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Trump returns to NYC fresh off health vote win
- May 05, 2017
Jubilant Republicans were bused in from Capitol Hill to the White House for an unusually early celebration for the passage of a bill through just one house of Congress. Right away, Trump brought up the phone call that he had with Turnbull in January over a deal that was made under former President Barack Obama for the U.S. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
Jubilant Republicans were bused in from Capitol Hill to the White House for an unusually early celebration for the passage of a bill through just one house of Congress. Right away, Trump brought up the phone call that he had with Turnbull in January over a deal that was made under former President Barack Obama for the U.S. (more...)
Trump Says Government Shutdown Could Be Needed 'to Fix Mess'
- May 05, 2017
He added that he had denied Democrats the health insurance funding they had sought. Late in the day, the White House said he would indeed sign the bill. The spending bill also doesn't include funding for Trump's border wall-although it does include funding to fix and replace existing border structures, which Mulvaney highlighted by showing photographs of steel walls in the press briefing room. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
He added that he had denied Democrats the health insurance funding they had sought. Late in the day, the White House said he would indeed sign the bill. The spending bill also doesn't include funding for Trump's border wall-although it does include funding to fix and replace existing border structures, which Mulvaney highlighted by showing photographs of steel walls in the press briefing room. (more...)
Trump's 'honor' tweet about meeting Mahmoud Abbas is deleted
- May 05, 2017
This has been at the background of the visit of the Palestinian Leader this week to the White House that witnessed the Trump administration promising to broker the long awaited and toughest deal for peace in history. Mr Abbas said he believes the Trump administration can play an important role as a mediator. This is the right thing to do - but it has been tried many times before and always floundered on Israel's absolute refusal to comply with global law. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
This has been at the background of the visit of the Palestinian Leader this week to the White House that witnessed the Trump administration promising to broker the long awaited and toughest deal for peace in history. Mr Abbas said he believes the Trump administration can play an important role as a mediator. This is the right thing to do - but it has been tried many times before and always floundered on Israel's absolute refusal to comply with global law. (more...)
Federal Bureau of Investigation boss James Comey defends pre-election Clinton email announcement
- May 05, 2017
He added, "I can't consider for a second whose political fortunes will be affected". "It makes me mildly nauseous to think that we might have had some impact on the election, but honestly, it wouldn't change the decision". So that argument doesn't hold up. "I've gotten all kinds of rocks thrown at me, and this has been really hard, but I think I've done the right thing at each turn". (more...)
- May 05, 2017
He added, "I can't consider for a second whose political fortunes will be affected". "It makes me mildly nauseous to think that we might have had some impact on the election, but honestly, it wouldn't change the decision". So that argument doesn't hold up. "I've gotten all kinds of rocks thrown at me, and this has been really hard, but I think I've done the right thing at each turn". (more...)
Trump, Putin discuss North Korea, Syria cease-fire, WH says
- May 05, 2017
Although Trump and Putin have praised each other frequently and the Federal Bureau of Investigation has confirmed it is investigating possible collusion between the two camps during the 2016 election, tensions between the two countries hit a high last month after a chemical attack in Syria killed over 80 people, including children. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
Although Trump and Putin have praised each other frequently and the Federal Bureau of Investigation has confirmed it is investigating possible collusion between the two camps during the 2016 election, tensions between the two countries hit a high last month after a chemical attack in Syria killed over 80 people, including children. (more...)
White House says budget deal contains wall funding
- May 05, 2017
The funding bill gave Congressional Democrats a crash course on how to use the divides within the GOP to stall and block Trump's agenda. The upper chamber voted 79-18 to approve the measure. Republicans have also hailed the $1.5 billion in funding for non-wall security efforts along the almost 2,000-mile (3,218-kilometer) border with Mexico. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
The funding bill gave Congressional Democrats a crash course on how to use the divides within the GOP to stall and block Trump's agenda. The upper chamber voted 79-18 to approve the measure. Republicans have also hailed the $1.5 billion in funding for non-wall security efforts along the almost 2,000-mile (3,218-kilometer) border with Mexico. (more...)
Israel intercepts 'projectile' from Syria hours after Damascus missile attack
- May 05, 2017
Israel has not confirmed the strike, and usually does not acknowledge its airstrikes inside Syria. President Bashar al-Assad, quoted on Thursday by SANA, said Damascus was negotiating with Moscow to buy the latest anti-missile system to repel Israeli and American attacks. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
Israel has not confirmed the strike, and usually does not acknowledge its airstrikes inside Syria. President Bashar al-Assad, quoted on Thursday by SANA, said Damascus was negotiating with Moscow to buy the latest anti-missile system to repel Israeli and American attacks. (more...)
