Global Media
CNN Whistleblower: CEO Has a "Personal Vendetta" Against Trump
- October 15, 2019
The CNN employees also state bluntly that CNN personalities Anderson Cooper, Jake Tapper, and Don Lemon all have anti-Trump biases, with Neville singling out Lemon for making audiences "think he's objective news, but he's blatantly opinionated [.] CNN makes it appear as though we have 24 hours of unbiased news". (more...)
- October 15, 2019
The CNN employees also state bluntly that CNN personalities Anderson Cooper, Jake Tapper, and Don Lemon all have anti-Trump biases, with Neville singling out Lemon for making audiences "think he's objective news, but he's blatantly opinionated [.] CNN makes it appear as though we have 24 hours of unbiased news". (more...)
China's trade with U.S. falls sharply
- October 15, 2019
Exports to the USA fell by 22 percent, while imports from the United States dropped by 16 percent. Chinese exports to the U.S.in August plummeted 16 percent, a clear sign Trump's trade war is hurting its trade income. The trade surplus for August, however, stood at $34.83 billion. A major escalation in the trade war last month was "partly to blame" for the weak figures, said Julian Evans-Pritchard, of Capital Economics. (more...)
- October 15, 2019
Exports to the USA fell by 22 percent, while imports from the United States dropped by 16 percent. Chinese exports to the U.S.in August plummeted 16 percent, a clear sign Trump's trade war is hurting its trade income. The trade surplus for August, however, stood at $34.83 billion. A major escalation in the trade war last month was "partly to blame" for the weak figures, said Julian Evans-Pritchard, of Capital Economics. (more...)
Iran releases photos from alleged attack on its tanker off Saudi coast
- October 15, 2019
TankerTrackers has also published photos showing significant oil spills on the trail of the tanker, which was reported to be moving at normal speed. Iran's Oil Ministry released photos of the Sabiti, a tanker owned by the National Iranian Oil Company, with two square-shaped apparent areas of impact just above the waterline. (more...)
- October 15, 2019
TankerTrackers has also published photos showing significant oil spills on the trail of the tanker, which was reported to be moving at normal speed. Iran's Oil Ministry released photos of the Sabiti, a tanker owned by the National Iranian Oil Company, with two square-shaped apparent areas of impact just above the waterline. (more...)
USA government condemns Uganda's 'Kill The Gays' bill
- October 15, 2019
The bill, which was nullified five years ago on a technicality, would impose the death penalty on homosexuals. Attempts to Speak to the Minister of Ethics Father Simon Lokodo, who is quoted by several media outlets on the proposed introduction of the legislation was futile as his phone went unanswered on several attempts to reach him. (more...)
- October 15, 2019
The bill, which was nullified five years ago on a technicality, would impose the death penalty on homosexuals. Attempts to Speak to the Minister of Ethics Father Simon Lokodo, who is quoted by several media outlets on the proposed introduction of the legislation was futile as his phone went unanswered on several attempts to reach him. (more...)
Alarmed John Bolton Called Ukraine Push a 'Drug Deal'
- October 15, 2019
PHOTO: Former White House advisor on Russia, Fiona Hill, arrives on Capitol Hill, Oct. 14, 2019, as she is scheduled to testify before congressional lawmakers as part of the House impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump. Yovanovitch told lawmakers there was a "concerted campaign" against her based on "unfounded and false claims by people with clearly questionable motives". (more...)
- October 15, 2019
PHOTO: Former White House advisor on Russia, Fiona Hill, arrives on Capitol Hill, Oct. 14, 2019, as she is scheduled to testify before congressional lawmakers as part of the House impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump. Yovanovitch told lawmakers there was a "concerted campaign" against her based on "unfounded and false claims by people with clearly questionable motives". (more...)
Bolton Objected to Ukraine Pressure Campaign, Calling Giuliani 'a Hand Grenade'
- October 15, 2019
Giuliani claims he was hired to consult on Fraud Guarantee's technologies and provide legal advice on regulatory issues. Giuliani said for the first time on Monday that the total amount was $500,000. "I'm not a part of whatever medication bargain Rudy and Mulvaney are cooking up", Bolton told Hill based on this testimony, the Times reported . Last week, the Times reported that Giuliani was himself under federal investigation for his dealings with Kiev on Trump's behalf. (more...)
- October 15, 2019
Giuliani claims he was hired to consult on Fraud Guarantee's technologies and provide legal advice on regulatory issues. Giuliani said for the first time on Monday that the total amount was $500,000. "I'm not a part of whatever medication bargain Rudy and Mulvaney are cooking up", Bolton told Hill based on this testimony, the Times reported . Last week, the Times reported that Giuliani was himself under federal investigation for his dealings with Kiev on Trump's behalf. (more...)
