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Acting FBI Director points to Trump's misconceptions
- May 19, 2017
Critics have assailed Trump for abruptly dismissing Comey just as the agency is investigating alleged Russian meddling in the 2016 U.S. election, and possible Moscow ties to the Trump presidential campaign. Lindsey Graham has some advice for President Donald Trump: Stop tweeting about the Russian Federation investigation. Before he was sacked on Tuesday, Comey acknowledged the FBI was investigating possible ties between Team Trump and Russian agents seeking to influence the 2016 election. (more...)
- May 19, 2017
Critics have assailed Trump for abruptly dismissing Comey just as the agency is investigating alleged Russian meddling in the 2016 U.S. election, and possible Moscow ties to the Trump presidential campaign. Lindsey Graham has some advice for President Donald Trump: Stop tweeting about the Russian Federation investigation. Before he was sacked on Tuesday, Comey acknowledged the FBI was investigating possible ties between Team Trump and Russian agents seeking to influence the 2016 election. (more...)
Trump tweet suggests his conversations with Comey might have been recorded
- May 19, 2017
Trump's behavior raises "the specter of possible intimidation and obstruction of justice", wrote Reps. But in a poll conducted last month, Republicans were far more opposed to hypothetically removing Comey, while Democrats were slightly more open to the possibility. (more...)
- May 19, 2017
Trump's behavior raises "the specter of possible intimidation and obstruction of justice", wrote Reps. But in a poll conducted last month, Republicans were far more opposed to hypothetically removing Comey, while Democrats were slightly more open to the possibility. (more...)
Volvo Cars to start assembly operations in India by year end
- May 19, 2017
However, the company did not share any financial details. Swedish luxury carmaker Volvo Cars on Thursday said the company would rollout its first India-assembled vehicle by the end of the year. "I am pleased that as of this year we will be able to start selling Volvos that are Made in India", said Håkan Samuelsson, President and CEO of Volvo Cars. (more...)
- May 19, 2017
However, the company did not share any financial details. Swedish luxury carmaker Volvo Cars on Thursday said the company would rollout its first India-assembled vehicle by the end of the year. "I am pleased that as of this year we will be able to start selling Volvos that are Made in India", said Håkan Samuelsson, President and CEO of Volvo Cars. (more...)
Rolf Harris to be freed but still on trial
- May 19, 2017
The Australian-born TV personality has been appearing at his indecent assault trial at Southwark Crown Court via video link from the prison. He has been appearing by video link from Stafford Prison where he has been serving time for earlier convictions. (more...)
- May 19, 2017
The Australian-born TV personality has been appearing at his indecent assault trial at Southwark Crown Court via video link from the prison. He has been appearing by video link from Stafford Prison where he has been serving time for earlier convictions. (more...)
Fundamental rights in Hungary: MEPs call for triggering Article 7
- May 19, 2017
Hungary must "reach an agreement with the U.S. authorities, making it possible for Central European University to remain in Budapest as a free institution", according to the resolution , which was passed by 393 votes to 221, with 64 abstentions, on 17 May. (more...)
- May 19, 2017
Hungary must "reach an agreement with the U.S. authorities, making it possible for Central European University to remain in Budapest as a free institution", according to the resolution , which was passed by 393 votes to 221, with 64 abstentions, on 17 May. (more...)
Two dead, several missing as bridge collapses in Goa
- May 19, 2017
South Goa member of Parliament Narendra Savaikar, monitoring the relief and rescue operations, told IANS that Indian Navy and Coast Guard divers had been urged to help with the rescue efforts and that one body had been recovered so far. Only pedestrians were using it, a local resident said.As the search and rescue operation started by the fire services, many local residents rushed to the bridge to watch the operation. (more...)
- May 19, 2017
South Goa member of Parliament Narendra Savaikar, monitoring the relief and rescue operations, told IANS that Indian Navy and Coast Guard divers had been urged to help with the rescue efforts and that one body had been recovered so far. Only pedestrians were using it, a local resident said.As the search and rescue operation started by the fire services, many local residents rushed to the bridge to watch the operation. (more...)
Iran's Rouhani congratulates South Korea's Moon on presidential victory
- May 18, 2017
But in a 25-minute conversation, Mr Moon and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said they hoped to meet at an early date and exchanged invitations to visit, according to both sides. Xi told Moon that Seoul and Beijing should respect each other's concerns, set aside their differences, seek common ground and handle disputes appropriately, China's foreign ministry said in a statement . (more...)
