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AT&T workers begin three-day strike
- May 27, 2017
AT&T wireless workers across 36 states and Washington, D.C. joined picket lines, as did wireline workers in California, Nevada and CT, and DIRECTV technicians across California and Nevada, national CWA leaders said. "Despite being the largest telecom company in the country with almost $1 billion a month in profits and the CEO earning $28 million, AT&T continues to pinch its workers' basic needs and stand in the way of high-quality service its customers pay good money for". (more...)
- May 27, 2017
AT&T wireless workers across 36 states and Washington, D.C. joined picket lines, as did wireline workers in California, Nevada and CT, and DIRECTV technicians across California and Nevada, national CWA leaders said. "Despite being the largest telecom company in the country with almost $1 billion a month in profits and the CEO earning $28 million, AT&T continues to pinch its workers' basic needs and stand in the way of high-quality service its customers pay good money for". (more...)
Merkel's party wins election in rivals' German heartland
- May 27, 2017
Palpable frustration over worsening traffic congestion and crime that has plagued the crowded northwestern state, which borders the Netherlands and Belgium, were the decisive factors behind the Social Democrats' sudden demise after the party had ruled there for 46 of the last 51 years. (more...)
- May 27, 2017
Palpable frustration over worsening traffic congestion and crime that has plagued the crowded northwestern state, which borders the Netherlands and Belgium, were the decisive factors behind the Social Democrats' sudden demise after the party had ruled there for 46 of the last 51 years. (more...)
Donald Trump vs French President Emmanuel Macron in epic handshake war
- May 27, 2017
As President Trump met French President Emmanuel Macron for the first time, welcoming him to lunch Thursday at the residence here of the US ambassador to Belgium, the two men shook hands for six long seconds. Accustomed to seeing their president literally crush the hand of his interlocutor, the American journalists greatly appreciated the attitude of Emmanuel Macron when it came, for him, the moment to shake the hand of Donald Trump . (more...)
- May 27, 2017
As President Trump met French President Emmanuel Macron for the first time, welcoming him to lunch Thursday at the residence here of the US ambassador to Belgium, the two men shook hands for six long seconds. Accustomed to seeing their president literally crush the hand of his interlocutor, the American journalists greatly appreciated the attitude of Emmanuel Macron when it came, for him, the moment to shake the hand of Donald Trump . (more...)
Climate, trade, security, migration to figure in tough G7 summit
- May 27, 2017
Along with the United States , the other members of the G-7 are Canada, France , Germany , Italy , Japan and Britain . Trump's economic advisor Gary Cohn said Friday that United States compliance with its Paris commitments would be "crippling" to economic growth, but added that the president was " interested to hear what the G7 leaders have to say about climate ". (more...)
- May 27, 2017
Along with the United States , the other members of the G-7 are Canada, France , Germany , Italy , Japan and Britain . Trump's economic advisor Gary Cohn said Friday that United States compliance with its Paris commitments would be "crippling" to economic growth, but added that the president was " interested to hear what the G7 leaders have to say about climate ". (more...)
18 killed in Afghan car bombing
- May 27, 2017
No group has so far claimed responsibility for the Kandahar attack, but it comes as Taliban insurgents step up their annual spring offensive. Muslims around the world typically mark Ramadan with fasting, prayers, and other observances, although the holy month can begin on different days in different countries. (more...)
- May 27, 2017
No group has so far claimed responsibility for the Kandahar attack, but it comes as Taliban insurgents step up their annual spring offensive. Muslims around the world typically mark Ramadan with fasting, prayers, and other observances, although the holy month can begin on different days in different countries. (more...)
Malaysia wants South China Sea CoC to be finalised soon
- May 27, 2017
After a meeting between Chinese and ASEAN officials in the southern city of Guiyan, China's Foreign Ministry said the framework had been agreed upon, although it gave no details of its contents. Some ASEAN diplomats fear China's sudden interest in completing it could be a strategy to buy time for Beijing to wrap up construction activities. (more...)
- May 27, 2017
After a meeting between Chinese and ASEAN officials in the southern city of Guiyan, China's Foreign Ministry said the framework had been agreed upon, although it gave no details of its contents. Some ASEAN diplomats fear China's sudden interest in completing it could be a strategy to buy time for Beijing to wrap up construction activities. (more...)
Trump son-in-law sought bug-proof communications line with Moscow
- May 27, 2017
Sergey Kislyak in early December of previous year about setting up a "secure communications channel. using Russian diplomatic facilities" in the U.S., according to the report . Two people familiar with those 18 contacts said Flynn and Kushner were among the Trump associates who spoke to the ambassador by telephone. Kislyak was reportedly surprised at the suggestion. (more...)
