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Harvard's Drew Gilpin Faust to step down as president next year
- June 16, 2017
Her appointment was groundbreaking - she was the first female president in the university's almost 400-year history. But she has also faced challenges, including the recently lagging performance of Harvard's $35.7 billion endowment. During Faust's tenure as president, Harvard also received the two largest gifts in its history, a $350 million 2014 donation from the Morningside Foundation given to the Harvard School of Public Health, eclipsed the following year by a $400 million gift from ... (more...)
- June 16, 2017
Her appointment was groundbreaking - she was the first female president in the university's almost 400-year history. But she has also faced challenges, including the recently lagging performance of Harvard's $35.7 billion endowment. During Faust's tenure as president, Harvard also received the two largest gifts in its history, a $350 million 2014 donation from the Morningside Foundation given to the Harvard School of Public Health, eclipsed the following year by a $400 million gift from ... (more...)
London fire death toll rises to 17, number expected to increase
- June 16, 2017
There were other reports of adults jumping. "Tragically now we are not expecting to find anyone else alive", she said. "We like to think of ourselves as "roughty, toughty" and heroes - they are heroes - but they have feelings, and people were absolutely devastated by yesterday's events". (more...)
- June 16, 2017
There were other reports of adults jumping. "Tragically now we are not expecting to find anyone else alive", she said. "We like to think of ourselves as "roughty, toughty" and heroes - they are heroes - but they have feelings, and people were absolutely devastated by yesterday's events". (more...)
Pence offers prayers for Scalise, praise for police officers
- June 16, 2017
Bailey was treated at a hospital and released, but Griner was admitted to MedStar Washington Hospital Center with a gunshot wound to her ankle. Authorities say two members of the Capitol Police force, Special Agent Crystal Griner and Special Agent David Bailey, returned fire with the gunman before local police arrived shortly after 7 a.m. (more...)
- June 16, 2017
Bailey was treated at a hospital and released, but Griner was admitted to MedStar Washington Hospital Center with a gunshot wound to her ankle. Authorities say two members of the Capitol Police force, Special Agent Crystal Griner and Special Agent David Bailey, returned fire with the gunman before local police arrived shortly after 7 a.m. (more...)
Sessions to Appear Before Senate Panel Probing Russian Links to Election
- June 16, 2017
Whether that hearing will be public or closed is not yet known. Sessions on Saturday said he would appear before the intelligence committee, which has been doing its own investigation into Russian contacts with the Trump campaign. Richard Shelby, R-Ala., Sessions said that he had been scheduled to discuss the Justice Department budget before House and Senate Appropriations subcommittees but that it had become clear some members would focus their questions on the Russian Federation ... (more...)
- June 16, 2017
Whether that hearing will be public or closed is not yet known. Sessions on Saturday said he would appear before the intelligence committee, which has been doing its own investigation into Russian contacts with the Trump campaign. Richard Shelby, R-Ala., Sessions said that he had been scheduled to discuss the Justice Department budget before House and Senate Appropriations subcommittees but that it had become clear some members would focus their questions on the Russian Federation ... (more...)
Trump has 'no intention' of firing special counsel Mueller: White House
- June 16, 2017
Conservative media, led by Newsmax CEO and Trump friend Chris Ruddy , have suggested that the interview shows Mueller has a conflict in his special counsel investigation. "Director Mueller is going to have the full degree of independence that he needs to conduct that investigation appropriately", Rosenstein said. (more...)
- June 16, 2017
Conservative media, led by Newsmax CEO and Trump friend Chris Ruddy , have suggested that the interview shows Mueller has a conflict in his special counsel investigation. "Director Mueller is going to have the full degree of independence that he needs to conduct that investigation appropriately", Rosenstein said. (more...)
'Sorry' Theresa May promises to reflect on changes after election setback
- June 16, 2017
He added: " Theresa May , she failed to get the mandate she wanted to get, to do the really important thing she had to do, which was so important she didn't tell us what it was". It will take time - and probably another election - for matters to be resolved. But, instead, support for her party declined dramatically, leaving her government far more precarious than before. (more...)
- June 16, 2017
He added: " Theresa May , she failed to get the mandate she wanted to get, to do the really important thing she had to do, which was so important she didn't tell us what it was". It will take time - and probably another election - for matters to be resolved. But, instead, support for her party declined dramatically, leaving her government far more precarious than before. (more...)
Special counsel investigating Trump for obstruction of justice
- June 16, 2017
Sessions ostensible recusal from Russian Federation investigation-related matters, whether he was surprised when the president threw his and Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein's explanations of the Comey firing under the bus and even whether an actual written policy exists for him to recuse himself in situations like the one he confronted Tuesday. (more...)
