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Hamilton County Coroner: No autopsy for Warmbier
- June 22, 2017
Warmbier had arrived back in the U.S. in a state of " unresponsive wakefulness ", having suffered a "severe neurological injury" of unknown cause. Meanwhile Mr Trump has said that Chinese efforts to persuade North Korea to rein in its nuclear program have failed, ratcheting up the rhetoric over the death of an American student who had been detained in North Korea . (more...)
- June 22, 2017
Warmbier had arrived back in the U.S. in a state of " unresponsive wakefulness ", having suffered a "severe neurological injury" of unknown cause. Meanwhile Mr Trump has said that Chinese efforts to persuade North Korea to rein in its nuclear program have failed, ratcheting up the rhetoric over the death of an American student who had been detained in North Korea . (more...)
A victory for Donald Trump and Brian Mast in Georgia
- June 22, 2017
In a district that has traditionally backed Republican candidates but went for Hillary Clinton by a slight margin in 2016, Democrats are hoping to win over voters who vote reliably Republican but remain skeptical of President Donald Trump . (more...)
- June 22, 2017
In a district that has traditionally backed Republican candidates but went for Hillary Clinton by a slight margin in 2016, Democrats are hoping to win over voters who vote reliably Republican but remain skeptical of President Donald Trump . (more...)
Blasts rock besieged city as Philippines marks independence day
- June 22, 2017
A US P3 Orion surveillance aircraft flying over Marawi City as government troops continue their assault against insurgents from the Maute group, who has taken over large parts of the city, June 9, 2017. Violence has persisted in Mindanao for weeks now, with government troops rallying against Maute rebels who have taken over the capital city of Lanao del Sur. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
A US P3 Orion surveillance aircraft flying over Marawi City as government troops continue their assault against insurgents from the Maute group, who has taken over large parts of the city, June 9, 2017. Violence has persisted in Mindanao for weeks now, with government troops rallying against Maute rebels who have taken over the capital city of Lanao del Sur. (more...)
Queen's Speech mum on Trump's United Kingdom state visit
- June 22, 2017
The queen , at an occasion shorn of its usual pageantry, read out the watered-down list of proposed legislation and lawmakers will then spend the next few days debating before bringing it to a vote. The scrapping of children's free school meals, a free vote on fox hunting and the re-introduction of grammar schools were all left out of the speech as was any mention of a state visit by USA president Donald Trump . (more...)
- June 22, 2017
The queen , at an occasion shorn of its usual pageantry, read out the watered-down list of proposed legislation and lawmakers will then spend the next few days debating before bringing it to a vote. The scrapping of children's free school meals, a free vote on fox hunting and the re-introduction of grammar schools were all left out of the speech as was any mention of a state visit by USA president Donald Trump . (more...)
Gulf conflict: Turkey sends aid ship to Doha to break imposed blockade
- June 22, 2017
The Arab countries accuse Qatar of funding terrorism , fomenting regional instability or cosying up to their enemy Iran. The United States declared itself " mystified " on Tuesday that Saudi Arabia and its Gulf allies have failed to justify their embargo on Qatar, and urged both sides to resolve the unsafe dispute. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
The Arab countries accuse Qatar of funding terrorism , fomenting regional instability or cosying up to their enemy Iran. The United States declared itself " mystified " on Tuesday that Saudi Arabia and its Gulf allies have failed to justify their embargo on Qatar, and urged both sides to resolve the unsafe dispute. (more...)
1 dead as Cindy spins severe weather along Gulf coast
- June 22, 2017
Isolated tornadoes are also possible through Wednesday from southern Louisiana to the Florida Panhandle. "We tried to get in the cars and drive out, it didn't happen", one man said. In Mississippi, the city of Biloxi declared a state of emergency because of risk of flooding . The storm's effects will be felt along a long swath of the coast because the storm is disorganized. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
Isolated tornadoes are also possible through Wednesday from southern Louisiana to the Florida Panhandle. "We tried to get in the cars and drive out, it didn't happen", one man said. In Mississippi, the city of Biloxi declared a state of emergency because of risk of flooding . The storm's effects will be felt along a long swath of the coast because the storm is disorganized. (more...)
Trump Says 'Let's Play Ball' At Record Turnout For Congressional Baseball Game
- June 22, 2017
MedStar Washington Hospital Center said Scalise had surgery Thursday related to his internal injuries and a broken bone in his leg, "will require additional operations, and will be in the hospital for some time". "In Washington we have our disagreements, but we all agree that we are here to serve this nation we love and the people who call it home", he said. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
MedStar Washington Hospital Center said Scalise had surgery Thursday related to his internal injuries and a broken bone in his leg, "will require additional operations, and will be in the hospital for some time". "In Washington we have our disagreements, but we all agree that we are here to serve this nation we love and the people who call it home", he said. (more...)
