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  • 10.05.20. POTUS Positive


    In the aftermath of the debacle that was the first Presidential Debate of 2020, our focus shifts to the developing story involving President Donald Trump's contracting COVID-19, and what that means as America, and the rest of the world, continue to battle the current pandemic. 

    In the aftermath of the first Presidential Debate of 2020, we examine the big takeaways, as well as the reaction from pundits, most of whom called it a disgraceful moment for our nation. However, in a year like 2020, even a debacle the likes of the recent debate would soon be overshadowed by news that President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump had contracted COVID-19. Some have called this an "October Surprise," and although the President appears to be on a fast road to recovery, we weigh in on the implications of this most recent development in the ongoing battle against the most deadly pandemic of our generation.

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    DOLLARS FOR DONUTS
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    * Daniel Baumberger 
    * Kevin Webbe 
    * Michiel Duijsings
    * Robert Westfall 
    * Grimerica
    * Elizabeth Hove
    * Jill Ellis
    * Brett Giles
    * Robert Walshe

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    SHOW NOTES

    * THE LATEST: U.S. DEATHS: 209,725
    * WHO: 10% of world's people may have been infected with virus...
    * BOX OFFICE BUST: REGAL CINEMAS Suspending Operations at All Locations
    * ELECTION UPDATE: WSJ/NBC Poll: Biden +14
    * Lead Doubles After Debate
    * POTUS POSITIVE: President Trump and Melania Trump test positive for Covid-19
    * DISCLOSED: Trump Didn’t Disclose First Positive Test While Awaiting 2nd Test on Thursday
    * 'I had to confront the virus so the American people stop being afraid of it so we could deal with it responsibly'
    *
    50 min
  • POTUS Positive | 10.05.20.

    In the aftermath of the debacle that was the first Presidential Debate of 2020, our focus shifts to the developing story involving President Donald Trump's contracting COVID-19, and what that means as America, and the rest of the world, continue to battle the current pandemic.

    In the aftermath of the first Presidential Debate of 2020, we examine the big takeaways, as well as the reaction from pundits, most of whom called it a disgraceful moment for our nation. However, in a year like 2020, even a debacle the likes of the recent debate would soon be overshadowed by news that President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump had contracted COVID-19. Some have called this an "October Surprise," and although the President appears to be on a fast road to recovery, we weigh in on the implications of this most recent development in the ongoing battle against the most deadly pandemic of our generation.

    Coronavirus Charities: If you are able, please consider supporting the following charities that are offering relief for those affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Visit our Coronavirus Charities Page to learn more.

    DOLLARS FOR DONUTS

    A special thank you to those who donated to the podcast this week:

    • Daniel Baumberger
    • Kevin Webbe
    • Michiel Duijsings
    • Robert Westfall
    • Grimerica
    • Elizabeth Hove
    • Jill Ellis
    • Brett Giles
    • Robert Walshe

    If you like Middle Theory and want to help support the show, you can donate to the program here:

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    SHOW NOTES
    • THE LATEST: U.S. DEATHS: 209,725
    • WHO: 10% of world's people may have been infected with virus...
    • BOX OFFICE BUST: REGAL CINEMAS Suspending Operations at All Locations
    • ELECTION UPDATE: WSJ/NBC Poll: Biden +14
    • Lead Doubles After Debate
    • POTUS POSITIVE: President Trump and Melania Trump test positive for Covid-19
    • DISCLOSED: Trump Didn't Disclose First Positive Test While Awaiting 2nd Test on Thursday
    • 'I had to confront the virus so the American people stop being afraid of it so we could deal with it responsibly'
    • The impact of Trump's COVID-19 diagnosis on public health | TheHill
    • Doctors Add Steroid That's Used in More Severe Patients
    • Disclose alarming episodes
    • 'They're throwing kitchen sink at him'
    • BEASTLY: "The President's Doctor Has Lost All Credibility"
    • Biden tests negative for COVID-19, reminds folks to 'wear a mask' after being mocked by Trump for mask at debate
    • SUSPENSION: Trump's Covid diagnosis upends campaign, presents challenge for Biden
    • Social media teems with conspiracy theories from QAnon and Trump critics after president's positive COVID-19 test
    • Donald 'worried' and 'less assured', says body language guru...
    • UPDATE: President Trump releases update, says he's feeling 'much better' after hospitalization
    • Trump briefly left the hospital Sunday to wave at supporters from his motorcade
    • LATEST: Doctors: Donald Trump is improving while hospitalized; aides project image of calm
    • Eleven people in Trump's circle have tested positive so far
    • PLEADING THE 25th: What If Trump Gets Really Sick? A 25th Amendment Explainer
    • PENCE & PELOSI: President Pelosi? Pence prepares to risk it all for Trump
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  • 09.28.20. Poll Dancing


