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Prosecutors call for death penalty as Khashoggi murder trial opens in Riyadh
- January 04, 2019
A Saudi prosecutor is seeking capital punishment for five of the 11 suspects now detained over the death of Jamal Khashoggi in the Kingdom's Istanbul consulate last October. Mr Khashoggi's body has yet to be found amid reports that it was given to a local "fixer" who dissolved it in acid. The US Central Intelligence Agency has reportedly concluded that Prince Mohammed very likely ordered Khashoggi's murder. (more...)
- January 04, 2019
A Saudi prosecutor is seeking capital punishment for five of the 11 suspects now detained over the death of Jamal Khashoggi in the Kingdom's Istanbul consulate last October. Mr Khashoggi's body has yet to be found amid reports that it was given to a local "fixer" who dissolved it in acid. The US Central Intelligence Agency has reportedly concluded that Prince Mohammed very likely ordered Khashoggi's murder. (more...)
Russia Allows US Officials to Meet with American Held on Espionage Charges
- January 03, 2019
Moscow has said that the 48-year-old, who is director of security at the Michigan-based automobile parts supplier BorgWarner, was caught while accepting a USB stick with the names of employees at a secret state organization. Former CIA agent John Sipher agrees, saying Paul Whelan's spotty military career would keep US intelligence from hiring him for sensitive operations. (more...)
- January 03, 2019
Moscow has said that the 48-year-old, who is director of security at the Michigan-based automobile parts supplier BorgWarner, was caught while accepting a USB stick with the names of employees at a secret state organization. Former CIA agent John Sipher agrees, saying Paul Whelan's spotty military career would keep US intelligence from hiring him for sensitive operations. (more...)
Elizabeth Warren Talks Iowa Trip, Drinking Beer On Instagram Live
- January 03, 2019
On Tuesday, Senator Warren said she plans to visit Iowa this weekend. Warren is one of what is expected to be a crowded field of Democratic contenders hoping to retake the White House from Republican President Donald Trump . "I'll just keep talking about the issues that I think matter to families all across this country", she repeated to reporters when pressed further . (more...)
- January 03, 2019
On Tuesday, Senator Warren said she plans to visit Iowa this weekend. Warren is one of what is expected to be a crowded field of Democratic contenders hoping to retake the White House from Republican President Donald Trump . "I'll just keep talking about the issues that I think matter to families all across this country", she repeated to reporters when pressed further . (more...)
Marine Accidentally Killed on Capitol Hill
- January 03, 2019
Riley Kuznia had his life planned out, his mother said. Along with several photos of her son, she expressed her appreciation for everyone's thoughts and prayers. The barracks is located about a mile southeast of the U.S. Capitol. The Marine Corps has not officially identified Kuznia as the shooting victim. Minnesota Governor-elect Tim Walz expressed his "deepest sympathies" to Riley's family and wrote on Twitter that he is "forever grateful for your service to our state and our country". (more...)
- January 03, 2019
Riley Kuznia had his life planned out, his mother said. Along with several photos of her son, she expressed her appreciation for everyone's thoughts and prayers. The barracks is located about a mile southeast of the U.S. Capitol. The Marine Corps has not officially identified Kuznia as the shooting victim. Minnesota Governor-elect Tim Walz expressed his "deepest sympathies" to Riley's family and wrote on Twitter that he is "forever grateful for your service to our state and our country". (more...)
Taliban kill 20 Afghan forces on New Year's Eve
- January 03, 2019
The DPA news agency quoted provincial council member Mohammad Asif Sadiqi as saying a high-ranking provincial official with an Afghan spy agency and an army company commander were also killed in the attacks on two security posts which left 23 Afghan security forces dead. (more...)
- January 03, 2019
The DPA news agency quoted provincial council member Mohammad Asif Sadiqi as saying a high-ranking provincial official with an Afghan spy agency and an army company commander were also killed in the attacks on two security posts which left 23 Afghan security forces dead. (more...)
