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United States tells North Korea: We don't want a fight, don't start one
- April 24, 2017
Vice President Mike Pence issued a fresh warning to North Korea from the deck of a US aircraft carrier in Japan, hours after reports emerged that the approaching "armada" Donald Trump touted last week was still thousands of miles away. Mr Donald Trump's deputy is in the region to reassure allies fretting over Pyongyang's quickening missile programme, and its apparent readiness to carry out another banned nuclear test in its quest to develop an atomic weapon that can hit the USA mainland. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Vice President Mike Pence issued a fresh warning to North Korea from the deck of a US aircraft carrier in Japan, hours after reports emerged that the approaching "armada" Donald Trump touted last week was still thousands of miles away. Mr Donald Trump's deputy is in the region to reassure allies fretting over Pyongyang's quickening missile programme, and its apparent readiness to carry out another banned nuclear test in its quest to develop an atomic weapon that can hit the USA mainland. (more...)
Trump's impact exceeds accomplishments in first 100 days
- April 24, 2017
The first 100 days tends to be honeymoon period for a new president, especially when his party has full control of government. Interestingly, the Washington Post-ABC News poll also shows that respondents believe both major parties are out of touch with the concerns of Americans today. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
The first 100 days tends to be honeymoon period for a new president, especially when his party has full control of government. Interestingly, the Washington Post-ABC News poll also shows that respondents believe both major parties are out of touch with the concerns of Americans today. (more...)
Gunman posted about 'angel' wife before killing her in classroom
- April 24, 2017
Just weeks before the shooting, Anderson had professed his love to Smith in a series of social media posts, including one that called her an "angel". Smith's mother Irma Sykes says the relationship took a surprising turn soon after the marriage. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Just weeks before the shooting, Anderson had professed his love to Smith in a series of social media posts, including one that called her an "angel". Smith's mother Irma Sykes says the relationship took a surprising turn soon after the marriage. (more...)
Hollande says backing Macron in second round
- April 24, 2017
The euro surged on Monday as markets reacted favourably to the outcome of the first round of the French election. The Republican candidate, former Prime Minister Francois Fillon, whose campaign was marked by a series of personal scandals, scored a paltry 19.94% a near historic low for the party inheritor of the Gaullist tradition. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
The euro surged on Monday as markets reacted favourably to the outcome of the first round of the French election. The Republican candidate, former Prime Minister Francois Fillon, whose campaign was marked by a series of personal scandals, scored a paltry 19.94% a near historic low for the party inheritor of the Gaullist tradition. (more...)
Japan's Abe agrees to keep close contact with US on North Korea
- April 24, 2017
With the Trump administration continuing its intense pressure tactics on China, some observers have argued its North Korea policy goes beyond assigning a role to Beijing and is closer to "subcontracting". Asked whether a preemptive strike was under consideration, she said: 'We are not going to do anything unless he gives us reason to do something'. Haley said the detentions are North Korea's effort to "have a bargaining chip" for talks with the US. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
With the Trump administration continuing its intense pressure tactics on China, some observers have argued its North Korea policy goes beyond assigning a role to Beijing and is closer to "subcontracting". Asked whether a preemptive strike was under consideration, she said: 'We are not going to do anything unless he gives us reason to do something'. Haley said the detentions are North Korea's effort to "have a bargaining chip" for talks with the US. (more...)
Blue Jays manager John Gibbons ejected after disputed walk
- April 24, 2017
Interestingly, we arrived just after Glasgow Rangers had signed its first prominent Catholic player in club history ( Mo Johnston ), who had previously been a Celtic player...and rumored to have been re-signing with Celtic that summer. Toronto Blue Jays' Jose Bautista celebrates his three-run home run in the dugout during the 13th inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Saturday , April 22, 2017, in Anaheim, Calif. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Interestingly, we arrived just after Glasgow Rangers had signed its first prominent Catholic player in club history ( Mo Johnston ), who had previously been a Celtic player...and rumored to have been re-signing with Celtic that summer. Toronto Blue Jays' Jose Bautista celebrates his three-run home run in the dugout during the 13th inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Saturday , April 22, 2017, in Anaheim, Calif. (more...)
When Megyn Kelly Will Make Her NBC Debut
- April 24, 2017
Although her on-air debut is more than a month away, Kelly is set to start working for the peacock network next week. As part of her multi-year deal with NBC, believed to be worth about $18 million annually, Kelly will also take over an hour now occupied by the " Today " show in the fall, either at 9 or 10 a.m. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Although her on-air debut is more than a month away, Kelly is set to start working for the peacock network next week. As part of her multi-year deal with NBC, believed to be worth about $18 million annually, Kelly will also take over an hour now occupied by the " Today " show in the fall, either at 9 or 10 a.m. (more...)
