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Group Opens Doors Of Trump's Childhood Home To Refugees
- September 20, 2017
White House officials refused to acknowledge a study by the Department of Health and Human Services that highlighted the economic benefits of bringing in refugees and concluded that refugees have brought in $63 billion more in government revenue over the past decade than they have cost. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
White House officials refused to acknowledge a study by the Department of Health and Human Services that highlighted the economic benefits of bringing in refugees and concluded that refugees have brought in $63 billion more in government revenue over the past decade than they have cost. (more...)
Sean Spicer on his surprise Emmys appearance: "It's an honor"
- September 20, 2017
Speaking to The New York Times less than a day after his much-criticized Emmys appearance , Spicer said he regrets that he yelled at reporters about the size of the crowd at Trump's inauguration during his first official appearance in the White House briefing room. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Speaking to The New York Times less than a day after his much-criticized Emmys appearance , Spicer said he regrets that he yelled at reporters about the size of the crowd at Trump's inauguration during his first official appearance in the White House briefing room. (more...)
United Nations envoy slams North Korea's 'reckless' behavior
- September 20, 2017
She added that the UN Security Council has run out of options on containing North Korea's nuclear programme - and the U.S. may now turn to the Pentagon. Haley who made the comments after a UN Security Council meeting, also informed that the United States and its allies will defend themselves against any attack by North Korea. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
She added that the UN Security Council has run out of options on containing North Korea's nuclear programme - and the U.S. may now turn to the Pentagon. Haley who made the comments after a UN Security Council meeting, also informed that the United States and its allies will defend themselves against any attack by North Korea. (more...)
Hurricane Marie Threatens Some Caribbean Islands Hit by Irma
- September 20, 2017
Maximum sustained winds are near 65 miles per hour with higher gusts. They include Antigua, Barbuda , St. Kitts, Nevis, Montserrat, Guadeloupe, Dominica , Saba, St. Tropical Storm Lee is forecast to fizzle as it approaches the central Atlantic. On the forecast track, the center of Jose was forecast to pass well offshore of the Delmarva peninsula tonight and Tuesday , and pass well to the east of the New Jersey coast on Wednesday . (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Maximum sustained winds are near 65 miles per hour with higher gusts. They include Antigua, Barbuda , St. Kitts, Nevis, Montserrat, Guadeloupe, Dominica , Saba, St. Tropical Storm Lee is forecast to fizzle as it approaches the central Atlantic. On the forecast track, the center of Jose was forecast to pass well offshore of the Delmarva peninsula tonight and Tuesday , and pass well to the east of the New Jersey coast on Wednesday . (more...)
Toward bipartisan tax reform
- September 20, 2017
Meanwhile West Wing officials told the Daily Beast Trump has been upbeat and they couldn't remember a time when he was this "pleased" for a sustained, consecutive number of days while in office. Small businesses, the backbone of our economy, don't have the same luxuries multi-national companies do. Almost 70 percent of the benefits would go to households with incomes over $1 million, according to the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, a left-leaning think tank. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Meanwhile West Wing officials told the Daily Beast Trump has been upbeat and they couldn't remember a time when he was this "pleased" for a sustained, consecutive number of days while in office. Small businesses, the backbone of our economy, don't have the same luxuries multi-national companies do. Almost 70 percent of the benefits would go to households with incomes over $1 million, according to the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, a left-leaning think tank. (more...)
We ended politics of caste and nepotism, claims Yogi Adityanath
- September 20, 2017
He said that in the past six months, his government had addressed 34 lakh complaints which indicated the kind of work that had been done by previous government. He also claimed to have started a system of providing tube well connection to every single farmer in the state and solar pumps to lift the burden of electricity bills from the shoulders of farmers. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
He said that in the past six months, his government had addressed 34 lakh complaints which indicated the kind of work that had been done by previous government. He also claimed to have started a system of providing tube well connection to every single farmer in the state and solar pumps to lift the burden of electricity bills from the shoulders of farmers. (more...)
Mattis hints at secret 'kinetic' military options for North Korea
- September 20, 2017
But with two recently launched North Korean missiles flying over northern Japan , the potential for having to consider a shoot-down without a direct threat remains very real, according to one senior defense official. The US said it conducted the new military exercise with the South in response to the North's recent missile and nuclear tests, said the source. Military options against North Korea have always raised fears about the vulnerability of Seoul, which analysts believe would be ... (more...)
- September 20, 2017
But with two recently launched North Korean missiles flying over northern Japan , the potential for having to consider a shoot-down without a direct threat remains very real, according to one senior defense official. The US said it conducted the new military exercise with the South in response to the North's recent missile and nuclear tests, said the source. Military options against North Korea have always raised fears about the vulnerability of Seoul, which analysts believe would be ... (more...)
Trump talks up peace prospects with Netanyahu at United Nations meeting
- September 20, 2017
General Assembly in NY. Stressing Israel's view that any future peace process must take on a regional character, Netanyahu told Trump, "As you said , we will discuss the ways we can seize the opportunity for peace between Israel and the Palestinians and Israel and the Arab world". (more...)