    As the first Presidential Debate of 2020 fast approaches, we look at civil unrest in America as the polls continue to show a wide gap between candidates Joe Biden and Donald Trump.

    Public outcry and civil unrest have erupted in Louisville, Kentucky following an announcement by the Attorney General there stating that no charges will be brought against police officers in the shooting of Breonna Taylor. AS protests and riots ensued, all eyes have shifted to Amy Coney Barrett, Donald Trump's nominee to fill the Supreme Court Seat of the late Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Meanwhile, as the first of the 2020 Presidential Debates is quickly approaching, pundits are on the lookout for what the outcome might be, and what that could mean for the American election that is now just weeks away. We examine all of this, and more on this week's Middle Theory podcast.

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    * Sean O’Neal
    * Connie Fletcher
    * Brian Davis
    * Mark Hankins
    * Ali Buchan

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    SHOW NOTES

    * JUSTICE FOR BREONNA: Two officers shot as protests erupt over Breonna Taylor case
    * Black AG chokes up announcing no charges
    * Dismay spills into streets
    * Kenosha shooter's defense portrays him as 'American patriot'
    * COURT PICK: Amy Coney Barrett: Who is Trump's Supreme Court pick?
    * Amy Coney Barrett: A Dream For The Right, Nightmare For The Left
    * ELECTION UPDATE
    * Biden '77% Chance Of Winning'
    * Predicted to take 352 Electoral Votes
    * 'I was Republican gov. I'm voting for Joe'
    * BASTARDS: Joe Biden: “Clap for that you stupid bastards.”
    * TAX MAN: NYT: Trump has paid no federal income taxes for much of past two decades
    * Between the economy and coronavirus pandemic, Biden keeps his advantage nationally: POLL
    59 min
  • Poll Dancing | 09.28.20.

    As the first Presidential Debate of 2020 fast approaches, we look at civil unrest in America as the polls continue to show a wide gap between candidates Joe Biden and Donald Trump.

    Public outcry and civil unrest have erupted in Louisville, Kentucky following an announcement by the Attorney General there stating that no charges will be brought against police officers in the shooting of Breonna Taylor. AS protests and riots ensued, all eyes have shifted to Amy Coney Barrett, Donald Trump's nominee to fill the Supreme Court Seat of the late Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Meanwhile, as the first of the 2020 Presidential Debates is quickly approaching, pundits are on the lookout for what the outcome might be, and what that could mean for the American election that is now just weeks away. We examine all of this, and more on this week's Middle Theory podcast.

    Coronavirus Charities: If you are able, please consider supporting the following charities that are offering relief for those affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Visit our Coronavirus Charities Page to learn more.

