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Erdogan says Turkey will never declare ceasefire in northern Syria
- October 18, 2019
In Tal Tamer, for example, MSF says it had been distributing blankets, food and water to "thousands of people who were arriving in the town daily" since the Turkish incursion began last week. The official said that Vice President Mike Pence would head within 24 hours to Ankara to seek a ceasefire. The measure says Turkey should halt military actions in Syria and says the USA should send humanitarian aid to the embattled Kurds. (more...)
- October 18, 2019
In Tal Tamer, for example, MSF says it had been distributing blankets, food and water to "thousands of people who were arriving in the town daily" since the Turkish incursion began last week. The official said that Vice President Mike Pence would head within 24 hours to Ankara to seek a ceasefire. The measure says Turkey should halt military actions in Syria and says the USA should send humanitarian aid to the embattled Kurds. (more...)
Paris Zoo Unveils 'Le Blob' Exhibit, Showcasing Brainless Scum With 720 Sexes
- October 18, 2019
He says it's unclear what sort of creature the blob is, although scientists have been trying to figure that out for more than four decades. From Saturday, members of the public can become better acquainted with " le blob ", which has taken up residence in a large tank at the zoo in Paris' Bois de Vincennes park. (more...)
- October 18, 2019
He says it's unclear what sort of creature the blob is, although scientists have been trying to figure that out for more than four decades. From Saturday, members of the public can become better acquainted with " le blob ", which has taken up residence in a large tank at the zoo in Paris' Bois de Vincennes park. (more...)
Drenthe farmhouse mystery: police searches and old neighbours speak
- October 18, 2019
Investigators revealed Tuesday that they had trouble understanding the family of six - retiree Geet van Dorsten and his five adult children, ages 18 to 25 - when they responded to the out-of-the-way farm in the rural province of Drenethe Sunday, according to the Daily Mail . (more...)
- October 18, 2019
Investigators revealed Tuesday that they had trouble understanding the family of six - retiree Geet van Dorsten and his five adult children, ages 18 to 25 - when they responded to the out-of-the-way farm in the rural province of Drenethe Sunday, according to the Daily Mail . (more...)
EU, Britain reach new Brexit deal
- October 17, 2019
It must also be approved by British lawmakers who will vote on it on Saturday. The jubilant PM sealed a "great" new deal with Brussels but now faces a tense Commons showdown as the DUP are refusing to back him. Varadkar said the agreement is good for both European Union member Ireland and Northern Ireland, and protects the EU's single market and Ireland's place within it. (more...)
- October 17, 2019
It must also be approved by British lawmakers who will vote on it on Saturday. The jubilant PM sealed a "great" new deal with Brussels but now faces a tense Commons showdown as the DUP are refusing to back him. Varadkar said the agreement is good for both European Union member Ireland and Northern Ireland, and protects the EU's single market and Ireland's place within it. (more...)
Pelosi: ‘The Voters Are Not Going to Decide’ Impeachment Issue
- October 17, 2019
Discussing Turkey's invasion of Syria and the humanitarian crisis there, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi , D-Calif., reportedly told President Trump that Russian President Vladimir Putin always wanted a foothold in the Middle East and that, "All roads with you lead to Putin". (more...)
- October 17, 2019
Discussing Turkey's invasion of Syria and the humanitarian crisis there, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi , D-Calif., reportedly told President Trump that Russian President Vladimir Putin always wanted a foothold in the Middle East and that, "All roads with you lead to Putin". (more...)
UK, EU reach outline Brexit deal; still needs ratification
- October 17, 2019
Several reports suggested Mr Johnson was on the brink of a Brexit breakthrough after making major concessions to the EU. Juncker and Johnson seem to be gambling that widespread concerns about a "no-deal" split, which the British government concedes would cause a marked economic slowdown and possible food and medicine shortages, may soften opposition to the new plan. (more...)
- October 17, 2019
Several reports suggested Mr Johnson was on the brink of a Brexit breakthrough after making major concessions to the EU. Juncker and Johnson seem to be gambling that widespread concerns about a "no-deal" split, which the British government concedes would cause a marked economic slowdown and possible food and medicine shortages, may soften opposition to the new plan. (more...)
Climate Change Not On Agenda For Next G7 Summit: White House
- October 17, 2019
However, he insisted that did not represent a quid pro quo arrangement. "And that is absolutely appropriate", Mulvaney said. The White House is acknowledging that President Donald Trump asked Ukraine's leader to investigate his country's role in meddling in the 2016 USA presidential campaign. (more...)
- October 17, 2019
However, he insisted that did not represent a quid pro quo arrangement. "And that is absolutely appropriate", Mulvaney said. The White House is acknowledging that President Donald Trump asked Ukraine's leader to investigate his country's role in meddling in the 2016 USA presidential campaign. (more...)
