Trump's DHS chief Kirstjen Nielsen: 'Let me be clear. It was the Russians.'

Trump's DHS chief Kirstjen Nielsen: 'Let me be clear. It was the Russians.': Kirstjen Nielsen told the DHS Cybersecurity Summit in New York Tuesday that "our democracy is in the crosshairs."

In Cambodia, Dissenting Voters Find Ways to Say ‘None of the Above’ - The New York Times

In Cambodia, Dissenting Voters Find Ways to Say ‘None of the Above’ - The New York Times: The authoritarian prime minister Hun Sen’s party won the election Sunday. But the second-largest number of votes went to no one at all.

As China’s Woes Mount, Xi Jinping Faces Rare Rebuke at Home - The New York Times

As China’s Woes Mount, Xi Jinping Faces Rare Rebuke at Home - The New York Times: As China confronts economic headwinds, a vaccine scandal and trade tensions, a legal scholar named Xu Zhangrun decided to speak out. It could be dangerous for him.

Ordinary Iranians on Trump Talks Offer: ‘Why Not Try the Americans?’ - The New York Times

Ordinary Iranians on Trump Talks Offer: ‘Why Not Try the Americans?’ - The New York Times: As the economic pressure on ordinary Iranians intensifies, many seem to be questioning their leadership’s resolve not to talk with President Trump.

How Record Heat Wreaked Havoc on Four Continents - The New York Times

How Record Heat Wreaked Havoc on Four Continents - The New York Times: We talked to people who found themselves on the front lines of climate change this year. Here are their stories.

Trump Says He Would Meet With Iranian Leader, but Iran Rules It Out - The New York Times

Trump Says He Would Meet With Iranian Leader, but Iran Rules It Out - The New York Times: “With current America and these policies, there will definitely not be the possibility of dialogue and engagement,” a Foreign Ministry spokesman said.

In Florida, Not All Politics Are Local, as Trump Shapes Governor’s Race - The New York Times

In Florida, Not All Politics Are Local, as Trump Shapes Governor’s Race - The New York Times: The president’s endorsement of Ron DeSantis in the Republican primary has tipped the race in his favor and shown how unwavering support of Mr. Trump can be crucial.

John Kelly intends to remain as Trump’s chief of staff through 2020 reelection bid - The Washington Post

John Kelly intends to remain as Trump’s chief of staff through 2020 reelection bid - The Washington Post: The retired four-star Marine Corps general has had a rocky tenure in the West Wing.

MH370 disappearance: Aviation chief resigns over lapses connected to plane's disappearance - The Washington Post

MH370 disappearance: Aviation chief resigns over lapses connected to plane's disappearance - The Washington Post: An investigation report released Monday said someone had managed to thwart the systems and processes designed to keep fliers safe.

In a new book, Bob Woodward plans to reveal the ‘harrowing life’ inside Donald Trump’s White House - The Washington Post

In a new book, Bob Woodward plans to reveal the ‘harrowing life’ inside Donald Trump’s White House - The Washington Post: Until now, the veteran journalist’s upcoming publication of ‘Fear’ was a closely held Washington secret.

The stark contrast of the Maryland governor’s race: Centrist or liberal? - The Washington Post

The stark contrast of the Maryland governor’s race: Centrist or liberal? - The Washington Post: The gubernatorial race — Larry Hogan vs. Ben Jealous — is a study in contrasts.

The bold second act of Linda Tripp - The Washington Post

The bold second act of Linda Tripp - The Washington Post: The woman who secretly taped chats with Monica Lewinsky calls herself a whistleblower.

Facebook is sued by shareholder after stock plummets - The Washington Post

Facebook is sued by shareholder after stock plummets - The Washington Post: The lawsuit was filed after shares in the company dropped by more than 18 percent.

‘Powerful evidence’: Legal foes renew charges of racial bias in Harvard admissions - The Washington Post

‘Powerful evidence’: Legal foes renew charges of racial bias in Harvard admissions - The Washington Post: The lawsuit represents the latest challenge to affirmative action in higher education. The plaintiff alleges that the elite university discriminates against Asian Americans, tilting admissions in favor of other applicants.

Trump administration considers tax cut for the wealthy - The Washington Post

Trump administration considers tax cut for the wealthy - The Washington Post: The president’s top advisers are debating a plan to reduce capital gains taxes without congressional approval.

