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Johnson faces demands to recall MPs after Parliament suspension ruled unlawful
- September 12, 2019
The spokesman added that the Government would abide by the ruling of the Supreme Court, which is also considering an appeal against a ruling by the High Court in London which found that the suspension was lawful. "It was an authoritarian move by Boris Johnson created to overrule and silence the people and their representatives and to force a disastrous no-deal Brexit on our country". (more...)
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- September 12, 2019
The spokesman added that the Government would abide by the ruling of the Supreme Court, which is also considering an appeal against a ruling by the High Court in London which found that the suspension was lawful. "It was an authoritarian move by Boris Johnson created to overrule and silence the people and their representatives and to force a disastrous no-deal Brexit on our country". (more...)
Meghan Markle Returns To Work After Maternity Leave, Launches Charity Clothing Collection
- September 12, 2019
Meghan Markle made her return to work Thursday after maternity leave , launching her capsule collection with Smart Works charity The Smart Set . She also was wearing gorgeous butterfly earrings with a special meaning - they once belonged to the late Princess Diana . (more...)
- September 12, 2019
Meghan Markle made her return to work Thursday after maternity leave , launching her capsule collection with Smart Works charity The Smart Set . She also was wearing gorgeous butterfly earrings with a special meaning - they once belonged to the late Princess Diana . (more...)
North Korea Confirms Second Test of Multiple Rocket Launcher
- September 12, 2019
The North Korean leader reportedly said the launches helped verify the technical parameters of their new launch system and now they only need to test its multiple-launch capability. Scarborough seemed shocked and appalled with this take, saying "Donald Trump, an American president, actually fired his National Security adviser - or forced him out - because the dictator of North Korea didn't like him". (more...)
- September 12, 2019
The North Korean leader reportedly said the launches helped verify the technical parameters of their new launch system and now they only need to test its multiple-launch capability. Scarborough seemed shocked and appalled with this take, saying "Donald Trump, an American president, actually fired his National Security adviser - or forced him out - because the dictator of North Korea didn't like him". (more...)
Fugitive murder suspects captured in Arizona: U.S. Marshals Service
- September 12, 2019
Blane, 56, and Susan, 59, escaped in Utah while being extradited back to Tucson from NY on August 26. The Barksdales have been charged with first-degree murder by Tucson police in the death of Frank Bligh , 72, who hasn't been seen since fire consumed his home April 16. (more...)
- September 12, 2019
Blane, 56, and Susan, 59, escaped in Utah while being extradited back to Tucson from NY on August 26. The Barksdales have been charged with first-degree murder by Tucson police in the death of Frank Bligh , 72, who hasn't been seen since fire consumed his home April 16. (more...)
Northern Irish court dismisses no-deal Brexit challenge
- September 12, 2019
He said the cases involved political matters that the courts should not intervene on. Lawyers for the applicants in Belfast argued by creating a hard border on the island of Ireland , a no-deal Brexit on 31 Octoberwould undermine the Good Friday agreement and other agreements which underpin cross-border co-operation between the United Kingdom and Ireland. (more...)
- September 12, 2019
He said the cases involved political matters that the courts should not intervene on. Lawyers for the applicants in Belfast argued by creating a hard border on the island of Ireland , a no-deal Brexit on 31 Octoberwould undermine the Good Friday agreement and other agreements which underpin cross-border co-operation between the United Kingdom and Ireland. (more...)
Liberal election plane damaged in Victoria after media bus driven under wing
- September 12, 2019
Speaking to the media this morning, Andrew Scheer accused the Prime Minister of losing the "moral authority" to govern , after a Tuesday-night report in The Globe and Mail suggested Trudeau was attempting to obstruct justice in the RCMP's investigation of the SNC-Lavalin case. (more...)
- September 12, 2019
Speaking to the media this morning, Andrew Scheer accused the Prime Minister of losing the "moral authority" to govern , after a Tuesday-night report in The Globe and Mail suggested Trudeau was attempting to obstruct justice in the RCMP's investigation of the SNC-Lavalin case. (more...)
Trump commemorates 9/11 attacks at Pentagon ceremony
- September 12, 2019
For the 18 anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terror attacks, President Trump is scheduled to attend a ceremony at the Pentagon hosted by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Marine General Joseph F. A few days ago. It confirmed four soldiers were killed and three others wounded in the attack. However, on Monday Trump labelled the talks "dead" and cancelled the covert Sunday meeting, citing the death of a U.S. (more...)
- September 12, 2019
For the 18 anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terror attacks, President Trump is scheduled to attend a ceremony at the Pentagon hosted by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Marine General Joseph F. A few days ago. It confirmed four soldiers were killed and three others wounded in the attack. However, on Monday Trump labelled the talks "dead" and cancelled the covert Sunday meeting, citing the death of a U.S. (more...)
