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Switzerland rejects post-Brexit alliance with United Kingdom against EU
- January 22, 2017
On January 17th Theresa May at last acknowledged that leaving the European Union would involve trade-offs, and indicated some of the choices she would make. The pound rose on the discovery that Mrs Maybe had a plan after all. He welcomed the Prime Minister's "ambition to retain the greatest possible access to the single market, which is important to the UK's financial and professional services industries". (more...)
- January 22, 2017
On January 17th Theresa May at last acknowledged that leaving the European Union would involve trade-offs, and indicated some of the choices she would make. The pound rose on the discovery that Mrs Maybe had a plan after all. He welcomed the Prime Minister's "ambition to retain the greatest possible access to the single market, which is important to the UK's financial and professional services industries". (more...)
Theresa May still 'confident' of US/UK trade deal
- January 22, 2017
New Zealand farmers may be miffed that Donald Trump's presidency spells the end of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade agreement and the opportunities it promised . She was responding to a question whether the TPP could be revived later after Trump had settled down in office. However, Wilbur Ross, his Commerce Secretary nominee, said recently in Toronto that the Trump Administration will be looking to renegotiate the terms of the deal and he reiterated that during his confirmation ... (more...)
- January 22, 2017
New Zealand farmers may be miffed that Donald Trump's presidency spells the end of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade agreement and the opportunities it promised . She was responding to a question whether the TPP could be revived later after Trump had settled down in office. However, Wilbur Ross, his Commerce Secretary nominee, said recently in Toronto that the Trump Administration will be looking to renegotiate the terms of the deal and he reiterated that during his confirmation ... (more...)
Celebs Show Support for Women's Marches Around the World
- January 22, 2017
It appears nobody had expected the astonishing numbers of demonstrators that were drawn to the city, a crowd that appeared to rival that of Friday's inauguration but acted with more exuberance and passion. I'm Puerto Rican. I've been here a very long time . Why I'm here: "To stand up for what it is that we're doing here, the women's march". "We were complacent, but now we have to keep it going". (more...)
- January 22, 2017
It appears nobody had expected the astonishing numbers of demonstrators that were drawn to the city, a crowd that appeared to rival that of Friday's inauguration but acted with more exuberance and passion. I'm Puerto Rican. I've been here a very long time . Why I'm here: "To stand up for what it is that we're doing here, the women's march". "We were complacent, but now we have to keep it going". (more...)
Donald Trump set to become the 45th USA president
- January 22, 2017
Who gives the oath of office? "We believe that the oath of office was administered effectively and that the president was sworn in appropriately yesterday", press secretary Robert Gibbs told reporters at the time, quoting a statement from White House counsel Greg Craig. (more...)
- January 22, 2017
Who gives the oath of office? "We believe that the oath of office was administered effectively and that the president was sworn in appropriately yesterday", press secretary Robert Gibbs told reporters at the time, quoting a statement from White House counsel Greg Craig. (more...)
Ivanka Trump to critics: Let dad prove you wrong
- January 22, 2017
But how will that change once she moves to Washington? It is unclear how public a role she will play, though she promises to be a "traditional" first lady "like Jackie Kennedy" and says she wants to advocate against internet bullying and to help women in poverty. (more...)
- January 22, 2017
But how will that change once she moves to Washington? It is unclear how public a role she will play, though she promises to be a "traditional" first lady "like Jackie Kennedy" and says she wants to advocate against internet bullying and to help women in poverty. (more...)
Thousands Arrive On Boston Common For Women's March
- January 22, 2017
Democratic U.S. Sen Elizabeth Warren said demonstrators are at rallies across the country to show solidarity and send a message that they will fight for what they believe in. Some chanted slogans like "No hate, no fear, everyone is welcome here" and "Love trumps hate". "We are part of a global effort, with marches in every single state in the nation", announced Mariama White-Hammond, associate minister of Boston's Bethel AME Church, to the thousands gathered in solidarity. (more...)
- January 22, 2017
Democratic U.S. Sen Elizabeth Warren said demonstrators are at rallies across the country to show solidarity and send a message that they will fight for what they believe in. Some chanted slogans like "No hate, no fear, everyone is welcome here" and "Love trumps hate". "We are part of a global effort, with marches in every single state in the nation", announced Mariama White-Hammond, associate minister of Boston's Bethel AME Church, to the thousands gathered in solidarity. (more...)
US President-elect starts the day with church and a tweet
- January 22, 2017
The message reverberated at demonstrations around the globe, from Paris and Berlin to Sydney and beyond. Trump has indicated he intends a tough renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement. "I think we have to show that we're still here, and we're not going to be silent and we're not going to be railroaded". "I think they under estimated this thing", she said. (more...)
- January 22, 2017
The message reverberated at demonstrations around the globe, from Paris and Berlin to Sydney and beyond. Trump has indicated he intends a tough renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement. "I think we have to show that we're still here, and we're not going to be silent and we're not going to be railroaded". "I think they under estimated this thing", she said. (more...)