Afghan officials: USA bomb killed more ISIL fighters than thought
- April 24, 2017
On Friday, U.S. officials called the use of the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast bomb (MOAB) the right weapon at the right time . Afghan defence officials have said the 21,600-pound (9,797-kg) GBU-43, dropped late on Thursday in the eastern province of Nangarhar, had killed almost 100 suspected militants, though they acknowledged this was an estimate and not based on an actual body count. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
On Friday, U.S. officials called the use of the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast bomb (MOAB) the right weapon at the right time . Afghan defence officials have said the 21,600-pound (9,797-kg) GBU-43, dropped late on Thursday in the eastern province of Nangarhar, had killed almost 100 suspected militants, though they acknowledged this was an estimate and not based on an actual body count. (more...)
Seoul verifying NK's detainment of United States citizen
- April 24, 2017
The phone call comes amid threats from North Korea that it will sink a U.S. Navy strike group that's led by the USS Carl Vinson aircraft carrier; it also follows reports from a North Korean university that one of its lecturers, who holds U.S. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
The phone call comes amid threats from North Korea that it will sink a U.S. Navy strike group that's led by the USS Carl Vinson aircraft carrier; it also follows reports from a North Korean university that one of its lecturers, who holds U.S. (more...)
Afghan defense chief quits over attack; Mattis flies in
- April 24, 2017
The soldiers, majority unarmed, were shot while eating lunch or emerging from Friday prayers at the headquarters of the Afghan army's 209th Corps in Balkh by assailants in military uniforms, who entered after another attacker had detonated explosives at a check post. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
The soldiers, majority unarmed, were shot while eating lunch or emerging from Friday prayers at the headquarters of the Afghan army's 209th Corps in Balkh by assailants in military uniforms, who entered after another attacker had detonated explosives at a check post. (more...)
Labour wants four new bank holidays to mark patron saints
- April 24, 2017
The Labour leader - a lifelong supporter of nuclear disarmament - said he stood by his past views on the subject. A spokesman for Corbyn said: "On 9 June, we will either have a Labour government or a Tory one". Asked if he had concerns about Mr Corbyn's record on security and defence, Sir Patrick said: "The man is not suitable to become prime minister of this country". (more...)
- April 24, 2017
The Labour leader - a lifelong supporter of nuclear disarmament - said he stood by his past views on the subject. A spokesman for Corbyn said: "On 9 June, we will either have a Labour government or a Tory one". Asked if he had concerns about Mr Corbyn's record on security and defence, Sir Patrick said: "The man is not suitable to become prime minister of this country". (more...)
North Korea detains US citizen, the 3rd American being held there
- April 24, 2017
The Korean-American lecturer taught at Pyongyang University of Science and Technology (PUST) for several weeks prior to his arrest, the varsity told the BBC on Sunday. Since 2013, at least two other United States citizens and a British journalist have also been detained for shorter periods and then released. In fact, Warmbier remains in North Korea still. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
The Korean-American lecturer taught at Pyongyang University of Science and Technology (PUST) for several weeks prior to his arrest, the varsity told the BBC on Sunday. Since 2013, at least two other United States citizens and a British journalist have also been detained for shorter periods and then released. In fact, Warmbier remains in North Korea still. (more...)
Sen. McConnell on Justice Neil Gorsuch
- April 24, 2017
Gorsuch is promising to be a "faithful servant of the Constitution and laws of this great nation". The first ceremony took place at about 9 a.m.in the justices' conference room, with Gorsuch's family members present and Chief Justice John Roberts Jr. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Gorsuch is promising to be a "faithful servant of the Constitution and laws of this great nation". The first ceremony took place at about 9 a.m.in the justices' conference room, with Gorsuch's family members present and Chief Justice John Roberts Jr. (more...)
Lavrov: US strike on Syria aimed at destroying settlement, changing regime
- April 24, 2017
On Wednesday, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson had a private, two-hour meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, he didn't sound very optimistic afterward. Beyond Syria, Russia's alleged meddling in the USA presidential election also hovered over what was the first face-to-face encounter between Putin and any Trump administration Cabinet member. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
On Wednesday, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson had a private, two-hour meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, he didn't sound very optimistic afterward. Beyond Syria, Russia's alleged meddling in the USA presidential election also hovered over what was the first face-to-face encounter between Putin and any Trump administration Cabinet member. (more...)
