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Senate Democrats question Russian Federation ambassador pick about Ukraine, impeachment
- November 02, 2019
The State Department will also search for and release "final directives" - from either the White House or State Department leadership - to recall the former US ambassador to Ukraine , Marie Yovanovitch , and accompanying explanations. "When the president loses confidence in the ambassador, right or wrong, the ambassador goes", Sullivan added. "The denigration of these two dedicated public servants is a disgrace", Menendez said. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
The State Department will also search for and release "final directives" - from either the White House or State Department leadership - to recall the former US ambassador to Ukraine , Marie Yovanovitch , and accompanying explanations. "When the president loses confidence in the ambassador, right or wrong, the ambassador goes", Sullivan added. "The denigration of these two dedicated public servants is a disgrace", Menendez said. (more...)
Palestinian killed, 2 wounded in Israel-Gaza counter strikes
- November 02, 2019
It was the second consecutive day that the Israeli army reported rocket fire from the coastal enclave. In a statement, the Israeli military said its warplanes targeted military compounds affiliated with Gaza's Hamas rulers. Sworn enemies Israel and Hamas have fought three wars in the Palestinian enclave since 2008. Analysts say a fourth round remains likely. Global mediators, including Egypt, Qatar and the United Nations, oversee the cease-fire between Hamas and Israel to lower the ... (more...)
- November 02, 2019
It was the second consecutive day that the Israeli army reported rocket fire from the coastal enclave. In a statement, the Israeli military said its warplanes targeted military compounds affiliated with Gaza's Hamas rulers. Sworn enemies Israel and Hamas have fought three wars in the Palestinian enclave since 2008. Analysts say a fourth round remains likely. Global mediators, including Egypt, Qatar and the United Nations, oversee the cease-fire between Hamas and Israel to lower the ... (more...)
"We Know Exactly Who He Is": Donald Trump On Baghdadi Successor
- November 02, 2019
Daesh/ISIS confirmed al-Baghdadi's death on Thursday, naming Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi as its new leader, according to a statement distributed by al-Furqan, the group's media wing. In particular, Trump's decision to publicly honor "Conan", the very good boy who sustained injuries while pursuing the terrorist thug through a tunnel under his compound in Syria, has caused many journalists to lose their minds . (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Daesh/ISIS confirmed al-Baghdadi's death on Thursday, naming Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi as its new leader, according to a statement distributed by al-Furqan, the group's media wing. In particular, Trump's decision to publicly honor "Conan", the very good boy who sustained injuries while pursuing the terrorist thug through a tunnel under his compound in Syria, has caused many journalists to lose their minds . (more...)
Trump taps Chad Wolf as acting director of Homeland Security
- November 02, 2019
Department of Homeland Security Under Secretary Chad Wolf speaks during a meeting of the President's Interagency Task Force to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons (PITF), in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, on the White House complex, Tuesday, Oct. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Department of Homeland Security Under Secretary Chad Wolf speaks during a meeting of the President's Interagency Task Force to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons (PITF), in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, on the White House complex, Tuesday, Oct. (more...)
New York City Council Approves Foie Gras Ban
- November 02, 2019
Typically, the production of foie gras involves force-feeding ducks or geese until their livers reach an engorged, unnatural state. It is most commonly produced by force-feeding corn to ducks through tubes that are inserted into their throats for 20 days, according to The New York Times . (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Typically, the production of foie gras involves force-feeding ducks or geese until their livers reach an engorged, unnatural state. It is most commonly produced by force-feeding corn to ducks through tubes that are inserted into their throats for 20 days, according to The New York Times . (more...)
Obama Talks Being 'Woke' and Slams Cancel Culture at Obama Foundation Summit
- November 02, 2019
I've got to tell you , I don't agree with that either - that you when you become students at colleges, you have to be coddled and protected from different points of view. "We were doing everything we were supposed to do.and better", she said . " You're sending mass amounts of messaging to this person to either shut up, disappear, or it could also be perceived as, Kill yourself", Taylor previously stated. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
I've got to tell you , I don't agree with that either - that you when you become students at colleges, you have to be coddled and protected from different points of view. "We were doing everything we were supposed to do.and better", she said . " You're sending mass amounts of messaging to this person to either shut up, disappear, or it could also be perceived as, Kill yourself", Taylor previously stated. (more...)
Lebanon sentences UK diplomat’s murderer to death
- November 02, 2019
British diplomat Rebecca Dykes left a work party and ordered an Uber but the driver raped and killed her, dumping her body by the side of a road. Ms Dykes had worked on the embassy in Beirut as a protection supervisor for Britain's Department for World Pattern since January 2017. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
British diplomat Rebecca Dykes left a work party and ordered an Uber but the driver raped and killed her, dumping her body by the side of a road. Ms Dykes had worked on the embassy in Beirut as a protection supervisor for Britain's Department for World Pattern since January 2017. (more...)
