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Putin foe Navalny says he could have been 'poisoned'
- August 01, 2019
They treated him with a steroid and he got better, but he has been sent back to jail despite needing to continue the treatment, she told reporters. He said he would like to see CCTV footage to check if anyone entered the cell while he was away on a walk, saying that he had his own linen and toiletries and could not think of a possible cause unless someone left something near his bunk. (more...)
- August 01, 2019
They treated him with a steroid and he got better, but he has been sent back to jail despite needing to continue the treatment, she told reporters. He said he would like to see CCTV footage to check if anyone entered the cell while he was away on a walk, saying that he had his own linen and toiletries and could not think of a possible cause unless someone left something near his bunk. (more...)
Indian Muslim 'instant divorce' ban hailed but faces court challenge
- August 01, 2019
In the division on referring the Bill to the Select Committee, the government got 100 votes while 84 voted against. The Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage, ) Bill, 2019, was passed by the Upper House on Tuesday. It is historic", Zakia Soman of the BMMA told DW. "At least the new law has legitimised our struggle", said the 24-year-old law student who now runs an NGO in UP for the benefit of instant talaq victims and those affected by domestic violence. (more...)
- August 01, 2019
In the division on referring the Bill to the Select Committee, the government got 100 votes while 84 voted against. The Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage, ) Bill, 2019, was passed by the Upper House on Tuesday. It is historic", Zakia Soman of the BMMA told DW. "At least the new law has legitimised our struggle", said the 24-year-old law student who now runs an NGO in UP for the benefit of instant talaq victims and those affected by domestic violence. (more...)
Fire breaks out at Exxon Mobil refinery in Houston area
- August 01, 2019
By Wednesday afternoon, the smoke had lessened. As of Wednesday 4pm ET (3pm CT) the fire was isolated and contained, but not yet extinguished. "We realize the people who live here in Baytown and our surrounding communities are anxious", Barrett told reporters. (more...)
- August 01, 2019
By Wednesday afternoon, the smoke had lessened. As of Wednesday 4pm ET (3pm CT) the fire was isolated and contained, but not yet extinguished. "We realize the people who live here in Baytown and our surrounding communities are anxious", Barrett told reporters. (more...)
Vietnamese officials active at 52nd ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting
- August 01, 2019
The meeting forms part of the ongoing 52nd ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting and related meetings. China denies it flouted Japanese or Korean airspace, but the exercise has rattled Tokyo and Seoul - and posed a new test of Washington's influence in a region home to the two crucial US Asia allies. (more...)
- August 01, 2019
The meeting forms part of the ongoing 52nd ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting and related meetings. China denies it flouted Japanese or Korean airspace, but the exercise has rattled Tokyo and Seoul - and posed a new test of Washington's influence in a region home to the two crucial US Asia allies. (more...)
Mitch McConnell Defended by Trump, WSJ After Russia Smears
- August 01, 2019
The Kentucky Republican acknowledged that he rarely responds to media reports or opinion pieces, but did so with emotion Monday. After claiming that he had opposed President Bill Clinton in the 1990s for supposedly being "too soft on Russian Federation", he defended his decision to bar efforts by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Sen. (more...)
- August 01, 2019
The Kentucky Republican acknowledged that he rarely responds to media reports or opinion pieces, but did so with emotion Monday. After claiming that he had opposed President Bill Clinton in the 1990s for supposedly being "too soft on Russian Federation", he defended his decision to bar efforts by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Sen. (more...)
U.S. imposes financial sanctions on Iran's foreign minister
- August 01, 2019
Zarif also said Iran could hold similar talks with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a close ally of the Saudis, adding, "If they change their policies it is a very good opportunity for dialogue". The US has also sanctioned top Iranian officials, including Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and his aides, and high-ranking military officers. "Iran's Foreign Ministry is not merely the diplomatic arm of the Islamic Republic but also a means of advancing numerous Supreme Leader's destabilizing ... (more...)
- August 01, 2019
Zarif also said Iran could hold similar talks with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a close ally of the Saudis, adding, "If they change their policies it is a very good opportunity for dialogue". The US has also sanctioned top Iranian officials, including Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and his aides, and high-ranking military officers. "Iran's Foreign Ministry is not merely the diplomatic arm of the Islamic Republic but also a means of advancing numerous Supreme Leader's destabilizing ... (more...)
Hamza bin Laden, Osama's Son and Potential Successor, Is Dead
- July 31, 2019
Hamza, who is the reported heir to the al-Qaeda terror group, was confirmed dead by three United States officials, NBC reports. NBC said three U.S. officials had confirmed they had information of Hamza bin Laden's death, but gave no details of the date or place, and did not indicate if they had confirmed the information. (more...)
- July 31, 2019
Hamza, who is the reported heir to the al-Qaeda terror group, was confirmed dead by three United States officials, NBC reports. NBC said three U.S. officials had confirmed they had information of Hamza bin Laden's death, but gave no details of the date or place, and did not indicate if they had confirmed the information. (more...)
