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$1.7b fine for China's ZTE to stay in business
- May 28, 2018
Based in the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen, ZTE is a leading global provider of telecom equipment, networking solutions and one of the world's fastest-growing smartphone manufacturers. "Now congress will need to act". The telecom company has become entwined in high-stakes trade talks between the USA and China. People briefed on the meeting said lawmakers were told to give the administration room to negotiate the matter and asked them to tone down public criticism of the deal. (more...)
- May 28, 2018
Based in the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen, ZTE is a leading global provider of telecom equipment, networking solutions and one of the world's fastest-growing smartphone manufacturers. "Now congress will need to act". The telecom company has become entwined in high-stakes trade talks between the USA and China. People briefed on the meeting said lawmakers were told to give the administration room to negotiate the matter and asked them to tone down public criticism of the deal. (more...)
Populist fury after Italian president scuppers new government
- May 28, 2018
Italians had entered the weekend thinking such a government might be just days away from taking power. Earlier Sunday, an Italian economics-focused website, scenarieconomici.it, carried a statement from Savona that appeared aimed at assuaging doubts about his commitment to the euro currency and the European Union's rules. (more...)
- May 28, 2018
Italians had entered the weekend thinking such a government might be just days away from taking power. Earlier Sunday, an Italian economics-focused website, scenarieconomici.it, carried a statement from Savona that appeared aimed at assuaging doubts about his commitment to the euro currency and the European Union's rules. (more...)
Real-Life Spider-Man Scrambles Up Building To Save A Dangling Child
- May 28, 2018
Footage of the incident was caught on video and shared on social media with many calling the man, identified as Mamoudou Gassama , a hero. In just 30 seconds, Gassama scaled four stories of the building, pulling himself from balcony to balcony until he reached the child and lifted him to safety. (more...)
- May 28, 2018
Footage of the incident was caught on video and shared on social media with many calling the man, identified as Mamoudou Gassama , a hero. In just 30 seconds, Gassama scaled four stories of the building, pulling himself from balcony to balcony until he reached the child and lifted him to safety. (more...)
Hawaii volcano explosions shoot ash to 11,000ft as lava swamps road
- May 28, 2018
However, a spokesperson for the geothermal plant told Hawaii News Now the lava is actually only 40 metres away from the nearest well, but said there was no indication any of the wells will be breached. Scientists believe the volcanic activity may be a precursor to a major eruption similar to the one that shook the island in the mid-1920s. Lava-filled fissures have torn apart chunks of the southeastern side of the Big Island over the past three weeks as Kilaeau has become more active. (more...)
- May 28, 2018
However, a spokesperson for the geothermal plant told Hawaii News Now the lava is actually only 40 metres away from the nearest well, but said there was no indication any of the wells will be breached. Scientists believe the volcanic activity may be a precursor to a major eruption similar to the one that shook the island in the mid-1920s. Lava-filled fissures have torn apart chunks of the southeastern side of the Big Island over the past three weeks as Kilaeau has become more active. (more...)
Woman escapes boyfriend by slipping note to veterinarian office asking for help
- May 28, 2018
Please don't let him know, ' according to ABC News . The woman told police Floyd had allegedly held her captive for two days and "repeatedly battered her on Wednesday night, threatened her at gunpoint, and physically prevented her from leaving their home". (more...)
- May 28, 2018
Please don't let him know, ' according to ABC News . The woman told police Floyd had allegedly held her captive for two days and "repeatedly battered her on Wednesday night, threatened her at gunpoint, and physically prevented her from leaving their home". (more...)
White House wants briefing on classified info: Giuliani
- May 28, 2018
Nunes has been quiet about what exactly he hopes to learn about the informant, saying only that his request is part of an oversight investigation into potential political bias and abuse of power within the Justice Department as it relates to the Russian Federation investigation . (more...)
- May 28, 2018
Nunes has been quiet about what exactly he hopes to learn about the informant, saying only that his request is part of an oversight investigation into potential political bias and abuse of power within the Justice Department as it relates to the Russian Federation investigation . (more...)
Teacher corrects mistakes in White House letter, sends it back to Trump
- May 28, 2018
Atlanta resident Yvonne Mason , who retired last year after teaching middle and high school students in SC for 17 years, said that the letter she received bearing the president's signature was littered with mistakes, including 11 instances of improper capitalisation of words including "state" and "president". (more...)
- May 28, 2018
Atlanta resident Yvonne Mason , who retired last year after teaching middle and high school students in SC for 17 years, said that the letter she received bearing the president's signature was littered with mistakes, including 11 instances of improper capitalisation of words including "state" and "president". (more...)
