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CBI registers case against ex-Health Secretary of Delhi Government
- May 06, 2017
Seem was earlier appointed health secretary by AAP government but that decision was overturned by then LG Najeeb Jung as post of secretary is meant for post IAS officers. Seem allegedly flouted rules to award a contract worth Rs 10.50 crore to three security companies for city hospitals in November past year. "A proper proposal could have been prepared, tenders floated and approval taken before hiring them". (more...)
- May 06, 2017
Seem was earlier appointed health secretary by AAP government but that decision was overturned by then LG Najeeb Jung as post of secretary is meant for post IAS officers. Seem allegedly flouted rules to award a contract worth Rs 10.50 crore to three security companies for city hospitals in November past year. "A proper proposal could have been prepared, tenders floated and approval taken before hiring them". (more...)
FBI Director James Comey "Mildly Nauseous" over Clinton Disclosure
- May 06, 2017
In my opinion, that makes Director Comey's debacle worse than I thought. Comey is testifying before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday about a variety of issues involving the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The FBI was sharply attacked as taking a political stance and Democrats continue to bristle over Comey's actions. Republican Sen. Chuck Grassley of Iowa has told FBI Director James Comey at the start of an oversight hearing that the public's faith in the bureau had been tested ... (more...)
- May 06, 2017
In my opinion, that makes Director Comey's debacle worse than I thought. Comey is testifying before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday about a variety of issues involving the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The FBI was sharply attacked as taking a political stance and Democrats continue to bristle over Comey's actions. Republican Sen. Chuck Grassley of Iowa has told FBI Director James Comey at the start of an oversight hearing that the public's faith in the bureau had been tested ... (more...)
In Trump Abbas-Meet, Hope Springs Eternal as Peace Prospects Run Dry
- May 06, 2017
Some Palestinians said they were disappointed by the omission. "All my life I've heard this is the toughest deal to make", Trump said, and then addressed Abbas and added - "let's prove them wrong". Trump did not discuss any of those issues Wednesday. But that was a far cry from the way Trump and Netanyahu interacted in February. Trump warned the Palestinians, though, that " there can be no lasting peace unless the Palestinian leaders speak in a unified voice against incitement to violate ... (more...)
- May 06, 2017
Some Palestinians said they were disappointed by the omission. "All my life I've heard this is the toughest deal to make", Trump said, and then addressed Abbas and added - "let's prove them wrong". Trump did not discuss any of those issues Wednesday. But that was a far cry from the way Trump and Netanyahu interacted in February. Trump warned the Palestinians, though, that " there can be no lasting peace unless the Palestinian leaders speak in a unified voice against incitement to violate ... (more...)
Police officer who fatally shot Dallas-area teen fired
- May 06, 2017
A member of the Dallas Police Department gets dressed before funeral services for a Baton Rouge Police Department officer in 2016. Oliver was one of two officers who responded to a 911 call about "several underage intoxicated juveniles" at a residence in Balch Springs in Dallas County, Texas, on Saturday around 11 p.m. (more...)
- May 06, 2017
A member of the Dallas Police Department gets dressed before funeral services for a Baton Rouge Police Department officer in 2016. Oliver was one of two officers who responded to a 911 call about "several underage intoxicated juveniles" at a residence in Balch Springs in Dallas County, Texas, on Saturday around 11 p.m. (more...)
Physician Diagnosis: Health Care Plan Helps Some, Hurts Many
- May 06, 2017
It was a perilous journey, and its Senate pathway will be at least as bumpy with little doubt the measure will change, assuming it survives. Republicans have promised to get rid of it since its 2010 enactment, but this year - with Donald Trump in the White House and in full control of Congress - is their first real chance to actually make it happen. (more...)
- May 06, 2017
It was a perilous journey, and its Senate pathway will be at least as bumpy with little doubt the measure will change, assuming it survives. Republicans have promised to get rid of it since its 2010 enactment, but this year - with Donald Trump in the White House and in full control of Congress - is their first real chance to actually make it happen. (more...)
Trump's Budget Bill Passes the House With Just 16 Democrats Voting No
- May 06, 2017
The White House said the deal was needed to keep the government open and is deferring the fight over its priorities until the next spending bill, this fall. He correctly noted that the administration succeeded in breaking the link - forged over several Obama-era spending deals - that required that any increases in military spending be matched by an equal, dollar-for-dollar increase for nondefense programs. (more...)
- May 06, 2017
The White House said the deal was needed to keep the government open and is deferring the fight over its priorities until the next spending bill, this fall. He correctly noted that the administration succeeded in breaking the link - forged over several Obama-era spending deals - that required that any increases in military spending be matched by an equal, dollar-for-dollar increase for nondefense programs. (more...)
