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Companies cut ties with the NRA
- February 24, 2018
But after NRA spokeswoman Dana Loesch was jeered by thousands of people over gun control at a CNN-sponsored town hall on Wednesday in Florida, she and the top NRA official not only appeared at CPAC Thursday, but they went on the attack ― blasting Democrats, the media, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation over its failure to act on tips that may have stopped the shooter in Parkland. (more...)
- February 24, 2018
But after NRA spokeswoman Dana Loesch was jeered by thousands of people over gun control at a CNN-sponsored town hall on Wednesday in Florida, she and the top NRA official not only appeared at CPAC Thursday, but they went on the attack ― blasting Democrats, the media, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation over its failure to act on tips that may have stopped the shooter in Parkland. (more...)
Ivanka Trump says visit to Korea is to reaffirm 'commitment' to ally
- February 24, 2018
A high-level North Korean delegation will also attend Sunday's Olympic closing ceremony, but the South Korean government said it's unlikely that Ivanka Trump will meet the North Koreans. Moon said. On Saturday, Trump, described by the White House as a "winter sports enthusiast", will head to Pyeongchang to watch American athletes compete. (more...)
- February 24, 2018
A high-level North Korean delegation will also attend Sunday's Olympic closing ceremony, but the South Korean government said it's unlikely that Ivanka Trump will meet the North Koreans. Moon said. On Saturday, Trump, described by the White House as a "winter sports enthusiast", will head to Pyeongchang to watch American athletes compete. (more...)
Parkland students travel to Tallahassee to urge lawmakers to change gun laws
- February 24, 2018
The sign was penned after the Florida House voted 36-71 to reject a proposed motion to take up a bill that would ban assault rifles, "effectively killing the measure for this session", according to the Associated Press. The main difference, he said, was that officers thought they were going to confront the gunman. The figure of 18 shootings originated with that group. (more...)
- February 24, 2018
The sign was penned after the Florida House voted 36-71 to reject a proposed motion to take up a bill that would ban assault rifles, "effectively killing the measure for this session", according to the Associated Press. The main difference, he said, was that officers thought they were going to confront the gunman. The figure of 18 shootings originated with that group. (more...)
Fontaine family supporters march in Winnipeg
- February 24, 2018
The jurors began deliberating Wednesday afternoon after receiving instructions from Manitoba Court of Queen's Bench Chief Justice Glenn Joyal. "Now's the time to do it", said Chief Derrick Henderson of the Sagkeeng First Nation which was Tina's home. (more...)
- February 24, 2018
The jurors began deliberating Wednesday afternoon after receiving instructions from Manitoba Court of Queen's Bench Chief Justice Glenn Joyal. "Now's the time to do it", said Chief Derrick Henderson of the Sagkeeng First Nation which was Tina's home. (more...)
U.S. new H-1B visa measure likely to hit Indian firms
- February 24, 2018
As per new policy, any company will have to make one more clarification to prove that its H-1B employee at a third-party worksite has specific and non-qualifying speculative assignments in a specialty occupation. While an H-1B petition might be authorized for as much as 3 years, the USCIS will, in its discretion, typically restrict the approval duration to the length of time showed that the recipient will be positioned in non-speculative work and throughout which the petitioner will preserve ... (more...)
- February 24, 2018
As per new policy, any company will have to make one more clarification to prove that its H-1B employee at a third-party worksite has specific and non-qualifying speculative assignments in a specialty occupation. While an H-1B petition might be authorized for as much as 3 years, the USCIS will, in its discretion, typically restrict the approval duration to the length of time showed that the recipient will be positioned in non-speculative work and throughout which the petitioner will preserve ... (more...)
WEATHER WARNING: Bitterly cold Russian air to blast NI
- February 24, 2018
Bitterly cold conditions are set to invade the United Kingdom from Siberia during the latter part of the weekend and early next week. High pressure building over Scandinavia will be in control, bringing an easterly flow - which will make it feel on the cold side and will bring a few light wintry showers to eastern coasts. (more...)
- February 24, 2018
Bitterly cold conditions are set to invade the United Kingdom from Siberia during the latter part of the weekend and early next week. High pressure building over Scandinavia will be in control, bringing an easterly flow - which will make it feel on the cold side and will bring a few light wintry showers to eastern coasts. (more...)
Trump Asks Lawmakers to 'Strengthen Background Checks'
- February 24, 2018
During the listening session, Trump called for more mental institutions and hospitals and floated the idea of concealed carry for teachers and school staff. "My lovely daughter, I'm never going to see again", Pollack added, flanked by his two sons. "As high schoolers we want to create safe environment not only for ourselves and classmates - but for the country", said Washington D.C. (more...)
