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Prove reliability of EVMs in front of global experts
- May 15, 2017
His remarks come against the backdrop of Delhi Chief Minister and AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal reportedly questioning the independence of two Election Commissioners A K Joti and O P Rawat. "There is no machine in the world which can not be hacked", the AAP MLA claimed. "Give us access to the EVMs that will be used in Gujarat [which goes to polls later this year] for only three hours". (more...)
- May 15, 2017
His remarks come against the backdrop of Delhi Chief Minister and AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal reportedly questioning the independence of two Election Commissioners A K Joti and O P Rawat. "There is no machine in the world which can not be hacked", the AAP MLA claimed. "Give us access to the EVMs that will be used in Gujarat [which goes to polls later this year] for only three hours". (more...)
Austria's chancellor says he expects early election in fall
- May 15, 2017
Austria's unhappy "grand coalition" between Kern's center-left Social Democrats (SPOe) and the center-right OeVP is meant to govern until late 2018. "The major decisions on the direction that this country takes must be taken by voters", Kurz told reporters in Vienna after being appointed head of his People's Party (OeVP). (more...)
- May 15, 2017
Austria's unhappy "grand coalition" between Kern's center-left Social Democrats (SPOe) and the center-right OeVP is meant to govern until late 2018. "The major decisions on the direction that this country takes must be taken by voters", Kurz told reporters in Vienna after being appointed head of his People's Party (OeVP). (more...)
Emmanuel Macron sworn-in as French President
- May 15, 2017
Before Sunday's inaugural ceremony, Macron appointed Alexis Kohler as secretary general of the Elysee palace, the most powerful role among presidential staff, while career diplomat Philippe Etienne was named as his top foreign policy advisor. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
Before Sunday's inaugural ceremony, Macron appointed Alexis Kohler as secretary general of the Elysee palace, the most powerful role among presidential staff, while career diplomat Philippe Etienne was named as his top foreign policy advisor. (more...)
Sturgeon: Tories plan to "sacrifice" of Scottish economy to win Ukip vote
- May 15, 2017
The only way to stop the nationalists is to vote Labour. Professor Curtice's assessment comes after it was revealed this week that the Scottish Greens will withstand from fielding a candidate against Mr Robertson, leading to accusations they are trying to "prop up" the SNP. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
The only way to stop the nationalists is to vote Labour. Professor Curtice's assessment comes after it was revealed this week that the Scottish Greens will withstand from fielding a candidate against Mr Robertson, leading to accusations they are trying to "prop up" the SNP. (more...)
Ebola Returns to the Democratic Republic of Congo
- May 15, 2017
A person infected with the Ebola virus in Democratic Republic of Congo has died, a spokesman for the U.N.'s World Health Organization told Reuters on Friday. Bas-Uele province, the area of the outbreak, rests in a remote northern stretch of DRC, on the border with the Central African Republic. Ebola killed more than 11,300 people and infected some 28,600 from 2013, as it swept through Guinea, Sierra Leone and Liberia and caused alarm around the world.In June a year ago WHO declared ... (more...)
- May 15, 2017
A person infected with the Ebola virus in Democratic Republic of Congo has died, a spokesman for the U.N.'s World Health Organization told Reuters on Friday. Bas-Uele province, the area of the outbreak, rests in a remote northern stretch of DRC, on the border with the Central African Republic. Ebola killed more than 11,300 people and infected some 28,600 from 2013, as it swept through Guinea, Sierra Leone and Liberia and caused alarm around the world.In June a year ago WHO declared ... (more...)
'Shock' As Tories Gain In Glasgow From Labour
- May 15, 2017
James Kelly, Scottish Labour's general election campaign manager said: "It's clearer now than ever before that only Labour can defeat the SNP in vast swathes of Scotland". "The day after my party has won by a considerable margin more votes, more seats and more councils than any other party and improved our position on the last council election, I think I'm reasonably entitled to feel quite optimistic as we go into the next contest". (more...)
- May 15, 2017
James Kelly, Scottish Labour's general election campaign manager said: "It's clearer now than ever before that only Labour can defeat the SNP in vast swathes of Scotland". "The day after my party has won by a considerable margin more votes, more seats and more councils than any other party and improved our position on the last council election, I think I'm reasonably entitled to feel quite optimistic as we go into the next contest". (more...)
Britain says it's a natural partner for China's new Silk Road
- May 15, 2017
China says that between 2014 and 2016, its businesses signed projects worth $304.9 billion in Belt and Road countries. "All countries, from either Asia, Europe, Africa or the Americas, can be worldwide cooperation partners of the Belt and Road Initiative". (more...)
- May 15, 2017
China says that between 2014 and 2016, its businesses signed projects worth $304.9 billion in Belt and Road countries. "All countries, from either Asia, Europe, Africa or the Americas, can be worldwide cooperation partners of the Belt and Road Initiative". (more...)
