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Saudi Arabia, allies have list of demands for Qatar
- June 23, 2017
Arab leaders, including Oman's Sultan Qaboos, Jordan's King Abdullah, Egypt's Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and Yemeni President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi congratulated Prince Mohammed bin Salman on his appointment. The 31-year-old is now next in line to the throne. Mohammed bin Nayef was also stripped of his positions as deputy prime minister and interior minister after being removed as second in line to the throne of the world's biggest oil exporter. (more...)
- June 23, 2017
Arab leaders, including Oman's Sultan Qaboos, Jordan's King Abdullah, Egypt's Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and Yemeni President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi congratulated Prince Mohammed bin Salman on his appointment. The 31-year-old is now next in line to the throne. Mohammed bin Nayef was also stripped of his positions as deputy prime minister and interior minister after being removed as second in line to the throne of the world's biggest oil exporter. (more...)
Violence, Persecution Displace 65.6 Million in 2016
- June 23, 2017
While the 2016 total is high - representing an enormous number of people needing protection worldwide - it also shows that growth in displacement slowed a year ago. The order and four-month hiatus on accepting new refugees devastated the network of refugee resettlement agencies, where hundreds of jobs have been cut since the President's executive order. (more...)
- June 23, 2017
While the 2016 total is high - representing an enormous number of people needing protection worldwide - it also shows that growth in displacement slowed a year ago. The order and four-month hiatus on accepting new refugees devastated the network of refugee resettlement agencies, where hundreds of jobs have been cut since the President's executive order. (more...)
Want to end crisis? Close Al Jazeera first, Arab states tell Qatar
- June 23, 2017
According to the website of the mainstream Hurriyet newspaper, 25 soldiers and five armored vehicles were being sent to Qatar on Thursday to join 88 Turkish soldiers already there. While the clueless Mr. Trump tweets his support for Saudi Arabia in the standoff with Qatar - seemingly equating USA interests with his own business interests in the region - his national-security team is left scrambling to mediate a conflict that threatens the future of the US -backed Gulf Cooperation Council ... (more...)
- June 23, 2017
According to the website of the mainstream Hurriyet newspaper, 25 soldiers and five armored vehicles were being sent to Qatar on Thursday to join 88 Turkish soldiers already there. While the clueless Mr. Trump tweets his support for Saudi Arabia in the standoff with Qatar - seemingly equating USA interests with his own business interests in the region - his national-security team is left scrambling to mediate a conflict that threatens the future of the US -backed Gulf Cooperation Council ... (more...)
Manchester City to Sign Dani Alves After Juventus Release
- June 23, 2017
The defender said: "I don't know what's happening". "I left all the work to my agents, and they said they will talk to me when there is a solution". Guardiola allowed both veteran right-backs Pablo Zabaleta and Bacary Sagna to leave at the end of the season when their contracts expired. Guardiola's side have also been linked with a move for Kyle Walker but it seems like Alves is a more likely signing. (more...)
- June 23, 2017
The defender said: "I don't know what's happening". "I left all the work to my agents, and they said they will talk to me when there is a solution". Guardiola allowed both veteran right-backs Pablo Zabaleta and Bacary Sagna to leave at the end of the season when their contracts expired. Guardiola's side have also been linked with a move for Kyle Walker but it seems like Alves is a more likely signing. (more...)
Yellowstone grizzly bear removed from endangered list
- June 23, 2017
On June 22, the Interior Department announced that the Yellowstone grizzly bear will no longer be listed as an endangered species . "The Fish & Wildlife Service promised us that it would conduct full and meaningful consultation with us, but it turns out, those were only empty promises", said Ben Nuvamsa, the former chairman of the Hopi tribe, whose members view the grizzly as a "medicine man or a medicine bear" with the power to heal. (more...)
- June 23, 2017
On June 22, the Interior Department announced that the Yellowstone grizzly bear will no longer be listed as an endangered species . "The Fish & Wildlife Service promised us that it would conduct full and meaningful consultation with us, but it turns out, those were only empty promises", said Ben Nuvamsa, the former chairman of the Hopi tribe, whose members view the grizzly as a "medicine man or a medicine bear" with the power to heal. (more...)
North Korea denies torturing American detainee Otto Warmbier
- June 23, 2017
Tuesday's flights by B-1Bs came shortly after the death of a US college student who was recently released by North Korea in a coma following more than 17 months of captivity. The bill would require the Treasury to issue regulations requiring a license for transactions related to travel to, from and within North Korea by USA citizens - and bar licenses for tourist travel. (more...)
- June 23, 2017
Tuesday's flights by B-1Bs came shortly after the death of a US college student who was recently released by North Korea in a coma following more than 17 months of captivity. The bill would require the Treasury to issue regulations requiring a license for transactions related to travel to, from and within North Korea by USA citizens - and bar licenses for tourist travel. (more...)
