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Xi, new South Korean leader talk nuclear
- May 18, 2017
Despite keeping its options open, the Trump administration has said time and again there would not be any sort of negotiations with North Korea unless it agreed to a list of preset conditions. Trump raised questions in the South about his understanding and commitment to the two countries' alliance when he said in a Reuters interview that he would like Seoul to pay for the missile defence system, which he said cost $1 billion. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Despite keeping its options open, the Trump administration has said time and again there would not be any sort of negotiations with North Korea unless it agreed to a list of preset conditions. Trump raised questions in the South about his understanding and commitment to the two countries' alliance when he said in a Reuters interview that he would like Seoul to pay for the missile defence system, which he said cost $1 billion. (more...)
Iran Elections: Conservative Candidate and Tehran Mayor Ghalibaf Withdraws from Race
- May 18, 2017
Seeking a second term, pragmatist President Hassan Rouhani, 68, remains the narrow favorite, but hardline rivals have hammered him over his failure to boost an economy weakened by decades of sanctions. At a campaign appearance in the northwestern city of Zanjan yesterday, Rouhani also upbraided the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Iran's elite and most powerful military and security force, suggesting it was drumming up support for Raisi even though he did not directly name the group. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Seeking a second term, pragmatist President Hassan Rouhani, 68, remains the narrow favorite, but hardline rivals have hammered him over his failure to boost an economy weakened by decades of sanctions. At a campaign appearance in the northwestern city of Zanjan yesterday, Rouhani also upbraided the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Iran's elite and most powerful military and security force, suggesting it was drumming up support for Raisi even though he did not directly name the group. (more...)
Israel 'Furious' Over Trump's Intelligence Gaffe With Russians
- May 18, 2017
No politician in history. has been treated worse or more unfairly. "For every use you want to make use of this information, firstly you have to ask my permission and second you have to take in consideration the sensitivity of the source". (more...)
- May 18, 2017
No politician in history. has been treated worse or more unfairly. "For every use you want to make use of this information, firstly you have to ask my permission and second you have to take in consideration the sensitivity of the source". (more...)
Rachel Lindsay's 'Bachelorette' Suitors Turn on the Waterworks in New Promo
- May 18, 2017
The Bachelorette Rachel Lindsay is engaged - who is the lucky guy who won the Dallas attorney's final rose? But whom will she be dating? She continues, "I'm gonna bottle that all into one", she added. Josiah, 28, a prosecuting attorney from Ft. Mohit, 26, a product manager from Pacifica, Calif. Wet Paint reports that Unglert works as a tech recruiter for a startup company and now lives in Los Angeles. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
The Bachelorette Rachel Lindsay is engaged - who is the lucky guy who won the Dallas attorney's final rose? But whom will she be dating? She continues, "I'm gonna bottle that all into one", she added. Josiah, 28, a prosecuting attorney from Ft. Mohit, 26, a product manager from Pacifica, Calif. Wet Paint reports that Unglert works as a tech recruiter for a startup company and now lives in Los Angeles. (more...)
North Korea Missile Program Advancing Faster Than Expected, South's Defense Minister Says
- May 18, 2017
Despite that, President Trump already expressed his intent to keep the relationship between the USA and North Korea "diplomatic" to prevent the latter from using nuclear missiles. A 5,000km missile could hit the US state of Alaska. The missile flew 787km, reaching a maximum altitude of 2,111.5km, Korean Central News Agency said. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Despite that, President Trump already expressed his intent to keep the relationship between the USA and North Korea "diplomatic" to prevent the latter from using nuclear missiles. A 5,000km missile could hit the US state of Alaska. The missile flew 787km, reaching a maximum altitude of 2,111.5km, Korean Central News Agency said. (more...)
Don't forget to thank our law enforcement
- May 18, 2017
Vermont leaders recognize National Peace Officers Memorial Day by honoring the state's fallen officers. Memphis Police Department was also represented in Washington D.C. In the 45-year history of the Hendersonville Police Department, four officers have died while on the job. "We are forever in their debt and always grateful to them". (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Vermont leaders recognize National Peace Officers Memorial Day by honoring the state's fallen officers. Memphis Police Department was also represented in Washington D.C. In the 45-year history of the Hendersonville Police Department, four officers have died while on the job. "We are forever in their debt and always grateful to them". (more...)
