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Another Trump Lawyer Stalls Cohen's Bid to Block Review of Seized Papers
- April 14, 2018
On Monday, President Donald Trump learned that F.B.I. agents had raided an office and a hotel apartment that were the territory of Michael Cohen , his personal lawyer. "In any case, neither the special counsel's party affiliation nor that of his lawyers matters". Mr. Trump reacted forcefully to the news of the raid, calling it a "disgraceful situation" and "an attack on our country". (more...)
- April 14, 2018
On Monday, President Donald Trump learned that F.B.I. agents had raided an office and a hotel apartment that were the territory of Michael Cohen , his personal lawyer. "In any case, neither the special counsel's party affiliation nor that of his lawyers matters". Mr. Trump reacted forcefully to the news of the raid, calling it a "disgraceful situation" and "an attack on our country". (more...)
Gov. Abbott visits troops at the border
- April 14, 2018
Trump's deployment order represents another step toward fulfilling one of his core campaign promises: strengthening border security and reducing what he says is an influx of undocumented immigrants, drugs and crime. Brown took a different approach in California, agreeing to send troops but expressing his displeasure with the politics surrounding Trump's decision. (more...)
- April 14, 2018
Trump's deployment order represents another step toward fulfilling one of his core campaign promises: strengthening border security and reducing what he says is an influx of undocumented immigrants, drugs and crime. Brown took a different approach in California, agreeing to send troops but expressing his displeasure with the politics surrounding Trump's decision. (more...)
Man charged in Lewes-area robbery, woman still sought
- April 14, 2018
Since then, a witness testified that he's been making more death threats. But she went on to meet Jason, 43, who already had children, and the pair married in 2010. "We only had an hour together, but I felt as if we had been friends for years", Snipes told Fox News . "I said, 'Is everything okay.' She said, 'I'm still in Raleigh, I had the baby ". (more...)
- April 14, 2018
Since then, a witness testified that he's been making more death threats. But she went on to meet Jason, 43, who already had children, and the pair married in 2010. "We only had an hour together, but I felt as if we had been friends for years", Snipes told Fox News . "I said, 'Is everything okay.' She said, 'I'm still in Raleigh, I had the baby ". (more...)
Theresa May wins Cabinet backing to 'deter' Assad's chemical attacks
- April 14, 2018
The continuing involvement of American forces in Syria, Iraq and Afghanistan, where the USA has fought extended conflicts since September 11, 2001, continues to be a source of consternation for him. About 2,000 US military personnel are in Syria. "But on a strategic level, it's how do we keep this from escalating out of control - if you get my drift on that", Mattis told the House Armed Services Committee Thursday morning. (more...)
- April 14, 2018
The continuing involvement of American forces in Syria, Iraq and Afghanistan, where the USA has fought extended conflicts since September 11, 2001, continues to be a source of consternation for him. About 2,000 US military personnel are in Syria. "But on a strategic level, it's how do we keep this from escalating out of control - if you get my drift on that", Mattis told the House Armed Services Committee Thursday morning. (more...)
Russian Federation says Syria chemical attack 'staged'
- April 14, 2018
He "regretted" the Russian veto at the U.N. Security Council which prevented a "united and firm response" after a suspected gas attack last week in Douma, Syria . Gen. Igor Konashenkov, said Friday that Britain was "directly involved in the provocation", but didn't elaborate or provide evidence. Slovenia's Foreign Minister Karl Erjavec said in a statement to the official STA news agency that "due to the Syria crisis", French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian cancelled his planned ... (more...)
- April 14, 2018
He "regretted" the Russian veto at the U.N. Security Council which prevented a "united and firm response" after a suspected gas attack last week in Douma, Syria . Gen. Igor Konashenkov, said Friday that Britain was "directly involved in the provocation", but didn't elaborate or provide evidence. Slovenia's Foreign Minister Karl Erjavec said in a statement to the official STA news agency that "due to the Syria crisis", French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian cancelled his planned ... (more...)
Pacers prepare for Cavaliers in playoffs
- April 14, 2018
They counted out the Pacers in July, October and now in April. The Cavaliers will face the fifth seed Indiana Pacers with home-court advantage in the first round. The confidence oozes out of this team from top to bottom. Playing with a chip on not just one, but both shoulders. Can the Pacers "shock the world"--a phrase they dropped several times after Thursday's practice? That was not the M.O. (more...)
- April 14, 2018
They counted out the Pacers in July, October and now in April. The Cavaliers will face the fifth seed Indiana Pacers with home-court advantage in the first round. The confidence oozes out of this team from top to bottom. Playing with a chip on not just one, but both shoulders. Can the Pacers "shock the world"--a phrase they dropped several times after Thursday's practice? That was not the M.O. (more...)
Girl Scout troop comprised of homeless members holds 1st cookie sale
- April 14, 2018
But after kind-hearted cookie addicts bought them out by Wednesday night, the troop has restocked and is now hoping to hit 12,000 boxes sold by the end of the weekend. Kellogg Company happens to own Little Brownie Bakers, which makes the Girl Scout cookies for the Girl Scouts of Greater New York. "And we can sell cookies!" And according to CBS, people waited nearly an hour to get their Thin Mints, Samoas, and more. (more...)
