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Friendly fire may have killed United States troops in Afghanistan - Pentagon
- April 28, 2017
Another U.S. serviceman, Sgt. Cameron H. Thomas, 23, of Kettering , Ohio, was also killed during what the Pentagon called "anti-ISIS operations". Pentagon spokesman Captain Jeff Davis told reporters that the military was investigating whether the two troops may have been killed by ground fire, either by American forces or Afghan commandos taking part in the raid, though it appeared to be accidental. (more...)
- April 28, 2017
Another U.S. serviceman, Sgt. Cameron H. Thomas, 23, of Kettering , Ohio, was also killed during what the Pentagon called "anti-ISIS operations". Pentagon spokesman Captain Jeff Davis told reporters that the military was investigating whether the two troops may have been killed by ground fire, either by American forces or Afghan commandos taking part in the raid, though it appeared to be accidental. (more...)
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn refuses to rule out a second Brexit referendum
- April 28, 2017
The EU president struck a more positive note than some MEPs about the prospects for moving on to trade talks with Britain before the end of the two-year window allocated for the exit negotiations. She also said Britain was leaving the European Union and "there can be no turning back". The former shadow cabinet member eventually said there would be "more transparency in the law, ensuring that large corporations have to show their tax returns". (more...)
- April 28, 2017
The EU president struck a more positive note than some MEPs about the prospects for moving on to trade talks with Britain before the end of the two-year window allocated for the exit negotiations. She also said Britain was leaving the European Union and "there can be no turning back". The former shadow cabinet member eventually said there would be "more transparency in the law, ensuring that large corporations have to show their tax returns". (more...)
Delaware State Trooper Shot Dead, Suspected Murderer Killed in Standoff with Police
- April 28, 2017
Law enforcement broke down the door of the home overnight, but they did not enter and instead tried to negotiate his surrender, police said. Long before you step inside Delaware State Police Troop Two, you're reminded of the ultimate sacrifice made by Cpl. (more...)
- April 28, 2017
Law enforcement broke down the door of the home overnight, but they did not enter and instead tried to negotiate his surrender, police said. Long before you step inside Delaware State Police Troop Two, you're reminded of the ultimate sacrifice made by Cpl. (more...)
Germany: Turkey must answer reports of election fraud
- April 28, 2017
Most of the changes will come into force in 2019 but a key shift - and effective immediately - is allowing the president of Turkey to have a party affiliation. The Turkish president will hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 1 on key bilateral, regional and global issues of mutual interest. After the election board rejected the opposition parties' appeal, the CHP then approached the Council of State, urging the court to suspend the official referendum results until the end ... (more...)
- April 28, 2017
Most of the changes will come into force in 2019 but a key shift - and effective immediately - is allowing the president of Turkey to have a party affiliation. The Turkish president will hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 1 on key bilateral, regional and global issues of mutual interest. After the election board rejected the opposition parties' appeal, the CHP then approached the Council of State, urging the court to suspend the official referendum results until the end ... (more...)
USA explosives 'used in deadly attack on Turkish police'
- April 28, 2017
Turkey views the YPG as an offshoot and ally of the PKK, or Kurdistan Workers Party, which has been branded a terrorist organization by Turkey, the US and the European Union. Pressed on how much advance notice Turkey gave the U.S., Dorrian said it was "less than an hour". The Turkish raids showed the challenges facing USA -led attempts to defeat Islamic State in Syria and tension between North Atlantic Treaty Organisation allies Washington and Ankara over Kurdish combatants who have been ... (more...)
- April 28, 2017
Turkey views the YPG as an offshoot and ally of the PKK, or Kurdistan Workers Party, which has been branded a terrorist organization by Turkey, the US and the European Union. Pressed on how much advance notice Turkey gave the U.S., Dorrian said it was "less than an hour". The Turkish raids showed the challenges facing USA -led attempts to defeat Islamic State in Syria and tension between North Atlantic Treaty Organisation allies Washington and Ankara over Kurdish combatants who have been ... (more...)
