World
Trump Touts Border Wall as Biden Threatens to Halt Construction
- January 12, 2021
Trump is expected to emerge from seclusion Tuesday and travel to Alamo, Tex., where he plans to tour a section of border wall and deliver remarks on immigration, an issue the White House considers a significant part of his legacy. Over the last four years, Trump and his administration have taken extreme - and often unlawful - action to try to curb both illegal and legal immigration. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
Trump is expected to emerge from seclusion Tuesday and travel to Alamo, Tex., where he plans to tour a section of border wall and deliver remarks on immigration, an issue the White House considers a significant part of his legacy. Over the last four years, Trump and his administration have taken extreme - and often unlawful - action to try to curb both illegal and legal immigration. (more...)
Malaysia declares Covid state of emergency amid political challenges
- January 12, 2021
On how the Emergency will affect Sarawak's coming state election, Dr Jayum pointed out that the answer is already given by the prime minister in his live address to the nation, in his explanation of the Emergency that has been assented to by His Majesty the King, with the knowledge of the Conference of Rulers. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
On how the Emergency will affect Sarawak's coming state election, Dr Jayum pointed out that the answer is already given by the prime minister in his live address to the nation, in his explanation of the Emergency that has been assented to by His Majesty the King, with the knowledge of the Conference of Rulers. (more...)
Supreme Court Puts On Hold 3 Farm Laws, Forms Committee For Talks
- January 12, 2021
We are proposing a committee to look into the laws and hear out the grievances . "Whether you have faith or not, we are the Supreme Court of India, we will do our job, it told the farmer unions". Why can't they be allowed to go there? he said. "Who is going to be responsible for bloodshed?" They have been sitting in protest at the national capital for the last month. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
We are proposing a committee to look into the laws and hear out the grievances . "Whether you have faith or not, we are the Supreme Court of India, we will do our job, it told the farmer unions". Why can't they be allowed to go there? he said. "Who is going to be responsible for bloodshed?" They have been sitting in protest at the national capital for the last month. (more...)
Malaysian King Declares State of Emergency Amid Rising COVID-19 Infections
- January 12, 2021
Al-Sultan Abdullah today proclaimed an emergency that will be enforced until Aug 1 as a proactive measure to contain the worsening Covid-19 pandemic in the country. But critics expressed worries that the declaration - rarely used in Malaysia - was a gambit to cling to power by Muhyiddin that could erode civil liberties. (more...)
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- January 12, 2021
Al-Sultan Abdullah today proclaimed an emergency that will be enforced until Aug 1 as a proactive measure to contain the worsening Covid-19 pandemic in the country. But critics expressed worries that the declaration - rarely used in Malaysia - was a gambit to cling to power by Muhyiddin that could erode civil liberties. (more...)
President Ramaphosa Addresses The Nation
- January 12, 2021
The address follows meetings in recent days of the National Coronavirus Command Council, the President's Coordinating Council and Cabinet. He also announced that land ports of entry into the country would be closed, including Beitbridge . (more...)
- January 12, 2021
The address follows meetings in recent days of the National Coronavirus Command Council, the President's Coordinating Council and Cabinet. He also announced that land ports of entry into the country would be closed, including Beitbridge . (more...)
Australia, US, UK, Canada criticise Hong Kong mass arrests
- January 12, 2021
In a joint statement with the foreign ministers of Canada, the United Kingdom and the US, Australia's Marise Payne said the law is a clear breach of the Sino-British Joint Declaration and undermines the "One Country, Two Systems" framework. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
In a joint statement with the foreign ministers of Canada, the United Kingdom and the US, Australia's Marise Payne said the law is a clear breach of the Sino-British Joint Declaration and undermines the "One Country, Two Systems" framework. (more...)
Reversing Course, China Now Says WHO COVID Investigators Can Enter Country Thursday
- January 12, 2021
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus expressed disappointment last week over delays, saying that members of the global scientific team departing from their home countries had already started on their trip as part of an arrangement between the WHO and the Chinese government. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus expressed disappointment last week over delays, saying that members of the global scientific team departing from their home countries had already started on their trip as part of an arrangement between the WHO and the Chinese government. (more...)
