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G7 Leaders Gather In France To Discuss Iran, Russia, Amazon Rainforest
- August 25, 2019
An official in Macron's office said the meeting would take place around 1000 GMT, or 1200 local Paris time. The two leaders sat on a terrace at the ornate Hotel du Palais in the Atlantic resort of Biarritz, the G7 venue, just a day after Trump reiterated his threat of tariffs against French wine in retaliation for a new tax on major United States tech companies. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
An official in Macron's office said the meeting would take place around 1000 GMT, or 1200 local Paris time. The two leaders sat on a terrace at the ornate Hotel du Palais in the Atlantic resort of Biarritz, the G7 venue, just a day after Trump reiterated his threat of tariffs against French wine in retaliation for a new tax on major United States tech companies. (more...)
United Kingdom won't retreat from global community: Johnson
- August 25, 2019
Johnson and Trump are due to meet on Sunday morning for what are expected to be positive talks on their countries' future bilateral trade relations and Brexit , as well as covering worldwide topics where the two sides do not see eye to eye, like Russian Federation, the Iran nuclear deal and trade policy on China. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
Johnson and Trump are due to meet on Sunday morning for what are expected to be positive talks on their countries' future bilateral trade relations and Brexit , as well as covering worldwide topics where the two sides do not see eye to eye, like Russian Federation, the Iran nuclear deal and trade policy on China. (more...)
Rohingya refugees reject 'unconditional return' to Myanmar
- August 25, 2019
The report, released in NY, charges that the genocidal intent of Myanmar's military toward the Rohingya was demonstrated "by means of killing female members of the Rohingya community, causing Rohingya women and girls serious bodily or mental harm, deliberately inflicting on the Rohingya women and girls conditions of life calculated to bring about the destruction of the Rohingya in whole or in part, and imposing measures that prevented births within the group". (more...)
- August 25, 2019
The report, released in NY, charges that the genocidal intent of Myanmar's military toward the Rohingya was demonstrated "by means of killing female members of the Rohingya community, causing Rohingya women and girls serious bodily or mental harm, deliberately inflicting on the Rohingya women and girls conditions of life calculated to bring about the destruction of the Rohingya in whole or in part, and imposing measures that prevented births within the group". (more...)
One Of Two Trapped Polish Cavers Found Dead
- August 25, 2019
A helicopter and an ambulance are seen as rescuers conduct a rescue operation after a thunderstorm in the Tatra Mountains, in Zakopane, Poland on Thursday. Four people, including two children, were killed in Poland and a Czech tourist was killed by the same storm in neighboring Slovakia . In addition, over 150 people caught in the storm were treated for burns, fractures and heart problems at the hospital in the Tatra resort of Zakopane. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
A helicopter and an ambulance are seen as rescuers conduct a rescue operation after a thunderstorm in the Tatra Mountains, in Zakopane, Poland on Thursday. Four people, including two children, were killed in Poland and a Czech tourist was killed by the same storm in neighboring Slovakia . In addition, over 150 people caught in the storm were treated for burns, fractures and heart problems at the hospital in the Tatra resort of Zakopane. (more...)
Prince Andrew denies seeing any suspicious Epstein behaviour
- August 24, 2019
The Duke did, however, admit to staying in a number of Epstein's residences in the statement. In Saturday's statement, Andrew said he met Epstein in 1999 and saw him "infrequently", saying that meant "probably no more than only once or twice a year". (more...)
- August 24, 2019
The Duke did, however, admit to staying in a number of Epstein's residences in the statement. In Saturday's statement, Andrew said he met Epstein in 1999 and saw him "infrequently", saying that meant "probably no more than only once or twice a year". (more...)
Trump Challenges Court Ruling Barring Him from Blocking Twitter Users
- August 24, 2019
She said it made her want to "seriously consider" Justice Department arguments that the Constitution's separation of powers between branches of government requires that the scope of the subpoenas be narrowed. Trump's company has taken out about $364 million in loans from Deutsche Bank since 2012, according to public filings. These files don't show how much of these loans have been paid off, but they do show that a portion of each loan remains outstanding and that they've reportedly been used ... (more...)
- August 24, 2019
She said it made her want to "seriously consider" Justice Department arguments that the Constitution's separation of powers between branches of government requires that the scope of the subpoenas be narrowed. Trump's company has taken out about $364 million in loans from Deutsche Bank since 2012, according to public filings. These files don't show how much of these loans have been paid off, but they do show that a portion of each loan remains outstanding and that they've reportedly been used ... (more...)
