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Presumed death toll in London tower blaze rises to 79
- June 19, 2017
The blaze occurred early Wednesday and later engulfed all floors above the second in the 24-story building that contained about 120 apartments in north Kensington. Police said Saturday that 30 people had been confirmed dead since the fire, while another 28 remain missing and are presumed dead. Ms Cotton added that it might be "some days yet" before firefighters could say they have reached everyone in the building. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
The blaze occurred early Wednesday and later engulfed all floors above the second in the 24-story building that contained about 120 apartments in north Kensington. Police said Saturday that 30 people had been confirmed dead since the fire, while another 28 remain missing and are presumed dead. Ms Cotton added that it might be "some days yet" before firefighters could say they have reached everyone in the building. (more...)
North Korea freed, sentenced to prison, American student
- June 19, 2017
Rodman said the issue of several Americans currently detained by North Korea is "not my objective right now", suggesting he was not involved with the release of Warmbier, a University of Virginia student from suburban Cincinnati who publicly confessed to trying to steal a North Korean propaganda banner. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Rodman said the issue of several Americans currently detained by North Korea is "not my objective right now", suggesting he was not involved with the release of Warmbier, a University of Virginia student from suburban Cincinnati who publicly confessed to trying to steal a North Korean propaganda banner. (more...)
In Georgia House Race, Parties Battle for New Swing Voters
- June 19, 2017
Trump concluded: "Vote now for Karen H, " an apparent reference to Karen Handel , the Republican running in a special congressional election in Georgia. " Democrats saw an opportunity, so they went all in", said Randy Evans, a Republican National Committeeman from Georgia. Mark Rountree, the president of Landmark Communications, has predicted an overall turnout of 235,000 to 240,000 voters - with a majority probably having voted early. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Trump concluded: "Vote now for Karen H, " an apparent reference to Karen Handel , the Republican running in a special congressional election in Georgia. " Democrats saw an opportunity, so they went all in", said Randy Evans, a Republican National Committeeman from Georgia. Mark Rountree, the president of Landmark Communications, has predicted an overall turnout of 235,000 to 240,000 voters - with a majority probably having voted early. (more...)
Trump obstruction charge is investigated as Texas Tribune polls released
- June 19, 2017
Earlier this week the Washington Post released a story reporting Mueller is investigating President Trump for obstruction of justice. Mr Comey, who was sacked on May 9, told a Senate panel last week he believed Mr Trump dismissed him to undermine the FBI's Russian Federation probe. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Earlier this week the Washington Post released a story reporting Mueller is investigating President Trump for obstruction of justice. Mr Comey, who was sacked on May 9, told a Senate panel last week he believed Mr Trump dismissed him to undermine the FBI's Russian Federation probe. (more...)
16-year-old arrested in theft of gun from Massachusetts mall
- June 19, 2017
Authorities are investigating reports of an "armed and dangerous" intruder inside a shopping mall. The Saugus officer did not indicate when the mall will open and said Route 1 is not affected at this time by the investigation. One armed and unsafe intruder is believed to be inside. The Saugus Police Department released this statement earlier addressing the situation. A SWAT team was also called to the scene this morning, but it is still unclear how the suspect was apprehended. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Authorities are investigating reports of an "armed and dangerous" intruder inside a shopping mall. The Saugus officer did not indicate when the mall will open and said Route 1 is not affected at this time by the investigation. One armed and unsafe intruder is believed to be inside. The Saugus Police Department released this statement earlier addressing the situation. A SWAT team was also called to the scene this morning, but it is still unclear how the suspect was apprehended. (more...)
Pakistan cricket back on track with Champions Trophy win: Shahid Afridi
- June 19, 2017
Pakistan's batting tally was led by a century scored by Man of the Match Fakhar Zaman , who made 114 off 106 balls before being caught out by Ravindra Jadeja off the bowling of Hardik Pandya. "Perhaps because of that, they were able to adjust well in those conditions", the former Australian wicket keeper said. They were eventually dismissed for 158, with 19.3 overs to spare. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Pakistan's batting tally was led by a century scored by Man of the Match Fakhar Zaman , who made 114 off 106 balls before being caught out by Ravindra Jadeja off the bowling of Hardik Pandya. "Perhaps because of that, they were able to adjust well in those conditions", the former Australian wicket keeper said. They were eventually dismissed for 158, with 19.3 overs to spare. (more...)
