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BJP secures victory on all 9 Rajya Sabha seats in Uttar Pradesh
- March 24, 2018
Party MLA from Purwa, Anil Kumar Singh, announced his support for the BJP candidate. The BJP has fielded nine candidates while the SP and BSP have named one each. Samajwadi Party leader Shivpal Yadav said, "We have enough candidates to win and we will win". Congress's L Hanumanthaiah, Syed Naseer Hussain and G C Chandrasekhar, and BJP's Rajeev Chandrashekar were declared elected after a complaint by the JDS to the Election Commission caused delay in taking up counting of votes. (more...)
- March 24, 2018
Party MLA from Purwa, Anil Kumar Singh, announced his support for the BJP candidate. The BJP has fielded nine candidates while the SP and BSP have named one each. Samajwadi Party leader Shivpal Yadav said, "We have enough candidates to win and we will win". Congress's L Hanumanthaiah, Syed Naseer Hussain and G C Chandrasekhar, and BJP's Rajeev Chandrashekar were declared elected after a complaint by the JDS to the Election Commission caused delay in taking up counting of votes. (more...)
Sonam Kapoor, Anand Ahuja wedding in Geneva, dates revealed
- March 24, 2018
Meanwhile, father Anil Kapoor is personally inviting his guests to the wedding. "There will be sangeet and mehendi ceremonies, followed by a traditional Hindu wedding", said a source from the wedding planners' team to Mirror, claiming that it took over 3 months to decide on the venue. (more...)
- March 24, 2018
Meanwhile, father Anil Kapoor is personally inviting his guests to the wedding. "There will be sangeet and mehendi ceremonies, followed by a traditional Hindu wedding", said a source from the wedding planners' team to Mirror, claiming that it took over 3 months to decide on the venue. (more...)
Owen Smith sacked from Labour's shadow cabinet
- March 24, 2018
Mr Smith, who has been replaced as shadow Northern Ireland Secretary by veteran former minister Tony Lloyd, said Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn was "unhappy" with his position on Brexit . Mr Smith said remaining in both the customs union and the single market were the only way of preventing what he warns would be the "hardest ever" border in Ireland . (more...)
- March 24, 2018
Mr Smith, who has been replaced as shadow Northern Ireland Secretary by veteran former minister Tony Lloyd, said Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn was "unhappy" with his position on Brexit . Mr Smith said remaining in both the customs union and the single market were the only way of preventing what he warns would be the "hardest ever" border in Ireland . (more...)
U.S. launches WTO challenge against China
- March 24, 2018
Officials in Beijing believe by imposing prohibitive imports duties on USA agricultural products, they will undermine the profitability of US farmers, in turn, forcing them to vote against President Trump in the 2020 election. U.S. President Donald Trump waves to the crowd before delivering remarks at the National Republican Congressional Committee's annual March dinner at the National Building Museum in Washington , U.S., March 20, 2018. (more...)
- March 24, 2018
Officials in Beijing believe by imposing prohibitive imports duties on USA agricultural products, they will undermine the profitability of US farmers, in turn, forcing them to vote against President Trump in the 2020 election. U.S. President Donald Trump waves to the crowd before delivering remarks at the National Republican Congressional Committee's annual March dinner at the National Building Museum in Washington , U.S., March 20, 2018. (more...)
No more free reign to China: Trump after announcing tariffs
- March 24, 2018
These fruits and nuts are part of a list of 128 USA products that could be hit with tariffs if the two countries fail to agree on trade issues, China's Ministry of Commerce said. "China has the ability to inflict significant economic harm on USA exporters of certain goods and can also use other overt as well as covert actions such as supply chain disruptions to hurt USA manufacturers". (more...)
- March 24, 2018
These fruits and nuts are part of a list of 128 USA products that could be hit with tariffs if the two countries fail to agree on trade issues, China's Ministry of Commerce said. "China has the ability to inflict significant economic harm on USA exporters of certain goods and can also use other overt as well as covert actions such as supply chain disruptions to hurt USA manufacturers". (more...)
China urges United States to "pull back from brink" as Trump unveils tariffs
- March 24, 2018
And while the U.S.is a major supplier, China has other sources to turn to. China has been increasing its efforts to win over young Taiwanese, a key demographic to reach out to amid souring political relations between Beijing and Taipei, including offering incentives to set up businesses in China. (more...)
- March 24, 2018
And while the U.S.is a major supplier, China has other sources to turn to. China has been increasing its efforts to win over young Taiwanese, a key demographic to reach out to amid souring political relations between Beijing and Taipei, including offering incentives to set up businesses in China. (more...)