- April 14, 2018
But after kind-hearted cookie addicts bought them out by Wednesday night, the troop has restocked and is now hoping to hit 12,000 boxes sold by the end of the weekend. Kellogg Company happens to own Little Brownie Bakers, which makes the Girl Scout cookies for the Girl Scouts of Greater New York. "And we can sell cookies!" And according to CBS, people waited nearly an hour to get their Thin Mints, Samoas, and more. (more...)
Trump is analyzing situation over Syria
- April 14, 2018
Russia's foreign minister has asserted that a suspected chemical attack in the Syrian town of Douma last weekend was fabricated with the help of an unspecified foreign intelligence agency. " Russian Federation can complain all it wants about fake news, but no one is buying its lies and its cover-ups". "The immediate priority is to avert the danger of war", said Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia. (more...)
- April 14, 2018
Russia's foreign minister has asserted that a suspected chemical attack in the Syrian town of Douma last weekend was fabricated with the help of an unspecified foreign intelligence agency. " Russian Federation can complain all it wants about fake news, but no one is buying its lies and its cover-ups". "The immediate priority is to avert the danger of war", said Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia. (more...)
Paul Ryan declares support for Kevin McCarthy as next House Speaker
- April 14, 2018
McCarthy and Majority Whip Steve Scalise have been considered the front-runners to replace Ryan, elections for which won't be held until after this fall's midterms. For another, Republicans may be jockeying to become the next minority leader, since Democrats now hold a significant polling advantage on generic congressional ballots. (more...)
- April 14, 2018
McCarthy and Majority Whip Steve Scalise have been considered the front-runners to replace Ryan, elections for which won't be held until after this fall's midterms. For another, Republicans may be jockeying to become the next minority leader, since Democrats now hold a significant polling advantage on generic congressional ballots. (more...)
Supreme Court to examine Shanti Bhushan's PIL on rosters
- April 14, 2018
Prima facie, allocation of "sensitive and important cases" done by the collegium of five senior-most judges is not a workable solution because that would mean the five judges would be required to sit every day or twice a week to allocate cases: Justice Sikri. (more...)
- April 14, 2018
Prima facie, allocation of "sensitive and important cases" done by the collegium of five senior-most judges is not a workable solution because that would mean the five judges would be required to sit every day or twice a week to allocate cases: Justice Sikri. (more...)
Justice Department Watchdog: McCabe Misled Investigators
- April 14, 2018
McCabe was sacked March 16 by Attorney General Jeff Sessions just two days before he was to retire with a full federal pension. McCabe fired back, saying his dismissal was part of the Trump administration's "ongoing war" on the FBI and special counsel Robert Mueller's Russian Federation investigation. (more...)
- April 14, 2018
McCabe was sacked March 16 by Attorney General Jeff Sessions just two days before he was to retire with a full federal pension. McCabe fired back, saying his dismissal was part of the Trump administration's "ongoing war" on the FBI and special counsel Robert Mueller's Russian Federation investigation. (more...)
Volkswagen considers asset sales to cut cost-CEO
- April 14, 2018
Separately, VW said it is preparing its truck and bus division for the capital markets, a step that could include selling shares in the division. "My most important task will now be to join with our management team and our Group workforce in consistently pursuing and pushing forward our evolution into a profitable, world-leading provider of sustainable mobility". (more...)
- April 14, 2018
Separately, VW said it is preparing its truck and bus division for the capital markets, a step that could include selling shares in the division. "My most important task will now be to join with our management team and our Group workforce in consistently pursuing and pushing forward our evolution into a profitable, world-leading provider of sustainable mobility". (more...)
Two Indian groups offer to invest $251m in Fortis
- April 14, 2018
The family offices of the two prominent Delhi business groups plan to infuse Rs 500 crore into Fortis immediately through a preferential offer and follow up with another Rs 750 crore through a similar offer within three weeks. IHH's valuation tops the other two offers that Fortis got from Manipal-TPG consortium and a joint bid from Munjal (Hero) and the Burmans (Dabur). The development comes at a time when IHH Healthcare and Manipal Hospitals Enterprises Pvt. (more...)
- April 14, 2018
The family offices of the two prominent Delhi business groups plan to infuse Rs 500 crore into Fortis immediately through a preferential offer and follow up with another Rs 750 crore through a similar offer within three weeks. IHH's valuation tops the other two offers that Fortis got from Manipal-TPG consortium and a joint bid from Munjal (Hero) and the Burmans (Dabur). The development comes at a time when IHH Healthcare and Manipal Hospitals Enterprises Pvt. (more...)
Syrian forces retake Eastern Ghouta, Russia says
- April 14, 2018
Mr. Trump has largely avoided criticizing Russian President Vladimir Putin by name, though he singled him out in a tweet over the weekend for supporting Mr. US. Defence Secretary Jim Mattis, sought to play down Trump's threat of missile strikes, saying the US was assessing intelligence about the suspected attack. (more...)