Crewe crane collapse: people trapped in wreckage, police say
- June 22, 2017
The crane driver was airlifted to hospital but it is not clear how severe his injuries are, police confirmed. We're now dealing with an incident in Dunwoody Way. "At this early stage we are working with the emergency services and authorities in order to provide the necessary assistance". The shocking incident happened at Phoenix Leisure Park, in Crewe. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
The crane driver was airlifted to hospital but it is not clear how severe his injuries are, police confirmed. We're now dealing with an incident in Dunwoody Way. "At this early stage we are working with the emergency services and authorities in order to provide the necessary assistance". The shocking incident happened at Phoenix Leisure Park, in Crewe. (more...)
Trump labeling House health care bill 'mean' frustrates GOP
- June 22, 2017
GOP leadership can only lose two senators and then have Vice President Mike Pence break a tie in the Senate to pass a health care reform bill. While all eyes were on James Comey, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell set about destroying health-care coverage for Americans. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
GOP leadership can only lose two senators and then have Vice President Mike Pence break a tie in the Senate to pass a health care reform bill. While all eyes were on James Comey, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell set about destroying health-care coverage for Americans. (more...)
Troopers Release Name Of Teen Killed By Black Bear During Race
- June 22, 2017
Anchorage Police say a 16-year-old boy competing in that race sent a text message to his mother, claiming he was being chased by a bear . On Sunday, a teenage boy participating in a popular mountain race frantically called his brother, telling him he was being chased by a bear. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
Anchorage Police say a 16-year-old boy competing in that race sent a text message to his mother, claiming he was being chased by a bear . On Sunday, a teenage boy participating in a popular mountain race frantically called his brother, telling him he was being chased by a bear. (more...)
Rep. Steve Scalise's Condition Upgraded To 'Fair' After Baseball Field Shooting
- June 22, 2017
Hodgkinson 66, who was from the St. Louis suburb of Belleville, Illinois, died after being shot by police. Doctors say Representative Steve Scalise has shown signs of improvement. Medstar Washington Hospital Center released the update on behalf of the Scalise family. The Alexandria Little League is scheduled to reclaim the diamond at Eugene Simpson Stadium Park, six days after a gunman opened fire on Republican members of Congress practicing for the annual Congressional Baseball Game. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
Hodgkinson 66, who was from the St. Louis suburb of Belleville, Illinois, died after being shot by police. Doctors say Representative Steve Scalise has shown signs of improvement. Medstar Washington Hospital Center released the update on behalf of the Scalise family. The Alexandria Little League is scheduled to reclaim the diamond at Eugene Simpson Stadium Park, six days after a gunman opened fire on Republican members of Congress practicing for the annual Congressional Baseball Game. (more...)
United Nations human rights chief 'alarmed' by Gulf-led blockade against Qatar
- June 22, 2017
On 5 June, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain , the United Arab Emirates and Egypt cut diplomatic ties with Qatar and embargoed all sea, air and land traffic to the country, accusing Doha of "supporting terrorists and destabilising the Middle East". (more...)
- June 22, 2017
On 5 June, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain , the United Arab Emirates and Egypt cut diplomatic ties with Qatar and embargoed all sea, air and land traffic to the country, accusing Doha of "supporting terrorists and destabilising the Middle East". (more...)
Farmer agitation turns violent in Maharashtra
- June 22, 2017
Protestors damaged a number of private and government vehicles, and set few of them on fire. Several policemen have been reported to be injured, sources daid. They added, that these disputes were not new, and that the protests only turned violent after the government refused to pay attention to the peaceful protests by the farmers. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
Protestors damaged a number of private and government vehicles, and set few of them on fire. Several policemen have been reported to be injured, sources daid. They added, that these disputes were not new, and that the protests only turned violent after the government refused to pay attention to the peaceful protests by the farmers. (more...)
Cristiano Ronaldo to appear in court over tax evasion on July 31
- June 22, 2017
Prosecutors said Mourinho had already settled a previous claim relating to his Spanish taxes, which resulted in a penalty of €1.15 million in 2014. Media consortium European Investigative Collaborations (EIC) has claimed that no less than 185 million euros worth of income has escaped the attentions of tax authorities using shell companies and offshore accounts. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
Prosecutors said Mourinho had already settled a previous claim relating to his Spanish taxes, which resulted in a penalty of €1.15 million in 2014. Media consortium European Investigative Collaborations (EIC) has claimed that no less than 185 million euros worth of income has escaped the attentions of tax authorities using shell companies and offshore accounts. (more...)
