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People Forced to Evacuate Over Wildfire in Spain's Canary Islands
- August 20, 2019
In this photo issued by Cabildo de Gran Canaria, flames from a forest fire burn close to houses in El Rincon, Tejeda on the Spanish Gran Canaria island on Sunday Aug. Hundreds of people were evacuated from villages on the Greek island of Evia when the fire began on Tuesday. "The virulence of the fire , the speed at which flames spread, the intensity of the fronts, mean that more extreme weather conditions are generated inside the fire and embers leap sometimes hundreds of metres ... (more...)
- August 20, 2019
In this photo issued by Cabildo de Gran Canaria, flames from a forest fire burn close to houses in El Rincon, Tejeda on the Spanish Gran Canaria island on Sunday Aug. Hundreds of people were evacuated from villages on the Greek island of Evia when the fire began on Tuesday. "The virulence of the fire , the speed at which flames spread, the intensity of the fronts, mean that more extreme weather conditions are generated inside the fire and embers leap sometimes hundreds of metres ... (more...)
Spain sending navy ship to bring Open Arms migrants to Palma
- August 20, 2019
The Open Arms ship has been waiting for over two weeks for permission to disembark the over 100 migrants which it rescued from rubber dinghies. "Nine people dived into the water, in despair, in an attempt to reach the coast of Lampedusa ". (more...)
- August 20, 2019
The Open Arms ship has been waiting for over two weeks for permission to disembark the over 100 migrants which it rescued from rubber dinghies. "Nine people dived into the water, in despair, in an attempt to reach the coast of Lampedusa ". (more...)
Tech firms tell US French tax will hit customers
- August 20, 2019
The relationship between President Donald Trump and the largest US technology companies has often been frosty but a common opponent - France's plan to tax USA tech giants - will bring the two sides together, at least temporarily. Trump said he was considering a 100% tariff on French wine at a fund-raiser last week, though it's unclear if he was being serious. In his July tweet, Trump concluded with the line, "I've always said American wine is better than French wine" - even though ... (more...)
- August 20, 2019
The relationship between President Donald Trump and the largest US technology companies has often been frosty but a common opponent - France's plan to tax USA tech giants - will bring the two sides together, at least temporarily. Trump said he was considering a 100% tariff on French wine at a fund-raiser last week, though it's unclear if he was being serious. In his July tweet, Trump concluded with the line, "I've always said American wine is better than French wine" - even though ... (more...)
Putin, Macron hold French-Russian talks before G-7
- August 20, 2019
Speaking in a joint news conference before the meeting, Macron spoke of his hope that the election of Ukraine's new president, Volodymyr Zelenskiy, provides opportunity to relaunch negotiations in Russia's conflict with the country. "Of course, we will support it". "I am a guest here and it's uncomfortable for me to talk about this", said Putin, before reeling off casualty tolls from the yellow vest protests. (more...)
- August 20, 2019
Speaking in a joint news conference before the meeting, Macron spoke of his hope that the election of Ukraine's new president, Volodymyr Zelenskiy, provides opportunity to relaunch negotiations in Russia's conflict with the country. "Of course, we will support it". "I am a guest here and it's uncomfortable for me to talk about this", said Putin, before reeling off casualty tolls from the yellow vest protests. (more...)
Team Trump eyes payroll tax cut to spur economy
- August 20, 2019
The Washington Post reported that administration officials were in the early stages of talks about whether a payroll tax cut could be a useful tool to help avert a potential economic slowdown. Americans only pay the tax on income up to $132,900, so a payroll tax cut would give many middle class families relief they didn't see under Trump's tax cuts. (more...)
- August 20, 2019
The Washington Post reported that administration officials were in the early stages of talks about whether a payroll tax cut could be a useful tool to help avert a potential economic slowdown. Americans only pay the tax on income up to $132,900, so a payroll tax cut would give many middle class families relief they didn't see under Trump's tax cuts. (more...)
Italy PM Conte says to offer resignation
- August 20, 2019
A new coalition between Five Star and the Democratic Party would be no guarantee of stability for Italy because the two parties have sharp policy differences. A PD-M5S coalition could lead to the opposite of what Salvini intended ─ with him out of government altogether instead of being its sole leader. Caught on the back foot, Salvini has sought to re-establish some ties and said he would be willing to back a M5S proposal to cut the number of lawmakers from 950 to 605, but only if new ... (more...)
- August 20, 2019
A new coalition between Five Star and the Democratic Party would be no guarantee of stability for Italy because the two parties have sharp policy differences. A PD-M5S coalition could lead to the opposite of what Salvini intended ─ with him out of government altogether instead of being its sole leader. Caught on the back foot, Salvini has sought to re-establish some ties and said he would be willing to back a M5S proposal to cut the number of lawmakers from 950 to 605, but only if new ... (more...)
Elton John to Media: Leave Harry, Meghan Alone
- August 20, 2019
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex who have been champions of various environmental and wildlife causes, have faced the wrath of netizens who criticised them for flying on private jets. "I'm calling on the press to cease these relentless and untrue assassinations on their character that are spuriously crafted on an nearly daily basis", Sir Elton said in an Instagram post on Monday, accusing the media of publishing a "distorted and malicious account" of their visit. (more...)
