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GOP senator warns healthcare bill could put House majority at risk
- March 14, 2017
But during a Tuesday appearance on conservative radio host Hugh Hewitt's show , Cotton dismissed their line of thinking, calling it "political talk" and saying flatly that there was "no three-phase process". The third phase, meanwhile, could not use the budget reconciliation process the GOP is using for its current bill and would need Democratic support to clear the Senate. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
But during a Tuesday appearance on conservative radio host Hugh Hewitt's show , Cotton dismissed their line of thinking, calling it "political talk" and saying flatly that there was "no three-phase process". The third phase, meanwhile, could not use the budget reconciliation process the GOP is using for its current bill and would need Democratic support to clear the Senate. (more...)
Winter Storm Headed Toward Northeast
- March 14, 2017
A blizzard warning is in effect along the Atlantic coast from southern New Jersey to eastern CT, including eastern Pennsylvania and New York City . The heaviest snow is expected to occur between Monday night and noon on Tuesday, with additional light snow expected Tuesday afternoon and night. And, as it turns out, Winter Storm Stella underwent a major change in the early hours of Tuesday morning that meteorologists didn't expect - the rain-snow line moved farther north - which means ... (more...)
- March 14, 2017
A blizzard warning is in effect along the Atlantic coast from southern New Jersey to eastern CT, including eastern Pennsylvania and New York City . The heaviest snow is expected to occur between Monday night and noon on Tuesday, with additional light snow expected Tuesday afternoon and night. And, as it turns out, Winter Storm Stella underwent a major change in the early hours of Tuesday morning that meteorologists didn't expect - the rain-snow line moved farther north - which means ... (more...)
Brexit Bill faces final Parliamentary hurdle as Article 50 trigger looms
- March 14, 2017
If peers give it their backing this time, it would allow the prime minister to start the firing gun on exit talks as early as Tuesday. Once the United Kingdom has withdrawn under Article 50 , "the member of the European Council or of the Council representing the withdrawing member state shall not participate in the discussions of the European Council or Council or in decisions concerning it", the rule says. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
If peers give it their backing this time, it would allow the prime minister to start the firing gun on exit talks as early as Tuesday. Once the United Kingdom has withdrawn under Article 50 , "the member of the European Council or of the Council representing the withdrawing member state shall not participate in the discussions of the European Council or Council or in decisions concerning it", the rule says. (more...)
Winter Storm Warning, High Wind Warning Issued for Newport
- March 14, 2017
The precipitation will - mostly - end by Tuesday night , though lingering snow showers could continue into Wednesday. Temperatures are forecast for the low 20s Monday morning with wind gusts from the north between 10 and 15 miles per hour. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
The precipitation will - mostly - end by Tuesday night , though lingering snow showers could continue into Wednesday. Temperatures are forecast for the low 20s Monday morning with wind gusts from the north between 10 and 15 miles per hour. (more...)
Trains, Planes and Automobiles: your travel options during Winter Storm Stella
- March 14, 2017
A blizzard warning posted on AccuWeather .com on Monday read , "Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely". Gusting winds of 30 to 40 miles per hour peaking at 50 miles per hour along the coast will result in blizzard conditions through the evening. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
A blizzard warning posted on AccuWeather .com on Monday read , "Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely". Gusting winds of 30 to 40 miles per hour peaking at 50 miles per hour along the coast will result in blizzard conditions through the evening. (more...)
Cold temperatures continue, freeze warning until Thursday
- March 14, 2017
Freezing temperatures may kill sensitive plants left outdoors. Temperatures are expected to dip into the mid-to-lower 20s overnight, with the lowest temperatures in low-lying areas and in the northern part of the area. The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued a freeze warning across the Mid-South from 9 p.m. today through noon Wednesday. As of now, Saturday afternoon would dry out with highs in the lower 50s. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
Freezing temperatures may kill sensitive plants left outdoors. Temperatures are expected to dip into the mid-to-lower 20s overnight, with the lowest temperatures in low-lying areas and in the northern part of the area. The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued a freeze warning across the Mid-South from 9 p.m. today through noon Wednesday. As of now, Saturday afternoon would dry out with highs in the lower 50s. (more...)
Aid workers for Franklin Graham's Samaritan's Purse kidnapped in South Sudan
- March 14, 2017
The circumstances of the kidnappings was unclear. Meanwhile, Lul Ruai Koang, the SPLA spokesman in Juba, said in a separate press statement that the rebels attacked and abducted local staff from Samaritan's Purse and that they are being held to ransom in Mayendit. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
The circumstances of the kidnappings was unclear. Meanwhile, Lul Ruai Koang, the SPLA spokesman in Juba, said in a separate press statement that the rebels attacked and abducted local staff from Samaritan's Purse and that they are being held to ransom in Mayendit. (more...)
