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USA states form Climate Alliance, vow to uphold Paris Agreement
- June 15, 2017
Singh, who was inaugurating a two-day national level conference on "Capacity Building of State Disaster Response Force-2017", said the step taken by U.S. At the same time as the other rallies Saturday, a few hundred Trump supporters gathered on the street in front of the White House to applaud the president's withdrawal from the Paris treaty - a move criticized around the world - and to demonstrate their backing for the Republican president. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Singh, who was inaugurating a two-day national level conference on "Capacity Building of State Disaster Response Force-2017", said the step taken by U.S. At the same time as the other rallies Saturday, a few hundred Trump supporters gathered on the street in front of the White House to applaud the president's withdrawal from the Paris treaty - a move criticized around the world - and to demonstrate their backing for the Republican president. (more...)
Qatar Airways says service 'unaffected' by Gulf ban
- June 15, 2017
Qatar , for its part, has denied the accusations, calling the moves to diplomatically isolate it "unjustified". Qatar has been locked in a diplomatic spat with eight of its neighbors - including Saudi Arabia , Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates - for more than a week. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Qatar , for its part, has denied the accusations, calling the moves to diplomatically isolate it "unjustified". Qatar has been locked in a diplomatic spat with eight of its neighbors - including Saudi Arabia , Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates - for more than a week. (more...)
The shooting at a GOP baseball practice was an assault on democracy
- June 15, 2017
Majority Whip Steve Scalise (La.) and four others were wounded by the shooter. President Donald Trump called on Americans to "work together for the common good". Gunshots hit the YMCA's windows, and the building was shut down and the block cordoned off, NPR's Tom Bowman reports from the scene. "The three weren't shot". (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Majority Whip Steve Scalise (La.) and four others were wounded by the shooter. President Donald Trump called on Americans to "work together for the common good". Gunshots hit the YMCA's windows, and the building was shut down and the block cordoned off, NPR's Tom Bowman reports from the scene. "The three weren't shot". (more...)
Anti-Trump gunman attacks USA lawmakers, dies in shootout
- June 15, 2017
Louis suburb of Belleville, Ill., fired repeatedly at the men playing on a field in suburban Alexandria, Va ., near Washington . He had been living out of his van in the Alexandria area in recent months, the Federal Bureau of Investigation said. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Louis suburb of Belleville, Ill., fired repeatedly at the men playing on a field in suburban Alexandria, Va ., near Washington . He had been living out of his van in the Alexandria area in recent months, the Federal Bureau of Investigation said. (more...)
Tillerson: No daylight between the President and I
- June 15, 2017
Tillerson also told United States lawmakers that Washington needs more flexibility to " turn up the heat when we need to, but also to ensure that we have the ability to maintain a constructive dialogue " with Moscow. "Sanctions on Russian Federation will remain in place until Moscow reverses the actions that triggered them", Ms. Nauert said then. The batch of sanctions would be added to a bill imposing penalties on Iran that the Senate is now debating. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Tillerson also told United States lawmakers that Washington needs more flexibility to " turn up the heat when we need to, but also to ensure that we have the ability to maintain a constructive dialogue " with Moscow. "Sanctions on Russian Federation will remain in place until Moscow reverses the actions that triggered them", Ms. Nauert said then. The batch of sanctions would be added to a bill imposing penalties on Iran that the Senate is now debating. (more...)
Trump makes call for unity after lawmaker shot
- June 15, 2017
Witnesses believe Republicans were Hodgkinson's target because he asked people at the baseball field, "Are these Republicans or Democrats?" In his whip campaign, he boasted about his conservative credentials and pointed out that he'd be the only GOP leader from the South, which had a major role in giving Republicans their largest House majority in decades. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Witnesses believe Republicans were Hodgkinson's target because he asked people at the baseball field, "Are these Republicans or Democrats?" In his whip campaign, he boasted about his conservative credentials and pointed out that he'd be the only GOP leader from the South, which had a major role in giving Republicans their largest House majority in decades. (more...)
Former Alexandria Mayor Describes Meeting Gunman
- June 15, 2017
It was James Hodgkinson, the same unidentified fellow with whom Euille had shared pleasantries for weeks while sipping coffee in the YMCA's lobby. He was living out of the gym bag. Euille's daily routine is to work out at the YMCA every morning, go to the lobby to drink coffee and read on his phone. According to the report, Hodgkinson struck that man in the head with the wooden stock of a 12-gauge shotgun before firing off a round as that man fled. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
It was James Hodgkinson, the same unidentified fellow with whom Euille had shared pleasantries for weeks while sipping coffee in the YMCA's lobby. He was living out of the gym bag. Euille's daily routine is to work out at the YMCA every morning, go to the lobby to drink coffee and read on his phone. According to the report, Hodgkinson struck that man in the head with the wooden stock of a 12-gauge shotgun before firing off a round as that man fled. (more...)
