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Yemen largely peaceful as ceasefire continues
- November 22, 2016
Millions of civilians, many of whom fled their homes, desperately need humanitarian aid. Kerry met rebel representatives in Oman and urged the internationally recognised government of President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi to come on board for the ceasefire and political negotiations. (more...)
- November 22, 2016
Millions of civilians, many of whom fled their homes, desperately need humanitarian aid. Kerry met rebel representatives in Oman and urged the internationally recognised government of President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi to come on board for the ceasefire and political negotiations. (more...)
Japan signs non-military nuclear accord with India
- November 22, 2016
The two countries signed the pact after Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi held talks in Tokyo . He attended a meeting of the India-Japan Business Leaders' Forum and addressed a business luncheon of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Keidanren or the Japanese Business Federation. (more...)
- November 22, 2016
The two countries signed the pact after Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi held talks in Tokyo . He attended a meeting of the India-Japan Business Leaders' Forum and addressed a business luncheon of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Keidanren or the Japanese Business Federation. (more...)
'I Would Have Voted for Trump,' Kanye West Tells San Jose Concertgoers
- November 22, 2016
A video of the speech reveals that Kanye was showered with boos from the crowd after this admission, which Kanye claims he was asked to keep to himself by manager Scooter Braun . His wife, Kim Kardashian West, endorsed Hillary Clinton by posting a selfie with the Democratic hopeful (which included Kanye). "I don't think his approach was just entertainment because that trivialized it", he said in a separate video posted online. (more...)
- November 22, 2016
A video of the speech reveals that Kanye was showered with boos from the crowd after this admission, which Kanye claims he was asked to keep to himself by manager Scooter Braun . His wife, Kim Kardashian West, endorsed Hillary Clinton by posting a selfie with the Democratic hopeful (which included Kanye). "I don't think his approach was just entertainment because that trivialized it", he said in a separate video posted online. (more...)
VW to eliminate 30000 jobs to cut costs after scandal
- November 22, 2016
Matthias Mueller, the Chief Executive, said, "The VW brand needs a real shake-up". The future pact is meant to increase productivity in the German plants by about 25 percent and to increase the operating revenue rate to 4 percent by 2020. (more...)
- November 22, 2016
Matthias Mueller, the Chief Executive, said, "The VW brand needs a real shake-up". The future pact is meant to increase productivity in the German plants by about 25 percent and to increase the operating revenue rate to 4 percent by 2020. (more...)
Sabra hummus recalled over possible listeria
- November 22, 2016
The products were distributed to retail outlets in the United States before November 8 from an undisclosed plant where Listeria monocytogenes was found. A full list of products affected is on the FDA's website and Sabra's website . Also getting reeled back in are Wayne Farms precooked grilled chicken breasts for possibly being undercooked. (more...)
- November 22, 2016
The products were distributed to retail outlets in the United States before November 8 from an undisclosed plant where Listeria monocytogenes was found. A full list of products affected is on the FDA's website and Sabra's website . Also getting reeled back in are Wayne Farms precooked grilled chicken breasts for possibly being undercooked. (more...)
City sets holiday schedule for recycle and trash pick-up
- November 22, 2016
Friday refuse and Week 3 recycling collections will take place on Monday, Nov. 28. November 26 will be the last Saturday morning landfill hours until March 2017. Mahon Library will also be open on Sunday, November 27th from 1 to 5 p.m. Friday's collection will occur on Saturday. The stations will be open for normal operations on Saturday. (more...)
- November 22, 2016
Friday refuse and Week 3 recycling collections will take place on Monday, Nov. 28. November 26 will be the last Saturday morning landfill hours until March 2017. Mahon Library will also be open on Sunday, November 27th from 1 to 5 p.m. Friday's collection will occur on Saturday. The stations will be open for normal operations on Saturday. (more...)
Tim Ryan Running Against Pelosi for Minority Leader
- November 22, 2016
Before Ryan made his campaign official Thursday afternoon, Pelosi repeated an assertion she made earlier in the week that two-thirds of House Democrats support her for re-election. "Those same attributes served us well in 2006 when we won the House and I'm hopeful that that - I believe they will do so again". "I know how to do it to get it done". (more...)
- November 22, 2016
Before Ryan made his campaign official Thursday afternoon, Pelosi repeated an assertion she made earlier in the week that two-thirds of House Democrats support her for re-election. "Those same attributes served us well in 2006 when we won the House and I'm hopeful that that - I believe they will do so again". "I know how to do it to get it done". (more...)
'Fantastic Beasts' easily wins the weekend box office
- November 22, 2016
It's too risky. If MACUSA bans simple friendships, they aren't going to react well to Newt losing a few magical beasts. Instead, I'll get straight to the point: " Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them " could only be more , um, fantastic if it were called " Fantastic Beasts of the Southern Wild and Where to Find Them ", and Hushpuppy showed up as Newt Scamander's assistant. (more...)
