IOC sanctions exclude Russia from flag and anthem at Olympics
The IOC barred the Russian flag and anthem at the Games, designating athletes as Independent Olympic Participants or Independent Olympic Athletes, with 25 Sochi results already disqualified and bans imposed on officials linked to the doping scheme. The process remains complicated as the panel weighs eligibility and potential ROC reinstatement at the closing ceremony.
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Court arguments swirl over wedding cake free speech issue
The Supreme Court weighs whether a bakery can refuse to design a same sex wedding cake without violating anti discrimination laws. Justices clash on whether cake artistry is speech and whether exemptions could expand to florists, hair stylists, or funerals. Concerns are raised about broader implications for race and other civil rights.
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Conyers resigns amid harassment claims ending long career
U S Representative John Conyers III faces succession after he retires from Congress effective Tuesday amid a spike in sexual harassment allegations. He endorses his son to replace him. lawmakers react with surprise and concern. He cites due process concerns and plans to retire early in 2019, while facing an Ethics Committee probe.
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Trump plans moving US Embassy to Jerusalem
President Trump will begin the process to relocate the US Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, a step tied to a 1995 law. The move faces opposition from the Palestinian Authority and many Arab states, while Israel supports recognizing Jerusalem as its capital.
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