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Leaked UK memos warn of food, drug shortages in Brexit chaos
- August 19, 2019
It warns that 85% of lorries using the main Channel crossings may not be ready and could face delays of up to two-and-a-half days. This could result in shortages of fuel, food and medicine, the documents show . The revelation comes in what The Sunday Times describes as an unprecedented leak of official documents. Protests and civil unrest are expected across the Irish border as a no-deal Brexit causes chaos. (more...)
- August 19, 2019
It warns that 85% of lorries using the main Channel crossings may not be ready and could face delays of up to two-and-a-half days. This could result in shortages of fuel, food and medicine, the documents show . The revelation comes in what The Sunday Times describes as an unprecedented leak of official documents. Protests and civil unrest are expected across the Irish border as a no-deal Brexit causes chaos. (more...)
US Congresswoman cancels visit to West Bank
- August 19, 2019
Other family members, including the congresswoman's grandmother Muftiyah Tlaib, said they just wanted to see Rashida and weren't concerned about American politics. BDS is short for Boycott, Divestment , Sanctions . But, Soifer argued, "It is absolutely unprecedented for a USA president to publicly pressure" Israel to bar elected American officials. (more...)
- August 19, 2019
Other family members, including the congresswoman's grandmother Muftiyah Tlaib, said they just wanted to see Rashida and weren't concerned about American politics. BDS is short for Boycott, Divestment , Sanctions . But, Soifer argued, "It is absolutely unprecedented for a USA president to publicly pressure" Israel to bar elected American officials. (more...)
At least 4,000 detained in Kashmir since region stripped of autonomy
- August 19, 2019
Indian paramilitary soldiers prepares to block a road with barbed wires during security lockdown in Srinagar , Indian controlled Kashmir, Sunday, Aug. The question also arises whether India has threatened the UN ahead of the UN Security Council meeting? "We are planning how to manage the threats from India", he said. (more...)
- August 19, 2019
Indian paramilitary soldiers prepares to block a road with barbed wires during security lockdown in Srinagar , Indian controlled Kashmir, Sunday, Aug. The question also arises whether India has threatened the UN ahead of the UN Security Council meeting? "We are planning how to manage the threats from India", he said. (more...)
‘You ugly!’ note gets airport security worker fired
- August 19, 2019
He told the Post when he finally looked at the note, he waved off the incident and got on his plane. He said he called the airport that afternoon to file a complaint and was told to check in with security after his return flight. "The employee has since been terminated by the contractor". The woman was working at the global airport through VMP Corp, a security company based in Virginia. (more...)
- August 19, 2019
He told the Post when he finally looked at the note, he waved off the incident and got on his plane. He said he called the airport that afternoon to file a complaint and was told to check in with security after his return flight. "The employee has since been terminated by the contractor". The woman was working at the global airport through VMP Corp, a security company based in Virginia. (more...)
Kudlow says White House is 'looking at' trying to buy Greenland
- August 19, 2019
What he wasn't tweeting about was his reported interest in buying Greenland. Politicians in Denmark have ridiculed the idea of a possible United States acquisition. There is precedence set to land transfer as Alaska was also purchased from Russian Federation back in 1867 for $7.2 million. The question "How to buy a Country" and "Is Greenland for Sale" has come up as President Trump has shown interest in purchasing Greenland. (more...)
- August 19, 2019
What he wasn't tweeting about was his reported interest in buying Greenland. Politicians in Denmark have ridiculed the idea of a possible United States acquisition. There is precedence set to land transfer as Alaska was also purchased from Russian Federation back in 1867 for $7.2 million. The question "How to buy a Country" and "Is Greenland for Sale" has come up as President Trump has shown interest in purchasing Greenland. (more...)
Another Win For Trump: Appeals Court Sides With Admin On Asylum Rights
- August 19, 2019
It said the goal is "to provide a safer alternative for those who do not want to remain on the U.S. -Mexico border". While the ban can only be enforced in two states for the time being, the Rio Grande Valley in South Texas and the surrounding areas of El Paso experience extremely high amounts of illegal immigration - giving the Trump administration a lot of room to work with. (more...)
- August 19, 2019
It said the goal is "to provide a safer alternative for those who do not want to remain on the U.S. -Mexico border". While the ban can only be enforced in two states for the time being, the Rio Grande Valley in South Texas and the surrounding areas of El Paso experience extremely high amounts of illegal immigration - giving the Trump administration a lot of room to work with. (more...)
Boris Johnson adamant United Kingdom parliament can not halt Brexit
- August 19, 2019
On top of that, import tariffs on petrol would potentially lead to the loss of about 2,000 jobs, the closure of two oil refineries and strikes. He also actively supported the Leave campaign in the run-up to the 2016 Brexit referendum, famously traveling with a bus bearing the false claim that the money that would allegedly be saved by leaving the bloc could go directly into the National Health Service (NHS). (more...)
