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With Senate done, House ready to debate budget ideas
- May 26, 2017
House Speaker Joe Straus , who has opposed the bathroom bill and whose chamber hasn't voted on automatic tax rollbacks sought by the two statewide leaders, wasn't at the bill-signing event. "This is going to require compromising efforts by both sides", he added. But each move to appease these Republicans risks losing a few more votes on the conservative end of McConnell's caucus, including his home-state colleague, Sen. (more...)
- May 26, 2017
House Speaker Joe Straus , who has opposed the bathroom bill and whose chamber hasn't voted on automatic tax rollbacks sought by the two statewide leaders, wasn't at the bill-signing event. "This is going to require compromising efforts by both sides", he added. But each move to appease these Republicans risks losing a few more votes on the conservative end of McConnell's caucus, including his home-state colleague, Sen. (more...)
Man United Dedicate Europa League Trophy To Manchester Terror Victims
- May 26, 2017
We have three trophies so enjoy it now. "If we could, we would obviously change the people's lives for this cup, immediately", Mourinho told reporters at the Friends Arena. United will be drawn with one team from Pot 1: either Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Juventus, Benfica, Shakhtar Donetsk, Monaco or Spartak Moscow. Manchester United will return to the Champions League after missing out on the competition this past season. (more...)
- May 26, 2017
We have three trophies so enjoy it now. "If we could, we would obviously change the people's lives for this cup, immediately", Mourinho told reporters at the Friends Arena. United will be drawn with one team from Pot 1: either Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Juventus, Benfica, Shakhtar Donetsk, Monaco or Spartak Moscow. Manchester United will return to the Champions League after missing out on the competition this past season. (more...)
No Proof of Trump Team's Contact With Russians, Says White House
- May 26, 2017
The report said that Kushner held meetings with the Russian ambassador to the U.S. and a banker from Moscow in December. The Senate intelligence committee signaled in March that it was reviewing information about Kushner's Russian contacts and his role arranging meetings. (more...)
- May 26, 2017
The report said that Kushner held meetings with the Russian ambassador to the U.S. and a banker from Moscow in December. The Senate intelligence committee signaled in March that it was reviewing information about Kushner's Russian contacts and his role arranging meetings. (more...)
Trump's views on Islam 'continue to evolve,' says Secretary of State
- May 26, 2017
Trump has repeatedly said he was looking to broker the "ultimate deal" between Israelis and Palestinians and was convinced he could do so. President Trump bounced along to a ceremonial sword dance Saturday in Saudi Arabia . "Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia is a disaster for everyone except a narrow elite of petro-sheiks and USA arms manufacturers". The first day saw the announcement of hundreds of billions of dollars in trade deals, welcome news for Trump as he faces mounting troubles ... (more...)
- May 26, 2017
Trump has repeatedly said he was looking to broker the "ultimate deal" between Israelis and Palestinians and was convinced he could do so. President Trump bounced along to a ceremonial sword dance Saturday in Saudi Arabia . "Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia is a disaster for everyone except a narrow elite of petro-sheiks and USA arms manufacturers". The first day saw the announcement of hundreds of billions of dollars in trade deals, welcome news for Trump as he faces mounting troubles ... (more...)
Philippines Says Foreigners Fighting Alongside IS-Linked Rebels
- May 26, 2017
At least 21 people - seven soldiers, 13 rebels and a civilian - have been killed and religious leaders say militants were using Christians taken hostage during the fighting as human shields. Military chief of staff General Eduardo Ano said the militants erected IS flags at several locations. Besides Abu Sayyaf , another, smaller militant group - the Maute - is heavily involved in the Marawi siege. (more...)
- May 26, 2017
At least 21 people - seven soldiers, 13 rebels and a civilian - have been killed and religious leaders say militants were using Christians taken hostage during the fighting as human shields. Military chief of staff General Eduardo Ano said the militants erected IS flags at several locations. Besides Abu Sayyaf , another, smaller militant group - the Maute - is heavily involved in the Marawi siege. (more...)
Obamacare replacement would leave 23 million people uninsured by 2026
- May 26, 2017
But that would be partly because policies would typically provide fewer benefits and sicker people would be priced out, it concluded. ICYMI, there's a lot happening with health care these days. Acknowledging that it can't pinpoint which states might seek the waiver, CBO analysts project that one-sixth of the US population reside in states that could choose not to cover essential health services and may opt to charge people with preexising conditions more in in premiums than healthy people. (more...)
- May 26, 2017
But that would be partly because policies would typically provide fewer benefits and sicker people would be priced out, it concluded. ICYMI, there's a lot happening with health care these days. Acknowledging that it can't pinpoint which states might seek the waiver, CBO analysts project that one-sixth of the US population reside in states that could choose not to cover essential health services and may opt to charge people with preexising conditions more in in premiums than healthy people. (more...)
