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Government loses bid to delay air pollution plan until after General Election
- April 28, 2017
But the court ruled on Thursday against any extension, ordering a draft plan to be submitted by May 9 and a full report by July 31, British media reported. "Appealing the decision of the court and creating further delays would be an outrage. This is why it's great news that the final air quality plan will still be published on time". (more...)
- April 28, 2017
But the court ruled on Thursday against any extension, ordering a draft plan to be submitted by May 9 and a full report by July 31, British media reported. "Appealing the decision of the court and creating further delays would be an outrage. This is why it's great news that the final air quality plan will still be published on time". (more...)
Le Pen's father says campaign was too laid back
- April 28, 2017
The National Front leader had advanced to the second round of France's presidential election along with centrist Emmanuel Macron . Le Pen, however, is not so lucky, and is even being publicly criticized by her own father, far-right veteran Jean-Marie Le Pen, over what he believes are soft campaign tactics. (more...)
- April 28, 2017
The National Front leader had advanced to the second round of France's presidential election along with centrist Emmanuel Macron . Le Pen, however, is not so lucky, and is even being publicly criticized by her own father, far-right veteran Jean-Marie Le Pen, over what he believes are soft campaign tactics. (more...)
Paris police officer killed and two injured in suspected terrorist shooting
- April 28, 2017
He was also carrying the addresses of police stations. The Islamic State In Iraq and Syria terror group, which quickly claimed responsibility for the attack, identified the man as Abu-Yusuf al-Baljiki ( "the Belgian", in Arabic). One of them, Marine Le Pen, the far-Right candidate, has issued grim warnings that a declining France is losing its identity, echoing Trump's themes during the American presidential race previous year. (more...)
- April 28, 2017
He was also carrying the addresses of police stations. The Islamic State In Iraq and Syria terror group, which quickly claimed responsibility for the attack, identified the man as Abu-Yusuf al-Baljiki ( "the Belgian", in Arabic). One of them, Marine Le Pen, the far-Right candidate, has issued grim warnings that a declining France is losing its identity, echoing Trump's themes during the American presidential race previous year. (more...)
Trudeau: Canada-U.S. relationship bigger, more important than any one 'irritant'
- April 28, 2017
The U.S. Department of Commerce says the duty is needed to offset what it considers are unfair subsidies provincial governments allegedly provide to lumber companies. "The two leaders continued their dialogue on Canada-U.S. trade relations , with the prime minister reinforcing the importance of stability and job growth in our trade relations", the Prime Minister's Office said. (more...)
- April 28, 2017
The U.S. Department of Commerce says the duty is needed to offset what it considers are unfair subsidies provincial governments allegedly provide to lumber companies. "The two leaders continued their dialogue on Canada-U.S. trade relations , with the prime minister reinforcing the importance of stability and job growth in our trade relations", the Prime Minister's Office said. (more...)
Flynn was warned not to accept foreign government payments
- April 28, 2017
A letter from the agency reminded him that as a retired military officer, he was still barred from receiving gifts or payments from foreign governments. Michael Flynn has been a continued source of controversy for the White House. According to the article, Flynn - a former three-star Army general - did not get permission from the USA government for the fees, or fully disclose information about his Russian business activities. (more...)
- April 28, 2017
A letter from the agency reminded him that as a retired military officer, he was still barred from receiving gifts or payments from foreign governments. Michael Flynn has been a continued source of controversy for the White House. According to the article, Flynn - a former three-star Army general - did not get permission from the USA government for the fees, or fully disclose information about his Russian business activities. (more...)
US President Trump suffers a low approval rating
- April 28, 2017
He is the most unpopular new president in modern times . "It is a contract between myself and the American voter". "Somebody put out the concept of a 100-day plan", he said . O'Brien: At the end of the day, he'll always come back to family. But it hasn't been smooth sailing in Congress during Trump's first 100 days. Congressional approval came later. (more...)
- April 28, 2017
He is the most unpopular new president in modern times . "It is a contract between myself and the American voter". "Somebody put out the concept of a 100-day plan", he said . O'Brien: At the end of the day, he'll always come back to family. But it hasn't been smooth sailing in Congress during Trump's first 100 days. Congressional approval came later. (more...)
The Mexican peso is jumping after Trump says he won't 'terminate' NAFTA
- April 28, 2017
Trump tweeted Thursday that the USA will remain in the trade agreement after calls he received from Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto and Trudeau. The White House on Wednesday outlined a tax plan that would add trillions of dollars to the US deficit while overwhelmingly benefiting the wealthiest corporations and individuals-including President Trump. (more...)
- April 28, 2017
Trump tweeted Thursday that the USA will remain in the trade agreement after calls he received from Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto and Trudeau. The White House on Wednesday outlined a tax plan that would add trillions of dollars to the US deficit while overwhelmingly benefiting the wealthiest corporations and individuals-including President Trump. (more...)
