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Former UK minister Johnson doesn't rule out challenging May
- September 30, 2018
Johnson's draft also omits that he had ostensibly signed up not just to the December agreement on the Irish border backstop, future payments, and European Union citizens' rights, but also - for a week at least - to Theresa May's Chequers proposal. (more...)
- September 30, 2018
Johnson's draft also omits that he had ostensibly signed up not just to the December agreement on the Irish border backstop, future payments, and European Union citizens' rights, but also - for a week at least - to Theresa May's Chequers proposal. (more...)
Egypt Sends Actress to Jail for Spreading ‘Fake News’ Over Sexual Harassment
- September 30, 2018
Her lawyer Doaa Mustafa said they would challenge the court's decision. Fathy was arrested in May, days after she posted a 12-minute Facebook video expressing her anger at poor public services at a local bank, sexual harassment by a taxi driver, and over a general deterioration in living conditions in the country. (more...)
- September 30, 2018
Her lawyer Doaa Mustafa said they would challenge the court's decision. Fathy was arrested in May, days after she posted a 12-minute Facebook video expressing her anger at poor public services at a local bank, sexual harassment by a taxi driver, and over a general deterioration in living conditions in the country. (more...)
Third Russian identified as suspect in United Kingdom nerve agent attack
- September 30, 2018
The investigative journalism consortium Bellingcat , along with the news-site The Insider, say they have identified the decorated veteran, who used the alias Ruslan Boshirov, by trawling through open-source records of the graduates of Russian military academies and then matching his photograph. (more...)
- September 30, 2018
The investigative journalism consortium Bellingcat , along with the news-site The Insider, say they have identified the decorated veteran, who used the alias Ruslan Boshirov, by trawling through open-source records of the graduates of Russian military academies and then matching his photograph. (more...)
Trump claims that women like what Republicans are doing with Brett Kavanaugh
- September 30, 2018
During the 2016 presidential campaign, at least 15 women accused Trump of misbehavior ranging from sexual harassment and sexual assault to lewd behavior around women. On Twitter , President Donald Trump posted: "I have no doubt that, if the attack on Dr. Ford was as bad as she says, charges would have been immediately filed with local Law Enforcement Authorities by either her or her loving parents". (more...)
- September 30, 2018
During the 2016 presidential campaign, at least 15 women accused Trump of misbehavior ranging from sexual harassment and sexual assault to lewd behavior around women. On Twitter , President Donald Trump posted: "I have no doubt that, if the attack on Dr. Ford was as bad as she says, charges would have been immediately filed with local Law Enforcement Authorities by either her or her loving parents". (more...)
Two 'fallen heroes,' suspect identified in early morning shootout in Mississippi
- September 30, 2018
Upon the officers' arrival at the scene, there was an exchange of gunfire between them and one or more suspects, Brookhaven police said in a news conference. Law enforcement agents secure the scene of a shooting in Brookhaven, Miss ., where two police officers were killed Saturday morning, September 29, 2018. (more...)
- September 30, 2018
Upon the officers' arrival at the scene, there was an exchange of gunfire between them and one or more suspects, Brookhaven police said in a news conference. Law enforcement agents secure the scene of a shooting in Brookhaven, Miss ., where two police officers were killed Saturday morning, September 29, 2018. (more...)
Democrats In Congress Can Sue Trump Over Constitution's Emoluments Clause: Judge
- September 30, 2018
The foreign emoluments clause prohibits payments from foreign governments, which it says can not be accepted "without the consent of Congress". U.S. That case, however, is only limited to earnings Trump has received from the Trump International Hotel, which opened in Washington in September 2016. The Trump Organization did not immediately respond to a request for comment. (more...)
- September 30, 2018
The foreign emoluments clause prohibits payments from foreign governments, which it says can not be accepted "without the consent of Congress". U.S. That case, however, is only limited to earnings Trump has received from the Trump International Hotel, which opened in Washington in September 2016. The Trump Organization did not immediately respond to a request for comment. (more...)
Johnson blasts May's 'deranged' Brexit plan ahead of Conservative conference
- September 30, 2018
And former Brexit secretary David Davis, who quit Mrs May's Cabinet along with Mr Johnson in protest at the Chequers plan, was dismissive of his fellow Leaver's proposals on housing and a bridge to Ireland. The Conservative leader arrived in Birmingham, central England, only days after the European Union rejected her plan for close trade links after Brexit and demanded a rethink before a summit in mid-October. (more...)
