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French President Macron Wins Big in Parliamentary Vote
- June 18, 2017
French President Emmanuel Macron's centrist party has claimed a sweeping victory in the first round of elections to the National Assembly , despite a historically low turn-out. Turnout was markedly down on Sunday compared with the last parliamentary election, reflecting a degree of fatalism among Macron's opponents in the face of his advance as well as a degree of election fatigue, experts said. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
French President Emmanuel Macron's centrist party has claimed a sweeping victory in the first round of elections to the National Assembly , despite a historically low turn-out. Turnout was markedly down on Sunday compared with the last parliamentary election, reflecting a degree of fatalism among Macron's opponents in the face of his advance as well as a degree of election fatigue, experts said. (more...)
Super save (for bogey) keeps Fleetwood smiling at US Open
- June 18, 2017
That gave Oosthuizen a record total of 132 for the middle two rounds and after bogeys at the second, third and fourth in the final round looked to have ended his chances, he carded six birdies in the last seven holes for a record-equalling back nine of 29 and outright record of 199 for the last 54 holes. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
That gave Oosthuizen a record total of 132 for the middle two rounds and after bogeys at the second, third and fourth in the final round looked to have ended his chances, he carded six birdies in the last seven holes for a record-equalling back nine of 29 and outright record of 199 for the last 54 holes. (more...)
Suspect identified after Chinese kindergarten blast
- June 18, 2017
Earlier in the day, local police said a 22-year-old suspect used an improvised explosive device to cause the blast. "Because the explosion happened just outside the school grounds, the students waiting inside classrooms would probably have been shielded from injury", he said. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Earlier in the day, local police said a 22-year-old suspect used an improvised explosive device to cause the blast. "Because the explosion happened just outside the school grounds, the students waiting inside classrooms would probably have been shielded from injury", he said. (more...)
London fire: Protesters swarm Downing Street, demand May's resignation
- June 18, 2017
Six Egyptians remain missing after a fire engulfed the Grenfell Tower in London . Police have confirmed that the fire has resulted in at least 30 fatalities but according to other reports, the number of deaths could be more than 70. The new figure of 58 includes the 30 that had already been announced. Cundy said it could take a number of weeks to complete the search of the tower. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Six Egyptians remain missing after a fire engulfed the Grenfell Tower in London . Police have confirmed that the fire has resulted in at least 30 fatalities but according to other reports, the number of deaths could be more than 70. The new figure of 58 includes the 30 that had already been announced. Cundy said it could take a number of weeks to complete the search of the tower. (more...)
President Trump Confirms He's Being Investigated For Possible Obstruction Of Justice
- June 18, 2017
Trump expressed frustration Thursday at the prospect of that review, again taking to Twitter to denounce the probe as a " witch hunt ", and complaining that Hillary Clinton should be the subject of a Russia-related investigation , not him. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Trump expressed frustration Thursday at the prospect of that review, again taking to Twitter to denounce the probe as a " witch hunt ", and complaining that Hillary Clinton should be the subject of a Russia-related investigation , not him. (more...)
58 people missing after Grenfell Tower fire, presumed dead
- June 18, 2017
All the rest are homeless. Commander Stuart Cundy said 58 people who were in Grenfell Tower on the night of the blaze are missing and presumed dead. Bellerin, a defender, also plays for London club Arsenal. The death toll from the fire has risen to 30 as of Friday but is still expected to grow. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
All the rest are homeless. Commander Stuart Cundy said 58 people who were in Grenfell Tower on the night of the blaze are missing and presumed dead. Bellerin, a defender, also plays for London club Arsenal. The death toll from the fire has risen to 30 as of Friday but is still expected to grow. (more...)
Trump may 'terminate' Russia probe's Mueller says president's pal
- June 18, 2017
She asked whether he has seen "any evidence of good cause" to fire Mueller. Justice Department rules prohibit the dismissal of a special counsel without cause. Ruddy had been at the White House the same day, though White House press secretary Sean Spicer said he did not meet with the president. It was not clear whether Mr Ruddy, who speaks to the president often, was basing his remarks on a specific conversation with him or entirely on Mr Sekulow's comments. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
She asked whether he has seen "any evidence of good cause" to fire Mueller. Justice Department rules prohibit the dismissal of a special counsel without cause. Ruddy had been at the White House the same day, though White House press secretary Sean Spicer said he did not meet with the president. It was not clear whether Mr Ruddy, who speaks to the president often, was basing his remarks on a specific conversation with him or entirely on Mr Sekulow's comments. (more...)
