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Sports canceled as traumatized New Zealand mourns shooting victims
- March 17, 2019
The statement added that a range of activities must be completed before names can be released publicly, "this includes next of kin notifications, which, in many cases, will have global aspects to them". "If this evil thinks we will stop going to our mosque here or stop doing our worship to our god, Allah, we can not ever stop", Linwood mosque Imam Ibrahim Abdelhalim said. (more...)
- March 17, 2019
The statement added that a range of activities must be completed before names can be released publicly, "this includes next of kin notifications, which, in many cases, will have global aspects to them". "If this evil thinks we will stop going to our mosque here or stop doing our worship to our god, Allah, we can not ever stop", Linwood mosque Imam Ibrahim Abdelhalim said. (more...)
Mob Boss Gunned Down Outside Staten Island Home
- March 17, 2019
The killing marked the first murder of a sitting mob boss in NY since the December 1985 hit on Gambino boss Paul "Big Paul" Castellano, who lived in the same neighborhood where Cali was shot. Comello's Facebook page said he once attended Tottenville High School on Staten Island. When asked about the suspect's arrest record, Shea said he "crossed paths in some limited circumstances with the NYPD", including getting a parking ticket on Staten Island the day Cali was killed. (more...)
- March 17, 2019
The killing marked the first murder of a sitting mob boss in NY since the December 1985 hit on Gambino boss Paul "Big Paul" Castellano, who lived in the same neighborhood where Cali was shot. Comello's Facebook page said he once attended Tottenville High School on Staten Island. When asked about the suspect's arrest record, Shea said he "crossed paths in some limited circumstances with the NYPD", including getting a parking ticket on Staten Island the day Cali was killed. (more...)
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern a pillar of strength
- March 17, 2019
A critically injured 4-year-old girl was also brought to Christchurch Hospital then transferred to an Auckland hospital, according to Greg Robertson, chief of surgery at the Christchurch hospital. 39 remain in the hospital, 11 of whom are in the ICU, Ardern said. Omar Nabi speaks to the media about losing his father Haji Daoud in the mosque attacks , at the district court in Christchurch , New Zealand , March 16, 2019. (more...)
- March 17, 2019
A critically injured 4-year-old girl was also brought to Christchurch Hospital then transferred to an Auckland hospital, according to Greg Robertson, chief of surgery at the Christchurch hospital. 39 remain in the hospital, 11 of whom are in the ICU, Ardern said. Omar Nabi speaks to the media about losing his father Haji Daoud in the mosque attacks , at the district court in Christchurch , New Zealand , March 16, 2019. (more...)
Iranian Human Rights Lawyer Sentenced To Seven Years' Prison
- March 17, 2019
Sotoudeh, held at Evin Prison in Tehran, told her husband about the latest sentencing during a brief telephone conversation, the Center for Human Rights in Iran , a monitoring group, said in a statement on Monday. Iran, often accused of human rights abuse, said on Monday it had allowed UN Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights Kate Gilmore to visit last week at the head of a "technical mission". (more...)
- March 17, 2019
Sotoudeh, held at Evin Prison in Tehran, told her husband about the latest sentencing during a brief telephone conversation, the Center for Human Rights in Iran , a monitoring group, said in a statement on Monday. Iran, often accused of human rights abuse, said on Monday it had allowed UN Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights Kate Gilmore to visit last week at the head of a "technical mission". (more...)
'Everybody ran to save themselves' - Eye witnesses recount New Zealand Mosque attack
- March 17, 2019
Forty-nine people have been killed and four people are in custody after attackers opened fire during Friday prayers at two mosques in the New Zealand city of Christchurch. Bush said police had found two improvised explosive devices in one auto, a clarification from an earlier statement that there were devices in multiple vehicles. (more...)
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- March 17, 2019
Forty-nine people have been killed and four people are in custody after attackers opened fire during Friday prayers at two mosques in the New Zealand city of Christchurch. Bush said police had found two improvised explosive devices in one auto, a clarification from an earlier statement that there were devices in multiple vehicles. (more...)
Gaza border protests called off after Israel air raids - organizers
- March 17, 2019
About four hours after the launches, the IDF announced it had begun striking targets in Gaza in response. Rocket fire toward Israel's southern communities near the Gaza Strip is common, but Tel Aviv is rarely targeted. Residents have little desire for another war with Israel . Earlier Thursday, Hamas police violently broke up a small protest over the harsh living conditions. (more...)
- March 17, 2019
About four hours after the launches, the IDF announced it had begun striking targets in Gaza in response. Rocket fire toward Israel's southern communities near the Gaza Strip is common, but Tel Aviv is rarely targeted. Residents have little desire for another war with Israel . Earlier Thursday, Hamas police violently broke up a small protest over the harsh living conditions. (more...)
Opposition accuses Liberals of 'coverup' at justice committee
- March 16, 2019
Shortly after the meeting convened, the Liberal committee members abruptly voted to adjourn, with Conservatives and New Democrats shouting out epithets like "Cover-up!" and "Despicable!" Conservative MP Pierre Poilievre claimed yesterday that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is directing the Liberal members and said it should be called the "Justin committee" rather than the "justice committee". (more...)
