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Shooting in Iranian Parliament
- June 07, 2017
While three attackers reportedly opened fire inside Iran Parliament, two carried out a suicide attack inside the Khomeini shrine. An unknown gunman has injured several people at the tomb of the founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, near capital Tehran . (more...)
- June 07, 2017
While three attackers reportedly opened fire inside Iran Parliament, two carried out a suicide attack inside the Khomeini shrine. An unknown gunman has injured several people at the tomb of the founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, near capital Tehran . (more...)
In Montreal speech, Obama warns about appeal of authoritarianism
- June 07, 2017
The cheapest went for $57, while the most expensive was $373. That includes free trade, the market economy, and the social welfare state that gives people equal opportunity, Obama said , along with the rule of law, immigration and global cooperation. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
The cheapest went for $57, while the most expensive was $373. That includes free trade, the market economy, and the social welfare state that gives people equal opportunity, Obama said , along with the rule of law, immigration and global cooperation. (more...)
Comey expected to refute Trump
- June 07, 2017
Coats reportedly opted not to become involved because he believed it would be inappropriate, the report said, citing sources who spoke on the condition of anonymity. In Thursday's testimony before the Senate Intelligence Committee, Comey is expected to describe those conversations in detail, although he will be careful not to discuss classified information, which is likely to prevent him from providing new details about the Russian Federation probe, associates said. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Coats reportedly opted not to become involved because he believed it would be inappropriate, the report said, citing sources who spoke on the condition of anonymity. In Thursday's testimony before the Senate Intelligence Committee, Comey is expected to describe those conversations in detail, although he will be careful not to discuss classified information, which is likely to prevent him from providing new details about the Russian Federation probe, associates said. (more...)
Backed Syrian force starts battle to capture Raqqa from Islamic State
- June 07, 2017
Islamic State militants seized Raqqa in January 2014, transforming it into the hub from which the group's leadership planned expansion throughout the region and attacks around the world. The Observatory said the SDF had captured some buildings in the al-Mishlab area and Daesh fighters had withdrawn from parts of the district. "Morale is high and military readiness to implement the military plan is complete, in coordination with the US -led coalition". (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Islamic State militants seized Raqqa in January 2014, transforming it into the hub from which the group's leadership planned expansion throughout the region and attacks around the world. The Observatory said the SDF had captured some buildings in the al-Mishlab area and Daesh fighters had withdrawn from parts of the district. "Morale is high and military readiness to implement the military plan is complete, in coordination with the US -led coalition". (more...)
Irish police arrest two men linked to London Bridge attacker
- June 07, 2017
RTE quoted police saying he was "of Moroccan and Libyan descent" and had married a British woman in Ireland in 2011 before moving to Britain. At time of the wedding, Redouane gave his address as Grosvenor Square in Rathmines, a Dublin suburb. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
RTE quoted police saying he was "of Moroccan and Libyan descent" and had married a British woman in Ireland in 2011 before moving to Britain. At time of the wedding, Redouane gave his address as Grosvenor Square in Rathmines, a Dublin suburb. (more...)
White House, allies scramble for ways to counter Comey
- June 07, 2017
The nation's top intelligence official told associates in March that President Donald Trump asked him if he could intervene with then-FBI Director James Comey to get the bureau to back off its focus on former national security adviser Michael Flynn in its Russian Federation probe, according to officials. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
The nation's top intelligence official told associates in March that President Donald Trump asked him if he could intervene with then-FBI Director James Comey to get the bureau to back off its focus on former national security adviser Michael Flynn in its Russian Federation probe, according to officials. (more...)
In Brazil : Court opens session that could topple president
- June 07, 2017
The TSE was deciding whether abuse of power - principally the use of corrupt campaign money - fatally undermined the election in which Temer was reelected vice president along with then president Dilma Rousseff . Temer had 24 hours to answer the questions , but his attorneys asked for an extension Tuesday afternoon. But starting Tuesday, Temer faces the separate, more immediate challenge of the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE). (more...)
- June 07, 2017
The TSE was deciding whether abuse of power - principally the use of corrupt campaign money - fatally undermined the election in which Temer was reelected vice president along with then president Dilma Rousseff . Temer had 24 hours to answer the questions , but his attorneys asked for an extension Tuesday afternoon. But starting Tuesday, Temer faces the separate, more immediate challenge of the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE). (more...)
Ariana Grande Has Released an Official Statement on Manchester Arena Bombing
- June 07, 2017
Grande said she would share more details once "everything has been confirmed". It's still too early to speculate on a set list or a list of songs to expect at the show, but BBC News wrote yesterday that the 2015 song "One Last Time" made an unlikely return to the U.K.'s Official Singles Charts at No. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Grande said she would share more details once "everything has been confirmed". It's still too early to speculate on a set list or a list of songs to expect at the show, but BBC News wrote yesterday that the 2015 song "One Last Time" made an unlikely return to the U.K.'s Official Singles Charts at No. (more...)