USA submarine arrives in South Korea as tensions rise
- April 28, 2017
A United States submarine has arrived in South Korea, amid worries of another North Korean missile or nuclear test. The carrier group will conduct joint exercises with the South Korean military. The CCTV report stirred speculation the scaling back of flights was in response to tension between North Korea and the United States over North Korea's nuclear weapon and missile development. (more...)
- April 28, 2017
A United States submarine has arrived in South Korea, amid worries of another North Korean missile or nuclear test. The carrier group will conduct joint exercises with the South Korean military. The CCTV report stirred speculation the scaling back of flights was in response to tension between North Korea and the United States over North Korea's nuclear weapon and missile development. (more...)
Trump's tax plan won't affect 401(k) deductions, White House says after confusion
- April 28, 2017
Among the likely winners in President Donald Trump's tax-cut plan would be a real estate developer turned reality TV star who now happens to occupy the White House. "For example, we know the tax brackets, but not what income levels would trigger the rates". "They're going to have a middle-income tax cut", he replied. (more...)
- April 28, 2017
Among the likely winners in President Donald Trump's tax-cut plan would be a real estate developer turned reality TV star who now happens to occupy the White House. "For example, we know the tax brackets, but not what income levels would trigger the rates". "They're going to have a middle-income tax cut", he replied. (more...)
US seeks to further isolate North Korea over nuclear program
- April 28, 2017
And he says "sanctions and pressure alone on Pyongyang" won't resolve the issue. China's Wang warned that "use of force. will only lead to bigger disasters" and urged the USA and ally South Korea to end military exercises. Washington is also stepping up pressure that began under the Obama administration against Cambodia, Laos and Malaysia, which have diplomatic and financial links to Pyongyang, to downgrade or cut diplomatic ties with North Korea . (more...)
- April 28, 2017
And he says "sanctions and pressure alone on Pyongyang" won't resolve the issue. China's Wang warned that "use of force. will only lead to bigger disasters" and urged the USA and ally South Korea to end military exercises. Washington is also stepping up pressure that began under the Obama administration against Cambodia, Laos and Malaysia, which have diplomatic and financial links to Pyongyang, to downgrade or cut diplomatic ties with North Korea . (more...)
Paul Ryan: New revisions are winning support for GOP health bill
- April 28, 2017
House Republicans have been under intense pressure to deliver on years of promises to repeal Obamacare , but GOP leaders weren't making predictions of an imminent vote, despite renewed pressure from the White House as President Donald Trump approaches his 100th day in office on Saturday. (more...)
- April 28, 2017
House Republicans have been under intense pressure to deliver on years of promises to repeal Obamacare , but GOP leaders weren't making predictions of an imminent vote, despite renewed pressure from the White House as President Donald Trump approaches his 100th day in office on Saturday. (more...)
US troops killed in eastern Afghanistan
- April 28, 2017
The casualty toll was much more than the losses Afghan forces suffered in the battlefield in the past several weeks, prompting the defense minister and the military chief to step down. Followers were told they can be "suicide attacks, complex attacks and inside attacks" by soldiers or police turning against their peers. Afghan forces saw soaring casualties in 2016, up by 35 percent with 6,800 soldiers and police killed, according to a U.S. (more...)
- April 28, 2017
The casualty toll was much more than the losses Afghan forces suffered in the battlefield in the past several weeks, prompting the defense minister and the military chief to step down. Followers were told they can be "suicide attacks, complex attacks and inside attacks" by soldiers or police turning against their peers. Afghan forces saw soaring casualties in 2016, up by 35 percent with 6,800 soldiers and police killed, according to a U.S. (more...)
The New York Times Takes Heat over Terrorist's Op-Ed
- April 28, 2017
Starting Sunday, numerous more than 5,000 Palestinians in Israeli prisons declared that they were on a hunger strike, which prompted demonstrations of support Monday in Ramallah, the Palestinian Authority's de facto capital, and elsewhere in the West Bank. (more...)
