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• What Bernie Sanders Said About Trump: President A 'Fraud' On Wall Street Reform

  05-02-2017 23:16 via ibtimes.com
  
  Sen. Bernie Sander, I-Vt., Sunday described President Donald Trump as a “fraud” and a hypocrite for appealing to the little guy and then packing his Cabinet with billionaires, moving to undo some banking regulations and appointing advisers inclined to cut Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid.
  Sanders told CNN’s “State of the Union” he doesn’t “mean to be disrespectful [but] this guy is a fraud.”
  
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• ‘24: Legacy’: 4 Things To Know Before The Post-Super Bowl Season Premiere

  05-02-2017 23:10 via ibtimes.com
  
  The Super Bowl is always the highest-rated TV event each year, but the show that follows it also experiences a massive viewership. Following the 2017 NFL championship game Sunday night, “24: Legacy” gets that coveted spot for its season premiere.
  
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• Super Bowl Drinking Game Rules 2017: How To Play Along With The Patriots And Falcons

  05-02-2017 22:50 via ibtimes.com
  
  Super Bowl Sunday is known for football, sure, but it's also a notorious opportunity for sports fans to consume an abundance of chicken wings and alcohol. Americans will drink an estimated 32.5 million gallons of beer while watching the New England Patriots face off against the Atlanta Falcons in Houston Sunday.
  If you're among them, you can make all that imbibing more exciting by following these rules for a Super Bowl-themed drinking game:
  
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• Happy Birthday, Trayvon Martin: Parents Recall Slain Son On 22nd Birthday

  05-02-2017 22:49 via ibtimes.com
  
  Trayvon Martin was fatally shot by a neighborhood watchman nearly five years ago in a gated community in the central Florida suburb of Sanford just weeks after his 17th birthday on Feb. 26, 2012. The teen boy was walking home from a convenience store where he had purchased an Arizona juice drink and a package of Skittles.
  
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• Super Bowl 2017 Android, iOS Livestream: How To Watch Patriots vs. Falcons Game On Your Smartphone

  05-02-2017 22:30 via ibtimes.com
  
  Super Bowl 2017 begins at 6:30 p.m. EST, Feb. 5, Sunday. The game will take place at the NRG stadium in Houston. Patriots are the favorites, having a 14-2 regular season lead over the Atlanta Falcons’ 11-5 tally.
  While many people will watch the New England Patriots compete with the Atlanta Falcons on TV, if you don’t have access to one, you needn’t despair. The game can be live streamed PCs, Set-top boxes, smartphones and almost any other smart device you might have lying arou
  
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• Super Bowl 2017 Announcers: What To Know About Joe Buck, Troy Aikman, Erin Andrews And Chris Myers

  05-02-2017 22:20 via ibtimes.com
  
  While much of the attention of Super Bowl LI will center on the Atlanta Falcons and New England Patriots, the halftime show and the commercials, there is also plenty to know about the television coverage of the event. After several hours of pregame, the eyes and ears of the game turns to two broadcasters in the booth and the two sideline reporters.
  
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• Trump's Executive Orders Latest: Everything To Know About Immigration Ban, Judge Decision

  05-02-2017 22:01 via ibtimes.com
  
  The Trump administration Sunday regrouped after a federal appeals court refused to stay a Seattle judge’s order blocking President Donald Trump’s executive order barring people from seven Muslim-majority countries from entering the United States.
  
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• Pope Francis Records Super Bowl Video Message: Vatican Calls Sunday Event 'Highly Symbolic' In First Ever Remarks About Football Game

  05-02-2017 21:52 via ibtimes.com
  
  Pope Francis has recorded his first Super Bowl video message that will be shown during Sunday's Super Bowl game between the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons. In the video posted early Sunday by the director of the Vatican Press Office, the Pope said sporting events like the Super Bowl are “highly symbolic” and demonstrate that it is possible to “build a culture of encounter and a world of peace.”
  "May this year's Super Bowl be a sign of peace,
  
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• Super Bowl 2018: Date, Location, Tickets For The Next NFL Championship Game

  05-02-2017 20:30 via ibtimes.com
  
  A year after Super Bowl LI takes place in Houston, the next NFL champion will be decided in a cold-weather city. The 2018 Super Bowl, or Super Bowl LII, is set to be played in Minneapolis with the big game returning to the city for the first time in 26 years.
  Super Bowl LII is scheduled for Feb. 4, 2018, and U.S. Bank Stadium will host the game for the first time in its existence. Super Bowl XXVI was played in Minneapolis’ Metrodome as the Washington Redskins beat the Buffalo Bills 37-24.
  
