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Coastguard finds wreckage of private plane that vanished over Bermuda Triangle
- May 18, 2017
The Coast Guard searched between Florida and the Bahamas for the plane yesterday but did not find it. Kelly said rescue crews would continue their search for survivors through the night and into Wednesday, noting that water temperature, weather and ocean conditions were "favorable for survivability". (more...)
- May 18, 2017
The Coast Guard searched between Florida and the Bahamas for the plane yesterday but did not find it. Kelly said rescue crews would continue their search for survivors through the night and into Wednesday, noting that water temperature, weather and ocean conditions were "favorable for survivability". (more...)
North Korea missile tests: USA warns against supporting Pyongyang
- May 18, 2017
North Korea has made no secret of the fact that it is working to develop a nuclear-tipped missile capable of striking the USA mainland and has ignored calls to rein in its nuclear and missile programs, even from China, its lone major ally. North Korea conducted two nuclear tests a year ago, which are likely to have improved its know-how in making nuclear weapons small enough to fit on long-range missiles. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
North Korea has made no secret of the fact that it is working to develop a nuclear-tipped missile capable of striking the USA mainland and has ignored calls to rein in its nuclear and missile programs, even from China, its lone major ally. North Korea conducted two nuclear tests a year ago, which are likely to have improved its know-how in making nuclear weapons small enough to fit on long-range missiles. (more...)
CBI to vet AAP's sacked minister's graft charges against Kejri
- May 18, 2017
Mishra claimed he was an associate of Delhi minister Satyendra Jain, whom the legislator has accused of handing Rs 2 crore in cash to chief minister Arvind Kejriwal. The Delhi chief minister has not yet reacted to the allegations, but his Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has strongly defended him and rubbished the allegations of Mishra. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Mishra claimed he was an associate of Delhi minister Satyendra Jain, whom the legislator has accused of handing Rs 2 crore in cash to chief minister Arvind Kejriwal. The Delhi chief minister has not yet reacted to the allegations, but his Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has strongly defended him and rubbished the allegations of Mishra. (more...)
Germany's Lidl to price groceries up to 50 percent below US rivals
- May 18, 2017
At a May 16 event in NY introducing the array of private label products it will offer at its American stores, Lidl revealed that its first locations in the country - the German discount retailer's 28th - would make their debut on June 15 . (more...)
- May 18, 2017
At a May 16 event in NY introducing the array of private label products it will offer at its American stores, Lidl revealed that its first locations in the country - the German discount retailer's 28th - would make their debut on June 15 . (more...)
Marshall law enforcement memorial ceremony
- May 18, 2017
Also, George S. Frame from the now defunct Bassett Police Department was honored, as was John J. Johnston from the defunct Fieldale Police Department. The Elgin Police Department is the "older brother of the police family", said Sgt. Dino Heckermann of the Streamwood Police Department. Elgin's department, he said, is the the kind of big brother that encourages his younger siblings and sets the right example. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Also, George S. Frame from the now defunct Bassett Police Department was honored, as was John J. Johnston from the defunct Fieldale Police Department. The Elgin Police Department is the "older brother of the police family", said Sgt. Dino Heckermann of the Streamwood Police Department. Elgin's department, he said, is the the kind of big brother that encourages his younger siblings and sets the right example. (more...)
Mexico president vows to protect journalists
- May 18, 2017
He is at least the sixth journalist murdered in Mexico since early March, an unusually high number even for one of the world's deadliest countries for media professionals. According to the Committee to Protect Journalists, seven reporters have been killed in Mexico in 2017, and more than 100 since 2000. She called on the government to "give a real sign they are interested in guaranteeing journalism in the country". (more...)
- May 18, 2017
He is at least the sixth journalist murdered in Mexico since early March, an unusually high number even for one of the world's deadliest countries for media professionals. According to the Committee to Protect Journalists, seven reporters have been killed in Mexico in 2017, and more than 100 since 2000. She called on the government to "give a real sign they are interested in guaranteeing journalism in the country". (more...)
