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Former Dem rep's comeback bid foiled by Neb. primary loss
- May 17, 2018
Liberal nonprofit executive Kara Eastman (D) won the Democratic nomination by a scant 1126-vote margin, a number outside the window which would trigger an automatic recount under Nebraska law . Jeff Fortenberry. Ricketts ran against Krystal Gabel of Omaha, a registered Republican who has volunteered to create the Legal Marijuana Now Party of Nebraska. (more...)
- May 17, 2018
Liberal nonprofit executive Kara Eastman (D) won the Democratic nomination by a scant 1126-vote margin, a number outside the window which would trigger an automatic recount under Nebraska law . Jeff Fortenberry. Ricketts ran against Krystal Gabel of Omaha, a registered Republican who has volunteered to create the Legal Marijuana Now Party of Nebraska. (more...)
SCOTUS Feigns Federalism in Sports Betting Decision
- May 17, 2018
Casinos and race tracks are celebrating the news; owners say the lift on the ban will generate revenue and a source of entertainment. "The PASPA provision at issue here-prohibiting state authorization of sports gambling-violates the anticommandeering rule". (more...)
- May 17, 2018
Casinos and race tracks are celebrating the news; owners say the lift on the ban will generate revenue and a source of entertainment. "The PASPA provision at issue here-prohibiting state authorization of sports gambling-violates the anticommandeering rule". (more...)
Karnataka Assembly Elections 2018: NCP, Shiv Sena doubt EVMs, demand ballot papers
- May 17, 2018
According to sources, the Congress wants to ensure that the BJP is stalled from setting up government in Bengaluru ahead of the 2019 Lok Sabha elections as it will deal a blow to Opposition morale. "One can imagine if the BJP wins polls in states where it was not in power at any point of time, but how you account for the BJP's electoral success in a state where the people have already experienced its misrule". (more...)
- May 17, 2018
According to sources, the Congress wants to ensure that the BJP is stalled from setting up government in Bengaluru ahead of the 2019 Lok Sabha elections as it will deal a blow to Opposition morale. "One can imagine if the BJP wins polls in states where it was not in power at any point of time, but how you account for the BJP's electoral success in a state where the people have already experienced its misrule". (more...)
Turkish banker in Iran sanctions case faces sentencing
- May 17, 2018
Prosecutors have said that beginning around 2012, Atilla was involved in a scheme to help Iran spend oil and gas revenues overseas using fraudulent gold and food transactions through Halkbank, violating US sanctions. The ministry accused the US court of taking false evidence and statements fabricated by supporters of Fethullah Gülen, the leader of the Gülensit terror Group (FETÖ) accused of orchestrating a failed coup in 2016, and said Atilla had been sentenced despite being innocent. (more...)
- May 17, 2018
Prosecutors have said that beginning around 2012, Atilla was involved in a scheme to help Iran spend oil and gas revenues overseas using fraudulent gold and food transactions through Halkbank, violating US sanctions. The ministry accused the US court of taking false evidence and statements fabricated by supporters of Fethullah Gülen, the leader of the Gülensit terror Group (FETÖ) accused of orchestrating a failed coup in 2016, and said Atilla had been sentenced despite being innocent. (more...)
SC upholds Khaleda's bail order; immediate release 'unlikely'
- May 17, 2018
Earlier on February 22, the High Court asked Dhaka Special Judge Court-5, which convicted Khaleda Zia in Zia Orphanage Trust graft case, to send the case documents within 15 days. Later, the anti-corruption commission and the government challenged the high court order, taking their appeals to the appellate division. The other accused are former lawmaker Kazi Salimul Haque Kamal, businessman Sharfuddin Ahmed, Dr Kamal Uddin Siddiqui, and Khaleda's nephew Mominur Rahman. (more...)
- May 17, 2018
Earlier on February 22, the High Court asked Dhaka Special Judge Court-5, which convicted Khaleda Zia in Zia Orphanage Trust graft case, to send the case documents within 15 days. Later, the anti-corruption commission and the government challenged the high court order, taking their appeals to the appellate division. The other accused are former lawmaker Kazi Salimul Haque Kamal, businessman Sharfuddin Ahmed, Dr Kamal Uddin Siddiqui, and Khaleda's nephew Mominur Rahman. (more...)
Russian opposition leader Navalny jailed for 30 days over protest
- May 17, 2018
The protests initiated by opposition leader Navalny, who was detained nearly immediately after the appearance at the rally, but later released until the hearing. About it Navalny wrote on Twitter. The court also was expected to rule on another administrative case against Navalny involving charges of disobedience to police, which carries a punishment of 15 days in prison. (more...)
- May 17, 2018
The protests initiated by opposition leader Navalny, who was detained nearly immediately after the appearance at the rally, but later released until the hearing. About it Navalny wrote on Twitter. The court also was expected to rule on another administrative case against Navalny involving charges of disobedience to police, which carries a punishment of 15 days in prison. (more...)