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• Super Bowl 2017 Live Stream: How To Watch New England Patriots Play Atlanta Falcons For Free On Your Phone, Tablet Or Computer

  05-02-2017 20:30 via ibtimes.com
  
  Having problems finding a TV to watch the 51st installment of the Super Bowl? No need to fret as FOX has planned to show a full live stream of the Atlanta Falcons playing against the New England Patriots at the NRG Stadium in Houston Sunday night. 
  
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• Does ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ Visit Asgard? New Evidence Suggests Thor’s Home Will Be Involved

  05-02-2017 19:26 via ibtimes.com
  
  “Avengers: Infinity War” will likely be the first “Avengers” film to leave Earth. A new casting call seems to strongly hint that Asgard could be visited in the 2018 flick.
  
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• Bella Thorne Drops $2 Million On Sherman Oaks Home [PHOTOS]

  05-02-2017 19:15 via ibtimes.com
  
  Not too shabby for a 19-year-old. Former Disney star Bella Thorne just bought a $2 million home in the Sherman Oaks neighborhood of Los Angeles.
  While other kids her age are living in dorms and studio apartments, "The Duff" actress' new 4,500-square-foot house boasts six bathrooms and six bedrooms, including a luxurious master suite that has an expansive walk-in closet, a cozy fireplace, and a delightful master bathroom with sliding doors that provide the
  
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• Super Bowl 2017 Party Games: Fun Football-Themed Activities To Play Sunday With Friends

  05-02-2017 19:10 via ibtimes.com
  
  The athletes in the Super Bowl aren't the only ones who get to have a good time Sunday. You, too, can get your game on with your friends.
  If you're hosting a party, here are five easy games you can play with a group during commercials, at halftime or even during the game itself:
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• 'Fifty Shades Darker' Red Carpet: See The Sexy Fashions From The LA Premiere

  05-02-2017 19:07 via ibtimes.com
  
  Hollywood is getting dark!
  The stars of "Fifty Shades Darker" hit the red (or should we say black) carpet Thursday for the film's sexy Los Angeles premiere held at the Theatre at Ace Hotel.
  The premiere followed a masquerade ball for fans at Vibiana in downtown LA where author E.L. James was joined by film's stars. 
  Of course, with such a sizzling movie, it's no surprise that the fashions that night were just as hot. Check out the sexy looks from the night in the slidesh
  
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• What Is Malia Obama Up To These Days? The Former First Daughter Seen Partying In Manhattan At HBO Go's 'Girls' Premiere

  05-02-2017 19:01 via ibtimes.com
  
  While her father and former U.S. President Barack Obama is spending the few weeks after his transition out of executive power relaxing in Palm Springs and the British Virgin Islands, Malia Obama was spotted living it up in New York City well into the wee hours of Friday morning.
  
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• Best-Dressed At The 2017 Producers Guild Awards: Nicole Kidman, Lily Collins, Chrissy Teigen, Justin Timberlake And More

  05-02-2017 18:35 via ibtimes.com
  
  In the thick of awards season, the 28th annual Producers Guild of America Awards took place at The Beverly Hilton Hotel. 
  Just like the Golden Globes and the SAGs, stars brought their fashion A-game on the red carpet. From Nicole Kidman in Prada to Justin Timberlake in Tom Ford, check out the best dressed of the evening in the slideshow above. 
   
   
   
  
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• Super Bowl 2017 Betting Odds: Latest Point Spread, Over/Under, Moneyline For Patriots vs. Falcons

  05-02-2017 18:27 via ibtimes.com
  
  Just hours before the big game, the Super Bowl 2017 point spread remains the same as it’s been for two weeks. The New England Patriots are three-point favorites over the Atlanta Falcons Sunday in Houston, though other aspects of the betting odds have seen changes in recent days.
  