- September 20, 2017
General Assembly in NY. Stressing Israel's view that any future peace process must take on a regional character, Netanyahu told Trump, "As you said , we will discuss the ways we can seize the opportunity for peace between Israel and the Palestinians and Israel and the Arab world". (more...)
Aston Martin Could Be Red Bull's Title Sponsor In 2018
- September 20, 2017
After a successful run at this year's 24 Hours of Le Mans , Aston Martin is looking to further its involvement in motorsport. Aston Martin, a 104-year-old firm whose road cars have become closely associated with fictional British secret agent James Bond, last competed in Formula One in 1960. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
After a successful run at this year's 24 Hours of Le Mans , Aston Martin is looking to further its involvement in motorsport. Aston Martin, a 104-year-old firm whose road cars have become closely associated with fictional British secret agent James Bond, last competed in Formula One in 1960. (more...)
Vermont AG seeks documents from opioid manufacturers and distributors
- September 19, 2017
Through the bipartisan coalition, chief legal officers across the 41 states will pool resources to determine whether some the companies engaged in any unlawful practices in the marketing and distribution of prescription drugs. A state drug task force recently reported the number of opioid deaths in Wisconsin has gone from about 50 in 1999 to close to 400 in 2015. Kentucky Attorney General Andy Beshear, co-leader with Morrisey on the initiative, said attorneys general want to join others to ... (more...)
- September 19, 2017
Through the bipartisan coalition, chief legal officers across the 41 states will pool resources to determine whether some the companies engaged in any unlawful practices in the marketing and distribution of prescription drugs. A state drug task force recently reported the number of opioid deaths in Wisconsin has gone from about 50 in 1999 to close to 400 in 2015. Kentucky Attorney General Andy Beshear, co-leader with Morrisey on the initiative, said attorneys general want to join others to ... (more...)
ACWA Consortium Wins $3.8 Billion Dubai Solar Park Project
- September 19, 2017
The contract was awarded to a consortium of China's Shanghai Electric and Saudi Arabia's ACWA Power , who bid a Levelized Cost of Electricity of 7.3 USA cents per kilowatt hour-a record low price for concentrated solar power (CSP). Employees walk past solar panels at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum Solar Park on March 20, 2017, in Dubai . "The implementation of the world's largest concentrated solar energy project underlines the United Arab Emirate's leadership on the world stage in ... (more...)
- September 19, 2017
The contract was awarded to a consortium of China's Shanghai Electric and Saudi Arabia's ACWA Power , who bid a Levelized Cost of Electricity of 7.3 USA cents per kilowatt hour-a record low price for concentrated solar power (CSP). Employees walk past solar panels at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum Solar Park on March 20, 2017, in Dubai . "The implementation of the world's largest concentrated solar energy project underlines the United Arab Emirate's leadership on the world stage in ... (more...)
Netanyahu, Egypt's Sissi Hold Talks on Regional Turmoil
- September 19, 2017
Taking place on Monday evening, the meeting lasted for some 90 minutes, and is the first ever public conference between them after their secret summit in 2016. During the meeting, which held at his residence in NY, the president stressed the government's commitment to continue its work to establish a modern civil state based on upholding the rule of law and the values of democracy. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
Taking place on Monday evening, the meeting lasted for some 90 minutes, and is the first ever public conference between them after their secret summit in 2016. During the meeting, which held at his residence in NY, the president stressed the government's commitment to continue its work to establish a modern civil state based on upholding the rule of law and the values of democracy. (more...)
RBI Considering to Introduce its Own Cryptocurrency Similar to Bitcoin
- September 19, 2017
The worldwide value of Bitcoin has plunged in recent days amid speculation that Chinese authorities would shut down the trading platforms following a ban on initial coin offerings (ICOs) earlier in the month. There are new reports that the central government is planning on banning all bitcoin trading, not just through bitcoin exchanges but also peer-to-peer trading between individuals. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
The worldwide value of Bitcoin has plunged in recent days amid speculation that Chinese authorities would shut down the trading platforms following a ban on initial coin offerings (ICOs) earlier in the month. There are new reports that the central government is planning on banning all bitcoin trading, not just through bitcoin exchanges but also peer-to-peer trading between individuals. (more...)
Hurricane Jose could bring strong winds, rain to Big Apple
- September 19, 2017
Unsafe surfs and rip currents are also expected in the outer boroughs as Hurricane Jose's track moves roughly 80 miles southeast of Long Island, according to the National Hurricane Center. According to meteorologists, Jose will likely bring tropical storm force winds, coastal flooding and heavy rainfall. The Ocean City Beach Patrol is urging people to stay out of the water due to the presence of strong rip currents. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
Unsafe surfs and rip currents are also expected in the outer boroughs as Hurricane Jose's track moves roughly 80 miles southeast of Long Island, according to the National Hurricane Center. According to meteorologists, Jose will likely bring tropical storm force winds, coastal flooding and heavy rainfall. The Ocean City Beach Patrol is urging people to stay out of the water due to the presence of strong rip currents. (more...)