- March 16, 2019
Shortly after the meeting convened, the Liberal committee members abruptly voted to adjourn, with Conservatives and New Democrats shouting out epithets like "Cover-up!" and "Despicable!" Conservative MP Pierre Poilievre claimed yesterday that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is directing the Liberal members and said it should be called the "Justin committee" rather than the "justice committee". (more...)
Flooding in wake of 'bomb cyclone' threatens Nebraska nuclear plant
- March 16, 2019
The " bomb cyclone " slammed the central United States with hurricane-like winds and blizzard conditions this week, leaving in its tracks heavy rains and flooding. Nebraska and other parts of the Midwest are coping with heavy flooding this weekend in the wake of a powerful "bomb cyclone" as well as from the natural snow melt during spring thaw, forecasters said. (more...)
- March 16, 2019
The " bomb cyclone " slammed the central United States with hurricane-like winds and blizzard conditions this week, leaving in its tracks heavy rains and flooding. Nebraska and other parts of the Midwest are coping with heavy flooding this weekend in the wake of a powerful "bomb cyclone" as well as from the natural snow melt during spring thaw, forecasters said. (more...)
What happened on Sunday 30 January 1972 — Bloody Sunday
- March 16, 2019
A former paratrooper, known only as soldier F, will be charged with two murders and four attempted murders, the Public Prosecution Service announced on Thursday. Mr Herron said he was conscious that relatives faced an "extremely hard day". "As prosecutors, we are required to be wholly objective in our approach". (more...)
- March 16, 2019
A former paratrooper, known only as soldier F, will be charged with two murders and four attempted murders, the Public Prosecution Service announced on Thursday. Mr Herron said he was conscious that relatives faced an "extremely hard day". "As prosecutors, we are required to be wholly objective in our approach". (more...)
Bernie Sanders' staff unionizes in presidential campaign first
- March 16, 2019
UFCW Local 400 President Mark P. Federici says he expects the decision will mean that Sanders' campaign workers have pay parity and transparency, as well as no gender bias and harassment. If a majority of workers sign them, the union presents those cards to the employer so that the employer will recognize the union. The next step is for the campaign and the union to begin negotiations over a collective bargaining agreement, the union said. (more...)
- March 16, 2019
UFCW Local 400 President Mark P. Federici says he expects the decision will mean that Sanders' campaign workers have pay parity and transparency, as well as no gender bias and harassment. If a majority of workers sign them, the union presents those cards to the employer so that the employer will recognize the union. The next step is for the campaign and the union to begin negotiations over a collective bargaining agreement, the union said. (more...)
Death toll from New zealand's Christchurch mosque attacks rises to 49
- March 16, 2019
The Bangladesh cricket team's tour of New Zealand has been called off following the attacks and the team narrowly escaped the Al Noor mosque after they were en route to Friday players. "Police are aware there is extremely distressing footage relating to the incident in Christchurch circulating online". He wrote: "We will not allow this sort of evil to destroy our friendship, and I know that all of us in the diocese will continue to stand with you and to work together with you for a ... (more...)
- March 16, 2019
The Bangladesh cricket team's tour of New Zealand has been called off following the attacks and the team narrowly escaped the Al Noor mosque after they were en route to Friday players. "Police are aware there is extremely distressing footage relating to the incident in Christchurch circulating online". He wrote: "We will not allow this sort of evil to destroy our friendship, and I know that all of us in the diocese will continue to stand with you and to work together with you for a ... (more...)
Muslim activist tears into Chelsea Clinton's 'caucasity' at NZ victims' vigil
- March 16, 2019
Trump, Jr.is likely referring to a Tweet Clinton wrote in February in which she criticized comments from Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) which sparked controversy both inside and outside of the Democratic party, as lawmakers and the public, alike, debated over whether the congresswoman's remarks were anti-Semitic. (more...)
- March 16, 2019
Trump, Jr.is likely referring to a Tweet Clinton wrote in February in which she criticized comments from Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) which sparked controversy both inside and outside of the Democratic party, as lawmakers and the public, alike, debated over whether the congresswoman's remarks were anti-Semitic. (more...)
Trump sharply criticizes British leader's handling of Brexit
- March 16, 2019
Trump did state his belief that Varadkar is now in a "complicated position" due to Brexit and stated his belief that the European Union has treated the USA "very unfairly" over the years. The most concerning element for Ireland, Varadkar said, is that Brexit should not cause any problems in Northern Ireland, which voted to stay in the EU. (more...)
- March 16, 2019
Trump did state his belief that Varadkar is now in a "complicated position" due to Brexit and stated his belief that the European Union has treated the USA "very unfairly" over the years. The most concerning element for Ireland, Varadkar said, is that Brexit should not cause any problems in Northern Ireland, which voted to stay in the EU. (more...)
Bomb Cyclone Continues its March Across the Nation
- March 16, 2019
Numerous creeks and streams were out of their banks and caused widespread flooding, the National Weather Service office in Des Moines said. Tornadoes have so far been reported in New Mexico, Michigan and Kentucky, and have caused considerable damage to power lines and buildings, but no fatalities. (more...)
