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French presidential frontrunner Emmanuel Macron 'targeted by Russian-controlled state media'
- February 14, 2017
Macron is among the top candidates in France's presidential election, alongside Marine Le Pen, 48, the far-right National Front's leader. "Two big media outlets belonging to the Russian state Russia Today and Sputnik spread fake news on a daily basis, and then they are picked up, quoted and influence the democratic [process]", Mr Ferrand said . (more...)
- February 14, 2017
Macron is among the top candidates in France's presidential election, alongside Marine Le Pen, 48, the far-right National Front's leader. "Two big media outlets belonging to the Russian state Russia Today and Sputnik spread fake news on a daily basis, and then they are picked up, quoted and influence the democratic [process]", Mr Ferrand said . (more...)
German economy grew by 0.4 percent in final quarter of 2016
- February 14, 2017
The data highlight the fragility of the 19-nation economy's recovery. "Political uncertainty regarding Brexit, the future USA economic policy as well as the considerable number of upcoming elections in Europe further depresses expectations", he said. (more...)
- February 14, 2017
The data highlight the fragility of the 19-nation economy's recovery. "Political uncertainty regarding Brexit, the future USA economic policy as well as the considerable number of upcoming elections in Europe further depresses expectations", he said. (more...)
Oklahoma Lawmaker: Pregnant Women Are 'Hosts' Whose Bodies Don't Belong to Them
- February 14, 2017
How he expects his "feelings" to be taken seriously when he seems incapable of understanding what women feel is beyond us. So that's where I'm at. I'm like, hey, your body is your body and be responsible with it. 'I say to them, it is immoral and anti-Christian to pass restriction after restriction after restriction and then to do nothing to support women and families in this state, ' Speidel told the outlet. (more...)
- February 14, 2017
How he expects his "feelings" to be taken seriously when he seems incapable of understanding what women feel is beyond us. So that's where I'm at. I'm like, hey, your body is your body and be responsible with it. 'I say to them, it is immoral and anti-Christian to pass restriction after restriction after restriction and then to do nothing to support women and families in this state, ' Speidel told the outlet. (more...)
US, Japan, South Korea to discuss response to North Korea
- February 14, 2017
A South Korea Defense Ministry official said the missile was sacked from the Banghyon airbase in the western province of North Pyongan and flew toward the Sea of Japan. At their summit Friday, Abe and Trump confirmed the strength the bilateral alliance, with Trump affirming that the United States is committed to the defense of Japan, including if the Japanese-administered Senkaku Islands in the East China Sea, which are claimed by China, come under attack. (more...)
- February 14, 2017
A South Korea Defense Ministry official said the missile was sacked from the Banghyon airbase in the western province of North Pyongan and flew toward the Sea of Japan. At their summit Friday, Abe and Trump confirmed the strength the bilateral alliance, with Trump affirming that the United States is committed to the defense of Japan, including if the Japanese-administered Senkaku Islands in the East China Sea, which are claimed by China, come under attack. (more...)
Trump Admin considering all options on travel ban: WH
- February 14, 2017
Trump tweeted "SEE YOU IN COURT" after the decision came out Thursday, but what he has in mind remains to be seen. "Ultimately, I have no doubt that we'll win that particular case", he said. The Justice Department, which is representing the Trump administration, could simply choose to fight it out in the appeals court and in the various courthouses across the country where similar lawsuits have been filed . (more...)
- February 14, 2017
Trump tweeted "SEE YOU IN COURT" after the decision came out Thursday, but what he has in mind remains to be seen. "Ultimately, I have no doubt that we'll win that particular case", he said. The Justice Department, which is representing the Trump administration, could simply choose to fight it out in the appeals court and in the various courthouses across the country where similar lawsuits have been filed . (more...)
US President's Daughter Ivanka Trump Takes Center Stage At Justin Trudeau Meeting
- February 14, 2017
We have so many great women leaders around the table today. There are fears Canada could unintentionally be sideswiped as Trump negotiates with Mexico . About 18 percent of U.S. exports go to Canada . At a joint news conference after their meetings, the two emphasised their shared goals. His order to temporarily halt entry into the U.S. (more...)
- February 14, 2017
We have so many great women leaders around the table today. There are fears Canada could unintentionally be sideswiped as Trump negotiates with Mexico . About 18 percent of U.S. exports go to Canada . At a joint news conference after their meetings, the two emphasised their shared goals. His order to temporarily halt entry into the U.S. (more...)
Trump's job approval rating to all-time low: Gallup poll
- February 14, 2017
Gallup's presidential approval is based on telephone interviews over a three-day time period, a rolling average of approximately 1,500 United States adults daily, and has a margin of error of plus-or-minus 3 percentage points. In the same poll, only 4 percent of Democrats say they approve of the job Trump is doing while 81 percent of Republicans say he inspires confidence and is honest and trustworthy. (more...)
