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Ireland's 2019 Rugby World Cup Pool Opponents Revealed
- May 12, 2017
England were hit with a horror World Cup draw alongside France and Argentina on Wednesday in a devilishly tricky bracket that French coach Guy Noves called a "death group". "Understanding that we had a low ranking, we knew we were always going to have a tough pool, but we have it within us to get better and improve ahead of the World Cup", he said. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
England were hit with a horror World Cup draw alongside France and Argentina on Wednesday in a devilishly tricky bracket that French coach Guy Noves called a "death group". "Understanding that we had a low ranking, we knew we were always going to have a tough pool, but we have it within us to get better and improve ahead of the World Cup", he said. (more...)
Eddie Jones laughs off 'group of death' tag
- May 12, 2017
Eddie Jones' men will have some practice when they take on Argentina in two Tests this summer. If they win the pool, Australia would face the second place team from England, France and Argentina's pool in the quarter-finals, but coach Michael Cheika said figuring out the possible permutations was not that important. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Eddie Jones' men will have some practice when they take on Argentina in two Tests this summer. If they win the pool, Australia would face the second place team from England, France and Argentina's pool in the quarter-finals, but coach Michael Cheika said figuring out the possible permutations was not that important. (more...)
Israel Reprimands Swedish Ambassador Over UNESCO Vote Denying Ties to Jerusalem
- May 12, 2017
Twenty-two states voted in favor of the decision, which refers to Israel as an occupying power and declares all its legislative and administrative measures in Jerusalem "null and void". Israel has reprimanded the Swedish government for breaking with the rest of the European Union and voting in favor of a UNESCO resolution critical of Israel. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Twenty-two states voted in favor of the decision, which refers to Israel as an occupying power and declares all its legislative and administrative measures in Jerusalem "null and void". Israel has reprimanded the Swedish government for breaking with the rest of the European Union and voting in favor of a UNESCO resolution critical of Israel. (more...)
Gun groups rejoice at Trump's new federal court nominations
- May 12, 2017
The White House yesterday announced 10 nominees for open seats in several federal courts, including a conservative lawyer with broad experience in water and endangered species law. Her writings include a defense of "deferential judicial review of run-of-the-mill legislation" on the grounds that such judicial deference "is consistent with the reality that the harm inflicted by the Supreme Court's erroneous interference in the democratic process is harder to remedy than the harm inflicted by ... (more...)
- May 12, 2017
The White House yesterday announced 10 nominees for open seats in several federal courts, including a conservative lawyer with broad experience in water and endangered species law. Her writings include a defense of "deferential judicial review of run-of-the-mill legislation" on the grounds that such judicial deference "is consistent with the reality that the harm inflicted by the Supreme Court's erroneous interference in the democratic process is harder to remedy than the harm inflicted by ... (more...)
US Senate Panel Subpoenas Flynn Documents In Probe Of Russian Meddling
- May 12, 2017
Flynn's Russian Federation ties are also being scrutinized by the Federal Bureau of Investigation as it investigates whether Trump's campaign was involved in alleged election interference by Russian Federation. Flynn had previously been in talks with the committee about agreeing to be interviewed as long as he was granted immunity . Investigators have been looking into possible wrongdoing in how Flynn handled disclosures about payments from clients tied to foreign governments including ... (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Flynn's Russian Federation ties are also being scrutinized by the Federal Bureau of Investigation as it investigates whether Trump's campaign was involved in alleged election interference by Russian Federation. Flynn had previously been in talks with the committee about agreeing to be interviewed as long as he was granted immunity . Investigators have been looking into possible wrongdoing in how Flynn handled disclosures about payments from clients tied to foreign governments including ... (more...)
Macron movement unveils candidate list for French polls
- May 12, 2017
The two-round legislative elections are scheduled to take place on June 11 and June 18 to elect the 577 members of the National Assembly, France's lower and more powerful house of parliament. USA political uncertainty has tended to weigh on the dollar in recent months, on the view that a divided Congress could derail Trump's promised tax reform and stimulus programme. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
The two-round legislative elections are scheduled to take place on June 11 and June 18 to elect the 577 members of the National Assembly, France's lower and more powerful house of parliament. USA political uncertainty has tended to weigh on the dollar in recent months, on the view that a divided Congress could derail Trump's promised tax reform and stimulus programme. (more...)
Texas Governor Passes Pro-Israel Law on Israel's Independence Day
- May 12, 2017
Though Governor Greg Abbott is expected to sign the bill into law, footage of Wu's emotional statements have been making the rounds on the internet, earning a great deal of praise from social media users who admire his passion on the topic. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Though Governor Greg Abbott is expected to sign the bill into law, footage of Wu's emotional statements have been making the rounds on the internet, earning a great deal of praise from social media users who admire his passion on the topic. (more...)
