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President Trump Threatens Iran With Historic 'Consequences' in Late-Night Tweet
- July 23, 2018
The tweet comes after Iranian President Hassan Rouhani warned of "the mother of all wars" if America pursued hostile policies against the country. Since the United States president pulled Washington out of the nuclear deal, European countries have been scrambling to ensure that Iran gets enough economic benefits to persuade it to stay in the deal. (more...)
- July 23, 2018
The tweet comes after Iranian President Hassan Rouhani warned of "the mother of all wars" if America pursued hostile policies against the country. Since the United States president pulled Washington out of the nuclear deal, European countries have been scrambling to ensure that Iran gets enough economic benefits to persuade it to stay in the deal. (more...)
Los Angeles shootout: One dead, suspect held after taking hostages at supermarket
- July 23, 2018
Police say a man had shot his grandmother at least seven times , injured another woman and dragged her into his grandmother's vehicle to escape. The hostage situation that played out on live television began around 1:30 p.m. It emerged one person was killed inside the Trader Joe's store. "It's just devastating. I can't believe it", she said, noting how Madison "raised him". (more...)
- July 23, 2018
Police say a man had shot his grandmother at least seven times , injured another woman and dragged her into his grandmother's vehicle to escape. The hostage situation that played out on live television began around 1:30 p.m. It emerged one person was killed inside the Trader Joe's store. "It's just devastating. I can't believe it", she said, noting how Madison "raised him". (more...)
Watch Theresa May slammed by Tory MP: ‘When did Brexit mean Remain?’
- July 23, 2018
Johnson paid tribute to Theresa May for "her courage and her resilience". Before Johnson quit, May's official spokesperson, James Slack, said Britain wanted to "move forward at pace" in the negotiations. During a 12-hour meeting on Friday, May's fractious Cabinet - including Davis - finally agreed on a plan for future trade ties with the EU. Less than nine months remain until Britain leaves the bloc on March 29, 2019, and the European Union has warned Britain repeatedly that time is ... (more...)
- July 23, 2018
Johnson paid tribute to Theresa May for "her courage and her resilience". Before Johnson quit, May's official spokesperson, James Slack, said Britain wanted to "move forward at pace" in the negotiations. During a 12-hour meeting on Friday, May's fractious Cabinet - including Davis - finally agreed on a plan for future trade ties with the EU. Less than nine months remain until Britain leaves the bloc on March 29, 2019, and the European Union has warned Britain repeatedly that time is ... (more...)
Multiple people shot in Toronto
- July 23, 2018
Toronto Paramedic Services said they were transporting eight people to hospital with a range of injuries, including one child. Witnesses say that a man dressed in black opened fire in Greektown on Danforth, a popular area of the city full of restaurants and stores, at around 10pm on Sunday. (more...)
- July 23, 2018
Toronto Paramedic Services said they were transporting eight people to hospital with a range of injuries, including one child. Witnesses say that a man dressed in black opened fire in Greektown on Danforth, a popular area of the city full of restaurants and stores, at around 10pm on Sunday. (more...)
Trump Expected Pravda Questions at Putin Press Conference
- July 23, 2018
Coats and Trump do not have a contentious relationship, officials say, though it's not close. Hillary Clinton is offering a helping hand to immigrants looking to reunite with their families: She says she'll help organize transportation they might not be able to afford. (more...)
- July 23, 2018
Coats and Trump do not have a contentious relationship, officials say, though it's not close. Hillary Clinton is offering a helping hand to immigrants looking to reunite with their families: She says she'll help organize transportation they might not be able to afford. (more...)
Possible Hostage Situation Reported at Silver Lake Trader Joe’s Store: LAPD
- July 23, 2018
Barry Montgomery with LAPD confirms the 28-year-old suspect shot his grandmother and another young woman in the Newton area, then took his grandmother's vehicle. About four to six people climbed out of the store window. After about 30 minutes, he says police came him and rushed them outside. "An unknown number of people have been removed", Montgomery said. (more...)
- July 23, 2018
Barry Montgomery with LAPD confirms the 28-year-old suspect shot his grandmother and another young woman in the Newton area, then took his grandmother's vehicle. About four to six people climbed out of the store window. After about 30 minutes, he says police came him and rushed them outside. "An unknown number of people have been removed", Montgomery said. (more...)
Iran’s Khamenei: ‘Negotiations with United States useless’
- July 22, 2018
In writings and speeches over just the past several months, President Donald Trump's national security adviser John Bolton and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo have made no secret of their desire to overthrow the Iranian government. Among Iranian-Americans attending is Mariam Memarsadeghi, the co-founder of Tavaana E-learning Institute for Iranian Civil Society, who tells RFE/RL she's "deeply appreciative of a USA strategy that puts maximum pressure on [Iran's Supreme Leader Ali] Khamenei ... (more...)
- July 22, 2018
In writings and speeches over just the past several months, President Donald Trump's national security adviser John Bolton and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo have made no secret of their desire to overthrow the Iranian government. Among Iranian-Americans attending is Mariam Memarsadeghi, the co-founder of Tavaana E-learning Institute for Iranian Civil Society, who tells RFE/RL she's "deeply appreciative of a USA strategy that puts maximum pressure on [Iran's Supreme Leader Ali] Khamenei ... (more...)
