about the feasibility of a business providing global Internet service via satellite. But the names behind SpaceX and Virgin Galactic have recently made investments. Measles continues to spread in Orange County

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How France missed a homegrown terrorism plot

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 04:50:10

In retrospect, the decision by French intelligence to end surveillance of the Kouachi brothers was disastrous. Measles continues to spread in Orange County

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How France missed a homegrown terrorism plot

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 05:40:08

In retrospect, the decision by French intelligence to end surveillance of the Kouachi brothers was disastrous. Volunteer who broke spine in search for O.C. hikers reaches settlement

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How France missed a homegrown terrorism plot

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 05:45:08

In retrospect, the decision by French intelligence to end surveillance of the Kouachi brothers was disastrous. Pope Francis amends itinerary amid storm in Philippines

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Typhoon Mekkhala

CNN  17/Jan/2015 06:35:01

Typhoon approaches Tacloban during Papal visit

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How France missed a homegrown terrorism plot

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 06:40:08

In retrospect, the decision by French intelligence to end surveillance of the Kouachi brothers was disastrous. Mitt Romney suggests a broader campaign, if he runs in 2016

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Pope visits typhoon-hit Tacloban

BBC  17/Jan/2015 06:55:03

Pope Francis celebrates Mass in Tacloban, where more than 7,000 died in Typhoon Haiyan in 2013, but is forced to cut short his visit by a tropical storm.

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Sleepers ’waking’

CNN  17/Jan/2015 07:00:03

Arrests expose growing web of terror

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U.S. Supreme Court Takes Up Gay Marriage NationwideNYT Now

New York Times  17/Jan/2015 07:20:03

After declining to take up the issue in October, the Supreme Court agreed to decide whether all 50 states must allow same-sex couples to marry, making it likely that the court would resolve one of the great civil rights questions of the age before its term ends.

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How France missed a homegrown terrorism plot

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 07:55:11

In retrospect, the decision by French intelligence to end surveillance of the Kouachi brothers was disastrous. Pope Francis amends itinerary amid storm in Philippines

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Europe on high alert over terrorism

BBC  17/Jan/2015 08:10:02

Security has been tightened across Europe, as Belgium joins France in deploying troops alongside police after a series of anti-terror raids.

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L.A. sheriff backs report urging greater transparency

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 08:15:09

The new inspector general says the department should post information about officer-involved shootings, complaints from the public and internal disciplinary actions. How France missed a homegrown terrorism plot

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Typhoon Mekkhala

CNN  17/Jan/2015 08:30:03

Typhoon approaches Tacloban during Papal visit

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Europe high alert for terror attack

BBC  17/Jan/2015 08:30:04

Security has been tightened across Europe, as Belgium joins France in deploying troops alongside police after a series of anti-terror raids.

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Typhoon Mekkhala

CNN  17/Jan/2015 08:40:02

Typhoon threatens Tacloban during Papal visit

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CNN  17/Jan/2015 09:20:02

Europe scrambles to handle growing threats

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L.A. sheriff backs report urging greater transparency

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 09:30:10

The new inspector general says the department should post information about officer-involved shootings, complaints from the public and internal disciplinary actions. 22 dead as tugboat capsizes in eastern China

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2014 sets a record as Earth's warmest year

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 10:15:10

The average temperature was the warmest since record-keeping began in 1880. Unusual warmth was noted on the West Coast of the U.S., Alaska, Europe, Siberia and Australia. L.A. sheriff backs report urging greater transparency

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’Sleeper cells’ waking up?

CNN  17/Jan/2015 11:20:03

Europe scrambles to handle growing threats

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After Attacks, Patriot Act Idea Rises in France, and Is RidiculedNYT Now

New York Times  17/Jan/2015 11:20:05

After the shootings in Paris last week, France finds itself grappling with how to fight terrorism while protecting civil liberties — a question the United States has confronted since 9/11.

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Shariah Flap: Why Is ISIS Executing Bird Breeders?

NBC News  17/Jan/2015 11:20:09

ISIS Terror

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Bulldoze first, apologize later: a true L.A. landmark

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 13:15:11

The Ray Bradbury house in Cheviot Hills is being knocked down. The 1957 Norms restaurant on La Cienega Blvd. is spared. Historic preservation proceeds by a different logic in L.A. 2014 sets a record as Earth’s warmest year

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Troops deployed on Belgium’s streets

BBC  17/Jan/2015 13:50:03

Soldiers are deployed in Belgium amid tightened security in many European countries after last week’s attacks in France and anti-terror raids.

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Bulldoze first, apologize later: a true L.A. landmark

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 13:50:09

The Ray Bradbury house in Cheviot Hills is being knocked down. The 1957 Norms restaurant on La Cienega Blvd. is spared. Historic preservation proceeds by a different logic in L.A. L.A. sheriff backs report urging greater transparency

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Rescuers: Metro didn’t relay severity of crisis

Washingtonpost  17/Jan/2015 14:35:06

City documents say the first responders to reach the platform had no idea hundreds of passengers were gasping for breath.

