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Samsung offices in South Korea raided amid corruption suspicisions
- November 18, 2016
Numerous funds set up to help various industries are driven by the government. Five days before the Samsung Electronics HQ were raided, an executive director of the group underwent a cross-examination. Samsung is the largest smartphone manufacturer in the world, and it has been that way for a long time now. They were searched in 2008 by prosecutors investigating allegations the company created slush funds to bribe officials. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Numerous funds set up to help various industries are driven by the government. Five days before the Samsung Electronics HQ were raided, an executive director of the group underwent a cross-examination. Samsung is the largest smartphone manufacturer in the world, and it has been that way for a long time now. They were searched in 2008 by prosecutors investigating allegations the company created slush funds to bribe officials. (more...)
EXPLAINED: Is Jared Kushner Family Feud With Chris Christie Torpedoing Trump Transition?
- November 18, 2016
Get all of the details here! Kushner emerged as an important voice early in Trump's campaign, launched in June 2015. The outlet explains that Jared wields "tremendous influence behind the scenes", and that "the sacking of Christie was at least partly an act of personal payback". (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Get all of the details here! Kushner emerged as an important voice early in Trump's campaign, launched in June 2015. The outlet explains that Jared wields "tremendous influence behind the scenes", and that "the sacking of Christie was at least partly an act of personal payback". (more...)
Pelosi gets challenge for House Democratic Leader post
- November 18, 2016
Fundraising is another factor in Pelosi's favor. She has managed to maintain unity within the diverse flock of House Democrats and is an unparalleled fundraiser for them, collecting more than $ 100 million in the past cycle alone. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO) offered the motion to delay the elections, and Rep. Mike Capuano (D-MA) seconded. Democrats have not held a majority in the House of Representatives since 2010. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Fundraising is another factor in Pelosi's favor. She has managed to maintain unity within the diverse flock of House Democrats and is an unparalleled fundraiser for them, collecting more than $ 100 million in the past cycle alone. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO) offered the motion to delay the elections, and Rep. Mike Capuano (D-MA) seconded. Democrats have not held a majority in the House of Representatives since 2010. (more...)
Officer Who Fatally Shot Philando Castile Turns Himself In
- November 18, 2016
Ramsey County Attorney John Choi said at a news conference Wednesday morning, however, that Yanez's reaction during his encounter with Castile was beyond reason. Paramedics and officers later found a handgun in Castile's right front pocket. Castile told the officer he was legally carrying a gun and paramedics found a loaded pistol in his shorts, but "the mere presence of a firearm alone can not justify use of deadly force", Choi said. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Ramsey County Attorney John Choi said at a news conference Wednesday morning, however, that Yanez's reaction during his encounter with Castile was beyond reason. Paramedics and officers later found a handgun in Castile's right front pocket. Castile told the officer he was legally carrying a gun and paramedics found a loaded pistol in his shorts, but "the mere presence of a firearm alone can not justify use of deadly force", Choi said. (more...)
Sanders calls on Trump to apologize for campaign rhetoric
- November 18, 2016
And we will hold him to those words. Sanders also has no regrets about his campaign against Clinton in the primary, and pushed back against criticisms he weakened her by highlighting her highly paid speeches to Wall Street bankers, for example. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
And we will hold him to those words. Sanders also has no regrets about his campaign against Clinton in the primary, and pushed back against criticisms he weakened her by highlighting her highly paid speeches to Wall Street bankers, for example. (more...)
Trump transition team loaded with lobbyists
- November 18, 2016
Trump's goal of making sure that people aren't using the government to enrich themselves and using their service in government to do that", he added. The phenomenon of Republicans wanting to have it both ways with Trump, and a "paucity of people to pick" from, led to many lobbyists being on the team. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Trump's goal of making sure that people aren't using the government to enrich themselves and using their service in government to do that", he added. The phenomenon of Republicans wanting to have it both ways with Trump, and a "paucity of people to pick" from, led to many lobbyists being on the team. (more...)
Obama team trying to damage ties with Russia
- November 18, 2016
Most concerning to USA allies are Trump's effusive comments about Russian President Vladimir Putin, one of the first world leaders he spoke to after winning the election. Putin "called to offer his congratulations on winning a historic election", according to a Trump statement. While Trump had said during the campaign that he may visit Russian Federation before the inauguration, only unofficial contacts are now likely before January 20, according to Putin's foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Most concerning to USA allies are Trump's effusive comments about Russian President Vladimir Putin, one of the first world leaders he spoke to after winning the election. Putin "called to offer his congratulations on winning a historic election", according to a Trump statement. While Trump had said during the campaign that he may visit Russian Federation before the inauguration, only unofficial contacts are now likely before January 20, according to Putin's foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov. (more...)