Delegation of opposition leaders not allowed to leave Srinagar airport, says CPI(M)
- August 24, 2019
According to reports, the Congress , CPI-M, CPI, RJD, NCP, TMC and DMK is likely be part of the delegation. Ahead of the visit by Opposition leaders including former Congress president Rahul Gandhi , the Jammu and Kashmir administration asked them to call off the visit because they would be putting other people to inconvenience. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
According to reports, the Congress , CPI-M, CPI, RJD, NCP, TMC and DMK is likely be part of the delegation. Ahead of the visit by Opposition leaders including former Congress president Rahul Gandhi , the Jammu and Kashmir administration asked them to call off the visit because they would be putting other people to inconvenience. (more...)
Iran displays domestically built mobile missile defence system
- August 24, 2019
Iran says the Bavar-373 is able to recognize up to 100 targets at a same time and confront them with six different weapons. Tehran started making Bavar, which means "I believe" after the purchase of the Russian C-300 system was halted in 2010 due to global sanctions. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
Iran says the Bavar-373 is able to recognize up to 100 targets at a same time and confront them with six different weapons. Tehran started making Bavar, which means "I believe" after the purchase of the Russian C-300 system was halted in 2010 due to global sanctions. (more...)
Containment increased on California wildfire, 3 homes lost
- August 24, 2019
The fire erupted Thursday about 200 miles (322 kilometers) north of San Francisco and was rapidly spread by winds, which eased in the afternoon and overnight. Shasta College Campus is closed effective immediately! The shutoff wasn't part of the troubled utility's program that calls for imposing blackouts during dry, windy days to prevent fires from starting, The Sacramento Bee reported. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
The fire erupted Thursday about 200 miles (322 kilometers) north of San Francisco and was rapidly spread by winds, which eased in the afternoon and overnight. Shasta College Campus is closed effective immediately! The shutoff wasn't part of the troubled utility's program that calls for imposing blackouts during dry, windy days to prevent fires from starting, The Sacramento Bee reported. (more...)
European Union nations agree to take in 'Ocean Viking' migrants
- August 24, 2019
Muscat named Germany , France , Ireland , Luxembourg , Portugal and Romania as the willing countries, saying the migrants would be transferred to land in Malta by Maltese navy boats before being relocated. The Norwegian-flagged ship, Ocean Viking has been stranded at sea for two weeks awaiting port access. The migrants, mostly from Sudan , cheered and danced on hearing the news. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
Muscat named Germany , France , Ireland , Luxembourg , Portugal and Romania as the willing countries, saying the migrants would be transferred to land in Malta by Maltese navy boats before being relocated. The Norwegian-flagged ship, Ocean Viking has been stranded at sea for two weeks awaiting port access. The migrants, mostly from Sudan , cheered and danced on hearing the news. (more...)
British government welcomes China's release of Hong Kong consulate employee
- August 24, 2019
HONG KONG , CHINA - JULY 27: Riot police fire tear gas towards protesters in the district of Yuen Long on July 27, 2019 in Hong Kong, China. The large-scale demonstrations were sparked by a now-suspended extradition bill that would have allowed Hong Kong to send criminal suspects to China for trial. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
HONG KONG , CHINA - JULY 27: Riot police fire tear gas towards protesters in the district of Yuen Long on July 27, 2019 in Hong Kong, China. The large-scale demonstrations were sparked by a now-suspended extradition bill that would have allowed Hong Kong to send criminal suspects to China for trial. (more...)
BJP veteran Arun Jaitley passes away aged 66
- August 24, 2019
Orator par excellence, legal luminary @ arunjaitley ji served the Nation and sangathan with dedication and zeal. " Arun Jaitley's passing away is a huge loss not only for his family but also for his party and the entire Indian nation", he said expressing shock and grief in his condolence. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
Orator par excellence, legal luminary @ arunjaitley ji served the Nation and sangathan with dedication and zeal. " Arun Jaitley's passing away is a huge loss not only for his family but also for his party and the entire Indian nation", he said expressing shock and grief in his condolence. (more...)
Pompeo says China's detention of two Canadians is 'wrong'
- August 24, 2019
In response, the Chinese embassy in Ottawa yesterday blamed Canada for "gross difficulties" in bilateral ties and demanded Meng's release. Meng's extradition is now before the courts in British Columbia. Mr. Pompeo did say that the United States has been "very clear" about the inappropriate nature of the detention of the two men, saying it was discussed today and it is discussed often. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
In response, the Chinese embassy in Ottawa yesterday blamed Canada for "gross difficulties" in bilateral ties and demanded Meng's release. Meng's extradition is now before the courts in British Columbia. Mr. Pompeo did say that the United States has been "very clear" about the inappropriate nature of the detention of the two men, saying it was discussed today and it is discussed often. (more...)
