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Fired FBI director Comey 'asked not to be left alone with Trump'
- June 07, 2017
The allegations have drawn comparison to the 1970s Watergate scandal that brought down president Richard Nixon. The request made Comey uncomfortable, but the source tells ABC News that Comey has told associates he will not accuse the president of obstructing justice. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
The allegations have drawn comparison to the 1970s Watergate scandal that brought down president Richard Nixon. The request made Comey uncomfortable, but the source tells ABC News that Comey has told associates he will not accuse the president of obstructing justice. (more...)
White House won't say if Trump has confidence in AG Sessions
- June 07, 2017
One school of thought is that this is just Trump being Trump: His instinct when faced with trouble is to search for scapegoats and Sessions's decision to recuse himself provides a handy pretext. The newspaper said that Trump has "fumed" over Sessions recusing himself from the Federal Bureau of Investigation probe into alleged Russian interference in the 2016 election and possible ties between the Trump campaign and the Kremlin. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
One school of thought is that this is just Trump being Trump: His instinct when faced with trouble is to search for scapegoats and Sessions's decision to recuse himself provides a handy pretext. The newspaper said that Trump has "fumed" over Sessions recusing himself from the Federal Bureau of Investigation probe into alleged Russian interference in the 2016 election and possible ties between the Trump campaign and the Kremlin. (more...)
Trump sides with Saudi Arabia amid Middle East crisis
- June 07, 2017
The state-run Kuwait News Agency reported that Kuwaiti ruler Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al Sabah spoke with Qatar's emir Monday evening and urged him to give a chance to efforts aimed at easing tensions. The fracas pits Qatar - the world's biggest producer of liquefied natural gas - against Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt and Bahrain. Qatar hosts a USA military base, and it was unclear how the regional isolation might affect US operations. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
The state-run Kuwait News Agency reported that Kuwaiti ruler Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al Sabah spoke with Qatar's emir Monday evening and urged him to give a chance to efforts aimed at easing tensions. The fracas pits Qatar - the world's biggest producer of liquefied natural gas - against Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt and Bahrain. Qatar hosts a USA military base, and it was unclear how the regional isolation might affect US operations. (more...)
Former Penn State President Spanier gets jail time in Sandusky case
- June 07, 2017
The prosecution pushed for 9 to 18 months in jail, while the defense lobbied the Judge for probation and community service. From his ouster after Sandusky's arrest in late 2011 through his trial this spring, the former president insisted he was innocent and didn't realize that Sandusky, the longtime assistant to head football coach Joe Paterno , was a threat to children. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
The prosecution pushed for 9 to 18 months in jail, while the defense lobbied the Judge for probation and community service. From his ouster after Sandusky's arrest in late 2011 through his trial this spring, the former president insisted he was innocent and didn't realize that Sandusky, the longtime assistant to head football coach Joe Paterno , was a threat to children. (more...)
White House looks for ways to undermine Comey's credibility
- June 07, 2017
Trump has made a blanket claim that Comey told him multiple times that he was not under investigation. The Times , which first reported on Comey's request to Sessions, said it came after Trump had asked Comey in February to end an investigation into Trump's first national security adviser, Michael Flynn . (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Trump has made a blanket claim that Comey told him multiple times that he was not under investigation. The Times , which first reported on Comey's request to Sessions, said it came after Trump had asked Comey in February to end an investigation into Trump's first national security adviser, Michael Flynn . (more...)
Body recovered in search for French national missing after London attack
- June 07, 2017
In addition to the seven people confirmed dead so far, 48 were injured in the knife and vehicle assault on London Bridge and Borough Market's nearby bars and restaurants. Police early Wednesday arrested a 30-year-old man in east London in connection to the attack and are searching his home. Former U.S. Director of National Intelligence Jim Clapper said in a speech to Australia's National Press Club: "Unfortunately, on a serious note, I am compelled to acknowledge the tragic loss of two ... (more...)
- June 07, 2017
In addition to the seven people confirmed dead so far, 48 were injured in the knife and vehicle assault on London Bridge and Borough Market's nearby bars and restaurants. Police early Wednesday arrested a 30-year-old man in east London in connection to the attack and are searching his home. Former U.S. Director of National Intelligence Jim Clapper said in a speech to Australia's National Press Club: "Unfortunately, on a serious note, I am compelled to acknowledge the tragic loss of two ... (more...)
