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2 men in Indonesia's Aceh province face caning for gay sex
- April 15, 2017
The disturbing case prompted Human Rights Watch to demand that they immediately be released, saying the potential punishment of public beating with a stick is torture. The two men were arrested after neighbors reported them for suspicion of homosexuality and posted a video allegedly showing proof of their relationship on the internet. (more...)
- April 15, 2017
The disturbing case prompted Human Rights Watch to demand that they immediately be released, saying the potential punishment of public beating with a stick is torture. The two men were arrested after neighbors reported them for suspicion of homosexuality and posted a video allegedly showing proof of their relationship on the internet. (more...)
South Korea's Former Leader Park Arrested Over Bribery Scandal
- April 15, 2017
A convoy of vehicles, including a black sedan carrying Park, entered a detention facility near Seoul before dawn after the Seoul Central District Court granted a prosecutors' request to arrest her. The country will go to the polls on May 9 to elect a new president in an atempt to restore stability to the government. If eventually found guilty, Ms Park would face at least 10 years in prison, legal experts said. (more...)
- April 15, 2017
A convoy of vehicles, including a black sedan carrying Park, entered a detention facility near Seoul before dawn after the Seoul Central District Court granted a prosecutors' request to arrest her. The country will go to the polls on May 9 to elect a new president in an atempt to restore stability to the government. If eventually found guilty, Ms Park would face at least 10 years in prison, legal experts said. (more...)
Wisconsin man accused of sending manifesto to Trump arrested after manhunt
- April 15, 2017
On Thursday, someone who said they were Jakubowski sent a letter threatening violence Easter Sunday against churches about 19 miles northwest of Milwaukee , the Waukesha Sheriff's Office said. Police also learned that he had discussed a plan to steal weapons and use them to carry out an attack against public officials or an unspecified school. (more...)
- April 15, 2017
On Thursday, someone who said they were Jakubowski sent a letter threatening violence Easter Sunday against churches about 19 miles northwest of Milwaukee , the Waukesha Sheriff's Office said. Police also learned that he had discussed a plan to steal weapons and use them to carry out an attack against public officials or an unspecified school. (more...)
Hillary Clinton calls for U.S. to take out Syrian air force
- April 15, 2017
The US and other Western countries put the blame on Assad's armed forces for the chemical attack, which was said to be the worst in the country for more than four years. "I should be lauding Hillary for making time to be here despite her busy schedule as president". Clinton said both the men are not fond of strong women. (more...)
- April 15, 2017
The US and other Western countries put the blame on Assad's armed forces for the chemical attack, which was said to be the worst in the country for more than four years. "I should be lauding Hillary for making time to be here despite her busy schedule as president". Clinton said both the men are not fond of strong women. (more...)
NASA Finds Potentially Habitable Ocean Environment on Saturn's Moon
- April 15, 2017
The Cassini spacecraft detected the hydrogen in a plume of gas and icy material spraying off Enceladus in October 2015. "This is the closest we've come, so far, to identifying a place with some of the ingredients needed for a habitable environment", said Thomas Zurbuchen, associate administrator for NASA's Science Mission Directorate at Headquarters in Washington. (more...)
- April 15, 2017
The Cassini spacecraft detected the hydrogen in a plume of gas and icy material spraying off Enceladus in October 2015. "This is the closest we've come, so far, to identifying a place with some of the ingredients needed for a habitable environment", said Thomas Zurbuchen, associate administrator for NASA's Science Mission Directorate at Headquarters in Washington. (more...)
Amarinder to convene meeting to review VIP security
- April 15, 2017
Singh also said that the Justin Trudeau Cabinet has five Khalistani sympathisers. "Punjabis worldwide are proud of their elected representatives in Canada and Sajjan is an example of personal accomplishment for the entire Punjabi diaspora". (more...)
- April 15, 2017
Singh also said that the Justin Trudeau Cabinet has five Khalistani sympathisers. "Punjabis worldwide are proud of their elected representatives in Canada and Sajjan is an example of personal accomplishment for the entire Punjabi diaspora". (more...)
Donald Trump's reversals come after crash course on the issues
- April 15, 2017
I myself participated in such demonstrations. Trump has given heft to the US demand with shows of force. All of this helped pull Trump's poll records down to record lows for this time in an Administration. "Both decisions were made on the merits of those decisions, separately", the official said. China opposes even limited USA military action against its ally and neighbor, which risks dragging both sides into a broader conflict and send refugees clambering toward its border. (more...)
