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Portland Mayor Wants Pro-Trump, Anti-Sharia Rallies Canceled After Train Stabbings
- May 31, 2017
Jeremy Joseph Christian , 35, of North Portland , Oregon is pictured in this undated handout photo . They fearlessly risked their lives for two young women who were threatened by an act of bigotry & terror. "Prison took the real him away", she said. Macy recalled Namkai-Meche holding a phone up to Christian, she wasn't sure if he was recording the incident or showing him something. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Jeremy Joseph Christian , 35, of North Portland , Oregon is pictured in this undated handout photo . They fearlessly risked their lives for two young women who were threatened by an act of bigotry & terror. "Prison took the real him away", she said. Macy recalled Namkai-Meche holding a phone up to Christian, she wasn't sure if he was recording the incident or showing him something. (more...)
Modi urges Europe to play lead role in defeating terrorism
- May 31, 2017
Germany's foreign minister sharply criticized U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday for pursuing national interests while ignoring Western values and putting peace at risk, Anadolu reported . "They (German-American relations) are a firm pillar of our foreign and security policy, and Germany will continue to work to strengthen these relations". (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Germany's foreign minister sharply criticized U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday for pursuing national interests while ignoring Western values and putting peace at risk, Anadolu reported . "They (German-American relations) are a firm pillar of our foreign and security policy, and Germany will continue to work to strengthen these relations". (more...)
Trump condemns fatal OR stabbings; says victims stood against hate
- May 31, 2017
Hudson's daughter, Destinee, said Christian approached her and her friend, who was wearing a hijab, and told them "to go back to Saudi Arabia" and "get out of his country". Macy said she couldn't see the target or targets of Christian's threats, but it appeared as if the three men placed themselves between Christian and two teenage girls. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Hudson's daughter, Destinee, said Christian approached her and her friend, who was wearing a hijab, and told them "to go back to Saudi Arabia" and "get out of his country". Macy said she couldn't see the target or targets of Christian's threats, but it appeared as if the three men placed themselves between Christian and two teenage girls. (more...)
Former US presidential advisor Brzeziński dies
- May 31, 2017
Former President Carter said in a statement Friday night, "Rosalynn and I are saddened by the death of Zbigniew Brzezinski". Brzezinski's time in office between 1977 and 1981 under President Carter saw a USA thaw with China and the severing of ties with Taiwan, and the brokering of Camp David Accords between Egypt and Israel . (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Former President Carter said in a statement Friday night, "Rosalynn and I are saddened by the death of Zbigniew Brzezinski". Brzezinski's time in office between 1977 and 1981 under President Carter saw a USA thaw with China and the severing of ties with Taiwan, and the brokering of Camp David Accords between Egypt and Israel . (more...)
Nebraska regents expected to raise tuition with budget vote
- May 31, 2017
Bounds outlined the plan that he will submit to the university's Board of Regents on Thursday. Bounds needs to close a $49 million reoccurring gap to the NU budget over the next two years, thanks to state budget cuts that will affect the state's contribution to the NU system. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Bounds outlined the plan that he will submit to the university's Board of Regents on Thursday. Bounds needs to close a $49 million reoccurring gap to the NU budget over the next two years, thanks to state budget cuts that will affect the state's contribution to the NU system. (more...)
Russian, Egyptian ministers meet in Cairo
- May 31, 2017
Both sides reiterated that for counter-terrorist efforts to have any effect, the fight against this global threat must be carried out jointly, RT reported. The two Russian ministers will also have more in-depth talks with their Egyptian counterparts in the afternoon, with particular emphasis on the situation in Libya and Syria. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Both sides reiterated that for counter-terrorist efforts to have any effect, the fight against this global threat must be carried out jointly, RT reported. The two Russian ministers will also have more in-depth talks with their Egyptian counterparts in the afternoon, with particular emphasis on the situation in Libya and Syria. (more...)
Summer Reading events at selected OCPL locations, part one
- May 31, 2017
Come and enjoy the bounce house, cotton candy, popcorn, snow cones along with registering for the program. Teen and Adult programs will begin Monday, June 5. Kids who read 8 books and list them on their Reading Log, and have 3 stamps from their library visits, will get to choose a prize from the Prize Box. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Come and enjoy the bounce house, cotton candy, popcorn, snow cones along with registering for the program. Teen and Adult programs will begin Monday, June 5. Kids who read 8 books and list them on their Reading Log, and have 3 stamps from their library visits, will get to choose a prize from the Prize Box. (more...)
