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Strong case to charge Najib soon: Mahathir
- May 16, 2018
He said Tuesday that he will run the country for "one to two years" to fix Malaysia's financial problems, creating uncertainty about how the two will work together in the interim. He was initially supposed to name 10 ministers but appeared to have been stalled by horse-trading over positions. Since their rift, Anwar has been arrested, beaten, and twice imprisoned. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
He said Tuesday that he will run the country for "one to two years" to fix Malaysia's financial problems, creating uncertainty about how the two will work together in the interim. He was initially supposed to name 10 ministers but appeared to have been stalled by horse-trading over positions. Since their rift, Anwar has been arrested, beaten, and twice imprisoned. (more...)
Mass protests in Gaza ahead of US Embassy event in Jerusalem
- May 16, 2018
Tuesday marks the 70th anniversary of what Palestinians call the Nakba , or Catastrophe, that saw thousands flee amid the creation of Israel in 1948. Burials are taking place of dozens of people ( The Guardian ) killed by Israeli forces. The EFF on Monday said it supported the withdrawal of Ngombane and also called on SA to expel the Israeli ambassador. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
Tuesday marks the 70th anniversary of what Palestinians call the Nakba , or Catastrophe, that saw thousands flee amid the creation of Israel in 1948. Burials are taking place of dozens of people ( The Guardian ) killed by Israeli forces. The EFF on Monday said it supported the withdrawal of Ngombane and also called on SA to expel the Israeli ambassador. (more...)
AirAsia defends chief executive after regulator files police report
- May 16, 2018
AirAsia said on Tuesday that it "strongly refutes" the regulator's allegations, adding it had proof of direct communication between the chief executive of AirAsia's Malaysia operations and Mavcom's executive chairman. "The commission took note of this revision and subsequently approved this revised request on the same day", the statement read. AirAsia Group CEO Tony Fernandes had claimed that his airline was summoned by Mavcom and told to cancel additional flights scheduled to fly home ... (more...)
- May 16, 2018
AirAsia said on Tuesday that it "strongly refutes" the regulator's allegations, adding it had proof of direct communication between the chief executive of AirAsia's Malaysia operations and Mavcom's executive chairman. "The commission took note of this revision and subsequently approved this revised request on the same day", the statement read. AirAsia Group CEO Tony Fernandes had claimed that his airline was summoned by Mavcom and told to cancel additional flights scheduled to fly home ... (more...)
Alexei Navalny, Putin thorn, is jailed again in Russian Federation
- May 16, 2018
Initial hearings in the case were postponed last week in order to field witness testimonies from police officers. Navalny's lawyer Vadim Kobzev said the trial had "clearly political motives" as Mr Putin begins a fourth Kremlin term. The anti-Putin campaigner has been sentenced to 30 days in prison on May 5. Mr Navalny had called for demonstrations in more than 90 towns and cities under the slogan "Putin is not our tsar" to protest what he says is Putin's autocratic rule . (more...)
- May 16, 2018
Initial hearings in the case were postponed last week in order to field witness testimonies from police officers. Navalny's lawyer Vadim Kobzev said the trial had "clearly political motives" as Mr Putin begins a fourth Kremlin term. The anti-Putin campaigner has been sentenced to 30 days in prison on May 5. Mr Navalny had called for demonstrations in more than 90 towns and cities under the slogan "Putin is not our tsar" to protest what he says is Putin's autocratic rule . (more...)
Mother, stepfather charged with assault of 3-year-old boy
- May 16, 2018
Officials say the arrests stem from a medical call on Saturday, May 12 around 11:40 p.m. where it was reported that a 3-year-old child fell down a flight of stairs. Investigators charged the couple with first-degree assault, a felony. The charges carries a possible 25-year prison sentence. "By far", Peenstra said. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
Officials say the arrests stem from a medical call on Saturday, May 12 around 11:40 p.m. where it was reported that a 3-year-old child fell down a flight of stairs. Investigators charged the couple with first-degree assault, a felony. The charges carries a possible 25-year prison sentence. "By far", Peenstra said. (more...)
Live Nation (LYV) Earning Somewhat Positive News Coverage, Study Finds
- May 16, 2018
Macquarie reissued a "buy" rating and issued a $52.00 price target on shares of Live Nation in a report on Wednesday, January 17th. Finally, JPMorgan Chase set a $51.00 price target on shares of Live Nation and gave the stock a "buy" rating in a research note on Thursday, April 5th. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
Macquarie reissued a "buy" rating and issued a $52.00 price target on shares of Live Nation in a report on Wednesday, January 17th. Finally, JPMorgan Chase set a $51.00 price target on shares of Live Nation and gave the stock a "buy" rating in a research note on Thursday, April 5th. (more...)