Trump's fury rises with key impeachment inquiry testimony on the horizon
- October 17, 2019
Sondland, whose testimony was initially blocked by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo before he chose to testify under subpoena over the department's objections, was set to tell Congress that any plot to pressure a foreign government to influence the election would have been "wrong", according to a copy of his opening statement published by Politico . (more...)
- October 17, 2019
Sondland, whose testimony was initially blocked by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo before he chose to testify under subpoena over the department's objections, was set to tell Congress that any plot to pressure a foreign government to influence the election would have been "wrong", according to a copy of his opening statement published by Politico . (more...)
United States bombs its own military base after Syria withdrawal
- October 17, 2019
All military operations will be paused for five days, and the U.S. will help facilitate an "orderly withdrawal" of Kurdish-led troops from what Turkey has termed a "safe zone" on the border. Turkey has made the most of a power vacuum left by the abrupt U.S. departure by invading Kurdish-held territory in neighbouring Syria, already killing hundreds and forcing thousands to flee. (more...)
- October 17, 2019
All military operations will be paused for five days, and the U.S. will help facilitate an "orderly withdrawal" of Kurdish-led troops from what Turkey has termed a "safe zone" on the border. Turkey has made the most of a power vacuum left by the abrupt U.S. departure by invading Kurdish-held territory in neighbouring Syria, already killing hundreds and forcing thousands to flee. (more...)
Congressman Elijah Cummings passes away after 'longstanding health challenges'
- October 17, 2019
Senior Democratic Congressman Elijah Cummings , who was at the center of the Trump impeachment inquiry , died early Thursday at the age of 68, USA media reported . The congressman and the president recently feuded publicly over Cummings' role in those probes and over the condition of the city of Baltimore , where Cummings was born and raised . (more...)
- October 17, 2019
Senior Democratic Congressman Elijah Cummings , who was at the center of the Trump impeachment inquiry , died early Thursday at the age of 68, USA media reported . The congressman and the president recently feuded publicly over Cummings' role in those probes and over the condition of the city of Baltimore , where Cummings was born and raised . (more...)
Police ban Extinction Rebellion activists from protesting
- October 17, 2019
They have already made around 1,500 arrests over the past eight days, including more than 90 at a day of actions in the British capital's financial district on Monday. "St John's has become our sanctuary", said Ruth from Stroud, as she applied the ghostly white face make-up created to send the message that species are becoming extinct. (more...)
- October 17, 2019
They have already made around 1,500 arrests over the past eight days, including more than 90 at a day of actions in the British capital's financial district on Monday. "St John's has become our sanctuary", said Ruth from Stroud, as she applied the ghostly white face make-up created to send the message that species are becoming extinct. (more...)
House Democrats ‘Likely’ to Hand Subpoena to Bolton Amid Trump Impeachment Probe
- October 17, 2019
Former White House advisor on Russia, Fiona Hill, leaves Capitol Hill in Washington , Monday, Oct. 14, 2019, after testifying before congressional lawmakers as part of the House impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump . Giuliani to address the President's concerns". On Tuesday the White House prevented Vice President Mike Pence, the U.S. budget office, and the Defense Department from turning over documents on Ukraine to investigators, and Giuliani defied a subpoena for his ... (more...)
- October 17, 2019
Former White House advisor on Russia, Fiona Hill, leaves Capitol Hill in Washington , Monday, Oct. 14, 2019, after testifying before congressional lawmakers as part of the House impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump . Giuliani to address the President's concerns". On Tuesday the White House prevented Vice President Mike Pence, the U.S. budget office, and the Defense Department from turning over documents on Ukraine to investigators, and Giuliani defied a subpoena for his ... (more...)
Kate Middleton Rocks Two Vastly Different Outfits On Royal Tour Of Pakistan
- October 17, 2019
The duke and duchess were moreover pictured becoming a member of in with a tale-telling session for the younger of us, which required them to wear finger puppets. 'Princess Diana was visiting at around the time she was born, which is why she got named Diana , ' a translator told them. They were also given an album of photos of Diana during her visit. (more...)
- October 17, 2019
The duke and duchess were moreover pictured becoming a member of in with a tale-telling session for the younger of us, which required them to wear finger puppets. 'Princess Diana was visiting at around the time she was born, which is why she got named Diana , ' a translator told them. They were also given an album of photos of Diana during her visit. (more...)
Elijah Cummings has died from longtime health complications
- October 17, 2019
Sanford, who is running for president, tweeted " Elijah Cummings was a thoughtful and gracious man of great conviction ". He was born on January 18 1951. Trump and Cummings sparred repeatedly. Maryland's state Senate president, U.S. Sen. "What it does when Trump does these things, it brings up the same feelings that I had over 50 something years ago, and it's very , very painful", Cummings said. (more...)
- October 17, 2019
Sanford, who is running for president, tweeted " Elijah Cummings was a thoughtful and gracious man of great conviction ". He was born on January 18 1951. Trump and Cummings sparred repeatedly. Maryland's state Senate president, U.S. Sen. "What it does when Trump does these things, it brings up the same feelings that I had over 50 something years ago, and it's very , very painful", Cummings said. (more...)
