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Indian PM votes in general election, calls for national security
- April 23, 2019
After casting his vote, Modi walked some distance from the polling booth and interacted briefly with mediapersons. "I am grateful to all the lovers of democracy who voted in large numbers in the first and second phases of the Lok Sabha elections", he said. (more...)
- April 23, 2019
After casting his vote, Modi walked some distance from the polling booth and interacted briefly with mediapersons. "I am grateful to all the lovers of democracy who voted in large numbers in the first and second phases of the Lok Sabha elections", he said. (more...)
Britain's Prince Louis celebrates his first birthday
- April 23, 2019
Happy first birthday Prince Louis of Cambridge! Louis , the little brother of Prince George and Princess Charlotte , is depicted playing outside at the Cambridges' home in Norfolk, Anmer Hall. Proudly displaying two tiny front teeth slightly portruding from a gummy smile, Prince Louis - who we have last seen at Christmas time late previous year - is seen wearing a burgundy jumper whilst sitting atop moss-covered greenery. (more...)
- April 23, 2019
Happy first birthday Prince Louis of Cambridge! Louis , the little brother of Prince George and Princess Charlotte , is depicted playing outside at the Cambridges' home in Norfolk, Anmer Hall. Proudly displaying two tiny front teeth slightly portruding from a gummy smile, Prince Louis - who we have last seen at Christmas time late previous year - is seen wearing a burgundy jumper whilst sitting atop moss-covered greenery. (more...)
Ugandan police detain Bobi Wine, sources say
- April 23, 2019
But on Monday morning, heavy security deployment was seen at the routes to the beach, with event organisers Andrew Mukasa alias Bajjo events and Abbey Musinguzi alias Abitex said to have been arrested. He said the latest police move brings the number of blocked concerts across the country to 124 since October 2017. Wine, whose real name is Robert Kyagulanyi, spearheaded protests against the removal of presidential age caps and has signalled he is seriously considering running against Museveni. (more...)
- April 23, 2019
But on Monday morning, heavy security deployment was seen at the routes to the beach, with event organisers Andrew Mukasa alias Bajjo events and Abbey Musinguzi alias Abitex said to have been arrested. He said the latest police move brings the number of blocked concerts across the country to 124 since October 2017. Wine, whose real name is Robert Kyagulanyi, spearheaded protests against the removal of presidential age caps and has signalled he is seriously considering running against Museveni. (more...)
Federal Bureau of Investigation arrests member of anti-N.Korea regime group
- April 23, 2019
The U.S. government this week arrested several U.S. nationals linked to the mysterious February break-in at North Korea's embassy in Madrid , a statement by a lawyer representing the accused confirmed on Friday. Pyongyang has said that the embassy personnel had been tortured by the assailants who stole computers and communication devices. Cheollima said on its website that it was responding to an urgent situation at the embassy and was invited onto the property, and that "no one was ... (more...)
- April 23, 2019
The U.S. government this week arrested several U.S. nationals linked to the mysterious February break-in at North Korea's embassy in Madrid , a statement by a lawyer representing the accused confirmed on Friday. Pyongyang has said that the embassy personnel had been tortured by the assailants who stole computers and communication devices. Cheollima said on its website that it was responding to an urgent situation at the embassy and was invited onto the property, and that "no one was ... (more...)
Turkish opposition leader safe after crowd attacks him
- April 23, 2019
Several TV broadcasters showed video in which Kilicdaroglu was hit on the head at least twice as a clutch of security guards and a police officer attempted to keep dozens of fist-pumping men away, some of whom were shouting "shame on you" and "God damn you". (more...)
- April 23, 2019
Several TV broadcasters showed video in which Kilicdaroglu was hit on the head at least twice as a clutch of security guards and a police officer attempted to keep dozens of fist-pumping men away, some of whom were shouting "shame on you" and "God damn you". (more...)
Trumps host White House Easter Egg Roll
- April 23, 2019
Trump turned his attention to the crowd and said, "There's a young guy just said, 'Keep building that wall.' Can you believe that? He's going to be a conservative some day!" It remains one of the most divisive issues of his presidency and he's promised it will feature prominently in his 2020 re-election campaign. (more...)
- April 23, 2019
Trump turned his attention to the crowd and said, "There's a young guy just said, 'Keep building that wall.' Can you believe that? He's going to be a conservative some day!" It remains one of the most divisive issues of his presidency and he's promised it will feature prominently in his 2020 re-election campaign. (more...)
Democratic Hopefuls Want Congress to 'Take Steps' Toward Impeaching Trump
- April 23, 2019
After Mueller's report was released, the most prominent of the Democratic freshmen, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of NY, signed on to Tlaib's resolution calling for an investigation into Trump's conduct and the question of whether it merits a formal charge in the House. (more...)
