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Trump calls for immigration reform in wake of Mollie Tibbetts murder
- August 23, 2018
Rivera led authorities to Tibbetts' body, according to Rahn. Tibbetts' clothing was also found at the scene. Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich said exactly that in an email to Axios reporter Mike Allen, checking to make sure they'd be covering the story specifically so that it would overshadow the Cohen/Manafort news and hurt Democrats in the primaries. (more...)
- August 23, 2018
Rivera led authorities to Tibbetts' body, according to Rahn. Tibbetts' clothing was also found at the scene. Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich said exactly that in an email to Axios reporter Mike Allen, checking to make sure they'd be covering the story specifically so that it would overshadow the Cohen/Manafort news and hurt Democrats in the primaries. (more...)
Hurricane Lane strengthens to Category 5 storm as it nears Hawaii
- August 23, 2018
A very big storm is coming for Hawaii, an island state that's largely avoided encounters with major cyclones in recent memory. The gas lines were long at Costco in Kahului on Tuesday as Hurricane Lane approached the Hawaiian Islands. As Lane moves up from the southeast, the earliest potential threat to land will be for the Big Island, where a Hurricane Warning is now in effect. Hawaii Gov. (more...)
- August 23, 2018
A very big storm is coming for Hawaii, an island state that's largely avoided encounters with major cyclones in recent memory. The gas lines were long at Costco in Kahului on Tuesday as Hurricane Lane approached the Hawaiian Islands. As Lane moves up from the southeast, the earliest potential threat to land will be for the Big Island, where a Hurricane Warning is now in effect. Hawaii Gov. (more...)
Iran Rejects Renegotiation of Nuclear Deal
- August 22, 2018
Iran's national flags are seen on a square in Tehran February 10, 2012, a day before the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution. "This is to protect American oil and Israel", said Mohammad Ghaderi, chief editor at Tehran Times. However, worldwide news editor at Iran's Rasalat newspaper paper, said both the Republican and Democratic parties have been trying to "dismantle the Islamic Republic either through soft power or military force". (more...)
- August 22, 2018
Iran's national flags are seen on a square in Tehran February 10, 2012, a day before the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution. "This is to protect American oil and Israel", said Mohammad Ghaderi, chief editor at Tehran Times. However, worldwide news editor at Iran's Rasalat newspaper paper, said both the Republican and Democratic parties have been trying to "dismantle the Islamic Republic either through soft power or military force". (more...)
Saudi Arabia rolls out new 'nap pods' for hajj pilgrims
- August 22, 2018
Although 1,200 Qataris are eligible to perform the haj under a quota system, Qatar says it has become impossible to get permits, blaming the campaign by Saudi Arabia , the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Egypt to cut trade and diplomatic ties with the country. (more...)
- August 22, 2018
Although 1,200 Qataris are eligible to perform the haj under a quota system, Qatar says it has become impossible to get permits, blaming the campaign by Saudi Arabia , the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Egypt to cut trade and diplomatic ties with the country. (more...)
Why so focused on Russian Federation, start looking at China
- August 22, 2018
In a related note, the Cheong Wa Dae official said an official announcement on the resumption of operations at the joint industrial complex in Gaeseong, North Korea, will be made "soon", adding the government doesn't believe the operation of the complex is a violation of U.N. (more...)
- August 22, 2018
In a related note, the Cheong Wa Dae official said an official announcement on the resumption of operations at the joint industrial complex in Gaeseong, North Korea, will be made "soon", adding the government doesn't believe the operation of the complex is a violation of U.N. (more...)
So Sue Me - Eager Trump Calls Out Brennan's Court Threat
- August 22, 2018
Last week White House press secretary Sarah Sanders said the administration was reviewing the access of several other former officials - all notably opponents of Trump . Speaking on NBC's Meet the Press , Mr Brennan said he has been contacted by a number of lawyers about the possibility of an injunction in the wake of Mr Trump's move to revoke his clearance and threaten nine others who have been critical of the president or are connected to the Russian Federation probe. (more...)
