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Abrams, Kemp set to meet in Georgia governor's debate
- October 24, 2018
If Abrams wins, she would make history as the country's first black female governor. During Stacey Abrams' college years, Georgia was at a crossroads, struggling with how to overcome racially divisive issues, including symbols of the Confederacy, the sharpest of which was the inclusion of the Confederate emblem in the Georgia state flag. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
If Abrams wins, she would make history as the country's first black female governor. During Stacey Abrams' college years, Georgia was at a crossroads, struggling with how to overcome racially divisive issues, including symbols of the Confederacy, the sharpest of which was the inclusion of the Confederate emblem in the Georgia state flag. (more...)
Saudi king, crown prince meet with family of slain journalist
- October 24, 2018
Republican Sen. Rob Portman of OH said Tuesday that if the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is implicated in the death of journalist Jamal Khashoggi , he should be removed from his country's line of succession. Turkish sources say authorities have an audio recording purportedly documenting the killing of the 59-year-old. After that, Al-Jubeir held a joint press conference with his Indonesian counterpart and highlighted the strong relations between Saudi Arabia and Indonesia. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
Republican Sen. Rob Portman of OH said Tuesday that if the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is implicated in the death of journalist Jamal Khashoggi , he should be removed from his country's line of succession. Turkish sources say authorities have an audio recording purportedly documenting the killing of the 59-year-old. After that, Al-Jubeir held a joint press conference with his Indonesian counterpart and highlighted the strong relations between Saudi Arabia and Indonesia. (more...)
Prince Harry gushes about Meghan Markle and their future baby
- October 24, 2018
The source explained that Meghan had a "very late night" and they're trying to encourage her to work at a more consistent and manageable pace, that way she doesn't get overworked. "But the duchess was very keen to re-join the duke at the last engagement of the day to greet the people of the island". But she will also skip some if not all of the events for two's planned visit to Fraser Island tomorrow. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
The source explained that Meghan had a "very late night" and they're trying to encourage her to work at a more consistent and manageable pace, that way she doesn't get overworked. "But the duchess was very keen to re-join the duke at the last engagement of the day to greet the people of the island". But she will also skip some if not all of the events for two's planned visit to Fraser Island tomorrow. (more...)
Trump says Saudi prince vows 'full' probe into missing journalist
- October 24, 2018
Turkish reports say Khashoggi was murdered and dismembered inside the consulate by members of an assassination squad with ties to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman . In an interview with the Washington Post over the weekend, Trump said that as of now, there was no evidence that points to bin Salman's involvement in Khashoggi's killing. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
Turkish reports say Khashoggi was murdered and dismembered inside the consulate by members of an assassination squad with ties to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman . In an interview with the Washington Post over the weekend, Trump said that as of now, there was no evidence that points to bin Salman's involvement in Khashoggi's killing. (more...)
Corker: 'Has to be a punishment' for Saudi journalist's death
- October 24, 2018
Before the Saudi announcements, Trump said he might consider sanctions, although he has also appeared unwilling to distance himself too much from the Saudis, citing Riyadh's role in countering Iranian influence in the Middle East and lucrative potential arms deals. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
Before the Saudi announcements, Trump said he might consider sanctions, although he has also appeared unwilling to distance himself too much from the Saudis, citing Riyadh's role in countering Iranian influence in the Middle East and lucrative potential arms deals. (more...)
Titanic II To Set Sail In 2022
- October 24, 2018
The ship features the same cabin lay-out as the original and will carry nearly exactly the same number of passengers. " Titanic II is a unique project that will generate unprecedented global exposure and public interest". The Titanic is under construction again - at least a replica of the famous ship - 105 years after the original passenger liner sank on its maiden voyage from Southampton in England to New York City. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
The ship features the same cabin lay-out as the original and will carry nearly exactly the same number of passengers. " Titanic II is a unique project that will generate unprecedented global exposure and public interest". The Titanic is under construction again - at least a replica of the famous ship - 105 years after the original passenger liner sank on its maiden voyage from Southampton in England to New York City. (more...)
'World's oldest shipwreck' from 400BC revealed on Black Sea bed
- October 24, 2018
Over the past 600 years, Europe's Black Sea has been one of the maritime areas hit hardest by war and nationalism. Researchers from the University of Southampton's Black Sea Maritime Archaeology Project have found the world's oldest intact shipwrecked vessel, which is reportedly ancient Greek in origin and has remained undisturbed for over 2,400 years. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
Over the past 600 years, Europe's Black Sea has been one of the maritime areas hit hardest by war and nationalism. Researchers from the University of Southampton's Black Sea Maritime Archaeology Project have found the world's oldest intact shipwrecked vessel, which is reportedly ancient Greek in origin and has remained undisturbed for over 2,400 years. (more...)
