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Long road ahead for Trump offshore drilling order
- April 29, 2017
Specifically, the executive order will reverse part of a December effort by President Barack Obama to deem the bulk of US -owned waters in the Arctic Ocean and certain areas in the Atlantic as indefinitely off limits to oil and gas leasing. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Specifically, the executive order will reverse part of a December effort by President Barack Obama to deem the bulk of US -owned waters in the Arctic Ocean and certain areas in the Atlantic as indefinitely off limits to oil and gas leasing. (more...)
Raikkonen fastest in 1st practice for Russian Grand Prix
- April 29, 2017
That lap lifted him 0.045 seconds clear of Bottas, who secured his maiden pole position at the Bahrain Grand Prix earlier this month, and six-tenths beyond third-placed three-time champion Briton Lewis Hamilton in the other Mercedes. His former teammate Ricciardo said this week he wanted to make the championship a "three-horse race" with Ferrari and Mercedes . "I think we improved throughout the session so I'm reasonably happy", the Ferrari driver told Sky Sports F1 . (more...)
- April 29, 2017
That lap lifted him 0.045 seconds clear of Bottas, who secured his maiden pole position at the Bahrain Grand Prix earlier this month, and six-tenths beyond third-placed three-time champion Briton Lewis Hamilton in the other Mercedes. His former teammate Ricciardo said this week he wanted to make the championship a "three-horse race" with Ferrari and Mercedes . "I think we improved throughout the session so I'm reasonably happy", the Ferrari driver told Sky Sports F1 . (more...)
Donald Trump's first 100 days: a collision with realities of Washington
- April 29, 2017
Despite pledging to "drain the swamp" on Capitol Hill, his lobbying executive orders made it easier for industry executives to get government jobs. "We're not going to stop until we get it done". "If you don't understand the legislative process really seriously, you're going to make mistakes", Bell said. If President Trump continues to sign executive orders at the same rate of 30 per 100 days, he will have signed nearly 110 orders by the first anniversary of his inauguration. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Despite pledging to "drain the swamp" on Capitol Hill, his lobbying executive orders made it easier for industry executives to get government jobs. "We're not going to stop until we get it done". "If you don't understand the legislative process really seriously, you're going to make mistakes", Bell said. If President Trump continues to sign executive orders at the same rate of 30 per 100 days, he will have signed nearly 110 orders by the first anniversary of his inauguration. (more...)
What Trump's H-1B Order Means For Indian IT Companies: 10 Points
- April 29, 2017
Two senior Trump administration officials who briefed reporters at the White House said Trump will also use the "buy American and hire American" order to seek changes in government procurement practices to increase the purchase of American products in federal contracts. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Two senior Trump administration officials who briefed reporters at the White House said Trump will also use the "buy American and hire American" order to seek changes in government procurement practices to increase the purchase of American products in federal contracts. (more...)
Grueling season taking its toll on injury-hit Man United
- April 29, 2017
United manager Jose Mourinho didn't criticize his midfielder for his recklessness, saying Fellaini felt he was sent off only because of his reputation and Aguero perhaps overreacted. "We are very unlucky, that's all we can say". City was expected to fight for the Premier League title but after an impressive start - the team won 10 straight games in all competitions to start Guardiola's reign - things have tailed off. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
United manager Jose Mourinho didn't criticize his midfielder for his recklessness, saying Fellaini felt he was sent off only because of his reputation and Aguero perhaps overreacted. "We are very unlucky, that's all we can say". City was expected to fight for the Premier League title but after an impressive start - the team won 10 straight games in all competitions to start Guardiola's reign - things have tailed off. (more...)
US softwood tariffs prompt NDP claim of "inaction" against Christy Clark
- April 29, 2017
Following the Monday night tariff announcement from the US government, Clark cancelled today's campaign appearances so she could discuss strategy with cabinet, but she will make a statement later today in Maple Ridge. Horgan said his party tried six times to get legislation passed to ban union and corporate donations. Clark and Horgan also battled over the B.C. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Following the Monday night tariff announcement from the US government, Clark cancelled today's campaign appearances so she could discuss strategy with cabinet, but she will make a statement later today in Maple Ridge. Horgan said his party tried six times to get legislation passed to ban union and corporate donations. Clark and Horgan also battled over the B.C. (more...)
Washingon Examiner: Oh, hooray, a trade war with Canada
- April 29, 2017
Videgaray said the Mexican president told Trump that he was aware of internal usa politics, but that signing an order for the U.S.to quit NAFTA "would naturally have very negative consequences in Mexico, that for Mexico it would be practically impossible to negotiate under such conditions". (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Videgaray said the Mexican president told Trump that he was aware of internal usa politics, but that signing an order for the U.S.to quit NAFTA "would naturally have very negative consequences in Mexico, that for Mexico it would be practically impossible to negotiate under such conditions". (more...)
