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Four Dead in Ohio Nursing Home Shooting
- May 14, 2017
The hostages escaped unharmed, as did all 23 residents of the nursing home. Two nursing home employees were also shot and killed, along with the shooting suspect. Previous reports told of almost half of the residents living in the nursing home facility in 2016 being sex offenders. Flowers and flags appeared in an impromptu memorial outside the village police hall. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
The hostages escaped unharmed, as did all 23 residents of the nursing home. Two nursing home employees were also shot and killed, along with the shooting suspect. Previous reports told of almost half of the residents living in the nursing home facility in 2016 being sex offenders. Flowers and flags appeared in an impromptu memorial outside the village police hall. (more...)
Trump Delays Decision on Paris Climate Accord Amid Infighting
- May 14, 2017
President Donald Trump previously indicated that he intends to yank the USA out of the agreement, though his top advisors are reportedly divided on whether that is a good idea politically, environmentally and economically. The President's influential daughter, Ivanka Trump , who is the Assistant to the President, Defence Secretary James Mattis and former Exxon boss Rex Tillerson , now Secretary of State, are all believed to be in favour of the U.S. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
President Donald Trump previously indicated that he intends to yank the USA out of the agreement, though his top advisors are reportedly divided on whether that is a good idea politically, environmentally and economically. The President's influential daughter, Ivanka Trump , who is the Assistant to the President, Defence Secretary James Mattis and former Exxon boss Rex Tillerson , now Secretary of State, are all believed to be in favour of the U.S. (more...)
Rugby World Cup 2019 draws announced, England land in 'group of death'
- May 14, 2017
We've drawn a pool that's got some strength in it, that's okay. England failed to advance from their "group of hell" in 2015, becoming the first hosts to exit before the knockout stage. The United States and Canada are favourites to get the two Americas places, while Fiji, Samoa and Tonga are traditionally the strongest teams in Oceania. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
We've drawn a pool that's got some strength in it, that's okay. England failed to advance from their "group of hell" in 2015, becoming the first hosts to exit before the knockout stage. The United States and Canada are favourites to get the two Americas places, while Fiji, Samoa and Tonga are traditionally the strongest teams in Oceania. (more...)
Trump says no collusion; GOP and Dem member say case isn't closed
- May 14, 2017
The Trump administration continues to attack the legitimacy of the media, and the GOP tries to shift attention away from the investigation into Trump's ties with Russian Federation by focusing instead on leaks about those ties to the media. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
The Trump administration continues to attack the legitimacy of the media, and the GOP tries to shift attention away from the investigation into Trump's ties with Russian Federation by focusing instead on leaks about those ties to the media. (more...)
Aam Aadmi Party "Demonstrates" EVM Tempering During Special Session of Delhi Assembly
- May 14, 2017
Outside the assembly, Kejriwal dared the Election Commission. "Chips used in our EVMs come from Japan, the technology is from United States, then why can't the ECI bring experts from overseas to verify", Rao said. Questioning the "reliability" of EVMs, activists Tehseen Poonawalla and V.V. Rao on Wednesday asked the Election Commission to prove in front of experts that the machines can not be tampered with. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
Outside the assembly, Kejriwal dared the Election Commission. "Chips used in our EVMs come from Japan, the technology is from United States, then why can't the ECI bring experts from overseas to verify", Rao said. Questioning the "reliability" of EVMs, activists Tehseen Poonawalla and V.V. Rao on Wednesday asked the Election Commission to prove in front of experts that the machines can not be tampered with. (more...)
Only three days needed to hack EVMs across Delhi, says Sisodia
- May 14, 2017
Apart from demanding that voter-verifiable paper audit trail (VVPAT)-equipped EVMs be used, the party will approach the EC with the request that votes registered in EVMs and paper trails of 25 per cent randomly chosen booths be tallied, Rai said. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
Apart from demanding that voter-verifiable paper audit trail (VVPAT)-equipped EVMs be used, the party will approach the EC with the request that votes registered in EVMs and paper trails of 25 per cent randomly chosen booths be tallied, Rai said. (more...)
White House Angry With Russia Over Oval Office Photos
- May 14, 2017
Adding to the cascade of speculation that Trump's administration has been far friendlier to Russian Federation than it has to various lawmakers and journalists in the US, the White House did not allow any American news agencies into Trump's meeting with Lavrov. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
Adding to the cascade of speculation that Trump's administration has been far friendlier to Russian Federation than it has to various lawmakers and journalists in the US, the White House did not allow any American news agencies into Trump's meeting with Lavrov. (more...)