Russian apartment collapse death toll rises to 37
- January 03, 2019
Emergency personnel are seen at the site of collapsed apartment building after a suspected gas blast in Magnitogorsk , Russia December 31, 2018. This image made from video and provided by the Russian Emergency Situations Ministry shows Emergency Situations employees working at the scene of a collapsed section of an apartment building, in Magnitigorsk, a city of 400,000 about 1,400 kilometers (870 miles) southeast of Moscow , Russia, Thursday, Jan. (more...)
- January 03, 2019
Emergency personnel are seen at the site of collapsed apartment building after a suspected gas blast in Magnitogorsk , Russia December 31, 2018. This image made from video and provided by the Russian Emergency Situations Ministry shows Emergency Situations employees working at the scene of a collapsed section of an apartment building, in Magnitigorsk, a city of 400,000 about 1,400 kilometers (870 miles) southeast of Moscow , Russia, Thursday, Jan. (more...)
North Korea's envoy in Italy 'in hiding': South Korean MP
- January 03, 2019
In spite of Trump's words, Kim's comments have fueled doubts over whether North Korea intends to give up a nuclear weapons program it has long considered essential to its security. Pyongyang decried Thae as "human scum" and claimed he was trying to escape punishment for serious crimes. North Korean diplomats are usually called back home when they have spent about three years overseas. (more...)
- January 03, 2019
In spite of Trump's words, Kim's comments have fueled doubts over whether North Korea intends to give up a nuclear weapons program it has long considered essential to its security. Pyongyang decried Thae as "human scum" and claimed he was trying to escape punishment for serious crimes. North Korean diplomats are usually called back home when they have spent about three years overseas. (more...)
Fireworks to send 'message of support' to European Union citizens
- January 03, 2019
Bands, DJs, street performers, dancers and acrobats from Scotland and mainland Europe all performed at the open air event. Global celebrations kicked off across the Southern Hemisphere - as organisers got the date wrong in Sydney . The next countries to see in the New Year included Bangladesh, Nepal, India and Sri Lanka. In the capital Pyongyang, dancers and singers in wigs and elaborate costumes took to the stage before a light show. (more...)
- January 03, 2019
Bands, DJs, street performers, dancers and acrobats from Scotland and mainland Europe all performed at the open air event. Global celebrations kicked off across the Southern Hemisphere - as organisers got the date wrong in Sydney . The next countries to see in the New Year included Bangladesh, Nepal, India and Sri Lanka. In the capital Pyongyang, dancers and singers in wigs and elaborate costumes took to the stage before a light show. (more...)
Trump says ‘looking forward’ to meeting with new Pakistan leadership ‘very soon’
- January 03, 2019
The US president, while addressing a cabinet meeting, defended his demand to build a $5 billion wall, questioning why "we give away money to other countries but not to our own country". US President Donald Trump doesn't seem to have changed his mind that India is not doing enough in Afghanistan over the past year and a half. While stating that he got along with Prime Minister Modi, Trump said the Indian leader was "constantly telling me he built a library in Afghanistan". (more...)
- January 03, 2019
The US president, while addressing a cabinet meeting, defended his demand to build a $5 billion wall, questioning why "we give away money to other countries but not to our own country". US President Donald Trump doesn't seem to have changed his mind that India is not doing enough in Afghanistan over the past year and a half. While stating that he got along with Prime Minister Modi, Trump said the Indian leader was "constantly telling me he built a library in Afghanistan". (more...)
Sudanese police clash with anti-government protesters
- January 03, 2019
FILE - A bonfire is lit along the street during protests against price increases in Atbara, Nile River state in northeastern Sudan , Dec. 20, 2018. Police Director General Al-Tayeb Babikir Ali, for his part, said security forces were pursuing "criminals who used protests to commit robbery and theft". (more...)
