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Finish the work Martin started, says Clinton
- April 01, 2017
McGuinness will be laid to rest in Derry today, with President Michael D Higgins , Taoiseach Enda Kenny , DUP leader Arlene Foster, former USA president Bill Clinton and former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair expected to be amongst the thousands in attendance. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
McGuinness will be laid to rest in Derry today, with President Michael D Higgins , Taoiseach Enda Kenny , DUP leader Arlene Foster, former USA president Bill Clinton and former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair expected to be amongst the thousands in attendance. (more...)
Texas church bus crash: NTSB wants to interview truck driver
- April 01, 2017
Mr Kuchler said the truck had crossed the centre line several times while he followed it. "I'm sorry.'" Kuchler had already called law enforcement to report Young's erratic driving down USA 83 nearly a half hour before he slammed into the van. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
Mr Kuchler said the truck had crossed the centre line several times while he followed it. "I'm sorry.'" Kuchler had already called law enforcement to report Young's erratic driving down USA 83 nearly a half hour before he slammed into the van. (more...)
Nikki Haley Is Unmatched Favorite At AIPAC Conference
- April 01, 2017
Under Trump, said Pence, "if the world knows nothing else, the world will know this: America stands with Israel". It is making for an unusual American Israel Public Affairs Committee conference, one relieved of the strains that marked the last years of President Barack Obama's tenure but also filled with significant uncertainty. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
Under Trump, said Pence, "if the world knows nothing else, the world will know this: America stands with Israel". It is making for an unusual American Israel Public Affairs Committee conference, one relieved of the strains that marked the last years of President Barack Obama's tenure but also filled with significant uncertainty. (more...)
Trump walks out before signing executive orders
- April 01, 2017
It would ensure that the USA fully collects all duties imposed on foreign importers that "cheat", Trump told reporters in the Oval Office. The pair of orders are expected a week before Mr Trump meets the Chinese president at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
It would ensure that the USA fully collects all duties imposed on foreign importers that "cheat", Trump told reporters in the Oval Office. The pair of orders are expected a week before Mr Trump meets the Chinese president at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida. (more...)
Arab leaders: Two-state solution best option in Israeli-Palestinian conflict
- April 01, 2017
Palestinian Authority president Mahmoud Abbas met with Jason Greenblatt, an adviser to USA president Donald Trump, on the eve of the summit on Tuesday. Jason Greenblatt, Trump's global envoy, held talks with Abbas, along with the foreign ministers of Jordan, Egypt, and Qatar, on the sidelines of the summit. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
Palestinian Authority president Mahmoud Abbas met with Jason Greenblatt, an adviser to USA president Donald Trump, on the eve of the summit on Tuesday. Jason Greenblatt, Trump's global envoy, held talks with Abbas, along with the foreign ministers of Jordan, Egypt, and Qatar, on the sidelines of the summit. (more...)
3 arrested in connection to fire that caused I-85 collapse
- April 01, 2017
The elevated span of highway collapsed about 7 p.m. ET, as crews battling the fire got out of danger's way. And, since the city was struggling with traffic even before this mess, maybe some people will stick with transit. Amelia Ford of Atlanta picked another route to work by vehicle and said it took her 45 minutes to travel 3 miles from her home to the nearest open on-ramp to the interstate. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
The elevated span of highway collapsed about 7 p.m. ET, as crews battling the fire got out of danger's way. And, since the city was struggling with traffic even before this mess, maybe some people will stick with transit. Amelia Ford of Atlanta picked another route to work by vehicle and said it took her 45 minutes to travel 3 miles from her home to the nearest open on-ramp to the interstate. (more...)
Thousands Flee Mosul Daily as IS Battle Intensifies
- April 01, 2017
With the backing of United States advisers, paramilitary troops and air forces, Iraqi troops have been trying to push the remaining Daesh elements from western Mosul , in a move that would finally topple the "Islamic Caliphate" established by the jihadis in Iraq in 2014. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
With the backing of United States advisers, paramilitary troops and air forces, Iraqi troops have been trying to push the remaining Daesh elements from western Mosul , in a move that would finally topple the "Islamic Caliphate" established by the jihadis in Iraq in 2014. (more...)
