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US' Mike Pompeo Meets Saudi Crown Prince As Khashoggi Murder Probe Looms
- January 14, 2019
Pompeo met with Saudi King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on the latest stop of his Middle East tour that has so far been dominated by questions and concerns about the withdrawal of US troops from Syria . Pompeo's itinerary: the fearless women activists of Saudi Arabia , who are being held in the kingdom's prisons for seeking rights and dignity". They also agreed that a comprehensive political solution is the only way to end the conflict. (more...)
- January 14, 2019
Pompeo met with Saudi King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on the latest stop of his Middle East tour that has so far been dominated by questions and concerns about the withdrawal of US troops from Syria . Pompeo's itinerary: the fearless women activists of Saudi Arabia , who are being held in the kingdom's prisons for seeking rights and dignity". They also agreed that a comprehensive political solution is the only way to end the conflict. (more...)
Chinese Court Sentences Canadian to Death Over Drug Trafficking Case
- January 14, 2019
Robert Lloyd Schellenberg, who was originally sentenced to 15 years in prison and a 150,000 yuan (US$22,000) forfeiture, could now potentially face the death penalty under China's zero-tolerance drug laws. Lu Kang, China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson. The court was filled with about 70 observers who were patted down and made to empty pockets - receipts and stray coins were to be left at security. (more...)
- January 14, 2019
Robert Lloyd Schellenberg, who was originally sentenced to 15 years in prison and a 150,000 yuan (US$22,000) forfeiture, could now potentially face the death penalty under China's zero-tolerance drug laws. Lu Kang, China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson. The court was filled with about 70 observers who were patted down and made to empty pockets - receipts and stray coins were to be left at security. (more...)
Cockpit voice recorder found from crashed Lion Air plane
- January 14, 2019
The Indonesian National Transportation Safety Committee investigator, Nurcahyo Utomo, answering questions on the crash on 28/11/18. "But (the data recorder) does not show how the flight crew's decisions were made or discussed in those final moments", Stephen Wright, an aviation expert at Leeds University, told AFP. (more...)
- January 14, 2019
The Indonesian National Transportation Safety Committee investigator, Nurcahyo Utomo, answering questions on the crash on 28/11/18. "But (the data recorder) does not show how the flight crew's decisions were made or discussed in those final moments", Stephen Wright, an aviation expert at Leeds University, told AFP. (more...)
Greece's Tsipras calls confidence vote after ally quits coalition
- January 14, 2019
If the government loses, the next general election, due to be held in the autumn, could be brought forward. His left-wing Syriza party has 145 deputies in the legislature, and the prime minister may need votes from opposition lawmakers to pass the deal. (more...)
- January 14, 2019
If the government loses, the next general election, due to be held in the autumn, could be brought forward. His left-wing Syriza party has 145 deputies in the legislature, and the prime minister may need votes from opposition lawmakers to pass the deal. (more...)
Gdansk mayor 'stabbed on stage' by attacker
- January 14, 2019
Mr Adamowicz later underwent surgery, deputy mayor Piotry Grzelak, was quoted as saying by the PAP news agency. Pawel Adamowicz, mayor of the port city of Gdansk, was attacked with a sharp tool during a fundraising event in the city tonight. (more...)
- January 14, 2019
Mr Adamowicz later underwent surgery, deputy mayor Piotry Grzelak, was quoted as saying by the PAP news agency. Pawel Adamowicz, mayor of the port city of Gdansk, was attacked with a sharp tool during a fundraising event in the city tonight. (more...)
Cameron church celebrates safe return of Jayme Closs
- January 14, 2019
The sheriff calls it "a very well-planned out attack". Nutter explained that she didn't want to go into her cabin because she's not there all the time, and the suspect, 21-year-old Jake Thomas Patterson , might think to stop there to look for Jayme if he saw Nutter's auto. (more...)
- January 14, 2019
The sheriff calls it "a very well-planned out attack". Nutter explained that she didn't want to go into her cabin because she's not there all the time, and the suspect, 21-year-old Jake Thomas Patterson , might think to stop there to look for Jayme if he saw Nutter's auto. (more...)
This MASSIVE clue reveals the gender of Meghan Markle's baby
- January 14, 2019
The Duchess of Sussex has given an update on the arrival of her first child , telling fans in Birkenhead, Merseyside that she is due at the end of April or beginning of May. According to Vanity Fair the former Suits star is set to return to both her former homes for a tour that will take place after the duchess has taken a short maternity leave from royal duties of six months, in late 2019. (more...)
