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Palestine's government submits resignation to President Abbas
- January 30, 2019
An outright armed conflict in 2007 has led to a split in governance in the occupied Palestinian territories, with Abbas's PA maintaining limited self rule in the occupied West Bank and Hamas in control in Gaza. Hamas condemned the government's resignation, saying Abbas was seeking to establish a "separatist government" to serve his interests. Palestinian government officials accused Hamas of responsibility, claims the Islamist group denied. (more...)
- January 30, 2019
An outright armed conflict in 2007 has led to a split in governance in the occupied Palestinian territories, with Abbas's PA maintaining limited self rule in the occupied West Bank and Hamas in control in Gaza. Hamas condemned the government's resignation, saying Abbas was seeking to establish a "separatist government" to serve his interests. Palestinian government officials accused Hamas of responsibility, claims the Islamist group denied. (more...)
President Trump slams former White House staffer Cliff Sims over new book
- January 30, 2019
The book is the latest look behind the curtain of Trump's turbulent presidency. "A low level staffer that I hardly knew named Cliff Sims wrote yet another boring book based on made up stories and fiction", the president tweeted. "One thing that never goes out of style in the Trump White House is someone who's willing to go on TV and fight it out. There it is." He said he didn't recall whether he had signed an NDA. (more...)
- January 30, 2019
The book is the latest look behind the curtain of Trump's turbulent presidency. "A low level staffer that I hardly knew named Cliff Sims wrote yet another boring book based on made up stories and fiction", the president tweeted. "One thing that never goes out of style in the Trump White House is someone who's willing to go on TV and fight it out. There it is." He said he didn't recall whether he had signed an NDA. (more...)
Snow and ice warning in place for Northern Ireland
- January 29, 2019
There will be widespread frost at night with icy stretches on untreated surfaces. A yellow warning is in place for the south of England, East Midlands and West Midlands from 9pm on Tuesday to midday on Wednesday. During Tuesday morning, rain, sleet or snow fell across the United Kingdom, particularly at peaks in Wales and northern England and Scotland. The Met Office has warned that there will be disruptions to travel including some stranded vehicles and passengers, along with delayed ... (more...)
- January 29, 2019
There will be widespread frost at night with icy stretches on untreated surfaces. A yellow warning is in place for the south of England, East Midlands and West Midlands from 9pm on Tuesday to midday on Wednesday. During Tuesday morning, rain, sleet or snow fell across the United Kingdom, particularly at peaks in Wales and northern England and Scotland. The Met Office has warned that there will be disruptions to travel including some stranded vehicles and passengers, along with delayed ... (more...)
Russia Ties Lebanon in 2018 Corruption Perceptions Index - Transparency International
- January 29, 2019
According to Jaakkola, it is worth mentioning that the CPI doesn't include the private sector or the movement of money of dubious origin, which is why the money-laundering case at the Estonian branch of Danske Bank, which kept Estonia in the global media for the entirety of previous year, is not reflected in the index. (more...)
- January 29, 2019
According to Jaakkola, it is worth mentioning that the CPI doesn't include the private sector or the movement of money of dubious origin, which is why the money-laundering case at the Estonian branch of Danske Bank, which kept Estonia in the global media for the entirety of previous year, is not reflected in the index. (more...)
Bruce McArthur pleads guilty to eight counts of first-degree murder
- January 29, 2019
February 23, 2018 - Police lay a sixth charge of first-degree murder against McArthur, identify Navaratnam as one of the alleged victims whose remains were found in the planters. In the summer of 2017, police launched a separate investigation known as Project Prism into the disappearances of 49-year-old Kinsman and 44-year-old Esen. (more...)
- January 29, 2019
February 23, 2018 - Police lay a sixth charge of first-degree murder against McArthur, identify Navaratnam as one of the alleged victims whose remains were found in the planters. In the summer of 2017, police launched a separate investigation known as Project Prism into the disappearances of 49-year-old Kinsman and 44-year-old Esen. (more...)
European Union considering United Kingdom extension on Article 50 deadline day — BREXIT DELAY
- January 29, 2019
Not all MPs back the plan. The report published today by the House of Commons" Exiting the EU Select Committee says that both the EU and UK have previously said that the matter of "citizens' rights' is a priority for them and that in the view of the MPs "The UK leaving the EU without a deal would cause real anxiety both for UK citizens living in the EU and EU citizens in the UK". (more...)
- January 29, 2019
Not all MPs back the plan. The report published today by the House of Commons" Exiting the EU Select Committee says that both the EU and UK have previously said that the matter of "citizens' rights' is a priority for them and that in the view of the MPs "The UK leaving the EU without a deal would cause real anxiety both for UK citizens living in the EU and EU citizens in the UK". (more...)