FM Arun Jaitley pegs GDP growth at 7.7 percent in 2018
- April 01, 2017
This is the First Loan Agreement for NDB assisted project in India. He said emerging economies are facing newer challenges in the form of inward-looking policies of protectionism and increased geopolitical tension. "NDB President KV Kamath has done a commendable job". Seven projects have been done so far which aggregate around Dollars 1.5 billion. Jaitley further said that NDB has come up amid huge expectations in a hard time for the global economy. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
This is the First Loan Agreement for NDB assisted project in India. He said emerging economies are facing newer challenges in the form of inward-looking policies of protectionism and increased geopolitical tension. "NDB President KV Kamath has done a commendable job". Seven projects have been done so far which aggregate around Dollars 1.5 billion. Jaitley further said that NDB has come up amid huge expectations in a hard time for the global economy. (more...)
Kim Jong watches ground jet test of new high-thrust engine
- April 01, 2017
China has agreed reluctantly to U.N. Security Council resolutions sanctioning North Korea, but is adamantly opposed to measures that might bring about a collapse of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's regime. South Korea's military acknowledged Monday that the test, which apparently was conducted on Saturday, showed the North was developing a more sophisticated engine. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
China has agreed reluctantly to U.N. Security Council resolutions sanctioning North Korea, but is adamantly opposed to measures that might bring about a collapse of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's regime. South Korea's military acknowledged Monday that the test, which apparently was conducted on Saturday, showed the North was developing a more sophisticated engine. (more...)
China warns India against allowing Dalai Lama to visit Arunachal Pradesh
- April 01, 2017
China is already guilty of blocking the flow of Brahmaputra river to India and Bangladesh by constructing dams across Brahmaputra river in Tibet. "We are gravely concerned", Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lu Kang said in Beijing today. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
China is already guilty of blocking the flow of Brahmaputra river to India and Bangladesh by constructing dams across Brahmaputra river in Tibet. "We are gravely concerned", Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lu Kang said in Beijing today. (more...)
Nunes Got Surveillance Claims From White House Officials
- April 01, 2017
The committee is leading the House investigation into Russia's influence on the 2016 election. The sources also gave Nunes the serial numbers of reports that documented the activity. In past White Houses, the first question has gone to a designated reporter or news organization - most recently, the Associated Press. They spoke only on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss the internal matter. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
The committee is leading the House investigation into Russia's influence on the 2016 election. The sources also gave Nunes the serial numbers of reports that documented the activity. In past White Houses, the first question has gone to a designated reporter or news organization - most recently, the Associated Press. They spoke only on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss the internal matter. (more...)
Peters: Trump Environment Order Will 'Make America's Air Dirty Again'
- April 01, 2017
Climate activists expressed concern the new United States position would jeopardise negotiations to implement the Paris agreement, which are set to be completed in 2018, and urged the European Union to step into the breach. He is a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lu Kang said climate change was a common challenge for everyone and the Paris agreement was a landmark that came about with the hard work of the global community, including China ... (more...)
- April 01, 2017
Climate activists expressed concern the new United States position would jeopardise negotiations to implement the Paris agreement, which are set to be completed in 2018, and urged the European Union to step into the breach. He is a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lu Kang said climate change was a common challenge for everyone and the Paris agreement was a landmark that came about with the hard work of the global community, including China ... (more...)
Activists say IS evacuating Raqqa over dam fears
- April 01, 2017
SDF forces were helicoptered behind IS lines last week by USA forces to begin their assault on the dam, which is about 55 km west of Raqqa. He did not elaborate. United Nations envoy Staffan de Mistura hosted Mr al-Ja'afari at United Nations offices in Geneva for the talks set to take place over at least several days around issues of governance, elections, a new constitution and the fight against terrorism. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
SDF forces were helicoptered behind IS lines last week by USA forces to begin their assault on the dam, which is about 55 km west of Raqqa. He did not elaborate. United Nations envoy Staffan de Mistura hosted Mr al-Ja'afari at United Nations offices in Geneva for the talks set to take place over at least several days around issues of governance, elections, a new constitution and the fight against terrorism. (more...)
Venezuela president tightens grip with court 'coup'
- April 01, 2017
Venezuela's jailed opposition leader Leopoldo Lopez called on his supporters to take to the streets and "reject dictatorship and rescue democracy" while National Assembly Speaker Julio Borges called on the military to join the opposition. "As long as the National Assembly's contempt of court and invalidity persist, parliamentary powers shall be exercised directly by (the Supreme Court's) constitutional chamber or by the body it designates to safeguard the rule of law", it said late Wednesday ... (more...)