- February 24, 2018
During the listening session, Trump called for more mental institutions and hospitals and floated the idea of concealed carry for teachers and school staff. "My lovely daughter, I'm never going to see again", Pollack added, flanked by his two sons. "As high schoolers we want to create safe environment not only for ourselves and classmates - but for the country", said Washington D.C. (more...)
Trump is right to warn about calling elections illegitimate
- February 24, 2018
Some Democrats criticized the Trump administration for not immediately levying sanctions, particularly on a section targeting military spending and another focused on corrupt politicians and oligarchs. But did Russian Federation influence Moore's view of Trump? The president has yet to outright condemn Moscow for its election interference. President Trump has been reluctant to enact sanctions against the Russian government passed by Congress past year. (more...)
- February 24, 2018
Some Democrats criticized the Trump administration for not immediately levying sanctions, particularly on a section targeting military spending and another focused on corrupt politicians and oligarchs. But did Russian Federation influence Moore's view of Trump? The president has yet to outright condemn Moscow for its election interference. President Trump has been reluctant to enact sanctions against the Russian government passed by Congress past year. (more...)
Suspects in Demafelis murder arrested
- February 24, 2018
Cayetano said President Rodrigo Duterte "welcomes the news" of the arrest and expects Kuwaiti authorities to request the extradition of Assaf to stand trial in Kuwait. It said workers who are desperate to leave would continue to use unsafe channels that leave them exposed to abuse and trafficking. Interpol later launched a manhunt for the two suspects. (more...)
- February 24, 2018
Cayetano said President Rodrigo Duterte "welcomes the news" of the arrest and expects Kuwaiti authorities to request the extradition of Assaf to stand trial in Kuwait. It said workers who are desperate to leave would continue to use unsafe channels that leave them exposed to abuse and trafficking. Interpol later launched a manhunt for the two suspects. (more...)
New charges brought against ex-Trump campaign associates in Mueller's Russia probe
- February 24, 2018
Rick Gates departs Federal District Court, Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2018, in Washington . They were charged in October a year ago with money laundering, conspiracy and other offences in federal court in Washington . Besides the charges against Mr. Manafort and Mr. Gates, the special counsel's team has secured guilty pleas from two of Mr. Trump's advisers. Gates also faced a significant financial burden, the source added. (more...)
- February 24, 2018
Rick Gates departs Federal District Court, Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2018, in Washington . They were charged in October a year ago with money laundering, conspiracy and other offences in federal court in Washington . Besides the charges against Mr. Manafort and Mr. Gates, the special counsel's team has secured guilty pleas from two of Mr. Trump's advisers. Gates also faced a significant financial burden, the source added. (more...)
Father, son among four onboard missing aircraft
- February 24, 2018
A single-engine plane with four people on board took off from Grand Junction Regional Airport Thursday morning and disappeared. The family tweeted on Friday, asking people to help get them in touch with airports between Grand Junction and Albuquerque. (more...)
- February 24, 2018
A single-engine plane with four people on board took off from Grand Junction Regional Airport Thursday morning and disappeared. The family tweeted on Friday, asking people to help get them in touch with airports between Grand Junction and Albuquerque. (more...)
'Nashville' Plots Mid-Season Premiere in June, Series Finale in July
- February 24, 2018
ET/PT. The end is finally in sight for Nashville , two years after the show moved from ABC to CMT. Although all of the same cast members will remain in their own roles, production will add actors Ronny Cox and Mia Maestro for the second half of the season six run to spice up the action. (more...)
- February 24, 2018
ET/PT. The end is finally in sight for Nashville , two years after the show moved from ABC to CMT. Although all of the same cast members will remain in their own roles, production will add actors Ronny Cox and Mia Maestro for the second half of the season six run to spice up the action. (more...)
Pak takes defence attaches of 6 nations to LoC
- February 24, 2018
Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed the martyrdom of the innocent civilian. The ISPR said that the 19-year-old Inzamam S/O Muhammad Amin embraced Shahadat due to the Indian unprovoked and targeted firing. The officials said that the Pakistani troops violated ceasefire also in Nowshehra sector in Rajouri district. "In its continued efforts to destabilize the situation along the line of control and target Indian Army Posts, a Border Action Team comprising of militants and ... (more...)
