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Pentagon Officially Delays Integration of Transgender Enlistees
- July 01, 2017
The Associated Press reported last week that the service chiefs were recommending the six month delay to Secretary Mattis in order to "gauge if now serving transgender troops are facing problems and what necessary changes the military bases might have to make". (more...)
- July 01, 2017
The Associated Press reported last week that the service chiefs were recommending the six month delay to Secretary Mattis in order to "gauge if now serving transgender troops are facing problems and what necessary changes the military bases might have to make". (more...)
United States blacklists China bank, revving up pressure over NKorea
- July 01, 2017
The US Treasury said North Korea continues to try to evade worldwide sanctions in pursuit of its weapons program. "We are in no way targeting China with these actions", Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin said at the White House, referring to sanctions the USA slapped on the Bank of Dandong, accused of illicit dealings with the North. (more...)
- July 01, 2017
The US Treasury said North Korea continues to try to evade worldwide sanctions in pursuit of its weapons program. "We are in no way targeting China with these actions", Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin said at the White House, referring to sanctions the USA slapped on the Bank of Dandong, accused of illicit dealings with the North. (more...)
Assembly OKs NYC schools deal, Mario Cuomo bridge name
- July 01, 2017
Cuomo signed the bill during a news conference Thursday afternoon. The law giving Mayor Bill de Blasio control over city schools had been set to expire Friday. The hostility of Republicans - who have looked to thwart de Blasio since he backed Democratic candidates for the upper house in 2014 - and the tepid response among Assembly members to the mayor's often undramatic reforms, made a once-unthinkable end to mayoral control appear possible in recent weeks. (more...)
- July 01, 2017
Cuomo signed the bill during a news conference Thursday afternoon. The law giving Mayor Bill de Blasio control over city schools had been set to expire Friday. The hostility of Republicans - who have looked to thwart de Blasio since he backed Democratic candidates for the upper house in 2014 - and the tepid response among Assembly members to the mayor's often undramatic reforms, made a once-unthinkable end to mayoral control appear possible in recent weeks. (more...)
Williams Companies (NYSE:WMB)
- July 01, 2017
It turned negative, as 48 investors sold WMB shares while 217 reduced holdings. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP raised its position in Williams Companies, Inc. LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Williams Companies, Inc. "(The) (WMB)" was reported by Markets Daily and is the sole property of of Markets Daily. (more...)
- July 01, 2017
It turned negative, as 48 investors sold WMB shares while 217 reduced holdings. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP raised its position in Williams Companies, Inc. LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Williams Companies, Inc. "(The) (WMB)" was reported by Markets Daily and is the sole property of of Markets Daily. (more...)
Over 8000 pay obeisance at Amarnath on 2nd day of yatra
- July 01, 2017
It was raining for the last two days and late night on Thursday a landslide occurred in Udhampur region. "Presently, there are around 1,600 registered pilgrims stranded at the base camp, who will be allowed for pilgrimage only after road gets through for the traffic", he said. (more...)
- July 01, 2017
It was raining for the last two days and late night on Thursday a landslide occurred in Udhampur region. "Presently, there are around 1,600 registered pilgrims stranded at the base camp, who will be allowed for pilgrimage only after road gets through for the traffic", he said. (more...)
Djokovic beats Medvedev to reach Eastbourne final
- July 01, 2017
The 12-time Grand Slam champion needed one hour and 22 minutes to win 6-4, 6-4. "The first set went my way and I played well". The top-seeded Djokovic saved two set points, on Young's serve at 5-4 and on his own serve in the tiebreaker, and clinched victory with a return victor. (more...)
- July 01, 2017
The 12-time Grand Slam champion needed one hour and 22 minutes to win 6-4, 6-4. "The first set went my way and I played well". The top-seeded Djokovic saved two set points, on Young's serve at 5-4 and on his own serve in the tiebreaker, and clinched victory with a return victor. (more...)
PM Narendra Modi returns from three-nation tour
- July 01, 2017
The two leaders spoke shortly after meeting in Washington DC on Monday (26 June). "So don't you think India's poor and those who live in rural areas should also have mobiles", he asked. The administration is also set to offer a $2 billion sale of US-made unarmed drones to help in surveillance of the Indian Ocean. Unlike Mukherjee, Modi will not visit Palestine before or after his tour of Israel. (more...)
- July 01, 2017
The two leaders spoke shortly after meeting in Washington DC on Monday (26 June). "So don't you think India's poor and those who live in rural areas should also have mobiles", he asked. The administration is also set to offer a $2 billion sale of US-made unarmed drones to help in surveillance of the Indian Ocean. Unlike Mukherjee, Modi will not visit Palestine before or after his tour of Israel. (more...)
