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Germany's Merkel calls for faster progress on EU-India trade deal
- May 30, 2017
Modi, who along with Merkel held the fourth India-Germany Intergovernmental Consultations ( IGC ) to set a roadmap for the bilateral strategic ties, said they conducted a comprehensive review of bilateral relations. The SPD have made clear they will resist pressure from Trump for Germany to ramp up defence spending, another issue that resonates well with German voters. (more...)
- May 30, 2017
Modi, who along with Merkel held the fourth India-Germany Intergovernmental Consultations ( IGC ) to set a roadmap for the bilateral strategic ties, said they conducted a comprehensive review of bilateral relations. The SPD have made clear they will resist pressure from Trump for Germany to ramp up defence spending, another issue that resonates well with German voters. (more...)
Trump repeats criticism of Germany, Merkel stands by stance
- May 30, 2017
She said that in the year 2000, India and Germany had agreed to have a strategic partnership and in 2011both sides had enhanced their strength and partnership by agreeing to have inter-governmental consultations. "Donald Trump is making clear with his tweet that he considers Germany a political opponent", said Thomas Oppermann, the parliamentary caucus leader of the Social Democrats, the junior partners in Merkel's coalition government. (more...)
- May 30, 2017
She said that in the year 2000, India and Germany had agreed to have a strategic partnership and in 2011both sides had enhanced their strength and partnership by agreeing to have inter-governmental consultations. "Donald Trump is making clear with his tweet that he considers Germany a political opponent", said Thomas Oppermann, the parliamentary caucus leader of the Social Democrats, the junior partners in Merkel's coalition government. (more...)
Election day ahead: May and Corbyn to face Paxman, but not together
- May 30, 2017
Mr Paxman interviewed Ms May and Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn separately as part of the Sky News/Channel 4 Battle for Number 10 programme, with each facing questions from the audience ahead of the interview. He added: "You should never be so high and mighty you can't listen to somebody else and learn something from them". Mr Corbyn defended his description of the Palestinian group Hamas as "friends" and his comment that the killing of Osama bin Laden by U.S. (more...)
- May 30, 2017
Mr Paxman interviewed Ms May and Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn separately as part of the Sky News/Channel 4 Battle for Number 10 programme, with each facing questions from the audience ahead of the interview. He added: "You should never be so high and mighty you can't listen to somebody else and learn something from them". Mr Corbyn defended his description of the Palestinian group Hamas as "friends" and his comment that the killing of Osama bin Laden by U.S. (more...)
Iran's president mocks Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia as 'just a show'
- May 30, 2017
Speaking about U.S. President Donald Trump's recent visit to Saudi Arabia , he said Trump has visited a country which does not know the meaning of elections and its people never saw polling boxes. "We hope that Europe will not fall into the trap of countries that promote their erroneous interpretations in the region", added Rouhani. A senior European Union diplomat said yesterday (17 January) that the foreign policy team of US President-elect Donald Trump had misunderstood the Iran ... (more...)
- May 30, 2017
Speaking about U.S. President Donald Trump's recent visit to Saudi Arabia , he said Trump has visited a country which does not know the meaning of elections and its people never saw polling boxes. "We hope that Europe will not fall into the trap of countries that promote their erroneous interpretations in the region", added Rouhani. A senior European Union diplomat said yesterday (17 January) that the foreign policy team of US President-elect Donald Trump had misunderstood the Iran ... (more...)
Slight chance for rain later today, showers possible this weekend
- May 30, 2017
It'll be slightly warmer and drier as we head into Thursday , but rain chances pick up Friday and into the weekend. A few rounds of showers are expected to slide into northwest New England. Thursday looks absolutely pleasant with sunny skies and comfortable temperatures in the mid 70s. Small rain chance. Highs in the upper 80s. Temperatures moderate further on Wednesday with highs in the 70s, and a better chance for thunderstorms making it all the way from the mountains to the coast by ... (more...)
- May 30, 2017
It'll be slightly warmer and drier as we head into Thursday , but rain chances pick up Friday and into the weekend. A few rounds of showers are expected to slide into northwest New England. Thursday looks absolutely pleasant with sunny skies and comfortable temperatures in the mid 70s. Small rain chance. Highs in the upper 80s. Temperatures moderate further on Wednesday with highs in the 70s, and a better chance for thunderstorms making it all the way from the mountains to the coast by ... (more...)
Netanyahu's pledge: Jerusalem 'will not be divided again'
- May 30, 2017
President, is truly historic". "The US has promised to maintain Israel's qualitative advantage in the Middle East", the premier stated. He called on the United Nations and the global community to deter Israel and stop its provocative behavior, respect the status quo in Jerusalem and holy places and hold its responsibility to end the occupation for all. (more...)
- May 30, 2017
President, is truly historic". "The US has promised to maintain Israel's qualitative advantage in the Middle East", the premier stated. He called on the United Nations and the global community to deter Israel and stop its provocative behavior, respect the status quo in Jerusalem and holy places and hold its responsibility to end the occupation for all. (more...)
