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African and European Leaders Agree Action Plan on Migration Crisis
- August 30, 2017
In a further sign that European leaders are starting to look at the root cause of the crisis, the Italian interior minister, Marco Minniti, met 14 Libyan mayors for a second time on Saturday to talk to them about their needs, including funds to ensure there were economic alternatives to human trafficking. (more...)
- August 30, 2017
In a further sign that European leaders are starting to look at the root cause of the crisis, the Italian interior minister, Marco Minniti, met 14 Libyan mayors for a second time on Saturday to talk to them about their needs, including funds to ensure there were economic alternatives to human trafficking. (more...)
Rain Starting To Move Back In
- August 30, 2017
Saturday: Mostly Cloudy with a Good Chance for Showers and Storms. These rains are now producing catastrophic and life-threatening flooding over large portions of southeastern Texas and southwestern Louisiana. Wednesday: Any morning rain south ends, clearing moves in from the north with sunshine. Temperatures for Wednesday should top out in the upper 70s with lows in the mid-50s. (more...)
- August 30, 2017
Saturday: Mostly Cloudy with a Good Chance for Showers and Storms. These rains are now producing catastrophic and life-threatening flooding over large portions of southeastern Texas and southwestern Louisiana. Wednesday: Any morning rain south ends, clearing moves in from the north with sunshine. Temperatures for Wednesday should top out in the upper 70s with lows in the mid-50s. (more...)
Grand Jury Indicts Turkish Security Officials for Violence Near Embassy
- August 30, 2017
Federal prosecutors on Tuesday announced indictments against 19 people with ties to Turkey's government who are accused of assaulting protesters near the Turkish embassy in Washington earlier this year. A protester with a bullhorn was repeatedly kicked in the face. In all, nine people were hurt. The Turkish security officials left the country before they were charged. (more...)
- August 30, 2017
Federal prosecutors on Tuesday announced indictments against 19 people with ties to Turkey's government who are accused of assaulting protesters near the Turkish embassy in Washington earlier this year. A protester with a bullhorn was repeatedly kicked in the face. In all, nine people were hurt. The Turkish security officials left the country before they were charged. (more...)
United States aims to push Venezuela towards default: envoy
- August 30, 2017
The decree declares all those who promoted the latest US response to the socialist government's handling of the country's political conflict as "traitors of the patria" and directs the chief prosecutor's office to immediately initiate a probe. (more...)
- August 30, 2017
The decree declares all those who promoted the latest US response to the socialist government's handling of the country's political conflict as "traitors of the patria" and directs the chief prosecutor's office to immediately initiate a probe. (more...)
President Trump arrives in Texas to survey Hurricane Harvey damage
- August 30, 2017
The slow-moving storm has brought catastrophic flooding to Texas , killing at least 11 people and paralyzing Houston , the fourth most-populous US city. Bush was widely criticized for his administration's handling of the response to that disaster, taking a heavy toll on public support of his administration. (more...)
- August 30, 2017
The slow-moving storm has brought catastrophic flooding to Texas , killing at least 11 people and paralyzing Houston , the fourth most-populous US city. Bush was widely criticized for his administration's handling of the response to that disaster, taking a heavy toll on public support of his administration. (more...)
Harvey Impact: Kansas Gas Prices On The Rise
- August 30, 2017
So, what does that mean for the prices of gas outside of Texas? But there is no denying it has lasted for a while already, largely because the shale boom has changed both the physical location of USA production and expectations about its resilience to both natural and market-made disasters. (more...)
- August 30, 2017
So, what does that mean for the prices of gas outside of Texas? But there is no denying it has lasted for a while already, largely because the shale boom has changed both the physical location of USA production and expectations about its resilience to both natural and market-made disasters. (more...)
UK Government's Brexit papers branded 'unsatisfactory'
- August 30, 2017
He also rejected the idea, repeatedly proposed by the United Kingdom government, that talks on a future trade deal begin now. "Our desire is to discuss both at the same time: we've repeatedly said that, and that's what we're working towards", said a spokeswoman for the prime minister. (more...)
- August 30, 2017
He also rejected the idea, repeatedly proposed by the United Kingdom government, that talks on a future trade deal begin now. "Our desire is to discuss both at the same time: we've repeatedly said that, and that's what we're working towards", said a spokeswoman for the prime minister. (more...)
