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Arnold Schwarzenegger, Emmanuel Macron shoot video selfie about climate change
- June 26, 2017
Politicians, legal experts and activists will launch a campaign in Paris on Saturday for a global pact to protect the human right to a clean, healthy environment. "It is absolutely imperative that we not make it a political issue", he said after meeting Macron on Friday. PRESIDENT Emmanuel Macron has pledged to fight to secure a historic United Nations pact to protect the human right to a clean and healthy environment. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
Politicians, legal experts and activists will launch a campaign in Paris on Saturday for a global pact to protect the human right to a clean, healthy environment. "It is absolutely imperative that we not make it a political issue", he said after meeting Macron on Friday. PRESIDENT Emmanuel Macron has pledged to fight to secure a historic United Nations pact to protect the human right to a clean and healthy environment. (more...)
Dawid Malan makes history as England score 181 in T20 series decider
- June 26, 2017
With Tom Curran taking another two wickets and Mason Crane snaring the great AB de Villiers as his first worldwide victim, England beat South Africa by 19 runs at Cardiff . JJ Smuts and AB De Villiers looked to rebuild as the former survived what looked to be a feint edge behind when he was only on eight. England stand-in captain Jos Buttler: " Dawid Malan was fantastic on debut". (more...)
- June 26, 2017
With Tom Curran taking another two wickets and Mason Crane snaring the great AB de Villiers as his first worldwide victim, England beat South Africa by 19 runs at Cardiff . JJ Smuts and AB De Villiers looked to rebuild as the former survived what looked to be a feint edge behind when he was only on eight. England stand-in captain Jos Buttler: " Dawid Malan was fantastic on debut". (more...)
Qatar to buy $12 billion worth of fighter jets from the US
- June 26, 2017
The Gulf nations have criticized Qatar for alleged support of the Muslim Brotherhood , which is considered a terrorist organization by Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and the U.A.E. severed diplomatic ties and transport links with Qatar this month, accusing their neighbor of backing Sunni and Shiite extremist groups. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
The Gulf nations have criticized Qatar for alleged support of the Muslim Brotherhood , which is considered a terrorist organization by Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and the U.A.E. severed diplomatic ties and transport links with Qatar this month, accusing their neighbor of backing Sunni and Shiite extremist groups. (more...)
Trump's agreement with India
- June 26, 2017
With the total number of states now totally devoid of the population defecating in the open rising to five, over two lakh villages and 147 districts have been declared ODF across the country. Prior to the interaction at the Willard Hotel, where he is staying, Modi had a photo-shoot with CEOs and elicited their views unofficially. "Not just USA but politicians from all over the world identify me by these events in America", PM Modi said while thanking the Indian diaspora for its sustained ... (more...)
- June 26, 2017
With the total number of states now totally devoid of the population defecating in the open rising to five, over two lakh villages and 147 districts have been declared ODF across the country. Prior to the interaction at the Willard Hotel, where he is staying, Modi had a photo-shoot with CEOs and elicited their views unofficially. "Not just USA but politicians from all over the world identify me by these events in America", PM Modi said while thanking the Indian diaspora for its sustained ... (more...)
USA environment chief exits G7 climate talks early
- June 26, 2017
Trump said he wanted to negotiate a better deal for the U.S. But several world leaders said the deal is not open for renegotiation. According to a Japanese official, Pruitt said the US will make efforts to curb emissions as a signatory to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change - the precursor to the Paris accord - and explained that the U.S.is not against taking measures to prevent global warming. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
Trump said he wanted to negotiate a better deal for the U.S. But several world leaders said the deal is not open for renegotiation. According to a Japanese official, Pruitt said the US will make efforts to curb emissions as a signatory to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change - the precursor to the Paris accord - and explained that the U.S.is not against taking measures to prevent global warming. (more...)
Da Costa death triggers violent protests in east London
- June 26, 2017
Dozens of people carrying Black Lives Matter banners were seen gathered around the east London station amid a large police presence. The crowd later began marching to Forest Gate police station shouting " we want justice " and "justice for Edson" to the beat of a drum. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
Dozens of people carrying Black Lives Matter banners were seen gathered around the east London station amid a large police presence. The crowd later began marching to Forest Gate police station shouting " we want justice " and "justice for Edson" to the beat of a drum. (more...)
