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Dame Vera Lynn: How the Force's Sweetheart surprised an LGBT choir
- June 19, 2020
The monarch and the singer were born nine years apart and met on many occasions through the decades, sharing a bond due to their wartime experiences. Queen Elizabeth II also invoked the beloved singer in a rare address to the nation in early April, telling Britons "we will meet again" once the restrictions were lifted. (more...)
- June 19, 2020
The monarch and the singer were born nine years apart and met on many occasions through the decades, sharing a bond due to their wartime experiences. Queen Elizabeth II also invoked the beloved singer in a rare address to the nation in early April, telling Britons "we will meet again" once the restrictions were lifted. (more...)
Trump team seeks 4th debate with Biden, cites voting by mail
- June 19, 2020
Fox News confirmed that Giuliani - who served as a leading Trump attorney during the impeachment of the president - joined Trump campaign manager Brad Parscale on a call Thursday with members of the Commission on Presidential Debates (CPD), which organizes and holds the quadrennial showdowns . (more...)
- June 19, 2020
Fox News confirmed that Giuliani - who served as a leading Trump attorney during the impeachment of the president - joined Trump campaign manager Brad Parscale on a call Thursday with members of the Commission on Presidential Debates (CPD), which organizes and holds the quadrennial showdowns . (more...)
Facebook removes Trump campaign ads for violating ‘organized hate’ policy
- June 19, 2020
The Trump campaign later tweeted the symbol again with the message: "This is an emoji". A Trump campaign official also points out the symbol is an emoji on Apple phones and the stock ticker in addition to be used by some Antifa groups. (more...)
- June 19, 2020
The Trump campaign later tweeted the symbol again with the message: "This is an emoji". A Trump campaign official also points out the symbol is an emoji on Apple phones and the stock ticker in addition to be used by some Antifa groups. (more...)
Black Lives Matter banner removed at US Embassy in Seoul
- June 19, 2020
It was hung on the facade of the embassy in Seoul by USA ambassador Harry Harris on Saturday. "Our Black Lives Matter banner shows our support for the fight against racial injustice and police brutality as we strive to be a more inclusive and just society". (more...)
- June 19, 2020
It was hung on the facade of the embassy in Seoul by USA ambassador Harry Harris on Saturday. "Our Black Lives Matter banner shows our support for the fight against racial injustice and police brutality as we strive to be a more inclusive and just society". (more...)
Trump says he made Juneteenth 'very famous'
- June 19, 2020
But, according to the report, the US President also asked an aide during the interview whether she had heard of the holiday "and she pointed out that the White House had issued a statement past year commemorating the day". "I would also say it's very substantially less than it used to be". "Think about it as a celebration", Trump continued. Additionally, the President, who vehemently opposes stripping the names of Confederate soldiers from Army bases because it would "bring people apart", ... (more...)
- June 19, 2020
But, according to the report, the US President also asked an aide during the interview whether she had heard of the holiday "and she pointed out that the White House had issued a statement past year commemorating the day". "I would also say it's very substantially less than it used to be". "Think about it as a celebration", Trump continued. Additionally, the President, who vehemently opposes stripping the names of Confederate soldiers from Army bases because it would "bring people apart", ... (more...)
Second victim in Rayshard Brooks shooting recalls terrifying ordeal
- June 19, 2020
On Wednesday, June 17, officers with the Atlanta Police Department stopped responding to calls in three of the city's six zones, according to reporting from CNN . "Mr. Brooks on the night of this incident was calm, he was cordial and really displayed a cooperative nature", Howard said. The charges reflect a potential "sea change" in tolerance for violence by police, said Caren Morrison, a Georgia State University law professor who used to be a federal prosecutor in NY. (more...)
- June 19, 2020
On Wednesday, June 17, officers with the Atlanta Police Department stopped responding to calls in three of the city's six zones, according to reporting from CNN . "Mr. Brooks on the night of this incident was calm, he was cordial and really displayed a cooperative nature", Howard said. The charges reflect a potential "sea change" in tolerance for violence by police, said Caren Morrison, a Georgia State University law professor who used to be a federal prosecutor in NY. (more...)
Kremlin installs special antiseptic tunnels to protect Putin
- June 19, 2020
However, the World Health Organization in May said, "Spraying of individuals with disinfectants (such as in a tunnel, cabinet, or chamber) is not recommended under any circumstances". Last week, Putin attended a public event in Moscow for the first time since early May. Putin announced in late May that Russia's outbreak had peaked and scheduled a military parade, postponed because of the pandemic , for June 24. (more...)
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- June 19, 2020
However, the World Health Organization in May said, "Spraying of individuals with disinfectants (such as in a tunnel, cabinet, or chamber) is not recommended under any circumstances". Last week, Putin attended a public event in Moscow for the first time since early May. Putin announced in late May that Russia's outbreak had peaked and scheduled a military parade, postponed because of the pandemic , for June 24. (more...)