- January 14, 2019
The Duchess of Sussex has given an update on the arrival of her first child , telling fans in Birkenhead, Merseyside that she is due at the end of April or beginning of May. According to Vanity Fair the former Suits star is set to return to both her former homes for a tour that will take place after the duchess has taken a short maternity leave from royal duties of six months, in late 2019. (more...)
Cargo plane crashes at airport near Tehran, 7 bodies found
- January 14, 2019
The big jet, operated by the Iranian Air Force, exploded into flames after crashing into houses near the capital of Tehran. It wasn't immediately clear who owns the plane, though Gen. A spokesman for Iran's civil aviation said the plane belonged to Kyrgyzstan, while Kyrgyzstan's Manas airport said it was operated by Iran's Payam Air. (more...)
- January 14, 2019
The big jet, operated by the Iranian Air Force, exploded into flames after crashing into houses near the capital of Tehran. It wasn't immediately clear who owns the plane, though Gen. A spokesman for Iran's civil aviation said the plane belonged to Kyrgyzstan, while Kyrgyzstan's Manas airport said it was operated by Iran's Payam Air. (more...)
Simply put: Plan on slippery road conditions. Winter weather advisory in effect
- January 14, 2019
Sunday. Philadelphia is predicted to get 1 to 2 inches of snow, and there is a possibility of light accumulation in NY along the storm's northern edge. Midway International Airport saw 3.7 inches, while downstate Pontiac received Illinois' highest total at 9.3. An additional inch or two of snow is expected through morning. (more...)
- January 14, 2019
Sunday. Philadelphia is predicted to get 1 to 2 inches of snow, and there is a possibility of light accumulation in NY along the storm's northern edge. Midway International Airport saw 3.7 inches, while downstate Pontiac received Illinois' highest total at 9.3. An additional inch or two of snow is expected through morning. (more...)
McCarthy: Russia Investigation Has Been About Trump 'From the Beginning'
- January 14, 2019
Ron Johnson (R-WI) about reports that President Donald Trump was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation for possibly being a Kremlin agent, only to have the senator launch a diatribe attacking Democrats and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. (more...)
- January 14, 2019
Ron Johnson (R-WI) about reports that President Donald Trump was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation for possibly being a Kremlin agent, only to have the senator launch a diatribe attacking Democrats and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. (more...)
Israel President claims airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in Syria
- January 14, 2019
Netanyahu added that Israel had attacked Iranian and Hezbollah targets in Syria hundreds of times. "The accumulation of recent attacks proves that we are determined more than ever to take action against Iran in Syria, just as we promised", he said as quoted by his office. (more...)
- January 14, 2019
Netanyahu added that Israel had attacked Iranian and Hezbollah targets in Syria hundreds of times. "The accumulation of recent attacks proves that we are determined more than ever to take action against Iran in Syria, just as we promised", he said as quoted by his office. (more...)
Admin requested plans previous year to attack Iran
- January 14, 2019
Relations between Iran and the USA have become more confrontational since Trump's election and his May 2018 decision to withdraw from the nuclear deal and reimpose severe economic sanctions on the Islamic Republic. Prior to his appointment, he has often urged for military action against the nation, and has since worked to pull the United States out of the Obama-era nuclear deal with Iran with the support of President Trump . (more...)
- January 14, 2019
Relations between Iran and the USA have become more confrontational since Trump's election and his May 2018 decision to withdraw from the nuclear deal and reimpose severe economic sanctions on the Islamic Republic. Prior to his appointment, he has often urged for military action against the nation, and has since worked to pull the United States out of the Obama-era nuclear deal with Iran with the support of President Trump . (more...)
Dead, 14 Hospitalized After Mass Overdose At Chico Home
- January 14, 2019
Two police officers, the first to appear on the scene, were also taken to the hospital after reporting symptoms. O' Brien said the ages of the victims range from 19 to at least 30. O'Brien added that while not much fentanyl has been found in Chico in the past, emergency responders in the city have been "waiting" for the drug to arrive in the city. (more...)
- January 14, 2019
Two police officers, the first to appear on the scene, were also taken to the hospital after reporting symptoms. O' Brien said the ages of the victims range from 19 to at least 30. O'Brien added that while not much fentanyl has been found in Chico in the past, emergency responders in the city have been "waiting" for the drug to arrive in the city. (more...)
McCarthy: 'Action will be taken' after King's comments on white supremacy
- January 14, 2019
King later issued a statement saying he is neither a white nationalist nor a white supremacist. Backlash was instantaneous and severe, as lawmakers from both sides of the fence joined together in condemning King's racist allusion. King asked. "Why did I sit in classes teaching me about the merits of our history and our civilization?" "I will not stand back as a leader of this party, believing in this nation, that all are created equal, that that stands or continues to stand and have any role ... (more...)
