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One dead as Cyclone Mekunu hits southern Oman
- May 26, 2018
Socotra has broadly been spared the fighting, however areas such as south Yemen, where the cyclone is due to hit next, have been affected by starvation and cholera in what the United Nations calls the world's worst humanitarian crisis. Also, the Health Ministry said it evacuated critically ill patients at locations of the Sultan Qaboos Hospital in Salalah, flying them by air north to Muscat , the country's capital. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
Socotra has broadly been spared the fighting, however areas such as south Yemen, where the cyclone is due to hit next, have been affected by starvation and cholera in what the United Nations calls the world's worst humanitarian crisis. Also, the Health Ministry said it evacuated critically ill patients at locations of the Sultan Qaboos Hospital in Salalah, flying them by air north to Muscat , the country's capital. (more...)
Michael Cohen Got $500,000 After Trump Tower Meeting With Russian Oligarch
- May 26, 2018
Billionaire Viktor Vekselberg allegedly met with Cohen for about 20 minutes in Cohen's office. When it was revealed that a USA firm with ties to Russian oligarch Viktor Vekselberg had paid Michael Cohen half a million dollars , the firm, Columbus Nova, assured the oligarch had nothing to do with it. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
Billionaire Viktor Vekselberg allegedly met with Cohen for about 20 minutes in Cohen's office. When it was revealed that a USA firm with ties to Russian oligarch Viktor Vekselberg had paid Michael Cohen half a million dollars , the firm, Columbus Nova, assured the oligarch had nothing to do with it. (more...)
Several airlines hold off listing Taiwan as part of China
- May 26, 2018
Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen, in televised remarks, criticized Beijing for trying to undermine the island's sovereignty, saying those efforts "exposed China's anxiety and lack of confidence". Beijing and Taipei have each refused to diplomatically recognize any nation that recognizes the other, and each side has offered generous aid in the past to attract allies among developing countries. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen, in televised remarks, criticized Beijing for trying to undermine the island's sovereignty, saying those efforts "exposed China's anxiety and lack of confidence". Beijing and Taipei have each refused to diplomatically recognize any nation that recognizes the other, and each side has offered generous aid in the past to attract allies among developing countries. (more...)
The woman who became the face of Ireland’s campaign for abortion rights
- May 26, 2018
In 2017, the Citizens' Assembly, a body set up advise the Irish government on constitutional change, voted to replace or amend the part of Ireland's Constitution which strictly limits the availability of abortion . The exit poll showed "an overwhelming desire for change that nobody has foreseen", wrote Irish Times deputy political editor Fiach Kelly. In January after his cabinet agreed to hold the referendum, Varadkar said, "I do not believe that the Constitution is the place for ... (more...)
- May 26, 2018
In 2017, the Citizens' Assembly, a body set up advise the Irish government on constitutional change, voted to replace or amend the part of Ireland's Constitution which strictly limits the availability of abortion . The exit poll showed "an overwhelming desire for change that nobody has foreseen", wrote Irish Times deputy political editor Fiach Kelly. In January after his cabinet agreed to hold the referendum, Varadkar said, "I do not believe that the Constitution is the place for ... (more...)
Russian military missile downed MH17 passenger jet in 2014, investigators say
- May 26, 2018
All those aboard died. A fragment from Malaysian Airlines flight 17 is seen at a crash site in Hrabove (Grabovo), Ukraine, Sept. 9, 2014. The Joint Investigation Team consists of investigators from Australia, Belgium, Malaysia, the Netherlands and Ukraine. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
All those aboard died. A fragment from Malaysian Airlines flight 17 is seen at a crash site in Hrabove (Grabovo), Ukraine, Sept. 9, 2014. The Joint Investigation Team consists of investigators from Australia, Belgium, Malaysia, the Netherlands and Ukraine. (more...)
Football coach shot three times trying to stop IN school shooter
- May 26, 2018
Seaman played for Southern Illinois from 2007 to 2010 as a defensive end, notching 88 tackles and eight sacks with two forced fumbles in 47 games for the Salukis. "Then he started screaming to call 911 and get out and we realized he had gotten him to the ground and the gun was out of his hands", another student said. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
Seaman played for Southern Illinois from 2007 to 2010 as a defensive end, notching 88 tackles and eight sacks with two forced fumbles in 47 games for the Salukis. "Then he started screaming to call 911 and get out and we realized he had gotten him to the ground and the gun was out of his hands", another student said. (more...)
Trump strikes deal with China on ZTE
- May 26, 2018
The U.S. will instead require the company to pay a fine, install U.S. compliance officers and change board members. "It is a great deal. for #ZTE & China ", Rubio wrote on Twitter . On Thursday, the House passed its own defense policy bill with language banning the Pentagon from purchasing ZTE technology. Washington had agreed to hold back on sanctions in March 2017, provided that ZTE punish those responsible for covering up the Iran sales and paid around two thirds of a US$1.2 billion ... (more...)