IMF warns global outlook 'precarious,' no room for policy mistakes
- October 15, 2019
On Sunday, the World Bank in its latest edition of the South Asia Economic Focus said India's growth rate is projected to fall to 6 per cent in 2019 from 6.9 per cent of 2018. While global growth is projected to pick up to 3.4 percent in 2020, that would still be 0.2 percentage points less than predicted in the April assessment. (more...)
- October 15, 2019
On Sunday, the World Bank in its latest edition of the South Asia Economic Focus said India's growth rate is projected to fall to 6 per cent in 2019 from 6.9 per cent of 2018. While global growth is projected to pick up to 3.4 percent in 2020, that would still be 0.2 percentage points less than predicted in the April assessment. (more...)
Police uncover 360 chained children at religious centre in Daura
- October 15, 2019
It was the second such school in less than a month to be raided by police, after hundreds were freed from similarly degrading conditions in neighbouring Kaduna state. "The way he is treating the children is un-Islamic" he said. The religious school, which also served as a rehabilitation center, was run by a 78-year-old Muslim cleric in Daura, the birthplace of Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari. (more...)
- October 15, 2019
It was the second such school in less than a month to be raided by police, after hundreds were freed from similarly degrading conditions in neighbouring Kaduna state. "The way he is treating the children is un-Islamic" he said. The religious school, which also served as a rehabilitation center, was run by a 78-year-old Muslim cleric in Daura, the birthplace of Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari. (more...)
Threat against Canada's Trudeau 'upsetting' and 'troubling', say rivals
- October 15, 2019
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh said Sunday he will do "whatever it takes" to keep the Conservatives from assuming power, including forming a coalition government with Justin Trudeau's Liberals. "You're not stuck with two choices". "No matter how you vote or believe, no one should face threats of violence", Singh said. "We need to continue to have a strong government with a clear focus on standing up for Canadians, standing up to Donald Trump, standing up to the forces of populism and chaos ... (more...)
- October 15, 2019
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh said Sunday he will do "whatever it takes" to keep the Conservatives from assuming power, including forming a coalition government with Justin Trudeau's Liberals. "You're not stuck with two choices". "No matter how you vote or believe, no one should face threats of violence", Singh said. "We need to continue to have a strong government with a clear focus on standing up for Canadians, standing up to Donald Trump, standing up to the forces of populism and chaos ... (more...)
ABC News Apologizes For Airing Fake Bombing Video During Report on Syria
- October 15, 2019
ABC News issued a correction Monday after it aired footage from a 2017 Kentucky military demonstration in the middle of a segment on the war in Syria . "One week since President Trump ordered USA forces out of that region, effectively abandoning America's allies in the fight against [ISIS]", the anchor framed the purported video. (more...)
- October 15, 2019
ABC News issued a correction Monday after it aired footage from a 2017 Kentucky military demonstration in the middle of a segment on the war in Syria . "One week since President Trump ordered USA forces out of that region, effectively abandoning America's allies in the fight against [ISIS]", the anchor framed the purported video. (more...)
Man burying daughter finds newborn alive in grave
- October 15, 2019
According to the police chief, the villager found the girl by accident as he dug a grave in a burial ground for his own daughter. In January, a three-week old baby girl was found buried alive in Rajasthan state after locals heard her crying from a shallow grave, but died after a few weeks at a hospital. (more...)
- October 15, 2019
According to the police chief, the villager found the girl by accident as he dug a grave in a burial ground for his own daughter. In January, a three-week old baby girl was found buried alive in Rajasthan state after locals heard her crying from a shallow grave, but died after a few weeks at a hospital. (more...)
Dog finally reunited with owner after going missing for 12 years
- October 15, 2019
It's not quite clear what Dutchess has been doing for the last 12 years, or how she made her way to Pennsylvania - almost 1,000 miles (1,609km) from home. Strang asked, as she tearfully hugged and kissed her long-lost pet. No one knows exactly where Dutchess went or what she did in all that time and along all those miles, but Strang is thrilled to be getting her dog back. (more...)
- October 15, 2019
It's not quite clear what Dutchess has been doing for the last 12 years, or how she made her way to Pennsylvania - almost 1,000 miles (1,609km) from home. Strang asked, as she tearfully hugged and kissed her long-lost pet. No one knows exactly where Dutchess went or what she did in all that time and along all those miles, but Strang is thrilled to be getting her dog back. (more...)
Joe Biden's son Hunter announces resignation from Chinese firm amid impeachment row
- October 15, 2019
U.S. Rep. Bradley Byrne says he will file a resolution in the U.S. House Tuesday calling for three House committees to begin investigating Hunter Biden's foreign business dealings during the tenure of his father, Joe Biden , as Vice President. (more...)
- October 15, 2019
U.S. Rep. Bradley Byrne says he will file a resolution in the U.S. House Tuesday calling for three House committees to begin investigating Hunter Biden's foreign business dealings during the tenure of his father, Joe Biden , as Vice President. (more...)