- January 14, 2019
King later issued a statement saying he is neither a white nationalist nor a white supremacist. Backlash was instantaneous and severe, as lawmakers from both sides of the fence joined together in condemning King's racist allusion. King asked. "Why did I sit in classes teaching me about the merits of our history and our civilization?" "I will not stand back as a leader of this party, believing in this nation, that all are created equal, that that stands or continues to stand and have any role ... (more...)
Democrats Throw up their Hands in Frustration as AOC Rages On
- January 14, 2019
Reacting to Lieberman's comments, the 29-year-old lawmaker tweeted : "New party, who dis?" Millennials often use such a response to avoid unwanted conversations through text messages by pretending they have no idea who is trying to them. (more...)
- January 14, 2019
Reacting to Lieberman's comments, the 29-year-old lawmaker tweeted : "New party, who dis?" Millennials often use such a response to avoid unwanted conversations through text messages by pretending they have no idea who is trying to them. (more...)
Backed Syrian Forces Have ISIS in Its 'Final Moments'
- January 14, 2019
But, he added , "we also know that those fighting alongside of us for all this time deserve to be protected as well". No U.S. personnel have left Syria yet, according to a Pentagon spokesman. However, Bolton later said that the U.S.' withdrawal would be subject to defeating Daesh remnants, and Turkey assuring the safety of fighters allied with the USA, i.e. (more...)
- January 14, 2019
But, he added , "we also know that those fighting alongside of us for all this time deserve to be protected as well". No U.S. personnel have left Syria yet, according to a Pentagon spokesman. However, Bolton later said that the U.S.' withdrawal would be subject to defeating Daesh remnants, and Turkey assuring the safety of fighters allied with the USA, i.e. (more...)
Trump doubles down on border wall argument
- January 14, 2019
Graham said that in his conversation with Trump, the president indicated he would support "wall plus", meaning other immigration policies that so far congressional leaders in both parties haven't embraced and are seen as likely to further complicate the talks. (more...)
- January 14, 2019
Graham said that in his conversation with Trump, the president indicated he would support "wall plus", meaning other immigration policies that so far congressional leaders in both parties haven't embraced and are seen as likely to further complicate the talks. (more...)
Abducted Wisconsin Teen Jayme Closs Was Found By Retired Social Worker
- January 14, 2019
The girl's grandfather, Robert Naiberg, insisted Saturday that none of them know him, raising questions about how Patterson became aware of Jayme. "He didn't know Jayme, he didn't know (her parents) Denise or Jim", Naiberg said. Patricia Osborne told the Star Tribune that the suspect had gotten into trouble before. First, to celebrate her homecoming but also realize she will need time and space to adjust to life after what she's been through. (more...)
- January 14, 2019
The girl's grandfather, Robert Naiberg, insisted Saturday that none of them know him, raising questions about how Patterson became aware of Jayme. "He didn't know Jayme, he didn't know (her parents) Denise or Jim", Naiberg said. Patricia Osborne told the Star Tribune that the suspect had gotten into trouble before. First, to celebrate her homecoming but also realize she will need time and space to adjust to life after what she's been through. (more...)
GOP Shrugs Off Report That Trump Concealed Details Of Putin Meetings
- January 14, 2019
Senate Minority Whip Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) said of President Donald Trump's relationship with his Russian counterpart after a series of recent reports provoked more "serious questions" about their interactions, and as public anticipation continues to build over the forthcoming results of Special Counsel Robert Mueller's investigation. (more...)
- January 14, 2019
Senate Minority Whip Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) said of President Donald Trump's relationship with his Russian counterpart after a series of recent reports provoked more "serious questions" about their interactions, and as public anticipation continues to build over the forthcoming results of Special Counsel Robert Mueller's investigation. (more...)
Heroic Bus Driver Rescues Baby Wandering Streets Alone In The Cold
- January 14, 2019
Irena immediately stopped the bus and ran to the child who was running barefoot down the pavement. She carried the child to the bus, where passengers gathered in disbelief. The little one soon fell asleep in her arms, as seen in the video. "I absolutely love kids". Police said the baby's mother had left her outside while suffering from a mental health issue. (more...)
- January 14, 2019
Irena immediately stopped the bus and ran to the child who was running barefoot down the pavement. She carried the child to the bus, where passengers gathered in disbelief. The little one soon fell asleep in her arms, as seen in the video. "I absolutely love kids". Police said the baby's mother had left her outside while suffering from a mental health issue. (more...)
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