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Congressman introduces Covfefe Act; bill would protect government accountability, transparency
- June 13, 2017
And to Quigley's credit, his office was able to turn COVFEFE into a full-blown acronym: The shorthand stands for " Communications Over Various Feeds Electronically for Engagement Act ". Trump has used Twitter extensively since becoming president, and staffers have struggled to explain his online statements that run counter to theirs made in briefings and media appearances. (more...)
- June 13, 2017
And to Quigley's credit, his office was able to turn COVFEFE into a full-blown acronym: The shorthand stands for " Communications Over Various Feeds Electronically for Engagement Act ". Trump has used Twitter extensively since becoming president, and staffers have struggled to explain his online statements that run counter to theirs made in briefings and media appearances. (more...)
'Twilight killers' were victim's daughter and her boyfriend
- June 13, 2017
A 15-year-old girl believed to be one of Britain's youngest double murderers concocted a plan to brutally kill her own mother and sister, it can now be reported. Ever since, like I was young, like, I never got on with my mum, Kim said. "Evidence heard in court that was previously restricted can now be reported". (more...)
- June 13, 2017
A 15-year-old girl believed to be one of Britain's youngest double murderers concocted a plan to brutally kill her own mother and sister, it can now be reported. Ever since, like I was young, like, I never got on with my mum, Kim said. "Evidence heard in court that was previously restricted can now be reported". (more...)
Queen's speech delay an 'utter humiliation', says Tim Farron
- June 13, 2017
Meanwhile the Queen's Speech has been delayed for at least a week because a new version has to be written to allow for the deal between the Conservatives and the DUP, it has been reported. The reduction in Mrs May's majority following last week's election has led her critics to suggest her mandate for a Hard Brexit has been weakened and her position in negotiations has also been undermined. (more...)
- June 13, 2017
Meanwhile the Queen's Speech has been delayed for at least a week because a new version has to be written to allow for the deal between the Conservatives and the DUP, it has been reported. The reduction in Mrs May's majority following last week's election has led her critics to suggest her mandate for a Hard Brexit has been weakened and her position in negotiations has also been undermined. (more...)
'I can still be Prime Minister': Corbyn
- June 13, 2017
They were replaced by Gavin Barwell, a former housing minister who lost his seat in the election. The moves buy May a temporary reprieve. In this case, the DUP's 10 MPs will supply votes to the Conservatives to give the government confidence to pass its Queen Speech and Budget . (more...)
- June 13, 2017
They were replaced by Gavin Barwell, a former housing minister who lost his seat in the election. The moves buy May a temporary reprieve. In this case, the DUP's 10 MPs will supply votes to the Conservatives to give the government confidence to pass its Queen Speech and Budget . (more...)
Maryland, DC attorneys general file lawsuit against Trump
- June 13, 2017
Since taking power in January , Trump has turned day to day control over his real estate empire and other assets to his adult sons, but not sold them off as many in America said he should to avoid conflicts of interest. The Embassy of Kuwait held an event there after it had originally booked the Four Seasons. A similar suit was filed in a NY federal court in January by Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington , or CREW, a public-interest group. (more...)
- June 13, 2017
Since taking power in January , Trump has turned day to day control over his real estate empire and other assets to his adult sons, but not sold them off as many in America said he should to avoid conflicts of interest. The Embassy of Kuwait held an event there after it had originally booked the Four Seasons. A similar suit was filed in a NY federal court in January by Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington , or CREW, a public-interest group. (more...)
Pittsburgh Penguins win Stanley Cup
- June 13, 2017
Like in the past season, the series was finished after the sixth game, but we have to add that the encounter at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville was exciting and thrilling up to its end. "They did a real good job getting in the shot lanes. But I do believe that just in my time in Pittsburgh with them, I think they're appreciative of one another". (more...)
- June 13, 2017
Like in the past season, the series was finished after the sixth game, but we have to add that the encounter at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville was exciting and thrilling up to its end. "They did a real good job getting in the shot lanes. But I do believe that just in my time in Pittsburgh with them, I think they're appreciative of one another". (more...)
Temer not to be stripped off presidency: Court
- June 13, 2017
The suit was brought after President Dilma Rousseff and Temer, then the vice presidential candidate, won re-election in 2014. He is being investigated separately by federal prosecutors for corruption, obstruction of justice and racketeering. (more...)