- August 19, 2019
On top of that, import tariffs on petrol would potentially lead to the loss of about 2,000 jobs, the closure of two oil refineries and strikes. He also actively supported the Leave campaign in the run-up to the 2016 Brexit referendum, famously traveling with a bus bearing the false claim that the money that would allegedly be saved by leaving the bloc could go directly into the National Health Service (NHS). (more...)
Hong Kong: Tens of thousands rally despite heavy rain for peaceful protest
- August 19, 2019
A rally in Victoria Park has been called for Sunday by a pro-democracy group that has organized three massive marches through central Hong Kong since June. State media also ran images of military personnel and armoured personnel carriers across the border in Shenzhen, prompting the United States to warn Beijing against sending in troops. (more...)
- August 19, 2019
A rally in Victoria Park has been called for Sunday by a pro-democracy group that has organized three massive marches through central Hong Kong since June. State media also ran images of military personnel and armoured personnel carriers across the border in Shenzhen, prompting the United States to warn Beijing against sending in troops. (more...)
Jordan summons Israeli envoy over Jerusalem 'violations'
- August 18, 2019
Jordan's foreign ministry expressed "the kingdom's strong condemnation" over Erdan's comments, demanding "an immediate stop to Israel's violations and all its attempts to change the historic and legal status quo" at the site. The Muslim festival overlapped with the Jewish fast day of Tisha B'Av, which marks the destruction of the two Jewish Holy Temples that existed on the site in ancient times. (more...)
- August 18, 2019
Jordan's foreign ministry expressed "the kingdom's strong condemnation" over Erdan's comments, demanding "an immediate stop to Israel's violations and all its attempts to change the historic and legal status quo" at the site. The Muslim festival overlapped with the Jewish fast day of Tisha B'Av, which marks the destruction of the two Jewish Holy Temples that existed on the site in ancient times. (more...)
Pennsylvania Couple Accused of Faking Baby's Birth, Death for Money
- August 18, 2019
On Thursday, Kaycee Lang , 23, and Geoffrey Lang, 27, of Friedens, were charged with theft and deception. Authorities said during their investigation, they uncovered a "newborn look-a-like baby doll" in the couple's home. She then reported to the state police. Kaycee Lang was interviewed that same day, when she told state troopers her son "had Respiratory Distress Syndrome and died hours after birth", according to court documents. (more...)
- August 18, 2019
On Thursday, Kaycee Lang , 23, and Geoffrey Lang, 27, of Friedens, were charged with theft and deception. Authorities said during their investigation, they uncovered a "newborn look-a-like baby doll" in the couple's home. She then reported to the state police. Kaycee Lang was interviewed that same day, when she told state troopers her son "had Respiratory Distress Syndrome and died hours after birth", according to court documents. (more...)
British government believe avoiding a 'hard border' would be 'unsustainable'
- August 18, 2019
Prime Minister Boris Johnson's office said it did not comment on leaked documents. The British Government expects the return of a hard border in Ireland in the event of a "No Deal" Brexit . Opponents of no deal say it would be a disaster for what was once one of the West's most stable democracies. Mr Picardo said that even though Gibraltar was ready for a no-deal Brexit, crashing out of the European Union would bring changes "even in the basic, underlying infrastructure of life", ... (more...)
- August 18, 2019
Prime Minister Boris Johnson's office said it did not comment on leaked documents. The British Government expects the return of a hard border in Ireland in the event of a "No Deal" Brexit . Opponents of no deal say it would be a disaster for what was once one of the West's most stable democracies. Mr Picardo said that even though Gibraltar was ready for a no-deal Brexit, crashing out of the European Union would bring changes "even in the basic, underlying infrastructure of life", ... (more...)
Threat Increases For Scattered Thunderstorms As Heat, Humidity Rise
- August 18, 2019
Increasing clouds Tuesday with afternoon showers and storms possible. We'll have a chance of showers and storms (30%) but severe weather is not expected. Daytime temps will be near 90 degrees. As we head toward midweek, the heat remains but storms could become a little more widespread as conducive conditions for rain slink toward us. (more...)
- August 18, 2019
Increasing clouds Tuesday with afternoon showers and storms possible. We'll have a chance of showers and storms (30%) but severe weather is not expected. Daytime temps will be near 90 degrees. As we head toward midweek, the heat remains but storms could become a little more widespread as conducive conditions for rain slink toward us. (more...)
Smith ruled out of final day’s play after experiencing delayed concussion symptoms
- August 18, 2019
Johnson agreed that England's tactics were fair and appropriate, given the skill that Smith has displayed in the series to date. Smith wanted to bat on despite barely being able to stand, but medical staff made the final call he would retire hurt on 80*. (more...)