US, South Korea warn North against new provocation
- April 27, 2017
Earlier, Admiral Harry Harris, who heads the Pacific Command, welcomed recent moves by Beijing to defuse soaring tensions between Pyongyang and Washington, and suggested a non-military solution remained the preferred outcome. His spokesman, Mark Toner, said Wednesday that another tactic is getting nations around the world to close down North Korean embassies and consulates, or suspending them from worldwide organizations. (more...)
- April 27, 2017
Earlier, Admiral Harry Harris, who heads the Pacific Command, welcomed recent moves by Beijing to defuse soaring tensions between Pyongyang and Washington, and suggested a non-military solution remained the preferred outcome. His spokesman, Mark Toner, said Wednesday that another tactic is getting nations around the world to close down North Korean embassies and consulates, or suspending them from worldwide organizations. (more...)
Venezuela threatens to exit Organization of American States
- April 27, 2017
WASHINGTON The Organization of American States approved on Wednesday a plan to call a meeting of member states foreign ministers to discuss the Venezuelan political crisis. Venezuela's late President Hugo Chávez often ridiculed the group and launched regional competitors like the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America, known by its Spanish acronym ALBA, and the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States, or CELAC, to counter its influence. (more...)
- April 27, 2017
WASHINGTON The Organization of American States approved on Wednesday a plan to call a meeting of member states foreign ministers to discuss the Venezuelan political crisis. Venezuela's late President Hugo Chávez often ridiculed the group and launched regional competitors like the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America, known by its Spanish acronym ALBA, and the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States, or CELAC, to counter its influence. (more...)
Trump's Executive Order on Sanctuary Cities Temporarily Blocked by Federal Judge
- April 27, 2017
He rejected the administration's argument that the executive order applies only to a relatively small pot of money. The suit had been brought by the city and county of San Francisco and Santa Clara County. Trump signed the executive order on January 25 to cut federal funding to cities that don't cooperate with with USA immigration authorities. "But we are confident we will ultimately prevail in the Supreme Court, just as we will prevail in our lawful efforts to impose immigration ... (more...)
- April 27, 2017
He rejected the administration's argument that the executive order applies only to a relatively small pot of money. The suit had been brought by the city and county of San Francisco and Santa Clara County. Trump signed the executive order on January 25 to cut federal funding to cities that don't cooperate with with USA immigration authorities. "But we are confident we will ultimately prevail in the Supreme Court, just as we will prevail in our lawful efforts to impose immigration ... (more...)
Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif survives the 'April jinx'
- April 27, 2017
Following the Panamagate verdict, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf ( PTI ) chief Imran Khan on Thursday once again demanded Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's resignation over corruption allegations. As tensions peaked in Islamabad ahead of the verdict, around 1,500 police commandos and riot forces were deployed around the court. Sharif says he established a steel mill overseas while he was exiled to Saudi Arabia by former military ruler Pervez Musharraf, who seized power in a coup in 1999. (more...)
- April 27, 2017
Following the Panamagate verdict, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf ( PTI ) chief Imran Khan on Thursday once again demanded Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's resignation over corruption allegations. As tensions peaked in Islamabad ahead of the verdict, around 1,500 police commandos and riot forces were deployed around the court. Sharif says he established a steel mill overseas while he was exiled to Saudi Arabia by former military ruler Pervez Musharraf, who seized power in a coup in 1999. (more...)
Millions vote in Delhi civic polls amid EVM glitches, despite scorching heat
- April 27, 2017
The overall voter turnout stood at 54 percent; nearly same as that 2012 when 53.9 per cent polling was witnessed. As the polling progressed, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal alleged that reports of EVM malfunctioning came from all over the Capital. (more...)
- April 27, 2017
The overall voter turnout stood at 54 percent; nearly same as that 2012 when 53.9 per cent polling was witnessed. As the polling progressed, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal alleged that reports of EVM malfunctioning came from all over the Capital. (more...)
Afghan defence minister and army chief resign over deadly Taliban attack
- April 27, 2017
The fighters, dressed in Afghan military uniforms and driving military vehicles, made their way into the compound before opening fire, the army said. The Taliban claimed responsibility, saying it sent 10 militants to avenge recent killings of senior Taliban leaders. (more...)
- April 27, 2017
The fighters, dressed in Afghan military uniforms and driving military vehicles, made their way into the compound before opening fire, the army said. The Taliban claimed responsibility, saying it sent 10 militants to avenge recent killings of senior Taliban leaders. (more...)
May warns of chaotic Brexit in final Prime Minister's Questions before election
- April 27, 2017
While the uncertainty of a final Brexit deal with European counterparts continues to weigh heavy on the long-term economic outlook, the prospect of a stronger mandate for May has helped allay some concerns over the process. "A vote for any other party would be a vote for a weak and failing Jeremy Corbyn propped up by a coalition of chaos which would risk our national future". (more...)