- June 13, 2017
The suit was brought after President Dilma Rousseff and Temer, then the vice presidential candidate, won re-election in 2014. He is being investigated separately by federal prosecutors for corruption, obstruction of justice and racketeering. (more...)
Putin critic Alexei Navalny among 200 held over anti-Kremlin protests
- June 12, 2017
The area of Tsverskaya Street near where Mr Navalny's supporters were planning to hold their protest was hosting an officially organised historical festival, with actors re-enacting periods of Russian history with props such as World War II jeeps and artillery guns. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
The area of Tsverskaya Street near where Mr Navalny's supporters were planning to hold their protest was hosting an officially organised historical festival, with actors re-enacting periods of Russian history with props such as World War II jeeps and artillery guns. (more...)
Russia protests: Kremlin critic Navalny among hundreds detained
- June 12, 2017
Reuters witnesses saw a police auto leaving Navalny's apartment compound at high speed, followed a few minutes later by a minibus carrying around 10 policemen. " I want to protest against corruption and the fact that the authorities are not fighting it", said Alexander, an 18-year-old student brandishing the Russian flag. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
Reuters witnesses saw a police auto leaving Navalny's apartment compound at high speed, followed a few minutes later by a minibus carrying around 10 policemen. " I want to protest against corruption and the fact that the authorities are not fighting it", said Alexander, an 18-year-old student brandishing the Russian flag. (more...)
Boris Johnson denies plot to topple tottering Theresa May
- June 12, 2017
Earlier, Mrs May announced that she meant to carry on in No 10 at the head of a minority government with the support of the Democratic Unionists (DUP) after falling eight seats short of an overall majority . "I don't think that's in the hearts and minds of Londoners at the minute, (not) almost as much as security is", said Sheard, 22. Labour is predicted to win 260 seats. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
Earlier, Mrs May announced that she meant to carry on in No 10 at the head of a minority government with the support of the Democratic Unionists (DUP) after falling eight seats short of an overall majority . "I don't think that's in the hearts and minds of Londoners at the minute, (not) almost as much as security is", said Sheard, 22. Labour is predicted to win 260 seats. (more...)
US Attorney-General to face questions on Comey firing, Russia
- June 12, 2017
Mr Comey told the panel that, on Feb 14, US President Donald Trump had made private comments to Mr Comey that he interpreted as an improper order to drop a criminal investigation into the President's former national security adviser. In a statement issued after the testimony, the Justice Department denied that account. "Totally illegal? Very 'cowardly!'" But, while there's still a chance that the hearing could be opened, the Intelligence Committee appears to be willing to keep Sessions ... (more...)
- June 12, 2017
Mr Comey told the panel that, on Feb 14, US President Donald Trump had made private comments to Mr Comey that he interpreted as an improper order to drop a criminal investigation into the President's former national security adviser. In a statement issued after the testimony, the Justice Department denied that account. "Totally illegal? Very 'cowardly!'" But, while there's still a chance that the hearing could be opened, the Intelligence Committee appears to be willing to keep Sessions ... (more...)
Labour is ready for another election, Jeremy Corbyn says
- June 12, 2017
But not for some time, let's get this clear. "We can't go on with a period of great instability" he said, adding that the Labour Party was ready to fight another election campaign. May has shown little public contrition for the electoral gamble that backfired spectacularly, but was forced to accept the resignations of her two top aides - reportedly a requirement by cabinet colleagues for allowing her to stay in office. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
But not for some time, let's get this clear. "We can't go on with a period of great instability" he said, adding that the Labour Party was ready to fight another election campaign. May has shown little public contrition for the electoral gamble that backfired spectacularly, but was forced to accept the resignations of her two top aides - reportedly a requirement by cabinet colleagues for allowing her to stay in office. (more...)
Regardless of the General Election result - there are reasons to celebrate
- June 12, 2017
But pressure is mounting on her to quit. It is still not clear what the DUP would get in return for its support. "From hubris to humiliation", said the left-leaning Guardian. May's office said Saturday principles of an agreement had been reached, but the two sides later clarified that they are still talking. "It is hard to overstate what a dramatic impact the current political uncertainty is having on business leaders, and the consequences could - if not addressed immediately - be ... (more...)