Columbus statue defaced in Southern California
- October 15, 2019
City spokeswoman Anne Steinberger said the city's Human Relations Commission and the Parks and Recreation Commission plan to consider the request to remove the statue and rename the park at a future meeting, and potentially could make a recommendation to the City Council. (more...)
- October 15, 2019
City spokeswoman Anne Steinberger said the city's Human Relations Commission and the Parks and Recreation Commission plan to consider the request to remove the statue and rename the park at a future meeting, and potentially could make a recommendation to the City Council. (more...)
Trump ‘Has Not Yet Seen,’ but ‘Strongly Condemns’ Violent Anti-Media Video
- October 15, 2019
The creator of the site that first posted the video in 2018, known by his internet handle Carpe Donktum, met with Trump this past July in the Oval Office. Carpe Donktum has declined to identify himself to the AP in the past, due to concerns for his safety. It said in a statement on Twitter that it had not been aware of the video and did not approve it. (more...)
- October 15, 2019
The creator of the site that first posted the video in 2018, known by his internet handle Carpe Donktum, met with Trump this past July in the Oval Office. Carpe Donktum has declined to identify himself to the AP in the past, due to concerns for his safety. It said in a statement on Twitter that it had not been aware of the video and did not approve it. (more...)
A Dublin Grandfather Pranks Mourners At His Funeral With Voice Recording
- October 15, 2019
He adds: "Let me out". Relatives and friends of Irishman Shay Bradley were bidding their farewells during his funeral on Saturday, when they were startled to hear what sounded like knocks on the inside of his coffin. His daughter Andrea explained on Twitter that it was his dying wish that it be played at the funeral. "I will love you forever". He was always one who enjoyed a good laugh or joke and made preparations for his final prank just before he died. (more...)
- October 15, 2019
He adds: "Let me out". Relatives and friends of Irishman Shay Bradley were bidding their farewells during his funeral on Saturday, when they were startled to hear what sounded like knocks on the inside of his coffin. His daughter Andrea explained on Twitter that it was his dying wish that it be played at the funeral. "I will love you forever". He was always one who enjoyed a good laugh or joke and made preparations for his final prank just before he died. (more...)
Extinction Rebellion Rabbi Arrested And Dragged Away By Police
- October 15, 2019
More than 1,400 people have been arrested during eight days' XR action, with the threat that anyone defying police orders will also be detained. In a statement on Twitter, Extinction Rebellion London accused police of "back-tracking on promises made" and that MEPs had told them the clearing of Trafalgar Square could be "in contravention of United Kingdom law". (more...)
- October 15, 2019
More than 1,400 people have been arrested during eight days' XR action, with the threat that anyone defying police orders will also be detained. In a statement on Twitter, Extinction Rebellion London accused police of "back-tracking on promises made" and that MEPs had told them the clearing of Trafalgar Square could be "in contravention of United Kingdom law". (more...)
England Vs Bulgaria Match Marred By Racist Abuse From Fans
- October 15, 2019
Bulgaria fans hold up jumpers with the UEFA logo and the slogan "No Respect". "Now that's absolutely flouting to Uefa their own campaign". England's 6-0 win against Bulgaria came to a halt twice after two players were targeted by crowd members' appalling racist salutes. (more...)
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- October 15, 2019
Bulgaria fans hold up jumpers with the UEFA logo and the slogan "No Respect". "Now that's absolutely flouting to Uefa their own campaign". England's 6-0 win against Bulgaria came to a halt twice after two players were targeted by crowd members' appalling racist salutes. (more...)
Trump demands whistleblower testify, as ex-aide talks to Congress
- October 15, 2019
From the transcript, Trump does not appear to pressure Zelensky or offer any quid pro quo. Giuliani has been acting as Trump's personal lawyer. She's now on a leave of absence from the Brookings Institution in Washington, D.C., where she is the director for the Center on the United States and Europe. (more...)
- October 15, 2019
From the transcript, Trump does not appear to pressure Zelensky or offer any quid pro quo. Giuliani has been acting as Trump's personal lawyer. She's now on a leave of absence from the Brookings Institution in Washington, D.C., where she is the director for the Center on the United States and Europe. (more...)
Harry Dunn: Family demand to see government advice to police
- October 15, 2019
The family of Harry Dunn are considering seeking a judicial review into advice given by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) to Northamptonshire police over the diplomatic immunity of the suspect in the teenager's death. If that occurs, the family indicated, it would be willing to speak with her there. "I could see broken bones out of his arms and stuff". Mr Dunn told his son he would be sedated because it was "for the best" and said he would see him in hospital. (more...)
- October 15, 2019
The family of Harry Dunn are considering seeking a judicial review into advice given by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) to Northamptonshire police over the diplomatic immunity of the suspect in the teenager's death. If that occurs, the family indicated, it would be willing to speak with her there. "I could see broken bones out of his arms and stuff". Mr Dunn told his son he would be sedated because it was "for the best" and said he would see him in hospital. (more...)
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