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Tensions as Spain ship enters disputed Gibraltar waters
- April 08, 2017
Gibraltar has remained under British control ever since, despite Spain's multiple attempts to take it back. "That will not change", said British Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson. Speaking to reporters on a flight to Jordan, Mrs May was asked if Britain's approach to Gibraltar should be described as "jaw jaw, not war war". Spain has long sought to reclaim Gibraltar. (more...)
- April 08, 2017
Gibraltar has remained under British control ever since, despite Spain's multiple attempts to take it back. "That will not change", said British Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson. Speaking to reporters on a flight to Jordan, Mrs May was asked if Britain's approach to Gibraltar should be described as "jaw jaw, not war war". Spain has long sought to reclaim Gibraltar. (more...)
US backs down on seeking anti-Trump user records
- April 08, 2017
But the company has been forced to temper its approach over the past two years in the face of government pressure to crack down on incitements to violence and user complaints about rampant hate speech and harassment. Now, one that's still around has been officially protected by Twitter . After pivoting its policies to crackdown on abuse, some anxious the company had begun to leave behind its tough stance. (more...)
- April 08, 2017
But the company has been forced to temper its approach over the past two years in the face of government pressure to crack down on incitements to violence and user complaints about rampant hate speech and harassment. Now, one that's still around has been officially protected by Twitter . After pivoting its policies to crackdown on abuse, some anxious the company had begun to leave behind its tough stance. (more...)
French candidate Fillon lashes out over corruption leaks
- April 08, 2017
Conservative presidential candidate Francois Fillon attends a television debate at French private TV channels BFM TV and CNews, in La Plaine-Saint-Denis, outside Paris, France, Tuesday, April 4, 2017. He warned that far-right presidential candidate Marine Le Pen's proposals to leave the European Union and the euro currency "would be assured chaos, and the explosion of Europe". (more...)
- April 08, 2017
Conservative presidential candidate Francois Fillon attends a television debate at French private TV channels BFM TV and CNews, in La Plaine-Saint-Denis, outside Paris, France, Tuesday, April 4, 2017. He warned that far-right presidential candidate Marine Le Pen's proposals to leave the European Union and the euro currency "would be assured chaos, and the explosion of Europe". (more...)
Authorities: Woman chokes teen for blocking view at Disney
- April 08, 2017
The teen, who was visiting the park with friends, stood up when the show started, blocking the Mature familys view. ".There was a request for them to sit down or move, and things rolled on from there, but she never choked the alleged victim". (more...)
- April 08, 2017
The teen, who was visiting the park with friends, stood up when the show started, blocking the Mature familys view. ".There was a request for them to sit down or move, and things rolled on from there, but she never choked the alleged victim". (more...)
Merkel, Hollande voice support for USA strike against Assad
- April 08, 2017
Shayrat air base, south of the city of Homs, was hit by 59 Tomahawk cruise missiles in the early hours of Tuesday. It was Trump's biggest military decision since taking office and marked a dramatic escalation in American involvement in Syria's six-year war. (more...)
- April 08, 2017
Shayrat air base, south of the city of Homs, was hit by 59 Tomahawk cruise missiles in the early hours of Tuesday. It was Trump's biggest military decision since taking office and marked a dramatic escalation in American involvement in Syria's six-year war. (more...)
Ethics panel refers Ala. governor case to district attorney
- April 08, 2017
The ethics violation complaint involves using state resources, including but not limited to subordinate personnel, equipment and time to further his personal interests. The House Judiciary Committee was scheduled to begin impeachment hearings Monday. The state's legal and constitutional roadmap isn't very clear about what would happen after a trial if Bentley is prosecuted ― Alabama has never successfully impeached a sitting governor. (more...)
- April 08, 2017
The ethics violation complaint involves using state resources, including but not limited to subordinate personnel, equipment and time to further his personal interests. The House Judiciary Committee was scheduled to begin impeachment hearings Monday. The state's legal and constitutional roadmap isn't very clear about what would happen after a trial if Bentley is prosecuted ― Alabama has never successfully impeached a sitting governor. (more...)
Ominous or Ambiguous? Tillerson Offers Bizarre 'No Comment' on North Korea
- April 08, 2017
North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un. North Korea fired a ball. Defense sources reportedly said they expect the new missile to send a "strong warning message to North Korea", which has continued its provocations despite numerous global restrictions prohibiting the regime from testing ballistic missiles. (more...)
- April 08, 2017
North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un. North Korea fired a ball. Defense sources reportedly said they expect the new missile to send a "strong warning message to North Korea", which has continued its provocations despite numerous global restrictions prohibiting the regime from testing ballistic missiles. (more...)