US Navy Destroyer Collides With Merchant Vessel Off Coast Of Japan
- June 18, 2017
The Navy says it remains unclear how long it will take to gain access to the spaces inside the damaged destroyer in order to search for the missing crew members. There was no immediate explanation as to the cause of the collision. Former State Department spokesman and Pentagon Press Secretary John Kirby said on Saturday that the Navy will likely hold to account whomever is responsible for a warship collision off the coast of Japan. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
The Navy says it remains unclear how long it will take to gain access to the spaces inside the damaged destroyer in order to search for the missing crew members. There was no immediate explanation as to the cause of the collision. Former State Department spokesman and Pentagon Press Secretary John Kirby said on Saturday that the Navy will likely hold to account whomever is responsible for a warship collision off the coast of Japan. (more...)
PM May nears DUP deal
- June 18, 2017
The DUP leader said: "There's been a lot of commentary around the issues that we are talking about and it won't surprise anyone that we are talking about matters that pertain, of course, to the nation generally". Mrs May's botched election gamble has led supporters of closer ties with the European Union to publicly demand she take a more consensual and business-friendly approach to Brexit. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
The DUP leader said: "There's been a lot of commentary around the issues that we are talking about and it won't surprise anyone that we are talking about matters that pertain, of course, to the nation generally". Mrs May's botched election gamble has led supporters of closer ties with the European Union to publicly demand she take a more consensual and business-friendly approach to Brexit. (more...)
Rep. Steve Scalise's condition upgraded to 'serious'
- June 18, 2017
Scalise was one of several people shot by suspect James T. Hodgkinson ― a 66-year-old resident of IL ― who targeted a GOP team baseball practice in Alexandria, Virginia, on Wednesday. Sava says Scalise has responded to family members while he's still under sedation. The man who shot House Majority Whip Steve Scalise and others at a congressional baseball practice this week had with him a piece of paper with doodles and the names of three lawmakers. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Scalise was one of several people shot by suspect James T. Hodgkinson ― a 66-year-old resident of IL ― who targeted a GOP team baseball practice in Alexandria, Virginia, on Wednesday. Sava says Scalise has responded to family members while he's still under sedation. The man who shot House Majority Whip Steve Scalise and others at a congressional baseball practice this week had with him a piece of paper with doodles and the names of three lawmakers. (more...)
Corbyn's soaring popularity shows the risks facing the DUP
- June 18, 2017
But he didn't, and that poor judgment, and an apparent inability to repudiate his more dodgy "friends" in 30 years of being a backbench maverick - without the need to be held accountable back in the day - has cost Corbyn dearly. Labour's manifesto was packed with popular policies such as removing university tuition fees, renationalising the railways and addressing the UK's shortage of housing. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
But he didn't, and that poor judgment, and an apparent inability to repudiate his more dodgy "friends" in 30 years of being a backbench maverick - without the need to be held accountable back in the day - has cost Corbyn dearly. Labour's manifesto was packed with popular policies such as removing university tuition fees, renationalising the railways and addressing the UK's shortage of housing. (more...)
The 22-Year-Old Still Unresponsive, UC Doctor States
- June 18, 2017
Fred Warmbier echoed the message of U.S. officials, who have said Rodman played no role in the release . He said he and his wife, Cindy, only learned of their son's condition last week. "I know the answer to that", State Department spokeswoman Heather Nauert said - but then she wouldn't say. He was freed this week after State Department officials traveled to North Korea and demanded his release on humanitarian grounds. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Fred Warmbier echoed the message of U.S. officials, who have said Rodman played no role in the release . He said he and his wife, Cindy, only learned of their son's condition last week. "I know the answer to that", State Department spokeswoman Heather Nauert said - but then she wouldn't say. He was freed this week after State Department officials traveled to North Korea and demanded his release on humanitarian grounds. (more...)
Judge declares a mistrial in Bill Cosby sex assault case
- June 18, 2017
The judge then declared a mistrial . Allred told CTV News Channel she thought the prosecution did a good job and is pleased that the district attorney has chose to retry the case . The seven men and five women on the panel looked upbeat as they left court outside Philadelphia Thursday after Judge Steven O'Neill told them to keep working through a deadlock. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
The judge then declared a mistrial . Allred told CTV News Channel she thought the prosecution did a good job and is pleased that the district attorney has chose to retry the case . The seven men and five women on the panel looked upbeat as they left court outside Philadelphia Thursday after Judge Steven O'Neill told them to keep working through a deadlock. (more...)
Scalise on the mend, now in 'serious' condition
- June 18, 2017
It was unclear whether he had emerged from surgery as of mid-day Thursday. Of immediate concern to doctors when Scalise arrived was hemorrhaging. The congressman is still in critical condition in the ICU, but his doctors are staying optimistic. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
It was unclear whether he had emerged from surgery as of mid-day Thursday. Of immediate concern to doctors when Scalise arrived was hemorrhaging. The congressman is still in critical condition in the ICU, but his doctors are staying optimistic. (more...)
