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Liberal MLA Darryl Plecas becomes new Speaker
- September 10, 2017
The BC Liberals were apoplectic. MLAs vote by secret ballot to elect the speaker, a job made more hard this time by the minority NDP government supported on key votes by the three B.C. "When you tell your colleagues that you are not going to do something, they take you at your word, you break your word, you go do it, become the Speaker, you de facto already joined the NDP". (more...)
- September 10, 2017
The BC Liberals were apoplectic. MLAs vote by secret ballot to elect the speaker, a job made more hard this time by the minority NDP government supported on key votes by the three B.C. "When you tell your colleagues that you are not going to do something, they take you at your word, you break your word, you go do it, become the Speaker, you de facto already joined the NDP". (more...)
Russian Federation says its oil supplies to North Korea are negligible
- September 10, 2017
In an interview with Russia's TASS News Agency, Moon said , "Seoul will respond to it in the most decisive manner, particularly by toughening sanctions, increasing pressure and strengthening its own military capabilities". "The chance for sanctions to work is that playbook", Ruggiero said. Pyongyang should be persuaded - ideally by Beijing - to return to negotiations, and there is no shortage of inducements given the massive economic sanctions the North Korean people have endured over the ... (more...)
- September 10, 2017
In an interview with Russia's TASS News Agency, Moon said , "Seoul will respond to it in the most decisive manner, particularly by toughening sanctions, increasing pressure and strengthening its own military capabilities". "The chance for sanctions to work is that playbook", Ruggiero said. Pyongyang should be persuaded - ideally by Beijing - to return to negotiations, and there is no shortage of inducements given the massive economic sanctions the North Korean people have endured over the ... (more...)
Putin does not recognise North Korea's nuclear status
- September 10, 2017
This is likely to be the case, as the move makes South Korea's top of the line missiles broadly obsolete, and is meant to set the stage for a major new round of U.S. The U.S. military said the four remaining Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) batteries would be deployed on a golf course in the south of the country on Thursday. (more...)
- September 10, 2017
This is likely to be the case, as the move makes South Korea's top of the line missiles broadly obsolete, and is meant to set the stage for a major new round of U.S. The U.S. military said the four remaining Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) batteries would be deployed on a golf course in the south of the country on Thursday. (more...)
India recall pacers Umesh, Shami for Australian ODIs
- September 10, 2017
Australia are coming off what was a challenging Test series against Bangladesh which they somehow managed to level . But Smith hinted that this time around, there will be less spice. Chahal is there in the squad and Kuldeep Yadav who is a good bowler. "I think the one-day group has played spin pretty well for a while". Not sure that the ODI wickets will present quite as much as spin perhaps as some of the Test wickets. (more...)
- September 10, 2017
Australia are coming off what was a challenging Test series against Bangladesh which they somehow managed to level . But Smith hinted that this time around, there will be less spice. Chahal is there in the squad and Kuldeep Yadav who is a good bowler. "I think the one-day group has played spin pretty well for a while". Not sure that the ODI wickets will present quite as much as spin perhaps as some of the Test wickets. (more...)
Britain asks companies to publicly back Brexit strategy
- September 10, 2017
The Lords' Constitution Committee, responsible for examining all Public Bills, raised major concerns about the EU (Withdrawal) Bill , previously called the Repeal Bill. But a senior MP said the letter they were accused of backing had been "unacceptable" and was part of a plot to "undermine" attempts by Chancellor Philip Hammond to avoid a cliff-edge Brexit. (more...)
- September 10, 2017
The Lords' Constitution Committee, responsible for examining all Public Bills, raised major concerns about the EU (Withdrawal) Bill , previously called the Repeal Bill. But a senior MP said the letter they were accused of backing had been "unacceptable" and was part of a plot to "undermine" attempts by Chancellor Philip Hammond to avoid a cliff-edge Brexit. (more...)
South Korea braces for another possible missile test by the north
- September 10, 2017
Pyongyang's relentless pursuit of nuclear arms has raised tensions on the Korean Peninsula and beyond. South Korea says it expects another North Korea intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) launch "on September 9", according to the country's Prime Minister Lee Nak-yon. (more...)
- September 10, 2017
Pyongyang's relentless pursuit of nuclear arms has raised tensions on the Korean Peninsula and beyond. South Korea says it expects another North Korea intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) launch "on September 9", according to the country's Prime Minister Lee Nak-yon. (more...)
Plateau United deserved NPFL title - Akanni
- September 10, 2017
They definitely need a win, irrespective of what happens in the game involving second-placed MFM to lay their hands on a first ever NPFL title. The Jos club clinched the title on the last day of the season, after defeating immediate past champions Enugu Rangers 2-0 on Saturday. (more...)
