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Rouhani, Putin: US attack on Syria is act of invasion
- April 15, 2017
In a phone conversation, the two senior officials described the US attacks as a "support" for terrorists. Russian Federation had said the chemical attack was caused when rebel chemical munitions workshops were hit by a Syrian airstrike. "The recent US attack will create a division among the countries in fighting terrorism and will divert the political talks to military solution". Iran's Mohammad Baqeri and Russia's Valery Gerasimov "stressed that the two countries would continue their ... (more...)
- April 15, 2017
In a phone conversation, the two senior officials described the US attacks as a "support" for terrorists. Russian Federation had said the chemical attack was caused when rebel chemical munitions workshops were hit by a Syrian airstrike. "The recent US attack will create a division among the countries in fighting terrorism and will divert the political talks to military solution". Iran's Mohammad Baqeri and Russia's Valery Gerasimov "stressed that the two countries would continue their ... (more...)
NDP will freeze hydro rates, says John Horgan
- April 14, 2017
British Columbia's Liberal government has ignored renters for the past 16 years and it's high time someone offered them a helping hand, New Democrat Leader John Horgan says. James said the Liberals' promise to improve Wi-Fi on ferries shows how out of touch the party is. "What I've noticed about Christy Clark is when she gets backed into a corner, she just makes stuff up", he said. (more...)
- April 14, 2017
British Columbia's Liberal government has ignored renters for the past 16 years and it's high time someone offered them a helping hand, New Democrat Leader John Horgan says. James said the Liberals' promise to improve Wi-Fi on ferries shows how out of touch the party is. "What I've noticed about Christy Clark is when she gets backed into a corner, she just makes stuff up", he said. (more...)
Calgarians commemorate 100th anniversary of Vimy Ridge
- April 14, 2017
Though it was led by British troops, it was mostly fought by Canadian forces. Indeed, we have that responsibility. It was four days of hell for the Canadian soldiers who stormed Vimy Ridge in April of 1917. The innovative fighting techniques used so effectively by our soldiers at Vimy Ridge would contribute to the final Allied victory a year and a half later. (more...)
- April 14, 2017
Though it was led by British troops, it was mostly fought by Canadian forces. Indeed, we have that responsibility. It was four days of hell for the Canadian soldiers who stormed Vimy Ridge in April of 1917. The innovative fighting techniques used so effectively by our soldiers at Vimy Ridge would contribute to the final Allied victory a year and a half later. (more...)
George Lucas pays tribute to Carrie Fisher
- April 14, 2017
Abrams, Star Wars: The Last Jedi drops out of hyperspace and into theaters on December 15, 2017. She said the film will go "deep" into Rey's story and reveal how it can be hard meeting your heroes - presumably alluding to a cranky Skywalker. (more...)
- April 14, 2017
Abrams, Star Wars: The Last Jedi drops out of hyperspace and into theaters on December 15, 2017. She said the film will go "deep" into Rey's story and reveal how it can be hard meeting your heroes - presumably alluding to a cranky Skywalker. (more...)
Round two: Who were the winners of France's presidential debate?
- April 14, 2017
Most French polls show him as the likely victor in a runoff with Le Pen. The poll, however, showed that Mr Macron would beat Mrs Le Pen in the May 7 second-round run-off by 61 per cent to 39 per cent. Other anti-EU nationalists such as Francois Asselineau, Nicolas Dupont-Aignan and Jacques Cheminade, as well as farmer-politician Jean Lassalle, had a rare showcase on the national stage. (more...)
- April 14, 2017
Most French polls show him as the likely victor in a runoff with Le Pen. The poll, however, showed that Mr Macron would beat Mrs Le Pen in the May 7 second-round run-off by 61 per cent to 39 per cent. Other anti-EU nationalists such as Francois Asselineau, Nicolas Dupont-Aignan and Jacques Cheminade, as well as farmer-politician Jean Lassalle, had a rare showcase on the national stage. (more...)
U.S. 'playing the terrorism game' in Syria warns Lavrov
- April 14, 2017
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said he sees no reason for retaliation from Russian Federation for US missile strikes on a Syrian air base. President Trump announced Thursday that the United States had attacked a Syrian air base with cruise missiles. (more...)
- April 14, 2017
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said he sees no reason for retaliation from Russian Federation for US missile strikes on a Syrian air base. President Trump announced Thursday that the United States had attacked a Syrian air base with cruise missiles. (more...)
Russia's Foreign Minister Rips Trump as Tillerson Talks Begin
- April 14, 2017
Russian Federation has slammed Washington's attack on a Syrian airbase and, as Mr Tillerson met Mr Lavrov, Putin admitted that relations between Washington and Moscow have worsened in the three months that Trump has been in office. "We are not going into Syria", he said, adding that he had felt the need to act after the Syrian government violated an agreement made with the Obama administration to remove its chemical weapons. (more...)
