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5 of dead in NYC attack from Argentina
- November 03, 2017
Heartbreakingly, a number of the men killed were carrying souvenirs that they had meant to bring back to their families. The 29-year-old driver, named by insiders as Sayfullo Habibullaevic Saipov , entered the bicycle path at Houston St at 3.05pm (local time) and drove downtown, knocking down victims before smashing into a school bus at Chambers St. (more...)
- November 03, 2017
Heartbreakingly, a number of the men killed were carrying souvenirs that they had meant to bring back to their families. The 29-year-old driver, named by insiders as Sayfullo Habibullaevic Saipov , entered the bicycle path at Houston St at 3.05pm (local time) and drove downtown, knocking down victims before smashing into a school bus at Chambers St. (more...)
Rick Perry claims fossil fuels can prevent rape in Africa
- November 03, 2017
The former Texas governor brought up sexual assault while describing a recent trip to Africa , where he was told "people are dying" because they lack access to energy, according to a transcription by The Hill newspaper. I can't imagine some girl in an "African village" using that as she describes conditions in her village to Perry. In fact, the whole story stinks of "my black friend", but I have other posts to write, so I'm going to leave it at that. (more...)
- November 03, 2017
The former Texas governor brought up sexual assault while describing a recent trip to Africa , where he was told "people are dying" because they lack access to energy, according to a transcription by The Hill newspaper. I can't imagine some girl in an "African village" using that as she describes conditions in her village to Perry. In fact, the whole story stinks of "my black friend", but I have other posts to write, so I'm going to leave it at that. (more...)
Ex-Trump aides due back in court following indictment
- November 03, 2017
Manafort is a serious risk to simply up and leave his wife of nearly 40 years, his two daughters, and his grandchildren, so that he can live the rest of his life on the lam", it said. "Although it might be surprising to some, it is perfectly permissible to have more than one US passport, as individuals who travel overseas extensively no doubt know". (more...)
- November 03, 2017
Manafort is a serious risk to simply up and leave his wife of nearly 40 years, his two daughters, and his grandchildren, so that he can live the rest of his life on the lam", it said. "Although it might be surprising to some, it is perfectly permissible to have more than one US passport, as individuals who travel overseas extensively no doubt know". (more...)
White House was unaware top adviser testified before grand jury
- November 03, 2017
Sessions, however, did attend, and he and Papadopoulos sat next to each other, according to the source who was in the room. Candidate Donald Trump did not dismiss the idea of arranging a meeting with Russia's president when it was suggested in a meeting with his campaign foreign policy advisers past year, according to a person in the room. (more...)
- November 03, 2017
Sessions, however, did attend, and he and Papadopoulos sat next to each other, according to the source who was in the room. Candidate Donald Trump did not dismiss the idea of arranging a meeting with Russia's president when it was suggested in a meeting with his campaign foreign policy advisers past year, according to a person in the room. (more...)
Jinnah's daughter Dina Wadia dies at 98
- November 03, 2017
Dina Wadia was born on August 15, 1919. PPP leader Naz Baloch shared an iconic picture of Dina with her father Mohammad Ali Jinnah and aunt Fatima Jinnah. "May his [Jinnah's] dream for Pakistan come true", she wrote in the visitor's book at the Quaid-e-Azam mausoleum in Karachi. In the early 1990s, Dina staked her claim to Jinnah House, the grand mansion in Malabar Hill where she grew up, and which the government considered to be "evacuee property'". (more...)
- November 03, 2017
Dina Wadia was born on August 15, 1919. PPP leader Naz Baloch shared an iconic picture of Dina with her father Mohammad Ali Jinnah and aunt Fatima Jinnah. "May his [Jinnah's] dream for Pakistan come true", she wrote in the visitor's book at the Quaid-e-Azam mausoleum in Karachi. In the early 1990s, Dina staked her claim to Jinnah House, the grand mansion in Malabar Hill where she grew up, and which the government considered to be "evacuee property'". (more...)
Police investigate detonation at UNC, suspicious package in Carrboro
- November 03, 2017
Davie Poplar is a well-known campus landmark. Video footage appears to show a small explosion at the base of the tree. The fire at the tree was put out, WRAL reported. That prompted the bomb squad to check out a auto parked in a public lot in Carrboro out of an abundance of caution. If it's really a bomb or something, it could go off at any time. (more...)
- November 03, 2017
Davie Poplar is a well-known campus landmark. Video footage appears to show a small explosion at the base of the tree. The fire at the tree was put out, WRAL reported. That prompted the bomb squad to check out a auto parked in a public lot in Carrboro out of an abundance of caution. If it's really a bomb or something, it could go off at any time. (more...)
President Trump's Twitter Account Disappears Briefly
- November 03, 2017
The message that surfaced on Trump's account, however, isn't the one that typically surfaces when an account is suspended. Searches for his account said the page didn't exist for a short period of time. About half an hour earlier, Mr Trump had tweeted a video about the nomination of Jerome Powell to be the next chairman of the Federal Reserve. This is a developing story . (more...)
