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Indian Climber goes missing after reaching Everest Summit
- May 23, 2017
Although it was earlier reported that Indian climber Kumar went missing on Saturday, but his body was spotted on Monday by Sherpa rescuers, Associated Press reported. In 2015, Roland Yearwood, a doctor from Alabama, was climbing Everest for the first time when an quake triggered an avalanche. "He fell sick and died while being brought down to a lower camp", Trital told Reuters in the capital, Kathmandu . (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Although it was earlier reported that Indian climber Kumar went missing on Saturday, but his body was spotted on Monday by Sherpa rescuers, Associated Press reported. In 2015, Roland Yearwood, a doctor from Alabama, was climbing Everest for the first time when an quake triggered an avalanche. "He fell sick and died while being brought down to a lower camp", Trital told Reuters in the capital, Kathmandu . (more...)
Melania really does not want to hold Donald Trump's hand
- May 23, 2017
While visiting overseas, Donald Trump tried to get closer to his wife Melania , but she soon put him back in his place, in front of the cameras. But the first couple's relationship has made headlines in recent months, in part due to their separate living situation, and also because of Melania Trump's elusive presence as first lady. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
While visiting overseas, Donald Trump tried to get closer to his wife Melania , but she soon put him back in his place, in front of the cameras. But the first couple's relationship has made headlines in recent months, in part due to their separate living situation, and also because of Melania Trump's elusive presence as first lady. (more...)
Michael Flynn to take Fifth Amendment and decline Senate subpoena
- May 23, 2017
Moscow has repeatedly denied the allegations and Trump denies any collusion between his campaign and Russian officials. "We will be responding to the Senate Intelligence committee today", a source close to Flynn tells NPR's Mary Louise Kelly. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Moscow has repeatedly denied the allegations and Trump denies any collusion between his campaign and Russian officials. "We will be responding to the Senate Intelligence committee today", a source close to Flynn tells NPR's Mary Louise Kelly. (more...)
McMaster won't say if President Trump confronted Russian officials about election interference
- May 23, 2017
Comey's father said he has never been a fan of Trump and didn't vote for him: "I think the man should be in a home quite honestly, he's insane as a hoot". While trying to find areas of cooperation as in the area of counterterrorism and the campaign against ISIS. "And so, that was the, that was the intent of that conversation was to say what I'd like to do is move beyond all of the Russian Federation news so that we can find areas of cooperation". (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Comey's father said he has never been a fan of Trump and didn't vote for him: "I think the man should be in a home quite honestly, he's insane as a hoot". While trying to find areas of cooperation as in the area of counterterrorism and the campaign against ISIS. "And so, that was the, that was the intent of that conversation was to say what I'd like to do is move beyond all of the Russian Federation news so that we can find areas of cooperation". (more...)
Gas prices up across region
- May 23, 2017
Across the United States, the average price is $2.36, down 6 cents from a month ago and up 8 cents from a year ago. Lundberg says the average price is 9 cents higher than it was a year ago. OPEC and 11 other countries will meet in Vienna to discuss extending or changing an agreement for cutting crude output, in attempt to balance the oil market and raise prices. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Across the United States, the average price is $2.36, down 6 cents from a month ago and up 8 cents from a year ago. Lundberg says the average price is 9 cents higher than it was a year ago. OPEC and 11 other countries will meet in Vienna to discuss extending or changing an agreement for cutting crude output, in attempt to balance the oil market and raise prices. (more...)
Trump Arrives In Israel For Second Leg Of International Trip
- May 23, 2017
President Trump is taking advantage of a unique moment in Middle East history by visiting Saudi Arabia and Israel this week, an Israeli government official told CBN News. There were no promises of new financial investment or announcements of increased United States military presence in the region. "Drive them out of your places of worship, drive them out of your communities, drive them out of your holy land and drive them out of this earth", he told the Arabic Islamic American Summit on ... (more...)
- May 23, 2017
President Trump is taking advantage of a unique moment in Middle East history by visiting Saudi Arabia and Israel this week, an Israeli government official told CBN News. There were no promises of new financial investment or announcements of increased United States military presence in the region. "Drive them out of your places of worship, drive them out of your communities, drive them out of your holy land and drive them out of this earth", he told the Arabic Islamic American Summit on ... (more...)
AAP tries to drown bribery din in EVM hack clamour
- May 23, 2017
The EC will only throw a challenge asking the parties to prove that machines used in the past elections were tampered with, he claimed. Using what his party claimed was a "prototype EVM" developed by "a group of IITians", Mr. AAP, which has claimed that EVMs were rigged in the Punjab and Uttar Pradesh assembly and Delhi civic polls, has requested the EC for access to original EVMs to prove its charge. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
The EC will only throw a challenge asking the parties to prove that machines used in the past elections were tampered with, he claimed. Using what his party claimed was a "prototype EVM" developed by "a group of IITians", Mr. AAP, which has claimed that EVMs were rigged in the Punjab and Uttar Pradesh assembly and Delhi civic polls, has requested the EC for access to original EVMs to prove its charge. (more...)
