The headline news from May 23, 2016

The archive of all headlines from May 23, 2016, organized by time of publication.

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American ISIS Defector: ’I’ve Let My Nation Down’

NBC News  23/May/2016 00:15:06

ISIS Terror

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 00:45:09

The Somali community in Minnesota is more than 30,000 strong, and though it has long endured high poverty and unemployment, it also has found ways to thrive. In recent years, terrorism investigations have thrown it under hard scrutiny. ENTERTAINMENT

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 01:00:07

The Somali community in Minnesota is more than 30,000 strong, and though it has long endured high poverty and unemployment, it also has found ways to thrive. In recent years, terrorism investigations have thrown it under hard scrutiny. MOVIES

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Iraqi Forces Massive Offensive to Retake Fallujah

NBC News  23/May/2016 01:30:05

Iraq Turmoil

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 01:30:08

The Somali community in Minnesota is more than 30,000 strong, and though it has long endured high poverty and unemployment, it also has found ways to thrive. In recent years, terrorism investigations have thrown it under hard scrutiny. latimes.com

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 01:46:19

The Somali community in Minnesota is more than 30,000 strong, and though it has long endured high poverty and unemployment, it also has found ways to thrive. In recent years, terrorism investigations have thrown it under hard scrutiny. MIDDLE EAST

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 02:30:08

The sequestered jury chooses a film by a British director. But critics at the festival had other favorites.Critic: The Cannes jury picked 'I, Daniel Blake' for the Palme d'Or, but they got it wrong

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In Pakistan Drone Strike, U.S. Breaks With Precedent

New York Times  23/May/2016 03:15:04

The attack is believed to be the first American drone strike in the de facto headquarters of the Afghan Taliban.The death of Mullah Akhtar Muhammad Mansour, if confirmed, would throw the insurgency into its second leadership crisis within a year.

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Iraqi Forces Begin Massive Offensive to Retake Fallujah

NBC News  23/May/2016 04:15:09

Iraq Turmoil

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 06:45:07

The visit is controversial among those who say that dropping nuclear bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki helped save lives and bring about an end to World War II. But for survivors, it's a historic recognition of their suffering. COMPANY TOWN

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 07:15:08

The visit is controversial among those who say that dropping nuclear bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki helped save lives and bring about an end to World War II. But for survivors, it's a historic recognition of their suffering. L.A. Now

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Taliban Leader Killed in U.S. Strike, Obama Confirms

New York Times  23/May/2016 09:00:04

President Obama, during a visit to Vietnam, released a statement calling the killing of Mullah Akhtar Muhammad Mansour “an important milestone.”

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American ISIS Defector: ’I’ve Let My Nation Down’

NBC News  23/May/2016 09:00:06

ISIS UnCovered

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 09:15:07

The utility's contractor was not properly trained or equipped to carry out the cleaning operation, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health concluded. L.A. Now

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U.S. Confirms Death of Leader of Taliban in Drone Strike

New York Times  23/May/2016 09:30:07

President Obama called the killing of Mullah Akhtar Muhammad Mansour “an important milestone.”His death throws the insurgency into its second leadership crisis within a year.

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From Foe to Friend: U.S. to Sell Vietnam Arms After 5 Decades

NBC News  23/May/2016 09:45:07

World

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U.S. Confirms Death of Leader of Taliban in Drone Strike

New York Times  23/May/2016 11:00:06

President Obama called the killing of Mullah Akhtar Muhammad Mansour in Pakistan “an important milestone.”His death throws the insurgency into its second leadership crisis within a year.

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 11:15:11

The utility's contractor was not properly trained or equipped to carry out the cleaning operation, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health concluded. ASIA

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 11:15:11

The utility's contractor was not properly trained or equipped to carry out the cleaning operation, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health concluded. ASIA

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Death of Taliban Leader Is a ‘Milestone,’ Obama Says

New York Times  23/May/2016 12:00:05

The White House confirmed the killing of Mullah Akhtar Muhammad Mansour in an American drone strike in Pakistan.President Obama said the United States had “removed the leader of an organization that has continued to plot against and unleash attacks on American and coalition forces.”

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SyriaExplosions kill scores of people in Assad strongholds on Syrian coast

The Guardian  23/May/2016 12:00:07

Monitor says at least five suicide attacks and two car bombs hit Jableh and Tartous, which until now have escaped worst of conflict

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 12:30:08

The utility's contractor was not properly trained or equipped to carry out the cleaning operation, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health concluded. CALIFORNIA

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Death of Taliban Leader Is a ‘Milestone,’ Obama Says

New York Times  23/May/2016 12:45:04

The White House confirmed that Mullah Akhtar Muhammad Mansour had been killed in an American drone strike in Pakistan.President Obama said the United States had sent a message that “we’re going to protect our people.”

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Death of Taliban Leader Is a ‘Milestone,’ Obama Says

New York Times  23/May/2016 13:00:05

President Obama confirmed that Mullah Akhtar Muhammad Mansour had been killed in an American drone strike in Pakistan.His death upends the group’s latest military offensive and throws the insurgency into its second leadership crisis within a year.