- November 03, 2017
The message that surfaced on Trump's account, however, isn't the one that typically surfaces when an account is suspended. Searches for his account said the page didn't exist for a short period of time. About half an hour earlier, Mr Trump had tweeted a video about the nomination of Jerome Powell to be the next chairman of the Federal Reserve. This is a developing story . (more...)
I was raped at a Labour party event, says activist
- November 03, 2017
Writer and academic Kate Maltby said Cabinet minister Damian Green "fleetingly" touched her knee in 2015 and later sent her a "suggestive" text after she was pictured wearing a corset in a newspaper. "I will be operating a zero-tolerance approach towards anyone I see being disrespectful towards anyone who is courageous enough to come forward - and I'm sure there will be many more". (more...)
- November 03, 2017
Writer and academic Kate Maltby said Cabinet minister Damian Green "fleetingly" touched her knee in 2015 and later sent her a "suggestive" text after she was pictured wearing a corset in a newspaper. "I will be operating a zero-tolerance approach towards anyone I see being disrespectful towards anyone who is courageous enough to come forward - and I'm sure there will be many more". (more...)
Pope Francis admits he falls asleep sometimes while praying
- November 03, 2017
The letter and the writer's subsequent departure as a longtime top adviser to the bishops are the latest salvos in a struggle that pits traditionalists such as Weinandy against those who appreciate what they perceive as Francis' more welcoming approach - especially on such controversial topics as homosexuality. (more...)
- November 03, 2017
The letter and the writer's subsequent departure as a longtime top adviser to the bishops are the latest salvos in a struggle that pits traditionalists such as Weinandy against those who appreciate what they perceive as Francis' more welcoming approach - especially on such controversial topics as homosexuality. (more...)
Robert Mercer to Step Down as Co-Chief of Renaissance Technologies
- November 03, 2017
Mercer, who was only revealed to be an owner of Breitbart , the alt-right publication, in February, plans to sell his ownership stake to his daughters . "Discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, creed, or anything of that sort is abhorrent to me". "But Mercer said Yiannopoulos has 'caused pain and divisiveness undermining the open and productive discourse that I had hoped to facilitate". (more...)
- November 03, 2017
Mercer, who was only revealed to be an owner of Breitbart , the alt-right publication, in February, plans to sell his ownership stake to his daughters . "Discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, creed, or anything of that sort is abhorrent to me". "But Mercer said Yiannopoulos has 'caused pain and divisiveness undermining the open and productive discourse that I had hoped to facilitate". (more...)
USA affirms tariffs on Canadian softwood lumber imports
- November 03, 2017
The aid came after the U.S. first slapped hefty tariffs on the import of Canadian softwood lumber in April. Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland and Natural Resources Minister Jim Carr called the punitive duties "unfair, unwarranted and deeply troubling". (more...)
- November 03, 2017
The aid came after the U.S. first slapped hefty tariffs on the import of Canadian softwood lumber in April. Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland and Natural Resources Minister Jim Carr called the punitive duties "unfair, unwarranted and deeply troubling". (more...)
Ivanka Trump's dilemma: Trump reportedly blames Jared Kushner for the Mueller probe
- November 03, 2017
Kushner voluntarily turned over documents he had from the campaign and the transition, and these related to any contacts with Russian Federation, according to a source familiar with the matter. Jared Kushner voluntarily handed over documents just days after former Donald Trump campaign advisors were indicted. You can't go any lower. "I'm only saying publicly what everyone says behind the scenes at Fox News, in conservative media, and the Senate and Congress". (more...)
- November 03, 2017
Kushner voluntarily turned over documents he had from the campaign and the transition, and these related to any contacts with Russian Federation, according to a source familiar with the matter. Jared Kushner voluntarily handed over documents just days after former Donald Trump campaign advisors were indicted. You can't go any lower. "I'm only saying publicly what everyone says behind the scenes at Fox News, in conservative media, and the Senate and Congress". (more...)
Ex-police chief accused of hate crime to go home
- November 02, 2017
According to a criminal complaint against Frank Nucera Jr ., who resigned in January, the former chief espoused violence toward African-Americans, using the N-word and other epithets. But it wasn't until federal officials investigated a 2016 incident in which Nucera reportedly beat a handcuffed African American teenager that three years of the chief's discriminatory policies and racist behavior came to light, federal officials said. (more...)
- November 02, 2017
According to a criminal complaint against Frank Nucera Jr ., who resigned in January, the former chief espoused violence toward African-Americans, using the N-word and other epithets. But it wasn't until federal officials investigated a 2016 incident in which Nucera reportedly beat a handcuffed African American teenager that three years of the chief's discriminatory policies and racist behavior came to light, federal officials said. (more...)
Massachusetts Stalls on Making Move to Stop Setting Clocks Back
- November 02, 2017
Sunday, Nov. 5 - setting the clocks back one hour. However, any State can opt out of Daylight Saving Time by passing a State law. It said that MA should not act alone and should make the move only in coordination with other states in the region. (more...)
