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Bus tips over in Turkey, killing at least 23 people
- May 13, 2017
Deputy governor of Mugla province, Kamil Koten, told Turkey's state-run Anadolu news agency that the driver is among the dead and most of those killed were women. I think that the accident was a result of driver failure". President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has released a statement on the accident, saying that he passes his condolences to the relatives of those killed, while wishing speedy recovery to those injured. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
Deputy governor of Mugla province, Kamil Koten, told Turkey's state-run Anadolu news agency that the driver is among the dead and most of those killed were women. I think that the accident was a result of driver failure". President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has released a statement on the accident, saying that he passes his condolences to the relatives of those killed, while wishing speedy recovery to those injured. (more...)
'EVMs unhackable but all future polls to have VVPAT'
- May 13, 2017
Congress's Vivek Tankha said, "Longer display of VVPAT chits to voters can increase transparency", he said. "Sad that EC has backed out of hackathon", Kejriwal tweeted. The meeting of all regional and national political parties was called specially to discuss issues related to EVMs, and use of money power in elections. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
Congress's Vivek Tankha said, "Longer display of VVPAT chits to voters can increase transparency", he said. "Sad that EC has backed out of hackathon", Kejriwal tweeted. The meeting of all regional and national political parties was called specially to discuss issues related to EVMs, and use of money power in elections. (more...)
I won't change my style to win Premier League title - Guardiola
- May 13, 2017
A third place finish is still in City's hands if they win their final three games of the season starting with Leicester City at home on Saturday. Wilfred Ndidi missed a similarly clear opening for Leicester , making a mess of a clear header from point-blank range, before Sane scuffed a shot wide after a spell of mounting pressure from Pep Guardiola's men . (more...)
- May 13, 2017
A third place finish is still in City's hands if they win their final three games of the season starting with Leicester City at home on Saturday. Wilfred Ndidi missed a similarly clear opening for Leicester , making a mess of a clear header from point-blank range, before Sane scuffed a shot wide after a spell of mounting pressure from Pep Guardiola's men . (more...)
House Russia investigators get second crack at Comey
- May 13, 2017
When asked by Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, Comey said that he does believe Russian Federation is still involved in American politics. "Even in hindsight - and this has been one of the world's most painful experiences - I would make the same decision". (more...)
- May 13, 2017
When asked by Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, Comey said that he does believe Russian Federation is still involved in American politics. "Even in hindsight - and this has been one of the world's most painful experiences - I would make the same decision". (more...)
Is Trump Taping Conversations in the Oval Office? Sean Spicer Won't Say
- May 13, 2017
On Twitter, Trump appeared to suggest that if Comey gave his version of contacts between them, the administration might produce tapes of conversations, although it was not clear if such tapes exist. Comey instead told Trump he could count on his honesty, the Times said. White House press secretary Sean Spicer repeatedly refused on Friday to deny that Donald Trump is secretly taping visitors. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
On Twitter, Trump appeared to suggest that if Comey gave his version of contacts between them, the administration might produce tapes of conversations, although it was not clear if such tapes exist. Comey instead told Trump he could count on his honesty, the Times said. White House press secretary Sean Spicer repeatedly refused on Friday to deny that Donald Trump is secretly taping visitors. (more...)
Top Democrats demand any "tapes", all communications between Trump and James Comey
- May 13, 2017
The White House also changed its narrative about whether the president had chose to fire Mr Comey based on the recommendations by Mr Rosenstein and Attorney General Jeff Sessions. Others close to Comey told reporters Trump used a dinner meeting to demand Comey's loyalty . "I think it's a good idea". Comey instead told Trump he could count on his honesty, the Times said. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
The White House also changed its narrative about whether the president had chose to fire Mr Comey based on the recommendations by Mr Rosenstein and Attorney General Jeff Sessions. Others close to Comey told reporters Trump used a dinner meeting to demand Comey's loyalty . "I think it's a good idea". Comey instead told Trump he could count on his honesty, the Times said. (more...)
24 killed as wall collapses at Indian wedding
- May 13, 2017
People took shelter under a tin shed attached to a wall, which collapsed suddenly, leaving 24 dead and 30 injured. In a Marriage Hall, some 26 people died which includes four children and some 28 people were bruised, this happened because a wall distorted when a tempest hit the state yesterday night. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
People took shelter under a tin shed attached to a wall, which collapsed suddenly, leaving 24 dead and 30 injured. In a Marriage Hall, some 26 people died which includes four children and some 28 people were bruised, this happened because a wall distorted when a tempest hit the state yesterday night. (more...)