- February 14, 2017
Gallup's presidential approval is based on telephone interviews over a three-day time period, a rolling average of approximately 1,500 United States adults daily, and has a margin of error of plus-or-minus 3 percentage points. In the same poll, only 4 percent of Democrats say they approve of the job Trump is doing while 81 percent of Republicans say he inspires confidence and is honest and trustworthy. (more...)
UK Chancellor To Warn Businesses On Growing Cyber Threat
- February 14, 2017
Those behind the centre - set up in October to protect government, business, the economy and the wider society - say that it will reduce the cyber security risk to the United Kingdom by improving its cyber security and cyber resilience. and German elections. Ciaran Martin, chief executive of the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), told the Sunday Times numerous attacks "threatened national security". (more...)
- February 14, 2017
Those behind the centre - set up in October to protect government, business, the economy and the wider society - say that it will reduce the cyber security risk to the United Kingdom by improving its cyber security and cyber resilience. and German elections. Ciaran Martin, chief executive of the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), told the Sunday Times numerous attacks "threatened national security". (more...)
Justin Trudeau, Ivanka Trump to Discuss Women in Business
- February 14, 2017
Meanwhile, headlines about refugees fleeing the US into Canada continued to dominate the news cycle, putting more pressure on Ottawa to answer critics calling on it to scrap a border agreement that automatically prevents asylum seekers from the USA from seeking refuge in Canada . (more...)
- February 14, 2017
Meanwhile, headlines about refugees fleeing the US into Canada continued to dominate the news cycle, putting more pressure on Ottawa to answer critics calling on it to scrap a border agreement that automatically prevents asylum seekers from the USA from seeking refuge in Canada . (more...)
Hundreds of undocumented immigrants arrested
- February 14, 2017
However, ICE, which as a matter of course does not comment on upcoming or future operations, has described the law enforcement action as "routine, targeted arrests carried out by ICE's Fugitive Operations Teams on a daily basis". "The rash of these recent reports about ICE checkpoints and random sweeps and the like, it's all false, and that's definitely unsafe and irresponsible", he said. (more...)
- February 14, 2017
However, ICE, which as a matter of course does not comment on upcoming or future operations, has described the law enforcement action as "routine, targeted arrests carried out by ICE's Fugitive Operations Teams on a daily basis". "The rash of these recent reports about ICE checkpoints and random sweeps and the like, it's all false, and that's definitely unsafe and irresponsible", he said. (more...)
White House Still Claiming Voter Fraud, Still Not Producing Evidence
- February 14, 2017
But on February 9, the Washington Post claimed that during these calls, according to US officials, Flynn and the ambassador discussed American sanctions against Russian Federation. A single poll number can't always answer those puzzles, so here we look deeper at all the groups who support and oppose the Trump administration at its outset: who they are, what they want and - most of all - what might change their minds. (more...)
- February 14, 2017
But on February 9, the Washington Post claimed that during these calls, according to US officials, Flynn and the ambassador discussed American sanctions against Russian Federation. A single poll number can't always answer those puzzles, so here we look deeper at all the groups who support and oppose the Trump administration at its outset: who they are, what they want and - most of all - what might change their minds. (more...)
Donald Trump's MASSIVE North Korea security fail revealed in shock photos
- February 14, 2017
President Donald Trump a the White House Friday; their first visit since Trump took office. Trump complimented Abe on his "strong hands" afterwards, according to the White House pool reporter. After the press conference, as CNN first reported , Trump stopped by a wedding reception taking place in the 20,000-square-foot ballroom that he commissioned when he turned Mar-a-Lago into a private club in 1995. (more...)
- February 14, 2017
President Donald Trump a the White House Friday; their first visit since Trump took office. Trump complimented Abe on his "strong hands" afterwards, according to the White House pool reporter. After the press conference, as CNN first reported , Trump stopped by a wedding reception taking place in the 20,000-square-foot ballroom that he commissioned when he turned Mar-a-Lago into a private club in 1995. (more...)
Day Without Latinos': Thousands Protest Immigration Crackdown in Wisconsin
- February 14, 2017
Like many families in this county, there's a lot of hard workers. Milwaukee police officers blocked intersections to allow the massive crowd to move freely to the downtown courthouse. I will assign as many deputies to this initiative as I can. But some of those arrested didn't have criminal histories and were discovered to be undocumented during the sweeps. (more...)
- February 14, 2017
Like many families in this county, there's a lot of hard workers. Milwaukee police officers blocked intersections to allow the massive crowd to move freely to the downtown courthouse. I will assign as many deputies to this initiative as I can. But some of those arrested didn't have criminal histories and were discovered to be undocumented during the sweeps. (more...)
Shiv Sena threatens to sever ties with BJP yet again
- February 14, 2017
But listening to Uddhav Thackeray I am beginning to believe that he has finally moved out of the shadow of his father - his whipping criticism of the BJP is not unlike Bal Thackeray' s but he is tearing huge chunks off the BJP's sides with such a smile on the face (of the tiger, dare I say?) that it is leaving BJP leaders flustered and speechless. (more...)
