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SolGen asks Supreme Court to revoke ABS-CBN franchise
- February 12, 2020
It is thus questionable whether the solicitor-general can question ABS-CBN's franchise for alleged abuses committed after Congress gave it a valid franchise. ABS-CBN has published award-winning critical reports on domestic terrorism , Duterte's war on drugs campaign , and other sensitive topics. This means that while the OSG pleaded for the immediate issuance of a TRO on ABS-CBN's KBO, the SC did not issue a TRO after its full court deliberation and opted to hear first the side of the ... (more...)
- February 12, 2020
It is thus questionable whether the solicitor-general can question ABS-CBN's franchise for alleged abuses committed after Congress gave it a valid franchise. ABS-CBN has published award-winning critical reports on domestic terrorism , Duterte's war on drugs campaign , and other sensitive topics. This means that while the OSG pleaded for the immediate issuance of a TRO on ABS-CBN's KBO, the SC did not issue a TRO after its full court deliberation and opted to hear first the side of the ... (more...)
Mall Shooter killed in police operation
- February 12, 2020
Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said on Saturday night that 16 people died at the scene, while four others died in hospital. The suspect, who was identified as Sergeant-Major Jakrapanth Thomma by the police, opened fire in the Terminal 21 mall in the northeastern city of Nakhon Ratchasima . (more...)
- February 12, 2020
Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said on Saturday night that 16 people died at the scene, while four others died in hospital. The suspect, who was identified as Sergeant-Major Jakrapanth Thomma by the police, opened fire in the Terminal 21 mall in the northeastern city of Nakhon Ratchasima . (more...)
Mini-Merkel stands down following far-Right debacle
- February 12, 2020
The woman who had been expected to become Germany's next chancellor has decided not to run for the top job, a source in her Christian Democratic party (CDU) said yesterday, throwing into confusion the race to succeed Angela Merkel . Just last week, the former CDU parliamentary leader gave up his job at giant asset manager BlackRock "to support the party more strongly in its renewal and re-enter politics", he said. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
The woman who had been expected to become Germany's next chancellor has decided not to run for the top job, a source in her Christian Democratic party (CDU) said yesterday, throwing into confusion the race to succeed Angela Merkel . Just last week, the former CDU parliamentary leader gave up his job at giant asset manager BlackRock "to support the party more strongly in its renewal and re-enter politics", he said. (more...)
Colorado city set off the world's largest firework
- February 12, 2020
A firework launched over a U.S. ski resort town has set a record for the world's largest aerial such device. The 62-inch shell traveled through a 26-foot long mortar before being blasted thousands of feet into the air but it nearly didn't happen because 2-feet of fresh powder dropped on the mountain and made it incredibly hard to plow the launch area and transport the massive shell weighing over a ton. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
A firework launched over a U.S. ski resort town has set a record for the world's largest aerial such device. The 62-inch shell traveled through a 26-foot long mortar before being blasted thousands of feet into the air but it nearly didn't happen because 2-feet of fresh powder dropped on the mountain and made it incredibly hard to plow the launch area and transport the massive shell weighing over a ton. (more...)
President Akufo-Addo attends 33rd AU Summit in Ethiopia
- February 12, 2020
The Nigerian leader welcomed the collaborative leadership of the AU with other Regional Economic Communities in resolving conflicts on the continent. While Trudeau said this trip is aimed at moving Canada's relationship with Africa to new heights, including more economic partnerships and business ties, he acknowledged Canada's campaign for one of the 10 non-permanent seats on the Security Council is one of the reasons for the visit. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
The Nigerian leader welcomed the collaborative leadership of the AU with other Regional Economic Communities in resolving conflicts on the continent. While Trudeau said this trip is aimed at moving Canada's relationship with Africa to new heights, including more economic partnerships and business ties, he acknowledged Canada's campaign for one of the 10 non-permanent seats on the Security Council is one of the reasons for the visit. (more...)
US May Sign Trade Deal With India This Month
- February 12, 2020
During his visit to Modi's home state Gujarat, Trump along with the Indian prime minister would participate in a grand roadshow, planned along a 10-km decked-up stretch from the Ahmedabad airport to the Sabarmati Ashram, they said. US President Donald Trump has said that he is looking forward to his first visit to India later this month and indicated that the two countries may sign a trade deal. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
During his visit to Modi's home state Gujarat, Trump along with the Indian prime minister would participate in a grand roadshow, planned along a 10-km decked-up stretch from the Ahmedabad airport to the Sabarmati Ashram, they said. US President Donald Trump has said that he is looking forward to his first visit to India later this month and indicated that the two countries may sign a trade deal. (more...)
