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Historic interracial marriage Supreme Court case recognized on 50th anniversary
- June 24, 2017
Nearly a decade later on June 12th 1967 the U.S Supreme Court ruled unanimously in favor of the Lovings , striking down laws banning mixed-race marriages in 16 states, including Virginia. Matt Fritzinger, a state employee who attended the dedication, said he was there to recognize the Lovings for paving the way for his own interracial marriage . (more...)
- June 24, 2017
Nearly a decade later on June 12th 1967 the U.S Supreme Court ruled unanimously in favor of the Lovings , striking down laws banning mixed-race marriages in 16 states, including Virginia. Matt Fritzinger, a state employee who attended the dedication, said he was there to recognize the Lovings for paving the way for his own interracial marriage . (more...)
Maryland, DC sue Trump, accuse president of profiting from office
- June 24, 2017
The attorney generals of Maryland and Columbia plan to file a lawsuit that foreign payments to President Trump violate the U.S. Constitution, according to reports . A Trump official said the company would donate profits from the Saudi payments to the U.S. Treasury. Constitutional scholars debate whether or not the Emoluments Clause applies to the president, or to businesses owned by him. (more...)
- June 24, 2017
The attorney generals of Maryland and Columbia plan to file a lawsuit that foreign payments to President Trump violate the U.S. Constitution, according to reports . A Trump official said the company would donate profits from the Saudi payments to the U.S. Treasury. Constitutional scholars debate whether or not the Emoluments Clause applies to the president, or to businesses owned by him. (more...)
Low turnout but big majority ahead for Macron
- June 24, 2017
Macron's victory was so massive that it was not significantly overshadowed by the fact that the turnout in the first round of the French National Assembly vote was only 50%, the lowest since 1958. "It's the continuation of the real disaster that the presidential election was. we need to rebuild everything", he told BFMTV. Those who did gave Macron's the Republic on the Move party over 28 per cent of the vote - more than 12 points ahead of the closest rival, the mainstream conservatives. (more...)
- June 24, 2017
Macron's victory was so massive that it was not significantly overshadowed by the fact that the turnout in the first round of the French National Assembly vote was only 50%, the lowest since 1958. "It's the continuation of the real disaster that the presidential election was. we need to rebuild everything", he told BFMTV. Those who did gave Macron's the Republic on the Move party over 28 per cent of the vote - more than 12 points ahead of the closest rival, the mainstream conservatives. (more...)
Mueller and Comey not as close as Trump and others suggest
- June 24, 2017
US President Donald Trump's attorney said Trump is not under investigation regarding alleged interference with Russian Federation in the US presidential election in 2016, adding that the President has not received any official notice of being investigated. (more...)
- June 24, 2017
US President Donald Trump's attorney said Trump is not under investigation regarding alleged interference with Russian Federation in the US presidential election in 2016, adding that the President has not received any official notice of being investigated. (more...)
Long knives come out for Pelosi as Democrat losing streak grows
- June 24, 2017
These Democrats might be on to something, especially in light of the way Pelosi figured into the Republican campaign in Georgia. The White House is suggesting that a Republican win in Georgia's special House election on Tuesday was a personal victory for President Donald Trump . (more...)
- June 24, 2017
These Democrats might be on to something, especially in light of the way Pelosi figured into the Republican campaign in Georgia. The White House is suggesting that a Republican win in Georgia's special House election on Tuesday was a personal victory for President Donald Trump . (more...)
US Warplane Shoots Down Iranian Armed Drone in Syria
- June 24, 2017
The Syrian situation could escalate quickly into a hot war if Russian Federation shoots down a U.S. military plane. It also comes after an American F/A-18E Super Hornet fighter jet shot down a Syrian SU-22 fighter-bomber Sunday in northern Syria as it "dropped bombs" near the Syrian Democratic Forces, a US-backed alliance fighting ISIL. (more...)
- June 24, 2017
The Syrian situation could escalate quickly into a hot war if Russian Federation shoots down a U.S. military plane. It also comes after an American F/A-18E Super Hornet fighter jet shot down a Syrian SU-22 fighter-bomber Sunday in northern Syria as it "dropped bombs" near the Syrian Democratic Forces, a US-backed alliance fighting ISIL. (more...)
Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines to join forces vs militants
- June 24, 2017
The AFP said, the attack of Marawi was an attempt to capture the city, similar to what they did in November 2016 while capturing the town hall of Butig town in Lanao del Sur province. The government also said it was proceeding delicately, trying to avoid destroying mosques in the area, which military spokesman Herrera called "very symbolic to our Muslim brothers". (more...)
- June 24, 2017
The AFP said, the attack of Marawi was an attempt to capture the city, similar to what they did in November 2016 while capturing the town hall of Butig town in Lanao del Sur province. The government also said it was proceeding delicately, trying to avoid destroying mosques in the area, which military spokesman Herrera called "very symbolic to our Muslim brothers". (more...)
