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#EndorseThis: Jimmy Kimmel Calls Out Cassidy Over Health Bill "Scam"
- September 20, 2017
With this one, your child with a preexisting condition will get the care he needs-if, and only if, his father is Jimmy Kimmel . As ThinkProgress previously detailed , the bill allows states to allow insurers to discriminate against people with preexisting conditions, charging them more and possibly pricing them out of the market. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
With this one, your child with a preexisting condition will get the care he needs-if, and only if, his father is Jimmy Kimmel . As ThinkProgress previously detailed , the bill allows states to allow insurers to discriminate against people with preexisting conditions, charging them more and possibly pricing them out of the market. (more...)
NWS: Tropical storm watch canceled as Jose weakens
- September 20, 2017
According to the National Hurricane's latest advisory, Jose is expected to make a turn to the northeast early Tuesday and begin dumping 3 to 5 inches of rain on eastern Long Island at night. The Tropical Storm Watch has been canceled, as tropical storm force winds should remain offshore, a watch remains in effect for the adjacent coastal waters. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
According to the National Hurricane's latest advisory, Jose is expected to make a turn to the northeast early Tuesday and begin dumping 3 to 5 inches of rain on eastern Long Island at night. The Tropical Storm Watch has been canceled, as tropical storm force winds should remain offshore, a watch remains in effect for the adjacent coastal waters. (more...)
Nikki Haley: If US Defends Itself, 'North Korea Will Be Destroyed'
- September 20, 2017
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres addresses the 72nd session of the United Nations General Assembly at the UN headquarters in NY on September 19, 2017. For the first time, he will attend the annual United Nations General Assembly in NY, which brings together leaders of the 193 member nations for a week of meetings and speeches. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres addresses the 72nd session of the United Nations General Assembly at the UN headquarters in NY on September 19, 2017. For the first time, he will attend the annual United Nations General Assembly in NY, which brings together leaders of the 193 member nations for a week of meetings and speeches. (more...)
Donald Trump threatens to 'totally destroy' North Korea
- September 20, 2017
He said it was "far past time" for the world to confront Kim Jong Un , declaring that the North Korean leader's pursuit of nuclear weapons poses a threat to "the entire world with an unthinkable loss of human life". He previously used " Rocket Man " on Twitter Sunday. South Korea and the United States, and separately Russian Federation together with China, started military drills on Monday, in a show of force against North Korea. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
He said it was "far past time" for the world to confront Kim Jong Un , declaring that the North Korean leader's pursuit of nuclear weapons poses a threat to "the entire world with an unthinkable loss of human life". He previously used " Rocket Man " on Twitter Sunday. South Korea and the United States, and separately Russian Federation together with China, started military drills on Monday, in a show of force against North Korea. (more...)
United States lawmaker wants North Korea out of the UN
- September 20, 2017
Mattis also confirmed that he and his South Korean counterpart had recently discussed the possibility of putting US nuclear weapons back into South Korea, an option that has been raised publicly by some South Korean politicians. "I heard that the government would push back the date when it will deliver the humanitarian aid package", Defense Minister Song said. The missile flew over Hokkaido and successfully hit its target in the Pacific Ocean, KCNA said. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Mattis also confirmed that he and his South Korean counterpart had recently discussed the possibility of putting US nuclear weapons back into South Korea, an option that has been raised publicly by some South Korean politicians. "I heard that the government would push back the date when it will deliver the humanitarian aid package", Defense Minister Song said. The missile flew over Hokkaido and successfully hit its target in the Pacific Ocean, KCNA said. (more...)
China and Russian Federation begin naval drills near North Korea
- September 20, 2017
North Korea said on Saturday it aimed to reach an "equilibrium" of military force with the United States. Also during the briefing, McMaster was asked what Trump meant in a tweet about the early morning terror attack in London, when he claimed the perpetrators "were in the sights of Scotland Yard". (more...)
- September 20, 2017
North Korea said on Saturday it aimed to reach an "equilibrium" of military force with the United States. Also during the briefing, McMaster was asked what Trump meant in a tweet about the early morning terror attack in London, when he claimed the perpetrators "were in the sights of Scotland Yard". (more...)
Iran blasts Israel hostile remarks at UN Gen. Assembly
- September 20, 2017
Rouhani " expressed concern" about Trump's speech in the meeting with Abe, the Japanese official said without elaborating further. He also stated that Israel's partnership with India will create a number of opportunities for both the country and humanity. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Rouhani " expressed concern" about Trump's speech in the meeting with Abe, the Japanese official said without elaborating further. He also stated that Israel's partnership with India will create a number of opportunities for both the country and humanity. (more...)