Flash flood surges through Maryland community
- May 28, 2018
The National Weather Service warned: "This is an extremely unsafe and potentially catastrophic situation". Other parts of Maryland also saw flooding including the Catonsville area of Baltimore County and parts of Baltimore City . A video filmed outside the city shows cars abandoned on the streets being devoured by water. Heavy rain is expected to continue in the area through at least 6:15 p.m., the National Weather Service reported. (more...)
- May 28, 2018
The National Weather Service warned: "This is an extremely unsafe and potentially catastrophic situation". Other parts of Maryland also saw flooding including the Catonsville area of Baltimore County and parts of Baltimore City . A video filmed outside the city shows cars abandoned on the streets being devoured by water. Heavy rain is expected to continue in the area through at least 6:15 p.m., the National Weather Service reported. (more...)
Seven firefighters injured in German theme park blaze
- May 28, 2018
The blaze began around the attraction called "The Pirates of Batavia ". The park, described as Germany's largest and Europe's second most popular theme park after Disneyland Paris, evacuated all its visitors after the fire broke out early on Saturday evening. (more...)
- May 28, 2018
The blaze began around the attraction called "The Pirates of Batavia ". The park, described as Germany's largest and Europe's second most popular theme park after Disneyland Paris, evacuated all its visitors after the fire broke out early on Saturday evening. (more...)
Severe weather, flash flooding affecting Ellicott City
- May 28, 2018
Larry Hogan, who declared a state of emergency for the flooded community, was headed there late Sunday for a firsthand look. A witness says she watched cars being swept by flash flooding through a downtown street in Ellicott City . Residents were urged to avoid the area, and those trapped were told to seek higher ground and await rescue. Howard County Fire and EMS say swift water rescue teams from all over the region are converging on Main Street. (more...)
- May 28, 2018
Larry Hogan, who declared a state of emergency for the flooded community, was headed there late Sunday for a firsthand look. A witness says she watched cars being swept by flash flooding through a downtown street in Ellicott City . Residents were urged to avoid the area, and those trapped were told to seek higher ground and await rescue. Howard County Fire and EMS say swift water rescue teams from all over the region are converging on Main Street. (more...)
USA officials in North Korea to prepare for US summit
- May 28, 2018
Moon said both he and Kim had "agreed the June 12 North Korea-U.S. summit must be successfully held". "Looks like it's going along very well". So I think both sides have true incentives to sit down. One can cross the border simply by stepping across a painted line, but moving beyond several footsteps into the North at Panmunjom would be rare for USA officials. (more...)
- May 28, 2018
Moon said both he and Kim had "agreed the June 12 North Korea-U.S. summit must be successfully held". "Looks like it's going along very well". So I think both sides have true incentives to sit down. One can cross the border simply by stepping across a painted line, but moving beyond several footsteps into the North at Panmunjom would be rare for USA officials. (more...)
Former President George H.W. Bush hospitalized again
- May 28, 2018
His April hospital stay came just one day after former first lady Barbara Bush's funeral and burial services . Bush arrived in Kennebunkport last week, about a month after the death of his wife of 73 years, Barbara. The 41st president is spending the summer at the family compound in Kennebunkport . Bush arrived in ME for the summer on May 20, about a month after the death of his wife of 73 years, Barbara. (more...)
- May 28, 2018
His April hospital stay came just one day after former first lady Barbara Bush's funeral and burial services . Bush arrived in Kennebunkport last week, about a month after the death of his wife of 73 years, Barbara. The 41st president is spending the summer at the family compound in Kennebunkport . Bush arrived in ME for the summer on May 20, about a month after the death of his wife of 73 years, Barbara. (more...)
First photos purporting to show demolition of North Korean nuclear site unveiled
- May 28, 2018
Moon said North Korea was not convinced it could trust security guarantees from the United States. The weekend talks were the latest twist in a week of diplomatic ups and downs over the prospects for an unprecedented U.S. "Unlike what the Failing and Corrupt New York Times would like people to believe, there is ZERO disagreement within the Trump Administration as to how to deal with North Korea.and if there was, it wouldn't matter". (more...)
- May 28, 2018
Moon said North Korea was not convinced it could trust security guarantees from the United States. The weekend talks were the latest twist in a week of diplomatic ups and downs over the prospects for an unprecedented U.S. "Unlike what the Failing and Corrupt New York Times would like people to believe, there is ZERO disagreement within the Trump Administration as to how to deal with North Korea.and if there was, it wouldn't matter". (more...)