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• Migos, 2 Chainz and Lil Uzi Ver Perform At Planet New Era Super Bowl Party

  05-02-2017 18:27 via ibtimes.com
  
  Hip-hop megastars Migos, rapper 2 Chainz and Lil Uzi Vert headlined New Era Cap's Planet New Era Super Bowl LI private celebration Friday.
  The invite-only party took place at Vrsi in Houston and was DJ'ed by DJ Ace (Will Smith's son Trey Smith) and hosted by Houston native and hip-hop artist Bun B.
  
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• Will Trump End Iran Nuclear Deal? Do Not 'Test The Resolve Of This New President,' Pence Warns Iran

  05-02-2017 18:17 via ibtimes.com
  
  U.S. Vice President Mike Pence Sunday warned Iran not to underestimate President Donald Trump, saying Tehran would do well to “think twice about their hostile and beligerant actions.”
  In an interview on ABC’s “This Week,” Pence advised Iran to “look at the calendar” and realize Barack Obama is no longer in office.
  
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• When Does The Super Bowl Actually Start? Official Kickoff Time, Event Schedule For 2017 Game

  05-02-2017 18:10 via ibtimes.com
  
  There are only a few hours left before Super Bowl LI, when the Atlanta Falcons will face the New England Patriots for the NFL championship title. Pregame coverage is already on, but if you're still planning your day, here’s the full schedule of the kickoff, the game and postgame coverage. 
  Catch it on Fox and Fox Deportes in Spanish with announcers Joe Buck, Troy Aikman, Erin Andrews and Chris Myers.
  
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• Puppy Bowl 2017: When And Where To Watch Online, On TV During Super Bowl 51

  05-02-2017 18:00 via ibtimes.com
  
  It’s time to get ruff and tough! While sports fans tune in to watch Super Bowl 51 on Sunday, animal lovers will likely want to watch to Animal Planet’s 2017 Puppy Bowl.
  Puppy Bowl XIII kicks off at 3 p.m. EST (12 p.m. PST) on Sunday, Feb. 5, on Animal Planet. This year marks the first time the game will air simultaneously on both coasts. If you miss the first airing, don’t fret! Puppy Bowl XIII will air on repeat for 10 hours during game day.
  
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• Free Pizza From Super Bowl 2017? Promo Codes And Coupons For Domino’s And Pizza Hut As Papa John's Remains Quiet

  05-02-2017 18:00 via ibtimes.com
  
  While millions of people gather in front of televisions across to the nation to watch football on Super Bowl Sunday, the food is another important aspect of the celebration. So what could be better than eating pizza while watching the New England Patriots take on the Atlanta Falcons? Eating free pizza—or discounted—pizza. Continue reading to discover coupons and promotional codes to use Sunday so you don't have to spend too much dough to get some dough. 
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• Gisele Bündchen's Net Worth 2017: The Super Model Makes Twice As Much As Her Famous Football Player Husband Tom Brady

  05-02-2017 17:41 via ibtimes.com
  
  Brazilian-born supermodel and NFL player Tom Brady’s wife Gisele Bündchen is one of the highest-paid models in the world. Discovered at McDonald’s in São Paulo, Brazil, nearly 20 years ago, she has graced the covers of magazines around the world and signed to big names like Victoria’s Secret, securing her spot in the modeling industry.
  
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• What ‘Star Wars’ Actor Billy Dee Williams Thinks Of Donald Glover, The New Lando Calrissian

  05-02-2017 17:25 via ibtimes.com
  
  Lando Calrissian will appear in the upcoming Han Solo film, but he’ll have a new face. It’s a prequel to the original “Star Wars” movies, so Billy Dee Williams is a little too old for the gig that he originated. However, he seems to approve of his replacement, Donald Glover.
  
