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Michael expected to gain hurricane strength as it approaches Florida
Michael, moving toward the US Gulf Coast, is now a Category 1 hurricane, the National Hurricane Center said. A powerful storm called "Michael" is churning off Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula - and with maximum sustained winds around 75 miles per hour, it's officially a Category 1 hurricane. [Full Article...]
Brazil right-wing presidential candidate wins vote but runoff likely

Trump rallies Republicans after Kavanaugh confirmation
On the same program, McConnell chuckled when asked if Republicans will not campaign against West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin now that he voted for Kavanaugh - the only Democrat to do so. "I found her testimony to be honest, painful and compelling". Collins offered a defense for Kavanaugh, saying he "reacted with anger and anguish as a father of two young girls". [Full Article...]
Pres. Assad: Deal on Idlib temporary

Kavanaugh Sworn in As Supreme Court Justice

As Senate hits 'rock bottom' over Kavanaugh, no clear path up

Nobel Economics 2018 awarded to Americans William Nordhaus and Paul Romer
UN Report on Global Warming Carries Life-or-Death Warning
