The headline news from April 22, 2015

The archive of all headlines from April 22, 2015, organized by time of publication.

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DoJ opens civil rights investigation into death of Freddie Gray

The Guardian  22/Apr/2015 00:00:13

Justice Department investigating death of 25-year-old black man following his arrest and suspension of six officers, whom witnesses tell the Guardian ‘shoved him in head-first’

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How ISIS governs

CNN  22/Apr/2015 00:15:03

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DoJ opens civil rights investigation into death of Freddie Gray

The Guardian  22/Apr/2015 00:15:08

Justice Department investigating death of 25-year-old black man following his arrest and suspension of six officers, whom witnesses say ‘shoved him in head-first’

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Obama won't declare killings of Armenians in 1915 to be genocide

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 00:15:11

Obama will not use his commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the massacre of more than 1 million Armenians at the hands of Ottoman Turks to fulfill a pledge to use the word 'genocide' to describe the killings. COMPANY TOWN U.S. senators oppose Comcast-Time Warner Cable merger

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Obama won't declare killings of Armenians in 1915 to be genocide

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 00:45:11

Obama will not use his commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the massacre of more than 1 million Armenians at the hands of Ottoman Turks to fulfill a pledge to use the word 'genocide' to describe the killings. Nation Justice Dept. to investigate man's death while in Baltimore police custody

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Obama won't declare killings of Armenians in 1915 to be genocide

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 01:00:14

Obama will not use his commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the massacre of more than 1 million Armenians at the hands of Ottoman Turks to fulfill a pledge to use the word 'genocide' to describe the killings. L.A. Now Beck: Releasing video of LAPD altercation could harm criminal case

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Obama won't declare killings of Armenians in 1915 to be genocide

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 01:15:09

Obama will not use his commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the massacre of more than 1 million Armenians at the hands of Ottoman Turks to fulfill a pledge to use the word 'genocide' to describe the killings. Business Ghost of NAFTA haunts proposed Pacific Rim trade deal

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Top Official inD.E.A. RetiringAfter ScandalOver PartiesNYT Now

New York Times  22/Apr/2015 01:30:07

Michele M. Leonhart, whose tenure as head of the Drug Enforcement Administration was marred by accusations of mismanagement, is stepping down, the Justice Department said.

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Blue Bell Pulls All Products After Ice Cream Listeria Scare

NBC News  22/Apr/2015 01:30:13

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Blue Bell Listeria Outbreak May Be Five Years Old, CDC Says

NBC News  22/Apr/2015 01:45:11

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Baltimore officer suspended in Freddie Gray case accused of domestic violence

The Guardian  22/Apr/2015 01:45:13

Lieutenant Brian Rice, who led initial chase of Gray, faced civil actions in Maryland courts in 2008 and 2013

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Migration crisis swamps Europe’s capacity to help

Washingtonpost  22/Apr/2015 02:30:20

As the number of people seeking asylum in Europe swells to levels not seen since the collapse of the Soviet Union, a multi-nation system created to absorb refugees is overwhelmed and unraveling.

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Top Official atD.E.A. to RetireOver Handlingof Sex ScandalNYT Now

New York Times  22/Apr/2015 03:15:05

Michele M. Leonhart, whose tenure as head of the Drug Enforcement Administration was marred by accusations of mismanagement, is stepping down, the Justice Department said.

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Global Capitalism and the Global Police State: Crisis of Humanity and the Specter of 21st Century Fascism

Globalresearch  22/Apr/2015 03:15:10

The world capitalist system is arguably experiencing the worst crisis in its 500 year history. World capitalism has experienced a profound restructuring through globalisation over the past few decades and has been transformed in ways that make it fundamentally distinct from its earlier incarnations.

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Saudi ArabiaEnds Bombingin Yemen AfterGlobal CriticismNYT Now

New York Times  22/Apr/2015 03:45:05

Saudi Arabia’s Defense Ministry said its objectives in bombing Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels had been achieved.

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Baltimore officer suspended in Freddie Gray case is accused of domestic violence

The Guardian  22/Apr/2015 04:15:09

Lieutenant Brian Rice, who led initial chase of Gray, faced civil actions in Maryland courts in 2008 and 2013

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Can supporters of legal marijuana come up with a winning ballot measure?

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 04:15:11

At a UCLA forum, proponents list many concerns they need to address -- stoned drivers and environmental effects among them. Nation Obama won't declare killings of Armenians in 1915 to be genocide

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Saudi ArabiaEnds Bombingin Yemen AfterGlobal CriticismNYT Now

New York Times  22/Apr/2015 05:00:11

The Saudi Defense Ministry said the objectives in its bombing of Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels had been achieved.