- May 26, 2018
The U.S. will instead require the company to pay a fine, install U.S. compliance officers and change board members. "It is a great deal. for #ZTE & China ", Rubio wrote on Twitter . On Thursday, the House passed its own defense policy bill with language banning the Pentagon from purchasing ZTE technology. Washington had agreed to hold back on sanctions in March 2017, provided that ZTE punish those responsible for covering up the Iran sales and paid around two thirds of a US$1.2 billion ... (more...)
International Monetary Fund to work with Iran banking chief despite U.S. bans
- May 26, 2018
He said: "If Europeans hesitate in responding to out demands, Iran is entitled to resume its nuclear activities". As the European Union (EU) is trying to salvage the Iran nuclear deal after the US walked out of it, Tehran now wants Europe to submit a package of oil and bank guarantees to Tehran by the end of the month, according to a senior Iranian official. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
He said: "If Europeans hesitate in responding to out demands, Iran is entitled to resume its nuclear activities". As the European Union (EU) is trying to salvage the Iran nuclear deal after the US walked out of it, Tehran now wants Europe to submit a package of oil and bank guarantees to Tehran by the end of the month, according to a senior Iranian official. (more...)
Indian state seeks permanent closure of Vendanta's copper smelter
- May 26, 2018
The plant, about 600 kilometres (375 miles) south of Tamil Nadu's state capital Chennai , is now closed as Vedanta's Sterlite Copper subsidiary seeks a new licence so it can be expanded. Another protester died Wednesday when he was struck by rubber bullets in a second day of protests. Video taken May 22, 2018. In an interview with Financial Times, Agarwal was quoted as saying that he planned to step back from running the company. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
The plant, about 600 kilometres (375 miles) south of Tamil Nadu's state capital Chennai , is now closed as Vedanta's Sterlite Copper subsidiary seeks a new licence so it can be expanded. Another protester died Wednesday when he was struck by rubber bullets in a second day of protests. Video taken May 22, 2018. In an interview with Financial Times, Agarwal was quoted as saying that he planned to step back from running the company. (more...)
Pro-abortion rights Irish PM confident amid high referendum turnout
- May 26, 2018
Vote-counting begins at 0800 GMT on Saturday, with the first indication of results expected mid-morning. They called it a once-in-a-generation opportunity to liberalize some of Europe's strictest abortion rules. Beyond 12 weeks of pregnancy , termination would still be possible - up to 24 weeks - if two doctors determined that a woman's life was threatened by the pregnancy or that there was serious risk to her health. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
Vote-counting begins at 0800 GMT on Saturday, with the first indication of results expected mid-morning. They called it a once-in-a-generation opportunity to liberalize some of Europe's strictest abortion rules. Beyond 12 weeks of pregnancy , termination would still be possible - up to 24 weeks - if two doctors determined that a woman's life was threatened by the pregnancy or that there was serious risk to her health. (more...)
Pentagon Denies Syrian Media Claim U.S. Targeted Military Sites
- May 26, 2018
A military source from forces allied to Syria's government said the strikes had targeted two regime military positions near a frontline with IS. Some of our funding may be hurt as a result, but I tell America, the Israeli enemy and their agents: "You misunderstand the resistance and its people...they think we're Iran's mercenaries, that they'll stop our funds and we'll stop operating", Nasrallah said. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
A military source from forces allied to Syria's government said the strikes had targeted two regime military positions near a frontline with IS. Some of our funding may be hurt as a result, but I tell America, the Israeli enemy and their agents: "You misunderstand the resistance and its people...they think we're Iran's mercenaries, that they'll stop our funds and we'll stop operating", Nasrallah said. (more...)
Rachel Dolezal, who posed as black, accused of welfare fraud
- May 26, 2018
While the income was not reported to the Department of Social and Health Services, she did offer up a "change of circumstance" report for a one-time gig worth $20,000. - lil bougie vert (@kaytbaybeee)Rachel Dolezal now that she's facing charges. The state of Washington said it is seeking prosecution and restitution in the matter. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
While the income was not reported to the Department of Social and Health Services, she did offer up a "change of circumstance" report for a one-time gig worth $20,000. - lil bougie vert (@kaytbaybeee)Rachel Dolezal now that she's facing charges. The state of Washington said it is seeking prosecution and restitution in the matter. (more...)
Peters 'deeply concerned' over MH17 missile confirmation
- May 26, 2018
The announcement by the foreign ministers of both countries came a day after worldwide investigators announced that the missile system that brought down the Amsterdam-Kuala Lumpur flight came from a Russia-based military unit. The move won swift support from worldwide allies, a day after investigators concluded that the Russian-made BUK missile which tore apart the Boeing 777 passenger plane in mid-air on July 17, 2014 came from a Russian military brigade based in southwestern Kursk. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
The announcement by the foreign ministers of both countries came a day after worldwide investigators announced that the missile system that brought down the Amsterdam-Kuala Lumpur flight came from a Russia-based military unit. The move won swift support from worldwide allies, a day after investigators concluded that the Russian-made BUK missile which tore apart the Boeing 777 passenger plane in mid-air on July 17, 2014 came from a Russian military brigade based in southwestern Kursk. (more...)
