White House says Russia knew about Khan Sheikhoun attack
Officials say they have high confidence Syria used a Sarin munition in Khan Sheikhoun killing about 86. They accuse Russia and Syria of a disinformation campaign to doubt responsibility. Mattis and Votel stopped short of linking Russia directly, while Tillerson met Lavrov in Moscow to discuss the incident.
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Spicer draws Hitler remark amid Syria gas attack briefing
White House spokesperson Sean Spicer sparked online outrage by saying Hitler did not use chemical weapons during a briefing on the April 4 Syria gas attack that killed 87. He later sought to clarify that he did not diminish the Holocaust and aimed to distinguish air delivered chemical weapons from the Assad regime’s actions.
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FBI monitored Trump adviser through secret court order
The FBI obtained a Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act warrant last summer to monitor Carter Page, a adviser to Donald Trump, as part of a probe into possible links between Russia and the campaign. Officials say the order shows probable cause Page acted as a foreign power’s agent. Page has denied wrongdoing and no charges have been filed.
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Penn State warns Greek life could end over rule violations
Penn State President Eric Barron warned that the end of Greek life is possible if rule-breaking continues after a student’s death at a fraternity house. Nine of 82 Greek groups violated at least one rule during a Parents Weekend. Sigma Alpha Mu was the worst offender with extensive underage drinking and unlicensed service.
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J Geils Band founder J Geils dead at 71 in Groton
John Warren Geils Jr known as J Geils and founder of the J Geils Band was found dead at his Groton Massachusetts home. Preliminary police say death due to natural causes. The guitarist and bandleader helped propel Freeze Frame to No 1 for four weeks in 1983 and Centerfold to six weeks atop the charts.
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