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PORTLAND - The protests that erupted in Portland after George Floyd’s killing nearly 100 days ago have evolved into a seemingly constant battle between progressives and far-right groups while highlighting long-standing racial tensions in Oregon. The protests drag on even as street demonstrations in other U.S. cities have waned, and some civic leaders say they have been spurred rather than quelled by the deployment of federal troops in July. Marked by clashes between right- and left-wing protesters, caravans of people supporting U.S. President Donald Trump have squared off on the streets against counter-protesters with deadly results. The tensions have roiled downtown Portland, the Pacific northwestern enclave with a reputation as a liberal city, every night for nearly three months. “If you have a place that’s perceived as progressive, very liberal, and then you have people who might have a different perspective, this is (seen as) the place where you can ‘battle it out,’” said Shirley

PORTLAND, Ore. - Police shot and killed a self-declared anti-fascist activist in Washington state on Thursday night as they moved in to arrest him on suspicion he fatally shot a right-wing counterprotester last weekend in Portland, Oregon, officials said. Michael Reinoehl, 48, wanted on a murder charge, was armed with a semi-automatic handgun when members of a U.S. Marshals Service fugitive task force shot him dead outside an apartment complex in suburban Olympia, Washington, according to the Marshals Service and the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office. His sister, who asked not to be named, said her “estranged” brother believed the United States “was going to war.” “He believed the war was here, and look at where that got him; where it got us,” she told Reuters in a text message. “Two men are dead. He is one of them. Two families have been thrown into chaos, and everyone seems more up in arms than ever. I believe in something different. I believe the peaceful majority are stronger than

WASHINGTON - China has taken the most active role among countries seeking to interfere in the U.S. election and has the biggest program to influence domestic politics, U.S. national security adviser Robert O’Brien said on Friday, without providing any details. “We know the Chinese have taken the most active role,” O’Brien told reporters at a briefing. He said China had “had the most massive program to influence the United States politically,” followed by Iran and then Russia. U.S. intelligence found that Russia orchestrated a cyber campaign to sway the 2016 presidential election in Republican Donald Trump’s favor and there have been reports hackers may try to influence the election on Nov. 3. Moscow has denied interfering in 2016. “We’ve made it very clear to the Chinese, to the Russians, to the Iranians and others that haven’t been publicly disclosed that anyone ... that attempts to interfere with the American elections will face extraordinary consequences,” O’Brien said. Trump-appo

In 2014, Chris Hemsworth and wife Elsa Pataky swapped the bright lights of Hollywood for a quieter life in the idyllic Byron Bay. And on Friday, Thor star Chris was spotted doting on his children as he picked them up from school and took them to a playdate with friends.   The 37-year-old showed off his buff physique and bulging biceps in a T-shirt and was spotted holding hands with his children as they crossed a busy road. So sweet: Chris Hemsworth was every inch the doting dad on Friday, as he took his children for an after school playdate in Byron Bay Chris cut a casual figure in his T-shirt, a pair of black shorts and beige runners. The Hollywood heavyweight teamed the look with dark sunglasses and a cap.  He seemed relaxed on the outing and was seen talking to a Byron Bay local, presumably another parent.   Safety first: The 37-year-old showed off his buff physique and bulging biceps in a T-shirt and was spotted holding hands with his children as they crossed a busy road Relaxed: H

Iggy Azalea has collaborated with many different artists over her career. But on Friday, she managed to surprise even her most loyal fans by posing for a photo with teenage superstar JoJo Siwa. In a photo shared to Twitter, Iggy and R&B singer Tinashe are all smiles as they pose between a grinning JoJo. All smiles! Iggy Azalea, JoJo Siwa, and Tinashe posed for a photo together inside of JoJo's house this week The image was taken inside the mansion where the 17-year-old films many of her YouTube and TikTok videos. Interestingly enough, Iggy and Tinashe weren't the only celebrities in JoJo's house over the last few days. On Friday, 90 Day Fiancé star Angela Deem also shared a photo of herself inside the young mogul's house. Strange bedfellows! On Friday, 90 Day Fiancé star Angela Deem also shared a photo of herself inside the young mogul's house Iggy and Tinashe recently teamed up for a song together, Dance Like Nobody's Watching. In the music video for the tr

Queensland recorded just one new COVID-19 case in the past 24 hours, as Annastacia Palaszczuk refuses to reopen the state's borders.  The one new case of COVID-19 in Queensland is a close contact of a known case.  The state is keeping a tight-grip on any potential COVID-19 outbreaks, with prison officers forced to only go to work and home or face a hefty fine.   Prison officers risk being slapped with a $13,345 if they break their 'COVID-19 jail bubble' following unrest at Brisbane's Arthur Gorrie Correctional Centre.  Two staff members tested positive to COVID-19 forcing the centre and other jails in Queensland to be locked down.  Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk refuses to reopen the state's borders despite recording one COVID-19 case overnight (pictured at the Gabba in Brisbane) Two staff members tested positive to COVID-19 at Brisbane's Arthur Gorrie Correctional Centre forcing the it and other jails in Queensland to be locked down  An instruction l