As impeachment enters new phase, Trump touts 'transcript'
- November 02, 2019
Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman testified that he received this instruction from John Eisenberg, the top legal adviser for the National Security Council, after White House lawyers learned July 29 that a Central Intelligence Agency employee had anonymously raised concerns about the Trump phone call, the sources said . (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman testified that he received this instruction from John Eisenberg, the top legal adviser for the National Security Council, after White House lawyers learned July 29 that a Central Intelligence Agency employee had anonymously raised concerns about the Trump phone call, the sources said . (more...)
Turkey and Russian Federation start first joint patrols in north-eastern Syria
- November 02, 2019
The Russian Defense Ministry said the joint patrol consists of nine military vehicles, including a Russian armored personnel carrier, and would cover a 110-kilometer (68-mile) route on Friday. It was also agreed that Moscow and Ankara would start joint patrols in the area. Under the 10-point agreement, Turkey will retain control of the area it seized during the offensive it launched on October 9, which was green-lighted by President Donald Trump when he ordered U.S. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
The Russian Defense Ministry said the joint patrol consists of nine military vehicles, including a Russian armored personnel carrier, and would cover a 110-kilometer (68-mile) route on Friday. It was also agreed that Moscow and Ankara would start joint patrols in the area. Under the 10-point agreement, Turkey will retain control of the area it seized during the offensive it launched on October 9, which was green-lighted by President Donald Trump when he ordered U.S. (more...)
UK PM’s office responds to comments by US President Trump
- November 02, 2019
Trump praised Johnson as a " fantastic man" and urged him to make an electoral pact with his rival. He also called for Farage and Johnson to work together as an "unstoppable force" in the looming election. Johnson pushed to have this election two years early in order to break the parliamentary deadlock over Brexit. "Today should have been the day that Brexit was delivered and we finally left the EU", Johnson planned to say Thursday, according to his office. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Trump praised Johnson as a " fantastic man" and urged him to make an electoral pact with his rival. He also called for Farage and Johnson to work together as an "unstoppable force" in the looming election. Johnson pushed to have this election two years early in order to break the parliamentary deadlock over Brexit. "Today should have been the day that Brexit was delivered and we finally left the EU", Johnson planned to say Thursday, according to his office. (more...)
Chicago schools, union at odds over making up strike days
- November 02, 2019
Guerrin said she's "thrilled" the strike is over and is glad she doesn't have to ask other parents to watch her kids while she goes to work anymore. Forbes Media Chairman Steve Forbes, former investment banker Carol Roth, River Twice Capital president Zachary Karabell, CIO of Kingsview Asset Management Scott Martin and FOX Business' David Asman discuss the latest headlines surrounding the Chicago teachers' strike. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Guerrin said she's "thrilled" the strike is over and is glad she doesn't have to ask other parents to watch her kids while she goes to work anymore. Forbes Media Chairman Steve Forbes, former investment banker Carol Roth, River Twice Capital president Zachary Karabell, CIO of Kingsview Asset Management Scott Martin and FOX Business' David Asman discuss the latest headlines surrounding the Chicago teachers' strike. (more...)
Merkel, Modi to hold talks to boost trade, business ties
- November 02, 2019
Merkel is on a two-day visit to India. I can and will say tonight - when it will be on the agenda - that we are committed to de-escalation and relaxation. The two countries together emphasised that "terrorism is a global scourge" and "called upon all countries to work towards rooting out terrorist safe havens and infrastructure, disrupting terrorist networks and financing channels and halting cross border movement of terrorists". (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Merkel is on a two-day visit to India. I can and will say tonight - when it will be on the agenda - that we are committed to de-escalation and relaxation. The two countries together emphasised that "terrorism is a global scourge" and "called upon all countries to work towards rooting out terrorist safe havens and infrastructure, disrupting terrorist networks and financing channels and halting cross border movement of terrorists". (more...)
Feds Open National Security Investigation into TikTok
- November 02, 2019
ByteDance bought Musical.ly for 773 million pounds in 2017. TikTok says it can not comment on ongoing regulatory processes but earning the trust of U.S. The Treasury Department, which houses CFIUS, says it does not comment on specific cases. Lawmakers have been skeptical of ByteDance claims that TikTok does not operate in China and stores U.S. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
ByteDance bought Musical.ly for 773 million pounds in 2017. TikTok says it can not comment on ongoing regulatory processes but earning the trust of U.S. The Treasury Department, which houses CFIUS, says it does not comment on specific cases. Lawmakers have been skeptical of ByteDance claims that TikTok does not operate in China and stores U.S. (more...)
