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NAFTA trade flows tumble in December
- March 03, 2018
That's the hope of many U.S.ag groups looking for a positive outcome to the negotiations. A USA sugar industry coalition, which in 2014 petitioned the government for protection from cheap, subsidized imports from Mexico, requested in late December that the Department of Commerce review the latest pact. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
That's the hope of many U.S.ag groups looking for a positive outcome to the negotiations. A USA sugar industry coalition, which in 2014 petitioned the government for protection from cheap, subsidized imports from Mexico, requested in late December that the Department of Commerce review the latest pact. (more...)
Macron's state visit to US set for April 23-25
- March 03, 2018
She, like Trump, seemed to be equating POTUS' heroic exploits in his head with the actual heroism of the school's football coach, Aaron Feis, who died shielding students. But while Sanders wants you to believe that the crimes Gates, Michael Flynn, and George Papadopoulos pleaded guilty to all took place before they were associated with Trump, the truth is actually the opposite. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
She, like Trump, seemed to be equating POTUS' heroic exploits in his head with the actual heroism of the school's football coach, Aaron Feis, who died shielding students. But while Sanders wants you to believe that the crimes Gates, Michael Flynn, and George Papadopoulos pleaded guilty to all took place before they were associated with Trump, the truth is actually the opposite. (more...)
Voting underway for Pakistan Senate
- March 03, 2018
Both the parties have three senators each and none of them is retiring this year. The other 52 were elected in 2015 and will retire in 2021. The Senate elections are held after every three years to elect half seats that have completed their six-year term. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
Both the parties have three senators each and none of them is retiring this year. The other 52 were elected in 2015 and will retire in 2021. The Senate elections are held after every three years to elect half seats that have completed their six-year term. (more...)
Washington vs. Oregon State - 3/1/18 College Basketball Pick, Odds, and Prediction
- March 03, 2018
Oregon's leading scorer, Elijah Brown (18 points), followed with a 3 of his own to make it 77-75 and OR got the ball back with a chance to tie the game at the free-throw line, but Pritchard missed the back end of his one-and-one and Washington State grabbed the rebound. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
Oregon's leading scorer, Elijah Brown (18 points), followed with a 3 of his own to make it 77-75 and OR got the ball back with a chance to tie the game at the free-throw line, but Pritchard missed the back end of his one-and-one and Washington State grabbed the rebound. (more...)
Amit Shah turns fraud heat on Cong, targets Amarinder Singh's kin
- March 03, 2018
Acting on a complaint lodged by the Oriental Bank of Commerce (OBC), the Central Bureau of Investigation ( CBI ) on Sunday registered a case against 13 senior officials, including Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh's son-in law Gurpal Singh, of Uttar Pradesh based Simbhaoli Sugar Ltd for allegedly defaulting loan worth Rs 110 crore. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
Acting on a complaint lodged by the Oriental Bank of Commerce (OBC), the Central Bureau of Investigation ( CBI ) on Sunday registered a case against 13 senior officials, including Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh's son-in law Gurpal Singh, of Uttar Pradesh based Simbhaoli Sugar Ltd for allegedly defaulting loan worth Rs 110 crore. (more...)
DPRK has Supplied Chemical Weapons to Syria
- March 03, 2018
United Nations investigators looking at the hermit kingdom's compliance with sanctions said the supplies shipped to Syria include acid-resistant tiles, valves and thermometers , according to The New York Times . "It's scary that these regimes have crossed these red lines and there's been no real success in stopping them", said analyst Jay Solomon of the Washington Institute think tank, who has written extensively about links between the Syrian and North Korean governments. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
United Nations investigators looking at the hermit kingdom's compliance with sanctions said the supplies shipped to Syria include acid-resistant tiles, valves and thermometers , according to The New York Times . "It's scary that these regimes have crossed these red lines and there's been no real success in stopping them", said analyst Jay Solomon of the Washington Institute think tank, who has written extensively about links between the Syrian and North Korean governments. (more...)
Rare Snow Snarls Travel in Rome, Creates Winter Wonderland
- March 03, 2018
At the ancient Roman chariot-racing stadium Circus Maximus, Romans slid through the snow. One of Earth's rarer weather moments has brought a popular city in Europe to a halt. Part of Rome experienced snow falls of up to 5cm (2 inches) after temperatures fell as low as zero degrees Celcius (32F) Monday, and are expected to drop as low as minus six by Wednesday reports The Local . (more...)
- March 03, 2018
At the ancient Roman chariot-racing stadium Circus Maximus, Romans slid through the snow. One of Earth's rarer weather moments has brought a popular city in Europe to a halt. Part of Rome experienced snow falls of up to 5cm (2 inches) after temperatures fell as low as zero degrees Celcius (32F) Monday, and are expected to drop as low as minus six by Wednesday reports The Local . (more...)
