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Trump calls for 'travel ban' amid London terror attacks
- June 04, 2017
The Metropolitan Police force declared the attacks "terrorist incidents", but there was no immediate claim of responsibility. STABBINGS ON THE STREET The incident bore similarities to a March attack on Westminster Bridge, west of London Bridge, in which a man killed five people after driving into a crowd of pedestrians before stabbing a police officer in the grounds of parliament. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
The Metropolitan Police force declared the attacks "terrorist incidents", but there was no immediate claim of responsibility. STABBINGS ON THE STREET The incident bore similarities to a March attack on Westminster Bridge, west of London Bridge, in which a man killed five people after driving into a crowd of pedestrians before stabbing a police officer in the grounds of parliament. (more...)
India making billions for signing Paris deal
- June 04, 2017
There was a mix of dismay and anger across the world. Although the long-term benefits of withdrawing from the Paris climate change agreement are debatable, to say the least, the president's somewhat blinkered approach to world affairs actually reflects the mandate given to him upon his election last November. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
There was a mix of dismay and anger across the world. Although the long-term benefits of withdrawing from the Paris climate change agreement are debatable, to say the least, the president's somewhat blinkered approach to world affairs actually reflects the mandate given to him upon his election last November. (more...)
Stay in Paris climate change deal
- June 04, 2017
Speaking to reporters on Thursday, a spokesman for President Vladimir Putin, Dmitry Peskov, said that Russian Federation "thinks highly" of the accords and there is no alternative to it. Once in power, Trump and Pruitt have moved to delay or roll back federal regulations limiting greenhouse gas emissions while pledging to revive long-struggling US coal mines. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Speaking to reporters on Thursday, a spokesman for President Vladimir Putin, Dmitry Peskov, said that Russian Federation "thinks highly" of the accords and there is no alternative to it. Once in power, Trump and Pruitt have moved to delay or roll back federal regulations limiting greenhouse gas emissions while pledging to revive long-struggling US coal mines. (more...)
Terror returns to London, six killed in attack
- June 04, 2017
Mark Roberts, a 53-year-old management consultant, told the Reuters news agency that at least six people were hit on the bridge. London Mayor Sadiq Khan said it was "deliberate and cowardly attack" on Londoners enjoying a Saturday night out. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Mark Roberts, a 53-year-old management consultant, told the Reuters news agency that at least six people were hit on the bridge. London Mayor Sadiq Khan said it was "deliberate and cowardly attack" on Londoners enjoying a Saturday night out. (more...)
Trudeau Team 'Disappointed' Over U.S. Exit From Paris Climate Accord
- June 04, 2017
Criticism also rolled in from big bank executives , such as Goldman Sachs's GS, +1.78% chief executive , Lloyd Blankfein and Larry Fink, CEO of fund-management giant BlackRock BLK, +1.63% . "I made the U.K.'s position clear to President Trump last week at the G-7 meeting, as did the other G-7 leaders, and I made the position clear to President Trump last night". (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Criticism also rolled in from big bank executives , such as Goldman Sachs's GS, +1.78% chief executive , Lloyd Blankfein and Larry Fink, CEO of fund-management giant BlackRock BLK, +1.63% . "I made the U.K.'s position clear to President Trump last week at the G-7 meeting, as did the other G-7 leaders, and I made the position clear to President Trump last night". (more...)
Defense chief: North Korea a 'clear and present danger'
- June 04, 2017
In his speech, Mattis made no mention of President Donald Trump's decision to pull the USA out of the Paris climate change agreement , a move that infuriated allies far and wide. For weeks, the United States has been negotiating with China on new measures to ratchet up the pressure on North Korea but Beijing has insisted on the need to open up dialogue. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
In his speech, Mattis made no mention of President Donald Trump's decision to pull the USA out of the Paris climate change agreement , a move that infuriated allies far and wide. For weeks, the United States has been negotiating with China on new measures to ratchet up the pressure on North Korea but Beijing has insisted on the need to open up dialogue. (more...)