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• Fanatics Super Bowl Party: Flo Rida Performs, Odell Beckham Jr., Meek Mill, Alex Rodriguez And More Attend

  05-02-2017 17:16 via ibtimes.com
  
  Fanatics, the global leader for licensed sports merchandise, kicked off Super Bowl weekend with an exclusive invite-only party Saturday. 
  
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• Why Google Is Removing Google Now Launcher From Play Store This March

  05-02-2017 17:10 via ibtimes.com
  
  If you’re the type to go for the minimalist Android launcher, then it’s possible that you may have used or is still using the Google Now launcher. Its easy-to-navigate interface and its minimalist design are two things that make it an instant favorite of many Android consumers. Unfortunately, happy days will soon be over for Google Now launcher patrons because a recent leak is claiming that Google will be killing its popular launcher next month. 
  
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• Kitten Bowl 2017: When And Where To Watch The Game Online, On TV During Super Bowl 2017

  05-02-2017 17:00 via ibtimes.com
  
  Although there is plenty of excitement ahead for Super Bowl 51, there are a few things you can do while you wait for the big game. One way to keep yourself entertained is by indulging in some furtastic fun and watching the Hallmark Channel’s 2017 Kitten Bowl.
  The fourth annual Kitten Bowl will take place on Sunday, Feb. 5. For those who miss the game, the Hallmark Channel will run the special twice right after the initial airing.
  
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• Trump Travel Ban Myths And Facts: Can Trump Deport Immigrants Living In The US Legally?

  05-02-2017 16:53 via ibtimes.com
  
  One week after President Donald Trump signed an executive order restricting travelers from seven Muslim-majority countries from entering the United States, concerns are growing about the dictate's reach. 
  Trump’s executive orders were created “to keep radical Islamic terrorists out of the U.S.” and can impact both legal and undocumented immigrants. The orders have therefore prompted several important questions.
  Will Trump Deport Legal Immigrants Li
  
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• War With China? Chinese Officials Warn US To Avoid 'Instability' After Defense Secretary James Mattis' Promise To Protect Japan

  05-02-2017 16:51 via ibtimes.com
  
  Chinese officials warned the U.S. against "instability" in the region after Defense Secretary James Mattis said during a press conference Friday that Washington would protect the disputed Senkaku Islands controlled by Japan in the East China Sea. Recognized as the Diaoyu Islands by China and the Senkaku Islands by Japan, the territory holds important resources and a favorable location in the Asia-Pacific region.
  
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• Super Bowl Terrorism Threats? Security Measures And Costs Heightened in Houston For Football Championship

  05-02-2017 16:24 via ibtimes.com
  
  As football spectators, professional players and fans at home are getting their final preparations in order for the Super Bowl LI, authorities are working under the radar on high-security measures in Houston.
  “On the day of the big game, we will be here, but our presence may not necessarily be seen. We will have multiple elements in place onsite as well as offsite,” FBI assistant special agent-in-charge Mark Webster said in an FBI news release.
  
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• Nexus 5X, 6P Update Coming With Apple's Siri Rival Google Assistant

  05-02-2017 16:11 via ibtimes.com
  
  Hold on to your phones Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P owners. There isn’t a need for a hardware upgrade on your end, because a software update is bringing some of Google Pixel’s features to your handsets including Google Assistant. 
  
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• Kristen Stewart On ‘SNL’: Watch Her Best ‘Saturday Night Live’ Sketches [VIDEOS]

  05-02-2017 16:09 via ibtimes.com
  
  Kristen Stewart made her hosting debut on “Saturday Night Live,” and the “Personal Shopper” actress had a few memorable skits. While it wasn’t overall a fantastic episode, Stewart had some hilarious moments. Check them out below:
  Dry Fridays — In this clip, Stewart plays a college student caught drinking. However, her stories are a little more intense than anyone else’s. Though Stewart stumbled over her line about a haircut gone wrong, her co-stars&rsquo
  
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• How not to lose weight: CBC's Marketplace consumer cheat sheet

  05-02-2017 15:00 via cbc.ca
  
  If you haven't had a chance to catch up on consumer news this week, here are some stories you may have missed.
  
