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Canadians turn out the lights for 'Earth Hour'
- March 26, 2017
Earth Hour is a worldwide movement organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature. A kid holds a candle as he joins Earth Hour celebrations in Kochi. Conservation group WWF, which organises Earth Hour , said great strides had been made in highlighting the dire state of the planet. Building on the impact it has created in the last decade, in 2017, Earth Hour supporters in Spain and the United Kingdom are urging the government to deliver strong climate action and meet their commitments ... (more...)
- March 26, 2017
Earth Hour is a worldwide movement organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature. A kid holds a candle as he joins Earth Hour celebrations in Kochi. Conservation group WWF, which organises Earth Hour , said great strides had been made in highlighting the dire state of the planet. Building on the impact it has created in the last decade, in 2017, Earth Hour supporters in Spain and the United Kingdom are urging the government to deliver strong climate action and meet their commitments ... (more...)
Just 17 percent of voters back ObamaCare repeal plan
- March 26, 2017
The Quinnipiac poll is based on a survey of 1,056 voters nationwide between March 16 - 21 and has a margin of error of +/- 3 percentage points. According to a series of polls, almost every aspect of the dynamic unfolding around Republicans' plan to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act is unpopular. (more...)
- March 26, 2017
The Quinnipiac poll is based on a survey of 1,056 voters nationwide between March 16 - 21 and has a margin of error of +/- 3 percentage points. According to a series of polls, almost every aspect of the dynamic unfolding around Republicans' plan to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act is unpopular. (more...)
Bay Area Democrats pleased with American Health Care Act withdrawal
- March 26, 2017
He said that he supported parts of the Affordable Care Act that provided health insurance to low-income Americans and expectants mothers, benefits which could be lost in a repeal. Obama listed key new protections guaranteed in the current law - coverage for those with preexisting conditions, lower costs for prescription drugs for seniors and free preventive care - all of which could be stripped now. (more...)
- March 26, 2017
He said that he supported parts of the Affordable Care Act that provided health insurance to low-income Americans and expectants mothers, benefits which could be lost in a repeal. Obama listed key new protections guaranteed in the current law - coverage for those with preexisting conditions, lower costs for prescription drugs for seniors and free preventive care - all of which could be stripped now. (more...)
Pakistan nods Raheel Sharif to lead Saudi military alliance
- March 26, 2017
He further said that the Saudi government had in writing requested Pakistan for the services of Gen Raheel. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif in a statement said that General (retd) Raheel Sharif has been allowed to lead the 34-nation Islamic military alliance. (more...)
- March 26, 2017
He further said that the Saudi government had in writing requested Pakistan for the services of Gen Raheel. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif in a statement said that General (retd) Raheel Sharif has been allowed to lead the 34-nation Islamic military alliance. (more...)
An FIR registered against Shirish Kunder for slamming UP CM Yogi Adityanath
- March 26, 2017
Though CM during his brief speech did not mention the law and order situation during the regime of previous government, he ensured that UP government will help the state to emerge from poor governance. 'Josh mein hosh naa khoye' (don't lose sense in excitement). In the afternoon, Yogi Adityanath will be meeting the BJP workers at Bebiganj in Gorakhpur . (more...)
- March 26, 2017
Though CM during his brief speech did not mention the law and order situation during the regime of previous government, he ensured that UP government will help the state to emerge from poor governance. 'Josh mein hosh naa khoye' (don't lose sense in excitement). In the afternoon, Yogi Adityanath will be meeting the BJP workers at Bebiganj in Gorakhpur . (more...)
Hartzler staff meets with protesters as health care vote postponed
- March 26, 2017
Whatever is done in the coming years, we don't want to replace the ACA with a system that is inadequate, doesn't serve the uninsurable and threatens to bankrupt the country. "That's not a position we should be put in as a community". Davis, who represents much of Central Illinois, including parts of the Twin Cities, called Obamacare "a complete failure". (more...)
- March 26, 2017
Whatever is done in the coming years, we don't want to replace the ACA with a system that is inadequate, doesn't serve the uninsurable and threatens to bankrupt the country. "That's not a position we should be put in as a community". Davis, who represents much of Central Illinois, including parts of the Twin Cities, called Obamacare "a complete failure". (more...)
Pakistan to observe Earth hour today
- March 26, 2017
There is no data available from BC Hydro for 2016 because the World Wildlife Federation, which now sponsors the event, moved Earth Hour to earlier in March. Earth Hour is a worldwide movement for the planet organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). For many years individuals and businesses in the town have been getting on board by turning the lights off, choosing to do things that don't require electricity or power, such as family board or card games by candle light. (more...)
- March 26, 2017
There is no data available from BC Hydro for 2016 because the World Wildlife Federation, which now sponsors the event, moved Earth Hour to earlier in March. Earth Hour is a worldwide movement for the planet organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). For many years individuals and businesses in the town have been getting on board by turning the lights off, choosing to do things that don't require electricity or power, such as family board or card games by candle light. (more...)