Kent State grad takes aim at anti-gun policies
- May 17, 2018
However, a representative from Kent State University tells Yahoo Lifestyle that the above language does not apply to Bennett because she graduated Saturday and returned to campus Sunday to take the photos . "Why does the school value the lives of guests more than those paying thousands of dollars to attend the university?" Calling for #CampusCarryNow , the 22-year-old tweeted a photo of her strutting through the Kent State campus with an AR-10 slung across her back. (more...)
- May 17, 2018
However, a representative from Kent State University tells Yahoo Lifestyle that the above language does not apply to Bennett because she graduated Saturday and returned to campus Sunday to take the photos . "Why does the school value the lives of guests more than those paying thousands of dollars to attend the university?" Calling for #CampusCarryNow , the 22-year-old tweeted a photo of her strutting through the Kent State campus with an AR-10 slung across her back. (more...)
Christina Aguilera and Demi Lovato unveil empowering anthem 'Fall In Line'
- May 17, 2018
Returning to a similar theme as some of her biggest hits Fighter and Beautiful , Fall in Line sounds BIG. " Fall in Line ", off Aguilera's upcoming album, Liberation , encourages girls to speak up and think for themselves. may you liberate your voice and break the mold, never back down, and never fall in line ", Christina tweeted moments after the song was released. (more...)
- May 17, 2018
Returning to a similar theme as some of her biggest hits Fighter and Beautiful , Fall in Line sounds BIG. " Fall in Line ", off Aguilera's upcoming album, Liberation , encourages girls to speak up and think for themselves. may you liberate your voice and break the mold, never back down, and never fall in line ", Christina tweeted moments after the song was released. (more...)
Five-Star to brief citizens on blueprint for government with League
- May 17, 2018
There was still no word on the thorny issue of who would be prime minister. The joint document will demand the ECB forgives Italy of €250 billion Italian benchmark BTP bonds bought under the bank's so-called "quantitative easing" programme to help reduce Italy's public debt. (more...)
- May 17, 2018
There was still no word on the thorny issue of who would be prime minister. The joint document will demand the ECB forgives Italy of €250 billion Italian benchmark BTP bonds bought under the bank's so-called "quantitative easing" programme to help reduce Italy's public debt. (more...)
Federal research says California solar mandate could increase housing prices
- May 17, 2018
The California Energy Commission estimates that the new standards will add about $40 to an average monthly payment based on a 30-year mortgage. Builders can make individual homes available with solar panels or build a shared solar-power system serving a group of homes. (more...)
- May 17, 2018
The California Energy Commission estimates that the new standards will add about $40 to an average monthly payment based on a 30-year mortgage. Builders can make individual homes available with solar panels or build a shared solar-power system serving a group of homes. (more...)
Merkel: Transatlantic ties must endure dispute about Iran nuclear deal
- May 17, 2018
Security Council". Germany pushed back against Washington's rejection of historic Iran nuclear deal on Wednesday, saying the accord helped world leaders deal with concerns it has with the Islamic Republic. President Donald Trump announced last week the USA would pull out of the 2015 accord, which is created to keep Tehran's nuclear ambitions in check and took over a decade to negotiate. (more...)
- May 17, 2018
Security Council". Germany pushed back against Washington's rejection of historic Iran nuclear deal on Wednesday, saying the accord helped world leaders deal with concerns it has with the Islamic Republic. President Donald Trump announced last week the USA would pull out of the 2015 accord, which is created to keep Tehran's nuclear ambitions in check and took over a decade to negotiate. (more...)
Barcelona in South Africa for Mamelodi Sundowns Friendly
- May 17, 2018
Enjoy all the Twitter reaction from South African fans, looking forward to Mamelodi Sundowns hosting Barcelona on Wednesday night. A security operation will be mounted in and around FNB Stadium to ensure a safe atmosphere when the venue hosts the high-profile global club friendly between Mamelodi Sundowns and Spanish powerhouses Barcelona on Wednesday night. (more...)
- May 17, 2018
Enjoy all the Twitter reaction from South African fans, looking forward to Mamelodi Sundowns hosting Barcelona on Wednesday night. A security operation will be mounted in and around FNB Stadium to ensure a safe atmosphere when the venue hosts the high-profile global club friendly between Mamelodi Sundowns and Spanish powerhouses Barcelona on Wednesday night. (more...)
PM Narendra Modi's comment an " "outburst of frustration" : TMC"
- May 17, 2018
Barring few stray incidents of violence in some booths , the re-polling in 572 polling booths in West Bengal panchayat elections was largely peaceful on Wednesday. Twelve people were killed on Monday in clashes between rival political groups vying for village council seats in eastern India, police said. Two CPI (M) party workers were killed in Nandigram Block-2 in East Midnapore, when miscreants hurled bombs outside a polling booth . (more...)
- May 17, 2018
Barring few stray incidents of violence in some booths , the re-polling in 572 polling booths in West Bengal panchayat elections was largely peaceful on Wednesday. Twelve people were killed on Monday in clashes between rival political groups vying for village council seats in eastern India, police said. Two CPI (M) party workers were killed in Nandigram Block-2 in East Midnapore, when miscreants hurled bombs outside a polling booth . (more...)