Chinese Nobel rights activist Liu Xiaobo hospitalised with liver cancer
- June 26, 2017
Jailed Chinese Nobel Peace Prize laureate Liu Xiaobo has been released on medical parole and is receiving treatment for late-stage liver cancer, lawyer Shang Baojun says. When asked about Liu, China's foreign ministry, the only government body that will regularly answer questions from the foreign media, said it was not aware of the situation. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
Jailed Chinese Nobel Peace Prize laureate Liu Xiaobo has been released on medical parole and is receiving treatment for late-stage liver cancer, lawyer Shang Baojun says. When asked about Liu, China's foreign ministry, the only government body that will regularly answer questions from the foreign media, said it was not aware of the situation. (more...)
Modi-Trump meeting likely to be low-key
- June 26, 2017
Trump has his obsessions, but so has Modi, and in recent times, one of them has been Pakistan. Some commentators have argued that Modi and Trump should have a natural affinity as political outsiders who have risen to power in part by castigating the traditional ruling elite on a nationalist platform. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
Trump has his obsessions, but so has Modi, and in recent times, one of them has been Pakistan. Some commentators have argued that Modi and Trump should have a natural affinity as political outsiders who have risen to power in part by castigating the traditional ruling elite on a nationalist platform. (more...)
Eid-ul-Fitr on Monday
- June 26, 2017
He also issued a statement on Saturday, which read, "This holiday marks the culmination of Ramadan , a month in which many experience meaning and inspiration in acts of fasting, prayer, and charity". For some, Eid was a brief respite from the horrific realities which they managed to flee from. The beginning and end of Ramadan , and a month in the Islamic Calendar , has traditionally been based on "hilal" sightings, which is the method mentioned in the Holy Quran and followed by the ... (more...)
- June 26, 2017
He also issued a statement on Saturday, which read, "This holiday marks the culmination of Ramadan , a month in which many experience meaning and inspiration in acts of fasting, prayer, and charity". For some, Eid was a brief respite from the horrific realities which they managed to flee from. The beginning and end of Ramadan , and a month in the Islamic Calendar , has traditionally been based on "hilal" sightings, which is the method mentioned in the Holy Quran and followed by the ... (more...)
Turkish troops to stay in Qatar
- June 26, 2017
Designations: Qatar hands all those terrorist designated and those requested by four countries (who wrote demands ) and terrorist elements on USA and global lists, freeze their assets, and don't harbor more elements in future, offer Intel on members especially related to movement, finances. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
Designations: Qatar hands all those terrorist designated and those requested by four countries (who wrote demands ) and terrorist elements on USA and global lists, freeze their assets, and don't harbor more elements in future, offer Intel on members especially related to movement, finances. (more...)
Muslims in Asia Pray for Peace as Ramadan Holy Month Ends
- June 26, 2017
The sighting of Eid moon is a traditional Islamic activity, with the orthodox school of thoughts in the Indian subcontinent still ascribing to the modus of sighting the moon with naked eye, and testifying the same before the Hilal Committee. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
The sighting of Eid moon is a traditional Islamic activity, with the orthodox school of thoughts in the Indian subcontinent still ascribing to the modus of sighting the moon with naked eye, and testifying the same before the Hilal Committee. (more...)
Police Forcibly Remove Health Care Bill Protesters Outside Mitch McConnell's Office
- June 26, 2017
In protest, some of the most vulnerable - the elderly and disabled - staged a "die-in" outside the offices of Washington's most powerful lawmakers, among them the Senate majority leader. The whole nation will be watching Thursday to see if Senate Republicans have managed to force a political camel through the eye of a health-care needle. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
In protest, some of the most vulnerable - the elderly and disabled - staged a "die-in" outside the offices of Washington's most powerful lawmakers, among them the Senate majority leader. The whole nation will be watching Thursday to see if Senate Republicans have managed to force a political camel through the eye of a health-care needle. (more...)
Congress slams Sushma Swaraj for attacking Presidential nominee Meira Kumar
- June 26, 2017
Read Also: Presidential elections: Opposition walks into BJP trap of dividing dalits There is a storm brewing with JD (U) forcing Nitish to rethink. Her name emerged as a consensus candidate of the Opposition parties after much deliberations when Mr Kovind , a dalit, was fielded by the NDA. Kumar said the President takes an oath to "protect and defend the Constitution - the backbone of Indian democracy". (more...)
- June 26, 2017
Read Also: Presidential elections: Opposition walks into BJP trap of dividing dalits There is a storm brewing with JD (U) forcing Nitish to rethink. Her name emerged as a consensus candidate of the Opposition parties after much deliberations when Mr Kovind , a dalit, was fielded by the NDA. Kumar said the President takes an oath to "protect and defend the Constitution - the backbone of Indian democracy". (more...)
