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Trump lawyer: President not under investigation in Russia probe
- June 19, 2017
In a heated interview on "Fox News Sunday", Trump attorney Jay Sekulow insisted - as he did on the other Sunday political talk shows - that the president was not under criminal investigation, despite reporting from The Washington Post and the president's own tweet that suggested he was a target of the investigation. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
In a heated interview on "Fox News Sunday", Trump attorney Jay Sekulow insisted - as he did on the other Sunday political talk shows - that the president was not under criminal investigation, despite reporting from The Washington Post and the president's own tweet that suggested he was a target of the investigation. (more...)
No NOC required from Gandhi family for 'Indu Sarkar': CBFC chief
- June 19, 2017
Starring Kirti Kulhari , Neil Nitin Mukesh and Anupam Kher in pivotal roles the film promises to be a hard-hitting drama which is inspired by real life events. Neil Nitin Mukesh is commendable as Sanjay Gandhi and Kirti, who plays a poetess who stammers and later becomes a catalyst for a radical change, is applaud worthy too. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Starring Kirti Kulhari , Neil Nitin Mukesh and Anupam Kher in pivotal roles the film promises to be a hard-hitting drama which is inspired by real life events. Neil Nitin Mukesh is commendable as Sanjay Gandhi and Kirti, who plays a poetess who stammers and later becomes a catalyst for a radical change, is applaud worthy too. (more...)
Castile protesters march in Minnesota city where acquitted officer worked
- June 19, 2017
Anthony Police Department officer Jeronimo Yanez not guilty of second-degree manslaughter in the death of Philando Castile, at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Holmes, as well as others who attended Sunday's rally - steps from where her son was shot - said she wasn't surprised by the verdict. The world learned of Philando Castile's death through a Facebook livestream launched by his girlfriend seconds after he was shot by a Minnesota police officer. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Anthony Police Department officer Jeronimo Yanez not guilty of second-degree manslaughter in the death of Philando Castile, at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Holmes, as well as others who attended Sunday's rally - steps from where her son was shot - said she wasn't surprised by the verdict. The world learned of Philando Castile's death through a Facebook livestream launched by his girlfriend seconds after he was shot by a Minnesota police officer. (more...)
Death toll from London inferno rises to 58
- June 19, 2017
Metropolitan Police Commander Stuart Cundy said: "I must consider the fact that there may be others in the building who, for whatever reason, have not been reported to us". Prime Minister Theresa May met with survivors of the Grenfell Tower fire . "This was a bad tragedy that took place". May also said that a public inquiry that is looking into the Grenfell Fire will report directly to her and that she has asked for daily updates from the neighbourhood to be sent to her. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Metropolitan Police Commander Stuart Cundy said: "I must consider the fact that there may be others in the building who, for whatever reason, have not been reported to us". Prime Minister Theresa May met with survivors of the Grenfell Tower fire . "This was a bad tragedy that took place". May also said that a public inquiry that is looking into the Grenfell Fire will report directly to her and that she has asked for daily updates from the neighbourhood to be sent to her. (more...)
58 missing and presumed dead in London apartment fire
- June 19, 2017
In her official birthday message, Queen Elizabeth II , who visited the area on Friday, reflected on the "sombre national mood" following tragedies in London and Manchester in recent weeks. "I've heard stories of heroism, from Christians, from Muslims and from others, looking after their brothers and sisters, their neighbours and doing the job that we expect from this brilliant community because of the fantastic community that is here in this part of London ". (more...)
- June 19, 2017
In her official birthday message, Queen Elizabeth II , who visited the area on Friday, reflected on the "sombre national mood" following tragedies in London and Manchester in recent weeks. "I've heard stories of heroism, from Christians, from Muslims and from others, looking after their brothers and sisters, their neighbours and doing the job that we expect from this brilliant community because of the fantastic community that is here in this part of London ". (more...)
UK to hold two-year Brexit parliament
- June 19, 2017
But she now faces growing opposition at home to this, and her threats to walk away without a deal, in the wake of this month's general election in which she lost her centre-right Conservative party's parliamentary majority. She will not take part in day-to-day negotiations but is expected to set Britain's approach and have the final say on any compromises or concessions. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
But she now faces growing opposition at home to this, and her threats to walk away without a deal, in the wake of this month's general election in which she lost her centre-right Conservative party's parliamentary majority. She will not take part in day-to-day negotiations but is expected to set Britain's approach and have the final say on any compromises or concessions. (more...)
Trump not under investigation, says lawyer
- June 19, 2017
But Sekulow says the legal team has "received no notice of investigation". Dickerson: ... Couldn't you be under investigation and they're just not letting you know yet? Schiff also said he believes recent congressional testimony from Comey and Attorney General Jeff Sessions points to signs of possible obstruction by Trump that warrant further investigation. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
But Sekulow says the legal team has "received no notice of investigation". Dickerson: ... Couldn't you be under investigation and they're just not letting you know yet? Schiff also said he believes recent congressional testimony from Comey and Attorney General Jeff Sessions points to signs of possible obstruction by Trump that warrant further investigation. (more...)