Arkansas' Execution Spree Ends With 50 Percent 'Success' Rate
- May 12, 2017
As Robert Dunham, executive director of the Death Penalty Information Center, pointed out on Twitter, "a$3 ll of the eight scheduled executions involved white victims". Jasmine told me that when she saw her father and talked to him she knew he was a different man. The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear five last-minute appeals by Lee's attorneys to stay his execution, which began at 11:44 p.m. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
As Robert Dunham, executive director of the Death Penalty Information Center, pointed out on Twitter, "a$3 ll of the eight scheduled executions involved white victims". Jasmine told me that when she saw her father and talked to him she knew he was a different man. The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear five last-minute appeals by Lee's attorneys to stay his execution, which began at 11:44 p.m. (more...)
Oval Office meeting with Russian officials raises eyebrows
- May 12, 2017
Russia's Foreign Ministry tweeted a photo of Trump shaking hands with Lavrov and the Russian Embassy posted another of the president greeting another participant in the meeting: Ambassador Sergey Kislyak , a central character in various Russia-related investigations because of his contacts with several individuals close to Trump. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Russia's Foreign Ministry tweeted a photo of Trump shaking hands with Lavrov and the Russian Embassy posted another of the president greeting another participant in the meeting: Ambassador Sergey Kislyak , a central character in various Russia-related investigations because of his contacts with several individuals close to Trump. (more...)
The White House Correspondents' Dinner Went On Without President Trump
- May 12, 2017
In a rare personal interview with People magazine in October 2015, Trump shared that he chooses to abstain from alcohol because his brother, Fred Trump Jr., died from alcoholism in 1981 at just 42 years old. And that's because he lives in Moscow, it is a very long flight. The address was everything we've come to expect from Donald Trump at this point, with lots of focus on him, lots of lies, and a parallel reality in which everything in his disastrous administration is just going peachy. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
In a rare personal interview with People magazine in October 2015, Trump shared that he chooses to abstain from alcohol because his brother, Fred Trump Jr., died from alcoholism in 1981 at just 42 years old. And that's because he lives in Moscow, it is a very long flight. The address was everything we've come to expect from Donald Trump at this point, with lots of focus on him, lots of lies, and a parallel reality in which everything in his disastrous administration is just going peachy. (more...)
Aeroplan points won't transfer to new Air Canada loyalty program
- May 12, 2017
Members' miles will remain with Aeroplan even after the current agreement ends. Aimia in its quarterly earnings report on Wednesday had said the "tenor" of its discussions with Air Canada indicated that the carrier would not renew its partnership with Aeroplan. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Members' miles will remain with Aeroplan even after the current agreement ends. Aimia in its quarterly earnings report on Wednesday had said the "tenor" of its discussions with Air Canada indicated that the carrier would not renew its partnership with Aeroplan. (more...)
Trump will meet Pope Francis and visit Saudi Arabia
- May 12, 2017
Riyadh and Washington had a testier relationship under former Democratic President Barack Obama's administration, which Saudi Arabia felt placed less importance on the Saudi-US relationship than on securing a nuclear deal with Iran. Leaders of the Muslim world will convene to meet with Trump, who warmed to Middle Eastern diplomacy after successful visits from King Abdullah of Jordan and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al Sissi. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Riyadh and Washington had a testier relationship under former Democratic President Barack Obama's administration, which Saudi Arabia felt placed less importance on the Saudi-US relationship than on securing a nuclear deal with Iran. Leaders of the Muslim world will convene to meet with Trump, who warmed to Middle Eastern diplomacy after successful visits from King Abdullah of Jordan and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al Sissi. (more...)
Bye-bye Blue House as S. Korean leader shuns imperial home
- May 12, 2017
He has also been critical of the two previous conservative administrations for failing to stop North Korea's weapons development. Moon has said repeatedly over the past few months that he wants to nullify and renegotiate the agreement reached between Tokyo and Seoul in December 2015 to settle the issue of Korean women forced to provide sex to Japanese soldiers before and during World War II. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
He has also been critical of the two previous conservative administrations for failing to stop North Korea's weapons development. Moon has said repeatedly over the past few months that he wants to nullify and renegotiate the agreement reached between Tokyo and Seoul in December 2015 to settle the issue of Korean women forced to provide sex to Japanese soldiers before and during World War II. (more...)