Indian man arrested in Pakistan for not carrying travel documents
- May 23, 2017
Talking to TOI, Basit said Islamabad was committed to global laws and its multilateral obligations and that it would abide by the ruling which stayed the execution of Jadhav until it passed its final judgement. Sartaj Aziz also said that the ICJ had not given any ruling on providing consular access to Jadhav. Following the judgment, Foreign Office spokesperson Nafees Zakaria stated that Pakistan had challenged the authority of the ICJ after consulting with all institutions and agencies. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Talking to TOI, Basit said Islamabad was committed to global laws and its multilateral obligations and that it would abide by the ruling which stayed the execution of Jadhav until it passed its final judgement. Sartaj Aziz also said that the ICJ had not given any ruling on providing consular access to Jadhav. Following the judgment, Foreign Office spokesperson Nafees Zakaria stated that Pakistan had challenged the authority of the ICJ after consulting with all institutions and agencies. (more...)
OPEC Sec-Gen sees growing consensus on duration of oil cut extension
- May 23, 2017
Net revenues for OPEC will actually rise this year to approximately $539 billion compared to last year as per a report by the Energy Information Administration of the United States as a result of not just higher oil prices but also higher output from the member countries. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Net revenues for OPEC will actually rise this year to approximately $539 billion compared to last year as per a report by the Energy Information Administration of the United States as a result of not just higher oil prices but also higher output from the member countries. (more...)
Macron visits French troops in Mali's deeply-troubled north
- May 23, 2017
Visiting Mali days after taking office, Macron vowed to keep French troops in the Sahel region until there was "no more Islamist terrorism" there. Newly inaugurated French President Emmanuel Macron will receive his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, for talks in Paris on May 29, the two countries announced on Monday. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Visiting Mali days after taking office, Macron vowed to keep French troops in the Sahel region until there was "no more Islamist terrorism" there. Newly inaugurated French President Emmanuel Macron will receive his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, for talks in Paris on May 29, the two countries announced on Monday. (more...)
Former FBI chief Comey postpones testimony before US House committee
- May 23, 2017
After he met with Comey Monday, House Oversight Committee Chairman Rep. Jason Chaffetz announced via Twitter that the hearing originally schedule for Wednesday would be postponed. Comey was also reportedly seeking funding to extend the bureau's inquiry into alleged links between Russia and Trump and Russian interference in the 2016 election. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
After he met with Comey Monday, House Oversight Committee Chairman Rep. Jason Chaffetz announced via Twitter that the hearing originally schedule for Wednesday would be postponed. Comey was also reportedly seeking funding to extend the bureau's inquiry into alleged links between Russia and Trump and Russian interference in the 2016 election. (more...)
Ariana Grande Concert Nail Bomb Treated as Terrorism ... 19 Dead
- May 23, 2017
The Department of Homeland Security says there is no evidence of credible threats against music venues in the US, as England reels from an explosion at an Ariana Grande concert late Monday. "At this time , there is no nexus or known threat to the Chicago area but as always, we encourage individuals to report any suspicious activity to 911". (more...)
- May 23, 2017
The Department of Homeland Security says there is no evidence of credible threats against music venues in the US, as England reels from an explosion at an Ariana Grande concert late Monday. "At this time , there is no nexus or known threat to the Chicago area but as always, we encourage individuals to report any suspicious activity to 911". (more...)
Celebs Freak Over Awkward Video Of Melania Slapping Donald's Hand Away
- May 23, 2017
She gently nudged him to place his hand on his heart as the national anthem played during the White House Easter Egg Roll last month. Melania is Donald's media watchdog. According to the story, Melania is an "avid consumer of cable news". Some users also reminded the world of the infamous "grab 'em by the pussy" remark made by Trump in the Access Hollywood tape that emerged during his presidential campaigning days. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
She gently nudged him to place his hand on his heart as the national anthem played during the White House Easter Egg Roll last month. Melania is Donald's media watchdog. According to the story, Melania is an "avid consumer of cable news". Some users also reminded the world of the infamous "grab 'em by the pussy" remark made by Trump in the Access Hollywood tape that emerged during his presidential campaigning days. (more...)
Reformists sweep Tehran municipal vote as Rouhani wins Iran
- May 23, 2017
If you accept that premise, it leads to fuzzy policies aimed at strengthening reformers and moderates, while chalking up Iran's arrests of dual nationals or its provocations of USA ships to the infighting of Iran's hardliners. Rouhani beat out a challenge from conservative rival Ibrahim Raisi to secure a second term in office. "Foreign Policy or simply milking KSA (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia) of 480 billion US dollars?" "This description only clouds the reality of modern Iran". (more...)