Donald Trump's inauguration summed up in two tweets
- January 22, 2017
Put some of those Americans in the inauguration seats of the intolerant politicians who refuse to give our new president a chance to "Make America Great Again". When we elect a possible president, we too often go home. "If we want to keep those gains, we need to keep access to health care", Young said . "People across Europe and the world are campaigning because Donald Trump's campaign has normalized misogynistic and sexist ideas", said Catherine Riley, a spokeswoman for the Women's ... (more...)
- January 22, 2017
Put some of those Americans in the inauguration seats of the intolerant politicians who refuse to give our new president a chance to "Make America Great Again". When we elect a possible president, we too often go home. "If we want to keep those gains, we need to keep access to health care", Young said . "People across Europe and the world are campaigning because Donald Trump's campaign has normalized misogynistic and sexist ideas", said Catherine Riley, a spokeswoman for the Women's ... (more...)
Ellen DeGeneres Bids Emotional Farewell to Obama
- January 22, 2017
Lance Bass , Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Ellen's own wife, Portia de Rossi , all thanked Obama for making it possible for them to get married. His courage and compassion created equality for everyone. Watch DeGeneres' tribute to the Obamas below. DeGeneres quickly reflected on all of the accomplishments for equality that President Obama achieved, including repealing Don't Ask Don't Tell, pass the Hate Crimes Act and legalize marriage equality. (more...)
- January 22, 2017
Lance Bass , Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Ellen's own wife, Portia de Rossi , all thanked Obama for making it possible for them to get married. His courage and compassion created equality for everyone. Watch DeGeneres' tribute to the Obamas below. DeGeneres quickly reflected on all of the accomplishments for equality that President Obama achieved, including repealing Don't Ask Don't Tell, pass the Hate Crimes Act and legalize marriage equality. (more...)
Ellen DeGeneres Bids President Obama Farewell With Touching Video Tribute
- January 22, 2017
Sia, with an emotional Evan Rachel Wood, thanked Obama "for changing the way people thought about us and, honestly, the way I thought about myself". "I am a legally married woman because of him and so is my wife", DeGeneres explained. During her course as a first lady, Michelle Obama laid a great emphasis on education. What do you think about Ellen's tribute? Ellen continued by calling attention to just how impactful Obama's presidency has been. (more...)
- January 22, 2017
Sia, with an emotional Evan Rachel Wood, thanked Obama "for changing the way people thought about us and, honestly, the way I thought about myself". "I am a legally married woman because of him and so is my wife", DeGeneres explained. During her course as a first lady, Michelle Obama laid a great emphasis on education. What do you think about Ellen's tribute? Ellen continued by calling attention to just how impactful Obama's presidency has been. (more...)
Twitter Users Mock Trump's Photo "Writing" His Inaugural Address
- January 22, 2017
Occasional shouting matches broke out - after all, Washington's own residents voted overwhelmingly against Trump. The march is not explicitly anti-Trump. And yet the feeling of standing on the precipice of tremendous change throughout the entire country remained just as prevalent as ever. "In Tokyo, one of the issues they are campaigning for about is the right to education". (more...)
- January 22, 2017
Occasional shouting matches broke out - after all, Washington's own residents voted overwhelmingly against Trump. The march is not explicitly anti-Trump. And yet the feeling of standing on the precipice of tremendous change throughout the entire country remained just as prevalent as ever. "In Tokyo, one of the issues they are campaigning for about is the right to education". (more...)
Martin McGuinness quits Northern Irish politics to deal with serious medical condition
- January 22, 2017
Sinn Fein's McGuinness, 66, resigned as the region's deputy first minister earlier his month after First Minister Arlene Foster refused to step aside pending an investigation into how the cost of a subsidized energy program spiraled out of control. (more...)
- January 22, 2017
Sinn Fein's McGuinness, 66, resigned as the region's deputy first minister earlier his month after First Minister Arlene Foster refused to step aside pending an investigation into how the cost of a subsidized energy program spiraled out of control. (more...)
Dozens of passengers killed in India train crash
- January 22, 2017
Officers fear that the death toll can go up to 100 as several people are still trapped in the derailed coaches. "Thirteen people are confirmed dead and scores are injured..." He did not immediately give a cause for the derailment. The train was traveling between Jagdalpur in Chhattisgarh state to Bhuvaneshawar in Orissa. While 12 bodies have been pulled out of derailed coaches by rescuers, those injured have been admitted to nearby hospitals, the official said, adding the train was on ... (more...)
- January 22, 2017
Officers fear that the death toll can go up to 100 as several people are still trapped in the derailed coaches. "Thirteen people are confirmed dead and scores are injured..." He did not immediately give a cause for the derailment. The train was traveling between Jagdalpur in Chhattisgarh state to Bhuvaneshawar in Orissa. While 12 bodies have been pulled out of derailed coaches by rescuers, those injured have been admitted to nearby hospitals, the official said, adding the train was on ... (more...)