Mark-Viverito arrested during protest at Trump Tower
- September 19, 2017
City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito was with the House members and about a dozen protesters from the immigrant activist group Make the Road New York who sat in the street blocking traffic at Fifth Avenue at East 57th Street. "We're taking the necessary steps to make it clear to President Trump, the Republicans and the Democrats that we will continue this peaceful fight for DREAMers and immigrants as long as it takes to enact legislation and put DREAMers in a safe place", Gutiérrez said ... (more...)
- September 19, 2017
City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito was with the House members and about a dozen protesters from the immigrant activist group Make the Road New York who sat in the street blocking traffic at Fifth Avenue at East 57th Street. "We're taking the necessary steps to make it clear to President Trump, the Republicans and the Democrats that we will continue this peaceful fight for DREAMers and immigrants as long as it takes to enact legislation and put DREAMers in a safe place", Gutiérrez said ... (more...)
III hazing incident results in felony charges for 5 players
- September 19, 2017
The Wheaton Police Department earlier this year refused to release records on the incident to the newspaper, but the Tribune obtained the victim's statement alleging how his teammates forced their way into the 19-year-old's dorm room on March 19, 2016, punched the student and wrapped his legs and wrists in duct tape, despite his telling them to stop. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
The Wheaton Police Department earlier this year refused to release records on the incident to the newspaper, but the Tribune obtained the victim's statement alleging how his teammates forced their way into the 19-year-old's dorm room on March 19, 2016, punched the student and wrapped his legs and wrists in duct tape, despite his telling them to stop. (more...)
Haley: "North Korea Will Be Destroyed" If They Keep Up Irresponsible Behavior
- September 19, 2017
Beijing has earlier said the key to North Korea nuclear crisis is conflict between Washington and Pyongyang, and urged the USA to work towards resolving it. Several Pentagon officials say Mattis was not signaling that tactical nuclear weapons are likely to be placed in South Korea. Haley and Feinstein spoke on CNN's "State of the Union," McMaster appeared on ABC's "This Week" and "Fox News Sunday" and Tillerson was on CBS' " Face the Nation ". (more...)
- September 19, 2017
Beijing has earlier said the key to North Korea nuclear crisis is conflict between Washington and Pyongyang, and urged the USA to work towards resolving it. Several Pentagon officials say Mattis was not signaling that tactical nuclear weapons are likely to be placed in South Korea. Haley and Feinstein spoke on CNN's "State of the Union," McMaster appeared on ABC's "This Week" and "Fox News Sunday" and Tillerson was on CBS' " Face the Nation ". (more...)
Woman shot, killed sleeping boyfriend before dismembering body
- September 19, 2017
Sutton's 10-year-old daughter was reportedly inside the apartment when she killed the victim. KHOU reports Sutton was found by police on September 14 in an apartment complex and was taken into custody. The U.S. Marshals Service found her at an apartment in the 2200 block of Cleary Avenue in Metairie late Thursday night, an arrest report said. Coleman's friend, Dominique Clark, told ABC that Sutton had the mind of a "devil" who tried to play an innocent victim after reportedly murdering ... (more...)
- September 19, 2017
Sutton's 10-year-old daughter was reportedly inside the apartment when she killed the victim. KHOU reports Sutton was found by police on September 14 in an apartment complex and was taken into custody. The U.S. Marshals Service found her at an apartment in the 2200 block of Cleary Avenue in Metairie late Thursday night, an arrest report said. Coleman's friend, Dominique Clark, told ABC that Sutton had the mind of a "devil" who tried to play an innocent victim after reportedly murdering ... (more...)
Germany's far right AfD calls for Merkel to be 'severely punished'
- September 19, 2017
With practically all German parties paying campaign money to Google, Facebook and Twitter, this is the first time that USA internet companies are playing such a central role during the German election . One day it's about campaigning for social justice, another it's about improving education, all of which are noble themes. The latest ARD-DeutschlandTrend poll gives the SPD 20 percent. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
With practically all German parties paying campaign money to Google, Facebook and Twitter, this is the first time that USA internet companies are playing such a central role during the German election . One day it's about campaigning for social justice, another it's about improving education, all of which are noble themes. The latest ARD-DeutschlandTrend poll gives the SPD 20 percent. (more...)
Hurricane Maria regains strength after battering Dominica
- September 19, 2017
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) - Hurricane Maria grew into an extremely unsafe Category 5 storm Monday as it barreled toward a potentially devastating collision with islands in the eastern Caribbean, and forecasters warned it was likely to become even stronger. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) - Hurricane Maria grew into an extremely unsafe Category 5 storm Monday as it barreled toward a potentially devastating collision with islands in the eastern Caribbean, and forecasters warned it was likely to become even stronger. (more...)
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