Wuhan figure three times higher than actual: Chinese study
- January 12, 2021
A nurse carries boxes of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine, developed by Sinopharm's China National Biotec Group (CNBG), at a hospital in Nanchang, Jiangxi province, China January 6, 2021. Patients with more severe illness commonly had reduced lung function, with 56 per cent of those who required ventilation support experiencing reduced flow of oxygen from the lungs to the bloodstream. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
A nurse carries boxes of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine, developed by Sinopharm's China National Biotec Group (CNBG), at a hospital in Nanchang, Jiangxi province, China January 6, 2021. Patients with more severe illness commonly had reduced lung function, with 56 per cent of those who required ventilation support experiencing reduced flow of oxygen from the lungs to the bloodstream. (more...)
More Charged In Capitol Break-In, Including Men Identified In Viral Images
- January 12, 2021
Christopher Alberts of Maryland- charged with carrying or having readily accessible firearm and ammunition on the grounds of the United States Capitol Building. The Department of Justice announced charges against 13 Capitol riot-related defendants on Friday, including a West Virginia lawmaker and a man who entered House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's office and sat at a staff member's desk. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
Christopher Alberts of Maryland- charged with carrying or having readily accessible firearm and ammunition on the grounds of the United States Capitol Building. The Department of Justice announced charges against 13 Capitol riot-related defendants on Friday, including a West Virginia lawmaker and a man who entered House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's office and sat at a staff member's desk. (more...)
African Union announces failure of latest talks on Ethiopia's Nile Dam
- January 12, 2021
Egypt and Sudan call for a legally binding agreement on the dam's filling and operation, while Ethiopia insists on guidelines. Egypt's Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shouky and Minister of Irrigation and Water Sources Mohamed Abdel-Ati participated in the video conference talks. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
Egypt and Sudan call for a legally binding agreement on the dam's filling and operation, while Ethiopia insists on guidelines. Egypt's Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shouky and Minister of Irrigation and Water Sources Mohamed Abdel-Ati participated in the video conference talks. (more...)
Federal Bureau of Investigation reportedly warns of planned armed protests at all 50 state capitols
- January 12, 2021
Bowser said the city was submitting a request for a "pre-disaster declaration" to allow for federal assistance. Trump said last week he would not attend Biden's inauguration. Bowser asked Wolf to extend the National Special Security Event period from Monday through January 24. The storming of the Capitol building last week by Trump supporters delayed the certification of Biden's election victory. (more...)
- January 12, 2021
Bowser said the city was submitting a request for a "pre-disaster declaration" to allow for federal assistance. Trump said last week he would not attend Biden's inauguration. Bowser asked Wolf to extend the National Special Security Event period from Monday through January 24. The storming of the Capitol building last week by Trump supporters delayed the certification of Biden's election victory. (more...)
'Salacious gossip': Melania Trump's blistering statement five days after U.S. riots
- January 12, 2021
Five people were killed after Mr Trump urged supporters to "fight" his election defeat. Melania has finally broken her silence on the attacks saying she "absolutely condemns the violence". In her speech, she condemned the riots and said: "Violence is never acceptable". " You are the people who continue to make the United States of America what it is, and who have the incredible responsibility of preparing our future generations to leave everything better than they found it". (more...)
- January 12, 2021
Five people were killed after Mr Trump urged supporters to "fight" his election defeat. Melania has finally broken her silence on the attacks saying she "absolutely condemns the violence". In her speech, she condemned the riots and said: "Violence is never acceptable". " You are the people who continue to make the United States of America what it is, and who have the incredible responsibility of preparing our future generations to leave everything better than they found it". (more...)
US re-designates Cuba as state sponsor of terrorism
- January 12, 2021
With nine days left in office, President Donald Trump's administration pointed to Cuba's ties with Colombian rebels and Venezuela's leftist government and its welcome to several United States fugitives. The Obama administration unveiled sweeping changes in U.S. -Cuba policy in 2014, expanding trade with the regime, easing travel restrictions and paving the way for an exchange of embassies in Havana and Washington . (more...)
- January 12, 2021
With nine days left in office, President Donald Trump's administration pointed to Cuba's ties with Colombian rebels and Venezuela's leftist government and its welcome to several United States fugitives. The Obama administration unveiled sweeping changes in U.S. -Cuba policy in 2014, expanding trade with the regime, easing travel restrictions and paving the way for an exchange of embassies in Havana and Washington . (more...)