India sees highest corona deaths of 2003, cases cross 3.54L
- June 19, 2020
India has to think about further unlocking, minimising all possibilities of harm to people, he said. The total number of confirmed cases includes foreigners. It's likely that the number of new cases will surge if the state tests more. The state has 11 active cases. Now that more private medical centres run tests, thousands of new cases are emerging, and not all appear in federal numbers. (more...)
- June 19, 2020
India has to think about further unlocking, minimising all possibilities of harm to people, he said. The total number of confirmed cases includes foreigners. It's likely that the number of new cases will surge if the state tests more. The state has 11 active cases. Now that more private medical centres run tests, thousands of new cases are emerging, and not all appear in federal numbers. (more...)
North Korea blows up its joint liaison office with South Korea
- June 19, 2020
North Korean senior official Kim Yo Jong blamed the South for the decline in inter-Korea relations on Wednesday, a day after Pyongyang demolished the Inter-Korean Liaison Office and threatened to move troops into the disarmed areas of the Korean demilitarized zone. (more...)
- June 19, 2020
North Korean senior official Kim Yo Jong blamed the South for the decline in inter-Korea relations on Wednesday, a day after Pyongyang demolished the Inter-Korean Liaison Office and threatened to move troops into the disarmed areas of the Korean demilitarized zone. (more...)
Ole's press conference to preview Spurs v United
- June 19, 2020
Mr Rashford had called for the provision of free school meal vouchers outside of term time, explaining how he had "seen first hand" what can happen when families go hungry. Rashford's intervention has been part of a wider contribution to social debate by high-profile footballers. "It's up to every individual of course and footballers, as a group, they've been criticised a lot". (more...)
- June 19, 2020
Mr Rashford had called for the provision of free school meal vouchers outside of term time, explaining how he had "seen first hand" what can happen when families go hungry. Rashford's intervention has been part of a wider contribution to social debate by high-profile footballers. "It's up to every individual of course and footballers, as a group, they've been criticised a lot". (more...)
For 8th Time This Year, US Fighters Intercept Russian Bombers off Alaska
- June 19, 2020
The U.S. also scrambled its fighters when two groups of Russian warplanes neared Alaska last week. According to NORAD, they intercepted two formations of Russian aircraft. The Russian defense ministry has released a video of the intercept. O'Shaughnessy, who commands NORAD and U.S. Northern Command, linked the uptick in Russian military flights off Alaska's coast to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. (more...)
- June 19, 2020
The U.S. also scrambled its fighters when two groups of Russian warplanes neared Alaska last week. According to NORAD, they intercepted two formations of Russian aircraft. The Russian defense ministry has released a video of the intercept. O'Shaughnessy, who commands NORAD and U.S. Northern Command, linked the uptick in Russian military flights off Alaska's coast to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. (more...)
European Union digs in on digital tax plan, after United States quits talks
- June 19, 2020
The UK is also adopting a digital services tax, while arguing that "the most sustainable long-term solution to the tax challenges arising from digitalisation is reform of the worldwide corporate tax rules". US Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer told a House Ways and Means Committee hearing on Wednesday: "We were making no headway and the secretary made the decision that rather than have them go off on their own, he would just say we're no longer involved in the negotiations". (more...)
- June 19, 2020
The UK is also adopting a digital services tax, while arguing that "the most sustainable long-term solution to the tax challenges arising from digitalisation is reform of the worldwide corporate tax rules". US Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer told a House Ways and Means Committee hearing on Wednesday: "We were making no headway and the secretary made the decision that rather than have them go off on their own, he would just say we're no longer involved in the negotiations". (more...)
Indian troops 'killed on unarmed patrol' in Ladakh
- June 18, 2020
Zhao Lijian, a spokesperson from the ministry, made the remarks at a regular press conference when asked about the clashes between China and India in the Galvan Valley area on the border. The two sides are in close communication on solving the problems via diplomatic and military channels, the spokesperson told reporters. "We remain firmly convinced of the need for the maintenance of the peace and tranquility in the border areas and the resolution of differences through dialogue". (more...)
- June 18, 2020
Zhao Lijian, a spokesperson from the ministry, made the remarks at a regular press conference when asked about the clashes between China and India in the Galvan Valley area on the border. The two sides are in close communication on solving the problems via diplomatic and military channels, the spokesperson told reporters. "We remain firmly convinced of the need for the maintenance of the peace and tranquility in the border areas and the resolution of differences through dialogue". (more...)
United Nations members vote today on Ireland's Security Council bid
- June 18, 2020
African countries have in the past picked their own candidate but were unable to put forward a single country this time, setting the stage for Wednesday's showdown. United Nations officials met in NY to cast their votes on Wednesday. "Campaigning for a UNSC seat involves endless lobbying, entertaining and worrying that the ambassador who just promised you a vote is a liar", tweeted Richard Gowan, an expert on the world body at the International Crisis Group. (more...)
