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Travel Ban, Church-State Case Await Action By Supreme Court
- June 26, 2017
The Supreme Court agreed Monday to allow a limited version of President Trump's ban on travelers from six mostly Muslim countries to take effect and will consider in the fall the president's broad powers in immigration matters in a case that raises fundamental issues of national security and religious discrimination. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
The Supreme Court agreed Monday to allow a limited version of President Trump's ban on travelers from six mostly Muslim countries to take effect and will consider in the fall the president's broad powers in immigration matters in a case that raises fundamental issues of national security and religious discrimination. (more...)
No country questioned India's surgical strikes: PM Modi tells Indian diaspora
- June 26, 2017
Read Also: PM Modi arrives in U.S., meets with top American CEOsModi had some choice barbs for China , which of late has appeared to overcome its differences with the Trump administration over trade disputes and North Korea's nuclear ambitions. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
Read Also: PM Modi arrives in U.S., meets with top American CEOsModi had some choice barbs for China , which of late has appeared to overcome its differences with the Trump administration over trade disputes and North Korea's nuclear ambitions. (more...)
Religious Freedom Advocates Hail 'Huge' Victory in Supreme Court's Church Playground Case
- June 26, 2017
The Court ruled 7 to 2 that the Missouri policy is unconstitutional. The church sought a grant to put a soft surface on its preschool playground, but was denied any money even though its application was ranked fifth out of 44 submissions. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
The Court ruled 7 to 2 that the Missouri policy is unconstitutional. The church sought a grant to put a soft surface on its preschool playground, but was denied any money even though its application was ranked fifth out of 44 submissions. (more...)
Queen to outline United Kingdom government plans
- June 26, 2017
But other key manifesto plans have either been axed or delayed after the Conservatives lost their majority. And "dementia tax" proposals for social care reform were downgraded to "options" in a public consultation. But a DUP source said a deal was "certainly not imminent" as the talks "haven't proceeded in a way that the DUP would have expected" and cautioned that the party "can't be taken for granted". (more...)
- June 26, 2017
But other key manifesto plans have either been axed or delayed after the Conservatives lost their majority. And "dementia tax" proposals for social care reform were downgraded to "options" in a public consultation. But a DUP source said a deal was "certainly not imminent" as the talks "haven't proceeded in a way that the DUP would have expected" and cautioned that the party "can't be taken for granted". (more...)
Attention on Supreme Court as justice weigh Trump travel ban
- June 26, 2017
Others said it showed bias based on nationality and exceeded the president's authority without a firm national security justification. Some immigration lawyers said the limited nature of the ban and the silence of the court's liberals on the issue Monday suggested that the court had not handed Trump much of a victory. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
Others said it showed bias based on nationality and exceeded the president's authority without a firm national security justification. Some immigration lawyers said the limited nature of the ban and the silence of the court's liberals on the issue Monday suggested that the court had not handed Trump much of a victory. (more...)
Nevada Republican Senator Wavers On Health Care Bill
- June 26, 2017
Brian Sandoval in Las Vegas. That obviously means he isn't a firm no because he could easily change his mind as the bill is amended in the coming days - or as Johnson himself put it, he's "not a yes yet" - but for now he's a problem for those who really want this thing to go through. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
Brian Sandoval in Las Vegas. That obviously means he isn't a firm no because he could easily change his mind as the bill is amended in the coming days - or as Johnson himself put it, he's "not a yes yet" - but for now he's a problem for those who really want this thing to go through. (more...)
North Korea: Obama Policy to Blame for 'Mystery' Death of Otto Warmbier
- June 26, 2017
North Korea denied torturing American detainee Otto Warmbier on Friday, deeming the cause of his death a "mystery". Warmbier's parents claimed that us doctors said that Warmbier had a significant amount of brain damage, which could be chalked up to "awful torturous mistreatment" that he may have endured during his imprisonment in North Korea . (more...)
- June 26, 2017
North Korea denied torturing American detainee Otto Warmbier on Friday, deeming the cause of his death a "mystery". Warmbier's parents claimed that us doctors said that Warmbier had a significant amount of brain damage, which could be chalked up to "awful torturous mistreatment" that he may have endured during his imprisonment in North Korea . (more...)
