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Shooter went to Republican baseball practice with list of names
- June 21, 2017
Scalise, the House majority whip, was one of five people shot when a gunman opened fire Wednesday as the Republican team practiced in Alexandria, Virginia. U.S. Capitol Police Special Agent Crystal Griner is in stable condition after suffering gunshot wounds. The gunman, identified by officials as James Hodgkinson , died after the shootout. (more...)
- June 21, 2017
Scalise, the House majority whip, was one of five people shot when a gunman opened fire Wednesday as the Republican team practiced in Alexandria, Virginia. U.S. Capitol Police Special Agent Crystal Griner is in stable condition after suffering gunshot wounds. The gunman, identified by officials as James Hodgkinson , died after the shootout. (more...)
Led airstrike kills 3 policemen in Afghanistan
- June 21, 2017
At least two American soldiers were killed and two others wounded on Saturday when an Afghan commando opened fire on them in eastern Afghanistan , a local official said . "We are aware of an incident in Eastern Afghanistan". "Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of these American heroes". The Afghan soldier was killed by return fire. (more...)
- June 21, 2017
At least two American soldiers were killed and two others wounded on Saturday when an Afghan commando opened fire on them in eastern Afghanistan , a local official said . "We are aware of an incident in Eastern Afghanistan". "Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of these American heroes". The Afghan soldier was killed by return fire. (more...)
Chelsea Clinton calls out Steve Bannon for 'fat shaming' Sean Spicer
- June 21, 2017
In the course of reporting, The Atlantic apparently reached out to Bannon, Trump's controversial chief strategist , to ask why some of the press briefings had been moved off-camera. Neither Spicer nor deputy press secretary Sarah Sanders responded to queries about the changes to the briefings. "I don't think anything is imminent", the official said. (more...)
- June 21, 2017
In the course of reporting, The Atlantic apparently reached out to Bannon, Trump's controversial chief strategist , to ask why some of the press briefings had been moved off-camera. Neither Spicer nor deputy press secretary Sarah Sanders responded to queries about the changes to the briefings. "I don't think anything is imminent", the official said. (more...)
Lawyer says President Trump not under investigation
- June 21, 2017
Rep. Jim Himes, a Democratic member of the House Intelligence committee, says "we are a ways yet from being able to conclude anything" when it comes to his committee's investigation into Russia's actions in the 2016 election. Critics are chastising the decision to have Sekulow on the team, claiming he has no criminal law experience and that all the "A-list defense attorneys were "unavailable" to come to the president's defense". (more...)
- June 21, 2017
Rep. Jim Himes, a Democratic member of the House Intelligence committee, says "we are a ways yet from being able to conclude anything" when it comes to his committee's investigation into Russia's actions in the 2016 election. Critics are chastising the decision to have Sekulow on the team, claiming he has no criminal law experience and that all the "A-list defense attorneys were "unavailable" to come to the president's defense". (more...)
Trump likely to reveal this week whether secret tapes exist
- June 21, 2017
Both have been criticized by Trump and high-profile supporters of the president. The investigation was originally launched to look into Russia's meddling in the 2016 election. White House spokeswoman Sarah Huckabee Sanders last week said Trump had "no intention" of firing Mueller, although "the president has the right to". (more...)
- June 21, 2017
Both have been criticized by Trump and high-profile supporters of the president. The investigation was originally launched to look into Russia's meddling in the 2016 election. White House spokeswoman Sarah Huckabee Sanders last week said Trump had "no intention" of firing Mueller, although "the president has the right to". (more...)
Republican Karen Handel defeats Democrat Jon Ossef to win Georgia special election
- June 21, 2017
The seat had been vacated by Tom Price when the former congressman joined Trump's cabinet to become secretary of health and human services and previously held by Republican stalwarts like Senator Johnny Isakson and former speaker Newt Gingrich . (more...)
- June 21, 2017
The seat had been vacated by Tom Price when the former congressman joined Trump's cabinet to become secretary of health and human services and previously held by Republican stalwarts like Senator Johnny Isakson and former speaker Newt Gingrich . (more...)
Indian celebs tweet special messages on Yoga Day
- June 21, 2017
Malaika being a fitness freak to the core is no news. The harder the struggle the more glorious the triumph! Known to all, Shilpa Shetty Kundra swears by Yoga to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Just like Shilpa Shetty, Bipasha Basu too have taught Yoga all of us with her mind-blowing and easy to practice fitness DVDs. Her perfectly toned body is an envy for many. (more...)