- April 28, 2017
Starting Sunday, numerous more than 5,000 Palestinians in Israeli prisons declared that they were on a hunger strike, which prompted demonstrations of support Monday in Ramallah, the Palestinian Authority's de facto capital, and elsewhere in the West Bank. (more...)
Red Sox pitcher Matt Barnes continues feud, throws at Manny Machado's head
- April 28, 2017
In the eighth inning, Barnes nearly threw at Machado's head but instead hit Machado's bat for a foul ball. Unfortunately one got away from me, and like I said I would never intentionally throw at somebody's head. "I was trying to get one out, so I just put my foot on the back part of the base to get that out". The rule, new to baseball past year, says that a runner can be called out for interference if he does not make a "bona fide slide" and "initiates contact with the fielder for breaking up ... (more...)
- April 28, 2017
In the eighth inning, Barnes nearly threw at Machado's head but instead hit Machado's bat for a foul ball. Unfortunately one got away from me, and like I said I would never intentionally throw at somebody's head. "I was trying to get one out, so I just put my foot on the back part of the base to get that out". The rule, new to baseball past year, says that a runner can be called out for interference if he does not make a "bona fide slide" and "initiates contact with the fielder for breaking up ... (more...)
Traders Alert Kroger Co (NYSE:KR), STMicroelectronics NV (ADR) (NYSE:STM)
- April 28, 2017
The number of shares now held by investors is 883.41 Million. STMicroelectronics N.V. had its "buy" rating reiterated by analysts at Craig-Hallum. Looking at this figure it suggests that the shares of STMicroelectronics NV (STM) may be overvalued, however, this can also depend upon the situation of the market; if the market is strong then it could suggest that STMicroelectronics NV (STM) is a good investment, however if the market is weaker then it could suggest that the shares are ... (more...)
- April 28, 2017
The number of shares now held by investors is 883.41 Million. STMicroelectronics N.V. had its "buy" rating reiterated by analysts at Craig-Hallum. Looking at this figure it suggests that the shares of STMicroelectronics NV (STM) may be overvalued, however, this can also depend upon the situation of the market; if the market is strong then it could suggest that STMicroelectronics NV (STM) is a good investment, however if the market is weaker then it could suggest that the shares are ... (more...)
North Korea refrains from provocations but hints at future 'events'
- April 28, 2017
In addition to the Carl Vinson, the USS Michigan, a nuclear-powered, guided-missile submarine, is due to arrive Tuesday on a routine port visit at Busan, South Korea, a USA defense official said. Trump spoke by phone with both the Japanese and Chinese leaders Monday. She praised China's increased pressure on North Korea. The Trump administration's latest move to send USS Michigan to South Korea to join its naval armada comes after Pyongyang threatened to sink the aircraft carrier Carl Vinson ... (more...)
- April 28, 2017
In addition to the Carl Vinson, the USS Michigan, a nuclear-powered, guided-missile submarine, is due to arrive Tuesday on a routine port visit at Busan, South Korea, a USA defense official said. Trump spoke by phone with both the Japanese and Chinese leaders Monday. She praised China's increased pressure on North Korea. The Trump administration's latest move to send USS Michigan to South Korea to join its naval armada comes after Pyongyang threatened to sink the aircraft carrier Carl Vinson ... (more...)
United States will honor 'dumb' Australia refugee deal
- April 28, 2017
The vice president made the commitment - subject to the refugees passing stringent U.S. vetting procedures - at a joint news conference in Sydney with Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, with whom Pres. Turnbull has resisted pressure to choose between the two countries, both of which are considered vital allies; the United States is Australia's most important security partner, while China is its most important trading partner. (more...)
- April 28, 2017
The vice president made the commitment - subject to the refugees passing stringent U.S. vetting procedures - at a joint news conference in Sydney with Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, with whom Pres. Turnbull has resisted pressure to choose between the two countries, both of which are considered vital allies; the United States is Australia's most important security partner, while China is its most important trading partner. (more...)
