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Equal pay land - Iceland looks to close the gender wage gap
- April 07, 2017
If employers fail to publish their median and mean gender pay gap figures by the April 2018 deadline, they will be contacted by the Equalities and Human Rights Commission. Representative Sean Patrick Maloney (NY-18) released the following statement on Equal Pay Day , which symbolizes when, more than three months into the year, women's wages finally catch up to what men were paid in the previous year. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
If employers fail to publish their median and mean gender pay gap figures by the April 2018 deadline, they will be contacted by the Equalities and Human Rights Commission. Representative Sean Patrick Maloney (NY-18) released the following statement on Equal Pay Day , which symbolizes when, more than three months into the year, women's wages finally catch up to what men were paid in the previous year. (more...)
Sen. Rand Paul: Obamacare Replacement in Sight
- April 07, 2017
That polling will also nearly certainly frustrate the White House's efforts this week to restart negotiations on an Obamacare replacement. A new survey from Gallup shows that 55 percent of all Americans say they approve of the Affordable Care Act. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
That polling will also nearly certainly frustrate the White House's efforts this week to restart negotiations on an Obamacare replacement. A new survey from Gallup shows that 55 percent of all Americans say they approve of the Affordable Care Act. (more...)
USA general confident North Korean missile can be intercepted
- April 07, 2017
Ralph Cossa, president of the Pacific Forum CSIS think tank in Honolulu, said he was expecting North Korea would do something significant to coincide with President Trump's first meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping later this week. North Korea has been pursuing its nuclear and missile programs at an unprecedented pace since a year ago, with an aim to expand its deterrence against Washington and diversify its line-up of nuclear-equipped missiles, another expert said. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
Ralph Cossa, president of the Pacific Forum CSIS think tank in Honolulu, said he was expecting North Korea would do something significant to coincide with President Trump's first meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping later this week. North Korea has been pursuing its nuclear and missile programs at an unprecedented pace since a year ago, with an aim to expand its deterrence against Washington and diversify its line-up of nuclear-equipped missiles, another expert said. (more...)
Husband of Trump supporter deported to Mexico
- April 07, 2017
Beristain, who lives in Mishawaka, Indiana , had been transferred to various detention centers in the US since February, when he was detained during a routine check-in with ICE officials. Beristain was told to voluntarily deport himself in 2000 because authorities on the Canadian border discovered he'd entered the US illegally. Roberto had been checking in with ICE annually since 2000, when he was given a voluntary deportation order in NY after the family took a wrong turn and drove into ... (more...)
- April 07, 2017
Beristain, who lives in Mishawaka, Indiana , had been transferred to various detention centers in the US since February, when he was detained during a routine check-in with ICE officials. Beristain was told to voluntarily deport himself in 2000 because authorities on the Canadian border discovered he'd entered the US illegally. Roberto had been checking in with ICE annually since 2000, when he was given a voluntary deportation order in NY after the family took a wrong turn and drove into ... (more...)
North Korea's missile and nuclear tests
- April 07, 2017
North Korea could develop a nuclear-tipped missile that can strike America within a few years. The launch yesterday into waters off North Korea's east coast came shortly before U.S. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un guided on the spot the underwater test-fire of strategic submarine ballistic missile in this undated photo released by North Korea's Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) in Pyongyang on April 24, 2016. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
North Korea could develop a nuclear-tipped missile that can strike America within a few years. The launch yesterday into waters off North Korea's east coast came shortly before U.S. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un guided on the spot the underwater test-fire of strategic submarine ballistic missile in this undated photo released by North Korea's Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) in Pyongyang on April 24, 2016. (more...)
Syria again rejects claims it was behind chemical attack
- April 07, 2017
At the United Nations, US ambassador Nikki Haley warned that Donald Trump's administration would take action if the Security Council did not in response to the attack. Davenport says Trump faces a wide variety of foreign policy challenges - including North Korea - but it's time for him to step up. President Bashar al-Assad's elimination is not a priority, according to the state department. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
At the United Nations, US ambassador Nikki Haley warned that Donald Trump's administration would take action if the Security Council did not in response to the attack. Davenport says Trump faces a wide variety of foreign policy challenges - including North Korea - but it's time for him to step up. President Bashar al-Assad's elimination is not a priority, according to the state department. (more...)
Rodgers believes 'iconic' Celtic would be top six in the Premier League
- April 07, 2017
The season is not yet done for Celtic , though. For a fixture which is rarely short of incident and talking points, the first one of the afternoon was the absence of Dembele and Griffiths from the Hoops ranks with respective hamstring and back problems. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
The season is not yet done for Celtic , though. For a fixture which is rarely short of incident and talking points, the first one of the afternoon was the absence of Dembele and Griffiths from the Hoops ranks with respective hamstring and back problems. (more...)
