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Trump says US-Norway ties 'robust'
- January 12, 2018
The US President also said in the subsequent press conference that trade had been a more prominent topic than the environment in the talks between the two. "We were very much weakened over the last period of time, but not with me". Trump announced past year his intention to pull the US out of the climate pact and the president has repeatedly expressed skepticism about climate change science, calling global warming a "hoax" created by the Chinese to damage American industry. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
The US President also said in the subsequent press conference that trade had been a more prominent topic than the environment in the talks between the two. "We were very much weakened over the last period of time, but not with me". Trump announced past year his intention to pull the US out of the climate pact and the president has repeatedly expressed skepticism about climate change science, calling global warming a "hoax" created by the Chinese to damage American industry. (more...)
White House ban on personal devices extends to smartwatches like Apple Watch
- January 12, 2018
First Lady Melania Trump pays out of her own pocket for a stylist when she needs one, And while previous administrations did not have a make-up artist or hair stylist on staff or on the payroll, a former Clinton White House offical said it's what's needed to succeed. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
First Lady Melania Trump pays out of her own pocket for a stylist when she needs one, And while previous administrations did not have a make-up artist or hair stylist on staff or on the payroll, a former Clinton White House offical said it's what's needed to succeed. (more...)
Dutch journalists go global by 'roasting' new United States ambassador
- January 12, 2018
When Hoekstra, who was born in the Netherlands but raised in MI as a staunch social conservative, called for another question, two reporters asked him, "Why don't you answer the question?" Hoekstra angered Dutch media on Wednesday when he met with reporters for the first time since taking over as ambassador but declined to answer questions asking him to clarify his remarks from two years ago. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
When Hoekstra, who was born in the Netherlands but raised in MI as a staunch social conservative, called for another question, two reporters asked him, "Why don't you answer the question?" Hoekstra angered Dutch media on Wednesday when he met with reporters for the first time since taking over as ambassador but declined to answer questions asking him to clarify his remarks from two years ago. (more...)
Trump won't say if he'll meet with Mueller
- January 12, 2018
Justice Department's special counsel Robert Mueller . Close advisers and friends of President Donald Trump are warning him not to sit for an interview with special counsel Robert Mueller , with some expressing skepticism that there would be any circumstance in which it makes sense to voluntarily submit to an interview, according to multiple sources familiar with the ongoing discussions. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
Justice Department's special counsel Robert Mueller . Close advisers and friends of President Donald Trump are warning him not to sit for an interview with special counsel Robert Mueller , with some expressing skepticism that there would be any circumstance in which it makes sense to voluntarily submit to an interview, according to multiple sources familiar with the ongoing discussions. (more...)
Trump touts a poll that's bad for him
- January 11, 2018
Only 40 percent credit Trump. According to the poll, of the 43 different words that were used at least five times by different respondents, 25 were negative, 10 were positive and 8 words were neutral, such as "interesting" or "different". (more...)
- January 11, 2018
Only 40 percent credit Trump. According to the poll, of the 43 different words that were used at least five times by different respondents, 25 were negative, 10 were positive and 8 words were neutral, such as "interesting" or "different". (more...)
Trump policy shift means states could require Medicaid recipients to work
- January 11, 2018
The Trump administration has unveiled a major policy shift that offers a path for states seeking to tie Medicaid eligibility to work requirements. Advocates for low-income people say they expect Kentucky's waiver to be approved shortly. In fact, "a$3 mong the adult Medicaid enrollees who were not working, most report major impediments to their ability to work including illness or disability or care-giving responsibilities", according to the independent Kaiser Family Foundation . (more...)
- January 11, 2018
The Trump administration has unveiled a major policy shift that offers a path for states seeking to tie Medicaid eligibility to work requirements. Advocates for low-income people say they expect Kentucky's waiver to be approved shortly. In fact, "a$3 mong the adult Medicaid enrollees who were not working, most report major impediments to their ability to work including illness or disability or care-giving responsibilities", according to the independent Kaiser Family Foundation . (more...)
Autopsy to be conducted on koala after 'horrid' act
- January 11, 2018
Beatty confirmed the RSPCA had taken custody of the body, which would be taken to the organisation's animal care campus at Wacol for an autopsy to be performed, hopefully on Thursday afternoon. "I've had some bad incidents in the past", he said. The koala's cause of death has not yet been determined; however, its fur was covered in dry blood at the time of discovery. (more...)
- January 11, 2018
Beatty confirmed the RSPCA had taken custody of the body, which would be taken to the organisation's animal care campus at Wacol for an autopsy to be performed, hopefully on Thursday afternoon. "I've had some bad incidents in the past", he said. The koala's cause of death has not yet been determined; however, its fur was covered in dry blood at the time of discovery. (more...)
