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4th day for jurors in Minnesota trial over motorist shooting
- June 27, 2017
He urged each member not to surrender their honest opinion, but reminded them it's their job to listen to each other's opinions, as well. Jurors began deliberations after hearing closing arguments on Monday. Reynolds said Castile was reaching for his ID in his back pocket when he was shot. The jury, which has been deliberating since Monday, asked Tuesday to rewatch the videos of the fatal encounter. (more...)
- June 27, 2017
He urged each member not to surrender their honest opinion, but reminded them it's their job to listen to each other's opinions, as well. Jurors began deliberations after hearing closing arguments on Monday. Reynolds said Castile was reaching for his ID in his back pocket when he was shot. The jury, which has been deliberating since Monday, asked Tuesday to rewatch the videos of the fatal encounter. (more...)
Johnny Depp may face perjury charges in Australia over 'dog gate'
- June 27, 2017
Since the scandal erupted past year, #JohnnyDepp has repeatedly denied the abuse allegations as "salacious false stories, gossip" and "misinformation", labelling his ex-wife as a vindictive liar. Johnny Depp's legal problems continue to grow as new revelations about recently released records indicate that his manager was aware of the actor's violence against Amber Heard . (more...)
- June 27, 2017
Since the scandal erupted past year, #JohnnyDepp has repeatedly denied the abuse allegations as "salacious false stories, gossip" and "misinformation", labelling his ex-wife as a vindictive liar. Johnny Depp's legal problems continue to grow as new revelations about recently released records indicate that his manager was aware of the actor's violence against Amber Heard . (more...)
Luus, Ismail help South Africa Women pull out tight win against Pakistan
- June 27, 2017
Indian Men's team captain, Virat Kohli along with Hardik Pandya, Dinesh Karthik and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, left a special message for the Women's team before heading to the Caribbean to take on West Indies . The England skipper, Charlotte Edwards after winning the 2009 World Cup. The World Cup kicked off with New Zealand Vs Sri Lanka game in England on Saturday while England and India occupied another stadium at the same time with the hosts clinching the victory. (more...)
- June 27, 2017
Indian Men's team captain, Virat Kohli along with Hardik Pandya, Dinesh Karthik and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, left a special message for the Women's team before heading to the Caribbean to take on West Indies . The England skipper, Charlotte Edwards after winning the 2009 World Cup. The World Cup kicked off with New Zealand Vs Sri Lanka game in England on Saturday while England and India occupied another stadium at the same time with the hosts clinching the victory. (more...)
Professor Loses Job for Saying Otto Warmbier Got 'What He Deserved'
- June 27, 2017
In a public Facebook post ( archived link ), Dettwyler had said Warmbier was a "spoiled, naïve, arrogant U.S. college student", and said he " got exactly what he deserved " for not following the country's draconian laws. University of DE adjunct professors, and adjunct professors generally, work on contract and do not have the same protections as tenure or tenure-track faculty members. (more...)
- June 27, 2017
In a public Facebook post ( archived link ), Dettwyler had said Warmbier was a "spoiled, naïve, arrogant U.S. college student", and said he " got exactly what he deserved " for not following the country's draconian laws. University of DE adjunct professors, and adjunct professors generally, work on contract and do not have the same protections as tenure or tenure-track faculty members. (more...)
Scott Fire Department offer firework safety tips, hours for Independence Day holiday
- June 27, 2017
A responsible adult, 18 or older, should oversee and ensure the proper use of fireworks. Fireworks are synonymous with the celebration of Independence Day. Always ignite fireworks on paved surfaces i.e. concrete or asphalt whenever possible; if not, select a dirt area where there is no grass or vegetation growth present. (more...)
- June 27, 2017
A responsible adult, 18 or older, should oversee and ensure the proper use of fireworks. Fireworks are synonymous with the celebration of Independence Day. Always ignite fireworks on paved surfaces i.e. concrete or asphalt whenever possible; if not, select a dirt area where there is no grass or vegetation growth present. (more...)
Nine dead after tourist boat sinks in Colombia
- June 27, 2017
Authorities were at a loss to say exactly how many people were on the boat and asked passengers or their loved ones to report to a rescue center hastily set up along the shore. "What we have seen in the videos is that the boat was very close to the port. and we do not know whether it was a mechanical failure, an overloading or something to do with the currents that caused it to sink". (more...)
- June 27, 2017
Authorities were at a loss to say exactly how many people were on the boat and asked passengers or their loved ones to report to a rescue center hastily set up along the shore. "What we have seen in the videos is that the boat was very close to the port. and we do not know whether it was a mechanical failure, an overloading or something to do with the currents that caused it to sink". (more...)