- April 01, 2017
Venezuela's jailed opposition leader Leopoldo Lopez called on his supporters to take to the streets and "reject dictatorship and rescue democracy" while National Assembly Speaker Julio Borges called on the military to join the opposition. "As long as the National Assembly's contempt of court and invalidity persist, parliamentary powers shall be exercised directly by (the Supreme Court's) constitutional chamber or by the body it designates to safeguard the rule of law", it said late Wednesday ... (more...)
Trump travel ban: Hawaii judge places indefinite hold
- April 01, 2017
Watson's ruling covers another provision in the revised order that suspends refugee resettlements. The Trump administration argued both travel bans were meant to enhance US security - not discriminate against Muslims . Several hours later, he issued a 24-page order blocking the government from suspending new visas for travelers from six Muslim-majority countries and from halting the US refugee program. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
Watson's ruling covers another provision in the revised order that suspends refugee resettlements. The Trump administration argued both travel bans were meant to enhance US security - not discriminate against Muslims . Several hours later, he issued a 24-page order blocking the government from suspending new visas for travelers from six Muslim-majority countries and from halting the US refugee program. (more...)
Army of Russian trolls reportedly spread fake news on Facebook
- April 01, 2017
It was another big day in the world of investigators seeking answers on Russia's interference in the United States elections - here are the top five takeaways. Instead, the White House continued to sidestep queries about its role in showing Nunes classified information that appears to have included transcripts of foreign officials discussing Trump's transition to the presidency, according to current and former USA officials. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
It was another big day in the world of investigators seeking answers on Russia's interference in the United States elections - here are the top five takeaways. Instead, the White House continued to sidestep queries about its role in showing Nunes classified information that appears to have included transcripts of foreign officials discussing Trump's transition to the presidency, according to current and former USA officials. (more...)
Wildcats stunned by badgers
- April 01, 2017
After the final horn, Jenkins bent over near midcourt before joining his teammates to shake hands and congratulate the Badgers, who are moving on. In 2014, No. Hayes is on a mission. That's before you consider the fact that Wisconsin as a No. 8 seed was one of the dumber decisions that the Selection Committee made. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
After the final horn, Jenkins bent over near midcourt before joining his teammates to shake hands and congratulate the Badgers, who are moving on. In 2014, No. Hayes is on a mission. That's before you consider the fact that Wisconsin as a No. 8 seed was one of the dumber decisions that the Selection Committee made. (more...)
Dakota Access Pipeline vandalized before it comes online
- April 01, 2017
Vandals are alleged to have attacked sections of the Dakota Access pipeline in two separate incidents. ETP officials have not responded to requests for more details about the allegations. Authorities have confirmed an incident of vandalism against the Dakota Access oil pipeline in South Dakota. The incident was discovered March 13. Jay O'Hara with the Climate Disobedience Center told The Associated Press Tuesday that Climate Direct Action wasn't involved, and he isn't aware of anyone ... (more...)
- April 01, 2017
Vandals are alleged to have attacked sections of the Dakota Access pipeline in two separate incidents. ETP officials have not responded to requests for more details about the allegations. Authorities have confirmed an incident of vandalism against the Dakota Access oil pipeline in South Dakota. The incident was discovered March 13. Jay O'Hara with the Climate Disobedience Center told The Associated Press Tuesday that Climate Direct Action wasn't involved, and he isn't aware of anyone ... (more...)
Ousted SKorea president Park Geun-Hye arrested
- April 01, 2017
Ahead of the hearing Thursday, prosecutors submitted around 120,000 pages of documents to the Seoul Central District Court relating to the charges against Park, and said it would be "counter to the principle of fairness" if she was not arrested. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
Ahead of the hearing Thursday, prosecutors submitted around 120,000 pages of documents to the Seoul Central District Court relating to the charges against Park, and said it would be "counter to the principle of fairness" if she was not arrested. (more...)
US, South Korea Say Missile Launch by North Korea Fails
- April 01, 2017
Kyodo also said the launch may have failed. "The policy of strategic patience has ended", Tillerson said, referring to the Obama administration's strategy of hoping that economic sanctions would force Pyongyang to resume negotiations. An official briefed on the probe told Reuters Wednesday that the Federal Bureau of Investigation believes North Korea is responsible for the heist, while Richard Ledgett, deputy director of the U.S. (more...)
- April 01, 2017
Kyodo also said the launch may have failed. "The policy of strategic patience has ended", Tillerson said, referring to the Obama administration's strategy of hoping that economic sanctions would force Pyongyang to resume negotiations. An official briefed on the probe told Reuters Wednesday that the Federal Bureau of Investigation believes North Korea is responsible for the heist, while Richard Ledgett, deputy director of the U.S. (more...)
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