Asia Bibi's daughters find safety in Canada ahead of court blasphemy ruling
- January 29, 2019
A Pakistani lawyer, who fled to the Netherlands after receiving death threats for defending a Christian woman on blasphemy charges, has returned home, according to a media report. "She will be a free person to go anywhere she wants to". Incited by a local Muslim leader, a mob at the time accused her of insulting the Prophet Muhammad. (more...)
- January 29, 2019
A Pakistani lawyer, who fled to the Netherlands after receiving death threats for defending a Christian woman on blasphemy charges, has returned home, according to a media report. "She will be a free person to go anywhere she wants to". Incited by a local Muslim leader, a mob at the time accused her of insulting the Prophet Muhammad. (more...)
Trump turns on Fox News over border fight coverage
- January 29, 2019
The larger finding of the poll was a 39 percent approval rating for Trump overall , down from 42 percent in December, versus 53 percent who disapprove, which is up from 49 percent last month. The shutdown, which began shortly before the Christmas holiday and entered into its 34th day Friday, became the longest budget impasse in US history. (more...)
- January 29, 2019
The larger finding of the poll was a 39 percent approval rating for Trump overall , down from 42 percent in December, versus 53 percent who disapprove, which is up from 49 percent last month. The shutdown, which began shortly before the Christmas holiday and entered into its 34th day Friday, became the longest budget impasse in US history. (more...)
UAE's gender equality awards won entirely by men
- January 29, 2019
The Dubai government's media office tweeted a photo of the winners after the ceremony, who were all men. The UAE's Gender Balance Index awards are, at least in theory, awarded to those who helped government departments make progress over the a year ago, as part of female participation goals set in 2015. (more...)
- January 29, 2019
The Dubai government's media office tweeted a photo of the winners after the ceremony, who were all men. The UAE's Gender Balance Index awards are, at least in theory, awarded to those who helped government departments make progress over the a year ago, as part of female participation goals set in 2015. (more...)
Snow and ice prompt travel warnings as temperatures plunge to -7
- January 29, 2019
It is feared that power lines and mobile phone networks could be put at risk by the deteriorating weather. A yellow weather warning is in place from midday for northern and western England and Wales and from 9pm for the southeast, East Midlands and East Anglia. (more...)
- January 29, 2019
It is feared that power lines and mobile phone networks could be put at risk by the deteriorating weather. A yellow weather warning is in place from midday for northern and western England and Wales and from 9pm for the southeast, East Midlands and East Anglia. (more...)
Boy, 3, says bear helped him survive in woods
- January 29, 2019
Hughes said rescuers waded through almost waist-deep water to get to the toddler. Searchers later found him in the woods and transported him to Carolina East Medical Center. The claims were repeated by his aunt, Brenna Hathaway. "God sent him a friend to keep him safe". God is good God. Hughes told reporters that Casey is recovering well and was unharmed by his experience, and when found he just wanted to see his mother. (more...)
- January 29, 2019
Hughes said rescuers waded through almost waist-deep water to get to the toddler. Searchers later found him in the woods and transported him to Carolina East Medical Center. The claims were repeated by his aunt, Brenna Hathaway. "God sent him a friend to keep him safe". God is good God. Hughes told reporters that Casey is recovering well and was unharmed by his experience, and when found he just wanted to see his mother. (more...)
Houston Police Officers Injured in Shooting
- January 29, 2019
UPDATE 7:25 p.m.: A KTRK reporter on the scene reports that police officials on the scene report the scene is now "secure". HOUSTON , Texas -Five Houston officers were injured during a shooting Monday and have been taken to a hospital, police said. (more...)
- January 29, 2019
UPDATE 7:25 p.m.: A KTRK reporter on the scene reports that police officials on the scene report the scene is now "secure". HOUSTON , Texas -Five Houston officers were injured during a shooting Monday and have been taken to a hospital, police said. (more...)
Robert Mueller investigation is 'close to being completed,' acting attorney general says
- January 29, 2019
Whitaker made the comment Monday during an unrelated news conference at the Justice Department in Washington . "The first indication that we received today about what has happened since he has overseen since the acting Attorney General, the day of the election". (more...)
- January 29, 2019
Whitaker made the comment Monday during an unrelated news conference at the Justice Department in Washington . "The first indication that we received today about what has happened since he has overseen since the acting Attorney General, the day of the election". (more...)
Snow moves in Tuesday, bitter cold afterward
- January 29, 2019
A winter weather advisory will be in effect from 4 a.m. Tuesday until midnight across most of eastern Pennsylvania, including Lehigh and Northampton counties. The cold is said to be "life-threatening" and frostbite can set in on exposed skin in as little as five minutes. But Monday's snow is just a precursor to what's in store for IL starting Tuesday . (more...)
