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SC men charged after pouring beer into juvenile alligator's mouth
- May 28, 2017
Floyd and Brown were traveling down a public dirt road between the towns of Hardeeville and Tillman in Jasper County, S.C. on Wednesday when they saw the baby alligator crossing the road. The charge comes with a maximum fine of $300. They then released the alligator into a pond. There are federal protections in place to govern the harvesting of alligators for worldwide trade, but in this case, experts say no federal protection applies. (more...)
- May 28, 2017
Floyd and Brown were traveling down a public dirt road between the towns of Hardeeville and Tillman in Jasper County, S.C. on Wednesday when they saw the baby alligator crossing the road. The charge comes with a maximum fine of $300. They then released the alligator into a pond. There are federal protections in place to govern the harvesting of alligators for worldwide trade, but in this case, experts say no federal protection applies. (more...)
Ramadan starts Saturday in Saudi
- May 28, 2017
Muslims are required to abstain from food, drink, smoking and sex during the daylight hours of the holy month, which shifts from year to year on the lunar calendar. "US ambassadors are encouraged to celebrate Ramadan through a variety of activities, which are held annually at missions around the world". "Such acts only steel our resolve to defeat the terrorists and their perverted ideology", he said. (more...)
- May 28, 2017
Muslims are required to abstain from food, drink, smoking and sex during the daylight hours of the holy month, which shifts from year to year on the lunar calendar. "US ambassadors are encouraged to celebrate Ramadan through a variety of activities, which are held annually at missions around the world". "Such acts only steel our resolve to defeat the terrorists and their perverted ideology", he said. (more...)
White House mum on new Kushner allegations in Russian Federation probe
- May 28, 2017
The story about the alleged phone calls was reported by Reuters , the day after reports about Kushner, Trump's son-in-law, now being part of a federal investigation into Trump associates allegedly colluding with Russian Federation to win the 2016 White House race. (more...)
- May 28, 2017
The story about the alleged phone calls was reported by Reuters , the day after reports about Kushner, Trump's son-in-law, now being part of a federal investigation into Trump associates allegedly colluding with Russian Federation to win the 2016 White House race. (more...)
Trump Tells Confidants He's Pulling Out Of The Paris Climate Agreement
- May 28, 2017
A Canadian government official who spoke to reporters about the 30-minute conversation between Trump and Trudeau on the condition of anonymity said that while the two leaders also spoke about worldwide security, they did not discuss intelligence-sharing. (more...)
- May 28, 2017
A Canadian government official who spoke to reporters about the 30-minute conversation between Trump and Trudeau on the condition of anonymity said that while the two leaders also spoke about worldwide security, they did not discuss intelligence-sharing. (more...)
National Security Adviser: 'Not Concerned' About Kushner Back-channel Reports
- May 28, 2017
The Washington Post said the secret proposal was made on December 1 or 2 at Trump Tower in NY, according to intercepts of Russian communications that were reviewed by U.S. Jared Kushner reportedly sought a secret line of communication with Moscow and failed to disclose several conversations with Russian officials prior to his father-in-law, USA president Donald Trump , taking office. (more...)
- May 28, 2017
The Washington Post said the secret proposal was made on December 1 or 2 at Trump Tower in NY, according to intercepts of Russian communications that were reviewed by U.S. Jared Kushner reportedly sought a secret line of communication with Moscow and failed to disclose several conversations with Russian officials prior to his father-in-law, USA president Donald Trump , taking office. (more...)
Trump refuses to commit to climate change agreement at G7 summit
- May 28, 2017
German Chancellor Angela Merkel, Tunisian President Beji Caid Essebsi and President Trump at Saturday's G7 summit in Italy. Why is there no deal on climate change? Donald Trump continued to distance himself from fellow world leaders over climate change at the G-7 summit, and said he'll determine next week whether to pull the US out of the landmark Paris climate accord. (more...)
- May 28, 2017
German Chancellor Angela Merkel, Tunisian President Beji Caid Essebsi and President Trump at Saturday's G7 summit in Italy. Why is there no deal on climate change? Donald Trump continued to distance himself from fellow world leaders over climate change at the G-7 summit, and said he'll determine next week whether to pull the US out of the landmark Paris climate accord. (more...)
'What are you feeding him?': Pope takes jibe at Trump
- May 28, 2017
Both sides had been determined that the meeting would emphasise areas of agreement between the new administration and the Vatican, after some pointed exchanges between the two leaders over the previous year. Melania and Ivanka Trump covered their heads as a sign of papal respect, a gesture they did not do in Saudi Arabia or Israel . Trump arrived Wednesday morning at the Apostolic Palace for an audience with the pontiff . (more...)
- May 28, 2017
Both sides had been determined that the meeting would emphasise areas of agreement between the new administration and the Vatican, after some pointed exchanges between the two leaders over the previous year. Melania and Ivanka Trump covered their heads as a sign of papal respect, a gesture they did not do in Saudi Arabia or Israel . Trump arrived Wednesday morning at the Apostolic Palace for an audience with the pontiff . (more...)
