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Prince William Is Reportedly "Not a Huge Fan" of Prince Andrew
- November 26, 2019
Prince Charles has since returned to the United Kingdom after a busy few weeks touring India, New Zealand and the Pacific. The Duke has also distanced himself from his 230 patronages after many of them cut ties with the royal. Many have accused the prince of failing to show sympathy for the accusers. But Prince Andrew will now be given just a private family dinner, according to local media. (more...)
- November 26, 2019
Prince Charles has since returned to the United Kingdom after a busy few weeks touring India, New Zealand and the Pacific. The Duke has also distanced himself from his 230 patronages after many of them cut ties with the royal. Many have accused the prince of failing to show sympathy for the accusers. But Prince Andrew will now be given just a private family dinner, according to local media. (more...)
White House, Capitol Building briefly went under lockdown Tuesday morning
- November 26, 2019
The lockdown was lifted about 9:20 a.m., after about 20 minutes. "I'm told by @CapitolPolice that communication has been lost with an aircraft and that's forced evacuations of some areas of Capitol as a precaution". The White House was placed on lockdown just before 9am local time, amid an emergency which triggered " shelter in place " instructions from security personnel. (more...)
- November 26, 2019
The lockdown was lifted about 9:20 a.m., after about 20 minutes. "I'm told by @CapitolPolice that communication has been lost with an aircraft and that's forced evacuations of some areas of Capitol as a precaution". The White House was placed on lockdown just before 9am local time, amid an emergency which triggered " shelter in place " instructions from security personnel. (more...)
Federal judge: McGahn must comply with House subpoena
- November 26, 2019
House of Representatives-a legal defeat for Trump who has tried to prevent the testimony. Other current and former White House officials defied subpoenas stemming from the Democrats' impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump's call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. (more...)
- November 26, 2019
House of Representatives-a legal defeat for Trump who has tried to prevent the testimony. Other current and former White House officials defied subpoenas stemming from the Democrats' impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump's call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. (more...)
Koalas 'functionally extinct' after bushfires destroy 80 percent of habitat
- November 26, 2019
Recently, bushfires have ravaged Australia's east coast, burning right through prime koala habitat. But while wildfires broke out this month, Tabart said in another statement that "it is hard for the Australian Koala Foundation to make meaningful comments about Australia's current wildfires until the fires are over and people on the ground have assessed the situation". (more...)
- November 26, 2019
Recently, bushfires have ravaged Australia's east coast, burning right through prime koala habitat. But while wildfires broke out this month, Tabart said in another statement that "it is hard for the Australian Koala Foundation to make meaningful comments about Australia's current wildfires until the fires are over and people on the ground have assessed the situation". (more...)
UK's Johnson promises Brexit for Christmas in manifesto
- November 26, 2019
Arriving at the Telford conference center, Johnson was welcomed by supporters chanting "Boris" but a little further away, protesters shouted: "Liar, liar, trousers on fire". In a heated campaign where the Conservatives have been criticised for disseminating misleading social media posts, Johnson, 55, will say he will "turn the page from the dither, delay and division" of recent years. (more...)
- November 26, 2019
Arriving at the Telford conference center, Johnson was welcomed by supporters chanting "Boris" but a little further away, protesters shouted: "Liar, liar, trousers on fire". In a heated campaign where the Conservatives have been criticised for disseminating misleading social media posts, Johnson, 55, will say he will "turn the page from the dither, delay and division" of recent years. (more...)
13 soldiers killed in Mali helicopter collision
- November 26, 2019
The fatalities included six army officers, six non-commissioned officers and a corporal, according to reports. The French military said both helicopters were flying very low when they collided and crashed in Mali's Liptako region. USA officials say Mali and the broader Sahel region, which lies south of the Sahara Desert, threatens to become a refuge for terrorists to plan and launch attacks across the world. (more...)
- November 26, 2019
The fatalities included six army officers, six non-commissioned officers and a corporal, according to reports. The French military said both helicopters were flying very low when they collided and crashed in Mali's Liptako region. USA officials say Mali and the broader Sahel region, which lies south of the Sahara Desert, threatens to become a refuge for terrorists to plan and launch attacks across the world. (more...)
Saxon royal jewels are stolen from a German museum
- November 26, 2019
One of the oldest museums in Europe, the Green Vault holds treasures including a 63.8-centimetre figure of a Moor studded with emeralds and a 547.71-carat sapphire gifted by Tsar Peter I of Russian Federation. "The value is really in the ensemble". Police said they received a call at 4:59am from security guards at the museum who witnessed the robbery on a live video feed from the room in the Green Vault that housed the display case. (more...)