- June 21, 2017
Malaika being a fitness freak to the core is no news. The harder the struggle the more glorious the triumph! Known to all, Shilpa Shetty Kundra swears by Yoga to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Just like Shilpa Shetty, Bipasha Basu too have taught Yoga all of us with her mind-blowing and easy to practice fitness DVDs. Her perfectly toned body is an envy for many. (more...)
Britain, EU begin formal Brexit talks
- June 21, 2017
Barnier said there will be one week of negotiations every month and the two sides will use the time in between to work out proposals. "There is a long way to go, but we are off to a promising start". The U.K. lost its first battle with the European Union over the timetable for Brexit talks as the bloc's chief negotiator warned that the consequences of leaving will be "substantial". (more...)
- June 21, 2017
Barnier said there will be one week of negotiations every month and the two sides will use the time in between to work out proposals. "There is a long way to go, but we are off to a promising start". The U.K. lost its first battle with the European Union over the timetable for Brexit talks as the bloc's chief negotiator warned that the consequences of leaving will be "substantial". (more...)
Gulf Coast prepares for Tropical Storm Cindy
- June 21, 2017
As of 5am Tuesday , the system is centered about 305 miles south-southwest of the mouth of the Mississippi River and is moving northwest near 8 mph. The remnants of the storm continued to move to the northwest at about 22 miles per hour, with sustained winds tied to squalls near the storm's center blowing at about 40 miles per hour. (more...)
- June 21, 2017
As of 5am Tuesday , the system is centered about 305 miles south-southwest of the mouth of the Mississippi River and is moving northwest near 8 mph. The remnants of the storm continued to move to the northwest at about 22 miles per hour, with sustained winds tied to squalls near the storm's center blowing at about 40 miles per hour. (more...)
Brazil's Temer accused of corruption by federal police
- June 21, 2017
The document, made public by the top court, is a significant step in the investigation, which is widely expected to lead to Brazil's top federal prosecutor lodging corruption charges against Temer by the end of next week, according to several sources with direct knowledge of the probe. (more...)
- June 21, 2017
The document, made public by the top court, is a significant step in the investigation, which is widely expected to lead to Brazil's top federal prosecutor lodging corruption charges against Temer by the end of next week, according to several sources with direct knowledge of the probe. (more...)
US tries to use better China ties to press North Korea
- June 21, 2017
If North Korea conducts a sixth nuclear test, it would mean that the pressure now imposed by China is not effective, USA officials said. Trump has often cited China, North Korea's longtime ally, as a key player in U.S. Asked whether Trump would still consider meeting with Kim Jong Un given the right conditions, Spicer said: "Clearly we're moving further away, not closer, to those conditions being met". (more...)
- June 21, 2017
If North Korea conducts a sixth nuclear test, it would mean that the pressure now imposed by China is not effective, USA officials said. Trump has often cited China, North Korea's longtime ally, as a key player in U.S. Asked whether Trump would still consider meeting with Kim Jong Un given the right conditions, Spicer said: "Clearly we're moving further away, not closer, to those conditions being met". (more...)
Grenfell Tower fire: Police say 58 people are missing and presumed dead
- June 21, 2017
Queen Elizabeth II said the disaster had cast a sombre pall over Britain, but insisted the country was showing resolve in the face of adversity. He said police would consider criminal prosecutions if there is evidence of wrongdoing and that the police investigation would include scrutiny of the renovation project at the tower, which experts believe may have left the building more vulnerable to a catastrophic blaze. (more...)
- June 21, 2017
Queen Elizabeth II said the disaster had cast a sombre pall over Britain, but insisted the country was showing resolve in the face of adversity. He said police would consider criminal prosecutions if there is evidence of wrongdoing and that the police investigation would include scrutiny of the renovation project at the tower, which experts believe may have left the building more vulnerable to a catastrophic blaze. (more...)
Republican Handel wins Georgia House election
- June 21, 2017
The race came down to the wire as Ossoff, a 30-year-old filmmaker and onetime political staffer running on a centrist message, and Handel , a former Georgia secretary of state, spent election day seeking to convert as many independent or undecided voters as possible. (more...)
- June 21, 2017
The race came down to the wire as Ossoff, a 30-year-old filmmaker and onetime political staffer running on a centrist message, and Handel , a former Georgia secretary of state, spent election day seeking to convert as many independent or undecided voters as possible. (more...)