Judge Tosses Arkansas Medical Marijuana Growing Licensing Process
- March 24, 2018
Each dispensary permittee may operate up to three locations. "We have ample capacity in the system", Collins said in a conference call with reporters. Kellar also objected to receiving revenue from marijuana. In a statement released Friday, Rutledge's office said she disagrees with the decision and wants the Arkansas Supreme Court to rule on the matter. (more...)
- March 24, 2018
Each dispensary permittee may operate up to three locations. "We have ample capacity in the system", Collins said in a conference call with reporters. Kellar also objected to receiving revenue from marijuana. In a statement released Friday, Rutledge's office said she disagrees with the decision and wants the Arkansas Supreme Court to rule on the matter. (more...)
Germany tie Spain 1-1 in friendly
- March 24, 2018
Germany boss Joachim Low has handed a start to striker Timo Werner for Friday's friendly worldwide against Spain . The 33-year-old outplayed Germany midfielders Sami Khedira and Toni Kroos by producing countless silky passes at the heart of Spain's attack. (more...)
- March 24, 2018
Germany boss Joachim Low has handed a start to striker Timo Werner for Friday's friendly worldwide against Spain . The 33-year-old outplayed Germany midfielders Sami Khedira and Toni Kroos by producing countless silky passes at the heart of Spain's attack. (more...)
Protests and strikes across France disrupt travel
- March 24, 2018
They held banners and placards criticizing Macron's policies and expressing opposition to privatization. Some politicians have joined the demonstrations like the leader of France's Unconquered Movement Jean-Luc Melenchon who advocated to form a united front against the government plans. (more...)
- March 24, 2018
They held banners and placards criticizing Macron's policies and expressing opposition to privatization. Some politicians have joined the demonstrations like the leader of France's Unconquered Movement Jean-Luc Melenchon who advocated to form a united front against the government plans. (more...)
Attack on ex-Russian spy a 'sign from Putin': Johnson
- March 24, 2018
Moscow on Wednesday said Britain either failed to protect a Russian national from what it termed a "terrorist attack" or was itself behind the poisoning of a former double agent and his daughter in England. British Prime Minister Theresa May will call for European allies to "stand shoulder to shoulder" against the Russian threat that will continue for "years to come". (more...)
- March 24, 2018
Moscow on Wednesday said Britain either failed to protect a Russian national from what it termed a "terrorist attack" or was itself behind the poisoning of a former double agent and his daughter in England. British Prime Minister Theresa May will call for European allies to "stand shoulder to shoulder" against the Russian threat that will continue for "years to come". (more...)
Freed Dapchi schoolgirls arrive presidential villa
- March 24, 2018
Freed girls and other parents have said Sharibu is Christian and remains a captive because she won't convert. President Buhari said this at a meeting with the schoolgirls who recently regained freedom after they were abducted from their school in Dapchi , Yobe State by Boko Haram terrorists. (more...)
- March 24, 2018
Freed girls and other parents have said Sharibu is Christian and remains a captive because she won't convert. President Buhari said this at a meeting with the schoolgirls who recently regained freedom after they were abducted from their school in Dapchi , Yobe State by Boko Haram terrorists. (more...)
Prep softball: Edgerton/SWC, Pipestone Area still the teams to beat
- March 24, 2018
Fearday then stole second and advanced to third on a throwing error from Richland County, but the Bulldogs couldn't push the run across. Dylan Guy followed with a single, scoring Niebrugge. Two errant throws on the play allowed Murphy and lead runner Maddie Carpenter to circle the bases. Arcola scored what proved to be the winning run in the sixth. (more...)
- March 24, 2018
Fearday then stole second and advanced to third on a throwing error from Richland County, but the Bulldogs couldn't push the run across. Dylan Guy followed with a single, scoring Niebrugge. Two errant throws on the play allowed Murphy and lead runner Maddie Carpenter to circle the bases. Arcola scored what proved to be the winning run in the sixth. (more...)
Peru's Congress formally accepts resignation of president
- March 24, 2018
Kuczynski's downfall was his association with Odebrecht, the Brazilian construction giant that has admitted to spreading some $800 million U.S. in bribes to officials across Latin America , including $29 million in Peru . The head of state decided not to wait for the vote on the impeachment . The theme of the meeting, proposed by the Kuczynski Administration, is "democratic governance against corruption". (more...)
- March 24, 2018
Kuczynski's downfall was his association with Odebrecht, the Brazilian construction giant that has admitted to spreading some $800 million U.S. in bribes to officials across Latin America , including $29 million in Peru . The head of state decided not to wait for the vote on the impeachment . The theme of the meeting, proposed by the Kuczynski Administration, is "democratic governance against corruption". (more...)