Korean crisis raises stakes of US-Israel missile cooperation
- March 14, 2017
Those nuclear weapons could be small enough to be delivered on a missile, creating a clear and present danger to North Korea's neighbors. The US Navy called the two-day drills "a trilateral missile warning informational link exercise". North Korea's multiple launches of nuclear-capable missiles were meant to signal to Washington and Seoul that Pyongyang would retaliate with a first strike created to pre-empt any such attempt and to overwhelm the Thaad system, which is created to ... (more...)
- March 14, 2017
Those nuclear weapons could be small enough to be delivered on a missile, creating a clear and present danger to North Korea's neighbors. The US Navy called the two-day drills "a trilateral missile warning informational link exercise". North Korea's multiple launches of nuclear-capable missiles were meant to signal to Washington and Seoul that Pyongyang would retaliate with a first strike created to pre-empt any such attempt and to overwhelm the Thaad system, which is created to ... (more...)
Pakistan PM: blasphemy on social media must be punished
- March 14, 2017
Some wear a chogha . "And that's fine. This is a freedom given to us by God". Meanwhile, The National Assembly today passed a joint resolution unanimously strongly denouncing the circulation of objectionable material about Holy Prophet [PBUH ] and his companions on the social media. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
Some wear a chogha . "And that's fine. This is a freedom given to us by God". Meanwhile, The National Assembly today passed a joint resolution unanimously strongly denouncing the circulation of objectionable material about Holy Prophet [PBUH ] and his companions on the social media. (more...)
Two UN peacekeepers missing in Congo
- March 14, 2017
Michael Sharp, 34, was working as a coordinator with the U.N. Group of Experts for the Democratic Republic of Congo. Sharp and Catalan are members of a group of experts appointed by the UN Secretary-General to monitor violations of Democratic Republic of Congo sanctions imposed by the Security Council. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
Michael Sharp, 34, was working as a coordinator with the U.N. Group of Experts for the Democratic Republic of Congo. Sharp and Catalan are members of a group of experts appointed by the UN Secretary-General to monitor violations of Democratic Republic of Congo sanctions imposed by the Security Council. (more...)
ROBERTS: Health care reform I would like to see
- March 14, 2017
NPR and dozens of member stations want to help the public understand where lawmakers in Congress stand as this debate continues. "We are going to repeal and replace Obamacare and we're going to do it with a three-pronged approach". I guess she knows that IL will just waste the money on our unfunded pension plans. The plan from House Republicans to repeal the Affordable Care Act would be disastrous for California. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
NPR and dozens of member stations want to help the public understand where lawmakers in Congress stand as this debate continues. "We are going to repeal and replace Obamacare and we're going to do it with a three-pronged approach". I guess she knows that IL will just waste the money on our unfunded pension plans. The plan from House Republicans to repeal the Affordable Care Act would be disastrous for California. (more...)
Pelosi says Obamacare compromise possible, if GOP reaches out
- March 14, 2017
You might, because you could receive less help from the government. "This is the closest we will ever get to repealing and replacing ObamaCare". The new proposal provides tax credits that are based mainly on your age. That could mean a wider variety of plans, including options with lower prices. To put that in perspective, the lowest cost plan available in Milwaukee for that family costs $11,640 a year - with deductibles that can top more than $13,000. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
You might, because you could receive less help from the government. "This is the closest we will ever get to repealing and replacing ObamaCare". The new proposal provides tax credits that are based mainly on your age. That could mean a wider variety of plans, including options with lower prices. To put that in perspective, the lowest cost plan available in Milwaukee for that family costs $11,640 a year - with deductibles that can top more than $13,000. (more...)
Afghanistan blast: one dead and almost 20 injured in deadly minibus explosion
- March 14, 2017
Another seven were policemen and the rest civilians. Helmand, notorious for poppy growing, is also a known Taliban stronghold. American military officials estimate the Afghan government controls less than 60 percent of the country, with eight of 14 districts in Helmand under insurgent control or influence as a resurgent Taliban gains strength following the withdrawal of worldwide troops from combat in 2014. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
Another seven were policemen and the rest civilians. Helmand, notorious for poppy growing, is also a known Taliban stronghold. American military officials estimate the Afghan government controls less than 60 percent of the country, with eight of 14 districts in Helmand under insurgent control or influence as a resurgent Taliban gains strength following the withdrawal of worldwide troops from combat in 2014. (more...)