How did London attacker get in? Featured
- June 07, 2017
Butt, 27, embraced radical Islam during his time in London and was once filmed in a documentary called "The Jihadis Next Door ". The Met Police have insisted he was not a "subject of interest", but the claims in Italy will raise questions over how Zaghba managed to enter Britain before carrying out the attack. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Butt, 27, embraced radical Islam during his time in London and was once filmed in a documentary called "The Jihadis Next Door ". The Met Police have insisted he was not a "subject of interest", but the claims in Italy will raise questions over how Zaghba managed to enter Britain before carrying out the attack. (more...)
Ariana Grande, Fans Brought To Tears During 'One Love Manchester' Concert
- June 07, 2017
Following the May 22 attack, Grande's Dangerous Woman tour was suspended but it will resume with a performance in Paris on June 7. Somewhere Over the Rainbow'. The concert, held in response to the May 22 bombings , raised money for victims of the attack through the We Love Manchester Emergency Fund. "To the families, we love you so much". (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Following the May 22 attack, Grande's Dangerous Woman tour was suspended but it will resume with a performance in Paris on June 7. Somewhere Over the Rainbow'. The concert, held in response to the May 22 bombings , raised money for victims of the attack through the We Love Manchester Emergency Fund. "To the families, we love you so much". (more...)
7 killed in Afghanistan blast near mosque
- June 07, 2017
Almost a week after the explosion, no group has claimed to have carried out the attack. The blast comes after a string of recent attacks in Afghanistan's capital, Kabul , by the Taliban and ISIS. In the two years since then, the Taliban has made steady gains , seizing control of several districts in different parts of the country. Asked about Mr. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Almost a week after the explosion, no group has claimed to have carried out the attack. The blast comes after a string of recent attacks in Afghanistan's capital, Kabul , by the Taliban and ISIS. In the two years since then, the Taliban has made steady gains , seizing control of several districts in different parts of the country. Asked about Mr. (more...)
Penguins head home upbeat despite 0-fer in Nashville
- June 07, 2017
Game 4 will be back in PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh on Thursday night. "I know it's a nasty hole to be in", Nashville coach Peter Laviolette said Tuesday. The Penguins finished with the least number of losses (6) in the regular season, while the Predators finished with the third-fewest number of losses (9). (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Game 4 will be back in PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh on Thursday night. "I know it's a nasty hole to be in", Nashville coach Peter Laviolette said Tuesday. The Penguins finished with the least number of losses (6) in the regular season, while the Predators finished with the third-fewest number of losses (9). (more...)
FBI Reportedly Suspects Russian Hackers Planted Fake News Story Behind Qatar Crisis
- June 07, 2017
Saudi Arabia shut down the channel on Monday. In recent months, suspected Russian cyber activities, including the use of fake news stories, have turned up amid elections in France, Germany and other countries. The broadside came as Kuwait's ruler flew to Saudi Arabia to try to resolve the split. "It has not yet escalated to a trade sanction or a war that could cut Qatar off from the world", said energy analyst Manoon Siriwan. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Saudi Arabia shut down the channel on Monday. In recent months, suspected Russian cyber activities, including the use of fake news stories, have turned up amid elections in France, Germany and other countries. The broadside came as Kuwait's ruler flew to Saudi Arabia to try to resolve the split. "It has not yet escalated to a trade sanction or a war that could cut Qatar off from the world", said energy analyst Manoon Siriwan. (more...)
London attack: Minute's silence held as thousands across capital honour terror victims
- June 07, 2017
They said the man was arrested "on suspicion of the commission, preparation or instigation of terrorist acts". Youssef Zaghba was the last member identified of the trio of jihadis who killed seven people on Saturday night during a van and knife attack in London. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
They said the man was arrested "on suspicion of the commission, preparation or instigation of terrorist acts". Youssef Zaghba was the last member identified of the trio of jihadis who killed seven people on Saturday night during a van and knife attack in London. (more...)
China's quantum satellite was 'notable advance' - Pentagon report
- June 07, 2017
The report comes days after US Defence Secretary James Mattis attended a security forum in Singapore and warned China against actions that "impinge on the interests of the worldwide community, undermining the rules-based order that has benefited all countries". (more...)
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- June 07, 2017
The report comes days after US Defence Secretary James Mattis attended a security forum in Singapore and warned China against actions that "impinge on the interests of the worldwide community, undermining the rules-based order that has benefited all countries". (more...)
Hillary Clinton defends London mayor after Trump tweets
- June 07, 2017
Ever since Mr Trump came into power, both Mr Khan and him have had a bitter relationship as the United States president and his family has never left a chance to put Mr Khan on the spot, often taking his quotes out of context; all this only because he is Muslim. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Ever since Mr Trump came into power, both Mr Khan and him have had a bitter relationship as the United States president and his family has never left a chance to put Mr Khan on the spot, often taking his quotes out of context; all this only because he is Muslim. (more...)
