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DOJ press conference for Alton Sterling investigation set for 1 p.m.
- May 13, 2017
The department's decision doesn't preclude state authorities from conducting their own investigation of Alton Sterling's fatal shooting last summer and pursuing their own criminal charges in the case. Scott's mother said the admission of guilt was all she needed to move on. Also, the Justice Department said that while two witnesses said they could see Sterling's right hand and said his hand wasn't in his pocket, the department found that the witness statements were inconsistent and that some ... (more...)
- May 13, 2017
The department's decision doesn't preclude state authorities from conducting their own investigation of Alton Sterling's fatal shooting last summer and pursuing their own criminal charges in the case. Scott's mother said the admission of guilt was all she needed to move on. Also, the Justice Department said that while two witnesses said they could see Sterling's right hand and said his hand wasn't in his pocket, the department found that the witness statements were inconsistent and that some ... (more...)
Syrian Kurdish forces to push on IS capital this summer
- May 13, 2017
Footage broadcast by the SDF on Friday showed fighters scaling the deserted dam to throw Isis' black flag to the ground, replacing it with huge banners bearing the logos of the Kurdish People's Protection Units (YPG) and its women-only counterpart, the YPJ. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
Footage broadcast by the SDF on Friday showed fighters scaling the deserted dam to throw Isis' black flag to the ground, replacing it with huge banners bearing the logos of the Kurdish People's Protection Units (YPG) and its women-only counterpart, the YPJ. (more...)
New Orleans school warns parents of Confederate statue removal
- May 13, 2017
The remaining two - the Robert E. Lee statue at Lee Circle and the PGT Beauregard monument at the City Park entrance - will come down soon, city officials have said , though it's unclear when that will happen. The demonstration attracted more than 700 people, including counter-protesters who carried Confederate flags. "You can not oppress our heritage", says another protester who wants the statues to stay. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
The remaining two - the Robert E. Lee statue at Lee Circle and the PGT Beauregard monument at the City Park entrance - will come down soon, city officials have said , though it's unclear when that will happen. The demonstration attracted more than 700 people, including counter-protesters who carried Confederate flags. "You can not oppress our heritage", says another protester who wants the statues to stay. (more...)
Ticks carry virus more deadly than Lyme disease
- May 13, 2017
Representatives from Lyme WNY participated in the press conference with Jacobs and expressed their support of his efforts while sharing some of their personal experiences with the chronic disease. I talk to people all the time who have been bitten by ticks and have health issues that could be related to the bites. What should I do if I think a family member might have Powassan virus disease? Two ecologists- Felicia Kessing from Bard College and her husband Paul Ostfeld of the Cary ... (more...)
- May 13, 2017
Representatives from Lyme WNY participated in the press conference with Jacobs and expressed their support of his efforts while sharing some of their personal experiences with the chronic disease. I talk to people all the time who have been bitten by ticks and have health issues that could be related to the bites. What should I do if I think a family member might have Powassan virus disease? Two ecologists- Felicia Kessing from Bard College and her husband Paul Ostfeld of the Cary ... (more...)
Trump delays decision on Paris climate agreement, spokesman says
- May 13, 2017
President Donald Trump won't decide on whether to keep the U.S.in the landmark Paris climate accord until after he meets world leaders at the Group of Seven summit later month, a delay that reflects White House tensions over the choice. It therefore does not have the force of a binding treaty, and the United States could potentially withdraw from the deal without legal penalty. A meeting for top advisers to discuss the deal was set for Tuesday afternoon but was postponed. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
President Donald Trump won't decide on whether to keep the U.S.in the landmark Paris climate accord until after he meets world leaders at the Group of Seven summit later month, a delay that reflects White House tensions over the choice. It therefore does not have the force of a binding treaty, and the United States could potentially withdraw from the deal without legal penalty. A meeting for top advisers to discuss the deal was set for Tuesday afternoon but was postponed. (more...)
Donald Trump: Israeli and Palestinian Peace 'the Toughest Deal to Make'
- May 13, 2017
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 and violence and hate ". Other actions include a Palestinian end to anti-Israel rhetoric and incitement of violence, said officials familiar with planning for the meeting. A number of Trump administration officials have strong ties to Israeli leaders, and the White House has appeared to break from longstanding US support of a ... (more...)
- May 13, 2017
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 and violence and hate ". Other actions include a Palestinian end to anti-Israel rhetoric and incitement of violence, said officials familiar with planning for the meeting. A number of Trump administration officials have strong ties to Israeli leaders, and the White House has appeared to break from longstanding US support of a ... (more...)
