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Russian Military Downed Malaysian Flight
- May 26, 2018
The airliner was hit by a Russian-made missile on July 17, 2014, with 298 people on board, two-thirds of them Dutch, over territory held by pro-Russian separatists. "That a sophisticated weapon belonging to the Russian Army was dispatched and used to shoot down a civilian aircraft should be of grave global concern", Ms Bishop said in response to the latest report. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
The airliner was hit by a Russian-made missile on July 17, 2014, with 298 people on board, two-thirds of them Dutch, over territory held by pro-Russian separatists. "That a sophisticated weapon belonging to the Russian Army was dispatched and used to shoot down a civilian aircraft should be of grave global concern", Ms Bishop said in response to the latest report. (more...)
Mass. Researchers Help Find ‘Holy Grail Of Shipwrecks’ With $17 Billion Treasure
- May 26, 2018
This undated image made from a mosaic of photos taken by an autonomous underwater vehicle, released by the Colombian Institute of Anthropology and History, shows the remains of the Spanish galleon San Jose . REMUS got even closer on later missions to reveal engraved dolphins on the unique cannons. The REMUS 6000 was deployed in June 2015 to scour a massive search area for the shipwreck . (more...)
- May 26, 2018
This undated image made from a mosaic of photos taken by an autonomous underwater vehicle, released by the Colombian Institute of Anthropology and History, shows the remains of the Spanish galleon San Jose . REMUS got even closer on later missions to reveal engraved dolphins on the unique cannons. The REMUS 6000 was deployed in June 2015 to scour a massive search area for the shipwreck . (more...)
Trump strikes deal with China on ZTE
- May 26, 2018
The deal would require ZTE to pay a hefty fine, shake up its management structure and hire American compliance officers, according to The New York Times , which cited a person familiar with the matter. It's unusual for a White House to advance a foreign policy decision that has virtually no congressional support, and so far few lawmakers have said they believe helping ZTE is a good idea. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
The deal would require ZTE to pay a hefty fine, shake up its management structure and hire American compliance officers, according to The New York Times , which cited a person familiar with the matter. It's unusual for a White House to advance a foreign policy decision that has virtually no congressional support, and so far few lawmakers have said they believe helping ZTE is a good idea. (more...)
2 injured in IN school shooting, suspect arrested
- May 26, 2018
Students tell us a 13-year-old girl was hit. The suspect was not injured. Indiana University Health spokeswoman Danielle Sirilla said the teacher was taken to IU Health Methodist Hospital and the wounded student was taken to Riley Hospital for Children. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
Students tell us a 13-year-old girl was hit. The suspect was not injured. Indiana University Health spokeswoman Danielle Sirilla said the teacher was taken to IU Health Methodist Hospital and the wounded student was taken to Riley Hospital for Children. (more...)
Iran presses European Union on measures to salvage nuclear deal
- May 26, 2018
Iran expected this package by the end of May, he said , adding that Iran had only "a few weeks" before having to decide whether to keep participating in the deal or not. The package is meant to compensate for Washington's withdrawal from the agreement. Iran's supreme leader set out conditions on Wednesday for Iran to stay in the deal: unless Europe guarantees Iran's oil sales will not be hurt, Tehran would resume enrichment of nuclear material . (more...)
- May 26, 2018
Iran expected this package by the end of May, he said , adding that Iran had only "a few weeks" before having to decide whether to keep participating in the deal or not. The package is meant to compensate for Washington's withdrawal from the agreement. Iran's supreme leader set out conditions on Wednesday for Iran to stay in the deal: unless Europe guarantees Iran's oil sales will not be hurt, Tehran would resume enrichment of nuclear material . (more...)
Explosion At Mississauga, Ont. Restaurant Bombay Bhel Injures 15 People
- May 26, 2018
Minister of Justice, Bill Blair, spoke about the incident during question period at the House of Commons and said there is no indication of a national threat. The men entered the restaurant and set down what appeared to be a paint can or pail, which exploded after they fled, Sergeant Matt Bertram told the New York Times . (more...)
- May 26, 2018
Minister of Justice, Bill Blair, spoke about the incident during question period at the House of Commons and said there is no indication of a national threat. The men entered the restaurant and set down what appeared to be a paint can or pail, which exploded after they fled, Sergeant Matt Bertram told the New York Times . (more...)
GUILTY: Emile Cilliers convicted of wife's attempted murder
- May 26, 2018
Cilliers, 38, of the Royal Army Physical Training Corps, told Winchester crown court that a "random killer" may have sabotaged his 42-year-old wife's rig at the Army Parachute Association at Netheravon, Wiltshire, on 5 April 2015. He also suggested that the jury needed to consider whether she had tampered with her own parachute because she wanted to kill herself. Mrs Cilliers also changed her will the same month to stop her husband from being her beneficiary - a fact he only learned when ... (more...)