Southwest Airlines passenger allegedly cites Trump after groping woman
- October 24, 2018
Bruce Alexander , a 49-year-old man from Tampa, was arrested on a charge of abusive sexual contact after an in-flight incident on October 21. At first she thought it was an accident, but 30 minutes later it happened again. He was placed in handcuffs and into a vehicle, where Alexander asked about the possible sentence for the charge and said "the President of the United States says it's OK to grab women by their private parts", according to the complaint. (more...)
- October 24, 2018
Bruce Alexander , a 49-year-old man from Tampa, was arrested on a charge of abusive sexual contact after an in-flight incident on October 21. At first she thought it was an accident, but 30 minutes later it happened again. He was placed in handcuffs and into a vehicle, where Alexander asked about the possible sentence for the charge and said "the President of the United States says it's OK to grab women by their private parts", according to the complaint. (more...)
In Florida race, climate change divides DeSantis and Gillum
- October 23, 2018
Gubernatorial Democratic candidate Andrew Gillum speaks to a packed music center during a town hall at St. Petersburg College in St. Petersburg, Fla., on Friday, Oct. While Trump is "spewing this divisive rhetoric", the president's "self-selected candidate against Andrew is doing the same thing", Biden said, referring to DeSantis. (more...)
- October 23, 2018
Gubernatorial Democratic candidate Andrew Gillum speaks to a packed music center during a town hall at St. Petersburg College in St. Petersburg, Fla., on Friday, Oct. While Trump is "spewing this divisive rhetoric", the president's "self-selected candidate against Andrew is doing the same thing", Biden said, referring to DeSantis. (more...)
Trump 'not satisfied' with Saudi explanations of Khashoggi death
- October 23, 2018
Erdogan in his address to Parliament on Tuesday criticized the conflicting explanations of Khashoggi's killing and asked why Khashoggi's body has still not been recovered. Saudi citizen Khashoggi has been a fierce critic of the leadership of Saudi Arabia, and in particular the Crown Prince. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman , widely known as MBS, faces what the risk consultancy Eurasia Group has called "an acute public relations crisis" over Khashoggi's murder. (more...)
- October 23, 2018
Erdogan in his address to Parliament on Tuesday criticized the conflicting explanations of Khashoggi's killing and asked why Khashoggi's body has still not been recovered. Saudi citizen Khashoggi has been a fierce critic of the leadership of Saudi Arabia, and in particular the Crown Prince. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman , widely known as MBS, faces what the risk consultancy Eurasia Group has called "an acute public relations crisis" over Khashoggi's murder. (more...)
Dead Sea Scroll Fragments in Museum of the Bible Are Fake
- October 23, 2018
The Museum of the Bible in Washington has had to release a statement admitting that at least five fragments in its Dead Sea Scroll collection are probably forgeries. Their small size makes it hard to determine their authenticity, and no test can definitively determine that a fragment is real. "Ancient material can and nearly certainly has been manipulated in modern times", said Davis. (more...)
- October 23, 2018
The Museum of the Bible in Washington has had to release a statement admitting that at least five fragments in its Dead Sea Scroll collection are probably forgeries. Their small size makes it hard to determine their authenticity, and no test can definitively determine that a fragment is real. "Ancient material can and nearly certainly has been manipulated in modern times", said Davis. (more...)
United Kingdom could seek extension to Brexit transition, says Theresa May
- October 23, 2018
Since then, Mrs May's proposal to extend the transition period has done little to calm anger among eurosceptics in the governing Conservative Party, who fear she is leading Britain into a deal that will make Britain a "vassal state" - unable ever to leave the EU. (more...)
- October 23, 2018
Since then, Mrs May's proposal to extend the transition period has done little to calm anger among eurosceptics in the governing Conservative Party, who fear she is leading Britain into a deal that will make Britain a "vassal state" - unable ever to leave the EU. (more...)
Leo Varadkar: Brexit extension not an alternative to backstop
- October 23, 2018
The prime minister has been invited to address European parliament. He acknowledged the feeling "may be a more emotional impression than a rational one". It will be interesting to see how this plays out, and whether May and the European Union will be able to negotiate a solution that satisfies both sides. (more...)
- October 23, 2018
The prime minister has been invited to address European parliament. He acknowledged the feeling "may be a more emotional impression than a rational one". It will be interesting to see how this plays out, and whether May and the European Union will be able to negotiate a solution that satisfies both sides. (more...)
Explosive device found at home of George Soros, say police
- October 23, 2018
Officers said the FBI's terrorism task force is investigating. Mr Soros, a billionaire who made his fortune in hedge funds, has donated heavily to liberal causes and is vilified on the right. A message emailed to Soros' foundation wasn't immediately returned. According to The New York Times , which first reported the story, bomb squad technicians were able to "proactively" detonate the device and it didn't explode on its own. (more...)