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Military sent in

CNN  22/Apr/2015 05:15:03

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Saudi ArabiaEnds Bombingin Yemen AfterGlobal CriticismNYT Now

New York Times  22/Apr/2015 05:30:06

The Saudi Defense Ministry said the objectives in its bombing of Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels, which threatened to flare up a broader regional conflict, had been achieved.

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Carson City Council approves $1.7-billion NFL stadium

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 06:15:11

The Carson City Council unanimously approved a privately financed stadium for the San Diego Chargers and Oakland Raiders, barely two months after the public announcement of the proposed $1.7-billion project. PolitiCal Can supporters of legal marijuana come up with a winning ballot measure?

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Carson City Council approves $1.7-billion NFL stadium

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 06:30:12

The Carson City Council unanimously approves a privately financed stadium for the San Diego Chargers and Oakland Raiders, barely two months after the public announcement of the proposed project. CITY HALL Hollywood high-rise must be vacated, board says

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Saudi Arabia Ends Bombing in Yemen After Global CriticismNYT Now

New York Times  22/Apr/2015 07:30:08

The Saudi Defense Ministry said the objectives in its bombing of Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels, which threatened to ignite a broader regional conflict, had been achieved.

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Baltimore officer suspended in Gray case accused of domestic violence

The Guardian  22/Apr/2015 08:45:10

Lieutenant Brian Rice, who led initial chase of Gray, faced civil actions in Maryland courts in 2008 and 2013

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Objectives ’achieved’

CNN  22/Apr/2015 09:00:06

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Fugitive Surrenders After 39 Years for the Health Care

NBC News  22/Apr/2015 09:15:14

U.S. news

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UN expert: rich countries must take million refugees to stop boat deaths

The Guardian  22/Apr/2015 09:15:15

UN special rapporteur says inaction on refugees is creating a market for people smugglers, and says world needs to take in a million Syrians over next five years

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From ’Storm’ to ’Hope’

CNN  22/Apr/2015 09:45:03

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’Renewal of Hope’ -- and strikes

CNN  22/Apr/2015 11:15:04

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Carson City Council approves $1.7-billion NFL stadium

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 12:00:16

The Carson City Council unanimously approves a privately financed stadium for the San Diego Chargers and Oakland Raiders, barely two months after the public announcement of the proposed project. Asia Drone with low traces of radioactive material lands on Japan's prime minister's office roof

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Carson City Council approves $1.7-billion NFL stadium

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 12:15:15

The Carson City Council unanimously approves a privately financed stadium for the San Diego Chargers and Oakland Raiders, barely two months after the public announcement of the proposed project. Nation California raisins go back before the U.S. Supreme Court

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Saudi-Led Airstrikes in Yemen Resume After Brief HaltNYT Now

New York Times  22/Apr/2015 13:01:13

A Saudi-led coalition conducted airstrikes in the city of Taiz, hours after Saudi officials had announced they were halting their nearly monthlong bombing campaign against the Houthi rebel movement.

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Obama in the Everglades to raise alarm on climate change

The Guardian  22/Apr/2015 13:01:17

President expected to mark Earth Day 2015 by visiting Florida national park that exemplifies risk posed by changing global temperatures and rising sea levels

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Is ’Accountant of Auschwitz’ Guilty by Association?

NBC News  22/Apr/2015 13:16:11

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Airstrikes Hit Yemen After Saudis Claim to End BombingNYT Now

New York Times  22/Apr/2015 13:46:07

Warplanes from a Saudi-led coalition hit the city of Taiz, hours after Saudi officials had announced they were halting their nearly monthlong bombing campaign against the Houthi rebel movement.

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Obama in the Everglades to raise alarm on climate change

The Guardian  22/Apr/2015 13:46:12

US president expected to mark Earth Day 2015 by visiting Florida national park amid attack by climate-change skeptic Republican governor Rick Scott

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STILL FIRING

CNN  22/Apr/2015 15:00:05

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Carson City Council approves $1.7-billion NFL stadium

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 15:00:18

The Carson City Council unanimously approves a privately financed stadium for the San Diego Chargers and Oakland Raiders, barely two months after the public announcement of the proposed project. Nation Fight over renewal of Obama's school lunch rules creates unlikely alliances

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Migration crisis swamps Europe’s capacity to cope

Washingtonpost  22/Apr/2015 15:15:08

As the number of people seeking asylum in Europe swells to levels not seen since the collapse of the Soviet Union, a multi-nation system created to absorb refugees is overwhelmed and unraveling.

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Congressman’s Transgender Granddaughter Makes Him Proud

NBC News  22/Apr/2015 15:45:06

Nightly News

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Carson City Council approves $1.7-billion NFL stadium

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 16:45:11

The Carson City Council unanimously approves a privately financed stadium for the San Diego Chargers and Oakland Raiders, barely two months after the public announcement of the proposed project. Mexico & the Americas Pope Francis to visit Cuba in September, Vatican announces

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’Flee or death’

CNN  22/Apr/2015 17:00:06

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Airstrikes Hit Yemen After Saudis Declare End to BombingNYT Now

New York Times  22/Apr/2015 17:45:05

Warplanes from a Saudi-led coalition hit the city of Taiz, hours after Saudi officials had announced they were halting their nearly monthlong bombing campaign against the Houthi rebel movement.