Trump responds to Cohen taping: 'Your favourite president did nothing wrong'
- July 22, 2018
Staci Bivens has this report . Yet "it remains murky whether and when a NY lawyer can ethically tape without advance disclosure", Harris said. She told CNN's Anderson Cooper in March that her first intimate encounter with Trump was in June 2006 after she met him at the Playboy mansion during a taping there of "The Apprentice". (more...)
- July 22, 2018
Staci Bivens has this report . Yet "it remains murky whether and when a NY lawyer can ethically tape without advance disclosure", Harris said. She told CNN's Anderson Cooper in March that her first intimate encounter with Trump was in June 2006 after she met him at the Playboy mansion during a taping there of "The Apprentice". (more...)
Macron's security aide detained, was filmed beating activist
- July 22, 2018
In the video, a man wearing a police helmet and identification tag was shown dragging a woman away and then beating a demonstrator on May 1. Before he joined the presidential staff he had the role of head of security during Mr Macron's election campaign in 2017. (more...)
- July 22, 2018
In the video, a man wearing a police helmet and identification tag was shown dragging a woman away and then beating a demonstrator on May 1. Before he joined the presidential staff he had the role of head of security during Mr Macron's election campaign in 2017. (more...)
Theresa May warned of 'mass resignations' if more ground given to Brussels
- July 22, 2018
In a swift response, the EU's chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier said the bloc was open to alternative proposals on the border but insisted it be a legally watertight agreement as part of the withdrawal treaty. "We want to de-dramatise this, talk it all down, and so there was surprise at the aggressive tone", one diplomat said. It is very encouraging that the Prime Minister came to Northern Ireland to listen and to understand the concerns of business, on maintaining a common rulebook ... (more...)
- July 22, 2018
In a swift response, the EU's chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier said the bloc was open to alternative proposals on the border but insisted it be a legally watertight agreement as part of the withdrawal treaty. "We want to de-dramatise this, talk it all down, and so there was surprise at the aggressive tone", one diplomat said. It is very encouraging that the Prime Minister came to Northern Ireland to listen and to understand the concerns of business, on maintaining a common rulebook ... (more...)
Trump says Carter Page documents show DoJ and Federal Bureau of Investigation misled courts
- July 22, 2018
In the documents released on Saturday, the Federal Bureau of Investigation cited a source which, it said, had a history of providing reliable information regardless of the source's reasons for conducting research into Mr Trump's ties to Russian Federation. (more...)
- July 22, 2018
In the documents released on Saturday, the Federal Bureau of Investigation cited a source which, it said, had a history of providing reliable information regardless of the source's reasons for conducting research into Mr Trump's ties to Russian Federation. (more...)
FBI Releases Carter Page FISA Warrant Applications
- July 22, 2018
The FBI on Saturday released documents related to the surveillance of Page as part of an investigation into whether he conspired with the Russian government to undermine the 2016 USA election. And further: "The FBI believes that Page has been collaborating and conspiring with the Russian government". It added that "Page has established relationships with Russian Government officials, including Russian intelligence officers". (more...)
- July 22, 2018
The FBI on Saturday released documents related to the surveillance of Page as part of an investigation into whether he conspired with the Russian government to undermine the 2016 USA election. And further: "The FBI believes that Page has been collaborating and conspiring with the Russian government". It added that "Page has established relationships with Russian Government officials, including Russian intelligence officers". (more...)
Singapore personal data hack hits 1.5m
- July 22, 2018
How vulnerable is Singapore to hacking? Linda Martin, director and general manager of RSA Conferences (a series of cybersecurity conferences), added: "The scenario is worrying for industries that rely heavily on public confidence". According to the 2017 Cost of Data Breach Study by Ponemon Institute, a lost/stolen healthcare record fetches US$408. "We must learn from this and emerge stronger and more resilient from this incident". (more...)
- July 22, 2018
How vulnerable is Singapore to hacking? Linda Martin, director and general manager of RSA Conferences (a series of cybersecurity conferences), added: "The scenario is worrying for industries that rely heavily on public confidence". According to the 2017 Cost of Data Breach Study by Ponemon Institute, a lost/stolen healthcare record fetches US$408. "We must learn from this and emerge stronger and more resilient from this incident". (more...)
Khamenei rejects talks with USA, praises Rouhani threat to close Hormuz Strait
- July 22, 2018
The same threat was earlier voiced by President Hassan Rouhani . "It should be abundantly clear that Secretary Pompeo, who called for bombing Iran instead of negotiations, is no friend of the Iranian people". In Washington, U.S. officials familiar with the matter told Reuters that the Trump administration has launched an offensive of speeches and online communications meant to foment unrest and help pressure Iran to end its nuclear programme and its support of militant groups. (more...)