- May 18, 2017
But in a 25-minute conversation, Mr Moon and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said they hoped to meet at an early date and exchanged invitations to visit, according to both sides. Xi told Moon that Seoul and Beijing should respect each other's concerns, set aside their differences, seek common ground and handle disputes appropriately, China's foreign ministry said in a statement . (more...)
Netanyahu takes issue with Abbas saying the Palestinians teach their children peace
- May 18, 2017
As he turned to the Palestinian leader he said: "I think there's a very, very good chance, and I think you feel the same way" the meeting between the two leaders didn't seem for the media as a promising foundation stone for future peace deals as most experts and analysts are undermining Mr.Trump's understanding of the magnitude of the conflict and its dimensions. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
As he turned to the Palestinian leader he said: "I think there's a very, very good chance, and I think you feel the same way" the meeting between the two leaders didn't seem for the media as a promising foundation stone for future peace deals as most experts and analysts are undermining Mr.Trump's understanding of the magnitude of the conflict and its dimensions. (more...)
Emmanuel Macron elected next French president
- May 18, 2017
But after his victory over far-right leader Marine Le Pen in the French election on Sunday, the debate within his team is likely to intensify. "He carries the hopes of millions of French people and of many people in Germany and the whole of Europe", Merkel said at a news conference. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
But after his victory over far-right leader Marine Le Pen in the French election on Sunday, the debate within his team is likely to intensify. "He carries the hopes of millions of French people and of many people in Germany and the whole of Europe", Merkel said at a news conference. (more...)
USA officials warn Trump against moving United States embassy to Jerusalem
- May 18, 2017
Netanyahu said that "not only would moving the embassy not harm the peace process, but to the contrary". Just days before President Donald Trump's first visit to Israel, the U.S. It later annexed east Jerusalem in a move never recognized by the worldwide community. Netanyahu vehemently denies the report. Trump is to begin his first trip overseas as president on May 19, visiting Saudi Arabia, Israel (and the West Bank city of Bethlehem), and the Vatican before jetting to a North ... (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Netanyahu said that "not only would moving the embassy not harm the peace process, but to the contrary". Just days before President Donald Trump's first visit to Israel, the U.S. It later annexed east Jerusalem in a move never recognized by the worldwide community. Netanyahu vehemently denies the report. Trump is to begin his first trip overseas as president on May 19, visiting Saudi Arabia, Israel (and the West Bank city of Bethlehem), and the Vatican before jetting to a North ... (more...)
Putin describes latest US-Russia intelligence row over as 'political schizophrenia'
- May 18, 2017
The statement also said the panel had asked Andrew McCabe, the acting FBI director, to send any notes or other memos prepared by Comey about communications he may have had with senior White House and Department of Justice officials in relation to the investigation into Russian Federation and the 2016 election. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
The statement also said the panel had asked Andrew McCabe, the acting FBI director, to send any notes or other memos prepared by Comey about communications he may have had with senior White House and Department of Justice officials in relation to the investigation into Russian Federation and the 2016 election. (more...)
Homes evacuated, military deployed after flooding in Canada
- May 18, 2017
Authorities said the pair were still missing on Monday, and that they would send divers to look for them once conditions improved. A search is underway for a man and a toddler whose vehicle swerved off a waterlogged road into a surging river. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Authorities said the pair were still missing on Monday, and that they would send divers to look for them once conditions improved. A search is underway for a man and a toddler whose vehicle swerved off a waterlogged road into a surging river. (more...)
Congressman Takes The House Floor, Calling For Trump's Impeachment
- May 18, 2017
The allegations swirling around President Trump - from contacts with Russian officials during the presidential campaign and sharing classified information with them once in office, to asking FBI Director James Comey to drop charges against former national security adviser Michael Flynn - could provide the seeds for formal charges in the future. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
The allegations swirling around President Trump - from contacts with Russian officials during the presidential campaign and sharing classified information with them once in office, to asking FBI Director James Comey to drop charges against former national security adviser Michael Flynn - could provide the seeds for formal charges in the future. (more...)
Hinting at secret tapes, Trump warns ousted Federal Bureau of Investigation director
- May 18, 2017
If Trump in fact did secretly record conversations, he has revealed a depth of paranoia previously unknown, and the recordings must be subpoenaed. The question now is whether there exist 22 House Republicans whose loyalty to the United States exceeds their loyalty to the Republican Party, who would join with House Democrats in seeking a bill of impeachment. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
If Trump in fact did secretly record conversations, he has revealed a depth of paranoia previously unknown, and the recordings must be subpoenaed. The question now is whether there exist 22 House Republicans whose loyalty to the United States exceeds their loyalty to the Republican Party, who would join with House Democrats in seeking a bill of impeachment. (more...)
