The headline news from September 28, 2017

The archive of all headlines from September 28, 2017, organized by time of publication.

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Los Angeles Times  28/Sep/2017 00:30:17

The release of the plan's framework kicks off a scramble to hammer out details, craft legislation and, if all goes according to plan, pass legislation by the end of the year. ESSENTIAL POLITICS

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US immigration Donald Trump caps refugee admissions in 2018 to historic low

The Guardian  28/Sep/2017 01:00:19

Figure of 45,000 is lowest requested by a president in over three decades and less than half the 110,000 cap issued by Obama in 2016

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Los Angeles Times  28/Sep/2017 01:15:11

The release of the plan's framework kicks off a scramble to hammer out details, craft legislation and, if all goes according to plan, pass legislation by the end of the year. Politics

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Half of Hurricane-Ravaged Puerto Rico Faces Lack of Water

NBC News  28/Sep/2017 02:00:18

U.S. news

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Refugees Donald Trump caps 2018 admissions to historic low

The Guardian  28/Sep/2017 03:15:08

Figure of 45,000 is lowest requested by a president in over three decades and less than half the 110,000 cap issued by Obama in 2016

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Los Angeles Times  28/Sep/2017 03:15:12

The potential showdowns are reminiscent of the tea party uprising that just a few years ago cost Republicans the majority in the Senate. NATION

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The Next Republican Uprising Is Underway

NBC News  28/Sep/2017 05:15:09

Congress

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Hugh Hefner, Playboy Magazine Mogul, Dies at 91

NBC News  28/Sep/2017 05:45:08

Celebrity

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Breaking news Hugh Hefner, founder of Playboy magazine, dies aged 91

The Guardian  28/Sep/2017 06:00:15

Self-styled ‘American icon’ died at his mansion in Los Angeles from natural causes after a career which ’changed attitudes towards sex’

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Los Angeles Times  28/Sep/2017 06:00:18

The potential showdowns are reminiscent of the tea party uprising that just a few years ago cost Republicans the majority in the Senate. BUSINESS

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Breaking news Hugh Hefner, founder of Playboy magazine, dies aged 91

The Guardian  28/Sep/2017 06:45:10

Self-styled ‘American icon’ died of natural causes at his mansion in Los Angeles after a career which ’changed attitudes towards sex’

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Hugh Hefner Founder of Playboy magazine dies aged 91

The Guardian  28/Sep/2017 07:30:16

Self-styled ‘American icon’ died of natural causes at his mansion in Los Angeles after a career which ’changed attitudes towards sex’

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Trump Proposes Most Sweeping Tax Overhaul in Decades

New York Times  28/Sep/2017 09:15:07

The Trump administration’s plan would cut taxes for companies and individuals.President Trump hailed the plan as “revolutionary” in a speech Wednesday but left many tough decisions to Congress, including how to pay for it.

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Los Angeles Times  28/Sep/2017 09:15:12

The potential showdowns are reminiscent of the tea party uprising that just a few years ago cost Republicans the majority in the Senate. Politics

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Los Angeles Times  28/Sep/2017 11:15:14

The potential showdowns are reminiscent of the tea party uprising that just a few years ago cost Republicans the majority in the Senate. CALIFORNIA

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Hugh Hefner, Original Playboy and Porn Mogul, Dies at 91

NBC News  28/Sep/2017 11:45:08

Celebrity

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Once-Mighty Deficit Hawks Hardly Peep at Tax Cut Plan

New York Times  28/Sep/2017 12:15:07

For years, Republican lawmakers lamented the soaring national debt, pressing for spending cuts and clinging to the mantle of fiscal responsibility.But now, Senate Republicans and the Trump administration are pressing ahead with a plan to cut taxes by up to $1.5 trillion, and those worried about the deficit have little company.

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Once-Mighty Deficit Hawks Hardly Peep at Tax Cut Plan

New York Times  28/Sep/2017 12:30:12

For years, Republican lawmakers lamented the soaring national debt, calling for spending cuts.But now, Senate Republicans and the Trump administration are pressing ahead with a plan to cut taxes by up to $1.5 trillion, and those worried about the deficit have little company.

