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Ontario budget forecasts return to deficit through 2024
- March 29, 2018
Ontario's Liberal government is promising to spend more than $300 million over three years to improve supports for children with special needs and hire more teachers, a pledge that comes just months ahead of the spring election. The government is starting with the Toronto to London, Ont., connection. The price of smokes is going up. Starting Thursday morning, smokers will be paying $4 more for a carton of cigarettes following a measure introduced in the 2018 provincial budget. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
Ontario's Liberal government is promising to spend more than $300 million over three years to improve supports for children with special needs and hire more teachers, a pledge that comes just months ahead of the spring election. The government is starting with the Toronto to London, Ont., connection. The price of smokes is going up. Starting Thursday morning, smokers will be paying $4 more for a carton of cigarettes following a measure introduced in the 2018 provincial budget. (more...)
CULC condemns 'rising anti-semitism' in Labour Party amid Corbyn allegations
- March 29, 2018
When faced with clear examples of both their own member's alleged antisemitism and Jeremy Corbyn's clear endorsement of antisemitic imagery, Mr Hayes - the constituency party chairman - appears to prevaricate and fall back on silence and obfuscation to avoid the truth. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
When faced with clear examples of both their own member's alleged antisemitism and Jeremy Corbyn's clear endorsement of antisemitic imagery, Mr Hayes - the constituency party chairman - appears to prevaricate and fall back on silence and obfuscation to avoid the truth. (more...)
Driver slams into 5 people in San Francisco
- March 29, 2018
A driver plowed a vehicle into five people in San Francisco on Wednesday, killing one and critically injuring others before fleeing the scene, police said . "Driver of vehicle in a physical altercation with five subjects and struck five subjects with his vehicle", San Francisco police said in a statement. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
A driver plowed a vehicle into five people in San Francisco on Wednesday, killing one and critically injuring others before fleeing the scene, police said . "Driver of vehicle in a physical altercation with five subjects and struck five subjects with his vehicle", San Francisco police said in a statement. (more...)
Dems press WH for results of Kushner inquiry
- March 29, 2018
Sanders said even though she has previously described Trump as a "counter-puncher", she didn't say he "punches back on every single topic". In its first response to a prime time interview watched by more than 21 million Americans, the White House questioned Daniels´ credibility and challenged her to present proof. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
Sanders said even though she has previously described Trump as a "counter-puncher", she didn't say he "punches back on every single topic". In its first response to a prime time interview watched by more than 21 million Americans, the White House questioned Daniels´ credibility and challenged her to present proof. (more...)
Rajya Sabha fails to bid farewell to retiring MPs, adjourned again
- March 29, 2018
The exchange resulted in peals of laughter in the House, which witnessed several light moments during the farewell speeches of retiring members who are about to complete their tenure. These MPs have played a crucial role in running the Parliament smoothly. He said many members of the House of Elders would have thought of raising major issues vital to the country before retiring, but were debarred from the opportunity to leave behind their great ideals and legacy. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
The exchange resulted in peals of laughter in the House, which witnessed several light moments during the farewell speeches of retiring members who are about to complete their tenure. These MPs have played a crucial role in running the Parliament smoothly. He said many members of the House of Elders would have thought of raising major issues vital to the country before retiring, but were debarred from the opportunity to leave behind their great ideals and legacy. (more...)
Shooter in deadly Quebec mosque attack pleads guilty
- March 29, 2018
Canada's prime minister and provincial leaders attended funerals and denounced the attack. Bissonnette opened fire in the Canadian mosque on a Sunday night as members joined together for prayer. "I am not a terrorist, I am not an Islamophobe". In my heart, I've been thinking about it for a long time. Introverted and educated, Bissonnette had been described after his arrest as a white supremacist opposed to Muslim immigration, but not affiliated with any group. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
Canada's prime minister and provincial leaders attended funerals and denounced the attack. Bissonnette opened fire in the Canadian mosque on a Sunday night as members joined together for prayer. "I am not a terrorist, I am not an Islamophobe". In my heart, I've been thinking about it for a long time. Introverted and educated, Bissonnette had been described after his arrest as a white supremacist opposed to Muslim immigration, but not affiliated with any group. (more...)
"Roseanne" roars with 18-million-plus viewer reboot debut
- March 29, 2018
For the premiere, ABC offered back-to-back episodes of " Roseanne ". ABC brought back Roseanne on Tuesday, March 28 for the sitcom's first new episode since its original run ended in 1997, and millions of folks tuned in to catch up with the TV family . (more...)