Ohio zoo's gorilla barrier wasn't in compliance
- November 18, 2016
But the zoo said in a statement that a USDA inspection of the enclosure just a month before the incident said the enclosure was compliant, NBC News reports . He was then grabbed by the now infamous gorilla named Harambe in the moat surrounding the exhibit. Some witnesses opined that it didn't appear Harambe was going to hurt the boy - but experts said the gorilla displayed certain characteristics indicating he may have felt threatened, at which point he became too unpredictable. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
But the zoo said in a statement that a USDA inspection of the enclosure just a month before the incident said the enclosure was compliant, NBC News reports . He was then grabbed by the now infamous gorilla named Harambe in the moat surrounding the exhibit. Some witnesses opined that it didn't appear Harambe was going to hurt the boy - but experts said the gorilla displayed certain characteristics indicating he may have felt threatened, at which point he became too unpredictable. (more...)
Senator Barbara Boxer Wants To Get Rid Of Electoral College
- November 18, 2016
Supporters of this move have noted that while Trump won the Electoral Vote, Clinton actually won the popular vote. Votes are still being counted a week after the election, and Hillary Clinton is still winning the popular vote. "One person, one vote!" On Nov. 15, Clinton had 62,037,498 votes, while Trump had 61,033,702. He even confirmed his stance in an interview on " 60 Minutes " on Sunday. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Supporters of this move have noted that while Trump won the Electoral Vote, Clinton actually won the popular vote. Votes are still being counted a week after the election, and Hillary Clinton is still winning the popular vote. "One person, one vote!" On Nov. 15, Clinton had 62,037,498 votes, while Trump had 61,033,702. He even confirmed his stance in an interview on " 60 Minutes " on Sunday. (more...)
Cambodian Officials Unaware of Australia-US Refugee Deal
- November 18, 2016
Prior to this, their only other options were returning to their countries of origin or resettling in Cambodia, as per a A$40-million ($30-million) deal signed with Phnom Penh in 2014. "We need to send the clearest and most unequivocal message to people smugglers and their would-be passengers that if they seek to come to Australia unlawfully, they will not succeed", he said. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Prior to this, their only other options were returning to their countries of origin or resettling in Cambodia, as per a A$40-million ($30-million) deal signed with Phnom Penh in 2014. "We need to send the clearest and most unequivocal message to people smugglers and their would-be passengers that if they seek to come to Australia unlawfully, they will not succeed", he said. (more...)
GOP rep pushes back on 'high expectations' for Trump, Congress
- November 18, 2016
Cutting taxes on individuals and businesses. Trump will also have to keep Mitch McConnell happy; the majority leader determines when - or if - nominations get votes. "Ultimately what I'm looking for is a progressive tax cut". Bannon became Trump's campaign chief in August. Indeed, Trump has hinted at times that his campaign policy statements were only opening salvos for a negotiation. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Cutting taxes on individuals and businesses. Trump will also have to keep Mitch McConnell happy; the majority leader determines when - or if - nominations get votes. "Ultimately what I'm looking for is a progressive tax cut". Bannon became Trump's campaign chief in August. Indeed, Trump has hinted at times that his campaign policy statements were only opening salvos for a negotiation. (more...)
Twitter suspends several alt-right accounts
- November 18, 2016
It's not clear what the alt-right plans to do with these newly created Twitter accounts, but Anglin seems intent on damaging the company, arguing that it won't be able to "maintain its prominent role in the social networking market when it bans all non-SJW ['social justice warrior', aka liberal] political accounts and becomes a safespace hugbox". (more...)
- November 18, 2016
It's not clear what the alt-right plans to do with these newly created Twitter accounts, but Anglin seems intent on damaging the company, arguing that it won't be able to "maintain its prominent role in the social networking market when it bans all non-SJW ['social justice warrior', aka liberal] political accounts and becomes a safespace hugbox". (more...)
Singapore among countries identified for more investment by Asia-Pacific business leaders
- November 18, 2016
He may impose punitive tariffs on powerful trade partners such as China and revise key free trade deals with countries such as Mexico that rely on the USA market, the Institute of International Finance said. China will meanwhile be pushing its own proposed trade deals to gain an edge over the United States in the battle for regional influence. Under these circumstances, if Trump were to pursue the isolationist foreign policy he appeared to favor during the presidential campaign and reduce US ... (more...)
- November 18, 2016
He may impose punitive tariffs on powerful trade partners such as China and revise key free trade deals with countries such as Mexico that rely on the USA market, the Institute of International Finance said. China will meanwhile be pushing its own proposed trade deals to gain an edge over the United States in the battle for regional influence. Under these circumstances, if Trump were to pursue the isolationist foreign policy he appeared to favor during the presidential campaign and reduce US ... (more...)
