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Afghanistan's all-girl robotics team lands in DC after visas denied twice
- July 15, 2017
On Tuesday, a letter signed by 53 members of the U.S. House of Representatives urged Secretary of State Rex Tillerson to issue visas for the girls. Then to apply for visas, they traveled twice to Kabul - site of a bombing on May 31 that killed 150 people - and their applications were rejected. (more...)
- July 15, 2017
On Tuesday, a letter signed by 53 members of the U.S. House of Representatives urged Secretary of State Rex Tillerson to issue visas for the girls. Then to apply for visas, they traveled twice to Kabul - site of a bombing on May 31 that killed 150 people - and their applications were rejected. (more...)
The other Trump-Macron handshake everyone's talking about
- July 15, 2017
The event also featured a bi-national flypast of fighter jets to symbolise present-day military co-operation between the two countries. The US President was visiting a museum in Paris with Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron ahead of the Bastille Day celebrations on Friday. (more...)
- July 15, 2017
The event also featured a bi-national flypast of fighter jets to symbolise present-day military co-operation between the two countries. The US President was visiting a museum in Paris with Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron ahead of the Bastille Day celebrations on Friday. (more...)
Former Russian Spy Attended Trump Jr. Meeting
- July 15, 2017
Trump Jr. said Monday that he'd be happy to talk about all of this with the Senate Intelligence Committee. Rinat Akhmetshin confirmed his participation to The Associated Press . The former Soviet operative thought it was "not substantive" and that he "actually expected more serious" discussion. And here's the important point - this meeting likely was not the last on this topic, likely not the only one. (more...)
- July 15, 2017
Trump Jr. said Monday that he'd be happy to talk about all of this with the Senate Intelligence Committee. Rinat Akhmetshin confirmed his participation to The Associated Press . The former Soviet operative thought it was "not substantive" and that he "actually expected more serious" discussion. And here's the important point - this meeting likely was not the last on this topic, likely not the only one. (more...)
EI du Pont de Nemours and Company
- July 15, 2017
It has outperformed by 4.12% the S&P500. Silvercrest Asset Management Group Llc increased Ma Com Technology Solutions Co (NASDAQ:MTSI) stake by 270,603 shares to 1.85 million valued at $85.44M in 2016Q4. Princeton Cap Mgmt invested in 3.75% or 53,314 shares. Reilly Fin Ltd accumulated 100 shares. The target implies a -0.66% decrease from where the shares are now trading. (more...)
- July 15, 2017
It has outperformed by 4.12% the S&P500. Silvercrest Asset Management Group Llc increased Ma Com Technology Solutions Co (NASDAQ:MTSI) stake by 270,603 shares to 1.85 million valued at $85.44M in 2016Q4. Princeton Cap Mgmt invested in 3.75% or 53,314 shares. Reilly Fin Ltd accumulated 100 shares. The target implies a -0.66% decrease from where the shares are now trading. (more...)
Daft Punk Medley Performance At Bastille Day Parade With Trump And Macron
- July 15, 2017
The two were treated to an absolutely awesome Daft Punk medley preformed by The French Military Band. President Donald Trump didn't make the best impression with his sexist greeting and his seeming annoyance with a French army band's musical performance during his visit to France for Bastille Day . (more...)
- July 15, 2017
The two were treated to an absolutely awesome Daft Punk medley preformed by The French Military Band. President Donald Trump didn't make the best impression with his sexist greeting and his seeming annoyance with a French army band's musical performance during his visit to France for Bastille Day . (more...)
Australian senator quits after learning he is ineligible due dual citizenship
- July 15, 2017
Ludlam said he hoped he would be given the same dispensation. Mr Ludlam, 47, left New Zealand as a three-year-old. I have no wish to draw out legal uncertainty or create any kind of lengthy dispute, particularly when that section of the constitution is so clear. (more...)