Julianne Hough has been keeping busy as Hollywood resumes business and she gets to work on her fitness brand. But the celebrity dancer will always have time for family, especially if it means a girls' day with her favorite girl. She teased some leg Monday in a chic long-sleeve jade green midi dress with a thigh-high leg slit, as she stepped out for lunch with mom Marriann in Los Angeles. Mama's girl: Julianne Hough teased some leg Monday in a chic long-sleeve jade green midi dress with a thigh-high leg slit, as she stepped out for lunch with mom Marriann in Los Angeles The 32-year-old complemented the look with some strappy white leather sandals, which brought out the white polka print of the dress. She finished the ensemble with a disposable face mask, while carrying a tan leather tote bag over her shoulder. Julianne previously took to her Instagram Story with a glimpse at her morning routine, which included lemon water, 'morning pages,' breathwork, meditation and work

A nine-year-old boy in Victoria has become the first Australian child to be struck down with a rare coronavirus-related illness - PIMS-TS. He is now fighting for life after being admitted to Monash Hospital in Melbourne's southeast.  PIMS-TS causes blood vessels in the body to swell which can trigger a rash, shock, severe fever, diarrhoea, vomiting and heart complications. The Victorian health department's Better Safe Care has now sent out an alert advising paediatric and emergency staff to be on the lookout for PIMS-TS in children who present to hospital with COVID-19. Emergency departments in the UK reported 78 cases of the disease in April and May. With health authorities across the world on alert for the disease, cases were also found in France, Switzerland, Spain and the US. PIMS-TS normally appears two to six weeks after contracting COVID-19 with the average age of patients being just 11 years old. A nine-year-old boy in Victoria has become the first Australian child to b

Megan Thee Stallion showed off her famous curves in a cherry red thong bikini on her Instagram page this Friday. The 25-year-old rap star declared that 'like water I’m unbothered and relaxinnn' as she lounged in her infinity pool. Her album also included a picture of her standing up in the water whilst facing out toward a breathtaking ocean view. Sizzling sensation: Megan Thee Stallion showed off her famous curves in a cherry red thong bikini on her Instagram page this Friday Beyonce's mother Tina Lawson gushed in the comments: 'Relax you 'be earned it looking hot and bootylicious doing it.' Megan in turn swung by her Insta Stories this Friday to wish Beyonce a happy birthday as the Black Is King star turned 39. She also posted a black and white picture with the birthday girl along with Blue Ivy, Beyonce's eight-year-old daughter by her husband Jay-Z. 'Happy birthday to the mf queen !!!! I will never forget the day I met you �� I was so nervous I didn’t

SoftBank made significant option purchases during the run-up in the U.S. stock market in recent weeks as a way of temporarily investing some proceeds from asset sales, people familiar with the matter said on Friday. Investors had been speculating about the 'Nasdaq whale' conducting massive options purchases. Now, sources tell the Wall Street Journal that SoftBank purchased some $4 billion in options contracts controlling $50 billion worth of tech shares. The trades were revealed just as Wall Street's runaway technology-led rally came to a screeching halt, with the Nasdaq plunging 5 percent on Thursday and dropping another 2.5 percent on Friday.  The index remains well above its March lows, and SoftBank's positions are not believed to have caused the drop-off, which most market watchers are calling simple position squaring. In August, SoftBank Chief Executive Masayoshi Son had announced a new investment management subsidiary that would park excess cash from a massive ass

A swarm of anti-lockdown protesters have been taken away in handcuffs after clashing with over-zealous police officers during a planned rally in Melbourne on Saturday. Hundreds turned up to the 'Freedom Day' marches in the coronavirus-riddled city - demanding an end to the state's Stage Four Restrictions. Those in attendance - with many refusing to wear a face mask - were quickly knocked back by a hoard of officers as a large number were arrested for breaching public health orders. Dramatic footage shows demonstrators lying on the ground while officers struggled to detain them. One crowd faced off with police on horseback as the chant 'Freedom' rang out outside the Shrine of Remembrance.  Anti-lockdown protesters were bombarded with police outside the Shrine of Remembrance on Saturday One man is seen caught in a scuffle with a Victorian police officer during the protest Ralliers were warned a large police presence would be seen if they attended the protests which de

The Australian sisters behind a multi-million-dollar beach empire have launched a new $44 towel that repels sand - and it's already selling out across the world.   The towel is different to thousands of others on the market, insofar as it is made with a flat-woven top that actively repels sand when it comes into contact with it. Scroll down for video  The sisters behind a multi-million-dollar beach empire have launched a new $44 towel that repels sand - and it's already selling out across the world (the towel pictured) Emma Henderson 35, and Victoria Beattie, 33, from The Beach People launched the Sand-Free Cabana Beach Towel weeks ago, but have already been inundated with demand It is also fade-resistant, made with 100 per cent cotton and is ultra-absorbent, meaning you can still dry off from beach days in record time.  'Our team have worked together over the last two years to develop a patent pending construction that is unlike anything else on the market,' The Beach