- November 26, 2019
One of the oldest museums in Europe, the Green Vault holds treasures including a 63.8-centimetre figure of a Moor studded with emeralds and a 547.71-carat sapphire gifted by Tsar Peter I of Russian Federation. "The value is really in the ensemble". Police said they received a call at 4:59am from security guards at the museum who witnessed the robbery on a live video feed from the room in the Green Vault that housed the display case. (more...)
Turkey to start testing Russian S-400 defence system
- November 26, 2019
The United States and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation attempted to prevent Turkey from purchasing Russia's S-400 missile systems. Turkey has crossed "another red line" by starting tests of the radar detection system it purchased from Russian Federation as part of the S-400 missile defense system, US Senator for Maryland Christopher Van Hollen said. (more...)
- November 26, 2019
The United States and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation attempted to prevent Turkey from purchasing Russia's S-400 missile systems. Turkey has crossed "another red line" by starting tests of the radar detection system it purchased from Russian Federation as part of the S-400 missile defense system, US Senator for Maryland Christopher Van Hollen said. (more...)
President Trump claims public support for impeachment is 'dropping like a rock'
- November 26, 2019
Senate Republicans have already made it clear that articles of impeachment would be dismissed, but Trump and members of his administration have been saying they would welcome a trial so the president can fully present his case and have evidence heard. (more...)
- November 26, 2019
Senate Republicans have already made it clear that articles of impeachment would be dismissed, but Trump and members of his administration have been saying they would welcome a trial so the president can fully present his case and have evidence heard. (more...)
Sydney grandmother escapes death penalty in Malaysia - PM
- November 26, 2019
KUALA LUMPUR , Nov 26 ― An Australian woman sentenced to death for drug-trafficking in Malaysia was acquitted today after the Federal Court in Kuala Lumpur quashed her earlier conviction by a lower court. When told by customs officials the bag she was carrying contained ice, her response was "it can't be". She thought they meant frozen water not crystal methamphetamine, also known as ice. (more...)
- November 26, 2019
KUALA LUMPUR , Nov 26 ― An Australian woman sentenced to death for drug-trafficking in Malaysia was acquitted today after the Federal Court in Kuala Lumpur quashed her earlier conviction by a lower court. When told by customs officials the bag she was carrying contained ice, her response was "it can't be". She thought they meant frozen water not crystal methamphetamine, also known as ice. (more...)
Buildings down after strongest tremor in decades hits Albania
- November 26, 2019
The strongest natural disaster to hit Albania in decades rocked the capital of Tirana early on Tuesday, sending panicked residents into the streets and causing at least one building to collapse in the nearby port town of Durres. A three-storey hotel in the port town of Durres collapsed while another building in the city centre was badly damaged. Several smaller tremors were recorded in the hour before the main quake, which was also felt across the Balkans and in the southern Italian ... (more...)
- November 26, 2019
The strongest natural disaster to hit Albania in decades rocked the capital of Tirana early on Tuesday, sending panicked residents into the streets and causing at least one building to collapse in the nearby port town of Durres. A three-storey hotel in the port town of Durres collapsed while another building in the city centre was badly damaged. Several smaller tremors were recorded in the hour before the main quake, which was also felt across the Balkans and in the southern Italian ... (more...)
Women take to the streets as France grapples with domestic violence
- November 26, 2019
Jacquelyn Jennett, chair of the Highland Violence Against Women Partnership, said: "Everyone can do something to promote equality and prevent violence against women and girls". The lights of the Eiffel Tower were switched off for one minute at midnight to mark the day. He said the measures, to be put to parliament in January, would be backed by 360 million euros ($400 million) of additional funding. (more...)
- November 26, 2019
Jacquelyn Jennett, chair of the Highland Violence Against Women Partnership, said: "Everyone can do something to promote equality and prevent violence against women and girls". The lights of the Eiffel Tower were switched off for one minute at midnight to mark the day. He said the measures, to be put to parliament in January, would be backed by 360 million euros ($400 million) of additional funding. (more...)
Judge: Trump Can't Block McGahn From Complying With Congressional Subpoena
- November 26, 2019
White House counsel Pat Cipollone has said , "McGahn is absolutely immune from compelled congressional testimony with respect to matters occurring during his service as a senior adviser to the president", citing previous opinions from the Department of Justice Office of Legal Counsel, along with OLC guidance that said McGahn specifically is "absolutely immune" from providing such testimony. (more...)
- November 26, 2019
White House counsel Pat Cipollone has said , "McGahn is absolutely immune from compelled congressional testimony with respect to matters occurring during his service as a senior adviser to the president", citing previous opinions from the Department of Justice Office of Legal Counsel, along with OLC guidance that said McGahn specifically is "absolutely immune" from providing such testimony. (more...)