- July 15, 2017
Ludlam said he hoped he would be given the same dispensation. Mr Ludlam, 47, left New Zealand as a three-year-old. I have no wish to draw out legal uncertainty or create any kind of lengthy dispute, particularly when that section of the constitution is so clear. (more...)
Second person of interest in custody in Bucks County case
- July 15, 2017
The four killings took place in three separate incidents, each of which involved using marijuana to lure the men to Dinardo's property, according to a probable cause affidavit. Kratz and DiNardo had chose to rob Finocchiaro after luring him to the farm, but for some reason, Kratz shot him in the head, the affadavit said. Aerial footage shows teams searching under a large tent, and Weintraub has said they are enduring stifling heat as they painstakingly search the property. (more...)
- July 15, 2017
The four killings took place in three separate incidents, each of which involved using marijuana to lure the men to Dinardo's property, according to a probable cause affidavit. Kratz and DiNardo had chose to rob Finocchiaro after luring him to the farm, but for some reason, Kratz shot him in the head, the affadavit said. Aerial footage shows teams searching under a large tent, and Weintraub has said they are enduring stifling heat as they painstakingly search the property. (more...)
Former Soviet 'spy' admits meeting Trump Jr
- July 15, 2017
While Donald Trump Jr confirmed that Russian attorney Natalia Veselnitskaya was in the meeting , he did not disclose Mr Akhmetshin's presence. On "The Specialists", a five-person panel show where supposedly some of the participants are specialists, Bolling announced that the real connection between the Russian government and the 2016 campaign was none other than Hillary Clinton. (more...)
- July 15, 2017
While Donald Trump Jr confirmed that Russian attorney Natalia Veselnitskaya was in the meeting , he did not disclose Mr Akhmetshin's presence. On "The Specialists", a five-person panel show where supposedly some of the participants are specialists, Bolling announced that the real connection between the Russian government and the 2016 campaign was none other than Hillary Clinton. (more...)
Gayle keen on 2019 World Cup swansong
- July 15, 2017
Notably, the 37-year-old globe-trotter returned to the side after a 15-month-absence during the West Indies' emphatic win over India in the one-off T20I match in Jamaica on Sunday, July 9. With the side having slipped to 9th in the ODI rankings (they are 8th in the Test rankings and 5th in T20), it is nearly impossible for them to qualify automatically for the 2019 World Cup ahead of the ODI rankings qualification cut-off date in September. (more...)
- July 15, 2017
Notably, the 37-year-old globe-trotter returned to the side after a 15-month-absence during the West Indies' emphatic win over India in the one-off T20I match in Jamaica on Sunday, July 9. With the side having slipped to 9th in the ODI rankings (they are 8th in the Test rankings and 5th in T20), it is nearly impossible for them to qualify automatically for the 2019 World Cup ahead of the ODI rankings qualification cut-off date in September. (more...)
At least three dead in fire at Honolulu high-rise apartment building
- July 15, 2017
As many as three people died on the 26th floor, Fire Chief Manuel Neves told a news conference at the scene. Smoke billows from a high-rise apartment building in Honolulu on Friday. He watched as people were carried out. Firefighters were checking on reports that there were people trapped in their units, Jenkins said. Fourth-floor resident Aaron Dengler and his wife were helping their elderly neighbour get to an aid station the American Red Cross set up at a nearby park. (more...)
- July 15, 2017
As many as three people died on the 26th floor, Fire Chief Manuel Neves told a news conference at the scene. Smoke billows from a high-rise apartment building in Honolulu on Friday. He watched as people were carried out. Firefighters were checking on reports that there were people trapped in their units, Jenkins said. Fourth-floor resident Aaron Dengler and his wife were helping their elderly neighbour get to an aid station the American Red Cross set up at a nearby park. (more...)