French President, Macron To Visit Trump In April
- March 03, 2018
One reporter wondered if Trump had trained in firing a weapon. "I don't think that was the point he was making", Sanders said. Trump on Monday seemed to be backpedaling on previous remarks about protecting students going forward. Sanders was just back from accompanying Ivanka in the role of White House senior adviser leading a USA delegation to the Winter Games Closing Ceremony. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
One reporter wondered if Trump had trained in firing a weapon. "I don't think that was the point he was making", Sanders said. Trump on Monday seemed to be backpedaling on previous remarks about protecting students going forward. Sanders was just back from accompanying Ivanka in the role of White House senior adviser leading a USA delegation to the Winter Games Closing Ceremony. (more...)
Saudi Crown Prince to make three-day Egypt visit
- March 03, 2018
King Salman bin Abdul Aziz received Hariri on Wednesday in his office in Riyadh. Sisi, then the commander of the military, enjoyed Saudi support in staging the coup. Will Saudi Arabia follow Iran and seek nukes? According to the Israeli daily Haaretz , Israel had expressed its approval of the deal during talks with the Egyptian side provided that freedom of navigation for Israeli ships through the area would be guaranteed. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
King Salman bin Abdul Aziz received Hariri on Wednesday in his office in Riyadh. Sisi, then the commander of the military, enjoyed Saudi support in staging the coup. Will Saudi Arabia follow Iran and seek nukes? According to the Israeli daily Haaretz , Israel had expressed its approval of the deal during talks with the Egyptian side provided that freedom of navigation for Israeli ships through the area would be guaranteed. (more...)
Hope Hicks announces resignation as White House communications director
- March 03, 2018
Trump also praised her as "outstanding". In a statement , Chief of Staff John Kelly said after starting his job, he "quickly realized what so many have learned about Hope - she is strategic, poised and wise beyond her years". She was an unconventional press secretary, rarely mixing it up with reporters, nearly never giving interviews and, despite Trump's fondness for cable, staying off TV. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
Trump also praised her as "outstanding". In a statement , Chief of Staff John Kelly said after starting his job, he "quickly realized what so many have learned about Hope - she is strategic, poised and wise beyond her years". She was an unconventional press secretary, rarely mixing it up with reporters, nearly never giving interviews and, despite Trump's fondness for cable, staying off TV. (more...)
Burkina Faso army headquarters under attack
- March 03, 2018
They expressed their solidarity with Burkina Faso in its fight against terrorism and stressed the need to intensify regional and worldwide efforts to combat terrorism and violent extremism. Police also took up positions near the offices of the prime minister where gunfire was also reported. The French targets attacked are symbolic given that President Emmanuel Macron chose to outline his Africa strategy, including the fight against militants, in Ouagadougou in November. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
They expressed their solidarity with Burkina Faso in its fight against terrorism and stressed the need to intensify regional and worldwide efforts to combat terrorism and violent extremism. Police also took up positions near the offices of the prime minister where gunfire was also reported. The French targets attacked are symbolic given that President Emmanuel Macron chose to outline his Africa strategy, including the fight against militants, in Ouagadougou in November. (more...)
Capitol Views: Should Louisiana lawmakers end the special session?
- March 03, 2018
Reps. Mark Abraham, R-Lake Charles; Mike Danahay, D-Sulphur; Stephen Dwight, R-Moss Bluff; Johnny Guinn, R-Jennings; and Dorothy Sue Hill, D-Dry Creek, voted for the tax. The House may control the chamber, but they need most of the Democrats to vote for any tax bill to get it passed. House lawmakers did vote for a proposal to improve Louisiana's spending transparency website, sending it to the Senate for debate. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
Reps. Mark Abraham, R-Lake Charles; Mike Danahay, D-Sulphur; Stephen Dwight, R-Moss Bluff; Johnny Guinn, R-Jennings; and Dorothy Sue Hill, D-Dry Creek, voted for the tax. The House may control the chamber, but they need most of the Democrats to vote for any tax bill to get it passed. House lawmakers did vote for a proposal to improve Louisiana's spending transparency website, sending it to the Senate for debate. (more...)
Congress rushes Ahmed Patel, Kamal Nath to Meghalaya to explore government formation
- March 03, 2018
North East Assembly Election results in 2018 in 3 NE states crucial for BJP's morale ahead of 2019 General Election. Similar to the counting in Tripura, the initial trends in Meghalaya suggest a close race in the state, which has a 60-member Assembly. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
North East Assembly Election results in 2018 in 3 NE states crucial for BJP's morale ahead of 2019 General Election. Similar to the counting in Tripura, the initial trends in Meghalaya suggest a close race in the state, which has a 60-member Assembly. (more...)