- September 10, 2017
They definitely need a win, irrespective of what happens in the game involving second-placed MFM to lay their hands on a first ever NPFL title. The Jos club clinched the title on the last day of the season, after defeating immediate past champions Enugu Rangers 2-0 on Saturday. (more...)
Korea president says THAAD deployment inevitable but temporary
- September 10, 2017
South Korean President Moon Jae-in defended the government's decision to fully deploy the U.S. Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system here Friday, saying it was an inevitable decision to protect his people from evolving nuclear and missile provocations from North Korea. (more...)
- September 10, 2017
South Korean President Moon Jae-in defended the government's decision to fully deploy the U.S. Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system here Friday, saying it was an inevitable decision to protect his people from evolving nuclear and missile provocations from North Korea. (more...)
Putin on Trump: 'I am not his bride'
- September 10, 2017
The Russian leader also came out strongly against the USA actions against its consulates. But relations have been damaged by accusations from USA intelligence officials that Russian Federation sought to meddle in the presidential election. (more...)
- September 10, 2017
The Russian leader also came out strongly against the USA actions against its consulates. But relations have been damaged by accusations from USA intelligence officials that Russian Federation sought to meddle in the presidential election. (more...)
Smoke seen billowing from Russian Federation consulate Trump ordered closed
- September 10, 2017
In biting and sometimes caustic remarks, Russian President Vladimir Putin waded into Russia's diplomatic row with the United States on Tuesday, saying Moscow could further cut US diplomatic staffing in Russia and calling USA searches of a Russian consulate and other diplomatic properties "boorish". (more...)
- September 10, 2017
In biting and sometimes caustic remarks, Russian President Vladimir Putin waded into Russia's diplomatic row with the United States on Tuesday, saying Moscow could further cut US diplomatic staffing in Russia and calling USA searches of a Russian consulate and other diplomatic properties "boorish". (more...)
One Of Trump's Favorite Properties Is Right In Hurricane Irma's Path
- September 10, 2017
Referring to people in the Florida Keys who don't plan to evacuate, Long said , "You're on your own until we can actually get in there, and it's safe for our teams to support local and state efforts". Long said he has faith that Congress will move swiftly if there's a need for more money. "I think now, with what's happened with the hurricane, I'm going to ask for a speedup". (more...)
- September 10, 2017
Referring to people in the Florida Keys who don't plan to evacuate, Long said , "You're on your own until we can actually get in there, and it's safe for our teams to support local and state efforts". Long said he has faith that Congress will move swiftly if there's a need for more money. "I think now, with what's happened with the hurricane, I'm going to ask for a speedup". (more...)
Dybala switches focus to Barca after Chievo win
- September 10, 2017
The team known as the Flying Donkeys gave Juventus a helping hand when Perparim Hetemaj inadvertently headed Miralem Pjanic's free kick into his own goal at the near post after 17 minutes. Wojciech Szczesny, starting in place of Gianluigi Buffon, was called into action to keep out Ivan Radovanovic's low drive from a set-piece, before Pucciarelli was again involved, forcing the Poland keeper to his right as Chievo showed their threat in attack once more just prior to the break. (more...)
- September 10, 2017
The team known as the Flying Donkeys gave Juventus a helping hand when Perparim Hetemaj inadvertently headed Miralem Pjanic's free kick into his own goal at the near post after 17 minutes. Wojciech Szczesny, starting in place of Gianluigi Buffon, was called into action to keep out Ivan Radovanovic's low drive from a set-piece, before Pucciarelli was again involved, forcing the Poland keeper to his right as Chievo showed their threat in attack once more just prior to the break. (more...)
South Korea will deploy four additional missile defense system
- September 10, 2017
A THAAD battery normally consists of six launchers that can fire up to 48 interceptor missiles, but only two launchers been operational at the site, on a former golf course. It has also caused diplomatic rifts between South Korea and its neighbor China, which Seoul says imposed unofficial sanctions on it after deployment began, with Chinese tourist groups encouraged to boycott South Korea and Chinese consumers attacking Korean companies online. (more...)
- September 10, 2017
A THAAD battery normally consists of six launchers that can fire up to 48 interceptor missiles, but only two launchers been operational at the site, on a former golf course. It has also caused diplomatic rifts between South Korea and its neighbor China, which Seoul says imposed unofficial sanctions on it after deployment began, with Chinese tourist groups encouraged to boycott South Korea and Chinese consumers attacking Korean companies online. (more...)
South Korea expects North to launch ICBM on Saturday, prime minister says
- September 10, 2017
Moon also expressed regret over clashes between protesters and police that left dozens injured Thursday when the US military added the four launchers to the Terminal High-Altitude Area Defense System in rural Seongju. China has also been strongly against the deployment, arguing that the battery's presence undermines its security interests in the region. The federal government is considering how to evacuate the 200,000 Australians in north Asia should tensions with North Korea escalate into ... (more...)