AG Sessions talks tough on immigration, NY gangs
- April 29, 2017
Their methods are particularly brutal, experts say, and in recent months several high-profile gruesome killings have made news across the nation. This is a long-term war and make no mistake about it - it's a war. "We will not concede a single block or street corner to your vicious tactics". "We're not going to let it happen". New York State Police are dispatching officers and equipment to Long Island to combat MS-13, a brutal global gang tied to a series of local killings that have drawn ... (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Their methods are particularly brutal, experts say, and in recent months several high-profile gruesome killings have made news across the nation. This is a long-term war and make no mistake about it - it's a war. "We will not concede a single block or street corner to your vicious tactics". "We're not going to let it happen". New York State Police are dispatching officers and equipment to Long Island to combat MS-13, a brutal global gang tied to a series of local killings that have drawn ... (more...)
Trump slaps first tariffs on Canadian lumber
- April 29, 2017
For all other Canadian lumber companies, there's a almost 20% duty imposed on exports to the U.S. Trudeau told Trump - whose country is favored in bilateral dairy trade - "that Canada upholds its global trade obligations, including the North American Free Trade Agreement, under which the U.S. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
For all other Canadian lumber companies, there's a almost 20% duty imposed on exports to the U.S. Trudeau told Trump - whose country is favored in bilateral dairy trade - "that Canada upholds its global trade obligations, including the North American Free Trade Agreement, under which the U.S. (more...)
Trump moves to review status of America's nature preserves
- April 29, 2017
Zinke said he expected the review to look at the boundaries of these monuments and whether "sacred sites like cliff dwellings or other important national treasures" could still be protected if the monuments were smaller. Meanwhile, others have blasted the motion.Sierra Club Executive Director Michael Brune said Trump should not be seeking the "corporate restructuring" of America's parks and public lands . (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Zinke said he expected the review to look at the boundaries of these monuments and whether "sacred sites like cliff dwellings or other important national treasures" could still be protected if the monuments were smaller. Meanwhile, others have blasted the motion.Sierra Club Executive Director Michael Brune said Trump should not be seeking the "corporate restructuring" of America's parks and public lands . (more...)
As Macron hunts rural vote, Le Pen celebrates alliance
- April 29, 2017
The gulf between Le Pen and Macron couldn't be greater, as was revealed by the areas in which they proved the strongest in the first round. Back in Paris , Le Pen announced that if she wins the presidency next Sunday, she would name Nicolas Dupont-Aignan, her new campaign ally, as prime minister, aiming to secure the almost 1.7 million votes that the anti-European Union conservative got when he was eliminated from the race in the first round of balloting. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
The gulf between Le Pen and Macron couldn't be greater, as was revealed by the areas in which they proved the strongest in the first round. Back in Paris , Le Pen announced that if she wins the presidency next Sunday, she would name Nicolas Dupont-Aignan, her new campaign ally, as prime minister, aiming to secure the almost 1.7 million votes that the anti-European Union conservative got when he was eliminated from the race in the first round of balloting. (more...)
Rebel OPS to become CM, EPS to head AIADMK?
- April 29, 2017
Delhi Police, quizzed him for the third day in a row, for nearly seven hours yesterday. He has again been summoned at 2 PM today by the police for questioning. The Crime Branch recovered approximately Rs. 1.3 crore and two luxury cars, a BMW and a Mercedes, from Chandrashekhar. High drama was witnessed late on Wednesday night when a Dinakaran follower attempted self-immolation when police arrived at his Besant Nagar residence in Chennai to serve him summons. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Delhi Police, quizzed him for the third day in a row, for nearly seven hours yesterday. He has again been summoned at 2 PM today by the police for questioning. The Crime Branch recovered approximately Rs. 1.3 crore and two luxury cars, a BMW and a Mercedes, from Chandrashekhar. High drama was witnessed late on Wednesday night when a Dinakaran follower attempted self-immolation when police arrived at his Besant Nagar residence in Chennai to serve him summons. (more...)
Redskins pick Daphne Native Ryan Anderson in 2017 NFL Draft
- April 29, 2017
Friday's second round got underway with a flurry of talent worthy of first-round selections flying off the board in succession. Jonathan Allen would have been a first-round pick past year after a solid junior season in which he had 36 tackles, 14.5 for a loss, 12 sacks and two forced fumbles. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Friday's second round got underway with a flurry of talent worthy of first-round selections flying off the board in succession. Jonathan Allen would have been a first-round pick past year after a solid junior season in which he had 36 tackles, 14.5 for a loss, 12 sacks and two forced fumbles. (more...)
