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Video expected to be shown in Penn State pledge's death case
- June 12, 2017
Video shot inside the Beta Theta Pi house was being shown from the night the pledge was ordered to drink and then fatally injured in a series of falls. "They should have been trying to get him help". The fraternity brothers are accused of waiting almost 12 hours before calling for help. Tom Kline, the Piazza's family attorney, has said the announcement of changes and formation of the team should be viewed as just first steps. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
Video shot inside the Beta Theta Pi house was being shown from the night the pledge was ordered to drink and then fatally injured in a series of falls. "They should have been trying to get him help". The fraternity brothers are accused of waiting almost 12 hours before calling for help. Tom Kline, the Piazza's family attorney, has said the announcement of changes and formation of the team should be viewed as just first steps. (more...)
Montana's Gianforte avoids jail time for reporter assault
- June 12, 2017
Following Gianforte's sentence, Mr Jacobs released a statement saying "while I have no doubt that actions like these were an aberration for Congressman-elect Gianforte personally, I worry that, in the context of our political debate, they have become increasingly common". (more...)
- June 12, 2017
Following Gianforte's sentence, Mr Jacobs released a statement saying "while I have no doubt that actions like these were an aberration for Congressman-elect Gianforte personally, I worry that, in the context of our political debate, they have become increasingly common". (more...)
Bandh call in Karnataka finds few backers, public transport, schools unaffected
- June 12, 2017
The bandh has been called by the Kannada okoota- an umbrella grouping of pro-Kannada bodies led by Vatal Nagaraj. A protest march will be held from town hall to Freedom Park is scheduled to take place in Bengaluru tomorrow. "Apart from this, one water jet, one Quick Response Team platoons are deployed", a senior police officer is quoted as saying. Similarly, Bengaluru Tourist Taxi Owners' Association, Bengaluru Hotel Owners' Association, the auto-rickshaw owners and drivers' ... (more...)
- June 12, 2017
The bandh has been called by the Kannada okoota- an umbrella grouping of pro-Kannada bodies led by Vatal Nagaraj. A protest march will be held from town hall to Freedom Park is scheduled to take place in Bengaluru tomorrow. "Apart from this, one water jet, one Quick Response Team platoons are deployed", a senior police officer is quoted as saying. Similarly, Bengaluru Tourist Taxi Owners' Association, Bengaluru Hotel Owners' Association, the auto-rickshaw owners and drivers' ... (more...)
Britain's Brexit offer may change, Scottish Conservative leader says
- June 12, 2017
Ms Davidson, who has been widely praised for her leadership, suggested the party should concentrate more on the economy and free trade in Brexit negotiations, rather than curbing immigration levels. Ms Davidson's performance in leading the party to its best result in Scotland since 1983 has seen her mentioned as a possible successor to Mrs May - although she does not now have a seat in the House of Commons. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
Ms Davidson, who has been widely praised for her leadership, suggested the party should concentrate more on the economy and free trade in Brexit negotiations, rather than curbing immigration levels. Ms Davidson's performance in leading the party to its best result in Scotland since 1983 has seen her mentioned as a possible successor to Mrs May - although she does not now have a seat in the House of Commons. (more...)
British PM's days numbered as top aides quit?
- June 12, 2017
Another Cabinet minister said: "Politicians can not choose which issues voters will go the polls on. a one issue election is called a referendum". "I'm sorry for all those candidates and hard working party workers who weren't successful", May said on Friday after a surprise resurgence by the main opposition Labour Party under its left wing leader Jeremy Corbyn . (more...)
- June 12, 2017
Another Cabinet minister said: "Politicians can not choose which issues voters will go the polls on. a one issue election is called a referendum". "I'm sorry for all those candidates and hard working party workers who weren't successful", May said on Friday after a surprise resurgence by the main opposition Labour Party under its left wing leader Jeremy Corbyn . (more...)
Merkel in Argentina to talk Trump, trade and climate change
- June 12, 2017
Simply improving border facilities won't resolve the problem, she said, adding that the key to success was to improve living standards in afflicted areas. German Chancellor Angela Merkel said she's ready to defend the interests of European Union members in Brexit negotiations and doesn't see any reason for the process to be delayed by the results of the U.K.'s election. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
Simply improving border facilities won't resolve the problem, she said, adding that the key to success was to improve living standards in afflicted areas. German Chancellor Angela Merkel said she's ready to defend the interests of European Union members in Brexit negotiations and doesn't see any reason for the process to be delayed by the results of the U.K.'s election. (more...)