- April 23, 2019
After Mueller's report was released, the most prominent of the Democratic freshmen, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of NY, signed on to Tlaib's resolution calling for an investigation into Trump's conduct and the question of whether it merits a formal charge in the House. (more...)
Pope Francis prays for Sri Lanka victims in Easter Sunday address
- April 23, 2019
The blasts in Sri Lanka, which hospital and police officials said killed at least 138 people and wounded more than 400 people, followed a lull in major attacks since the end of the civil war 10 years ago. 'To say that darkness will conquer, that our choice is surrender or death. "Let us not keep our faces bowed to the ground in fear but raise our eyes to the risen Jesus". (more...)
- April 23, 2019
The blasts in Sri Lanka, which hospital and police officials said killed at least 138 people and wounded more than 400 people, followed a lull in major attacks since the end of the civil war 10 years ago. 'To say that darkness will conquer, that our choice is surrender or death. "Let us not keep our faces bowed to the ground in fear but raise our eyes to the risen Jesus". (more...)
Trump to visit UK, France in June for D-Day anniversary
- April 23, 2019
The visit, which stands as distinct from the previous "working" visit in 2018, as a full state occasion would come as part of the 75th-anniversary commemorations of the D-Day invasion by joint U.S., British Empire, and other troops against Nazi Germany-occupied Europe in June 1944. (more...)
- April 23, 2019
The visit, which stands as distinct from the previous "working" visit in 2018, as a full state occasion would come as part of the 75th-anniversary commemorations of the D-Day invasion by joint U.S., British Empire, and other troops against Nazi Germany-occupied Europe in June 1944. (more...)
The Supreme Court to Hear Three Major LGBTQ Civil Rights Cases
- April 23, 2019
The legal fight centers on the definition of " sex " in Title VII . "In two of the cases, lower courts sided with the plaintiffs", NPR's Leila Fadel reports for our Newscast unit, "one in MI where a transgender woman was sacked from her job at a funeral home based on her gender identity; another out of NY where a skydiving instructor was allegedly fired because he's gay". (more...)
- April 23, 2019
The legal fight centers on the definition of " sex " in Title VII . "In two of the cases, lower courts sided with the plaintiffs", NPR's Leila Fadel reports for our Newscast unit, "one in MI where a transgender woman was sacked from her job at a funeral home based on her gender identity; another out of NY where a skydiving instructor was allegedly fired because he's gay". (more...)
North Korea's Kim to meet Putin at crucial diplomatic moment
- April 23, 2019
As the standoff continued, the North last week announced that it had tested what it called a new type of "tactical guided weapon". North Korean leader Kim Jong-un will visit Russia for a summit with President Vladimir Putin , North Korean state media said on Tuesday, and a Russian news report said the leaders will meet on April 25 in Vladivostok. (more...)
- April 23, 2019
As the standoff continued, the North last week announced that it had tested what it called a new type of "tactical guided weapon". North Korean leader Kim Jong-un will visit Russia for a summit with President Vladimir Putin , North Korean state media said on Tuesday, and a Russian news report said the leaders will meet on April 25 in Vladivostok. (more...)
Warren unveils $640 billion college debt forgiveness plan
- April 23, 2019
So, for example, a household with a $200,000 income would get roughly $16,667 in student loan debt canceled. Elizabeth Warren announced a proposal on Monday aimed at alleviating the student loan debt crisis by largely eliminating the obligations altogether. (more...)
- April 23, 2019
So, for example, a household with a $200,000 income would get roughly $16,667 in student loan debt canceled. Elizabeth Warren announced a proposal on Monday aimed at alleviating the student loan debt crisis by largely eliminating the obligations altogether. (more...)
Remembrance service for those killed in Columbine High School massacre
- April 23, 2019
He became known as "the boy in the window" when cameras captured him dangling from a second-story window before falling during the 1999 school shooting. A religious service Thursday night kicked off three days of commemorative events leading to a day of community service projects and a ceremony Saturday at a park near the school. (more...)
- April 23, 2019
He became known as "the boy in the window" when cameras captured him dangling from a second-story window before falling during the 1999 school shooting. A religious service Thursday night kicked off three days of commemorative events leading to a day of community service projects and a ceremony Saturday at a park near the school. (more...)
UK PM to face unprecedented vote of no confidence from grassroots Conservatives
- April 23, 2019
More than 70 local constituency chairs have signed a motion calling for an emergency meeting of the National Conservative Convention, which represents the grassroots membership. Critics have warned the failure of pro-EU parties to join forces risks splitting the vote in the contests, while Nigel Farage's Brexit Party has built momentum among Leave supporters. (more...)