North, S. Korean women urge Trump to stop war rhetoric
- April 29, 2017
The Trump administration's policy review, "aimed at countering North Korea's nuclear and missile programs", was completed in early April, according to Reuters. On the same day, a USA guided-missile submarine docked in South Korea. An official who briefed reporters next door while it was underway said North Korea is a "brutal, unpredictable and capable regime that possesses an increasing possibility of destruction". (more...)
- April 29, 2017
The Trump administration's policy review, "aimed at countering North Korea's nuclear and missile programs", was completed in early April, according to Reuters. On the same day, a USA guided-missile submarine docked in South Korea. An official who briefed reporters next door while it was underway said North Korea is a "brutal, unpredictable and capable regime that possesses an increasing possibility of destruction". (more...)
DB Conley, accused of rape, taken by Raiders
- April 29, 2017
I'm very confident this will be resolved with all the evidence I have. Conley says he appreciates the Raiders showing trust in him. Many analysts believe McKenzie at pick 24 will select the best player available and choose to address the inside linebacker need early on with the selection of Jarrad Davis from Florida or possibly Zach Cunningham of Vanderbilt. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
I'm very confident this will be resolved with all the evidence I have. Conley says he appreciates the Raiders showing trust in him. Many analysts believe McKenzie at pick 24 will select the best player available and choose to address the inside linebacker need early on with the selection of Jarrad Davis from Florida or possibly Zach Cunningham of Vanderbilt. (more...)
Erdogan: 'Fresh page' for US relations with Trump
- April 29, 2017
Anxious by what the European Union sees as Erdogan's growing authoritarianism, EU lawmakers called this week for a formal suspension of Turkey's long-stalled EU bid, saying it does not meet democratic standards. Ending Turkey's five-decade-old dream of joining the European Union is sensitive because the West worries about isolating an important North Atlantic Treaty Organisation ally that straddles Europe and Asia. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Anxious by what the European Union sees as Erdogan's growing authoritarianism, EU lawmakers called this week for a formal suspension of Turkey's long-stalled EU bid, saying it does not meet democratic standards. Ending Turkey's five-decade-old dream of joining the European Union is sensitive because the West worries about isolating an important North Atlantic Treaty Organisation ally that straddles Europe and Asia. (more...)
MCD polls: BJP trounces AAP
- April 29, 2017
They say party convenor Arvind Kejriwal should not have commented on Prime Minister Narendra Modi ordering surgical strikes on Pakistan in September, which had counter effect on the party's prospects in the MCD polls, the AAP leader lamented. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
They say party convenor Arvind Kejriwal should not have commented on Prime Minister Narendra Modi ordering surgical strikes on Pakistan in September, which had counter effect on the party's prospects in the MCD polls, the AAP leader lamented. (more...)
Bills wheel and deal to draft Zay Jones and Dion Dawkins
- April 29, 2017
Zay Jones has very good hands for a receiver and only dropped 6 catches of 164 last season. Chris Burke's mock first-round selection: I initially penciled in Cam Robinson here and walked it back because the Bills already have Cordy Glenn on the left side and Howard's blocking ability would help Jordan Mills on the right. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Zay Jones has very good hands for a receiver and only dropped 6 catches of 164 last season. Chris Burke's mock first-round selection: I initially penciled in Cam Robinson here and walked it back because the Bills already have Cordy Glenn on the left side and Howard's blocking ability would help Jordan Mills on the right. (more...)
Jeremy Corbyn Refuses To Rule Out Second EU Referendum On Brexit Deal
- April 29, 2017
Hours later, Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn used his first speech of the election to flesh out the party's anti-establishment rhetoric, accusing the media and establishment of complaining that, under his leadership, the Labour Party doesn't "play by the rules: by which they mean their rules". (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Hours later, Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn used his first speech of the election to flesh out the party's anti-establishment rhetoric, accusing the media and establishment of complaining that, under his leadership, the Labour Party doesn't "play by the rules: by which they mean their rules". (more...)
Trump vows to take immigration case to Supreme Court
- April 29, 2017
Supreme Court. "It's outrageous", President Trump told The Washington Examiner in an interview published on Wednesday . President Donald Trump created some confusion on Wednesday with his Twitter criticism of the "Ninth Circuit" for ruling against his sanctuary cities policies, when a lower court system judge handed down a decision. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Supreme Court. "It's outrageous", President Trump told The Washington Examiner in an interview published on Wednesday . President Donald Trump created some confusion on Wednesday with his Twitter criticism of the "Ninth Circuit" for ruling against his sanctuary cities policies, when a lower court system judge handed down a decision. (more...)
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