- March 16, 2019
Numerous creeks and streams were out of their banks and caused widespread flooding, the National Weather Service office in Des Moines said. Tornadoes have so far been reported in New Mexico, Michigan and Kentucky, and have caused considerable damage to power lines and buildings, but no fatalities. (more...)
Trump’s team plans to appeal ‘Apprentice’ ruling
- March 16, 2019
Trump's legal team can seek to have the appellate court's ruling reviewed by the New York State Supreme Court in Albany. Donald Trump's efforts to get a defamation lawsuit thrown away have been dismissed by an appellate court in NY, which officially rejected the idea that a sitting president can not be sued in state court. (more...)
- March 16, 2019
Trump's legal team can seek to have the appellate court's ruling reviewed by the New York State Supreme Court in Albany. Donald Trump's efforts to get a defamation lawsuit thrown away have been dismissed by an appellate court in NY, which officially rejected the idea that a sitting president can not be sued in state court. (more...)
Alleged Gambino crime boss shot, killed outside Staten Island home
- March 16, 2019
Chief of Detectives Dermot Shea said there has been a slight urise in alleged mob-related violence in NY within the previous year. Legendary New York Post and Daily News crime beat writer Murray Weiss, now a producer for CBS News' "48 Hours", extensively covered the Gambino crime family and told WCBS 880's Steve Scott he has a theory that Cali's murder may also have a connection to the Gotti family. (more...)
- March 16, 2019
Chief of Detectives Dermot Shea said there has been a slight urise in alleged mob-related violence in NY within the previous year. Legendary New York Post and Daily News crime beat writer Murray Weiss, now a producer for CBS News' "48 Hours", extensively covered the Gambino crime family and told WCBS 880's Steve Scott he has a theory that Cali's murder may also have a connection to the Gotti family. (more...)
Sterling headed for best week since January after Brexit votes
- March 16, 2019
May has given those critics an ultimatum - ratify her deal by Wednesday or face a delay to Brexit way beyond June 30 that would open up the possibility that the entire departure from the European Union could ultimately be thwarted. For all the attention on the Independent Group of former Labour and Conservative MPs, Theresa May's fragile grip on the Brexit process was nearly - but not quite - removed by a different cross-party alliance this week. (more...)
- March 16, 2019
May has given those critics an ultimatum - ratify her deal by Wednesday or face a delay to Brexit way beyond June 30 that would open up the possibility that the entire departure from the European Union could ultimately be thwarted. For all the attention on the Independent Group of former Labour and Conservative MPs, Theresa May's fragile grip on the Brexit process was nearly - but not quite - removed by a different cross-party alliance this week. (more...)
US, EU slap new sanctions on Russian Federation over Ukraine
- March 16, 2019
The EU's decision takes the number of people blacklisted by the bloc over the crisis in Ukraine to 170, plus 44 entities. "The measures now apply to a total of 170 persons and 44 entities ", the Council of European Union pointed out. "We also call on Russian Federation to respect Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders, including its territorial waters". (more...)
- March 16, 2019
The EU's decision takes the number of people blacklisted by the bloc over the crisis in Ukraine to 170, plus 44 entities. "The measures now apply to a total of 170 persons and 44 entities ", the Council of European Union pointed out. "We also call on Russian Federation to respect Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders, including its territorial waters". (more...)
Barefoot, Handcuffed, New Zealand Shooter Smirks In Court
- March 16, 2019
Tarrant was arrested in a auto, which police said was carrying improvised explosive devices, 36 minutes after they were first called. It is clear that this can now only be described as a terrorist attack . Ontario Premier Doug Ford strongly condemned the horrifying attack, tweeting , "I join people across Ontario and Canada and stand with all legislators at Queen's Park in condemning this hatred and violence against our Muslim brothers and sisters". (more...)
- March 16, 2019
Tarrant was arrested in a auto, which police said was carrying improvised explosive devices, 36 minutes after they were first called. It is clear that this can now only be described as a terrorist attack . Ontario Premier Doug Ford strongly condemned the horrifying attack, tweeting , "I join people across Ontario and Canada and stand with all legislators at Queen's Park in condemning this hatred and violence against our Muslim brothers and sisters". (more...)
Bangladesh cricket team forced to flee Christchurch Mosque after shooting incident
- March 16, 2019
The Bangladesh squad were scheduled to fly out of Christchurch at noon on Saturday. "Allah save [d] us today while shooting in Christchurch in the mosque. Two other men and one woman were also detained and firearms were seized, although it is now not clear if they were linked to the attacks. The Bangladesh players were understandably traumatised by the incident. (more...)
- March 16, 2019
The Bangladesh squad were scheduled to fly out of Christchurch at noon on Saturday. "Allah save [d] us today while shooting in Christchurch in the mosque. Two other men and one woman were also detained and firearms were seized, although it is now not clear if they were linked to the attacks. The Bangladesh players were understandably traumatised by the incident. (more...)
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