- August 18, 2019
Johnson agreed that England's tactics were fair and appropriate, given the skill that Smith has displayed in the series to date. Smith wanted to bat on despite barely being able to stand, but medical staff made the final call he would retire hurt on 80*. (more...)
United Kingdom reportedly strips citizenship from 'Jihadi Jack' dual national
- August 18, 2019
John Letts said past year that Global Affairs Canada told the family for months that it was working to get their son released, but that the department eventually decided it was too unsafe. But I just want it to be. appropriate. not just haphazard, freestyle punishment in Syria", he told the broadcaster. She was one of three girls from east London who left the United Kingdom in February 2015 and travelled to Syria, where she married an Islamic State group fighter. (more...)
- August 18, 2019
John Letts said past year that Global Affairs Canada told the family for months that it was working to get their son released, but that the department eventually decided it was too unsafe. But I just want it to be. appropriate. not just haphazard, freestyle punishment in Syria", he told the broadcaster. She was one of three girls from east London who left the United Kingdom in February 2015 and travelled to Syria, where she married an Islamic State group fighter. (more...)
Migrants stranded on boat off Italy while government rows over their fate
- August 18, 2019
Earlier this week, Conte had urged Salvini to allow the disembarking of the 32 minors, but the interior minister ignored the appeal. The decree, signed by Salvini in early August, banned the Open Arms from entering Italy's territorial waters, arguing that the measure was needed to protect public order. (more...)
- August 18, 2019
Earlier this week, Conte had urged Salvini to allow the disembarking of the 32 minors, but the interior minister ignored the appeal. The decree, signed by Salvini in early August, banned the Open Arms from entering Italy's territorial waters, arguing that the measure was needed to protect public order. (more...)
Autopsy, sources add fuel to murder theories — EPSTEIN'S TIMELY DEMISE
- August 18, 2019
Virginia Giuffre, one of Epstein's accusers, has alleged that Clinton visited the island in an affidavit. They are coming after conservatives and Trump supporters because 2020 is around the corner. According to court documents unsealed on Friday , Trump took one trip on Epstein's plane, flying from Palm Beach, Florida, to Neward, New Jersey, in 1997. (more...)
- August 18, 2019
Virginia Giuffre, one of Epstein's accusers, has alleged that Clinton visited the island in an affidavit. They are coming after conservatives and Trump supporters because 2020 is around the corner. According to court documents unsealed on Friday , Trump took one trip on Epstein's plane, flying from Palm Beach, Florida, to Neward, New Jersey, in 1997. (more...)
27 minors to leave Italy migrant ship: charity
- August 18, 2019
With Salvini challenging the survival of Italy's populist government in a push for an early election he hopes will give him the premiership, the minister is hardening his already-stiff resolve to keep humanitarian ships from bringing rescued migrants to Italy. (more...)
- August 18, 2019
With Salvini challenging the survival of Italy's populist government in a push for an early election he hopes will give him the premiership, the minister is hardening his already-stiff resolve to keep humanitarian ships from bringing rescued migrants to Italy. (more...)
President Trump suggests re-election will halt recession
- August 18, 2019
Investors are anxious by signs that economies all around the world may already sliding toward recession. Of course, inverted yield curves aren't a crystal ball formula for forecasting a downturn. Before the lunch, he tweeted the world: "The Fake-News media are doing everything they can to overthrow the economy, because they think that this will be bad for me and my re-election". (more...)
- August 18, 2019
Investors are anxious by signs that economies all around the world may already sliding toward recession. Of course, inverted yield curves aren't a crystal ball formula for forecasting a downturn. Before the lunch, he tweeted the world: "The Fake-News media are doing everything they can to overthrow the economy, because they think that this will be bad for me and my re-election". (more...)
Iran tanker at centre of diplomatic row set to leave Gibraltar
- August 18, 2019
Its previous name, "Grace 1", had been painted over. Those assurances, in the form of diplomatic Notes Verbale from the Iranian government, were published last Thursday by Gibraltar as part of the legal notice lifting the detention order. (more...)
- August 18, 2019
Its previous name, "Grace 1", had been painted over. Those assurances, in the form of diplomatic Notes Verbale from the Iranian government, were published last Thursday by Gibraltar as part of the legal notice lifting the detention order. (more...)
PC Andrew Harper: Killed PC 'died of multiple injuries'
- August 18, 2019
Thames Valley Police also confirmed today that it has been given an extra 36 hours to question the 10 people now being held on suspicion of murder. She also announced that that the Government was "accelerating plans" for a new police covenant created to enshrine protections for officers, and said the Home Office was examining ways to better support the families of those injured or killed by criminals. (more...)
- August 18, 2019
Thames Valley Police also confirmed today that it has been given an extra 36 hours to question the 10 people now being held on suspicion of murder. She also announced that that the Government was "accelerating plans" for a new police covenant created to enshrine protections for officers, and said the Home Office was examining ways to better support the families of those injured or killed by criminals. (more...)
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