- November 02, 2017
Sunday, Nov. 5 - setting the clocks back one hour. However, any State can opt out of Daylight Saving Time by passing a State law. It said that MA should not act alone and should make the move only in coordination with other states in the region. (more...)
Policeman dies of stabbing wound by suspected Islamist radical
- November 02, 2017
Another policeman injured in the same attack was also taken to hospital. "For us, this campaign is successful considering the number of people arrested", added Riahi. Outside one of the entrances to parliament, bloodstains were visible at the site of the attack, which was cordoned off by police. Tunisia has struggled with Islamic extremism since protesters overthrew their longtime authoritarian leader in 2011 and established a fragile democracy. (more...)
- November 02, 2017
Another policeman injured in the same attack was also taken to hospital. "For us, this campaign is successful considering the number of people arrested", added Riahi. Outside one of the entrances to parliament, bloodstains were visible at the site of the attack, which was cordoned off by police. Tunisia has struggled with Islamic extremism since protesters overthrew their longtime authoritarian leader in 2011 and established a fragile democracy. (more...)
Granite State runner prepares for NYC Marathon following terror attack
- November 02, 2017
Andrew Cuomo said at a Wednesday morning news conference. But despite a shaken public, the TCS New York City Marathon will begin as planned on 5 November, when more than 50,000 participants will begin streaming over the long road bridge that connects Staten Island to Brooklyn, at 8.30am. (more...)
- November 02, 2017
Andrew Cuomo said at a Wednesday morning news conference. But despite a shaken public, the TCS New York City Marathon will begin as planned on 5 November, when more than 50,000 participants will begin streaming over the long road bridge that connects Staten Island to Brooklyn, at 8.30am. (more...)
Could Trump send the NY terror suspect to Guantanamo?
- November 02, 2017
Mr Trump said today he was "going to ask Congress to immediately initiate to get rid" of the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program , also known as the green card lottery. "We have to get tougher, smarter and much less politically correct". Trump called for "quicker and stronger" justice for terrorists. The President added that the ISIS-inspired attacker from Uzbekistan was the "point of contact for 23 people" that entered the U.S. (more...)
- November 02, 2017
Mr Trump said today he was "going to ask Congress to immediately initiate to get rid" of the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program , also known as the green card lottery. "We have to get tougher, smarter and much less politically correct". Trump called for "quicker and stronger" justice for terrorists. The President added that the ISIS-inspired attacker from Uzbekistan was the "point of contact for 23 people" that entered the U.S. (more...)
NYC truck attack: How terrorism has become more simple, independent since 9/11
- November 02, 2017
Meanwhile, the Federal Bureau of Investigation is questioning a second Uzbek man. Trump repeated his call for the death penalty , but experts say he may be hurting the chances Saipov will receive that sentence. Saipov legally emigrated from Uzbekistan , a former Soviet republic and predominantly Sunni Muslim nation north of Afghanistan that is estimated to have produced hundreds if not thousands of supporters for the Islamic State group and other extremist organizations in Syria, Iraq and ... (more...)
- November 02, 2017
Meanwhile, the Federal Bureau of Investigation is questioning a second Uzbek man. Trump repeated his call for the death penalty , but experts say he may be hurting the chances Saipov will receive that sentence. Saipov legally emigrated from Uzbekistan , a former Soviet republic and predominantly Sunni Muslim nation north of Afghanistan that is estimated to have produced hundreds if not thousands of supporters for the Islamic State group and other extremist organizations in Syria, Iraq and ... (more...)
Tax reform bill could be a huge boon for start-up employees
- November 02, 2017
The legislation creates a new "family credit" that bumps the child tax credit from $1,000 to $1,600. -Hedge funds, doctors and lawyers: Many wealthy Americans hedge fund managers, doctors, lawyers and consultants will get a sizable discount on their taxes. (more...)
- November 02, 2017
The legislation creates a new "family credit" that bumps the child tax credit from $1,000 to $1,600. -Hedge funds, doctors and lawyers: Many wealthy Americans hedge fund managers, doctors, lawyers and consultants will get a sizable discount on their taxes. (more...)
Trump campaign gave feds the goods on Papadopoulos, says White House
- November 02, 2017
Papadopoulos lied to Federal Bureau of Investigation agents about his attempts to arrange meetings between Russian agents, and even Russian President Vladimir Putin, and top officials in the Trump campaign. All of the charges fell short of implicating Mr. Trump or campaign officials in conspiring with Russian Federation to affect the outcome of the election. (more...)
- November 02, 2017
Papadopoulos lied to Federal Bureau of Investigation agents about his attempts to arrange meetings between Russian agents, and even Russian President Vladimir Putin, and top officials in the Trump campaign. All of the charges fell short of implicating Mr. Trump or campaign officials in conspiring with Russian Federation to affect the outcome of the election. (more...)
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