- January 29, 2019
A winter weather advisory will be in effect from 4 a.m. Tuesday until midnight across most of eastern Pennsylvania, including Lehigh and Northampton counties. The cold is said to be "life-threatening" and frostbite can set in on exposed skin in as little as five minutes. But Monday's snow is just a precursor to what's in store for IL starting Tuesday . (more...)
Boston snow maps for Tuesday, January 29, 2019
- January 29, 2019
The weather service is forecasting up to an inch or so of early snow Monday with a high near 7 degrees and a low of minus 15. There will be breaks of sunshine with a few passing flurries or snow showers possible throughout Wednesday , but little-to-no additional accumulation. (more...)
- January 29, 2019
The weather service is forecasting up to an inch or so of early snow Monday with a high near 7 degrees and a low of minus 15. There will be breaks of sunshine with a few passing flurries or snow showers possible throughout Wednesday , but little-to-no additional accumulation. (more...)
United Kingdom has martial law option in case of no-deal Brexit: minister
- January 29, 2019
Openreach is the latest out of a long line of companies from various industries that have warned that they are stockpiling goods and equipment in case Britain crashes out of the bloc without a deal. The Prime Minister will order her MPs to support a plan calling for the unpopular Irish backstop to be replaced with "alternative arrangements" to avoid a hard border on the island. (more...)
- January 29, 2019
Openreach is the latest out of a long line of companies from various industries that have warned that they are stockpiling goods and equipment in case Britain crashes out of the bloc without a deal. The Prime Minister will order her MPs to support a plan calling for the unpopular Irish backstop to be replaced with "alternative arrangements" to avoid a hard border on the island. (more...)
Woman stuck in elevator of $20million Manhattan townhouse for weekend
- January 28, 2019
ABC is reporting that the woman was a cleaning employee. The FDNY spokesperson said the elevator was trapped between the second and third floors, and firefighters were able to force the door open and get the person, whose name and age have not been released, out. (more...)
- January 28, 2019
ABC is reporting that the woman was a cleaning employee. The FDNY spokesperson said the elevator was trapped between the second and third floors, and firefighters were able to force the door open and get the person, whose name and age have not been released, out. (more...)
Tesco supermarket jobs at risk in Stowmarket, Sudbury, Ipswich, and Saxmundham
- January 28, 2019
Jason Tarry, CEO, UK & ROI said: " In our four years of turnaround we've made good progress, but the market is challenging and we need to continually adapt to remain competitive and respond to how customers want to shop ". The Mail On Sunday reports that industry sources estimate a total of 15,000 jobs could be cut from supermarkets across the country, with staffed canteens replaced by vending machines. (more...)
- January 28, 2019
Jason Tarry, CEO, UK & ROI said: " In our four years of turnaround we've made good progress, but the market is challenging and we need to continually adapt to remain competitive and respond to how customers want to shop ". The Mail On Sunday reports that industry sources estimate a total of 15,000 jobs could be cut from supermarkets across the country, with staffed canteens replaced by vending machines. (more...)
Death toll reaches 58 in Brazil dam collapse
- January 28, 2019
Brazilian officials on Sunday suspended the search for potential survivors of a January 25 dam collapse that has killed at least 40 people amid fears that another nearby dam owned by the same company was also at risk of breaching. The company also says it has provided accommodations for more than 800 people, along with 40 ambulances and a rescue helicopter. The accident recalls a similar disaster in 2015, when another mining dam broke in the same state of Minas Gerais, killing 19 people. (more...)
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- January 28, 2019
Brazilian officials on Sunday suspended the search for potential survivors of a January 25 dam collapse that has killed at least 40 people amid fears that another nearby dam owned by the same company was also at risk of breaching. The company also says it has provided accommodations for more than 800 people, along with 40 ambulances and a rescue helicopter. The accident recalls a similar disaster in 2015, when another mining dam broke in the same state of Minas Gerais, killing 19 people. (more...)
Partial US government shutdown cost economy $3 billion: budget office
- January 28, 2019
The Congressional Budget Office Report predicts a $118 billion increase over last year's $779 billion deficit. The CBO, the federal agency charged with analysing the economy and budget for Congress, released the estimates on Monday alongside the broader outlook it prepares each year. (more...)
- January 28, 2019
The Congressional Budget Office Report predicts a $118 billion increase over last year's $779 billion deficit. The CBO, the federal agency charged with analysing the economy and budget for Congress, released the estimates on Monday alongside the broader outlook it prepares each year. (more...)
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