- October 23, 2018
Officers said the FBI's terrorism task force is investigating. Mr Soros, a billionaire who made his fortune in hedge funds, has donated heavily to liberal causes and is vilified on the right. A message emailed to Soros' foundation wasn't immediately returned. According to The New York Times , which first reported the story, bomb squad technicians were able to "proactively" detonate the device and it didn't explode on its own. (more...)
Prince Harry hopes royal baby is a girl
- October 23, 2018
The duchess wears a black dress by Emilia Wickstead at the Anzac Memorial at Hyde Park in Sydney on October 20, day five of the royal tour. Prince Harry is passionate about the causes close to his heart and so was less than impressed when his royal aides tried to cut an important conversation short. (more...)
- October 23, 2018
The duchess wears a black dress by Emilia Wickstead at the Anzac Memorial at Hyde Park in Sydney on October 20, day five of the royal tour. Prince Harry is passionate about the causes close to his heart and so was less than impressed when his royal aides tried to cut an important conversation short. (more...)
USA pullout from INF nuclear treaty with Russian Federation also targets China
- October 23, 2018
And Russia will no longer just violate the treaty with select development and deployment of weaponry; it will likely refocus its resources on the buildup of a land-based arsenal of short- and intermediate- range missiles. "But until they get smart, there's nobody that's going to be even close to us". In fact they said: "'You are breaching the INF treaty, '" Bolton said in an interview with Kommersant , a Russian broadsheet. (more...)
- October 23, 2018
And Russia will no longer just violate the treaty with select development and deployment of weaponry; it will likely refocus its resources on the buildup of a land-based arsenal of short- and intermediate- range missiles. "But until they get smart, there's nobody that's going to be even close to us". In fact they said: "'You are breaching the INF treaty, '" Bolton said in an interview with Kommersant , a Russian broadsheet. (more...)
US Warships Sail Through Taiwan Strait
- October 23, 2018
The move adds to increasingly fraught relations between the two countries, which have clashed over a number of issues, including trade, Beijing's territorial claims in the South China Sea and human rights abuses in Xinjiang. -China relationship continues to be US support for Taiwan. Taiwan's defence ministry said in an earlier statement the military was "closely monitoring the United States warships during their passage". (more...)
- October 23, 2018
The move adds to increasingly fraught relations between the two countries, which have clashed over a number of issues, including trade, Beijing's territorial claims in the South China Sea and human rights abuses in Xinjiang. -China relationship continues to be US support for Taiwan. Taiwan's defence ministry said in an earlier statement the military was "closely monitoring the United States warships during their passage". (more...)
Israel puts Bedouin village eviction plan on hold for several weeks
- October 23, 2018
The fate of the village has aroused the concern of some countries, including eight members of the european Union who have called in, in September, Israel "to reconsider its decision". Regavim says the Palestinian Authority has devised a plan to take E1 for itself. Palestinians say such documents are impossible to obtain. But the Palestinians maintain that getting a permission from Israel to build houses is almost impossible and rare. (more...)
- October 23, 2018
The fate of the village has aroused the concern of some countries, including eight members of the european Union who have called in, in September, Israel "to reconsider its decision". Regavim says the Palestinian Authority has devised a plan to take E1 for itself. Palestinians say such documents are impossible to obtain. But the Palestinians maintain that getting a permission from Israel to build houses is almost impossible and rare. (more...)
Line forms early for Trump Texas rally
- October 23, 2018
People were shocked. I said , 'Don't worry, it's only a question of time, ' " Trump said. He savaged Trump as a "pathological liar", an "amoral bully" and a "sniveling coward". Trump's favorite nickname for Cruz was " Lyin' Ted ", a moniker that Cruz's Democratic opponent, Rep. Beto O'Rourke (Tex.), recently borrowed to mock Cruz during a Senate debate. (more...)
- October 23, 2018
People were shocked. I said , 'Don't worry, it's only a question of time, ' " Trump said. He savaged Trump as a "pathological liar", an "amoral bully" and a "sniveling coward". Trump's favorite nickname for Cruz was " Lyin' Ted ", a moniker that Cruz's Democratic opponent, Rep. Beto O'Rourke (Tex.), recently borrowed to mock Cruz during a Senate debate. (more...)
Two vehicles of interest in Jayme Closs investigation
- October 23, 2018
Thirteen-year-old Jayme Closs has been missing for one week. He said they believe Jayme was home when her parents were fatally shot , and they believe she is still in danger. Authorities on Monday called for 2,000 volunteers to help in a ground search for clues in the disappearance of a Wisconsin girl whose parents were gunned down in their home last week. (more...)
- October 23, 2018
Thirteen-year-old Jayme Closs has been missing for one week. He said they believe Jayme was home when her parents were fatally shot , and they believe she is still in danger. Authorities on Monday called for 2,000 volunteers to help in a ground search for clues in the disappearance of a Wisconsin girl whose parents were gunned down in their home last week. (more...)
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