Airlines cancel Taiwan flights on coronavirus
- February 12, 2020
The ministry released a photo showing one of its F-16 Falcon fighter jets escorting a PLAAF H-6 bomber, Beijing's primary strategic bomber, based on the Soviet Union's Tu-16 Badger nuclear bomber. China's Eastern Theatre Command described Sunday's fly-by of military's combat-ready patrol as a "completely legitimate and necessary action aimed at the current situation in the Taiwan Strait and safeguarding national sovereignty". (more...)
- February 12, 2020
The ministry released a photo showing one of its F-16 Falcon fighter jets escorting a PLAAF H-6 bomber, Beijing's primary strategic bomber, based on the Soviet Union's Tu-16 Badger nuclear bomber. China's Eastern Theatre Command described Sunday's fly-by of military's combat-ready patrol as a "completely legitimate and necessary action aimed at the current situation in the Taiwan Strait and safeguarding national sovereignty". (more...)
Boat capsizes in Bangladesh killing 15 Rohingya refugees
- February 12, 2020
They were wooed by traffickers to get on the boat from various points as it was heading for Malaysia, he said. At least seven suspected traffickers were shot dead in 2019 in clashes with police. Navy divers joined the coast guard for the rescue operation. An estimated 25,000 Rohingya left Bangladesh and Myanmar on boats in 2015 trying to get to Thailand , Malaysia and Indonesia. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
They were wooed by traffickers to get on the boat from various points as it was heading for Malaysia, he said. At least seven suspected traffickers were shot dead in 2019 in clashes with police. Navy divers joined the coast guard for the rescue operation. An estimated 25,000 Rohingya left Bangladesh and Myanmar on boats in 2015 trying to get to Thailand , Malaysia and Indonesia. (more...)
Chinese military hackers charged with Equifax cyber attack that hit 15m Britons
- February 12, 2020
The US is charging the four military officers with conspiracy to commit computer fraud, economic espionage, and wire fraud. To hide their activities, the hackers routed their connection to the Equifax servers via 34 servers based in almost 20 countries. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
The US is charging the four military officers with conspiracy to commit computer fraud, economic espionage, and wire fraud. To hide their activities, the hackers routed their connection to the Equifax servers via 34 servers based in almost 20 countries. (more...)
Shaheen Bagh Protestors Can't Block Public Roads, Create an Inconvenience: SC
- February 12, 2020
Notably, a large number of women, majority mothers and grandmothers from the neighbourhood, have been sitting on a street in Shaheen Bagh for over a month now in the longest continuous protest against the amended citizenship legislation. Justice Kaul said the protests have gone into many days, there must a designated area to protest, "you just can not block the road". "No one can be permitted to occupy a public road for any reason whatsoever under the pretext of a peaceful protest and that ... (more...)
- February 12, 2020
Notably, a large number of women, majority mothers and grandmothers from the neighbourhood, have been sitting on a street in Shaheen Bagh for over a month now in the longest continuous protest against the amended citizenship legislation. Justice Kaul said the protests have gone into many days, there must a designated area to protest, "you just can not block the road". "No one can be permitted to occupy a public road for any reason whatsoever under the pretext of a peaceful protest and that ... (more...)
United Kingdom reports 4th coronavirus case, linked to cases in France
- February 12, 2020
The second and last repatriation flight from the Chinese city of Wuhan to the United Kingdom will arrive at RAF Brize Norton in Oxfordshire early today. They flew to Hong Kong and then to Taiwan on February 1 and were later confirmed to have the virus. As of 2pm on Sunday, the Department of Health said a total of 795 tests were concluded in the United Kingdom, with four testing positive and 791 confirmed negative. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
The second and last repatriation flight from the Chinese city of Wuhan to the United Kingdom will arrive at RAF Brize Norton in Oxfordshire early today. They flew to Hong Kong and then to Taiwan on February 1 and were later confirmed to have the virus. As of 2pm on Sunday, the Department of Health said a total of 795 tests were concluded in the United Kingdom, with four testing positive and 791 confirmed negative. (more...)
Trump says Pentagon should probe officer who testified in impeachment
- February 12, 2020
He was a key witness in the Democratic-led impeachment inquiry, which resulted in Trump's acquittal in the Senate. But Trump tweeted on Saturday that Alexander Vindman was "OUT" because he was "insubordinate" and had reported the contents of Trump's July phone call with the Ukrainian president "incorrectly". (more...)
- February 12, 2020
He was a key witness in the Democratic-led impeachment inquiry, which resulted in Trump's acquittal in the Senate. But Trump tweeted on Saturday that Alexander Vindman was "OUT" because he was "insubordinate" and had reported the contents of Trump's July phone call with the Ukrainian president "incorrectly". (more...)