CCT stops Justice Ngwuta's trial
- May 16, 2018
It will be recalled that the Federal High Court in Abuja had earlier dismissed a separate 18-count money laundering charge that FG also slammed against Justice Ngwuta. On Tuesday, May 16, 2017, NAIJ.com reported that the federal government amended the corruption charges it preferred against Justice Sylvester Ngwuta, before a Federal High Court in Abuja. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
It will be recalled that the Federal High Court in Abuja had earlier dismissed a separate 18-count money laundering charge that FG also slammed against Justice Ngwuta. On Tuesday, May 16, 2017, NAIJ.com reported that the federal government amended the corruption charges it preferred against Justice Sylvester Ngwuta, before a Federal High Court in Abuja. (more...)
Saudi Arabia Will Also Develop Nuclear Weapon, Saudi Foreign Minister
- May 16, 2018
The Saudi official, who recently met with new Secretary Of State Mike Pompeo, also applauded the USA commander-in-chief for his decision on the Iran deal - becoming only country apart from Israel expressing its joy over the disturbing development that threatens to shatter the barely-there peace in the conflict-ridden Middle East. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
The Saudi official, who recently met with new Secretary Of State Mike Pompeo, also applauded the USA commander-in-chief for his decision on the Iran deal - becoming only country apart from Israel expressing its joy over the disturbing development that threatens to shatter the barely-there peace in the conflict-ridden Middle East. (more...)
Got sugar from Pakistan, not Dawood: Chavan
- May 16, 2018
He further informed that stock from the previous year is also kept untouched in the godowns, questioning the need to import sugar as the farmers are suffering from losses. The Maharashtra Congress on Monday hit out at the Centre for allowing the import of sugar from Pakistan, alleging that such imports had led to its prices crashing in the domestic market. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
He further informed that stock from the previous year is also kept untouched in the godowns, questioning the need to import sugar as the farmers are suffering from losses. The Maharashtra Congress on Monday hit out at the Centre for allowing the import of sugar from Pakistan, alleging that such imports had led to its prices crashing in the domestic market. (more...)
Man suspected in massive Central Intelligence Agency leak jailed, but not charged
- May 16, 2018
That includes the fact they he is believed to have used software called Tor , which allows users to communicate and transmit information over the Internet anonymously, and the fact he was planning a vacation to Cancun, Mexico. "This is CIA's Edward Snowden", former CIA acting director Michael Morrell told CBS News Justice correspondent Jeff Pegues a year ago, referring to the former National Security Agency contractor who leaked millions of documents in 2013. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
That includes the fact they he is believed to have used software called Tor , which allows users to communicate and transmit information over the Internet anonymously, and the fact he was planning a vacation to Cancun, Mexico. "This is CIA's Edward Snowden", former CIA acting director Michael Morrell told CBS News Justice correspondent Jeff Pegues a year ago, referring to the former National Security Agency contractor who leaked millions of documents in 2013. (more...)
Hero canine rescues his pal from drowning in pool in viral video
- May 16, 2018
A hero dog dived into a swimming pool to save his canine friend who fell into the water and couldn't get out. The video came from Laurie and Jay Becerra who praised Remus as a hero. He swims right under Smokey and pushing him with his body, allowing Smokey to put his front paws on the edge of the pool and, finally, he gets out of the water. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
A hero dog dived into a swimming pool to save his canine friend who fell into the water and couldn't get out. The video came from Laurie and Jay Becerra who praised Remus as a hero. He swims right under Smokey and pushing him with his body, allowing Smokey to put his front paws on the edge of the pool and, finally, he gets out of the water. (more...)
23 missing in boat capsize in India
- May 16, 2018
The Chief Minister directed the District Collector to deploy special teams to rescue the victims, a release said. Around 17 people have been saved (as some swam to shore at their own and others were rescued). Rajamahendravaram SP B Rajakumari said according to the preliminary data she had received, 25 people were onboard at the time of the accident and 10 had survived. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
The Chief Minister directed the District Collector to deploy special teams to rescue the victims, a release said. Around 17 people have been saved (as some swam to shore at their own and others were rescued). Rajamahendravaram SP B Rajakumari said according to the preliminary data she had received, 25 people were onboard at the time of the accident and 10 had survived. (more...)
North Korea Will Join Efforts for Total Ban on Nuclear Tests
- May 16, 2018
North Korea is one of three countries known to possess nuclear weapons but have not signed the treaty, along with India and Pakistan. The recent diplomatic frenzy comes after years of tensions and ever-tightening sanctions over North Korea's nuclear and missile programmes. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
North Korea is one of three countries known to possess nuclear weapons but have not signed the treaty, along with India and Pakistan. The recent diplomatic frenzy comes after years of tensions and ever-tightening sanctions over North Korea's nuclear and missile programmes. (more...)