Trump 'Discovered' A Physical Wall Isn't Possible Across Entire Border
- January 11, 2018
Over the past year, the former host of "The Apprentice" has brought up Clinton on a routine basis, bragging about his electoral college defeat and most recently accusing the former Secretary of State of Russian collusion. Where are hidden and smashed DNC servers? Trump suggested that, despite the conclusion by American intelligence agencies that Russia interfered in the 2016 election to tip the contest in his favor, Russian President Vladimir Putin would have preferred a Clinton victory. (more...)
- January 11, 2018
Over the past year, the former host of "The Apprentice" has brought up Clinton on a routine basis, bragging about his electoral college defeat and most recently accusing the former Secretary of State of Russian collusion. Where are hidden and smashed DNC servers? Trump suggested that, despite the conclusion by American intelligence agencies that Russia interfered in the 2016 election to tip the contest in his favor, Russian President Vladimir Putin would have preferred a Clinton victory. (more...)
Female lawmakers to dress in black during State of the Union
- January 11, 2018
According to the Hill , the Democratic Women's Working Group , encompassing all female House members, is inviting both Democratic and Republican lawmakers, men and women, to wear black. This is the second such event where women have led the resistance to Trump in the House chamber and held him accountable in the court of public opinion. (more...)
- January 11, 2018
According to the Hill , the Democratic Women's Working Group , encompassing all female House members, is inviting both Democratic and Republican lawmakers, men and women, to wear black. This is the second such event where women have led the resistance to Trump in the House chamber and held him accountable in the court of public opinion. (more...)
Germany urges USA to separate Iran nuclear deal from other issues
- January 11, 2018
With Tehran and USA allies in Europe stepping up pressure to preserve the 2015 Iranian nuclear accord, President Trump appears poised to back away from a threat to pull America out of the deal, opting instead for new, albeit more targeted, sanctions against Iranian officials and entities. (more...)
- January 11, 2018
With Tehran and USA allies in Europe stepping up pressure to preserve the 2015 Iranian nuclear accord, President Trump appears poised to back away from a threat to pull America out of the deal, opting instead for new, albeit more targeted, sanctions against Iranian officials and entities. (more...)
7-year-old girl raped, strangled and left in a dumpster
- January 11, 2018
The body of the minor child was found in a garbage dump days after she went missing from her home. Two civilians were killed and several left injured in Pakistan's Kasur district Wednesday as police opened fire to disperse an angry mob protesting a minor's murder in the city. (more...)
- January 11, 2018
The body of the minor child was found in a garbage dump days after she went missing from her home. Two civilians were killed and several left injured in Pakistan's Kasur district Wednesday as police opened fire to disperse an angry mob protesting a minor's murder in the city. (more...)
USA urges citizens to 'reconsider travel' to Pakistan
- January 11, 2018
The State Department noted that there "are no USA government restrictions" in tourist areas in both those states, including Ensenada, Rosarito, Tijuana, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo and La Paz. We will review and update each Travel Advisory as needed, based on changes to security and safety information. Perennial US adversary Russian Federation was listed as a Tier 3 country, due to the risk of "terrorism and harassment". (more...)
- January 11, 2018
The State Department noted that there "are no USA government restrictions" in tourist areas in both those states, including Ensenada, Rosarito, Tijuana, Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo and La Paz. We will review and update each Travel Advisory as needed, based on changes to security and safety information. Perennial US adversary Russian Federation was listed as a Tier 3 country, due to the risk of "terrorism and harassment". (more...)
Axe-wielding robbers take $5.62M in jewels from Paris' Ritz hotel
- January 11, 2018
Local media reports, citing police sources, put the value of the jewels at around 4.5 million euros (US$5,300,000). The robbers arrived at the hotel at about 6.30pm (5.30pm United Kingdom time) before smashing the windows and making off with the jewellery. (more...)
- January 11, 2018
Local media reports, citing police sources, put the value of the jewels at around 4.5 million euros (US$5,300,000). The robbers arrived at the hotel at about 6.30pm (5.30pm United Kingdom time) before smashing the windows and making off with the jewellery. (more...)
Canada braces for possible U.S. exit from Nafta trade pact
- January 11, 2018
The three countries have agreed to host joint negotiations through March. The S&P/BM IPC stock index fell about 1.8 percent. CIBC chief economist Avery Shenfeld says a Bank of Canada interest rate hike next week is not a given. They also express doubt whether the US Congress would approve such a move. That's bad news for US farmers, according to Jackson Takach, a Farmer Mac economist. (more...)
- January 11, 2018
The three countries have agreed to host joint negotiations through March. The S&P/BM IPC stock index fell about 1.8 percent. CIBC chief economist Avery Shenfeld says a Bank of Canada interest rate hike next week is not a given. They also express doubt whether the US Congress would approve such a move. That's bad news for US farmers, according to Jackson Takach, a Farmer Mac economist. (more...)
