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US senators ask Assange to testify in Russia probe
- August 10, 2018
WikiLeaks says Assange is "considering the offer but testimony must conform to a high ethical standard ". There was also no immediate confirmation from the Senate committee. Assange was granted political asylum by Ecuador for the objective of avoiding extradition to the USA, where he is believed to be wanted for leaking government secrets. (more...)
- August 10, 2018
WikiLeaks says Assange is "considering the offer but testimony must conform to a high ethical standard ". There was also no immediate confirmation from the Senate committee. Assange was granted political asylum by Ecuador for the objective of avoiding extradition to the USA, where he is believed to be wanted for leaking government secrets. (more...)
Imran Khan to appear before court in relation to misuse of helicopters
- August 10, 2018
A total of 270 National Assembly (NA) and 571 Provincial Assembly seats together comprised the total number. DawnNewsTV sources have also put Imran Ismail as a candidate to become the new Governor Sindh. Qureshi insisted the opposition would not be able to undermine the new government and quoted Khan as saying during Monday's meeting that all they can do is "create a rumpus". (more...)
- August 10, 2018
A total of 270 National Assembly (NA) and 571 Provincial Assembly seats together comprised the total number. DawnNewsTV sources have also put Imran Ismail as a candidate to become the new Governor Sindh. Qureshi insisted the opposition would not be able to undermine the new government and quoted Khan as saying during Monday's meeting that all they can do is "create a rumpus". (more...)
Incredible "firenado" caught on camera in England
- August 10, 2018
Derbyshire Police have said an investigation into the cause of the fire is under way and are appealing for anyone with information to come forward. The fire at the Ravensbourn plastics factory, in Occupation Lane, in Woodville, began just after 1.40am on August 7 with 10 fire engines from three separate counties sent to tackle the blaze. (more...)
- August 10, 2018
Derbyshire Police have said an investigation into the cause of the fire is under way and are appealing for anyone with information to come forward. The fire at the Ravensbourn plastics factory, in Occupation Lane, in Woodville, began just after 1.40am on August 7 with 10 fire engines from three separate counties sent to tackle the blaze. (more...)
Leaked recording: Nunes says Rosenstein impeachment would delay Supreme Court pick
- August 10, 2018
The California 22nd Congressional District congressman was apparently pitching himself and the Republican Party at large as a buffer for Trump, who, among several members of his election campaign, is a subject in the special counsel Robert Mueller's Russian Federation investigation. (more...)
- August 10, 2018
The California 22nd Congressional District congressman was apparently pitching himself and the Republican Party at large as a buffer for Trump, who, among several members of his election campaign, is a subject in the special counsel Robert Mueller's Russian Federation investigation. (more...)
Shooting in Canadian city leaves at least 4 dead, police say
- August 10, 2018
Another police tweet said one person was taken into custody but gave no details of the shooting. One person has been arrested in relation to the shooting. He said he's been sitting on the floor of his apartment away from the windows while police continue to search the complex. The Winnipeg native, who lives immediately off Brookside, said residents have been advised to stay inside with their doors locked. (more...)
- August 10, 2018
Another police tweet said one person was taken into custody but gave no details of the shooting. One person has been arrested in relation to the shooting. He said he's been sitting on the floor of his apartment away from the windows while police continue to search the complex. The Winnipeg native, who lives immediately off Brookside, said residents have been advised to stay inside with their doors locked. (more...)
US imposes sanctions on Russia for nerve agent attack in UK
- August 10, 2018
Vladimir Vasilyev, a senior researcher at the Institute of the U.S. and Canada in Moscow , said the Americans were strengthening sanctions "from an element of pressure into an ultimatum ". Such technologies have often been used in items including electronic devices as well as calibration equipment. Other exemptions could be granted on a case-by-case basis. (more...)
- August 10, 2018
Vladimir Vasilyev, a senior researcher at the Institute of the U.S. and Canada in Moscow , said the Americans were strengthening sanctions "from an element of pressure into an ultimatum ". Such technologies have often been used in items including electronic devices as well as calibration equipment. Other exemptions could be granted on a case-by-case basis. (more...)
Koreas prepare for summit as North asks USA to ease sanctions
- August 10, 2018
Those followed contentious remarks last week by U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and North Korean Foreign Minister Ri Yong Ho on the sidelines of a regional summit in Singapore. "However, the US responded to our expectation by inciting global sanctions and pressure against the DPRK", the statement read, using an acronym for North Korea's official name. (more...)
- August 10, 2018
Those followed contentious remarks last week by U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and North Korean Foreign Minister Ri Yong Ho on the sidelines of a regional summit in Singapore. "However, the US responded to our expectation by inciting global sanctions and pressure against the DPRK", the statement read, using an acronym for North Korea's official name. (more...)
