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Jonathan Lemire, Jill Colvin and Zeke Miller Associated Press Published 6:19 PM EDT Oct 8, 2019 Washington – The White House declared Tuesday it will not cooperate with what it termed the “illegitimate” impeachment probe by House Democrats, sharpening the constitutional clash between President Donald Trump and Congress. Trump attorneys sent a letter to House leaders bluntly stating their refusal to participate in the quickly moving impeachment investigation. “Given that your inquiry lacks any legitimate constitutional foundation, any pretense of fairness, or even the most elementary due process protections, the Executive Branch cannot be expected to participate in it,” White House Counsel Pat Cipollone wrote. The White House is currently objecting that the House did not formally vote to begin the impeachment inquiry into Trump. It also claims that Trump’s due process rights are being violated and is attacking the conduct of House intelligence … [Read more...] about Trump declares it in writing: He won’t cooperate in probe

Jerry Falwell Jr. has settled a federal lawsuit involving a Florida real estate venture.The Miami Herald reports that Falwell has agreed to pay Gordon Bello an undisclosed amount of money.Falwell is the president of Liberty University, an evangelical Christian school in Lynchburg, Virginia. Bello is an attorney and legislative aide for the Miami-Dade County Commission.Bello sued in 2017, claiming he was promised a stake in a South Beach hostel that Falwell purchased in 2013 for $4.7 million. Bello claims he and his father, Miami builder Jett Bello, pitched Falwell on the hostel idea after being introduced by a high school friend of the younger Bello. Falwell denies promising Gordon Bello anything. Falwell’s lawyers noted Bello never filed any emails, texts or documents suggesting a deal existed.___Information from: The Miami Herald, http://www.herald.com … [Read more...] about Falwell settles lawsuit over Florida real estate venture

By Sherif Khalil on Oct 10, 2019 in Africa, Attractions, Egypt, Going Out, Regions The Great Pyramids of Giza are one of the world’s defining architectural achievements; one of the wonders of the ancient world, and a dazzling feat of architectural genius. The Great Pyramid and its two cousins at the Giza pyramid complex is a must-see Egyptian landmark. Along with the enigmatic Sphinx and other smaller tombs and monuments around, the splendor of that iconic plateau is amazingly reviled. However, there are some other major pyramid complexes in Egypt which tell another chapter of the story of tomb-building and artwork in ancient Egypt. Continue reading to learn more about five of them. 1. The Step Pyramid of Djoser Location: Saqqara, Al Badrashin, near Giza Pyramids It is famous enough that plenty of people have heard of it, yet have already visited it. It is a stunning departure from the common structures that came before it. Therefore, it’s considered as the earliest-known … [Read more...] about 5 lesser-known pyramids in Egypt

Could the 3rd District see a primary rematch next year? Dan Koh says it’s up to Rep. Lori Trahan, even though he’s the one mulling a primary challenge. Koh, an Andover native and former chief of staff for Boston Mayor Marty Walsh, has been pressuring the freshman congresswoman to release bank statements to prove she didn’t break campaign finance laws during her narrow 2018 win in the Democratic primary race for the Massachusetts congressional seat. If she doesn’t, Koh says he’s seriously considering another run — even if it rankles fellow Democrats — and has positioned himself as a more forceful, progressive advocate in the era of President Donald Trump. But before he jumps in, the 34-year-old is testing how the issue of Trahan’s campaign funding plays with voters. “The residents of the 3rd Congressional District deserve honesty and transparency from their elected officials, especially at a time when trust in government is … [Read more...] about Here’s why Dan Koh is thinking about another run for Congress

Ireland's Prime Minister, Leo Varadkar and Britain's Prime Minister Boris Johnson say they can see a "pathway" to a Brexit deal, but EU diplomats warn the road ahead is long AFP/Noel Mullen British Brexit minister Stephen Barclay and EU negotiator Michel Barnier met for two hours in the Brussels headquarters of the European Union. "We had a constructive meeting with Steve Barclay and the British team," Barnier told reporters. "I have already said that the Brexit is like climbing a mountain and we need vigilance, determination and patience." A British spokesman also described the closed-door talks as a "constructive meeting". Neither side would reveal any detail about what was discussed, but a European diplomat told AFP: "At this stage, the less we hear, the better. If stuff starts leaking out, it means it's not serious." Another European official close to the discussions suggested the restart was at an early stage, but that the process might suddenly accelerate: "We're completing … [Read more...] about EU and UK bid to save Brexit talks before key summit