In Macedonia, the protesters stormed the Parliament
- May 13, 2017
On Thursday afternoon, protesters stormed and took over the Parliament building after the MPs from the Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM) and the smaller Albanian parties elected Tallat Xhaferi from the Democratic Union for Integration as the new parliament speaker. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
On Thursday afternoon, protesters stormed and took over the Parliament building after the MPs from the Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM) and the smaller Albanian parties elected Tallat Xhaferi from the Democratic Union for Integration as the new parliament speaker. (more...)
Sen. Feinstein on Comey's disclosure: 'Should he have done it? Probably not'
- May 13, 2017
At a forum in NY on Tuesday, Clinton said Comey's letter to Congress on October 28 was a factor in her loss to President Trump. "If you did a poll and you had proportionally too many college graduates and you didn't fix that in your weighting, you nearly certainly overstated support for Hillary Clinton ", said Kennedy, noting that education was more strongly correlated with vote choice than in previous elections. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
At a forum in NY on Tuesday, Clinton said Comey's letter to Congress on October 28 was a factor in her loss to President Trump. "If you did a poll and you had proportionally too many college graduates and you didn't fix that in your weighting, you nearly certainly overstated support for Hillary Clinton ", said Kennedy, noting that education was more strongly correlated with vote choice than in previous elections. (more...)
Prosecutors praise Sessions' policy change
- May 13, 2017
Sessions' memo says there could be exceptions, but those cases must be approved by a US attorney, assistant attorney general or other supervisor, and the reasons documented in writing. Now, prosecutors must disclose all information about a case to the courts and follow current sentencing rules. The language in a memo Sessions circulated to US Attorneys across the country Friday morning is certain to push that figure even higher. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
Sessions' memo says there could be exceptions, but those cases must be approved by a US attorney, assistant attorney general or other supervisor, and the reasons documented in writing. Now, prosecutors must disclose all information about a case to the courts and follow current sentencing rules. The language in a memo Sessions circulated to US Attorneys across the country Friday morning is certain to push that figure even higher. (more...)
North Korea poses 'existential' threat, US intel chief warns
- May 13, 2017
The mission urged all United Nations member states to support North Korea in its efforts. The demand comes a week after the North sensationally alleged it uncovered a US-South Korean plot to kill Kim with biochemical, radioactive or poisonous substances during a major event, such as a military parade. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
The mission urged all United Nations member states to support North Korea in its efforts. The demand comes a week after the North sensationally alleged it uncovered a US-South Korean plot to kill Kim with biochemical, radioactive or poisonous substances during a major event, such as a military parade. (more...)
Unless Pakistan curbs anti-India attacks, ties will worsen
- May 13, 2017
He also talked about connectivity with Afghanistan and said that projects like Peshawar-Kabul motorway and Quetta-Kandahar Rail link were in pipeline but peace and stability was needed to complete them. The adviser said that a peaceful prosperous Afghanistan is in Pakistan's interest, and it believes that a politically negotiated settlement will be the most viable option for bringing lasting peace to Afghanistan. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
He also talked about connectivity with Afghanistan and said that projects like Peshawar-Kabul motorway and Quetta-Kandahar Rail link were in pipeline but peace and stability was needed to complete them. The adviser said that a peaceful prosperous Afghanistan is in Pakistan's interest, and it believes that a politically negotiated settlement will be the most viable option for bringing lasting peace to Afghanistan. (more...)
Man arrested near UK Parliament in court on terror charges
- May 13, 2017
He is charged with preparation for a terrorist act on or before April 27, when he is alleged to have been arrested while carrying three knives in the heart of political London . The Daily Telegraph reported said it was understood the man's family had become concerned about his behaviour and reported him to the authorities several weeks ago. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
He is charged with preparation for a terrorist act on or before April 27, when he is alleged to have been arrested while carrying three knives in the heart of political London . The Daily Telegraph reported said it was understood the man's family had become concerned about his behaviour and reported him to the authorities several weeks ago. (more...)
14 students and driver hurt in bus wreck near St. Louis
- May 13, 2017
Numerous children have minor scrapes and one of the children has moderate injuries, KTVI reported. ST. LOUIS (AP) Fourteen children and a school bus driver were injured Thursday when the bus swerved to avoid an accident on an interstate near St. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
Numerous children have minor scrapes and one of the children has moderate injuries, KTVI reported. ST. LOUIS (AP) Fourteen children and a school bus driver were injured Thursday when the bus swerved to avoid an accident on an interstate near St. (more...)
