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North Korea claims Central Intelligence Agency plotted to kill Kim Jong
- May 14, 2017
North Korea frequently accuses the United States and South Korea of plotting against it, but this accusation is unusual in its detail. The ministry said the spy agencies in June 2014 "ideologically corrupted and bribed" a North Korean citizen who had been working in Russian Federation to carry out the alleged assassination on Kim after returning home. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
North Korea frequently accuses the United States and South Korea of plotting against it, but this accusation is unusual in its detail. The ministry said the spy agencies in June 2014 "ideologically corrupted and bribed" a North Korean citizen who had been working in Russian Federation to carry out the alleged assassination on Kim after returning home. (more...)
BC election results are 'beginning of something different,' Clark says
- May 14, 2017
Horgan sought to portray Clark as out of touch with regular British Columbians who feel the economy is not working for them, while Weaver cast the Greens as political outsiders. But Weaver said it was too soon to say whether he will back the NDP or Liberals in B.C.'s new minority parliament. Weaver said he wouldn't demand official party status from the other parties to support a minority government, but there's a chance the Greens could get recognized anyway. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
Horgan sought to portray Clark as out of touch with regular British Columbians who feel the economy is not working for them, while Weaver cast the Greens as political outsiders. But Weaver said it was too soon to say whether he will back the NDP or Liberals in B.C.'s new minority parliament. Weaver said he wouldn't demand official party status from the other parties to support a minority government, but there's a chance the Greens could get recognized anyway. (more...)
France's Macron to unveil list of candidates for new party
- May 14, 2017
Until recently he was deputy editor-in-chief at Agence France Presse. Nigel Farage, who spearheaded a campaign for Britain's exit from the European Union as former leader of the U.K. To compete, "en Marche" has rebranded itself is now rebranding itself "La Republique en Marche" (Republic on the Move), as it prepares a list of candidates. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
Until recently he was deputy editor-in-chief at Agence France Presse. Nigel Farage, who spearheaded a campaign for Britain's exit from the European Union as former leader of the U.K. To compete, "en Marche" has rebranded itself is now rebranding itself "La Republique en Marche" (Republic on the Move), as it prepares a list of candidates. (more...)
ICC Takes the Opportunity to Observe and Reflect the Arctic Council Ministerial
- May 14, 2017
In his remarks at the opening of the Ministerial meeting , U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said: "The Arctic Council, which recently celebrated its 20th anniversary, has proven to be an indispensable forum in which we can pursue cooperation". (more...)
- May 14, 2017
In his remarks at the opening of the Ministerial meeting , U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said: "The Arctic Council, which recently celebrated its 20th anniversary, has proven to be an indispensable forum in which we can pursue cooperation". (more...)
South Korea urges 'parallel' talks, sanctions to rein in North
- May 14, 2017
President Donald Trump called last month for Seoul to shoulder the costs of the system in a move many saw as ham-fisted bluster that could only bruise relations with Moon's administration. "I am well aware of the concern and fear of the Chinese about the THAAD deployment", Moon was quoted as saying when Xi explained the Chinese stance on the matter. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
President Donald Trump called last month for Seoul to shoulder the costs of the system in a move many saw as ham-fisted bluster that could only bruise relations with Moon's administration. "I am well aware of the concern and fear of the Chinese about the THAAD deployment", Moon was quoted as saying when Xi explained the Chinese stance on the matter. (more...)
Opec output cut extension emerging hope, may pave the way for recovery
- May 14, 2017
After talks, the buyer avoided a cut in June because of an earlier request for extra supplies, the source said . Saudi Arabia told Asian refiners of its first cuts in crude allocations since OPEC's output reduction took effect in January. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
After talks, the buyer avoided a cut in June because of an earlier request for extra supplies, the source said . Saudi Arabia told Asian refiners of its first cuts in crude allocations since OPEC's output reduction took effect in January. (more...)
North Korea launches another missile, South Korean military says
- May 14, 2017
A statement said the missile. - North Korea on Sunday launched a ballistic missile that flew about 700 kilometers (435 miles), South Korea's military said. Moon responded that he's aware of China's concerns and asked Xi to help resolve the difficulties facing South Korean businesses in China, it said. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
A statement said the missile. - North Korea on Sunday launched a ballistic missile that flew about 700 kilometers (435 miles), South Korea's military said. Moon responded that he's aware of China's concerns and asked Xi to help resolve the difficulties facing South Korean businesses in China, it said. (more...)