Kerala Minister MM Mani makes unsavoury remarks against IAS officer, women
- April 24, 2017
Commission also recorded the statement of Pembillai Orumai leader Gomathy, who is holding strike in Munnar. Chennai: Kerala electricity minister MM Mani seems to have added to the woes of Pinarayi Vijayan government, which is already facing criticism from various fronts, by his unsavoury remarks against Idukki-based Pombilai Orumai , an all-women collective which took on Kannan Devan Hills Plantations Limited in 2015. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Commission also recorded the statement of Pembillai Orumai leader Gomathy, who is holding strike in Munnar. Chennai: Kerala electricity minister MM Mani seems to have added to the woes of Pinarayi Vijayan government, which is already facing criticism from various fronts, by his unsavoury remarks against Idukki-based Pombilai Orumai , an all-women collective which took on Kannan Devan Hills Plantations Limited in 2015. (more...)
Zlatan posts powerful message on Instagram; Man United fans left wondering
- April 24, 2017
The former Barcelona and Inter Milan striker wrote : "First of all, thank you for all the support and love". Its no news I got injured so I will be out of fotball for a while. " I don't care about it, I just think about them, and like everybody I'm really sad ". "We cry because we have two important injuries to two unbelievable guys", Mourinho said. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
The former Barcelona and Inter Milan striker wrote : "First of all, thank you for all the support and love". Its no news I got injured so I will be out of fotball for a while. " I don't care about it, I just think about them, and like everybody I'm really sad ". "We cry because we have two important injuries to two unbelievable guys", Mourinho said. (more...)
Le Pen took French party from pariah to spotlight _ and now?
- April 24, 2017
In short, yes, Macron is far and away the favorite to win the second round, but Le Pen hasn't lost quite yet. Prediction markets now show him with a more than 90 percentage chance of taking the Elysee in two weeks time. While the euro has moved as a result of developments in the campaign, French bonds have been the main barometer of sentiment toward the election. French centrist presidential candidate Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte hug as he addresses his supporters at his election ... (more...)
- April 24, 2017
In short, yes, Macron is far and away the favorite to win the second round, but Le Pen hasn't lost quite yet. Prediction markets now show him with a more than 90 percentage chance of taking the Elysee in two weeks time. While the euro has moved as a result of developments in the campaign, French bonds have been the main barometer of sentiment toward the election. French centrist presidential candidate Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte hug as he addresses his supporters at his election ... (more...)
Raise the motorway speed limit to 80mph, says three-quarters of United Kingdom drivers
- April 24, 2017
Motorists facing a Band C fine could even see a fine of 175 per cent of their income. The update in sentencing guidelines means that courts in England and Wales can hand out longer sentences and higher fines. "The majority of drivers who keep to the correct speed, as well as, driving to the conditions, won't be affected - it is only those who deliberately drive dangerously who will end up in court". (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Motorists facing a Band C fine could even see a fine of 175 per cent of their income. The update in sentencing guidelines means that courts in England and Wales can hand out longer sentences and higher fines. "The majority of drivers who keep to the correct speed, as well as, driving to the conditions, won't be affected - it is only those who deliberately drive dangerously who will end up in court". (more...)
Trump will 'be insistent' on funding border wall, says John Kelly
- April 24, 2017
It's complicated by a potential showdown with Democrats over paying for a border wall. Success is much on the mind of Priebus and his boss as this Saturday marks Trump's 100th day in office. "If we have needs for technology or the rest to help protect our border, let's see what that is", Pelosi said. "Democrats do not support the wall", she said, speaking also on NBC. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
It's complicated by a potential showdown with Democrats over paying for a border wall. Success is much on the mind of Priebus and his boss as this Saturday marks Trump's 100th day in office. "If we have needs for technology or the rest to help protect our border, let's see what that is", Pelosi said. "Democrats do not support the wall", she said, speaking also on NBC. (more...)
Pence On North Korea: 'It's Time For Them To Behave'
- April 24, 2017
The missile fired on Sunday blew up nearly immediately, the Pentagon said. "We don't have the leverage that China does". He spoke after heated rhetoric from both sides. But as CBS News correspondent Margaret Brennan reports, Mr. Trump has refused to explain his strategy, suggesting he wants to keep the North Koreans guessing, but in an interview on Monday he said all of his predecessors had been outwitted by North Korea's ruling Kim dynasty. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
The missile fired on Sunday blew up nearly immediately, the Pentagon said. "We don't have the leverage that China does". He spoke after heated rhetoric from both sides. But as CBS News correspondent Margaret Brennan reports, Mr. Trump has refused to explain his strategy, suggesting he wants to keep the North Koreans guessing, but in an interview on Monday he said all of his predecessors had been outwitted by North Korea's ruling Kim dynasty. (more...)
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