Alabama governor says he has no plans to resign
- April 07, 2017
The special counsel to the House Judiciary Committee, charged with investigating Bentley for possible impeachment, plans to release a written report on his investigation by Friday at 5 p.m. The matter was referred to the district attorney's office by the Alabama Ethics Commission. Bentley has been engulfed in scandal since recordings surfaced in 2016 of him making suggestive remarks to a female aide before his divorce. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
The special counsel to the House Judiciary Committee, charged with investigating Bentley for possible impeachment, plans to release a written report on his investigation by Friday at 5 p.m. The matter was referred to the district attorney's office by the Alabama Ethics Commission. Bentley has been engulfed in scandal since recordings surfaced in 2016 of him making suggestive remarks to a female aide before his divorce. (more...)
Venezuelan opposition, security forces clash in anti-Maduro protests
- April 07, 2017
Dozens of protesters were wounded, and at least six arrested, said AFP journalists on scene. On Thursday, State ombudsman Tarek Saab shot down a censure measure against the Supreme Court justices that had been approved by the opposition-controlled assembly this week, saying the controversial ruling had been "clarified" by the reversal of the decision. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
Dozens of protesters were wounded, and at least six arrested, said AFP journalists on scene. On Thursday, State ombudsman Tarek Saab shot down a censure measure against the Supreme Court justices that had been approved by the opposition-controlled assembly this week, saying the controversial ruling had been "clarified" by the reversal of the decision. (more...)
New GOP health care plan could raise premiums for the sick
- April 07, 2017
Republicans hold a comfortable majority in the House if they all stick together, but the Freedom Caucus has, over the years, demonstrated a willingness to walk away from legislation supported by the majority of the House GOP if it doesn't meet their standards of ideological purity. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
Republicans hold a comfortable majority in the House if they all stick together, but the Freedom Caucus has, over the years, demonstrated a willingness to walk away from legislation supported by the majority of the House GOP if it doesn't meet their standards of ideological purity. (more...)
Top Intelligence committee Dem: Too early to draw conclusions on Russian Federation probe
- April 07, 2017
Schiff added that he was suspicious of the president's attempts to undermine the credibility of the congressional investigations into Russia's involvement in the election. Flynn's lawyer said in a statement Thursday that his client has "a story to tell , and he very much wants to tell it, should the circumstances permit". (more...)
- April 07, 2017
Schiff added that he was suspicious of the president's attempts to undermine the credibility of the congressional investigations into Russia's involvement in the election. Flynn's lawyer said in a statement Thursday that his client has "a story to tell , and he very much wants to tell it, should the circumstances permit". (more...)
Sewol Salvage Delayed by Dangling Loading Ramp
- April 07, 2017
The incident killed more than 300 people, mostly school children. Hwang has been the government caretaker since South Korean lawmakers passed an impeachment motion against former President Park Geun-hye in December over a corruption scandal. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
The incident killed more than 300 people, mostly school children. Hwang has been the government caretaker since South Korean lawmakers passed an impeachment motion against former President Park Geun-hye in December over a corruption scandal. (more...)
Losing Employer Won't Ask Supreme Court To Overturn Landmark Gay Rights Ruling
- April 07, 2017
While LGBTQ protections are gradually being scraped away by the Trump administration, a federal court made a landmark ruling on Tuesday affirming that civil rights laws protect LGBTQ Americans from employment discrimination. So now, it is against federal law to discriminate against workers in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin on the basis of sexual orientation. "Now I will have my day in court, thanks to this decision", Hively said in a statement after the ruling. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
While LGBTQ protections are gradually being scraped away by the Trump administration, a federal court made a landmark ruling on Tuesday affirming that civil rights laws protect LGBTQ Americans from employment discrimination. So now, it is against federal law to discriminate against workers in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin on the basis of sexual orientation. "Now I will have my day in court, thanks to this decision", Hively said in a statement after the ruling. (more...)
ANC backs Zuma as opposition calls for his resignation
- April 07, 2017
South African President Jacob Zuma survived calls to resign by members of the ruling party following his decision to fire his finance minister and stack the cabinet with loyalists, according to two people with knowledge of the matter. But it has "since soured with Cosatu publicly expressing support for deputy president, Cyril Ramaphosa ". The reshuffle also strengthened calls for Zuma to resign, with several senior ANC figures criticising Gordhan's removal. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
South African President Jacob Zuma survived calls to resign by members of the ruling party following his decision to fire his finance minister and stack the cabinet with loyalists, according to two people with knowledge of the matter. But it has "since soured with Cosatu publicly expressing support for deputy president, Cyril Ramaphosa ". The reshuffle also strengthened calls for Zuma to resign, with several senior ANC figures criticising Gordhan's removal. (more...)