Feds arrest NSA contractor in leak of top secret Russian Federation document
- June 07, 2017
Reality Leigh Winner , a federal contractor from Augusta, Georgia, has been charged by the Department of Justice for leaking classified information on a 2016 Russian military intelligence cyberattack to The Intercept , an online news outlet. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Reality Leigh Winner , a federal contractor from Augusta, Georgia, has been charged by the Department of Justice for leaking classified information on a 2016 Russian military intelligence cyberattack to The Intercept , an online news outlet. (more...)
Third London attacker named as Youssef Zaghba
- June 07, 2017
Police said Zaghba had not been a subject of interest for them or for the MI5 domestic intelligence agency. Police did not elaborate on how she was killed. In a letter posted outside, the Ummah Fitness Centre said staff would "help the police in any way we can" as investigators try to learn more about Khuram Shazad Butt . (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Police said Zaghba had not been a subject of interest for them or for the MI5 domestic intelligence agency. Police did not elaborate on how she was killed. In a letter posted outside, the Ummah Fitness Centre said staff would "help the police in any way we can" as investigators try to learn more about Khuram Shazad Butt . (more...)
Communities must do what they can after Trump's 'disastrous' decision
- June 07, 2017
Despite Trump's determination to withdraw , the earliest possible date for Washington to walk out is November 4, 2020 - one day after the next USA federal election. Though Trump stated last Thursday that the agreement would affect the country's coal business, the Paris accord had no restrictions on coal. Tech heavyweights such as Apple, Google, Intel and Microsoft are among the hundreds of businesses that on Monday declared their intention to continue working toward reducing carbon emissions. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Despite Trump's determination to withdraw , the earliest possible date for Washington to walk out is November 4, 2020 - one day after the next USA federal election. Though Trump stated last Thursday that the agreement would affect the country's coal business, the Paris accord had no restrictions on coal. Tech heavyweights such as Apple, Google, Intel and Microsoft are among the hundreds of businesses that on Monday declared their intention to continue working toward reducing carbon emissions. (more...)
White House: Trump's tweets are 'official statements'
- June 07, 2017
Even after facing media scrutiny over his comments, Trump doubled down Monday morning and fired back on Twitter , writing , "Pathetic excuse by London Mayor Sadiq Khan who had to think fast on his "no reason to be alarmed" statement". Moments later, a question was asked whether the tweets are an official White House document. After Sunday's terror attack in London, the president took to the social media messaging service before dawn on Monday morning to announce that he wanted to ... (more...)
- June 07, 2017
Even after facing media scrutiny over his comments, Trump doubled down Monday morning and fired back on Twitter , writing , "Pathetic excuse by London Mayor Sadiq Khan who had to think fast on his "no reason to be alarmed" statement". Moments later, a question was asked whether the tweets are an official White House document. After Sunday's terror attack in London, the president took to the social media messaging service before dawn on Monday morning to announce that he wanted to ... (more...)
Lives of London attackers point to missed chances
- June 07, 2017
All of those arrested have been released without charge. "An Garda Siochana is providing every assistance to our colleagues in the London Metropolitan Police in relation to the terror attack in London ", a spokesman said. Taoiseach Enda Kenny, on a trade mission to Chicago, said the dead terrorist was not thought to have been under surveillance by Irish police. "There are a small number of people in Ireland who are being monitored and observed in respect of radicalisation and matters ... (more...)
- June 07, 2017
All of those arrested have been released without charge. "An Garda Siochana is providing every assistance to our colleagues in the London Metropolitan Police in relation to the terror attack in London ", a spokesman said. Taoiseach Enda Kenny, on a trade mission to Chicago, said the dead terrorist was not thought to have been under surveillance by Irish police. "There are a small number of people in Ireland who are being monitored and observed in respect of radicalisation and matters ... (more...)
Cosby's accuser says she was drugged, groped; 'I was frozen'
- June 07, 2017
And she said she did not feel in any way threatened by him. I wasn't able to speak without getting a buildup of white stuff around my mouth. What followed was her account of what happened when Cosby invited her to his suburban Philadelphia house in January 2004 to talk about her plans to switch careers from athletics to massage therapy. (more...)
- June 07, 2017
And she said she did not feel in any way threatened by him. I wasn't able to speak without getting a buildup of white stuff around my mouth. What followed was her account of what happened when Cosby invited her to his suburban Philadelphia house in January 2004 to talk about her plans to switch careers from athletics to massage therapy. (more...)
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