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On health care, reformers should keep trying
- April 01, 2017
Weber, who didn't vote for Ryan for speaker in January, even complimented Ryan and said that he texted the speaker over the weekend when some conservative media figures pushed for him to step down and told him "don't even think about it". White House press secretary Sean Spicer was asked Tuesday whether the White House is involved in any renegotiations of the health care bill. But Republicans have faced resistance within their own party, with the conservative House Freedom Caucus refusing ... (more...)
- April 01, 2017
Weber, who didn't vote for Ryan for speaker in January, even complimented Ryan and said that he texted the speaker over the weekend when some conservative media figures pushed for him to step down and told him "don't even think about it". White House press secretary Sean Spicer was asked Tuesday whether the White House is involved in any renegotiations of the health care bill. But Republicans have faced resistance within their own party, with the conservative House Freedom Caucus refusing ... (more...)
Nine Malaysians arrive home from Pyongyang post Kim row
- April 01, 2017
The other North Koreans named by Malaysian investigators are all back in North Korea. Singapore's daily Strait Times quoted Malaysian Foreign Minister Anifah Aman, as saying that the investigation into the murder of Jong-Nam would continue "to bring the perpetrators to justice". (more...)
- April 01, 2017
The other North Koreans named by Malaysian investigators are all back in North Korea. Singapore's daily Strait Times quoted Malaysian Foreign Minister Anifah Aman, as saying that the investigation into the murder of Jong-Nam would continue "to bring the perpetrators to justice". (more...)
Britain downplays security row as Brexit wrangling begins
- April 01, 2017
The parliament itself will not be in the negotiating chair but the legislature will have to approve any Brexit deal. Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, who said the Brexit vote means Scotland should get a referendum on independence, accused May of making "a reckless gamble". (more...)
- April 01, 2017
The parliament itself will not be in the negotiating chair but the legislature will have to approve any Brexit deal. Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, who said the Brexit vote means Scotland should get a referendum on independence, accused May of making "a reckless gamble". (more...)
Unexpectedly strong win for Merkel's party in German state elections
- April 01, 2017
The outcome was disappointing for her center-left rivals, the Social Democrats, in their first electoral test since nominating Martin Schulz in January as Merkel's rival for the chancellery. She has also been accused of shifting her party to the left and co-opting some of the SPD's policies, thereby fuelling the rise of the AfD. The CDU has governed the state for 18 years. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
The outcome was disappointing for her center-left rivals, the Social Democrats, in their first electoral test since nominating Martin Schulz in January as Merkel's rival for the chancellery. She has also been accused of shifting her party to the left and co-opting some of the SPD's policies, thereby fuelling the rise of the AfD. The CDU has governed the state for 18 years. (more...)
Judge questions narrowing travel ban block
- April 01, 2017
The ruling , by USA district judge Derrick Watson, turns an earlier restraining order into a preliminary injunction, as part of a legal challenge brought by the state of Hawaii against what it alleges is an unconstitutional religious ban. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
The ruling , by USA district judge Derrick Watson, turns an earlier restraining order into a preliminary injunction, as part of a legal challenge brought by the state of Hawaii against what it alleges is an unconstitutional religious ban. (more...)
Republicans mostly blame Congress for healthcare reform failure - Reuters/Ipsos poll
- April 01, 2017
Democrats definitely didn't want it. It appeared the first lady was wearing a $1,495 Whistler stretch-crepe dress designed by Roland Mouret. Weber, who didn't vote for Ryan for speaker in January, even complimented Ryan and said that he texted the speaker over the weekend when some conservative media figures pushed for him to step down and told him "don't even think about it". (more...)
- April 01, 2017
Democrats definitely didn't want it. It appeared the first lady was wearing a $1,495 Whistler stretch-crepe dress designed by Roland Mouret. Weber, who didn't vote for Ryan for speaker in January, even complimented Ryan and said that he texted the speaker over the weekend when some conservative media figures pushed for him to step down and told him "don't even think about it". (more...)
Cyclone Debbie rips through Australia as police chief warns of fatalities
- April 01, 2017
The storm's winds gusted to 160 mph and preliminary reports suggest that around 30 inches of rain fell over the course of 24 hours in some locations. Trees have been uprooted with debris tossed into streets and there has been widespread flooding. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
The storm's winds gusted to 160 mph and preliminary reports suggest that around 30 inches of rain fell over the course of 24 hours in some locations. Trees have been uprooted with debris tossed into streets and there has been widespread flooding. (more...)