More US Republicans back independent probe of Trump-Russia ties
- May 18, 2017
In remarks to reporters, Ryan, R-Wis., endorsed ongoing investigations by House committees, and declined to call for a special prosecutor or select committee, as Democrats and some fellow Republicans have demanded. Trump fired Flynn on February 13, on grounds that he had misled Vice President Mike Pence and other officials about his contacts with Russians. Russia has repeatedly said that Trump's opponents are trying to damage him and Moscow by making what it says are false accusations ... (more...)
- May 18, 2017
In remarks to reporters, Ryan, R-Wis., endorsed ongoing investigations by House committees, and declined to call for a special prosecutor or select committee, as Democrats and some fellow Republicans have demanded. Trump fired Flynn on February 13, on grounds that he had misled Vice President Mike Pence and other officials about his contacts with Russians. Russia has repeatedly said that Trump's opponents are trying to damage him and Moscow by making what it says are false accusations ... (more...)
House oversight chair seeks Comey memos on Trump
- May 18, 2017
On Tuesday, the New York Times first reported the existence of a memo written by Comey, which purportedly says that Trump told the FBI director he hoped he could "let go" of an investigation into Flynn, who was dismissed after reportedly misleading Vice President Mike Pence and others about conversations he had with the Russian ambassador and other matters. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
On Tuesday, the New York Times first reported the existence of a memo written by Comey, which purportedly says that Trump told the FBI director he hoped he could "let go" of an investigation into Flynn, who was dismissed after reportedly misleading Vice President Mike Pence and others about conversations he had with the Russian ambassador and other matters. (more...)
Puerto Rico militant leader emerges from 36 years in custody
- May 18, 2017
The 74-year-old greeted supporters through a fence at his daughter's home in San Juan. Lopez Rivera was never tied to any specific bombing. Organizers of the parade, which draws more than 1 million people, insisted in a statement: "Oscar's involvement does not endorse the story that led to his arrest or any form of violence". (more...)
- May 18, 2017
The 74-year-old greeted supporters through a fence at his daughter's home in San Juan. Lopez Rivera was never tied to any specific bombing. Organizers of the parade, which draws more than 1 million people, insisted in a statement: "Oscar's involvement does not endorse the story that led to his arrest or any form of violence". (more...)
Click-It-Or-Ticket Enforcement Campaign
- May 18, 2017
DRIVERS in IL and Missouri will be observed closely during the next couple of weeks as part of the national " Click It or Ticket " campaign. The statewide seatbelt enforcement crackdown runs concurrent with one of the busiest travel and holiday weekends of the year, according to a KDOT release. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
DRIVERS in IL and Missouri will be observed closely during the next couple of weeks as part of the national " Click It or Ticket " campaign. The statewide seatbelt enforcement crackdown runs concurrent with one of the busiest travel and holiday weekends of the year, according to a KDOT release. (more...)
Chelsea Manning Released From Military Prison Following Obama Commutation
- May 18, 2017
In her first hours of freedom, Manning tweeted about enjoying pizza and told news outlets that she was looking forward to growing out her hair after being forced to cut it in the men's prison. Several U.S. ambassadors were recalled, expelled or reassigned because of the embarrassing disclosures. President Barack Obama's decision in January to commute Manning's sentence to about seven years, including the time she spent locked up before being convicted, drew strong criticism from ... (more...)
- May 18, 2017
In her first hours of freedom, Manning tweeted about enjoying pizza and told news outlets that she was looking forward to growing out her hair after being forced to cut it in the men's prison. Several U.S. ambassadors were recalled, expelled or reassigned because of the embarrassing disclosures. President Barack Obama's decision in January to commute Manning's sentence to about seven years, including the time she spent locked up before being convicted, drew strong criticism from ... (more...)
Congressman Calls For Trump's Impeachment On House Floor
- May 18, 2017
Meanwhile, aides will be containing the fallout of a week of self-inflicted crises, which reached a tipping point Tuesday night with reports the president had asked former FBI Director James Comey to end his inquiry into former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn - a request that has prompted allegations Trump obstructed justice. (more...)
- May 18, 2017
Meanwhile, aides will be containing the fallout of a week of self-inflicted crises, which reached a tipping point Tuesday night with reports the president had asked former FBI Director James Comey to end his inquiry into former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn - a request that has prompted allegations Trump obstructed justice. (more...)
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