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South Korean leader in Rome, praises pope's peace message
- October 21, 2018
Pope Francis, at a meeting with South Korean President Moon Jae-in, said he is willing to visit North Korea. "I will definitely answer if I get the invitation, and I can go", the president's office quoted Pope Francis as saying. "And for me it is an honor to meet you", Moon replied. The president pointed to the wreath of thorns on Jesus' head and told the pontiff: "This represents the suffering of the Korean people". (more...)
- October 21, 2018
Pope Francis, at a meeting with South Korean President Moon Jae-in, said he is willing to visit North Korea. "I will definitely answer if I get the invitation, and I can go", the president's office quoted Pope Francis as saying. "And for me it is an honor to meet you", Moon replied. The president pointed to the wreath of thorns on Jesus' head and told the pontiff: "This represents the suffering of the Korean people". (more...)
Two top Trump aides tangle outside Oval Office over immigration
- October 21, 2018
White House Chief of Staff John Kelly (right) speaks to National Security Advisor John Bolton in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington October 10, 2018. Earlier this year, the New York Times reported that Nielsen was close to resigning after being criticized by Trump at a Cabinet meeting for what he said was her failure to secure US borders. (more...)
- October 21, 2018
White House Chief of Staff John Kelly (right) speaks to National Security Advisor John Bolton in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington October 10, 2018. Earlier this year, the New York Times reported that Nielsen was close to resigning after being criticized by Trump at a Cabinet meeting for what he said was her failure to secure US borders. (more...)
Wentworth by-election loss was the price for switching leaders, says Scott Morrison
- October 21, 2018
It is the biggest-ever swing in a by-election against a sitting government. Mr Turnbull's son Alex tweeted that it was a "great day for Australian democracy". "This is such a monumental wipe-out in one of the safest Liberal seats in the country", Labor MP Linda Burney told the ABC . "It's quite extraordinary the level of interest in the election this time around". (more...)
- October 21, 2018
It is the biggest-ever swing in a by-election against a sitting government. Mr Turnbull's son Alex tweeted that it was a "great day for Australian democracy". "This is such a monumental wipe-out in one of the safest Liberal seats in the country", Labor MP Linda Burney told the ABC . "It's quite extraordinary the level of interest in the election this time around". (more...)
Criminal investigation underway into closed Cantrell funeral home
- October 21, 2018
Craig said a man involved in a civil suit over the improper burial of his infant daughter tipped off the police about violations at Perry Funeral Home. Mr Craig said on Friday: "This is deeply disturbing". Jermont Terry was at the Perry Funeral Home Friday night and shared a live update to the Local 4 Facebook page . (more...)
- October 21, 2018
Craig said a man involved in a civil suit over the improper burial of his infant daughter tipped off the police about violations at Perry Funeral Home. Mr Craig said on Friday: "This is deeply disturbing". Jermont Terry was at the Perry Funeral Home Friday night and shared a live update to the Local 4 Facebook page . (more...)
Protesters march in London to demand new vote on Brexit
- October 20, 2018
Campaigners say they would have voted differently had they known the true costs involved. With just over five months until Britain is due to leave there is no clarity about what a future trade deal with the European Union will look like and some rebels in May's Conservative Party have threatened to vote down a deal if she clinches one. (more...)
- October 20, 2018
Campaigners say they would have voted differently had they known the true costs involved. With just over five months until Britain is due to leave there is no clarity about what a future trade deal with the European Union will look like and some rebels in May's Conservative Party have threatened to vote down a deal if she clinches one. (more...)
Federal government launches investigation into Pennsylvania dioceses
- October 20, 2018
The U.S. Department of Justice investigation comes on the heels of a statewide grand jury report released in August that detailed hundreds of allegations of children being raped and molested by priests in six dioceses across Pennsylvania , and that church officials routinely covered up those allegations, which spanned 70 years. (more...)
- October 20, 2018
The U.S. Department of Justice investigation comes on the heels of a statewide grand jury report released in August that detailed hundreds of allegations of children being raped and molested by priests in six dioceses across Pennsylvania , and that church officials routinely covered up those allegations, which spanned 70 years. (more...)
Saudi Crown Prince Had No Knowledge of 'Specific' Khashoggi Operation
- October 20, 2018
Saudi Arabia has admitted that Khashoggi, a prominent journalist, died in a fight inside its Istanbul consulate and dismissed five officials over the incident. United Nations chief Antonio Gutterres said he was "deeply troubled" by the kingdom's disclosure on Saturday, adding there needed to be "full accountability for those responsible". (more...)