Gunman Who Ambushed Baton Rouge Officers Searched For Police Home Addresses
- July 01, 2017
In a suicide note, Long wrote that he saw his actions as a "necessary evil" meant to "create substantial change within America's police force". The report also contained a lengthy suicide note in which Long wrote that people who knew him would be surprised about his horrendous acts but it was something he need to do to punish "bad cops". (more...)
- July 01, 2017
In a suicide note, Long wrote that he saw his actions as a "necessary evil" meant to "create substantial change within America's police force". The report also contained a lengthy suicide note in which Long wrote that people who knew him would be surprised about his horrendous acts but it was something he need to do to punish "bad cops". (more...)
'Inspector Raj' is back, says Mamata on GST
- July 01, 2017
He further said that Trinamul Congress had supported GST in 2009 and their manifesto had also carried it. She added that Bengal had opposed the arrest clause in the GST Council but the Centre did not pay heed. Banerjee cited the 96-hour strike call by the textile industries across the country as a case in point. Demanding a white paper on preparedness of GST, Mr Mitra said, "Where is the white paper on preparedness?" "Small business entities are not yet ready with basic requirements like ... (more...)
- July 01, 2017
He further said that Trinamul Congress had supported GST in 2009 and their manifesto had also carried it. She added that Bengal had opposed the arrest clause in the GST Council but the Centre did not pay heed. Banerjee cited the 96-hour strike call by the textile industries across the country as a case in point. Demanding a white paper on preparedness of GST, Mr Mitra said, "Where is the white paper on preparedness?" "Small business entities are not yet ready with basic requirements like ... (more...)
Chelsea transfer target Alex Sandro set to sign new Juventus contract
- July 01, 2017
Chelsea are ready to part with a world-record fee for a defender to secure the signing of Alex Sandro from Juventus , according to reports in the English media. While the Ghana worldwide played 1470 minutes in the top flight, his left-back rival played 2310, scoring three along the way. As we know at Chelsea , there is no left-back. (more...)
- July 01, 2017
Chelsea are ready to part with a world-record fee for a defender to secure the signing of Alex Sandro from Juventus , according to reports in the English media. While the Ghana worldwide played 1470 minutes in the top flight, his left-back rival played 2310, scoring three along the way. As we know at Chelsea , there is no left-back. (more...)
North korea: first us sanctions against a chinese bank
- July 01, 2017
He voiced "firm" opposition to the U.S. administration's approval of a $1.3 billion arms sale to Taiwan, which China considers a rebel province awaiting reunification. Mnuchin said United States officials were continuing to look at other companies that may be helping North Korea and may roll out additional sanctions. (more...)
- July 01, 2017
He voiced "firm" opposition to the U.S. administration's approval of a $1.3 billion arms sale to Taiwan, which China considers a rebel province awaiting reunification. Mnuchin said United States officials were continuing to look at other companies that may be helping North Korea and may roll out additional sanctions. (more...)
United or Chelsea for Manolas?
- July 01, 2017
Sky Italia claims the player doesn't want to be paid in Russian currency, but wants to receive his monthly salary in euro. Chelsea have been watching developments unfold and are now ready to enter the race, according to Premium Sport . (more...)
- July 01, 2017
Sky Italia claims the player doesn't want to be paid in Russian currency, but wants to receive his monthly salary in euro. Chelsea have been watching developments unfold and are now ready to enter the race, according to Premium Sport . (more...)
Biggest questions facing Rockets in aftermath of Chris Paul trade
- July 01, 2017
Chris Paul is heading to Houston to join James Harden , giving the Rockets two All-Stars in the backcourt to lead their chase for a championship. Even if the Rockets can't add either of them, they're still going to compete for a top seed in the West, making the road that much more hard for teams like the Jazz, Memphis Grizzlies and Oklahoma City Thunder . (more...)
- July 01, 2017
Chris Paul is heading to Houston to join James Harden , giving the Rockets two All-Stars in the backcourt to lead their chase for a championship. Even if the Rockets can't add either of them, they're still going to compete for a top seed in the West, making the road that much more hard for teams like the Jazz, Memphis Grizzlies and Oklahoma City Thunder . (more...)
Gunman in doctor's coat killed at NYC hospital
- July 01, 2017
The gunman has not been officially named but police sources told USA media he was Henry Bello , 45, a former family-medicine doctor at the hospital. Patient care technician Nana Cisee was on her lunch break when she heard the gunshots. "I know how the people in Orlando felt, because me and another girl, we were in the bathroom". (more...)