United States seeks to allay Turkish concerns over YPG
- May 28, 2017
The civil administration of the strategic city of Tabqa is going to be handed over to Tabqa's city council, the People's Protection Units (YPG) in Syria announced on Sunday, as a monitoring group has reported anti-ISIS coalition ground forces advancing on three northern axes towards Raqqa. (more...)
- May 28, 2017
The civil administration of the strategic city of Tabqa is going to be handed over to Tabqa's city council, the People's Protection Units (YPG) in Syria announced on Sunday, as a monitoring group has reported anti-ISIS coalition ground forces advancing on three northern axes towards Raqqa. (more...)
Police issue photo of Manchester attacker, believe bomb made in city apartment
- May 28, 2017
Details about the benefit concert haven't been announced yet. "My heart, prayers and deepest condolences are with the victims of the Manchester Attack and their loved ones", she wrote. See the touching letter she shared with her fans that will break your heart. Police say they have tracked down a large part of the network linked to suicide bomber Salman Abedi - with "thousands of exhibits" now being examined by investigators. (more...)
- May 28, 2017
Details about the benefit concert haven't been announced yet. "My heart, prayers and deepest condolences are with the victims of the Manchester Attack and their loved ones", she wrote. See the touching letter she shared with her fans that will break your heart. Police say they have tracked down a large part of the network linked to suicide bomber Salman Abedi - with "thousands of exhibits" now being examined by investigators. (more...)
Torrential downpours, thunder and flooding possible say Met Office
- May 28, 2017
Met Office forecaster Emma Sharples said there was "a chance" of breaking the record. However clouds will then thicken then turn humid, with thunderstorms and torrential downpours possible overnight. Outbreaks of rain are then likely to soon spread, perhaps turning heavy at times, with thunder possible. Heavy and thundery showers have been forecast with the potential of hail, frequent lightning and localised flooding. (more...)
- May 28, 2017
Met Office forecaster Emma Sharples said there was "a chance" of breaking the record. However clouds will then thicken then turn humid, with thunderstorms and torrential downpours possible overnight. Outbreaks of rain are then likely to soon spread, perhaps turning heavy at times, with thunder possible. Heavy and thundery showers have been forecast with the potential of hail, frequent lightning and localised flooding. (more...)
FA Cup hero Ramsey calls for Wenger to stay
- May 28, 2017
ARSENE WENGER says he will make a decision on his future as Arsenal manager this week after winning the FA Cup for the third time in four years. "Maybe now we're a bit sad, but we shouldn't forget the unbelievable season we've had being ( Premier League ) champions", Courtois said. "He put it on a plate for me to score the victor". (more...)
- May 28, 2017
ARSENE WENGER says he will make a decision on his future as Arsenal manager this week after winning the FA Cup for the third time in four years. "Maybe now we're a bit sad, but we shouldn't forget the unbelievable season we've had being ( Premier League ) champions", Courtois said. "He put it on a plate for me to score the victor". (more...)
New Russia probe leaks threaten to derail Donald Trump's foreign trip
- May 28, 2017
President Vladimir Putin described the United States media claims as "political schizophrenia" and said that Russian Federation could provide the transcript of the conversation. The memo focused on Comeys handling of the Hillary Clinton email investigation, particularly the FBI directors decision to divulge details to the public at various junctures during her presidential campaign against Trump . (more...)
- May 28, 2017
President Vladimir Putin described the United States media claims as "political schizophrenia" and said that Russian Federation could provide the transcript of the conversation. The memo focused on Comeys handling of the Hillary Clinton email investigation, particularly the FBI directors decision to divulge details to the public at various junctures during her presidential campaign against Trump . (more...)
4 climbers, including 1 American, die on Mount Everest
- May 28, 2017
Another from Slovakia, also 50, died Sunday afternoon in the area known as the Death Zone due to conditions that can lead to altitude sickness. In 2015, he was on the mountain when an natural disaster in Nepal triggered an avalanche that killed 18 climbers. (more...)
- May 28, 2017
Another from Slovakia, also 50, died Sunday afternoon in the area known as the Death Zone due to conditions that can lead to altitude sickness. In 2015, he was on the mountain when an natural disaster in Nepal triggered an avalanche that killed 18 climbers. (more...)
Beijing, ASEAN take step toward rules for South China Sea
- May 28, 2017
On Thursday, China and members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) agreed to draft a framework for a code of conduct on the disputed region at a meeting in the southwestern Chinese city of Guiyan. This comes just days after the two rivals said they would work to "manage and properly control" their maritime disputes. "The Philippines engaged China in a frank discussion on possible explorations in the West Philippine Sea". (more...)