- January 03, 2019
FILE - A bonfire is lit along the street during protests against price increases in Atbara, Nile River state in northeastern Sudan , Dec. 20, 2018. Police Director General Al-Tayeb Babikir Ali, for his part, said security forces were pursuing "criminals who used protests to commit robbery and theft". (more...)
Border agents fired tear gas into Mexico on New Year's Day
- January 03, 2019
About 150 people were involved in the attempt to climb over burrow under a section of border fence in San Diego on New Year's Eve night. "Shortly thereafter, migrants began throwing rocks over the fence at the CBP agents and officers". Per use of force policy, the incident will be reviewed by the Border Patrol's Office of Professional Responsibility. Shortly after the New Year began, dozens of migrants stood on a hill from which they could see United States border agents, who watched ... (more...)
- January 03, 2019
About 150 people were involved in the attempt to climb over burrow under a section of border fence in San Diego on New Year's Eve night. "Shortly thereafter, migrants began throwing rocks over the fence at the CBP agents and officers". Per use of force policy, the incident will be reviewed by the Border Patrol's Office of Professional Responsibility. Shortly after the New Year began, dozens of migrants stood on a hill from which they could see United States border agents, who watched ... (more...)
UK trade minister says '50-50' chance Brexit may be stopped
- January 03, 2019
The Prime Minister appealed to parliamentarians not to block her Brexit deal when it is finally voted on by the Commons in the third week of January, saying there were other issues that needed the attention of MPs and government. The prime minister continued: "Together I believe we can start a new chapter with optimism and hope ". "You can see the frustration in the Members of Parliament and them trying to navigate what the people wanted when they voted in the referendum". (more...)
- January 03, 2019
The Prime Minister appealed to parliamentarians not to block her Brexit deal when it is finally voted on by the Commons in the third week of January, saying there were other issues that needed the attention of MPs and government. The prime minister continued: "Together I believe we can start a new chapter with optimism and hope ". "You can see the frustration in the Members of Parliament and them trying to navigate what the people wanted when they voted in the referendum". (more...)
WA Police respond to death threats ... aimed at spider
- January 03, 2019
Wanneroo Police tweeted about the incident before deleting it. They, however, arrived to find a red-faced man with a "serious fear" of spiders who apologised for causing the ruckus while he was "trying to kill the spider". A Redback Spider is pictured at the Australian Reptile Park January 23, 2006 in Sydney , Australia. "The toddler inside was screaming but the caller didn't hear the female who lives there saying anything", the report stated. (more...)
- January 03, 2019
Wanneroo Police tweeted about the incident before deleting it. They, however, arrived to find a red-faced man with a "serious fear" of spiders who apologised for causing the ruckus while he was "trying to kill the spider". A Redback Spider is pictured at the Australian Reptile Park January 23, 2006 in Sydney , Australia. "The toddler inside was screaming but the caller didn't hear the female who lives there saying anything", the report stated. (more...)
Headline: Trump: Iran can do whatever it wants in Syria
- January 03, 2019
Turkey considers the US-backed Kurdish People's Protection Units (YPG), which now controls almost 30 percent of Syria, a terrorist group linked to fighting within its own borders. The president announced the pullout from Syria on Christmas Eve, leaving Turkish forces to " eradicate whatever is left of ISIS " there. Yet Trump, on Wednesday, said that Tehran, like the USA, was withdrawing its forces from Syria. (more...)
- January 03, 2019
Turkey considers the US-backed Kurdish People's Protection Units (YPG), which now controls almost 30 percent of Syria, a terrorist group linked to fighting within its own borders. The president announced the pullout from Syria on Christmas Eve, leaving Turkish forces to " eradicate whatever is left of ISIS " there. Yet Trump, on Wednesday, said that Tehran, like the USA, was withdrawing its forces from Syria. (more...)
Cleveland Clinic fires doctor after online threat to give Jews 'wrong meds'
- January 02, 2019
A BDS supporter, Kollab has also defended the Hamas terror group and said that "jewish settlers in palestine are the descendants of the nazis". A medical professional who has a long history of anti-Semitic comments online is no longer working at an OH hospital after threatening to give Jews "the wrong meds". (more...)
