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Trump keeps options open against North Korea
- May 02, 2017
With less than two weeks until South Korea votes for a new president, the spokesman for the frontrunner, Moon Jae-in, called on North Korea to stop its military tests. The United States is seeking more help from China, the North's major ally, to rein in Pyongyang's nuclear and missile development. Trump's administration has delivered a drumbeat of warnings about the dangers of North Korea this week, using presidential statements, an unusual White House briefing for the Senate, and a White ... (more...)
- May 02, 2017
With less than two weeks until South Korea votes for a new president, the spokesman for the frontrunner, Moon Jae-in, called on North Korea to stop its military tests. The United States is seeking more help from China, the North's major ally, to rein in Pyongyang's nuclear and missile development. Trump's administration has delivered a drumbeat of warnings about the dangers of North Korea this week, using presidential statements, an unusual White House briefing for the Senate, and a White ... (more...)
Protesters boo S.Africa's Zuma out of May Day event
- May 02, 2017
Somadoda Fikeni, another analyst, said both the ANC and Zuma were to blame for the chaos. He told Cosatu leaders to go out and organise workers. "The political space for Jacob Zuma and his allies is closing", Daniel Silke, director of Political Futures Consultancy in Cape Town, said by phone. (more...)
- May 02, 2017
Somadoda Fikeni, another analyst, said both the ANC and Zuma were to blame for the chaos. He told Cosatu leaders to go out and organise workers. "The political space for Jacob Zuma and his allies is closing", Daniel Silke, director of Political Futures Consultancy in Cape Town, said by phone. (more...)
Thousands of people in U.S. rally for workers, against Trump
- May 02, 2017
Precautions were in place in Seattle, where officials were on the lookout for incendiary devices and gun-carrying protesters after a January shooting outside a political event and an incident during May Day 2016 when a protester threw an unlit Molotov cocktail at police. (more...)
- May 02, 2017
Precautions were in place in Seattle, where officials were on the lookout for incendiary devices and gun-carrying protesters after a January shooting outside a political event and an incident during May Day 2016 when a protester threw an unlit Molotov cocktail at police. (more...)
Trump administration to roll back some school meal standards
- May 02, 2017
Perdue was joined by Senate Agriculture Chairman Pat Roberts at a Virginia elementary school's lunch for the announcement. The standards, implemented in 2012, were crafted with the heavy involvement of Michelle Obama, who made better nutrition and more exercise for children part of her agenda as first lady. (more...)
- May 02, 2017
Perdue was joined by Senate Agriculture Chairman Pat Roberts at a Virginia elementary school's lunch for the announcement. The standards, implemented in 2012, were crafted with the heavy involvement of Michelle Obama, who made better nutrition and more exercise for children part of her agenda as first lady. (more...)
HRW to Trump: Seek accountability not WH visit for Duterte
- May 02, 2017
But rights advocates lashed out at Trump's suggestion, which came a day after he praised Kim's leadership ability and invited Philippines strongman Rodrigo Duterte to visit the White House. Trump's invitation to Duterte immediately attracted criticisms from the Human Rights Watch. Later, the Philippine leader issued a statement saying that the president-elect had wished him well in his anti-drug campaign, which has resulted in the deaths of several thousand people suspected of using or ... (more...)
- May 02, 2017
But rights advocates lashed out at Trump's suggestion, which came a day after he praised Kim's leadership ability and invited Philippines strongman Rodrigo Duterte to visit the White House. Trump's invitation to Duterte immediately attracted criticisms from the Human Rights Watch. Later, the Philippine leader issued a statement saying that the president-elect had wished him well in his anti-drug campaign, which has resulted in the deaths of several thousand people suspected of using or ... (more...)
Gunman targets black victims in San Diego pool shooting
- May 02, 2017
Two victims are in critical condition but all are expected to survive, Zimmerman said Monday. Mr Selis was sitting beside the pool, which was in the same apartment complex where he lived. She said he even called the girlfriend on his cell phone during the bloodshed because he wanted her to "listen in" and be a part of the senseless violence. (more...)
- May 02, 2017
Two victims are in critical condition but all are expected to survive, Zimmerman said Monday. Mr Selis was sitting beside the pool, which was in the same apartment complex where he lived. She said he even called the girlfriend on his cell phone during the bloodshed because he wanted her to "listen in" and be a part of the senseless violence. (more...)
Far-right victim's son hugs Macron in Paris
- May 02, 2017
Candidates are being reminded that jobs are a top concern for voters - less than a week before the presidential election. RIOTING broke out during Paris May Day marches yesterday as presidential rivals spoke at rallies in a bid to capture the working-class vote. (more...)