S Korea's new president 'would visit Pyongyang'
- May 14, 2017
Moon's Democratic Party said he was briefed on the status of the North Korean military and South Korea's military readiness. "I will do everything I can for the Korean Peninsula". "How to respond to North Korea ... is an urgent issue". A joint North-South project established in 2014 in the spirit of closer cooperation between the two Koreas, is now closed. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
Moon's Democratic Party said he was briefed on the status of the North Korean military and South Korea's military readiness. "I will do everything I can for the Korean Peninsula". "How to respond to North Korea ... is an urgent issue". A joint North-South project established in 2014 in the spirit of closer cooperation between the two Koreas, is now closed. (more...)
South Korea's Progressive New President Is Open to Visiting Pyongyang
- May 14, 2017
New South Korean President Moon Jae-in said on Wednesday he was open to visiting rival North Korea under the right conditions to talk about Pyongyang's aggressive pursuit of nuclear-tipped missiles. But the two conservative presidents who succeeded Kim and Roh abandoned the sunshine policy, instead promoting direct and multilateral sanctions to punish North Korea for its nuclear ambitions. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
New South Korean President Moon Jae-in said on Wednesday he was open to visiting rival North Korea under the right conditions to talk about Pyongyang's aggressive pursuit of nuclear-tipped missiles. But the two conservative presidents who succeeded Kim and Roh abandoned the sunshine policy, instead promoting direct and multilateral sanctions to punish North Korea for its nuclear ambitions. (more...)
Angry woman follows congressman down highway
- May 14, 2017
The congressman pulled over and Wright followed suit, emerging from her own auto to pound on the lawmaker's ride and even reach in to try and grab him, Tennessee cops said . Inside the vehicle were Congressman Kustoff and aide Marianne Dunavant . She faces $1,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on Monday. Investigators tell Local 24 that the incident happened in May 8 in Weakley County. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
The congressman pulled over and Wright followed suit, emerging from her own auto to pound on the lawmaker's ride and even reach in to try and grab him, Tennessee cops said . Inside the vehicle were Congressman Kustoff and aide Marianne Dunavant . She faces $1,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on Monday. Investigators tell Local 24 that the incident happened in May 8 in Weakley County. (more...)
North Korea sends rare letter of protest over new United States sanctions
- May 14, 2017
The Republican, during his presidential campaign previous year, had said that he would be willing to meet Kim Jong-un. Koh Yu-hwan, a North Korea expert at Seoul's Dongguk University, said it's not unprecedented for the North to directly contact the US legislature or government. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
The Republican, during his presidential campaign previous year, had said that he would be willing to meet Kim Jong-un. Koh Yu-hwan, a North Korea expert at Seoul's Dongguk University, said it's not unprecedented for the North to directly contact the US legislature or government. (more...)
USA man captures 16-foot python
- May 14, 2017
Fortunately for Dusty, he just spent some close quality time with a snake he compared to Andre the Giant or Hulk Hogan. "Whoo! 16-10, baby! Man that's a big one!" "Biggest snake I ever caught in my life right there". "The 16'10" python is the biggest of this round of hunting, but the overall title belongs to an 18'2" python. Officials extracted 78 eggs out of the python, which means dozens of pythons will never see the light of day, according to the news station. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
Fortunately for Dusty, he just spent some close quality time with a snake he compared to Andre the Giant or Hulk Hogan. "Whoo! 16-10, baby! Man that's a big one!" "Biggest snake I ever caught in my life right there". "The 16'10" python is the biggest of this round of hunting, but the overall title belongs to an 18'2" python. Officials extracted 78 eggs out of the python, which means dozens of pythons will never see the light of day, according to the news station. (more...)
Suspect killed during shootout with Florida deputies
- May 14, 2017
Three deputies are on administrative leave, following sheriff's office policy, according to the Palm Beach Post . The gunman, Phillip O'Shea, 47, was shot and killed at the scene. Palm Beach County K9 Officer Kasper, pictured, took a bullet for his handler, which saved the officer's life. Deputies caught up with Oshea later Friday about 20 miles away in Jupiter and again got into a shootout, according to multiple local media accounts. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
Three deputies are on administrative leave, following sheriff's office policy, according to the Palm Beach Post . The gunman, Phillip O'Shea, 47, was shot and killed at the scene. Palm Beach County K9 Officer Kasper, pictured, took a bullet for his handler, which saved the officer's life. Deputies caught up with Oshea later Friday about 20 miles away in Jupiter and again got into a shootout, according to multiple local media accounts. (more...)
