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Brexit talks will begin on Monday despite Britain's political chaos
- June 18, 2017
Formal negotiations between Barnier and British Brexit minister David Davis are due to start next week but that timetable has been thrown into doubt by May's catastrophic loss of a majority in last Thursday's election. Spokesman Alexander Winterstein said: "We are fully prepared and ready for negotiations to start". Here's our latest guide to the talks. But her vulnerability at home means that her plan to leave the EU's lucrative single market and customs union in order to impose strict ... (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Formal negotiations between Barnier and British Brexit minister David Davis are due to start next week but that timetable has been thrown into doubt by May's catastrophic loss of a majority in last Thursday's election. Spokesman Alexander Winterstein said: "We are fully prepared and ready for negotiations to start". Here's our latest guide to the talks. But her vulnerability at home means that her plan to leave the EU's lucrative single market and customs union in order to impose strict ... (more...)
Russian Federation criticises U.S. for 'anti-Cuban' approach, says it sides with Cuba
- June 18, 2017
The Cuban government has rejected the newly-announced USA policy towards the country and said that any attempt to change the political system on the island would be "destined to fail". Under Trump's new directive, USA individuals and companies will be prohibited from doing commerce with Cuban businesses, including the Cuban tourism sector, owned by the Cuban military. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
The Cuban government has rejected the newly-announced USA policy towards the country and said that any attempt to change the political system on the island would be "destined to fail". Under Trump's new directive, USA individuals and companies will be prohibited from doing commerce with Cuban businesses, including the Cuban tourism sector, owned by the Cuban military. (more...)
Rout by Macron's party expected in French parliament vote
- June 18, 2017
The survey projected centrist Macron's Republic on the Move party and its MoDem ally would win between 430 and 460 seats in the 577-seat lower house. Turnout will be closely watched after it hit a almost 60-year low for the first round of voting, leading some to warn Macron his mandate is not as strong as he thinks. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
The survey projected centrist Macron's Republic on the Move party and its MoDem ally would win between 430 and 460 seats in the 577-seat lower house. Turnout will be closely watched after it hit a almost 60-year low for the first round of voting, leading some to warn Macron his mandate is not as strong as he thinks. (more...)
Grand theft avocado: 3 arrested in $300K California theft
- June 18, 2017
And police say this may have driven three California men to steal up to $300,000 (£234,770) worth of them from an Oxnard produce firm where they worked. In particular, they are suspected of stealing avocados from their employer, Mission Produce in Ventura County , for resale. Police are calling it grand theft avocado . (more...)
- June 18, 2017
And police say this may have driven three California men to steal up to $300,000 (£234,770) worth of them from an Oxnard produce firm where they worked. In particular, they are suspected of stealing avocados from their employer, Mission Produce in Ventura County , for resale. Police are calling it grand theft avocado . (more...)
Judge Declares Mistrial On Cosby's Sexual Assault Case
- June 18, 2017
Lawyer Brian McMonagle also anxious that some jurors might compromise "their views and their values" for the sake of reaching a unanimous decision. The statement goes on to say, in part, "We are confident that these proceedings have given a voice to the many victims who felt powerless and silenced". (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Lawyer Brian McMonagle also anxious that some jurors might compromise "their views and their values" for the sake of reaching a unanimous decision. The statement goes on to say, in part, "We are confident that these proceedings have given a voice to the many victims who felt powerless and silenced". (more...)
Donald Trump says he's being investigated over Comey
- June 18, 2017
Pres. Trump says being investigated by "man who told me to fire the FBI Director!" Some critics of US President Donald Trump have expressed fear that Deputy Attorney General Rod J. Or, perhaps, Trump was trying to put pressure on Rosenstein to recuse himself from the investigation. President Trump issued an eyebrow-raising tweet Friday morning. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Pres. Trump says being investigated by "man who told me to fire the FBI Director!" Some critics of US President Donald Trump have expressed fear that Deputy Attorney General Rod J. Or, perhaps, Trump was trying to put pressure on Rosenstein to recuse himself from the investigation. President Trump issued an eyebrow-raising tweet Friday morning. (more...)