Trump administration close to finishing review of Cuba policy
- May 31, 2017
He told TheDC in 2015 that the "concept of opening with Cuba is fine", but on the campaign trail he threatened to "terminate" deals that the Obama administration made with Cuba.The campaign trail rhetoric carried over into the administration, as Trump said in a February press conference that he has "very similar views" on Cuba as Sen. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
He told TheDC in 2015 that the "concept of opening with Cuba is fine", but on the campaign trail he threatened to "terminate" deals that the Obama administration made with Cuba.The campaign trail rhetoric carried over into the administration, as Trump said in a February press conference that he has "very similar views" on Cuba as Sen. (more...)
Chechnya's leader invites Macron, Merkel to visit his region
- May 31, 2017
In answering a reporter's question, Macron minced no words in explaining why his campaign team had shut out two Russian-associated news organizations, Russia Today and Sputnik . Macron , who took office two weeks ago, has said dialogue with Russian Federation is vital in tackling a number of global disputes. Mr Putin declined to comment on the media ban, but brushed off the hacking allegations , saying: "Actions can not be based on hunches, hunches that are moreover unconfirmed". (more...)
- May 31, 2017
In answering a reporter's question, Macron minced no words in explaining why his campaign team had shut out two Russian-associated news organizations, Russia Today and Sputnik . Macron , who took office two weeks ago, has said dialogue with Russian Federation is vital in tackling a number of global disputes. Mr Putin declined to comment on the media ban, but brushed off the hacking allegations , saying: "Actions can not be based on hunches, hunches that are moreover unconfirmed". (more...)
White House communications director resigns amid tensions
- May 31, 2017
Dubke was not a beloved addition to the Trump team, and some in the West Wing made their feelings known on the subject of his appointment nearly immediately. "No president has ever seen a permanent obstruction campaign like President Trump ", Bossie said. He's always proven that. A White House spokeswoman "strongly denied" this was the case. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Dubke was not a beloved addition to the Trump team, and some in the West Wing made their feelings known on the subject of his appointment nearly immediately. "No president has ever seen a permanent obstruction campaign like President Trump ", Bossie said. He's always proven that. A White House spokeswoman "strongly denied" this was the case. (more...)
Vladimir Putin calls allegations of Russian interference in U.S. election "fiction"
- May 31, 2017
He said he wasn't sure if France's Syria policy was "independent" because it was part of a US-led alliance, adding that Paris and Moscow had points of disagreement and agreement over Syria. But he also reiterated Russia's view that Syrian President Bashar Assad's forces weren't responsible for a fatal chemical attack in Syria in April. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
He said he wasn't sure if France's Syria policy was "independent" because it was part of a US-led alliance, adding that Paris and Moscow had points of disagreement and agreement over Syria. But he also reiterated Russia's view that Syrian President Bashar Assad's forces weren't responsible for a fatal chemical attack in Syria in April. (more...)
Military Chiefs of S.Korea, US, Japan Hold Video Conference
- May 31, 2017
The North's official Korean Central News Agency reported that the Pukguksong-2 will now be produced and deployed throughout the country. "We left all possibilities open", the official said, "including the possibility that it could be a drone, and responded according to operational procedure from this perspective". (more...)
- May 31, 2017
The North's official Korean Central News Agency reported that the Pukguksong-2 will now be produced and deployed throughout the country. "We left all possibilities open", the official said, "including the possibility that it could be a drone, and responded according to operational procedure from this perspective". (more...)
Video shows Oregon's stabbing suspect's rant before attack
- May 31, 2017
Fletcher is a student at Portland State University and was taking the train from classes to his job at a pizza shop when the attack occurred. The third victim is still in serious condition at a hospital. Chapman was arrested at a March 4 protest in Berkeley, the birthplace of the USA free speech movement in the 1960s that has become a flashpoint for the extreme left and right since Trump's election. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Fletcher is a student at Portland State University and was taking the train from classes to his job at a pizza shop when the attack occurred. The third victim is still in serious condition at a hospital. Chapman was arrested at a March 4 protest in Berkeley, the birthplace of the USA free speech movement in the 1960s that has become a flashpoint for the extreme left and right since Trump's election. (more...)