Wednesday night rain prompts new Flash Flood Watch
- May 06, 2017
Friday , according to the National Weather Service at State College. In Boston, approximately an inch of rain fell over the course of an hour before it began to slow down shortly before 7 p.m. Redeveloping showers are still in the forecast for Saturday before we finally dry out on Sunday . Expect rain for much of the day today , highs in the 50s and wind gusts up to 20 miles per hour. (more...)
- May 06, 2017
Friday , according to the National Weather Service at State College. In Boston, approximately an inch of rain fell over the course of an hour before it began to slow down shortly before 7 p.m. Redeveloping showers are still in the forecast for Saturday before we finally dry out on Sunday . Expect rain for much of the day today , highs in the 50s and wind gusts up to 20 miles per hour. (more...)
Coons on budget deal: 'We got what we wanted'
- May 06, 2017
TRUMP: We have more money now for the border than we've gotten in 10 years. The bipartisan deal did not approve funding for Mr Trump's Mexico border wall, among other White House demands. Security costs for the Trump presidency are expected to far outstrip for his predecessor. "The omnibus reflects significant progress defeating some unsafe riders", said House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.). (more...)
- May 06, 2017
TRUMP: We have more money now for the border than we've gotten in 10 years. The bipartisan deal did not approve funding for Mr Trump's Mexico border wall, among other White House demands. Security costs for the Trump presidency are expected to far outstrip for his predecessor. "The omnibus reflects significant progress defeating some unsafe riders", said House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.). (more...)
More rain means more worry in flooded parts of Midwest
- May 06, 2017
Gov. Asa Hutchinson posted an aerial photo of a Walmart in Pocahontas surrounded by water, as well as the flooding that has impacted roads nearby. As of Tuesday, most of the Parkland and surrounding area had received anywhere from 7-12 inches of rain and the National Weather Service was forecasting it could receive anywhere between 2 and 4 additional inches through Thursday. (more...)
- May 06, 2017
Gov. Asa Hutchinson posted an aerial photo of a Walmart in Pocahontas surrounded by water, as well as the flooding that has impacted roads nearby. As of Tuesday, most of the Parkland and surrounding area had received anywhere from 7-12 inches of rain and the National Weather Service was forecasting it could receive anywhere between 2 and 4 additional inches through Thursday. (more...)
Interior releases list of national monuments to be reviewed
- May 06, 2017
The list includes Ironwood Forest, Vermilion Cliffs, the Sonoran Desert and a section of the Grand Canyon, as well as ones in neighboring states like Bears Ears and Gold Butte. "The Department of the Interior is the steward of America's greatest treasures and the manager of one-fifth of our land". The Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument is on that list. (more...)
- May 06, 2017
The list includes Ironwood Forest, Vermilion Cliffs, the Sonoran Desert and a section of the Grand Canyon, as well as ones in neighboring states like Bears Ears and Gold Butte. "The Department of the Interior is the steward of America's greatest treasures and the manager of one-fifth of our land". The Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument is on that list. (more...)
EU chief Tusk calls for calm as Brexit tensions soar
- May 06, 2017
Prime Minister Theresa May on Wednesday accused Brussels of interfering in the United Kingdom general election, which is scheduled for June 8. "We are on the brink of a very tough, complex, lengthy negotiation and I am not remotely surprised that people are manoeuvring for opening advantage in that negotiation", he said. (more...)
- May 06, 2017
Prime Minister Theresa May on Wednesday accused Brussels of interfering in the United Kingdom general election, which is scheduled for June 8. "We are on the brink of a very tough, complex, lengthy negotiation and I am not remotely surprised that people are manoeuvring for opening advantage in that negotiation", he said. (more...)
Cinco De Mayo In Trump Era Leaves Mexican-Americans Torn
- May 06, 2017
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) - For years, Yazmin Irazoqui Ruiz saw Cinco de Mayo as a reason to eat tacos and listen to Mexican music. Organizers expect the 30th annual Cinco de Mayo Festival at Civic Center Park to draw between 300,000 and 400,000 people. (more...)
- May 06, 2017
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) - For years, Yazmin Irazoqui Ruiz saw Cinco de Mayo as a reason to eat tacos and listen to Mexican music. Organizers expect the 30th annual Cinco de Mayo Festival at Civic Center Park to draw between 300,000 and 400,000 people. (more...)
Wisconsin-based atheist group sues Trump over church order
- May 06, 2017
But based on the order's language and Trump's own statements , like his claim to evangelical leaders that repealing the Johnson Amendment will be his "greatest contribution to Christianity", the suit argues the White House aims to selectively enforce electioneering restrictions on secular groups. (more...)
- May 06, 2017
But based on the order's language and Trump's own statements , like his claim to evangelical leaders that repealing the Johnson Amendment will be his "greatest contribution to Christianity", the suit argues the White House aims to selectively enforce electioneering restrictions on secular groups. (more...)