Paris Climate Agreement: Companies, Universities, States Sign 'We Are Still In' Statement
- June 07, 2017
A majority of Republicans backed it - 67 percent - but very few Democrats - eight percent - and Independents - 22 percent - were on board. And I think what needs to be emphasised here with respect to the Paris accord was about the efficacy of the agreement as it relates to the environment, how it impacts the economy. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
A majority of Republicans backed it - 67 percent - but very few Democrats - eight percent - and Independents - 22 percent - were on board. And I think what needs to be emphasised here with respect to the Paris accord was about the efficacy of the agreement as it relates to the environment, how it impacts the economy. (more...)
Trump seizes on London attack to push domestic crackdown
- June 07, 2017
White House spokeswoman Sarah Sanders on Monday said Trump was stressing the importance of national security and maintained the president had not misrepresented what Khan had said. "I just haven't got the time to respond to tweets from Donald Trump". "Pathetic excuse by London Mayor Sadiq Khan who had to think fast on his "no reason to be alarmed" statement", Trump said in a second tweet later Monday. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
White House spokeswoman Sarah Sanders on Monday said Trump was stressing the importance of national security and maintained the president had not misrepresented what Khan had said. "I just haven't got the time to respond to tweets from Donald Trump". "Pathetic excuse by London Mayor Sadiq Khan who had to think fast on his "no reason to be alarmed" statement", Trump said in a second tweet later Monday. (more...)
Zidane Can Stay in Real Madrid for Life: Club President Perez
- June 07, 2017
It is the Super Cup of UEFA's dreams: Real Madrid vs. Manchester United , Cristiano Ronaldo reunited with Jose Mourinho, David De Gea vs. Gareth Bale - one way or another. Zinedine Zidane's men also won their first La Liga title in five years a week before that. To add to how well life is going for Ronaldo , on Monday he was announced as the face of Federation Internationale de Football Association 18. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
It is the Super Cup of UEFA's dreams: Real Madrid vs. Manchester United , Cristiano Ronaldo reunited with Jose Mourinho, David De Gea vs. Gareth Bale - one way or another. Zinedine Zidane's men also won their first La Liga title in five years a week before that. To add to how well life is going for Ronaldo , on Monday he was announced as the face of Federation Internationale de Football Association 18. (more...)
Trump accuses London Mayor of 'pathetic excuse' over attack statement
- June 07, 2017
The original quote was meant to reassure Londoners they had "no reason to be alarmed" about the "increased police presence today and over the course of the next few days" on the streets of the capital, rather than the attack itself. "Police officers in our communities act as the eyes and ears of the security services, providing the intelligence and information that allow us to disrupt attempted terrorist attacks ". (more...)
- June 07, 2017
The original quote was meant to reassure Londoners they had "no reason to be alarmed" about the "increased police presence today and over the course of the next few days" on the streets of the capital, rather than the attack itself. "Police officers in our communities act as the eyes and ears of the security services, providing the intelligence and information that allow us to disrupt attempted terrorist attacks ". (more...)
Climate 'Danger Zone' Seen If Trump Pulls Out of Paris Deal
- June 07, 2017
Trump who has previously called global warming a hoax, refused to endorse the landmark climate change accord at a summit of the G7 group of wealthy nations on Saturday, saying he needed more time to decide. He also had to navigate a split among his advisers. "If we can't, that's fine". Hundreds of high-profile businesses have spoken out in favour of the deal, including Apple, Google and Walmart. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Trump who has previously called global warming a hoax, refused to endorse the landmark climate change accord at a summit of the G7 group of wealthy nations on Saturday, saying he needed more time to decide. He also had to navigate a split among his advisers. "If we can't, that's fine". Hundreds of high-profile businesses have spoken out in favour of the deal, including Apple, Google and Walmart. (more...)
Paris Police Shoot, Wound Hammer-Wielding Assailant Outside Notre Dame
- June 07, 2017
A Saskatoon nurse was barricaded inside a Paris café as police and security forces secured the area around Notre Dame Cathedral on Tuesday. Paris police tweeted that one officer was wounded in the attack. The spokesperson was not authorized to be publicly named. "We will remember this for the rest of our lives", she said. On Tuesday evening a group of 15 heavily armed elite police officers searched student accommodation in the suburbs of Paris , where the suspect rented a studio, ... (more...)