- April 15, 2017
I myself participated in such demonstrations. Trump has given heft to the US demand with shows of force. All of this helped pull Trump's poll records down to record lows for this time in an Administration. "Both decisions were made on the merits of those decisions, separately", the official said. China opposes even limited USA military action against its ally and neighbor, which risks dragging both sides into a broader conflict and send refugees clambering toward its border. (more...)
United Kingdom updates driving test to include sat navs
- April 15, 2017
It's hoped that the new driving test will help lower the number of accidents among young drivers, who now account for a fifth of the 2000 people killed on Britain's roads every year. "Making sure the driving test better assesses a driver's ability to drive safely and independently is part of our strategy to help you stay safe on Britain's roads". (more...)
- April 15, 2017
It's hoped that the new driving test will help lower the number of accidents among young drivers, who now account for a fifth of the 2000 people killed on Britain's roads every year. "Making sure the driving test better assesses a driver's ability to drive safely and independently is part of our strategy to help you stay safe on Britain's roads". (more...)
Erdogan and Putin back investigation into Syria chemical attack
- April 15, 2017
It was the eighth time Russian Federation has used its veto to block action directed at Damascus . In Russia's view, the probe conducted by the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons should be widened to include experts from many nations, he said. (more...)
- April 15, 2017
It was the eighth time Russian Federation has used its veto to block action directed at Damascus . In Russia's view, the probe conducted by the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons should be widened to include experts from many nations, he said. (more...)
North Korea warns United States to end its 'military hysteria' or face retaliation
- April 15, 2017
A conflict over North Korea could break out "at any moment", China's foreign minister Wang Yi said Friday, warning there would be "no winner" in any war as tensions soar with the US. Kim Jong Un wants his country to be validated as a nuclear power, and a test would further that goal". Monday, hundreds of members of the Korean People's Army (KPA) crowded the plaza of the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun in Pyongyang to pay tribute to past leaders and vow loyalty to Kim Jong Un, according to state ... (more...)
- April 15, 2017
A conflict over North Korea could break out "at any moment", China's foreign minister Wang Yi said Friday, warning there would be "no winner" in any war as tensions soar with the US. Kim Jong Un wants his country to be validated as a nuclear power, and a test would further that goal". Monday, hundreds of members of the Korean People's Army (KPA) crowded the plaza of the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun in Pyongyang to pay tribute to past leaders and vow loyalty to Kim Jong Un, according to state ... (more...)
Three suspected R&AW agents arrested in PoK, says report
- April 15, 2017
A delegation was to visit New Delhi April 16-19 to discuss issues related to fishermen and search and rescue operations. However, Indian officials refused to release the pledged money to the three because they were unable to provide a newspaper report as proof of their action, the police officer said. (more...)
- April 15, 2017
A delegation was to visit New Delhi April 16-19 to discuss issues related to fishermen and search and rescue operations. However, Indian officials refused to release the pledged money to the three because they were unable to provide a newspaper report as proof of their action, the police officer said. (more...)
Trump warns Chinese President about bombing Syria during dessert
- April 15, 2017
The vast amount of coal that comes out of North Korea going to China. North Korea is said to be readying for its sixth nuclear test . Asked how the Chinese President reacted to the news, Mr Trump said: "He paused for 10 seconds and then he asked the interpreter to please say it again". (more...)
- April 15, 2017
The vast amount of coal that comes out of North Korea going to China. North Korea is said to be readying for its sixth nuclear test . Asked how the Chinese President reacted to the news, Mr Trump said: "He paused for 10 seconds and then he asked the interpreter to please say it again". (more...)
Daesh's second-in-command killed in airstrike, Iraq says
- April 15, 2017
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres yesterday called on world powers to increase aid to help people fleeing the Iraqi city of Mosul which government forces have been battling to retake from Islamic State. The current mission, launched previous year, saw the Liberal government withdraw Canadian fighter jets from the US -led bombing campaign against ISIL, but triple the number of special forces in northern Iraq. (more...)
- April 15, 2017
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres yesterday called on world powers to increase aid to help people fleeing the Iraqi city of Mosul which government forces have been battling to retake from Islamic State. The current mission, launched previous year, saw the Liberal government withdraw Canadian fighter jets from the US -led bombing campaign against ISIL, but triple the number of special forces in northern Iraq. (more...)
Iran's Ahmadinejad registers as presidential candidate
- April 15, 2017
Last year, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei discouraged him from running for presidential bid because it is "not in his interest and that of the country". Having been out of politics for four years, under Iranian law he is permitted to run for office again. While the deal has seen global financial and trade sanctions lifted on Tehran , numerous benefits have yet to trickle down to the average Iranian. (more...)
