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The high cost of allowing free speech at UC Berkeley
- September 19, 2017
Yiannopoulos promised the events after protesters forced him to cancel a planned speech at the university in February. But there are a lot of mixed messages on campus pertaining to what is Free Speech Week and who is coming. "It's quite simple: The University didn't want the event to happen, but they couldn't cancel outright, so they needed to make it look like it was our own fault", said Pranav Jandhyala, News Editor for the Berkeley Patriot. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
Yiannopoulos promised the events after protesters forced him to cancel a planned speech at the university in February. But there are a lot of mixed messages on campus pertaining to what is Free Speech Week and who is coming. "It's quite simple: The University didn't want the event to happen, but they couldn't cancel outright, so they needed to make it look like it was our own fault", said Pranav Jandhyala, News Editor for the Berkeley Patriot. (more...)
Trump, South Korean leader discuss North Korea, 'Rocket Man'
- September 19, 2017
But the liberal-leaning government of President Moon Jae-in said it has no intention of requesting that the USA bring back such weapons. Though Trump's top aides emphasized that the administration is examining all diplomatic measures to rein in Pyongyang, they made clear that military options remain on the table. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
But the liberal-leaning government of President Moon Jae-in said it has no intention of requesting that the USA bring back such weapons. Though Trump's top aides emphasized that the administration is examining all diplomatic measures to rein in Pyongyang, they made clear that military options remain on the table. (more...)
Tillerson, Russia's Lavrov discuss Syria, Ukraine, Middle East
- September 19, 2017
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said the meeting covered the crisis in Syria , the conflict in eastern Ukraine, and "Middle East" issues. Possible topics include the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, the Syrian civil war and North Korea's nuclear and missile programs. He went on to say ties between Russian Federation and the USA greatly impact global plans and policies. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said the meeting covered the crisis in Syria , the conflict in eastern Ukraine, and "Middle East" issues. Possible topics include the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, the Syrian civil war and North Korea's nuclear and missile programs. He went on to say ties between Russian Federation and the USA greatly impact global plans and policies. (more...)
Mattis: US to send 3000 more troops to Afghanistan
- September 19, 2017
The announcement by Mattis comes after Trump announced last August 21 that the United States would continue fighting the longest war in its history, a war that has gone on for nearly 16 years. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
The announcement by Mattis comes after Trump announced last August 21 that the United States would continue fighting the longest war in its history, a war that has gone on for nearly 16 years. (more...)
Dead man unnoticed for eight months
- September 19, 2017
The body was so decomposed that investigators were not able to immediately determine the gender or race, but later identified it as Potter's and said it appeared he died by suicide . The family has hired an attorney to help them find out what went wrong, and why it took so long for Potter to be found. 'We wish them peace during this hard time'. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
The body was so decomposed that investigators were not able to immediately determine the gender or race, but later identified it as Potter's and said it appeared he died by suicide . The family has hired an attorney to help them find out what went wrong, and why it took so long for Potter to be found. 'We wish them peace during this hard time'. (more...)
Donald Trump tweets about 'Rocket Man' Kim, 'Crooked Hillary'
- September 19, 2017
The UN Security Council unanimously passed a US-drafted resolution a week ago mandating tougher new sanctions against Pyongyang that included banning textile imports and capping crude and petrol supply. Xinhua did not link the drills to current tension over North Korea. "Too bad!" Trump said in a Twitter post on Sunday morning. Meanwhile the North Korean newspaper Rodong Sinmun wrote the country's weapons tests demonstrated its ability to "turn the American empire into a sea of flames ... (more...)
- September 19, 2017
The UN Security Council unanimously passed a US-drafted resolution a week ago mandating tougher new sanctions against Pyongyang that included banning textile imports and capping crude and petrol supply. Xinhua did not link the drills to current tension over North Korea. "Too bad!" Trump said in a Twitter post on Sunday morning. Meanwhile the North Korean newspaper Rodong Sinmun wrote the country's weapons tests demonstrated its ability to "turn the American empire into a sea of flames ... (more...)