Theresa May announces partnership with Democratic Unionist Party
- June 12, 2017
Mrs May failed to secure the 326 seats she needed to form another majority government and will now seek to stay in power with the informal backing of the Democratic Unionist Party. The resurgent DUP have 10 MPs, so there will be a working majority of seven. Northern Ireland is the only part of the United Kingdom where same-sex marriage is not legal. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
Mrs May failed to secure the 326 seats she needed to form another majority government and will now seek to stay in power with the informal backing of the Democratic Unionist Party. The resurgent DUP have 10 MPs, so there will be a working majority of seven. Northern Ireland is the only part of the United Kingdom where same-sex marriage is not legal. (more...)
Trump blasts ex-FBI director James Comey on Twitter as 'cowardly'
- June 12, 2017
News outlets and pundits disagreed about whether Comey's testimony cleared Trump of these charges. "Well, I didn't say that". "Our judgment, as I recall, was that he was very close and inevitably going to recuse himself for a variety of reasons", Comey said during his questioning. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
News outlets and pundits disagreed about whether Comey's testimony cleared Trump of these charges. "Well, I didn't say that". "Our judgment, as I recall, was that he was very close and inevitably going to recuse himself for a variety of reasons", Comey said during his questioning. (more...)
Uttar Pradesh: 10 dead as auto falls into canal near Mathura
- June 12, 2017
Police suspect the vehicle was speeding on the narrow bridge over the canal or the driver may have dozed off at the wheel. Police sources here said the auto, carrying natives of Bareilly, was coming from Bharatpur side. The nine relatives were from Rajeev Colony in Subhash Nagar of Bareilly and were on their way to offer prayers at Mehendipur Balaji temple in Dausa district of Rajasthan. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
Police suspect the vehicle was speeding on the narrow bridge over the canal or the driver may have dozed off at the wheel. Police sources here said the auto, carrying natives of Bareilly, was coming from Bharatpur side. The nine relatives were from Rajeev Colony in Subhash Nagar of Bareilly and were on their way to offer prayers at Mehendipur Balaji temple in Dausa district of Rajasthan. (more...)
Power wins wild IndyCar race at Texas under caution
- June 12, 2017
Kiwi Scott Dixon , who had run in the top three most the race, was taken out by Indy 500 victor Takuma Sato with half a dozen laps remaining when he looked like he was a 50-50 chance of winning the race. Graham Rahal , the defending Texas victor who last weekend won both races in Detroit, will start 11th after a 220.954 miles per hour average. Gabby Chaves was among those who actually crossed the finish line on the lead lap and posted a new career-best IndyCar finish in fifth place after ... (more...)
- June 12, 2017
Kiwi Scott Dixon , who had run in the top three most the race, was taken out by Indy 500 victor Takuma Sato with half a dozen laps remaining when he looked like he was a 50-50 chance of winning the race. Graham Rahal , the defending Texas victor who last weekend won both races in Detroit, will start 11th after a 220.954 miles per hour average. Gabby Chaves was among those who actually crossed the finish line on the lead lap and posted a new career-best IndyCar finish in fifth place after ... (more...)
Trump calls Comey a 'leaker'
- June 12, 2017
Comey also said the president " hoped " the then-FBI director would pledge him his loyalty. US President Donald Trump at a media conference in the Rose Garden of the White House with the visiting president of Romania Klaus Iohannis . (more...)
- June 12, 2017
Comey also said the president " hoped " the then-FBI director would pledge him his loyalty. US President Donald Trump at a media conference in the Rose Garden of the White House with the visiting president of Romania Klaus Iohannis . (more...)
DUP will use increased influence responsibly, Arlene Foster says
- June 12, 2017
They had gained two seats, taking their total to 10. After an initial round of discussions, Downing Street had said on Saturday that the "principles of an outline agreement" had been agreed with the DUP . May's room for maneuver has been eroded by the election drubbing which saw the Conservatives lose their majority in Parliament, and she has kept many ministers in their jobs. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
They had gained two seats, taking their total to 10. After an initial round of discussions, Downing Street had said on Saturday that the "principles of an outline agreement" had been agreed with the DUP . May's room for maneuver has been eroded by the election drubbing which saw the Conservatives lose their majority in Parliament, and she has kept many ministers in their jobs. (more...)
New UK election only alternative to deal with DUP: senior Conservative lawmaker
- June 12, 2017
The DUP may provide the missing votes. May on Sunday unveiled her full cabinet, which will meet for the first time on Monday, making few changes as she vowed to cling on despite pressure to quit. She said she "obviously wanted a different result" and felt "sorry" for colleagues who lost their seats. The arrangement with the DUP will make governing easier, but it makes some Conservatives uneasy. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
The DUP may provide the missing votes. May on Sunday unveiled her full cabinet, which will meet for the first time on Monday, making few changes as she vowed to cling on despite pressure to quit. She said she "obviously wanted a different result" and felt "sorry" for colleagues who lost their seats. The arrangement with the DUP will make governing easier, but it makes some Conservatives uneasy. (more...)