Kathleen Rice Passes on Running for New York Attorney General
- May 16, 2018
A NY assemblyman has a suggestion on what former state attorney general Eric Schneiderman should do with his campaign funds. Maloney, who represents New York's 18th Congressional District and is serving his third term, must decide whether to run for attorney general before the state Democratic Committee's convention on Long Island next week. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
A NY assemblyman has a suggestion on what former state attorney general Eric Schneiderman should do with his campaign funds. Maloney, who represents New York's 18th Congressional District and is serving his third term, must decide whether to run for attorney general before the state Democratic Committee's convention on Long Island next week. (more...)
Amid a Trump bump, congressional Democrats are uneasy about midterms
- May 16, 2018
Donald Trump has threatened to stop the federal government last month if Congress controlled by the Republicans did not provide more money for the wall. Republican leaders, many of whom were previously uneasy about Trump and his brand of nationalistic politics and had clashed with him early in his tenure, have in recent weeks embraced the president, in large part because the party's success could hinge on keeping his base fired up. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
Donald Trump has threatened to stop the federal government last month if Congress controlled by the Republicans did not provide more money for the wall. Republican leaders, many of whom were previously uneasy about Trump and his brand of nationalistic politics and had clashed with him early in his tenure, have in recent weeks embraced the president, in large part because the party's success could hinge on keeping his base fired up. (more...)
1 killed, 2 injured in Aliso Viejo office building explosion
- May 16, 2018
One person was pronounced dead at the scene. The extent of their injuries is not yet known. Surrounding buildings have also been evacuated. The fire service initially said a vehicle may have crashed into the side of the building, but authorities later said this may not have been the case. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
One person was pronounced dead at the scene. The extent of their injuries is not yet known. Surrounding buildings have also been evacuated. The fire service initially said a vehicle may have crashed into the side of the building, but authorities later said this may not have been the case. (more...)
Judge: Mueller can prosecute Manafort
- May 16, 2018
Judge Jackson added that Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein followed the appropriate rules and possessed the judicial authority when he appointed Mueller to investigate the Russian government's efforts to influence the 2016 USA presidential election. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
Judge Jackson added that Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein followed the appropriate rules and possessed the judicial authority when he appointed Mueller to investigate the Russian government's efforts to influence the 2016 USA presidential election. (more...)
Title Match Confirmed For WWE Raw This Week
- May 16, 2018
Reigns promises to do what he needs to do to get revenge on Jinder. Reigns, who was on the verge of booking his ticket to this year's Money in the Bank ladder match was seemingly distracted by "The Modern Day Maharaja" in the closing stages of the contest, allowing Sami Zayn to capitalize and connect with a Helluva Kick. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
Reigns promises to do what he needs to do to get revenge on Jinder. Reigns, who was on the verge of booking his ticket to this year's Money in the Bank ladder match was seemingly distracted by "The Modern Day Maharaja" in the closing stages of the contest, allowing Sami Zayn to capitalize and connect with a Helluva Kick. (more...)
Unwind In Our Resorts: Kerala Tourism's Cheeky Dig At Karnataka Lawmakers
- May 16, 2018
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM :Cashing in on the split verdict in the Karnataka elections, Kerala grabbed the headlines in the social media on Tuesday with Kerala Tourism tweeting a text from its official Twitter handle, inviting all MLAs in Karnataka to unwind at the safe and attractive resorts in the state, which is famous for its pristine beaches, serene backwaters, historic sites and monuments, lush green forests, thriving wildlife and traditional art forms. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM :Cashing in on the split verdict in the Karnataka elections, Kerala grabbed the headlines in the social media on Tuesday with Kerala Tourism tweeting a text from its official Twitter handle, inviting all MLAs in Karnataka to unwind at the safe and attractive resorts in the state, which is famous for its pristine beaches, serene backwaters, historic sites and monuments, lush green forests, thriving wildlife and traditional art forms. (more...)
It's a Mother's Day engagement for Taraji P. Henson
- May 16, 2018
The " Empire " actress announced the news on Instagram on Monday, May 14 by sharing a close-up picture of the couple holding hands on top of a dinner table, and her diamond sparkler is clearly on display. We're absolutely delighted for her! "I go back there and I go, 'Ronald's not into violins, what's going on here?'" she continued. "I think he was trying to wait, and he couldn't wait, 'cause he had the ring, and I guess it was burning a hole in his pocket", Henson recalled. (more...)
- May 16, 2018
The " Empire " actress announced the news on Instagram on Monday, May 14 by sharing a close-up picture of the couple holding hands on top of a dinner table, and her diamond sparkler is clearly on display. We're absolutely delighted for her! "I go back there and I go, 'Ronald's not into violins, what's going on here?'" she continued. "I think he was trying to wait, and he couldn't wait, 'cause he had the ring, and I guess it was burning a hole in his pocket", Henson recalled. (more...)
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