- January 02, 2019
A BDS supporter, Kollab has also defended the Hamas terror group and said that "jewish settlers in palestine are the descendants of the nazis". A medical professional who has a long history of anti-Semitic comments online is no longer working at an OH hospital after threatening to give Jews "the wrong meds". (more...)
White House calls Democrats' plan to end shutdown 'non-starter'
- January 02, 2019
Congress will feature the largest number of progressive lawmakers in many years, and they appear to be in no mood to appease a president who is standing firm on his pursuit of funding for a wall on the southern border with Mexico. "So imaginative! The problem is, without a Wall there can be no real Border Security". He promised "six more years of great success". But he seemed to shift tactics later in the day, appealing to Pelosi. (more...)
- January 02, 2019
Congress will feature the largest number of progressive lawmakers in many years, and they appear to be in no mood to appease a president who is standing firm on his pursuit of funding for a wall on the southern border with Mexico. "So imaginative! The problem is, without a Wall there can be no real Border Security". He promised "six more years of great success". But he seemed to shift tactics later in the day, appealing to Pelosi. (more...)
Video shows migrant children at Arizona centre being pushed and shoved
- January 02, 2019
According to a report by The Arizona Republic , incidents involving three children and several employees led to the fall suspension of the shelter's operations by the federal Office of Refugee Resettlement. The statement said that Southwest Key was also engaging with the Child Welfare Consulting Partnership to do an independent review of its processes, hiring and training in its Arizona shelters. (more...)
- January 02, 2019
According to a report by The Arizona Republic , incidents involving three children and several employees led to the fall suspension of the shelter's operations by the federal Office of Refugee Resettlement. The statement said that Southwest Key was also engaging with the Child Welfare Consulting Partnership to do an independent review of its processes, hiring and training in its Arizona shelters. (more...)
Romney criticizes Trump's 'character' in op-ed
- January 02, 2019
Trump "has not risen to the mantle of the office". In his column for the Washington Post , Romney said Trump "has not risen to the mantle of the office". The world "needs American leadership", he argued, and "the alternative. offered by China and Russian Federation is autocratic, corrupt and brutal". (more...)
- January 02, 2019
Trump "has not risen to the mantle of the office". In his column for the Washington Post , Romney said Trump "has not risen to the mantle of the office". The world "needs American leadership", he argued, and "the alternative. offered by China and Russian Federation is autocratic, corrupt and brutal". (more...)
Congolese Hold Their Breath, Wondering If This Presidential Election Will Be Credible
- January 02, 2019
I doubt anyone will have the courage to proclaim Shadary as the victor. Sunday's vote , which has been repeatedly postponed since 2016, was marked by long delays with many polling stations not opening and voters not finding their names on the poll register. (more...)
- January 02, 2019
I doubt anyone will have the courage to proclaim Shadary as the victor. Sunday's vote , which has been repeatedly postponed since 2016, was marked by long delays with many polling stations not opening and voters not finding their names on the poll register. (more...)
Train accident on bridge in Danish islands leaves several dead
- January 02, 2019
Local media reported a passenger train braked suddenly after being hit by objects or tarpaulin from a freight train travelling in the opposite direction. The Storebaelt or Great Belt Bridge is part of bridges and tunnel link between the Danish islands. The accident took place on a road-and-rail bridge, part of a transport system consisting of a road suspension bridge and a railway tunnel. (more...)
- January 02, 2019
Local media reported a passenger train braked suddenly after being hit by objects or tarpaulin from a freight train travelling in the opposite direction. The Storebaelt or Great Belt Bridge is part of bridges and tunnel link between the Danish islands. The accident took place on a road-and-rail bridge, part of a transport system consisting of a road suspension bridge and a railway tunnel. (more...)
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