- August 20, 2019
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex who have been champions of various environmental and wildlife causes, have faced the wrath of netizens who criticised them for flying on private jets. "I'm calling on the press to cease these relentless and untrue assassinations on their character that are spuriously crafted on an nearly daily basis", Sir Elton said in an Instagram post on Monday, accusing the media of publishing a "distorted and malicious account" of their visit. (more...)
NYPD Fires Officer For Illegal Chokehold in Eric Garner's Death
- August 20, 2019
A civil rights investigation was launched in 2014 after a grand jury declined to indict on criminal charges . Earlier this year, Attorney General William Barr decided not to bring criminal charges against Pantaleo under federal civil rights laws. (more...)
- August 20, 2019
A civil rights investigation was launched in 2014 after a grand jury declined to indict on criminal charges . Earlier this year, Attorney General William Barr decided not to bring criminal charges against Pantaleo under federal civil rights laws. (more...)
Turkey removes pro-Kurdish mayors
- August 20, 2019
In June, the AK party suffered defeats in Turkey's major cities, losing control of Istanbul after a re-run of the city's mayoral election in a stinging blow to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan . Dozens of HDP members have been arrested in the last three years, including mayors who were replaced with state administrators. Citing the continued pressure on the HDP, Kaplan said Monday's dismissals could be an attempt to stop the party's ongoing investigations into the spending practices ... (more...)
- August 20, 2019
In June, the AK party suffered defeats in Turkey's major cities, losing control of Istanbul after a re-run of the city's mayoral election in a stinging blow to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan . Dozens of HDP members have been arrested in the last three years, including mayors who were replaced with state administrators. Citing the continued pressure on the HDP, Kaplan said Monday's dismissals could be an attempt to stop the party's ongoing investigations into the spending practices ... (more...)
Planned Parenthood gives up millions of dollars over Trump Administration 'gag rule'
- August 20, 2019
Planned Parenthood affiliates will submit letters by Monday evening with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services notifying the government of the move. Monday was the deadline set by the government for program participants to submit statements that they meant to comply with the new rules, along with a plan. (more...)
- August 20, 2019
Planned Parenthood affiliates will submit letters by Monday evening with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services notifying the government of the move. Monday was the deadline set by the government for program participants to submit statements that they meant to comply with the new rules, along with a plan. (more...)
Ex-Sudan president Bashir faces trial
- August 20, 2019
Inside the courtroom, the toppled autocrat was seated in a metal cage, unshaven and wore a traditional white gown, or thobe. His family members chanted "Allahu Akbar" (God is best) as proceedings acquired underneath method within the Khartoum court docket the place he arrived in an enormous navy convoy. (more...)
- August 20, 2019
Inside the courtroom, the toppled autocrat was seated in a metal cage, unshaven and wore a traditional white gown, or thobe. His family members chanted "Allahu Akbar" (God is best) as proceedings acquired underneath method within the Khartoum court docket the place he arrived in an enormous navy convoy. (more...)
Trump plays down fears of United States recession
- August 20, 2019
The economists surveyed by the National Association for Business Economics (NABE), in a report released Monday (Tuesday NZT), mostly didn't share Trump's optimistic outlook for the economy, though they generally saw recession coming later than they did in a survey taken in February. (more...)
- August 20, 2019
The economists surveyed by the National Association for Business Economics (NABE), in a report released Monday (Tuesday NZT), mostly didn't share Trump's optimistic outlook for the economy, though they generally saw recession coming later than they did in a survey taken in February. (more...)
Britain's Prince Andrew says he is 'appalled' by Epstein abuse claims
- August 20, 2019
Prince Andrew's statement comes after the Mail on Sunday published footage showing the duke looking out from a large door of the mansion waving goodbye to a woman after Mr Epstein leaves to get into a chauffeur-driven vehicle. He quit his role as a United Kingdom trade envoy in 2011. The Duke of York touched on the subject during the 2015 World Economic Forum in Davos, saying, "I wish to reiterate and reaffirm the statements already made on my behalf by Buckingham Palace". (more...)
- August 20, 2019
Prince Andrew's statement comes after the Mail on Sunday published footage showing the duke looking out from a large door of the mansion waving goodbye to a woman after Mr Epstein leaves to get into a chauffeur-driven vehicle. He quit his role as a United Kingdom trade envoy in 2011. The Duke of York touched on the subject during the 2015 World Economic Forum in Davos, saying, "I wish to reiterate and reaffirm the statements already made on my behalf by Buckingham Palace". (more...)
Donald Trump, UK's Boris Johnson discuss Brexit, economic issues in call
- August 20, 2019
The prime minister called for "flexible and creative solutions" and "alternative arrangements" - based on technology - to avoid a hard border . The newspaper published what it said were three pages worth of "planning assumptions" detailing what the British government expects in the case of a sudden, "no-deal" exit from the EU. (more...)
- August 20, 2019
The prime minister called for "flexible and creative solutions" and "alternative arrangements" - based on technology - to avoid a hard border . The newspaper published what it said were three pages worth of "planning assumptions" detailing what the British government expects in the case of a sudden, "no-deal" exit from the EU. (more...)