Italy's euroskeptic candidate for economy minister seeks to reassure president
- May 28, 2018
Mattarella was expected to ask the former International Monetary Fund official to assemble and lead a government of "technocrats" until early elections. On his new Facebook page, Conte said he had received best wishes for his government in a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron. Mattarella also needs to protect the role of the president, which crucially includes appointing a prime minister and approving his or her cabinet. (more...)
- May 28, 2018
Mattarella was expected to ask the former International Monetary Fund official to assemble and lead a government of "technocrats" until early elections. On his new Facebook page, Conte said he had received best wishes for his government in a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron. Mattarella also needs to protect the role of the president, which crucially includes appointing a prime minister and approving his or her cabinet. (more...)
Armed Citizen Killed A Suspect During Oklahoma City Restaurant Shooting
- May 28, 2018
A woman and a girl were shot after the gunman walked into the busy restaurant. "There is no indication of terrorism at this point", police said . Heroes is a great terminology. Obtaining such a licence requires a background check and at least 72 hours of training. "She's still pretty shook up", Will said. Mr Tilghman shot at people from the front door of the restaurant, but he did not enter the premises. (more...)
- May 28, 2018
A woman and a girl were shot after the gunman walked into the busy restaurant. "There is no indication of terrorism at this point", police said . Heroes is a great terminology. Obtaining such a licence requires a background check and at least 72 hours of training. "She's still pretty shook up", Will said. Mr Tilghman shot at people from the front door of the restaurant, but he did not enter the premises. (more...)
China Warns 2 American Warships in South China Sea
- May 28, 2018
China accused the vessels USS Higgins and the USS Antietam of entering thier territorial waters without permission. Beijing has been redeploying significant military forces to the region, including bombers, surface-to-air and anti-ship cruise missiles. (more...)
- May 28, 2018
China accused the vessels USS Higgins and the USS Antietam of entering thier territorial waters without permission. Beijing has been redeploying significant military forces to the region, including bombers, surface-to-air and anti-ship cruise missiles. (more...)
Danica Patrick crashes out of final race at Indianapolis 500
- May 28, 2018
The 37-year-old Australian did just that in a dominant performance for Team Penske. Starting from the pole position, Carpenter led 63 of the first 92 laps and had a nice little duel with Tony Kanaan for the top spot before a flat tire took the 2013 Indy 500 victor out of the mix. (more...)
- May 28, 2018
The 37-year-old Australian did just that in a dominant performance for Team Penske. Starting from the pole position, Carpenter led 63 of the first 92 laps and had a nice little duel with Tony Kanaan for the top spot before a flat tire took the 2013 Indy 500 victor out of the mix. (more...)
Lava from Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano breaches geothermal plant property
- May 28, 2018
So far the lava has covered almost 3.5 miles of land, cutting off access to dozens of homes. Some 2,200 acres (890 hectares) of land have been torched by lava since May 3, in what is likely to be the most destructive eruption of Kilauea in more than a century, according to the County of Hawaii. (more...)
- May 28, 2018
So far the lava has covered almost 3.5 miles of land, cutting off access to dozens of homes. Some 2,200 acres (890 hectares) of land have been torched by lava since May 3, in what is likely to be the most destructive eruption of Kilauea in more than a century, according to the County of Hawaii. (more...)
Four Russian Soldiers Killed In Syria
- May 28, 2018
At least four Russian combatants have been killed by militants in the eastern Syrian province of Deir al-Zour. Some 43 "terrorists" were killed in the one-hour fighting. The RIA Novosti agency said that "a few mobile terrorist groups" had attacked the Syrian army's artillery battery during the night. A group of Russian private military contractors, who were helping Syrian and Russian forces in the drive against Takfiri terrorists in Dayr al-Zawr, were killed in early February when they ... (more...)
- May 28, 2018
At least four Russian combatants have been killed by militants in the eastern Syrian province of Deir al-Zour. Some 43 "terrorists" were killed in the one-hour fighting. The RIA Novosti agency said that "a few mobile terrorist groups" had attacked the Syrian army's artillery battery during the night. A group of Russian private military contractors, who were helping Syrian and Russian forces in the drive against Takfiri terrorists in Dayr al-Zawr, were killed in early February when they ... (more...)
When a 'spy' claim is insane but also totally legit
- May 28, 2018
Top law enforcement and intelligence officials briefed congressional leaders from both parties on Thursday about the F.B.I.'s use of an informant in the Russian Federation investigation, a highly unusual concession to Congress all but ordered by President Trump . (more...)
- May 28, 2018
Top law enforcement and intelligence officials briefed congressional leaders from both parties on Thursday about the F.B.I.'s use of an informant in the Russian Federation investigation, a highly unusual concession to Congress all but ordered by President Trump . (more...)
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