- August 22, 2018
Last week White House press secretary Sarah Sanders said the administration was reviewing the access of several other former officials - all notably opponents of Trump . Speaking on NBC's Meet the Press , Mr Brennan said he has been contacted by a number of lawyers about the possibility of an injunction in the wake of Mr Trump's move to revoke his clearance and threaten nine others who have been critical of the president or are connected to the Russian Federation probe. (more...)
US Deports 95-year-old Nazi War Crimes Suspect to Germany
- August 21, 2018
A 95-year-old former Nazi guard who served at a labour camp where more than 6,000 people were killed has arrived in Germany, after being stripped of his U.S. Jakiw Palij had spent decades living in the Queens section of New York City after coming to the United States in 1949. He was moved to a nursing home upon arrival in the city of Düsseldorf, Germany's Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung newspaper reported. (more...)
- August 21, 2018
A 95-year-old former Nazi guard who served at a labour camp where more than 6,000 people were killed has arrived in Germany, after being stripped of his U.S. Jakiw Palij had spent decades living in the Queens section of New York City after coming to the United States in 1949. He was moved to a nursing home upon arrival in the city of Düsseldorf, Germany's Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung newspaper reported. (more...)
Florida Deputy Saves Young Girl Left Overnight In A Hot Car
- August 21, 2018
He races to put her in his own police auto, where he turns the air conditioning on in an attempt to revive the child - but feared she was dead. At first Deputy Bill Dunn thought the 3-year-old girl, dressed in pink, wasn't alive, he said. (more...)
- August 21, 2018
He races to put her in his own police auto, where he turns the air conditioning on in an attempt to revive the child - but feared she was dead. At first Deputy Bill Dunn thought the 3-year-old girl, dressed in pink, wasn't alive, he said. (more...)
Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha as pilgrims conduct hajj rites
- August 21, 2018
The Supreme Court of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has announced the first of Eid Al Adha as August 21 after the Zul Hijjah moon was sighted on Saturday evening. Millions of Muslims are expected to complete the Hajj which all able-bodied Muslims are required to complete once in their lives. Also known as the "Feast of Sacrifice", it pays tribute to the willingness of Prophet Ibraham to sacrifice his son Ismail to prove his obedience to God. (more...)
- August 21, 2018
The Supreme Court of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has announced the first of Eid Al Adha as August 21 after the Zul Hijjah moon was sighted on Saturday evening. Millions of Muslims are expected to complete the Hajj which all able-bodied Muslims are required to complete once in their lives. Also known as the "Feast of Sacrifice", it pays tribute to the willingness of Prophet Ibraham to sacrifice his son Ismail to prove his obedience to God. (more...)
China refutes USA report on Chinese military
- August 21, 2018
The report is released amid heightened US-China tensions over trade with both sides introducing a new set of protectionist measures every now and then. " China's military expresses resolute opposition to this (report)", the ministry said in a statement late Friday, stressing that Beijing's only objective of modernising its military was "to protect the country's sovereignty, security and development interests, as well as global peace, stability and prosperity". (more...)
- August 21, 2018
The report is released amid heightened US-China tensions over trade with both sides introducing a new set of protectionist measures every now and then. " China's military expresses resolute opposition to this (report)", the ministry said in a statement late Friday, stressing that Beijing's only objective of modernising its military was "to protect the country's sovereignty, security and development interests, as well as global peace, stability and prosperity". (more...)
Death Toll At 357, Kochi Airstrip Open For Commercial Aircraft
- August 21, 2018
Apart from the central command and control room at North Block, a WhatsApp group of senior officials has been operational for seamless coordination, officials said. Officials from Kerala had called to thank Telangana for its help so far including Rs 25 crore cash , 50 reverse osmosis water purifiers and nutritious food for children . (more...)
