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55% Americans approve of Obamacare now
- April 10, 2017
The Trump administration is talking this week of somehow reviving the legislation. In the latest health tracking poll released by the Kaiser Family Foundation on Tuesday, 64 percent of those polled say the failure of the American Health Care Act is a good thing and the majority of Americans are relieved about the outcome. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
The Trump administration is talking this week of somehow reviving the legislation. In the latest health tracking poll released by the Kaiser Family Foundation on Tuesday, 64 percent of those polled say the failure of the American Health Care Act is a good thing and the majority of Americans are relieved about the outcome. (more...)
Congressional leaders urge Trump for broader Syria strategy
- April 10, 2017
Describing the US attack as a "limited strike" that was quickly over, another senior ally of Assad in the region said toppling him did not seem to be a priority for Trump. While lawmakers voiced opposing views about whether Trump needed Congress to pass an AUMF covering strikes against Assad, Corker and a number of Republicans said there is no need to seek an AUMF. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
Describing the US attack as a "limited strike" that was quickly over, another senior ally of Assad in the region said toppling him did not seem to be a priority for Trump. While lawmakers voiced opposing views about whether Trump needed Congress to pass an AUMF covering strikes against Assad, Corker and a number of Republicans said there is no need to seek an AUMF. (more...)
United States military confirms N. Korea fired missile into Sea of Japan
- April 10, 2017
The latest launch came after President Donald Trump threatened the U.S. was prepared to go it alone in bringing the North to heel. Trump shared with Abe some of his thoughts relating to the impending U.S. The North is believed to be developing an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) that could hit the United States and its leader, Kim Jong Un, has vowed to test-launch one at any time. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
The latest launch came after President Donald Trump threatened the U.S. was prepared to go it alone in bringing the North to heel. Trump shared with Abe some of his thoughts relating to the impending U.S. The North is believed to be developing an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) that could hit the United States and its leader, Kim Jong Un, has vowed to test-launch one at any time. (more...)
Fighting puts ISIL-held dam out of service
- April 10, 2017
Shortly afterward, the group announced it had killed about 200 government soldiers at the base, in a mass killing recorded and distributed on video over social media. "There is no damage to the dam or its function, the engineers have finished their work and confirmed that the dam has not been damaged, and on this basis the ceasefire ended", Jihan Sheikh Ahmed said in a statement. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
Shortly afterward, the group announced it had killed about 200 government soldiers at the base, in a mass killing recorded and distributed on video over social media. "There is no damage to the dam or its function, the engineers have finished their work and confirmed that the dam has not been damaged, and on this basis the ceasefire ended", Jihan Sheikh Ahmed said in a statement. (more...)
China nuclear envoy in talks on North Korea threat
- April 10, 2017
A Chinese envoy arrives in South Korea on Monday to discuss North Korea's increasingly defiant weapons programme as a US Navy strike group heads to the region amid concerns Pyongyang may be readying a fresh nuclear test. credibility in dealing with other threats, including Iran and North Korea. North Korea has invited a large number of foreign media representatives to Pyongyang this week, likely to cover the so-called "Day of the Sun" birth anniversary on 15 April of the state founder Kim Il ... (more...)
- April 10, 2017
A Chinese envoy arrives in South Korea on Monday to discuss North Korea's increasingly defiant weapons programme as a US Navy strike group heads to the region amid concerns Pyongyang may be readying a fresh nuclear test. credibility in dealing with other threats, including Iran and North Korea. North Korea has invited a large number of foreign media representatives to Pyongyang this week, likely to cover the so-called "Day of the Sun" birth anniversary on 15 April of the state founder Kim Il ... (more...)
Egypt's Sisi declares three-month state of emergency
- April 10, 2017
Tawadros said afterwards, "These sinful acts will not undermine the unity of Egyptians against terrorism". Pope Tawadros II, leader of the Coptic church, was at the church in Alexandria at the time, but was unhurt. The group, believed to be linked to the outlawed Muslim Brotherhood, has mainly targeted security forces and distanced itself from attacks on Christians. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
Tawadros said afterwards, "These sinful acts will not undermine the unity of Egyptians against terrorism". Pope Tawadros II, leader of the Coptic church, was at the church in Alexandria at the time, but was unhurt. The group, believed to be linked to the outlawed Muslim Brotherhood, has mainly targeted security forces and distanced itself from attacks on Christians. (more...)
S. Korea, US, Japan vow to closely cooperate against NK provocations
- April 10, 2017
It was North Korea's fourth attempted missile launch of the year. Initial US and South Korean assessments indicate it was a KN-15 medium-range missile, whose first known test by North Korea was in February. The U.S. Pacific Command said it detected and tracked what it assessed as North Korean missile launched from land near the eastern coastal city of Sinpo. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
It was North Korea's fourth attempted missile launch of the year. Initial US and South Korean assessments indicate it was a KN-15 medium-range missile, whose first known test by North Korea was in February. The U.S. Pacific Command said it detected and tracked what it assessed as North Korean missile launched from land near the eastern coastal city of Sinpo. (more...)
