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Saudi officers killed in helicopter crash in Yemen
- April 19, 2017
The Saudi Black Hawk "fell during operations in the province of Marib" east of Sana'a, the coalition said in a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency , without clarifying the reason. Asked about the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Yemen, Mattis said the U.S. was in favor of a swift political solution. President Abed-Rabbo Mansour Hadi insists on the implementation of the U.N. (more...)
- April 19, 2017
The Saudi Black Hawk "fell during operations in the province of Marib" east of Sana'a, the coalition said in a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency , without clarifying the reason. Asked about the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Yemen, Mattis said the U.S. was in favor of a swift political solution. President Abed-Rabbo Mansour Hadi insists on the implementation of the U.N. (more...)
Almost 40 million people have yet to file taxes this year
- April 19, 2017
Taxpayers who file a frivolous tax return can be assessed a $5,000 penalty and civil penalties of up to 75 percent of the underpaid tax. "Please take your time and carefully follow all instructions to ensure you're filing an accurate return", said Deputy Treasurer Glenn White, head of Treasury's Tax Administration Group. (more...)
- April 19, 2017
Taxpayers who file a frivolous tax return can be assessed a $5,000 penalty and civil penalties of up to 75 percent of the underpaid tax. "Please take your time and carefully follow all instructions to ensure you're filing an accurate return", said Deputy Treasurer Glenn White, head of Treasury's Tax Administration Group. (more...)
Sterling soars; stocks and US dollar off on geopolitical angst
- April 19, 2017
Prime Minister Theresa May last month formally triggered Britain's exit talks, nine months after the country voted in a referendum to leave the EU. Though his Conservative Party failed to win the 2010 general outright, Cameron led a coalition government with the much-smaller Liberal Democrats that enforced fiscal austerity created to get Britain's public finances into shape following the global financial crisis. (more...)
- April 19, 2017
Prime Minister Theresa May last month formally triggered Britain's exit talks, nine months after the country voted in a referendum to leave the EU. Though his Conservative Party failed to win the 2010 general outright, Cameron led a coalition government with the much-smaller Liberal Democrats that enforced fiscal austerity created to get Britain's public finances into shape following the global financial crisis. (more...)
European Union hopes snap election will boost May's mandate
- April 19, 2017
Although the Lib Dems were whittled down to only 9 Members of Parliament in the last election , some believe as a pro-EU party they could regain many seats, and stymy a Conservative agenda by teaming up with the Labour party. One by one she attacked Labour, the Lib Dems, the SNP and "unelected members of the House of Lords" for challenging her Brexit programme, adding: "If we do not hold a general election now their political game-playing will continue, and the negotiations with the ... (more...)
- April 19, 2017
Although the Lib Dems were whittled down to only 9 Members of Parliament in the last election , some believe as a pro-EU party they could regain many seats, and stymy a Conservative agenda by teaming up with the Labour party. One by one she attacked Labour, the Lib Dems, the SNP and "unelected members of the House of Lords" for challenging her Brexit programme, adding: "If we do not hold a general election now their political game-playing will continue, and the negotiations with the ... (more...)
Early signs that Vancouver housing market correction may be over: Royal LePage
- April 19, 2017
Aggregate prices are calculated using a weighted average of the median values of homes in the three main property categories: bungalows, two-storey homes, and condominiums. The survey also broke out price changes for various housing types, and found the median price of a bungalow in Ottawa rose 6.9 per cent to $411,375 and the median price of a condo went up three per cent to $324,455. (more...)
- April 19, 2017
Aggregate prices are calculated using a weighted average of the median values of homes in the three main property categories: bungalows, two-storey homes, and condominiums. The survey also broke out price changes for various housing types, and found the median price of a bungalow in Ottawa rose 6.9 per cent to $411,375 and the median price of a condo went up three per cent to $324,455. (more...)
Tony Blair could work alongside Lib Dems in anti-Brexit election campaign
- April 19, 2017
Within an hour of the prime minister finishing her speech outside the steps of 10 Downing Street, the Lib Dems had gathered 1,000 new members. The party's membership has rocketed to 91,000, more than double its strength at the last election, including more than 2,500 who signed up yesterday. (more...)
- April 19, 2017
Within an hour of the prime minister finishing her speech outside the steps of 10 Downing Street, the Lib Dems had gathered 1,000 new members. The party's membership has rocketed to 91,000, more than double its strength at the last election, including more than 2,500 who signed up yesterday. (more...)
Panneerselvam Calling Shots in Tamil Nadu with Modi's Help
- April 19, 2017
Unity efforts in the AIADMK hit a roadblock on Tuesday after former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam sought the exit of the now jailed V.K. Meanwhile, the Panneerselvam camp took to Twitter to express its willingness to hold talks with the AIADMK (Amma) faction. The present tally is not clear. (more...)