- July 22, 2018
The same threat was earlier voiced by President Hassan Rouhani . "It should be abundantly clear that Secretary Pompeo, who called for bombing Iran instead of negotiations, is no friend of the Iranian people". In Washington, U.S. officials familiar with the matter told Reuters that the Trump administration has launched an offensive of speeches and online communications meant to foment unrest and help pressure Iran to end its nuclear programme and its support of militant groups. (more...)
Fox News' Kimberly Guilfoyle Leaving Network for Campaign Trail
- July 22, 2018
It's not yet clear when she plans on leaving Fox News . As per a tweet from Vanity Fair correspondent Gabriel Sherman, Don Jr.'s girlfriend of mere months is leaving her post at Fox News . Guilfoyle's last appearance on " The Five " was last Tuesday. Guilfoyle's name has come up in the past regarding a possible role in the Trump administration. (more...)
- July 22, 2018
It's not yet clear when she plans on leaving Fox News . As per a tweet from Vanity Fair correspondent Gabriel Sherman, Don Jr.'s girlfriend of mere months is leaving her post at Fox News . Guilfoyle's last appearance on " The Five " was last Tuesday. Guilfoyle's name has come up in the past regarding a possible role in the Trump administration. (more...)
Israel Helps Rescue Humanitarian Workers From Syria
- July 22, 2018
Members of the Civil Defence, also known as the "White Helmets" , are seen inspecting the damage at a Roman ruin site in Daraa, Syria December 23, 2017. The White Helmets typically have operated in opposition-held areas across Syria, places where government services are nearly non-existent, voluntarily risking their lives to save hundreds of civilian lives during relentless government airstrikes and bombardments. (more...)
- July 22, 2018
Members of the Civil Defence, also known as the "White Helmets" , are seen inspecting the damage at a Roman ruin site in Daraa, Syria December 23, 2017. The White Helmets typically have operated in opposition-held areas across Syria, places where government services are nearly non-existent, voluntarily risking their lives to save hundreds of civilian lives during relentless government airstrikes and bombardments. (more...)
Florida man shot and killed over parking spot
- July 22, 2018
That's when McGlockton, who is black, exited the store and approached Drejka, shoving him violently to the ground with both hands, surveillance video shows. Petersburg Maria Scruggs said. "It's a wrongful death", Jacobs said to the Tampa Bay Times . Jacobs is seen parking in a handicapped spot on the side of the building, although there are several other spaces free in the parking lot. (more...)
- July 22, 2018
That's when McGlockton, who is black, exited the store and approached Drejka, shoving him violently to the ground with both hands, surveillance video shows. Petersburg Maria Scruggs said. "It's a wrongful death", Jacobs said to the Tampa Bay Times . Jacobs is seen parking in a handicapped spot on the side of the building, although there are several other spaces free in the parking lot. (more...)
Rouhani says conflict with Iran would be 'mother of all wars'
- July 22, 2018
Iran is facing increased USA pressure and looming sanctions after Mr Trump's decision to pull out of the 2015 global deal meant to prevent Tehran from developing nuclear weapons . "I have long pointed out that it is not possible to count on the words and even the signatures of the Americans, so negotiations with the United States are of no avail", he said. (more...)
- July 22, 2018
Iran is facing increased USA pressure and looming sanctions after Mr Trump's decision to pull out of the 2015 global deal meant to prevent Tehran from developing nuclear weapons . "I have long pointed out that it is not possible to count on the words and even the signatures of the Americans, so negotiations with the United States are of no avail", he said. (more...)
Putin: Meeting with Trump was "successful"
- July 22, 2018
Trump and Montenegro have a bit of a history: The U.S. president appeared to shove Montenegrin Prime Minister Dusko Markovic aside at a North Atlantic Treaty Organisation summit a year ago, the first at which Montenegro was represented. "They may get aggressive, and congratulations, you're in World War III", Trump responded. Dan Coats said his "admittedly awkward response" to news of a second summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin "was in no way meant to be disrespectful or ... (more...)
- July 22, 2018
Trump and Montenegro have a bit of a history: The U.S. president appeared to shove Montenegrin Prime Minister Dusko Markovic aside at a North Atlantic Treaty Organisation summit a year ago, the first at which Montenegro was represented. "They may get aggressive, and congratulations, you're in World War III", Trump responded. Dan Coats said his "admittedly awkward response" to news of a second summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin "was in no way meant to be disrespectful or ... (more...)
William and Kate haven't told Prince George that he will be King
- July 22, 2018
Standing with his hands behind his back against a wall in the garden of his grandfather Prince Charles's London home, the young royal was photographed after his brother Prince Louis's christening on July 9. His full name is His Royal Highness Prince George Alexander Louis of Cambridge. Prince George meets a bilby called George at the Bilby Enclosure, named for the prince, at Sydney's Taronga Zoo on April 20. (more...)
- July 22, 2018
Standing with his hands behind his back against a wall in the garden of his grandfather Prince Charles's London home, the young royal was photographed after his brother Prince Louis's christening on July 9. His full name is His Royal Highness Prince George Alexander Louis of Cambridge. Prince George meets a bilby called George at the Bilby Enclosure, named for the prince, at Sydney's Taronga Zoo on April 20. (more...)
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