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• Generali to hold meeting on Monday on Intesa stake: source

  05-02-2017 14:52 via news.yahoo.com
  
  Italy's top insurer Generali will hold a meeting on Monday to discuss the 3 percent stake it bought in Intesa Sanpaolo in January to fend off unwanted interest from the bank, a person familiar with the matter said on Sunday. Generali's investment committee is due to meet on Monday to discuss ways of maintaining the stake but on more favorable terms, the person said, confirming a report in Sunday's Il Sole 24 Ore. In January Generali, whose biggest investor is influential investment bank Medioban
  
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• How Do They Time Stadium Flyovers? Super Bowl 2017 Will Feature Thunderbirds Flying Over NRG Stadium

  05-02-2017 14:50 via ibtimes.com
  
  On football's biggest stage, fractions of a second can make the difference between victory or defeat. Quarterbacks and receivers spend countless hours timing and coordinating routes so that the pass is thrown at the precise speed and at the exact spot for a catch to be made.
  But that's simple stuff when you compare it to the spectacle that occurs before a Super Bowl.
  
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• First big German customer sues Volkswagen in diesel affair

  05-02-2017 14:42 via news.yahoo.com
  
  Fish distributor Deutsche See is suing Volkswagen for misrepresenting a fleet of vehicles it leased as environmentally friendly, becoming the first major German customer to sue Europe's biggest carmaker over its diesel-test cheating. Volkswagen already faces numerous lawsuits from individual owners, regulators, states and dealers, many of them in the form of class-action cases in the United States. Bremerhaven-based Deutsche See, which leases about 500 vehicles from Volkswagen, said it had been
  
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• Falcons vs. Patriots: Which Teams Celebrities Are Rooting To Win At Super Bowl LI

  05-02-2017 14:10 via ibtimes.com
  
  The biggest game of the NFL season is finally here. On Sunday, the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons will descend upon Houston, Texas’ NRG Stadium for Super Bowl LI. It’s anyone’s guess which team will emerge victorious. Fans of each team have been vocal in their support, sending good vibes to the players ahead of the big game. Here’s who your favorite celebrities have pegged to take home the 2017 Super Bowl trophy.
  
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• Concussions In Football: How A New Blood Test Could Change The NFL, CTE Fight

  05-02-2017 14:10 via ibtimes.com
  
  Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman's legs wobbled from the rattle of the hit, and as he made his way downfield his stumbles looked as if he were dodging ghost tacklers.
  
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• What To Watch Instead Of The Super Bowl: Movies, Marathons And Specials Airing On Sunday, Feb. 5

  05-02-2017 14:00 via ibtimes.com
  
  Let’s face it, Super Bowl 51 will probably be the most watched television event this weekend, however, not everyone is a sports fan. Luckily, there are plenty of other things to watch while everyone else is tuned into the big game.
  Super Bowl 2017 is scheduled to kick off on Sunday, Feb. 5, at 6:30 p.m. EST on Fox with the New England Patriots facing off against the Atlanta Falcons. The highly anticipated game is expected to air until 10 p.m. EST, which means those who are n
  
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• Trump’s America: Chelsea Clinton Tweets About Nazi Swastika Clean Up On New York City Subway Train

  05-02-2017 13:32 via ibtimes.com
  
  A Facebook post recounting the noble efforts of strangers in a subway train who erased Nazi Swastika symbols in Manhattan, New York, has gone viral, with over 80,000 shares in just eight hours, including a retweet by the former first daughter Chelsea Clinton. 
  
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• Who Will Be King? British Line Of Succession As Queen Elizabeth II Prepares To Celebrate Sapphire Anniversary

  05-02-2017 13:15 via ibtimes.com
  
  Queen Elizabeth II will celebrate her Sapphire Anniversary on Monday, marking 65 years on the British throne. The longest-living monarch took the throne in 1952 after King George VI's death, who didn't have any sons.
  In recent days, concerns about the health of the 90-year-old monarch have risen, especially since she skipped annual royal holiday celebrations, including Christmas and New Year services, due to a "heavy cold." However, the queen has recovered since then, attende
  