Dalai Lama visits disputed monastery, angering China
- April 08, 2017
The town is all set to welcome the Dalai Lama. Tibet's spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, arrived in the Buddhist town of Tawang , in northeastern India's Arunachal Pradesh state Friday and was greeted by thousands of followers who had come to hear his religious teachings. (more...)
- April 08, 2017
The town is all set to welcome the Dalai Lama. Tibet's spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, arrived in the Buddhist town of Tawang , in northeastern India's Arunachal Pradesh state Friday and was greeted by thousands of followers who had come to hear his religious teachings. (more...)
China FX reserves stay above $3 trillion after small March rise
- April 08, 2017
Economists have however noted that this growth is rather temporary, especially in the backdrop of a decline in dollar value. BEIJING-China's foreign-exchange reserves inched up for the second straight month in March, as a weaker dollar and strict capital controls gave Beijing a break from dipping into its currency pile to defend the yuan. (more...)
- April 08, 2017
Economists have however noted that this growth is rather temporary, especially in the backdrop of a decline in dollar value. BEIJING-China's foreign-exchange reserves inched up for the second straight month in March, as a weaker dollar and strict capital controls gave Beijing a break from dipping into its currency pile to defend the yuan. (more...)
Trump explained U.S. position on THAAD to Xi: South Korea
- April 08, 2017
Trump said on Friday morning, appearing with Mr. Xi after a round of discussions in Florida. "We will be making additional progress". Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are holding their first meeting this week at Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida. (more...)
- April 08, 2017
Trump said on Friday morning, appearing with Mr. Xi after a round of discussions in Florida. "We will be making additional progress". Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are holding their first meeting this week at Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida. (more...)
Two more 'significant arrests' made over London terror attack
- April 08, 2017
Masood, 52, continued towards Bridge Street along both the footpath and road until 14:40:38 before crashing into the perimeter fence of the Palace of Westminster. A message was reportedly sent from Masood's phone two minutes before the attack . Police made two more "significant" arrests overnight - a27-year-old man in Birmingham and a 35-year-old man in Manchester - while a 32-year-old woman was arrested on Friday morning in Manchester. (more...)
- April 08, 2017
Masood, 52, continued towards Bridge Street along both the footpath and road until 14:40:38 before crashing into the perimeter fence of the Palace of Westminster. A message was reportedly sent from Masood's phone two minutes before the attack . Police made two more "significant" arrests overnight - a27-year-old man in Birmingham and a 35-year-old man in Manchester - while a 32-year-old woman was arrested on Friday morning in Manchester. (more...)
Trump administration backs away from Baltimore police reform
- April 08, 2017
But the Trump administration hinted earlier this week it wanted to revisit the idea of consent decrees, with Attorney General Sessions charging two of his top deputies with reviewing not just the Baltimore decree, but all such decrees now being considered at police departments across the nation. (more...)
- April 08, 2017
But the Trump administration hinted earlier this week it wanted to revisit the idea of consent decrees, with Attorney General Sessions charging two of his top deputies with reviewing not just the Baltimore decree, but all such decrees now being considered at police departments across the nation. (more...)
Marco Rubio Told His Campaign Was Targeted By Russian 'Active Measures'
- April 08, 2017
Former GOP candidate Marco Rubio says members of his presidential campaign team were targeted by Russian hackers. The US intelligence community said , in a report released on 6 January 2016, that they believe Russia's intention was to influence the election in favour of Trump and that the order to do so came from Russian President Vladimir Putin. (more...)
- April 08, 2017
Former GOP candidate Marco Rubio says members of his presidential campaign team were targeted by Russian hackers. The US intelligence community said , in a report released on 6 January 2016, that they believe Russia's intention was to influence the election in favour of Trump and that the order to do so came from Russian President Vladimir Putin. (more...)
Denver D Will Butcher wins Hobey Baker Award
- April 08, 2017
Butcher probably hopes to follow in Gilroy's footsteps in more than one way. Butcher joins fellow Denver defenseman Matt Carle (2006) to win the Hobey, becoming just the second Pioneer to be named college hockey's top player. Tonight as I accept this award, I accept it on the behalf of our entire team at DU. In 42 games this season, Butcher has seven goals and 37 points, also boasting an impressive plus-27 rating. (more...)
- April 08, 2017
Butcher probably hopes to follow in Gilroy's footsteps in more than one way. Butcher joins fellow Denver defenseman Matt Carle (2006) to win the Hobey, becoming just the second Pioneer to be named college hockey's top player. Tonight as I accept this award, I accept it on the behalf of our entire team at DU. In 42 games this season, Butcher has seven goals and 37 points, also boasting an impressive plus-27 rating. (more...)