- May 02, 2017
Candidates are being reminded that jobs are a top concern for voters - less than a week before the presidential election. RIOTING broke out during Paris May Day marches yesterday as presidential rivals spoke at rallies in a bid to capture the working-class vote. (more...)
Saskatchewan dairy officials concerned with Donald Trump's comments
- May 02, 2017
Tensions have continued to rise between farmers and politicians in the United States and Canada since Grassland in Greenwood, Wisconsin, blamed the Canadian policy change for forcing them to cut ties with dairy farmers earlier this month. "When customers in Canada, who have been purchasing milk products from American suppliers for years, suddenly decide to switch to domestic suppliers after Canada implements a major change in milk pricing, it is abundantly clear that the lost business incurred ... (more...)
- May 02, 2017
Tensions have continued to rise between farmers and politicians in the United States and Canada since Grassland in Greenwood, Wisconsin, blamed the Canadian policy change for forcing them to cut ties with dairy farmers earlier this month. "When customers in Canada, who have been purchasing milk products from American suppliers for years, suddenly decide to switch to domestic suppliers after Canada implements a major change in milk pricing, it is abundantly clear that the lost business incurred ... (more...)
Gov't relaxes healthy standard for school meals
- May 02, 2017
USDA will seek to publish an interim rule as soon as possible to effect the change in milk policy. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue (C) talks to the media at the White House in Washington, U.S. "But the whole grain variety has little black flakes in it, and the kids won't eat it". Schools are now scheduled to meet "target two" requirements. (more...)
- May 02, 2017
USDA will seek to publish an interim rule as soon as possible to effect the change in milk policy. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue (C) talks to the media at the White House in Washington, U.S. "But the whole grain variety has little black flakes in it, and the kids won't eat it". Schools are now scheduled to meet "target two" requirements. (more...)
Mitchell Trubisky's bar is set at Rex Grossman, not Jay Cutler
- May 02, 2017
His level of competition is very a big flaw, but not much of a risky pick. What happened instead was a trail of "What did the Bears do?" uttered by fans, other teams, and analysts. "I'll go in there, work, compete and make this team better". Mike's been here working hard all the time, already developing leadership with his teammates. (more...)
- May 02, 2017
His level of competition is very a big flaw, but not much of a risky pick. What happened instead was a trail of "What did the Bears do?" uttered by fans, other teams, and analysts. "I'll go in there, work, compete and make this team better". Mike's been here working hard all the time, already developing leadership with his teammates. (more...)
Trump says he could meet with North Korea's leader
- May 02, 2017
During an interview with National Public Radio last week, U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said the United States would "obviously" like to solve the denuclearization issue through direct talks. Bad! Asked if "not happy" signified "military action", Trump answered: "I don't know". The White House defended the Duterte call, saying his cooperation was needed to counter North Korea, even as the administration faced criticism for its overture to Manila. (more...)
- May 02, 2017
During an interview with National Public Radio last week, U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said the United States would "obviously" like to solve the denuclearization issue through direct talks. Bad! Asked if "not happy" signified "military action", Trump answered: "I don't know". The White House defended the Duterte call, saying his cooperation was needed to counter North Korea, even as the administration faced criticism for its overture to Manila. (more...)
Macron honours Holocaust victims and vows 'never again'
- May 02, 2017
Wanted or not, Le Pen was praised by her 88-year-old father Jean-Marie, the co-founder of her National Front party. In France , the annual May Day demonstrations are being combined with anti-fascists demonstrations meant to counter the traditional far-right celebration of catholic Joan of Arc's victory against the British invaders. (more...)
- May 02, 2017
Wanted or not, Le Pen was praised by her 88-year-old father Jean-Marie, the co-founder of her National Front party. In France , the annual May Day demonstrations are being combined with anti-fascists demonstrations meant to counter the traditional far-right celebration of catholic Joan of Arc's victory against the British invaders. (more...)
Seoul: THAAD can defend against North Korean missiles
- May 02, 2017
USA and South Korean officials said the test, from an area north of the North Korean capital, appeared to have failed, in what would be the North's fourth straight unsuccessful missile test since March. "They've had like four or five different North Korea policies in the last few weeks". The U.S. officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the THAAD system was initially capable. (more...)
- May 02, 2017
USA and South Korean officials said the test, from an area north of the North Korean capital, appeared to have failed, in what would be the North's fourth straight unsuccessful missile test since March. "They've had like four or five different North Korea policies in the last few weeks". The U.S. officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the THAAD system was initially capable. (more...)