- June 16, 2017
Sessions ostensible recusal from Russian Federation investigation-related matters, whether he was surprised when the president threw his and Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein's explanations of the Comey firing under the bus and even whether an actual written policy exists for him to recuse himself in situations like the one he confronted Tuesday. (more...)
Trump said to be under probe for possible obstruction of justice
- June 16, 2017
Investigators are seeking to determine if Trump tried to undermine the FBI's ongoing probes of alleged Russian interference in the 2016 USA presidential election and collusion with Trump aides. An hour later he claimed: "You are witnessing the single greatest WITCH HUNT in American political history - led by some very bad and conflicted people!" It is the most significant sign yet that Mueller's investigation is extending beyond questions of Russian interference in the 2016 ... (more...)
- June 16, 2017
Investigators are seeking to determine if Trump tried to undermine the FBI's ongoing probes of alleged Russian interference in the 2016 USA presidential election and collusion with Trump aides. An hour later he claimed: "You are witnessing the single greatest WITCH HUNT in American political history - led by some very bad and conflicted people!" It is the most significant sign yet that Mueller's investigation is extending beyond questions of Russian interference in the 2016 ... (more...)
Why Keshia Knight Pulliam Is Supporting Bill Cosby
- June 16, 2017
Today begins their third day of deliberations. The 79-year-old legendary entertainer, once loved by millions as "America's Dad", risks being sentenced to spend the rest of his life in prison if convicted on three counts of aggravated indecent assault. (more...)
- June 16, 2017
Today begins their third day of deliberations. The 79-year-old legendary entertainer, once loved by millions as "America's Dad", risks being sentenced to spend the rest of his life in prison if convicted on three counts of aggravated indecent assault. (more...)
Collusion with Russian Federation a "detestable and appalling lie": Sessions
- June 16, 2017
The New York Times corroborated the report, citing a person briefed on the investigation. Donald Trump derided claims of collusion between Moscow and his associates as "phony" Thursday after reports the head of a probe into Russia's alleged election meddling is investigating him for obstructing justice. (more...)
- June 16, 2017
The New York Times corroborated the report, citing a person briefed on the investigation. Donald Trump derided claims of collusion between Moscow and his associates as "phony" Thursday after reports the head of a probe into Russia's alleged election meddling is investigating him for obstructing justice. (more...)
Senate passes sweeping sanctions bill targeting Iran, Russia
- June 16, 2017
It would require the administration to explain any moves to ease or lift sanctions, and create a new mechanism for Congress to review and block any such effort. If signed into law, the document would prohibit the USA president from being able to lift sanctions without Congressional approval. Should Trump reject the new sanctions, the measures backers say that there will be enough congressional support to override the veto, AP reported . (more...)
- June 16, 2017
It would require the administration to explain any moves to ease or lift sanctions, and create a new mechanism for Congress to review and block any such effort. If signed into law, the document would prohibit the USA president from being able to lift sanctions without Congressional approval. Should Trump reject the new sanctions, the measures backers say that there will be enough congressional support to override the veto, AP reported . (more...)
Iran arrests seven Tehran attack suspects
- June 16, 2017
Iran's parliament speaker says the legislature is to deliver a "serious" and "clear" response to a push at the US Senate to impose new sanctions on the Islamic Republic . During a massive funeral ceremony in Tehran following Friday prayers, thousands chanted "Down with the U.S." and "Death to Al-Saud", the Saudi royal family, while carrying coffins of victims. (more...)
- June 16, 2017
Iran's parliament speaker says the legislature is to deliver a "serious" and "clear" response to a push at the US Senate to impose new sanctions on the Islamic Republic . During a massive funeral ceremony in Tehran following Friday prayers, thousands chanted "Down with the U.S." and "Death to Al-Saud", the Saudi royal family, while carrying coffins of victims. (more...)
Death toll in London tower block fire rises to 17
- June 16, 2017
The death toll now stands at 17, a figure police said is bound to rise when a comprehensive search of the entire tower is possible. He said the search of the gutted block might take months and some victims might never be identified. Explaining the nature of the investigation, Ms Cotton said: "This is a large building, there will be a large amount of building work required internally". (more...)
- June 16, 2017
The death toll now stands at 17, a figure police said is bound to rise when a comprehensive search of the entire tower is possible. He said the search of the gutted block might take months and some victims might never be identified. Explaining the nature of the investigation, Ms Cotton said: "This is a large building, there will be a large amount of building work required internally". (more...)