Horse-trading Sting Op: TN Assembly Speaker rejects DMK's 'evidence' CD
- June 19, 2017
Palaniswami in February. "M K Stalin has requested the honourable governor to intervene and Order for a fresh Vote of Confidence", a statement from the Raj Bhavan said. Stalin further said in the memorandum that "we state, therefore, that the video recordings of the sting operation constitutes material evidence which has a significant bearing on the validity of the proceedings of the vote of confidence". (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Palaniswami in February. "M K Stalin has requested the honourable governor to intervene and Order for a fresh Vote of Confidence", a statement from the Raj Bhavan said. Stalin further said in the memorandum that "we state, therefore, that the video recordings of the sting operation constitutes material evidence which has a significant bearing on the validity of the proceedings of the vote of confidence". (more...)
GJM protest intensifies; Rajnath appeals for calm
- June 19, 2017
I am told there is a connection with underground insurgents from northeast India . Appealing to all stakeholders to solve the situation through "dialogue and not violence" Mr Singh said, " In a democracy like India resorting to violence will never help in finding a solution. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
I am told there is a connection with underground insurgents from northeast India . Appealing to all stakeholders to solve the situation through "dialogue and not violence" Mr Singh said, " In a democracy like India resorting to violence will never help in finding a solution. (more...)
Amir, Fakhar star as Pakistan rout India for Champions Trophy title
- June 19, 2017
Pakistan completed a resounding victory by 180 runs in the 30th over as Jasprit Bumrah was dismissed by Hasan Ali . Left-arm fast bowler Amir, whose career was nearly ended on the other side of London s River Thames by a ban and jail term he received for his part in a spot-fixing scam during a 2010 Test against England at Lord s, was superb. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Pakistan completed a resounding victory by 180 runs in the 30th over as Jasprit Bumrah was dismissed by Hasan Ali . Left-arm fast bowler Amir, whose career was nearly ended on the other side of London s River Thames by a ban and jail term he received for his part in a spot-fixing scam during a 2010 Test against England at Lord s, was superb. (more...)
Airbus Adds Cost-Saving Upgrades to A380 to Boost Sales
- June 19, 2017
In July previous year, the airline attempted to rally passenger support for the airline with the launch of its "I Fly A380" website, aimed at showing passengers were willing to make an extra effort to fly on the aircraft. Added to an optimized A380 maintenance program and the enhanced cabin features first shown at Aircraft Interiors Expo in April, the overall benefit is a 13 per cent cost per seat reduction versus today's A380. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
In July previous year, the airline attempted to rally passenger support for the airline with the launch of its "I Fly A380" website, aimed at showing passengers were willing to make an extra effort to fly on the aircraft. Added to an optimized A380 maintenance program and the enhanced cabin features first shown at Aircraft Interiors Expo in April, the overall benefit is a 13 per cent cost per seat reduction versus today's A380. (more...)
TODAY'S FORECAST: Showers and thunderstorms, high near 81
- June 19, 2017
Tuesday NightA 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. This is a changing situation and the FIrst Alert team will be watching the conditions closely. Metro-east residents should expect sunny skies and a high around 85 degrees Monday , the last official day of the spring season. Tuesday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 9 a.m. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Tuesday NightA 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. This is a changing situation and the FIrst Alert team will be watching the conditions closely. Metro-east residents should expect sunny skies and a high around 85 degrees Monday , the last official day of the spring season. Tuesday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 9 a.m. (more...)
Dead, missing toll in London fire rises to 79, police say
- June 19, 2017
Conservative Prime Minister Theresa May has announced a fund of £5 million ($6.4 million) to help those affected by the blaze. The investigation into the fire will span a "wide range of areas", Cundy said, from its original construction, to the refurbishment and how it has been managed and maintained. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Conservative Prime Minister Theresa May has announced a fund of £5 million ($6.4 million) to help those affected by the blaze. The investigation into the fire will span a "wide range of areas", Cundy said, from its original construction, to the refurbishment and how it has been managed and maintained. (more...)
Rajinikanth will Enter Politics, Says Hindu Leader After Meeting Actor
- June 19, 2017
When we asked Rajinikanth to enter politics, he said he is in preparation for the same. Sampath said, "Rajinikanth said the system is corrupt". Rajinikanth had also said he had made a mistake by supporting a political alliance 21 years ago. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
When we asked Rajinikanth to enter politics, he said he is in preparation for the same. Sampath said, "Rajinikanth said the system is corrupt". Rajinikanth had also said he had made a mistake by supporting a political alliance 21 years ago. (more...)
Finsbury Park mosque attack: Jeremy Corbyn to attend prayers after terrorist incident
- June 19, 2017
British Prime Minister Theresa May said police had confirmed it was being treated as a potential terrorist attack and said she would chair an emergency response meeting later on Monday. A statement from Palmers Green mosque, Oakthorpe Road, said: "As peaceful worshippers readied themselves after Tarawih for their suhoor, they fell victim to a awful attack outside Finsbury Park Mosque". (more...)