Senate GOP 'goes nuclear,' clearing way for Trump court pick
- April 07, 2017
In this alternative universe, I imagine we'd be in roughly the same place we are today. Merkley's lengthy speech helped raise his visibility as one of the most outspoken opponents of Gorsuch and of President Donald Trump. On Tuesday evening McConnell officially filed a "cloture" motion, the procedural step created to end debate on a nomination and bring it to a final vote. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
In this alternative universe, I imagine we'd be in roughly the same place we are today. Merkley's lengthy speech helped raise his visibility as one of the most outspoken opponents of Gorsuch and of President Donald Trump. On Tuesday evening McConnell officially filed a "cloture" motion, the procedural step created to end debate on a nomination and bring it to a final vote. (more...)
Senate Goes Nuclear, Eliminates Filibuster for Supreme Court Confirmations
- April 07, 2017
The confrontation will play out Thursday as 44 Democrats and independents try to block the nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch by denying Republicans the 60 votes needed to proceed to final passage. Moderate Republican Sen. Susan Collins of ME said roughly 10 senators of both parties worked over the weekend to come up with a deal to stave off the so-called "nuclear option", as the rules change is known, but couldn't come to agreement. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
The confrontation will play out Thursday as 44 Democrats and independents try to block the nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch by denying Republicans the 60 votes needed to proceed to final passage. Moderate Republican Sen. Susan Collins of ME said roughly 10 senators of both parties worked over the weekend to come up with a deal to stave off the so-called "nuclear option", as the rules change is known, but couldn't come to agreement. (more...)
Taiwan: US relations won't be harmed by Trump-Xi meeting
- April 07, 2017
China is the second largest economy in the world and the biggest consumer of commodities. But Trump did not make good on his promises to formally declare China a currency manipulator on the first day of his presidency. Analysts believe any military action would likely provoke severe North Korean retaliation and massive casualties in South Korea and Japan and among USA troops stationed there. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
China is the second largest economy in the world and the biggest consumer of commodities. But Trump did not make good on his promises to formally declare China a currency manipulator on the first day of his presidency. Analysts believe any military action would likely provoke severe North Korean retaliation and massive casualties in South Korea and Japan and among USA troops stationed there. (more...)
Crews set to load ferry onto transport ship
- April 07, 2017
The waters off the Jindo Island are infamous for strong currents throughout the year. Workers had initially planned to finish raising the ferry by Thursday evening. Nearly three years after the Sewol ferry disaster that killed 304 people and led to calls for then-President Park Geun-hye's resignation, South Korean authorities have raised the sunken ship to the surface. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
The waters off the Jindo Island are infamous for strong currents throughout the year. Workers had initially planned to finish raising the ferry by Thursday evening. Nearly three years after the Sewol ferry disaster that killed 304 people and led to calls for then-President Park Geun-hye's resignation, South Korean authorities have raised the sunken ship to the surface. (more...)
Hyundai, BMW pull ads from 'The O'Reilly Factor'
- April 07, 2017
Hyundai said it made the decision to no longer advertise on the show due to "recent and disturbing allegations", according to the New York Times . In total, five women have said they were paid either by O'Reilly or Fox News to settle harassment allegations, The Times reports , agreeing not to pursue legal action or publicly discuss the incidents. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
Hyundai said it made the decision to no longer advertise on the show due to "recent and disturbing allegations", according to the New York Times . In total, five women have said they were paid either by O'Reilly or Fox News to settle harassment allegations, The Times reports , agreeing not to pursue legal action or publicly discuss the incidents. (more...)
Syrian government sets terms for any inquiry into gas attack
- April 07, 2017
Direct action against Assad would ramp up the confrontation with Moscow and drag the US deeper into a war where its priority is to destroy ISIS. "It crossed a lot of lines for me", he said, alluding to Obama's failure to enforce his own 2013 "red line" on the use of chemical weapons in Syria. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
Direct action against Assad would ramp up the confrontation with Moscow and drag the US deeper into a war where its priority is to destroy ISIS. "It crossed a lot of lines for me", he said, alluding to Obama's failure to enforce his own 2013 "red line" on the use of chemical weapons in Syria. (more...)
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