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Pompeo emphasizes 'progress' as North Korea pans talks
- July 08, 2018
Both said they needed to "clarify" certain elements of their previous discussions, but provided no detail. Pompeo said a #great deal of progress' had been made in the talks , including commitmens for new discussions on denuclearisation and the repatriation of the remains of American soldiers killed during the Korean War. (more...)
- July 08, 2018
Both said they needed to "clarify" certain elements of their previous discussions, but provided no detail. Pompeo said a #great deal of progress' had been made in the talks , including commitmens for new discussions on denuclearisation and the repatriation of the remains of American soldiers killed during the Korean War. (more...)
Ted Cruz wants to pick Donald Trump’s second Supreme Court nominee
- July 08, 2018
Trump is believed to have narrowed his shortlist down to just three or four candidates. Mike Lee, R-Utah - and openly lobbying against another one of Trump's top contenders. Trump finally nominated judge Neil Gorsuch. He also prioritizes academic credentials and likes to have a breadth of legal opinions to gauge how the judge applies the law. (more...)
- July 08, 2018
Trump is believed to have narrowed his shortlist down to just three or four candidates. Mike Lee, R-Utah - and openly lobbying against another one of Trump's top contenders. Trump finally nominated judge Neil Gorsuch. He also prioritizes academic credentials and likes to have a breadth of legal opinions to gauge how the judge applies the law. (more...)
California wildfire spreads quickly; thousands evacuated
- July 08, 2018
A civilian has died due to the Klamathon Fire, CAL FIRE reported Friday morning. On Thursday night, California Governor Edmund G. Brown declared a state of emergency in Siskiyou County as residents were evacuated from their homes. At 1 a.m. on July 7, 2018, Santa Barbara County proclaimed a local emergency due to the Holiday Fire that is now burning north of the city of Goleta in the unincorporated area of the county, north of Cathedral Oaks west of Fairview Avenue, east to ... (more...)
- July 08, 2018
A civilian has died due to the Klamathon Fire, CAL FIRE reported Friday morning. On Thursday night, California Governor Edmund G. Brown declared a state of emergency in Siskiyou County as residents were evacuated from their homes. At 1 a.m. on July 7, 2018, Santa Barbara County proclaimed a local emergency due to the Holiday Fire that is now burning north of the city of Goleta in the unincorporated area of the county, north of Cathedral Oaks west of Fairview Avenue, east to ... (more...)
Beryl Becomes 'Very Tiny' First Hurricane Of Atlantic Season
- July 07, 2018
Forecasters say Beryl's present movement is towards the west-northwest at 14 miles per hour or 22 kilometres per hour. Some strengthening is forecast during the next couple of days, and Beryl could still be a hurricane when it reaches the Lesser Antilles late Sunday or Monday . (more...)
- July 07, 2018
Forecasters say Beryl's present movement is towards the west-northwest at 14 miles per hour or 22 kilometres per hour. Some strengthening is forecast during the next couple of days, and Beryl could still be a hurricane when it reaches the Lesser Antilles late Sunday or Monday . (more...)
Statue of Liberty base climber escorted down
- July 07, 2018
Okoumou , 44, is a native of the Democratic Republic of Congo but now resides in Staten Island and has lived in New York for roughly a decade, according to New York Daily News . Then she sat against the statue's foot, and the officers went up to her. About 16 officers with the New York City Police Department's Emergency Service Unit - a team trained to perform some of the most risky rescues in the city - took part in the rescue/apprehension effort, Officer Brian Glacken said in a ... (more...)
- July 07, 2018
Okoumou , 44, is a native of the Democratic Republic of Congo but now resides in Staten Island and has lived in New York for roughly a decade, according to New York Daily News . Then she sat against the statue's foot, and the officers went up to her. About 16 officers with the New York City Police Department's Emergency Service Unit - a team trained to perform some of the most risky rescues in the city - took part in the rescue/apprehension effort, Officer Brian Glacken said in a ... (more...)
Fears as Israel looks set to demolish Bedouin village
- July 07, 2018
Erekat said it is time for Netanyahu to "shoulder his responsibility as the occupying power in the West Bank, Gaza Strip and Jerusalem". Senior Palestinian official Hanan Ashrawi said in a statement today that the demolitions are taking place because Israel aims to evict the Bedouins and move Israeli settlers onto the land. (more...)
- July 07, 2018
Erekat said it is time for Netanyahu to "shoulder his responsibility as the occupying power in the West Bank, Gaza Strip and Jerusalem". Senior Palestinian official Hanan Ashrawi said in a statement today that the demolitions are taking place because Israel aims to evict the Bedouins and move Israeli settlers onto the land. (more...)
Brush fire destroys homes in San Diego County, California; Hundreds evacuated
- July 07, 2018
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection said at about 8:30 p.m. Thursday that the blaze had burned almost 8 square miles (20 square kilometers) with 0 percent containment. On the ground, Cal Fire was joined by agencies from the surrounding communities and Oregon. Fire crews are battling a rapidly growing wildfire that sparked this afternoon. (more...)