With his back to the wall, Najib faces a grim court battle
- August 10, 2018
In a packed Kuala Lumpur courtroom, the three new charges were read out to Najib. Former prime minister Najib Razak left the Jalan Duta Court Complex here this afternoon amid heavy police escort after claiming trial to three charges of money laundering . (more...)
- August 10, 2018
In a packed Kuala Lumpur courtroom, the three new charges were read out to Najib. Former prime minister Najib Razak left the Jalan Duta Court Complex here this afternoon amid heavy police escort after claiming trial to three charges of money laundering . (more...)
Saudi Arabia Cuts Trade Ties With Canada Following Diplomatic Row
- August 10, 2018
Saudi state airline Saudia also announced Monday that it would suspend flights to and from Toronto starting August 13. Countries in the Middle East are not exactly known for men supporting women in living their best lives. Samar's brother, Raif Badawi, is a blogger who was arrested in 2012 and sentenced to 10 years in prison and 1,000 lashes for criticizing the Saudi clerics, for which he was convicted of "insulting Islam". (more...)
- August 10, 2018
Saudi state airline Saudia also announced Monday that it would suspend flights to and from Toronto starting August 13. Countries in the Middle East are not exactly known for men supporting women in living their best lives. Samar's brother, Raif Badawi, is a blogger who was arrested in 2012 and sentenced to 10 years in prison and 1,000 lashes for criticizing the Saudi clerics, for which he was convicted of "insulting Islam". (more...)
Iran Sympathizes with Indonesia over Fatal Quake
- August 10, 2018
A father accompanies his injured child outside of Tanjung hospital, after an quake hit in Lombok Utara, Indonesia August 6, 2018. After a 6.1 quake on July 28 that killed many on the Indonesian Tourist Island of Lombok a 7.1-magnitude natural disaster on Sunday night made this situation so much worse. (more...)
- August 10, 2018
A father accompanies his injured child outside of Tanjung hospital, after an quake hit in Lombok Utara, Indonesia August 6, 2018. After a 6.1 quake on July 28 that killed many on the Indonesian Tourist Island of Lombok a 7.1-magnitude natural disaster on Sunday night made this situation so much worse. (more...)
Dozens killed, including children, in Yemen air strikes
- August 10, 2018
The head of the humanitarian organisation's delegation in the country, Johannes Bruwer, later tweeted that "scores" had been killed and "even more injured, most under the age of 10" . Turki al-Malki said the attack was "a legitimate military action, conducted in conformity with worldwide humanitarian law". Saudi Arabia and Arab allies have been fighting in Yemen for more than three years against the Iran-backed Houthis, who control much of northern Yemen including the capital Sanaa and ... (more...)
- August 10, 2018
The head of the humanitarian organisation's delegation in the country, Johannes Bruwer, later tweeted that "scores" had been killed and "even more injured, most under the age of 10" . Turki al-Malki said the attack was "a legitimate military action, conducted in conformity with worldwide humanitarian law". Saudi Arabia and Arab allies have been fighting in Yemen for more than three years against the Iran-backed Houthis, who control much of northern Yemen including the capital Sanaa and ... (more...)
Theresa May backs calls for Boris Johnson to apologise over burka comments
- August 10, 2018
The former foreign secretary sparked outrage on Monday for saying he found the covering worn by some Muslim women "oppressive" and questioned why they would "go around looking like letter boxes". Conservative backbench MP Andrew Bridgen said Mr Johnson had raised an important subject in a "light-hearted way". "Clearly the Tory party has an issue with Islamophobia, but over 24 hours later the Prime Minister is still yet to say a word". (more...)
- August 10, 2018
The former foreign secretary sparked outrage on Monday for saying he found the covering worn by some Muslim women "oppressive" and questioned why they would "go around looking like letter boxes". Conservative backbench MP Andrew Bridgen said Mr Johnson had raised an important subject in a "light-hearted way". "Clearly the Tory party has an issue with Islamophobia, but over 24 hours later the Prime Minister is still yet to say a word". (more...)
Manafort Trial Defense Chips Away at Credibility of Star Witness Gates
- August 09, 2018
Ellis also criticized the prosecution for having one of their witnesses, IRS revenue agent Michael Welch , in the room to hear other witness testimony. Manafort, seated at the defence table, stared intently at Gates while his defence attorney hammered him with aggressive questions, but his former business partner carefully avoided his gaze. (more...)
- August 09, 2018
Ellis also criticized the prosecution for having one of their witnesses, IRS revenue agent Michael Welch , in the room to hear other witness testimony. Manafort, seated at the defence table, stared intently at Gates while his defence attorney hammered him with aggressive questions, but his former business partner carefully avoided his gaze. (more...)