Hot & Humid, PM Storms Possible
- June 15, 2017
Any rain lingering around Thursday night will dry by Friday morning. As of this post, these storms have not formed. We could continue to see showers and storms this evening, tapering off overnight. Overall expect a chance for showers and storms every day through the start of next week with hot and humid weather. Daytime highs will be near 90 Sunday along with northeast winds and lower humidity for the region. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Any rain lingering around Thursday night will dry by Friday morning. As of this post, these storms have not formed. We could continue to see showers and storms this evening, tapering off overnight. Overall expect a chance for showers and storms every day through the start of next week with hot and humid weather. Daytime highs will be near 90 Sunday along with northeast winds and lower humidity for the region. (more...)
Inmates Kill 2 Prison Bus Guards And Escape, Georgia Sheriff Says
- June 15, 2017
A local resident was driving along Hwy. Sills confirmed that it was a routine transport and not a work detail. Gov. Nathan Deal said the state will use all available means to manhunt the two inmates. How the two inmates managed to reach and overpower them is a matter for the Corrections Department to investigate, said Sills, insisting that all he cares about right now is bringing the fugitives to justice. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
A local resident was driving along Hwy. Sills confirmed that it was a routine transport and not a work detail. Gov. Nathan Deal said the state will use all available means to manhunt the two inmates. How the two inmates managed to reach and overpower them is a matter for the Corrections Department to investigate, said Sills, insisting that all he cares about right now is bringing the fugitives to justice. (more...)
Trump investigated for obstruction of justice
- June 15, 2017
SHAPIRO: Your article calls this a major turning point in the investigation. Mueller, the former FBI director, was put in charge of the investigation after Trump fired Comey and public pressure mounted for a special counsel to take over. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
SHAPIRO: Your article calls this a major turning point in the investigation. Mueller, the former FBI director, was put in charge of the investigation after Trump fired Comey and public pressure mounted for a special counsel to take over. (more...)
Gunman opens fire on Republicans during baseball practice
- June 15, 2017
U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., said he was "absolutely shaken" by the incident, "where many of my friends and colleagues were practicing for the annual congressional baseball game; an event that brings us together each year". He was administered multiple units of blood transfusions and will require additional operations, hospital representatives said. Thursday night's game, expected to draw a much larger audience in response to the attack Wednesday, will be televised by C-SPAN. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., said he was "absolutely shaken" by the incident, "where many of my friends and colleagues were practicing for the annual congressional baseball game; an event that brings us together each year". He was administered multiple units of blood transfusions and will require additional operations, hospital representatives said. Thursday night's game, expected to draw a much larger audience in response to the attack Wednesday, will be televised by C-SPAN. (more...)
American Student Freed By North Korea Arrives Home
- June 15, 2017
His release came after Joseph Yun, the US State Department's special envoy on North Korea, travelled to Pyongyang and demanded Warmbier's release on "humanitarian grounds", capping a flurry of secret diplomatic contacts, a US official said . (more...)
- June 15, 2017
His release came after Joseph Yun, the US State Department's special envoy on North Korea, travelled to Pyongyang and demanded Warmbier's release on "humanitarian grounds", capping a flurry of secret diplomatic contacts, a US official said . (more...)
Rod Rosenstein: There's No Reason To Fire Special Counsel Mueller
- June 15, 2017
In a pivotal shift in the investigation that has riveted Americans like no other in decades, senior intelligence officials have agreed to be interviewed by investigators working for the special counsel, Robert Mueller , the Post said . Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein says he will "defend the integrity" of the special counsel's investigation into Russian interference in the US elections. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
In a pivotal shift in the investigation that has riveted Americans like no other in decades, senior intelligence officials have agreed to be interviewed by investigators working for the special counsel, Robert Mueller , the Post said . Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein says he will "defend the integrity" of the special counsel's investigation into Russian interference in the US elections. (more...)
Rodman says he's going to NKorea to open a door
- June 15, 2017
Speaking to reporters in Beijing before his arrival in Pyongyang on Tuesday, he said that the issue of several Americans detained by North Korea is "not my goal right now". Shannon is in Tokyo to meet Japanese officials before heading to South Korea. North Korea is expecting another visit by former National Basketball Association bad boy Rodman on Tuesday in what would b. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Speaking to reporters in Beijing before his arrival in Pyongyang on Tuesday, he said that the issue of several Americans detained by North Korea is "not my goal right now". Shannon is in Tokyo to meet Japanese officials before heading to South Korea. North Korea is expecting another visit by former National Basketball Association bad boy Rodman on Tuesday in what would b. (more...)