Norway raises threat level after bomb find; Russian arrested
- April 10, 2017
The Norwegian police raised the country's threat level to "probable" from "possible", which is valid for two months, PST head Benedicte Bjornland told a press conference. Police took away cordons put up overnight in the Groenland area and residents resumed their normal Sunday activities, with shops and cafes open. 'You could see cops in heavy armor going in every store and restaurant. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
The Norwegian police raised the country's threat level to "probable" from "possible", which is valid for two months, PST head Benedicte Bjornland told a press conference. Police took away cordons put up overnight in the Groenland area and residents resumed their normal Sunday activities, with shops and cafes open. 'You could see cops in heavy armor going in every store and restaurant. (more...)
Trump, who scorned Obama's golf habits, outpacing him in rounds
- April 10, 2017
Reports say the president left for his golf course around 9:30 a.m. Sunday sporting a white polo shirt and red cap. In a 2014 tirade, he wrote: "Can you believe that, with all of the problems and difficulties facing the U.S., President Obama spent the day playing golf". (more...)
- April 10, 2017
Reports say the president left for his golf course around 9:30 a.m. Sunday sporting a white polo shirt and red cap. In a 2014 tirade, he wrote: "Can you believe that, with all of the problems and difficulties facing the U.S., President Obama spent the day playing golf". (more...)
EU Takes Centre Stage in 'Chaotic' French Presidential Debate
- April 10, 2017
The only candidate to passionately support the European Union was independent Emmanuel Macron , Ms. Le Pen's main rival for the presidency, who accused her of wanting to cause "economic war". Le Pen was also seen at 23.5 per cent, down from 24 per cent. Conservative candidate Francois Fillon , whose campaign has been hit by allegations that he paid his wife, a son and daughter hundreds of thousands of euros of public money for minimal work, would come third in the first-round, the poll ... (more...)
- April 10, 2017
The only candidate to passionately support the European Union was independent Emmanuel Macron , Ms. Le Pen's main rival for the presidency, who accused her of wanting to cause "economic war". Le Pen was also seen at 23.5 per cent, down from 24 per cent. Conservative candidate Francois Fillon , whose campaign has been hit by allegations that he paid his wife, a son and daughter hundreds of thousands of euros of public money for minimal work, would come third in the first-round, the poll ... (more...)
Police hunt for gun theft suspect with manifesto for Trump
- April 10, 2017
It was unclear if Jakubowski remains in Wisconsin or if he has left the state. "Joseph Jakubowski has been highly agitated by national politics recently", Sheriff Robert Spoden told journalists Friday, adding that an associate said Jakubowski "recently verbalized a plan to steal guns and use them in an unspecified attack". (more...)
- April 10, 2017
It was unclear if Jakubowski remains in Wisconsin or if he has left the state. "Joseph Jakubowski has been highly agitated by national politics recently", Sheriff Robert Spoden told journalists Friday, adding that an associate said Jakubowski "recently verbalized a plan to steal guns and use them in an unspecified attack". (more...)
Formula One: Hamilton roars to victory in China
- April 10, 2017
While Australian Grand Prix victor Vettel rose to second as the race progressed, he was too far adrift to challenge Hamilton and the triple world champion came home 6.2 seconds clear to draw level at the top of the drivers' championship. Bottas apologised to Mercedes for an embarrassing spin while weaving to warm his tyres behind the safety auto, which dropped him down to 12th. Vettel took the opportunity to dive into the pits to change to dry weather tyres. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
While Australian Grand Prix victor Vettel rose to second as the race progressed, he was too far adrift to challenge Hamilton and the triple world champion came home 6.2 seconds clear to draw level at the top of the drivers' championship. Bottas apologised to Mercedes for an embarrassing spin while weaving to warm his tyres behind the safety auto, which dropped him down to 12th. Vettel took the opportunity to dive into the pits to change to dry weather tyres. (more...)
Kim Jong-un Tells Trump He's 'Not Frightened' By Strikes On Syria
- April 10, 2017
Senior envoys of South Korea, Japan and the United State on the North Korea nuclear program will soon meet to discuss their coordinated response, the South's foreign ministry said. Trump has said he would be ready to act unilaterally to address North Korea's nuclear programme if China does not step up to help with the matter. "North Korea has been engaged in a pattern of provocative behaviour", Mr McMaster said. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
Senior envoys of South Korea, Japan and the United State on the North Korea nuclear program will soon meet to discuss their coordinated response, the South's foreign ministry said. Trump has said he would be ready to act unilaterally to address North Korea's nuclear programme if China does not step up to help with the matter. "North Korea has been engaged in a pattern of provocative behaviour", Mr McMaster said. (more...)