Green leading vote-getter for All-Defensive team
- June 27, 2017
Green paced the field with 434 total points, including 73 first-place votes. Although Gobert led the Association in blocks per game, block percentage, individual defensive rating, defensive real plus/minus and defensive win shares, it was the Golden State Warriors' Draymond Green that captured the Defensive Player of the Year award . (more...)
- June 27, 2017
Green paced the field with 434 total points, including 73 first-place votes. Although Gobert led the Association in blocks per game, block percentage, individual defensive rating, defensive real plus/minus and defensive win shares, it was the Golden State Warriors' Draymond Green that captured the Defensive Player of the Year award . (more...)
California restricts state travel to Texas, other states over LGBT laws
- June 27, 2017
Following Attorney General Becerra's addition to the blacklisted states, California legislator Evan Low, author of the original bill, stated: "AB 1887 was enacted to ensure our taxpayer dollars do not fund bigotry or hatred". Responding to Becerra's action , Robinson said there was nothing discriminatory about the bill and he was "highly disappointed that the man would be so stupid". (more...)
- June 27, 2017
Following Attorney General Becerra's addition to the blacklisted states, California legislator Evan Low, author of the original bill, stated: "AB 1887 was enacted to ensure our taxpayer dollars do not fund bigotry or hatred". Responding to Becerra's action , Robinson said there was nothing discriminatory about the bill and he was "highly disappointed that the man would be so stupid". (more...)
Mom Left Toddlers in Hot Car to Teach a 'Lesson'
- June 27, 2017
An investigation revealed Randolph then went inside her home, smoked marijuana and fell asleep for several hours. A Texas mom of two toddlers who died in a hot auto on a 96-degree day in May now faces charges after she allegedly told police she left her children in the vehicle to teach one a "lesson", PEOPLE confirms. (more...)
- June 27, 2017
An investigation revealed Randolph then went inside her home, smoked marijuana and fell asleep for several hours. A Texas mom of two toddlers who died in a hot auto on a 96-degree day in May now faces charges after she allegedly told police she left her children in the vehicle to teach one a "lesson", PEOPLE confirms. (more...)
White House says Assad may be preparing chemical attack
- June 27, 2017
Your browser doesn't recognise available video formats. "As we have previously stated, the United States is in Syria to eliminate the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria", the White House statement said. Following the April attack, President Donald Trump ordered an air strike against the Assad-controlled air field where the attack was believed to have been carried out. (more...)
- June 27, 2017
Your browser doesn't recognise available video formats. "As we have previously stated, the United States is in Syria to eliminate the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria", the White House statement said. Following the April attack, President Donald Trump ordered an air strike against the Assad-controlled air field where the attack was believed to have been carried out. (more...)
Information sought on vehicle after fatal shooting
- June 27, 2017
A man will be extradited to NSW after being arrested in Queensland in relation to the fatal shooting of man at Tweed Heads. Police said the shooting wasn't connected to a bikie gang brawl outside a leagues club in Tweed Heads earlier in the week, but NSW Police Detective Inspector Wayne Starling said at the weekend "all avenues of inquiry" are being investigated. (more...)
- June 27, 2017
A man will be extradited to NSW after being arrested in Queensland in relation to the fatal shooting of man at Tweed Heads. Police said the shooting wasn't connected to a bikie gang brawl outside a leagues club in Tweed Heads earlier in the week, but NSW Police Detective Inspector Wayne Starling said at the weekend "all avenues of inquiry" are being investigated. (more...)
British Columbia's NDP introduces motion to topple provincial gov't
- June 27, 2017
A surprise Liberal bill to amend the status of the B.C. Green was also defeated, with the NDP and Greens determined to focus only on the confidence vote. The B.C. Liberal government presented its own legislation to ban corporate and union donations Monday, but it was immediately voted down by the B.C. (more...)
- June 27, 2017
A surprise Liberal bill to amend the status of the B.C. Green was also defeated, with the NDP and Greens determined to focus only on the confidence vote. The B.C. Liberal government presented its own legislation to ban corporate and union donations Monday, but it was immediately voted down by the B.C. (more...)
US top court set to rule on religious rights; travel ban looms
- June 27, 2017
The Supreme Court is ordering new arguments in two cases involving immigrants or foreigners that will give new Justice Neil Gorsuch the tie-breaking vote. Kennedy and his clerks were gathering over the weekend for a reunion that was pushed up a year and helped spark talk he might be leaving the court. The administration has asked the court to overturn lower court decisions to put the ban on hold. (more...)
- June 27, 2017
The Supreme Court is ordering new arguments in two cases involving immigrants or foreigners that will give new Justice Neil Gorsuch the tie-breaking vote. Kennedy and his clerks were gathering over the weekend for a reunion that was pushed up a year and helped spark talk he might be leaving the court. The administration has asked the court to overturn lower court decisions to put the ban on hold. (more...)