Israeli defence minister says uneasy over US-Saudi arms deal
- May 26, 2017
It was the first comment by a senior Israeli official on the matter. Ahead of President Donald Trump's Israel visit, top Christian Zionist organizations and leaders called on the president to fulfill his election campaign promise to relocate the US embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem , despite reports that Trump is unlikely to make the move in the near future. (more...)
- May 26, 2017
It was the first comment by a senior Israeli official on the matter. Ahead of President Donald Trump's Israel visit, top Christian Zionist organizations and leaders called on the president to fulfill his election campaign promise to relocate the US embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem , despite reports that Trump is unlikely to make the move in the near future. (more...)
After UK attack, voter confronts interior minister over police cuts
- May 26, 2017
United States President Donald Trump expressed regret over the leaked information in regard to the deadly Manchester terror attack on Thursday. Britain's National Counter Terrorism Policing agency said in a statement that its relationships with security partners around the world "allows us to defeat terrorism and protect the public at home and overseas". (more...)
- May 26, 2017
United States President Donald Trump expressed regret over the leaked information in regard to the deadly Manchester terror attack on Thursday. Britain's National Counter Terrorism Policing agency said in a statement that its relationships with security partners around the world "allows us to defeat terrorism and protect the public at home and overseas". (more...)
Tillerson: US takes 'full responsibility' for leaks during Manchester probes
- May 26, 2017
The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to speak publicly, said there is progress being made on the investigation despite the leaks. Another brother of Abedi and Abedi's father, who both live in Libya, have also been detained. Home Secretary Amber Rudd said she was "confident" the leaks would stop and the suspension of intelligence-sharing would be temporary. (more...)
- May 26, 2017
The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to speak publicly, said there is progress being made on the investigation despite the leaks. Another brother of Abedi and Abedi's father, who both live in Libya, have also been detained. Home Secretary Amber Rudd said she was "confident" the leaks would stop and the suspension of intelligence-sharing would be temporary. (more...)
Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron engage in 'white-knuckle, jaw-clenching' handshake
- May 26, 2017
As Trump spoke, Macron sat silently, hands slightly fidgeting, waiting for what was to come: the handshake. Trump appears to yank on Macron's arm, but the two smile afterward. It is not the first time the Republican billionaire has caught the attention of the media with his handshake. While Trump, whose adviser Steve Bannon has links to the French far-right, described Marine Le Pen , Macron's populist opponent in the presidential race, as the "strongest" candidate. (more...)
- May 26, 2017
As Trump spoke, Macron sat silently, hands slightly fidgeting, waiting for what was to come: the handshake. Trump appears to yank on Macron's arm, but the two smile afterward. It is not the first time the Republican billionaire has caught the attention of the media with his handshake. While Trump, whose adviser Steve Bannon has links to the French far-right, described Marine Le Pen , Macron's populist opponent in the presidential race, as the "strongest" candidate. (more...)
The UK Has Stopped Sharing Manchester Attack Information With The US
- May 26, 2017
White House officials have said the leaked details of that meeting by intelligence officials are similarly under investigation. Trump's statement also condemned the public release of classified information, calling the leaks " deeply troubling " while promising to "get to the bottom of this". (more...)
- May 26, 2017
White House officials have said the leaked details of that meeting by intelligence officials are similarly under investigation. Trump's statement also condemned the public release of classified information, calling the leaks " deeply troubling " while promising to "get to the bottom of this". (more...)
Rouhani hails Azerbaijan as Iran's great neighbor
- May 26, 2017
In fact, most of the militant groups U.S. troops have fought in Iraq , Afghanistan , and elsewhere since the 11 September 2001 attacks on NY and Washington , such as al Qaeda, Islamic State and the Taliban, are Sunni Muslims who consider Shi'ite Iran their enemy. (more...)
- May 26, 2017
In fact, most of the militant groups U.S. troops have fought in Iraq , Afghanistan , and elsewhere since the 11 September 2001 attacks on NY and Washington , such as al Qaeda, Islamic State and the Taliban, are Sunni Muslims who consider Shi'ite Iran their enemy. (more...)
Schmeichel rages at inconsistent refs after Leicester lose at Manchester City
- May 26, 2017
FIFA's Law 14 states: "After the players have taken positions in accordance with this ( penalty ) Law, the referee signals for the penalty kick to be taken". "He has helped with his teammates at the club to make a step forward, to try to compete to qualify for the Champions League, sometimes to win the Premier League , to be in Europe three or four times in a row, after they had gone 30 years and never been in Europe". (more...)