- March 29, 2018
For the premiere, ABC offered back-to-back episodes of " Roseanne ". ABC brought back Roseanne on Tuesday, March 28 for the sitcom's first new episode since its original run ended in 1997, and millions of folks tuned in to catch up with the TV family . (more...)
Amit Shah slips, calls Yeddyurappa 'most corrupt' ever, corrects self
- March 29, 2018
The slip-up happened when BJP chief highlighted the promises made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP state chief Yeddyurappa to curb farmers' suicides and veered off to slam the current state government for corruption in the poll-bound state. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
The slip-up happened when BJP chief highlighted the promises made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP state chief Yeddyurappa to curb farmers' suicides and veered off to slam the current state government for corruption in the poll-bound state. (more...)
Ecuador stops Assange communicating from its London embassy
- March 29, 2018
Ecuador's government has cut off WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's ability to communicate with the outside world while holed up in the country's London embassy. Assange has been a guest of the the Ecuadorian government at its London embassy since 2012, when he was sought for questioning over sexual assault allegations in Sweden. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
Ecuador's government has cut off WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's ability to communicate with the outside world while holed up in the country's London embassy. Assange has been a guest of the the Ecuadorian government at its London embassy since 2012, when he was sought for questioning over sexual assault allegations in Sweden. (more...)
Donald Trump fires Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin
- March 29, 2018
Shulkin, 58, led the Veterans Health Administration for two years under Obama, and was confirmed as Trump's nominee to head the VA on a 99-0 Senate vote. He oversaw creation of a 24-hour hotline for veteran complaints and improved transparency, posting wait times for medical appointments at each facility and other quality-control measures consistent with many private sector hospitals. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
Shulkin, 58, led the Veterans Health Administration for two years under Obama, and was confirmed as Trump's nominee to head the VA on a 99-0 Senate vote. He oversaw creation of a 24-hour hotline for veteran complaints and improved transparency, posting wait times for medical appointments at each facility and other quality-control measures consistent with many private sector hospitals. (more...)
Court Revelation: Orlando Club Shooter's Father Was FBI Informant
- March 29, 2018
Mateen raped and choked Salman, she said, and she feared he was capable of killing her. Assistant U.S. Attorney Sara Sweeney on Wednesday told the jury that Noor Salman "knowingly engaged in misleading conduct" when she spoke to the Federal Bureau of Investigation in the hours after the attack, and helped her husband Omar Mateen plan the attack as well. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
Mateen raped and choked Salman, she said, and she feared he was capable of killing her. Assistant U.S. Attorney Sara Sweeney on Wednesday told the jury that Noor Salman "knowingly engaged in misleading conduct" when she spoke to the Federal Bureau of Investigation in the hours after the attack, and helped her husband Omar Mateen plan the attack as well. (more...)
AZ: Mother charged in deaths of two children found dead in auto
- March 29, 2018
The Pinal County Sheriff's Office in a statement identified the mother as Brittany Velasquez. Velasquez' toddler and infant were found dead Monday in their vehicle seats in a auto outside the home of relatives in the mining town of Superior. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
The Pinal County Sheriff's Office in a statement identified the mother as Brittany Velasquez. Velasquez' toddler and infant were found dead Monday in their vehicle seats in a auto outside the home of relatives in the mining town of Superior. (more...)
Gates Knew Campaign Contact was Russian Intelligence, Says Mueller Document
- March 29, 2018
Alex van der Zwaan arrives at a plea agreement hearing at the D.C. federal courthouse in Washington, Feb. 20, 2018. Fourth, the lies and withholding of documents were material to the Special Counsel's Office's investigation. Van der Zwaan has not been allowed to travel outside of Washington and Manhattan as he awaits sentencing. In a late Tuesday court filing late, the special counsel alleged that this unnamed person worked for one of former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort's ... (more...)
- March 29, 2018
Alex van der Zwaan arrives at a plea agreement hearing at the D.C. federal courthouse in Washington, Feb. 20, 2018. Fourth, the lies and withholding of documents were material to the Special Counsel's Office's investigation. Van der Zwaan has not been allowed to travel outside of Washington and Manhattan as he awaits sentencing. In a late Tuesday court filing late, the special counsel alleged that this unnamed person worked for one of former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort's ... (more...)
Trump Lawyer Held Out Prospect of Pardons to Flynn and Manafort
- March 29, 2018
The White House pushed back Wednesday against reports that President Donald Trump's former lawyer had considered pardoning Michael Flynn and Paul Manafort , stressing that such clemency is not now under consideration for anyone tied to the investigation into alleged Russian election meddling. (more...)