- May 26, 2018
Cilliers, 38, of the Royal Army Physical Training Corps, told Winchester crown court that a "random killer" may have sabotaged his 42-year-old wife's rig at the Army Parachute Association at Netheravon, Wiltshire, on 5 April 2015. He also suggested that the jury needed to consider whether she had tampered with her own parachute because she wanted to kill herself. Mrs Cilliers also changed her will the same month to stop her husband from being her beneficiary - a fact he only learned when ... (more...)
Management purge, United States oversight & $1.3bn fine: Trump’s terms to reopen ZTE
- May 26, 2018
The Commerce Department will lift a seven-year ban on ZTE's ability to buy American parts, which was imposed after the company violated USA sanctions and did business with Iran and North Korea. The company has lost over $ 3 billion since the April 15th ban on doing business with US suppliers, according to a source familiar with the matter. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
The Commerce Department will lift a seven-year ban on ZTE's ability to buy American parts, which was imposed after the company violated USA sanctions and did business with Iran and North Korea. The company has lost over $ 3 billion since the April 15th ban on doing business with US suppliers, according to a source familiar with the matter. (more...)
Unidentified wolf-like animal shot in Montana puzzles wildlife officials
- May 26, 2018
The odd discovery was made May 16 by a man who shot the canine because it tried to chow down on his livestock in the tiny town of Denton, officials said in a press release. A DNA sample was sent for testing, with a spokesperson admitting there was little chance of any consensus on the animal's origin until they came back. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
The odd discovery was made May 16 by a man who shot the canine because it tried to chow down on his livestock in the tiny town of Denton, officials said in a press release. A DNA sample was sent for testing, with a spokesperson admitting there was little chance of any consensus on the animal's origin until they came back. (more...)
Trump lawyer met Russian oligarch shortly before inauguration
- May 26, 2018
Intrater's lawyer, Richard Owens, said that "Columbus Nova has cooperated with all requests for documents and information from federal authorities". -Russian ties on January 9, 2017, in Cohen's Trump Tower office, just feet away from the president-elect. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
Intrater's lawyer, Richard Owens, said that "Columbus Nova has cooperated with all requests for documents and information from federal authorities". -Russian ties on January 9, 2017, in Cohen's Trump Tower office, just feet away from the president-elect. (more...)
Irish Voters Set To Liberalize Abortion Laws In Landslide, Exit Poll Signals
- May 26, 2018
Votes will be counted beginning Saturday morning, with an announcement expected during the afternoon. As a result, thousands of Irish women make the trip overseas, often to England, to have an abortion. The ban has led to thousands of women travelling each year to neighbouring Britain, where terminations are legal, or increasingly turning to abortion pills sold online. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
Votes will be counted beginning Saturday morning, with an announcement expected during the afternoon. As a result, thousands of Irish women make the trip overseas, often to England, to have an abortion. The ban has led to thousands of women travelling each year to neighbouring Britain, where terminations are legal, or increasingly turning to abortion pills sold online. (more...)
Man Discovers Handgun Impaled In Front Bumper Of Car
- May 26, 2018
When the "object" ended up striking his vehicle, he apparently didn't know it got stuck. When he stopped for gas 18 miles (29 kilometers) later, he discovered it was a handgun. Lakewood Police Detective Chris Lawler says the handgun may be connected to a shooting Wednesday night at Harry Todd Park, not far from the freeway. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
When the "object" ended up striking his vehicle, he apparently didn't know it got stuck. When he stopped for gas 18 miles (29 kilometers) later, he discovered it was a handgun. Lakewood Police Detective Chris Lawler says the handgun may be connected to a shooting Wednesday night at Harry Todd Park, not far from the freeway. (more...)
Trump Does More to Introduce Anti-Russia Sanctions Than Obama Did - Pompeo
- May 26, 2018
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said on Wednesday that American officials in Pakistan "are not being treated well". The US-India relationship enjoys bipartisan support in the US Congress. My guess is that that number will be smaller still", he said. Specific issues - South Central Asia issues, Southeast Asia issues. "Please know that it is in my heart and it is important and we can do that", he asserted . (more...)
- May 26, 2018
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said on Wednesday that American officials in Pakistan "are not being treated well". The US-India relationship enjoys bipartisan support in the US Congress. My guess is that that number will be smaller still", he said. Specific issues - South Central Asia issues, Southeast Asia issues. "Please know that it is in my heart and it is important and we can do that", he asserted . (more...)