Natural disaster strikes off Papua New Guinea coast, tsunami 'possible'
- January 22, 2017
The tremor struck 40 kilometres west of Panguna in Papua New Guinea at a depth of 153 kilometres at 3:30pm local time, the USGS said . The PTWC said there was a potential tsunami threat for Papua New Guinea (PNG), Solomon Islands, Nauru, Pohnpei, Kosrae, Vanuatu, Chuuk and Indonesia. (more...)
- January 22, 2017
The tremor struck 40 kilometres west of Panguna in Papua New Guinea at a depth of 153 kilometres at 3:30pm local time, the USGS said . The PTWC said there was a potential tsunami threat for Papua New Guinea (PNG), Solomon Islands, Nauru, Pohnpei, Kosrae, Vanuatu, Chuuk and Indonesia. (more...)
Donald Trump takes oath as 45th US President
- January 22, 2017
The ceremony begins around 11:30 and the new president will take the oath of office around noon. Hoover was the last President to not say "Under God" after his oath . "I'm very proud that we've got our country back again", said Niles Hopper. But as Jeffrey Toobin reports in his book, The Oath , the card never made it to Obama's staff. (more...)
- January 22, 2017
The ceremony begins around 11:30 and the new president will take the oath of office around noon. Hoover was the last President to not say "Under God" after his oath . "I'm very proud that we've got our country back again", said Niles Hopper. But as Jeffrey Toobin reports in his book, The Oath , the card never made it to Obama's staff. (more...)
Trump Blames his Rift With the Central Intelligence Agency on the Media
- January 22, 2017
Trump says the inauguration crowd looked to be about a million and a half people. "We've really appreciated what you've done", Mr. Trump told a small crowd of intelligence officials Saturday afternoon on a visit to the CIA's headquarters in Langley, Virginia. (more...)
- January 22, 2017
Trump says the inauguration crowd looked to be about a million and a half people. "We've really appreciated what you've done", Mr. Trump told a small crowd of intelligence officials Saturday afternoon on a visit to the CIA's headquarters in Langley, Virginia. (more...)
South Mississippi tornado leaves four people dead
- January 22, 2017
Rescue teams were searching for more victims in the area where the tornado struck, Greg Flynn of the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency told the Associated Press, while Hattiesburg police were making door-to-door rounds. Parts of an AT&T store and a loan shop collapsed at a shopping center in Petal, one of the images showed. The Mississippi Highway Patrol is reporting Interstate 59 north of Hattiesburg is closed due to debris. (more...)
- January 22, 2017
Rescue teams were searching for more victims in the area where the tornado struck, Greg Flynn of the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency told the Associated Press, while Hattiesburg police were making door-to-door rounds. Parts of an AT&T store and a loan shop collapsed at a shopping center in Petal, one of the images showed. The Mississippi Highway Patrol is reporting Interstate 59 north of Hattiesburg is closed due to debris. (more...)
Things We Learned from the 20/20 Special: 'The Trumps Go to Washington'
- January 22, 2017
This isn't the first time that Kushner has broken Shabbat since his father-in-law's presidential run. In an interview with ABC News, aired on Thursday, the businesswoman and mother of three also admitted to urging her father to cut out some of his more controversial tweets. (more...)
- January 22, 2017
This isn't the first time that Kushner has broken Shabbat since his father-in-law's presidential run. In an interview with ABC News, aired on Thursday, the businesswoman and mother of three also admitted to urging her father to cut out some of his more controversial tweets. (more...)
Virginia National Guard supports inauguration of Donald Trump
- January 22, 2017
In total, more than 7,500 National Guard soldiers and airmen from 44 states, three territories, and the District of Columbia will serve with the specially created Joint Task Force - District of Columbia. Gen. Scott A. Campbell, Kentucky's assistant adjutant general. These service members are now deputized to support civil authorities during the 58th Presidential Inauguration. (more...)
- January 22, 2017
In total, more than 7,500 National Guard soldiers and airmen from 44 states, three territories, and the District of Columbia will serve with the specially created Joint Task Force - District of Columbia. Gen. Scott A. Campbell, Kentucky's assistant adjutant general. These service members are now deputized to support civil authorities during the 58th Presidential Inauguration. (more...)
Chance Of Rain This Afternoon, More Storms Overnight
- January 22, 2017
The National Weather Service said forecasts show areas along the coast may see winds averaging 20-40 miles per hour, with gusts up to 50 miles per hour from late Sunday , Jan. South wind around 5 miles per hour. The overnight low is expected to be around 50 degrees. South wind around 5 miles per hour. Monday: Sunny with a high near 62. (more...)
- January 22, 2017
The National Weather Service said forecasts show areas along the coast may see winds averaging 20-40 miles per hour, with gusts up to 50 miles per hour from late Sunday , Jan. South wind around 5 miles per hour. The overnight low is expected to be around 50 degrees. South wind around 5 miles per hour. Monday: Sunny with a high near 62. (more...)
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