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United States toughens visa rules for 6 Muslim-majority countries
- June 29, 2017
But the court said those restrictions can not be applied to people with a " bona fide relationship with a person or entity in the United States". But implementation of the order after five months of legal challenges could be chaotic, in part due to the meaning of a key term used in the court's ruling Monday: "bona fide". (more...)
- June 29, 2017
But the court said those restrictions can not be applied to people with a " bona fide relationship with a person or entity in the United States". But implementation of the order after five months of legal challenges could be chaotic, in part due to the meaning of a key term used in the court's ruling Monday: "bona fide". (more...)
Cardinal Pell expected to be charged with sex offences
- June 29, 2017
In a statement from Rome , Cardinal Pell has maintained his innocence and is "looking forward to his day in court". Pell will be required to appear in Melbourne Magistrates Court on July 18 for a filing hearing. Two years ago, Peter Saunders, a survivor of sexual abuse on the Vatican's Commission for the Protection of Minors, spoke out against Pell, calling him "almost sociopathic" in his lack of concern for the victims of abuse in an interview with Australia's television program "60 ... (more...)
- June 29, 2017
In a statement from Rome , Cardinal Pell has maintained his innocence and is "looking forward to his day in court". Pell will be required to appear in Melbourne Magistrates Court on July 18 for a filing hearing. Two years ago, Peter Saunders, a survivor of sexual abuse on the Vatican's Commission for the Protection of Minors, spoke out against Pell, calling him "almost sociopathic" in his lack of concern for the victims of abuse in an interview with Australia's television program "60 ... (more...)
Brazil's Temer charged with corruption
- June 29, 2017
He was accused of taking bribes from Joesley Batista , head of meatpacking giant JBS. "The president has decided that he wouldn't make it to the G20", said in a statement that the Palace of Planalto, without any other precision. PSDB deputy Caio Narcio said political stability and turning around the economy were more important than removing Temer, and that he could not turn his back on the country at this critical moment. (more...)
- June 29, 2017
He was accused of taking bribes from Joesley Batista , head of meatpacking giant JBS. "The president has decided that he wouldn't make it to the G20", said in a statement that the Palace of Planalto, without any other precision. PSDB deputy Caio Narcio said political stability and turning around the economy were more important than removing Temer, and that he could not turn his back on the country at this critical moment. (more...)
HK has thrived in past 20 years, says Josephine Teo
- June 29, 2017
The New Territories and 235 islands are leased to Britain by Imperial China for 99 years. Beijing can throw money around all it wants, but if even Hong Kong won't buy the message China is selling, it is hard to see it travelling well elsewhere. (more...)
- June 29, 2017
The New Territories and 235 islands are leased to Britain by Imperial China for 99 years. Beijing can throw money around all it wants, but if even Hong Kong won't buy the message China is selling, it is hard to see it travelling well elsewhere. (more...)
China's CNPC suspends fuel sales to North Korea
- June 29, 2017
The aftermath of the incident severely strained diplomatic relations between Kuala Lumpur and Pyongyang and resulted in both countries recalling their ambassadors. SIEGEL: But would the answer then be imposing even tougher sanctions on North Korea or in some way trying to push the Chinese still further into using their influence with North Korea? CNN reached out to Moon's office to confirm the position, but a presidential spokesman said Kwun's quote was meant to highlight the need to ... (more...)
- June 29, 2017
The aftermath of the incident severely strained diplomatic relations between Kuala Lumpur and Pyongyang and resulted in both countries recalling their ambassadors. SIEGEL: But would the answer then be imposing even tougher sanctions on North Korea or in some way trying to push the Chinese still further into using their influence with North Korea? CNN reached out to Moon's office to confirm the position, but a presidential spokesman said Kwun's quote was meant to highlight the need to ... (more...)
Islamic State attack blocked in Mosul
- June 29, 2017
Iraqi forces took the eastern side from Islamic State in January, after 100 days of fighting, and started attacking the western side in February. The Iraqi army, the Kurdistan Regional government and a US-led coalition are involved in what is known as the "Battle for Mosul ", a joint military offensive that began in October 2016 and aims to retake control of the besieged town. (more...)
- June 29, 2017
Iraqi forces took the eastern side from Islamic State in January, after 100 days of fighting, and started attacking the western side in February. The Iraqi army, the Kurdistan Regional government and a US-led coalition are involved in what is known as the "Battle for Mosul ", a joint military offensive that began in October 2016 and aims to retake control of the besieged town. (more...)
Donald Trump accepts Macron invite to attend Bastille Day parade
- June 29, 2017
Macron, 39, and Trump, 71, could not be more different, and their relationship thus far has been rocky. On July 14 a year ago, a radicalised Tunisian man killed 86 people as he rammed a truck through a crowd watching Bastille Day fireworks in the French Riviera city of Nice. (more...)