North Korea: talks with U.S. possible under the right "conditions"
- May 14, 2017
Choe Son Hui, North Korea's foreign ministry director general for USA affairs, made the comments after two days of informal talks with former United States officials in Norway, according to South Korean media. 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. It came from near Kusong, close to North Korea's west coast, CNN reported the South Korean military as saying. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
Choe Son Hui, North Korea's foreign ministry director general for USA affairs, made the comments after two days of informal talks with former United States officials in Norway, according to South Korean media. 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. It came from near Kusong, close to North Korea's west coast, CNN reported the South Korean military as saying. (more...)
GBP Slips Lower After Bank of England Remains Pat
- May 14, 2017
That means that inflation will outstrip wages, spelling negative real wage growth - the first time this has occurred since 2013, when prices rose 2pc and wages just 1.5pc. But, if the Bank's more positive outlook towards the end of the three year forecast period comes to pass, the Monetary Policy Committee could move more rapidly towards interest rate rises than some expect. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
That means that inflation will outstrip wages, spelling negative real wage growth - the first time this has occurred since 2013, when prices rose 2pc and wages just 1.5pc. But, if the Bank's more positive outlook towards the end of the three year forecast period comes to pass, the Monetary Policy Committee could move more rapidly towards interest rate rises than some expect. (more...)
Trump threatens to cancel briefings; Spicer back at podium
- May 14, 2017
Per usual, Trump is blaming the chaos of his administration on what he seems to view as the bane of his presidency: the "fake news". "First of all, you have a level of hostility that's incredible, and its very unfair". Mason added that the White House Correspondents' Association would object to anything that could threaten those constitutionally-protected principles. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
Per usual, Trump is blaming the chaos of his administration on what he seems to view as the bane of his presidency: the "fake news". "First of all, you have a level of hostility that's incredible, and its very unfair". Mason added that the White House Correspondents' Association would object to anything that could threaten those constitutionally-protected principles. (more...)
Trump Says Wants to Move Quickly to Nominate New FBI Director
- May 14, 2017
The No. 2 Democrat in the Senate, Richard Durbin, went further on Friday and said Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein should appoint an independent special prosecutor to pursue possible criminal charges in relation to Comey's firing, although he did not specify if he meant such charges should be against Trump. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
The No. 2 Democrat in the Senate, Richard Durbin, went further on Friday and said Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein should appoint an independent special prosecutor to pursue possible criminal charges in relation to Comey's firing, although he did not specify if he meant such charges should be against Trump. (more...)
North Korea Says Will Have Dialogue With US Under Right Conditions
- May 14, 2017
In defiance of United Nations and U.S. sanctions, North Korea has already conducted five nuclear tests and is also developing long-range missiles to deliver atomic weapons. "Track-two meetings are routinely held on a variety of topics around the world and occur independent of USA government involvement", a State Department official said, according to Yonhap . (more...)
- May 14, 2017
In defiance of United Nations and U.S. sanctions, North Korea has already conducted five nuclear tests and is also developing long-range missiles to deliver atomic weapons. "Track-two meetings are routinely held on a variety of topics around the world and occur independent of USA government involvement", a State Department official said, according to Yonhap . (more...)
Michael Flynn subpoenaed in Russian Federation probe by US Senate Intelligence panel
- May 14, 2017
The Russian government-funded news outlet that U.S. intelligence agencies say played a key role in disseminating stolen emails meant to damage the candidacy of Hillary Clinton in the 2016 presidential election. A former USA military intelligence chief, retired lieutenant general Flynn was generously paid to attend a gala of Russia's RT television in December 2015, where he sat with President Vladimir Putin, raising suspicions about his ties with Moscow. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
The Russian government-funded news outlet that U.S. intelligence agencies say played a key role in disseminating stolen emails meant to damage the candidacy of Hillary Clinton in the 2016 presidential election. A former USA military intelligence chief, retired lieutenant general Flynn was generously paid to attend a gala of Russia's RT television in December 2015, where he sat with President Vladimir Putin, raising suspicions about his ties with Moscow. (more...)
New Orleans removes Jefferson Davis monument
- May 14, 2017
Beauregard at the entrance to City Park and Robert E. Lee at Lee Circle - due to the "widely known intimidation, threats, and violence". New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu , who first urged the City Council to remove the monuments in 2015, praised the effort in a news release. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
Beauregard at the entrance to City Park and Robert E. Lee at Lee Circle - due to the "widely known intimidation, threats, and violence". New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu , who first urged the City Council to remove the monuments in 2015, praised the effort in a news release. (more...)
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