In France Presidential hopefuls debate economy, Europe
- April 08, 2017
In a debate that also discussed trade, immigration and security, Fillon and Le Pen came in for stinging attacks from two far-left candidates, who cited the judicial investigations facing them. Le Pen repeated her vow of a public vote on France's membership in the single currency during radio interview Tuesday as she prepares for a nationally televised debate with 10 other candidates vying for the country's highest office later this evening. (more...)
- April 08, 2017
In a debate that also discussed trade, immigration and security, Fillon and Le Pen came in for stinging attacks from two far-left candidates, who cited the judicial investigations facing them. Le Pen repeated her vow of a public vote on France's membership in the single currency during radio interview Tuesday as she prepares for a nationally televised debate with 10 other candidates vying for the country's highest office later this evening. (more...)
Explosion in St Petersburg building, no casualties
- April 08, 2017
An explosion tore through a train as it was traveling between two stations in Russia's second-biggest city, injuring dozens more. Residents of a Soviet-era apartment block in eastern St. But it was still one of the deadliest attacks in Russian Federation for several years."At 2pm, my life was divided into two parts: a happy one before, and an uncertain one afterwards", Alexander Kaminsky told RT. (more...)
- April 08, 2017
An explosion tore through a train as it was traveling between two stations in Russia's second-biggest city, injuring dozens more. Residents of a Soviet-era apartment block in eastern St. But it was still one of the deadliest attacks in Russian Federation for several years."At 2pm, my life was divided into two parts: a happy one before, and an uncertain one afterwards", Alexander Kaminsky told RT. (more...)
Pace of US hiring tumbles, yet jobless rate hits 10-year low
- April 08, 2017
The BLS' report did not return positive news for February's figures either, as. Women only got 1 out of 11 new jobs in March. Average hourly earnings increased 0.2% month-on-month and 2.7% year-on-year, still near a post-recession high. (more...)
- April 08, 2017
The BLS' report did not return positive news for February's figures either, as. Women only got 1 out of 11 new jobs in March. Average hourly earnings increased 0.2% month-on-month and 2.7% year-on-year, still near a post-recession high. (more...)
Neil Gorsuch, Donald Trump's Supreme Court pick, confirmed by Senate
- April 08, 2017
Supreme Court, filling an nearly 14 month-long vacancy. In a statement that made no reference to the political tensions in the Senate, Trump hailed Gorsuch's confirmation and his pick. They attacked him for a 2008 appeals court decision he wrote that went against a student with autism because the boy's school district had provided a special education that met a standard that was "merely more than de minimis". (more...)
- April 08, 2017
Supreme Court, filling an nearly 14 month-long vacancy. In a statement that made no reference to the political tensions in the Senate, Trump hailed Gorsuch's confirmation and his pick. They attacked him for a 2008 appeals court decision he wrote that went against a student with autism because the boy's school district had provided a special education that met a standard that was "merely more than de minimis". (more...)
Xi calls for cooperation with the US
- April 08, 2017
He did not elaborate on the progress or the problems. Points of tension like North Korea's nuclear ambitions and the U.S-China trade imbalance were being overshadowed on the first day of talks by the US missile strikes on Syria. "I think [the strike] may effect China's negotiating positions on the North Korea issue", said Zhang Baohui, a professor of worldwide affairs at Lingnan University in Hong Kong. (more...)
- April 08, 2017
He did not elaborate on the progress or the problems. Points of tension like North Korea's nuclear ambitions and the U.S-China trade imbalance were being overshadowed on the first day of talks by the US missile strikes on Syria. "I think [the strike] may effect China's negotiating positions on the North Korea issue", said Zhang Baohui, a professor of worldwide affairs at Lingnan University in Hong Kong. (more...)
Ravindra Gaikwad attends Parliament, Shiv Sena MPs raise anti-Air India slogans
- April 08, 2017
Shiv Sena MPs cheered him during his speech where Gakewad described himself as gentle. Congress has given adjournment notice to discuss Alwar lynching matter in which 55-year-old Pehlu Khan was attacked by a group of gau rakshaks (cow protection vigilantes) on National Highway near Alwar. (more...)
- April 08, 2017
Shiv Sena MPs cheered him during his speech where Gakewad described himself as gentle. Congress has given adjournment notice to discuss Alwar lynching matter in which 55-year-old Pehlu Khan was attacked by a group of gau rakshaks (cow protection vigilantes) on National Highway near Alwar. (more...)
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