Bitter: Hillary Won't Rule Out Contesting 2016 Result
- September 19, 2017
In an interview earlier today, Clinton did not rule out that she would challenge the legitimacy of the election if more information about Russian interference comes out. In her most incendiary comments since the election, Clinton admitted that she would not rule out questioning the legitimacy of Donald Trump's victory if the investigation into election meddling reveals that Russia's "interference in the election is even deeper than we know now". (more...)
- September 19, 2017
In an interview earlier today, Clinton did not rule out that she would challenge the legitimacy of the election if more information about Russian interference comes out. In her most incendiary comments since the election, Clinton admitted that she would not rule out questioning the legitimacy of Donald Trump's victory if the investigation into election meddling reveals that Russia's "interference in the election is even deeper than we know now". (more...)
Woman Deflects Robbery Attempt With Trick From TV
- September 19, 2017
If you want to live hand back your wallet + phone NOW + do not turn around and be descreet [sic]. "Do not turn around until after you have left civic center + you will live", landed on her lap. I think it had something to do with watching a lot of 'Law & Order.' I think I saw that in an episode. "I was very impressed with myself". A couple nearby came over and asked if she was OK, and Dragland handed them the note. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
If you want to live hand back your wallet + phone NOW + do not turn around and be descreet [sic]. "Do not turn around until after you have left civic center + you will live", landed on her lap. I think it had something to do with watching a lot of 'Law & Order.' I think I saw that in an episode. "I was very impressed with myself". A couple nearby came over and asked if she was OK, and Dragland handed them the note. (more...)
N. Korea: We'll speed up nuclear plans if more sanctions imposed
- September 19, 2017
Cui also stressed that the U.S. "cannot simply foist the [North Korean nuclear and missile] issue on China". However, despite the physical proximity of the foreign ministers of the two Koreas and the United States, a UN source said it is "realistically difficult" for Tillerson and Ri to engage in a proper discussion under the current circumstances. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
Cui also stressed that the U.S. "cannot simply foist the [North Korean nuclear and missile] issue on China". However, despite the physical proximity of the foreign ministers of the two Koreas and the United States, a UN source said it is "realistically difficult" for Tillerson and Ri to engage in a proper discussion under the current circumstances. (more...)
At The Emmys, It Was A Big Night For Juggernauts
- September 19, 2017
HBO finished Emmys season with 29 Emmy statues, leading the pack for the 17th consecutive year. It's not only women in front of the camera, it's women behind the cameras. Meanwhile, its big winners were Master of None , which won for Waithe's excellent episode about a young woman coming out to her mother, and anthology series Black Mirror , which won two awards for " San Junipero "-an installment that used sci-fi tropes to tell a queer love story in an era that didn't really have many ... (more...)
- September 19, 2017
HBO finished Emmys season with 29 Emmy statues, leading the pack for the 17th consecutive year. It's not only women in front of the camera, it's women behind the cameras. Meanwhile, its big winners were Master of None , which won for Waithe's excellent episode about a young woman coming out to her mother, and anthology series Black Mirror , which won two awards for " San Junipero "-an installment that used sci-fi tropes to tell a queer love story in an era that didn't really have many ... (more...)
Maria strengthens into hurricane, ready to hammer tired Caribbean
- September 19, 2017
Trump also did so for the U.S. Virgin Islands . Maria was about 445 kilometres (275 miles) east-southeast of the Leeward island of Dominica with maximum sustained winds of 100 kilometres (75 miles) per hour at 4 PM (2000 GMT), the US National Hurricane Center (NHC) said. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
Trump also did so for the U.S. Virgin Islands . Maria was about 445 kilometres (275 miles) east-southeast of the Leeward island of Dominica with maximum sustained winds of 100 kilometres (75 miles) per hour at 4 PM (2000 GMT), the US National Hurricane Center (NHC) said. (more...)
