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Trump Threatens to Skip Remaining Debates If Hillary Is There
- September 29, 2016
Trump wisely didn't call out Holt because it would have looked like whining, but facts are facts; Holt is clearly a liberal who supports Hillary. In Morning Consult's previous poll , Trump led Clinton 39 to 38. So she'll win among conscientious viewers who stuck it out to the bitter end (and it did get bitter, with Trump congratulating himself for not sliming her with Bill's philandering, which of course was a way of sliming her) while he may win among low-attention-span ... (more...)
- September 29, 2016
Trump wisely didn't call out Holt because it would have looked like whining, but facts are facts; Holt is clearly a liberal who supports Hillary. In Morning Consult's previous poll , Trump led Clinton 39 to 38. So she'll win among conscientious viewers who stuck it out to the bitter end (and it did get bitter, with Trump congratulating himself for not sliming her with Bill's philandering, which of course was a way of sliming her) while he may win among low-attention-span ... (more...)
Modi accused Pakistan of trying to destabilise Asia by exporting terrorism
- September 29, 2016
The situation in Kashmir demanded a responsible and realistic response, but "unfortunately, India is acting in a highly irresponsible manner", Jilani said . In her speech before the U.N. General Assembly, Sushma Swaraj also rejected accusations made by Pakistan's prime minister from the same podium last week that India violates human rights, calling them "baseless". (more...)
- September 29, 2016
The situation in Kashmir demanded a responsible and realistic response, but "unfortunately, India is acting in a highly irresponsible manner", Jilani said . In her speech before the U.N. General Assembly, Sushma Swaraj also rejected accusations made by Pakistan's prime minister from the same podium last week that India violates human rights, calling them "baseless". (more...)
Obama Gathers World Leaders To Pledge Billions In Refugee Aid
- September 29, 2016
Most of the meeting was devoted to security and intelligence, the Israeli said, including discussing Syria and Iran. Criticized for not doing enough to help desperate people fleeing their countries because of war and or for other reasons, Obama was hosting a refugee summit Tuesday with the leaders of Jordan, Mexico, Sweden, Germany, Canada and Ethiopia, along with U.N. (more...)
- September 29, 2016
Most of the meeting was devoted to security and intelligence, the Israeli said, including discussing Syria and Iran. Criticized for not doing enough to help desperate people fleeing their countries because of war and or for other reasons, Obama was hosting a refugee summit Tuesday with the leaders of Jordan, Mexico, Sweden, Germany, Canada and Ethiopia, along with U.N. (more...)
Million Syrians Without Water in Aleppo
- September 29, 2016
In this photo provided by the Syria Civil Defense White Helmets, rescue workers respond following an airstrike in the al-Sakhour neighborhood of a rebel-held part of eastern Aleppo, Syria, Sept. But U.S. officials said there was no point returning to a situation in which rebels would be pressed to hold fire while the Syrian and Russian military could violate the agreement. (more...)
- September 29, 2016
In this photo provided by the Syria Civil Defense White Helmets, rescue workers respond following an airstrike in the al-Sakhour neighborhood of a rebel-held part of eastern Aleppo, Syria, Sept. But U.S. officials said there was no point returning to a situation in which rebels would be pressed to hold fire while the Syrian and Russian military could violate the agreement. (more...)
Duterte to open Philippines to China, Russia alliance
- September 29, 2016
Since winning the May 9 election, Duterte has declared that his administration would pursue an "independent foreign policy" in which Manila does not rely on Washington, and has even called for the withdrawal of USA special forces from southern Mindanao region. (more...)
- September 29, 2016
Since winning the May 9 election, Duterte has declared that his administration would pursue an "independent foreign policy" in which Manila does not rely on Washington, and has even called for the withdrawal of USA special forces from southern Mindanao region. (more...)
Texas Tech using 2015 game as motivation for Kansas
- September 29, 2016
So far this season, he completed 68.6 percent of his passes and has thrown for five touchdowns. Texas Tech's defense has been bad to start off the season. Both Kingsbury and Beaty worked together coaching for Texas A&M before they went their separate ways. However, it will be important for them to play clean when this team hits the heart of Big 12 Conference play. (more...)
- September 29, 2016
So far this season, he completed 68.6 percent of his passes and has thrown for five touchdowns. Texas Tech's defense has been bad to start off the season. Both Kingsbury and Beaty worked together coaching for Texas A&M before they went their separate ways. However, it will be important for them to play clean when this team hits the heart of Big 12 Conference play. (more...)
