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Trump loses another bid to block the release of his tax returns
- November 12, 2019
Judge Carl Nichols ruled that the case mostly involves NY state law, so his Washington , DC, court isn't the place to consider it. Nichols added that Trump did not sufficiently establish a conspiracy between the committee and NY defendants that would have strengthened his case for a lawsuit in Washington , D.C. (more...)
- November 12, 2019
Judge Carl Nichols ruled that the case mostly involves NY state law, so his Washington , DC, court isn't the place to consider it. Nichols added that Trump did not sufficiently establish a conspiracy between the committee and NY defendants that would have strengthened his case for a lawsuit in Washington , D.C. (more...)
NY Rep. Peter King says he won’t seek re-election in 2020
- November 12, 2019
King first served New York's 3rd congressional district on Long Island until 2013, when he began representing the 2nd congressional district on Long Island. He added that King left a "lasting mark", on America, Long Island and his Irish heritage, which he "fiercely loved". "The leader of the Democratic "resistance" celebrates career of Trump champion Peter King ", activist Rafael Shimunov said on Twitter , "whose enemies included Eric Garner, Occupy Wall Street, McCain's anti torture and ... (more...)
- November 12, 2019
King first served New York's 3rd congressional district on Long Island until 2013, when he began representing the 2nd congressional district on Long Island. He added that King left a "lasting mark", on America, Long Island and his Irish heritage, which he "fiercely loved". "The leader of the Democratic "resistance" celebrates career of Trump champion Peter King ", activist Rafael Shimunov said on Twitter , "whose enemies included Eric Garner, Occupy Wall Street, McCain's anti torture and ... (more...)
Don Cherry Fired From Sportsnet Following Saturday’s ‘Divisive Remarks’
- November 12, 2019
Sportsnet's statement acknowledges that "Don is synonymous with hockey ". " Don Cherry is way off base to question the devotion of newer Canadians to the very same veterans and the sacrifices we will honour tomorrow on Remembrance Day", Tory said in a statement . (more...)
- November 12, 2019
Sportsnet's statement acknowledges that "Don is synonymous with hockey ". " Don Cherry is way off base to question the devotion of newer Canadians to the very same veterans and the sacrifices we will honour tomorrow on Remembrance Day", Tory said in a statement . (more...)
Briton who helped found Syria's White Helmets dead in Turkey
- November 12, 2019
The founder of an organization that trained the Syrian "White Helmets" emergency response group has died in Istanbul. The cause of death was under investigation. "The world, and Syria in particular, is poorer for his loss", she said. A member of the Syrian Civil Defence (White Helmets) takes part in a search for victims of a Russian air strike that hit the village of Jabala in the south of the Idlib region on November 2, 2019. (more...)
- November 12, 2019
The founder of an organization that trained the Syrian "White Helmets" emergency response group has died in Istanbul. The cause of death was under investigation. "The world, and Syria in particular, is poorer for his loss", she said. A member of the Syrian Civil Defence (White Helmets) takes part in a search for victims of a Russian air strike that hit the village of Jabala in the south of the Idlib region on November 2, 2019. (more...)
Trump Responds to Potential Bloomberg 2020 Run: ‘Little Michael Will Fail’
- November 11, 2019
This isn't the first time that he's eyed a run at the presidency, only to eventually decide against. He also clarified a previous comment, saying he knows Bloomberg "fairly well" but not exceptionally well. According to the former mayor's spokesperson, Howard Wolfson, Bloomberg's principal concern is that the current field of Democratic presidential hopefuls isn't strong enough to defeat Donald Trump , which apparently led Bloomberg to reconsider his decision. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
This isn't the first time that he's eyed a run at the presidency, only to eventually decide against. He also clarified a previous comment, saying he knows Bloomberg "fairly well" but not exceptionally well. According to the former mayor's spokesperson, Howard Wolfson, Bloomberg's principal concern is that the current field of Democratic presidential hopefuls isn't strong enough to defeat Donald Trump , which apparently led Bloomberg to reconsider his decision. (more...)
Adam Schiff is the Ken Starr of Trump impeachment show
- November 11, 2019
Democrats, who control the House, have argued that Mr Trump abused his power in pressing a vulnerable U.S. ally to carry out investigations that would benefit him politically. It has been two decades since Americans last witnessed impeachment proceedings against a president. The GOP also requested Nellie Ohr, a former Fusion GPS contractor, and Alexandra Chalupa, a former Democratic National Committee staffer -a sign that Republicans still want to focus on unsubstantiated claims related to ... (more...)
- November 11, 2019
Democrats, who control the House, have argued that Mr Trump abused his power in pressing a vulnerable U.S. ally to carry out investigations that would benefit him politically. It has been two decades since Americans last witnessed impeachment proceedings against a president. The GOP also requested Nellie Ohr, a former Fusion GPS contractor, and Alexandra Chalupa, a former Democratic National Committee staffer -a sign that Republicans still want to focus on unsubstantiated claims related to ... (more...)
