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Judges grill lawyer defending Trump's travel ban
- May 17, 2017
Trump's attempted travel bans have caused the number of refugees coming into the U.S.to plummet in the last two months, despite his executive orders largely being blocked in the courts. Attorney Neal Katyal argued on behalf of Hawaii. "If you rule for us, you leave intact the president's powers, including every decision every president has made in our lifetimes, and you preserve a status quo that has existed for decades", Katyal said. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Trump's attempted travel bans have caused the number of refugees coming into the U.S.to plummet in the last two months, despite his executive orders largely being blocked in the courts. Attorney Neal Katyal argued on behalf of Hawaii. "If you rule for us, you leave intact the president's powers, including every decision every president has made in our lifetimes, and you preserve a status quo that has existed for decades", Katyal said. (more...)
Netanyahu first reaction: Abbas lied to Trump
- May 17, 2017
It will be Trump and Abbas' first face-to-face discussion. He did encourage Mr. Abbas to do more to discourage Palestinian incitement against Israelis. Abbas did not explain his apparent shift in position. Welcoming Trump's role as a mediator in peace negotiations, the Palestinian leader said he looks forward to work with him in order to revive the stalled Israel- Palestine peace process. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
It will be Trump and Abbas' first face-to-face discussion. He did encourage Mr. Abbas to do more to discourage Palestinian incitement against Israelis. Abbas did not explain his apparent shift in position. Welcoming Trump's role as a mediator in peace negotiations, the Palestinian leader said he looks forward to work with him in order to revive the stalled Israel- Palestine peace process. (more...)
School budgets, boards, propositions up for vote Tuesday
- May 17, 2017
In Pembroke , a budget of 22-million dollars goes before voters, a two percent increase in the tax levy. Barbara Bowman, a certified alcohol and substance abuse counselor who has seven grandchildren in the City Schools, said she was motivated to see them and their classmates reach their full potential. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
In Pembroke , a budget of 22-million dollars goes before voters, a two percent increase in the tax levy. Barbara Bowman, a certified alcohol and substance abuse counselor who has seven grandchildren in the City Schools, said she was motivated to see them and their classmates reach their full potential. (more...)
A&Es 'fully open' again — NHS cyber attack
- May 17, 2017
It is understood the number of systems affected at each of the Scottish health boards fell into single figures - bar NHS Lanarkshire where more machines were affected. Asked where Hunt was, Labour's shadow health secretary Jon Ashworth told Good Morning Britain: "I've got no idea". Q: Who's being targeted? Microsoft released a security update in March to protect against WannaCrypt but Windows XP was excluded from the patch . (more...)
- May 17, 2017
It is understood the number of systems affected at each of the Scottish health boards fell into single figures - bar NHS Lanarkshire where more machines were affected. Asked where Hunt was, Labour's shadow health secretary Jon Ashworth told Good Morning Britain: "I've got no idea". Q: Who's being targeted? Microsoft released a security update in March to protect against WannaCrypt but Windows XP was excluded from the patch . (more...)
I Have the 'Absolute Right' to Share Info With Russia
- May 17, 2017
Controversy over Russian Federation has also laid bare sharp divisions between the White House and USA intelligence agencies, which concluded in January that Russian Federation had tried to influence the election in Trump's favour. meeting) which I have the absolute right to do, facts pertaining to terrorism and airline flight safety", Trump said on Twitter. Trump added a line in his tweet suggesting why he did it: "Humanitarian reasons, plus I want Russian Federation to greatly step up ... (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Controversy over Russian Federation has also laid bare sharp divisions between the White House and USA intelligence agencies, which concluded in January that Russian Federation had tried to influence the election in Trump's favour. meeting) which I have the absolute right to do, facts pertaining to terrorism and airline flight safety", Trump said on Twitter. Trump added a line in his tweet suggesting why he did it: "Humanitarian reasons, plus I want Russian Federation to greatly step up ... (more...)
President Trump Considers Canceling Press Briefings
- May 17, 2017
In the tweet, Trump also warned Comey about leaking to the press: "James Comey better hope that there are no "tapes" of our conversations before he starts leaking to the press!" "As a very active President with lots of things happening, it is not possible for my surrogates to stand at podium with ideal accuracy!" Two top Democrats are demanding that the White House turn over any recordings of conversations between President Donald Trump and former FBI Director James Comey. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
In the tweet, Trump also warned Comey about leaking to the press: "James Comey better hope that there are no "tapes" of our conversations before he starts leaking to the press!" "As a very active President with lots of things happening, it is not possible for my surrogates to stand at podium with ideal accuracy!" Two top Democrats are demanding that the White House turn over any recordings of conversations between President Donald Trump and former FBI Director James Comey. (more...)