Ex-teacher who allegedly kidnapped teen to remain in jail until trial
- May 14, 2017
If convicted on a charge of taking a minor across state lines, Cummins faces a minimum of 10 years in prison. The ruling came after a preliminary hearing in Nashville, according to a clerk at the U.S. They argued that since all of his family and friends are in Middle Tennessee, he would have no reason to leave. Cummins revealed at the court hearing that he spent $1,500 on a two-seat kayak and that he and Thomas attempted to get to Mexico in it. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
If convicted on a charge of taking a minor across state lines, Cummins faces a minimum of 10 years in prison. The ruling came after a preliminary hearing in Nashville, according to a clerk at the U.S. They argued that since all of his family and friends are in Middle Tennessee, he would have no reason to leave. Cummins revealed at the court hearing that he spent $1,500 on a two-seat kayak and that he and Thomas attempted to get to Mexico in it. (more...)
Israeli Cabinet Moves to Downgrade Status of Arabic Language
- May 14, 2017
Following the preliminary vote by the Knesset plenum, which is scheduled for Wednesday, the bill will be combined with a Justice Ministry version. The move may help Netenyahu bolster support with more right-wing members of his administration, and complements his ambition to have Palestinians recognise Israel as the "nation-state" of the Jewish people. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
Following the preliminary vote by the Knesset plenum, which is scheduled for Wednesday, the bill will be combined with a Justice Ministry version. The move may help Netenyahu bolster support with more right-wing members of his administration, and complements his ambition to have Palestinians recognise Israel as the "nation-state" of the Jewish people. (more...)
Punjab board SSE class 12 exams 2017: Check PSEB result dates
- May 14, 2017
The PSEB Class 12th Results 2017 will be accessible at pseb .ac.in after the release. The Board every year organise a press conference where they announce the results and the toppers' names. Click on the open the 12th exam results. The board was granted autonomy in 1987 after the state assembly amended the Board's Act. This year the examinations were conducted from March 14 onwards across various exam centers in the state by the Punjab Board. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
The PSEB Class 12th Results 2017 will be accessible at pseb .ac.in after the release. The Board every year organise a press conference where they announce the results and the toppers' names. Click on the open the 12th exam results. The board was granted autonomy in 1987 after the state assembly amended the Board's Act. This year the examinations were conducted from March 14 onwards across various exam centers in the state by the Punjab Board. (more...)
Sean Spicer refuses to deny that Trump is taping White House visitors
- May 14, 2017
The first line of Mr Trump's letter sacking Mr Comey refers to a memo written by Mr Rosenstein and says: "I have accepted their recommendation". Mr Trump has insisted Mr Comey told him that he was not under investigation. The White House said Mr Comey was sacked over his handling of the Hillary Clinton email affair, but Democrats have asked, if that is the case, why it took so long. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
The first line of Mr Trump's letter sacking Mr Comey refers to a memo written by Mr Rosenstein and says: "I have accepted their recommendation". Mr Trump has insisted Mr Comey told him that he was not under investigation. The White House said Mr Comey was sacked over his handling of the Hillary Clinton email affair, but Democrats have asked, if that is the case, why it took so long. (more...)
Sean Spicer missing from briefings during key week for Trump
- May 14, 2017
The obligation also kept Spicer away Wednesday, one of the most important days of Trump's presidency: the day after Trump fired James Comey as Federal Bureau of Investigation director. "I know that you all will not let this go until it does", Sanders told reporters. "So brace yourselves for a fun 24 hours". The Washington Post report further says that after the session, "Spicer walked with his head down". (more...)
- May 14, 2017
The obligation also kept Spicer away Wednesday, one of the most important days of Trump's presidency: the day after Trump fired James Comey as Federal Bureau of Investigation director. "I know that you all will not let this go until it does", Sanders told reporters. "So brace yourselves for a fun 24 hours". The Washington Post report further says that after the session, "Spicer walked with his head down". (more...)
Why Betsy DeVos was booed, heckled at black college commencement
- May 14, 2017
DeVos was able to finish her speech but not without being forced to pause as outraged students shouted and audibly booed her comments . "One of the hallmarks of higher education, and of democracy, is the ability to conserve with and learn from those whom we disagree", DeVos said in statement released Wednesday evening. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
DeVos was able to finish her speech but not without being forced to pause as outraged students shouted and audibly booed her comments . "One of the hallmarks of higher education, and of democracy, is the ability to conserve with and learn from those whom we disagree", DeVos said in statement released Wednesday evening. (more...)
Senators Looking Ahead to Sally Yates Testimony on Russian Federation and Flynn
- May 14, 2017
The former president is said to be reluctant to get into a tit-for-tat with Mr Trump over every tweet or critique from the White House briefing room. Flynn was interviewed by the Federal Bureau of Investigation in the early days of the Trump administration about communications he had with Kislyak, the Russian ambassador to the United States, during the transition period. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
The former president is said to be reluctant to get into a tit-for-tat with Mr Trump over every tweet or critique from the White House briefing room. Flynn was interviewed by the Federal Bureau of Investigation in the early days of the Trump administration about communications he had with Kislyak, the Russian ambassador to the United States, during the transition period. (more...)