Chinese Officials Praise Xinjiang Camps as 'Pioneering'
- July 31, 2019
A spokeswoman for the US State Department said there was no evidence to support the assertion made by Xinjiang's vice chairman, Alken Tuniaz, and said Beijing should allow the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights unhindered access to assess the claim. (more...)
- July 31, 2019
A spokeswoman for the US State Department said there was no evidence to support the assertion made by Xinjiang's vice chairman, Alken Tuniaz, and said Beijing should allow the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights unhindered access to assess the claim. (more...)
Ronald Reagan Makes Racist Comment To Richard Nixon In Newly Released Audio
- July 31, 2019
Reagan then said: "To see those, those monkeys from those African countries - damn them, they're still uncomfortable wearing shoes!" The United Nations had, the day prior, voted to recognize China and boot Taiwan, a move that spurred joyous dancing from the Tanzanian delegation; the USA was opposed to the move, and Reagan's comment was made in reference to those who didn't align with America. (more...)
- July 31, 2019
Reagan then said: "To see those, those monkeys from those African countries - damn them, they're still uncomfortable wearing shoes!" The United Nations had, the day prior, voted to recognize China and boot Taiwan, a move that spurred joyous dancing from the Tanzanian delegation; the USA was opposed to the move, and Reagan's comment was made in reference to those who didn't align with America. (more...)
Passenger stunned after spotting flight attendant in overhead bin
- July 31, 2019
The brief clip shows a bespectacled female cabin crew member in Southwest's red-and-black uniform lying on her stomach inside one of the overhead compartments intended for carry-on luggage. "@SouthwestAir please get it together", the passenger captioned the footage. "So I guess I was unaware of the [flight attendants] wanting to have a sense of humor during flights for Southwest, but it certainly was entertaining". (more...)
- July 31, 2019
The brief clip shows a bespectacled female cabin crew member in Southwest's red-and-black uniform lying on her stomach inside one of the overhead compartments intended for carry-on luggage. "@SouthwestAir please get it together", the passenger captioned the footage. "So I guess I was unaware of the [flight attendants] wanting to have a sense of humor during flights for Southwest, but it certainly was entertaining". (more...)
Watching Atlantic tropical wave for development
- July 31, 2019
It's now located several hundred miles southwest of the Cabo Verde Islands and is producing widespread cloudiness and showers over the eastern tropical Atlantic Ocean. Conditions could become marginally conducive for more development late this week when the disturbance moves near Florida. There is a low chance for development for both waves with the second one off the coast of Africa having the best chance for development due to it being over the Atlantic and having plenty of time to develop. (more...)
- July 31, 2019
It's now located several hundred miles southwest of the Cabo Verde Islands and is producing widespread cloudiness and showers over the eastern tropical Atlantic Ocean. Conditions could become marginally conducive for more development late this week when the disturbance moves near Florida. There is a low chance for development for both waves with the second one off the coast of Africa having the best chance for development due to it being over the Atlantic and having plenty of time to develop. (more...)
Gas station employee speaks out about encounter with B.C. murder suspects
- July 31, 2019
There's also a rail line that runs 25 kilometres south of the community. Robert Cyrenne, the director of communications for Manitoba RCMP, said "every single RCMP resource and asset was made available for this search" and that a variety of factors are considered when deciding which resources to use. (more...)
- July 31, 2019
There's also a rail line that runs 25 kilometres south of the community. Robert Cyrenne, the director of communications for Manitoba RCMP, said "every single RCMP resource and asset was made available for this search" and that a variety of factors are considered when deciding which resources to use. (more...)
Trump says he is 'least racist' person anywhere
- July 31, 2019
In his remarks, Trump noted that 1619 also was the year the first enslaved Africans arrived in the colonies, saying, "We remember every sacred soul who suffered the horrors of slavery and the anguish of bondage". It appears that Trump woke up Saturday morning spoiling for a fight. The president was particularly animated when asked about his continued racist attacks against Rep. (more...)
- July 31, 2019
In his remarks, Trump noted that 1619 also was the year the first enslaved Africans arrived in the colonies, saying, "We remember every sacred soul who suffered the horrors of slavery and the anguish of bondage". It appears that Trump woke up Saturday morning spoiling for a fight. The president was particularly animated when asked about his continued racist attacks against Rep. (more...)
Israel okays homes for Palestinians, settlers before Kushner visit
- July 31, 2019
The Trump administration has carried out a series of actions that have inflamed Palestinian opinion and generally pleased Israel . Area C accounts for more than 60% of the West Bank , the Palestinian territory that would form part of a future Palestinian state under the so-called two-state solution. (more...)