Mueller Subpoenas Paul Manafort's Former Lawyer, Spokesman
- August 30, 2017
Subpoenas were served to former Manafort attorney Melissa Laurenza , who works for the powerful Washington, DC law firm of Akin Gump, CNN reported on Tuesday citing unnamed sources. Manafort has not been accused of any wrongdoing. According to the report, subpoenas have not been sent to WilmerHale, the law firm now representing Manafort. (more...)
- August 30, 2017
Subpoenas were served to former Manafort attorney Melissa Laurenza , who works for the powerful Washington, DC law firm of Akin Gump, CNN reported on Tuesday citing unnamed sources. Manafort has not been accused of any wrongdoing. According to the report, subpoenas have not been sent to WilmerHale, the law firm now representing Manafort. (more...)
Claims of a 'Grand Alliance' at Lalu's Patna rally
- August 30, 2017
Lalu said, "Nitish and many Bihar leaders of the NDA including Deputy CM Sushil Kumar Modi are my products". Lalu also held him responsible for the man-made floods that Bihar is now facing. JD (U) leader Sharad Yadav, who has opposed party president and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's decision to rejoin the NDA, declared on Sunday that a national level grand alliance will be formed to take on the BJP in the next Lok Sabha elections as "the country today is passing through a unsafe ... (more...)
- August 30, 2017
Lalu said, "Nitish and many Bihar leaders of the NDA including Deputy CM Sushil Kumar Modi are my products". Lalu also held him responsible for the man-made floods that Bihar is now facing. JD (U) leader Sharad Yadav, who has opposed party president and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's decision to rejoin the NDA, declared on Sunday that a national level grand alliance will be formed to take on the BJP in the next Lok Sabha elections as "the country today is passing through a unsafe ... (more...)
Hajj pilgrimage entangled in Saudi politics
- August 30, 2017
Shortly after the chairman spoke, an official on the medical team of NAHCON announced the passage of another pilgrim from Kwara. Devout Muslims are expected to perform the Hajj, one of Islam's five pillars, at least once in their lifetime, provided they are fit enough and have the financial means to do so. (more...)
- August 30, 2017
Shortly after the chairman spoke, an official on the medical team of NAHCON announced the passage of another pilgrim from Kwara. Devout Muslims are expected to perform the Hajj, one of Islam's five pillars, at least once in their lifetime, provided they are fit enough and have the financial means to do so. (more...)
Houston mattress store opens as shelter for hurricane evacuees
- August 30, 2017
The stores are stocked with food, water and mattresses. After he posted an announcement on Facebook Sunday opening his stores to anyone in need of shelter, food and more, the response was overwhelming. This isn't the first time McIngvale has helped out those who needed it. "I'm part capitalist, part social worker, and we're going to do the right thing". (more...)
- August 30, 2017
The stores are stocked with food, water and mattresses. After he posted an announcement on Facebook Sunday opening his stores to anyone in need of shelter, food and more, the response was overwhelming. This isn't the first time McIngvale has helped out those who needed it. "I'm part capitalist, part social worker, and we're going to do the right thing". (more...)
Aussie sailor accused of gold coin theft
- August 30, 2017
For four days the U.S. Coast Guard searched the waters near the Bahamas with two airplanes, two helicopters and two ships for Hellmann. Federal Bureau of Investigation agents arrested Bennett, the husband of Isabella Hellman, in West Palm Beach. (more...)
- August 30, 2017
For four days the U.S. Coast Guard searched the waters near the Bahamas with two airplanes, two helicopters and two ships for Hellmann. Federal Bureau of Investigation agents arrested Bennett, the husband of Isabella Hellman, in West Palm Beach. (more...)
6 family members swept away in fast-moving flood
- August 30, 2017
Witnesses say first responders were in the area but they were unable to respond fast enough to save the victims. The driver survived by hanging onto a tree branch. Houston police chief Art Acevedo announced Monday that rescuers have saved about 2,000 people from flooding in the city, CBS News reports. KHOU's Brandi Smith highlighted in a now viral video how a truck driver could have drowned in his vehicle had she not drawn the attention of overwhelmed rescue workers trying to cover the ... (more...)
- August 30, 2017
Witnesses say first responders were in the area but they were unable to respond fast enough to save the victims. The driver survived by hanging onto a tree branch. Houston police chief Art Acevedo announced Monday that rescuers have saved about 2,000 people from flooding in the city, CBS News reports. KHOU's Brandi Smith highlighted in a now viral video how a truck driver could have drowned in his vehicle had she not drawn the attention of overwhelmed rescue workers trying to cover the ... (more...)