Trump still 'wide open' on climate change, Pentagon chief says
- May 30, 2017
The G7 leaders met late last week in Taormina, Italy, and naturally climate change was on the agenda. If Trump has already made his decision regarding the deal, then it would be a break from what he's said publicly this week. Minutes after Mr Trump and his entourage left Washington for Saudi Arabia on May 19, two news stories broke: that the President had described recently fired FBI Director James Comey as a "nut job" during his meeting with Russia's foreign minister and ambassador ... (more...)
- May 30, 2017
The G7 leaders met late last week in Taormina, Italy, and naturally climate change was on the agenda. If Trump has already made his decision regarding the deal, then it would be a break from what he's said publicly this week. Minutes after Mr Trump and his entourage left Washington for Saudi Arabia on May 19, two news stories broke: that the President had described recently fired FBI Director James Comey as a "nut job" during his meeting with Russia's foreign minister and ambassador ... (more...)
Texas Lt. Gov. Calls Out House Members at End of Legislative Session
- May 30, 2017
Patrick wants the House to approve his top priorities dealing with bathroom regulations and property tax reform . The two chambers adjourned late at night, without any apparent compromise on those issues, which Patrick has said are worth carrying into an overtime round. (more...)
- May 30, 2017
Patrick wants the House to approve his top priorities dealing with bathroom regulations and property tax reform . The two chambers adjourned late at night, without any apparent compromise on those issues, which Patrick has said are worth carrying into an overtime round. (more...)
Cleveland fires 1 officer, suspends 2nd in Rice shooting
- May 30, 2017
A disciplinary letter against Loehmann has previously cited his failure to reveal during the Cleveland police application process that a suburban department allowed him to resign instead of being fired at the end of a six-month probationary period. (more...)
- May 30, 2017
A disciplinary letter against Loehmann has previously cited his failure to reveal during the Cleveland police application process that a suburban department allowed him to resign instead of being fired at the end of a six-month probationary period. (more...)
Gas Prices Rise in Wenatchee, Drop Elsewhere in Washington
- May 30, 2017
SC was No. 1, at $2.03 per gallon, while California was last with an average of $3.11 per gallon. AAA Northeast reported Tuesday that with the 3-cent increase, self-serve regular is now 6 cents lower than the national per-gallon average but 3 cents higher than the MA price a year ago. (more...)
- May 30, 2017
SC was No. 1, at $2.03 per gallon, while California was last with an average of $3.11 per gallon. AAA Northeast reported Tuesday that with the 3-cent increase, self-serve regular is now 6 cents lower than the national per-gallon average but 3 cents higher than the MA price a year ago. (more...)
Arsenal win record 13th FA Cup
- May 30, 2017
He was all smiles though as he joined the ecstatic celebrations on the Wembley pitch where Aaron Ramsey's late header ensured Arsenal have now won three of the last four FA Cups after an interminable 10-year trophy drought. It's the board who has to decide who will lead the club in the future and, if they want me, I have to decide: "'Do I say yes or no?'" Wenger told the club's official website : "It feels special because I feel we beat the record of winning the cup and we needed ... (more...)
- May 30, 2017
He was all smiles though as he joined the ecstatic celebrations on the Wembley pitch where Aaron Ramsey's late header ensured Arsenal have now won three of the last four FA Cups after an interminable 10-year trophy drought. It's the board who has to decide who will lead the club in the future and, if they want me, I have to decide: "'Do I say yes or no?'" Wenger told the club's official website : "It feels special because I feel we beat the record of winning the cup and we needed ... (more...)
Memorial Day ceremony held at Bay Pines
- May 30, 2017
Still, it is a risky service that our troops face. Simply put, it is to honor those who died while serving in the military. but it is a little more complex than that. Our brothers that have passed on are with us here today. It is inconceivable to imagine the sacrifice that hundreds of thousands of families have made because loved ones were called upon to serve their country . (more...)
- May 30, 2017
Still, it is a risky service that our troops face. Simply put, it is to honor those who died while serving in the military. but it is a little more complex than that. Our brothers that have passed on are with us here today. It is inconceivable to imagine the sacrifice that hundreds of thousands of families have made because loved ones were called upon to serve their country . (more...)
Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor the fallen
- May 30, 2017
The event was just one piece of a full day dedicated to remembering service members. "I'm glad to see that the people are realizing that, yes, we did sign that blank check many, many years ago". "I think it promotes patriotism for our county and for the blessings we have as Americans", Bott said. The largest and longest standing ovation was given to the handful of World War II veterans in the crowd. (more...)
- May 30, 2017
The event was just one piece of a full day dedicated to remembering service members. "I'm glad to see that the people are realizing that, yes, we did sign that blank check many, many years ago". "I think it promotes patriotism for our county and for the blessings we have as Americans", Bott said. The largest and longest standing ovation was given to the handful of World War II veterans in the crowd. (more...)