- July 31, 2019
The Trump administration has carried out a series of actions that have inflamed Palestinian opinion and generally pleased Israel . Area C accounts for more than 60% of the West Bank , the Palestinian territory that would form part of a future Palestinian state under the so-called two-state solution. (more...)
Judge Tosses DNC Lawsuit Against Trump Campaign, Russia For Election Hacking
- July 31, 2019
District Judge John Koeltl in NY said in his decision that the culprit is the Russian Federation, and the Trump campaign can't be held accountable for the effect that information had on the DNC under the First Amendment. In his statement, Mr Koeltl insisted that despite the accusations from the Democrats, the lawsuit could not find that any official affiliated with the Trump campaign had been involved in any actual hacking. (more...)
- July 31, 2019
District Judge John Koeltl in NY said in his decision that the culprit is the Russian Federation, and the Trump campaign can't be held accountable for the effect that information had on the DNC under the First Amendment. In his statement, Mr Koeltl insisted that despite the accusations from the Democrats, the lawsuit could not find that any official affiliated with the Trump campaign had been involved in any actual hacking. (more...)
Princess Haya: Runaway Wife of UAE Sheikh Asks UK Court for Protection
- July 31, 2019
The forced marriage protective order applied to the children, while the non-molestation order related to herself, the court heard. She is the sixth wife of the 70-year-old Sheikh, who has more than 20 children with different wives. Earlier this month, the couple issued a statement saying the proceedings were "concerned with the welfare of the two children of their marriage and do not concern divorce or finances", according to The Guardian . (more...)
- July 31, 2019
The forced marriage protective order applied to the children, while the non-molestation order related to herself, the court heard. She is the sixth wife of the 70-year-old Sheikh, who has more than 20 children with different wives. Earlier this month, the couple issued a statement saying the proceedings were "concerned with the welfare of the two children of their marriage and do not concern divorce or finances", according to The Guardian . (more...)
Afghanistan: At least 32 killed after bus hits ‘Taliban bomb’, says official
- July 31, 2019
The blast came a day after the United Nations said civilians were being killed and wounded at a shocking level in Afghanistan's war, despite efforts to end the almost 18-year-old conflict. The attack came a day after the United Nations mission in Afghanistan released a report saying that most civilian deaths in the first half of the year were caused by Afghan forces and their global allies. (more...)
- July 31, 2019
The blast came a day after the United Nations said civilians were being killed and wounded at a shocking level in Afghanistan's war, despite efforts to end the almost 18-year-old conflict. The attack came a day after the United Nations mission in Afghanistan released a report saying that most civilian deaths in the first half of the year were caused by Afghan forces and their global allies. (more...)
Sudan's parties to resume talks on constitutional declaration
- July 31, 2019
The eve of Tuesday's talks aimed at resolving outstanding issues over the transition, five protesters were killed in Al-Obeid, the capital of North Kordofan state, said a doctors' committee linked to the protest movement. The power-sharing deal agreed on 17 July provided for the establishment of a new governing body of six civilians and five generals. Demonstrators were organizing to protest shortages of services in the region and what they see as an encroaching military presence. (more...)
- July 31, 2019
The eve of Tuesday's talks aimed at resolving outstanding issues over the transition, five protesters were killed in Al-Obeid, the capital of North Kordofan state, said a doctors' committee linked to the protest movement. The power-sharing deal agreed on 17 July provided for the establishment of a new governing body of six civilians and five generals. Demonstrators were organizing to protest shortages of services in the region and what they see as an encroaching military presence. (more...)
One Candidate Snubs National Anthem At Democrat Primary Debate
- July 31, 2019
We want to keep our journalism open and accessible and be able to keep providing you with news and analysis from the frontlines of Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish World. At times, with Medicare for All supporters Sanders and Warren outnumbered, the centrists piled on, raising doubts about the quality of care it could offer, the costs and the disruption to the health care system. (more...)
- July 31, 2019
We want to keep our journalism open and accessible and be able to keep providing you with news and analysis from the frontlines of Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish World. At times, with Medicare for All supporters Sanders and Warren outnumbered, the centrists piled on, raising doubts about the quality of care it could offer, the costs and the disruption to the health care system. (more...)
Protests in Sudan condemning 'El Obeid massacre'
- July 31, 2019
The talks appreciate been reportedly on account of masks objects including the powers of the joint civilian-armed forces ruling physique; deployment of security forces; and immunity for generals over suppose-associated violence. The protest coalition said the crackdown was carried out by the military and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary unit that grew out of the feared Janjaweed militias unleashed during the Darfur conflict in the 2000s. (more...)
- July 31, 2019
The talks appreciate been reportedly on account of masks objects including the powers of the joint civilian-armed forces ruling physique; deployment of security forces; and immunity for generals over suppose-associated violence. The protest coalition said the crackdown was carried out by the military and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary unit that grew out of the feared Janjaweed militias unleashed during the Darfur conflict in the 2000s. (more...)
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