- June 18, 2020
African countries have in the past picked their own candidate but were unable to put forward a single country this time, setting the stage for Wednesday's showdown. United Nations officials met in NY to cast their votes on Wednesday. "Campaigning for a UNSC seat involves endless lobbying, entertaining and worrying that the ambassador who just promised you a vote is a liar", tweeted Richard Gowan, an expert on the world body at the International Crisis Group. (more...)
Johnson involved in minor auto crash in Westminster
- June 18, 2020
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was in a minor auto crash on Wednesday after a protester ran in front of his vehicle as it left parliament. Downing Street said there are no reports of any injuries after social media images emerged of the incident, which took place shortly after Johnson , 55, left the House of Commons after the weekly Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) session. (more...)
- June 18, 2020
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was in a minor auto crash on Wednesday after a protester ran in front of his vehicle as it left parliament. Downing Street said there are no reports of any injuries after social media images emerged of the incident, which took place shortly after Johnson , 55, left the House of Commons after the weekly Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) session. (more...)
USA to impose sanctions aimed at blocking Syria military victory
- June 17, 2020
Assad's was only the second trial of a foreign dignitary in France on charges of "ill-gotten gains". On 20 December, US President Donald Trump signed into law the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act of 2019 that stipulates the president will issue regulations necessary to implement the measure no later than 180 days from the Act being signed into law. (more...)
- June 17, 2020
Assad's was only the second trial of a foreign dignitary in France on charges of "ill-gotten gains". On 20 December, US President Donald Trump signed into law the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act of 2019 that stipulates the president will issue regulations necessary to implement the measure no later than 180 days from the Act being signed into law. (more...)
Turkish jets drop bombs on Kurdish rebel bases in northern Iraq
- June 17, 2020
Baghdad and Erbil's lack of deterrent stance only encourages Ankara, he remarked, slamming their "weak" responses against the "crimes Turkey is committing in isolated areas that have nothing to do with the PKK". Turkey's Defence Minister Hulusi Akar said terrorist hideouts and supply chains were destroyed in the aerial campaign. The PKK, listed as a terrorist organization by Turkey, the United States and the European Union, has been rebelling against the Turkish government for more than 30 ... (more...)
- June 17, 2020
Baghdad and Erbil's lack of deterrent stance only encourages Ankara, he remarked, slamming their "weak" responses against the "crimes Turkey is committing in isolated areas that have nothing to do with the PKK". Turkey's Defence Minister Hulusi Akar said terrorist hideouts and supply chains were destroyed in the aerial campaign. The PKK, listed as a terrorist organization by Turkey, the United States and the European Union, has been rebelling against the Turkish government for more than 30 ... (more...)
Boris Johnson involved in vehicle crash outside Parliament
- June 17, 2020
The vehicle was leaving the parliamentary estate with police outriders when a protester ran into the road, prompting the official auto to stop and the following Range Rover to drive into it. The incident was captured on video by an anti-Brexiteer who said, " Boris Johnson in auto crash at Parliament". Mr Johnson's spokesman confirmed the cost and that the aircraft was in Cambridgeshire for the "pre-planned repainting". (more...)
- June 17, 2020
The vehicle was leaving the parliamentary estate with police outriders when a protester ran into the road, prompting the official auto to stop and the following Range Rover to drive into it. The incident was captured on video by an anti-Brexiteer who said, " Boris Johnson in auto crash at Parliament". Mr Johnson's spokesman confirmed the cost and that the aircraft was in Cambridgeshire for the "pre-planned repainting". (more...)
New virus cases in China, N. Zealand sound pandemic alarm
- June 17, 2020
Until the new outbreak, most of China's recent cases were nationals returning as COVID-19 spread globally. Fearing that progress could unravel, authorities locked down several residential areas and announced new restrictions on Tuesday, with group sports banned, people ordered to wear masks in crowded enclosed spaces, and inter-provincial group tours suspended. (more...)
- June 17, 2020
Until the new outbreak, most of China's recent cases were nationals returning as COVID-19 spread globally. Fearing that progress could unravel, authorities locked down several residential areas and announced new restrictions on Tuesday, with group sports banned, people ordered to wear masks in crowded enclosed spaces, and inter-provincial group tours suspended. (more...)
Entire south Florida SWAT team resigns after officials kneel with protesters
- June 17, 2020
Ten users of a South Florida law enforcement department's SWAT team have resigned from the staff, citing protection problems and nearby officials' "disdain" for the unit. The case of wrongful death filed by Bowe's family later resulted in a $425,000 settlement with the city. The letter and resignations came as police officers across the US were facing a high level of scrutiny and criticism along with the defund and disband movement making it's way across America. (more...)
- June 17, 2020
Ten users of a South Florida law enforcement department's SWAT team have resigned from the staff, citing protection problems and nearby officials' "disdain" for the unit. The case of wrongful death filed by Bowe's family later resulted in a $425,000 settlement with the city. The letter and resignations came as police officers across the US were facing a high level of scrutiny and criticism along with the defund and disband movement making it's way across America. (more...)
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