Russian FM: "Russia interested in bringing ties with USA back to normal"
- September 20, 2017
The meeting between the two leaders took place at the Russian mission in NY ahead of the UN General Assembly, State Department Spokesperson Heather Nauert said. UN-sponsored talks are being held in Geneva in search of a political solution to end the Syrian civil war. Beyond his praise of Trump, Lavrov blamed the Obama administration for the breakdown of relations between the US and Russian Federation and chose to delicately sidestep Trump's threats to destroy North Korea if matters there ... (more...)
- September 20, 2017
The meeting between the two leaders took place at the Russian mission in NY ahead of the UN General Assembly, State Department Spokesperson Heather Nauert said. UN-sponsored talks are being held in Geneva in search of a political solution to end the Syrian civil war. Beyond his praise of Trump, Lavrov blamed the Obama administration for the breakdown of relations between the US and Russian Federation and chose to delicately sidestep Trump's threats to destroy North Korea if matters there ... (more...)
Missing British canoeist may have been 'snatched by pirates'
- September 20, 2017
Brazilian police are now reporting Ms Kelty was shot and killed by robbers - known locally as "water rats" - who then dumped her body in the river. A British woman who went missing while kayaking alone in the Amazon has died, the Foreign Office have said. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Brazilian police are now reporting Ms Kelty was shot and killed by robbers - known locally as "water rats" - who then dumped her body in the river. A British woman who went missing while kayaking alone in the Amazon has died, the Foreign Office have said. (more...)
M1 Traffic Brought To A Standstill After Suspicious Package Found
- September 20, 2017
The M1 was closed between junction 15 and 14 after the object was found under a bridge at around 7.30am, with police and fire services initially attending the scene. Police say chemical analysis of the substance they discovered is ongoing. The object does not contain an improvised explosive device and therefore there has been no controlled explosion. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
The M1 was closed between junction 15 and 14 after the object was found under a bridge at around 7.30am, with police and fire services initially attending the scene. Police say chemical analysis of the substance they discovered is ongoing. The object does not contain an improvised explosive device and therefore there has been no controlled explosion. (more...)
"Take Time to Tether" encouraging proper use of straps on auto seat
- September 20, 2017
Joseph Safety and Health Council. Driscoll Children's Hospital stepped up Tuesday to help those who lost everything in Hurricane Harvey, including their auto seats. Beer said safety seats expire, and they should not be used past their expiration date or if they were in a vehicle during an accident. Rear-facing seats should not be used in the front seat because of air bags. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Joseph Safety and Health Council. Driscoll Children's Hospital stepped up Tuesday to help those who lost everything in Hurricane Harvey, including their auto seats. Beer said safety seats expire, and they should not be used past their expiration date or if they were in a vehicle during an accident. Rear-facing seats should not be used in the front seat because of air bags. (more...)
Seeking To Deport Rohingya, India Tells Court Has Evidence Of Militant Links
- September 20, 2017
Mohammad Salimullah, one of the two Rohingya petitioners, said the authorities in New Delhi had always been helpful so he was hopeful the court would support the refugees. Many experts have questioned where India could send the Rohingyas. "The illegal influx of Rohingyas into India started in 2012-13 and inputs suggest links of some of the immigrants with Pak-based terror groups", it said further, as per the paper. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Mohammad Salimullah, one of the two Rohingya petitioners, said the authorities in New Delhi had always been helpful so he was hopeful the court would support the refugees. Many experts have questioned where India could send the Rohingyas. "The illegal influx of Rohingyas into India started in 2012-13 and inputs suggest links of some of the immigrants with Pak-based terror groups", it said further, as per the paper. (more...)
Trump urges United Nations to cut costs
- September 20, 2017
Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu will meet President Trump on Monday on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in NY. "The exiting of the United States from such an agreement would carry a high cost, meaning that subsequent to such an action by the United States of America, no one will trust America again", President Rouhani said in an interview with NBC before Trump's address to the United Nations General Assembly. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu will meet President Trump on Monday on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in NY. "The exiting of the United States from such an agreement would carry a high cost, meaning that subsequent to such an action by the United States of America, no one will trust America again", President Rouhani said in an interview with NBC before Trump's address to the United Nations General Assembly. (more...)