SC city puts barricades on parts of ocean street
- June 23, 2017
Gov. McMaster met with local and state law enforcement in Myrtle Beach Thursday. City manager John Pedersen said people mingling with traffic were responsible for the most serious shooting early Sunday. Myrtle Beach Police Lt. Joey Crosby said the number of law enforcement officials participating from other state agencies would be released later. McMaster already was scheduled to visit town for events hosted by chambers of commerce in North Myrtle Beach and Myrtle Beach, but added the law ... (more...)
- June 23, 2017
Gov. McMaster met with local and state law enforcement in Myrtle Beach Thursday. City manager John Pedersen said people mingling with traffic were responsible for the most serious shooting early Sunday. Myrtle Beach Police Lt. Joey Crosby said the number of law enforcement officials participating from other state agencies would be released later. McMaster already was scheduled to visit town for events hosted by chambers of commerce in North Myrtle Beach and Myrtle Beach, but added the law ... (more...)
Poll finds Americans inclined to believe James Comey over Trump
- June 23, 2017
Seventy-two percent approve of the job Mr. Trump is doing, a decline of eleven points since April. Trump suggested that his approval rating was higher than that of his predecessor, Barack Obama. The survey said 32 percent of voters view the various Russian Federation investigations as "a political distraction that should be set aside;" 27 percent as a " serious " matter, "but not as serious as other issues;" and 39 percent as "a critical issue of national security". (more...)
- June 23, 2017
Seventy-two percent approve of the job Mr. Trump is doing, a decline of eleven points since April. Trump suggested that his approval rating was higher than that of his predecessor, Barack Obama. The survey said 32 percent of voters view the various Russian Federation investigations as "a political distraction that should be set aside;" 27 percent as a " serious " matter, "but not as serious as other issues;" and 39 percent as "a critical issue of national security". (more...)
Finsbury Park terror attack victim dies
- June 23, 2017
One man died and nine people were injured with two still in a serious condition. Osborne's relatives have said they are "devastated for the families" of the victims and that the attack was "sheer madness". The 47-year-old suspected van driver was detained by people at the scene and named by British media as Darren Osborne. Osborne, a father of four, has been described by relatives as having been "troubled for a long time". (more...)
- June 23, 2017
One man died and nine people were injured with two still in a serious condition. Osborne's relatives have said they are "devastated for the families" of the victims and that the attack was "sheer madness". The 47-year-old suspected van driver was detained by people at the scene and named by British media as Darren Osborne. Osborne, a father of four, has been described by relatives as having been "troubled for a long time". (more...)
Pakistan's foreign ministry confirms downing of Iran drone
- June 23, 2017
Pakistan on Thursday condemned the drone strikes on its soil as violations of sovereignty and said it would not be tolerated, after United States officials suggested Washington might ramp them up against the Afghan Taliban taking refuge inside Pakistan. (more...)
- June 23, 2017
Pakistan on Thursday condemned the drone strikes on its soil as violations of sovereignty and said it would not be tolerated, after United States officials suggested Washington might ramp them up against the Afghan Taliban taking refuge inside Pakistan. (more...)
Former Milwaukee Police Officer Acquitted in Shooting That Sparked Riots
- June 23, 2017
Smith . Dominique Heaggan-Brown was acquitted by a jury that deliberated for two days and concluded that he was justified when he shot 23-year-old Sylville Smith last August 23 after a traffic stop. During the chase, Officer Heaggan-Brown said that he had ordered Mr. Smith to show his hands and then fired a second shot when he saw that one of Mr. (more...)
- June 23, 2017
Smith . Dominique Heaggan-Brown was acquitted by a jury that deliberated for two days and concluded that he was justified when he shot 23-year-old Sylville Smith last August 23 after a traffic stop. During the chase, Officer Heaggan-Brown said that he had ordered Mr. Smith to show his hands and then fired a second shot when he saw that one of Mr. (more...)
Oklahoma Safety Will Sunderland Charged with Felony Burglary
- June 23, 2017
When contacted Wednesday, a team spokesman said OU is aware of the new charge and has not modified Sunderland's status. The affidavit states Sunderland repeats similar actions for 36 minutes before eventually placing a large, red bag into the trunk of a vehicle outside Headington Hall. (more...)
- June 23, 2017
When contacted Wednesday, a team spokesman said OU is aware of the new charge and has not modified Sunderland's status. The affidavit states Sunderland repeats similar actions for 36 minutes before eventually placing a large, red bag into the trunk of a vehicle outside Headington Hall. (more...)
Senate Health Care Bill Could Be In Jeopardy As Conservatives Announce Opposition
- June 23, 2017
Senate Majority leader Mitch McConnell smiles as he leaves the chamber after announcing the release of the Republicans' healthcare bill which represents the party's long-awaited attempt to scuttle much of President Barack Obama's Affordable Care Act, at the Capitol in Washington, Thursday, June 22, 2017 . (more...)
- June 23, 2017
Senate Majority leader Mitch McConnell smiles as he leaves the chamber after announcing the release of the Republicans' healthcare bill which represents the party's long-awaited attempt to scuttle much of President Barack Obama's Affordable Care Act, at the Capitol in Washington, Thursday, June 22, 2017 . (more...)
