World
Obama arrives in Hangzhou for G-20 summit
- Сентября 03, 2016
If China doesn't, he said, "there will be consequences". But with public finances still weak in many countries, there has been little major action to spur growth. Heads of the five countries will also be meeting in Goa next month during the BRICS summit to work more coordinated strategy in the face of global economic slowdown and to counter protectionist measures. (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
If China doesn't, he said, "there will be consequences". But with public finances still weak in many countries, there has been little major action to spur growth. Heads of the five countries will also be meeting in Goa next month during the BRICS summit to work more coordinated strategy in the face of global economic slowdown and to counter protectionist measures. (more...)
Thumbs-up for Brady at practice
- Сентября 03, 2016
Brady also explained what happened to him before last Thursday's preseason game, saying that slicing his right thumb was a "silly mistake". "I was ready to go, had everything on, and I was just trying to get something out of my shoe", he said. (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
Brady also explained what happened to him before last Thursday's preseason game, saying that slicing his right thumb was a "silly mistake". "I was ready to go, had everything on, and I was just trying to get something out of my shoe", he said. (more...)
Hermine is 1st hurricane to hit Florida coast in a decade
- Сентября 03, 2016
The system could then lash coastal areas as far north as CT and Rhode Island through Labor Day . In Wakulla County, south of Tallahassee, a couple suffered minor injuries during the storm when they drove into a tree that had fallen in the road, County Administrator Dustin Hinkel said early Friday . (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
The system could then lash coastal areas as far north as CT and Rhode Island through Labor Day . In Wakulla County, south of Tallahassee, a couple suffered minor injuries during the storm when they drove into a tree that had fallen in the road, County Administrator Dustin Hinkel said early Friday . (more...)
House Republicans find success separating from Trump
- Сентября 03, 2016
That may sound absurd given the Democratic nominee's baggage and wide unpopularity. Clinton is outspending Trump in every state by wide margins. As of last Friday, the separate Reuters/Ipsos States of the Nation polling project estimated Clinton was on track to win the Electoral College, by about 332 votes to 206. (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
That may sound absurd given the Democratic nominee's baggage and wide unpopularity. Clinton is outspending Trump in every state by wide margins. As of last Friday, the separate Reuters/Ipsos States of the Nation polling project estimated Clinton was on track to win the Electoral College, by about 332 votes to 206. (more...)
USA trade deal talks face headwinds in Europe
- Сентября 03, 2016
The European Commission and USA negotiators began work on the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership in 2013, aiming to create the world's biggest free trade market of 850 million consumers stretching from Hawaii to Lithuania. The deal is now being hammered out by European Union and United States officials. But such a damning verdict from a leading official in Europe's biggest economy is likely to make further talks between the European Union executive and the Obama administration ... (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
The European Commission and USA negotiators began work on the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership in 2013, aiming to create the world's biggest free trade market of 850 million consumers stretching from Hawaii to Lithuania. The deal is now being hammered out by European Union and United States officials. But such a damning verdict from a leading official in Europe's biggest economy is likely to make further talks between the European Union executive and the Obama administration ... (more...)
US, China formally enter climate change deal
- Сентября 03, 2016
The meeting is expected to focus on the fight against global warming, after China on Saturday ratified the Paris climate accord and with the USA tipped to follow suit, taking the pact a giant step forward. Officials said that the summit was a "real opportunity for the Prime Minister to send a clear message to the world's largest economies that Britain will continue to play a bold, confident and outward looking role as Britain leaves the EU". (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
The meeting is expected to focus on the fight against global warming, after China on Saturday ratified the Paris climate accord and with the USA tipped to follow suit, taking the pact a giant step forward. Officials said that the summit was a "real opportunity for the Prime Minister to send a clear message to the world's largest economies that Britain will continue to play a bold, confident and outward looking role as Britain leaves the EU". (more...)
Kerry in Saudi Arabia for Yemen, Syria, Libya talks
- Сентября 03, 2016
She said HRW found evidence that USA -supplied bombs killed 97 civilians, including 25 children, in airstrikes on a market in northwestern Yemen in March. Human Rights Watch and the New York Times editorial board have both come out against the sale. Last week, the medical aid group Doctors Without Borders (MSF), evacuated its staff from six hospitals in the north of the country after a coalition air strike hit a health facility operated by the group, killing 19 people. (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
She said HRW found evidence that USA -supplied bombs killed 97 civilians, including 25 children, in airstrikes on a market in northwestern Yemen in March. Human Rights Watch and the New York Times editorial board have both come out against the sale. Last week, the medical aid group Doctors Without Borders (MSF), evacuated its staff from six hospitals in the north of the country after a coalition air strike hit a health facility operated by the group, killing 19 people. (more...)