Donald Trump Strikes Back at China with Higher Tariffs
- August 24, 2019
Trump tweeted that starting October 1, $250 billion worth of goods from China now being taxed at 25% will face tariffs of 30%. - Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) August 23, 2019 .Additionally, the remaining 300 BILLION DOLLARS of goods and products from China, that was being taxed from September 1st at 10%, will now be taxed at 15%. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
Trump tweeted that starting October 1, $250 billion worth of goods from China now being taxed at 25% will face tariffs of 30%. - Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) August 23, 2019 .Additionally, the remaining 300 BILLION DOLLARS of goods and products from China, that was being taxed from September 1st at 10%, will now be taxed at 15%. (more...)
Major carriers, state AGs will work to combat robocalls
- August 24, 2019
Authorities in the US said on Thursday that 80 people have so far been indicted in the case which is believed to be the largest in USA history. Once members of the conspiracy convinced victims to send money under false pretenses, Iro and Igbokwe coordinated the receipt of funds and oversaw an extensive money-laundering network, according to the 145-page indictment. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
Authorities in the US said on Thursday that 80 people have so far been indicted in the case which is believed to be the largest in USA history. Once members of the conspiracy convinced victims to send money under false pretenses, Iro and Igbokwe coordinated the receipt of funds and oversaw an extensive money-laundering network, according to the 145-page indictment. (more...)
Indonesia Cuts Internet Access in Papua to Curb Protests Over Ethnic Discrimination
- August 24, 2019
Residents of Papua and West Papua provinces have been blocked from using the internet after protesting against Indonesia's central government. Reverend James Bhagwan says the recent incidents in Java further illustrate the concerns raised about the situation in West Papua during last week's Pacific Forum leaders summit last week. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
Residents of Papua and West Papua provinces have been blocked from using the internet after protesting against Indonesia's central government. Reverend James Bhagwan says the recent incidents in Java further illustrate the concerns raised about the situation in West Papua during last week's Pacific Forum leaders summit last week. (more...)
Syrian army besieges insurgents and Turkish troops in Hama
- August 24, 2019
Government warplanes carried out an airstrike close to a Turkish military post in northwestern Syria , raising tensions between the two neighbours. The Bashar al-Assad regime struck Khan Shaykhun at midday on August 20 backed by Iranian-backed foreign terrorist groups and Russian special forces. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
Government warplanes carried out an airstrike close to a Turkish military post in northwestern Syria , raising tensions between the two neighbours. The Bashar al-Assad regime struck Khan Shaykhun at midday on August 20 backed by Iranian-backed foreign terrorist groups and Russian special forces. (more...)
Vietnam says 'deeply concerned' about developments in South China Sea
- August 24, 2019
The South China Sea remains a source of continuing tension between the US and China, even as the world's two biggest economies engage in a bitter trade war. Vietnam calls on the worldwide community "to make concrete and active contributions to maintain order, peace and security in the region", she added. She specifically warned Beijing not to hinder efforts by U.S. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
The South China Sea remains a source of continuing tension between the US and China, even as the world's two biggest economies engage in a bitter trade war. Vietnam calls on the worldwide community "to make concrete and active contributions to maintain order, peace and security in the region", she added. She specifically warned Beijing not to hinder efforts by U.S. (more...)
German eight-year-old takes 140km/h joyride on motorway
- August 24, 2019
The boy's mother called police at 12:25 a.m., alerting them that her son had taken her VW Golf, which has automatic transmission. At around 01:15 am, the mother informed authorities that she had found her child at a highway service area. BBC reports that his mother told police he had previously driven on private property and was allowed on bumper cars and go-karts. "Fortunately", the caption reads translated from German to English, "after the ride, there [was] no damage to persons or ... (more...)
- August 24, 2019
The boy's mother called police at 12:25 a.m., alerting them that her son had taken her VW Golf, which has automatic transmission. At around 01:15 am, the mother informed authorities that she had found her child at a highway service area. BBC reports that his mother told police he had previously driven on private property and was allowed on bumper cars and go-karts. "Fortunately", the caption reads translated from German to English, "after the ride, there [was] no damage to persons or ... (more...)
Sanders touts $16 trillion climate plan in fire-ravaged town
- August 24, 2019
Despite not voting for the Green New Deal in the senate this past winter, Vermont Democratic Socialist presidential candidate Bernie Sanders introduced a Green New Deal of his own on Thursday as part of his 2020 campaign platform. But Republicans have argued that the plan is too radical and would drive the economy off a cliff and lead to a huge tax increase. As for how America will pay for it, Sanders' website says the revenue will come from "making the fossil fuel industry pay for ... (more...)
- August 24, 2019
Despite not voting for the Green New Deal in the senate this past winter, Vermont Democratic Socialist presidential candidate Bernie Sanders introduced a Green New Deal of his own on Thursday as part of his 2020 campaign platform. But Republicans have argued that the plan is too radical and would drive the economy off a cliff and lead to a huge tax increase. As for how America will pay for it, Sanders' website says the revenue will come from "making the fossil fuel industry pay for ... (more...)
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