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Libya's Haftar army announces 2nd stage of offensive on Tripoli
- April 27, 2019
Details remain unclear. The injured migrants are being treated in a hospital. The evacuation came one day after 12 refugees were hospitalized as a result of armed violence. This horrific attack also makes patently clear the urgency for European Union member states to ensure safe routes out of Libya for refugees and migrants trapped in the country.. (more...)
- April 27, 2019
Details remain unclear. The injured migrants are being treated in a hospital. The evacuation came one day after 12 refugees were hospitalized as a result of armed violence. This horrific attack also makes patently clear the urgency for European Union member states to ensure safe routes out of Libya for refugees and migrants trapped in the country.. (more...)
China Furious as French Warship Sails Through Taiwan Strait
- April 27, 2019
France is in contact with Chinese authorities after a French warship passed through the Taiwan Strait earlier this month, a source close to French Defence Minister Florence Parly told Reuters on Thursday. Beijing has been ramping up pressure to assert its sovereignty over the island. Chen Chung-chi, spokesman for Taiwan's defense ministry, told Reuters by phone the strait is part of busy global waters and it is "a necessity" for vessels from all countries to transit through it. (more...)
- April 27, 2019
France is in contact with Chinese authorities after a French warship passed through the Taiwan Strait earlier this month, a source close to French Defence Minister Florence Parly told Reuters on Thursday. Beijing has been ramping up pressure to assert its sovereignty over the island. Chen Chung-chi, spokesman for Taiwan's defense ministry, told Reuters by phone the strait is part of busy global waters and it is "a necessity" for vessels from all countries to transit through it. (more...)
US, China to hold ministerial trade talks next week in Beijing
- April 27, 2019
Press Secretary Sarah Sanders says U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin will travel to Beijing for talks that begin April 30. "We have to make sure that if we do the deal with China that China lives by the deal", Trump told reporters last month. 'It's the trickiest part and it will require trade-offs on both sides'. (more...)
- April 27, 2019
Press Secretary Sarah Sanders says U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin will travel to Beijing for talks that begin April 30. "We have to make sure that if we do the deal with China that China lives by the deal", Trump told reporters last month. 'It's the trickiest part and it will require trade-offs on both sides'. (more...)
China's Xi pledges to 'fight corruption' at Belt and Road summit
- April 27, 2019
Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad is greeted by China President Xi Jinping upon his arrival at the Yangi Lake Complex in Beijing April 27, 2019. "The remain deeply suspicious and skeptical of this plan being anything more than Beijing trying to attain more political influence worldwide", she said. (more...)
- April 27, 2019
Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad is greeted by China President Xi Jinping upon his arrival at the Yangi Lake Complex in Beijing April 27, 2019. "The remain deeply suspicious and skeptical of this plan being anything more than Beijing trying to attain more political influence worldwide", she said. (more...)
Sri Lanka failed to heed warnings of attacks, official says
- April 27, 2019
Another bomb was later discovered near the Colombo International Airport and defused. A morgue worker in Negombo, outside Colombo, where St. Sebastian's Church was targeted, said many bodies were hard to identify because of the blasts. (more...)
- April 27, 2019
Another bomb was later discovered near the Colombo International Airport and defused. A morgue worker in Negombo, outside Colombo, where St. Sebastian's Church was targeted, said many bodies were hard to identify because of the blasts. (more...)
Sri Lankan president vows security shake-up over attacks
- April 27, 2019
Authorities remain unsure of its involvement, though many suspect experienced foreign militants were advising, funding or guiding the attackers. The vast majority of those killed in the blasts were Sri Lankan, many from the island nation's Christian minority. (more...)
- April 27, 2019
Authorities remain unsure of its involvement, though many suspect experienced foreign militants were advising, funding or guiding the attackers. The vast majority of those killed in the blasts were Sri Lankan, many from the island nation's Christian minority. (more...)
IL 5-Year-Old Boy Missing from Crystal Lake Found Dead
- April 27, 2019
A judge sets the bond for the parents accused of killing Andrew "AJ" Freund at $5M bond in court Thursday morning. Lawyers from the McHenry County public defender's office represented the parents during Thursday's hearing, and it was unclear whether they had hired private attorneys. (more...)
- April 27, 2019
A judge sets the bond for the parents accused of killing Andrew "AJ" Freund at $5M bond in court Thursday morning. Lawyers from the McHenry County public defender's office represented the parents during Thursday's hearing, and it was unclear whether they had hired private attorneys. (more...)
Jordan- Australian embassy commemorates ANZAC Day
- April 27, 2019
Anzac Day is the national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders who served and died in all wars , conflicts, and peacekeeping operations. "We honour today the bravery and determination of the men at Gallipoli". "Despite the failed attempt to extinguish the Turkish resistance, a nationhood between the then young countries of Australia and New Zealand were developed and their bilateral ties continues to strengthen today", it ... (more...)