- May 28, 2017
On Thursday, China and members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) agreed to draft a framework for a code of conduct on the disputed region at a meeting in the southwestern Chinese city of Guiyan. This comes just days after the two rivals said they would work to "manage and properly control" their maritime disputes. "The Philippines engaged China in a frank discussion on possible explorations in the West Philippine Sea". (more...)
'America First': Trump pushes Montenegro PM aside, rebukes North Atlantic Treaty Organisation members
- May 28, 2017
European Union leaders Jean-Claude Juncker and Donald Tusk met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Thursday in an effort to rebuild ties amid tensions over Turkey's European Union accession and human rights. Some of the allies - particularly Eastern European nations deeply anxious about Russian aggression - were hopeful that Trump would state a firm commitment to NATO's Article 5 mutual defense agreement, which underpins the entire alliance. (more...)
- May 28, 2017
European Union leaders Jean-Claude Juncker and Donald Tusk met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Thursday in an effort to rebuild ties amid tensions over Turkey's European Union accession and human rights. Some of the allies - particularly Eastern European nations deeply anxious about Russian aggression - were hopeful that Trump would state a firm commitment to NATO's Article 5 mutual defense agreement, which underpins the entire alliance. (more...)
McMaster 'not concerned' following Kushner reports
- May 28, 2017
Kushner was a private citizen at the time, not a USA government official although he was acting on behalf of the incoming U.S. government and in an official capacity having an interim security clearance. Sally Yates, the former acting attorney general, told Congress this month that that deception left Flynn vulnerable to being blackmailed by the Russians. (more...)
- May 28, 2017
Kushner was a private citizen at the time, not a USA government official although he was acting on behalf of the incoming U.S. government and in an official capacity having an interim security clearance. Sally Yates, the former acting attorney general, told Congress this month that that deception left Flynn vulnerable to being blackmailed by the Russians. (more...)
Philippines' Duterte jokes about rape amid concern over martial law abuses
- May 28, 2017
Duterte made the comments in jest during a speech to soldiers on Mindanao island, where he imposed military rule law on Tuesday to try to crush ISIL-linked fighters, who have been battling the army after laying siege to Marawi City. Eduardo Ano. He said to the troops: "We will win, right?" 'They have been sending us text messages, calling our hotline, requesting us to send rescue teams but we can not simply go to areas which are inaccessible to us. (more...)
- May 28, 2017
Duterte made the comments in jest during a speech to soldiers on Mindanao island, where he imposed military rule law on Tuesday to try to crush ISIL-linked fighters, who have been battling the army after laying siege to Marawi City. Eduardo Ano. He said to the troops: "We will win, right?" 'They have been sending us text messages, calling our hotline, requesting us to send rescue teams but we can not simply go to areas which are inaccessible to us. (more...)
Former Greek PM recovering from terror attack
- May 28, 2017
The 69-year-old, who headed an interim coalition government at the height of Greece's fiscal crisis, was reportedly wounded as he read his post in the back of a black Mercedes. Earlier this year, a group called Conspiracy Cells of Fire, claimed responsibility for sending parcel bombs to the German Finance Ministry and the Paris office of the International Monetary Fund , where a small explosion injured one person. (more...)
- May 28, 2017
The 69-year-old, who headed an interim coalition government at the height of Greece's fiscal crisis, was reportedly wounded as he read his post in the back of a black Mercedes. Earlier this year, a group called Conspiracy Cells of Fire, claimed responsibility for sending parcel bombs to the German Finance Ministry and the Paris office of the International Monetary Fund , where a small explosion injured one person. (more...)
Britain's Heathrow airport says expects more delays and cancellations of BA flights
- May 28, 2017
Paddy Anigbo, a Nigerian national visiting his wife in the United Kingdom on their wedding anniversary, said his plane sat on the tarmac at Heathrow for about four hours after landing. The airline experienced severe delays and some cancellations to its flights in July and September a year ago due to similar issues. All of BA's check-in and operational systems were affected, including customer services phone lines and the facility used for re-booking flights. (more...)
- May 28, 2017
Paddy Anigbo, a Nigerian national visiting his wife in the United Kingdom on their wedding anniversary, said his plane sat on the tarmac at Heathrow for about four hours after landing. The airline experienced severe delays and some cancellations to its flights in July and September a year ago due to similar issues. All of BA's check-in and operational systems were affected, including customer services phone lines and the facility used for re-booking flights. (more...)
Police arrest man in connection with Manchester blast
- May 28, 2017
British police stopped sharing information about the Manchester suicide bombing with the United States on Thursday after leaks to US media that police said had risked compromising their investigations. He said the relationship between the United States and Britain was the most cherished of all US ties. In Libya, killer Salman Abedi's father and brother are in detention. (more...)
- May 28, 2017
British police stopped sharing information about the Manchester suicide bombing with the United States on Thursday after leaks to US media that police said had risked compromising their investigations. He said the relationship between the United States and Britain was the most cherished of all US ties. In Libya, killer Salman Abedi's father and brother are in detention. (more...)
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