Pak Army Chief Gen Bajwa gets 3-year extension amid security concern
- August 20, 2019
Pakistan's army chief, General Qamar Javed Bajwa , was handed a three-year extension on Monday as tension with India flared this month over the disputed territory of Kashmir, the prime minister's office said. Bajwa accompanied Khan on his maiden US visit during which he met US President Donald Trump at the White House. Unlike other potential candidates, very few had discussed and debated the candidature of Qamar when Nawaz Sharif was consulting his aides to name the next army chief. (more...)
- August 20, 2019
Pakistan's army chief, General Qamar Javed Bajwa , was handed a three-year extension on Monday as tension with India flared this month over the disputed territory of Kashmir, the prime minister's office said. Bajwa accompanied Khan on his maiden US visit during which he met US President Donald Trump at the White House. Unlike other potential candidates, very few had discussed and debated the candidature of Qamar when Nawaz Sharif was consulting his aides to name the next army chief. (more...)
Vladimir Putin gives French first lady Brigitte Macron bouquet of roses
- August 20, 2019
The Normandy negotiating format comprises Germany , France, Russia and Ukraine . "The relation of France and Russian Federation, of Russia and the European Union is absolutely decisive", Macron said. He said phone conversations with Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskiy had given him cautious grounds for optimism, but stressed that he believed that any meeting aimed at resolving the Ukraine crisis should yield tangible results. (more...)
- August 20, 2019
The Normandy negotiating format comprises Germany , France, Russia and Ukraine . "The relation of France and Russian Federation, of Russia and the European Union is absolutely decisive", Macron said. He said phone conversations with Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskiy had given him cautious grounds for optimism, but stressed that he believed that any meeting aimed at resolving the Ukraine crisis should yield tangible results. (more...)
Warren Removes Infamous Native American Heritage Video From Campaign Website
- August 20, 2019
Warren, who's been surging in 2020 Democratic primary polls in recent months, opened her speech at a forum organized by a group fighting for Native American voting rights with an apology and was greeted with a warm reception. Cherokee Nation Secretary of State Chuck Hoskin Jr. had lambasted Warren after she took the test: "Using a DNA test to lay claim to any connection to the Cherokee Nation or any tribal nation, even vaguely, is inappropriate and wrong". (more...)
- August 20, 2019
Warren, who's been surging in 2020 Democratic primary polls in recent months, opened her speech at a forum organized by a group fighting for Native American voting rights with an apology and was greeted with a warm reception. Cherokee Nation Secretary of State Chuck Hoskin Jr. had lambasted Warren after she took the test: "Using a DNA test to lay claim to any connection to the Cherokee Nation or any tribal nation, even vaguely, is inappropriate and wrong". (more...)
Bomb meant to kill police found near to Fermanagh border
- August 20, 2019
At around 10.35am this morning, police officers at the scene have reported an explosion in the area of the Cavan Road at its junction with the Wattlebridge Road. Dolores Kelly, SDLP MLA and Policing Board member, paid tribute to the officers at the scene and said the board would be meeting with the PSNI Chief Constable later this week. (more...)
- August 20, 2019
At around 10.35am this morning, police officers at the scene have reported an explosion in the area of the Cavan Road at its junction with the Wattlebridge Road. Dolores Kelly, SDLP MLA and Policing Board member, paid tribute to the officers at the scene and said the board would be meeting with the PSNI Chief Constable later this week. (more...)
Sri Lankan general accused of war abuses appointed army chief
- August 20, 2019
Mr Silva's appointment comes as President Maithripala Sirisena and his government face criticism that they failed to heed warnings ahead of a series of suicide bomb attacks in April . Shavendra Silva was appointed to the post despite concerns raised over the risk his appointment may pose to Sri Lanka's cooperation with UN Peacekeeping operations and the defence cooperation between the U.S. (more...)
- August 20, 2019
Mr Silva's appointment comes as President Maithripala Sirisena and his government face criticism that they failed to heed warnings ahead of a series of suicide bomb attacks in April . Shavendra Silva was appointed to the post despite concerns raised over the risk his appointment may pose to Sri Lanka's cooperation with UN Peacekeeping operations and the defence cooperation between the U.S. (more...)
Zimbabwe police ban opposition protest
- August 20, 2019
The ruling by Bulawayo Magistrate Tinashe Tashaya was expected. The police said they feared the Bulawayo protests would turn violent, and there was a strong police presence throughout the city on Monday. The demonstrations are viewed as a test of Mnangagwa's willingness to tolerate dissent in a country tainted by a long history of repression under his predecessor Robert Mugabe , who ruled for almost 40 years. (more...)
- August 20, 2019
The ruling by Bulawayo Magistrate Tinashe Tashaya was expected. The police said they feared the Bulawayo protests would turn violent, and there was a strong police presence throughout the city on Monday. The demonstrations are viewed as a test of Mnangagwa's willingness to tolerate dissent in a country tainted by a long history of repression under his predecessor Robert Mugabe , who ruled for almost 40 years. (more...)
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