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'Lunch lady' lobby joins GOP to fight Obama's school lunch rules

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 17:45:12

Food service directors have been embraced by Republicans who oppose federal school lunch rules they see as the cornerstone of a nanny-state agenda. Afghanistan & Pakistan Taliban announces start of its annual spring offensive

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Pentagon races to move inmates at Guantanamo

Washingtonpost  22/Apr/2015 18:00:10

Dozens of detainees could be resettled by the end of 2015 as officials scramble to reduce the prison’s population before Congress attempts to derail Obama’s plan for shuttering the U.S. military facility.

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'Lunch lady' lobby joins GOP to fight Obama's school lunch rules

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 18:00:12

Food service directors have been embraced by Republicans who oppose federal school lunch rules they see as the cornerstone of a nanny-state agenda. L.A. Now Q&A: New push to protect people who videotape police officers

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'Lunch lady' lobby joins GOP to fight Obama's school lunch rules

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 18:30:12

Food service directors have been embraced by Republicans who oppose federal school lunch rules they see as the cornerstone of a nanny-state agenda. PolitiCal California vaccine mandate bill is approved by key Senate panel

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'Lunch lady' lobby joins GOP to fight Obama's school lunch rules

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 18:45:11

Food service directors have been embraced by Republicans who oppose federal school lunch rules they see as the cornerstone of a nanny-state agenda. PolitiCal Bill removing California vaccine exemptions approved by key Senate panel

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European borders chief: saving migrants’ lives ’shouldn’t be priority’ for patrols

The Guardian  22/Apr/2015 19:15:10

Coastal fleet missions off Italy not mandated or resourced for full search and rescue operations, and nor is EU, says head of Frontex agency

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’We will destroy ISIS’

CNN  22/Apr/2015 20:00:03

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In Some States,Gay MarriageRuling Won’tSettle the IssueNYT Now

New York Times  22/Apr/2015 20:00:06

With the Supreme Court widely expected to make same-sex marriage a national right, foes are turning their focus to more limited issues such as “opt-out” laws.

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'Lunch lady' lobby joins GOP to fight Obama's school lunch rules

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 20:45:10

Food service directors have been embraced by Republicans who oppose federal school lunch rules they see as the cornerstone of a nanny-state agenda. L.A. Now L.A. County D.A. to create unit to review wrongful conviction claims

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'Lunch lady' lobby joins GOP to fight Obama's school lunch rules

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 21:00:12

Food service directors have been embraced by Republicans who oppose federal school lunch rules they see as the cornerstone of a nanny-state agenda. L.A. Now L.A. County D.A. to create unit to review wrongful-conviction claims

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Deadly Bird Flu Flew Over From Asia, Experts Say

NBC News  22/Apr/2015 21:30:10

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Settlement in former NFL players' concussion lawsuit gets final OK

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 21:30:13

Some player payouts will reach $3.5 million. The average award is expected to be $190,000, when age and experience are factored in. Nation 'Lunch lady' lobby joins GOP to fight Obama's school lunch rules

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Millions of Birds Face Slaughter Amid ’Devastating’ Flu Outbreak

NBC News  22/Apr/2015 21:45:07

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Russian EnergyGiant FindsKremlin LinksCut Both Ways NYT Now

New York Times  22/Apr/2015 22:00:05

Gazprom, which was charged with antitrust violations in Europe, has long been used by President Vladimir Putin to further Russia’s interests.

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Millions of Birds Slaughtered Amid ’Devastating’ Flu Outbreak

NBC News  22/Apr/2015 22:45:13

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'The Big One' could trigger series of large earthquakes, study finds

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 23:15:13

The study, which focuses on whether earthquakes are generated in super-cycles, suggests that such a quake «could presage a flurry of 'other Big Ones' on other faults." ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Broadcast networks touting diversity, at least in fall pilots

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ExclusiveMost migrants crossing Mediterranean will be sent back

The Guardian  22/Apr/2015 23:30:12

Confidential draft from summit reveals that only 5,000 migrants will be allowed to resettle in Europe with at least 150,000 likely to be repatriated

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'The Big One' could trigger series of large earthquakes, study finds

Los Angeles Times  22/Apr/2015 23:45:10

The study, which focuses on whether earthquakes are generated in super-cycles, suggests that such a quake «could presage a flurry of 'other Big Ones' on other faults." L.A. Now Barry Bonds' obstruction of justice conviction overturned

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