- November 22, 2016
It's too risky. If MACUSA bans simple friendships, they aren't going to react well to Newt losing a few magical beasts. Instead, I'll get straight to the point: " Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them " could only be more , um, fantastic if it were called " Fantastic Beasts of the Southern Wild and Where to Find Them ", and Hushpuppy showed up as Newt Scamander's assistant. (more...)
PSG suffers key injuries in 2-0 win over Nantes
- November 22, 2016
Di Maria was forced off with a hamstring injury before half-time, with Hatem Ben Arfa replacing him. Substitute Jese Rodriguez converted a 90th-minute penalty for his first PSG goal as the capital club recorded a 13th straight victory over Les Canaries, Emery's men climbing into second above Nice, who visit Saint-Etienne on Sunday. (more...)
- November 22, 2016
Di Maria was forced off with a hamstring injury before half-time, with Hatem Ben Arfa replacing him. Substitute Jese Rodriguez converted a 90th-minute penalty for his first PSG goal as the capital club recorded a 13th straight victory over Les Canaries, Emery's men climbing into second above Nice, who visit Saint-Etienne on Sunday. (more...)
Ghani: Kabul attack an attempt spark discord among people
- November 22, 2016
Almost 35 people have been injured in the suicide blast that took place inside the Baqir ul Olum mosque. The Interior Ministry confirmed the deaths had been the result of a suicide attack saying the attacker was on foot and detonated his suicide vest among the crowds inside the mosque, according to the Associated Press. (more...)
- November 22, 2016
Almost 35 people have been injured in the suicide blast that took place inside the Baqir ul Olum mosque. The Interior Ministry confirmed the deaths had been the result of a suicide attack saying the attacker was on foot and detonated his suicide vest among the crowds inside the mosque, according to the Associated Press. (more...)
Science and technology important in India-UK ties:Modi
- November 22, 2016
It makes us all richer. "The UK as a leading player can benefit from our liberal FDI policies in defence manufacturing, aerospace and electronics engineering", the Prime Minister said. Currently, in New Delhi , India-UK tech summit is going on, and the Prime Ministers of two countries are exchanging their views and preparing a draft to fulfil the requirements of each other. (more...)
- November 22, 2016
It makes us all richer. "The UK as a leading player can benefit from our liberal FDI policies in defence manufacturing, aerospace and electronics engineering", the Prime Minister said. Currently, in New Delhi , India-UK tech summit is going on, and the Prime Ministers of two countries are exchanging their views and preparing a draft to fulfil the requirements of each other. (more...)
German Chancellor Merkel to seek fourth term
- November 22, 2016
The Christian Social Union party, which forms a bloc with Mrs Merkel's CDU in Germany's parliament but which has been critical of her immigration policies, has welcomed her decision to run again. What is more, with the imminent departure of U.S. President Barack Obama, Merkel alone stands as the West's last great hope for liberal democracy - a mantle she must assume from a position of diminished standing at home, and which may prove too much. (more...)
- November 22, 2016
The Christian Social Union party, which forms a bloc with Mrs Merkel's CDU in Germany's parliament but which has been critical of her immigration policies, has welcomed her decision to run again. What is more, with the imminent departure of U.S. President Barack Obama, Merkel alone stands as the West's last great hope for liberal democracy - a mantle she must assume from a position of diminished standing at home, and which may prove too much. (more...)
AP Analysis: Obama exudes calm about Trump as Democrats fret
- November 22, 2016
But if an issue "goes to core questions about our values and our ideals, and if I think that it's necessary or helpful for me to defend those ideals, then I'll examine it when it comes", he added. Summing up the two countries' experience in developing bilateral relations over the past more than three years, Xi told Obama that the two countries firstly have a good grasp of the general direction of bilateral ties, with cooperation being their only correct choice. (more...)
- November 22, 2016
But if an issue "goes to core questions about our values and our ideals, and if I think that it's necessary or helpful for me to defend those ideals, then I'll examine it when it comes", he added. Summing up the two countries' experience in developing bilateral relations over the past more than three years, Xi told Obama that the two countries firstly have a good grasp of the general direction of bilateral ties, with cooperation being their only correct choice. (more...)
Najib: Malaysians are fed up with Bersih
- November 22, 2016
Najib has faced criticism since the Wall Street Journal reported previous year that around $700 million from state fund 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) was diverted into the personal bank account of the prime minister. But not unlike some of its past protests, trouble is also expected at this year's gathering, this time in the form of the "Red Shirts" group, a counter movement headed by Umno strongman Jamal Yunos. (more...)