Kidnapped Nigerian girls freed from Boko Haram
- May 18, 2017
The 82 schoolgirls were handed over to the Nigerian government on Saturday following a prisoner exchange for Boko Haram commanders. Mr Buhari, 74, returned from the United Kingdom in March after seven weeks of sick leave. Family members said they were awaiting names and other information before celebrating. Although the Chibok girls are the most high-profile case, Boko Haram has kidnapped thousands of adults and children, many of whose cases have been neglected. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
The 82 schoolgirls were handed over to the Nigerian government on Saturday following a prisoner exchange for Boko Haram commanders. Mr Buhari, 74, returned from the United Kingdom in March after seven weeks of sick leave. Family members said they were awaiting names and other information before celebrating. Although the Chibok girls are the most high-profile case, Boko Haram has kidnapped thousands of adults and children, many of whose cases have been neglected. (more...)
Chelsea Manning released after 7 years in military prison
- May 18, 2017
She served almost seven years of her 35-year sentence at the military prison in Fort Leavenworth , Kansas . Manning - known then as Bradley Manning - was sentenced to 35 years in prison on 20 counts, including violations of the Espionage Act. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
She served almost seven years of her 35-year sentence at the military prison in Fort Leavenworth , Kansas . Manning - known then as Bradley Manning - was sentenced to 35 years in prison on 20 counts, including violations of the Espionage Act. (more...)
PA Envoy: 'I Promise There Will Be a Palestinian State'
- May 18, 2017
Four months after US President Donald Trump took office and one week before his visit to Israel, Israeli officials are calling on him to fulfill a promise made during his presidential campaign to acknowledge Jerusalem as the Israeli capital and move the US embassy to it. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Four months after US President Donald Trump took office and one week before his visit to Israel, Israeli officials are calling on him to fulfill a promise made during his presidential campaign to acknowledge Jerusalem as the Israeli capital and move the US embassy to it. (more...)
Mike Smyth: B.C.'s voters have spoken. Now what?
- May 18, 2017
Neither can form government without Green support. There will be at least one recount after the NDP won in Courtenay-Comox but just nine votes. If there are sufficient absentee votes to change the outcome in either Courtenay/Comox or Maple Ridge/Mission, the Liberals could obtain the 44 seats necessary for a majority. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Neither can form government without Green support. There will be at least one recount after the NDP won in Courtenay-Comox but just nine votes. If there are sufficient absentee votes to change the outcome in either Courtenay/Comox or Maple Ridge/Mission, the Liberals could obtain the 44 seats necessary for a majority. (more...)
Iran votes in head-to-head between diplomacy and resistance
- May 18, 2017
Trump and America have figured prominently in Iran's presidential election campaigning with hardliners on the Principilist wing of Iranian politics claiming the legacy of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran, who used to argue, "All our troubles are caused by this America". (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Trump and America have figured prominently in Iran's presidential election campaigning with hardliners on the Principilist wing of Iranian politics claiming the legacy of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran, who used to argue, "All our troubles are caused by this America". (more...)
Trump's travel ban back before 9th Circuit this morning
- May 18, 2017
The court is weighing Trump's appeal of a March decision that put a nationwide hold on his executive order barring US entry by, or visas for, nationals of Iran, Syria, Sudan, Libya, Somalia and Yemen for 90 days and blocking all refugees for 120 days. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
The court is weighing Trump's appeal of a March decision that put a nationwide hold on his executive order barring US entry by, or visas for, nationals of Iran, Syria, Sudan, Libya, Somalia and Yemen for 90 days and blocking all refugees for 120 days. (more...)
New era in BC politics
- May 18, 2017
Party leader Andrew Weaver was re-elected in his Oak Bay-Gordon Head riding with more than half the votes, which led to a loud celebration at party headquarters in Victoria. However, it's also a dominant Liberal riding - the last time the NDP claimed the territory was back in 1996. The NDP has tried to make Christy Clark's leadership as premier the central issue of the campaign, with party leader John Horgan accusing her of being out of touch with average people over issues like the cost ... (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Party leader Andrew Weaver was re-elected in his Oak Bay-Gordon Head riding with more than half the votes, which led to a loud celebration at party headquarters in Victoria. However, it's also a dominant Liberal riding - the last time the NDP claimed the territory was back in 1996. The NDP has tried to make Christy Clark's leadership as premier the central issue of the campaign, with party leader John Horgan accusing her of being out of touch with average people over issues like the cost ... (more...)