- September 10, 2017
Moon also expressed regret over clashes between protesters and police that left dozens injured Thursday when the US military added the four launchers to the Terminal High-Altitude Area Defense System in rural Seongju. China has also been strongly against the deployment, arguing that the battery's presence undermines its security interests in the region. The federal government is considering how to evacuate the 200,000 Australians in north Asia should tensions with North Korea escalate into ... (more...)
CBI registers corruption case against Jayanthi Natarajan, searches her home
- September 10, 2017
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Saturday filed the first information report or FIR against former Environment Minister Jayanthi Natarajan . 2- The agency has registered its FIR against Natarajan, Umang Kejriwal, the then managing director of Electrosteel Casting Limited, and the company besides other unidentified persons. (more...)
- September 10, 2017
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Saturday filed the first information report or FIR against former Environment Minister Jayanthi Natarajan . 2- The agency has registered its FIR against Natarajan, Umang Kejriwal, the then managing director of Electrosteel Casting Limited, and the company besides other unidentified persons. (more...)
Korea to Deploy 4 Additional THAAD Launchers Thursday
- September 10, 2017
In April, 396 people filed an administrative suit against the provision of a former golf course in Seongju County, North Gyeongsang Province, to U.S. Forces Korea, claiming that it is a violation of the law on state-owned land. South Korea's Defense Ministry announced on September 7 that the deployment of a THAAD missile defense system has been completed. On Sunday, North Korea carried out its sixth and most powerful nuclear test in further defiance against worldwide pressure over its ... (more...)
- September 10, 2017
In April, 396 people filed an administrative suit against the provision of a former golf course in Seongju County, North Gyeongsang Province, to U.S. Forces Korea, claiming that it is a violation of the law on state-owned land. South Korea's Defense Ministry announced on September 7 that the deployment of a THAAD missile defense system has been completed. On Sunday, North Korea carried out its sixth and most powerful nuclear test in further defiance against worldwide pressure over its ... (more...)
S. Korea president says THAAD deployment inevitable but temporary
- September 10, 2017
But over the years, the military options have consistently been viewed as unworkable, owing to the sheer horror that would ensue if North Korea retaliated - as would be expected - by striking South Korea. Professor Kim said Mr Moon will seek to "pressure Russian Federation to use diplomatic efforts to defuse the situation on the Korean peninsula". Russian Federation is also a main importer of North Korean laborers. (more...)
- September 10, 2017
But over the years, the military options have consistently been viewed as unworkable, owing to the sheer horror that would ensue if North Korea retaliated - as would be expected - by striking South Korea. Professor Kim said Mr Moon will seek to "pressure Russian Federation to use diplomatic efforts to defuse the situation on the Korean peninsula". Russian Federation is also a main importer of North Korean laborers. (more...)
John McCain: 'Not conscionable' to deport 'Dreamers'
- September 10, 2017
McCain returned to Washington last week as the Senate returned from its summer break. And there's two ways of looking at these things, and one of them is to celebrate. "A lot of people want it to be the last", McCain quipped. He said, 'I always knew that no one could live forever, but I thought there might be one exception.' So you've got to have joy. (more...)
- September 10, 2017
McCain returned to Washington last week as the Senate returned from its summer break. And there's two ways of looking at these things, and one of them is to celebrate. "A lot of people want it to be the last", McCain quipped. He said, 'I always knew that no one could live forever, but I thought there might be one exception.' So you've got to have joy. (more...)
JNUSU elections: Voting percentage less than a year ago
- September 10, 2017
The united-Left supporters have already begun their celebrations. There are seven candidates are in the fray for President's post including Geeta Kumari from AISA-SFI-DSF alliance, Nidhi Tripathi from the ABVP, Aparajita Raja from AISF, Shabana Ali from BAPSA and M D Farooque Alam who is an independent candidate. (more...)
- September 10, 2017
The united-Left supporters have already begun their celebrations. There are seven candidates are in the fray for President's post including Geeta Kumari from AISA-SFI-DSF alliance, Nidhi Tripathi from the ABVP, Aparajita Raja from AISF, Shabana Ali from BAPSA and M D Farooque Alam who is an independent candidate. (more...)
Japan, South Korea push Putin over Pyongyang sanctions
- September 10, 2017
The Moon-Putin summit came amid growing concerns over North Korea's apparently evolving nuclear and missile capabilities. The announcement and North Korea's claim that it could mount the warhead on a missile dramatically upped the stakes in Pyongyang's standoff with the worldwide community over its banned weapons programmes. (more...)
- September 10, 2017
The Moon-Putin summit came amid growing concerns over North Korea's apparently evolving nuclear and missile capabilities. The announcement and North Korea's claim that it could mount the warhead on a missile dramatically upped the stakes in Pyongyang's standoff with the worldwide community over its banned weapons programmes. (more...)
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