- February 14, 2017
But listening to Uddhav Thackeray I am beginning to believe that he has finally moved out of the shadow of his father - his whipping criticism of the BJP is not unlike Bal Thackeray' s but he is tearing huge chunks off the BJP's sides with such a smile on the face (of the tiger, dare I say?) that it is leaving BJP leaders flustered and speechless. (more...)
Monday forecast: Slight chance of rain, still mild
- February 14, 2017
Some patchy drizzle is possible this afternoon, as a weak upper level disturbance tracks through the region. There is still the meager chance of an isolated sprinkle or shower tonight , otherwise, we'll be dry with some passing clouds. "Rain amounts, if any, look to range from.01" to.05". Winds are going to be from the east and temperatures are going to top out around 60 degrees. This will follow the coolest air of the week as highs will be in the mid to upper 30s. (more...)
- February 14, 2017
Some patchy drizzle is possible this afternoon, as a weak upper level disturbance tracks through the region. There is still the meager chance of an isolated sprinkle or shower tonight , otherwise, we'll be dry with some passing clouds. "Rain amounts, if any, look to range from.01" to.05". Winds are going to be from the east and temperatures are going to top out around 60 degrees. This will follow the coolest air of the week as highs will be in the mid to upper 30s. (more...)
Patriots' Brian Daboll Reportedly Expected To Interview For Alabama Coordinator Job
- February 14, 2017
Daboll never has been a full-time college assistant, but did serve as a graduate assistant for Tide coach Nick Saban at Michigan State from 1998-99. According to a Monday afternoon report from Bruce Feldman of FOX Sports , the Alabama Crimson Tide football program is already attempting to replace the recently departed Steve Sarkisian . (more...)
- February 14, 2017
Daboll never has been a full-time college assistant, but did serve as a graduate assistant for Tide coach Nick Saban at Michigan State from 1998-99. According to a Monday afternoon report from Bruce Feldman of FOX Sports , the Alabama Crimson Tide football program is already attempting to replace the recently departed Steve Sarkisian . (more...)
Ukip's Paul Nuttall stands by aide who re-tweeted racially-charged slogan
- February 14, 2017
The survey's findings are likely to add to calls for leader Jeremy Corbyn to stand down as some MPs and activists fear the party could be wiped out in areas traditionally seen as its heartlands in the north and midlands. "This is why thy vote Ukip this why they should vote for Paul". It dates back to 1964 when the election of campaign of Conservative Peter Griffiths featured the slogan: "If you want a n***** for a neighbour, vote Labour". (more...)
- February 14, 2017
The survey's findings are likely to add to calls for leader Jeremy Corbyn to stand down as some MPs and activists fear the party could be wiped out in areas traditionally seen as its heartlands in the north and midlands. "This is why thy vote Ukip this why they should vote for Paul". It dates back to 1964 when the election of campaign of Conservative Peter Griffiths featured the slogan: "If you want a n***** for a neighbour, vote Labour". (more...)
North Korea's ballistic missile test draws tough response from Trump
- February 14, 2017
While President Donald Trump hosted Japan's prime minister Shinzo Abe over the weekend, North Korea decided the time was right for another missile test. Just days ago it also reaffirmed its plan to conduct more space launches, which it staunchly defends but which have been criticised because they involve duel use technology that can be transferred to improve missiles. (more...)
- February 14, 2017
While President Donald Trump hosted Japan's prime minister Shinzo Abe over the weekend, North Korea decided the time was right for another missile test. Just days ago it also reaffirmed its plan to conduct more space launches, which it staunchly defends but which have been criticised because they involve duel use technology that can be transferred to improve missiles. (more...)
President Zuma Had Telephonic Discussions with President Trump of the USA
- February 14, 2017
News24 reported that Trump also held a "telephonic meeting" with Nigerian President Mohammadu Buhari on Monday at about 3.45 p.m. "The Presidency confirms a request from the White House for a telecon between President Zuma and President Trump this afternoon‚ 13/2/17‚" his office said in a statement . (more...)
- February 14, 2017
News24 reported that Trump also held a "telephonic meeting" with Nigerian President Mohammadu Buhari on Monday at about 3.45 p.m. "The Presidency confirms a request from the White House for a telecon between President Zuma and President Trump this afternoon‚ 13/2/17‚" his office said in a statement . (more...)
North Korea faces more sanctions after missile test
- February 14, 2017
Trump, in a joint statement with Abe, said Friday that he would push North Korea "to abandon its nuclear and ballistic missile programs and not to take any further provocative actions". "North Korea's repeated disregard of its global obligations is provocative and unacceptable", it said in a statement. "This intermediate ballistic missile is certainly unsafe", he said. (more...)
- February 14, 2017
Trump, in a joint statement with Abe, said Friday that he would push North Korea "to abandon its nuclear and ballistic missile programs and not to take any further provocative actions". "North Korea's repeated disregard of its global obligations is provocative and unacceptable", it said in a statement. "This intermediate ballistic missile is certainly unsafe", he said. (more...)
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