Palestinian protesters clashed with Israeli police in Jerusalem on Saturday as violent fallout continued in response to President Donald Trumps recognition of the holy city as Israel’s capital. (Dec. 9)
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Today in History for December 9th
Britain’s Prince Charles and Princess Diana announce they are separating; The Charge of the Light Brigade – is published in Britain; Solidarity union leader Lech Walesa is elected president in Poland; Actor Kirk Douglas is born.(Dec. 9)
Trump: ‘Get out and vote for Roy Moore’
President Trump on Friday urged voters to elect a Republican Senate candidate in Alabama who has been dogged by allegations of sexual misconduct, warning that America “cannot afford” to have a Democrat win the hard-fought campaign instead. (Dec. 8)
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Japanese pitcher-hitter Shohei Ohtani chooses the LA Angels
Japanese star Shohei Ohtani is bringing his arm and bat to the Los Angeles Angels, pairing him with 2-time MVP Mike Trout.
USOC aims to go to Olympics unless ‘physically impossible’
USOC leader wants to take team to Olympics unless it’s ‘legally or physically impossible’
Elderly Pittsburgh man kills intruder
An 84-year-old Pennsylvania man used a handgun that he keeps under his pillow to fatally shoot a home intruder and successfully fight off another early Friday, police said. (Dec. 8)
‘Especially Special’ Hanukkah at the White House
President Donald Trump is celebrated an “especially special” Hanukkah at the White House a day after declaring Jerusalem Israel’s capital and setting off criticism and clashes. (Dec 8)
Brandon Ingram’s game-winner lifts Lakers over 76ers
76ers rookie Ben Simmons had a triple-double on the night, the third of his career.
Mark Hamill loves teasing ‘Star Wars’ fans
Actors Mark Hamill, John Boyega and director Rian Johnson talk about putting ‘The Force Awakens’ characters “through a meat grinder” in the latest ‘Star Wars’ adventure, ‘The Last Jedi.’ (Dec. 7)
Flaherty, No. 24 Michigan women hold off Marquette 82-76
Katelynn Flaherty scored seven of her 27 points in the final two minutes and No. 24 Michigan took the lead in the third quarter before holding off Marquette 82-76