- October 20, 2018
Saudi Arabia has admitted that Khashoggi, a prominent journalist, died in a fight inside its Istanbul consulate and dismissed five officials over the incident. United Nations chief Antonio Gutterres said he was "deeply troubled" by the kingdom's disclosure on Saturday, adding there needed to be "full accountability for those responsible". (more...)
Saudi Royal Family Admits Jamal Khashoggi Has Died
- October 20, 2018
Turkish officials had said that the journalist - a Saudi citizen and U.S. resident - was killed and his body dismembered. The admission comes after weeks of vehement denials by the Gulf kingdom in connection with the matter. All of the identified individuals have since left Turkey . The official confirmation of Khashoggi's death, following mounting worldwide pressure and a steady drip of leaks from Turkish sources, will come with a house-cleaning of top leadership, the Saudi Attorney ... (more...)
- October 20, 2018
Turkish officials had said that the journalist - a Saudi citizen and U.S. resident - was killed and his body dismembered. The admission comes after weeks of vehement denials by the Gulf kingdom in connection with the matter. All of the identified individuals have since left Turkey . The official confirmation of Khashoggi's death, following mounting worldwide pressure and a steady drip of leaks from Turkish sources, will come with a house-cleaning of top leadership, the Saudi Attorney ... (more...)
Meghan Markle Hits the Beach in Australia for Mental Health Awareness Event
- October 20, 2018
The £22 million extension of the memorial, in Hyde Park, has been designed as the centre point of the commemorations for the 100th anniversary of hostilities ceasing in the First World War. Harry and Meghan were given an NRL Indigenous All Stars team shirt each, and a 2019 official game ball for their baby. Krystal, who did an Aboriginal art floral painting, said: "They said hi and "nice to meet you". (more...)
- October 20, 2018
The £22 million extension of the memorial, in Hyde Park, has been designed as the centre point of the commemorations for the 100th anniversary of hostilities ceasing in the First World War. Harry and Meghan were given an NRL Indigenous All Stars team shirt each, and a 2019 official game ball for their baby. Krystal, who did an Aboriginal art floral painting, said: "They said hi and "nice to meet you". (more...)
National & World News, Greek foreign minister resigns, prime minister takes over
- October 20, 2018
Mr. Kotzias' resignation comes a day after a heated disagreement with Defense Minister Panos Kammenos during a cabinet meeting, according to several officials. Kammenos has repeatedly voiced in recent months his party's strong objection to the deal and has warned that he and the Independent Greeks MPs will vote against the agreement when it will reach the Greek parliament for ratification. (more...)
- October 20, 2018
Mr. Kotzias' resignation comes a day after a heated disagreement with Defense Minister Panos Kammenos during a cabinet meeting, according to several officials. Kammenos has repeatedly voiced in recent months his party's strong objection to the deal and has warned that he and the Independent Greeks MPs will vote against the agreement when it will reach the Greek parliament for ratification. (more...)
Mexican ambassador makes a stunning accusation about migrant caravan from Honduras
- October 20, 2018
In Mexico City, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said after meeting his Mexican counterpart that migration across the two countries' border is reaching "a moment of crisis". This past spring, when another caravan of Central American migrants crossed intoMexico, such policies allowed the group to make it to the US border. (more...)
- October 20, 2018
In Mexico City, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said after meeting his Mexican counterpart that migration across the two countries' border is reaching "a moment of crisis". This past spring, when another caravan of Central American migrants crossed intoMexico, such policies allowed the group to make it to the US border. (more...)
Donald Trump threatens to CLOSE border with Mexico - ‘Stop this onslaught!’
- October 20, 2018
President Donald Trump to the presidents of Mexico , Guatemala , and Honduras to stop the caravan . The president has repeatedly claimed that the migrants, and immigrants more broadly, lead to increased crime rates and allow illegal substances to pass over the border, although statistics suggest they do not . (more...)
- October 20, 2018
President Donald Trump to the presidents of Mexico , Guatemala , and Honduras to stop the caravan . The president has repeatedly claimed that the migrants, and immigrants more broadly, lead to increased crime rates and allow illegal substances to pass over the border, although statistics suggest they do not . (more...)
WH Downplays Reports Of Heated Exchange Between Kelly, Bolton
- October 20, 2018
A senior White House official said later that Nielsen and Bolton had a nice conversation in Bolton's office after the exchange and agreed the goal was to protect borders. "No", Mr. Trump told reporters. National security adviser John Bolton reportedly criticised the performance of the Department of Homeland Security under Kirstjen Nielsen . (more...)
- October 20, 2018
A senior White House official said later that Nielsen and Bolton had a nice conversation in Bolton's office after the exchange and agreed the goal was to protect borders. "No", Mr. Trump told reporters. National security adviser John Bolton reportedly criticised the performance of the Department of Homeland Security under Kirstjen Nielsen . (more...)