A big day for Ireland. A huge day for women
- May 26, 2018
It's why I joined the London-Irish Abortion Rights Campaign in 2017. Theresa Sweeney, a repeal supporter, was one of the first to arrive at a church polling station in Dublin . "Women don't want to get an abortion ". Prime Minister Leo Varadkar , a doctor, voted in favor of repeal. According to a 2016 census 78 percent of Ireland's 3.7 million people declared themselves Catholic, but numbers attending weekly mass have been steadily falling. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
It's why I joined the London-Irish Abortion Rights Campaign in 2017. Theresa Sweeney, a repeal supporter, was one of the first to arrive at a church polling station in Dublin . "Women don't want to get an abortion ". Prime Minister Leo Varadkar , a doctor, voted in favor of repeal. According to a 2016 census 78 percent of Ireland's 3.7 million people declared themselves Catholic, but numbers attending weekly mass have been steadily falling. (more...)
Judge Rules 30-Year-Old Must Move Out of Parents' Home
- May 26, 2018
The best detail of all is that Rotondo actively sought out news cameras as he left the courtroom to tell his story before he went back home to his parents' house. "I'll leave, I don't like living here, but I need reasonable time", he reiterated. A judge has ordered a 30-year-old man in NY state to move out of his parents' house , after a short legal battle. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
The best detail of all is that Rotondo actively sought out news cameras as he left the courtroom to tell his story before he went back home to his parents' house. "I'll leave, I don't like living here, but I need reasonable time", he reiterated. A judge has ordered a 30-year-old man in NY state to move out of his parents' house , after a short legal battle. (more...)
Thousands of flags to adorn veterans' graves
- May 26, 2018
Memorial Day programs at local cemeteries this weekend will pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the freedoms the nation enjoys today. Organizers say about 250 volunteers, including school kids, business groups and others were out Friday morning helping set up for Monday's Memorial Day ceremonies. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
Memorial Day programs at local cemeteries this weekend will pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the freedoms the nation enjoys today. Organizers say about 250 volunteers, including school kids, business groups and others were out Friday morning helping set up for Monday's Memorial Day ceremonies. (more...)
Man attacks car and passenger with sledgehammer
- May 25, 2018
Video of the vehicle park attack, posted online by the police department, shows the assailant getting out of his pick-up truck with a sledgehammer and smashing the driver's side window of an SUV. The driver took off, but a man in the passenger seat fell out, and had to limp after the vehicle to escape the attacker. The suspect and the victims are unknown, police said. (more...)
- May 25, 2018
Video of the vehicle park attack, posted online by the police department, shows the assailant getting out of his pick-up truck with a sledgehammer and smashing the driver's side window of an SUV. The driver took off, but a man in the passenger seat fell out, and had to limp after the vehicle to escape the attacker. The suspect and the victims are unknown, police said. (more...)
Kilauea volcano eruption in Hawaii rains down drama, destruction
- May 25, 2018
But in communities like Leilani Estates, fountains of nearby lava threaten more homes and there are also spots where officials worry about widening cracks. Laze - a term combining the words "lava" and "haze" - is formed when molten lava, reaching temperatures of 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit (1,093 Celsius), reacts with sea water. (more...)
- May 25, 2018
But in communities like Leilani Estates, fountains of nearby lava threaten more homes and there are also spots where officials worry about widening cracks. Laze - a term combining the words "lava" and "haze" - is formed when molten lava, reaching temperatures of 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit (1,093 Celsius), reacts with sea water. (more...)
Baby girl dies in hot Nashville vehicle after dad 'forgets about her'
- May 25, 2018
She was left all day outside the family home and was only discovered later on by her adoptive mother . The 1-year-old remained in the truck until her mother found her on Wednesday afternoon. Jenny Barker then telephoned her husband. Website noheatstroke.org found that between 1998 and 2018 25 children have died as a result of being left in a hot vehicle. (more...)
- May 25, 2018
She was left all day outside the family home and was only discovered later on by her adoptive mother . The 1-year-old remained in the truck until her mother found her on Wednesday afternoon. Jenny Barker then telephoned her husband. Website noheatstroke.org found that between 1998 and 2018 25 children have died as a result of being left in a hot vehicle. (more...)
Armed Citizen Kills Active Shooter in Oklahoma City
- May 25, 2018
Louie's Grill and Bar on Lake Hefner in Oklahoma City . They were taken to a hospital and police said they were "expected to survive". A man fell and broke his arm after Tilghman began his assault, police said. The National Rifle Association says it hopes the shooting serves as a "wake-up call" for the state's Republican governor. Louie's Grill & Bar was said to have been packed during the shooter's onslaught, with officers expecting to interview at least 100 people who were present ... (more...)
- May 25, 2018
Louie's Grill and Bar on Lake Hefner in Oklahoma City . They were taken to a hospital and police said they were "expected to survive". A man fell and broke his arm after Tilghman began his assault, police said. The National Rifle Association says it hopes the shooting serves as a "wake-up call" for the state's Republican governor. Louie's Grill & Bar was said to have been packed during the shooter's onslaught, with officers expecting to interview at least 100 people who were present ... (more...)
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