US transportation secretary meets with Cuban officials as US-Cuba flights resume
- Сентября 03, 2016
JetBlue Flight 387 took off from Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Wednesday morning and landed in Santa Clara , Cuba to become the first commercial flight in over half a century to complete the journey. The U.S. Department of Transportation announced Wednesday that Tampa International Airport has officially been awarded a flight to Havana, Cuba . When passengers deplaned, they were supposed to be greeted by a reception and remarks from dignitaries, according to ABC. (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
JetBlue Flight 387 took off from Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Wednesday morning and landed in Santa Clara , Cuba to become the first commercial flight in over half a century to complete the journey. The U.S. Department of Transportation announced Wednesday that Tampa International Airport has officially been awarded a flight to Havana, Cuba . When passengers deplaned, they were supposed to be greeted by a reception and remarks from dignitaries, according to ABC. (more...)
Yemen: Death toll in ISIL's Aden bombing rises to 70
- Сентября 03, 2016
A security official gave an initial figure of 11 dead in the auto bombing, which struck a gathering of Yemeni army recruits at the camp. The ISIS through its Amaq News Agency , described the attack as a "martyrdom operation" and said it killed "around 60 people". (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
A security official gave an initial figure of 11 dead in the auto bombing, which struck a gathering of Yemeni army recruits at the camp. The ISIS through its Amaq News Agency , described the attack as a "martyrdom operation" and said it killed "around 60 people". (more...)
Cornell brawl left Ithaca College student dead
- Сентября 03, 2016
The event's goal is to encourage students to take advantage of opportunities off-campus, and to realize all that Ithaca has to offer, according to the press release. "What saddens me the most is he didn't die here in Flatbush, but died away at school", Nazaire's cousin Chanelle Nazaire wrote in a series of Facebook posts Sunday. (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
The event's goal is to encourage students to take advantage of opportunities off-campus, and to realize all that Ithaca has to offer, according to the press release. "What saddens me the most is he didn't die here in Flatbush, but died away at school", Nazaire's cousin Chanelle Nazaire wrote in a series of Facebook posts Sunday. (more...)
There's softening on immigration plans, says Trump
- Сентября 03, 2016
Trump "subsequently said he is looking into seizing assets from Mexican drug kingpins to defray the cost of the wall", Salvia said. He declared in his immigration policy speech Wednesday night that, "Mexico will pay for the wall ... He has shown us from day one who he really is. Only two tickets will be allowed per mobile telephone number and they are available on a first-come, first-served basis. (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
Trump "subsequently said he is looking into seizing assets from Mexican drug kingpins to defray the cost of the wall", Salvia said. He declared in his immigration policy speech Wednesday night that, "Mexico will pay for the wall ... He has shown us from day one who he really is. Only two tickets will be allowed per mobile telephone number and they are available on a first-come, first-served basis. (more...)
Why Clinton says the controversies are behind her
- Сентября 03, 2016
Bernie Sanders, denouncing the phrase as "a racist term". Clinton's use of her public office to pry checks from donors is unethical and may help explain why she wants to keep her many emails hidden from public view. Shortly thereafter, Trump said it was back on. Kaine says he finds it troubling that Trump sometimes seems to want to take advantage of that support. (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
Bernie Sanders, denouncing the phrase as "a racist term". Clinton's use of her public office to pry checks from donors is unethical and may help explain why she wants to keep her many emails hidden from public view. Shortly thereafter, Trump said it was back on. Kaine says he finds it troubling that Trump sometimes seems to want to take advantage of that support. (more...)
There's nothing wrong in Oppn leaders meeting PM Modi: J&K Mehbooba Mufti
- Сентября 03, 2016
Modi had a 75-minute-long meeting with a joint opposition delegation led by former J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah yesterday. Coming down heavily on such elements Mehbooba said "95 per cent of Kashmiris" should not be held to ransom for the misdeeds of just five per cent of bad elements. (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
Modi had a 75-minute-long meeting with a joint opposition delegation led by former J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah yesterday. Coming down heavily on such elements Mehbooba said "95 per cent of Kashmiris" should not be held to ransom for the misdeeds of just five per cent of bad elements. (more...)
Even Putin isn't a fan of United States presidential candidates' tactics
- Сентября 03, 2016
Russian President Vladimir Putin denied this week that Russia had sponsored the hackers who stole emails and documents from the computers of the Democratic National Committee and other USA political institutions, adding that the American public should focus on the content of the leaks rather than searching for who did it. (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
Russian President Vladimir Putin denied this week that Russia had sponsored the hackers who stole emails and documents from the computers of the Democratic National Committee and other USA political institutions, adding that the American public should focus on the content of the leaks rather than searching for who did it. (more...)