    DOLLARS FOR DONUTS

    A special thank you to those who donated to the podcast this week:

    • Sean O'Neal
    • Connie Fletcher
    • Brian Davis
    • Mark Hankins
    • Ali Buchan

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    SHOW NOTES
    • JUSTICE FOR BREONNA: Two officers shot as protests erupt over Breonna Taylor case
    • Black AG chokes up announcing no charges
    • Dismay spills into streets
    • Kenosha shooter's defense portrays him as 'American patriot'
    • COURT PICK: Amy Coney Barrett: Who is Trump's Supreme Court pick?
    • Amy Coney Barrett: A Dream For The Right, Nightmare For The Left
    • ELECTION UPDATE
    • Biden '77% Chance Of Winning'
    • Predicted to take 352 Electoral Votes
    • 'I was Republican gov. I'm voting for Joe'
    • BASTARDS: Joe Biden: "Clap for that you stupid bastards."
    • TAX MAN: NYT: Trump has paid no federal income taxes for much of past two decades
    • Between the economy and coronavirus pandemic, Biden keeps his advantage nationally: POLL
    • DEBATE: 'The Super Bowl' of politics: Why the debate is so crucial for Trump and Biden
    • Trump, Biden will not shake hands at first debate due to COVID-19
    • Tuesday's Presidential Debate: Donald Trump and Joe Biden — What to Expect
    • Biden Roasts Trump on Debate: Not Smart, Doesn't Know Facts
    • Fears grow of chaotic election
    • TRANSFER: Trump Won't Commit to 'Peaceful' Post-Election Transfer of Power
    • Pelosi knocks Trump over refusal to commit to peaceful transfer of power
    • Republicans condemn Trump's refusal to commit to peaceful transfer of power
    • McConnell dismisses Trump's refusal to commit to peaceful transfer

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    59 min
  • 09.21.20. The Critical Hour


    Following the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, questions about her successor add a new layer of complexity to the heated 2020 Election. 

    This week, the FBI makes a statement on Antifa, while the DOJ designates New York an "anarchistic" zone... meanwhile, as the polls continue to show Joe Biden leading Donald Trump, the 2020 election has now become even more complex with the passing of Supreme Court Justice and American Icon Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

    President Trump says he will fill the seat, while Democrats vow to retaliate if he does... at this very critical stage in the 2020 election and, arguably, in history, we wade into this heated fray and look at the possible outcomes, as well as Trump's two leading female nominees, on this edition of Middle Theory.

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    * Brad Hendron
    * Shelly Orlandini
    * Jennie Vongvith
    * Jessica Riley
    * James Malone

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    SHOW NOTES

    * IDEOLOGIES: FBI director says antifa is an ideology, not an organization
    * DOJ Designates New York City as an ‘Anarchist Jurisdiction'
    * ELECTION UPDATE: Why it could be a Biden blowout in November
    * Trump Threatens To Issue Executive Order Preventing Biden From Being Elected President
    * SUSPENDED: Chinese virologist who claimed coronavirus was created in a lab and fled to US has been suspended by Twitter
    * AUDIO: Dr. Li Meng Yan on Tucker Carlson 
    * FLAGGED: Facebook, Instagram Flag Tucker Carlson Virus Posts
    * US virologists dispute Chinese whistleblower's claim that COVID-19 is man-made
    * “Other scientists are making the same… claim that the coronavirus did not come from nature.”
    * INVESTIGATION: Scientists to examine the possibility Covid-19 lea...
    45 min
  • The Critical Hour | 09.21.20.

    Following the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, questions about her successor add a new layer of complexity to the heated 2020 Election.

    This week, the FBI makes a statement on Antifa, while the DOJ designates New York an "anarchistic" zone... meanwhile, as the polls continue to show Joe Biden leading Donald Trump, the 2020 election has now become even more complex with the passing of Supreme Court Justice and American Icon Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

    President Trump says he will fill the seat, while Democrats vow to retaliate if he does... at this very critical stage in the 2020 election and, arguably, in history, we wade into this heated fray and look at the possible outcomes, as well as Trump's two leading female nominees, on this edition of Middle Theory.

    Coronavirus Charities: If you are able, please consider supporting the following charities that are offering relief for those affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Visit our Coronavirus Charities Page to learn more.