India appeals to United Nations court to halt execution of 'spy'
- May 30, 2017
He said the Indian Spy was sentenced to death after fulfilling all necessary legal procedures and Indian Spy was also given council to defend allegation against him. Union Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) Jitendra Singh on Monday reassured everyone that Indian national Kulbhushan Jadhav will get justice in the International Court of Justice (ICJ). (more...)
- May 30, 2017
He said the Indian Spy was sentenced to death after fulfilling all necessary legal procedures and Indian Spy was also given council to defend allegation against him. Union Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) Jitendra Singh on Monday reassured everyone that Indian national Kulbhushan Jadhav will get justice in the International Court of Justice (ICJ). (more...)
German poll: Lead for Merkel's conservative bloc widens
- May 30, 2017
Merkel said Sunday at a campaign event in Bavaria that " the times in which we can fully count on others are somewhat over, as I have experienced in the past few days". Merkel closed out her Munich speech drinking a mug of beer surrounded by supporters doing the same. Although her message was partly aimed at her own electorate, it was a measure of how badly relations have deteriorated with Trump's United States that hitting Washington now wins votes while working with it could be perilous. (more...)
- May 30, 2017
Merkel said Sunday at a campaign event in Bavaria that " the times in which we can fully count on others are somewhat over, as I have experienced in the past few days". Merkel closed out her Munich speech drinking a mug of beer surrounded by supporters doing the same. Although her message was partly aimed at her own electorate, it was a measure of how badly relations have deteriorated with Trump's United States that hitting Washington now wins votes while working with it could be perilous. (more...)
Manuel Noriega, former dictator of Panama, dies at age 83
- May 30, 2017
Indeed, Noriega was so trusted by the USA that, as CNN notes , the US government requested that he travel to Cuba to seek the release of "two American freighters seized by Cuba" in 1971. Carolina Cruz , a 65-year-old housewife, said "Noriega leaves open wounds". One was Colombian cocaine kingpin Carlos Lehder, who provided hearsay as evidence, and like most of the other witnesses, he had never met nor had dealings with the general. (more...)
- May 30, 2017
Indeed, Noriega was so trusted by the USA that, as CNN notes , the US government requested that he travel to Cuba to seek the release of "two American freighters seized by Cuba" in 1971. Carolina Cruz , a 65-year-old housewife, said "Noriega leaves open wounds". One was Colombian cocaine kingpin Carlos Lehder, who provided hearsay as evidence, and like most of the other witnesses, he had never met nor had dealings with the general. (more...)
North Korea announces new missile, which appears to be a Scud variant
- May 30, 2017
Analysts say all of North Korea's tests , successful or not, provide information that help bring it closer to its goal of building a missile that could reach the US. But he noted that North Korea in the past had twice tested a manouvreing re-entry vehicle (MaRV) with steering fins mounted on an old-style Scud missile. (more...)
- May 30, 2017
Analysts say all of North Korea's tests , successful or not, provide information that help bring it closer to its goal of building a missile that could reach the US. But he noted that North Korea in the past had twice tested a manouvreing re-entry vehicle (MaRV) with steering fins mounted on an old-style Scud missile. (more...)
Trump considering a White House staff overhaul
- May 30, 2017
Trump also previewed remarks he's scheduled to deliver at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia, on Memorial Day. (AP Photo/Luca Bruno). Trump betrayed no awkwardness at relishing the warm embrace of one of the world's most oppressive governments. President Donald Trump and Canada's prime minister met on the sidelines of the G-7 summit to discuss economic issues. (more...)
- May 30, 2017
Trump also previewed remarks he's scheduled to deliver at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia, on Memorial Day. (AP Photo/Luca Bruno). Trump betrayed no awkwardness at relishing the warm embrace of one of the world's most oppressive governments. President Donald Trump and Canada's prime minister met on the sidelines of the G-7 summit to discuss economic issues. (more...)
Trump hails heroes at Arlington
- May 30, 2017
President Trump then went on to address all Gold Star families , referring to their fallen loved ones as "angels sent to us by God". "Let us pledge to make the most of that freedom that they so gallantly and brilliantly fought for and they died to protect", he said . (more...)
- May 30, 2017
President Trump then went on to address all Gold Star families , referring to their fallen loved ones as "angels sent to us by God". "Let us pledge to make the most of that freedom that they so gallantly and brilliantly fought for and they died to protect", he said . (more...)
Uttarakhand Board results: Aditya Ghildiyal tops 12, Aisha Gauri tops 10
- May 30, 2017
A total of 1,50,573 students appeared for the class 10 exams of which 1,10,941 made the cut. Past year overall class 12 passing percentage was 78.41% which includes the 83.14% of girls & 73.55% of boys. Uttarakhand 10th, 12th Results, Grade, Marks 2017 appears on screen. - Download the results and take a print out of the same for further reference. (more...)
- May 30, 2017
A total of 1,50,573 students appeared for the class 10 exams of which 1,10,941 made the cut. Past year overall class 12 passing percentage was 78.41% which includes the 83.14% of girls & 73.55% of boys. Uttarakhand 10th, 12th Results, Grade, Marks 2017 appears on screen. - Download the results and take a print out of the same for further reference. (more...)
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