Pak, India should resolve Kashmir dispute:Ban to Sharif
- September 29, 2016
The land of Taxila in Pakistan, that was one of the greatest learning centers in the world is now the "Ivy League of terrorism". Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar summoned Pakistan High Commissioner Abdul Basit and told him that latest terrorist attack in Uri only underlines that the infrastructure of terrorism in Pakistan remains active. (more...)
- September 29, 2016
The land of Taxila in Pakistan, that was one of the greatest learning centers in the world is now the "Ivy League of terrorism". Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar summoned Pakistan High Commissioner Abdul Basit and told him that latest terrorist attack in Uri only underlines that the infrastructure of terrorism in Pakistan remains active. (more...)
China urges Pakistan, India to solve differences over disputed Kashmir
- September 29, 2016
She said that world powers are also trying to normalise India-Pak relations. Earlier, the Pakistan Prime Minister's Advisor on Foreign Affairs, Sartaj Aziz, said an attempt by India to block water to Pakistan could be seen as "an act of war". (more...)
- September 29, 2016
She said that world powers are also trying to normalise India-Pak relations. Earlier, the Pakistan Prime Minister's Advisor on Foreign Affairs, Sartaj Aziz, said an attempt by India to block water to Pakistan could be seen as "an act of war". (more...)
Documents: Wash. mall shooting suspect confessed
- September 29, 2016
In Oak Harbor, the shooter is in police custody after a 24-hour manhunt. According to Francis, investigators Sunday executed a search warrant at Cetin's home where they collected "personal documents, electronic devices, and other evidence". (more...)
- September 29, 2016
In Oak Harbor, the shooter is in police custody after a 24-hour manhunt. According to Francis, investigators Sunday executed a search warrant at Cetin's home where they collected "personal documents, electronic devices, and other evidence". (more...)
Baby escapes fatal defect courtesy "third genetic parent"
- September 29, 2016
While she is healthy , Leigh syndrome was the culprit for the deaths of her first two children. According to the Washington Post , a technique involving transfers of donor DNA was pioneered in the U.S.in the 1990s but was banned after fewer than 100 babies were born. (more...)
- September 29, 2016
While she is healthy , Leigh syndrome was the culprit for the deaths of her first two children. According to the Washington Post , a technique involving transfers of donor DNA was pioneered in the U.S.in the 1990s but was banned after fewer than 100 babies were born. (more...)
Investigators name two Russian speakers in connection with MH17 tragedy
- September 29, 2016
A Dutch-led team of worldwide investigators has concluded that Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 , which crashed in July 2014, was shot down by a Russian Buk missile that had been transferred into rebel-held eastern Ukraine. He also disputed the report. "This will be a matter for the long haul", said the report, which was unveiled Wednesday at a news conference in the Netherlands. (more...)
- September 29, 2016
A Dutch-led team of worldwide investigators has concluded that Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 , which crashed in July 2014, was shot down by a Russian Buk missile that had been transferred into rebel-held eastern Ukraine. He also disputed the report. "This will be a matter for the long haul", said the report, which was unveiled Wednesday at a news conference in the Netherlands. (more...)
Reports Of A Possible Shooting At South Carolina Elementary School
- September 29, 2016
One suspect was in custody, according to Lt. Sheila Cole of the Anderson County Sheriff's Office. After the 14-year-old boy began shooting, volunteer firefighter Jamie Brock pinned him down while staff led children to safety inside the building, Anderson County emergency services director Taylor Jones said in a news conference. (more...)
- September 29, 2016
One suspect was in custody, according to Lt. Sheila Cole of the Anderson County Sheriff's Office. After the 14-year-old boy began shooting, volunteer firefighter Jamie Brock pinned him down while staff led children to safety inside the building, Anderson County emergency services director Taylor Jones said in a news conference. (more...)
Pakistan demands worldwide probe into Uri attack
- September 29, 2016
He accused Pakistan was the "sole exporter of terror" across the globe. India has been successful in isolating you. Congress leader Manish Tewari said, "Prime Minister has suddenly started lecturing the people of Pakistan about its new developmental imperatives". (more...)
- September 29, 2016
He accused Pakistan was the "sole exporter of terror" across the globe. India has been successful in isolating you. Congress leader Manish Tewari said, "Prime Minister has suddenly started lecturing the people of Pakistan about its new developmental imperatives". (more...)
3 in custody in California triple slaying
- September 29, 2016
Katlynn Godwill Yost, 17, was previously listed as missing/at-risk, was also located unharmed, police said. "It's even more of a tragedy when children are involved". They have not released details on their cause of death or their identities. One of the family's neighbors, Amber Weinmueller, said they were unsure who was responsible for this crime and if the suspects are still on the loose. (more...)
