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Pence again finds himself as Donald Trump's clean-up man
- October 23, 2016
This election season, the American people are facing not a choice between parties or candidates, but between "two futures", Republican vice presidential nominee Mike Pence told a throng of hundreds Wednesday at the La Plata County Fairgrounds. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
This election season, the American people are facing not a choice between parties or candidates, but between "two futures", Republican vice presidential nominee Mike Pence told a throng of hundreds Wednesday at the La Plata County Fairgrounds. (more...)
France warns United Kingdom premier of tough time ahead in Brexit talks
- October 23, 2016
The Prime Minister said that the United Kingdom will continue to argue for free trade and that Britain is discussing trade ties with other countries. Viktor Orban, the Hungarian leader, said of May's European Union debut: "I had a positive reaction to what the prime minister had said, her experience was impressive, it was a clear and honest briefing, she could be a good partner during the Brexit negotiations". (more...)
- October 23, 2016
The Prime Minister said that the United Kingdom will continue to argue for free trade and that Britain is discussing trade ties with other countries. Viktor Orban, the Hungarian leader, said of May's European Union debut: "I had a positive reaction to what the prime minister had said, her experience was impressive, it was a clear and honest briefing, she could be a good partner during the Brexit negotiations". (more...)
Duterte, back from China, says he's not severing United States ties
- October 23, 2016
On Friday, White House press secretary Josh Earnest criticized Duterte's words, saying they could potentially strain relations between the United States and the Philippines and create "unnecessary uncertainty". US officials have been dismayed by Duterte's efforts to build stronger ties with China, Washington's largest rival in the Asia-Pacific. He then raised eyebrows when he said the Phillipines would not be taking part in military drills with the USA earlier this month. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
On Friday, White House press secretary Josh Earnest criticized Duterte's words, saying they could potentially strain relations between the United States and the Philippines and create "unnecessary uncertainty". US officials have been dismayed by Duterte's efforts to build stronger ties with China, Washington's largest rival in the Asia-Pacific. He then raised eyebrows when he said the Phillipines would not be taking part in military drills with the USA earlier this month. (more...)
Saudi-led airstrikes mistakenly kill 8 pro-government fighters in southern Yemen
- October 23, 2016
Jeff Davis said the ship deployed defensive measures and was not damaged. The type of missiles fired at the Mason is still being assessed but Davis characterized the missiles as "a shore-launched cruise missile". One Saudi official said there would be no public statement until the investigation was complete, a process which could take days, weeks or even months. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Jeff Davis said the ship deployed defensive measures and was not damaged. The type of missiles fired at the Mason is still being assessed but Davis characterized the missiles as "a shore-launched cruise missile". One Saudi official said there would be no public statement until the investigation was complete, a process which could take days, weeks or even months. (more...)
Mauricio Pochettino: Tottenham need for depth for title challenge
- October 23, 2016
But as has happened in the past, Tottenham could not take advantage of the opportunity. Bournemouth could have nicked a win but Max Gradel wasted a promising counter-attack and Benik Afobe headed over with minutes remaining. The good news from Tottenham's perspective is that their defense managed to produce another clean sheet. "I think it's a really valuable point for us". (more...)
- October 23, 2016
But as has happened in the past, Tottenham could not take advantage of the opportunity. Bournemouth could have nicked a win but Max Gradel wasted a promising counter-attack and Benik Afobe headed over with minutes remaining. The good news from Tottenham's perspective is that their defense managed to produce another clean sheet. "I think it's a really valuable point for us". (more...)
Seeded Svetlana Kuznetsova makes Kremlin Cup final
- October 23, 2016
Kuznetsova had to win to qualify for the WTA Finals and her victory represents heartbreak for Johanna Konta . The Russian will line up in white group, alongside second seed Agnieszka Radwanska , who she will face on Monday in her first match, as well as French Open champion Garbiñe Muguruza and US Open finalist Karolina Pliskova. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Kuznetsova had to win to qualify for the WTA Finals and her victory represents heartbreak for Johanna Konta . The Russian will line up in white group, alongside second seed Agnieszka Radwanska , who she will face on Monday in her first match, as well as French Open champion Garbiñe Muguruza and US Open finalist Karolina Pliskova. (more...)