- September 30, 2018
And former Brexit secretary David Davis, who quit Mrs May's Cabinet along with Mr Johnson in protest at the Chequers plan, was dismissive of his fellow Leaver's proposals on housing and a bridge to Ireland. The Conservative leader arrived in Birmingham, central England, only days after the European Union rejected her plan for close trade links after Brexit and demanded a rethink before a summit in mid-October. (more...)
Search underway after ME skydiver falls from parachute
- September 30, 2018
Skydive New England instructor Brett Bickford, 41, went missing during a tandem jump at 2pm on Thursday where he somehow detached from his student without a parachute. The Maine State Police, Maine Warden Service and members from search and rescue squads were all searching for Bickford on Friday. Authorities suspended the search around 9 p.m. (more...)
- September 30, 2018
Skydive New England instructor Brett Bickford, 41, went missing during a tandem jump at 2pm on Thursday where he somehow detached from his student without a parachute. The Maine State Police, Maine Warden Service and members from search and rescue squads were all searching for Bickford on Friday. Authorities suspended the search around 9 p.m. (more...)
Sulawesi hit by major earthquake, tsunami
- September 30, 2018
Smartphone video posted to Twitter captured a powerful wave hitting the provincial capital, Palu, as people screamed and ran in fear. "The situation is chaotic, people are running on the streets and buildings collapsed", Dwikorita Karnawati, head Indonesia's meteorology and geophysics agency , BMKG, told the BBC . (more...)
- September 30, 2018
Smartphone video posted to Twitter captured a powerful wave hitting the provincial capital, Palu, as people screamed and ran in fear. "The situation is chaotic, people are running on the streets and buildings collapsed", Dwikorita Karnawati, head Indonesia's meteorology and geophysics agency , BMKG, told the BBC . (more...)
White House Won’t Allow FBI Probe of Julie Swetnick’s Accusations Against Kavanaugh
- September 30, 2018
The reopened FBI investigation into Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh is "a blessing in disguise", President Trump said Saturday - insisting he is not contemplating a replacement for his embattled would-be associate justice. Swetnick's lawyer Michael Avenatti issued a fiery tweet in response. A constituent contacted the office of Sen. "Sheldon Whitehouse alleging that Kavanaugh had sexually assaulted an acquaintance on a boat in Newport, Rhode Island, in 1985, but Grassley said ... (more...)
- September 30, 2018
The reopened FBI investigation into Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh is "a blessing in disguise", President Trump said Saturday - insisting he is not contemplating a replacement for his embattled would-be associate justice. Swetnick's lawyer Michael Avenatti issued a fiery tweet in response. A constituent contacted the office of Sen. "Sheldon Whitehouse alleging that Kavanaugh had sexually assaulted an acquaintance on a boat in Newport, Rhode Island, in 1985, but Grassley said ... (more...)
Amal Clooney Appeals to Suu Kyi for Reporters’ Release
- September 30, 2018
They had been working on a Reuters investigation into the killing of 10 Rohingya Muslim men and boys by security forces and local Buddhists in western Myanmar's Rakhine state during an army crackdown that began in August previous year. She said Suu Kyi had once "allowed young people to hope for a free Myanmar that respected the rule of law", The Guardian reported. "She holds the key": Amal Clooney on Aung San Suu Kyi . (more...)
- September 30, 2018
They had been working on a Reuters investigation into the killing of 10 Rohingya Muslim men and boys by security forces and local Buddhists in western Myanmar's Rakhine state during an army crackdown that began in August previous year. She said Suu Kyi had once "allowed young people to hope for a free Myanmar that respected the rule of law", The Guardian reported. "She holds the key": Amal Clooney on Aung San Suu Kyi . (more...)
What the FBI's investigation into Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh will entail
- September 30, 2018
The Senate Judiciary Committee voted Friday morning delay their vote on the Supreme Court nomination of Brett Kavanaugh until 1:30 p.m. ET. Following Ford's testimony, Kavanaugh vigorously denied the allegations before the committee and accused Democrats of launching a last-minute attempt to derail his nomination. (more...)
- September 30, 2018
The Senate Judiciary Committee voted Friday morning delay their vote on the Supreme Court nomination of Brett Kavanaugh until 1:30 p.m. ET. Following Ford's testimony, Kavanaugh vigorously denied the allegations before the committee and accused Democrats of launching a last-minute attempt to derail his nomination. (more...)
'We fell in love:' Trump swoons over letters from North Korea's Kim
- September 30, 2018
But the Trump Administration has said that sanctions should stay in place until North Korea denuclearises. North Korea's foreign minister said Saturday that his government would not denuclearize before it has sufficient trust in the United States. (more...)