Bono the Havanese, Siba the Poodle advance to Westminster finals
- February 12, 2020
The poodle, the victor of the non-sporting group at the dog show, bested six other dogs from the hound, terrier, sporting, working, toy and herding groups at Madison Square Garden Tuesday night. For one, the Poodle was in competition with breeds, groups and specific dogs with a longer history of success at Westminster and beyond, including Bono, pegged by Dog News Magazine as the top-ranked dog in competition. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
The poodle, the victor of the non-sporting group at the dog show, bested six other dogs from the hound, terrier, sporting, working, toy and herding groups at Madison Square Garden Tuesday night. For one, the Poodle was in competition with breeds, groups and specific dogs with a longer history of success at Westminster and beyond, including Bono, pegged by Dog News Magazine as the top-ranked dog in competition. (more...)
Sinn Fein urges European Union to back united Ireland bid after poll surge
- February 12, 2020
For Martin, though, this is probably his best and maybe last chance to be prime minister. Sinn Féin's President Mary Lou McDonald addresses the media in Dublin , as Sinn Féin's David Cullinane looks on, in Dublin , Ireland, Monday, Feb. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
For Martin, though, this is probably his best and maybe last chance to be prime minister. Sinn Féin's President Mary Lou McDonald addresses the media in Dublin , as Sinn Féin's David Cullinane looks on, in Dublin , Ireland, Monday, Feb. (more...)
PA retreat at UN: Abbas pulls vote to condemn Trump plan
- February 12, 2020
Waving a copy of a map that the Trump plan, Abbas said the state envisioned for the Palestinians looked like a fragmented "Swiss cheese". The U.N. Suggesting violent protests could break out, Abbas said "the situation could implode at any moment". "I hope that President Trump will be just and fair, so that we can have the opportunity to reach peace", he added. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
Waving a copy of a map that the Trump plan, Abbas said the state envisioned for the Palestinians looked like a fragmented "Swiss cheese". The U.N. Suggesting violent protests could break out, Abbas said "the situation could implode at any moment". "I hope that President Trump will be just and fair, so that we can have the opportunity to reach peace", he added. (more...)
Just In: Sudan's Bashir to Be Handed Over to ICC
- February 12, 2020
Sudan's ousted president Omar Hassan al-Bashir (L) stands in a cage during his trial at a courtroom in Khartoum, Sudan, 19 August 2019. The Hague-based ICC has charged Bashir and three of his former aides with genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes in Sudan's western region of Darfur, which was hit by a brutal conflict from 2003. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
Sudan's ousted president Omar Hassan al-Bashir (L) stands in a cage during his trial at a courtroom in Khartoum, Sudan, 19 August 2019. The Hague-based ICC has charged Bashir and three of his former aides with genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes in Sudan's western region of Darfur, which was hit by a brutal conflict from 2003. (more...)
Giuliani is giving Ukraine information to the Justice Department, Barr says
- February 12, 2020
On Twitter this morning, Giuliani alluded to "two smoking gun documents" in a post urging people to subscribe to his podcast. The former vice president threatened to hold up a $1 billion in loan guarantees unless Ukraine ditched a former top prosecutor who had investigated a Ukrainian energy company that employed Hunter on its board. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
On Twitter this morning, Giuliani alluded to "two smoking gun documents" in a post urging people to subscribe to his podcast. The former vice president threatened to hold up a $1 billion in loan guarantees unless Ukraine ditched a former top prosecutor who had investigated a Ukrainian energy company that employed Hunter on its board. (more...)
NY sues Trump administration over 'punitive' ban from traveler programs
- February 12, 2020
The Trump administration is suspending enrollments by NY residents in programs travelers use to quickly move through airport security and customs, citing new limits on federal access to state driver's license data aimed at protecting undocumented immigrants. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
The Trump administration is suspending enrollments by NY residents in programs travelers use to quickly move through airport security and customs, citing new limits on federal access to state driver's license data aimed at protecting undocumented immigrants. (more...)
Trump `apoplectic` with Johnson on allowing Huawei in UK
- February 12, 2020
The UK government said it would allow Huawei to be involved in building peripheral parts of the 5G and full-fibre network, despite describing it as a high-risk vendor. The U.S is now committed to expanding the ban on Huawei in other countries with a dedicated team consistently trying to convince the governments of the ramifications. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
The UK government said it would allow Huawei to be involved in building peripheral parts of the 5G and full-fibre network, despite describing it as a high-risk vendor. The U.S is now committed to expanding the ban on Huawei in other countries with a dedicated team consistently trying to convince the governments of the ramifications. (more...)
Philippines to terminate troop agreement with US
- February 12, 2020
The VFA is a 1998 agreement between Manila and Washington on the protocol for American military personnel in the country. It also allows United States troops to be immune from prosecution by local authorities for some crimes committed on the Philippines soil. (more...)
- February 12, 2020
The VFA is a 1998 agreement between Manila and Washington on the protocol for American military personnel in the country. It also allows United States troops to be immune from prosecution by local authorities for some crimes committed on the Philippines soil. (more...)
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