The headline news from May 31, 2017

The archive of all headlines from May 31, 2017, organized by time of publication.

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Los Angeles Times  31/May/2017 00:00:13

The case drew international attention with its cocktail of criminal accusations, real estate excess and star power in luxury developer Mohamed Hadid, who has appeared on 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' and whose daughters Gigi and Bella have graced magazine covers. NATION

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Los Angeles Times  31/May/2017 00:15:07

The much-anticipated test of the nation’s homeland missile defense system succeeds when a rocket launched from the Santa Barbara County coast hits and destroys a target warhead fired into space from across the Pacific Ocean. L.A. Now

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Los Angeles Times  31/May/2017 01:15:07

The much-anticipated test of the nation’s homeland missile defense system succeeds when a rocket launched from the Santa Barbara County coast hits and destroys a target warhead fired into space from across the Pacific Ocean.

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Los Angeles Times  31/May/2017 03:00:11

Today, the White House announced the first of what are expected to be several staff changes. NATION

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As Trump Mulls Paris Accord, Many Voices Vie for His Ear

New York Times  31/May/2017 03:30:07

President Trump has said he will soon make a decision on whether to pull the United States from the landmark climate-change deal, a staple of his campaign platform. He has been inundated with a wide range of opinions from each side of the argument, offered by staff members and aides, lawmakers, other heads of state and corporate leaders.

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Los Angeles Times  31/May/2017 03:30:11

A federal appeals court judge lamented today that he could not stop the 'inhumane' deportation of a successful businessman in Hawaii whose wife and children are U.S. citizens who depend on his support. Politics

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Trump Advisers in Tug of War Before Decision on Paris Accord

New York Times  31/May/2017 04:15:04

President Trump has said he will soon make a decision on whether to pull the United States from the landmark climate-change deal, a staple of his campaign platform. He has been inundated with a wide range of opinions from each side of the argument, offered by staff members and aides, lawmakers, other heads of state and corporate leaders.

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Los Angeles Times  31/May/2017 04:30:13

A federal appeals court judge lamented today that he could not stop the 'inhumane' deportation of a successful businessman in Hawaii whose wife and children are U.S. citizens who depend on his support.Full coverage: On edge in Trump’s America

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Los Angeles Times  31/May/2017 06:15:10

Today, the White House announced the first of what are expected to be several staff changes. NATION

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Tiger Drove His Career Way Off the Fairway. Now What?

NBC News  31/May/2017 06:30:09

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China Activists investigating Ivanka Trump’s shoe factory detained or missing

The Guardian  31/May/2017 07:30:12

Three men from New York-based rights group China Labor Watch were looking at conditions at plant where Trump shoes are assembled

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49 Killed, 319 Wounded by Explosion in Afghan Capital

NBC News  31/May/2017 09:00:14

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80 Killed, 300+ Wounded by Explosion in Afghan Capital

NBC News  31/May/2017 09:30:16

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Afghanistan More than 60 killed by car bomb in Kabul’s diplomatic quarter

The Guardian  31/May/2017 10:30:14

Blast near the German embassy leaves more than 300 injured, Afghan interior ministry says

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Kabul Bombing Kills at Least 80, Shaking City Center

New York Times  31/May/2017 10:46:09

Hundreds were wounded in the attack near the presidential palace and several foreign embassies, and the death toll seemed certain to rise.The huge explosion caused panic in much of central Kabul, shattering windows as far as a mile away.

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Los Angeles Times  31/May/2017 11:30:11

Today, the White House announced the first of what are expected to be several staff changes. World

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Afghanistan More than 80 killed by car bomb in Kabul’s diplomatic quarter

The Guardian  31/May/2017 11:45:06

Blast near the German embassy leaves more than 300 injured, Afghan interior ministry says

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80 Killed, 300+ Wounded by Suicide Attack in Afghan Capital

NBC News  31/May/2017 12:00:11

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Los Angeles Times  31/May/2017 12:16:09

No political party is immune to disagreement; indeed the path to power often relies on combustible ideological diversity. But Democrats and Republicans alike seem particularly adrift and quarrelsome these days. World

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Kabul Bombing Kills at Least 80, Shaking City Center

New York Times  31/May/2017 12:30:08

Hundreds were wounded in the attack near the presidential palace and several foreign embassies.The huge explosion caused panic in much of central Kabul, shattering windows as far as a mile away.