- September 29, 2016
Katlynn Godwill Yost, 17, was previously listed as missing/at-risk, was also located unharmed, police said. "It's even more of a tragedy when children are involved". They have not released details on their cause of death or their identities. One of the family's neighbors, Amber Weinmueller, said they were unsure who was responsible for this crime and if the suspects are still on the loose. (more...)
No Shutdown: Senate Passes Measure To Fund Government Until December
- September 29, 2016
The bill caps months of wrangling over money to fight the mosquito-borne Zika virus . But Speaker Paul Ryan, R-Wis., and Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., reached a deal in the House that saved the Senate legislation by tabling the Flint issue until after the election. (more...)
- September 29, 2016
The bill caps months of wrangling over money to fight the mosquito-borne Zika virus . But Speaker Paul Ryan, R-Wis., and Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., reached a deal in the House that saved the Senate legislation by tabling the Flint issue until after the election. (more...)
Four countries not to attend SAARC Summit
- September 29, 2016
The day after India dramatically pulled out of the scheduled SAARC meet in Islamabad in the aftermath of the Uri terror attack, three other SAARC countries - Bangladesh, Afghanistan and Bhutan - followed suit, expressing solidarity with India's diplomatic efforts to isolate Pakistan. (more...)
- September 29, 2016
The day after India dramatically pulled out of the scheduled SAARC meet in Islamabad in the aftermath of the Uri terror attack, three other SAARC countries - Bangladesh, Afghanistan and Bhutan - followed suit, expressing solidarity with India's diplomatic efforts to isolate Pakistan. (more...)
Boko Haram leader appears on video after Nigeria said wounded him
- September 29, 2016
Boko Haram has killed at least eight soldiers in two attacks in northeastern Nigeria while more than two dozen fighters also died, according to the military. Barnawi, once a protege of Shekau, has criticised his former mentor for his indiscriminate killing of civilians - majority fellow Muslims. It controlled a swathe of land in northeast Nigeria around the size of Belgium at the end of 2014 but was pushed out by Nigerian troops, aided by soldiers from neighboring countries, early a ... (more...)
- September 29, 2016
Boko Haram has killed at least eight soldiers in two attacks in northeastern Nigeria while more than two dozen fighters also died, according to the military. Barnawi, once a protege of Shekau, has criticised his former mentor for his indiscriminate killing of civilians - majority fellow Muslims. It controlled a swathe of land in northeast Nigeria around the size of Belgium at the end of 2014 but was pushed out by Nigerian troops, aided by soldiers from neighboring countries, early a ... (more...)
American Jewish community, politicians laud record US-Israel defense deal
- September 29, 2016
After 10 months of negotiations, The United States and Israel have finally agreed on one of the largest military aid packages in modern times. U.S. and Israeli officials said it would be signed on Wednesday (Thursday in Manila) in the Treaty Room of the State Department in Washington . (more...)
- September 29, 2016
After 10 months of negotiations, The United States and Israel have finally agreed on one of the largest military aid packages in modern times. U.S. and Israeli officials said it would be signed on Wednesday (Thursday in Manila) in the Treaty Room of the State Department in Washington . (more...)
Corruption charges unveiled in New York
- September 29, 2016
According to the federal complaint, Percoco took more than $315,000 in bribes from 2012 through 2016 to Syracuse-based COR Development and Competitive Power Ventures , an energy company with state business. They said Kaloyeros, who oversaw the application process for numerous state grants, retained Howe to help him, and Howe in turn solicited and received bribes. (more...)
- September 29, 2016
According to the federal complaint, Percoco took more than $315,000 in bribes from 2012 through 2016 to Syracuse-based COR Development and Competitive Power Ventures , an energy company with state business. They said Kaloyeros, who oversaw the application process for numerous state grants, retained Howe to help him, and Howe in turn solicited and received bribes. (more...)
Five militant suspects arrested in Spain, Belgium, Germany
- September 29, 2016
Presumably working for the Islamic State or ISIS , they are suspected of spreading Wahhabi propaganda and attempted to recruit potential militants for the global Salafi jihadist militant group of ISIS. "The security services and the law-enforcement agencies are sharing much more information than they were before", he said, on the sidelines of a conference on countering extremism by the Club de Madrid think tank in Brussels. (more...)
- September 29, 2016
Presumably working for the Islamic State or ISIS , they are suspected of spreading Wahhabi propaganda and attempted to recruit potential militants for the global Salafi jihadist militant group of ISIS. "The security services and the law-enforcement agencies are sharing much more information than they were before", he said, on the sidelines of a conference on countering extremism by the Club de Madrid think tank in Brussels. (more...)
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