- April 23, 2019
More than 70 local constituency chairs have signed a motion calling for an emergency meeting of the National Conservative Convention, which represents the grassroots membership. Critics have warned the failure of pro-EU parties to join forces risks splitting the vote in the contests, while Nigel Farage's Brexit Party has built momentum among Leave supporters. (more...)
Dem Rep. Seth Moulton Enters 2020 Presidential Race
- April 23, 2019
Though with a record number of bombs dropped under Trump and combat operations underway in over 130 countries - mostly under the pretext of euphemisms like " humanitarian intervention " - it's hard to see how the United States could be more "national-security-oriented". (more...)
- April 23, 2019
Though with a record number of bombs dropped under Trump and combat operations underway in over 130 countries - mostly under the pretext of euphemisms like " humanitarian intervention " - it's hard to see how the United States could be more "national-security-oriented". (more...)
Video reveals deputy punching and slamming teen's head against ground
- April 23, 2019
He also said Tony should release the deputies' body camera video , which he said would show why they reacted as they did. "I'm not going to sit and try to brush anything under the table", he said. An encounter between a group of teenagers and Broward Sheriff's deputies that got physical was caught on video. As the crowd dispersed, the deputies saw a teen who had been involved in Wednesday's fight. (more...)
- April 23, 2019
He also said Tony should release the deputies' body camera video , which he said would show why they reacted as they did. "I'm not going to sit and try to brush anything under the table", he said. An encounter between a group of teenagers and Broward Sheriff's deputies that got physical was caught on video. As the crowd dispersed, the deputies saw a teen who had been involved in Wednesday's fight. (more...)
Easter celebrations end on a peaceful note in state
- April 23, 2019
He urged Christians to emulate the life of Jesus whose death and resurrection brought freedom to mankind. According to the scriptures, Jesus had his last meal with his disciples on the evening of a Thursday (commemorated as Holy Thursday), was arrested during the night, tried Friday morning (Good Friday), condemned, crucified, and died before sunset on Friday. (more...)
- April 23, 2019
He urged Christians to emulate the life of Jesus whose death and resurrection brought freedom to mankind. According to the scriptures, Jesus had his last meal with his disciples on the evening of a Thursday (commemorated as Holy Thursday), was arrested during the night, tried Friday morning (Good Friday), condemned, crucified, and died before sunset on Friday. (more...)
Officials say 6 people died in Texas small plane crash
- April 23, 2019
The aircraft was flying from Houston to Kerrville. A view of the crash site near the small town of Kerrville, Texas . The National Transportation Safety Board said it was investigating the crash. He says they regularly volunteered to fly sick people in remote parts of the country to hospitals in Houston and Dallas. The plane crashed just a few miles from Kerrville Municipal Airport where it was meant to land. (more...)
- April 23, 2019
The aircraft was flying from Houston to Kerrville. A view of the crash site near the small town of Kerrville, Texas . The National Transportation Safety Board said it was investigating the crash. He says they regularly volunteered to fly sick people in remote parts of the country to hospitals in Houston and Dallas. The plane crashed just a few miles from Kerrville Municipal Airport where it was meant to land. (more...)
Prayer vigil for Sri Lanka to take place in Surrey Monday evening
- April 23, 2019
In an indication of the tensions, three explosions caused panic but apparently no injuries Monday as police were defusing bombs inside a van parked near one of the stricken churches. Canada is home to roughly 150,000 people of Sri Lankan or mixed Sri Lankan descent, majority in Ontario, according to 2016 figures from Statistics Canada. (more...)
- April 23, 2019
In an indication of the tensions, three explosions caused panic but apparently no injuries Monday as police were defusing bombs inside a van parked near one of the stricken churches. Canada is home to roughly 150,000 people of Sri Lankan or mixed Sri Lankan descent, majority in Ontario, according to 2016 figures from Statistics Canada. (more...)
Woman arrested after puppies dumped in trash at Coachella
- April 23, 2019
A law enforcement source told TMZ that the woman will be facing seven charges of animal cruelty and could spend up to six years behind bars if she is convicted. "The Good Samaritan played a major role in saving theses puppies' lives", Department of Animal Services Commander Chris Mayer said . "The mid-day temperatures in Coachella on Thursday were in the mid-90s range". (more...)
- April 23, 2019
A law enforcement source told TMZ that the woman will be facing seven charges of animal cruelty and could spend up to six years behind bars if she is convicted. "The Good Samaritan played a major role in saving theses puppies' lives", Department of Animal Services Commander Chris Mayer said . "The mid-day temperatures in Coachella on Thursday were in the mid-90s range". (more...)
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