Energy projects in question as Liberals win British Columbia minority
- May 12, 2017
In Weaver's case, that could also mean supporting the NDP to achieve his goals. The difference between the Liberals and NDP in the popular vote on Tuesday was about 17,800 votes in favour of Clark's party. Someone else who may soon face an unusual challenge is B.C. Lieutenant Governor Judith Guichon, who could have some vice-regal work to do for once if the several recounts expected result in changes. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
In Weaver's case, that could also mean supporting the NDP to achieve his goals. The difference between the Liberals and NDP in the popular vote on Tuesday was about 17,800 votes in favour of Clark's party. Someone else who may soon face an unusual challenge is B.C. Lieutenant Governor Judith Guichon, who could have some vice-regal work to do for once if the several recounts expected result in changes. (more...)
Over two-fifths Americans oppose Republican healthcare bill
- May 12, 2017
Obamacare is on the brink of total failure, crumpling under the pressure of its canceled plans , skyrocketing premiums, burdensome regulations and sea of broken promises. Standing by and doing nothing simply isn't acceptable. The same people seeking to cut Medicaid's budget by 25 %, leave millions of Americans unable to afford insurance and bring bankruptcy-inducing policy limits back to employer health plans would also pour billions of federal tax dollars into states to subsidize ... (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Obamacare is on the brink of total failure, crumpling under the pressure of its canceled plans , skyrocketing premiums, burdensome regulations and sea of broken promises. Standing by and doing nothing simply isn't acceptable. The same people seeking to cut Medicaid's budget by 25 %, leave millions of Americans unable to afford insurance and bring bankruptcy-inducing policy limits back to employer health plans would also pour billions of federal tax dollars into states to subsidize ... (more...)
South China Sea remains a concern
- May 12, 2017
Unfazed by worldwide criticisms of his all-out war against hard drug trafficking in the Philippines , President Rodrigo Duterte on Saturday urged leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to work together towards a drug-free ASEAN. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Unfazed by worldwide criticisms of his all-out war against hard drug trafficking in the Philippines , President Rodrigo Duterte on Saturday urged leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to work together towards a drug-free ASEAN. (more...)
Trump retaliates on Twitter over Russian Federation photos
- May 12, 2017
Official White House photos posted Thursday of President Trump's Oval Office meetings the previous day leave out Russian Ambassador Sergey Kislyak. The meeting was Lavrov's first in the White House since 2013-and came after several years of the Obama administration's flat-out refusal to grant him an Oval Office audience, two former senior White House officials told me. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
Official White House photos posted Thursday of President Trump's Oval Office meetings the previous day leave out Russian Ambassador Sergey Kislyak. The meeting was Lavrov's first in the White House since 2013-and came after several years of the Obama administration's flat-out refusal to grant him an Oval Office audience, two former senior White House officials told me. (more...)
UK Conservatives gain in local elections; Labour, UKIP sink
- May 12, 2017
There was an average swing of just over 7% from Labour to the Conservatives in the English county council elections, compared with 2013 when these councils were last fought over. "We knew it was going to be a hard night". The Scottish National Party, which is seeking another referendum on seceding from the United Kingdom on the back of Brexit, won 31 seats to end up with 431. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
There was an average swing of just over 7% from Labour to the Conservatives in the English county council elections, compared with 2013 when these councils were last fought over. "We knew it was going to be a hard night". The Scottish National Party, which is seeking another referendum on seceding from the United Kingdom on the back of Brexit, won 31 seats to end up with 431. (more...)
Trump to meet Russian foreign minister amid Federal Bureau of Investigation controversy
- May 12, 2017
A Russian plan to stabilize Syria after over six years of civil war is the most urgent foreign policy topic on the agenda. The meeting came just one day after Trump fired FBI Director James Comey, a stunning move that followed Comey's request for more resources for the investigation into the Trump campaign's ties to Russian Federation. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
A Russian plan to stabilize Syria after over six years of civil war is the most urgent foreign policy topic on the agenda. The meeting came just one day after Trump fired FBI Director James Comey, a stunning move that followed Comey's request for more resources for the investigation into the Trump campaign's ties to Russian Federation. (more...)
Tom Price praises arrest of journalist who dared to ask him questions
- May 12, 2017
So it was appropriate that White House Counselor Kellyanne Conway, the progenitor of the communications fantasy that goes by that name, traveled with Price on the visit to the West Virginia state Capitol in Charleston. Dan Heyman, a radio journalist for Public News Service , said he repeatedly asked Price about whether domestic violence could be a pre-existing condition under the proposed American Health Care Act. (more...)
- May 12, 2017
So it was appropriate that White House Counselor Kellyanne Conway, the progenitor of the communications fantasy that goes by that name, traveled with Price on the visit to the West Virginia state Capitol in Charleston. Dan Heyman, a radio journalist for Public News Service , said he repeatedly asked Price about whether domestic violence could be a pre-existing condition under the proposed American Health Care Act. (more...)
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