- March 29, 2018
The White House pushed back Wednesday against reports that President Donald Trump's former lawyer had considered pardoning Michael Flynn and Paul Manafort , stressing that such clemency is not now under consideration for anyone tied to the investigation into alleged Russian election meddling. (more...)
Rain set to move in Monday afternoon
- March 28, 2018
Another low pressure system will move northeast over OH on Thursday . It will continue to be a bit on the cool side, however, with highs running a few degrees below normal, in the mid to upper 40s. The rain threat lingers in the morning Wednesday but showers won't be as steady Wednesday afternoon. "When you have a band like that, it can be much more intense, nearly like thunderstorms can be", Barrett said. (more...)
- March 28, 2018
Another low pressure system will move northeast over OH on Thursday . It will continue to be a bit on the cool side, however, with highs running a few degrees below normal, in the mid to upper 40s. The rain threat lingers in the morning Wednesday but showers won't be as steady Wednesday afternoon. "When you have a band like that, it can be much more intense, nearly like thunderstorms can be", Barrett said. (more...)
'Violent deportee' reportedly escapes ICE custody at JFK airport
- March 28, 2018
The detainee was being transported in Terminal 4 from one flight to another when officials took off his handcuffs. The man, who has not yet been identified, is described as a "violent deportee" by local law enforcement officials, the New York Daily News reported Wednesday morning. (more...)
- March 28, 2018
The detainee was being transported in Terminal 4 from one flight to another when officials took off his handcuffs. The man, who has not yet been identified, is described as a "violent deportee" by local law enforcement officials, the New York Daily News reported Wednesday morning. (more...)
Milpitas: School board president changes mind about arming teachers
- March 28, 2018
While some people were happy to hear that the city would maintain its low taxes during a time when the state is battling a growing deficit and considering the possibility of tolls and new taxes, others were not so pleased. Simmons is faced with the daunting task of overseeing the opening the new Stagebarn Middle School in the Piedmont/Summerset area this fall as well as managing growth throughout the district. (more...)
- March 28, 2018
While some people were happy to hear that the city would maintain its low taxes during a time when the state is battling a growing deficit and considering the possibility of tolls and new taxes, others were not so pleased. Simmons is faced with the daunting task of overseeing the opening the new Stagebarn Middle School in the Piedmont/Summerset area this fall as well as managing growth throughout the district. (more...)
Slain French policeman hero honored in grand national homage
- March 28, 2018
You can not help but be deeply moved by the tragic story surrounding the latest terrorist atrocities in France , more specifically the heroism of Lt Col Arnaud Beltrame . Investigating judges on Tuesday filed preliminary charges of criminal terrorist association against the woman, identified only as Marine P., according to a judicial official. (more...)
- March 28, 2018
You can not help but be deeply moved by the tragic story surrounding the latest terrorist atrocities in France , more specifically the heroism of Lt Col Arnaud Beltrame . Investigating judges on Tuesday filed preliminary charges of criminal terrorist association against the woman, identified only as Marine P., according to a judicial official. (more...)
Date set for Republic of Ireland's abortion referendum
- March 28, 2018
The announcement paves the way for what is likely to be eight weeks of divisive campaigning from both sides of the debate. Abortion has always been a divisive issue in the once stridently Catholic country. The government announced Wednesday the referendum will be held on May 25. Along with Poland and Malta, the country is among the last holdouts in banning abortion in most circumstances under the 8th amendment to the Irish constitution. (more...)
- March 28, 2018
The announcement paves the way for what is likely to be eight weeks of divisive campaigning from both sides of the debate. Abortion has always been a divisive issue in the once stridently Catholic country. The government announced Wednesday the referendum will be held on May 25. Along with Poland and Malta, the country is among the last holdouts in banning abortion in most circumstances under the 8th amendment to the Irish constitution. (more...)
The White House's latest hire is a former Disney star
- March 28, 2018
Former Disney Channel actress Caroline Sunshine has landed herself a job in the White House press office. However, this is not her first foray into politics. Sunshine (that's her legitimate last name) got her big break as a regular on Shake It Up alongside Zendaya and Bella Thorne . The California girl has established a solid career in media and corporations; apart from just the entertainment industry alone; she was most recently a White House intern. (more...)
- March 28, 2018
Former Disney Channel actress Caroline Sunshine has landed herself a job in the White House press office. However, this is not her first foray into politics. Sunshine (that's her legitimate last name) got her big break as a regular on Shake It Up alongside Zendaya and Bella Thorne . The California girl has established a solid career in media and corporations; apart from just the entertainment industry alone; she was most recently a White House intern. (more...)
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