Judge Finds Defendant Guilty; Manslaughter Law Extending to New Grounds?
- June 18, 2017
Prosecutors said during the trial that Carter had told Roy to get back in the truck after he told her he had gotten out and that she had failed to notify anyone that Roy was in danger. "This court finds that instructing Mr. Roy to get back in the truck constituted wanton and reckless conduct, by Ms. Carter creating a situation where there is a high degree of likelihood that substantial harm will result to Mr. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Prosecutors said during the trial that Carter had told Roy to get back in the truck after he told her he had gotten out and that she had failed to notify anyone that Roy was in danger. "This court finds that instructing Mr. Roy to get back in the truck constituted wanton and reckless conduct, by Ms. Carter creating a situation where there is a high degree of likelihood that substantial harm will result to Mr. (more...)
White House Plays Down Talk of Firing Special Counsel Robert Mueller
- June 18, 2017
A friend of the president suggested a day earlier that Trump was considering such an ouster. Sessions is testifying before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Tuesday afternoon. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., asked Sessions whether Trump records his conversations in the White House . Ryan echoed that sentiment, calling the reports about the president possibly moving to fire Mueller "a rumor". (more...)
- June 18, 2017
A friend of the president suggested a day earlier that Trump was considering such an ouster. Sessions is testifying before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Tuesday afternoon. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., asked Sessions whether Trump records his conversations in the White House . Ryan echoed that sentiment, calling the reports about the president possibly moving to fire Mueller "a rumor". (more...)
Palestinian attackers killed after stabbing Israeli officer
- June 18, 2017
At the Damascus Gate, two terrorists attacked Israel Border Police officers, critically injuring a policewoman, who was evacuated to Hadassah Mt. Scopus Hospital where she succumbed to her wounds. Forty-two Israelis have been killed in knife, gun and car-ramming attacks by Palestinians or Israeli Arabs since October 2015. Others were shot dead during protests or clashes, while some were killed in Israeli air strikes on the besieged Gaza Strip . (more...)
- June 18, 2017
At the Damascus Gate, two terrorists attacked Israel Border Police officers, critically injuring a policewoman, who was evacuated to Hadassah Mt. Scopus Hospital where she succumbed to her wounds. Forty-two Israelis have been killed in knife, gun and car-ramming attacks by Palestinians or Israeli Arabs since October 2015. Others were shot dead during protests or clashes, while some were killed in Israeli air strikes on the besieged Gaza Strip . (more...)
Sarah Sanders: Donald Trump Has 'No Intention' of Firing Robert Mueller
- June 18, 2017
The White House clarification has come amidst reports that Trump is contemplating firing Mueller. On Trump's plane ride home after a trip to Wisconsin, Sarah Huckabee Sanders told reporters he "has no intention" of firing Mueller, even though she maintained that "the president has the right to". (more...)
- June 18, 2017
The White House clarification has come amidst reports that Trump is contemplating firing Mueller. On Trump's plane ride home after a trip to Wisconsin, Sarah Huckabee Sanders told reporters he "has no intention" of firing Mueller, even though she maintained that "the president has the right to". (more...)
Meet The DOJ Official Who Could Take Over The Trump Investigation
- June 18, 2017
The move ordered Thursday by the transition's general counsel cast a wide net on documents tied to the Russian Federation investigation as well as inquiries into the activities of Trump associates. Why is Mr Trump being investigated? Mr Cohen has worked for Mr Trump since the mid-2000s and was active in the campaign. The transition, a nonprofit structurally separate from the Trump campaign, continues to operate with a small staff. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
The move ordered Thursday by the transition's general counsel cast a wide net on documents tied to the Russian Federation investigation as well as inquiries into the activities of Trump associates. Why is Mr Trump being investigated? Mr Cohen has worked for Mr Trump since the mid-2000s and was active in the campaign. The transition, a nonprofit structurally separate from the Trump campaign, continues to operate with a small staff. (more...)
US destroyer returns to port; 7 missing
- June 18, 2017
A statement from the U.S. 7th Fleet did not say whether all seven missing crew members had been found. The 7th Fleet statement said "a number of sailors that were missing" after the crash were found. Neither Japanese nor American authorities immediately clarified what might have happened to the missing sailors. The US 7th fleet said the USS Fitzgerald had "experienced flooding in some spaces". (more...)
- June 18, 2017
A statement from the U.S. 7th Fleet did not say whether all seven missing crew members had been found. The 7th Fleet statement said "a number of sailors that were missing" after the crash were found. Neither Japanese nor American authorities immediately clarified what might have happened to the missing sailors. The US 7th fleet said the USS Fitzgerald had "experienced flooding in some spaces". (more...)
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