The Future Of Healthcare: Obamacare Replacement Defended By Paul Ryan, Tom Price
- March 14, 2017
But by Election Day, Ryan was urging voters to elect Trump and produce a "unified Republican government". "His comments are not anywhere in keeping with our party's principles and values ", Ryan said during the October 10 call, Yahoo News reports. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
But by Election Day, Ryan was urging voters to elect Trump and produce a "unified Republican government". "His comments are not anywhere in keeping with our party's principles and values ", Ryan said during the October 10 call, Yahoo News reports. (more...)
Pa. hotel sued for providing rooms for prostitution, human trafficking
- March 14, 2017
According to CBS Philadelphia , the teen girl was paid $50 to have sex with several hundred men at the motel. The girl was allegedly treated "aggressively" and would have seemed scared, court documents claim, adding that she often "dressed in a sexually explicit manner". (more...)
- March 14, 2017
According to CBS Philadelphia , the teen girl was paid $50 to have sex with several hundred men at the motel. The girl was allegedly treated "aggressively" and would have seemed scared, court documents claim, adding that she often "dressed in a sexually explicit manner". (more...)
European Stocks Slip in Broad Decline Before Dutch Election, Fed
- March 14, 2017
Masashi Murata, senior strategist at Brown Brothers Harriman in Tokyo, said expectations for four US rate increases this year look excessive, and that the Fed meeting could help cool exaggerated policy tightening expectations. During January-October previous year, BI cut its benchmark rate six times by a total of 150 basis points (bps) to 4.75 percent. What investors are likely more interested to hear is what Fed Chair Janet Yellen says about the pace of future increases. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
Masashi Murata, senior strategist at Brown Brothers Harriman in Tokyo, said expectations for four US rate increases this year look excessive, and that the Fed meeting could help cool exaggerated policy tightening expectations. During January-October previous year, BI cut its benchmark rate six times by a total of 150 basis points (bps) to 4.75 percent. What investors are likely more interested to hear is what Fed Chair Janet Yellen says about the pace of future increases. (more...)
Brexit trigger looks set to be deferred
- March 14, 2017
May's comments come after the Brexit bill was backed by the House of Lords, this now means it can receive Royal Assent to become law. A May spokesman said Monday that she is not likely to make that move until the end of this month.The exit process is expected to take about two years as British and European Union officials negotiate exactly how to unwind the governmental and economic partnerships that come with European Union membership. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
May's comments come after the Brexit bill was backed by the House of Lords, this now means it can receive Royal Assent to become law. A May spokesman said Monday that she is not likely to make that move until the end of this month.The exit process is expected to take about two years as British and European Union officials negotiate exactly how to unwind the governmental and economic partnerships that come with European Union membership. (more...)
Sinn Féin demand border poll as Brexit trigger looms
- March 14, 2017
However, when Sinn Fein's Martin McGuinness resigned, January 9, as deputy First Minister, it triggered the automatic loss of office of the Democratic Unionist Party's (DUP ) First Minister Arlene Foster and the effective collapse of the Northern Ireland administration, the Executive, forcing an election, March 2 . (more...)
- March 14, 2017
However, when Sinn Fein's Martin McGuinness resigned, January 9, as deputy First Minister, it triggered the automatic loss of office of the Democratic Unionist Party's (DUP ) First Minister Arlene Foster and the effective collapse of the Northern Ireland administration, the Executive, forcing an election, March 2 . (more...)
NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament: Marquette Will Face Quinnipiac In The First Round!
- March 14, 2017
Coates sprained the ankle in a loss at Missouri on February 19 and sat out the next game, a win over Texas A&M. The Golden Eagles won their first BIG EAST Tournament title in program history and are riding an eight-game winning streak dating back to February 5. (more...)
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- March 14, 2017
Coates sprained the ankle in a loss at Missouri on February 19 and sat out the next game, a win over Texas A&M. The Golden Eagles won their first BIG EAST Tournament title in program history and are riding an eight-game winning streak dating back to February 5. (more...)
Many questions abound on GOP health care
- March 14, 2017
Paul writes in an e-mail to supporters, "I'm afraid too many of my colleagues, especially in the House leadership, appear to be leaning toward an " Obamacare Lite " approach". Trump tweeted Tuesday morning that interstate competition was coming in another phase of the health care rollout, which members of the administration echoed later. (more...)
- March 14, 2017
Paul writes in an e-mail to supporters, "I'm afraid too many of my colleagues, especially in the House leadership, appear to be leaning toward an " Obamacare Lite " approach". Trump tweeted Tuesday morning that interstate competition was coming in another phase of the health care rollout, which members of the administration echoed later. (more...)
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