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Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper talks about his two terms as the chief executive of Colorado in his office in the State Capitol in Denver in December 2018.

Politics & Government

Former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper Joins The 2020 Democratic Presidential Fray

9:56am March 04, 2019

The 67-year-old former geologist, beer brewer and mayor of Denver points to accomplishments such as Medicaid expansion and increased spending on infrastructure and public education.

Keith Flint, performing in London in 1996. The singer and dancer died in early March, 2019.

Music & Culture

Keith Flint, Vocalist Of The Prodigy, Dies At 49

9:45am March 04, 2019

by Otis Hart

The singer, who originally joined the group as a dancer, was perhaps best known for the volatile energy he brought to The Prodigy's music videos and live performances.

In 2018 file photo, a shopper walks past a Huawei store at a shopping mall in Beijing.

Huawei Exec Sues Canada, Argues December Arrest Violated Constitution

8:59am March 04, 2019

by Matthew S. Schwartz

Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou was detained by the Canadian government in December at the request of the U.S., which alleged the Chinese telecom giant had violated its sanctions on Iran.

Assailants set fire to an Ebola treatment center run by Doctors Without Borders in Katwa, a rural suburb in Democratic Republic of the Congo, on February 25.

Health & Safety

Why Doctors Without Borders Is Suspending Work In The Ebola Epicenter In Congo

8:43am March 04, 2019

by Nurith Aizenman

After two fiery attacks on its treatment centers in Democratic Republic of the Congo, the medical charity is putting its operations there on hold — and rethinking its role.

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Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., at the Capitol in 2018. Normally a close ally of President Trump, Paul announced that he would support a resolution to end Trump's emergency declaration to build a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border.

Politics & Government

Rand Paul Says He'll Vote Against Trump's Border Emergency, Likely Forcing A Veto

7:58am March 04, 2019

by Francesca Paris

Normally a close ally of President Trump, Paul becomes the fourth Republican who plans to vote with Democrats in opposition to the President's declaration of a national emergency.

Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., one of several Senate Democrats who are running for president in 2020, has been cautious to back a proposal to end the legislative filibuster.

Politics & Government

Most Democratic 2020 Hopefuls Not Ready To Bust The Filibuster To Push Party Agenda

5:27am March 04, 2019

by Scott Detrow

Getting rid of the legislative filibuster — the rule requiring at least 60 votes to advance a bill — is what many activists say is key to passing a progressive agenda. But not all Democrats agree.

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A funnel-shaped cloud near Marianna, Fla., on Sunday. Numerous tornado warnings were posted across parts of Alabama, Georgia, Florida and South Carolina on Sunday afternoon as the powerful storm system raced across the region.

National

More Than 20 Killed After A Series Of Deadly Tornadoes Hits Alabama

4:08am March 04, 2019

by Emma Bowman

Lee County, Ala., was hit the hardest, where at least 23 people were killed and several injured after at least two tornadoes reportedly ripped through the state, officials say.

Health & Safety

When It Comes To Race, Eating Disorders Don't Discriminate

9:58pm March 03, 2019

by Shereen Marisol Meraji

People with eating disorders are too often portrayed as white, skinny young women. One group is trying to spread the word that eating disorders affect people of every race, gender and body size.

King Zulu waves to the crowds from his float on Mardi Gras day on Feb. 24, 2009 in New Orleans. The Zulu Social Aid & Pleasure Club is facing criticism for its tradition of wearing black face makeup during Mardi Gras.

National

In New Orleans, The Fight Over Blackface Renews Scrutiny Of A Mardi Gras Tradition

6:20pm March 03, 2019

Every year, African-American members of the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club paint their faces black for the city's Mardi Gras celebrations. Now, they're facing calls to end the practice.

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Demonstrators stage a protest against President Abdelaziz Bouteflika's bid for a fifth term, in Marseille, France.

World News

Thousands Protest Against Algerian President's Bid For Fifth Term

5:57pm March 03, 2019

by Shannon Van Sant

Abdelaziz Bouteflika has been in power since 1999 and has changed the constitution in order to stay in office multiple terms.