Hong Kong tells USA to stay out; students form protest chains
- September 12, 2019
Although he was subjected to a curfew and could not leave Hong Kong, the court had allowed him to make trips already planned before his arrest. Policemen stand guard in the rain as protesters gather near the Legislative Council continuing protests against in Hong Kong. (more...)
- September 12, 2019
Although he was subjected to a curfew and could not leave Hong Kong, the court had allowed him to make trips already planned before his arrest. Policemen stand guard in the rain as protesters gather near the Legislative Council continuing protests against in Hong Kong. (more...)
Mnangagwa calls on Zimbabweans to mourn Mugabe
- September 12, 2019
After his body arrived home, though, Mugabe's final burial place became a point of dispute between his family and government. "One of the wishes that Mugabe indicated was that his wife, Dr Grace Mugabe, must never leave the casket bearing his remains for the duration of the funeral proceedings while in Zimbabwe up until his mortal remains have been interred". (more...)
- September 12, 2019
After his body arrived home, though, Mugabe's final burial place became a point of dispute between his family and government. "One of the wishes that Mugabe indicated was that his wife, Dr Grace Mugabe, must never leave the casket bearing his remains for the duration of the funeral proceedings while in Zimbabwe up until his mortal remains have been interred". (more...)
Senators pitch Trump on expanded gun background check bill
- September 12, 2019
But Trump still hasn't committed to a course of action. Patrick Toomey of Pennsylvania and Democrats Joe Manchin of West Virginia and Chris Murphy of CT cautioned that they did not win Trump's endorsement of their background check bill during their 40-minute telephone conversation. (more...)
- September 12, 2019
But Trump still hasn't committed to a course of action. Patrick Toomey of Pennsylvania and Democrats Joe Manchin of West Virginia and Chris Murphy of CT cautioned that they did not win Trump's endorsement of their background check bill during their 40-minute telephone conversation. (more...)
Indian universities draw a blank in THE’s top 300 list
- September 12, 2019
The Times Higher Education World University rankings are published annually and measure and compare the performance of institutions from around the world using a variety of measurements. It now is the joint Indian topper with Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. From Asia, China led the way with Tsinghua University ranking 23rd, down one spot, and Peking University at 24th place, up seven places. (more...)
- September 12, 2019
The Times Higher Education World University rankings are published annually and measure and compare the performance of institutions from around the world using a variety of measurements. It now is the joint Indian topper with Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. From Asia, China led the way with Tsinghua University ranking 23rd, down one spot, and Peking University at 24th place, up seven places. (more...)
Is tentative opioid settlement with Purdue Pharma enough?
- September 12, 2019
A handful of attorney generals said the agreement will ensure the compensation will come from Purdue and the Sackler family rather than through bankruptcy , should the pharmaceutical company choose to file. Others attorneys general from such states as CT and North Carolina echoed this criticism. In Canada, the British Columbia government launched a lawsuit in 2018 against dozens of players in the opioid industry for their role in an overdose crisis that has devastated communities across ... (more...)
- September 12, 2019
A handful of attorney generals said the agreement will ensure the compensation will come from Purdue and the Sackler family rather than through bankruptcy , should the pharmaceutical company choose to file. Others attorneys general from such states as CT and North Carolina echoed this criticism. In Canada, the British Columbia government launched a lawsuit in 2018 against dozens of players in the opioid industry for their role in an overdose crisis that has devastated communities across ... (more...)
Supreme Court Enforces New Trump Rule Denying Immigrants Asylum In US
- September 12, 2019
Justice Sonia Sotomayor, dissenting from the Supreme Court's decision, wrote that: " Once again the Executive Branch has issued a rule that seeks to upend longstanding practices regarding refugees who seek shelter from persecution ". "The lives of thousands of families are at stake", said Lee Gelernt, the American Civil Liberties Union lawyer who is representing immigrant advocacy groups in the case. (more...)
- September 12, 2019
Justice Sonia Sotomayor, dissenting from the Supreme Court's decision, wrote that: " Once again the Executive Branch has issued a rule that seeks to upend longstanding practices regarding refugees who seek shelter from persecution ". "The lives of thousands of families are at stake", said Lee Gelernt, the American Civil Liberties Union lawyer who is representing immigrant advocacy groups in the case. (more...)
Classmates mob preschooler with hugs after he survives Hurricane Dorian
- September 12, 2019
All the major cruise lines are involved in Hurricane relief efforts for the Bahamas but Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line which is a small cruise line based out of West Palm Beach, Florida really has stepped up in helping the residents of the Hurricane hit islands of Grand Bahama and Abaco . (more...)
- September 12, 2019
All the major cruise lines are involved in Hurricane relief efforts for the Bahamas but Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line which is a small cruise line based out of West Palm Beach, Florida really has stepped up in helping the residents of the Hurricane hit islands of Grand Bahama and Abaco . (more...)