Greta Thunberg, Leonardo DiCaprio finally meet - forming climate crusading dream team
- November 02, 2019
The Swedish teen activist Thunberg rose to prominence past year after she started spending her Fridays outside Sweden's parliament, holding a sign reading "School strike for climate". The Academy Award victor shared photos of their meeting on Instagram, writing of his admiration for the face of the global youth climate movement. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
The Swedish teen activist Thunberg rose to prominence past year after she started spending her Fridays outside Sweden's parliament, holding a sign reading "School strike for climate". The Academy Award victor shared photos of their meeting on Instagram, writing of his admiration for the face of the global youth climate movement. (more...)
Trump thanks WH official for impeachment testimony, floats idea of 'fireside chat'
- November 02, 2019
Trump clearly has a different view: he did nothing wrong, and that what he calls the " transcript " exonerates him of any wrong doing. But even putting these relevant details aside, let's not miss the forest for the trees: Tim Morrison corroborated earlier testimony and said the Trump White House did, in fact, orchestrate a quid-pro-quo scheme in which military aid to a vulnerable ally was held up in the hopes of forcing Ukraine to go after the president's domestic opponents. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Trump clearly has a different view: he did nothing wrong, and that what he calls the " transcript " exonerates him of any wrong doing. But even putting these relevant details aside, let's not miss the forest for the trees: Tim Morrison corroborated earlier testimony and said the Trump White House did, in fact, orchestrate a quid-pro-quo scheme in which military aid to a vulnerable ally was held up in the hopes of forcing Ukraine to go after the president's domestic opponents. (more...)
Hundreds of koalas feared dead as Australian bushfires rage
- November 02, 2019
Her fears are that "hundreds" in the known koala breeding area "have perished in the fire ". "I think this is just a national tragedy that we potentially have lost an enormous population of animals in the past 24 hours", Port Macquarie Koala Hospital Clinical Director Cheyne Flanagan told the Australian Broadcasting Corporation . (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Her fears are that "hundreds" in the known koala breeding area "have perished in the fire ". "I think this is just a national tragedy that we potentially have lost an enormous population of animals in the past 24 hours", Port Macquarie Koala Hospital Clinical Director Cheyne Flanagan told the Australian Broadcasting Corporation . (more...)
Beto O'Rourke Ends Presidential Bid
- November 02, 2019
O'Rourke took to Twitter to make his announcement, thanking his supporters and expressing his interest in helping the eventual Democratic nominee defeat President Donald Trump in 2020. Mr O'Rourke, whose campaign started high and trended only downward, was not so fortunate. He raised more in his first 48 hours than in the following 100 days, and steadily depleted his campaign treasury by spending more than he was taking in. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
O'Rourke took to Twitter to make his announcement, thanking his supporters and expressing his interest in helping the eventual Democratic nominee defeat President Donald Trump in 2020. Mr O'Rourke, whose campaign started high and trended only downward, was not so fortunate. He raised more in his first 48 hours than in the following 100 days, and steadily depleted his campaign treasury by spending more than he was taking in. (more...)
India, China Fight over the Future of Kashmir
- November 02, 2019
Furthermore, contrary to the false projection by the Indian authorities, the goal of these illegal changes in Indian occupied Jammu and Kashmir is neither development of the region nor welfare of the Kashmiri people. For its part, the Indian government is improving its own Congressional outreach processes, putting together what officials called a comprehensive strategy. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Furthermore, contrary to the false projection by the Indian authorities, the goal of these illegal changes in Indian occupied Jammu and Kashmir is neither development of the region nor welfare of the Kashmiri people. For its part, the Indian government is improving its own Congressional outreach processes, putting together what officials called a comprehensive strategy. (more...)
Kamala Harris plans staff cuts, campaign restructure
- November 02, 2019
Harris hasn't literally moved to Iowa, of course, but she has traveled the state more than any other Democrat this month . The campaign's presence in SC, which hosts the fourth nominating contest and which Harris has made central to her strategy, will not be affected, the memo said. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Harris hasn't literally moved to Iowa, of course, but she has traveled the state more than any other Democrat this month . The campaign's presence in SC, which hosts the fourth nominating contest and which Harris has made central to her strategy, will not be affected, the memo said. (more...)
Conor McGregor Pleads Guilty to Assault, Receives Fine and No Jail Time
- November 02, 2019
UFC fighter Conor McGregor arrives at court in Dublin for his assault charge hearing. CCTV footage of the incident showed McGregor hitting Mr Keogh in the face on 6 April while he was out promoting his drink brand Proper No. McGregor announced his retirement from mixed martial arts in March this year, but has since confirmed a comeback fight to take place on January 18 in Las Vegas. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
UFC fighter Conor McGregor arrives at court in Dublin for his assault charge hearing. CCTV footage of the incident showed McGregor hitting Mr Keogh in the face on 6 April while he was out promoting his drink brand Proper No. McGregor announced his retirement from mixed martial arts in March this year, but has since confirmed a comeback fight to take place on January 18 in Las Vegas. (more...)
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