- November 22, 2016
Najib has faced criticism since the Wall Street Journal reported previous year that around $700 million from state fund 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) was diverted into the personal bank account of the prime minister. But not unlike some of its past protests, trouble is also expected at this year's gathering, this time in the form of the "Red Shirts" group, a counter movement headed by Umno strongman Jamal Yunos. (more...)
Traffic stop turns violent, police officer shot, suspect dead
- November 22, 2016
St. Louis Police Chief Sam Dotson declined to name the 46-year-old officer on his force who was shot in the face Sunday evening, but said he is a married father of three who has been with the department for about 20 years. The video shows the man entered headquarters shortly before 8 a.m. Sunday. Detective Benjamin Marconi was shot twice in his patrol auto about four hours later after making a traffic stop near police headquarters. (more...)
- November 22, 2016
St. Louis Police Chief Sam Dotson declined to name the 46-year-old officer on his force who was shot in the face Sunday evening, but said he is a married father of three who has been with the department for about 20 years. The video shows the man entered headquarters shortly before 8 a.m. Sunday. Detective Benjamin Marconi was shot twice in his patrol auto about four hours later after making a traffic stop near police headquarters. (more...)
House Democrats ask Donald Trump to rescind Steve Bannon's appointment
- November 22, 2016
We urge you to condemn this appointment immediately and without reservation". "He has no place in the White House". He said Bannon was a hard worker and sober decision maker during Trump's presidential campaign, telling NBC's "Today" show the appointee hasn't exhibited any of the racist , sexist or other qualities attributed to him and his website. (more...)
- November 22, 2016
We urge you to condemn this appointment immediately and without reservation". "He has no place in the White House". He said Bannon was a hard worker and sober decision maker during Trump's presidential campaign, telling NBC's "Today" show the appointee hasn't exhibited any of the racist , sexist or other qualities attributed to him and his website. (more...)
Teens charged in death of congressman's grandson
- November 22, 2016
A 16-year-old boy and 17-year-old girl both face charges of first-degree murder, police confirmed on Sunday morning in a release. "The murdering of a young boy over articles of clothing (and) gym shoes demonstrates a total callous disregard over the precious nature of human life", Brown said. (more...)
- November 22, 2016
A 16-year-old boy and 17-year-old girl both face charges of first-degree murder, police confirmed on Sunday morning in a release. "The murdering of a young boy over articles of clothing (and) gym shoes demonstrates a total callous disregard over the precious nature of human life", Brown said. (more...)
NFC West Report Week 10: Arizona Cardinals
- November 22, 2016
Rather than having the Cardinals either take back the lead or tie, they turned it into a 10-point lead in the first half. Palmer tried to hit John Brown in the front left corner of the end zone, but Rhodes corralled it at the goal line and raced 100 yards for a touchdown and a 20-10 lead with 3:07 left in the first half. (more...)
- November 22, 2016
Rather than having the Cardinals either take back the lead or tie, they turned it into a 10-point lead in the first half. Palmer tried to hit John Brown in the front left corner of the end zone, but Rhodes corralled it at the goal line and raced 100 yards for a touchdown and a 20-10 lead with 3:07 left in the first half. (more...)
Syria's Assad Says Trump Could Be 'Natural Ally' In Battle Against Islamists
- November 22, 2016
Yet, he said he was still doubtful about whether Mr Trump can do that and " live up to his promises", given the "forces within the administration" and the "mainstream media that opposed" the President-elect. Why are we fighting ISIS in Syria? "My attitude was you're fighting Syria, Syria is fighting ISIS, and you have to get rid of ISIS", Trump said. "Assad's government is exulting over Trump's election because of his pledges to join forces with Russian Federation against the Islamic State ... (more...)
- November 22, 2016
Yet, he said he was still doubtful about whether Mr Trump can do that and " live up to his promises", given the "forces within the administration" and the "mainstream media that opposed" the President-elect. Why are we fighting ISIS in Syria? "My attitude was you're fighting Syria, Syria is fighting ISIS, and you have to get rid of ISIS", Trump said. "Assad's government is exulting over Trump's election because of his pledges to join forces with Russian Federation against the Islamic State ... (more...)
Syria's Assad sees Trump as 'an ally against terrorism'
- November 21, 2016
In an interview with Portugal television Wednesday, according to al-Hayat, Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad said that Donald Trump will be "a natural ally" for Damascus if his administration fights "terrorism". Still, Trump's victory has caused concern on both sides of the aisle that the president-elect may be even more reluctant than Obama to turn the screws on Assad and his Russian supporters. (more...)
- November 21, 2016
In an interview with Portugal television Wednesday, according to al-Hayat, Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad said that Donald Trump will be "a natural ally" for Damascus if his administration fights "terrorism". Still, Trump's victory has caused concern on both sides of the aisle that the president-elect may be even more reluctant than Obama to turn the screws on Assad and his Russian supporters. (more...)
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