    DOLLARS FOR DONUTS

    A special thank you to those who donated to the podcast this week:

    • Brad Hendron
    • Shelly Orlandini
    • Jennie Vongvith
    • Jessica Riley
    • James Malone

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    SHOW NOTES
    • IDEOLOGIES: FBI director says antifa is an ideology, not an organization
    • DOJ Designates New York City as an 'Anarchist Jurisdiction'
    • ELECTION UPDATE: Why it could be a Biden blowout in November
    • Trump Threatens To Issue Executive Order Preventing Biden From Being Elected President
    • SUSPENDED: Chinese virologist who claimed coronavirus was created in a lab and fled to US has been suspended by Twitter
    • AUDIO: Dr. Li Meng Yan on Tucker Carlson
    • FLAGGED: Facebook, Instagram Flag Tucker Carlson Virus Posts
    • US virologists dispute Chinese whistleblower's claim that COVID-19 is man-made
    • "Other scientists are making the same… claim that the coronavirus did not come from nature."
    • INVESTIGATION: Scientists to examine the possibility Covid-19 leaked from a Chinese lab
    • STATEMENT: Lancet Statement on Tracking the Origins of the Virus
    • RBG: Ruth Bader Ginsburg passes away
    • Justice Ginsburg's life was built on character
    • Senate Democrats warn GOP of plans to retaliate if McConnell advances Trump court pick
    • Bill Clinton: 'Superficially hypocritical' for Trump and Republicans to push to fill vacancy
    • Filling Ruth Bader Ginsburg's Supreme Court seat would be a disastrous Republican move
    • OPPOSITION: Murkowski becomes 2nd GOP senator to oppose a vote on Trump Supreme Court nominee before the election
    • THE PICKS: Trump to pick a nominee to fill Ginsburg Supreme Court seat this week and the candidate will be a woman
    • Trump vows to choose a woman to fill Ginsburg's Supreme Court seat
    • Trump's frontrunners for the Supreme Court nomination are a devout Catholic and Cuban-American judge

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    45 min
  • 09.14.20. Toxicity


    Following confirmation of the poisoning of Russian opposition figure and anti-corruption activist Alexei Navalny, we look at international dynamics on the eve of the Russian elections. 

    This week, as we are just 50 days away from the forthcoming U.S. election, it's all eyes on Russia in the aftermath of the poisoning of Russian opposition figure and anti-corruption activist Alexei Navalny. It was confirmed by experts in Germany, France, and other countries that Navalny was poisoned using a Cold War era toxin called Novichok. Russia denies any culpability in the incident, as Navalny remains in Germany under intensive care.

    We examine this incident and its implications for international politics, along with an Election Update and ongoing coverage of the wildfires and storm season in the U.S. on this week's edition of Middle Theory.

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    * Doctors Without Borders: COVID 19
    * Feeding America
    * Meals on Wheels
    * Homeless Shelter Directory

    DOLLARS FOR DONUTS
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    * Edith Wacker
    * Vicky Pinderski
    * Robert Westfall
    * Jon Lipartito

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    SHOW NOTES

    * SPIN CYCLE: 5 Tropical Cyclones In The Atlantic Basin Simultaneously - Is This A Record?
    * FIRE: Trump to meet with California Gov. Newsom; 'elevated' fire conditions today; air quality may not improve until October
    * CONSPIRACY: 911 dispatchers in Oregon flooded with calls about conspiracy theory amplified by QAnon: report
    * ELECTION UPDATE: Biden is favored to win the election
    * Nevada Gov. Sisolak slams Trump for holding big indoor rally, violating state rules
    * Fox News poll shows Trump losing to Biden on "ment...
    41 min
  • Toxicity | 09.14.20.

    Following confirmation of the poisoning of Russian opposition figure and anti-corruption activist Alexei Navalny, we look at international dynamics on the eve of the Russian elections.

    This week, as we are just 50 days away from the forthcoming U.S. election, it's all eyes on Russia in the aftermath of the poisoning of Russian opposition figure and anti-corruption activist Alexei Navalny. It was confirmed by experts in Germany, France, and other countries that Navalny was poisoned using a Cold War era toxin called Novichok. Russia denies any culpability in the incident, as Navalny remains in Germany under intensive care.