- May 26, 2017
FIFA's Law 14 states: "After the players have taken positions in accordance with this ( penalty ) Law, the referee signals for the penalty kick to be taken". "He has helped with his teammates at the club to make a step forward, to try to compete to qualify for the Champions League, sometimes to win the Premier League , to be in Europe three or four times in a row, after they had gone 30 years and never been in Europe". (more...)
Trump pushes aside Montenegro leader - who calls it natural
- May 26, 2017
During his brief speech, the president claimed that allies "owe massive amounts of money from past years", mentioning a 2 percent spending benchmark that he believes wasn't met. "But it is lovely". Notably, he also did not offer an explicit public endorsement of NATO's "all for one, one for all" collective defense principle, though White House officials said his mere presence at the meeting signaled his commitment. (more...)
- May 26, 2017
During his brief speech, the president claimed that allies "owe massive amounts of money from past years", mentioning a 2 percent spending benchmark that he believes wasn't met. "But it is lovely". Notably, he also did not offer an explicit public endorsement of NATO's "all for one, one for all" collective defense principle, though White House officials said his mere presence at the meeting signaled his commitment. (more...)
Trump son-in-law Kushner under FBI scrutiny in Russia probe - media reports
- May 26, 2017
He testified to the Committee that there were enough contacts between Trump's team and Moscow to warrant further investigation by the FBI . One of the first casualties of this intrigue was Mike Flynn , the former national security adviser, who was dismissed. (more...)
- May 26, 2017
He testified to the Committee that there were enough contacts between Trump's team and Moscow to warrant further investigation by the FBI . One of the first casualties of this intrigue was Mike Flynn , the former national security adviser, who was dismissed. (more...)
Devout Catholic Sean Spicer Excluded From Trump's Vatican Trip
- May 26, 2017
First lady Melania Trump is welcomed upon her arrival at the San Damaso courtyard ahead of her husband President Donald Trump's private audience with Pope Francis , at the Vatican , Wednesday, May 24, 2017 . "If you look at her style, it's still very much her and her style of dress but being sensitive to the place and host nation for sure", Stephanie Grisham said. (more...)
- May 26, 2017
First lady Melania Trump is welcomed upon her arrival at the San Damaso courtyard ahead of her husband President Donald Trump's private audience with Pope Francis , at the Vatican , Wednesday, May 24, 2017 . "If you look at her style, it's still very much her and her style of dress but being sensitive to the place and host nation for sure", Stephanie Grisham said. (more...)
Court deals another blow to president's travel ban
- May 26, 2017
The White House vowed to challenge an appeals court ruling that criticised a travel ban against six Muslim majority nations as being "steeped in animus", putting President Donald Trump on track for his first Supreme Court showdown. (more...)
- May 26, 2017
The White House vowed to challenge an appeals court ruling that criticised a travel ban against six Muslim majority nations as being "steeped in animus", putting President Donald Trump on track for his first Supreme Court showdown. (more...)
Palestinian President voices commitment to two-state solution
- May 26, 2017
The tacit alliance between Israel and the Saudis, which do not have diplomatic relations but both see Iran as their mortal enemy, is of course not new. In solidarity with captives, Palestinians in Jerusalem announced a strike on Tuesday. But for now at least, he seems to be content on letting the two sides work out the details for themselves. (more...)
- May 26, 2017
The tacit alliance between Israel and the Saudis, which do not have diplomatic relations but both see Iran as their mortal enemy, is of course not new. In solidarity with captives, Palestinians in Jerusalem announced a strike on Tuesday. But for now at least, he seems to be content on letting the two sides work out the details for themselves. (more...)
West Virginia Senate passes amended tax bill
- May 26, 2017
The analysis said the House bill, the American Health Care Act, would reduce federal deficits by $119 billion over the next decade. In a brief statement, U.S. Besides premiums, other critical components of the value of health insurance are out-of-pocket costs and benefits. Those include "contact between" peoples' mouths or genitals and an animal's genitals or mouth. (more...)
- May 26, 2017
The analysis said the House bill, the American Health Care Act, would reduce federal deficits by $119 billion over the next decade. In a brief statement, U.S. Besides premiums, other critical components of the value of health insurance are out-of-pocket costs and benefits. Those include "contact between" peoples' mouths or genitals and an animal's genitals or mouth. (more...)
Preparation key to United's Europa victory, says Mourinho
- May 26, 2017
Manchester United triumphed in a European final played in the shadow of Monday's attack on a concert in Manchester. "These things are awful all over the world, in London and in Paris", added the French worldwide, who was also playing at the Stade de France on the night of the November 2015 Paris terror attacks. (more...)
- May 26, 2017
Manchester United triumphed in a European final played in the shadow of Monday's attack on a concert in Manchester. "These things are awful all over the world, in London and in Paris", added the French worldwide, who was also playing at the Stade de France on the night of the November 2015 Paris terror attacks. (more...)
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