- July 07, 2018
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection said at about 8:30 p.m. Thursday that the blaze had burned almost 8 square miles (20 square kilometers) with 0 percent containment. On the ground, Cal Fire was joined by agencies from the surrounding communities and Oregon. Fire crews are battling a rapidly growing wildfire that sparked this afternoon. (more...)
EPA head Scott Pruitt is gone, but his mission continues
- July 07, 2018
Pruitt had been under scrutiny for months for his first-class travel at taxpayer expense, lavish spending on security, the installation of a $43,000 soundproof phone booth in his office, and accusations he used his position to receive favours such as a discounted rental on a high-end condo from an energy lobbyist's wife. (more...)
- July 07, 2018
Pruitt had been under scrutiny for months for his first-class travel at taxpayer expense, lavish spending on security, the installation of a $43,000 soundproof phone booth in his office, and accusations he used his position to receive favours such as a discounted rental on a high-end condo from an energy lobbyist's wife. (more...)
We’re tough to beat, Sweden coach warns England
- July 07, 2018
In 1998, Croatia finished third in the World Cup with a team considered to be their country's best ever side. England, however, beat Sweden at Euro 2012 3-2 in a group stage match but Ibrahmovic says the squad need to stay focused on the game ahead. (more...)
- July 07, 2018
In 1998, Croatia finished third in the World Cup with a team considered to be their country's best ever side. England, however, beat Sweden at Euro 2012 3-2 in a group stage match but Ibrahmovic says the squad need to stay focused on the game ahead. (more...)
Trade war unleashed, officially: Trump takes aim at $500 bn Chinese goods
- July 07, 2018
It accused the United States of "typical trade bullying ". Duties imposed by the USA would trigger "trade diversion" from other steel makers, who would then dump their products in India, said Bhaskar Chatterjee, secretary general at Indian Steel Association. (more...)
- July 07, 2018
It accused the United States of "typical trade bullying ". Duties imposed by the USA would trigger "trade diversion" from other steel makers, who would then dump their products in India, said Bhaskar Chatterjee, secretary general at Indian Steel Association. (more...)
Syria, Russia resume airstrikes after cease-fire fails
- July 07, 2018
It echoes the terms of previous opposition surrenders, but according to rebel sources, they also secured a concession that some government forces would withdraw from the area. Earlier on Thursday, Syria's official news agency SANA reported that government forces advanced towards the Dara'a al-Balad residential area of Dara'a, located about 13 kilometers north of the border with Jordan, where militants affiliated to the Jabhat Fateh al-Sham, formerly known as al-Nusra Front, Takfiri terror ... (more...)
- July 07, 2018
It echoes the terms of previous opposition surrenders, but according to rebel sources, they also secured a concession that some government forces would withdraw from the area. Earlier on Thursday, Syria's official news agency SANA reported that government forces advanced towards the Dara'a al-Balad residential area of Dara'a, located about 13 kilometers north of the border with Jordan, where militants affiliated to the Jabhat Fateh al-Sham, formerly known as al-Nusra Front, Takfiri terror ... (more...)
Boys trapped in Thai cave promised tickets to World Cup final
- July 07, 2018
He had been placing the tanks throughout the caves in an attempt by Thai authorities to eventually ferry the boys out using scuba gear, reports the New York Post . The massive operation inside and around Tham Luang Nang Non cave suffered its first death Friday when a former Thai navy SEAL passed out underwater and could not be revived . (more...)
- July 07, 2018
He had been placing the tanks throughout the caves in an attempt by Thai authorities to eventually ferry the boys out using scuba gear, reports the New York Post . The massive operation inside and around Tham Luang Nang Non cave suffered its first death Friday when a former Thai navy SEAL passed out underwater and could not be revived . (more...)
Charges laid in deadly Humboldt Broncos team bus crash: RCMP
- July 07, 2018
According to police, a core group of 20 investigators worked to gather evidence on the crash. The wreckage of a fatal crash outside of Tisdale, Sask., is seen, April, 7, 2018. He was taken into custody immediately after the collision and released later that evening.The driver was working for Adesh Deol Trucking Ltd., a two-truck company operating out of a home in northeast Calgary. (more...)
- July 07, 2018
According to police, a core group of 20 investigators worked to gather evidence on the crash. The wreckage of a fatal crash outside of Tisdale, Sask., is seen, April, 7, 2018. He was taken into custody immediately after the collision and released later that evening.The driver was working for Adesh Deol Trucking Ltd., a two-truck company operating out of a home in northeast Calgary. (more...)
Elon Musk's team is talking with Thai officials for cave rescue
- July 07, 2018
SpaceX , Boring Co and Tesla could help helpful with several technologies ranging from drilling to battery modules and water pump systems. In a message posted on Twitter , Musk said he imagines local authorities have a handle on the situation, but said he's willing to offer the services of his companies if they'd help. (more...)