UK: All building cladding samples tested failed fire safety
- June 26, 2017
A local London council has made a decision to evacuate some 800 households in apar. Some 34 high-rise buildings in 17 local authorities in England have already failed urgent fire tests conducted after Grenfell, the government announced Saturday, raising fears that thousands more may need to leave their homes. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
A local London council has made a decision to evacuate some 800 households in apar. Some 34 high-rise buildings in 17 local authorities in England have already failed urgent fire tests conducted after Grenfell, the government announced Saturday, raising fears that thousands more may need to leave their homes. (more...)
Remembering Landmark Marriage Decision 50 Years Later
- June 26, 2017
The question posed by the Lovings' plight was simple: Did Virginia's law violate the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment? After appealing a previous decision made by the supreme court of Virginia, in 1967 the United States supreme court unanimously decided that the Virginia prohibition was unconstituional. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
The question posed by the Lovings' plight was simple: Did Virginia's law violate the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment? After appealing a previous decision made by the supreme court of Virginia, in 1967 the United States supreme court unanimously decided that the Virginia prohibition was unconstituional. (more...)
Seoul Mulls Co-Hosting 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics With N Korea - Sports Minister
- June 26, 2017
Do Jong-hwan, South Korean minister of culture, sports and tourism, said he would "push ahead for discussions with the International Olympic Committee and other relevant entities" in the hopes of hosting an " Olympics for peace". Per the Guardian , no North Korean athletes have qualified for the 2018 Games yet. Moon suggested earlier this month that the two countries lead a north-east Asian bid to host the 2030 World Cup . (more...)
- June 26, 2017
Do Jong-hwan, South Korean minister of culture, sports and tourism, said he would "push ahead for discussions with the International Olympic Committee and other relevant entities" in the hopes of hosting an " Olympics for peace". Per the Guardian , no North Korean athletes have qualified for the 2018 Games yet. Moon suggested earlier this month that the two countries lead a north-east Asian bid to host the 2030 World Cup . (more...)
Melania Trump 'Channels' Jackie Kennedy During White House Interview
- June 26, 2017
I'm so busy and we're doing so many great stuff. Trump tweeted Thursday that he is not in possession of any recordings involving his conversations with former FBI Director James Comey despite previously insinuating that he had tapes of their meetings. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
I'm so busy and we're doing so many great stuff. Trump tweeted Thursday that he is not in possession of any recordings involving his conversations with former FBI Director James Comey despite previously insinuating that he had tapes of their meetings. (more...)
Death toll from Pakistan bomb and gun attacks rises to 56
- June 26, 2017
The first blast occurred during rush hour in Turi Market, where a bus terminal is also located. The third major attack to rock Parachinar this year, the blasts struck hours before iftar , when the streets are often crowded with people shopping for food to break their fast with the evening Ramadan meal. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
The first blast occurred during rush hour in Turi Market, where a bus terminal is also located. The third major attack to rock Parachinar this year, the blasts struck hours before iftar , when the streets are often crowded with people shopping for food to break their fast with the evening Ramadan meal. (more...)
Great Barrier Reef in Australia values $56bn: Deloitte report
- June 26, 2017
Other findings included the $6.4 billion of economic value that the Reef adds to the Australian economy, with a total of 64,000 jobs associated with it. "Two consecutive years of global coral bleaching are unprecedented, while increasingly frequent extreme weather events and water quality issues continue to affect reef health", said Dr John Schubert AO, Chair of the Great Barrier Reef Foundation . (more...)
- June 26, 2017
Other findings included the $6.4 billion of economic value that the Reef adds to the Australian economy, with a total of 64,000 jobs associated with it. "Two consecutive years of global coral bleaching are unprecedented, while increasingly frequent extreme weather events and water quality issues continue to affect reef health", said Dr John Schubert AO, Chair of the Great Barrier Reef Foundation . (more...)
Trump's 'Solar Border Wall' Claim Sends Stocks Soaring
- June 26, 2017
And this way Mexico will have to pay much less money, and that's good. Mr Trump also said immigrants to the United States will soon be barred from being on welfare for their first five years, reported the Washington Post . Mexican officials have derided Trump's claim that Mexico will pay for the wall's construction. The report by the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), however, only includes countries considered to be conflict zones - with Mexico's battle with ... (more...)
- June 26, 2017
And this way Mexico will have to pay much less money, and that's good. Mr Trump also said immigrants to the United States will soon be barred from being on welfare for their first five years, reported the Washington Post . Mexican officials have derided Trump's claim that Mexico will pay for the wall's construction. The report by the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), however, only includes countries considered to be conflict zones - with Mexico's battle with ... (more...)
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