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Whistleblower in impeachment probe willing to take written questions, lawyer says
- November 04, 2019
Zaid said the whistleblower will "answer questions in writing, under oath & penalty of perjury" if Republicans agree. "So we have available to @ DevinNunes ". A resolution passed by the House on Thursday will allow Democrats to conduct the impeachment hearings with up to 90 minutes of questioning by Schiff or his staff. (more...)
- November 04, 2019
Zaid said the whistleblower will "answer questions in writing, under oath & penalty of perjury" if Republicans agree. "So we have available to @ DevinNunes ". A resolution passed by the House on Thursday will allow Democrats to conduct the impeachment hearings with up to 90 minutes of questioning by Schiff or his staff. (more...)
Trump campaign aide pushed Ukraine hacking theory - documents
- November 04, 2019
After BuzzFeed News pursued five Freedom of Information Act lawsuits against the United States government, the department was court-ordered to begin releasing the secret Mueller memos. The first round of documents were published Saturday, highlighted by emails and other various forms of correspondence that were subject to investigation. (more...)
- November 04, 2019
After BuzzFeed News pursued five Freedom of Information Act lawsuits against the United States government, the department was court-ordered to begin releasing the secret Mueller memos. The first round of documents were published Saturday, highlighted by emails and other various forms of correspondence that were subject to investigation. (more...)
Related lung injuries rise to 1,888 cases nationwide, CDC says
- November 02, 2019
No deaths have been reported in Wisconsin. The outbreak has affected every state except Alaska, and young people age 24 and under have made up more than half of the cases, according to the CDC. State and federal officials have announced a wave of anti-vaping policies, largely against nicotine-based products, in the midst of the outbreak. Many different substances and product sources are still under investigation. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
No deaths have been reported in Wisconsin. The outbreak has affected every state except Alaska, and young people age 24 and under have made up more than half of the cases, according to the CDC. State and federal officials have announced a wave of anti-vaping policies, largely against nicotine-based products, in the midst of the outbreak. Many different substances and product sources are still under investigation. (more...)
Joe Biden Leading the Way in Democratic Field Nationally
- November 02, 2019
Thirteen of the 17 candidates left in the expansive field spoke at the event - former Texas Rep. Beto O'Rourke dropped out of the race just hours before. "Call it optimistic. But do not call it naive". "I am asking you to image that first day the sun comes up in this nation and Donald Trump will not be any longer the President of the US". (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Thirteen of the 17 candidates left in the expansive field spoke at the event - former Texas Rep. Beto O'Rourke dropped out of the race just hours before. "Call it optimistic. But do not call it naive". "I am asking you to image that first day the sun comes up in this nation and Donald Trump will not be any longer the President of the US". (more...)
U.S. enacts sanctions against Iran's construction sector
- November 02, 2019
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said that Iran's construction sector is heavily influenced by Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps ( IRGC ), an elite part of Iran's army which Washington has announced as "a terrorist group". The fact sheet identified the materials as: "stainless steel 304L tubes; MN40 manganese brazing foil; MN70 manganese brazing foil; and stainless steel CrNi60WTi ESR + VAR (chromium, nickel, 60 percent tungsten, titanium, electro-slag remelting, vacuum arc remelting)". (more...)
- November 02, 2019
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said that Iran's construction sector is heavily influenced by Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps ( IRGC ), an elite part of Iran's army which Washington has announced as "a terrorist group". The fact sheet identified the materials as: "stainless steel 304L tubes; MN40 manganese brazing foil; MN70 manganese brazing foil; and stainless steel CrNi60WTi ESR + VAR (chromium, nickel, 60 percent tungsten, titanium, electro-slag remelting, vacuum arc remelting)". (more...)
US imposes sanctions on Iran's construction sector
- November 02, 2019
The U.S. State Department late Thursday said it had determined that the Iranian construction sector is controlled by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC ) and that four "strategic materials" are being used as part of the Iranian nuclear, military or ballistic missile programs. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
The U.S. State Department late Thursday said it had determined that the Iranian construction sector is controlled by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC ) and that four "strategic materials" are being used as part of the Iranian nuclear, military or ballistic missile programs. (more...)
Syrian gov’t, opposition attempt direct talks after years of war
- November 02, 2019
Experts question whether President Bashar al-Assad will be willing to cede much in any negotiations after his Russian- and Iranian-back forces recaptured large areas of the country in offensives against rebels and militants since 2015. The Kremlin is now looking to press the advantage of its gains as the main power-broker in Syria, following the withdrawal of American troops from the strategic northwest region. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Experts question whether President Bashar al-Assad will be willing to cede much in any negotiations after his Russian- and Iranian-back forces recaptured large areas of the country in offensives against rebels and militants since 2015. The Kremlin is now looking to press the advantage of its gains as the main power-broker in Syria, following the withdrawal of American troops from the strategic northwest region. (more...)
