## Library of Congress Staff Turn Away New MAGA Bosses

Authored by thedailybeast.com

Two Justice Department officials were denied access to the Library of Congress on Monday, causing a brief standoff on Capitol Hill.

The two officials—Paul Perkins, an associate deputy attorney general, and Brian Nieves, a deputy chief of staff and senior policy counsel—were seeking access to the U.S.

Blanche, the deputy attorney general, was named acting librarian of Congress by President Donald Trump on Monday—an appointment that would have to be confirmed by the Senate.

The president name his lead defense lawyer from his criminal trial last year, Todd Blanche (R), as acting Librarian of Congress.

Representatives at the Justice Department and Library of Congress did not immediately respond to the Daily Beast‘s request for comment.

The president launched an overhaul of the library last week after dismissing former Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden on Thursday.

Despite Trump’s appointment of Blanche, library staff have reportedly been recognizing Robert Newlen as their interim replacement instead, according to The Times’ sources. »

### The Sinking City Remastered in UE5 Gets Surprise Launch Today; Frogwares Promises Big Things for the Franchise

Authored by wccftech.com

Ukrainian game developer Frogwares surprised its fans today with the sudden launch of The Sinking City Remastered on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S|X.

We plan to do big things with The Sinking City IP, starting with the sequel and then beyond.

As a reminder, The Sinking City 2 will be a full-fledged survival horror game with greater emphasis on combat. »

### India-Pakistan tensions: Donald Trump's Kashmir mediation offer puts India in a tight spot

Authored by bbc.com

Those in the know, then, are not surprised that US President Donald Trump - known for his unorthodox diplomacy - has touched a raw nerve in Delhi.

The Kashmir dispute dates back to 1947, when India got independence from British rule and was partitioned to create Pakistan.

India treats Kashmir as an integral part of its territory and rules out any negotiation, particularly through a third party. »

### Man died of ‘blunt force injuries’ at US zoo after suspected kangaroo fight

Authored by theguardian.com

Officials in South Carolina are investigating the death of a man who was believed to have been killed while fighting a kangaroo in an enclosure at a children’s petting zoo.

Eric Slate, 52, died of “multiple blunt [force] injuries”, according to Tamara Willard, the chief deputy coroner of Horry county, as reported by WPDE News.

“Your memory will live on, your voice will be heard, and Jack (your buddy, the kangaroo) will be fine,” he wrote. »

### Philippines election result: Marcos' hold on senate grows shaky while Duterte wins mayor race

Authored by bbc.com

Meanwhile his rival, former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte who is detained in The Hague over his drug war that killed thousands, has been elected mayor of his family's stronghold.

The fate of his daughter Vice President Sara Duterte, who is facing an impeachment trial, remains in the balance.

His youngest son, Sebastian, the incumbent mayor, was elected vice-mayor, meaning he can discharge his father's duties in his absence. »

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