President Trump And His Secretary Of State, On Qatar
- June 21, 2017
Stop the killing", Trump said in the Rose Garden of the White House . Qatar's ambassador to the USA told the Financial Times on Thursday that Saudi Arabia and its allies planned to give a list of demands - expected to include issues related to terrorism - to Doha within 10 days and that the Qatari leadership would consider taking action where they felt it was appropriate. (more...)
- June 21, 2017
Stop the killing", Trump said in the Rose Garden of the White House . Qatar's ambassador to the USA told the Financial Times on Thursday that Saudi Arabia and its allies planned to give a list of demands - expected to include issues related to terrorism - to Doha within 10 days and that the Qatari leadership would consider taking action where they felt it was appropriate. (more...)
Putin, Saudi King Discuss Qatar Diplomatic Crisis
- June 21, 2017
The Bahrain Civil Aviation Authority said that it would exercise its right to impose further measures that could guarantee the security and safety of its sovereign airspace from any threat or risk in accordance with the laws and conventions governing air traffic movement over its national airspace. (more...)
- June 21, 2017
The Bahrain Civil Aviation Authority said that it would exercise its right to impose further measures that could guarantee the security and safety of its sovereign airspace from any threat or risk in accordance with the laws and conventions governing air traffic movement over its national airspace. (more...)
USA lawmaker Scalise improving after baseball field shooting
- June 21, 2017
President Donald Trump sent a video message to the game, highlighting Scalise who remains in critical condition on Thursday after several surgeries. "It was important to come together to show bipartisanship", said New Orleans resident Caroline Waller, who had traveled to Washington to watch the game. (more...)
- June 21, 2017
President Donald Trump sent a video message to the game, highlighting Scalise who remains in critical condition on Thursday after several surgeries. "It was important to come together to show bipartisanship", said New Orleans resident Caroline Waller, who had traveled to Washington to watch the game. (more...)
NDP leader says he's not 'campaigning' in case of a snap election
- June 21, 2017
The B.C. Liberal Party stopped its voluntary reporting of donations effective the end of May, as significant corporate, union and personal donations continued after the uncertain result of the May 9 election. Among those who say they'd vote differently, 35 per cent say the reason for doing so would be to try to ensure the Liberals won a majority. But Premier Christy Clark has vowed to stay on and continue to govern until her minority government is defeated , which is expected to happen ... (more...)
- June 21, 2017
The B.C. Liberal Party stopped its voluntary reporting of donations effective the end of May, as significant corporate, union and personal donations continued after the uncertain result of the May 9 election. Among those who say they'd vote differently, 35 per cent say the reason for doing so would be to try to ensure the Liberals won a majority. But Premier Christy Clark has vowed to stay on and continue to govern until her minority government is defeated , which is expected to happen ... (more...)
Republican Karen Handel Wins Special Election for Georgia's 6th Congressional Election
- June 21, 2017
Says Jon Ossoff "doesn't even live in (his) district". While Norman is widely expected to win the race, it could provide some indicator as to how Democrats will perform in the midterms depending on how wide or thin the margin of victory is for the Republican . (more...)
- June 21, 2017
Says Jon Ossoff "doesn't even live in (his) district". While Norman is widely expected to win the race, it could provide some indicator as to how Democrats will perform in the midterms depending on how wide or thin the margin of victory is for the Republican . (more...)
Spicer hasn't talked Russia meddling with Trump
- June 21, 2017
Well, isn't that rich. While Donald Trump himself is known to regularly denigrate the appearance of women (e.g., Rosie O'Donnell, former Miss Venezuela Alicia Machado), he's also highly critical of how his male staffers present themselves. (more...)
- June 21, 2017
Well, isn't that rich. While Donald Trump himself is known to regularly denigrate the appearance of women (e.g., Rosie O'Donnell, former Miss Venezuela Alicia Machado), he's also highly critical of how his male staffers present themselves. (more...)
Dad jailed for dangling baby son out of window for Facebook likes
- June 21, 2017
The baby was held by only a single t-shirt and appeared to be many floors off the ground. The BBC has reported that the man was arrested and charged on Sunday after the Facebook post has seen by thousands, with users demanding he be charged with child abuse. (more...)
- June 21, 2017
The baby was held by only a single t-shirt and appeared to be many floors off the ground. The BBC has reported that the man was arrested and charged on Sunday after the Facebook post has seen by thousands, with users demanding he be charged with child abuse. (more...)
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