U.N. Mission in Iraq Proposes Roadmap for Ending Upheaval
- November 11, 2019
In particular, demonstrators have been accusing Iran and Iran-backed politicians of exerting influence in Iraq , since Iran has strong links to Iraqi security and intelligence forces. But he refused to step down. At least 19 protesters were wounded when security forces used tear gas to repel them, according to police and hospital sources. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
In particular, demonstrators have been accusing Iran and Iran-backed politicians of exerting influence in Iraq , since Iran has strong links to Iraqi security and intelligence forces. But he refused to step down. At least 19 protesters were wounded when security forces used tear gas to repel them, according to police and hospital sources. (more...)
Man who reportedly argued with Hong Kong protesters set on fire
- November 11, 2019
The shooting led protesters to flood the city's central business district at lunch time - spurring fresh outrage at police when they fired volleys of tear gas into streets and luxury malls, sending office workers sprinting to safety and to wash out their eyes. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
The shooting led protesters to flood the city's central business district at lunch time - spurring fresh outrage at police when they fired volleys of tear gas into streets and luxury malls, sending office workers sprinting to safety and to wash out their eyes. (more...)
Spain votes again as tensions in Catalonia stay high
- November 11, 2019
Spain had long appeared immune to a nationalist surge that swept through other parts of Europe in recent elections, with many still remembering the military dictatorship of General Francisco Franco. Celebrating at the party's headquarters, where the crowd sang traditional Spanish songs and waved national flags, Cristina Martinez, a 25-year old lawyer, said: "Today Vox can not govern". (more...)
- November 11, 2019
Spain had long appeared immune to a nationalist surge that swept through other parts of Europe in recent elections, with many still remembering the military dictatorship of General Francisco Franco. Celebrating at the party's headquarters, where the crowd sang traditional Spanish songs and waved national flags, Cristina Martinez, a 25-year old lawyer, said: "Today Vox can not govern". (more...)
A winter storm and frigid temperatures are headed our way
- November 11, 2019
By Tuesday night , lake effect snow is expected to develop across the primary snowbelt region and will continue into Wednesday morning. A variety of ingredients are coming together to produce the significant accumulating snow. Temperatures will hold almost steady in the lower 30s during the daytime hours on Monday before falling into the 20s on Monday night . We'll only reach the 20s on Wednesday and drop to 10 overnight. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
By Tuesday night , lake effect snow is expected to develop across the primary snowbelt region and will continue into Wednesday morning. A variety of ingredients are coming together to produce the significant accumulating snow. Temperatures will hold almost steady in the lower 30s during the daytime hours on Monday before falling into the 20s on Monday night . We'll only reach the 20s on Wednesday and drop to 10 overnight. (more...)
Building strength: Pentagon: Syria oil revenue going to Kurdish fighters
- November 11, 2019
U.S. President Donald Trump has approved a wider mission for the U.S. military to protect oil fields in eastern Syria, the Associated Press reported on Wednesday, citing U.S. It's a tough dynamic to defend - it's illegal for a country to send troops into another country to take its natural resources - but the president continues to echo his message, boasting at recent campaign rallies about "keeping" Syrian oil. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
U.S. President Donald Trump has approved a wider mission for the U.S. military to protect oil fields in eastern Syria, the Associated Press reported on Wednesday, citing U.S. It's a tough dynamic to defend - it's illegal for a country to send troops into another country to take its natural resources - but the president continues to echo his message, boasting at recent campaign rallies about "keeping" Syrian oil. (more...)
There's a hidden WWI-themed island in Fortnite for Remembrance Day
- November 11, 2019
It's a game that has captivated millions, and now it's being used to teach young people what Remembrance Day is all about. Silences also took place at Glasgow Central, Edinburgh Waverley and Ayr train stations. Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn and shadow foreign secretary Emily Thornberry attended a service outside Islington Town Hall, north London. Communities laid poppy wreaths to remember the fallen in the 1914-18 war and all who lost their lives in conflicts since then. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
It's a game that has captivated millions, and now it's being used to teach young people what Remembrance Day is all about. Silences also took place at Glasgow Central, Edinburgh Waverley and Ayr train stations. Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn and shadow foreign secretary Emily Thornberry attended a service outside Islington Town Hall, north London. Communities laid poppy wreaths to remember the fallen in the 1914-18 war and all who lost their lives in conflicts since then. (more...)
Impeachment inquiry: NSC official says Mulvaney helped coordinate Ukraine quid pro quo
- November 11, 2019
And then? Hill said Bolton abruptly ended the meeting. "He was calling for something, calling for an investigation that didn't exist into the Bidens and Burisma", Vindman said. "They shouldn't be having public hearings; this is a hoax", said Trump, who has denied any wrongdoing. Democrats believe that Trump withheld U.S. aid for Ukraine to "pressure" its president, Volodymyr Zelenski, in a 25 July telephone conversation, to start a criminal probe into Joe Biden, a possible Democratic ... (more...)
- November 11, 2019
And then? Hill said Bolton abruptly ended the meeting. "He was calling for something, calling for an investigation that didn't exist into the Bidens and Burisma", Vindman said. "They shouldn't be having public hearings; this is a hoax", said Trump, who has denied any wrongdoing. Democrats believe that Trump withheld U.S. aid for Ukraine to "pressure" its president, Volodymyr Zelenski, in a 25 July telephone conversation, to start a criminal probe into Joe Biden, a possible Democratic ... (more...)