Trump visit to Paris trouble-free as Macron rolls out the red carpet
- July 15, 2017
Body language experts have spent hours pouring over footage of Donald Trump's handshakes, and now they have a new one to analyse. He spoke on a visit to mark the French national day and to commemorate the 100th anniversary of U.S. Trump and Macron will discuss counter-terrorism, Iraq, Syria bilateral ties and French anti-jihadi military operations in Africa and then hold a joint press conference , the Guardian reported. (more...)
- July 15, 2017
Body language experts have spent hours pouring over footage of Donald Trump's handshakes, and now they have a new one to analyse. He spoke on a visit to mark the French national day and to commemorate the 100th anniversary of U.S. Trump and Macron will discuss counter-terrorism, Iraq, Syria bilateral ties and French anti-jihadi military operations in Africa and then hold a joint press conference , the Guardian reported. (more...)
Howell tied for first-round lead at Deere Run
- July 15, 2017
Rickie Fowler was one of six players to share second place on five under par after shooting 67. Moore followed up his opening-round 74 with a 71 to exit the tournament three over - the cut line at two under. The event is being staged at US President Donald Trump's golf resort, Trump National in Bedminster, New Jersey, with protests possible and the US golf Association already under fire for failing to move the richest tournament in women's golf after Trump's controversial comments about ... (more...)
- July 15, 2017
Rickie Fowler was one of six players to share second place on five under par after shooting 67. Moore followed up his opening-round 74 with a 71 to exit the tournament three over - the cut line at two under. The event is being staged at US President Donald Trump's golf resort, Trump National in Bedminster, New Jersey, with protests possible and the US golf Association already under fire for failing to move the richest tournament in women's golf after Trump's controversial comments about ... (more...)
Tulsa cop cleared in killing of unarmed black man resigns
- July 15, 2017
Shelby had been working in an administrative role at the police department since she returned to work days after her acquittal. She was not allowed on street patrol while an internal department investigation continued. She says Shelby was exhausted of being assigned to desk work, doing nothing but quote, "pushing paper". A jury found her not guilty of first-degree manslaughter for a traffic stop gone wrong. (more...)
- July 15, 2017
Shelby had been working in an administrative role at the police department since she returned to work days after her acquittal. She was not allowed on street patrol while an internal department investigation continued. She says Shelby was exhausted of being assigned to desk work, doing nothing but quote, "pushing paper". A jury found her not guilty of first-degree manslaughter for a traffic stop gone wrong. (more...)
Congress seeks information from Centre on border standoff
- July 15, 2017
The ongoing border standoff between India and China will be resolved peacefully and diplomatically, the government reportedly told opposition leaders today. Everyone said that they, across party lines, are with the government over the issue. The government also emphasised on the "unique nature of the very close and longstanding India-Bhutan relationship" in the context of the face-off between Indian and Chinese troops in the Doklam area of Bhutan and has stressed on the responsibility to ... (more...)
- July 15, 2017
The ongoing border standoff between India and China will be resolved peacefully and diplomatically, the government reportedly told opposition leaders today. Everyone said that they, across party lines, are with the government over the issue. The government also emphasised on the "unique nature of the very close and longstanding India-Bhutan relationship" in the context of the face-off between Indian and Chinese troops in the Doklam area of Bhutan and has stressed on the responsibility to ... (more...)
Central team to visit Assam to asses flood situation
- July 15, 2017
On Thursday, the Assam disaster management authority said that five persons died in Golaghat, Lakhimpur, Nagaon and South Salmara on the day. According to local government officials, overall 29,000 people are staying at 123 relief camps set up across the state. (more...)
- July 15, 2017
On Thursday, the Assam disaster management authority said that five persons died in Golaghat, Lakhimpur, Nagaon and South Salmara on the day. According to local government officials, overall 29,000 people are staying at 123 relief camps set up across the state. (more...)
'Nice remembers': Tributes flood Twitter to mark anniversary of terror attack
- July 15, 2017
He said they images are taken from afar, without identifying anyone and without "attacking their dignity". But the magazine's editor Olivier Royant justified the publication in a statement. Nice's Mayor Christian Estrosi also criticised the publication on the eve of the first anniversary of the attack. Lahouaiej-Bouhlel rammed the truck at high speed into crowds of revelers, leaving carnage in his wake. (more...)