Trump Chides Feinstein, Urges GOP to Control Russia Probes
- January 11, 2018
Nearly half of voters in a new poll said they believe it is likely President TrumpDonald John TrumpHouse Democrat slams Donald Trump Jr. for "serious case of amnesia" after testimony Skier Lindsey Vonn: I don't want to represent Trump at Olympics Poll: 4 in 10 Republicans think senior Trump advisers had improper dealings with Russia MORE will be cleared in special counsel Robert MuellerRobert Swan MuellerSasse: US should applaud choice of Mueller to lead Russia probe MORE's probe ... (more...)
- January 11, 2018
Nearly half of voters in a new poll said they believe it is likely President TrumpDonald John TrumpHouse Democrat slams Donald Trump Jr. for "serious case of amnesia" after testimony Skier Lindsey Vonn: I don't want to represent Trump at Olympics Poll: 4 in 10 Republicans think senior Trump advisers had improper dealings with Russia MORE will be cleared in special counsel Robert MuellerRobert Swan MuellerSasse: US should applaud choice of Mueller to lead Russia probe MORE's probe ... (more...)
Pastor Gets Standing Ovation After Admitting to Sexually Assaulting 17-Year-Old
- January 10, 2018
Woodson also told the New York Times she has reported the 1998 incident to law enforcement in Texas. "In light of the seriousness of these accusations against Larry Cotton, we feel that due diligence is appropriate to ensure Larry's qualification for his current role of leadership. (more...)
- January 10, 2018
Woodson also told the New York Times she has reported the 1998 incident to law enforcement in Texas. "In light of the seriousness of these accusations against Larry Cotton, we feel that due diligence is appropriate to ensure Larry's qualification for his current role of leadership. (more...)
Winter storm headed into San Diego Monday night
- January 10, 2018
Travel conditions were expected to be hard on Thursday morning, and tree branches could fall due to ice. "Temperatures will plummet overnight into Thursday , and gusty northwest winds will accompany the influx of cold air". Mostly cloudy, with a low around -2. The more severe parts of the storm have moved east, threatening to dump 4-6 inches of snow on northwestern Iowa. (more...)
- January 10, 2018
Travel conditions were expected to be hard on Thursday morning, and tree branches could fall due to ice. "Temperatures will plummet overnight into Thursday , and gusty northwest winds will accompany the influx of cold air". Mostly cloudy, with a low around -2. The more severe parts of the storm have moved east, threatening to dump 4-6 inches of snow on northwestern Iowa. (more...)
7.6-magnitude quake strikes off the coast of Honduras
- January 10, 2018
The USGS said, "The Great Swan Island, Honduras natural disaster occurred as the result of strike slip faulting in the shallow crust near the boundary between the North America and Caribbean plates". In 2017, two strong quakes struck Mexico, collapsing buildings and causing hundreds of fatalities. The shallow quake was recorded at 9:51 p.m. with its epicenter 450 kilometers east of Mahahual, Quintana Roo, at 17.5 n, 83.6 w, at a depth of 33 kilometers and a magnitude of 7.5. (more...)
- January 10, 2018
The USGS said, "The Great Swan Island, Honduras natural disaster occurred as the result of strike slip faulting in the shallow crust near the boundary between the North America and Caribbean plates". In 2017, two strong quakes struck Mexico, collapsing buildings and causing hundreds of fatalities. The shallow quake was recorded at 9:51 p.m. with its epicenter 450 kilometers east of Mahahual, Quintana Roo, at 17.5 n, 83.6 w, at a depth of 33 kilometers and a magnitude of 7.5. (more...)
College sophomore Blaze Bernstein found dead in California
- January 10, 2018
Bernstein, who was visiting with family on winter break from the University of Pennsylvania, went to the park on the night of January 2 to meet an unknown person for unknown reasons, said Annee Della Donna, an attorney and friend of the family. (more...)
- January 10, 2018
Bernstein, who was visiting with family on winter break from the University of Pennsylvania, went to the park on the night of January 2 to meet an unknown person for unknown reasons, said Annee Della Donna, an attorney and friend of the family. (more...)
Anthony Weiner And Huma Abedin Cancel Divorce In Court
- January 10, 2018
In September, Weiner was sentenced to 21 months in jail for illicit online contact with a minor. The judge promptly announced their case "discontinued". Abedin publicly forgave her husband , who finished fifth in the Democratic primary. In a statement to the New York Daily News , Abedin's attorney said that's what's happening, for the sake of their 6-year-old son. (more...)
- January 10, 2018
In September, Weiner was sentenced to 21 months in jail for illicit online contact with a minor. The judge promptly announced their case "discontinued". Abedin publicly forgave her husband , who finished fifth in the Democratic primary. In a statement to the New York Daily News , Abedin's attorney said that's what's happening, for the sake of their 6-year-old son. (more...)
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