Trump repaid attorney who paid off Stormy Daniels - ethics disclosure
- May 16, 2018
Rudy Giuliani, who recently became the Republican president's new personal attorney, has said Trump reimbursed Cohen for the original, $130,000 payment, which was made shortly before Trump's victory in the November 8, 2016 presidential election. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
Rudy Giuliani, who recently became the Republican president's new personal attorney, has said Trump reimbursed Cohen for the original, $130,000 payment, which was made shortly before Trump's victory in the November 8, 2016 presidential election. (more...)
EU's Donald Tusk takes aim at Donald Trump over Iran, steel sanctions
- May 16, 2018
European Commissioner Dimitris Avramopoulos said the EU was willing to use legislation that would make it illegal for European companies to comply with USA sanctions imposed on Iran . " We need to bring back reality in this discussion, which is not the case today ". And there's Donald Tusk versus Donald Trump battle going on - played out on Trump's favourite communication tool. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
European Commissioner Dimitris Avramopoulos said the EU was willing to use legislation that would make it illegal for European companies to comply with USA sanctions imposed on Iran . " We need to bring back reality in this discussion, which is not the case today ". And there's Donald Tusk versus Donald Trump battle going on - played out on Trump's favourite communication tool. (more...)
What Pope Francis said about Gaza killings, violence in middle
- May 16, 2018
More than 60 Palestinians have been killed - many by Israeli live fire - in the last two days amid violent demonstrations over the opening of a new U.S. Pope Francis had previous defended Barros, saying he had received no evidence of the bishop's guilt, and called accusations against him "calumny" during a trip to Chile in January. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
More than 60 Palestinians have been killed - many by Israeli live fire - in the last two days amid violent demonstrations over the opening of a new U.S. Pope Francis had previous defended Barros, saying he had received no evidence of the bishop's guilt, and called accusations against him "calumny" during a trip to Chile in January. (more...)
Sherpa Kami Rita Sets Record with 22nd Successful Climb of Mount Everest
- May 16, 2018
Mr Kami Rita Sherpa , a professional guide, and Ms Lhakpa Sherpa , who works in a supermarket in CT, reached the summit from opposite sides of the 8,848m mountain. Rajeev Shrestha of the Seven Summit Adventure agency in Kathmandu said he received a message from the base camp about the successful climb. This year, her climb was sponsored by the outfitter Black Diamond, who provided gear and monetary support. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
Mr Kami Rita Sherpa , a professional guide, and Ms Lhakpa Sherpa , who works in a supermarket in CT, reached the summit from opposite sides of the 8,848m mountain. Rajeev Shrestha of the Seven Summit Adventure agency in Kathmandu said he received a message from the base camp about the successful climb. This year, her climb was sponsored by the outfitter Black Diamond, who provided gear and monetary support. (more...)
Men's Golf in 40th Place at NCAA's
- May 16, 2018
The native of England had a big eagle, his third of the season, on the par-5, 627-yard fifth hole to give his team an enormous boost. With two rounds still to play, expect a lot of change along the leaderboard. 10 at the Bay Oaks Country Club in Houston for the opening round of the 2018 NCAA Division II Women's Golf Championship. Sophomore Andrew Israelson shot an opening round even-par 72 and is tied for 27th, leading the Bison on day one . (more...)
- May 16, 2018
The native of England had a big eagle, his third of the season, on the par-5, 627-yard fifth hole to give his team an enormous boost. With two rounds still to play, expect a lot of change along the leaderboard. 10 at the Bay Oaks Country Club in Houston for the opening round of the 2018 NCAA Division II Women's Golf Championship. Sophomore Andrew Israelson shot an opening round even-par 72 and is tied for 27th, leading the Bison on day one . (more...)
Dixon High School shooting: DHS students call ex-classmate, shooter a 'troublemaker'
- May 16, 2018
While pursing the subject, the subject shot several rounds toward the school resource officer, at which time the officer returned fire and struck the suspect. Parents should pick up their kids at the Page Park baseball fields. "As we continue to gather more information about the shooting incident at Dixon High School this morning, I extend my deepest gratitude to the Dixon Police Department, and especially the School Resource Officer (SRO) on site, for their swift action today and for ... (more...)
- May 16, 2018
While pursing the subject, the subject shot several rounds toward the school resource officer, at which time the officer returned fire and struck the suspect. Parents should pick up their kids at the Page Park baseball fields. "As we continue to gather more information about the shooting incident at Dixon High School this morning, I extend my deepest gratitude to the Dixon Police Department, and especially the School Resource Officer (SRO) on site, for their swift action today and for ... (more...)
Senate panel releases interview transcripts with Trump Jr
- May 16, 2018
Asked in the interview if his father was involved in drafting the statement, Trump said: "I don't know". According to the transcripts, Trump Jr. also said he didn't think there was anything wrong with attending the Trump Tower meeting in which he was promised dirt on Hillary Clinton . (more...)
- May 16, 2018
Asked in the interview if his father was involved in drafting the statement, Trump said: "I don't know". According to the transcripts, Trump Jr. also said he didn't think there was anything wrong with attending the Trump Tower meeting in which he was promised dirt on Hillary Clinton . (more...)
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