- August 21, 2018
Apart from the central command and control room at North Block, a WhatsApp group of senior officials has been operational for seamless coordination, officials said. Officials from Kerala had called to thank Telangana for its help so far including Rs 25 crore cash , 50 reverse osmosis water purifiers and nutritious food for children . (more...)
Colorado Man Says Saw Wife Strangle Daughters, Then Killed Her In Rage
- August 21, 2018
An unsealed affidavit released Monday revealed details of what unfolded during police interactions with Chris Watts , the Colorado man accused of first-degree murder in the killings of his pregnant wife and their two young daughters . Ashley Bell, a friend of Shanann Watts , said Shanann had planned a party Saturday to reveal the gender of her baby. Shanann Watts , 34, and daughters, Bella , 4, and Celeste , 3, were reported missing Monday from their home in Frederick, a town of ... (more...)
- August 21, 2018
An unsealed affidavit released Monday revealed details of what unfolded during police interactions with Chris Watts , the Colorado man accused of first-degree murder in the killings of his pregnant wife and their two young daughters . Ashley Bell, a friend of Shanann Watts , said Shanann had planned a party Saturday to reveal the gender of her baby. Shanann Watts , 34, and daughters, Bella , 4, and Celeste , 3, were reported missing Monday from their home in Frederick, a town of ... (more...)
Australia's Turnbull survives leadership vote; Dutton leaves
- August 21, 2018
Turnbull earlier declared his top position in the Liberal Party vacant at a party room meeting this morning as the battle for the Australian prime ministership got started. Mr Turnbull's original energy policy, which was trying to deliver cheaper energy, more reliability and lower emissions, enjoyed broad support - even in his party room. (more...)
- August 21, 2018
Turnbull earlier declared his top position in the Liberal Party vacant at a party room meeting this morning as the battle for the Australian prime ministership got started. Mr Turnbull's original energy policy, which was trying to deliver cheaper energy, more reliability and lower emissions, enjoyed broad support - even in his party room. (more...)
Korean families' tearful reunion after 65 years
- August 21, 2018
Most of the participants in the reunions are in their 70s or older and are eager to see their loved ones once more before they die. "I didn't even know if he was alive or not". As seen in the footage, brothers and sisters who had not seen each other for about 70 years were reunited, shedding tears and holding onto one another with deep sentiments. (more...)
- August 21, 2018
Most of the participants in the reunions are in their 70s or older and are eager to see their loved ones once more before they die. "I didn't even know if he was alive or not". As seen in the footage, brothers and sisters who had not seen each other for about 70 years were reunited, shedding tears and holding onto one another with deep sentiments. (more...)
Trump’s Sunday ‘Tweetstorm’ Lashes out at NY Times, McGahn, Others
- August 21, 2018
He also complained about a "disgusting new Board Member" at the Times , apparently a reference to the writer Sarah Jeong. The New York Times said it stands by its story. Trump reportedly tried to get Jeff Sessions involved in the Russian Federation investigation and contemplated firing Mueller. But James Clapper - the former director of national intelligence, who said Brennan was "subtle like a freight train" - insisted on CNN that the use of security clearance to quash criticism ... (more...)
- August 21, 2018
He also complained about a "disgusting new Board Member" at the Times , apparently a reference to the writer Sarah Jeong. The New York Times said it stands by its story. Trump reportedly tried to get Jeff Sessions involved in the Russian Federation investigation and contemplated firing Mueller. But James Clapper - the former director of national intelligence, who said Brennan was "subtle like a freight train" - insisted on CNN that the use of security clearance to quash criticism ... (more...)
Smoky skies across Canada as wildfires rage
- August 21, 2018
Low visibility caused by the smoke led to the delay and cancellation of some flights in the province on Sunday and Monday. Areas such as Squamish, Whistler, Nanaimo/Parksville and Castlegar also have a 10-plus air-quality rating. " Wildfire smoke is a natural part of our environment but it is important to be mindful that exposure to smoke may affect your health". Hundreds of residents are either under evacuation orders or are being warned that they should be ready to leave their homes at ... (more...)