- May 27, 2017
Sergey Kislyak in early December of previous year about setting up a "secure communications channel. using Russian diplomatic facilities" in the U.S., according to the report . Two people familiar with those 18 contacts said Flynn and Kushner were among the Trump associates who spoke to the ambassador by telephone. Kislyak was reportedly surprised at the suggestion. (more...)
Police arrest another man after Manchester attack
- May 27, 2017
Abedi's father, Ramadan Abedi, was arrested in Tripoli with his brother Hashim, who Libyan security forces said was "aware of all the details" of the attack. Trump on Thursday pledged to "get to the bottom" of leaks of sensitive information, calling the leaks "deeply troubling". A national minute's silence will be held at 11am on Thursday in remembrance of all those who lost their lives in the suicide bombing. (more...)
- May 27, 2017
Abedi's father, Ramadan Abedi, was arrested in Tripoli with his brother Hashim, who Libyan security forces said was "aware of all the details" of the attack. Trump on Thursday pledged to "get to the bottom" of leaks of sensitive information, calling the leaks "deeply troubling". A national minute's silence will be held at 11am on Thursday in remembrance of all those who lost their lives in the suicide bombing. (more...)
Manchester attack has 'no place in religion' city's Islamic centre says
- May 27, 2017
Having the opportunity to see the protections afforded to radical Islam, for instance in Trafalgar Square in London in the past, with signage calling for "Death to all Infidels", it makes one wonder where are the limits for freedom of speech for those invoking terrorism. (more...)
- May 27, 2017
Having the opportunity to see the protections afforded to radical Islam, for instance in Trafalgar Square in London in the past, with signage calling for "Death to all Infidels", it makes one wonder where are the limits for freedom of speech for those invoking terrorism. (more...)
Sri Lanka Floods, Mudslides Kill 100, Displace Over 12000
- May 27, 2017
Heavy rains led to more than six major landslides in the two districts leaving at least 30 others missing. "There are at least five landslides reported in several places in Kaluthara", said police spokesman Priyantha Jayakody, referring to the worst-hit district on the island's west coast. (more...)
- May 27, 2017
Heavy rains led to more than six major landslides in the two districts leaving at least 30 others missing. "There are at least five landslides reported in several places in Kaluthara", said police spokesman Priyantha Jayakody, referring to the worst-hit district on the island's west coast. (more...)
Trump brands killer 'a loser' as he stands in solidarity with UK
- May 27, 2017
In what appeared to be a veiled sleight to former US President Barack Obama , with whom Netanyahu had a hard relationship, the prime minister praised Trump for his "bold decision to act against the use of chemical weapons in Syria, and I want to tell you also how much we appreciate the reassertion of American leadership in the Middle East", NBC News reported. (more...)
- May 27, 2017
In what appeared to be a veiled sleight to former US President Barack Obama , with whom Netanyahu had a hard relationship, the prime minister praised Trump for his "bold decision to act against the use of chemical weapons in Syria, and I want to tell you also how much we appreciate the reassertion of American leadership in the Middle East", NBC News reported. (more...)
India's longest river bridge inaugurated in Assam. Here are the details
- May 27, 2017
The bridge will ensure which is 9.15 kilometre will ensure 24X7 connectivity between uppare Assam and eastern part of Arunachal. Bearing in mind the necessity for quick movement of troops and artillery to the bordering state of Arunachal, the bridge has been created to accommodate the movement of tanks, according to official sources. (more...)
- May 27, 2017
The bridge will ensure which is 9.15 kilometre will ensure 24X7 connectivity between uppare Assam and eastern part of Arunachal. Bearing in mind the necessity for quick movement of troops and artillery to the bordering state of Arunachal, the bridge has been created to accommodate the movement of tanks, according to official sources. (more...)
Leery of North Korea, US plans first test of ICBM intercept
- May 27, 2017
Analysts say Moon won't likely push for any major rapprochement projects because North Korea has gone too far on its nuclear program. The last test North Korea conducted on May 21 was the successful launch of a KN-15 medium range ballistic missile that traveled just over 300 miles into the Sea of Japan. (more...)
- May 27, 2017
Analysts say Moon won't likely push for any major rapprochement projects because North Korea has gone too far on its nuclear program. The last test North Korea conducted on May 21 was the successful launch of a KN-15 medium range ballistic missile that traveled just over 300 miles into the Sea of Japan. (more...)