- June 19, 2017
British Prime Minister Theresa May said police had confirmed it was being treated as a potential terrorist attack and said she would chair an emergency response meeting later on Monday. A statement from Palmers Green mosque, Oakthorpe Road, said: "As peaceful worshippers readied themselves after Tarawih for their suhoor, they fell victim to a awful attack outside Finsbury Park Mosque". (more...)
One dead in 'potential terrorist attack' near London mosque
- June 19, 2017
Flags will be flown at full mast again tomorrow. "At this stage, we are calling for calm", he said. - One man was found dead at the scene, according to police, but it's not clear if he was killed during the attack . London Mayor Sadiq Khan said following that attack that there had been a 40-percent increase in racist incidents in the city and a fivefold increase in the number of anti-Muslim incidents. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Flags will be flown at full mast again tomorrow. "At this stage, we are calling for calm", he said. - One man was found dead at the scene, according to police, but it's not clear if he was killed during the attack . London Mayor Sadiq Khan said following that attack that there had been a 40-percent increase in racist incidents in the city and a fivefold increase in the number of anti-Muslim incidents. (more...)
UK moves to ease tensions after van attack on London Muslims
- June 19, 2017
He said: " The attack unfolded whilst a man was receiving first aid from the public at the scene; sadly, he has died". Mohammed Shafiq of the Ramadhan Foundation, a Muslim organization, said that based on eyewitness reports , it seems to be a "deliberate attack against innocent Muslims". (more...)
- June 19, 2017
He said: " The attack unfolded whilst a man was receiving first aid from the public at the scene; sadly, he has died". Mohammed Shafiq of the Ramadhan Foundation, a Muslim organization, said that based on eyewitness reports , it seems to be a "deliberate attack against innocent Muslims". (more...)
Group of ministers start talks on farm loan waiver criteria
- June 19, 2017
Mr Thackeray, who was in London vacationing with his family, through an editorial in the party mouthpiece Saamana , claimed that the BJP-led government gave relief to farmers only after Sena put pressure on it. "So, there is no problem (for the NDA) and nobody can blackmail us", Fadnavis said without naming the Shiv Sena or any party. Amit Shah is expected to mollify Thackeray and ensure his support for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate in the upcoming presidential ... (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Mr Thackeray, who was in London vacationing with his family, through an editorial in the party mouthpiece Saamana , claimed that the BJP-led government gave relief to farmers only after Sena put pressure on it. "So, there is no problem (for the NDA) and nobody can blackmail us", Fadnavis said without naming the Shiv Sena or any party. Amit Shah is expected to mollify Thackeray and ensure his support for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate in the upcoming presidential ... (more...)
'I Am Being Investigated,' Tweets Trump
- June 19, 2017
The Trump tweets come after the top lawyer for his transition team warned organization officials to preserve all records and other materials related to the Russian Federation probe. If Mueller is investigating Trump's firing of Comey as possible obstruction of justice , he might want to learn about Trump's interactions with Rosenstein, the Justice Department official who wrote the memo criticizing Comey's performance before his firing. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
The Trump tweets come after the top lawyer for his transition team warned organization officials to preserve all records and other materials related to the Russian Federation probe. If Mueller is investigating Trump's firing of Comey as possible obstruction of justice , he might want to learn about Trump's interactions with Rosenstein, the Justice Department official who wrote the memo criticizing Comey's performance before his firing. (more...)
Special counsel is investigating Kushner's business dealings
- June 19, 2017
Kushner, who is both the President's son-in-law and Senior Advisor to the President, reportedly approached Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Kislyak in early December, before he was made a White House employee, requesting to establish a backchannel to Moscow to avoid the eyes and ears of USA intelligence services. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Kushner, who is both the President's son-in-law and Senior Advisor to the President, reportedly approached Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Kislyak in early December, before he was made a White House employee, requesting to establish a backchannel to Moscow to avoid the eyes and ears of USA intelligence services. (more...)
Dems say they'll slow Senate work over secretive care bill
- June 19, 2017
Schumer. A spokesman for Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell last week said Democrats haven't put any serious proposals on the table, anyway, as Obamacare's exchanges are buffeted by rising premiums and dwindling choices, particularly in Midwest states. (more...)
- June 19, 2017
Schumer. A spokesman for Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell last week said Democrats haven't put any serious proposals on the table, anyway, as Obamacare's exchanges are buffeted by rising premiums and dwindling choices, particularly in Midwest states. (more...)
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