- June 07, 2017
A Saskatoon nurse was barricaded inside a Paris café as police and security forces secured the area around Notre Dame Cathedral on Tuesday. Paris police tweeted that one officer was wounded in the attack. The spokesperson was not authorized to be publicly named. "We will remember this for the rest of our lives", she said. On Tuesday evening a group of 15 heavily armed elite police officers searched student accommodation in the suburbs of Paris , where the suspect rented a studio, ... (more...)
Ireland Elects Openly Gay Prime Minister
- June 07, 2017
The 38-year-old Leo's father, Ashok, was born in Mumbai and later moved to Ireland, where he met his future wife Miriam, who was working as a nurse. "If my election shows anything it's that prejudice has no hold in this Republic", he said, according to the BBC . Varadkar has been criticized, however, for not moving quickly enough to repeal Ireland's ban on abortion, which was reinforced in 1983, when 67 percent of the country voted to amend Ireland's constitution, giving a fetus the same ... (more...)
- June 07, 2017
The 38-year-old Leo's father, Ashok, was born in Mumbai and later moved to Ireland, where he met his future wife Miriam, who was working as a nurse. "If my election shows anything it's that prejudice has no hold in this Republic", he said, according to the BBC . Varadkar has been criticized, however, for not moving quickly enough to repeal Ireland's ban on abortion, which was reinforced in 1983, when 67 percent of the country voted to amend Ireland's constitution, giving a fetus the same ... (more...)
Judge will decide fate in Michelle Carter trial
- June 07, 2017
Attorney Joseph Cataldo talks to his client, Michelle Carter , on Monday. She texted , "You always say you're gonna do it, but you never do". On Monday, Carter asked that her case be heard by a judge rather than a trial by jury. But after he began taking medication and went to counseling, he seemed much better, Lynn Roy said. He says Carter was not responsible for his death. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Attorney Joseph Cataldo talks to his client, Michelle Carter , on Monday. She texted , "You always say you're gonna do it, but you never do". On Monday, Carter asked that her case be heard by a judge rather than a trial by jury. But after he began taking medication and went to counseling, he seemed much better, Lynn Roy said. He says Carter was not responsible for his death. (more...)
London mayor Sadiq Khan says Donald Trump will not 'divide our communities'
- June 07, 2017
Khan had said on Sunday morning that people would see an increased police presence on the streets of the capital and should not be alarmed by that. Appearing on Channel 4 News , Mr Khan said Mr Trump was wrong about " many things" and that his state visit should not go ahead. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Khan had said on Sunday morning that people would see an increased police presence on the streets of the capital and should not be alarmed by that. Appearing on Channel 4 News , Mr Khan said Mr Trump was wrong about " many things" and that his state visit should not go ahead. (more...)
Source says Comey told boss about Trump worries
- June 07, 2017
Coats, who had been confirmed just one week earlier, reportedly discussed the conversation with other officials and decided such an intervention would be inappropriate, the Post reported . As CNN reported last week, while Comey was "disturbed" by his meetings with the President, he "thought he had the situation under control" because he felt the President did not quite grasp the inappropriateness of his actions. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Coats, who had been confirmed just one week earlier, reportedly discussed the conversation with other officials and decided such an intervention would be inappropriate, the Post reported . As CNN reported last week, while Comey was "disturbed" by his meetings with the President, he "thought he had the situation under control" because he felt the President did not quite grasp the inappropriateness of his actions. (more...)
Republican Congressman Defends President Trump, Blames Khan for Feud
- June 07, 2017
Khan and Trump share a history of disagreement. The statement kicked off a media campaign to support the out-of-context assertion from Kahn, a media darling of sorts. New York Mayor Bill De Blasio said Khan was "doing an extraordinary job supporting Londoners in a time of pain". It makes sense coming from Kahn too. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Khan and Trump share a history of disagreement. The statement kicked off a media campaign to support the out-of-context assertion from Kahn, a media darling of sorts. New York Mayor Bill De Blasio said Khan was "doing an extraordinary job supporting Londoners in a time of pain". It makes sense coming from Kahn too. (more...)
As promised, Vermont governor vetoes state budget
- June 07, 2017
Wielding the veto pen, the Governor cut out nearly $12 billion from the new state budget, as part of a deal with House Speaker Richard Corcoran and Senate President Joe Negron to fund two of Scott's pet projects. "I'm an optimist", said Diaz, who lost almost $54 million to budget vetoes. "And now, the Governor has freed up probably another billion through the vetoes". (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Wielding the veto pen, the Governor cut out nearly $12 billion from the new state budget, as part of a deal with House Speaker Richard Corcoran and Senate President Joe Negron to fund two of Scott's pet projects. "I'm an optimist", said Diaz, who lost almost $54 million to budget vetoes. "And now, the Governor has freed up probably another billion through the vetoes". (more...)
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