2 children killed in Georgia home invasion
- October 23, 2016
Police said intruders tried to force their way inside the home overnight while Tatiyana, Daveon and several other children, ages 6 to 13, were inside. Clayton County Police Chief Michael Register described the incident as tragic and senseless. Clayton County Police Department Major Felony Unit detectives have assumed the investigation and are working to piece together details to determine the motive for the shooting and the identity of the suspect or suspects. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Police said intruders tried to force their way inside the home overnight while Tatiyana, Daveon and several other children, ages 6 to 13, were inside. Clayton County Police Chief Michael Register described the incident as tragic and senseless. Clayton County Police Department Major Felony Unit detectives have assumed the investigation and are working to piece together details to determine the motive for the shooting and the identity of the suspect or suspects. (more...)
The most memorable jokes and jabs from this year's Al Smith dinner
- October 23, 2016
And the following day, Trump said he would pay attention to what the voters said, quipping: "I will accept the result - if I win ". "Wednesday night, Donald did something no other presidential campaign has ever done", Clinton said Friday afternoon. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
And the following day, Trump said he would pay attention to what the voters said, quipping: "I will accept the result - if I win ". "Wednesday night, Donald did something no other presidential campaign has ever done", Clinton said Friday afternoon. (more...)
EU leaders scramble to salve free trade pact with Canada
- October 23, 2016
Attending her first European Union summit this week, Prime Minister Theresa May said it was "important" the bloc concluded its deal with Canada. Nevertheless, Mrs May said any potential United Kingdom deal with the European Union would not be based on the Canadian model. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Attending her first European Union summit this week, Prime Minister Theresa May said it was "important" the bloc concluded its deal with Canada. Nevertheless, Mrs May said any potential United Kingdom deal with the European Union would not be based on the Canadian model. (more...)
Trump jokes he'll honor election results 'If I win'
- October 23, 2016
She even reminded audiences that Trump doesn't just oppose abortion rights but also access to reproductive health care generally: "Donald has said he's in favor of defunding Planned Parenthood ". Podesta responded with a few examples of his own involvement in progressive Catholic groups, and tells Newman to be in touch with Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, once the lieutenant governor of Maryland and a Catholic Democrat. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
She even reminded audiences that Trump doesn't just oppose abortion rights but also access to reproductive health care generally: "Donald has said he's in favor of defunding Planned Parenthood ". Podesta responded with a few examples of his own involvement in progressive Catholic groups, and tells Newman to be in touch with Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, once the lieutenant governor of Maryland and a Catholic Democrat. (more...)
Close-up video of Russian warships in English Channel
- October 23, 2016
Russia, which supports Syrian President Bashar al-Assad with an air campaign against the Western rebels in the devastated eastern part of Aleppo, has said the deployment will target Islamic State militants in Syria. British Defense Secretary Michael Fallon said the Russian ships were being monitored closely . Russian officials said they were headed toward the Mediterranean Sea for Syria to deliver supplies to the war-torn country. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Russia, which supports Syrian President Bashar al-Assad with an air campaign against the Western rebels in the devastated eastern part of Aleppo, has said the deployment will target Islamic State militants in Syria. British Defense Secretary Michael Fallon said the Russian ships were being monitored closely . Russian officials said they were headed toward the Mediterranean Sea for Syria to deliver supplies to the war-torn country. (more...)
Over 100 prisoners escape holding pen in Haiti
- October 23, 2016
The inmates stole weapons and opened fire with the police. The inmates attacked after they were released from a crammed holding pen to bathe, according to provincial authorities. One prisoner also died after falling off a wall during the escape. "Three prisoners were wounded, including one who died as a effect of his wounds". (more...)
- October 23, 2016
The inmates stole weapons and opened fire with the police. The inmates attacked after they were released from a crammed holding pen to bathe, according to provincial authorities. One prisoner also died after falling off a wall during the escape. "Three prisoners were wounded, including one who died as a effect of his wounds". (more...)
Polls continue to show tough map for Donald Trump
- October 23, 2016
Many in the GOP have lamented that the American electorate is composed of "uninformed" voters, and this lack of knowledge was what caused voters to choose Barack Obama in the 2012 election . His re-election - and whether Republicans maintain control of the Senate - could hinge on Toomey's ability to defend his voting record in a tight race in Democratic-leaning Pennsylvania against Democrat Katie McGinty. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Many in the GOP have lamented that the American electorate is composed of "uninformed" voters, and this lack of knowledge was what caused voters to choose Barack Obama in the 2012 election . His re-election - and whether Republicans maintain control of the Senate - could hinge on Toomey's ability to defend his voting record in a tight race in Democratic-leaning Pennsylvania against Democrat Katie McGinty. (more...)