Trump's lawyer will now answer all Russia-related questions, Spicer says
- June 04, 2017
Congressional investigations into the Russian Federation issue have expanded to include Trump's personal attorney, Michael Cohen, ABC News reported on Tuesday. Some YouTube users agreed that Trump probably meant to write "coverage", while others joked about ordering a grande " covfefe " at Starbucks. Dozens of definitions have been submitted the Urban Dictionary website, which crowdsources meanings for slang terms. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Congressional investigations into the Russian Federation issue have expanded to include Trump's personal attorney, Michael Cohen, ABC News reported on Tuesday. Some YouTube users agreed that Trump probably meant to write "coverage", while others joked about ordering a grande " covfefe " at Starbucks. Dozens of definitions have been submitted the Urban Dictionary website, which crowdsources meanings for slang terms. (more...)
London Mayor Sadiq Khan says election should not be postponed after attack
- June 04, 2017
Three attackers in London who drove a van into pedestrians and stabbed several people were killed by police Saturday. A security guard who oversees a number of pubs in the London Bridge area told the BBC he saw four people stabbed by three attackers. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Three attackers in London who drove a van into pedestrians and stabbed several people were killed by police Saturday. A security guard who oversees a number of pubs in the London Bridge area told the BBC he saw four people stabbed by three attackers. (more...)
The United States first tested the newest anti-ballistic missile interceptor
- June 04, 2017
Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, said , "This successful intercept test of an ICBM-like target sends a clear message to the unstable dictator in North Korea that the usa ballistic missile defense system can and will shoot down any ballistic missile threat that endangers the American people". (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, said , "This successful intercept test of an ICBM-like target sends a clear message to the unstable dictator in North Korea that the usa ballistic missile defense system can and will shoot down any ballistic missile threat that endangers the American people". (more...)
Four New England states join Paris climate goal alliance
- June 04, 2017
It marked a direct stand against the Trump administration and a formal commitment to upholding the targets of the Paris agreement . Germany's powerful auto industry said Europe would need to reassess its environmental standards to remain competitive after the "regrettable" USA decision. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
It marked a direct stand against the Trump administration and a formal commitment to upholding the targets of the Paris agreement . Germany's powerful auto industry said Europe would need to reassess its environmental standards to remain competitive after the "regrettable" USA decision. (more...)
Ireland's Ruling Party Names First Gay Prime Minister
- June 04, 2017
His father Ashok Varadkar had met his mother Miriam in 1960s when she was working in Britain's National Health Service. Varadkar, who at 38 will also be Ireland's youngest-ever prime minister, won the contest with 60 percent against his rival Simon Coveney on 40 percent. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
His father Ashok Varadkar had met his mother Miriam in 1960s when she was working in Britain's National Health Service. Varadkar, who at 38 will also be Ireland's youngest-ever prime minister, won the contest with 60 percent against his rival Simon Coveney on 40 percent. (more...)
London Police Say Plan to Deploy More Units Following Saturday Terror Incidents
- June 04, 2017
An eyewitness told Sky News he saw people who seemed to have been run over and people being placed in an ambulance covered in blankets. Soon after, there were reported stabbings at nearby Borough Market , an area full of bars and restaurants. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
An eyewitness told Sky News he saw people who seemed to have been run over and people being placed in an ambulance covered in blankets. Soon after, there were reported stabbings at nearby Borough Market , an area full of bars and restaurants. (more...)
Philippine police identify perpetrator of deadly Friday Manila resort attack
- June 04, 2017
Employees of Resorts World Manila complex return to work on Saturday, June 3, 2017, a day after a gunman stormed the crowded Manila casino in Pasay city, southeast of Manila , Philippines . On Sunday, Carlos' father told reporters his son had no connections to terrorism. The attacker's mother, Teodora, in tears during the news briefing, asked for forgiveness, the wire service reports. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Employees of Resorts World Manila complex return to work on Saturday, June 3, 2017, a day after a gunman stormed the crowded Manila casino in Pasay city, southeast of Manila , Philippines . On Sunday, Carlos' father told reporters his son had no connections to terrorism. The attacker's mother, Teodora, in tears during the news briefing, asked for forgiveness, the wire service reports. (more...)