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Los Angeles Times  31/May/2017 12:30:12

No political party is immune to disagreement; indeed the path to power often relies on combustible ideological diversity. But Democrats and Republicans alike seem particularly adrift and quarrelsome these days.Shake-up rumors build as Trump's communications director exits

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Los Angeles Times  31/May/2017 12:45:09

Analysis: No political party is immune to disagreement; indeed the path to power often relies on combustible ideological diversity. But Democrats and Republicans alike seem particularly adrift and quarrelsome these days.Shake-up rumors build as Trump's communications director exits

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Climate change Trump to deliver verdict on Paris deal as world fears US pullout

The Guardian  31/May/2017 14:15:07

The president has reportedly made his decision on the landmark climate deal, as exasperated world leaders get ready to move on with or without the US

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Climate change Trump to deliver verdict on Paris deal as world fears US pullout

The Guardian  31/May/2017 14:30:22

The president has reportedly made his decision, as exasperated world leaders get ready to move on with or without the US

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80 Killed, 300 Wounded by Suicide Attack in Afghan Capital

NBC News  31/May/2017 15:00:12

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Los Angeles Times  31/May/2017 15:15:09

The official says there may be 'caveats in the language' that Trump uses to announce the withdrawal — leaving open the possibility that the decision isn't final.

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Trump Likely to Pull U.S. Out of Climate Pact, Officials Say

New York Times  31/May/2017 15:45:02

The decision would make good on President Trump’s campaign pledge, but would weaken the landmark accord that pledged action to curb global warming.Mr. Trump has been willing to shift direction up until an announcement, and an official said that caveats may accompany the withdrawal.

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Climate change Donald Trump ready to withdraw from Paris deal, reports say

The Guardian  31/May/2017 16:15:15

Trump tweets that he will be announcing decision ‘over the next few days’ after reports suggest president will take America out of accord

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Sources: Possible White House Shakeup Could Reach Priebus

NBC News  31/May/2017 16:45:04

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Possible White House Shakeup Could Reach Priebus

NBC News  31/May/2017 17:15:03

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Los Angeles Times  31/May/2017 19:00:17

Trump hasn’t made a final decision, but officials indicated that he was headed in that direction, setting off a worldwide reaction.

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Trump Is Considering Pulling U.S. Out of Paris Climate Deal

NBC News  31/May/2017 19:31:28

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China and EU strengthen commitment to Paris deal with US poised to step away

The Guardian  31/May/2017 19:45:18

Beijing and Brussels form bold new alliance to accelerate joint efforts to reduce warming and ‘lead the energy transition’ in America’s absence

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Paris climate deal China and EU to take lead on climate change with US poised to step away

The Guardian  31/May/2017 20:03:56

Beijing and Brussels form bold new alliance to accelerate joint efforts to reduce warming and ‘lead the energy transition’

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Los Angeles Times  31/May/2017 20:30:15

Trump hasn’t made a final decision, but officials indicated that he was headed in that direction, setting off a worldwide reaction. Analysis: In President Trump’s wake, divisions mark both Democratic and Republican parties

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Trump Considering Pulling U.S. Out of Paris Climate Deal

NBC News  31/May/2017 20:45:07

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Los Angeles Times  31/May/2017 20:45:10

The sharp rise in the latest count suggests that the pathway into homelessness continues to outpace intensifying efforts that — through rent subsidies, new construction, outreach and support services — got more than 14,000 people permanently off the streets last year.L.A. County Homeless Report 2017

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Here’s What Happens if Trump Leaves the Paris Climate Agreement

NBC News  31/May/2017 22:15:06

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Here’s What Happens if Trump Leaves the Paris Climate Accord

NBC News  31/May/2017 22:30:10

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Trump Likely to Pull U.S. Out of Climate Pact, Officials Say

New York Times  31/May/2017 22:45:05

The decision would make good on President Trump’s campaign promise, but would weaken the landmark accord that pledged action to curb global warming.Mr. Trump has been willing to shift direction up until an announcement, and an official said that caveats may accompany the withdrawal.

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Los Angeles Times  31/May/2017 23:16:18

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Trump Weighs Pulling Out of Climate Accord, Officials Say

New York Times  31/May/2017 23:30:06

A decision to leave the pact would make good on President Trump’s campaign promise, but would severely weaken the landmark 2015 Paris agreement.Mr. Trump has been willing to shift direction up until an announcement, and an official said that caveats may accompany the withdrawal.

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Los Angeles Times  31/May/2017 23:30:11

The sharp rise in the latest count suggests that the pathway into homelessness continues to outpace intensifying efforts that — through rent subsidies, new construction, outreach and support services — got more than 14,000 people permanently off the streets last year.L.A. County Homeless Report 2017

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Los Angeles Times  31/May/2017 23:45:10

The governor also vows to keep California's ambitious efforts to combat climate change in place and on track.

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