Model X hits police motorcycle; driver blames Autopilot
- April 01, 2017
So we will have Tesla Models S, 3, X, Y (the model 3 so-named because Ford has trademarked E) - we'll leave you to work-out the alphabetical connection. Although this is done automatically, the process requires users to drive the auto for several days on highways with clear markings. The Lane Departure Warning feature is created to alert the driver when the Tesla leaves its marked lane without a turn signal active, while the High-Speed Autosteer keeps the vehicle within a lane and ... (more...)
- April 01, 2017
So we will have Tesla Models S, 3, X, Y (the model 3 so-named because Ford has trademarked E) - we'll leave you to work-out the alphabetical connection. Although this is done automatically, the process requires users to drive the auto for several days on highways with clear markings. The Lane Departure Warning feature is created to alert the driver when the Tesla leaves its marked lane without a turn signal active, while the High-Speed Autosteer keeps the vehicle within a lane and ... (more...)
Manchin shares details on Gorsuch support
- April 01, 2017
It is especially hard to buy into that narrative considering that Senator Bernie Sanders was a big victor in Heitkamp's state, indicating that there is an untapped bubble of progressivism in the state that the DNC is feeding a steady diet of nothing but purple Democrats. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
It is especially hard to buy into that narrative considering that Senator Bernie Sanders was a big victor in Heitkamp's state, indicating that there is an untapped bubble of progressivism in the state that the DNC is feeding a steady diet of nothing but purple Democrats. (more...)
Democrats Say It's Pretty Obvious Why Michael Flynn Wants Immunity
- April 01, 2017
Kelner released a statement late Thursday after The Wall Street Journal first reported that Flynn's negotiations with the committee included discussions of immunity. Trying to fend off the growing criticism, Trump's top lawyer invited lawmakers from both parties to view classified information at the White House. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
Kelner released a statement late Thursday after The Wall Street Journal first reported that Flynn's negotiations with the committee included discussions of immunity. Trying to fend off the growing criticism, Trump's top lawyer invited lawmakers from both parties to view classified information at the White House. (more...)
Trump directs agencies to examine trade abuses
- April 01, 2017
House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Kevin BradyKevin BradyTrump signs executive orders ramping up trade enforcement Tax reform an important part of pro-consumer energy policy GOP torn over what to do next MORE (R-Texas) said that "while it is important to examine the causes of our trade deficits , we know that there are many causes that have nothing to do with trade agreements, including the status of the USA dollar as the world's reserve currency and the widespread use of the USA ... (more...)
- April 01, 2017
House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Kevin BradyKevin BradyTrump signs executive orders ramping up trade enforcement Tax reform an important part of pro-consumer energy policy GOP torn over what to do next MORE (R-Texas) said that "while it is important to examine the causes of our trade deficits , we know that there are many causes that have nothing to do with trade agreements, including the status of the USA dollar as the world's reserve currency and the widespread use of the USA ... (more...)
White House resists Sally Yates from testifying about Trump-Russia links
- April 01, 2017
He communicated as much in a letter he sent on Friday, the very same day Nunes canceled the hearing. As Gary Kasparov, the Russian dissident and former world chess champion, said in a tweet: "The house is on fire, Trump is running around with a box of matches, and the GOP demands to know who called the fire department". (more...)
- April 01, 2017
He communicated as much in a letter he sent on Friday, the very same day Nunes canceled the hearing. As Gary Kasparov, the Russian dissident and former world chess champion, said in a tweet: "The house is on fire, Trump is running around with a box of matches, and the GOP demands to know who called the fire department". (more...)
Paul Manafort reportedly worked on behalf of Russian interests
- April 01, 2017
Gordon, who served as a national security adviser, were 'fringe players" whom Trump doesn't know personally. The president himself is surely acting like a guilty child, having issued juvenile tweets in the early morning hours of the House Intelligence Committee's March 20 hearing, declaiming the FBI's investigation as " fake news ". (more...)
- April 01, 2017
Gordon, who served as a national security adviser, were 'fringe players" whom Trump doesn't know personally. The president himself is surely acting like a guilty child, having issued juvenile tweets in the early morning hours of the House Intelligence Committee's March 20 hearing, declaiming the FBI's investigation as " fake news ". (more...)