- August 21, 2018
Low visibility caused by the smoke led to the delay and cancellation of some flights in the province on Sunday and Monday. Areas such as Squamish, Whistler, Nanaimo/Parksville and Castlegar also have a 10-plus air-quality rating. " Wildfire smoke is a natural part of our environment but it is important to be mindful that exposure to smoke may affect your health". Hundreds of residents are either under evacuation orders or are being warned that they should be ready to leave their homes at ... (more...)
Trump claims social media platforms are 'discriminating' against conservatives
- August 20, 2018
Earlier, and as a way of protesting the platform's censorship, Trump supporters and prominent right-wing activists called on people who have been shadow banned to place a large ' Red-X ' beside their names. If you are weeding out Fake News, there is nothing so Fake as CNN & MSNBC, & yet I do not ask that their sick behavior be removed. In the case of Jones, it did not initially join the other major platforms in removing his content, and has since taken relatively minor steps against him. (more...)
- August 20, 2018
Earlier, and as a way of protesting the platform's censorship, Trump supporters and prominent right-wing activists called on people who have been shadow banned to place a large ' Red-X ' beside their names. If you are weeding out Fake News, there is nothing so Fake as CNN & MSNBC, & yet I do not ask that their sick behavior be removed. In the case of Jones, it did not initially join the other major platforms in removing his content, and has since taken relatively minor steps against him. (more...)
Saudi Gazette observes Arafat Stand from air
- August 20, 2018
Life in Turkey is hard and I barely earn enough". "My feeling is indescribable to perform the hajj ", said Imad Abdel-Raheem, an Egyptian pilgrim. Today is the Day of Arafat , technically the second day of the haj pilgrimage. Muslim pilgrims walk in a street in Saudi Arabia's holy city of Mecca on August 18, 2018, ahead of the start of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. Roads and highways leading to the tent city of Mina were filled with pilgrims as Saturday night wore on, according to the ... (more...)
- August 20, 2018
Life in Turkey is hard and I barely earn enough". "My feeling is indescribable to perform the hajj ", said Imad Abdel-Raheem, an Egyptian pilgrim. Today is the Day of Arafat , technically the second day of the haj pilgrimage. Muslim pilgrims walk in a street in Saudi Arabia's holy city of Mecca on August 18, 2018, ahead of the start of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. Roads and highways leading to the tent city of Mina were filled with pilgrims as Saturday night wore on, according to the ... (more...)
New Zealand's Minister for Women cycles to hospital to give birth
- August 20, 2018
Most comments praised the politician for her decision to cycle to hospital for the birth, calling her a "legend" and "wonderful role model". Genter says she rode her bike to Auckland City Hospital but didn't mind because it put her in a good mood for the birth. (more...)
- August 20, 2018
Most comments praised the politician for her decision to cycle to hospital for the birth, calling her a "legend" and "wonderful role model". Genter says she rode her bike to Auckland City Hospital but didn't mind because it put her in a good mood for the birth. (more...)
Afghan leader declares Eid truce with Taliban
- August 20, 2018
The president's announcement was immediately welcomed in neighboring Pakistan, which has always been accused of fostering links with the Taliban's leadership and providing sanctuary to its fighters. Fighting has been mounting in the Taliban's insurgency against the government in Kabul and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation coalition forces, launched after the Islamist group was ousted from power in a US -led military intervention in 2001. (more...)
- August 20, 2018
The president's announcement was immediately welcomed in neighboring Pakistan, which has always been accused of fostering links with the Taliban's leadership and providing sanctuary to its fighters. Fighting has been mounting in the Taliban's insurgency against the government in Kabul and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation coalition forces, launched after the Islamist group was ousted from power in a US -led military intervention in 2001. (more...)
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