- July 07, 2018
SpaceX , Boring Co and Tesla could help helpful with several technologies ranging from drilling to battery modules and water pump systems. In a message posted on Twitter , Musk said he imagines local authorities have a handle on the situation, but said he's willing to offer the services of his companies if they'd help. (more...)
Malaysia suspends $20bn Chinese-built rail link, and pipelines
- July 07, 2018
Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said on Friday the "unfairness" of contracts for Beijing-backed projects were a key issue he would raise during a visit to China next month. A Malaysian foreign ministry source said both sides had yet to finalize dates, but Mahathir was "looking forward to visiting China". The new government of Mahathir Mohamad, elected by a surprise result on 9 May, has been running the rule over major infrastructure schemes initiated by the scandal-plagued ... (more...)
- July 07, 2018
Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said on Friday the "unfairness" of contracts for Beijing-backed projects were a key issue he would raise during a visit to China next month. A Malaysian foreign ministry source said both sides had yet to finalize dates, but Mahathir was "looking forward to visiting China". The new government of Mahathir Mohamad, elected by a surprise result on 9 May, has been running the rule over major infrastructure schemes initiated by the scandal-plagued ... (more...)
United Kingdom pair poisoned by same nerve agent as ex-Russian spy Skripal
- July 07, 2018
The Skripals eventually recovered after treatment, but not before the British government lead the charge for a major diplomatic pushback against Russian Federation for orchestrating the attack-something Moscow continues to deny. Meanwhile, UK police say they are investigating whether there is a link between the two cases. "We are keeping an open mind as to the circumstances regarding this incident", he told reporters. (more...)
- July 07, 2018
The Skripals eventually recovered after treatment, but not before the British government lead the charge for a major diplomatic pushback against Russian Federation for orchestrating the attack-something Moscow continues to deny. Meanwhile, UK police say they are investigating whether there is a link between the two cases. "We are keeping an open mind as to the circumstances regarding this incident", he told reporters. (more...)
Trump says nuclear talks with North Korea 'going well'
- July 07, 2018
A delegation of 50 male and female players landed in the North Korean capital Tuesday, led by Unification Minister Cho Myung-gyon and several government officials. In this Thursday, May 24, 2018 photo, smoke and debris rise in the air as barracks buildings for guards and tunneling workers at North Korea's nuclear test site are blown up at Punggye-ri, North Hamgyong Province, North Korea. (more...)
- July 07, 2018
A delegation of 50 male and female players landed in the North Korean capital Tuesday, led by Unification Minister Cho Myung-gyon and several government officials. In this Thursday, May 24, 2018 photo, smoke and debris rise in the air as barracks buildings for guards and tunneling workers at North Korea's nuclear test site are blown up at Punggye-ri, North Hamgyong Province, North Korea. (more...)
UN Security Council to hold emergency Syria talks
- July 06, 2018
Nearly two weeks of fighting has forced at least 270,000 Syrians from their homes, the United Nations refugee agency's Jordan spokesman Mohammed Hawari told Reuters. Bolstered by a string of victories across southern Syria, al-Assad's chief backer Russian Federation has been reluctant to yield to the opposition's demands. (more...)
- July 06, 2018
Nearly two weeks of fighting has forced at least 270,000 Syrians from their homes, the United Nations refugee agency's Jordan spokesman Mohammed Hawari told Reuters. Bolstered by a string of victories across southern Syria, al-Assad's chief backer Russian Federation has been reluctant to yield to the opposition's demands. (more...)
DNA tests ordered to reunite immigrant families
- July 06, 2018
Alex Azar , the USA health secretary, said yesterday that officials were using DNA taken from cheek swabs of some 3,000 migrant children separated from their families and now under the agency's custody. That policy, some top-level administration officials have claimed, was being carried out in order to deter additional families from coming to the country illegally. (more...)
- July 06, 2018
Alex Azar , the USA health secretary, said yesterday that officials were using DNA taken from cheek swabs of some 3,000 migrant children separated from their families and now under the agency's custody. That policy, some top-level administration officials have claimed, was being carried out in order to deter additional families from coming to the country illegally. (more...)
Moscow: UK denied offer to help in March nerve agent attack
- July 06, 2018
Amesbury is located 11 kilometres north of Salisbury , where former Russian Federation spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter were found slumped unconscious on a bench on March 4. Tests later showed they had been exposed to the same nerve agent as the Skripals, although the authorities said it was not yet clear whether it was from the same batch . (more...)
- July 06, 2018
Amesbury is located 11 kilometres north of Salisbury , where former Russian Federation spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter were found slumped unconscious on a bench on March 4. Tests later showed they had been exposed to the same nerve agent as the Skripals, although the authorities said it was not yet clear whether it was from the same batch . (more...)
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