Manchester bomb probe police make 18th arrest
- June 19, 2017
The attacker, 22-year-old Salman Abedi, reportedly met with members of the Katibat al-Battar al-Libi, during trips to Tripoli and Sabratha, Libya. Police have also released new CCTV images showing Abedi moving around Manchester before the attack on the arena. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
The attacker, 22-year-old Salman Abedi, reportedly met with members of the Katibat al-Battar al-Libi, during trips to Tripoli and Sabratha, Libya. Police have also released new CCTV images showing Abedi moving around Manchester before the attack on the arena. (more...)
Bodies of missing Navy sailors found after collision near Japan
- June 19, 2017
Yoko Kato, a spokeswoman for the U.S. navy, said divers had gained access to spaces that were damaged during the collision and found a number of bodies. The bodies were taken to a United States naval hospital in Yokosuka. "I am humbled by the bravery and tenacity of the Fitzgerald crew". "You can't see most of the damage, the damage is mostly underneath the waterline, and it's a large gash near the keel of the ship". (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Yoko Kato, a spokeswoman for the U.S. navy, said divers had gained access to spaces that were damaged during the collision and found a number of bodies. The bodies were taken to a United States naval hospital in Yokosuka. "I am humbled by the bravery and tenacity of the Fitzgerald crew". "You can't see most of the damage, the damage is mostly underneath the waterline, and it's a large gash near the keel of the ship". (more...)
Trump signs executive order on apprenticeships
- June 19, 2017
Instead of starting with Labor Department regulations, the apprenticeships would be largely designed by industries looking to fill specific jobs. "We are excited about working with the administration to help create more job and career opportunities in the restaurant, foodservice and hospitality industry through apprenticeship", said Rob Gifford, the NRAEF's executive vice president, in a statement . (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Instead of starting with Labor Department regulations, the apprenticeships would be largely designed by industries looking to fill specific jobs. "We are excited about working with the administration to help create more job and career opportunities in the restaurant, foodservice and hospitality industry through apprenticeship", said Rob Gifford, the NRAEF's executive vice president, in a statement . (more...)
No sign of healing in G7 climate change rift
- June 19, 2017
German Chancellor Angela Merkel, French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian Prime Minister Paolo Gentiloni have said the Paris agreement can not be renegotiated, urging their allies to speed up efforts to combat global warming. Among the other six, the only issue was Japan's request to toughen the statement to say that the Paris climate agreement was "irreversible" rather than "non-negotiable", according to one G6 delegate involved in the talks. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
German Chancellor Angela Merkel, French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian Prime Minister Paolo Gentiloni have said the Paris agreement can not be renegotiated, urging their allies to speed up efforts to combat global warming. Among the other six, the only issue was Japan's request to toughen the statement to say that the Paris climate agreement was "irreversible" rather than "non-negotiable", according to one G6 delegate involved in the talks. (more...)
Clashes, protests intensify amid shutdown in India's Darjeeling town
- June 19, 2017
West Bengal's Darjeeling district has been on the boil over a separate state demand and witnessed widespread clashes between Gorkha Janmukti Morcha activists and the police. A state government official later said: "The problem has become acute as the area has some worldwide borders from where arms were reportedly being smuggled into the hills for the past few months". (more...)
- June 19, 2017
West Bengal's Darjeeling district has been on the boil over a separate state demand and witnessed widespread clashes between Gorkha Janmukti Morcha activists and the police. A state government official later said: "The problem has become acute as the area has some worldwide borders from where arms were reportedly being smuggled into the hills for the past few months". (more...)
France goes to the polls as Macron seeks majority
- June 19, 2017
The runoff scheduled for next Sunday will determine the makeup of an assembly that Macron, at the start of a five-year term, needs to implement his campaign promises of boosting the economy and reducing the deficit. Pollsters predict the LREM could secure at least three-quarters of seats in the lower house after next Sunday's second round. Melenchon, who could see his party win around 20 seats, asked French voters "not to give full powers" to the president's party in the second round next ... (more...)
- June 19, 2017
The runoff scheduled for next Sunday will determine the makeup of an assembly that Macron, at the start of a five-year term, needs to implement his campaign promises of boosting the economy and reducing the deficit. Pollsters predict the LREM could secure at least three-quarters of seats in the lower house after next Sunday's second round. Melenchon, who could see his party win around 20 seats, asked French voters "not to give full powers" to the president's party in the second round next ... (more...)
