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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...)
China rejects 'irresponsible' US remarks on South China Sea
- June 07, 2017
North Korea is threatening a sixth nuclear test. It was "a fatal miscalculation" for the countries behind the sanctions resolution to think they could delay the North's nuclear forces, the statement said. The North regularly threatens to destroy the United States and says its missile and nuclear programs are needed to counter USA aggression. "That is why it is alarming". (more...)
- June 07, 2017
North Korea is threatening a sixth nuclear test. It was "a fatal miscalculation" for the countries behind the sanctions resolution to think they could delay the North's nuclear forces, the statement said. The North regularly threatens to destroy the United States and says its missile and nuclear programs are needed to counter USA aggression. "That is why it is alarming". (more...)
Trump delays law requiring US to move embassy in Israel to Jerusalem
- June 07, 2017
Even though as he was campaigning for the US President, he promised time and again to move the American Embassy in Israel out of Tel Aviv and into Jerusalem, he has recently made it clear the matter was not so urgent, and could affect negatively the Israeli-Palestinian talks. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Even though as he was campaigning for the US President, he promised time and again to move the American Embassy in Israel out of Tel Aviv and into Jerusalem, he has recently made it clear the matter was not so urgent, and could affect negatively the Israeli-Palestinian talks. (more...)
People Trump blocked on Twitter claim he violated their First Amendment rights
- June 07, 2017
The institute contends that Trump's account is a " designated public forum " that is subject to the free speech protections of the First Amendment . In a letter sent today to President Trump , the Knight First Amendment Institute asked the President to unblock the Twitter accounts of individuals denied access to his account after they criticized or disagreed with him, or face legal action to protect the First Amendment rights of the blocked individuals. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
The institute contends that Trump's account is a " designated public forum " that is subject to the free speech protections of the First Amendment . In a letter sent today to President Trump , the Knight First Amendment Institute asked the President to unblock the Twitter accounts of individuals denied access to his account after they criticized or disagreed with him, or face legal action to protect the First Amendment rights of the blocked individuals. (more...)
Nunes's House committee requested the same unmasking for which he criticized Obama
- June 07, 2017
Unmasking is the term for revealing the names of US citizens in intelligence reports who were swept up as part of surveillance of foreign officials. Nunes in April recused himself from the committee's Russian Federation investigation after having come under fire for his decision to go to the White House grounds and look at classified information that suggested the Trump transition team may have been under indirect surveillance. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Unmasking is the term for revealing the names of US citizens in intelligence reports who were swept up as part of surveillance of foreign officials. Nunes in April recused himself from the committee's Russian Federation investigation after having come under fire for his decision to go to the White House grounds and look at classified information that suggested the Trump transition team may have been under indirect surveillance. (more...)
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