- June 29, 2017
Macron, 39, and Trump, 71, could not be more different, and their relationship thus far has been rocky. On July 14 a year ago, a radicalised Tunisian man killed 86 people as he rammed a truck through a crowd watching Bastille Day fireworks in the French Riviera city of Nice. (more...)
Helicopter Attacks Venezuelan Government Buildings 04:37 Download
- June 29, 2017
However, it is thought that he gave a statement in which he denounced the "criminal government" in a video message on Instagram . "We have two choices: be judged tomorrow by our conscience and the people or begin today to free ourselves from this corrupt government". (more...)
- June 29, 2017
However, it is thought that he gave a statement in which he denounced the "criminal government" in a video message on Instagram . "We have two choices: be judged tomorrow by our conscience and the people or begin today to free ourselves from this corrupt government". (more...)
Man is 'literally scared to death' during armed robbery
- June 28, 2017
Authorities say the initial 911 call was for a medical emergency, and only when responding officers and paramedics arrived did they learn of the armed robbery. Early Tuesday morning, four contractors were working on a remodeling project inside a restaurant when two masked, armed men walked inside the building. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
Authorities say the initial 911 call was for a medical emergency, and only when responding officers and paramedics arrived did they learn of the armed robbery. Early Tuesday morning, four contractors were working on a remodeling project inside a restaurant when two masked, armed men walked inside the building. (more...)
US, India going to be substantially closer: American official
- June 28, 2017
On Monday, Trump said in a joint news conference with Modi that the North is "causing tremendous problems and is something that has to be dealt with, and probably dealt with rapidly". He is a great Prime Minister. In all this time, the two leaders talked terrorism, trade, energy and security expressing confidence that the ties between the two countries 'never looked brighter.' They also did not forget to praise each other with Trump designating themselves 'world leaders on social media'. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
On Monday, Trump said in a joint news conference with Modi that the North is "causing tremendous problems and is something that has to be dealt with, and probably dealt with rapidly". He is a great Prime Minister. In all this time, the two leaders talked terrorism, trade, energy and security expressing confidence that the ties between the two countries 'never looked brighter.' They also did not forget to praise each other with Trump designating themselves 'world leaders on social media'. (more...)
Army's Redstone Arsenal on lockdown for 'possible active shooter'
- June 28, 2017
Officials had said on Facebook that an active shooter training exercise was planned for this week. The Sparkman Center remains under lockdown, while the rest of the compound is open. There were no casualties in the incident as well, he said. "I believe we saw very clearly that the actions of our first-responders was spot-on", Holliday said. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
Officials had said on Facebook that an active shooter training exercise was planned for this week. The Sparkman Center remains under lockdown, while the rest of the compound is open. There were no casualties in the incident as well, he said. "I believe we saw very clearly that the actions of our first-responders was spot-on", Holliday said. (more...)
Trump insists he's engaged with health care bill
- June 28, 2017
Further, Collins, Paul and Johnson, along with Senator Dean Heller , have all said they will oppose a procedural motion to allow McConnell to move forward and bring the bill up for a vote. Trump is the most unorthodox president in memory and has broken many political norms. A GOP consultant put things even more bluntly. Sen David Perdue, R-Ga., told Fox News the GOP remains optimistic. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
Further, Collins, Paul and Johnson, along with Senator Dean Heller , have all said they will oppose a procedural motion to allow McConnell to move forward and bring the bill up for a vote. Trump is the most unorthodox president in memory and has broken many political norms. A GOP consultant put things even more bluntly. Sen David Perdue, R-Ga., told Fox News the GOP remains optimistic. (more...)
U.S. man who helped lost toddler mistaken for kidnapper
- June 28, 2017
But the toddler's father said all he saw was a unusual man walking off with his daughter. Police confirmed the Samaritan's account after talking with nearby witnesses who said they saw the man asking about the girl's parents. Three men found him walking with the girl and he ended up becoming the victim as he was punched. "I wanted to kill him". Lakeland police said in their statement that "this incident truly involved a good Samaritan trying to assist a lost child finding their parents". (more...)
- June 28, 2017
But the toddler's father said all he saw was a unusual man walking off with his daughter. Police confirmed the Samaritan's account after talking with nearby witnesses who said they saw the man asking about the girl's parents. Three men found him walking with the girl and he ended up becoming the victim as he was punched. "I wanted to kill him". Lakeland police said in their statement that "this incident truly involved a good Samaritan trying to assist a lost child finding their parents". (more...)
Leon County "Schools of Hope" Get 2017 Grades
- June 28, 2017
Additionally, they report 50 of Florida's school districts have no "F" graded schools in 2016-17. A total of 39 percent of schools were rated an "A", which is 9 percent higher than the state. Twelve of the schools rose one or two grade levels from the previous school year, while five decreased. "When I was growing up, I had access to a great public education which helped me achieve my goals and build a great career", Gov. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
Additionally, they report 50 of Florida's school districts have no "F" graded schools in 2016-17. A total of 39 percent of schools were rated an "A", which is 9 percent higher than the state. Twelve of the schools rose one or two grade levels from the previous school year, while five decreased. "When I was growing up, I had access to a great public education which helped me achieve my goals and build a great career", Gov. (more...)