- April 15, 2017
Last year, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei discouraged him from running for presidential bid because it is "not in his interest and that of the country". Having been out of politics for four years, under Iranian law he is permitted to run for office again. While the deal has seen global financial and trade sanctions lifted on Tehran , numerous benefits have yet to trickle down to the average Iranian. (more...)
Pompeo's House seat remains in Republican hands
- April 15, 2017
A Democratic victory in Georgia would also notch the party one of the 24 congressional seats it needs to reclaim the House. Ted Cruz stumped in Wichita , and Vice President Mike Pence and Trump recorded robocalls sent to district Republicans urging them to vote on Tuesday. (more...)
- April 15, 2017
A Democratic victory in Georgia would also notch the party one of the 24 congressional seats it needs to reclaim the House. Ted Cruz stumped in Wichita , and Vice President Mike Pence and Trump recorded robocalls sent to district Republicans urging them to vote on Tuesday. (more...)
Stockholm truck attack suspect reported to have confessed
- April 15, 2017
The Uzbek was arrested several hours later. Jonas Hysing of Sweden's national police says "we know he has been sympathetic to extremist organizations". Thousands of people attends a "Lovefest" vigil against terrorism in in Sergels Torg, central Stockholm , Sweden, Sunday, April 9, 2017. "I want to show I'm not afraid to go out", Eva Udd, a 55-year-old nurse who had joined the demonstration with a friend, said. (more...)
- April 15, 2017
The Uzbek was arrested several hours later. Jonas Hysing of Sweden's national police says "we know he has been sympathetic to extremist organizations". Thousands of people attends a "Lovefest" vigil against terrorism in in Sergels Torg, central Stockholm , Sweden, Sunday, April 9, 2017. "I want to show I'm not afraid to go out", Eva Udd, a 55-year-old nurse who had joined the demonstration with a friend, said. (more...)
Russia Vetoes UN Resolution On Suspected Chemical Attack In Syria
- April 15, 2017
Ward used a hastily convened meeting of the organization's executive council to launch a withering verbal attack on Syrian President Bashar Assad and his allies in Moscow . The U.S. attack raised tensions between Moscow and Washington. Putin had even honored Tillerson a friendship award. In February, Russia and China vetoed a measure that would have imposed sanctions on a number of individuals and entities linked to the use of chemical weapons in cases where responsibility was established ... (more...)
- April 15, 2017
Ward used a hastily convened meeting of the organization's executive council to launch a withering verbal attack on Syrian President Bashar Assad and his allies in Moscow . The U.S. attack raised tensions between Moscow and Washington. Putin had even honored Tillerson a friendship award. In February, Russia and China vetoed a measure that would have imposed sanctions on a number of individuals and entities linked to the use of chemical weapons in cases where responsibility was established ... (more...)
Trump's reversals come after crash course on the issues
- April 15, 2017
On the morning of April 12, President Xi Jinping talked to US President Donald Trump on the phone. And I was given the message from the generals that the ships are locked and loaded, what do you do? Dispensing with charges he made against the Chinese during the campaign, Trump proclaimed, "They're not currency manipulators". (more...)
- April 15, 2017
On the morning of April 12, President Xi Jinping talked to US President Donald Trump on the phone. And I was given the message from the generals that the ships are locked and loaded, what do you do? Dispensing with charges he made against the Chinese during the campaign, Trump proclaimed, "They're not currency manipulators". (more...)
Gigaba was 'shocked' to be named finance minister
- April 15, 2017
In a statement on Friday, George said Fedusa "is deeply disappointed and outraged with the manner in which President Jacob Zuma has handled the Cabinet reshuffle". "I'm very much uncomfortable with it". Rumours Zuma was to replace Gordhan have unsettled markets all week and members of the ANC urged the president to reconsider. (more...)
- April 15, 2017
In a statement on Friday, George said Fedusa "is deeply disappointed and outraged with the manner in which President Jacob Zuma has handled the Cabinet reshuffle". "I'm very much uncomfortable with it". Rumours Zuma was to replace Gordhan have unsettled markets all week and members of the ANC urged the president to reconsider. (more...)
Egypt's president orders state of emergency after attacks
- April 15, 2017
And the Egyptian president proceeded immediately to add to his armoury by declaring a state of emergency, deploying troops around the country and, ominously, warning the press against repeated coverage of massacres and of the need to "deal with the issue with credibility and responsibility". (more...)
- April 15, 2017
And the Egyptian president proceeded immediately to add to his armoury by declaring a state of emergency, deploying troops around the country and, ominously, warning the press against repeated coverage of massacres and of the need to "deal with the issue with credibility and responsibility". (more...)
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