Turkey says it's exhausted of 'two-faced' European Union attitude
- November 18, 2016
In a televised speech, Erdogan cited to calls from some European Union members states to stop membership negotiations with Turkey and said "You are even too late". Turkey has issued a travel warning to its citizens in the U.S., urging them to stay away from the ongoing protests against Donald Trump's win in the American presidential election. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
In a televised speech, Erdogan cited to calls from some European Union members states to stop membership negotiations with Turkey and said "You are even too late". Turkey has issued a travel warning to its citizens in the U.S., urging them to stay away from the ongoing protests against Donald Trump's win in the American presidential election. (more...)
Trump battles back against charges of transition tumult
- November 18, 2016
America's future First Lady Melania Trump "paused her studies" to pursue a modeling career in Milan and Paris. He "can act as presidential as anybody that's ever been president", he said in February . Trump also traveled from NY to Washington last week without a pool of journalists. As President he will not be able to appoint his children or in-laws to any government job under the anti-nepotism statute passed by Congress after President John F. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
America's future First Lady Melania Trump "paused her studies" to pursue a modeling career in Milan and Paris. He "can act as presidential as anybody that's ever been president", he said in February . Trump also traveled from NY to Washington last week without a pool of journalists. As President he will not be able to appoint his children or in-laws to any government job under the anti-nepotism statute passed by Congress after President John F. (more...)
President-elect Trump to meet Japan's Prime Minister Abe
- November 18, 2016
The meeting may be held in the president-elect's Trump Tower residence on Thursday evening NY time , Kyodo News reported , citing unidentified government officials. Donald Trump has suggested the United States could pull troops out if Japan does not start paying more for them. Japan has grown increasingly wary of North Korea as well as ongoing disputes within the region over the South China Sea, an important economic and strategic passage, which has been a thorny issues between the USA ... (more...)
- November 18, 2016
The meeting may be held in the president-elect's Trump Tower residence on Thursday evening NY time , Kyodo News reported , citing unidentified government officials. Donald Trump has suggested the United States could pull troops out if Japan does not start paying more for them. Japan has grown increasingly wary of North Korea as well as ongoing disputes within the region over the South China Sea, an important economic and strategic passage, which has been a thorny issues between the USA ... (more...)
Outcry as Pakistan deports teachers linked to Turkish coup suspect
- November 18, 2016
A total of 400 people will be affected by the decision. Turkey's president, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, has vowed to bring to justice and punish a US -based opposition Muslim cleric he accused of plotting the failed July 15 coup attempt in his country. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
A total of 400 people will be affected by the decision. Turkey's president, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, has vowed to bring to justice and punish a US -based opposition Muslim cleric he accused of plotting the failed July 15 coup attempt in his country. (more...)
Japan PM in NY for 1st meeting by foreign leader with Trump
- November 18, 2016
And according to the Wall Street Journal , Trump could appoint former Texas governor Rick Perry, a former candidate for Republican presidential primaries, as Secretary of Energy. He has also sought to increase the worldwide role played by Japan's military, which is constrained by a pacifist constitution. In early trading, the dollar fell to around ¥108.60, carrying over its weak tone from overnight trading overseas, where the greenback caved in to sales following the releases of weak USA ... (more...)
- November 18, 2016
And according to the Wall Street Journal , Trump could appoint former Texas governor Rick Perry, a former candidate for Republican presidential primaries, as Secretary of Energy. He has also sought to increase the worldwide role played by Japan's military, which is constrained by a pacifist constitution. In early trading, the dollar fell to around ¥108.60, carrying over its weak tone from overnight trading overseas, where the greenback caved in to sales following the releases of weak USA ... (more...)
Navy joins NZ quake evacuation operation
- November 18, 2016
Thousand's have been stranded in towns near the quake's epicenter. US Geological Survey placed the aftershock of the natural disaster 120 kilometers (75 miles) northeast of Christchurch, New Zealand's third largest city with a population of 366,000. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Thousand's have been stranded in towns near the quake's epicenter. US Geological Survey placed the aftershock of the natural disaster 120 kilometers (75 miles) northeast of Christchurch, New Zealand's third largest city with a population of 366,000. (more...)
North Korea Begs China To Stop Calling Kim Jong-Un Fat
- November 18, 2016
As you may have figured out, the nickname pokes fun at Kim's girth and the fact that his Dad and grandfather previously ruled the Communist country. Kim, otherwise known as "Kim Fatty the Third", has been criticized recently for his expanding waistline. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
As you may have figured out, the nickname pokes fun at Kim's girth and the fact that his Dad and grandfather previously ruled the Communist country. Kim, otherwise known as "Kim Fatty the Third", has been criticized recently for his expanding waistline. (more...)
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