India Funded Ambulance Service Will Be Extended To All Provinces: Modi
- May 13, 2017
Speaking as the chief guest at the International Vesak Day celebrations in Colombo , Mr Modi said that the themes of social justice and sustainable world peace, chosen for the Vesak day, resonate deeply with Buddha's teachings. In January this year, while on an official visit to India, Vice-Admiral RC Wijegunaratne sought to assuage Indian concerns about the presence of Chinese submarines in Colombo port. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
Speaking as the chief guest at the International Vesak Day celebrations in Colombo , Mr Modi said that the themes of social justice and sustainable world peace, chosen for the Vesak day, resonate deeply with Buddha's teachings. In January this year, while on an official visit to India, Vice-Admiral RC Wijegunaratne sought to assuage Indian concerns about the presence of Chinese submarines in Colombo port. (more...)
United Kingdom govt doesn't know who's behind cyber attack, says minister
- May 13, 2017
Shortly after that disclosure, Microsoft announced it had already issued software " patches " for those holes. A reporter from the Health Service Journal said the attack had affected X-ray imaging systems, pathology test results, phone systems and patient administration systems. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
Shortly after that disclosure, Microsoft announced it had already issued software " patches " for those holes. A reporter from the Health Service Journal said the attack had affected X-ray imaging systems, pathology test results, phone systems and patient administration systems. (more...)
Shahi Imam of Kolkata's Tipu Sultan Masjid removes red beacon from vehicle
- May 13, 2017
Earlier, he had said, "I am a religious leader and I have been using the red beacon for decades". When reminded that red-beaconed cars had been rendered illegal after the passing of new central laws, he said he would not take orders from the Centre on issues related to religion and added it was the Prime Minister and the RSS which were "illegal". (more...)
- May 13, 2017
Earlier, he had said, "I am a religious leader and I have been using the red beacon for decades". When reminded that red-beaconed cars had been rendered illegal after the passing of new central laws, he said he would not take orders from the Centre on issues related to religion and added it was the Prime Minister and the RSS which were "illegal". (more...)
Australian Olympic chief John Coates re-elected president
- May 13, 2017
It was the first time Coates had faced an election since he became president in 1990, and came amid an acrimonious campaign which divided former athletes and administrators. Coates' preferred picks for the two AOC vice-president roles also won their vote, with Ian Chesterman and Helen Brownlee to keep their roles after being challenged by Roche-backed Andrew Plympton. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
It was the first time Coates had faced an election since he became president in 1990, and came amid an acrimonious campaign which divided former athletes and administrators. Coates' preferred picks for the two AOC vice-president roles also won their vote, with Ian Chesterman and Helen Brownlee to keep their roles after being challenged by Roche-backed Andrew Plympton. (more...)
Erdogan says Turkey retaliating against 'serious' mortar fire on Syria border
- May 13, 2017
The YPG is part of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), which is a multi-ethnic coalition that is leading the fight against ISIS in the region. The Syrian Democratic Forces, which includes Arab fighters, seized six neighborhoods from Islamic State militants in Tabqa on Sunday, according to the Kurdish-run Hawar news agency. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
The YPG is part of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), which is a multi-ethnic coalition that is leading the fight against ISIS in the region. The Syrian Democratic Forces, which includes Arab fighters, seized six neighborhoods from Islamic State militants in Tabqa on Sunday, according to the Kurdish-run Hawar news agency. (more...)
GOP senator says Senate will take 'new, fresh approach' to health care
- May 13, 2017
Fighting the expansion of the welfare state is a fundamental premise of the American conservative movement. Even still, Republicans could eliminate the legislative filibuster (filibusters used on regular bills like the AHCA, which are not enshrined in the Constitution), but that would be a high-risk gamble that could come back to bite them. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
Fighting the expansion of the welfare state is a fundamental premise of the American conservative movement. Even still, Republicans could eliminate the legislative filibuster (filibusters used on regular bills like the AHCA, which are not enshrined in the Constitution), but that would be a high-risk gamble that could come back to bite them. (more...)