- April 19, 2017
Unity efforts in the AIADMK hit a roadblock on Tuesday after former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam sought the exit of the now jailed V.K. Meanwhile, the Panneerselvam camp took to Twitter to express its willingness to hold talks with the AIADMK (Amma) faction. The present tally is not clear. (more...)
Facebook murder suspect recognized at McDonald's after ordering McNuggets; employee alerted police
- April 19, 2017
The video remained on the social network for about two hours before it was taken down. Police say Stephens was spotted just after 11 a.m. Tuesday morning by an alert citizen near the intersection of Buffalo Road and Downing Avenue in Erie County, Pennsylvania. (more...)
- April 19, 2017
The video remained on the social network for about two hours before it was taken down. Police say Stephens was spotted just after 11 a.m. Tuesday morning by an alert citizen near the intersection of Buffalo Road and Downing Avenue in Erie County, Pennsylvania. (more...)
Kids learn then search for Easter eggs at Animal Egg Hunt
- April 19, 2017
For Sarah Mabe, a mother of a special needs child, an event like this helps her son, Myles. "It's going to be fun because we can go home and eat the eggs and all the treats". No child they should get every experience that their siblings get. Pierce added that family is most important to her and she hopes her children understand the importance of family and what Easter traditionally means. (more...)
- April 19, 2017
For Sarah Mabe, a mother of a special needs child, an event like this helps her son, Myles. "It's going to be fun because we can go home and eat the eggs and all the treats". No child they should get every experience that their siblings get. Pierce added that family is most important to her and she hopes her children understand the importance of family and what Easter traditionally means. (more...)
Riz Ahmed destroys James Corden in 'Drop the Mic' rap battle
- April 19, 2017
It's like you were overbooked on the United Air flight", referencing the recent headlines surrounding a United Airlines passenger who was dragged off a flight. "I speak the truth, you're a liar". "I wouldn't start this war if Kendall Jenner brought out Pepsis", Ahmed said in his final lines, managing to squeeze just one more relevant pop culture tidbit into the mix. (more...)
- April 19, 2017
It's like you were overbooked on the United Air flight", referencing the recent headlines surrounding a United Airlines passenger who was dragged off a flight. "I speak the truth, you're a liar". "I wouldn't start this war if Kendall Jenner brought out Pepsis", Ahmed said in his final lines, managing to squeeze just one more relevant pop culture tidbit into the mix. (more...)
Aaron Hernandez innocent of murder says fan in court
- April 19, 2017
Meanwhile, prosecution maintains that Hernandez is the tie between the murder auto and the murder weapon and killed the men because he felt disrespected when one of the men bumped into him. The prosecution rested after Settana's testimony. Hernandez is standing trial for the July 2012 killings of Daniel de Abreu and Safiro Furtado who he encountered in the Boston nightclub. (more...)
- April 19, 2017
Meanwhile, prosecution maintains that Hernandez is the tie between the murder auto and the murder weapon and killed the men because he felt disrespected when one of the men bumped into him. The prosecution rested after Settana's testimony. Hernandez is standing trial for the July 2012 killings of Daniel de Abreu and Safiro Furtado who he encountered in the Boston nightclub. (more...)
Putin also congratulates Erdogan over referendum win
- April 19, 2017
Voters Sunday narrowly approved constitutional amendments that will replace Turkey's parliamentary system with a presidential one. As the White House defends President Donald Trump's phone call to congratulate Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on his referendum victory that grants him largely unchecked powers, retired Marine Gen. (more...)
- April 19, 2017
Voters Sunday narrowly approved constitutional amendments that will replace Turkey's parliamentary system with a presidential one. As the White House defends President Donald Trump's phone call to congratulate Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on his referendum victory that grants him largely unchecked powers, retired Marine Gen. (more...)
United Airlines won't use police to remove passengers, says CEO
- April 19, 2017
David Dao was filmed being dragged off the overbooked flight at Chicago O'Hare airport, bloodied and screaming, in a video watched millions of times online. United was trying to find seats for four employees, meaning four passengers had to deplane. "No one should ever be mistreated this way". "Currently, they are focused only on Dr. (more...)
- April 19, 2017
David Dao was filmed being dragged off the overbooked flight at Chicago O'Hare airport, bloodied and screaming, in a video watched millions of times online. United was trying to find seats for four employees, meaning four passengers had to deplane. "No one should ever be mistreated this way". "Currently, they are focused only on Dr. (more...)
Most Polling Places in Georgia's 6th District Close
- April 19, 2017
Georgia voters in the Atlanta suburbs will go to the polls on Tuesday in a special election for the congressional seat vacated by Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Tom Price. Ossoff's campaign received millions in donations as he promised his agenda would be to " make Trump furious ". Why is Ossoff a threat to Republicans in Congress? With Ossoff's youth, the election has also put the focus on a particular demographic group - millennials - and made identity politics a subject ... (more...)