- September 30, 2018
But the Trump Administration has said that sanctions should stay in place until North Korea denuclearises. North Korea's foreign minister said Saturday that his government would not denuclearize before it has sufficient trust in the United States. (more...)
Judiciary Refers Potential False Allegations Against Kavanaugh For Criminal Investigation
- September 30, 2018
NBC and the Journal had reported Saturday that a White House official had stated that the FBI would investigate the claims against Kavanaugh made by accusers Ford and Deborah Ramirez, but would not examine the claims made by Julie Swetnick, who like the others had asserted that Kavanaugh engaged in sexual misconduct during his high school years. (more...)
- September 30, 2018
NBC and the Journal had reported Saturday that a White House official had stated that the FBI would investigate the claims against Kavanaugh made by accusers Ford and Deborah Ramirez, but would not examine the claims made by Julie Swetnick, who like the others had asserted that Kavanaugh engaged in sexual misconduct during his high school years. (more...)
Kavanaughs second accuser Ramirez contacted by Federal Bureau of Investigation: lawyer
- September 30, 2018
Keyser does not know Mr. Kavanaugh and she has no recollection of ever being at a party or gathering where he was present, with, or without, Dr. Ford", her attorney initially said . In reaching out to Ramirez, the FBI is indicating that it may be considering all the allegations against Kavanaugh in their investigation - not just those leveled by Ford. (more...)
- September 30, 2018
Keyser does not know Mr. Kavanaugh and she has no recollection of ever being at a party or gathering where he was present, with, or without, Dr. Ford", her attorney initially said . In reaching out to Ramirez, the FBI is indicating that it may be considering all the allegations against Kavanaugh in their investigation - not just those leveled by Ford. (more...)
Markets unnerved by questions around Italy's public finances
- September 30, 2018
Analysts cast doubt on Di Maio's claim, however, with consultants at Bologna-based Prometeia saying that "bringing the deficit up to 2.4 percent of GDP over the next three years may well have zero impact on growth". The EU executive is not the government's only concern. Italy will send its budget proposal to the European Commission by mid-October. The rate of return to investors on 10-year Italian government bonds shot to 3.084 percent from 2.888 percent at the end of trading Thursday on ... (more...)
- September 30, 2018
Analysts cast doubt on Di Maio's claim, however, with consultants at Bologna-based Prometeia saying that "bringing the deficit up to 2.4 percent of GDP over the next three years may well have zero impact on growth". The EU executive is not the government's only concern. Italy will send its budget proposal to the European Commission by mid-October. The rate of return to investors on 10-year Italian government bonds shot to 3.084 percent from 2.888 percent at the end of trading Thursday on ... (more...)
Syria foreign minister tells United Nations country is ready for refugee return
- September 30, 2018
Meeting on the sidelines of the annual UN General Assembly, foreign ministers from the US, Egypt, France, Germany, Jordan, Britain and Saudi Arabia called on de Mistura to convene the constitutional committee and report back on progress in October. (more...)
- September 30, 2018
Meeting on the sidelines of the annual UN General Assembly, foreign ministers from the US, Egypt, France, Germany, Jordan, Britain and Saudi Arabia called on de Mistura to convene the constitutional committee and report back on progress in October. (more...)
Typhoon bears down on Japan, areas hit by previous storm
- September 30, 2018
Typhoon Trami is expected to make landfall in western Japan and rip through the country's eastern and northern areas by Monday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said, urging people to stay indoors. Typhoon Trami is lashing the south of Japan, causing travel chaos, power outages and injuries. In Okinawa, where a gubernatorial election is scheduled for Sunday, more than half of the municipalities have chose to close their early voting stations due to stormy conditions, the prefectural election ... (more...)
- September 30, 2018
Typhoon Trami is expected to make landfall in western Japan and rip through the country's eastern and northern areas by Monday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said, urging people to stay indoors. Typhoon Trami is lashing the south of Japan, causing travel chaos, power outages and injuries. In Okinawa, where a gubernatorial election is scheduled for Sunday, more than half of the municipalities have chose to close their early voting stations due to stormy conditions, the prefectural election ... (more...)
Trump Holds MAGA Rally in West Virginia
- September 30, 2018
At least two other women have also accused Kavanaugh of sexual misconduct. The federal appeals court judge denies the allegations. Morrisey said it's an honor to have President Trump's support, because he knows a conservative is needed in the Senate to fight for the "Make America Great Again" agenda. (more...)
- September 30, 2018
At least two other women have also accused Kavanaugh of sexual misconduct. The federal appeals court judge denies the allegations. Morrisey said it's an honor to have President Trump's support, because he knows a conservative is needed in the Senate to fight for the "Make America Great Again" agenda. (more...)
