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United States slaps 5 Russians with sanctions over human rights
- December 20, 2017
Russian fury over the ever-tightening vice of US and global sanctions has undermined US President Donald Trump's stated hopes for warmer ties with Putin's Kremlin, and Wednesday's sanctions are expected to trigger another round of anger from Moscow's power players. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Russian fury over the ever-tightening vice of US and global sanctions has undermined US President Donald Trump's stated hopes for warmer ties with Putin's Kremlin, and Wednesday's sanctions are expected to trigger another round of anger from Moscow's power players. (more...)
Trudeau broke ethics rules while on vacation, watchdog finds
- December 20, 2017
Trudeau was due to make a statement later in the afternoon. Trudeau said he was sorry he didn't clear his vacation with the ethics commissioner and said he would in the future. However, Trudeau did not discuss any parliamentary business with the Aga Khan or his representatives, the report said. Trudeau later stumbled over his words and looked flustered when asked by a reporter why it didn't occur to him that his vacation might not be OK. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Trudeau was due to make a statement later in the afternoon. Trudeau said he was sorry he didn't clear his vacation with the ethics commissioner and said he would in the future. However, Trudeau did not discuss any parliamentary business with the Aga Khan or his representatives, the report said. Trudeau later stumbled over his words and looked flustered when asked by a reporter why it didn't occur to him that his vacation might not be OK. (more...)
Idaho mulls funding if CHIP ends
- December 20, 2017
Funding for the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP ), which helps 9 million children in the USA get low-priced insurance if their parents earn too much income to qualify for Medicaid, was due to be reauthorized in early October. Jonathan Miller, the division chief for general pediatrics at the hospital. Carnes said this program is one thing Alabama has been able to brag about for 20 years. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Funding for the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP ), which helps 9 million children in the USA get low-priced insurance if their parents earn too much income to qualify for Medicaid, was due to be reauthorized in early October. Jonathan Miller, the division chief for general pediatrics at the hospital. Carnes said this program is one thing Alabama has been able to brag about for 20 years. (more...)
Census: NY population up only 0.07% from 2016 to 2017
- December 20, 2017
IL shrank by 33,700 people from July 2016 to July 2017, the worst decline of any state in the U.S.in raw terms. Population Estimates Branch Chief Luke Rogers says domestic migration is the main driver in Idaho's increase. Massachusetts' population grew at a slightly faster clip, with an increase of 0.5% or roughly 36,000 residents. In 2017, 38.0 percent of the nation's population lived in the South and 23.8 percent lived in the West. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
IL shrank by 33,700 people from July 2016 to July 2017, the worst decline of any state in the U.S.in raw terms. Population Estimates Branch Chief Luke Rogers says domestic migration is the main driver in Idaho's increase. Massachusetts' population grew at a slightly faster clip, with an increase of 0.5% or roughly 36,000 residents. In 2017, 38.0 percent of the nation's population lived in the South and 23.8 percent lived in the West. (more...)
Six seats in Gujarat decided by less than 1000 votes
- December 20, 2017
There are as many as four constituencies in this list which the Congress had won in the 2012 elections. Not to mention, the gap between the vote shares of the two parties differ in each of these cases, but in every one of them, Congress stands behind BJP. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
There are as many as four constituencies in this list which the Congress had won in the 2012 elections. Not to mention, the gap between the vote shares of the two parties differ in each of these cases, but in every one of them, Congress stands behind BJP. (more...)
U.S. isolated due to Trump's Jerusalem decision: Palestinian FM
- December 20, 2017
Indonesia, to be represented by its Permanent Representative to the UN Dian Triansyah Djani, will gather support from all countries as well as the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and the Non-Aligned Movement to advance the draft resolution. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Indonesia, to be represented by its Permanent Representative to the UN Dian Triansyah Djani, will gather support from all countries as well as the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and the Non-Aligned Movement to advance the draft resolution. (more...)
Parents Pull Kids From Class In Anger Over Ivanka Trump Visit
- December 20, 2017
According to WRAL-TV , one parent identified as Karey Fitzgerald explained that despite security risks, parents should have had the choice of whether to pull their child out of school for Trump's visit. "Hope the diversity of our students and our large immigrant population doesn't scare her away!" Trump and Rometty meet with students from a program, who were set to graduate in four years, instead of six. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
According to WRAL-TV , one parent identified as Karey Fitzgerald explained that despite security risks, parents should have had the choice of whether to pull their child out of school for Trump's visit. "Hope the diversity of our students and our large immigrant population doesn't scare her away!" Trump and Rometty meet with students from a program, who were set to graduate in four years, instead of six. (more...)