United Kingdom could launch Syria strikes without parliamentary approval
- April 28, 2017
U.S. forces hit a Syrian airbase with missiles earlier in April in response to the Khan Sheikhoun chemical weapons incident in Syria, which Washington blamed on Damascus despite the lack of a proper investigation. "May would be wise not to use the cover of an election to push this through". The Prime Minister stressed the importance of finding a solution with a "political transition away from president Assad". (more...)
- April 28, 2017
U.S. forces hit a Syrian airbase with missiles earlier in April in response to the Khan Sheikhoun chemical weapons incident in Syria, which Washington blamed on Damascus despite the lack of a proper investigation. "May would be wise not to use the cover of an election to push this through". The Prime Minister stressed the importance of finding a solution with a "political transition away from president Assad". (more...)
Army Rangers killed in Afghanistan were possible victims of friendly fire
- April 28, 2017
Jeff Davis said during a briefing Friday. Navy Capt. Jeff Davis said the US military is investigating to see if they were accidentally killed by ground fire from Afghan commandoes or other American forces. According to Davis, the head of the Islamic State affiliate in Afghanistan, Abdul Haseeb Logari, was the target of the Wednesday raid. "Based on reports from forces on the ground, the engagement was close-quarters from multiple compounds", the USA military's statement said. (more...)
- April 28, 2017
Jeff Davis said during a briefing Friday. Navy Capt. Jeff Davis said the US military is investigating to see if they were accidentally killed by ground fire from Afghan commandoes or other American forces. According to Davis, the head of the Islamic State affiliate in Afghanistan, Abdul Haseeb Logari, was the target of the Wednesday raid. "Based on reports from forces on the ground, the engagement was close-quarters from multiple compounds", the USA military's statement said. (more...)
Trump threatens South Korean free-trade deal, says war with North possible
- April 28, 2017
We do not seek an accelerated reunification of the peninsula. U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson is meeting with allies Japan and South Korea before chairing a ministerial meeting of the U.N.'s top decision-making body. soil. In the interview, Trump actually offered some grudging praise for North Korea's leader, Kim Jong Un. "He's 27 years old". As Pyongyang's closest diplomatic and economic partner, there has been pressure on China to take more action to rein in the regime. (more...)
- April 28, 2017
We do not seek an accelerated reunification of the peninsula. U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson is meeting with allies Japan and South Korea before chairing a ministerial meeting of the U.N.'s top decision-making body. soil. In the interview, Trump actually offered some grudging praise for North Korea's leader, Kim Jong Un. "He's 27 years old". As Pyongyang's closest diplomatic and economic partner, there has been pressure on China to take more action to rein in the regime. (more...)
In Egypt, pope seeks Christian-Muslim rejection of violence
- April 28, 2017
Francis is expected to highlight the plight of Christians amid recent violence in Egypt, while continuing his mission to reach out to Muslims. Vatican dialogue with the Muslim world, a priority for this pope, was set back significantly when Francis's predecessor Benedict XVI made a speech in 2006 in which he was seen as linking Islam to violence. (more...)
- April 28, 2017
Francis is expected to highlight the plight of Christians amid recent violence in Egypt, while continuing his mission to reach out to Muslims. Vatican dialogue with the Muslim world, a priority for this pope, was set back significantly when Francis's predecessor Benedict XVI made a speech in 2006 in which he was seen as linking Islam to violence. (more...)
Rex Tillerson: China asked North Korea to stop nuclear tests
- April 28, 2017
It comes just days after council ambassadors said President Donald Trump made clear - over lunch on Monday at the White House - that he would be the us leader to deal with Pyongyang, ideally peacefully. "We hope to convince them is that: you do not need these weapons to secure the existence of your regime". It took the council three months to act after the last nuclear test, in September, and diplomats said Washington appears to be laying the groundwork with China for faster negotiations ... (more...)
- April 28, 2017
It comes just days after council ambassadors said President Donald Trump made clear - over lunch on Monday at the White House - that he would be the us leader to deal with Pyongyang, ideally peacefully. "We hope to convince them is that: you do not need these weapons to secure the existence of your regime". It took the council three months to act after the last nuclear test, in September, and diplomats said Washington appears to be laying the groundwork with China for faster negotiations ... (more...)
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