From six homes to a city jail: Paul Manafort, who redefined lobbying, faces trial - The Washington Post

From six homes to a city jail: Paul Manafort, who redefined lobbying, faces trial - The Washington Post: The bank and tax fraud trial for President Trump’s onetime campaign chairman is set to begin this week in Virginia.

FEMA personnel chief Corey Coleman allegedly harassed women for years, according to FEMA officials - The Washington Post

FEMA personnel chief Corey Coleman allegedly harassed women for years, according to FEMA officials - The Washington Post: An internal investigation found that senior executive Corey Coleman hired women so he and his friends could target them for sexual relationships, agency officials said.

Facebook has detected a coordinated effort to influence the 2018 US midterm elections - Business Insider

Facebook has detected a coordinated effort to influence the 2018 US midterm elections - Business Insider: Facebook isn't sure who is behind the campaign.

The Russia investigation secret Donald Trump and Rudy Giuliani know - CNNPolitics

The Russia investigation secret Donald Trump and Rudy Giuliani know - CNNPolitics: The biggest misconception surrounding the special counsel investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election is that it will likely end in some sort of legal proceeding involving President Donald Trump.

White workers in the minority at this Pennsylvania chicken plant struggle to adapt - The Washington Post

White workers in the minority at this Pennsylvania chicken plant struggle to adapt - The Washington Post: They speak English. Their co-workers don’t. Inside a rural chicken processing plant, whites struggle to fit in.

Satellite map of Sanum-dong (North Korea, Pyongyang region) : Google™

Satellite map of Sanum-dong (North Korea, Pyongyang region) : Google™: map of Sanum-dong (Pyongyang region / North Korea), view from satellite. Address search, share any place, weather, ruler ; streets, roads and buildings photo-panoramas. Google™

U.S. spy agencies: North Korea is working on new missiles - The Washington Post

U.S. spy agencies: North Korea is working on new missiles - The Washington Post: Weeks after the Trump-Kim summit, factories are still producing intercontinental ballistic missiles and enriched uranium.

Social Media & Blogging: The Changing Philippine Media Landscape under the Duterte Regime – Kyoto Review of Southeast Asia

Social Media & Blogging: The Changing Philippine Media Landscape under the Duterte Regime – Kyoto Review of Southeast Asia: With the rise of the Internet and the power of social media and blogging, traditional media is struggling to cope with the digitalization of news in the Philippines. The latter’s authority as a source of news and information is being countered by the former.

Lonely Planet names Asia's best destinations for 2018 | CNN Travel

Lonely Planet names Asia's best destinations for 2018 | CNN Travel: Lonely Planet's annual Best in Asia list, now in its third year, features the famed guidebook publisher's top 10 recommended destinations to visit in the year ahead.

LOVETT: Cuomo and state Dems set to ramp up effort against New York congressional Republicans - NY Daily News

LOVETT: Cuomo and state Dems set to ramp up effort against New York congressional Republicans - NY Daily News: With the congressional primaries out of the way, Gov. Cuomo and the state Democratic party he controls are set to ramp up efforts designed to help the Dems reclaim the House.

Rand Paul announces support for Kavanaugh | TheHill

Rand Paul announces support for Kavanaugh | TheHill: GOP Sen. Rand Paul (Ky.) on Monday said that he will support President Trump's Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh.

Thousands take to Moscow streets chanting anti-Putin slogans | TheHill

Thousands take to Moscow streets chanting anti-Putin slogans | TheHill: Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets in Moscow on Sunday to criticize Russian President Vladimir Putin in the face of a proposed increase in the retirement age.

Meghan Markle is an ally as India battles menstruation taboos

Meghan Markle is an ally as India battles menstruation taboos: Meghan Markle has helped to draw attention to one organization in India working to address larger problems around menstrual education and hygiene.

2018 midterm elections: the most important state legislature races - Vox

2018 midterm elections: the most important state legislature races - Vox: Democrats lost a lot of statehouse power under Obama. In 2018, they could start to win it back.

Wife of NASA scientist jailed in Turkey 'frustrated' by Trump's focus on pastor's case

Wife of NASA scientist jailed in Turkey 'frustrated' by Trump's focus on pastor's case: The wife of NASA scientist Serkan Golge asks why his case hasn't received as much attention as that of Andrew Brunson, a evangelical Christian pastor from N.C.