- May 23, 2017
If you accept that premise, it leads to fuzzy policies aimed at strengthening reformers and moderates, while chalking up Iran's arrests of dual nationals or its provocations of USA ships to the infighting of Iran's hardliners. Rouhani beat out a challenge from conservative rival Ibrahim Raisi to secure a second term in office. "Foreign Policy or simply milking KSA (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia) of 480 billion US dollars?" "This description only clouds the reality of modern Iran". (more...)
'I never mentioned the word or the name Israel' to Russians
- May 23, 2017
Before Trump's visit to the wall on May 22, USA officials reportedly rejected an Israeli request to let Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accompany Trump to the site, describing it as a "private visit". He also said Iran would continue a ballistic missile program that has already triggered U.S. sanctions, saying it was for defensive purposes only. "I don't know what the policy of the administration is, but I believe the Western Wall is part of Israel and I think that that is how, you know, ... (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Before Trump's visit to the wall on May 22, USA officials reportedly rejected an Israeli request to let Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accompany Trump to the site, describing it as a "private visit". He also said Iran would continue a ballistic missile program that has already triggered U.S. sanctions, saying it was for defensive purposes only. "I don't know what the policy of the administration is, but I believe the Western Wall is part of Israel and I think that that is how, you know, ... (more...)
Those who resort to instant triple talaq will be ostracised: AIMPLB
- May 23, 2017
The affidavit of AIMPLB said that only if the dispute still remained unresolved, the husband may pronounce one divorce during the period of purity of his wife and leave his wife till the time her waiting period (iddat) ended. Various petitioners had knocked the doors of the apex court seeking to strike down triple talaq . The affidavit also speaks of excluding the provision of triple talaq from the nikahnamas (marriage contracts). (more...)
- May 23, 2017
The affidavit of AIMPLB said that only if the dispute still remained unresolved, the husband may pronounce one divorce during the period of purity of his wife and leave his wife till the time her waiting period (iddat) ended. Various petitioners had knocked the doors of the apex court seeking to strike down triple talaq . The affidavit also speaks of excluding the provision of triple talaq from the nikahnamas (marriage contracts). (more...)
Single market protection and devolved immigration control key to SNP manifesto
- May 23, 2017
A NURSE who claimed on last night's telly election debate that she's forced to use food banks has online snaps of her dining out on swanky food and bubbly. But as Labour's senior figures say - and senior Conservatives too - the only way we'll know for sure is when the real votes are counted.The Conservatives' David Gauke, the chief secretary to the Treasury, said: "It's clear that proposal after proposal in this manifesto will mean more borrowing and debt: from promises on benefits, to ... (more...)
- May 23, 2017
A NURSE who claimed on last night's telly election debate that she's forced to use food banks has online snaps of her dining out on swanky food and bubbly. But as Labour's senior figures say - and senior Conservatives too - the only way we'll know for sure is when the real votes are counted.The Conservatives' David Gauke, the chief secretary to the Treasury, said: "It's clear that proposal after proposal in this manifesto will mean more borrowing and debt: from promises on benefits, to ... (more...)
NRB Urges US Embassy Move to Jerusalem
- May 23, 2017
While Trump is expected to backtrack on his campaign vow to relocate the United States embassy, he is not expected to shelve what was arguably his most audacious promise: to reach a peace deal between Israelis and Palestinians. In an interview with the Christian Broadcasting Network, the U.S.'s ambassador to the UN, Nikki Haley, said she believes the Western Wall is in Israel and that the US embassy should be moved from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem - another controversial story. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
While Trump is expected to backtrack on his campaign vow to relocate the United States embassy, he is not expected to shelve what was arguably his most audacious promise: to reach a peace deal between Israelis and Palestinians. In an interview with the Christian Broadcasting Network, the U.S.'s ambassador to the UN, Nikki Haley, said she believes the Western Wall is in Israel and that the US embassy should be moved from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem - another controversial story. (more...)
Monica Lewinsky Bids Roger Ailes Goodbye In Scathing NYT Column
- May 23, 2017
Exploiting Lewinsky's "personal tragedy" helped propel Fox News into the conservative media empire it is today. Two days after his emotional memorial service, Monica Lewinsky wrote an opinion article, detailing how Roger Ailes lead the coverage of what was the worst period of her life. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
Exploiting Lewinsky's "personal tragedy" helped propel Fox News into the conservative media empire it is today. Two days after his emotional memorial service, Monica Lewinsky wrote an opinion article, detailing how Roger Ailes lead the coverage of what was the worst period of her life. (more...)
UN condemns North Korea missile launch, vows new sanctions
- May 23, 2017
South Korean President Moon Jae In's predecessor, Park Geun Hye, had championed continued humanitarian aid to North Korea regardless of the political situation, but the aid has been severed since Pyongyang's fourth nuclear test in January past year. (more...)
- May 23, 2017
South Korean President Moon Jae In's predecessor, Park Geun Hye, had championed continued humanitarian aid to North Korea regardless of the political situation, but the aid has been severed since Pyongyang's fourth nuclear test in January past year. (more...)
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