Amber Alert issued for Texas infant after mom found fatally stabbed
- December 20, 2017
A 6-week-old infant is still missing one day after her mother was found stabbed to death at an apartment in north Houston . Shanally is 30 inches and weighs 20 pounds. Houston police are investigating after a woman was found stabbed to death at an apartment in the Greenspoint area. Anyone with information about the missing child, suspect or suspect's vehicle is asked to immediately contact the Houston Police Department at 713-308-3600. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
A 6-week-old infant is still missing one day after her mother was found stabbed to death at an apartment in north Houston . Shanally is 30 inches and weighs 20 pounds. Houston police are investigating after a woman was found stabbed to death at an apartment in the Greenspoint area. Anyone with information about the missing child, suspect or suspect's vehicle is asked to immediately contact the Houston Police Department at 713-308-3600. (more...)
Colin Kaepernick wants in on Diddy's plan to buy Carolina Panthers
- December 20, 2017
Richardson, 81, in a statement wrote, "I believe that it is time to turn the franchise over to new ownership". Diddy , whose real name is Sean Combs, took to social media to express his interest in buying the Panthers after the team announced on Twitter that owner Jerry Richardson will be selling up at the end of the season. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Richardson, 81, in a statement wrote, "I believe that it is time to turn the franchise over to new ownership". Diddy , whose real name is Sean Combs, took to social media to express his interest in buying the Panthers after the team announced on Twitter that owner Jerry Richardson will be selling up at the end of the season. (more...)
Body cam footage shows officer being dragged at 60 miles per hour
- December 20, 2017
The officer was taken to hospital and was being treated for serious but non life-threatening injuries, police said. A Florida police officer was dragged by a auto at high speeds and it was all caught on his body camera. Officers dragged the driver from the vehicle and placed him under arrest. Officers quickly took both the driver and passenger into custody after the vehicle stopped in the right shoulder. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
The officer was taken to hospital and was being treated for serious but non life-threatening injuries, police said. A Florida police officer was dragged by a auto at high speeds and it was all caught on his body camera. Officers dragged the driver from the vehicle and placed him under arrest. Officers quickly took both the driver and passenger into custody after the vehicle stopped in the right shoulder. (more...)
Myanmar bans United Nations official as military finds mass grave in Rakhine
- December 20, 2017
Human Rights Watch said the accounts support allegations that "widespread and systematic" attacks by Myanmar's military on the long-persecuted, stateless Rohingya Muslim community since August 25 "amount to crimes against humanity". Military officials were not immediately available for further comment. The government had "said that they have nothing to hide, but their lack of co-operation with my mandate and the fact-finding mission suggests otherwise", she said. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Human Rights Watch said the accounts support allegations that "widespread and systematic" attacks by Myanmar's military on the long-persecuted, stateless Rohingya Muslim community since August 25 "amount to crimes against humanity". Military officials were not immediately available for further comment. The government had "said that they have nothing to hide, but their lack of co-operation with my mandate and the fact-finding mission suggests otherwise", she said. (more...)
EU Urges Polish Sanctions Option Over Democratic Backsliding
- December 20, 2017
The Commission said it was taking the unprecedented step because of long-running concerns about the rule of law in Poland, which the government had failed to address. This formulation leaves open the possibility also of suspending EU financial transfers to Poland, now the biggest beneficiary of European funds aimed at boosting living standards in the former communist country. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
The Commission said it was taking the unprecedented step because of long-running concerns about the rule of law in Poland, which the government had failed to address. This formulation leaves open the possibility also of suspending EU financial transfers to Poland, now the biggest beneficiary of European funds aimed at boosting living standards in the former communist country. (more...)
Philippines' Duterte, in about-face, says he supports same-sex unions
- December 20, 2017
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has declared a 10-day unilateral ceasefire with communist rebels so that Filipinos can celebrate a "stress-free" Christmas season. The CPP is the Communist Party of the Philippines , the umbrella organization where the NDFP or the National Democratic Front of the Philippines and the NPA or the New People's Army are part of. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has declared a 10-day unilateral ceasefire with communist rebels so that Filipinos can celebrate a "stress-free" Christmas season. The CPP is the Communist Party of the Philippines , the umbrella organization where the NDFP or the National Democratic Front of the Philippines and the NPA or the New People's Army are part of. (more...)