Chaffetz, leaving Congress this week, heading to Fox News
- June 28, 2017
Chaffetz, former chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee who oversaw the investigations into the IRS targeting of conservative nonprofit groups and the death of a US ambassador in Benghazi, Libya, will offer political analysis on Fox News Channel and Fox News Business Network's daytime and primetime programs, according to a release from the network. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
Chaffetz, former chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee who oversaw the investigations into the IRS targeting of conservative nonprofit groups and the death of a US ambassador in Benghazi, Libya, will offer political analysis on Fox News Channel and Fox News Business Network's daytime and primetime programs, according to a release from the network. (more...)
Trump welcomes World Series champion Cubs to White House
- June 28, 2017
It is a tradition in the United States that professional sports teams visit the White House as the Chicago Cubs did in January when they spent time with Obama after capturing their 2016 Major League Baseball title. "I think you have a lot of them", the president offered. And at least five other 2016 players who were not on the Series roster attended. Trump welcomed the manager and several players from the World Series champion Chicago Cubs to the White House on Wednesday. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
It is a tradition in the United States that professional sports teams visit the White House as the Chicago Cubs did in January when they spent time with Obama after capturing their 2016 Major League Baseball title. "I think you have a lot of them", the president offered. And at least five other 2016 players who were not on the Series roster attended. Trump welcomed the manager and several players from the World Series champion Chicago Cubs to the White House on Wednesday. (more...)
Decision day on Brendan Dassey's possible release
- June 28, 2017
Wisconsin DOJ argued Dassey's case is far from settled, thus he will have to remain in prison. Dassey and his uncle, Steven Avery are each serving life sentences for the murder of Teresa Halbach in 2005. The prison release of " Making a Murderer " subject Brendan Dassey has once again encountered another hitch. Dassey's conviction was overturned after a three-judge federal appeals panel ruled that he was coerced into confessing to a crime, upholding a federal magistrate judge's ... (more...)
- June 28, 2017
Wisconsin DOJ argued Dassey's case is far from settled, thus he will have to remain in prison. Dassey and his uncle, Steven Avery are each serving life sentences for the murder of Teresa Halbach in 2005. The prison release of " Making a Murderer " subject Brendan Dassey has once again encountered another hitch. Dassey's conviction was overturned after a three-judge federal appeals panel ruled that he was coerced into confessing to a crime, upholding a federal magistrate judge's ... (more...)
Powersharing talks intensify as deadline nears
- June 28, 2017
The deal has been struck amid ongoing negotiations involving the DUP over a new power-sharing agreement at the devolved Stormont parliament. As talks in Belfast aimed at restoring a cross-community coalition reach their final phase before Thursday's deadline, the main point of contention is Sinn Féin's demand for an Irish Language Act. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
The deal has been struck amid ongoing negotiations involving the DUP over a new power-sharing agreement at the devolved Stormont parliament. As talks in Belfast aimed at restoring a cross-community coalition reach their final phase before Thursday's deadline, the main point of contention is Sinn Féin's demand for an Irish Language Act. (more...)
Indians becomes second highest number of migrants in Australia
- June 28, 2017
All data has its limitations. TableBuilder data will be released 4 July 2017. This data has barely changed since 2011 . Today the Australian Bureau of Statistics have released the data from last year's census . Renters make up 34 per cent of households in the NSW capital, and Garnet O'Neill is the classic example of what is happening across Sydney . Those who refuse to take part are fined AU$180 (US$136) per day until they fill in the form, while those found to have provided ... (more...)
- June 28, 2017
All data has its limitations. TableBuilder data will be released 4 July 2017. This data has barely changed since 2011 . Today the Australian Bureau of Statistics have released the data from last year's census . Renters make up 34 per cent of households in the NSW capital, and Garnet O'Neill is the classic example of what is happening across Sydney . Those who refuse to take part are fined AU$180 (US$136) per day until they fill in the form, while those found to have provided ... (more...)
Trump pushes 'energy week' and goal of exporting resources
- June 28, 2017
The Trump administration wants to make sure the United States remains "technologically and economically engaged" in the nuclear industry, Perry said. The energy agenda of the current administration also includes efforts to revive coal. And they're not the only energy experts saying so. "These politically driven policies, driven primarily by a hostility to coal, threatened the reliability and the stability of the greatest electrical grid in the world", Perry said at the U.S. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
The Trump administration wants to make sure the United States remains "technologically and economically engaged" in the nuclear industry, Perry said. The energy agenda of the current administration also includes efforts to revive coal. And they're not the only energy experts saying so. "These politically driven policies, driven primarily by a hostility to coal, threatened the reliability and the stability of the greatest electrical grid in the world", Perry said at the U.S. (more...)
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