- February 24, 2018
Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed the martyrdom of the innocent civilian. The ISPR said that the 19-year-old Inzamam S/O Muhammad Amin embraced Shahadat due to the Indian unprovoked and targeted firing. The officials said that the Pakistani troops violated ceasefire also in Nowshehra sector in Rajouri district. "In its continued efforts to destabilize the situation along the line of control and target Indian Army Posts, a Border Action Team comprising of militants and ... (more...)
FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Scattered showers today; heavy rain Sunday
- February 24, 2018
North wind 3 to 5 miles per hour. However, that front will eventually become stationary, and become a warm front for Sunday , continuing the scattered rain chance into the very early morning. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 38. She said the weekend will be dry for the most part, but there is a chance of some showers Saturday south of Detroit . (more...)
- February 24, 2018
North wind 3 to 5 miles per hour. However, that front will eventually become stationary, and become a warm front for Sunday , continuing the scattered rain chance into the very early morning. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 38. She said the weekend will be dry for the most part, but there is a chance of some showers Saturday south of Detroit . (more...)
NRA Chief Singles Out Sen. Murphy During Speech At CPAC
- February 24, 2018
I'm not saying that you love the tragedy, but I am saying that you love the ratings. Kamala Harris of California, Elizabeth Warren of MA and Cory Booker of New Jersey, along with New York Gov. "Your comments this week and those of our president have been pathetically weak", said the father at a CNN town hall event. "Every time you see a horrific crime, people in the media and Democratic politicians always try to leap on it to advance their agenda", which is to try to "strip the Second ... (more...)
- February 24, 2018
I'm not saying that you love the tragedy, but I am saying that you love the ratings. Kamala Harris of California, Elizabeth Warren of MA and Cory Booker of New Jersey, along with New York Gov. "Your comments this week and those of our president have been pathetically weak", said the father at a CNN town hall event. "Every time you see a horrific crime, people in the media and Democratic politicians always try to leap on it to advance their agenda", which is to try to "strip the Second ... (more...)
Ivanka Trump to attend Olympics Closing Ceremony with United States delegation
- February 24, 2018
According to Mnuchin, she briefed South Korean President Moon Jae-in about the new North Korea sanctions. "There is no plan, nor will there be a chance, for a meeting between the North and the U.S. The icy near-miss between the North and the U.S.at the opening ceremony doesn't bode well for any kind of a thaw at the closer. Some South Korean opposition legislators and conservative groups have questioned the amount South Korea spent on the North Korean delegation that attended the opening ... (more...)
- February 24, 2018
According to Mnuchin, she briefed South Korean President Moon Jae-in about the new North Korea sanctions. "There is no plan, nor will there be a chance, for a meeting between the North and the U.S. The icy near-miss between the North and the U.S.at the opening ceremony doesn't bode well for any kind of a thaw at the closer. Some South Korean opposition legislators and conservative groups have questioned the amount South Korea spent on the North Korean delegation that attended the opening ... (more...)
Dr. Sebastian Gorka: The new Mueller indictment explained
- February 24, 2018
It's true there is a measure of liberal hysteria about Trump and the collusion question. It also charges that McCabe told the committee the October 2016 surveillance warrant for former Trump campaign foreign policy adviser Carter Page wouldn't have been granted without the dossier, though Democrats say that's skewing his testimony . (more...)
- February 24, 2018
It's true there is a measure of liberal hysteria about Trump and the collusion question. It also charges that McCabe told the committee the October 2016 surveillance warrant for former Trump campaign foreign policy adviser Carter Page wouldn't have been granted without the dossier, though Democrats say that's skewing his testimony . (more...)
Lorde addresses those Jack Antonoff dating rumors
- February 24, 2018
While chatting with fans on Instagram Live on Thursday night (February 22), she responded to a fan who asked if she and Antonoff were an item. No. Those relationships are deeply important and sacred. with that said, im not seeing anyone. lol". Antonoff co-wrote and produced the New Zealand native's second studio album, " Melodrama ". (more...)
- February 24, 2018
While chatting with fans on Instagram Live on Thursday night (February 22), she responded to a fan who asked if she and Antonoff were an item. No. Those relationships are deeply important and sacred. with that said, im not seeing anyone. lol". Antonoff co-wrote and produced the New Zealand native's second studio album, " Melodrama ". (more...)
Married Missouri governor Eric Greitens accused of blackmailing lover
- February 24, 2018
The grand jurors said that Greitens had taken a scandalous photo of the woman without her consent and transmitted the photo in a way that made it accessible via a computer, making the crime a felony. Greitens has been booked and released on his own recognizance. Greitens appeared to have weathered the initial furor caused by CNN affiliate KMOV's first report of the affair and the allegations in January. (more...)