Iraq forces say they recaptured over 90% of Mosul
- May 17, 2017
The Iraqi forces are now battling to take control of the Old City neighborhood in western Mosul . The area's narrow streets and closely-spaced buildings make it hard for Iraq's federal forces to take on the extremists, requiring them to fight on foot instead of from vehicles as they have previously done. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
The Iraqi forces are now battling to take control of the Old City neighborhood in western Mosul . The area's narrow streets and closely-spaced buildings make it hard for Iraq's federal forces to take on the extremists, requiring them to fight on foot instead of from vehicles as they have previously done. (more...)
Federal Bureau of Investigation chief sacking: 'Four to be interviewed' to replace Comey
- May 17, 2017
That could be a way for Comey to protect himself and make sure what he says is accurately reflected considering it seems pretty obvious any testimony from a closed hearing would be quickly leaked to the press. "If there are no tapes, he should apologize to Jim Comey and the American people for misleading them", he added, suggesting that senior Democratic senators might attempt to refuse to confirm a new F.B.I. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
That could be a way for Comey to protect himself and make sure what he says is accurately reflected considering it seems pretty obvious any testimony from a closed hearing would be quickly leaked to the press. "If there are no tapes, he should apologize to Jim Comey and the American people for misleading them", he added, suggesting that senior Democratic senators might attempt to refuse to confirm a new F.B.I. (more...)
1 killed, several wounded by army mutiny in Ivory Coast
- May 17, 2017
An Abidjan resident said mutineers came out of the west African nation's largest military camp and erected barricades early on Monday, blocking traffic along one of the main thoroughfares in the east of the city. Many businesses and schools have closed operations in Abidjan for fear of worsening unrest, and APBEF, Ivory Coast's banking association, has chose to shutter all banks. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
An Abidjan resident said mutineers came out of the west African nation's largest military camp and erected barricades early on Monday, blocking traffic along one of the main thoroughfares in the east of the city. Many businesses and schools have closed operations in Abidjan for fear of worsening unrest, and APBEF, Ivory Coast's banking association, has chose to shutter all banks. (more...)
ObamaCare Architect: GOP Health Care Bill is Inadequately Funded
- May 17, 2017
Making this such a crucial debate for the GOP is the fact that 20 Republican senators hail from states that expanded Medicaid, meaning the House version of the bill would significantly hamper the healthcare now available in those areas. "However, I don't anticipate that the Senate will pass the same bill", said Dr. Ghaly. President Donald Trump, House Speaker Paul Ryan and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell could have agreed, he said, to have lawmakers hold committee meetings across the ... (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Making this such a crucial debate for the GOP is the fact that 20 Republican senators hail from states that expanded Medicaid, meaning the House version of the bill would significantly hamper the healthcare now available in those areas. "However, I don't anticipate that the Senate will pass the same bill", said Dr. Ghaly. President Donald Trump, House Speaker Paul Ryan and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell could have agreed, he said, to have lawmakers hold committee meetings across the ... (more...)
Putin says Russia sees no need to arm Syrian Kurds
- May 17, 2017
Putin said . After speaking at the summit in the morning on Sunday, Putin headed to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping at his residence. Putin was referring to a weekend blog post by Microsoft president Brad Smith stating that the US National Security Agency had developed the code being used in the attack. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Putin said . After speaking at the summit in the morning on Sunday, Putin headed to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping at his residence. Putin was referring to a weekend blog post by Microsoft president Brad Smith stating that the US National Security Agency had developed the code being used in the attack. (more...)
THAAD radar detected N. Korea's missile launch: defense chief
- May 17, 2017
The remarks by Han suggested that the South Korean and USA militaries closely shared data on the operation of the THAAD in South Korea. The fact that North Korea can target Japan and South Korea and very soon the US mainland has invoked the specter of "decoupling", as my colleague Ankit Panda argued in a piece earlier this month. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
The remarks by Han suggested that the South Korean and USA militaries closely shared data on the operation of the THAAD in South Korea. The fact that North Korea can target Japan and South Korea and very soon the US mainland has invoked the specter of "decoupling", as my colleague Ankit Panda argued in a piece earlier this month. (more...)
Trump pledges to move quickly to name new Federal Bureau of Investigation director
- May 17, 2017
The remainder said they did not know enough to have an opinion. Trump addressed questions over the timing in his interview with Pirro, arguing that there was "no right time " to fire Comey. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer said Mr Trump must immediately provide Congress with any tapes and warned that destroying existing tapes would violate the law. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
The remainder said they did not know enough to have an opinion. Trump addressed questions over the timing in his interview with Pirro, arguing that there was "no right time " to fire Comey. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer said Mr Trump must immediately provide Congress with any tapes and warned that destroying existing tapes would violate the law. (more...)