United States to Arm Syrian Kurds
- May 15, 2017
The Pentagon on Tuesday said it was aware of concerns in Turkey, a North Atlantic Treaty Organisation ally that has given vital support to a US-led campaign against ISIS in Syria and Iraq. Mr Cavusoglu said Mr Erdogan would discuss the issue with Mr Trump during his planned visit to Washington next Tuesday and Wednesday, suggesting there were no plans to call off the talks in protest. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
The Pentagon on Tuesday said it was aware of concerns in Turkey, a North Atlantic Treaty Organisation ally that has given vital support to a US-led campaign against ISIS in Syria and Iraq. Mr Cavusoglu said Mr Erdogan would discuss the issue with Mr Trump during his planned visit to Washington next Tuesday and Wednesday, suggesting there were no plans to call off the talks in protest. (more...)
Engineer in deadly 2015 Amtrak crash charged with manslaughter
- May 15, 2017
The state prosecutor could arrest engineer Brandon Bostian, seek to dismiss the case, appeal or ask the city judge to reconsider her ruling, Temple University law professor Jules Epstein said. Bostian was not under the influence of drugs at the time of the crash, nor was he distracted by his cellphone. With the two-year statute of limitations for filing criminal charges set to expire Friday, prosecutors had said they decided against criminal prosecution of Bostian after the federal ... (more...)
- May 15, 2017
The state prosecutor could arrest engineer Brandon Bostian, seek to dismiss the case, appeal or ask the city judge to reconsider her ruling, Temple University law professor Jules Epstein said. Bostian was not under the influence of drugs at the time of the crash, nor was he distracted by his cellphone. With the two-year statute of limitations for filing criminal charges set to expire Friday, prosecutors had said they decided against criminal prosecution of Bostian after the federal ... (more...)
North Korea detains another American citizen, news agency reports
- May 15, 2017
The 58-year-old went on to accuse the Korea International Travel Company (KITC), which he travelled with, of purposely herding "tourists through the country" in a bid to monitor them. North Korea has detained a USA citizen - a self-described Christian missionary - raising the number of Americans held there to four. "He was a very diligent, hardworking man determined to help people in North Korea", he said. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
The 58-year-old went on to accuse the Korea International Travel Company (KITC), which he travelled with, of purposely herding "tourists through the country" in a bid to monitor them. North Korea has detained a USA citizen - a self-described Christian missionary - raising the number of Americans held there to four. "He was a very diligent, hardworking man determined to help people in North Korea", he said. (more...)
Sinclair to buy Tribune Media
- May 15, 2017
SBGI -2.30% said Monday it is acquiring Tribune Media Co. Sinclair already has 173 stations around the country, including WSYX in Columbus and WKRC in Cincinnati. The Tribune-Sinclair deal, which must be approved by the Federal Communications Commission, would give Sinclair a presence in the top three TV markets - KTLA in Los Angeles, WPIX in NY and WGN in Chicago . (more...)
- May 15, 2017
SBGI -2.30% said Monday it is acquiring Tribune Media Co. Sinclair already has 173 stations around the country, including WSYX in Columbus and WKRC in Cincinnati. The Tribune-Sinclair deal, which must be approved by the Federal Communications Commission, would give Sinclair a presence in the top three TV markets - KTLA in Los Angeles, WPIX in NY and WGN in Chicago . (more...)
Trump says 'fast decision' possible on new Federal Bureau of Investigation director
- May 15, 2017
The President continues to rely on people concluding that today's news doesn't seem any worse than what they normally perceive to be going on in the "swamp" of Washington. Trump told NBC News' Lester Holt in an interview this week that he "actually asked" Comey if he was under investigation. Some people under consideration include acting FBI Director Andrew McCabe, Republican Senator John Cornyn of Texas, New York Appeals Court Judge Michael Garcia and former Assistant Attorney General ... (more...)
- May 15, 2017
The President continues to rely on people concluding that today's news doesn't seem any worse than what they normally perceive to be going on in the "swamp" of Washington. Trump told NBC News' Lester Holt in an interview this week that he "actually asked" Comey if he was under investigation. Some people under consideration include acting FBI Director Andrew McCabe, Republican Senator John Cornyn of Texas, New York Appeals Court Judge Michael Garcia and former Assistant Attorney General ... (more...)
Trump Administration Cheers 'Herculean' Trade Breakthroughs With China
- May 15, 2017
The United States also signaled that it was eager to export more LNG (liquefied natural gas ), saying China could negotiate any type of contract, including long-term contracts, with USA suppliers. "So the American livestock industry is quite thrilled with that". "Negotiating market access for USA beef products into China has been a prolonged effort, and I will remain cautiously optimistic until I see the first shipment of American beef land in China ". (more...)
- May 15, 2017
The United States also signaled that it was eager to export more LNG (liquefied natural gas ), saying China could negotiate any type of contract, including long-term contracts, with USA suppliers. "So the American livestock industry is quite thrilled with that". "Negotiating market access for USA beef products into China has been a prolonged effort, and I will remain cautiously optimistic until I see the first shipment of American beef land in China ". (more...)