Russian Federation and United States to find peace plan for Syria
- October 23, 2016
As the regime forces and their Russian backers continued to pound rebel-held areas of the city, Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson said it was time to consider "more kinetic options" including "military options". in another complicated war it was very keen to avoid. It has become a focal point in the 5-year Syrian civil war that has cost hundreds of thousands of lives. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
As the regime forces and their Russian backers continued to pound rebel-held areas of the city, Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson said it was time to consider "more kinetic options" including "military options". in another complicated war it was very keen to avoid. It has become a focal point in the 5-year Syrian civil war that has cost hundreds of thousands of lives. (more...)
Ceasefire Violation by Pak Underway in Kashmir, 1 Jawan Injured
- October 23, 2016
Pakistan retaliated by banning the release of all Indian films for the first time since 2008 . The Bollywood ban means an end to a law introduced by former President Pervez Musharraf which permitted the screening of a daily maximum of 86 minutes of Indian content in Pakistan. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Pakistan retaliated by banning the release of all Indian films for the first time since 2008 . The Bollywood ban means an end to a law introduced by former President Pervez Musharraf which permitted the screening of a daily maximum of 86 minutes of Indian content in Pakistan. (more...)
IS leaders flee besieged Iraqi city of Mosul, US says
- October 23, 2016
Since Tuesday, Daesh has sent 12 auto bombs, all of which were blown up before reaching their targets, he said, adding that Iraqi troops suffered a small number of casualties from the mortar rounds. They used bulldozers and other heavy equipment to fill trenches and moved armored vehicles into the breach after about an hour of mortar and gunfire at IS positions below in the village of Barima. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Since Tuesday, Daesh has sent 12 auto bombs, all of which were blown up before reaching their targets, he said, adding that Iraqi troops suffered a small number of casualties from the mortar rounds. They used bulldozers and other heavy equipment to fill trenches and moved armored vehicles into the breach after about an hour of mortar and gunfire at IS positions below in the village of Barima. (more...)
Sunoco: No impact on water from gas spill so far
- October 23, 2016
The pipeline has been shut down since early this morning. Officials have to wait until water levels drop significantly before they can fix the pipe, but they have shut off valves to prevent further leaks. WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (AP ) Strong storms hit pockets of western and central Pennsylvania early Friday, bringing up to 7 inches of rain, turning roads into rivers, damaging homes in communities as far as 150 miles apart and killing one person. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
The pipeline has been shut down since early this morning. Officials have to wait until water levels drop significantly before they can fix the pipe, but they have shut off valves to prevent further leaks. WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (AP ) Strong storms hit pockets of western and central Pennsylvania early Friday, bringing up to 7 inches of rain, turning roads into rivers, damaging homes in communities as far as 150 miles apart and killing one person. (more...)
More than 1.1 million have already cast ballots in Florida
- October 23, 2016
More than half of all the votes cast in the 2012 election were cast early and in person, and black voters in particular favor early and in-person voting. More than 193,000 absentee voting applications have been requested and 140,170 ballots have been issued. That was clear Wednesday in Lawrenceville, where about 200 people lined up to vote in the county's only early voting location. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
More than half of all the votes cast in the 2012 election were cast early and in person, and black voters in particular favor early and in-person voting. More than 193,000 absentee voting applications have been requested and 140,170 ballots have been issued. That was clear Wednesday in Lawrenceville, where about 200 people lined up to vote in the county's only early voting location. (more...)
Donald Trump should accept election result: New battleground poll
- October 23, 2016
Trump took the stage first and his early jokes played well. "Donald, the microphone is yours and it's working". "How corrupt do you have to be to get kicked off the Watergate commission?" If I lose Florida , we will know that there's voter fraud . (more...)
- October 23, 2016
Trump took the stage first and his early jokes played well. "Donald, the microphone is yours and it's working". "How corrupt do you have to be to get kicked off the Watergate commission?" If I lose Florida , we will know that there's voter fraud . (more...)
USA wants to keep alliance with Philippines: Pentagon chief
- October 23, 2016
The Japanese official added Duterte is also planning to visit Japan Maritime United Corporation, which builds Coast Guard vessels provided for the Philippine Coast Guard. "A bilateral consultation mechanism can be useful, which will meet regularly on current and other issues of concern to either side on the South China Sea", the countries said in a joint statement. (more...)
- October 23, 2016
The Japanese official added Duterte is also planning to visit Japan Maritime United Corporation, which builds Coast Guard vessels provided for the Philippine Coast Guard. "A bilateral consultation mechanism can be useful, which will meet regularly on current and other issues of concern to either side on the South China Sea", the countries said in a joint statement. (more...)
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