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks hold off LeBron James, Cavaliers
- December 20, 2017
But four Bucks starters notched up double figures, led by Giannis Antetoukounmpo on 27 and 13 rebounds and Khris Middleton adding 18 points and 10 assists. His free throw gave the Bucks a 117-113 lead with 5.9 seconds to go. Anthony Davis scored 37 points for his New Orleans Pelicans, but the Washington Wizards came away with a 116-106 win. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
But four Bucks starters notched up double figures, led by Giannis Antetoukounmpo on 27 and 13 rebounds and Khris Middleton adding 18 points and 10 assists. His free throw gave the Bucks a 117-113 lead with 5.9 seconds to go. Anthony Davis scored 37 points for his New Orleans Pelicans, but the Washington Wizards came away with a 116-106 win. (more...)
Jayalalithaa's videos from hospital released ahead of RK Nagar bypoll
- December 20, 2017
Sreenivasan said alleged that none of the AIADMK functionaries had met Jayalalithaa during her hospitalisation. "The merged AIADMK faction has been raising questions over Jayalalithaa's hospitalization and I wanted to put an end to all conspiracy theories", said MLA S Vetrivel . (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Sreenivasan said alleged that none of the AIADMK functionaries had met Jayalalithaa during her hospitalisation. "The merged AIADMK faction has been raising questions over Jayalalithaa's hospitalization and I wanted to put an end to all conspiracy theories", said MLA S Vetrivel . (more...)
China: Trump's security policy shows Cold War mentality
- December 20, 2017
China appealed to Washington to promote "strategic mutual trust" ahead of President Donald Trump's release Monday of a national security strategy that is expected to label Beijing a competitor. Trump's speech has been widely interpreted among Chinese diplomatic observers as a sign that Beijing's attempts to steer China-US relations in a more harmonious direction have failed, according to the SCMP . (more...)
- December 20, 2017
China appealed to Washington to promote "strategic mutual trust" ahead of President Donald Trump's release Monday of a national security strategy that is expected to label Beijing a competitor. Trump's speech has been widely interpreted among Chinese diplomatic observers as a sign that Beijing's attempts to steer China-US relations in a more harmonious direction have failed, according to the SCMP . (more...)
YO DJ Dies After Stage Collapses In Severe Weather At EDM Festival
- December 20, 2017
Kaleb Freitas , who performed as D.J. Kaleb, was playing on the O Santuário Stage at the festival when it toppled. We always cherish for the safety of our public, following all the processes, reports and authorizations requested by the local authorities. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Kaleb Freitas , who performed as D.J. Kaleb, was playing on the O Santuário Stage at the festival when it toppled. We always cherish for the safety of our public, following all the processes, reports and authorizations requested by the local authorities. (more...)
Officer shoots, injures man at Minneapolis City Hall
- December 20, 2017
Minneapolis Police Chief Medaria Arradondo said the suspect was left alone in the interview room and began injuring himself with an "edged weapon". Multiple police sources tell KARE 11 that the man shot by Minneapolis police at City Hall on Monday is expected to survive. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Minneapolis Police Chief Medaria Arradondo said the suspect was left alone in the interview room and began injuring himself with an "edged weapon". Multiple police sources tell KARE 11 that the man shot by Minneapolis police at City Hall on Monday is expected to survive. (more...)
Parents tried to exchange sons for money or drugs
- December 20, 2017
The couple had allegedly been attempting to give and/ or sell their children in exchange for money or drugs. We remind the public if you see something suspicious, say something! Deputies found Calogero and Nilson "had been attempting to give and/or sell their children in exchange for money or drugs ", the release stated. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
The couple had allegedly been attempting to give and/ or sell their children in exchange for money or drugs. We remind the public if you see something suspicious, say something! Deputies found Calogero and Nilson "had been attempting to give and/or sell their children in exchange for money or drugs ", the release stated. (more...)
DACA Agreement Unlikely to Pass This Year
- December 20, 2017
Facing a Friday deadline to avoid a government shutdown , some Democrats insisted a spending bill include a solution for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program , but McConnell's comments indicated any deal wouldn't be finalized until next year. (more...)
- December 20, 2017
Facing a Friday deadline to avoid a government shutdown , some Democrats insisted a spending bill include a solution for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program , but McConnell's comments indicated any deal wouldn't be finalized until next year. (more...)
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