Israeli Leader Vows To Keep Iran From Establishing Military Bases In Syria
- September 20, 2017
The statement also urged the other parties to the agreement - Britain, China, Russia, France and Germany - to protect the deal in the event the United States backs out and to make clear in public and private that the United States would hurt its global standing if it were to reimpose nuclear-related sanctions on Iran . (more...)
- September 20, 2017
The statement also urged the other parties to the agreement - Britain, China, Russia, France and Germany - to protect the deal in the event the United States backs out and to make clear in public and private that the United States would hurt its global standing if it were to reimpose nuclear-related sanctions on Iran . (more...)
Theresa May will tell internet firms to tackle extremist content
- September 20, 2017
The Prime Minister, along with other world leaders, had also scheduled meetings with the likes of Facebook , Microsoft and Twitter where they would challenge social media networks and search engines on the removal of extremist material from their servers. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
The Prime Minister, along with other world leaders, had also scheduled meetings with the likes of Facebook , Microsoft and Twitter where they would challenge social media networks and search engines on the removal of extremist material from their servers. (more...)
Hillary Clinton slams President Trump's 'very dark, dangerous' United Nations speech
- September 20, 2017
The most interesting story was her hard relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin during her time as secretary of state under President Obama. Mrs Clinton accused the media of focusing too little on the alleged Russian hacking of the e-mails of her campaign leader John Podesta, claiming the cache was released to take attention away from an audio tape that revealed Mr Trump boasting in 2005 of his sexually aggressive tactics. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
The most interesting story was her hard relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin during her time as secretary of state under President Obama. Mrs Clinton accused the media of focusing too little on the alleged Russian hacking of the e-mails of her campaign leader John Podesta, claiming the cache was released to take attention away from an audio tape that revealed Mr Trump boasting in 2005 of his sexually aggressive tactics. (more...)
Rs 389 crore dam collapses in Bihar a day ahead inauguration
- September 20, 2017
After the canal collapsed, water entered into residential areas of National Thermal Power Corporation's (NTPC) station at Kahalgaon and other adjoining parts such as Siddharth Nagar and Kutahri Kali Sthan causing hardship to the residents. 14 crore but it got delayed by four decades during which the cost of the project increased manifold. The project would serve 27,603 hectares of land, 22,716 of which would be in Bihar. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
After the canal collapsed, water entered into residential areas of National Thermal Power Corporation's (NTPC) station at Kahalgaon and other adjoining parts such as Siddharth Nagar and Kutahri Kali Sthan causing hardship to the residents. 14 crore but it got delayed by four decades during which the cost of the project increased manifold. The project would serve 27,603 hectares of land, 22,716 of which would be in Bihar. (more...)
United Kingdom to end training for Myanmar military amid Rohingya crisis
- September 20, 2017
Abdullah Al Rabeeah, adviser at the Royal Court and general supervisor of the King Salman Center for Relief and Humanitarian Work, said that King Salman has allocated US$15 million to ease the suffering of Rohingya fleeing Myanmar amid a military crackdown. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Abdullah Al Rabeeah, adviser at the Royal Court and general supervisor of the King Salman Center for Relief and Humanitarian Work, said that King Salman has allocated US$15 million to ease the suffering of Rohingya fleeing Myanmar amid a military crackdown. (more...)
Catalonia referendum: Spanish police target Catalan government
- September 20, 2017
Spain's Europa Press news agency and other media outlets said the raids Wednesday mostly targeted the region's economic and foreign departments as Spanish authorities worked to halt all preparatory moves for the planned October 1referendum. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
Spain's Europa Press news agency and other media outlets said the raids Wednesday mostly targeted the region's economic and foreign departments as Spanish authorities worked to halt all preparatory moves for the planned October 1referendum. (more...)
If threatened, US will 'totally destroy' North Korea
- September 20, 2017
The American leader said Iran was a "corrupt dictatorship" which was intent on destabilising the Middle East. Trump called the 2015 Iran nuclear deal negotiated by former President Barack Obama an embarrassment and hinted that he may not recertify the agreement when it comes up for a mid-October deadline. (more...)
- September 20, 2017
The American leader said Iran was a "corrupt dictatorship" which was intent on destabilising the Middle East. Trump called the 2015 Iran nuclear deal negotiated by former President Barack Obama an embarrassment and hinted that he may not recertify the agreement when it comes up for a mid-October deadline. (more...)
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