Duncan spoke with gunman minutes before shooting
- June 15, 2017
I usually play in the outfield. It started with a single pop, which for a split second was not alarming to the Republican members of Congress who had gathered for a final practice before a charity baseball game with Democrats this week. There is no doubt that this morning shook many of my colleagues and me to the core. I responded that it was a Republican team practicing and he proceeded to shoot Republicans. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
I usually play in the outfield. It started with a single pop, which for a split second was not alarming to the Republican members of Congress who had gathered for a final practice before a charity baseball game with Democrats this week. There is no doubt that this morning shook many of my colleagues and me to the core. I responded that it was a Republican team practicing and he proceeded to shoot Republicans. (more...)
Bernie Sanders Condemns Gunman Who 'Apparently' Volunteered on His Campaign
- June 15, 2017
Hodgkinson, 66, of Belleville, Illinois. Hodgkinson, who is from IL, is dead . His social media presence indicated he was strongly opposed to Republicans , including US President Donald Trump . "He's a patriot. And he's a fighter". Sen. Heidi Heitkamp, D-N.D., called it a "sad day", and offered prayers and thoughts to those present at the shooting . (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Hodgkinson, 66, of Belleville, Illinois. Hodgkinson, who is from IL, is dead . His social media presence indicated he was strongly opposed to Republicans , including US President Donald Trump . "He's a patriot. And he's a fighter". Sen. Heidi Heitkamp, D-N.D., called it a "sad day", and offered prayers and thoughts to those present at the shooting . (more...)
Donald Trump, Melania visit wounded Congressman Steve Scalise in hospital
- June 15, 2017
House Majority Whip Steve Scalise , R-La., and four others were wounded by a 66-year-old IL man who appears to have been a staunch critic of Trump and Republicans . "The vice president and I are aware of the shooting incident in Virginia and are monitoring developments closely", President Donald Trump said in a statement. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
House Majority Whip Steve Scalise , R-La., and four others were wounded by a 66-year-old IL man who appears to have been a staunch critic of Trump and Republicans . "The vice president and I are aware of the shooting incident in Virginia and are monitoring developments closely", President Donald Trump said in a statement. (more...)
Israel, Palestinians have failed to prosecute war crimes
- June 15, 2017
The decision is stoking concern that it could trigger a humanitarian crisis among Gaza's 2 million Palestinians and also contribute to an outbreak of a new round of hostilities between the Islamic militant group and Israel. "Israel must do its best to help prevent a humanitarian crisis", believes Gilad, adding "It should do so for humanitarian and strategic reasons". This is an internal Palestinian argument. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
The decision is stoking concern that it could trigger a humanitarian crisis among Gaza's 2 million Palestinians and also contribute to an outbreak of a new round of hostilities between the Islamic militant group and Israel. "Israel must do its best to help prevent a humanitarian crisis", believes Gilad, adding "It should do so for humanitarian and strategic reasons". This is an internal Palestinian argument. (more...)
Six-day war: Israel protesters mark anniversary with demo against occupation
- June 15, 2017
Second, and perhaps equally important, is that if the Arab states do not agree to normalize relations with Israel, as is likely, Israel can then place the blame for the failure of renewed peace talks with the Palestinians on the Arabs. It means 50 years of attacks and aggression from occupation forces and settlers against a defenseless civilian population. It was occupied in 1967 with the Gaza Strip , East Jerusalem, Syrian Golan Heights and Egypt's Sinai Peninsula. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Second, and perhaps equally important, is that if the Arab states do not agree to normalize relations with Israel, as is likely, Israel can then place the blame for the failure of renewed peace talks with the Palestinians on the Arabs. It means 50 years of attacks and aggression from occupation forces and settlers against a defenseless civilian population. It was occupied in 1967 with the Gaza Strip , East Jerusalem, Syrian Golan Heights and Egypt's Sinai Peninsula. (more...)
South Africa Raises Black-Ownership Requirement for Mines to 30%
- June 15, 2017
Rising interest rates in the US coupled with the release of the mining charter saw investors selling the rand, which weakened 2.12 percent to 12.8800 against the dollar. A minimum of 50% black representation at board level will be required, of which 25% need to be women. The gazetting and implementation of the Mining Charter on Thursday, and the backlash from the chamber, added to the scepticism with which investors regarded SA as an investment destination. (more...)
- June 15, 2017
Rising interest rates in the US coupled with the release of the mining charter saw investors selling the rand, which weakened 2.12 percent to 12.8800 against the dollar. A minimum of 50% black representation at board level will be required, of which 25% need to be women. The gazetting and implementation of the Mining Charter on Thursday, and the backlash from the chamber, added to the scepticism with which investors regarded SA as an investment destination. (more...)
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