Manchester bomber's travels may signal an 'ISIS trajectory'
- May 27, 2017
Police now say that the suspected bomber, 22-year-old Salman Abedi , who died in the attack, was part of a network . "These leaks have been going on for a long time and my administration will get to the bottom of this", Mr Trump at a summit of North Atlantic Treaty Organisation leaders in Brussels. (more...)
- May 27, 2017
Police now say that the suspected bomber, 22-year-old Salman Abedi , who died in the attack, was part of a network . "These leaks have been going on for a long time and my administration will get to the bottom of this", Mr Trump at a summit of North Atlantic Treaty Organisation leaders in Brussels. (more...)
Russian Officials Targeted Top Trump Advisers Last Summer, Say U.S
- May 27, 2017
Former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn could face a criminal charge of contempt of Congress if the Senate Intelligence Committee isn't pleased with his response to its latest round of subpoenas , the committee leadership announced Tuesday afternoon. (more...)
- May 27, 2017
Former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn could face a criminal charge of contempt of Congress if the Senate Intelligence Committee isn't pleased with his response to its latest round of subpoenas , the committee leadership announced Tuesday afternoon. (more...)
Manchester United Win UEFA Europa Cup
- May 27, 2017
Speaking to BT Sport , he said: "We know that things like this are very sad, all over the world: in Manchester , in London and in Paris, too". Manchester United will return to the Champions League after missing out on the competition this past season. (more...)
- May 27, 2017
Speaking to BT Sport , he said: "We know that things like this are very sad, all over the world: in Manchester , in London and in Paris, too". Manchester United will return to the Champions League after missing out on the competition this past season. (more...)
Mass hunger strike of Palestinian prisoners ends
- May 27, 2017
The Palestinians have also chose to cap purchases of electricity from Israel, a decision that would further reduce the power supply to Gaza by some 30 percent. The envoy told the Security Council that 'unless urgent measures are taken to de-escalate, the crisis risks spiraling out of control with devastating consequences for Palestinians and Israelis alike'. (more...)
- May 27, 2017
The Palestinians have also chose to cap purchases of electricity from Israel, a decision that would further reduce the power supply to Gaza by some 30 percent. The envoy told the Security Council that 'unless urgent measures are taken to de-escalate, the crisis risks spiraling out of control with devastating consequences for Palestinians and Israelis alike'. (more...)
Uniquely Qualified for an Israeli-Palestinian Peace Deal?
- May 27, 2017
In a press conference with Abbas Tuesday morning, he reiterated, "I have committed to try to reach a peace agreement between the Israelis and the Palestinians", speaking only in general terms. On Monday, he was greeted with lavish praise from Netanyahu. Trump also laid a wreath and spoke at a ceremony at the Yad Vashem Holocaust memorial in Jerusalem on Tuesday. (more...)
- May 27, 2017
In a press conference with Abbas Tuesday morning, he reiterated, "I have committed to try to reach a peace agreement between the Israelis and the Palestinians", speaking only in general terms. On Monday, he was greeted with lavish praise from Netanyahu. Trump also laid a wreath and spoke at a ceremony at the Yad Vashem Holocaust memorial in Jerusalem on Tuesday. (more...)
Chilling photos show explosive used in Manchester bombing
- May 27, 2017
The pictures appeared a day after the bomber's name was briefed to the U.S. media against the wishes of Greater Manchester Police, and just hours after Home Secretary Amber Rudd issued a plea to United States authorities not to leak material about the atrocity. (more...)
- May 27, 2017
The pictures appeared a day after the bomber's name was briefed to the U.S. media against the wishes of Greater Manchester Police, and just hours after Home Secretary Amber Rudd issued a plea to United States authorities not to leak material about the atrocity. (more...)
Former Texas nurse accused of killing dozens of kids in '80s
- May 27, 2017
Authorities say two IL men have been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a girl when she lived in New Mexico. Genene Jones , a nurse who worked at hospitals across Texas in the 1980s, is now serving a 99-year prison term for giving a 15-month-old a lethal dose of muscle relaxant in 1982, and was charged of administering a lethal injection of an anti-epileptic drug in 1981 on Thursday. (more...)
- May 27, 2017
Authorities say two IL men have been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a girl when she lived in New Mexico. Genene Jones , a nurse who worked at hospitals across Texas in the 1980s, is now serving a 99-year prison term for giving a 15-month-old a lethal dose of muscle relaxant in 1982, and was charged of administering a lethal injection of an anti-epileptic drug in 1981 on Thursday. (more...)
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