One killed, 14 injured at Cincinnati nightclub shooting
- March 26, 2017
Police said hundreds were in the nightclub at the time of the shooting, calling it a "chaotic scene". Fifteen people were shot. Police do not have any suspects in custody, but are interviewing witnesses. Franz said several victims attempted to drive themselves to the hospital. The Facebook page says the club is restricted to people 21 and up on Saturday nights and is open until 4 a.m. (more...)
- March 26, 2017
Police said hundreds were in the nightclub at the time of the shooting, calling it a "chaotic scene". Fifteen people were shot. Police do not have any suspects in custody, but are interviewing witnesses. Franz said several victims attempted to drive themselves to the hospital. The Facebook page says the club is restricted to people 21 and up on Saturday nights and is open until 4 a.m. (more...)
Obama Just Broke His Silence To Defend The Affordable Care Act
- March 26, 2017
Repealing Obamacare has been a top priority for Republicans since the law's inception. "There are a lot of ideas on the table from various parties in Congress and from the Trump administration , none of which meet the stated goals of making sure people don't lose coverage under whatever changes are implemented", he said . (more...)
- March 26, 2017
Repealing Obamacare has been a top priority for Republicans since the law's inception. "There are a lot of ideas on the table from various parties in Congress and from the Trump administration , none of which meet the stated goals of making sure people don't lose coverage under whatever changes are implemented", he said . (more...)
Donald Trump: I Never Said We'd Repeal Obamacare Immediately (He Did)
- March 26, 2017
Instead, in a subsequent conversation with the New York Times , Trump argued that it was somehow Democrats' fault while distancing himself from the health care bill he was personally championing just hours earlier . "This bill is pure greed, and real people will suffer and die from it", said Rep. Pramila Jayapal of Washington state. As Nevada Republican Mark Amodei put it, the GOP caucus "didn't spend a lot talking about a unified Republican vision for what we should do with healthcare ... (more...)
- March 26, 2017
Instead, in a subsequent conversation with the New York Times , Trump argued that it was somehow Democrats' fault while distancing himself from the health care bill he was personally championing just hours earlier . "This bill is pure greed, and real people will suffer and die from it", said Rep. Pramila Jayapal of Washington state. As Nevada Republican Mark Amodei put it, the GOP caucus "didn't spend a lot talking about a unified Republican vision for what we should do with healthcare ... (more...)
The Biggest Takeaways From Sean Spicer's Press Briefing Just Now
- March 26, 2017
But if the bill stumbles, recriminations will abound. Asked whether there was an alternative plan to the current bill, Spicer replied: "No.it's going to pass". "It's going to pass". Spicer also noted that Trump had been making calls past 11 p.m. Wednesday night to try and bring members on board. Sources later told Fox News that the White House was anticipating a vote after midnight, but that was before the vote was canceled. (more...)
- March 26, 2017
But if the bill stumbles, recriminations will abound. Asked whether there was an alternative plan to the current bill, Spicer replied: "No.it's going to pass". "It's going to pass". Spicer also noted that Trump had been making calls past 11 p.m. Wednesday night to try and bring members on board. Sources later told Fox News that the White House was anticipating a vote after midnight, but that was before the vote was canceled. (more...)
Lindsey Graham on health care: Republicans and Democrats need to work together
- March 26, 2017
Under the House Republican proposal, 24 million people-disproportionately people of color, seniors, those with low incomes and underserved-would lose their care. One member of the Connecticut Delegation reacted after the House GOP abruptly pulled the health care bill on Friday afternoon. Phase two will likely involve numerous administrative changes from DHHS, including the relaxation of essential health benefits and making public exchanges more insurer-friendly, and phase three will see the ... (more...)
- March 26, 2017
Under the House Republican proposal, 24 million people-disproportionately people of color, seniors, those with low incomes and underserved-would lose their care. One member of the Connecticut Delegation reacted after the House GOP abruptly pulled the health care bill on Friday afternoon. Phase two will likely involve numerous administrative changes from DHHS, including the relaxation of essential health benefits and making public exchanges more insurer-friendly, and phase three will see the ... (more...)
Trumpcare Vote Yanked In First Blow To Donald Trump Presidency
- March 26, 2017
Trump said he does not blame the members of the Freedom Caucus. But members left that meeting unsatisfied, NewsHour's Lisa Desjardins reported, without any promises to carry the bill forward. "In my district, right now there's a lot of misunderstanding as to what it is we're doing", he said . Donald Trump in the Oval Office the day his health care bill failed. (more...)
- March 26, 2017
Trump said he does not blame the members of the Freedom Caucus. But members left that meeting unsatisfied, NewsHour's Lisa Desjardins reported, without any promises to carry the bill forward. "In my district, right now there's a lot of misunderstanding as to what it is we're doing", he said . Donald Trump in the Oval Office the day his health care bill failed. (more...)