On 9/11, Trump vows to hit Taliban 'harder' than ever
- September 12, 2019
The nature of the offensive was not immediately clear but Trump said it was ordered after he cancelled peace talks with the Taliban over the weekend in retaliation for a bomb attack that killed one United States soldier last week. "We had an agreement on partial ceasefire but it was supposed to be signed to come into effect", Taliban spokesman Suhail Shaheen told Dawn from Doha. (more...)
- September 12, 2019
The nature of the offensive was not immediately clear but Trump said it was ordered after he cancelled peace talks with the Taliban over the weekend in retaliation for a bomb attack that killed one United States soldier last week. "We had an agreement on partial ceasefire but it was supposed to be signed to come into effect", Taliban spokesman Suhail Shaheen told Dawn from Doha. (more...)
Hundreds of Nigerians leave South Africa after xenophobic attacks
- September 12, 2019
According to her, immediately they arrive, they would each be given sim cards and airtime that would last nearly two months to help them stay in touch with their families. South Africa has also temporarily shut down its embassies in Lagos and Abuja amid fears over safety of its diplomatic staff. The airline's evacuation plan had been delayed by lack of documentation of beneficiaries. (more...)
- September 12, 2019
According to her, immediately they arrive, they would each be given sim cards and airtime that would last nearly two months to help them stay in touch with their families. South Africa has also temporarily shut down its embassies in Lagos and Abuja amid fears over safety of its diplomatic staff. The airline's evacuation plan had been delayed by lack of documentation of beneficiaries. (more...)
Trump Says Afghan Peace Talks With Taliban 'Are Dead'
- September 12, 2019
During the past year the U.S. and the Taliban carried out eight rounds of negotiations at which they discussed the withdrawal of the army, ceasefire, the prospects of future inter-Afghan relations and the guarantees that Afghanistan will not become a ground for worldwide terrorism. (more...)
- September 12, 2019
During the past year the U.S. and the Taliban carried out eight rounds of negotiations at which they discussed the withdrawal of the army, ceasefire, the prospects of future inter-Afghan relations and the guarantees that Afghanistan will not become a ground for worldwide terrorism. (more...)
Pence takes part in 9/11 ceremony in Shanksville, Pennsylvania
- September 12, 2019
Bush, the commander-in-chief at the time of the 2001 attacks, is due at an afternoon wreath-laying at the Pentagon. "As I looked at the display through the glass, I was struck by the book's title and how perfectly it represented what the men and women of Flight 93 demonstrated that day 18 years ago". (more...)
- September 12, 2019
Bush, the commander-in-chief at the time of the 2001 attacks, is due at an afternoon wreath-laying at the Pentagon. "As I looked at the display through the glass, I was struck by the book's title and how perfectly it represented what the men and women of Flight 93 demonstrated that day 18 years ago". (more...)
UK court rules Boris Johnson's suspension of Parliament unlawful
- September 12, 2019
The appeal judgement ostensibly reverses an initial finding in the same case at Edinburgh's Court of Session last Wednesday. "The Lord President, Lord Carloway, decided that although advice to HM the Queen on the exercise of the royal prerogative of prorogating Parliament was not reviewable on the normal grounds of judicial review, it would nevertheless be unlawful if its goal was to stymie parliamentary scrutiny of the executive", the Judiciary of Scotland wrote in its summary of the ... (more...)
- September 12, 2019
The appeal judgement ostensibly reverses an initial finding in the same case at Edinburgh's Court of Session last Wednesday. "The Lord President, Lord Carloway, decided that although advice to HM the Queen on the exercise of the royal prerogative of prorogating Parliament was not reviewable on the normal grounds of judicial review, it would nevertheless be unlawful if its goal was to stymie parliamentary scrutiny of the executive", the Judiciary of Scotland wrote in its summary of the ... (more...)
How Boris Johnson finally boxed Nigel Farage into a corner over Brexit
- September 12, 2019
Under the terms of the offer, the Brexit Party would not contest seats at a general election in areas where the Tories were competing against the Liberal Democrats or other Remain-backing parties. Downing Street has dismissed Nigel Farage's offer to form a non-aggression pact with the Brexit Party at the next election. "And in that election we will commit to a public vote with a credible option to leave (the EU) and the option to remain". (more...)
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- September 12, 2019
Under the terms of the offer, the Brexit Party would not contest seats at a general election in areas where the Tories were competing against the Liberal Democrats or other Remain-backing parties. Downing Street has dismissed Nigel Farage's offer to form a non-aggression pact with the Brexit Party at the next election. "And in that election we will commit to a public vote with a credible option to leave (the EU) and the option to remain". (more...)
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