A man who identifies himself as a New Orleans jail escapee released videos on social media while still on the run from authorities, leading to a police raid that failed to recapture him, an Associated Press source says. … [Read more...] about New Orleans jail escapee releases videos, prompting search of home where they were made
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Santa Ono rejected for University of Florida presidency amid conservative backlash
Longtime academic Santa Ono was rejected Tuesday for the University of Florida presidency by the state university system board amid sharp criticism from political conservatives about his past support for diversity, equity and inclusion programs and other initiatives they view as unacceptable liberal ideology. … [Read more...] about Santa Ono rejected for University of Florida presidency amid conservative backlash
U.S. charges Chinese couple with smuggling fungus that could be ‘potential agroterrorism weapon’
Two Chinese nationals were charged Tuesday with conspiracy to smuggle into the United States a fungus with potential use as a terror weapon against American agriculture, the U.S. attorney in Detroit announced in a statement. … [Read more...] about U.S. charges Chinese couple with smuggling fungus that could be ‘potential agroterrorism weapon’
Chinese nationals charged with smuggling deadly crop fungus into U.S.
Two Chinese nationals have been charged with conspiracy to smuggle a dangerous fungus into the United States that could potentially be used as an agricultural bioweapon. … [Read more...] about Chinese nationals charged with smuggling deadly crop fungus into U.S.
Immigration official defends tactics against criticism of a heavy hand as arrests rise nationwide
The head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on Monday defended his tactics against criticism that authorities are being too heavy-handed as they ramp up arrests toward President Donald Trump's promises of mass deportations. … [Read more...] about Immigration official defends tactics against criticism of a heavy hand as arrests rise nationwide