    We examine this incident and its implications for international politics, along with an Election Update and ongoing coverage of the wildfires and storm season in the U.S. on this week's edition of Middle Theory.

    Coronavirus Charities: If you are able, please consider supporting the following charities that are offering relief for those affected by the coronavirus pandemic:

    • CDC Foundation Coronavirus Relief
    • No Kid Hungry Responds to Coronavirus
    • Direct Relief: Coronavirus Pandemic
    • American Red Cross: Give Blood
    • Doctors Without Borders: COVID 19
    • Feeding America
    • Meals on Wheels
    • Homeless Shelter Directory
    DOLLARS FOR DONUTS

    A special thank you to those who donated to the podcast this week:

    • Edith Wacker
    • Vicky Pinderski
    • Robert Westfall
    • Jon Lipartito

    If you like Middle Theory and want to help support the show, you can donate to the program here:

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    SHOW NOTES
    • SPIN CYCLE: 5 Tropical Cyclones In The Atlantic Basin Simultaneously - Is This A Record?
    • FIRE: Trump to meet with California Gov. Newsom; 'elevated' fire conditions today; air quality may not improve until October
    • CONSPIRACY: 911 dispatchers in Oregon flooded with calls about conspiracy theory amplified by QAnon: report
    • ELECTION UPDATE: Biden is favored to win the election
    • Nevada Gov. Sisolak slams Trump for holding big indoor rally, violating state rules
    • Fox News poll shows Trump losing to Biden on "mental soundness"
    • TWO-TIMERS: 'Do Not Do What the President Directs': North Carolina AG Warns Against Voting Twice After Trump Tweet
    • FREAK POWER: Transgender Satanist anarchist wins Republican nomination for county sheriff
    • TOXICITY: Russian opposition leader Navalny able to leave his bed
    • What is Novichok?
    • Germany is mulling economic sanctions against Russia. Do they actually work?
    • ELSEWHERE: US starts procedure at UN to reactivate Iran sanctions
    • FLASHBACK: August: Iran sentences 2 men to prison over spying for Germany, Israel and UK
    • MEANWHILE: Russians vote in regional polls overshadowed by Navalny poisoning
    • Kremlin set for election wins, but Navalny supporters make rare gains in Siberia
    • WRAP UP: UAE official calls normalization of ties with Israel 'historic'

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    41 min
  • 09.07.20. The Heat is On


    This week in addition to election news, we examine the devastating wildfires in California, and how the record heat in western states is leading to widespread power shortages. 

    As the chaos of 2020 continues, Labor Day weekend was full of surprises for sports fans, with an upset win at the legendary Kentucky Derby, and an upset tennis player at the U.S. Open following his disqualification. Then getting to our Election Update, we analyze what a variety of polls show about President Donald Trump's popularity, and what the current spread in percentages among likely voters is between him and his Democratic challenger, Joe Biden. Meanwhile, sound bites of both of the presidential contenders show that they appear to have a similar low opinion of each other... elsewhere, more naked protests are underway as social unrest spreads to Rochester, following the death of a black man after he was restrained by police.

    However, with the summer heat in full swing and record temperatures being logged in states like California, we turn our attention to the devastating wildfires occurring in that state, asking what their more widespread effects will be. Although it is hard to argue that climate is a significant contributor to this growing problem, we also ask why the modern state of climate science is such a politically divisive issue, and whether it can't be seen as a bipartisan concern.