- July 01, 2017
The gunman has not been officially named but police sources told USA media he was Henry Bello , 45, a former family-medicine doctor at the hospital. Patient care technician Nana Cisee was on her lunch break when she heard the gunshots. "I know how the people in Orlando felt, because me and another girl, we were in the bathroom". (more...)
'No stone will be left unturned' in Grenfell Tower inquiry, says PM
- July 01, 2017
Asked for Mrs May's response to the shutdown of the meeting, the Number 10 spokeswoman said: 'Our view is that access to democracy should always be easy and we think that is vital if people want to retain confidence in our democratic system. (more...)
- July 01, 2017
Asked for Mrs May's response to the shutdown of the meeting, the Number 10 spokeswoman said: 'Our view is that access to democracy should always be easy and we think that is vital if people want to retain confidence in our democratic system. (more...)
Eurozone inflation fall dampens prospect of European Central Bank quantitative easing taper
- July 01, 2017
The sell-off itself proved short-lived, with the single currency marching upwards to its strongest position since May 2016 this morning. While Brexit negotiations appeared to be off to a fairly amicable start, the United Kingdom government has been criticised for failing to provide enough post-Brexit guarantees for European Union nationals living in Britain. (more...)
- July 01, 2017
The sell-off itself proved short-lived, with the single currency marching upwards to its strongest position since May 2016 this morning. While Brexit negotiations appeared to be off to a fairly amicable start, the United Kingdom government has been criticised for failing to provide enough post-Brexit guarantees for European Union nationals living in Britain. (more...)
Strangers buy car for Texas man who walked miles to work
- July 01, 2017
According to Fox 11 , the motivation for the gift came last week when Andy Mitchell spotted a young man, 20-year-old Justin Korva , walking in the sweltering heat. A Texas man got the surprise of his life last week when he was given the keys to a auto. Korva revealed he was saving for a auto, and that his walk to work was 3 miles. (more...)
- July 01, 2017
According to Fox 11 , the motivation for the gift came last week when Andy Mitchell spotted a young man, 20-year-old Justin Korva , walking in the sweltering heat. A Texas man got the surprise of his life last week when he was given the keys to a auto. Korva revealed he was saving for a auto, and that his walk to work was 3 miles. (more...)
France says watchdog's report on Syria proves sarin gas used in April
- July 01, 2017
The Syrian army strongly rejected the accusations and laid the blame on local militants and their patrons. The fact-finding mission report has been shared with state members of the Chemical Weapons Convention and the OPCW's Executive Council, which will consider the findings at a meeting scheduled for July 5, the watchdog added in a statement. (more...)
- July 01, 2017
The Syrian army strongly rejected the accusations and laid the blame on local militants and their patrons. The fact-finding mission report has been shared with state members of the Chemical Weapons Convention and the OPCW's Executive Council, which will consider the findings at a meeting scheduled for July 5, the watchdog added in a statement. (more...)
EPA Administrator Met Privately with Dow Chemical CEO Before Reversing Pesticide Ban
- July 01, 2017
USA farmers spray more than 6 million pounds of chlorpyrifos each year on citrus fruits, apples, cherries and other crops, making it one of the most widely used pesticides in the world. Freire replied: "We have had no meetings with Dow on this topic". It was revealed June 27 that this was not true. Just 20 days prior to rejecting the ban, Pruitt met with Dow CEO Andrew Liveris . (more...)
- July 01, 2017
USA farmers spray more than 6 million pounds of chlorpyrifos each year on citrus fruits, apples, cherries and other crops, making it one of the most widely used pesticides in the world. Freire replied: "We have had no meetings with Dow on this topic". It was revealed June 27 that this was not true. Just 20 days prior to rejecting the ban, Pruitt met with Dow CEO Andrew Liveris . (more...)
Assembly passes resolution to reserve 85% seats for Delhi students
- July 01, 2017
Around 2.5 lakh students pass out from Delhi schools every year and only 28,000 of them are able to secure a seat in DU colleges", she said. Speaking on the occasion, Chandni Chowk MLA Alka Lamba, who had been a president of the Delhi University Students' Union in the 1990s, said the issue was always raised before DUSU polls by all parties. (more...)
- July 01, 2017
Around 2.5 lakh students pass out from Delhi schools every year and only 28,000 of them are able to secure a seat in DU colleges", she said. Speaking on the occasion, Chandni Chowk MLA Alka Lamba, who had been a president of the Delhi University Students' Union in the 1990s, said the issue was always raised before DUSU polls by all parties. (more...)
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