Ghana assures public of security of ex-Guantanamo detainees
- June 24, 2017
The two men, Mahmud Umar Muhammad Bin Atef and Khalid Muhammad Salih Al-Dhuby, arrived in Ghana in January past year to a huge outcry by a section of civil society. "A president can not escape the conditions of article 75", he said. But the Supreme Court, in its judgement yesterday, was of the view that there was an agreement between the governments of Ghana and the United States of America and as such that agreement fell under the category of Article 75 of the Constitution. (more...)
- June 24, 2017
The two men, Mahmud Umar Muhammad Bin Atef and Khalid Muhammad Salih Al-Dhuby, arrived in Ghana in January past year to a huge outcry by a section of civil society. "A president can not escape the conditions of article 75", he said. But the Supreme Court, in its judgement yesterday, was of the view that there was an agreement between the governments of Ghana and the United States of America and as such that agreement fell under the category of Article 75 of the Constitution. (more...)
Ivanka Trump ordered to testify in dispute with shoe company
- June 24, 2017
Forrest said that given Trump's " competing professional obligations ", her deposition would be limited to two hours and would occur in Washington, DC, "if that is more convenient for Ms. Ivanka Trump who employs a number of factories in China for making shoes for her line has already been involved in a scandal related to her business. (more...)
- June 24, 2017
Forrest said that given Trump's " competing professional obligations ", her deposition would be limited to two hours and would occur in Washington, DC, "if that is more convenient for Ms. Ivanka Trump who employs a number of factories in China for making shoes for her line has already been involved in a scandal related to her business. (more...)
Iraqi forces battle towards heart of Mosul's Old City
- June 24, 2017
USA -supported Iraqi government offensives have wrested back several important urban centers in the country's west and north from Islamic State over the past 18 months. "I can not give you an exact estimate. but it will take weeks", he said. According to Assadi, around 7,000 people have managed to flee the Old City since an assault was launched on June 18. (more...)
- June 24, 2017
USA -supported Iraqi government offensives have wrested back several important urban centers in the country's west and north from Islamic State over the past 18 months. "I can not give you an exact estimate. but it will take weeks", he said. According to Assadi, around 7,000 people have managed to flee the Old City since an assault was launched on June 18. (more...)
North Korea reveal 'REAL reason USA student Otto Warmbier was released'
- June 24, 2017
The family was "extremely grateful for their efforts and concern ", Fred Warmbier said. "We did what we could, we tried to stay low, we were advised that it was important that you don't upset the North Koreans", Warmbier said. At a news conference before his trial, a sobbing Warmbier said he had made "the worst mistake of my life" and pleaded to be released. Warmbier said his son, who was in stable condition according to the OH hospital where he was transferred, was subjected to ... (more...)
- June 24, 2017
The family was "extremely grateful for their efforts and concern ", Fred Warmbier said. "We did what we could, we tried to stay low, we were advised that it was important that you don't upset the North Koreans", Warmbier said. At a news conference before his trial, a sobbing Warmbier said he had made "the worst mistake of my life" and pleaded to be released. Warmbier said his son, who was in stable condition according to the OH hospital where he was transferred, was subjected to ... (more...)
United States pushing China to rein in companies that deal with NKorea
- June 24, 2017
Trump said in a Twitter message. 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 ambassador. (more...)
- June 24, 2017
Trump said in a Twitter message. 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 ambassador. (more...)
Syria hotline for US and Russia still in use
- June 24, 2017
The U.S. military said on Friday that a crisis communications link with Russian Federation meant to avoid an accidental clash over Syria was "in use", even after Moscow threatened to abandon it over the U.S. is establishing a de facto mandate over Syrian lands that will not be relinquished" back to his authority, Mr. Heras says, adding that eastern Syria had been turned from a "far-flung battlefield" to the centre of the regime's survival strategy.Are Moscow and Washington likely to ... (more...)
- June 24, 2017
The U.S. military said on Friday that a crisis communications link with Russian Federation meant to avoid an accidental clash over Syria was "in use", even after Moscow threatened to abandon it over the U.S. is establishing a de facto mandate over Syrian lands that will not be relinquished" back to his authority, Mr. Heras says, adding that eastern Syria had been turned from a "far-flung battlefield" to the centre of the regime's survival strategy.Are Moscow and Washington likely to ... (more...)
2 on Thunderbirds jet in Ohio accident taken to hospital
- June 24, 2017
The plane, which slid off the end of the runway, tipped on its side and it took almost two hours to extricate the pilot and an aircraft maintainer. Air Force officials confirmed there was a "mishap upon landing" at about 12:30 local time today. (more...)