Trump Establishes Commission Investigating Voter Fraud
- May 15, 2017
Membership of the commission is still taking shape but so far already includes Indiana Secretary of State Connie Lawson, New Hampshire Secretary of State Bill Gardner, Maine Secretary of State Matthew Dunlap, former Ohio Secretary of State Ken Blackwell and the commissioner of the election assistance commission Christie McCormick. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
Membership of the commission is still taking shape but so far already includes Indiana Secretary of State Connie Lawson, New Hampshire Secretary of State Bill Gardner, Maine Secretary of State Matthew Dunlap, former Ohio Secretary of State Ken Blackwell and the commissioner of the election assistance commission Christie McCormick. (more...)
Coalition: Capture of IS-held town undermines militant group - Hawaii News Now
- May 15, 2017
A first consignment of weapons is already in place for delivery and could be dispatched to the YPG "very quickly", U.S. Colonel John Dorrian said May 10. Washington is eager to retake Raqqa, arguing that it is a haven for ISIS operatives to plan attacks on the West. He called on Turkey to let go of its "unjustified" fears of the group. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
A first consignment of weapons is already in place for delivery and could be dispatched to the YPG "very quickly", U.S. Colonel John Dorrian said May 10. Washington is eager to retake Raqqa, arguing that it is a haven for ISIS operatives to plan attacks on the West. He called on Turkey to let go of its "unjustified" fears of the group. (more...)
Bindi Irwin makes late father Steve proud
- May 15, 2017
Bindi Irwin put these rumors to rest once again in a new interview with E!'s " Daily Pop ", when the show's host asked Bindi directly about the "crazy rumors". "In this life and the next, they're a couple and a team". "It's a celebration of his life and his legacy", Bindi tells Us about carrying on her dad's work and raising money and awareness for Wildlife Warriors . (more...)
- May 15, 2017
Bindi Irwin put these rumors to rest once again in a new interview with E!'s " Daily Pop ", when the show's host asked Bindi directly about the "crazy rumors". "In this life and the next, they're a couple and a team". "It's a celebration of his life and his legacy", Bindi tells Us about carrying on her dad's work and raising money and awareness for Wildlife Warriors . (more...)
South Korean leader Moon discuss North Korea with China's Xi: Blue House
- May 15, 2017
Mr. Suh was instrumental in setting up two previous summits between the North and South. Now a regional governor, Mr. His appointment requires parliamentary approval. dollars. The agreement on deploying the THAAD system was reached between the US and South Korea in July 2016, and the first components of the system started to arrive in the country in early March. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
Mr. Suh was instrumental in setting up two previous summits between the North and South. Now a regional governor, Mr. His appointment requires parliamentary approval. dollars. The agreement on deploying the THAAD system was reached between the US and South Korea in July 2016, and the first components of the system started to arrive in the country in early March. (more...)
AAP Refutes Kapil Mishra's Allegations, Calls It A BJP Conspiracy
- May 15, 2017
Meanwhile, Raghav Chadha - who along with Satyendra Jain, Ashish Khetan, Sanjay Singh and Durgesh Pathak - has been accused by Mishra of travelling overseas on ill-gotten wealth, reacted to the allegations by saying: "I think Kapil Mishra is mentally unstable..." Addressing a press conference here, Mishra alleged that the AAP had over Rs 45 crore in its bank account during the financial year of 2013-2014 whereas the party in its declaration to the EC had showed an income of around Rs 9 crore. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
Meanwhile, Raghav Chadha - who along with Satyendra Jain, Ashish Khetan, Sanjay Singh and Durgesh Pathak - has been accused by Mishra of travelling overseas on ill-gotten wealth, reacted to the allegations by saying: "I think Kapil Mishra is mentally unstable..." Addressing a press conference here, Mishra alleged that the AAP had over Rs 45 crore in its bank account during the financial year of 2013-2014 whereas the party in its declaration to the EC had showed an income of around Rs 9 crore. (more...)
Trump urges Senate GOP not to let Americans down
- May 15, 2017
Some Republican lawmakers have expressed concerns the House-approved proposal would leave millions without insurance, while Democrats are uniformly opposed to overturning the statute and hope to stymie efforts to change the law, which national polls show has grown in popularity. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
Some Republican lawmakers have expressed concerns the House-approved proposal would leave millions without insurance, while Democrats are uniformly opposed to overturning the statute and hope to stymie efforts to change the law, which national polls show has grown in popularity. (more...)
US Senate Democrats may refuse to vote on Trump FBI pick: Schumer
- May 15, 2017
Virginia Sen. Mark Warner, the top Democrat on the Senate intelligence committee, proposed the idea after President Donald Trump fired FBI Director James Comey last week. After all, since July, the feds' have been investigating Russia's interference in the 2016 presidential election. He didn't tell the truth about meeting with the Russians, so he recused himself. (more...)
- May 15, 2017
Virginia Sen. Mark Warner, the top Democrat on the Senate intelligence committee, proposed the idea after President Donald Trump fired FBI Director James Comey last week. After all, since July, the feds' have been investigating Russia's interference in the 2016 presidential election. He didn't tell the truth about meeting with the Russians, so he recused himself. (more...)
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