Supreme Court to hear major gerrymandering case
- June 26, 2017
Lawmakers said they ignored race in redrawing the state's congressional districts and focused exclusively on party affiliation, yet the result is the same: divided communities and rigged elections that continue to deny North Carolina voters of their constitutional right to have a voice in choosing their representatives. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
Lawmakers said they ignored race in redrawing the state's congressional districts and focused exclusively on party affiliation, yet the result is the same: divided communities and rigged elections that continue to deny North Carolina voters of their constitutional right to have a voice in choosing their representatives. (more...)
President Trump Accuses Clinton of Colluding With Democrats to Defeat Sanders
- June 26, 2017
Is a presidential candidate allowed to collude with her own political party? He then blamed the 2016 Democratic presidential nominee, Hillary Clinton , for starting the falsehood, saying: " Hillary Clinton and her campaign of 2008 started the birther controversy". (more...)
- June 26, 2017
Is a presidential candidate allowed to collude with her own political party? He then blamed the 2016 Democratic presidential nominee, Hillary Clinton , for starting the falsehood, saying: " Hillary Clinton and her campaign of 2008 started the birther controversy". (more...)
Pakistan raises death toll to 157 from fuel truck fire
- June 26, 2017
The PM said all of the injured as well as heirs of the deceased persons of oil tanker incident will be provided with jobs. A doctor in Ahmedpur East said more than 100 people had been brought to the local hospital with more than 80 percent burns before they were rushed to larger hospitals in Multan and Bahawalpur. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
The PM said all of the injured as well as heirs of the deceased persons of oil tanker incident will be provided with jobs. A doctor in Ahmedpur East said more than 100 people had been brought to the local hospital with more than 80 percent burns before they were rushed to larger hospitals in Multan and Bahawalpur. (more...)
Rival Gulf states give Qatar 10 days to close Al Jazeera
- June 26, 2017
The demands include shutting news outlets, including Al-Jazeera and its affiliates; curbing diplomatic relations with Iran; and severing all ties with Islamist groups including the Muslim Brotherhood . Their assets must be frozen and Qatar must provide information about their movements, residency, and finances. Arab states have long complained that Al Jazeera's Arabic language channel is a propaganda tool that stokes tensions in the region. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
The demands include shutting news outlets, including Al-Jazeera and its affiliates; curbing diplomatic relations with Iran; and severing all ties with Islamist groups including the Muslim Brotherhood . Their assets must be frozen and Qatar must provide information about their movements, residency, and finances. Arab states have long complained that Al Jazeera's Arabic language channel is a propaganda tool that stokes tensions in the region. (more...)
Business honchos point to taxation as hurdle for investments in India
- June 26, 2017
Modi "correctly believes that the Indian diaspora can make a big difference between United States and India relations", he said. After their media interaction, Trump joined by the First Lady would host the Prime Minister and the visiting Indian delegation for a dinner in the historic Blue Room of the White House . (more...)
- June 26, 2017
Modi "correctly believes that the Indian diaspora can make a big difference between United States and India relations", he said. After their media interaction, Trump joined by the First Lady would host the Prime Minister and the visiting Indian delegation for a dinner in the historic Blue Room of the White House . (more...)
DC And Maryland Hit Trump With Lawsuit Over His Business Ties
- June 26, 2017
He referred to a similar suit filed in January by Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington , a DC-based watchdog group, and said "it's not hard to conclude that partisan politics is behind this suit". There were many allegations about Trump's tax returns, such as that he paid very little tax, made business deals with Russians, and didn't give much to charity. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
He referred to a similar suit filed in January by Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington , a DC-based watchdog group, and said "it's not hard to conclude that partisan politics is behind this suit". There were many allegations about Trump's tax returns, such as that he paid very little tax, made business deals with Russians, and didn't give much to charity. (more...)
Violence reported during Eid celebrations in India's restive Kashmir valley
- June 26, 2017
Clashes between protestors and law enforcing agencies were reported from Sopore, Anantnag, Rajpora, Shopian towns and Safakadal area of the city. It also appealed people to bring prayer mats along. Since then stone-pelters have been targeting the security forces deployed in Kashmir with stones. More than 50,000 people gathered for prayers at the Hazratbal shrine and over 40,000 at the Eidgah mosque. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
Clashes between protestors and law enforcing agencies were reported from Sopore, Anantnag, Rajpora, Shopian towns and Safakadal area of the city. It also appealed people to bring prayer mats along. Since then stone-pelters have been targeting the security forces deployed in Kashmir with stones. More than 50,000 people gathered for prayers at the Hazratbal shrine and over 40,000 at the Eidgah mosque. (more...)