Russian Federation criticises United States for 'anti-Cuban' approach, says it sides with Cuba
- June 18, 2017
Worldwide human rights groups say, however, that renewed United States efforts to isolate the island could worsen the situation by empowering Cuban hard-liners. Be proactive - Use the "Flag as Inappropriate" link at the upper right corner of each comment to let us know of abusive posts. America severed ties with Cuba in 1961, shortly after Fidel Castro launched a revolution that toppled a US -friendly government, and the two countries had been at loggerheads ever since. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Worldwide human rights groups say, however, that renewed United States efforts to isolate the island could worsen the situation by empowering Cuban hard-liners. Be proactive - Use the "Flag as Inappropriate" link at the upper right corner of each comment to let us know of abusive posts. America severed ties with Cuba in 1961, shortly after Fidel Castro launched a revolution that toppled a US -friendly government, and the two countries had been at loggerheads ever since. (more...)
Congressman Scalise, shot Wednesday, is improving, doctors report
- June 18, 2017
Vice President Mike Pence earlier on Thursday said he visited MedStar Washington Hospital Center, where Scalise was being treated. "We've had a very, very divided country for many years", Trump said. There was plenty of amateur-hour baseball in the event, but also some breakout play. Scalise was among five people wounded when a shooter sprayed rifle fire at congressional Republicans practicing on a diamond in Alexandria. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Vice President Mike Pence earlier on Thursday said he visited MedStar Washington Hospital Center, where Scalise was being treated. "We've had a very, very divided country for many years", Trump said. There was plenty of amateur-hour baseball in the event, but also some breakout play. Scalise was among five people wounded when a shooter sprayed rifle fire at congressional Republicans practicing on a diamond in Alexandria. (more...)
What do the general election results mean for a second Scottish referendum?
- June 18, 2017
Adam Tomkins , Conservative member of the devolved Scottish parliament for Glasgow, described the election as "a good night for the union". The Scottish Labour party - previously thought to be in terminal decline - gained six, and even the Liberal Democrats won three previously SNP seats. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Adam Tomkins , Conservative member of the devolved Scottish parliament for Glasgow, described the election as "a good night for the union". The Scottish Labour party - previously thought to be in terminal decline - gained six, and even the Liberal Democrats won three previously SNP seats. (more...)
Escaped Inmates Murdered Two Prison Guards. An Armed Civilian Captured Them
- June 18, 2017
Police arrested Ricky Dubose (l.) and Donnie Russell Rowe (r.). Ricky Dubose and Donnie Rowe had been on the run for three days after killing Sgt. "We will do everything in our power to support their loved ones, and we will not forget their sacrifice and service". Josh Devine, Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says, "somehow the couple had the where-with-all to break free and notify authorities and that was absolutely critical". (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Police arrested Ricky Dubose (l.) and Donnie Russell Rowe (r.). Ricky Dubose and Donnie Rowe had been on the run for three days after killing Sgt. "We will do everything in our power to support their loved ones, and we will not forget their sacrifice and service". Josh Devine, Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says, "somehow the couple had the where-with-all to break free and notify authorities and that was absolutely critical". (more...)
Steve Scalise's shooter had a list with names of other congress members
- June 18, 2017
President Donald Trump visited Scalise at the hospital Wednesday night and later said in a speech, "He's a great fighter and he's going to be OK, we hope". Doctors expect Mr Scalise will eventually be able to walk and return to work at "full capacity". "I feel a lot more optimistic than I did two, three days ago". (more...)
- June 18, 2017
President Donald Trump visited Scalise at the hospital Wednesday night and later said in a speech, "He's a great fighter and he's going to be OK, we hope". Doctors expect Mr Scalise will eventually be able to walk and return to work at "full capacity". "I feel a lot more optimistic than I did two, three days ago". (more...)
Trump Administration Keeps DACA in Place -- for Now
- June 18, 2017
The Trump Administration is doing a 180 after announcing late last night that it would leave parts of an Obama-Era immigration policy known as Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals or DACA in place, at least for now . Trump's decision veers from his strident anti-immigrant campaign rhetoric , which translated into some tough early months for American immigrants during his administration. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
The Trump Administration is doing a 180 after announcing late last night that it would leave parts of an Obama-Era immigration policy known as Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals or DACA in place, at least for now . Trump's decision veers from his strident anti-immigrant campaign rhetoric , which translated into some tough early months for American immigrants during his administration. (more...)
Shooter of Republican lawmakers a fan of leftist Sanders
- June 18, 2017
Back in IL at least one friend of Hodgkinson - who didn't give his full name - defended him, saying, "I just want to let people know he wasn't evil, that he was exhausted of some of the politics going on". Trump, who visited Scalise at the hospital on Wednesday, said Scalise was "in some trouble but he's going to be okay, we hope". "I think that an excellent recovery is a good possibility", Dr. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Back in IL at least one friend of Hodgkinson - who didn't give his full name - defended him, saying, "I just want to let people know he wasn't evil, that he was exhausted of some of the politics going on". Trump, who visited Scalise at the hospital on Wednesday, said Scalise was "in some trouble but he's going to be okay, we hope". "I think that an excellent recovery is a good possibility", Dr. (more...)