- April 14, 2017
Russian Federation has slammed Washington's attack on a Syrian airbase and, as Mr Tillerson met Mr Lavrov, Putin admitted that relations between Washington and Moscow have worsened in the three months that Trump has been in office. "We are not going into Syria", he said, adding that he had felt the need to act after the Syrian government violated an agreement made with the Obama administration to remove its chemical weapons. (more...)
Running for Easter eggs
- April 14, 2017
The event begins at 2 p.m. When: Saturday, April 15 from 11 a.m.to 2 p.m. Rain date is 4 p.m. April 17. The candy in the eggs is nut-free. Be at the park and ready to go at 10 a.m. This Eggstravaganza at Civic Green Park in Highlands Ranch does have egg hunts. If you are looking for an egg hunt and ski combo, Mt Norquay might just be the answer. (more...)
- April 14, 2017
The event begins at 2 p.m. When: Saturday, April 15 from 11 a.m.to 2 p.m. Rain date is 4 p.m. April 17. The candy in the eggs is nut-free. Be at the park and ready to go at 10 a.m. This Eggstravaganza at Civic Green Park in Highlands Ranch does have egg hunts. If you are looking for an egg hunt and ski combo, Mt Norquay might just be the answer. (more...)
Burglary suspect who mailed manifesto to Trump arrested
- April 14, 2017
On April 4, Jakubowski allegedly broke into the Armageddon Gun Shop in Janesville, southeast of Madison, and swiped 18 firearms and two suppressors. A 161-page manifesto that Jakubowski sent to Trump criticized officials from all levels of government and contained "anti-religious views", according to investigators on the case. (more...)
- April 14, 2017
On April 4, Jakubowski allegedly broke into the Armageddon Gun Shop in Janesville, southeast of Madison, and swiped 18 firearms and two suppressors. A 161-page manifesto that Jakubowski sent to Trump criticized officials from all levels of government and contained "anti-religious views", according to investigators on the case. (more...)
Spain-UK row escalates over Gibraltar and Brexit
- April 14, 2017
Some 209 MEPs supported three amendments tabled about Gibraltar, although none were taken on board. If they are out of the United Kingdom, then they are out of the United Kingdom, with all the consequences. "Gibraltar is not a bargaining chip in these negotiations". We are not going to be a chip and we are not going to be a victim of Brexit as we are not the culprits of Brexit: we voted to stay in the European Union so taking it out on us is to allow Spain to behave in the manner of the ... (more...)
- April 14, 2017
Some 209 MEPs supported three amendments tabled about Gibraltar, although none were taken on board. If they are out of the United Kingdom, then they are out of the United Kingdom, with all the consequences. "Gibraltar is not a bargaining chip in these negotiations". We are not going to be a chip and we are not going to be a victim of Brexit as we are not the culprits of Brexit: we voted to stay in the European Union so taking it out on us is to allow Spain to behave in the manner of the ... (more...)
US assessing 'military options' as North Korea test looms
- April 14, 2017
Commercial satellite imagery of North Korea's Punggye-ri nuclear test site obtained by 38 North, a program devoted to analysis of the country at the Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies, showed activity at the site suggestive of preparations for a nuclear test. (more...)
- April 14, 2017
Commercial satellite imagery of North Korea's Punggye-ri nuclear test site obtained by 38 North, a program devoted to analysis of the country at the Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies, showed activity at the site suggestive of preparations for a nuclear test. (more...)
A basketful of fun awaits little ones at Easter egg hunt
- April 14, 2017
The city of Biloxi's second Easter egg hunt of the season brought out a huge crowd. The Easter Bunny will also be there to visit with the youngsters, providing a photo opportunity for parents with cameras. After all the eggs were gathered, everyone began opening them up looking for a prize egg. But, numerous children couldnt wait for the voluneers to say, "start". (more...)
- April 14, 2017
The city of Biloxi's second Easter egg hunt of the season brought out a huge crowd. The Easter Bunny will also be there to visit with the youngsters, providing a photo opportunity for parents with cameras. After all the eggs were gathered, everyone began opening them up looking for a prize egg. But, numerous children couldnt wait for the voluneers to say, "start". (more...)
France's Le Pen turns far-right party into contender for power
- April 14, 2017
Le Pen has denounced since the beginning a "political operation", mounted in particular, according to her, by former European Parliament President Martin Schulz. The allegations appear to have little impact on Le Pen's campaign, being dwarfed by the bigger scandal engulfing her conservative rival Francois Fillon . (more...)