- June 24, 2017
The plane, which slid off the end of the runway, tipped on its side and it took almost two hours to extricate the pilot and an aircraft maintainer. Air Force officials confirmed there was a "mishap upon landing" at about 12:30 local time today. (more...)
GOP senator is latest to oppose health bill
- June 24, 2017
As of today, five Republican senators oppose the senate's bill. Also appearing on "This Week" is Sen. Republicans hold 52 out of 100 Senate seats, so they can afford only two defections; in that case, Vice-President Mike Pence would be brought in to break a 50-50 tie. (more...)
- June 24, 2017
As of today, five Republican senators oppose the senate's bill. Also appearing on "This Week" is Sen. Republicans hold 52 out of 100 Senate seats, so they can afford only two defections; in that case, Vice-President Mike Pence would be brought in to break a 50-50 tie. (more...)
76ers, Lakers get wants, lead 1-and-done parade
- June 24, 2017
Boston, the first team to trade the No. 1 pick before or during the first round of the draft in 24 years, used the third overall pick to add small forward Jayson Tatum of Duke, one of the most polished scorers in college basketball. 2 spot, which is exactly what the UCLA guard and his father, LaVar, want. "We're going to get ours tomorrow". The Celtics were looking to rebuild after six seasons with Kevin Garnett paired with Paul Pierce and the Nets were looking to win instantly in their ... (more...)
- June 24, 2017
Boston, the first team to trade the No. 1 pick before or during the first round of the draft in 24 years, used the third overall pick to add small forward Jayson Tatum of Duke, one of the most polished scorers in college basketball. 2 spot, which is exactly what the UCLA guard and his father, LaVar, want. "We're going to get ours tomorrow". The Celtics were looking to rebuild after six seasons with Kevin Garnett paired with Paul Pierce and the Nets were looking to win instantly in their ... (more...)
Scalise Family: This Father's Day Has a Special Meaning
- June 24, 2017
He's now expected to recover. The FBI says a gunman acted alone when he shot and wounded a top House Republican and four other people on a northern Virginia baseball field . Sava said that Scalise's doctors "fully expect him to walk.and hopefully run" in the future. Hodgkinson 66, who was from the St. Louis suburb of Belleville, Illinois, died after being shot by police. (more...)
- June 24, 2017
He's now expected to recover. The FBI says a gunman acted alone when he shot and wounded a top House Republican and four other people on a northern Virginia baseball field . Sava said that Scalise's doctors "fully expect him to walk.and hopefully run" in the future. Hodgkinson 66, who was from the St. Louis suburb of Belleville, Illinois, died after being shot by police. (more...)
Five GOP senators now oppose health bill, enough to sink it
- June 24, 2017
He said the changes he is seeking to the bill would go in the opposite direction of those sought by other current "no" votes - conservative hard-liners including Texas Sen. "We'll have to see". Heller faces perhaps the toughest reelection race next year of all the GOP senators who will be on the ballot, so it's not entirely surprising he came out against the bill, given how deeply unpopular the House version of the repeal legislation has shown to be. (more...)
- June 24, 2017
He said the changes he is seeking to the bill would go in the opposite direction of those sought by other current "no" votes - conservative hard-liners including Texas Sen. "We'll have to see". Heller faces perhaps the toughest reelection race next year of all the GOP senators who will be on the ballot, so it's not entirely surprising he came out against the bill, given how deeply unpopular the House version of the repeal legislation has shown to be. (more...)
Tracking severe weather and possible flooding
- June 24, 2017
Because of this, a Flash Flood Watch remains in effect until 2am Saturday for our entire area. There is still a chance we could see some gusty winds and even a weak, spin-up tornado in parts of northeast Mississippi Friday, but for many of us, our main worry is that flood potential. (more...)
- June 24, 2017
Because of this, a Flash Flood Watch remains in effect until 2am Saturday for our entire area. There is still a chance we could see some gusty winds and even a weak, spin-up tornado in parts of northeast Mississippi Friday, but for many of us, our main worry is that flood potential. (more...)
Dozens arrested after disability advocates protest at McConnell's office
- June 24, 2017
The protesters, from disability rights organisation ADAPT , had staged a "die-in" outside Mr McConnell's office to protest the legislation, which would mean cuts to the Medicaid services. While the Congressional Budget Office hasn't yet scored the Senate bill, it estimated the House GOP's ObamaCare repeal would result in 23 million more people being uninsured. (more...)
- June 24, 2017
The protesters, from disability rights organisation ADAPT , had staged a "die-in" outside Mr McConnell's office to protest the legislation, which would mean cuts to the Medicaid services. While the Congressional Budget Office hasn't yet scored the Senate bill, it estimated the House GOP's ObamaCare repeal would result in 23 million more people being uninsured. (more...)
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