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Ex-German Chancellor Helmut Kohl dies aged 87
- June 19, 2017
His party, the Christian Democratic Union, confirmed on Friday that Kohl had died. Former German chancellor Helmut Kohl on the shore of Lake Tegernsee in Bad Wiessee, southern Germany. European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker said Kohl "was a great European and a great friend". FILE: German chancellor Helmut Kohl and his wife Hannelore dance during the Presseball on 11 January 1987 in Berlin , Germany. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
His party, the Christian Democratic Union, confirmed on Friday that Kohl had died. Former German chancellor Helmut Kohl on the shore of Lake Tegernsee in Bad Wiessee, southern Germany. European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker said Kohl "was a great European and a great friend". FILE: German chancellor Helmut Kohl and his wife Hannelore dance during the Presseball on 11 January 1987 in Berlin , Germany. (more...)
North Korea releases United States citizen Otto Warmbier
- June 19, 2017
Rodman, who has previously described North Korean leader Kim Jong-un as his "friend for life", told CNN shortly before landing in North Korea that he hoped to achieve "something pretty positive" during the visit. "This is a matter of grave concern", Richardson said. Sen. Rob Portman, R-Ohio, called Warmbier's arrest and trial "unnecessary and appalling", while lawmakers from Virginia also denounced North Korea's actions. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Rodman, who has previously described North Korean leader Kim Jong-un as his "friend for life", told CNN shortly before landing in North Korea that he hoped to achieve "something pretty positive" during the visit. "This is a matter of grave concern", Richardson said. Sen. Rob Portman, R-Ohio, called Warmbier's arrest and trial "unnecessary and appalling", while lawmakers from Virginia also denounced North Korea's actions. (more...)
Kevin Spacey Added a New Celebrity Impression to His Arsenal: Fred Astaire
- June 19, 2017
The show opened to critical acclaim back in November 2016, and chronicles a lonely, awkward high school student, Evan Hansen (Platt) caught up in a lie that goes viral after a fellow loner, Connor Murphy (Mike Faist) commits suicide early in the school year. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
The show opened to critical acclaim back in November 2016, and chronicles a lonely, awkward high school student, Evan Hansen (Platt) caught up in a lie that goes viral after a fellow loner, Connor Murphy (Mike Faist) commits suicide early in the school year. (more...)
Van-attack-at-Finsbury-Park-targetted-Muslim-worshippers,-say
- June 19, 2017
The council tweeted that its prayers were with the victims. "It appears from eyewitness accounts that the perpetrator was motivated by Islamophobia", the council's secretary general, Harun Khan, said in a statement published on Twitter . (more...)
- June 19, 2017
The council tweeted that its prayers were with the victims. "It appears from eyewitness accounts that the perpetrator was motivated by Islamophobia", the council's secretary general, Harun Khan, said in a statement published on Twitter . (more...)
Cladding used in London's Grenfell Tower is 'banned in Britain'
- June 19, 2017
A catastrophic blaze at a London apartment tower has brought new scrutiny to a long-accepted, counterintuitive rule for people in tall buildings: If the blaze breaks out elsewhere in the structure, don't automatically run for the stairs. The package includes a guarantee to rehouse people as close as possible to where they previously lived - a poor neighborhood surrounded by extreme wealth. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
A catastrophic blaze at a London apartment tower has brought new scrutiny to a long-accepted, counterintuitive rule for people in tall buildings: If the blaze breaks out elsewhere in the structure, don't automatically run for the stairs. The package includes a guarantee to rehouse people as close as possible to where they previously lived - a poor neighborhood surrounded by extreme wealth. (more...)
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...)
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