- April 14, 2017
Le Pen has denounced since the beginning a "political operation", mounted in particular, according to her, by former European Parliament President Martin Schulz. The allegations appear to have little impact on Le Pen's campaign, being dwarfed by the bigger scandal engulfing her conservative rival Francois Fillon . (more...)
South Africa Court to Decide on Secret No-Confidence Ballot on Zuma
- April 14, 2017
Zuma invited much controversy after he sacked Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan amid a sudden cabinet reshuffle, leading to global rating agencies downgrading the country's status to junk and a free fall of the South African rand. Ten of South Africa's 12 opposition parties have united to undertake the new campaign, which, it was stressed, is not after regime change but rather an end to Mr Zuma's presidency. (more...)
- April 14, 2017
Zuma invited much controversy after he sacked Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan amid a sudden cabinet reshuffle, leading to global rating agencies downgrading the country's status to junk and a free fall of the South African rand. Ten of South Africa's 12 opposition parties have united to undertake the new campaign, which, it was stressed, is not after regime change but rather an end to Mr Zuma's presidency. (more...)
North Korea gears up to celebrate birthday of country's founder
- April 14, 2017
The new strategy will be deployed at a time of escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula. President Vladimir Putin's spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Friday that Russian Federation is calling on all parties to show restraint and refrain from any provocative action. (more...)
- April 14, 2017
The new strategy will be deployed at a time of escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula. President Vladimir Putin's spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Friday that Russian Federation is calling on all parties to show restraint and refrain from any provocative action. (more...)
China pleads with USA and North Korea to calm tensions
- April 14, 2017
Trump has also said the United States is prepared to tackle the crisis without China, if necessary. "Trump is always making provocations with his aggressive words", Han said. "Once a war really happens, the result will be nothing but multiple-loss". On Friday, Beijing's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said no one can win on the Korean peninsula through the use of force. (more...)
- April 14, 2017
Trump has also said the United States is prepared to tackle the crisis without China, if necessary. "Trump is always making provocations with his aggressive words", Han said. "Once a war really happens, the result will be nothing but multiple-loss". On Friday, Beijing's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said no one can win on the Korean peninsula through the use of force. (more...)
Moscow, Washington committed to fighting against terrorism, says Russian FM
- April 14, 2017
Syria and North Korea are two main subjects of talks between Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Moscow Wednesday, as the diplomats try to fix a relationship that President Vladimir Putin says has only gotten worse in recent months. (more...)
- April 14, 2017
Syria and North Korea are two main subjects of talks between Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Moscow Wednesday, as the diplomats try to fix a relationship that President Vladimir Putin says has only gotten worse in recent months. (more...)
Syria's Assad says chemical attack evidence 'fabricated' in interview
- April 14, 2017
Speaking amid a backdrop of US investigations of Russian meddling in last year's presidential election, Lavrov also said Russia confirmed its willingness to dispel problems in relations with the U.S. Washington says it acted to punish the Syrian government for what it said was a devastating nerve gas attack Damascus launched against its own people that killed scores. (more...)
- April 14, 2017
Speaking amid a backdrop of US investigations of Russian meddling in last year's presidential election, Lavrov also said Russia confirmed its willingness to dispel problems in relations with the U.S. Washington says it acted to punish the Syrian government for what it said was a devastating nerve gas attack Damascus launched against its own people that killed scores. (more...)
U.S. drops 'mother of all bombs' on IS in Afghanistan
- April 14, 2017
The MOAB's 30-foot-long aluminum casing weighs only 3,000 pounds, which is an unusually low proportion of the bomb's overall weight. Afghan President Ashraf Ghani's office said in a statement the attack was a part of a joint operation by Afghan and global troops. (more...)
- April 14, 2017
The MOAB's 30-foot-long aluminum casing weighs only 3,000 pounds, which is an unusually low proportion of the bomb's overall weight. Afghan President Ashraf Ghani's office said in a statement the attack was a part of a joint operation by Afghan and global troops. (more...)
USA experts question Pak's decision of Jadhav
- April 14, 2017
Asif insisted that the trial of Jadhav, accused of espionage and waging war against Pakistan, followed due legal process. "We should take it up as world forum as well", Tharoor said. Jadhav was arrested on March 3, 2016, through a counter-intelligence operation in Balochistan's Mashkel area for his involvement in espionage and sabotage activities against Pakistan, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement on Monday. (more...)
- April 14, 2017
Asif insisted that the trial of Jadhav, accused of espionage and waging war against Pakistan, followed due legal process. "We should take it up as world forum as well", Tharoor said. Jadhav was arrested on March 3, 2016, through a counter-intelligence operation in Balochistan's Mashkel area for his involvement in espionage and sabotage activities against Pakistan, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement on Monday. (more...)
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