Donald Trump is against gun control, NRA says after meeting president
- March 03, 2018
And Senator John Cornyn of Texas, the No. 2 Republican, dismissed Wednesday's White House meeting as a "brainstorming session" that would not dictate policy. And they do have great power, I agree with that. Then the White House torpedoed bipartisan legislation. "The White House has to send a proposal to Congress". (more...)
- March 03, 2018
And Senator John Cornyn of Texas, the No. 2 Republican, dismissed Wednesday's White House meeting as a "brainstorming session" that would not dictate policy. And they do have great power, I agree with that. Then the White House torpedoed bipartisan legislation. "The White House has to send a proposal to Congress". (more...)
FACT CHECK: Trump's Meeting With Lawmakers About Gun Policy
- March 03, 2018
I said to them very nicely, fellows, we've got to do something. "Take the guns first go through due process second". That's not something that he's backed away from. Chris Collins (R) of NY told reporters. Dianne Feinstein , D-Calif., a proponent of an assault-weapons ban. Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy cautioned, "I think you underestimate the power of the gun lobby". (more...)
- March 03, 2018
I said to them very nicely, fellows, we've got to do something. "Take the guns first go through due process second". That's not something that he's backed away from. Chris Collins (R) of NY told reporters. Dianne Feinstein , D-Calif., a proponent of an assault-weapons ban. Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy cautioned, "I think you underestimate the power of the gun lobby". (more...)
Militants would not allow civilians to flee Eastern Ghouta
- March 03, 2018
Assad's forces have repeatedly been accused of using banned chemical weapons in the conflict since then, including on February 25 in the rebel-held enclave of eastern Ghouta, near Damascus. Militants holed up in the eastern Ghouta suburb of Damascus opened fire on hundreds of civilians who were trying to flee the area via a humanitarian corridor, the Russian Center for Reconciliation in Syria said. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
Assad's forces have repeatedly been accused of using banned chemical weapons in the conflict since then, including on February 25 in the rebel-held enclave of eastern Ghouta, near Damascus. Militants holed up in the eastern Ghouta suburb of Damascus opened fire on hundreds of civilians who were trying to flee the area via a humanitarian corridor, the Russian Center for Reconciliation in Syria said. (more...)
Trump's Trade War: EU Targets Harley Davidson, Levi's
- March 03, 2018
Mr Trump announced plans to impose a 25 per cent tariff on steel, and 10 per cent on aluminium imports following a meeting with more than a dozen steel and aluminium executives in the White House on Thursday. "A trade war between Europe and the United States will only have losers", French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire said. Mr. Le Maire vowed a "strong, co-ordinated and united response from the European Union ". (more...)
- March 03, 2018
Mr Trump announced plans to impose a 25 per cent tariff on steel, and 10 per cent on aluminium imports following a meeting with more than a dozen steel and aluminium executives in the White House on Thursday. "A trade war between Europe and the United States will only have losers", French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire said. Mr. Le Maire vowed a "strong, co-ordinated and united response from the European Union ". (more...)
Wind blows tractor-trailer truck onto auto, shutting down bridge
- March 03, 2018
The driver of the tractor-trailer was entrapped and was later transported to the hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. Road conditions will be closely monitored and the wind restrictions will be lifted when the roads are safe for normal vehicular travel. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
The driver of the tractor-trailer was entrapped and was later transported to the hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. Road conditions will be closely monitored and the wind restrictions will be lifted when the roads are safe for normal vehicular travel. (more...)
Seattle Sounders 4-0 Santa Tecla - Sounders cruise into CCL quarterfinals
- March 03, 2018
YouTube TV subscribers can also stream 14 national televised matches on ESPN , FOX Sports and FS1. Then the Sounders woke up and blew out Los Teclenos, 4-0, to advance, 5-2, on aggregate to the quarterfinals of the Concacaf Champions League against Guadalajara. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
YouTube TV subscribers can also stream 14 national televised matches on ESPN , FOX Sports and FS1. Then the Sounders woke up and blew out Los Teclenos, 4-0, to advance, 5-2, on aggregate to the quarterfinals of the Concacaf Champions League against Guadalajara. (more...)
Child Rights commission files case against Kuthiyottam ritual
- March 03, 2018
On the ninth day, when the main Pongala celebration takes place, the boys are decked in special garments, garlands and jewellery. "A thread will be symbolically knotted through the hooks to symbolise their bond with divinity". Sreelekha started her campaign against the ritual 11 months ago. He said that there was a big risk for contamination of blood and infections as the temple authorities were using the same instrument for making the holes. (more...)
- March 03, 2018
On the ninth day, when the main Pongala celebration takes place, the boys are decked in special garments, garlands and jewellery. "A thread will be symbolically knotted through the hooks to symbolise their bond with divinity". Sreelekha started her campaign against the ritual 11 months ago. He said that there was a big risk for contamination of blood and infections as the temple authorities were using the same instrument for making the holes. (more...)
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