Liberal government waiting for more details on Trump travel ban decision
- June 27, 2017
The justices determined that foreigners with a "bona fide" relationship to a person or entity in the U.S. wouldn't be prohibited from entering the country. Trump unveiled a revised order in March that smoothed out some of the original ban's rougher edges. But it still is a win - albeit not a complete victory - for Mr. (more...)
- June 27, 2017
The justices determined that foreigners with a "bona fide" relationship to a person or entity in the U.S. wouldn't be prohibited from entering the country. Trump unveiled a revised order in March that smoothed out some of the original ban's rougher edges. But it still is a win - albeit not a complete victory - for Mr. (more...)
GOP senator to block arms sales over crisis with Qatar
- June 27, 2017
As chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee , Corker plays a central role in allowing or blocking U.S. weapons sales. Major arms sales need preliminary approval from the chairman and ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and House Foreign Affairs Committee in advance of the congressional review process, the Senate Foreign Relations Committee said in its announcement of the letter . (more...)
- June 27, 2017
As chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee , Corker plays a central role in allowing or blocking U.S. weapons sales. Major arms sales need preliminary approval from the chairman and ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and House Foreign Affairs Committee in advance of the congressional review process, the Senate Foreign Relations Committee said in its announcement of the letter . (more...)
Case of gay couple's wedding cake heads to Supreme Court
- June 27, 2017
Colorado Civil Rights Commission , as it moves through the U.S. Supreme Court next term", Laielli wrote. No federal law requires businesses to serve all customers without regard to their sexual orientation or gender identity.However, 21 states have "public accommodations" laws that include one or both phrases. (more...)
- June 27, 2017
Colorado Civil Rights Commission , as it moves through the U.S. Supreme Court next term", Laielli wrote. No federal law requires businesses to serve all customers without regard to their sexual orientation or gender identity.However, 21 states have "public accommodations" laws that include one or both phrases. (more...)
'Productive step': USA urges Qatar & Gulf States to come to negotiating table
- June 27, 2017
QNA said that the rights body had "noted that these violations were shown in several ways, such as not allowing Qatari students to complete exams at the end of the academic year, and refused to give them certificates of graduation and the closure of their educational accounts as well as the termination of their registration arbitrarily without giving reasons". (more...)
- June 27, 2017
QNA said that the rights body had "noted that these violations were shown in several ways, such as not allowing Qatari students to complete exams at the end of the academic year, and refused to give them certificates of graduation and the closure of their educational accounts as well as the termination of their registration arbitrarily without giving reasons". (more...)
Oil tanker blaze: PM visits Victoria Hospital, announces compensation
- June 27, 2017
It was told during the briefing that the people had started collecting oil, spilled from the tanker, which later exploded and affected 265 people, with 140 people losing their lives and injuring 125 others. A senior rescue official in the area said the death toll could rise further as dozens are still in critical condition. Numerous bodies were burned beyond recognition and will have to be identified through DNA testing, said Baqar. (more...)
- June 27, 2017
It was told during the briefing that the people had started collecting oil, spilled from the tanker, which later exploded and affected 265 people, with 140 people losing their lives and injuring 125 others. A senior rescue official in the area said the death toll could rise further as dozens are still in critical condition. Numerous bodies were burned beyond recognition and will have to be identified through DNA testing, said Baqar. (more...)
Ark. inmate recaptured after 32 years
- June 27, 2017
Lane, 39, who escaped from a work release program in Pine Bluff. In an emailed statement, Arkansas Department of Correction spokesman Solomon Graves said Steven Dishman , 60, was arrested at a home in Springdale . Bill Sadler with the for Arkansas State Police told ABC News that an individual who had met Dishman about five years after his escape came forward over the past weekend. (more...)
- June 27, 2017
Lane, 39, who escaped from a work release program in Pine Bluff. In an emailed statement, Arkansas Department of Correction spokesman Solomon Graves said Steven Dishman , 60, was arrested at a home in Springdale . Bill Sadler with the for Arkansas State Police told ABC News that an individual who had met Dishman about five years after his escape came forward over the past weekend. (more...)
Boston visitors hurt in New Orleans attack; 1 hospitalized
- June 27, 2017
Paul was arrested on a second-degree robbery charge. One of the robbers then runs back into frame and briefly lifts the second victim off the sidewalk by the back of his shirt, revealing what appears to be a large pool of blood, before dropping the victim back on the sidewalk and running away. (more...)
- June 27, 2017
Paul was arrested on a second-degree robbery charge. One of the robbers then runs back into frame and briefly lifts the second victim off the sidewalk by the back of his shirt, revealing what appears to be a large pool of blood, before dropping the victim back on the sidewalk and running away. (more...)
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