- April 27, 2017
While the uncertainty of a final Brexit deal with European counterparts continues to weigh heavy on the long-term economic outlook, the prospect of a stronger mandate for May has helped allay some concerns over the process. "A vote for any other party would be a vote for a weak and failing Jeremy Corbyn propped up by a coalition of chaos which would risk our national future". (more...)
Goa Board HSSC Results 2017 declared at gbshse
- April 27, 2017
Select the Goa Board HSSC Result 2017 link. Candidates who have appeared for the exam can now check the results on the official website of GBHSE . Canacona, Quepem, Sanguem, Salcete & Murmugao higher secondary schools candidates can able to get their Results at Loyala Higher Secondary School, Margao Salcete Goa . (more...)
- April 27, 2017
Select the Goa Board HSSC Result 2017 link. Candidates who have appeared for the exam can now check the results on the official website of GBHSE . Canacona, Quepem, Sanguem, Salcete & Murmugao higher secondary schools candidates can able to get their Results at Loyala Higher Secondary School, Margao Salcete Goa . (more...)
German minister says Israel's Netanyahu called off planned meeting
- April 27, 2017
Opposition leader MK Isaac Herzog and MK Tzipi Livni both criticized Netanyahu's decision. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened a group of senior-level officials and instructed them to postpone emptying the ammonia tank in Haifa for fear that it will lead to mass layoffs. (more...)
- April 27, 2017
Opposition leader MK Isaac Herzog and MK Tzipi Livni both criticized Netanyahu's decision. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened a group of senior-level officials and instructed them to postpone emptying the ammonia tank in Haifa for fear that it will lead to mass layoffs. (more...)
S. Korea open to dialogue if N. Korea honest about denuclearization
- April 27, 2017
A recent military display in North Korea . USA intelligence in the region concluded a Soviet-era North Korean submarine sunk the Corvette-class ship, killing 46 sailors. However, some news reports say North Korea has identified the Australian city of Darwin as a target because U.S. Marines are using it as a training hub. (more...)
- April 27, 2017
A recent military display in North Korea . USA intelligence in the region concluded a Soviet-era North Korean submarine sunk the Corvette-class ship, killing 46 sailors. However, some news reports say North Korea has identified the Australian city of Darwin as a target because U.S. Marines are using it as a training hub. (more...)
Trump administration holds briefing on North Korea threat
- April 27, 2017
Last year, North Korea conducted two nuclear tests. "But China will not lose its demeanor in the face of South Korea's maliciousness". The South is holding a presidential election next month to choose a successor to ousted leader Park Geun-Hye, and Seoul and Washington are pressing ahead with the deployment with some candidates expressing ambivalence over the system, including front-runner Moon Jae-In, of the left-leaning Democratic Party. (more...)
- April 27, 2017
Last year, North Korea conducted two nuclear tests. "But China will not lose its demeanor in the face of South Korea's maliciousness". The South is holding a presidential election next month to choose a successor to ousted leader Park Geun-Hye, and Seoul and Washington are pressing ahead with the deployment with some candidates expressing ambivalence over the system, including front-runner Moon Jae-In, of the left-leaning Democratic Party. (more...)
Conservative House group says ready to back latest USA healthcare bill
- April 27, 2017
But one part stuck out: an exemption for members of Congress and their staff from losing those Obamacare protections if their state got a waiver. "It's pretty much everything I was looking for in terms of concessions", said Representative Scott DesJarlais of Tennessee, a member of the Freedom Caucus who had opposed an earlier version. (more...)
- April 27, 2017
But one part stuck out: an exemption for members of Congress and their staff from losing those Obamacare protections if their state got a waiver. "It's pretty much everything I was looking for in terms of concessions", said Representative Scott DesJarlais of Tennessee, a member of the Freedom Caucus who had opposed an earlier version. (more...)
Israeli strikes inside Syria pick up tempo in proxy war
- April 27, 2017
The airport lies about 25 kilometres (15 miles) southeast of the city centre. Syrian state media reported an explosion near Damascus global airport, which was believed to be carried out by Israel on Thursday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also declared in late March, "When we identify attempts to transfer advanced weapons to Hezbollah and we have intelligence and it is operationally feasible, we act to prevent it". (more...)
- April 27, 2017
The airport lies about 25 kilometres (15 miles) southeast of the city centre. Syrian state media reported an explosion near Damascus global airport, which was believed to be carried out by Israel on Thursday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also declared in late March, "When we identify attempts to transfer advanced weapons to Hezbollah and we have intelligence and it is operationally feasible, we act to prevent it". (more...)
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