Norway raises threat level after bomb discovery in Oslo
- April 10, 2017
Bomb disposal in the Grønland area of Oslo on Saturday night. The youth was not identified, but Bjornland said intelligence agencies were aware of him. It remained unclear if the 17-year-old had acted on his own, she said, or whether or not he had intentions of carrying out an attack. Police in the Nordic region have been on heightened alert after Friday's lorry attack in the Swedish capital Stockholm, which killed four people and injured 15. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
Bomb disposal in the Grønland area of Oslo on Saturday night. The youth was not identified, but Bjornland said intelligence agencies were aware of him. It remained unclear if the 17-year-old had acted on his own, she said, or whether or not he had intentions of carrying out an attack. Police in the Nordic region have been on heightened alert after Friday's lorry attack in the Swedish capital Stockholm, which killed four people and injured 15. (more...)
Tillerson: Russia 'failure allowed Syria chemical attack'
- April 10, 2017
In no way do we see peace in that area with Russian Federation covering up for Assad. WATCH: Syria Strike: Finally some action or risky reaction? "This was inevitable", said Philip H. In an April 5 press conference with Jordan's King Abdullah, Trump was asked about another chemical bombing a day earlier in a rebel-held area of northern Syria that killed dozens of people. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
In no way do we see peace in that area with Russian Federation covering up for Assad. WATCH: Syria Strike: Finally some action or risky reaction? "This was inevitable", said Philip H. In an April 5 press conference with Jordan's King Abdullah, Trump was asked about another chemical bombing a day earlier in a rebel-held area of northern Syria that killed dozens of people. (more...)
RSS chief calls for nationwide ban on cow slaughter
- April 10, 2017
Talking to ANI, Sinha said, "Mohan Bhagwat's suggestion for a law to ban cow slaughter across India is in consonance with the Directive Principles of State Policy of the Indian Constitution". Apparently aware of the contradictions, Bhagwat stated that the state governments should address the political complexities at the local level while working out cow protection measures. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
Talking to ANI, Sinha said, "Mohan Bhagwat's suggestion for a law to ban cow slaughter across India is in consonance with the Directive Principles of State Policy of the Indian Constitution". Apparently aware of the contradictions, Bhagwat stated that the state governments should address the political complexities at the local level while working out cow protection measures. (more...)
Trump defends his missile strike on Syria
- April 10, 2017
Johnson, who was due to have a business lunch with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, and then hold a joint press conference on Monday, said his decision not to go was backed by US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson. But, he added, "We are not saying that we are the ones who are going to affect that change". "But Assad's principal backer is Russian Federation". The strikes this week were a startling reversal from many of Trump's comments as a citizen. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
Johnson, who was due to have a business lunch with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, and then hold a joint press conference on Monday, said his decision not to go was backed by US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson. But, he added, "We are not saying that we are the ones who are going to affect that change". "But Assad's principal backer is Russian Federation". The strikes this week were a startling reversal from many of Trump's comments as a citizen. (more...)
Ivanka Trump's Daughter Sings To Chinese President Xi Jinping In Mandarin
- April 10, 2017
The start of the meeting came on a night of high drama as Trump not only met his nearest peer in economic world power for the first time but also launched his first military strike on a state target. There were no trade or investment deals announced, no agreement to contain North Korea's nuclear ambitions, no plan to reduce tensions in the South China Sea. (more...)
- April 10, 2017
The start of the meeting came on a night of high drama as Trump not only met his nearest peer in economic world power for the first time but also launched his first military strike on a state target. There were no trade or investment deals announced, no agreement to contain North Korea's nuclear ambitions, no plan to reduce tensions in the South China Sea. (more...)
Sack Lalu's sons over soil scam, demands BJP leader
- April 10, 2017
Delight Marketing Company Private Limited, in which RJD MP and former union corporate affairs minister Prem Chand Gupta and his family had 70 per cent stake, was rechristened as LARA Projects Private Limited and Rabri Devi, Tejashwi and Tej Pratap were made directors, he alleged . (more...)
- April 10, 2017
Delight Marketing Company Private Limited, in which RJD MP and former union corporate affairs minister Prem Chand Gupta and his family had 70 per cent stake, was rechristened as LARA Projects Private Limited and Rabri Devi, Tejashwi and Tej Pratap were made directors, he alleged . (more...)
Trump explained U.S. position on THAAD to Xi - S.Korea
- April 10, 2017
Trump hosted the Chinese President for a two-day visit at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, the BBC reported on Saturday. US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said Trump and Xi agreed on the "urgency of the threat of North Korea's nuclear weapons program" and agreed to work together to resolve the issue "peacefully". (more...)
- April 10, 2017
Trump hosted the Chinese President for a two-day visit at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, the BBC reported on Saturday. US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said Trump and Xi agreed on the "urgency of the threat of North Korea's nuclear weapons program" and agreed to work together to resolve the issue "peacefully". (more...)
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