Thousands of sheep feared dead in Romania capsize
- November 26, 2019
The rescue operation is being supported by military personnel as well as police and divers. Authorities do not yet know what caused the Queen Hind to capsize, the BBC reports . "Our association is shocked by the disaster", Acebop President Mary Pana said in a statement to AFP . 'If we can now not offer protection to cattle all over long-distance transports, we ought to serene outright ban them'. (more...)
- November 26, 2019
The rescue operation is being supported by military personnel as well as police and divers. Authorities do not yet know what caused the Queen Hind to capsize, the BBC reports . "Our association is shocked by the disaster", Acebop President Mary Pana said in a statement to AFP . 'If we can now not offer protection to cattle all over long-distance transports, we ought to serene outright ban them'. (more...)
Remains believed to be missing student Aniah Blanchard found, DA says
- November 26, 2019
Auburn police issued a warrant against him, and Yazeed was captured in Escambia County, Florida. The remains are being examined to determine whether they are, according to the Auburn Police Department. "The examination will explore if the remains are those of Aniah Blanchard ", Auburn police said in a statement. A second defendant Antwain "Squirmy" Fisher was arrested Friday. (more...)
- November 26, 2019
Auburn police issued a warrant against him, and Yazeed was captured in Escambia County, Florida. The remains are being examined to determine whether they are, according to the Auburn Police Department. "The examination will explore if the remains are those of Aniah Blanchard ", Auburn police said in a statement. A second defendant Antwain "Squirmy" Fisher was arrested Friday. (more...)
Lorry driver accused of 39 migrant deaths admits illegal immigration plot
- November 26, 2019
A truck driver from Northern Ireland was charged with the manslaughter of 39 Vietnamese nationals found dead in a truck near London last month pleaded guilty on Monday to plotting to assist unlawful immigration and to acquiring criminal property. (more...)
- November 26, 2019
A truck driver from Northern Ireland was charged with the manslaughter of 39 Vietnamese nationals found dead in a truck near London last month pleaded guilty on Monday to plotting to assist unlawful immigration and to acquiring criminal property. (more...)
The Treasures Of Dresden's Green Vault
- November 26, 2019
Other exhibits in Dresden include a table-sized sculpture of an Indian royal court from the 18th century, made out of gold, silver, enamel, precious stones and pearls. A gang of thieves broke into Dresden's renowned Green Vault in the early hours of Monday morning and escaped with the valuable treasures. It is now on loan to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. (more...)
- November 26, 2019
Other exhibits in Dresden include a table-sized sculpture of an Indian royal court from the 18th century, made out of gold, silver, enamel, precious stones and pearls. A gang of thieves broke into Dresden's renowned Green Vault in the early hours of Monday morning and escaped with the valuable treasures. It is now on loan to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. (more...)
Philippine troops rescue abducted British man and wife
- November 26, 2019
Gen. Cirilito Sobejana inside the military headquarters in Jolo , capital of southern Philippine province of Sulu, Nov. 25, 2019. Philippines army released a picture of the couple, Alan and Wilma Hyrons, in which they can be seen talking to army officers in a military camp. (more...)
- November 26, 2019
Gen. Cirilito Sobejana inside the military headquarters in Jolo , capital of southern Philippine province of Sulu, Nov. 25, 2019. Philippines army released a picture of the couple, Alan and Wilma Hyrons, in which they can be seen talking to army officers in a military camp. (more...)
Home Intruder 'Picked the Wrong House'
- November 26, 2019
The young man is in my home. Officials say Murphy actually struck the man in the head with a stool, not a table. Murphy grabbed as many household items as she could to take down the intruder, beginning with a table. "He picked the wrong house to break into ", Willie Murphy told local station WHAM . She's already something of a local celebrity due to her bodybuilding and feats of strength. (more...)
- November 26, 2019
The young man is in my home. Officials say Murphy actually struck the man in the head with a stool, not a table. Murphy grabbed as many household items as she could to take down the intruder, beginning with a table. "He picked the wrong house to break into ", Willie Murphy told local station WHAM . She's already something of a local celebrity due to her bodybuilding and feats of strength. (more...)
Trump welcomes dog who helped catch Islamic State leader to White House
- November 25, 2019
Baghdadi, 48, died in October after the world's most wanted terrorist was chased by the United States special forces along with military working dogs. First lady Melania Trump stood a few feet away. "And we're very honored to have Conan here, we've given Conan a certificate and an award that we'll put up in the White House", he said, adding: "Conan was very badly hurt. (more...)
- November 25, 2019
Baghdadi, 48, died in October after the world's most wanted terrorist was chased by the United States special forces along with military working dogs. First lady Melania Trump stood a few feet away. "And we're very honored to have Conan here, we've given Conan a certificate and an award that we'll put up in the White House", he said, adding: "Conan was very badly hurt. (more...)
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