Labour loses overall control of Glasgow City Council
- May 06, 2017
The SNP remain in the lead with nine seats after three more ward results were declared, with Labour now on seven, the Greens equalling their previous tally of four and the Tories' formerly sole councillor David Meikle retaining his seat to take their total to three so far. (more...)
- May 06, 2017
The SNP remain in the lead with nine seats after three more ward results were declared, with Labour now on seven, the Greens equalling their previous tally of four and the Tories' formerly sole councillor David Meikle retaining his seat to take their total to three so far. (more...)
Thune, Rounds praise Perdue as new Ag Secretary is confirmed
- May 06, 2017
Perdue's nomination. As a farmer, agribusiness leader and an elected official in the State of Georgia, Gov. Perdue will be in charge of several food and farm programs which play a key role in Nebraska, as well as, nutrition programs like food stamps and federally subsidized school meals. (more...)
- May 06, 2017
Perdue's nomination. As a farmer, agribusiness leader and an elected official in the State of Georgia, Gov. Perdue will be in charge of several food and farm programs which play a key role in Nebraska, as well as, nutrition programs like food stamps and federally subsidized school meals. (more...)
USDA shifts Obama-era school lunch guidelines
- May 06, 2017
President Trump's Secretary of Agriculture is rolling back Obama-era regulations on school lunches that were costly for districts and unpopular with students. "Nourishing children to achieve excellence is our core mission", Vaughn said in a statement when asked for a response to Perdue's comments, in reference to the division's healthy food-focused goal. (more...)
- May 06, 2017
President Trump's Secretary of Agriculture is rolling back Obama-era regulations on school lunches that were costly for districts and unpopular with students. "Nourishing children to achieve excellence is our core mission", Vaughn said in a statement when asked for a response to Perdue's comments, in reference to the division's healthy food-focused goal. (more...)
President Trump signs spending bill to keep federal government open
- May 06, 2017
The Vermont senator laughed as he replied to Trump on the U.S.' failing healthcare. Vice President Mike Pence visited Australia in April and made clear that while Mr Trump was not happy about the refugee agreement, the United States would honor it out of respect for Australia. (more...)
- May 06, 2017
The Vermont senator laughed as he replied to Trump on the U.S.' failing healthcare. Vice President Mike Pence visited Australia in April and made clear that while Mr Trump was not happy about the refugee agreement, the United States would honor it out of respect for Australia. (more...)
US jobs report points to a healthy drop in underemployment
- May 06, 2017
As more people got jobs, the unemployment rate fell to 4.4 percent, the lowest since May 2007. Total non-farm employment increased by 211,000 jobs in April, the bureau said in a statement . Economists were concerned after late month's dismal economic report. Statistics Canada also reported Friday that 20,000 fewer men, aged 25 to 64, were working across Canada in April. (more...)
- May 06, 2017
As more people got jobs, the unemployment rate fell to 4.4 percent, the lowest since May 2007. Total non-farm employment increased by 211,000 jobs in April, the bureau said in a statement . Economists were concerned after late month's dismal economic report. Statistics Canada also reported Friday that 20,000 fewer men, aged 25 to 64, were working across Canada in April. (more...)
United States needs September 'shutdown' to fix Senate 'mess'
- May 06, 2017
Mick Mulvaney , the White House budget director, told reporters Tuesday afternoon that the reason Trump floated the possibility of a shutdown was all because of Democrats' happiness at the spending deal. But they remain short of votes. Even with Upton and Long in the "yes" column, GOP leaders had spent the day hunting for votes among wary moderates. (more...)
- May 06, 2017
Mick Mulvaney , the White House budget director, told reporters Tuesday afternoon that the reason Trump floated the possibility of a shutdown was all because of Democrats' happiness at the spending deal. But they remain short of votes. Even with Upton and Long in the "yes" column, GOP leaders had spent the day hunting for votes among wary moderates. (more...)
Royal Mo, Master Plan not running in Kentucky Derby
- May 06, 2017
Notes and quotes: There were no scratches by Friday's 9 a.m. deadline, so the two Derby also-eligibles, Royal Mo and Master Plan , will not run, even if a horse is withdrawn. I wish everybody could get a taste of being at the Kentucky Derby because once you have that experience you get hooked. Bookmakers have made Classic Empire the odds on favorite in part because since the Road to the Kentucky Derby points system was established in 2013, four straight favorites have won the May classic. (more...)
- May 06, 2017
Notes and quotes: There were no scratches by Friday's 9 a.m. deadline, so the two Derby also-eligibles, Royal Mo and Master Plan , will not run, even if a horse is withdrawn. I wish everybody could get a taste of being at the Kentucky Derby because once you have that experience you get hooked. Bookmakers have made Classic Empire the odds on favorite in part because since the Road to the Kentucky Derby points system was established in 2013, four straight favorites have won the May classic. (more...)
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