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Bulldoze first, apologize later: a true L.A. landmark

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 14:35:08

The Ray Bradbury house in Cheviot Hills is being knocked down. The 1957 Norms restaurant on La Cienega Blvd. is spared. Historic preservation proceeds by a different logic in L.A. Britain-France rail services suspended, smoke detected in tunnel

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Bulldoze first, apologize later: a true L.A. landmark

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 14:50:08

The Ray Bradbury house in Cheviot Hills is being knocked down. The 1957 Norms restaurant on La Cienega Blvd. is spared. Historic preservation proceeds by a different logic in L.A. Police say truck fire triggered alarm in Channel Tunnel

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Soldiers to guard Belgian Jewish sites as Europol warns of further attacks

The Guardian  17/Jan/2015 15:05:09

Protection stepped up across Europe – with UK police on highest alert level ever – in wake of series of terrorist incidents

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Europe on high alert

CNN  17/Jan/2015 15:15:02

Europe scrambles to handle growing threats

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Bulldoze first, apologize later: a true L.A. landmark

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 15:50:12

Column: The Ray Bradbury house in Cheviot Hills is being knocked down. The 1957 Norms restaurant on La Cienega Blvd. is spared. Historic preservation proceeds by a different logic in L.A. Police say truck fire triggered alarm in Channel Tunnel

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Romney shifts focus to poverty, opportunity

Washingtonpost  17/Jan/2015 16:10:08

Speaking to Republicans at an RNC reception, Mitt Romney offered an economic message about poverty.

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Romney shifts focus to poverty, opportunity

Washingtonpost  17/Jan/2015 16:20:09

Speaking at an RNC reception, Mitt Romney’s message was a departure from the themes of his 2012 campaign.

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BBC  17/Jan/2015 16:50:48

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Troops deployed on Belgium’s streets

BBC  17/Jan/2015 16:55:02

Soldiers are deployed in Belgium amid tightened security in many European countries after last week’s attacks in France and anti-terror raids.

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In France, Patriot Act Idea Rises, and Is RidiculedNYT Now

New York Times  17/Jan/2015 17:00:04

After the shootings in Paris last week, France finds itself grappling with how to fight terrorism while protecting civil liberties — a question the United States has confronted since 9/11.

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Bulldoze first, apologize later: a true L.A. landmark

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 17:25:09

Column: The Ray Bradbury house in Cheviot Hills is being knocked down. The 1957 Norms restaurant on La Cienega Blvd. is spared. Historic preservation proceeds by a different logic in L.A. Woman held on suspicion of murder of man, child on Barona reservation

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Globalresearch  17/Jan/2015 17:56:05

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“Je Suis CIA”

Globalresearch  17/Jan/2015 18:20:07

Since 9/11, the imperial playbook has consisted of time-tested tactic: the false flag operation. Carry out or facilitate a spectacular atrocity. Blame it on the enemy of choice. Issue a lie-infested official narrative, and have the corporate media repeat the lie. Rile up militant crowds, stoke the hatred, wage war with the public stamp of approval.

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Paris gunman buried in secret grave

BBC  17/Jan/2015 18:35:02

One of the brothers who attacked French magazine Charlie Hebdo is buried in an unmarked grave in Reims, against the wishes of the mayor.

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Bulldoze first, apologize later: a true L.A. landmark

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 18:55:09

Column: The Ray Bradbury house in Cheviot Hills is being knocked down. The 1957 Norms restaurant on La Cienega Blvd. is spared. Historic preservation proceeds by a different logic in L.A. Florida police say 1 dead, 2 injured in mall shooting

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Lawsuit shows label of 'communist' still sears in Vietnamese community

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 19:55:08

The case, which resulted in a $4.5-million verdict, shows that no accusation possesses a barb more poisonous than 'communist' among Vietnamese Americans. Scores of fish, 20 birds and a dog dead after Koreatown pet store fire

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Washingtonpost  17/Jan/2015 20:35:37

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Romney shifts focus to poverty, opportunity

Washingtonpost  17/Jan/2015 20:45:07

Speaking at an RNC reception, Mitt Romney’s message was a departure from the themes of his 2012 campaign.

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Greece arrests over Belgian ’plot’

BBC  17/Jan/2015 21:25:03

Greek police arrest four people over alleged links to a jihadist terror plot in Belgium which has put that country on a heightened state of alert.

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How safe is your hospital? Some in L.A. rank below average

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 21:30:10

Many California hospitals continue to struggle with medical errors and injuries to patients — despite industrywide efforts to remedy those problems. Scores of fish, 20 birds and a dog dead after Koreatown pet store fire

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Isis using UK female jihadists to incite terror acts back home, say researchers

The Guardian  17/Jan/2015 22:20:07

Intensive monitoring of social media accounts of female Britons based in northern Syria reveals women’s key new role

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Isis using UK female jihadists to incite terror acts back home

The Guardian  17/Jan/2015 22:25:08

Intensive monitoring of social media accounts of female Britons based in northern Syria reveals women’s key new role

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How safe is your hospital? Some in L.A. rank below average

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 22:25:10

Many California hospitals continue to struggle with medical errors and injuries to patients — despite industrywide efforts to remedy those problems. Real estate magnate Kameron Segal shot in his Rolls-Royce in Hollywood

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Growth frees Obama to push domestic policies

Washingtonpost  17/Jan/2015 22:40:08

The president has already made “America’s resurgence” a talking point in his stump speeches, and it’s likely to be a centerpiece of his State of the Union address on Tuesday.

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Rapid spread of Disneyland measles concerns officials

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 23:05:13

There are now 51 confirmed cases of the contagious virus across California, three other states and Mexico. Officials say the new cases 'indicate the measles outbreak will continue to spread.' Real estate magnate Kameron Segal shot in his Rolls-Royce in Hollywood

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Rapid spread of Disneyland measles concerns officials

Los Angeles Times  17/Jan/2015 23:55:09

There are now 51 confirmed cases of the contagious virus across California, three other states and Mexico. Officials say the new cases 'indicate the measles outbreak will continue to spread.' Four terror suspects arrested in Greece may be linked to Belgium cell

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