'North Korea will never beg for China's friendship'
- May 05, 2017
In a statement released by the North Korea Foreign Ministry (NKFM), Kim Jong-un's regime has officially accused Donald Trump of driving their peaceful land into a risky phase. "They even talked rubbish that the [Democratic People's Republic of Korea] DPRK strains the situation in northeast Asia and offers the U.S. excuses for deploying more strategic assets in the region", it said. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
In a statement released by the North Korea Foreign Ministry (NKFM), Kim Jong-un's regime has officially accused Donald Trump of driving their peaceful land into a risky phase. "They even talked rubbish that the [Democratic People's Republic of Korea] DPRK strains the situation in northeast Asia and offers the U.S. excuses for deploying more strategic assets in the region", it said. (more...)
Senate to vote on government funding bill today
- May 05, 2017
That contradicted Trump's message of less than a week ago. Schumer, however, praised others on both sides of the aisle for their efforts in the budget deal. "They're walking around trying to make it seem like they pulled a fast one over on the president, and I just won't stand for it", said Mulvaney . "My point to you was that the president wants to see Washington better. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
That contradicted Trump's message of less than a week ago. Schumer, however, praised others on both sides of the aisle for their efforts in the budget deal. "They're walking around trying to make it seem like they pulled a fast one over on the president, and I just won't stand for it", said Mulvaney . "My point to you was that the president wants to see Washington better. (more...)
Tillerson: 'America First' Means Separating Foreign Policy From Values
- May 05, 2017
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson (C) shakes hands with ASEAN foreign ministers before a working lunch at the State Department in Washington , U.S., May 4, 2017. "It doesn't mean that we leave those values on the sidelines", Tillerson said. While some voiced optimism that the workforce could end up more efficient, several expressed anxiety about the coming changes, the lack of clarity offered by Tillerson and his staff, and the fear that the reforms will weaken the Foreign Service. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson (C) shakes hands with ASEAN foreign ministers before a working lunch at the State Department in Washington , U.S., May 4, 2017. "It doesn't mean that we leave those values on the sidelines", Tillerson said. While some voiced optimism that the workforce could end up more efficient, several expressed anxiety about the coming changes, the lack of clarity offered by Tillerson and his staff, and the fear that the reforms will weaken the Foreign Service. (more...)
Pilot, co-pilot dead in West Virginia plane crash
- May 05, 2017
Airport spokesman Mike Plante told reporters that the flight was routine, and there was nothing to indicate the plane was having trouble landing. Aviation expert James-Paul Dice, an aircraft pilot and chief meteorologist at WBRC-TV in Birmingham, AL, says weather could have played a part in the crash. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
Airport spokesman Mike Plante told reporters that the flight was routine, and there was nothing to indicate the plane was having trouble landing. Aviation expert James-Paul Dice, an aircraft pilot and chief meteorologist at WBRC-TV in Birmingham, AL, says weather could have played a part in the crash. (more...)
Police in Oregon end Portland march amid unrest
- May 05, 2017
A crowd three blocks deep marched on International Boulevard for the rally in the Fruitvale district in Oakland. The White House did not respond to requests for a response to the May Day demonstrations. Patricia Morales, a 50-year-old singer from Ventura, California, said she believes Trump only wants to oust immigrants in the country illegally who commit crimes. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
A crowd three blocks deep marched on International Boulevard for the rally in the Fruitvale district in Oakland. The White House did not respond to requests for a response to the May Day demonstrations. Patricia Morales, a 50-year-old singer from Ventura, California, said she believes Trump only wants to oust immigrants in the country illegally who commit crimes. (more...)
Rainy and windy Friday ahead of a cool, breezy, dreary, damp weekend
- May 05, 2017
While snow is mentioned as a possibility in higher elevations Saturday night, that would only be in northwestern Pa. and the Laurel Highlands, says the National Weather Service. Tomorrow (Saturday): Southerly winds remain at it, again, blowing around 15-25 miles per hour at times. I can't possibly tell you if you will see one, two or three showers Saturday , but you should plan on keeping the umbrella close at hand. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
While snow is mentioned as a possibility in higher elevations Saturday night, that would only be in northwestern Pa. and the Laurel Highlands, says the National Weather Service. Tomorrow (Saturday): Southerly winds remain at it, again, blowing around 15-25 miles per hour at times. I can't possibly tell you if you will see one, two or three showers Saturday , but you should plan on keeping the umbrella close at hand. (more...)