Scotland's Sturgeon says to demand powers for new independence referendum
- November 02, 2019
Tory MP David Mundell told BBC's Newsnight that people in Scotland "take Donald Trump's interventions in any matter with a pinch of salt", adding: "Mr Trump is the sort of character who as we know makes colourful comments". The question people are now faced with is whether Boris Johnson or the people of Scotland themselves should control this country's future. We had a once-in-a-generation, her words, once-in-a-lifetime, she and the First Minister at the time Alex Salmond used those ... (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Tory MP David Mundell told BBC's Newsnight that people in Scotland "take Donald Trump's interventions in any matter with a pinch of salt", adding: "Mr Trump is the sort of character who as we know makes colourful comments". The question people are now faced with is whether Boris Johnson or the people of Scotland themselves should control this country's future. We had a once-in-a-generation, her words, once-in-a-lifetime, she and the First Minister at the time Alex Salmond used those ... (more...)
Dems who broke ranks on impeachment decry partisan process
- November 02, 2019
Without support from Senate Republicans, going down this path is a mistake. "Democrats in this district are diverse, but to the degree you have very conservative gun-owning Democrats anywhere in New Jersey, it's in this district", said Ben Dworkin, director of the Rowan Institute for Public Policy & Citizenship. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Without support from Senate Republicans, going down this path is a mistake. "Democrats in this district are diverse, but to the degree you have very conservative gun-owning Democrats anywhere in New Jersey, it's in this district", said Ben Dworkin, director of the Rowan Institute for Public Policy & Citizenship. (more...)
German Chancellor Dr Angela Merkel arrives here on three-day visit
- November 02, 2019
As per the Indian Ministry of External Affairs, both side will discuss the deepening of cooperation in conventional sectors during the IGC such as energy, skill development, and transport, in addition to the possibility of cooperation in newer sectors such as artificial intelligence and green urban mobility. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
As per the Indian Ministry of External Affairs, both side will discuss the deepening of cooperation in conventional sectors during the IGC such as energy, skill development, and transport, in addition to the possibility of cooperation in newer sectors such as artificial intelligence and green urban mobility. (more...)
‘Unacceptable’: Trick-or-treater injured in Chicago shooting
- November 02, 2019
The intended target was hit in the hand. "We heard the shots. four shots, and I went outside", Lali Lara , who works in a nearby cellphone store, told the Chicago Tribune . He is reportedly not cooperating with police. A 30-second witness video obtained by NBC Chicago shows several men running down the street. They stop at a corner just out of sight. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
The intended target was hit in the hand. "We heard the shots. four shots, and I went outside", Lali Lara , who works in a nearby cellphone store, told the Chicago Tribune . He is reportedly not cooperating with police. A 30-second witness video obtained by NBC Chicago shows several men running down the street. They stop at a corner just out of sight. (more...)
Lebanon PM Hariri announces resignation amid anti-gov't protests
- November 02, 2019
Hariri's plan was supported by both President Michel Aoun and the Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah but failed to satisfy the protesters . The outgoing PM also reminded the country's political parties that it was their responsibility to protect Lebanon . (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Hariri's plan was supported by both President Michel Aoun and the Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah but failed to satisfy the protesters . The outgoing PM also reminded the country's political parties that it was their responsibility to protect Lebanon . (more...)
Malian government says 54 dead in jihadist attack on army
- November 02, 2019
The Armed Forces wrote on Facebook earlier on Saturday that at least 35 servicemen had been killed. "The situation is under FAMa control". The attack took place on Friday. However several sources said the death toll had been underestimated. The recent attacks are also a major blow for the so-called G5 Sahel force - a much-trumpeted initiative under which five countries created a joint 5,000-man anti-terror force - and for France, which is committed to shoring up the fragile region. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
The Armed Forces wrote on Facebook earlier on Saturday that at least 35 servicemen had been killed. "The situation is under FAMa control". The attack took place on Friday. However several sources said the death toll had been underestimated. The recent attacks are also a major blow for the so-called G5 Sahel force - a much-trumpeted initiative under which five countries created a joint 5,000-man anti-terror force - and for France, which is committed to shoring up the fragile region. (more...)
Iraqi protesters and security forces clash, keep Umm Qasr port closed
- November 02, 2019
Demonstrators have gathered in the Iraqi capital's Tahrir Square since the protests resumed almost a week ago, and have repeatedly clashed with security forces on the Joumhouriya Bridge. In a sermon read out by his spokesman in the southern city of Karbala, Sistani condemned "subjecting peaceful protesters to any kind of unjustifiable violence", calling to holding accountable those who had attacked protesters throughout Iraq. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Demonstrators have gathered in the Iraqi capital's Tahrir Square since the protests resumed almost a week ago, and have repeatedly clashed with security forces on the Joumhouriya Bridge. In a sermon read out by his spokesman in the southern city of Karbala, Sistani condemned "subjecting peaceful protesters to any kind of unjustifiable violence", calling to holding accountable those who had attacked protesters throughout Iraq. (more...)