France 'corrects' White House video on climate pact facts
- June 04, 2017
California, New York and Washington , which have formed their own alliance, represent more than one-fifth of U.S. gross domestic product and account for at least 10 per cent of greenhouse gas emissions in the United States , their governors said . (more...)
- June 04, 2017
California, New York and Washington , which have formed their own alliance, represent more than one-fifth of U.S. gross domestic product and account for at least 10 per cent of greenhouse gas emissions in the United States , their governors said . (more...)
Terror attacks strike heart of London; 6 people killed
- June 04, 2017
The Metro Police said three attackers were shot and killed within eight minutes of the first emergency call. Dozens more were wounded. On 22 March, six people died, including the attacker, and at least 50 people were injured in an attack near the Houses of Parliament. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
The Metro Police said three attackers were shot and killed within eight minutes of the first emergency call. Dozens more were wounded. On 22 March, six people died, including the attacker, and at least 50 people were injured in an attack near the Houses of Parliament. (more...)
UK's May and Corbyn questioned by public on TV show
- June 04, 2017
Survation said the Conservatives were on 40 percent and Labour on 39 percent, indicating May's lead has collapsed by 11 percentage points over two weeks and that her majority was now in doubt. May called the snap election in a bid to strengthen her hand in negotiations on Britain's exit from the European Union, to win more time to deal with the impact of the divorce and to strengthen her grip on the Conservative Party. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Survation said the Conservatives were on 40 percent and Labour on 39 percent, indicating May's lead has collapsed by 11 percentage points over two weeks and that her majority was now in doubt. May called the snap election in a bid to strengthen her hand in negotiations on Britain's exit from the European Union, to win more time to deal with the impact of the divorce and to strengthen her grip on the Conservative Party. (more...)
Vladimir Putin Suggests American Hackers Framed Russia
- June 04, 2017
Putin, in an exclusive interview with Kelly, insisted the hackers could have come from "anywhere" and then they could have - in a savvy and professional way - shifted the blame to make it look like Russian Federation was behind the hacking. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Putin, in an exclusive interview with Kelly, insisted the hackers could have come from "anywhere" and then they could have - in a savvy and professional way - shifted the blame to make it look like Russian Federation was behind the hacking. (more...)
London Bridge attack sparks Facebook safety check tool
- June 04, 2017
Police believe that only the three killed terrorists were involved in the attacks. "And at least 20 casualties have been taken to six hospitals across London ", Assistant Commissioner of Metropolitan Police Mark Rowley was quoted as saying by Russian news agency Tass. (more...)
- June 04, 2017
Police believe that only the three killed terrorists were involved in the attacks. "And at least 20 casualties have been taken to six hospitals across London ", Assistant Commissioner of Metropolitan Police Mark Rowley was quoted as saying by Russian news agency Tass. (more...)
Kiwi injured in London terror attacks
- June 04, 2017
The London Ambulance Service says they're working to quickly give help to those who need it. Police boats also searched the River Thames for anyone who may have got knocked down from the bridge. The police say they believe there were no more than three assailants but are investigating further. Britain just recently lowered its official terror threat from "critical". (more...)
- June 04, 2017
The London Ambulance Service says they're working to quickly give help to those who need it. Police boats also searched the River Thames for anyone who may have got knocked down from the bridge. The police say they believe there were no more than three assailants but are investigating further. Britain just recently lowered its official terror threat from "critical". (more...)
London Bridge attack: six killed, 30 wounded
- June 04, 2017
They did not say if officers fired the shots. And on May 22, over 20 people were killed by a suicide bomber at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester (about three hours away from London ). Witnesses reported seeing injured people on the ground on the bridge. - Where did it take place? "We are reviewing and planning to strengthen our policing stance across London over the forthcoming days, and there will be additional police and officers deployed across the Capital". (more...)
- June 04, 2017
They did not say if officers fired the shots. And on May 22, over 20 people were killed by a suicide bomber at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester (about three hours away from London ). Witnesses reported seeing injured people on the ground on the bridge. - Where did it take place? "We are reviewing and planning to strengthen our policing stance across London over the forthcoming days, and there will be additional police and officers deployed across the Capital". (more...)
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