Probe into Mosul blast moves to formal investigation -US general
- April 01, 2017
Faced with their toughest fight against IS yet, Iraqi and coalition forces have increasingly turned to airstrikes and artillery to clear and hold territory in Mosul's west. Lt. Gen. Stephen Townsend said that it has likely played a part in a recent strike in the Iraqi city of Mosul that resulted in high civilian casualties. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
Faced with their toughest fight against IS yet, Iraqi and coalition forces have increasingly turned to airstrikes and artillery to clear and hold territory in Mosul's west. Lt. Gen. Stephen Townsend said that it has likely played a part in a recent strike in the Iraqi city of Mosul that resulted in high civilian casualties. (more...)
Rex Tillerson on Being Secretary of State: 'I Didn't Want This Job'
- April 01, 2017
Tillerson is expected to stay alongside Trump and greet the Chinese president on his visit to the US on April 6 and 7. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said in a new interview that it wasn't his idea to become America's top diplomat, and he was "stunned" that President Trump offered him the job. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
Tillerson is expected to stay alongside Trump and greet the Chinese president on his visit to the US on April 6 and 7. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said in a new interview that it wasn't his idea to become America's top diplomat, and he was "stunned" that President Trump offered him the job. (more...)
Jacob Zuma sacks finance minister in attempt to control succession
- April 01, 2017
The EFF called it "a last resort", with party leader Julius Malema accusing parliament, which is dominated by the ANC, of failing in its duty to hold the president accountable. South Africa's two main opposition parties took aim at President Jacob Zuma with one appealing to the highest court to order impeachment proceedings and the other announcing it will launch a vote of no confidence in the president. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
The EFF called it "a last resort", with party leader Julius Malema accusing parliament, which is dominated by the ANC, of failing in its duty to hold the president accountable. South Africa's two main opposition parties took aim at President Jacob Zuma with one appealing to the highest court to order impeachment proceedings and the other announcing it will launch a vote of no confidence in the president. (more...)
US President Trump faces questions of interference in investigations
- April 01, 2017
If the White House had a role in giving Nunes the intelligence, which he then shared with Trump, it could create more doubts about the independence of the probe, which includes looking into any possible links between the Trump campaign and Russian Federation. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
If the White House had a role in giving Nunes the intelligence, which he then shared with Trump, it could create more doubts about the independence of the probe, which includes looking into any possible links between the Trump campaign and Russian Federation. (more...)
CBP solicits for contractors to build "physically imposing" border wall
- April 01, 2017
According to the design specifications, the government is planning for a 30-foot high wall, though "designs with heights of at least 18 feet may be acceptable". There's no mention of the aesthetics on the Mexican side. Earlier this week, the White House requested $3 billion more for Homeland Security, with some of that intended for planning and building the border wall. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
According to the design specifications, the government is planning for a 30-foot high wall, though "designs with heights of at least 18 feet may be acceptable". There's no mention of the aesthetics on the Mexican side. Earlier this week, the White House requested $3 billion more for Homeland Security, with some of that intended for planning and building the border wall. (more...)
Top staff in Trump administration worth billions, records show
- April 01, 2017
The documents show that the couple, who are both officially close advisers to the president, are still getting income from holdings valued at between US$240 million (S$335.3 million) and US$740 million. Bannon also disclosed that he earned slightly less than $200,000 a year ago as executive director of Breitbart News Network LLC, before he resigned to join Trump's campaign last August. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
The documents show that the couple, who are both officially close advisers to the president, are still getting income from holdings valued at between US$240 million (S$335.3 million) and US$740 million. Bannon also disclosed that he earned slightly less than $200,000 a year ago as executive director of Breitbart News Network LLC, before he resigned to join Trump's campaign last August. (more...)
Anti-Brexit protest draws thousands to central London
- April 01, 2017
May has said she will respond to a major demand of the Brexit campaign by cutting the numbers of EU immigrants who move to Britain - hundreds of thousands every year - and will have to pull Britain out of the European single market to do so. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
May has said she will respond to a major demand of the Brexit campaign by cutting the numbers of EU immigrants who move to Britain - hundreds of thousands every year - and will have to pull Britain out of the European single market to do so. (more...)
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