Trump administration tout groundwork for future 'space force'
- August 09, 2018
Pence: "The time has come to establish the United States Space Force". "Space Force" is the name given by Donald Trump to the idea of a new, free-standing military department focussed specifically on space. "The Space Force is the next and natural evolution of American military strength". The Pentagon will also begin pulling space experts from across the military and setting up a separate acquisitions office, dedicated to buying satellites and developing new technology to help it win ... (more...)
- August 09, 2018
Pence: "The time has come to establish the United States Space Force". "Space Force" is the name given by Donald Trump to the idea of a new, free-standing military department focussed specifically on space. "The Space Force is the next and natural evolution of American military strength". The Pentagon will also begin pulling space experts from across the military and setting up a separate acquisitions office, dedicated to buying satellites and developing new technology to help it win ... (more...)
Lawmakers reject Argentina abortion bill
- August 09, 2018
The issue has bitterly divided Argentines , pitting conservative doctors and the Roman Catholic Church against feminist groups and other physicians. The stark reality facing Argentinian women sent thousands of protesters into the streets on Wednesday as the Senate debated the bill for more than 16 hours. (more...)
- August 09, 2018
The issue has bitterly divided Argentines , pitting conservative doctors and the Roman Catholic Church against feminist groups and other physicians. The stark reality facing Argentinian women sent thousands of protesters into the streets on Wednesday as the Senate debated the bill for more than 16 hours. (more...)
Israeli army arrests Palestinian journalist in Ramallah
- August 09, 2018
Palestinians militants have also fired rockets into Israel and the Israeli military has carried out dozens of air strikes in the enclave. The incident is expected to shatter efforts by Egypt and the United Nations to reach a long term truce between Israel and Hamas in Gaza . (more...)
- August 09, 2018
Palestinians militants have also fired rockets into Israel and the Israeli military has carried out dozens of air strikes in the enclave. The incident is expected to shatter efforts by Egypt and the United Nations to reach a long term truce between Israel and Hamas in Gaza . (more...)
Death toll after Lombok quake rises to 259
- August 09, 2018
Today's quake was the third big trmor to hit Lombok in little more than a week but there were no immediate reports of deaths or injuries. Facebook has been forced to apologise after users posting about Sunday's deadly natural disaster on the Indonesian island of Lombok saw their messages trigger animations of celebratory balloons and confetti. (more...)
- August 09, 2018
Today's quake was the third big trmor to hit Lombok in little more than a week but there were no immediate reports of deaths or injuries. Facebook has been forced to apologise after users posting about Sunday's deadly natural disaster on the Indonesian island of Lombok saw their messages trigger animations of celebratory balloons and confetti. (more...)
Georgia’s accession to North Atlantic Treaty Organisation would cause a "terrible conflict" - Medvedev
- August 09, 2018
In 2008 Medvedev was the President of the Russian Federation and it was him who gave the order to the Russian military to intervene and repel the Georgian aggression. The Russian prime minister described NATO's eastward expansion as a major security threat to Russia. Earlier this summer, North Atlantic Treaty Organisation leaders discussed closer ties with Georgia and Ukraine at their summit in Brussels. (more...)
- August 09, 2018
In 2008 Medvedev was the President of the Russian Federation and it was him who gave the order to the Russian military to intervene and repel the Georgian aggression. The Russian prime minister described NATO's eastward expansion as a major security threat to Russia. Earlier this summer, North Atlantic Treaty Organisation leaders discussed closer ties with Georgia and Ukraine at their summit in Brussels. (more...)
Indonesia quake death toll jumps to 347
- August 09, 2018
The latest quake on Thursday was felt strongly on the island and followed a 6.9 quake on Sunday that killed at least 131 people and damaged thousands of houses. Authorities and global relief groups have begun organizing aid, but badly damaged roads have slowed efforts to reach survivors in the mountainous north of Lombok, which bore the brunt of the quake. (more...)
- August 09, 2018
The latest quake on Thursday was felt strongly on the island and followed a 6.9 quake on Sunday that killed at least 131 people and damaged thousands of houses. Authorities and global relief groups have begun organizing aid, but badly damaged roads have slowed efforts to reach survivors in the mountainous north of Lombok, which bore the brunt of the quake. (more...)
UK PM May urges Boris Johnson to apologise for burqa comments
- August 09, 2018
Lewis has called on Johnson to apologise but so far the foreign secretary has refused to do so, leaving it unclear what the party will do next . "He should not have used it", May said. They said: "We must not fall into the trap of shutting down the debate on hard subjects". His remarks drew condemnation from former colleagues. (more...)
- August 09, 2018
Lewis has called on Johnson to apologise but so far the foreign secretary has refused to do so, leaving it unclear what the party will do next . "He should not have used it", May said. They said: "We must not fall into the trap of shutting down the debate on hard subjects". His remarks drew condemnation from former colleagues. (more...)
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