Trump announces Turkey sanctions after bipartisan pressure from lawmakers
- October 17, 2019
Convoys with Syrian and Russian flags entered the flashpoint city of Manbij on Tuesday. Russian Federation said the Syrian army "has full control", and the US-led coalition confirmed its withdrawal. Trump has defended his move to withdraw troops from Syria as part of a wider effort to bring U.S. soldiers home from "endless wars", despite criticism by members of his own Republican Party. (more...)
- October 17, 2019
Convoys with Syrian and Russian flags entered the flashpoint city of Manbij on Tuesday. Russian Federation said the Syrian army "has full control", and the US-led coalition confirmed its withdrawal. Trump has defended his move to withdraw troops from Syria as part of a wider effort to bring U.S. soldiers home from "endless wars", despite criticism by members of his own Republican Party. (more...)
4th Defendant Arrested In Alleged Campaign Contribution Scheme Linked To Giuliani
- October 17, 2019
The other defendants were quickly arrested by the Federal Bureau of Investigation , but Correia had been travelling in the Middle East, and returned to the United States to surrender to authorities at John F. After the men were charged with campaign finance violations, DeSantis last week directed an affiliated political action committee to return $50,000 the men donated through a company. (more...)
- October 17, 2019
The other defendants were quickly arrested by the Federal Bureau of Investigation , but Correia had been travelling in the Middle East, and returned to the United States to surrender to authorities at John F. After the men were charged with campaign finance violations, DeSantis last week directed an affiliated political action committee to return $50,000 the men donated through a company. (more...)
Harry Dunn crash: Anne Sacoolas 'disappointed' by White House rejection
- October 17, 2019
When the Dunns showed up at the White House for their meeting with Trump, Seiger says they learned Sacoolas , who was responsible for the crash that killed their 19-year-old son, was actually in the same building, just one room over. "To be thrown into a room together with no prior warning, that's not good for her mental health, and it's certainly not good for ours". Mr Dunn said: "He said he was sorry about Harry". (more...)
- October 17, 2019
When the Dunns showed up at the White House for their meeting with Trump, Seiger says they learned Sacoolas , who was responsible for the crash that killed their 19-year-old son, was actually in the same building, just one room over. "To be thrown into a room together with no prior warning, that's not good for her mental health, and it's certainly not good for ours". Mr Dunn said: "He said he was sorry about Harry". (more...)
Buttigieg, O’Rourke clash over assault-rifle buyback plan
- October 17, 2019
The contentious back-and-forth between the two young Democratic White House hopefuls started when CNN anchor Anderson Cooper asked O'Rourke about his campaign pledge to institute a mandatory buyback program for owners of high-powered rifles, such as widely-used variations of the AR-15 and AK-47. (more...)
- October 17, 2019
The contentious back-and-forth between the two young Democratic White House hopefuls started when CNN anchor Anderson Cooper asked O'Rourke about his campaign pledge to institute a mandatory buyback program for owners of high-powered rifles, such as widely-used variations of the AR-15 and AK-47. (more...)
Trump defends Columbus Day, praises Mother Cabrini during event celebrating Italian heritage
- October 17, 2019
The Trump administration plans to impose punitive tariffs starting Friday following a World Trade Organization ruling that European plane maker Airbus received illegal subsidies. He also lauded increased investment by European carmakers in US production facilities, hitting a key goal of the Trump administration. As he met Wednesday with Italy's president, Trump said: "If Syria wants to fight to take back their land, that's up to them and Turkey ". (more...)
- October 17, 2019
The Trump administration plans to impose punitive tariffs starting Friday following a World Trade Organization ruling that European plane maker Airbus received illegal subsidies. He also lauded increased investment by European carmakers in US production facilities, hitting a key goal of the Trump administration. As he met Wednesday with Italy's president, Trump said: "If Syria wants to fight to take back their land, that's up to them and Turkey ". (more...)
FATF takes the final decision over Pakistan grey list or blacklist
- October 17, 2019
The meet happens days after the Asia pacific group (APG) of the Financial Action Task Force had released the mutual evaluation report of Pakistan taken up during the August meet in Australia in which the country had not done well. The Indian Express has learnt that China and Turkey are pushing for giving Pakistan a "little more time" to fulfill the commitments made. It will scrutinise if Pakistan should be blacklisted, which could have enormous economic impact on the country including a ... (more...)
- October 17, 2019
The meet happens days after the Asia pacific group (APG) of the Financial Action Task Force had released the mutual evaluation report of Pakistan taken up during the August meet in Australia in which the country had not done well. The Indian Express has learnt that China and Turkey are pushing for giving Pakistan a "little more time" to fulfill the commitments made. It will scrutinise if Pakistan should be blacklisted, which could have enormous economic impact on the country including a ... (more...)
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