The Handmaid's Tale Scores UK Slot
- May 18, 2017
We're not sure what changed, but Channel 4 is a great fit for the uncompromising series that also stars Alexis Bledel, Yvonne Strahovski, and Joseph Fiennes. "I'm delighted that Channel 4 viewers will get to see this critically-acclaimed take on a classic novel". At present, no air date has been confirmed, but we'll bring you news on that as soon as it arrives. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
We're not sure what changed, but Channel 4 is a great fit for the uncompromising series that also stars Alexis Bledel, Yvonne Strahovski, and Joseph Fiennes. "I'm delighted that Channel 4 viewers will get to see this critically-acclaimed take on a classic novel". At present, no air date has been confirmed, but we'll bring you news on that as soon as it arrives. (more...)
Theresa May says not taking local election triumph for granted
- May 18, 2017
He added: "Unfortunately, people are voting Labour and Conservative because they think Brexit is finished. but Brexit is nowhere near finished". Even more importantly, every recent survey has given the Conservatives a lower lead than the 21-point gap they enjoyed when Theresa May announced the snap election last month, suggesting support may have peaked. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
He added: "Unfortunately, people are voting Labour and Conservative because they think Brexit is finished. but Brexit is nowhere near finished". Even more importantly, every recent survey has given the Conservatives a lower lead than the 21-point gap they enjoyed when Theresa May announced the snap election last month, suggesting support may have peaked. (more...)
White House was warned that sacked Michael Flynn was a blackmail risk
- May 18, 2017
President Barack Obama personally warned Donald Trump against hiring Michael Flynn to serve as his national security adviser, three former Obama administration officials said Monday, underscoring the depths of the outgoing White House's concern about the man Trump would ultimately fire. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
President Barack Obama personally warned Donald Trump against hiring Michael Flynn to serve as his national security adviser, three former Obama administration officials said Monday, underscoring the depths of the outgoing White House's concern about the man Trump would ultimately fire. (more...)
Trump removes tweet saying it was 'honor' to host Abbas
- May 18, 2017
Mr Abbas said that "what is needed is to bring the two parties together" and that he was ready to meet Mr Netanyahu. Trump struck an optimistic note Wednesday, saying he believes an Israeli-Palestinian deal can be reached. According to a Palestinian news agency the Palestinian delegation saw great importance in the White House meeting, both in terms of stabilizing Abbas's status as president and as the representative of the Palestinian people vis-à-vis the worldwide community. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Mr Abbas said that "what is needed is to bring the two parties together" and that he was ready to meet Mr Netanyahu. Trump struck an optimistic note Wednesday, saying he believes an Israeli-Palestinian deal can be reached. According to a Palestinian news agency the Palestinian delegation saw great importance in the White House meeting, both in terms of stabilizing Abbas's status as president and as the representative of the Palestinian people vis-à-vis the worldwide community. (more...)
Joe Lieberman among candidates to be interviewed to head Federal Bureau of Investigation
- May 18, 2017
Market Pulse Stories are Rapid-fire, short news bursts on stocks and markets as they move. Frank Keating stops to answers questions from members of the media as he leaves the West Wing of the White House in Washington , Wednesday, May 17, 2017 . (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Market Pulse Stories are Rapid-fire, short news bursts on stocks and markets as they move. Frank Keating stops to answers questions from members of the media as he leaves the West Wing of the White House in Washington , Wednesday, May 17, 2017 . (more...)
The Upcoming Meeting Between Trump And Erdo an Will Probably Be Tense
- May 18, 2017
The commander, identified by AP as Abdelqader, did not specify dates at a news conference announcing the plans, citing tactical concerns. On May 9, it became known that the administration of the US President Donald Trump has authorized the provision of heavy weapons to Syrian Kurdish militias to drive ISIS terrorists from the city of Raqqa. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
The commander, identified by AP as Abdelqader, did not specify dates at a news conference announcing the plans, citing tactical concerns. On May 9, it became known that the administration of the US President Donald Trump has authorized the provision of heavy weapons to Syrian Kurdish militias to drive ISIS terrorists from the city of Raqqa. (more...)
French president pushes Paris Olympic bid, forms government
- May 18, 2017
The Olympic bid exam board went on to visit all of the proposed 2024 sites in and around Paris , like the home of the French Open Roland Garros but also the non-sporting sites like the Champs-de-Mars, the central Paris park which will stage beach volleyball should Paris and not Los Angeles win the IOC vote in Lima in September. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
The Olympic bid exam board went on to visit all of the proposed 2024 sites in and around Paris , like the home of the French Open Roland Garros but also the non-sporting sites like the Champs-de-Mars, the central Paris park which will stage beach volleyball should Paris and not Los Angeles win the IOC vote in Lima in September. (more...)
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