Trump Jr: Wish My Name Was Hunter Biden
- November 02, 2019
When asked by Fox News host Sean Hannity Wednesday night if he could "imagine that your name was Hunter Biden ", the President's son gleefully responded that he wished that he shared the same name as the Democratic frontrunner's son. He also works for his father's business. For example, Trump Jr was paid $50,000 for a 15-minute speech at the University of Florida on October 10. Democrats, on the other hand, have accused Trump Jr. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
When asked by Fox News host Sean Hannity Wednesday night if he could "imagine that your name was Hunter Biden ", the President's son gleefully responded that he wished that he shared the same name as the Democratic frontrunner's son. He also works for his father's business. For example, Trump Jr was paid $50,000 for a 15-minute speech at the University of Florida on October 10. Democrats, on the other hand, have accused Trump Jr. (more...)
Body of British tourist found in sea off Cambodia
- November 02, 2019
Her purple backpack, containing her purse, phone, and bank cards, was later discovered on a rock near the ocean. At the vigil, held at St Michael's Catholic Church in Hayling Upward push, Worthing, these contemporary prayed for 21-three hundred and sixty five days-old Amelia and lit candles. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Her purple backpack, containing her purse, phone, and bank cards, was later discovered on a rock near the ocean. At the vigil, held at St Michael's Catholic Church in Hayling Upward push, Worthing, these contemporary prayed for 21-three hundred and sixty five days-old Amelia and lit candles. (more...)
Palestinian killed in Israeli air strikes on 'wide range' of Hamas targets
- November 02, 2019
More than seven rockets have been launched into southern Israel from the Gaza Strip , the IDF stated, adding that all projectiles have been intercepted. Since then, Israel and Egypt have imposed a crippling blockade on the enclave. There have been repeated bouts of violence between Hamas and Israel over the past year as the Islamists have sought to improve on the terms of a UN- and Egyptian-brokered truce first hammered out in November last year. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
More than seven rockets have been launched into southern Israel from the Gaza Strip , the IDF stated, adding that all projectiles have been intercepted. Since then, Israel and Egypt have imposed a crippling blockade on the enclave. There have been repeated bouts of violence between Hamas and Israel over the past year as the Islamists have sought to improve on the terms of a UN- and Egyptian-brokered truce first hammered out in November last year. (more...)
Trump Names Chad Wolf As Acting DHS Secretary
- November 02, 2019
McAleenan has held the job almost seven months without a nomination from the White House, submitting his resignation to Trump on October 11. Axios confirmed on Thursday that Trump will name Wolf to the top job at DHS as an acting secretary, as he did with the sitting Acting DHS Secretary Kevin McAleenan months ago after Nielsen's departure. (more...)
- November 02, 2019
McAleenan has held the job almost seven months without a nomination from the White House, submitting his resignation to Trump on October 11. Axios confirmed on Thursday that Trump will name Wolf to the top job at DHS as an acting secretary, as he did with the sitting Acting DHS Secretary Kevin McAleenan months ago after Nielsen's departure. (more...)
Trump thanks WH official for impeachment testimony, floats idea of 'fireside chat'
- November 02, 2019
While testifying before the House this week, he reportedly claimed that the call transcript was missing key information. I won't go back to [Andrew] Johnson because that was a little before my time, ' he said . In written comments, Morrison said: "I want to be clear, I was not concerned that anything illegal was discussed". But he said there was no need. "I already have good people", he said, adding that there was no point in dignifying impeachment with a special operation when he had such ... (more...)
- November 02, 2019
While testifying before the House this week, he reportedly claimed that the call transcript was missing key information. I won't go back to [Andrew] Johnson because that was a little before my time, ' he said . In written comments, Morrison said: "I want to be clear, I was not concerned that anything illegal was discussed". But he said there was no need. "I already have good people", he said, adding that there was no point in dignifying impeachment with a special operation when he had such ... (more...)
Vehicles flying U.S. flags seen near Syria-Turkey border
- November 02, 2019
Turkey started joint patrols with Russian Federation in northern Syria Friday to verify whether Kurdish forces have withdrawn from a key border zone in compliance with a deal reached between Ankara and Moscow. Erdogan said on Thursday night that Turkey planned to establish a "refugee town or towns" in a "safe zone" between Tal Abyad and Ras al-Ain, part of a project which state media have said would cost 151 billion lira ($26bn). (more...)
- November 02, 2019
Turkey started joint patrols with Russian Federation in northern Syria Friday to verify whether Kurdish forces have withdrawn from a key border zone in compliance with a deal reached between Ankara and Moscow. Erdogan said on Thursday night that Turkey planned to establish a "refugee town or towns" in a "safe zone" between Tal Abyad and Ras al-Ain, part of a project which state media have said would cost 151 billion lira ($26bn). (more...)
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