Shot US congressman Steve Scalise off the critical list
- June 18, 2017
Roger Williams, R-Texas, who injured his ankle in the chaos Wednesday and will watch from the third-base coaching box. Dr. Jack Sava, director of trauma at MedStar Washington Hospital Center , said the team working with Scalise is "encouraged" by his progress. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Roger Williams, R-Texas, who injured his ankle in the chaos Wednesday and will watch from the third-base coaching box. Dr. Jack Sava, director of trauma at MedStar Washington Hospital Center , said the team working with Scalise is "encouraged" by his progress. (more...)
Wife of Virginia shooter James Hodgkinson: 'I'm sorry that he did this'
- June 18, 2017
James Clyburn of SC, the No. 3 House Democrat. As we reported yesterday, Democrats in Congress have graciously reached out to Republicans, starting with praying for them Wednesday morning and joining them in prayer at the Congressional baseball game yesterday. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
James Clyburn of SC, the No. 3 House Democrat. As we reported yesterday, Democrats in Congress have graciously reached out to Republicans, starting with praying for them Wednesday morning and joining them in prayer at the Congressional baseball game yesterday. (more...)
Trump proclaims executive order to assist apprenticeships
- June 18, 2017
Given that these programs will be also be known as Registered Apprenticeships, it will be hard for employers to know whether a former apprentice has received training that meets the applicable federal standards, or whether the apprentice participated in a lower-quality program that did not meet the same standards. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Given that these programs will be also be known as Registered Apprenticeships, it will be hard for employers to know whether a former apprentice has received training that meets the applicable federal standards, or whether the apprentice participated in a lower-quality program that did not meet the same standards. (more...)
White House Wants More Flexible Russia-Sanctions Deal From Congress
- June 18, 2017
Earlier this week, the Senate came together and overwhelmingly passed a bill that would impose new sanctions against Russian Federation and allow Congress to review any attempts by the president to lessen them. The White House didn't mention the Iran sanctions part of the bill, but did appear to be down on the Russian Federation portion, saying they believe that the existing slew of anti-Russia sanctions are already plenty. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Earlier this week, the Senate came together and overwhelmingly passed a bill that would impose new sanctions against Russian Federation and allow Congress to review any attempts by the president to lessen them. The White House didn't mention the Iran sanctions part of the bill, but did appear to be down on the Russian Federation portion, saying they believe that the existing slew of anti-Russia sanctions are already plenty. (more...)
US Soilders Injured at Camp Shaheen In Afghanistan
- June 18, 2017
Araam added that the soldiers returned fire and killed the attacker. Since the beginning of their spring offensive in late April, the Taliban have been mounting lethal attacks on the positions of the Afghan army and police, who have lost several dozen men in recent weeks. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
Araam added that the soldiers returned fire and killed the attacker. Since the beginning of their spring offensive in late April, the Taliban have been mounting lethal attacks on the positions of the Afghan army and police, who have lost several dozen men in recent weeks. (more...)
Woman found guilty of involuntary manslaughter because of her text messages
- June 18, 2017
The sensational trial in Taunton offered a window into teen depression and suicide through text messages and Facebook communications. Mirror Online reports that the court heard more than 20,000 text messages exchanges were made - with more than 1,000 of those messages sent in the days leading up to Roy's death . (more...)
- June 18, 2017
The sensational trial in Taunton offered a window into teen depression and suicide through text messages and Facebook communications. Mirror Online reports that the court heard more than 20,000 text messages exchanges were made - with more than 1,000 of those messages sent in the days leading up to Roy's death . (more...)
Barack Obama texted Kevin Durant after NBA Finals win, praised his defense
- June 18, 2017
The Warriors had their worst shooting performance of the playoffs during their second-round sweep of the Utah Jazz , posting an effective field goal percentage of 54.5 percent, but that was with Curry playing just 4.6 minutes per game in the fourth quarter as he was largely unneeded during the sweep. (more...)
- June 18, 2017
The Warriors had their worst shooting performance of the playoffs during their second-round sweep of the Utah Jazz , posting an effective field goal percentage of 54.5 percent, but that was with Curry playing just 4.6 minutes per game in the fourth quarter as he was largely unneeded during the sweep. (more...)
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