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SyriaExplosions kill scores of people in Syrian coastal cities

The Guardian  23/May/2016 13:00:08

Monitor says at least five suicide attacks and two car bombs hit Jableh and Tartous, which until now have escaped worst of conflict

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President Obama Ends 50-Year Weapons Embargo on Vietnam

NBC News  23/May/2016 13:15:05

World

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SyriaBomb blasts kill more than 100 people in coastal cities

The Guardian  23/May/2016 13:15:07

Monitor says at least five suicide attacks and two car bombs hit Jableh and Tartous, which until now have escaped worst of conflict

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SyriaBomb blasts kill more than 100 people in coastal cities

The Guardian  23/May/2016 13:30:08

Isis claims responsibility for explosions in Jableh and Tartous, saying it was targeting supporters of President Bashar al-Assad

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SurveillanceFuture of national security whistleblowing at stake in US inquiry

The Guardian  23/May/2016 14:00:07

As ex-Pentagon official condemns whistleblowing system, experts hope justice department does more than ‘rearrange deckchairs on the Titanic’

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 15:00:09

The move opens the way to greater military cooperation between the former foes and an expanded American presence in the region. CALIFORNIA

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 15:15:08

The move paves the way to greater military cooperation between the former foes and an expanded American presence in the region. CALIFORNIA

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 16:15:08

The move paves the way to greater military cooperation between the former foes and an expanded American presence in the region. US President Obama visits Vietnam

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A Substantial Number of Sanders Voters Don’t Like Clinton: Poll

NBC News  23/May/2016 16:30:06

First Read

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Breaking newsPolice officer cleared of all charges in Freddie Gray death

The Guardian  23/May/2016 17:30:08

Baltimore police officer, the first of six officers to receive a verdict in the case, found not guilty of assault, reckless endangerment and misconduct in office

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 17:30:09

Analysis: While Bernie Sanders and Bill Clinton have disagreed over trade, crime policies, healthcare and college tuition, something new was evident as the two coursed through Southern California this weekend, something that seemed, perhaps temporarily, like détente.Asian Americans becoming more Democratic, survey finds

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Freddie Gray trialPolice officer Edward Nero cleared of all charges

The Guardian  23/May/2016 17:45:06

Baltimore police officer, the first of six officers to receive a verdict in the case, found not guilty of assault, reckless endangerment and misconduct in office

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 17:45:08

Analysis: While the two politicians have disagreed over trade, crime policies, healthcare and college tuition, something new was evident as the two coursed through Southern California this weekend, something that seemed, perhaps temporarily, like détente.Asian Americans becoming more Democratic, survey finds

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Judge Acquits Police Officer in Freddie Gray Arrest Case

New York Times  23/May/2016 18:30:05

Officer Edward M. Nero was found not guilty of second-degree assault against Mr. Gray, a black man who died of injuries sustained in police custody. The verdict is likely to fuel renewed debate over the way the police patrol poor and minority neighborhoods.

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Judge Acquits Police Officer in Freddie Gray Arrest Case

New York Times  23/May/2016 19:45:07

Officer Edward M. Nero was found not guilty of second-degree assault against Mr. Gray, a black man who died of injuries sustained in police custody. The verdict is likely to renew debate over whether anyone will be held responsible for Mr. Gray’s death.

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 20:00:08

Analysis: While the two politicians have disagreed over trade, crime policies, healthcare and college tuition, something new was evident as the two coursed through Southern California this weekend, something that seemed, perhaps temporarily, like détente.Thousands gather for Bernie Sanders rally in Irvine

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Judge Acquits Police Officer in Freddie Gray Case

New York Times  23/May/2016 20:15:04

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The Zika Epidemic Is Basically Our Fault, WHO Chief Says

NBC News  23/May/2016 20:15:08

Health news

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 20:15:10

Analysis: While the two politicians have disagreed over trade, crime policies, healthcare and college tuition, something new was evident as the two coursed through Southern California this weekend, something that seemed, perhaps temporarily, like détente.Donald Trump sees political gain in Bill Clinton’s extramarital affairs

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Judge Acquits Police Officer in Freddie Gray Arrest Case

New York Times  23/May/2016 20:30:05

Officer Edward M. Nero was found not guilty of second-degree assault against Mr. Gray, a black man who died of injuries sustained in police custody. The verdict is likely to renew debate over whether anyone will be held responsible for Mr. Gray’s death.

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Freddie Gray trialPolice officer Edward Nero cleared of all charges

The Guardian  23/May/2016 21:15:07

Baltimore police officer found not guilty of assault, reckless endangerment and misconduct

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Los Angeles Times  23/May/2016 21:15:09

Portland's 'safe sleep policy' allows the homeless to bunk down on city sidewalks in groups of up to six, starting at 9 p.m. daily and packing up and leaving by 7 the next morning.Steve Lopez: Tired of homelessness? Here are some opportunities to take action

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Judge Acquits Police Officer in Freddie Gray Case

New York Times  23/May/2016 23:15:05

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Judge Acquits Police Officer in Freddie Gray Arrest Case

New York Times  23/May/2016 23:30:04

Officer Edward M. Nero was found not guilty of second-degree assault against Mr. Gray, a black man who died of injuries sustained in police custody. The verdict is likely to renew debate over whether anyone will be held responsible for Mr. Gray’s death.

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