Emmanuel Macron's party looks set for big parliamentary win
- June 19, 2017
France's prime minister has declared victory for President Emmanuel Macron's fledgling party in the French parliamentary election's first round, as projected results show his centrist bloc on course for a massive majority to push through his pro-business reforms. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
France's prime minister has declared victory for President Emmanuel Macron's fledgling party in the French parliamentary election's first round, as projected results show his centrist bloc on course for a massive majority to push through his pro-business reforms. (more...)
Turkey's Erdogan to discuss Qatar dispute with Trump, minister says
- June 19, 2017
The comments come more than a week after a group of Arab states including Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates cut trade links to Qatar, accusing the state of supporting terrorism. The president said he would conduct a trilateral teleconference call with French President Emmanuel Macron and Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani later on June 13 regarding steps to resolve the Qatar diplomatic crisis. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
The comments come more than a week after a group of Arab states including Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates cut trade links to Qatar, accusing the state of supporting terrorism. The president said he would conduct a trilateral teleconference call with French President Emmanuel Macron and Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani later on June 13 regarding steps to resolve the Qatar diplomatic crisis. (more...)
Baseball gunman had list of GOP lawmakers
- June 19, 2017
Hodgkinson . "I have just been informed that the alleged shooter at the Republican baseball practice is someone who apparently volunteered on my presidential campaign", said a statement from the former Democratic presidential hopeful. Brennwald thought it was odd he never saw Hodgkinson exercise or wear workout clothes and considered asking a staffer about him but never did, he said. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Hodgkinson . "I have just been informed that the alleged shooter at the Republican baseball practice is someone who apparently volunteered on my presidential campaign", said a statement from the former Democratic presidential hopeful. Brennwald thought it was odd he never saw Hodgkinson exercise or wear workout clothes and considered asking a staffer about him but never did, he said. (more...)
Senate jabs Trump in unanimous vote on North Atlantic Treaty Organisation
- June 19, 2017
On Wednesday, the US Senate approved , by an overwhelming majority, a measure that would expand sanctions on Russian Federation and limit the US president's ability to lift said sanctions. However, with the bill heading to the House, it appears that the White House is now working with House Republicans to weaken the legislation and restore President Donald Trump's power over the sanctions. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
On Wednesday, the US Senate approved , by an overwhelming majority, a measure that would expand sanctions on Russian Federation and limit the US president's ability to lift said sanctions. However, with the bill heading to the House, it appears that the White House is now working with House Republicans to weaken the legislation and restore President Donald Trump's power over the sanctions. (more...)
One Year Later, 49 Killed In Orlando Nightclub Shooting Remembered
- June 19, 2017
Exactly one year ago, the city of Orlando experienced the horrors of the worst mass shooting in USA history. The nearby Diocese of St. Petersburg tweeted "A prayer for Orlando" June 12, saying "we cherish each person as a child of God". "How could we not, from Orlando to Columbia we're feeling this", Kingdom Outreach, Tiffany Adams said. Florida Governor Rick Scott ordered US flags around the state to be flown at half-staff. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Exactly one year ago, the city of Orlando experienced the horrors of the worst mass shooting in USA history. The nearby Diocese of St. Petersburg tweeted "A prayer for Orlando" June 12, saying "we cherish each person as a child of God". "How could we not, from Orlando to Columbia we're feeling this", Kingdom Outreach, Tiffany Adams said. Florida Governor Rick Scott ordered US flags around the state to be flown at half-staff. (more...)
Trump Under Investigation for Firing FBI Director James Comey
- June 19, 2017
Trump's son-in-law and adviser Jared Kushner , as well as whether Mr. Trump tried to obstruct the Russian Federation investigation. "That is a great, great team of complete professionals, so let's let him do his job", former independent counsel Kenneth Starr, who investigated President Bill Clinton in the 1990s, told ABC News . (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Trump's son-in-law and adviser Jared Kushner , as well as whether Mr. Trump tried to obstruct the Russian Federation investigation. "That is a great, great team of complete professionals, so let's let him do his job", former independent counsel Kenneth Starr, who investigated President Bill Clinton in the 1990s, told ABC News . (more...)
Donald Trump is yelling at TVs in White House over Russian Federation probe
- June 19, 2017
Rosenstein is the man responsible for both writing the memo recommending Comey's firing and for later naming Robert Mueller as special counsel in the wide-scoping investigation into Russian meddling in the election. Democratic Senator Dianne Feinstein , a Senate Intelligence Committee member, said she was "increasingly concerned" Trump would try to fire not only Mueller, but also Rosenstein. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Rosenstein is the man responsible for both writing the memo recommending Comey's firing and for later naming Robert Mueller as special counsel in the wide-scoping investigation into Russian meddling in the election. Democratic Senator Dianne Feinstein , a Senate Intelligence Committee member, said she was "increasingly concerned" Trump would try to fire not only Mueller, but also Rosenstein. (more...)
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