Police say Tiger Woods' vehicle showed fresh damage
- May 31, 2017
Woods has denied alcohol led to his arrest and insisted he had an "unexpected reaction" to prescription drugs . Jupiter police discovered Woods early Monday on the side of the road, with his vehicle running, its brake lights illuminated and right turn signal flashing, according to the arrest report released earlier Tuesday. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Woods has denied alcohol led to his arrest and insisted he had an "unexpected reaction" to prescription drugs . Jupiter police discovered Woods early Monday on the side of the road, with his vehicle running, its brake lights illuminated and right turn signal flashing, according to the arrest report released earlier Tuesday. (more...)
Kushner asked to 'lay low' amid Russian interference reports
- May 31, 2017
Federal investigators and several congressional committees are looking into any connections between Russian Federation and the Trump campaign, including allegations that there may have been collaboration to help Mr Trump and harm his Democratic opponent, Hillary Clinton . (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Federal investigators and several congressional committees are looking into any connections between Russian Federation and the Trump campaign, including allegations that there may have been collaboration to help Mr Trump and harm his Democratic opponent, Hillary Clinton . (more...)
Trump defends Kushner following Russian Federation investigation
- May 31, 2017
Trump , who had been uncharacteristically quiet on Twitter during his nine-day trip overseas, resumed his favorite pastime with fury on Sunday, dismissing allegations of Russian Federation ties as "fake news" and "fabricated lies". Sen. Lindsey Graham , a Republican from SC, said on CNN's " State of the Union " that he was skeptical of the back-channel story because he did not trust Russian officials. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Trump , who had been uncharacteristically quiet on Twitter during his nine-day trip overseas, resumed his favorite pastime with fury on Sunday, dismissing allegations of Russian Federation ties as "fake news" and "fabricated lies". Sen. Lindsey Graham , a Republican from SC, said on CNN's " State of the Union " that he was skeptical of the back-channel story because he did not trust Russian officials. (more...)
White House pushes back on Russia allegations
- May 31, 2017
This comes after Spicer sidestepped how the president cited a report based on anonymous sources in order to deny that Jared Kushner asked to set up a backchannel communications line between the White House and Russian Federation. Jane Harman (D-Calif.), and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. "He's very pleased with the work of his staff". ACOSTA: Can you give an example of fake news, Sean? CNN's Jim Acosta , who has notably sparred with Trump over the concept of "fake news", ... (more...)
- May 31, 2017
This comes after Spicer sidestepped how the president cited a report based on anonymous sources in order to deny that Jared Kushner asked to set up a backchannel communications line between the White House and Russian Federation. Jane Harman (D-Calif.), and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. "He's very pleased with the work of his staff". ACOSTA: Can you give an example of fake news, Sean? CNN's Jim Acosta , who has notably sparred with Trump over the concept of "fake news", ... (more...)
Conway Promises Trump Won't Get Rid Of White House Press Briefings
- May 31, 2017
The latest reports in the Russian Federation matter said Kushner spoke with Russia's ambassador to the United States about setting up secret communications with Moscow during the presidential transition. The scrutiny includes Kushner's dealings with Russian Federation. He unleashed a flurry of tweets, lashing out at what he called the "fake news" media. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
The latest reports in the Russian Federation matter said Kushner spoke with Russia's ambassador to the United States about setting up secret communications with Moscow during the presidential transition. The scrutiny includes Kushner's dealings with Russian Federation. He unleashed a flurry of tweets, lashing out at what he called the "fake news" media. (more...)
Trump claims Kushner leaks 'fabricated lies'
- May 31, 2017
It was a tumultuous Memorial Day weekend for the White House, particularly President Trump's senior adviser and son-in-law, Jared Kushner , who was the subject of a series of bombshell reports that punctuated the end of the president's first trip overseas with fresh controversy. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
It was a tumultuous Memorial Day weekend for the White House, particularly President Trump's senior adviser and son-in-law, Jared Kushner , who was the subject of a series of bombshell reports that punctuated the end of the president's first trip overseas with fresh controversy. (more...)
White House Briefing Amid Reports Of Staff Changes, Russia Developments
- May 31, 2017
Dubke for not getting positive press anymore. "And someone from the BBC said , and ultimately an incoming reporter from The New York Times retweeted, the president was being rude by disrespecting the Italian prime minister", Spicer said. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Dubke for not getting positive press anymore. "And someone from the BBC said , and ultimately an incoming reporter from The New York Times retweeted, the president was being rude by disrespecting the Italian prime minister", Spicer said. (more...)
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