Berkeley protests peaceful as hundreds rally over Coulter
- May 02, 2017
Police also maintained a significant presence at the gathering, with officers in riot gear forming lines to keep various groups separate. Ann Coulter was nowhere to be found in Berkeley on Thursday, but hundreds of protesters showed up anyway. (more...)
- May 02, 2017
Police also maintained a significant presence at the gathering, with officers in riot gear forming lines to keep various groups separate. Ann Coulter was nowhere to be found in Berkeley on Thursday, but hundreds of protesters showed up anyway. (more...)
Korea stages large-scale artillery drill as US submarine docks in South
- May 02, 2017
The USS Michigan, a nuclear-powered submarine, arrived Tuesday at the South Korean port of Busan for what was described as a routine visit to rest crew and load supplies. The officials weren't authorized to speak publicly about plans for the closed-door briefings and requested anonymity. "North Korea is a big world problem, and it's a problem we have to finally solve", he added. (more...)
- May 02, 2017
The USS Michigan, a nuclear-powered submarine, arrived Tuesday at the South Korean port of Busan for what was described as a routine visit to rest crew and load supplies. The officials weren't authorized to speak publicly about plans for the closed-door briefings and requested anonymity. "North Korea is a big world problem, and it's a problem we have to finally solve", he added. (more...)
USA moves THAAD anti-missile to South Korean site, sparking protests
- May 02, 2017
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will chair a ministerial meeting of the Security Council on Friday to discuss tougher sanctions, which U.S. officials say could include an oil embargo, banning North Korea's airline, intercepting cargo ships and punishing Chinese and other foreign banks doing business with Pyongyang. (more...)
- May 02, 2017
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will chair a ministerial meeting of the Security Council on Friday to discuss tougher sanctions, which U.S. officials say could include an oil embargo, banning North Korea's airline, intercepting cargo ships and punishing Chinese and other foreign banks doing business with Pyongyang. (more...)
PA: We Won't Pay Gaza Electricity Bill
- May 02, 2017
He and his supporters have called the hunger strike "the most peaceful form of resistance available". The Palestinian Authority told Israel on Thursday it will no longer pay for the electricity Israel supplies to Gaza, Israeli officials said, a move that could lead to a complete power shutdown in the territory whose two million people already endure blackouts for much of the day. (more...)
- May 02, 2017
He and his supporters have called the hunger strike "the most peaceful form of resistance available". The Palestinian Authority told Israel on Thursday it will no longer pay for the electricity Israel supplies to Gaza, Israeli officials said, a move that could lead to a complete power shutdown in the territory whose two million people already endure blackouts for much of the day. (more...)
Arkansas denies inmate suffered before execution
- May 02, 2017
Governor Asa Hutchinson rejected calls for an independent investigation into the state's lethal injection protocol, stating: "I think it's totally unjustified". Witnesses to those lengthier executions also described hearing inmates breathe heavily, snore or snort or seeing them struggle against their restraints. (more...)
- May 02, 2017
Governor Asa Hutchinson rejected calls for an independent investigation into the state's lethal injection protocol, stating: "I think it's totally unjustified". Witnesses to those lengthier executions also described hearing inmates breathe heavily, snore or snort or seeing them struggle against their restraints. (more...)
China launch new warship amid global tension
- May 02, 2017
India should focus less on speeding up the process of building aircraft carriers to contain China in the Indian Ocean and more on its economic development, Chinese official media said on Monday. Now, China is also believed to be planning the construction of at least two and possibly four more additional carriers, with one, the Type 002, reportedly under construction at a shipyard in Shanghai. (more...)
- May 02, 2017
India should focus less on speeding up the process of building aircraft carriers to contain China in the Indian Ocean and more on its economic development, Chinese official media said on Monday. Now, China is also believed to be planning the construction of at least two and possibly four more additional carriers, with one, the Type 002, reportedly under construction at a shipyard in Shanghai. (more...)
North Korea test-fires ballistic missile, defying global pressure
- May 02, 2017
Asked on ABC's "This Week" if Trump would hold talks with Kim, Priebus said: "I'm not sure". Trump said in an interview with the Washington Times. Trump's nearly admiring remarks came amid soaring tensions with North Korea over its missile and nuclear programs, with an alarmed Washington looking to China for help in reining in Kim. (more...)
- May 02, 2017
Asked on ABC's "This Week" if Trump would hold talks with Kim, Priebus said: "I'm not sure". Trump said in an interview with the Washington Times. Trump's nearly admiring remarks came amid soaring tensions with North Korea over its missile and nuclear programs, with an alarmed Washington looking to China for help in reining in Kim. (more...)
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