Protest over police shooting of unarmed black man delays National Basketball Association game
- March 24, 2018
The videos show a brief encounter between police and Clark, lasting less than a minute, from the moment one of the officers spotted him in the driveway and yelled, "Hey, show me your hands". Both officers have been placed on administrative leave while the investigation into their lethal use of force is underway. "My concern is my brother, his kids being able to not have to worry about killed, being in a position in their life where they don't have to worry about being shot and killed in the ... (more...)
- March 24, 2018
The videos show a brief encounter between police and Clark, lasting less than a minute, from the moment one of the officers spotted him in the driveway and yelled, "Hey, show me your hands". Both officers have been placed on administrative leave while the investigation into their lethal use of force is underway. "My concern is my brother, his kids being able to not have to worry about killed, being in a position in their life where they don't have to worry about being shot and killed in the ... (more...)
'Large number' of European Union countries plan more Russian Federation action
- March 24, 2018
Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov charged that Britain was trying to delude the public with anti-Russian "labels and cliches" to hide the lack of proof. In a joint summit statement, the leaders said the European Union "agrees with the United Kingdom government's assessment that it is highly likely that the Russian Federation is responsible and that there is no plausible alternative explanation". (more...)
- March 24, 2018
Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov charged that Britain was trying to delude the public with anti-Russian "labels and cliches" to hide the lack of proof. In a joint summit statement, the leaders said the European Union "agrees with the United Kingdom government's assessment that it is highly likely that the Russian Federation is responsible and that there is no plausible alternative explanation". (more...)
Buckets of rocks are Pennsylvania schools' last defense against shooters
- March 24, 2018
Helsel spoke before a House Education Committee School Safety Hearing on March 15 in Harrisburg, at which he was talking about an overall safety plan. People are understandably freaked out in the wake of more school shootings , and many school systems are scrambling to figure out how to keep their students, teachers, and staff safe. (more...)
- March 24, 2018
Helsel spoke before a House Education Committee School Safety Hearing on March 15 in Harrisburg, at which he was talking about an overall safety plan. People are understandably freaked out in the wake of more school shootings , and many school systems are scrambling to figure out how to keep their students, teachers, and staff safe. (more...)
Fox News contributor quits, slams network as 'propaganda machine' for Trump
- March 24, 2018
Peters said he believed Fox had "degenerated from providing a legitimate and much-needed outlet for conservative voices to a mere propaganda machine for a destructive and ethically ruinous administration". Sure, the Fox News contributor called out the channel for what it is - a propaganda machine. His comments came amid controversy over Fox News host Shepard Smith alleging that "some" of the network's opinion programming was "there strictly to be entertaining". (more...)
- March 24, 2018
Peters said he believed Fox had "degenerated from providing a legitimate and much-needed outlet for conservative voices to a mere propaganda machine for a destructive and ethically ruinous administration". Sure, the Fox News contributor called out the channel for what it is - a propaganda machine. His comments came amid controversy over Fox News host Shepard Smith alleging that "some" of the network's opinion programming was "there strictly to be entertaining". (more...)
Gareth Southgate's Dutch courage helps transitional England team make progress
- March 24, 2018
England's most experienced goalkeeper Joe Hart has struggled for form and first-team club football and Southgate has selected Everton's Jordan Pickford to start against the Dutch, with Stoke City's Jack Butland and Burnley's Nick Pope also in reserve. (more...)
- March 24, 2018
England's most experienced goalkeeper Joe Hart has struggled for form and first-team club football and Southgate has selected Everton's Jordan Pickford to start against the Dutch, with Stoke City's Jack Butland and Burnley's Nick Pope also in reserve. (more...)
'Putin understands Russia's problems more than anyone'
- March 24, 2018
With regard to the "coming arms race", Vox reported that Trump is probably trying to turn Putin from "a foe to a friend" after the Russian president boasted of having nuclear weapons more advanced than what the United States and other countries have right now. (more...)
- March 24, 2018
With regard to the "coming arms race", Vox reported that Trump is probably trying to turn Putin from "a foe to a friend" after the Russian president boasted of having nuclear weapons more advanced than what the United States and other countries have right now. (more...)
Students at site of deadly Florida school shooting to use clear backpacks
- March 24, 2018
On Thursday, the New England Patriots gave a lift to those affected by the school shootings in Parkland, Florida to help them attend the " March for Our Lives " in Washington D.C. "It will be hard to keep track". When students of Marjory Stoneman Douglas return to class after spring break next week, they'll be required to carry clear backpacks. (more...)
- March 24, 2018
On Thursday, the New England Patriots gave a lift to those affected by the school shootings in Parkland, Florida to help them attend the " March for Our Lives " in Washington D.C. "It will be hard to keep track". When students of Marjory Stoneman Douglas return to class after spring break next week, they'll be required to carry clear backpacks. (more...)
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