How much is Nigel Farage really helping Boris Johnson here?
- November 11, 2019
It marks a sharp U-turn after Mr Farage previously said his party would stand candidates in more than 600 seats. "We will stand up and we will fight them all", he said. "To get it over the line we [the Conservatives] need a working majority, which means we need nine more seats than we have now". "We are perfectly capable of holding the balance of power and delivering Brexit that way", she told talkRADIO's Julia Hartley-Brewer. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
It marks a sharp U-turn after Mr Farage previously said his party would stand candidates in more than 600 seats. "We will stand up and we will fight them all", he said. "To get it over the line we [the Conservatives] need a working majority, which means we need nine more seats than we have now". "We are perfectly capable of holding the balance of power and delivering Brexit that way", she told talkRADIO's Julia Hartley-Brewer. (more...)
Winter Storm Warnings and Watches for Monday night
- November 11, 2019
By early Tuesday morning, lake effect snow bands will develop across the primary and secondary snowbelt region. Skies will begin to clear early Monday morning as a gradual warming trend begins for the work week. We get a break much of Wednesday , but more snow possible Wednesday night . Rain to Snow Tuesday: Worcester County and southern New Hampshire will see a transition from rain to snow mid-morning, mid-day for Boston. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
By early Tuesday morning, lake effect snow bands will develop across the primary and secondary snowbelt region. Skies will begin to clear early Monday morning as a gradual warming trend begins for the work week. We get a break much of Wednesday , but more snow possible Wednesday night . Rain to Snow Tuesday: Worcester County and southern New Hampshire will see a transition from rain to snow mid-morning, mid-day for Boston. (more...)
Germany celebrates 30th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall
- November 11, 2019
In August 1989, Allied border guards for the first time allowed people from East Germany to cross freely into Austria, paving the way for the collapse of the Berlin Wall three weeks afterward and with it the conclusion of the Iron Curtain. "In Europe too, in your countries and also between the European societies there is a more intensive and fiercer struggle not only on the future of Europe but also on the interpretation of the past". (more...)
- November 11, 2019
In August 1989, Allied border guards for the first time allowed people from East Germany to cross freely into Austria, paving the way for the collapse of the Berlin Wall three weeks afterward and with it the conclusion of the Iron Curtain. "In Europe too, in your countries and also between the European societies there is a more intensive and fiercer struggle not only on the future of Europe but also on the interpretation of the past". (more...)
Turkey starts repatriating ISIS fighters, deports United States national
- November 11, 2019
Turkey has over the past few weeks criticized Western nations, including Britain and the Netherlands, for refusing to take back their nationals who had joined the militant group and vowed to send back IS militants - even if their citizenship has been revoked. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
Turkey has over the past few weeks criticized Western nations, including Britain and the Netherlands, for refusing to take back their nationals who had joined the militant group and vowed to send back IS militants - even if their citizenship has been revoked. (more...)
Trump calls for complete support, not just fight against impeachment
- November 11, 2019
Trump has defended the July phone call with Zelensky, despite the rough transcript released by the White House appearing to support the allegations against him. "We believe the integrity of the system, the integrity of the constitution, the integrity of the processes under our legal system, is more important than the outcome of one particular case". (more...)
- November 11, 2019
Trump has defended the July phone call with Zelensky, despite the rough transcript released by the White House appearing to support the allegations against him. "We believe the integrity of the system, the integrity of the constitution, the integrity of the processes under our legal system, is more important than the outcome of one particular case". (more...)
Royals to lead Remembrance Sunday tributes at Cenotaph today
- November 11, 2019
The service was also attended by Prince Charles, the Duchess of Cornwall , Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex and Sophie, Countess of Wessex. Kate, William, Harry and Meghan made a rare public outing together after Harry and his wife admitted in a documentary they were struggling with public life and that the brothers were on "different paths". (more...)
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- November 11, 2019
The service was also attended by Prince Charles, the Duchess of Cornwall , Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex and Sophie, Countess of Wessex. Kate, William, Harry and Meghan made a rare public outing together after Harry and his wife admitted in a documentary they were struggling with public life and that the brothers were on "different paths". (more...)
United Nations lauds Pakistan’s Kartarpur initiative
- November 11, 2019
Khan said in his message on the occasion. Earlier, Sidhu was allowed by the Indian government to accompany the all-party "jatha" that travelled to Kartarpur Sahib Gurdwara in Pakistan via the Kartarpur Corridor. "Congratulations to Pakistan on this initiative, and our best wishes to the pilgrims making the crossing for the 550th anniversary of Guru Nanak's birth", Ortagus said. (more...)
- November 11, 2019
Khan said in his message on the occasion. Earlier, Sidhu was allowed by the Indian government to accompany the all-party "jatha" that travelled to Kartarpur Sahib Gurdwara in Pakistan via the Kartarpur Corridor. "Congratulations to Pakistan on this initiative, and our best wishes to the pilgrims making the crossing for the 550th anniversary of Guru Nanak's birth", Ortagus said. (more...)
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