US Senate Backs Legislation To Slap New Sanctions On Russia
- June 16, 2017
The chamber passed the bipartisan sanctions legislation 97-2. In order to prevent Trump from opposing the measure, lawmakers have attached it to a bill meant to impose pressure on Iran , a move favorable to Trump. The vote of 97 to 2 is a sharp rebuke to President Donald Trump's posture vis-à-vis Russian Federation and his resistance to the intelligence community's assessment that the country was behind efforts to influence the election he won. (more...)
- June 16, 2017
The chamber passed the bipartisan sanctions legislation 97-2. In order to prevent Trump from opposing the measure, lawmakers have attached it to a bill meant to impose pressure on Iran , a move favorable to Trump. The vote of 97 to 2 is a sharp rebuke to President Donald Trump's posture vis-à-vis Russian Federation and his resistance to the intelligence community's assessment that the country was behind efforts to influence the election he won. (more...)
Australian TV journalist hit by bullet in Philippines city
- June 16, 2017
The blood flow was enough to suggest he should go to the hospital. Duterte was last seen in the southern city of Cagayan de Oro, visiting soldiers wounded in nearby fighting with Islamic State (IS) group-styled gunmen that is now on its fourth week. (more...)
- June 16, 2017
The blood flow was enough to suggest he should go to the hospital. Duterte was last seen in the southern city of Cagayan de Oro, visiting soldiers wounded in nearby fighting with Islamic State (IS) group-styled gunmen that is now on its fourth week. (more...)
Deadlocked jury in Cosby trial wraps up for the night
- June 16, 2017
Celebrity lawyer Gloria Allred told reporters she is "very concerned" about the deadlock and said she worries at least one juror could be "confusing character with the actual". If the jury remains deadlocked and can not reach a verdict , the case will start all over again later with a new jury. She tweeted a video that shows her shooting a mini-basketball into a net to the tune of "Sweet Georgia Brown", the theme song of the Harlem Globetrotters. (more...)
- June 16, 2017
Celebrity lawyer Gloria Allred told reporters she is "very concerned" about the deadlock and said she worries at least one juror could be "confusing character with the actual". If the jury remains deadlocked and can not reach a verdict , the case will start all over again later with a new jury. She tweeted a video that shows her shooting a mini-basketball into a net to the tune of "Sweet Georgia Brown", the theme song of the Harlem Globetrotters. (more...)
Special prosecutor 'investigating business dealings of Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner'
- June 16, 2017
One, with Russian Ambassador Sergey Kislyak, Kushner suggested setting up a secured back-channel communications system with Trump officials and Moscow at the Russian Embassy, according to USA officials. As the Post noted, Kushner is just the latest associate of the president to be under scrutiny for questionable business dealings with Russian Federation. (more...)
- June 16, 2017
One, with Russian Ambassador Sergey Kislyak, Kushner suggested setting up a secured back-channel communications system with Trump officials and Moscow at the Russian Embassy, according to USA officials. As the Post noted, Kushner is just the latest associate of the president to be under scrutiny for questionable business dealings with Russian Federation. (more...)
Supreme Court Ramps Up Review Of Donald Trump's Travel Ban Losses
- June 16, 2017
Trump's first executive order implementing the travel ban was signed January 27 and immediately was challenged in court, where it was blocked. An executive order can not be divorced from its intent, and if the motivation behind it wasn't sufficiently clear before, Mr. (more...)
- June 16, 2017
Trump's first executive order implementing the travel ban was signed January 27 and immediately was challenged in court, where it was blocked. An executive order can not be divorced from its intent, and if the motivation behind it wasn't sufficiently clear before, Mr. (more...)
Putin sick of Russians living in 'huts'
- June 16, 2017
Putin argued that Russian Federation has done nothing to warrant the Senate's move, calling it an "evidence of a continuing internal political struggle in the U.S". But Putin also struck a more conciliatory tone: "We have worked with the United States on solutions for the Iranian nuclear problem and found them", Putin said. (more...)
- June 16, 2017
Putin argued that Russian Federation has done nothing to warrant the Senate's move, calling it an "evidence of a continuing internal political struggle in the U.S". But Putin also struck a more conciliatory tone: "We have worked with the United States on solutions for the Iranian nuclear problem and found them", Putin said. (more...)
Thousands remember victims of nightclub shooting
- June 16, 2017
Mateen pledged allegiance to the Islamic State group during the massacre. Some dressed as angels and stood guard outside the club before the service. Dignitaries, including U.S. Sen. Families members read the names of the victims, WKMG said, with officials saying an estimated 1,000 people went to the club overnight to pay their respects. (more...)
- June 16, 2017
Mateen pledged allegiance to the Islamic State group during the massacre. Some dressed as angels and stood guard outside the club before the service. Dignitaries, including U.S. Sen. Families members read the names of the victims, WKMG said, with officials saying an estimated 1,000 people went to the club overnight to pay their respects. (more...)
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