Ford plans to cut 10pc United States workforce
- May 18, 2017
But Ford said it hasn't announced any job cuts and won't comment on speculation. Ford's profits dropped by 35 percent in the first quarter of 2017 as a result of rising costs, pricey recalls and a drop in fleet sales. "We are continuing our intense concentration on cost and the factor for that is not just conscious of the current environment that we remain in, but also I believe preparing us a lot more for a slump scenario", CEO Mark Fields told experts. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
But Ford said it hasn't announced any job cuts and won't comment on speculation. Ford's profits dropped by 35 percent in the first quarter of 2017 as a result of rising costs, pricey recalls and a drop in fleet sales. "We are continuing our intense concentration on cost and the factor for that is not just conscious of the current environment that we remain in, but also I believe preparing us a lot more for a slump scenario", CEO Mark Fields told experts. (more...)
USA sticking by Iran nuclear deal is good news for Rouhani
- May 18, 2017
The Iranian officials sanctioned on Wednesday are Morteza Farasatpour and Rahim Ahmadi. "As we continue to closely scrutinise Iran's commitment to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and develop a comprehensive Iran policy, we will continue to hold Iran accountable for its human rights abuses with new actions", Stuart Jones , the Acting Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs Ambassador, said yesterday. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
The Iranian officials sanctioned on Wednesday are Morteza Farasatpour and Rahim Ahmadi. "As we continue to closely scrutinise Iran's commitment to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and develop a comprehensive Iran policy, we will continue to hold Iran accountable for its human rights abuses with new actions", Stuart Jones , the Acting Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs Ambassador, said yesterday. (more...)
Macron's French 'revolution' faces first test
- May 18, 2017
Despite losing to Mr Macron - securing just around 33.9 per cent of the vote compared with his 66.1 per cent - Ms Le Pen did almost twice as well as her father did when he reached the second round of the election in 2002, though she fell short of the 40 per cent party officials had said would be a success. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Despite losing to Mr Macron - securing just around 33.9 per cent of the vote compared with his 66.1 per cent - Ms Le Pen did almost twice as well as her father did when he reached the second round of the election in 2002, though she fell short of the 40 per cent party officials had said would be a success. (more...)
May dodges questions on Hammond's future after reports of tensions
- May 18, 2017
May also emphasized the length of their working relationship. "As Philip says, we have worked together for many years", she said. Mr Hammond described the claims as "tittle tattle" and insisted he worked closely with the PM. "I wasn't referring to any particular conversation, but I do occasionally swear". "That's an age-related comment, rather than anything else, just in case you try and read anything into that". (more...)
- May 18, 2017
May also emphasized the length of their working relationship. "As Philip says, we have worked together for many years", she said. Mr Hammond described the claims as "tittle tattle" and insisted he worked closely with the PM. "I wasn't referring to any particular conversation, but I do occasionally swear". "That's an age-related comment, rather than anything else, just in case you try and read anything into that". (more...)
Trump on Russian Federation allegations: 'There is no collusion'
- May 18, 2017
His offer added a weird twist to the furor over Trump's intelligence disclosures. Comey, who was known to keep a paper trail of sensitive meetings, chronicled the president's request in a memo he produced soon after the conversation, according to a Comey associate who reviewed the document and spoke to AP on condition of anonymity. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
His offer added a weird twist to the furor over Trump's intelligence disclosures. Comey, who was known to keep a paper trail of sensitive meetings, chronicled the president's request in a memo he produced soon after the conversation, according to a Comey associate who reviewed the document and spoke to AP on condition of anonymity. (more...)
Oil gains before U.S. supply data as producers back longer cuts
- May 18, 2017
This represents a 15 per cent decline from the $509 billion earned in 2015, mainly as a result of the fall in average oil prices during the year, and to a lesser extent to decreases in the level of OPEC net oil exports. Its exception was down to Iran's oil sector recovering from a period worldwide sanctions as it pushed back toward a level of about 4 million barrels a-day (b/d). (more...)
- May 18, 2017
This represents a 15 per cent decline from the $509 billion earned in 2015, mainly as a result of the fall in average oil prices during the year, and to a lesser extent to decreases in the level of OPEC net oil exports. Its exception was down to Iran's oil sector recovering from a period worldwide sanctions as it pushed back toward a level of about 4 million barrels a-day (b/d). (more...)
French president meeting EU chief, to reveal minister picks
- May 18, 2017
Mr Macron said he would go to Lausanne, Switzerland, for a key IOC meeting in July and he may go to Lima, Peru, in September, where the committee makes its final decision. A minister for agriculture under ex-president Nicolas Sarkozy, Le Maire made a failed bid for the Republicans presidential nomination previous year when he finished a disappointing fifth. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Mr Macron said he would go to Lausanne, Switzerland, for a key IOC meeting in July and he may go to Lima, Peru, in September, where the committee makes its final decision. A minister for agriculture under ex-president Nicolas Sarkozy, Le Maire made a failed bid for the Republicans presidential nomination previous year when he finished a disappointing fifth. (more...)