- February 24, 2018
The grand jurors said that Greitens had taken a scandalous photo of the woman without her consent and transmitted the photo in a way that made it accessible via a computer, making the crime a felony. Greitens has been booked and released on his own recognizance. Greitens appeared to have weathered the initial furor caused by CNN affiliate KMOV's first report of the affair and the allegations in January. (more...)
Raising the pressure, Federal Bureau of Investigation charges ex-Trump aide with new allegations
- February 24, 2018
CBS News reports that the new charges stem from work Manafort and Gates executed in Ukraine, alleging the pair failed to pay taxes income, by "disguising it as alleged "loans" from offshore accounts. The plea deal could require Gates to cooperate with the ongoing investigation. Mr Mueller's team alleged in a 32-count indictment on Thursday that Mr Gates and Mr Manafort concealed more than $30m of income from USA tax authorities. (more...)
- February 24, 2018
CBS News reports that the new charges stem from work Manafort and Gates executed in Ukraine, alleging the pair failed to pay taxes income, by "disguising it as alleged "loans" from offshore accounts. The plea deal could require Gates to cooperate with the ongoing investigation. Mr Mueller's team alleged in a 32-count indictment on Thursday that Mr Gates and Mr Manafort concealed more than $30m of income from USA tax authorities. (more...)
Trump to announce 'largest ever' North Korea sanctions
- February 24, 2018
Trump said the Treasury Department will soon be taking action to further cut off sources of revenue and fuel that North Korea uses to fund its nuclear programmes and sustain its military. "I am honoured to lead the United States delegation to the closing ceremonies of the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics", said Ivanka Trump said in a White House press statement. (more...)
- February 24, 2018
Trump said the Treasury Department will soon be taking action to further cut off sources of revenue and fuel that North Korea uses to fund its nuclear programmes and sustain its military. "I am honoured to lead the United States delegation to the closing ceremonies of the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics", said Ivanka Trump said in a White House press statement. (more...)
Theresa May to reveal Brexit plan after intense cabinet talks
- February 24, 2018
But one source close to the meeting at Chequers said May had accepted the argument of those ministers who wanted to move away from European Union rules and regulations more quickly than others. Many businesses and investors complain that they still lack details on how trade will flow between the world's biggest trading bloc and its sixth largest economy after Brexit. (more...)
- February 24, 2018
But one source close to the meeting at Chequers said May had accepted the argument of those ministers who wanted to move away from European Union rules and regulations more quickly than others. Many businesses and investors complain that they still lack details on how trade will flow between the world's biggest trading bloc and its sixth largest economy after Brexit. (more...)
Everything you need to know about the women's curling gold medal game
- February 24, 2018
South Korea held on for a 7-6 win over Sweden when the teams matched up in round robin play February 19. South Korea scored 31 more points than they gave up in nine games of round robin play. The home team will cross broomsticks with Sweden in Sunday's final after the two-time Olympic champions disposed of Great Britain 10-5 in the other semi. (more...)
- February 24, 2018
South Korea held on for a 7-6 win over Sweden when the teams matched up in round robin play February 19. South Korea scored 31 more points than they gave up in nine games of round robin play. The home team will cross broomsticks with Sweden in Sunday's final after the two-time Olympic champions disposed of Great Britain 10-5 in the other semi. (more...)
Canada shut out of Olympic medals in team curling
- February 24, 2018
However, the chance at a bronze remains. As disappointed as they were at losing the semifinal at the Olympics, Kevin Koe and his teammates were not about to give up on another chance at a medal. But the commercial breaks can also stir up more feelings of Canadian pride, thanks to some Olympics-themed ads that tug at heart strings. His brother Christopher was a World Junior Curling Champion in 2005. (more...)
- February 24, 2018
However, the chance at a bronze remains. As disappointed as they were at losing the semifinal at the Olympics, Kevin Koe and his teammates were not about to give up on another chance at a medal. But the commercial breaks can also stir up more feelings of Canadian pride, thanks to some Olympics-themed ads that tug at heart strings. His brother Christopher was a World Junior Curling Champion in 2005. (more...)
GF Gun dealer says bump stocks are unsafe and unreliable
- February 24, 2018
The president tweeted on Thursday that he never said teachers should have guns. Instead of arming staff, the group is recommending that federal, state and local governments provide enough money to place at least one school resource officer in every school in the nation, and more than one for the largest schools. (more...)
- February 24, 2018
The president tweeted on Thursday that he never said teachers should have guns. Instead of arming staff, the group is recommending that federal, state and local governments provide enough money to place at least one school resource officer in every school in the nation, and more than one for the largest schools. (more...)
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