Shiv Sena to support Ram Nath Kovind in presidential election
- June 23, 2017
Thackeray said the decision to support Kovind was arrived at after holding discussions with Sena leaders. During his almost two years' tenure as the Bihar governor, Kovind handled himself with dignity and poise and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was quite impressed with his demeanour and grace which convinced him to back his candidature for the president's post, he said. (more...)
- June 23, 2017
Thackeray said the decision to support Kovind was arrived at after holding discussions with Sena leaders. During his almost two years' tenure as the Bihar governor, Kovind handled himself with dignity and poise and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was quite impressed with his demeanour and grace which convinced him to back his candidature for the president's post, he said. (more...)
Irish PM holds separate talks with leaders of Northern Ireland parties
- June 23, 2017
Asked about the political rollercoaster which has seen her removed from office as first minister then become the Kingmaker at Westminster, Mrs Foster said she had been kept going by the support of ordinary people. Sinn Fein president Gerry Adams said he "told Theresa May directly that she is in breach of the Good Friday Agreement" by undermining the United Kingdom government's role as an impartial guarantor. (more...)
- June 23, 2017
Asked about the political rollercoaster which has seen her removed from office as first minister then become the Kingmaker at Westminster, Mrs Foster said she had been kept going by the support of ordinary people. Sinn Fein president Gerry Adams said he "told Theresa May directly that she is in breach of the Good Friday Agreement" by undermining the United Kingdom government's role as an impartial guarantor. (more...)
Special election losses leave Democrats divided, searching
- June 23, 2017
Tim Walz of Minnesota. Democrats have said for several election cycles that the Republican-run state is on the cusp of battleground status - turning from red to purple in the common political parlance. Charlie Kelly, executive director of the House Majority PAC, said in an interview Tuesday afternoon that Republicans were supporting Handel in the runoff "out of obligation to the party". (more...)
- June 23, 2017
Tim Walz of Minnesota. Democrats have said for several election cycles that the Republican-run state is on the cusp of battleground status - turning from red to purple in the common political parlance. Charlie Kelly, executive director of the House Majority PAC, said in an interview Tuesday afternoon that Republicans were supporting Handel in the runoff "out of obligation to the party". (more...)
London fire: Cladding in other buildings 'combustible'
- June 23, 2017
In total across the United Kingdom, 11 residential high-rise buildings in eight local authority areas , including Mount Wise, have been found to be covered in combustible cladding . UK Opposition Leader Jeremy Corbyn says each of the London tower block deaths "could and should have been avoided", as it emerged combustible cladding has been found on at least seven other blocks in England. (more...)
- June 23, 2017
In total across the United Kingdom, 11 residential high-rise buildings in eight local authority areas , including Mount Wise, have been found to be covered in combustible cladding . UK Opposition Leader Jeremy Corbyn says each of the London tower block deaths "could and should have been avoided", as it emerged combustible cladding has been found on at least seven other blocks in England. (more...)
Mexico 2-1 New Zealand
- June 23, 2017
Cameroon face Germany in the final group game on Sunday, when Australia play Chile. Mexico's Giovani Dos Santos is challenged by New Zealand's Andrew Durante during the Confederations Cup , Group A soccer match between Mexico and New Zealand , at the Fisht Stadium in Sochi , Russia , Wednesday, June 21, 2017. (more...)
- June 23, 2017
Cameroon face Germany in the final group game on Sunday, when Australia play Chile. Mexico's Giovani Dos Santos is challenged by New Zealand's Andrew Durante during the Confederations Cup , Group A soccer match between Mexico and New Zealand , at the Fisht Stadium in Sochi , Russia , Wednesday, June 21, 2017. (more...)
New Dashcam Video Shows Philando Castile Informing Officer He Had A Firearm
- June 23, 2017
Paul. The dashcam video shows a very brief and rather polite exchange between the officer and Castile after Yanez tells him he pulled him over because his auto had a broken brake light. Anthony Police Department announced that he had been fired from his job. Officer Jeronimo Yanez , a police officer in the Twin Cities suburbs, greeted Castile and examined his insurance card. (more...)
- June 23, 2017
Paul. The dashcam video shows a very brief and rather polite exchange between the officer and Castile after Yanez tells him he pulled him over because his auto had a broken brake light. Anthony Police Department announced that he had been fired from his job. Officer Jeronimo Yanez , a police officer in the Twin Cities suburbs, greeted Castile and examined his insurance card. (more...)
Memorial grows where armed woman was shot by police; rallies planned
- June 23, 2017
As community members mourn the death of Charleena Lyles , the 30-year-old pregnant woman killed by Seattle cops Sunday morning, the primary day-after insights into her life are the words of her family members and the court documents detailing previous interactions with police . (more...)
- June 23, 2017
As community members mourn the death of Charleena Lyles , the 30-year-old pregnant woman killed by Seattle cops Sunday morning, the primary day-after insights into her life are the words of her family members and the court documents detailing previous interactions with police . (more...)
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