Aberdeen university wins prestigious award
- June 22, 2017
Some of England's most respected universities have lost out to their less prestigious rivals in a new ranking of institutions which focuses on teaching excellence. The award places the Ormskirk institution among the UKs best. Those awarded a bronze or higher - all institutions that took part besides those rated provisional - are now set to be able to raise tuition fees, which currently stand at around £9,000 - in line with inflation in 2018/19. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
Some of England's most respected universities have lost out to their less prestigious rivals in a new ranking of institutions which focuses on teaching excellence. The award places the Ormskirk institution among the UKs best. Those awarded a bronze or higher - all institutions that took part besides those rated provisional - are now set to be able to raise tuition fees, which currently stand at around £9,000 - in line with inflation in 2018/19. (more...)
Man dies while searching for treasure
- June 22, 2017
According to the AP, Wallace disappeared last week while searching for the treasure along the Rio Grande in Northern Mexico. His family reported him missing, triggering an extensive search. His body was found along a stretch of the Rio Grande river. Authorities found a receipt for a rope in Wallace's truck and a rope was found tied across the Rio Pueblo River. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
According to the AP, Wallace disappeared last week while searching for the treasure along the Rio Grande in Northern Mexico. His family reported him missing, triggering an extensive search. His body was found along a stretch of the Rio Grande river. Authorities found a receipt for a rope in Wallace's truck and a rope was found tied across the Rio Pueblo River. (more...)
Mersal first look out: Ilayathalapathy Vijay looks Theri in Atlee's film
- June 22, 2017
Mersal is directed by Atlee Kumar, who also helmed Vijay's Theri co-starring Samtha Ruth Prabhu. Two posters of the film have been released till now and fans can't control their happiness. However, in order to advance the celebrations and to exhilarate the energy of Vijay's fans, the team chose to release it on 21st of June as an eve of the birthday celebration. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
Mersal is directed by Atlee Kumar, who also helmed Vijay's Theri co-starring Samtha Ruth Prabhu. Two posters of the film have been released till now and fans can't control their happiness. However, in order to advance the celebrations and to exhilarate the energy of Vijay's fans, the team chose to release it on 21st of June as an eve of the birthday celebration. (more...)
U.S. top diplomat asks for "flexibility" as Congress passes new Russian Federation sanctions
- June 22, 2017
The only two "no" votes on the Russian Federation bill were from Republican Senators Mike Lee and Rand Paul. The measure will now go to the House of Representatives where the path forward is not clear. "I would be very, very surprised if the president vetoes this bill". Bob Corker saying: "Look, this bill is going to become law". "What we would like is the flexibility", he told a Senate panel. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
The only two "no" votes on the Russian Federation bill were from Republican Senators Mike Lee and Rand Paul. The measure will now go to the House of Representatives where the path forward is not clear. "I would be very, very surprised if the president vetoes this bill". Bob Corker saying: "Look, this bill is going to become law". "What we would like is the flexibility", he told a Senate panel. (more...)
Tillerson and Mattis to hold joint news conference after talks with China
- June 22, 2017
Last month, Beijing and Washington signed a limited deal to open new markets for each other's exports, and a long-standing friend of the Chinese leadership, Iowa Governor Terry Branstad , was confirmed as United States ambassador. "And the two of us also share the common goals of resolving the North Korean nuclear issue, establishing a peace regime on the Korean peninsula, and building peace and security in Northeast Asia", Moon said. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
Last month, Beijing and Washington signed a limited deal to open new markets for each other's exports, and a long-standing friend of the Chinese leadership, Iowa Governor Terry Branstad , was confirmed as United States ambassador. "And the two of us also share the common goals of resolving the North Korean nuclear issue, establishing a peace regime on the Korean peninsula, and building peace and security in Northeast Asia", Moon said. (more...)
Sean Spicer Confirms WH 'Meeting with Potential People' for Press Vacancies
- June 22, 2017
But we're always looking for ways to do a better job of articulating the President's message and his agenda. David Martosko , the US political editor of London's Daily Mail, who covered the president's campaign, has also interviewed for senior communications jobs, according to a person familiar with the interviews who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the private deliberations. (more...)
- June 22, 2017
But we're always looking for ways to do a better job of articulating the President's message and his agenda. David Martosko , the US political editor of London's Daily Mail, who covered the president's campaign, has also interviewed for senior communications jobs, according to a person familiar with the interviews who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the private deliberations. (more...)
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