Super Typhoon Trami Takes Aim at Japan
- September 30, 2018
Epic scale of "unstoppable" storm as seen from space (PHOTOS) Jaw-dropping photos of Super Typhoon Trami have been captured by astronaut Alexander Gerst from his unique vantage point high above the earth, aboard the International Space Station (ISS). (more...)
- September 30, 2018
Epic scale of "unstoppable" storm as seen from space (PHOTOS) Jaw-dropping photos of Super Typhoon Trami have been captured by astronaut Alexander Gerst from his unique vantage point high above the earth, aboard the International Space Station (ISS). (more...)
Brett Kavanaugh’s Friend, Mark Judge, Says He Will Cooperate With Investigators
- September 30, 2018
Judge went on to say that he has "never spiked punch to get anyone drunk or disoriented". Friday evening's procedural motion means the Senate will officially be considering Kavanaugh's nomination while the FBI investigates sexual assault allegations against the judge. (more...)
- September 30, 2018
Judge went on to say that he has "never spiked punch to get anyone drunk or disoriented". Friday evening's procedural motion means the Senate will officially be considering Kavanaugh's nomination while the FBI investigates sexual assault allegations against the judge. (more...)
Teenage Boy Attacked by Shark at Southern California Beach
- September 30, 2018
A teenage boy has been bitten by a shark at a Southern California beach. Video from the scene showed a helicopter ambulance landing on the beach. A witness who knew the victim told Fox 5 that the youngster was on a diving trip. "And his whole clavicle's ripped open; you could see the ball and socket joint and everything". Hammel said the shark continued to follow them as they headed toward land on the kayak. (more...)
- September 30, 2018
A teenage boy has been bitten by a shark at a Southern California beach. Video from the scene showed a helicopter ambulance landing on the beach. A witness who knew the victim told Fox 5 that the youngster was on a diving trip. "And his whole clavicle's ripped open; you could see the ball and socket joint and everything". Hammel said the shark continued to follow them as they headed toward land on the kayak. (more...)
Death toll of quake and tsunami in Indonesia hits at least 384
- September 30, 2018
In December 2004, a massive magnitude 9.1 quake off Sumatra island in western Indonesia triggered a tsunami that killed 230,000 people in a dozen countries. Residents of Palu, who sought safety on roofs and balconies, shared footage of the devastating wave as it hit the city. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong wrote he was "deeply saddened" to hear about the earthquakes and tsunami that struck Donggala and Palu. (more...)
- September 30, 2018
In December 2004, a massive magnitude 9.1 quake off Sumatra island in western Indonesia triggered a tsunami that killed 230,000 people in a dozen countries. Residents of Palu, who sought safety on roofs and balconies, shared footage of the devastating wave as it hit the city. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong wrote he was "deeply saddened" to hear about the earthquakes and tsunami that struck Donggala and Palu. (more...)
War with India not an option, says Qureshi
- September 29, 2018
Responding to question about the state of US-Pakistan relations, he said, "I'm here to reconnect". We believe that talks are only rational means to resolve the most complex of disputes. Qureshi said he saw that there was this thinking in the meeting that "if we have to achieve something from this forum we have to move forward". In an interview to BBC Urdu , US Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asian Affairs Alice Wells said that peace in South Asia was key to the ... (more...)
- September 29, 2018
Responding to question about the state of US-Pakistan relations, he said, "I'm here to reconnect". We believe that talks are only rational means to resolve the most complex of disputes. Qureshi said he saw that there was this thinking in the meeting that "if we have to achieve something from this forum we have to move forward". In an interview to BBC Urdu , US Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asian Affairs Alice Wells said that peace in South Asia was key to the ... (more...)
Diplomats evacuated from U.S. consulate in Iraq because of Iranian-backed violence
- September 29, 2018
The US decision comes amid growing tensions with Iran , after President Donald Trump re-instated economic sanctions on Tehran following the US withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal. Although some personnel could remain on the diplomatic compound, the move is believed to effectively close the consulate, at least temporarily. At the United Nations this week, the two sides taunted each other, with Mr Trump's national security adviser, John Bolton, warning Iran there would be "Hell to pay" if ... (more...)
- September 29, 2018
The US decision comes amid growing tensions with Iran , after President Donald Trump re-instated economic sanctions on Tehran following the US withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal. Although some personnel could remain on the diplomatic compound, the move is believed to effectively close the consulate, at least temporarily. At the United Nations this week, the two sides taunted each other, with Mr Trump's national security adviser, John Bolton, warning Iran there would be "Hell to pay" if ... (more...)
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