14 students and driver hurt in bus wreck near St. Louis
- May 13, 2017
Numerous children have minor scrapes and one of the children has moderate injuries, KTVI reported. ST. LOUIS (AP) Fourteen children and a school bus driver were injured Thursday when the bus swerved to avoid an accident on an interstate near St. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
Numerous children have minor scrapes and one of the children has moderate injuries, KTVI reported. ST. LOUIS (AP) Fourteen children and a school bus driver were injured Thursday when the bus swerved to avoid an accident on an interstate near St. (more...)
McDonnell: Labour Will "Come Out Fighting" From Historic Council Election Loss
- May 13, 2017
The local elections may not be an exact guide to the general election result but for Labour politicians they have provided either proof of an electoral defeat foretold or an opportunity to mitigate it. "It looks as if we have made so far some encouraging gains... but it's very early days yet". The party even lost control of the city council in Glasgow, Scotland's biggest city and once the staunchest of Labour strongholds. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
The local elections may not be an exact guide to the general election result but for Labour politicians they have provided either proof of an electoral defeat foretold or an opportunity to mitigate it. "It looks as if we have made so far some encouraging gains... but it's very early days yet". The party even lost control of the city council in Glasgow, Scotland's biggest city and once the staunchest of Labour strongholds. (more...)
Mets suspend Matt Harvey 3 days for violating team rules
- May 13, 2017
Harvey, who is recovering from surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome that ended his season prematurely previous year, is 2-2 with a 5.14 ERA in six starts this season. It's never easy with the New York Mets. "All together with the help of his teammates and the help of his coaching staff we'll move on and hopefully in two months we're back to where we were with him pitching well". (more...)
- May 13, 2017
Harvey, who is recovering from surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome that ended his season prematurely previous year, is 2-2 with a 5.14 ERA in six starts this season. It's never easy with the New York Mets. "All together with the help of his teammates and the help of his coaching staff we'll move on and hopefully in two months we're back to where we were with him pitching well". (more...)
What is Donald Trump's new trade deal with China?
- May 13, 2017
Previous administrations have hailed market-opening agreements only to be left disappointed. Nonetheless, more vociferous complaints about Chinese market restrictions by American businesses lobbies have marked a shift from years past, when many companies eschewed the idea of forceful action by Washington for fear of retribution by China. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
Previous administrations have hailed market-opening agreements only to be left disappointed. Nonetheless, more vociferous complaints about Chinese market restrictions by American businesses lobbies have marked a shift from years past, when many companies eschewed the idea of forceful action by Washington for fear of retribution by China. (more...)
Amtrak engineer won't be charged in deadly crash
- May 13, 2017
KYW-AM first reported Tuesday, May 9, 2017, that the lawyers say Bostian won't be charged. The engineer in control of Amtrak 188 when it derailed at the Frankford curve in Philadelphia in 2015, killing eight people and injuring 200 others, will not be criminally charged, the Philadelphia District Attorney's Office announced today. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
KYW-AM first reported Tuesday, May 9, 2017, that the lawyers say Bostian won't be charged. The engineer in control of Amtrak 188 when it derailed at the Frankford curve in Philadelphia in 2015, killing eight people and injuring 200 others, will not be criminally charged, the Philadelphia District Attorney's Office announced today. (more...)
Sacked Delhi minister Kapil Mishra begins hunger strike; attacked by AAP supporter
- May 13, 2017
The officer said Bhardwaj produced his evidence of his chartered accountancy work but maintained that his work had taken a backseat ever since he joined AAP. Mishra, who was sacked from Delhi cabinet and primary membership of the AAP, did not comment on whether Bhardwaj is a volunteer of the party, as claimed by him. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
The officer said Bhardwaj produced his evidence of his chartered accountancy work but maintained that his work had taken a backseat ever since he joined AAP. Mishra, who was sacked from Delhi cabinet and primary membership of the AAP, did not comment on whether Bhardwaj is a volunteer of the party, as claimed by him. (more...)
Jeff Sessions Memo Will Bring Back Drug War's Mass Incarceration, Advocates Fear
- May 13, 2017
Critics of the shift say it will revive the worst aspects of the drug war. "You collect it by the barrel of a gun", Sessions said. "Going forward, I have empowered our prosecutors to charge and pursue the most serious offenses as I believe the law requires", Sessions said. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
Critics of the shift say it will revive the worst aspects of the drug war. "You collect it by the barrel of a gun", Sessions said. "Going forward, I have empowered our prosecutors to charge and pursue the most serious offenses as I believe the law requires", Sessions said. (more...)
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