    Coronavirus Charities: If you are able, please consider supporting the following charities that are offering relief for those affected by the coronavirus pandemic:

    * CDC Foundation Coronavirus Relief
    * No Kid Hungry Responds to Coronavirus
    * Direct Relief: Coronavirus Pandemic
    * American Red Cross: Give Blood
    * Doctors Without Borders: COVID 19
    * Feeding America
    * Meals on Wheels
    * Homeless Shelter Directory

    DOLLARS FOR DONUTS
    A special thank you to those who donated to the podcast this week:

    * Betty June
    * Daniel Baumberger
    * Richard Dale 
    * Chris Martin
    * Edith Wacker 
    * Daniel Richard
    * Grimerica
    * Connie Fletcher
    * Brian Davis
    * Robert Walshe
    * Mark Hankins II 

    If you like Middle Theory and want to help support the show, you can donate to the program here:


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    SHOW NOTES

    * AUTHENTIC UPSET: Authentic Wins 2020 Kentucky Derby
    * YOU’RE DJOKING: Djokovic out of US Open after hitting judge with ball
    * World No 1 fumes at umpire for decision
    * ELECTION UPDATE: 538: Daily presidential tracking polls
    ...
    48 min
  • The Heat is On | 09.07.20.

    This week in addition to election news, we examine the devastating wildfires in California, and how record temperatures are leading to widespread power shortages.

    As the chaos of 2020 continues, Labor Day weekend was full of surprises for sports fans, with an upset win at the legendary Kentucky Derby, and an upset tennis player at the U.S. Open following his disqualification. Then getting to our Election Update, we analyze what a variety of polls show about President Donald Trump's popularity, and what the current spread in percentages among likely voters is between him and his Democratic challenger, Joe Biden. Meanwhile, sound bites of both of the presidential contenders show that they appear to have a similar low opinion of each other... elsewhere, more naked protests are underway as social unrest spreads to Rochester, following the death of a black man after he was restrained by police.

    However, with the summer heat in full swing and record temperatures being logged in states like California, we turn our attention to the devastating wildfires occurring in that state, asking what their more widespread effects will be. Although it is hard to argue that climate is a significant contributor to this growing problem, we also ask why the modern state of climate science is such a politically divisive issue, and whether it can't be seen as a bipartisan concern.

    Coronavirus Charities: If you are able, please consider supporting the following charities that are offering relief for those affected by the coronavirus pandemic:

    • CDC Foundation Coronavirus Relief
    • No Kid Hungry Responds to Coronavirus
    • Direct Relief: Coronavirus Pandemic
    • American Red Cross: Give Blood
    • Doctors Without Borders: COVID 19
    • Feeding America
    • Meals on Wheels
    • Homeless Shelter Directory
    DOLLARS FOR DONUTS

    A special thank you to those who donated to the podcast this week:

    • Betty June
    • Daniel Baumberger
    • Richard Dale
    • Chris Martin
    • Edith Wacker
    • Daniel Richard
    • Grimerica
    • Connie Fletcher
    • Brian Davis
    • Robert Walshe
    • Mark Hankins II

    If you like Middle Theory and want to help support the show, you can donate to the program here:

    We also offer SUBSCRIPTION accounts for those who would like to make recurring monthly payments to Middle Theory. If you would prefer to SUBSCRIBE to the program, click here to visit our DONATES page, and scroll down below the primary DONATE button.

    SHOW NOTES

    AUTHENTIC UPSET: Authentic Wins 2020 Kentucky Derby

    YOU'RE DJOKING: Djokovic out of US Open after hitting judge with ball

    World No 1 fumes at umpire for decision

    ELECTION UPDATE: 538: Daily presidential tracking polls

    National President: general election Polls

    USC Dornsife - Election 2020 | Understanding America Study

    STUPIDITY: Biden's a stupid person. You know that: President Trump on Labor Day

    FLASHBACK: Biden called Trump stupid last year

    NAKED AND UNAFRAID: Naked protesters demand action after Daniel Prude's killing

    What is a "spit hood"?

    PORTLAND: Protesters light fire near Portland police precinct

    MID: THE HEAT IS ON: 121℉: Weather service records hottest temp on record in LA County

    San Fran shatters 1904 heat record by 8 degrees

    California Turns Into Furnace

    Grid operator warns of rotating power outages in record heat wave

    THE BIG REVEAL: Pyrotechnic device at gender reveal party blamed for wildfire in California

    WRAP UP: Assange faces 18 new charges as he appears in court to fight US extradition

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    48 min

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