Japan passport overtakes Singapore's as world's most powerful
- May 26, 2018
Meanwhile, the fastest climber on the index is the United Arab Emirates, which has risen 38 spots to 23rd place since 2008. Henley & Partners informed that the UAE's climb is because the country has secured this year many more new visa waivers than any other nation in the world. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
Meanwhile, the fastest climber on the index is the United Arab Emirates, which has risen 38 spots to 23rd place since 2008. Henley & Partners informed that the UAE's climb is because the country has secured this year many more new visa waivers than any other nation in the world. (more...)
'Flags In' Memorial Day tradition continues at Arlington National Cemetery
- May 26, 2018
Forest Lake - Lakeside Memorial Park: A Memorial Day service will begin at 9 a.m. Monday, which will include music, prayer, speakers, a laying of wreaths, and a rifle salute. Blue Crosses designating the graves of auxiliary members, and Gold Stars will be placed at the graves of mothers of fallen soldiers. His son, also an Eagle Scout, is a member of The Old Guard. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
Forest Lake - Lakeside Memorial Park: A Memorial Day service will begin at 9 a.m. Monday, which will include music, prayer, speakers, a laying of wreaths, and a rifle salute. Blue Crosses designating the graves of auxiliary members, and Gold Stars will be placed at the graves of mothers of fallen soldiers. His son, also an Eagle Scout, is a member of The Old Guard. (more...)
Yulia Skripal, daughter of poisoned Russian spy, in her own words
- May 26, 2018
A Russian embassy spokesman said: " We are glad to have seen Yulia Skripal alive and well ". Britain blames Russian Federation for poisoning the Skripals with a military-grade nerve agent - a charge Russian Federation vehemently denies . (more...)
- May 26, 2018
A Russian embassy spokesman said: " We are glad to have seen Yulia Skripal alive and well ". Britain blames Russian Federation for poisoning the Skripals with a military-grade nerve agent - a charge Russian Federation vehemently denies . (more...)
Putin: We're held hostage to political strife around Trump
- May 26, 2018
Putin and Macron met in France previous year, just weeks after Macron's inauguration. The three-day St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) continues on Friday, May 25 in Russia's second largest city. Macron said that Trump had, de facto, lost an global argument over the Paris climate change agreement because the worldwide consensus in support of the accord had held, even though Trump had made a decision to exit the deal. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
Putin and Macron met in France previous year, just weeks after Macron's inauguration. The three-day St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) continues on Friday, May 25 in Russia's second largest city. Macron said that Trump had, de facto, lost an global argument over the Paris climate change agreement because the worldwide consensus in support of the accord had held, even though Trump had made a decision to exit the deal. (more...)
Operators of Monmouth Park Say Sports Betting Delay Cost Them $139 Million
- May 26, 2018
In 1992, the federal government barred states from authorizing sports gambling on the grounds that it threatened the integrity of athletics. This comes after the United States Supreme Court ruled to lift a previous law that banned all sports betting in but four states. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
In 1992, the federal government barred states from authorizing sports gambling on the grounds that it threatened the integrity of athletics. This comes after the United States Supreme Court ruled to lift a previous law that banned all sports betting in but four states. (more...)
Joplin Public Library launches summer reading program
- May 26, 2018
Shanna Turner, children and young adult services coordinator at the library, said the objective of the reading program is to prevent the "summer slide". In addition, there are also special events planned for the library's adult patrons. The goal of this Ready to Read grant is focused on early literacy readiness for all children in Oregon. (more...)
- May 26, 2018
Shanna Turner, children and young adult services coordinator at the library, said the objective of the reading program is to prevent the "summer slide". In addition, there are also special events planned for the library's adult patrons. The goal of this Ready to Read grant is focused on early literacy readiness for all children in Oregon. (more...)
Jeremy Corbyn has called for a united Ireland
- May 26, 2018
They added that Mr Corbyn "respects the Belfast Agreement and the process". The Labour MP will address students at Queen's University Belfast, where he will praise the Good Friday peace treaty signed by Tony Blair . Mr Corbyn will also repeat Labour Party opposition to either a hard post-Brexit border at the Irish border or moving that border to the Irish Sea. "That is why Labour has put forward a plan that would go a long way to solving this issue, a plan for which I believe there is ... (more...)
- May 26, 2018
They added that Mr Corbyn "respects the Belfast Agreement and the process". The Labour MP will address students at Queen's University Belfast, where he will praise the Good Friday peace treaty signed by Tony Blair . Mr Corbyn will also repeat Labour Party opposition to either a hard post-Brexit border at the Irish border or moving that border to the Irish Sea. "That is why Labour has put forward a plan that would go a long way to solving this issue, a plan for which I believe there is ... (more...)
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