Trump Says He Might Name New FBI Director This Week
- May 14, 2017
The White House initially said Trump fired Comey on the recommendation of the top Justice Department officials: Attorney General Jeff Sessions and Rosenstein. Rosenstein, it turned out, authored the memo that was used, the Times said, to "justify the firing of Mr. Comey". On January 26, deputy AG Sally Yates informed the White House that Mike Flynn had been compromised by the Russians. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
The White House initially said Trump fired Comey on the recommendation of the top Justice Department officials: Attorney General Jeff Sessions and Rosenstein. Rosenstein, it turned out, authored the memo that was used, the Times said, to "justify the firing of Mr. Comey". On January 26, deputy AG Sally Yates informed the White House that Mike Flynn had been compromised by the Russians. (more...)
China pressures South Korea about missile system
- May 14, 2017
He told Xi the ultimate goal of sanctions was to persuade North Korea to engage in dialogue about abolishing its nuclear program. In an interview with Bloomberg News earlier this month, Trump said, "If it would be appropriate for me to meet with him, I would absolutely, I would be honored to do it". (more...)
- May 14, 2017
He told Xi the ultimate goal of sanctions was to persuade North Korea to engage in dialogue about abolishing its nuclear program. In an interview with Bloomberg News earlier this month, Trump said, "If it would be appropriate for me to meet with him, I would absolutely, I would be honored to do it". (more...)
The Katy in red steals Met Gala limelight
- May 14, 2017
Rihanna, one of the queens of the Met Gala , is surely a candidate, staying true to theme with a flurry of florals courtesy of Comme des Garçons . Caroline Kennedy is known for her classic sense of style and fashionable know-how, so it came as quite a shock to see the diplomat take to the red carpet at this year's Met Gala in a highly unflattering - and rather weird - dress that quite closely resembled an antique lampshade. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
Rihanna, one of the queens of the Met Gala , is surely a candidate, staying true to theme with a flurry of florals courtesy of Comme des Garçons . Caroline Kennedy is known for her classic sense of style and fashionable know-how, so it came as quite a shock to see the diplomat take to the red carpet at this year's Met Gala in a highly unflattering - and rather weird - dress that quite closely resembled an antique lampshade. (more...)
Sacked minister records statement before ACB in tanker scam
- May 14, 2017
While being taken away, the attacker told the media: "My name is Ankit Bharadwaj". But BJP's Bharadwaj met reporters to prove it was not him. Police haven't confirmed his involvement with any organisation or party although Mishra's supporters claimed him to be an AAP member. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
While being taken away, the attacker told the media: "My name is Ankit Bharadwaj". But BJP's Bharadwaj met reporters to prove it was not him. Police haven't confirmed his involvement with any organisation or party although Mishra's supporters claimed him to be an AAP member. (more...)
Emmanuel Macron vows to heal France's divisions after beating Marine Le Pen
- May 14, 2017
In a congratulatory message, Prime Minister Abe said Macron's election is a symbolic victory over inward-focused and protectionist moves, and represents the French public's confidence in the EU. Macron's team is being careful not to favour either side too heavily, and is especially wary of appearing too close to the deeply unpopular outgoing Socialist government. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
In a congratulatory message, Prime Minister Abe said Macron's election is a symbolic victory over inward-focused and protectionist moves, and represents the French public's confidence in the EU. Macron's team is being careful not to favour either side too heavily, and is especially wary of appearing too close to the deeply unpopular outgoing Socialist government. (more...)
Rajnath to review security in Maoist-hit states
- May 14, 2017
On April 24, Maoists killed 25 Central Reserve Police Force personnel in Sukma area of Chhattisgarh. CoBRA commandos are highly trained and carry out targeted action on enemy hideouts with minimal collateral damage. At present, an IAF chopper flies a maximum of 120 hours per month which is expected to be raised to 160 hours soon, the officer added. "159 IED blasts were reported in 2016 as against 131 in 2015, which is an increase of 21 per cent in the usage of these killing devices. (more...)
- May 14, 2017
On April 24, Maoists killed 25 Central Reserve Police Force personnel in Sukma area of Chhattisgarh. CoBRA commandos are highly trained and carry out targeted action on enemy hideouts with minimal collateral damage. At present, an IAF chopper flies a maximum of 120 hours per month which is expected to be raised to 160 hours soon, the officer added. "159 IED blasts were reported in 2016 as against 131 in 2015, which is an increase of 21 per cent in the usage of these killing devices. (more...)
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