- April 14, 2018
Mr. Trump has largely avoided criticizing Russian President Vladimir Putin by name, though he singled him out in a tweet over the weekend for supporting Mr. US. Defence Secretary Jim Mattis, sought to play down Trump's threat of missile strikes, saying the US was assessing intelligence about the suspected attack. (more...)
Pompeo: US airstrikes in February killed 'a couple hundred Russians'
- April 14, 2018
The New Jersey senator started off his questioning at Pompeo's Senate confirmation hearing gently enough, asking about his previous comments disparaging religions other than his own. "I don't know the answer to that". Pompeo defended his record, promising he will treat people of all faiths "with the dignity and respect that they deserve". (more...)
- April 14, 2018
The New Jersey senator started off his questioning at Pompeo's Senate confirmation hearing gently enough, asking about his previous comments disparaging religions other than his own. "I don't know the answer to that". Pompeo defended his record, promising he will treat people of all faiths "with the dignity and respect that they deserve". (more...)
Ecuador confirms death of journalists kidnapped by FARC dissidents
- April 14, 2018
Journalist Javier Ortega , photographer Paul Rivas , and driver Efrain Segarra were kidnapped on March 26 in Ecuador's northern border in Esmeraldas while reporting on a series of violent attacks against Ecuadorean security forces. The region has always been suffering from Colombian rebel groups activities. He said the time for restraint was over and that he won't allow Ecuador to become a haven for transnational drug gangs. (more...)
- April 14, 2018
Journalist Javier Ortega , photographer Paul Rivas , and driver Efrain Segarra were kidnapped on March 26 in Ecuador's northern border in Esmeraldas while reporting on a series of violent attacks against Ecuadorean security forces. The region has always been suffering from Colombian rebel groups activities. He said the time for restraint was over and that he won't allow Ecuador to become a haven for transnational drug gangs. (more...)
Zuckerberg assures Congress that Facebook is not listening to users' conversations
- April 14, 2018
David Fraser, a Halifax privacy lawyer, isn't convinced that the narrative is accurate. But in Bhatt's opinion, data is even harder to control than oil. That wasn't the case with mine. If you've ever used Facebook's Messenger app, you've likely given the company access to your phone contacts . Fraser concluded that the 10 companies that got his email address were ad agencies. (more...)
- April 14, 2018
David Fraser, a Halifax privacy lawyer, isn't convinced that the narrative is accurate. But in Bhatt's opinion, data is even harder to control than oil. That wasn't the case with mine. If you've ever used Facebook's Messenger app, you've likely given the company access to your phone contacts . Fraser concluded that the 10 companies that got his email address were ad agencies. (more...)
Russian Federation rejects Skripal attack findings report by chemical weapons watchdog
- April 14, 2018
Russian Federation has said it does not have such nerve agents and President Vladimir Putin said it was nonsense to think that Moscow would have poisoned the Skripals. While it was "unlikely" that Novichok could be made and deployed by terrorists or criminal gangs, Sir Mark said Russian Federation had continued to produce and stockpile small quantities of the nerve agent within the last decade. (more...)
- April 14, 2018
Russian Federation has said it does not have such nerve agents and President Vladimir Putin said it was nonsense to think that Moscow would have poisoned the Skripals. While it was "unlikely" that Novichok could be made and deployed by terrorists or criminal gangs, Sir Mark said Russian Federation had continued to produce and stockpile small quantities of the nerve agent within the last decade. (more...)
Wellington police investigate death of 7-month-old girl
- April 14, 2018
He remained unconscious until he passed away on Wednesday night. The officer who was in the other vehicle, Sgt. He was 35 years old at the time. Ole Jorgensen, suffered a serious injury in the collision. Police said Jordan at been at headquarters (then on Fisgard Street) as he was supposed to be on his way home. VicPD are planning a funeral with full police honours. (more...)
- April 14, 2018
He remained unconscious until he passed away on Wednesday night. The officer who was in the other vehicle, Sgt. He was 35 years old at the time. Ole Jorgensen, suffered a serious injury in the collision. Police said Jordan at been at headquarters (then on Fisgard Street) as he was supposed to be on his way home. VicPD are planning a funeral with full police honours. (more...)
Firefighters injured in North Preston house fire released
- April 14, 2018
When the Amherst Volunteer Fire Department arrived at 4:30 p.m., Brown said the house was engulfed in flames. All occupants of a property in Motueka manged to escape the blaze, which occurred at 11:30pm on Friday night. "In the exterior, we got it quickly knocked down". "I was going to say these things happen, but they don't really", Peter added. Three homes were damaged after an early morning house fire in Oklahoma City. (more...)
- April 14, 2018
When the Amherst Volunteer Fire Department arrived at 4:30 p.m., Brown said the house was engulfed in flames. All occupants of a property in Motueka manged to escape the blaze, which occurred at 11:30pm on Friday night. "In the exterior, we got it quickly knocked down". "I was going to say these things happen, but they don't really", Peter added. Three homes were damaged after an early morning house fire in Oklahoma City. (more...)
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