Spicer Pressed on Clapper's New Comments on Trump-Russia Collusion
- May 13, 2017
Trump said there was no "collusion between me and my campaign and the Russians", and that "the Russians did not affect the vote". Credit where due: He's since proven me more than a little wrong, lasting much longer in the position than (or likely anyone, including Spicer himself) could have ever expected. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
Trump said there was no "collusion between me and my campaign and the Russians", and that "the Russians did not affect the vote". Credit where due: He's since proven me more than a little wrong, lasting much longer in the position than (or likely anyone, including Spicer himself) could have ever expected. (more...)
Amtrak engineer faces charges in fatal 2015 derailment
- May 13, 2017
Pennsylvania has filed criminal charges against the driver of an Amtrak train which derailed in 2015 in Philadelphia . Shapiro added the felony charge of risking or causing a catastrophe along with seven additional counts of involuntary manslaughter. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
Pennsylvania has filed criminal charges against the driver of an Amtrak train which derailed in 2015 in Philadelphia . Shapiro added the felony charge of risking or causing a catastrophe along with seven additional counts of involuntary manslaughter. (more...)
Trump firing Comey amounts to 'high crimes', says Harvard constitutional law professor
- May 13, 2017
Vice President Mike Pence told reporters , "President Trump made the right decision at the right time to accept the recommendation of the deputy attorney general and the attorney general". Anderson Cooper, incredulous, replied with, "This White House is under investigation, the people around the president are around investigation - you would agree with that, yes?" Comey has not publicly discussed any conversations he has had with Trump. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
Vice President Mike Pence told reporters , "President Trump made the right decision at the right time to accept the recommendation of the deputy attorney general and the attorney general". Anderson Cooper, incredulous, replied with, "This White House is under investigation, the people around the president are around investigation - you would agree with that, yes?" Comey has not publicly discussed any conversations he has had with Trump. (more...)
North Korea Will Have Dialogue With US Under 'Right Conditions'
- May 13, 2017
In a statement made earlier this month US President Donald Trump said that he would be "honoured" to meet his Korean counterpart, Kim Jong-Un. Choi did not elaborate on what the North's conditions are, but her comments raise the possibility of North Korea and the US returning to negotiations for the first time since 2008, when six-nation talks over Pyongyang's nuclear weapons program fell apart. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
In a statement made earlier this month US President Donald Trump said that he would be "honoured" to meet his Korean counterpart, Kim Jong-Un. Choi did not elaborate on what the North's conditions are, but her comments raise the possibility of North Korea and the US returning to negotiations for the first time since 2008, when six-nation talks over Pyongyang's nuclear weapons program fell apart. (more...)
Still no clear American policy on peace, Palestinian experts say
- May 13, 2017
However, there have been no serious negotiations since gaps widened with the 2009 election of Benjamin Netanyahu as Israel's prime minister. During a press conference with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, Trump praised Palestinian National Authority for its efforts to combat the threat of terrorism. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
However, there have been no serious negotiations since gaps widened with the 2009 election of Benjamin Netanyahu as Israel's prime minister. During a press conference with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, Trump praised Palestinian National Authority for its efforts to combat the threat of terrorism. (more...)
North Korea willing to meet with US if conditions right: Diplomat
- May 13, 2017
A senior North Korean diplomat said today Pyongyang would be willing to hold talks with the United States if the conditions are right. "We'll have dialogue if the conditions are there", she told reporters when asked if the North was preparing to hold talks with the Trump administration, according to Yonhap. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
A senior North Korean diplomat said today Pyongyang would be willing to hold talks with the United States if the conditions are right. "We'll have dialogue if the conditions are there", she told reporters when asked if the North was preparing to hold talks with the Trump administration, according to Yonhap. (more...)
U.S. supports action to reduce greenhouse gases at Arctic summit
- May 13, 2017
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson at Arctic Council Ministerial. "We're not going to rush to make a decision", he said. "The biggest thing we are really pushing is to make sure that (during) any negotiations in this meeting, the USA essentially doesn't bully the other Arctic nations or pressure them into taking out language around keeping the Paris agreement ", Liakos said. (more...)
- May 13, 2017
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson at Arctic Council Ministerial. "We're not going to rush to make a decision", he said. "The biggest thing we are really pushing is to make sure that (during) any negotiations in this meeting, the USA essentially doesn't bully the other Arctic nations or pressure them into taking out language around keeping the Paris agreement ", Liakos said. (more...)
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