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• Ronald Reagan Day: 10 Facts About The President And Conservative Hero

  05-02-2017 13:10 via ibtimes.com
  
  Former President Ronald Reagan led the country 28 years ago, but his enduring conservative legacy often makes its way into modern-day political discussions. Committed to prosperity at home, peace through strength and a limited federal government, Reagan is heralded as something of a hero among conservative lawmakers.
  Sunday marks Ronald Reagan Day, a time designated by the Ronald Reagan Legacy Project to preserve his work and views. To celebrate, you can read up on the former president below, wi
  
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• U.S. refiners face weakening demand at pump for first time in 5 years

  05-02-2017 13:04 via news.yahoo.com
  
  U.S. refiners are facing the prospects of weakening gasoline demand for the first time in five years, stoking fears that earnings this year may be even worse than the dismal performances seen in 2016. The sign of weakening U.S. gasoline demand comes as U.S. refiners are in the midst of reporting their worst year of earnings since the U.S. shale boom started in 2011. The oil boom turned to bust in 2014, and U.S. independent refiners reaped the profits as plunging pump prices and a growing economy
  
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• Who Is James Robart? Immigration Ban Halting Judge Accused By Trump Of Making 'Bad People Very Happy'

  05-02-2017 12:43 via ibtimes.com
  
  James Robart, a federal judge in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington, rose to sudden fame after being slammed by President Donald Trump for issuing a temporary nationwide block to his administration's travel ban on seven Muslim-majority nations. 
  
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• Iran News: Tehran Reverses Decision To Deny Entry To US Wrestlers Over Trump Travel Ban

  05-02-2017 12:23 via ibtimes.com
  
  Iran announced Sunday that it has reversed its decision of banning the U.S. wrestling team from participating in the 2017 Freestyle World Cup to be held later this month, according to state media. Earlier, in response to President Donald Trump’s executive order denying visas for Iranians, Tehran had said it would do the same for U.S. wrestlers seeking to participate in the event. 
  
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• Barclays to overhaul back office operations to cope with ring-fencing

  05-02-2017 12:14 via news.yahoo.com
  
  By Lawrence White LONDON (Reuters) - Barclays Plc is about to overhaul its back office operations under a restructuring to help it comply with new post-crisis rules forcing British banks to ring-fence their retail operations from their riskier business. It has formed a new company that will operate as a standalone unit providing support services to both of its two main operations when they are formally separated - retail and investment banking, the bank said. The ring-fencing rules seek to avoid
  
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• World's Smallest Pacemaker Is The Size Of A Vitamin Capsule

  05-02-2017 12:01 via ibtimes.com
  
  Before long, people suffering from bradycardia will only need a very quick trip to the operating room to have a pacemaker installed into their system. This is in light of the news that the world’s smallest pacemaker was successfully implanted into a patient in the U.S. 
  
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• Karina Vetrano Latest News: Who Is The Killer? Brooklyn Man Arrested After DNA Link In Jogger's Murder Case

  05-02-2017 11:43 via ibtimes.com
  
  A Brooklyn man was arrested Saturday in connection with the killing of a New York female jogger after police used DNA evidence to discover that the suspect was linked to the victim. Police began questioning the person of interest but no charges have been filed so far, media reports said, citing sources.
  
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• US-Russia War? Trump Defends ‘Killer’ Putin During Pre-Super Bowl Bill O'Reilly Interview

  05-02-2017 11:22 via ibtimes.com
  
  In the excerpt of an interview, which is set to air later Sunday before the Super Bowl, President Donald Trump can be heard defending Russian President Vladimir Putin while speaking to Fox News' Bill O'Reilly.
  "I do respect him," Trump says, when asked whether he respects the Russian president. "I respect a lot of people but that doesn't mean I'm going to get along with him…he's a leader of his country. I say it's better to get along with Russia than not."
  
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• CRTC hearing to tackle costly and hard-to-control cellphone charges

  05-02-2017 11:00 via cbc.ca
  
  On Monday, the CRTC will hold hearings to review its wireless code for cellphone customers. One hot topic of discussion will be how to further protect customers from high cellphone bills.
  
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