Republicans and Democrats reach funding package deal, US president says

In Minneapolis, an ICE agent shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Good on 7 January, and a Border Patrol officer shot and killed 37-year-old Alex Pretti on 24 January. Both killings, and the ongoing immigration operation in the state, have sparked protests around the country. The second shooting led Democrats, and some Republicans, to push back […]

Watch: Batman tells city council to not assist ICE at Super Bowl

During a meeting with the Santa Clara City Council, a man dressed as Batman confronted city officials over the presence of Immigration and Custom Enforcement (ICE) agents at the upcoming Super Bowl at Levi’s Stadium. He told council members they had months to prepare for the event and said the city needed to “reaffirm” that […]

'Respect Canadian sovereignty', Carney tells US officials after they meet Alberta separatists

Rath, co-founder of the Alberta Prosperity Project, a grassroots organisation pushing for an independence referendum, told the BBC on Thursday that his group has travelled to Washington on three occasions in the last year, as private citizens on a “fact-finding basis”. source

James brought to tears by Cleveland video tribute

NBA legend LeBron James was brought to tears by a tribute video during the Los Angeles Lakers’ defeat at the Cleveland Cavaliers. James, 41, returned to his home state and former team for possibly the last time on Wednesday as speculation continues over whether he will retire at the end of the season. He won […]

Watch: Giant pandas play in Washington DC snowstorm

The Smithsonian National Zoo’s giant pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao spent time outside in the snow while a massive winter storm hit the DC region. The zoo explained why the pair are kept in separate enclosures: “Giant pandas tend to prefer their own space and usually only share habitat when they’re ready to reproduce, […]

During heated hearing, Rubio insists US action in Venezuela will lead to prosperity and security

The US Secretary of State remained robustly on message when asked about the legality of Maduro’s removal, plans for oil sales, and the future of Venezuela.source

Bill Belichick: A Super Bowl god's fall from grace

He is one of the most decorated coaches in NFL history, but his snub from the Pro Football Hall of Fame adds to a growing list of defeats.source

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Nicki Minaj calls herself Trump's 'number one fan' and shows off gold card visa

The rapper, born in Trinidad and Tobago, praises the US president while Bruce Springsteen protests aboout ICE.source

Ecuador says ICE tried to enter its Minneapolis consulate — here's what happened

A video appears to show the moment a US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent attempted to enter the Consulate of Ecuador in Minneapolis, according to the Ecuadorian government. The agent was denied access by consular officials. The Ecuadorian Consulate was promoted to activate emergency protocols following the incident and says the foreign minister “immediately presented […]