London attack: NYPD steps up security at British locations in NYC
- March 26, 2017
The NYPD is ramping up security at several high-profile British targets in New York City, including the British Consulate and United Nations Mission, in the wake of a suspected terror attack in London. "At this time our domestic security posture remains unchanged", the statement said. Spicer condemned the attack and said the White House "applauds the quick response of British police and first responders". (more...)
- March 26, 2017
The NYPD is ramping up security at several high-profile British targets in New York City, including the British Consulate and United Nations Mission, in the wake of a suspected terror attack in London. "At this time our domestic security posture remains unchanged", the statement said. Spicer condemned the attack and said the White House "applauds the quick response of British police and first responders". (more...)
Earth Hour plunges homes, landmarks and DIA into darkness
- March 26, 2017
Anuj Mathur, Chief Executive Officer, Canara HSBC Oriental Bank of Commerce Life Insurance said, "We are pleased to partner for the 9th consecutive year with WWF-India for the Earth Hour "Pedal for the Planet" initiative". "That's why it's great that MPs are giving their support to this year's campaign and we hope they will inspire many others in their constituencies and communities to sign up and get involved on 25 March". (more...)
- March 26, 2017
Anuj Mathur, Chief Executive Officer, Canara HSBC Oriental Bank of Commerce Life Insurance said, "We are pleased to partner for the 9th consecutive year with WWF-India for the Earth Hour "Pedal for the Planet" initiative". "That's why it's great that MPs are giving their support to this year's campaign and we hope they will inspire many others in their constituencies and communities to sign up and get involved on 25 March". (more...)
US Investigating Whether Its Mosul Airstrikes Caused Mass Civilian Casualties
- March 26, 2017
Local witnesses said hundreds died in western Mosul when a coalition strike set off nearby auto bombs, destroying a densely populated residential block. In total as many as 350 civilians may have been killed, according to NBC News . And Basma Bassem, a member of the Mosul City Council, told CNN that the death toll could rise significantly because rescue operations are still underway. (more...)
- March 26, 2017
Local witnesses said hundreds died in western Mosul when a coalition strike set off nearby auto bombs, destroying a densely populated residential block. In total as many as 350 civilians may have been killed, according to NBC News . And Basma Bassem, a member of the Mosul City Council, told CNN that the death toll could rise significantly because rescue operations are still underway. (more...)
Trump 'disappointed, a little surprised' by stinging health care defeat
- March 26, 2017
President Trump makes a statement after the health care reform bill he supported was pulled ahead of a vote in the House. Saturday morning he tweeted , "Obamacare will explode and we will all get together and piece together a great healthcare plan for the people, do not worry". (more...)
- March 26, 2017
President Trump makes a statement after the health care reform bill he supported was pulled ahead of a vote in the House. Saturday morning he tweeted , "Obamacare will explode and we will all get together and piece together a great healthcare plan for the people, do not worry". (more...)
Local providers, patients voice support for Affordable Care Act
- March 26, 2017
The plan would have cut millions of dollars to Medicaid, eliminated tax subsidies for people who buy health insurance plans on HealthSource RI, and could have lifted the requirement that insurers cover 10 "essential health benefits", such as free preventive care and mental health care. (more...)
- March 26, 2017
The plan would have cut millions of dollars to Medicaid, eliminated tax subsidies for people who buy health insurance plans on HealthSource RI, and could have lifted the requirement that insurers cover 10 "essential health benefits", such as free preventive care and mental health care. (more...)
OH shooting: 1 killed, 13 injured at Cincinnati nightclub, says police
- March 26, 2017
According to some reports, the gunman is reportedly still on the loose. "It's going to be a long night for our homicide units to investigate". Police told WLWT that several victims have life-threatening injuries and are undergoing surgery. (more...)
- March 26, 2017
According to some reports, the gunman is reportedly still on the loose. "It's going to be a long night for our homicide units to investigate". Police told WLWT that several victims have life-threatening injuries and are undergoing surgery. (more...)
Healthcare failure a major embarrassment for Trump
- March 26, 2017
Cliff Rouse, a 34-year-old banker from Kinston, North Carolina, likewise was willing to give the president he helped elect a chance to make good on his promise. Tax credits, they said, only perpetuate a costly entitlement that contribute to the staggering national debt. Will individual coverage cost more? Or else: "I'm gonna come after you", Trump told North Carolina Rep. (more...)
- March 26, 2017
Cliff Rouse, a 34-year-old banker from Kinston, North Carolina, likewise was willing to give the president he helped elect a chance to make good on his promise. Tax credits, they said, only perpetuate a costly entitlement that contribute to the staggering national debt. Will individual coverage cost more? Or else: "I'm gonna come after you", Trump told North Carolina Rep. (more...)
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