United States lumber tariffs to hinder Canada's lumber industry
- May 05, 2017
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the Canada-U.S. relationship is bigger than any one trade irritant - and that both countries would suffer from a "thickening" border. The Manhattan billionaire has called NAFTA "the worst trade deal ever agreed to, signed, in the history of the world", arguing that it has led to the outsourcing of thousands of jobs from the United States. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the Canada-U.S. relationship is bigger than any one trade irritant - and that both countries would suffer from a "thickening" border. The Manhattan billionaire has called NAFTA "the worst trade deal ever agreed to, signed, in the history of the world", arguing that it has led to the outsourcing of thousands of jobs from the United States. (more...)
Pyongyang Raises Rhetoric against its Only Ally
- May 05, 2017
In addition to effectively ignoring previous warnings from Beijing on these issues, Kim has also undertaken what seems for all the world like an effort to purge the North Korean government of people who are perceived to be too close to China. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
In addition to effectively ignoring previous warnings from Beijing on these issues, Kim has also undertaken what seems for all the world like an effort to purge the North Korean government of people who are perceived to be too close to China. (more...)
Trump says relationship with Australia fantastic
- May 05, 2017
In one of his first actions after taking office, Mr Trump pulled his country out of the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal, a 12-nation trade agreement that would have included the US, Australia and much of the Asia-Pacific. House leaders came through with the votes to give Trump a major political win more than a month after Republicans' first attempt to pass a health care bill went down in a humiliating defeat. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
In one of his first actions after taking office, Mr Trump pulled his country out of the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal, a 12-nation trade agreement that would have included the US, Australia and much of the Asia-Pacific. House leaders came through with the votes to give Trump a major political win more than a month after Republicans' first attempt to pass a health care bill went down in a humiliating defeat. (more...)
AAA Offers "Tipsy Tow" Free Ride Home on Cinco de Mayo
- May 05, 2017
Huge festivals, parades, and concerts are held in many parts of the United States to remember this Mexican victory. An official in Pence's office said it's unclear whether President Donald Trump, who marked Cinco de Mayo a year ago with a tweet about a taco bowl, will attend the White House celebration. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
Huge festivals, parades, and concerts are held in many parts of the United States to remember this Mexican victory. An official in Pence's office said it's unclear whether President Donald Trump, who marked Cinco de Mayo a year ago with a tweet about a taco bowl, will attend the White House celebration. (more...)
Digvijaya Singh booked for ISIS website remark
- May 05, 2017
He claimed that Telangana cops are trying to trap Muslim men in joining them to the Islamic State. Digvijaya had questioned the intention of Telangana police, saying is it ethical for Telangana police to post inflammatory information and to tarp Muslim youth becoming ISIS modules. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
He claimed that Telangana cops are trying to trap Muslim men in joining them to the Islamic State. Digvijaya had questioned the intention of Telangana police, saying is it ethical for Telangana police to post inflammatory information and to tarp Muslim youth becoming ISIS modules. (more...)
Venezuelans again take to streets as death count jumps to 36
- May 05, 2017
The Venezuelan envoy also lambasted a section of the Opposition for carrying out violent protests, attacking and torturing policemen, burning supermarkets, torching vehicles and employing illegal violent tactics to topple President Maduro's government. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
The Venezuelan envoy also lambasted a section of the Opposition for carrying out violent protests, attacking and torturing policemen, burning supermarkets, torching vehicles and employing illegal violent tactics to topple President Maduro's government. (more...)
LSU supports student-athletes in expressing their opinions on Alton Sterling
- May 05, 2017
A top student and athlete, Edwards, 15, was shot to death when a police officer fired his rifle into a auto in the Dallas suburb. But drawing any conclusions about the department from those cases is risky, in part because each one is different and because prosecutions of officers are hard and rare no matter the administration. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
A top student and athlete, Edwards, 15, was shot to death when a police officer fired his rifle into a auto in the Dallas suburb. But drawing any conclusions about the department from those cases is risky, in part because each one is different and because prosecutions of officers are hard and rare no matter the administration. (more...)
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