Iran: Attack Mastermind Dead, More Suspects Arrested
- June 12, 2017
The Islamic State claimed responsibility of the two attacks - a suicide bomb and gun assault. The organization borrows its name from the Hanukkah story's heroes, and its founder is one of America's highest-profile. The Iranian public's sense of their government's weakness is what led the overthrow of the shah in 1979, he said. What matters is now, he added, "is how the Iranian people view this event". (more...)
- June 12, 2017
The Islamic State claimed responsibility of the two attacks - a suicide bomb and gun assault. The organization borrows its name from the Hanukkah story's heroes, and its founder is one of America's highest-profile. The Iranian public's sense of their government's weakness is what led the overthrow of the shah in 1979, he said. What matters is now, he added, "is how the Iranian people view this event". (more...)
Maharashtra SSC Result 2017 has declared Today Check now on mahresults
- June 12, 2017
The students can check it at official website once the result is declared. The other websites where the Maharashtra SSC 2017 results can be accessed are http://mh-ssc.ac.in and http://msbshse.ac.in. Candidates can check the Maharashtra SSC Results from the direct link provided below. In last few days, there were rumors out about the SSC result disclosure which formed a sense of chaos among students and only disheartened them. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
The students can check it at official website once the result is declared. The other websites where the Maharashtra SSC 2017 results can be accessed are http://mh-ssc.ac.in and http://msbshse.ac.in. Candidates can check the Maharashtra SSC Results from the direct link provided below. In last few days, there were rumors out about the SSC result disclosure which formed a sense of chaos among students and only disheartened them. (more...)
Petition grows against May's deal with ultra-conservatives
- June 12, 2017
The political turmoil comes a week before Britain is due to start negotiating the terms of its exit from the European Union in talks of unprecedented complexity that are supposed to wrap up by the end of March 2019, when Britain actually leaves. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
The political turmoil comes a week before Britain is due to start negotiating the terms of its exit from the European Union in talks of unprecedented complexity that are supposed to wrap up by the end of March 2019, when Britain actually leaves. (more...)
Puerto Ricans skeptical of change after vote for statehood
- June 12, 2017
Ricardo Rossello says the island has sent a strong and clear message to US Congress and the world. Last year, former president Barack Obama signed legislation to address Puerto Rico's fiscal crisis allowing it to file for bankruptcy-like proceedings to relieve its debt. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
Ricardo Rossello says the island has sent a strong and clear message to US Congress and the world. Last year, former president Barack Obama signed legislation to address Puerto Rico's fiscal crisis allowing it to file for bankruptcy-like proceedings to relieve its debt. (more...)
Alert issues for missing 9-year-old
- June 12, 2017
A woman and a child have been found inside a Brevard County home intentionally set on fire, deputies said. The 9-year-old was last seen in the 800 block of Atz Boulevard in Malabar. There is reason to believe that the trio is traveling in an 18-foot boat, a detail shared in Meachum's missing child alert. Chrissy Hughes, 39, is described as a white female with brown hair and blue eyes. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
A woman and a child have been found inside a Brevard County home intentionally set on fire, deputies said. The 9-year-old was last seen in the 800 block of Atz Boulevard in Malabar. There is reason to believe that the trio is traveling in an 18-foot boat, a detail shared in Meachum's missing child alert. Chrissy Hughes, 39, is described as a white female with brown hair and blue eyes. (more...)
Theresa May confirms she will stay as Britain's prime minister
- June 12, 2017
The Downing St. resignations came as May worked to fill jobs in her minority government and replace ministers who lost their seats on Thursday. May Friday insisted that she would stick to the Brexit timetable. Labour won 261 seats, a gain of 29 - 326 seats need to be won by a political party to claim an overall majority in the House of Commons . Liberal Democrats gained four seats to amass 12 MPs but lost its former leader and ex-deputy prime minister Nick Clegg, perhaps the ... (more...)
- June 12, 2017
The Downing St. resignations came as May worked to fill jobs in her minority government and replace ministers who lost their seats on Thursday. May Friday insisted that she would stick to the Brexit timetable. Labour won 261 seats, a gain of 29 - 326 seats need to be won by a political party to claim an overall majority in the House of Commons . Liberal Democrats gained four seats to amass 12 MPs but lost its former leader and ex-deputy prime minister Nick Clegg, perhaps the ... (more...)
Steamy 90s with storm chances in SE Michigan
- June 12, 2017
Thursday - Showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly cloudy, with a low around 68. Southwest wind around 9 miles per hour. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Look for variably cloudy skies, higher humidity levels with a chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms each afternoon this week. Wednesday will be partly sunny, hot and humid with a risk of a PM shower or storm. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
Thursday - Showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly cloudy, with a low around 68. Southwest wind around 9 miles per hour. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Look for variably cloudy skies, higher humidity levels with a chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms each afternoon this week. Wednesday will be partly sunny, hot and humid with a risk of a PM shower or storm. (more...)
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