- April 27, 2019
Anzac Day is the national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders who served and died in all wars , conflicts, and peacekeeping operations. "We honour today the bravery and determination of the men at Gallipoli". "Despite the failed attempt to extinguish the Turkish resistance, a nationhood between the then young countries of Australia and New Zealand were developed and their bilateral ties continues to strengthen today", it ... (more...)
President Trump withdraws USA from United Nations arms trade treaty
- April 27, 2019
On Twitter, Trump called the decision a defense of "American sovereignty". Conservative groups, including the NRA , have opposed the treaty, fearing that it would infringe on American sovereignty and cede power to the United Nations . According to the United Nations, 101 states joined the ATT. It has been ratified by 101 countries - but key arms exporters including Russian Federation and China and major importers such as India and Egypt have given no indication that they will sign it. (more...)
- April 27, 2019
On Twitter, Trump called the decision a defense of "American sovereignty". Conservative groups, including the NRA , have opposed the treaty, fearing that it would infringe on American sovereignty and cede power to the United Nations . According to the United Nations, 101 states joined the ATT. It has been ratified by 101 countries - but key arms exporters including Russian Federation and China and major importers such as India and Egypt have given no indication that they will sign it. (more...)
Fashion antihero Anna Delvey is convicted of fraud
- April 27, 2019
The second-degree larceny charge carries a sentence of up to 15 years. From November 2016 to August 2017, the young woman's masquerade as a German heiress granted her access to luxurious hotels, private jet planes, and New York City's hottest night clubs. (more...)
- April 27, 2019
The second-degree larceny charge carries a sentence of up to 15 years. From November 2016 to August 2017, the young woman's masquerade as a German heiress granted her access to luxurious hotels, private jet planes, and New York City's hottest night clubs. (more...)
This Muslim woman's response to Islamophobic protesters is absolutely flawless
- April 27, 2019
Others were too intimidated to respond, saying they avoided confronting the protesters - but Ms Ismaa'eel said she asked a friend to snap the photo, because she wanted to combat the hatred with kindness and a sense of fun. "I just wish they could hear all the love being spread inside the conference instead of protesting outside". "I yelled to my friend Jamilah, "There they are!" But while Shaymaa saw the amusing side, her friend did not. (more...)
- April 27, 2019
Others were too intimidated to respond, saying they avoided confronting the protesters - but Ms Ismaa'eel said she asked a friend to snap the photo, because she wanted to combat the hatred with kindness and a sense of fun. "I just wish they could hear all the love being spread inside the conference instead of protesting outside". "I yelled to my friend Jamilah, "There they are!" But while Shaymaa saw the amusing side, her friend did not. (more...)
America Is More Stressed Than Venezuela, Poll Shows
- April 27, 2019
Greeks remained the most stressed out population for the third consecutive year, with 59 percent saying they experienced a lot of stress the day before the survey. A quarter experienced sadness, and 22 per cent of them said they were angry. Numerous countries experiencing roughly as much stress as the USA were embroiled in political turmoil of some kind, whether humanitarian, economic or security-related. (more...)
- April 27, 2019
Greeks remained the most stressed out population for the third consecutive year, with 59 percent saying they experienced a lot of stress the day before the survey. A quarter experienced sadness, and 22 per cent of them said they were angry. Numerous countries experiencing roughly as much stress as the USA were embroiled in political turmoil of some kind, whether humanitarian, economic or security-related. (more...)
Trevor Mallard delivers heartfelt speech at Anzac dawn service in Gallipoli
- April 27, 2019
Speaking in Australia before the service began in Turkey , Prime Minister Scott Morrison said there was no clear link between the arrest by Turkish police and any Anzac Day event at Gallipoli. "Although not said, we recommit ourselves to one another, our nation and the ideals of mankind", Dr Nelson said. Photo: Hazimul Wa'ie/The ScoopMilitary and civilian personnel attending the ANZAC Day service held at Muara Beach on April 25, 2019. (more...)
- April 27, 2019
Speaking in Australia before the service began in Turkey , Prime Minister Scott Morrison said there was no clear link between the arrest by Turkish police and any Anzac Day event at Gallipoli. "Although not said, we recommit ourselves to one another, our nation and the ideals of mankind", Dr Nelson said. Photo: Hazimul Wa'ie/The ScoopMilitary and civilian personnel attending the ANZAC Day service held at Muara Beach on April 25, 2019. (more...)
Britain calls China's Belt and Road Initiative a 'vision'
- April 27, 2019
That is different from his earlier offers to provide financing for projects from Chinese banks and agencies. It does not serve China's geopolitical ambitions if the BRI is not accepted by the Western world. Mr Hammon also said the project must work for everyone for it to turn into a sustainable reality, saying: "The Belt and Road Initiative has tremendous potential to spread prosperity and sustainable development, touching as it does, potentially 70 percent of the world's population, a ... (more...)