Trump to welcome India's prime minister to White House
- June 26, 2017
Trump, who described Modi as a "true friend!" on Twitter after the Indian leader's weekend arrival in the U.S., should find much in common with the Indian leader, with both men having won power by portraying themselves as establishment outsiders. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
Trump, who described Modi as a "true friend!" on Twitter after the Indian leader's weekend arrival in the U.S., should find much in common with the Indian leader, with both men having won power by portraying themselves as establishment outsiders. (more...)
AP analysis finds partisan map-making advantage in Ohio
- June 26, 2017
But an Associated Press analysis shows the state's legislative districts were drawn in a way that may have given the GOP extra help. An Associated Press analysis shows that congressional districts drawn by Texas' Republican-controlled Legislature helped the party gain almost four extra U.S. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
But an Associated Press analysis shows the state's legislative districts were drawn in a way that may have given the GOP extra help. An Associated Press analysis shows that congressional districts drawn by Texas' Republican-controlled Legislature helped the party gain almost four extra U.S. (more...)
A key Republican senator has 'serious concerns' about the Senate's healthcare bill
- June 26, 2017
For instance, liberal states might pursue government-run, single-payer insurance and conservative states might emphasize tax-advantaged health care savings accounts. On Thursday, the Senate unveiled its bill, but leaders cautioned that it's just a draft and will likely change before the chamber votes on the legislation. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
For instance, liberal states might pursue government-run, single-payer insurance and conservative states might emphasize tax-advantaged health care savings accounts. On Thursday, the Senate unveiled its bill, but leaders cautioned that it's just a draft and will likely change before the chamber votes on the legislation. (more...)
Turkey rejects Arab terms to Qatar, US urges sides to talk
- June 26, 2017
A lowering of rhetoric would also help ease the tension. Tillerson had previously insisted any demands be "reasonable and actionable". Qatar officials have dismissed the list as unrealistic and unfair. Ankara is at the forefront of efforts to defuse a diplomatic crisis that led Saudi Arabia, UAE and Bahrain, as well as Egypt and other countries, to sever ties with Qatar , which is a strong ally of Ankara. (more...)
- June 26, 2017
A lowering of rhetoric would also help ease the tension. Tillerson had previously insisted any demands be "reasonable and actionable". Qatar officials have dismissed the list as unrealistic and unfair. Ankara is at the forefront of efforts to defuse a diplomatic crisis that led Saudi Arabia, UAE and Bahrain, as well as Egypt and other countries, to sever ties with Qatar , which is a strong ally of Ankara. (more...)
Published the first photos of the new crossover BMW
- June 26, 2017
The xDrive30d starts at £44,380, while the M40i will be £51,280 when it arrives later. The new X3 is also expected to be the first model launched to hold BMW's M Performance model. Upgrading to xLine gets you sports seats, a satin aluminium radiator grille and 19-inch wheels, while top-spec M Sport brings sports suspension, 19-inch wheels, M Sport seats and steering wheel, tweaked interior trim details and BMW's Professional sat nav, together with an upgraded 10.3-inch touchscreen and ... (more...)
- June 26, 2017
The xDrive30d starts at £44,380, while the M40i will be £51,280 when it arrives later. The new X3 is also expected to be the first model launched to hold BMW's M Performance model. Upgrading to xLine gets you sports seats, a satin aluminium radiator grille and 19-inch wheels, while top-spec M Sport brings sports suspension, 19-inch wheels, M Sport seats and steering wheel, tweaked interior trim details and BMW's Professional sat nav, together with an upgraded 10.3-inch touchscreen and ... (more...)
Woman arrested over Eid crowd car crash released on bail
- June 26, 2017
A North East Ambulance Service spokesman said that they were contacted at 9.15am (0815 GMT) to say that a auto had mounted the kerb outside Westgate Sports Centre and hit a group of worshippers who had just attended Eid prayers. Muslims across the world have been celebrating Eid al-Fitr, the end of the holy month of Ramadan today . The Chronicle Live quotes Newcastle MP Chi Onwurah as saying she had attended the Eid event and that it was "wonderful". (more...)
- June 26, 2017
A North East Ambulance Service spokesman said that they were contacted at 9.15am (0815 GMT) to say that a auto had mounted the kerb outside Westgate Sports Centre and hit a group of worshippers who had just attended Eid prayers. Muslims across the world have been celebrating Eid al-Fitr, the end of the holy month of Ramadan today . The Chronicle Live quotes Newcastle MP Chi Onwurah as saying she had attended the Eid event and that it was "wonderful". (more...)
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