- July 15, 2017
He said they images are taken from afar, without identifying anyone and without "attacking their dignity". But the magazine's editor Olivier Royant justified the publication in a statement. Nice's Mayor Christian Estrosi also criticised the publication on the eve of the first anniversary of the attack. Lahouaiej-Bouhlel rammed the truck at high speed into crowds of revelers, leaving carnage in his wake. (more...)
Trump and Macron attends Bastille Day celebration in Paris
- July 15, 2017
She kisses Trump , while he is still shaking her husband's hand. At a meeting in Brussels, both men were left white-knuckled and tense following their first-ever handshake in May. Trump praised her "nice smile" and told Vradkar on the phone that, "She has a nice smile on her face, so I bet she treats you well ". The whole scene was captured as part of a live stream of the Trumps' visit which comes just before France's Bastille Day celebrations on Friday. (more...)
- July 15, 2017
She kisses Trump , while he is still shaking her husband's hand. At a meeting in Brussels, both men were left white-knuckled and tense following their first-ever handshake in May. Trump praised her "nice smile" and told Vradkar on the phone that, "She has a nice smile on her face, so I bet she treats you well ". The whole scene was captured as part of a live stream of the Trumps' visit which comes just before France's Bastille Day celebrations on Friday. (more...)
Rahman trolled for singing 'Tamil songs' in London
- July 15, 2017
And since some Hindi-speakers insist on being monolingual (except when it suits them), she peppered the tweets with some Hindi words as well. "We pay taxes but hear only Hindi in every aspect of life". Meanwhile, Rahman's Tamil fans from various southern Indian states while reacting to the allegations against Rahman that he ignored Hindi songs, said they feel the same when Hindi is imposed on them by the government. (more...)
- July 15, 2017
And since some Hindi-speakers insist on being monolingual (except when it suits them), she peppered the tweets with some Hindi words as well. "We pay taxes but hear only Hindi in every aspect of life". Meanwhile, Rahman's Tamil fans from various southern Indian states while reacting to the allegations against Rahman that he ignored Hindi songs, said they feel the same when Hindi is imposed on them by the government. (more...)
Search for survivors in plane crash on St. Johns & Flagler County line
- July 15, 2017
Johns County and Flagler County, Fla., FAA officials said. Crews are searching for survivors of a small plane that crashed late Thursday in a remote area near the Flagler, St. The plane's wreckage was found shortly after noon, deputies said. Sheriff Staley says it appears the plane hit the tops of trees and crashed. Crews are searching Pellicer Creek Aquatic Reserve for the bodies. (more...)
- July 15, 2017
Johns County and Flagler County, Fla., FAA officials said. Crews are searching for survivors of a small plane that crashed late Thursday in a remote area near the Flagler, St. The plane's wreckage was found shortly after noon, deputies said. Sheriff Staley says it appears the plane hit the tops of trees and crashed. Crews are searching Pellicer Creek Aquatic Reserve for the bodies. (more...)
SC orders CBI probe into extra-judicial killings in Manipur
- July 15, 2017
Cases related to 20 deaths were reported to the NHRC. Every judicial inquiry can not be against the Army. Justice Lokur, who wrote the judgment, said even the "dos and don'ts and the Ten Commandments of the Army Chief" accepts the ethos and principle that use of excessive force or retaliatory force by uniformed personnel resulting in death necessitates a thorough enquiry. (more...)
- July 15, 2017
Cases related to 20 deaths were reported to the NHRC. Every judicial inquiry can not be against the Army. Justice Lokur, who wrote the judgment, said even the "dos and don'ts and the Ten Commandments of the Army Chief" accepts the ethos and principle that use of excessive force or retaliatory force by uniformed personnel resulting in death necessitates a thorough enquiry. (more...)
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