- April 27, 2019
That is different from his earlier offers to provide financing for projects from Chinese banks and agencies. It does not serve China's geopolitical ambitions if the BRI is not accepted by the Western world. Mr Hammon also said the project must work for everyone for it to turn into a sustainable reality, saying: "The Belt and Road Initiative has tremendous potential to spread prosperity and sustainable development, touching as it does, potentially 70 percent of the world's population, a ... (more...)
Woman, 35, killed after falling into meat grinder at work
- April 27, 2019
The employee heard the machine making unusual noises and was shocked when he realized what happened. "This was a awful accident", Lycoming County Coroner Charles E. "We talked to the person who found her", Kiessling told ABC. No word on how Greninger fell to her death. Jill was described by friends as "an awesome person" who "touched so many lives". (more...)
- April 27, 2019
The employee heard the machine making unusual noises and was shocked when he realized what happened. "This was a awful accident", Lycoming County Coroner Charles E. "We talked to the person who found her", Kiessling told ABC. No word on how Greninger fell to her death. Jill was described by friends as "an awesome person" who "touched so many lives". (more...)
Warning Ahead Of Storm Hannah
- April 27, 2019
In addition, Met Éireann issued Status Orange wind warnings for Galway, from 7pm this evening until midnight, and Tipperary and Waterford from 10pm tonight until 2am tomorrow, with gusts expected of up to 120km/h for a time tonight . In these counties, southerly winds will veer northwesterly and reach mean speeds of 50-65kph with gusts of 90 to 110kph. Friday morning will be mostly cloudy with rain spreading over Leinster and Ulster. (more...)
- April 27, 2019
In addition, Met Éireann issued Status Orange wind warnings for Galway, from 7pm this evening until midnight, and Tipperary and Waterford from 10pm tonight until 2am tomorrow, with gusts expected of up to 120km/h for a time tonight . In these counties, southerly winds will veer northwesterly and reach mean speeds of 50-65kph with gusts of 90 to 110kph. Friday morning will be mostly cloudy with rain spreading over Leinster and Ulster. (more...)
Federal Judge Sentences Maria Butina 18 Months in Prison
- April 26, 2019
She faces up to five years in prison, although the final decision on sentencing rests with U.S. District Court Judge Tanya S. Chutkan. The statement relied heavily on a former Federal Bureau of Investigation official's opinion that Butina's effort to infiltrate conservative groups bore "all the hallmarks" of an intelligence operation to target powerful political individuals for Kremlin recruitment later. (more...)
- April 26, 2019
She faces up to five years in prison, although the final decision on sentencing rests with U.S. District Court Judge Tanya S. Chutkan. The statement relied heavily on a former Federal Bureau of Investigation official's opinion that Butina's effort to infiltrate conservative groups bore "all the hallmarks" of an intelligence operation to target powerful political individuals for Kremlin recruitment later. (more...)
TikTok Ban Lifted by Madras High Court
- April 26, 2019
Amicus curiae Arvind Datar , appointed by the court to examine the implications of the app, argued on Wednesday that banning an application is not the solution, and that the rights of legitimate users must be protected, according to a report on legal website Bar & Bench. (more...)
- April 26, 2019
Amicus curiae Arvind Datar , appointed by the court to examine the implications of the app, argued on Wednesday that banning an application is not the solution, and that the rights of legitimate users must be protected, according to a report on legal website Bar & Bench. (more...)
Thousands gather for Anzac Day in Australia, New Zealand amid heightened security
- April 26, 2019
A suspected Islamic State member has been arrested in Turkey over a plot to attack today's Anzac commemorations at Gallipoli which will be attended by hundreds of New Zealanders and Australians. Heavily armed police surrounded the function area and snipers were positioned on rooftops during the ceremony. Prince William laid a wreath at an Anzac Day service in Auckland before heading to Christchurch to visit survivors of the Christchurch mosque attacks and thank emergency staff. (more...)
- April 26, 2019
A suspected Islamic State member has been arrested in Turkey over a plot to attack today's Anzac commemorations at Gallipoli which will be attended by hundreds of New Zealanders and Australians. Heavily armed police surrounded the function area and snipers were positioned on rooftops during the ceremony. Prince William laid a wreath at an Anzac Day service in Auckland before heading to Christchurch to visit survivors of the Christchurch mosque attacks and thank emergency staff. (more...)
Sri Lanka's PM Says Father of Bombers Under Arrest
- April 26, 2019
The coordinated suicide bombings targeted three churches and three hotels killing at least 250 people and wounding 500 more. Authorities have so far focused their investigations on worldwide links to two domestic Islamist groups - National Thawheed Jama'ut and Jammiyathul Millathu Ibrahim - they believe carried out the attacks. (more...)
- April 26, 2019
The coordinated suicide bombings targeted three churches and three hotels killing at least 250 people and wounding 500 more. Authorities have so far focused their investigations on worldwide links to two domestic Islamist groups - National Thawheed Jama'ut and Jammiyathul Millathu Ibrahim - they believe carried out the attacks. (more...)
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