EVM row: AAP workers protest outside EC office
- May 17, 2017
AAP suggested that all the political parties, technical experts and students of institutes like Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) should be called in hackathon to prove that EVMs can be hacked. The second question is whether the EVMs were tampered in the recent Assembly elections. The AAP's attempt to whip up the issue comes at a time the party is in the eye of a political storm over its sacked minister Kapil Mishra's allegations of corruption against Kejriwal and minister Satyendar Jain. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
AAP suggested that all the political parties, technical experts and students of institutes like Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) should be called in hackathon to prove that EVMs can be hacked. The second question is whether the EVMs were tampered in the recent Assembly elections. The AAP's attempt to whip up the issue comes at a time the party is in the eye of a political storm over its sacked minister Kapil Mishra's allegations of corruption against Kejriwal and minister Satyendar Jain. (more...)
Texas Bill to Ban 'Sanctuary Cities' Heads to Governor's Desk
- May 17, 2017
Constitution. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has granted the bill "priority" status in the Senate, paving the way for faster route through the Legislature. In spite of dissenting voices, Texas Governor Greg Abbott is expected to sign the bill, according to the Los Angeles Times . The bill also applies to public colleges. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Constitution. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has granted the bill "priority" status in the Senate, paving the way for faster route through the Legislature. In spite of dissenting voices, Texas Governor Greg Abbott is expected to sign the bill, according to the Los Angeles Times . The bill also applies to public colleges. (more...)
Trump says he had 'absolute right' to share info with Russian Federation
- May 17, 2017
Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia told CNN he was "deeply" troubled by Trump's sharing of the information. President Donald Trump is using Twitter to defend his sharing of information with the Russians. On the 117th day of the Donald Trump presidency, a stunning report claims the president may have revealed highly classified information to Russian Federation. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia told CNN he was "deeply" troubled by Trump's sharing of the information. President Donald Trump is using Twitter to defend his sharing of information with the Russians. On the 117th day of the Donald Trump presidency, a stunning report claims the president may have revealed highly classified information to Russian Federation. (more...)
Warner: Trump firing Comey has 'appearance' of quashing FBI's Russian Federation probe
- May 17, 2017
When asked if he meant if those institutions were "under assault" internally by the president himself, Clapper said "exactly" and added that he believed Trump was undermining the checks and balances inherent to the USA political system. Trump tweeted Friday that "James Comey better hope that there are no "tapes" of our conversations before he starts leaking to the press!" Warner said he would "absolutely" want the Senate to subpoena the White House to produce any recordings made by the ... (more...)
- May 17, 2017
When asked if he meant if those institutions were "under assault" internally by the president himself, Clapper said "exactly" and added that he believed Trump was undermining the checks and balances inherent to the USA political system. Trump tweeted Friday that "James Comey better hope that there are no "tapes" of our conversations before he starts leaking to the press!" Warner said he would "absolutely" want the Senate to subpoena the White House to produce any recordings made by the ... (more...)
Pentagon says IS in Afghanistan leader killed in April raid
- May 16, 2017
Forces - Afghanistan , also resulted in the deaths of several other high ranking ISIS-K leaders and 35 ISIS-K fighters", according to the U.S. military headquarters in Kabul. Hasib's predecessor, Hafiz Saeed Khan, was killed in July in a US airstrike; he had been reported dead a few times before the USA military confirmed it in August. (more...)
- May 16, 2017
Forces - Afghanistan , also resulted in the deaths of several other high ranking ISIS-K leaders and 35 ISIS-K fighters", according to the U.S. military headquarters in Kabul. Hasib's predecessor, Hafiz Saeed Khan, was killed in July in a US airstrike; he had been reported dead a few times before the USA military confirmed it in August. (more...)
UN Ready to Impose Further Sanctions on North Korea
- May 17, 2017
The statement also condemned an earlier ballistic missile launch by Pyongyang on April 28 - following that launch, Washington began talks with China on possible new United Nations sanctions. State media paraphrased North Korea's leader as saying that "the most flawless weapon systems in the world will never become the eternal exclusive property of the US", warning that "the USA should not. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
The statement also condemned an earlier ballistic missile launch by Pyongyang on April 28 - following that launch, Washington began talks with China on possible new United Nations sanctions. State media paraphrased North Korea's leader as saying that "the most flawless weapon systems in the world will never become the eternal exclusive property of the US", warning that "the USA should not. (more...)
China and ITC announce partnership to support Belt and Road initiative
- May 16, 2017
Chinese President Xi Jinping announced yesterday that there will be a second Belt and Road Forum in 2019. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying said in her daily press briefing: "China has welcomed the participation of India in the Belt and Road project". (more...)
- May 16, 2017
Chinese President Xi Jinping announced yesterday that there will be a second Belt and Road Forum in 2019. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying said in her daily press briefing: "China has welcomed the participation of India in the Belt and Road project". (more...)
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