New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has accused the Democratic party of failing America, describing the Democratic plan as “whistling a happy tune” while driving America “off a fiscal cliff.” Christie gave the keynote address Tuesday to close the first full day of the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Florida. On the day Mitt Romney secured […]
NJ Governor Chris Christie Addresses Republican Convention to Close First Full Day
Posted August 28th, 2012 at 11:40 pm (UTC-5)
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Republican Platform Vows Tax Reform, Repeal of Obamacare
Posted August 28th, 2012 at 10:55 pm (UTC-5)
Republicans have approved a party platform at their national convention in Tampa, Florida, that would ban all abortions and gay marriages and reject federal spending as a way to help the nation’s ailing economy and create jobs. The platform says congressional Republicans are committed to repealing the Affordable Care Act, known as Obamacare, adding that […]
Ann Romney Speaks to Republican Party
Posted August 28th, 2012 at 10:50 pm (UTC-5)
The wife of U.S. Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney is asking the country to give her husband the chance to lead the United States “to a better place.” Ann Romney used her speech at the Republican National Convention Tuesday night to promote her husband’s accomplishments as a businessman, governor of Massachusetts and leader in the […]
Romney Secures Republican Presidential Nomination
Posted August 28th, 2012 at 10:30 pm (UTC-5)
Republican presidential hopeful Mitt Romney has secured his party’s nomination to run for the highest office in the United States. During roll call late Tuesday, Republican party delegates from across the country cast the more than 1,144 votes needed for Mr. Romney, the former Massachusetts governor. Fellow Republican presidential candidate, Texas Representative Ron Paul, also […]
Hurricane Isaac Hits US Coast, Louisiana
Posted August 28th, 2012 at 8:20 pm (UTC-5)
Hurricane Isaac has made landfall, slamming into the southeastern coast of Lousiana. The National Hurricane Center said the powerful storm came ashore late Tuesday bringing sustained winds of 130 kilometers per hour. Forecasters also warned of dangerous storm surges along the northern U.S. Gulf Coast. Earlier, forecasters reported flooding along low-lying areas along the coast. […]
Hurricane Isaac Nearing US Coast, Flooding Reported
Posted August 28th, 2012 at 7:35 pm (UTC-5)
Parts of the U.S. Gulf Coast are starting to flood as Hurricane Isaac edges closer to landfall. The National Hurricane Center says the center of the storm is nearing the coast of Louisiana, flooding some low-lying areas. Forecasters warn that rising water likely will threaten other low-lying areas in the coming hours. They say some […]
Pirates Attack Oil-Carrying Vessel Off Togo
Posted August 28th, 2012 at 7:25 pm (UTC-5)
A Greek-operated oil tanker has disappeared from sight after being attacked by pirates off the coast of Togo. Togolese military officials say their forces engaged the pirates in gunfire after the attack Tuesday, but the pirates escaped. Togo’s army chief, Atcha Titikpina, told reporters the ship was headed for neighboring Benin when it disappeared from […]
Republican Platform Vows Tax Reform, Repeal of Obamacare
Posted August 28th, 2012 at 6:55 pm (UTC-5)
Republicans have approved a toughly-worded party platform at their national convention in Tampa, Florida that would ban all abortions and gay marriages and reject federal spending as a way to help the nation’s ailing economy and create jobs. The platform says congressional Republicans are committed to repealing the Affordable Care Act, known as Obamacare, adding […]
Warnings, Worries as Hurricane Isaac Moves Toward Landfall
Posted August 28th, 2012 at 6:50 pm (UTC-5)
Hurricane Isaac is churning toward the U.S. Gulf Coast, sparking new warnings for residents in its path. President Barack Obama urged residents Tuesday to get out of the way, saying, “Now is not the time to tempt fate” and dismiss official warnings. The president declared states of emergency for Louisiana and Mississippi, making both states […]
Obama Hikes Fuel Efficiency for New Cars
Posted August 28th, 2012 at 6:45 pm (UTC-5)
The White House has finalized plans to nearly double fuel efficiency for cars and small trucks by 2025. Under the new standards announced Tuesday, U.S.-built vehicles will get at least 88 kilometers for every 4 liters of gasoline. The new rules will cover cars and light trucks built between 2017 and 2025. President Barack Obama […]