- April 19, 2017
Georgia voters in the Atlanta suburbs will go to the polls on Tuesday in a special election for the congressional seat vacated by Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Tom Price. Ossoff's campaign received millions in donations as he promised his agenda would be to " make Trump furious ". Why is Ossoff a threat to Republicans in Congress? With Ossoff's youth, the election has also put the focus on a particular demographic group - millennials - and made identity politics a subject ... (more...)
Immigration changes will protect Kiwi workers, says BusinessNZ
- April 19, 2017
Anyone who earns more than that amount will automatically be classified as highly skilled. One remuneration threshold will be set at the New Zealand median income of $48,859 a year for jobs that are now considered skilled. Ensuring the length of the visa in seasonal occupations aligns with peak labour demand, rather than for twelve months as is presently the case. "But we're also setting a challenge to employers to take on more New Zealanders and invest in the training needed to upskill ... (more...)
- April 19, 2017
Anyone who earns more than that amount will automatically be classified as highly skilled. One remuneration threshold will be set at the New Zealand median income of $48,859 a year for jobs that are now considered skilled. Ensuring the length of the visa in seasonal occupations aligns with peak labour demand, rather than for twelve months as is presently the case. "But we're also setting a challenge to employers to take on more New Zealanders and invest in the training needed to upskill ... (more...)
Migrant exodus from Libya amid warm weather
- April 19, 2017
Last year, more than 350,000 migrants arrived in Europe from the third world, and many no doubt were good people, and their desperation is of course easy to understand given where they came from. They hailed from Syria, Egypt and Libya, as well as more than a dozen other African countries. The higher number of deaths at this point in 2016 is largely due to deaths on the Eastern Mediterranean route, in which 376 deaths were recorded between January and April 18, 2016, compared to only 14 so ... (more...)
- April 19, 2017
Last year, more than 350,000 migrants arrived in Europe from the third world, and many no doubt were good people, and their desperation is of course easy to understand given where they came from. They hailed from Syria, Egypt and Libya, as well as more than a dozen other African countries. The higher number of deaths at this point in 2016 is largely due to deaths on the Eastern Mediterranean route, in which 376 deaths were recorded between January and April 18, 2016, compared to only 14 so ... (more...)
China's envoy with the 'thankless task' of tackling North Korea
- April 19, 2017
Officials privately say they regard many of Mr Trump's policy positions as no different to, or tougher than, Mr Obama's. North Korea says whatever action the USA may take, it will respond in kind. But the meetings could indicate how forcefully the US will pressure Japan to further open its farm and automotive sectors. "North Korea has referred to me as the lesser evil". (more...)
- April 19, 2017
Officials privately say they regard many of Mr Trump's policy positions as no different to, or tougher than, Mr Obama's. North Korea says whatever action the USA may take, it will respond in kind. But the meetings could indicate how forcefully the US will pressure Japan to further open its farm and automotive sectors. "North Korea has referred to me as the lesser evil". (more...)
Anthony Joshua hits back at Tyson Fury in war of words
- April 19, 2017
Finally, Joshua said: "Shut up and give me a date when you'll be back!" "I don't know if Wladimir will still fight at 50, but one thing is for sure, he's not looking at this fight [with Joshua] as his last fight". "You can't even carry my jock strap flex, you stay humble w*****. KO". "I'm that confident I can smash Joshua when we fight (that) I'll do the victor takes all". (more...)
- April 19, 2017
Finally, Joshua said: "Shut up and give me a date when you'll be back!" "I don't know if Wladimir will still fight at 50, but one thing is for sure, he's not looking at this fight [with Joshua] as his last fight". "You can't even carry my jock strap flex, you stay humble w*****. KO". "I'm that confident I can smash Joshua when we fight (that) I'll do the victor takes all". (more...)
Israel has detained one million Palestinians since its creation
- April 19, 2017
He is a convicted murderer and a terrorist. The hunger strike actions are a continuation of global calls, including those made by the United Nations, for Israel to end its apartheid-style occupation of the Palestinian territories and its ongoing subjugation of Palestinians. (more...)
- April 19, 2017
He is a convicted murderer and a terrorist. The hunger strike actions are a continuation of global calls, including those made by the United Nations, for Israel to end its apartheid-style occupation of the Palestinian territories and its ongoing subjugation of Palestinians. (more...)
Prince death: Documents reveal illegal pill addiction
- April 19, 2017
They don't reveal answers, but do shed light on Prince's struggle with addiction to prescription opioids in the days before he died. Dated between April and September 2016, these documents were part of the investigation into how and where Prince obtained a fatal dosage of fentanyl. (more...)
- April 19, 2017
They don't reveal answers, but do shed light on Prince's struggle with addiction to prescription opioids in the days before he died. Dated between April and September 2016, these documents were part of the investigation into how and where Prince obtained a fatal dosage of fentanyl. (more...)
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