Why Republicans Should Join The Democrats Calling For Impeachment
- May 18, 2017
The House Oversight Committee has already sought a copy of Comey's memo, Ryan noted. "Look at the way I've been treated lately, especially by the media", the US President told cadets graduating from the US Coast Guard Academy in New London, Connecticut. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
The House Oversight Committee has already sought a copy of Comey's memo, Ryan noted. "Look at the way I've been treated lately, especially by the media", the US President told cadets graduating from the US Coast Guard Academy in New London, Connecticut. (more...)
Xi elaborates on inspiration behind Belt and Road Initiative
- May 18, 2017
Heads of state and government and officials of worldwide organisations arrived at the Beijing Yanqi Lake global Convention Centre, the main venue of the Belt and Road Forum for worldwide Cooperation, to attend the Leaders' Round-table Summit. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Heads of state and government and officials of worldwide organisations arrived at the Beijing Yanqi Lake global Convention Centre, the main venue of the Belt and Road Forum for worldwide Cooperation, to attend the Leaders' Round-table Summit. (more...)
Indian Army gets its first howitzers after almost 30 years
- May 18, 2017
File image of the M-777. Since M-777 can be carried by Chinook helicopters - which too India is buying from the United States of America - they can be quickly moved to areas close to the border. While the first 25 guns are to be imported in the next two years, the rest would be assembled at a factory at Faridabad, which is set up by Mahindra in partnership with the BAE System. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
File image of the M-777. Since M-777 can be carried by Chinook helicopters - which too India is buying from the United States of America - they can be quickly moved to areas close to the border. While the first 25 guns are to be imported in the next two years, the rest would be assembled at a factory at Faridabad, which is set up by Mahindra in partnership with the BAE System. (more...)
North Korea-Malaysia football match to be played in Pyongyang
- May 18, 2017
Kim Dong Chul , a Korean-American, is escorted to a courtroom in Pyongyang, North Korea on April 29, 2016. Their ministry also works to bring to light the true stories and plights of North Koreans and believers there. Two months later, Kim Dong Chul was sentenced to 10 years hard labour for subversion. Hardly there is information available on Kim Jong-un's nuclear arsenal, other than what North Korean controlled media has released on it. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Kim Dong Chul , a Korean-American, is escorted to a courtroom in Pyongyang, North Korea on April 29, 2016. Their ministry also works to bring to light the true stories and plights of North Koreans and believers there. Two months later, Kim Dong Chul was sentenced to 10 years hard labour for subversion. Hardly there is information available on Kim Jong-un's nuclear arsenal, other than what North Korean controlled media has released on it. (more...)
Republicans in Congress are preparing to investigate President Trump
- May 18, 2017
The White House vigorously denied it all. The person who described the Comey memo to the AP was not authorised to discuss it by name and spoke on condition of anonymity. When you get into one of these situations what happens in the White House [.] there is no energy, resource, services, for anything other than basic survival. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
The White House vigorously denied it all. The person who described the Comey memo to the AP was not authorised to discuss it by name and spoke on condition of anonymity. When you get into one of these situations what happens in the White House [.] there is no energy, resource, services, for anything other than basic survival. (more...)
Passenger Ship Linking N. Korea and Russia Sets Sail
- May 18, 2017
An estimated 40 passengers boarded the boat for the maiden voyage. "The vessel will be on the way back on May 19", said Mikhail Khmel, deputy director general of Investstroytrest. In April, a representative of Russia's InvestStroiTrest company told Sputnik that the Mangyongbong-92 ferry would run between Vladivostok and Rason since May with approximately six trips a month. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
An estimated 40 passengers boarded the boat for the maiden voyage. "The vessel will be on the way back on May 19", said Mikhail Khmel, deputy director general of Investstroytrest. In April, a representative of Russia's InvestStroiTrest company told Sputnik that the Mangyongbong-92 ferry would run between Vladivostok and Rason since May with approximately six trips a month. (more...)
China re-invokes Panchsheel to address India's concerns on CPEC
- May 18, 2017
Responding to India's demand for a meaningful dialogue on the CPEC issues, Chunying said, "China's position is upright and clear". He further added, "While Pakistan-Economic -Corridor is between Islamabad and Beijing and we suggest India no to drag Kashmir into it". (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Responding to India's demand for a meaningful dialogue on the CPEC issues, Chunying said, "China's position is upright and clear". He further added, "While Pakistan-Economic -Corridor is between Islamabad and Beijing and we suggest India no to drag Kashmir into it". (more...)
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