Russian Woman Charged with US Election Interference
- October 20, 2018
Elena Khusyaynova , the woman charged by the DOJ, was apparently the chief accountant for this project funded by Yevgeny Prigozhin , a Russian oligarch who's been referred to as "Putin's chef". They statement did not provide specific examples of foreign interference. USA officials have warned repeatedly about foreign attempts to influence the 2018 Midterms. (more...)
- October 20, 2018
Elena Khusyaynova , the woman charged by the DOJ, was apparently the chief accountant for this project funded by Yevgeny Prigozhin , a Russian oligarch who's been referred to as "Putin's chef". They statement did not provide specific examples of foreign interference. USA officials have warned repeatedly about foreign attempts to influence the 2018 Midterms. (more...)
Russia-Annexed Crimea: Student Massacres 19, Wounds 50 at School
- October 20, 2018
Two days earlier, 18-year-old Vladislav Roslyakov opened fire at his technical college in the city of Kerch before killing himself. The attack may have followed an argument with his girlfriend, according to Russian media, which also said he had a grudge against some staff. (more...)
- October 20, 2018
Two days earlier, 18-year-old Vladislav Roslyakov opened fire at his technical college in the city of Kerch before killing himself. The attack may have followed an argument with his girlfriend, according to Russian media, which also said he had a grudge against some staff. (more...)
Facebook names former Lib Dem leader Nick Clegg head of global affairs
- October 20, 2018
In a Facebook post today, Clegg acknowledged the obvious challenges of the job he's just agreed to take, saying Facebook and its subsidiaries-including WhatsApp and Instagram-lay at the heart of some of the most hard questions facing society today, including privacy , the integrity of the democratic process, and the tension between local cultures in a connected world. (more...)
- October 20, 2018
In a Facebook post today, Clegg acknowledged the obvious challenges of the job he's just agreed to take, saying Facebook and its subsidiaries-including WhatsApp and Instagram-lay at the heart of some of the most hard questions facing society today, including privacy , the integrity of the democratic process, and the tension between local cultures in a connected world. (more...)
Lara Alqasem Allowed Into Israel After Supreme Court Accepts Appeal
- October 19, 2018
Following the High Court's decision to allow Alqasem into the country on Thursday, her lawyers reported that the state had decided not to appeal the decision. "If this is truly the case, then we are talking about an extreme and unsafe step, which could lead to the crumbling of the pillars upon which democracy in Israel stands". (more...)
- October 19, 2018
Following the High Court's decision to allow Alqasem into the country on Thursday, her lawyers reported that the state had decided not to appeal the decision. "If this is truly the case, then we are talking about an extreme and unsafe step, which could lead to the crumbling of the pillars upon which democracy in Israel stands". (more...)
Turkey Says Audio Shows Khashoggi Dismembered and Cut to Pieces
- October 19, 2018
The Turkish leaks implicating Saudi officials in the Khashoggi case have followed a distinctive pattern, beginning quickly after his disappearance. His body was then reportedly disposed of at the nearby official residence of Saudi consul Mohammed al-Otaibi. (more...)
- October 19, 2018
The Turkish leaks implicating Saudi officials in the Khashoggi case have followed a distinctive pattern, beginning quickly after his disappearance. His body was then reportedly disposed of at the nearby official residence of Saudi consul Mohammed al-Otaibi. (more...)
U.S. stays cautious over Khashoggi as new killing claims emerge
- October 19, 2018
Turkish officials gave CNN passport scans of seven Saudi men believed to be involved in the incident, including Tubaigy. "I think we have to find out what happened first", he said . Turkish crime-scene investigators searched the home of the Saudi consul general in Istanbul Wednesday in the disappearance of Saudi writer Jamal Khashoggi . (more...)
- October 19, 2018
Turkish officials gave CNN passport scans of seven Saudi men believed to be involved in the incident, including Tubaigy. "I think we have to find out what happened first", he said . Turkish crime-scene investigators searched the home of the Saudi consul general in Istanbul Wednesday in the disappearance of Saudi writer Jamal Khashoggi . (more...)
United States closing Jerusalem consulate that oversees ties with Palestinians
- October 19, 2018
He had long sought to end the Jerusalem consulate's independent status but had faced resistance from within the State Department. The move will make the United States ambassador to Israel , David Friedman, who is reviled by Palestinians over his support for Israeli settlements in the West Bank, the main interlocutor with the Palestinian leadership. (more...)
- October 19, 2018
He had long sought to end the Jerusalem consulate's independent status but had faced resistance from within the State Department. The move will make the United States ambassador to Israel , David Friedman, who is reviled by Palestinians over his support for Israeli settlements in the West Bank, the main interlocutor with the Palestinian leadership. (more...)
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