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A Fix for NCAA ’Cesspool’ After Bribe Scandal? Pay Players, Experts Say

NBC News  28/Sep/2017 12:45:09

Sports

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Los Angeles Times  28/Sep/2017 12:45:12

Three recent shootings involving draftees have prompted uncomfortable questions about the training of a new generation of soldiers who are supposed to be loyal to the Islamic Revolution. BUSINESS

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Hugh Hefner, Original Playboy and Porn Mogul, Dies at 91

NBC News  28/Sep/2017 13:15:08

Celebrity

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Refugees Donald Trump caps 2018 admissions to historic low

The Guardian  28/Sep/2017 13:30:18

Figure of 45,000 is lowest requested by a president in over three decades and less than half the 110,000 cap issued by Obama in 2016

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Hugh Hefner, Original Playboy, Dies at 91

NBC News  28/Sep/2017 14:45:09

Celebrity

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Immigration Trump caps 2018 refugee admissions to historic low

The Guardian  28/Sep/2017 15:00:18

Figure of 45,000 is lowest requested by a president in over three decades and less than half the 110,000 cap issued by Obama in 2016

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Los Angeles Times  28/Sep/2017 16:00:20

President Trump will waive the Jones Act, effective immediately, at the request of Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rossello, allowing assistance to reach the hurricane-ravaged U.S. territory. BUSINESS

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Los Angeles Times  28/Sep/2017 16:30:20

President Trump will waive the Jones Act, effective immediately, at the request of Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rossello, allowing assistance to reach the hurricane-ravaged U.S. territory. Politics

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Hugh Hefner, Original Playboy and Media Mogul, Dies at 91

NBC News  28/Sep/2017 17:00:18

Celebrity

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Tax Plan’s Impact a Mystery for Middle Class, but Not for Trump

NBC News  28/Sep/2017 17:45:10

Donald Trump

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Los Angeles Times  28/Sep/2017 18:00:22

President Trump will waive the Jones Act, effective immediately, at the request of Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rossello, allowing assistance to reach the hurricane-ravaged U.S. territory. L.A. Now

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Trump-Russia inquiry Twitter called to Capitol Hill to give details on Moscow interference

The Guardian  28/Sep/2017 18:15:10

Closed-door meetings on Capitol Hill involve similar briefings with Facebook, before an open hearing with the tech companies ‘in the coming month’

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Los Angeles Times  28/Sep/2017 18:15:11

President Trump will waive the Jones Act, effective immediately, at the request of Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rossello, allowing assistance to reach the hurricane-ravaged U.S. territory. Michael Hiltzik

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Los Angeles Times  28/Sep/2017 18:45:12

President Trump will waive the Jones Act, effective immediately, at the request of Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rossello, allowing assistance to reach the hurricane-ravaged U.S. territory. Politics

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Who Are Winners and Losers in Trump’s New Tax Plan?

NBC News  28/Sep/2017 20:15:11

Donald Trump

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Los Angeles Times  28/Sep/2017 20:45:10

Supreme Court is poised to deal a sharp blow to the unions that represent millions of teachers and other public employees, announcing it will consider striking down the mandatory fees that support collective bargaining. NATION

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Lobbyists Rally to Save Breaks Under Threat in New Tax Plan

New York Times  28/Sep/2017 21:30:14

Republicans’ release of a plan to rewrite the tax code has set off a scramble among lobbyists and trade groups to protect valuable provisions.As flash points emerged, Trump administration officials went on the defensive in their campaign to sell the plan.

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Lobbyists Rally to Save Breaks Under Threat in New Tax Plan

New York Times  28/Sep/2017 21:45:07

Republicans’ release of a plan to rewrite the tax code has set off a scramble among lobbyists and trade groups to protect valuable provisions.Critics warned that removing incentives could hurt the housing market, raise borrowing costs and increase the burden on families in high-tax states.

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Los Angeles Times  28/Sep/2017 21:45:11

Supreme Court is poised to deal a sharp blow to the unions that represent millions of teachers and other public employees, announcing it will consider striking down the mandatory fees that support collective bargaining. World

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New York Times  28/Sep/2017 22:15:09

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Lobbyists Rally to Save Breaks Under Threat in New Tax Plan

New York Times  28/Sep/2017 22:30:14

Republicans’ release of a plan to rewrite the tax code has set off a scramble among lobbyists and trade groups to protect valuable provisions.Critics warned that removing incentives could hurt the housing market, raise borrowing costs and increase the burden on families in high-tax states.

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Trump-Russia inquiry Twitter called to Capitol Hill to give details on Moscow interference

The Guardian  28/Sep/2017 23:15:11

Platform says it banned 201 accounts tied to thousands in political ad spending, as congressional investigators press for details on Russian election interference

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Trump-Russia Twitter says it has suspended hundreds of Russia-linked accounts

The Guardian  28/Sep/2017 23:30:17

Platform says it banned 201 accounts tied to thousands in political ad spending, as congressional investigators press for details on Russian election interference

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Los Angeles Times  28/Sep/2017 23:30:19

Supreme Court is poised to deal a sharp blow to the unions that represent millions of teachers and other public employees, announcing it will consider striking down the mandatory fees that support collective bargaining. L.A. Now

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