Merkel finds Twitter halt of Trump account 'problematic'
- January 11, 2021
German Chancellor Angela Merkel had said she was "furious and saddened" by the storming of the US Capitol by Donald Trump's supporters. Still, "The German government is convinced that social network operators bear a very high level of responsibility. (more...)
- January 11, 2021
German Chancellor Angela Merkel had said she was "furious and saddened" by the storming of the US Capitol by Donald Trump's supporters. Still, "The German government is convinced that social network operators bear a very high level of responsibility. (more...)
Biden taps career diplomat William Burns as Central Intelligence Agency chief
- January 11, 2021
If confirmed by the Senate, he would be the first career diplomat in the post. Trump expressed skepticism about intelligence and frequently disparaged the assessments of US spy agencies, especially about Russia's interference in the 2016 election to help his campaign. (more...)
- January 11, 2021
If confirmed by the Senate, he would be the first career diplomat in the post. Trump expressed skepticism about intelligence and frequently disparaged the assessments of US spy agencies, especially about Russia's interference in the 2016 election to help his campaign. (more...)
Aid group: United States terrorism designation for Yemen rebels a blow
- January 11, 2021
President Donald Trump has taken a tough line on Cuba and rolled back numerous sanctions that the Obama administration had eased or lifted as part of a broader rapprochement with the communist island. Pompeo insisted that the designations - which will come into effect a day before Biden takes office on January 19 - will not impact relief work. Tens of thousands of people, mostly civilians, have been killed and millions displaced in Yemen's war, with most of the nation dependent on some form ... (more...)
- January 11, 2021
President Donald Trump has taken a tough line on Cuba and rolled back numerous sanctions that the Obama administration had eased or lifted as part of a broader rapprochement with the communist island. Pompeo insisted that the designations - which will come into effect a day before Biden takes office on January 19 - will not impact relief work. Tens of thousands of people, mostly civilians, have been killed and millions displaced in Yemen's war, with most of the nation dependent on some form ... (more...)
Emergency plan activated at Cork port due to major fire
- January 11, 2021
Emergency services remain at the scene to monitor the area but there have been no reports of any casualties. "Due to the nature of this incident, this will be an ongoing process and Cork County Council would again like to reassure members of the public that all operations are being undertaken in a highly controlled manner". (more...)
- January 11, 2021
Emergency services remain at the scene to monitor the area but there have been no reports of any casualties. "Due to the nature of this incident, this will be an ongoing process and Cork County Council would again like to reassure members of the public that all operations are being undertaken in a highly controlled manner". (more...)
Dominion Voting Systems files defamation lawsuit against Trump lawyer Sidney Powell
- January 11, 2021
Dominion wants $1.3 billion in compensatory and punitive damages from Powell , who did not respond to TPM's request for comment. Dominion told the court that "there are mountains of direct evidence that conclusively disprove Powell's vote manipulation claims", because "i$3 ts systems are certified under standards promulgated by the U.S. (more...)
- January 11, 2021
Dominion wants $1.3 billion in compensatory and punitive damages from Powell , who did not respond to TPM's request for comment. Dominion told the court that "there are mountains of direct evidence that conclusively disprove Powell's vote manipulation claims", because "i$3 ts systems are certified under standards promulgated by the U.S. (more...)
DOJ charges 2 men in connection with Capitol riot
- January 11, 2021
People on the internet, from reporters to volunteer researchers and amateur sleuths, have been racing to identify people who were photographed inside the Capitol, including several people who were equipped with more than conspiracy theories about the presidential election. (more...)
- January 11, 2021
People on the internet, from reporters to volunteer researchers and amateur sleuths, have been racing to identify people who were photographed inside the Capitol, including several people who were equipped with more than conspiracy theories about the presidential election. (more...)
Man seen carrying Nancy Pelosi's lectern during Capitol riot arrested in Florida
- January 11, 2021
Jacob Anthony Chansley, who was reportedly the man seen in photos dressed in horns, a bearskin headdress and face makeup, was taken into custody on Saturday, the statement said. In one picture, his arms are spread wide while confronting a police officer. Complaints had already been filed against others, but remained under seal. (more...)
- January 11, 2021
Jacob Anthony Chansley, who was reportedly the man seen in photos dressed in horns, a bearskin headdress and face makeup, was taken into custody on Saturday, the statement said. In one picture, his arms are spread wide while confronting a police officer. Complaints had already been filed against others, but remained under seal. (more...)
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