Mexico offers to help Hurricane Harvey victims in Texas
- August 30, 2017
I'm wondering why the great business man Donald Trump doesn't have Mexico pay for building the wall along the border. On Twitter , commentators also noted the especially poor timing of Trump's latest attack on Mexico, considering the USA may need to take Mexico up on its offer of aid in the coming days. (more...)
- August 30, 2017
I'm wondering why the great business man Donald Trump doesn't have Mexico pay for building the wall along the border. On Twitter , commentators also noted the especially poor timing of Trump's latest attack on Mexico, considering the USA may need to take Mexico up on its offer of aid in the coming days. (more...)
Trump Fires Longtime Aide For Unimpressive Phoenix Rally Turnout
- August 30, 2017
Based on the Bloomberg report, it's unclear why Phoenix's rally was the last straw for a man who has consistently lied about the number of people who show up to watch his depraved rants, but he was reportedly "displeased" by the amount of empty space. (more...)
- August 30, 2017
Based on the Bloomberg report, it's unclear why Phoenix's rally was the last straw for a man who has consistently lied about the number of people who show up to watch his depraved rants, but he was reportedly "displeased" by the amount of empty space. (more...)
Hurricane Harvey Victim Angering on CNN Reporter on Live Interview
- August 30, 2017
A CNN reporter Tuesday was interviewing a mother who recently arrived at a shelter in Houston when a heartbreaking exchange ensued. That's when Danielle explained that she and her daughter had been waiting for someone to rescue them from their home, but no one showed up. (more...)
- August 30, 2017
A CNN reporter Tuesday was interviewing a mother who recently arrived at a shelter in Houston when a heartbreaking exchange ensued. That's when Danielle explained that she and her daughter had been waiting for someone to rescue them from their home, but no one showed up. (more...)
Agrees to Private Interview With Senate Judiciary Committee
- August 30, 2017
Trump Jr . was called to publicly testify before the committee in July, but instead offered to participate in a private interview and provide documents to the investigators. United States intelligence agencies have concluded that Russian Federation worked to tilt last year's presidential election in President Trump's favour. (more...)
- August 30, 2017
Trump Jr . was called to publicly testify before the committee in July, but instead offered to participate in a private interview and provide documents to the investigators. United States intelligence agencies have concluded that Russian Federation worked to tilt last year's presidential election in President Trump's favour. (more...)
Trump threat to 'terminate' NAFTA sparks intense debate
- August 30, 2017
Joel Trachtman, professor of global law at Tufts University's Fletcher School, said eliminating NAFTA would introduce tariffs on products like cheap Mexican steel and make American-made steel more competitive, but could also cut demand for USA -grown corn that's seen exports to Mexico skyrocket under NAFTA. (more...)
- August 30, 2017
Joel Trachtman, professor of global law at Tufts University's Fletcher School, said eliminating NAFTA would introduce tariffs on products like cheap Mexican steel and make American-made steel more competitive, but could also cut demand for USA -grown corn that's seen exports to Mexico skyrocket under NAFTA. (more...)
White House Aides Call Ivanka 'Princess Royal' Behind Her Back
- August 30, 2017
A few moments later, he made her wildest dreams come true. Trump's son in law and daughter have been massive failures in Washington, but insiders describe the President as emotionally dependent on his favorite daughter and son in law to make him feel better. (more...)
- August 30, 2017
A few moments later, he made her wildest dreams come true. Trump's son in law and daughter have been massive failures in Washington, but insiders describe the President as emotionally dependent on his favorite daughter and son in law to make him feel better. (more...)
Belarus, Russia: Scrutinizing the Upcoming Zapad Exercises
- August 30, 2017
The exercise will be covered by media representatives from dozens of countries. "The drills will involve some 7,200 Belarusian troops and about 5,500 Russian servicemen", Russian Deputy Defense Minister Alexander Fomin said at a news briefing. (more...)
- August 30, 2017
The exercise will be covered by media representatives from dozens of countries. "The drills will involve some 7,200 Belarusian troops and about 5,500 Russian servicemen", Russian Deputy Defense Minister Alexander Fomin said at a news briefing. (more...)
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