- June 12, 2017
But pressure is mounting on her to quit. It is still not clear what the DUP would get in return for its support. "From hubris to humiliation", said the left-leaning Guardian. May's office said Saturday principles of an agreement had been reached, but the two sides later clarified that they are still talking. "It is hard to overstate what a dramatic impact the current political uncertainty is having on business leaders, and the consequences could - if not addressed immediately - be ... (more...)
Theresa May to form minority United Kingdom government
- June 12, 2017
May, who accepted victory in her Maidenhead constituency, still asserted her party had won the most seats and insisted long-term stability remained. As the election result became clear the UK's pound sterling currency dropped dramatically against the dollar from 1.2954 to under 1.2720 before recovering slightly to 1.273. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
May, who accepted victory in her Maidenhead constituency, still asserted her party had won the most seats and insisted long-term stability remained. As the election result became clear the UK's pound sterling currency dropped dramatically against the dollar from 1.2954 to under 1.2720 before recovering slightly to 1.273. (more...)
UK prime minister insists she is staying put
- June 12, 2017
A stream of Conservative lawmakers walked into 10 Downing St. on Sunday to learn if they had been promoted, demoted or kept in their posts. There have been six occasions since 1910 when a general election failed to produce an outright victory for a single party, most recently in 2010, a situation that led to the formal coalition between the Conservatives and Liberal Democrats. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
A stream of Conservative lawmakers walked into 10 Downing St. on Sunday to learn if they had been promoted, demoted or kept in their posts. There have been six occasions since 1910 when a general election failed to produce an outright victory for a single party, most recently in 2010, a situation that led to the formal coalition between the Conservatives and Liberal Democrats. (more...)
'Dead woman walking': UK Prime Minister Theresa May clings to power
- June 12, 2017
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. 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
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. 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...)
Russian police may use force to break up illegal Moscow rally
- June 12, 2017
Navalny said contractors hired to build a stage at the agreed-upon venue couldn't do their work. In March, thousands joined protests in nearly 100 cities across Russian Federation, angered by a report Navalny published accusing Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev of corruption. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
Navalny said contractors hired to build a stage at the agreed-upon venue couldn't do their work. In March, thousands joined protests in nearly 100 cities across Russian Federation, angered by a report Navalny published accusing Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev of corruption. (more...)
Maryland, DC attorneys general plan lawsuit against Trump
- June 12, 2017
According to Racine and Frosh, the lawsuit could open a new front for Trump as he navigates investigations by special counsel Robert S. Mueller and congressional committees of possible collusion between his associates and the Russian government during the 2016 presidential campaign. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
According to Racine and Frosh, the lawsuit could open a new front for Trump as he navigates investigations by special counsel Robert S. Mueller and congressional committees of possible collusion between his associates and the Russian government during the 2016 presidential campaign. (more...)
British PM Theresa May reshuffles Cabinet, appoints Damian Green as Deputy PM
- June 12, 2017
Gavin Williamson will remain in the position he has held for one year. The Prime Minister has still to secure an agreement with Northern Ireland's Democratic Unionists (DUP) on a deal to prop up her minority Government. "Mr Gove has a lot of top level experience and knows how to get things done and I am sure he will be someone we can really do business with", he told db. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
Gavin Williamson will remain in the position he has held for one year. The Prime Minister has still to secure an agreement with Northern Ireland's Democratic Unionists (DUP) on a deal to prop up her minority Government. "Mr Gove has a lot of top level experience and knows how to get things done and I am sure he will be someone we can really do business with", he told db. (more...)
AU chair calls for 'dialogue' in Gulf crisis
- June 12, 2017
The Qatari capital Doha has regularly been used by teams from nations incapable of playing games on home soil due to adverse security situations or as a result of diplomatic rows with other countries in the region. The Saudi authorities have banned football fans from wearing Barcelona shirt which is being sponsored by Qatar Airways , with a possible 15-year prison sentence and £120,000 fine if anyone is caught. (more...)
- June 12, 2017
The Qatari capital Doha has regularly been used by teams from nations incapable of playing games on home soil due to adverse security situations or as a result of diplomatic rows with other countries in the region. The Saudi authorities have banned football fans from wearing Barcelona shirt which is being sponsored by Qatar Airways , with a possible 15-year prison sentence and £120,000 fine if anyone is caught. (more...)
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