Chinese canola import regulations solid until new deal is inked, says minister
- Сентября 03, 2016
President Xi Jinping called for linking China's and Canada's development strategies and promoting a series of "landmark projects", while meeting on Wednesday with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Trudeau's speech also discussed the vast economic potential for both countries across numerous traditional industries like natural resources, but also in newer sectors like clean technology. (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
President Xi Jinping called for linking China's and Canada's development strategies and promoting a series of "landmark projects", while meeting on Wednesday with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Trudeau's speech also discussed the vast economic potential for both countries across numerous traditional industries like natural resources, but also in newer sectors like clean technology. (more...)
President of Uzbekistan in intensive care unit
- Сентября 03, 2016
The message came after reports in some media that Karimov, 78 - the only ruler Uzbekistan has known since gaining independence in 1991 - had died after the brain hemorrhage. "My only request to everyone is to refrain from any speculations, and show respect to our family's right to privacy", she added. The statement posted on Instagram by his daughter, Lola Karimova, has sparked debate over how a power transition might work in a country that Karimov has ruled as his personal fiefdom for 27 ... (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
The message came after reports in some media that Karimov, 78 - the only ruler Uzbekistan has known since gaining independence in 1991 - had died after the brain hemorrhage. "My only request to everyone is to refrain from any speculations, and show respect to our family's right to privacy", she added. The statement posted on Instagram by his daughter, Lola Karimova, has sparked debate over how a power transition might work in a country that Karimov has ruled as his personal fiefdom for 27 ... (more...)
15 killed and 70 injured in bomb attack in Phillipines
- Сентября 03, 2016
The explosion went off at about 10.30 p.m.at a market outside the Marco Polo hotel, a place Duterte visits often and used for meetings during a campaign for a May election that he won by a huge margin. "For the city government side, we are working on that it is an Abu Sayyaf retaliation", Davao city mayor Sara Duterte , who is also the president's daughter, told CNN Philippines. (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
The explosion went off at about 10.30 p.m.at a market outside the Marco Polo hotel, a place Duterte visits often and used for meetings during a campaign for a May election that he won by a huge margin. "For the city government side, we are working on that it is an Abu Sayyaf retaliation", Davao city mayor Sara Duterte , who is also the president's daughter, told CNN Philippines. (more...)
New Yemen peace plan set
- Сентября 03, 2016
Jubeir said that the U.N. Special Envoy to Yemen Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed would work with Yemeni parties towards taking the nation "out of the current situation and focus on the reconstructions". On Yemen , a senior State Department official said, Kerry wants "to share ideas and initiatives for getting the political discussions back on track and trying to get a political solution". (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
Jubeir said that the U.N. Special Envoy to Yemen Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed would work with Yemeni parties towards taking the nation "out of the current situation and focus on the reconstructions". On Yemen , a senior State Department official said, Kerry wants "to share ideas and initiatives for getting the political discussions back on track and trying to get a political solution". (more...)
Georgetown Offers Preference For Slave Descendants
- Сентября 03, 2016
The 1838 sale - worth some $3.3 million in today's dollars - was organized by two of the college's early presidents. Almost two centuries after Georgetown University profited from the sale of 272 slaves, it will embark on a series of steps to atone for the past, including awarding preferential status in the admissions process to descendants of the enslaved, officials said Wednesday. (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
The 1838 sale - worth some $3.3 million in today's dollars - was organized by two of the college's early presidents. Almost two centuries after Georgetown University profited from the sale of 272 slaves, it will embark on a series of steps to atone for the past, including awarding preferential status in the admissions process to descendants of the enslaved, officials said Wednesday. (more...)
Tropical Depression 9 could become hurricane before reaching Florida
- Сентября 03, 2016
Because of the significant probability to see strong gusts, Tropical Storm watches are in effect for Big Bend counties, and there is also a slight possibility that the depression could reach hurricane status before landfall. A Tropical Storm Warning means that tropical storm conditions are expected somewhere within the warning area within 36 hours. "This will certainly change", said First Alert Meteorologist Tim Miller. (more...)
- Сентября 03, 2016
Because of the significant probability to see strong gusts, Tropical Storm watches are in effect for Big Bend counties, and there is also a slight possibility that the depression could reach hurricane status before landfall. A Tropical Storm Warning means that tropical storm conditions are expected somewhere within the warning area within 36 hours. "This will certainly change", said First Alert Meteorologist Tim Miller. (more...)