Selena Gomez's Mom Recalls the Horror of Her Daughter's Kidney Transplant
- September 19, 2017
Raisa also shared a photo of the two of them in the hospital, writing, "I am beyond grateful that God would trust me with something that not only saved a life, but changed mine in the process". "We're all human & need self care. i hope both these icons heal safe & feel good. such wonderful role models for being so honest with a very critical world". (more...)
- September 19, 2017
Raisa also shared a photo of the two of them in the hospital, writing, "I am beyond grateful that God would trust me with something that not only saved a life, but changed mine in the process". "We're all human & need self care. i hope both these icons heal safe & feel good. such wonderful role models for being so honest with a very critical world". (more...)
New Zealand officials cancel flights due to fuel shortage
- September 19, 2017
Although most flights are still on schedule, passengers should still confirm this online or with the airline. At this stage, only Z service stations have reported running out of fuel as a result of the incident, which has been causing havoc in the aviation industry with scores of flights in and out of Auckland Airport cancelled, delayed or diverted. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
Although most flights are still on schedule, passengers should still confirm this online or with the airline. At this stage, only Z service stations have reported running out of fuel as a result of the incident, which has been causing havoc in the aviation industry with scores of flights in and out of Auckland Airport cancelled, delayed or diverted. (more...)
'Boris is Boris,' says Theresa May
- September 19, 2017
Home Secretary Amber Rudd launched the most scathing attack on Johnson, who she accused of " backseat driving ". "When the burden of office is lifted from my shoulders I will of course look back with great pride on my time doing all sorts of things", Johnson said after he was asked if he would miss his job when it's over. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
Home Secretary Amber Rudd launched the most scathing attack on Johnson, who she accused of " backseat driving ". "When the burden of office is lifted from my shoulders I will of course look back with great pride on my time doing all sorts of things", Johnson said after he was asked if he would miss his job when it's over. (more...)
Tom Brady Hopes Colin Kaepernick Gets Another Shot in the NFL
- September 19, 2017
According to Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk , there are players in the Bengals' locker room rooting for Kaepernick to come in to take over for starter Andy Dalton , rather than pivoting to backup A.J. "My attention goes in a lot of places, so not much". The league's best player, Tom Brady , wants to know that, too. On Sunday, writer and activist Shaun King and Pro Football Hall of Famer Cris Carter each took to their respective Twitter accounts to share slices of the candid ... (more...)
- September 19, 2017
According to Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk , there are players in the Bengals' locker room rooting for Kaepernick to come in to take over for starter Andy Dalton , rather than pivoting to backup A.J. "My attention goes in a lot of places, so not much". The league's best player, Tom Brady , wants to know that, too. On Sunday, writer and activist Shaun King and Pro Football Hall of Famer Cris Carter each took to their respective Twitter accounts to share slices of the candid ... (more...)
Rainbow Dogs Marched For Marriage Equality In Australia & The Pictures Are Precious
- September 19, 2017
The alarming volume of hate-speech during Australia's ballot over whether to legalise same-sex marriage spurred parliament to pass emergency legislation on Wednesday to outlaw opponents spewing their vitriol while the vote was in progress. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
The alarming volume of hate-speech during Australia's ballot over whether to legalise same-sex marriage spurred parliament to pass emergency legislation on Wednesday to outlaw opponents spewing their vitriol while the vote was in progress. (more...)
Mattis: No need yet to shoot down North Korean missiles
- September 19, 2017
This undated photo from EPA shows the North Korean Embassy in Madrid. Spain is the latest country to ask a North Korean ambassador to leave. Gardner recently introduced legislation that would impose a USA economic embargo against any entity that does business with North Korea. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
This undated photo from EPA shows the North Korean Embassy in Madrid. Spain is the latest country to ask a North Korean ambassador to leave. Gardner recently introduced legislation that would impose a USA economic embargo against any entity that does business with North Korea. (more...)
Police urge vigilance as terror threat reduced to 'severe'
- September 19, 2017
Home Secretary Amber Rudd announced that the terror threat level would be reduced after two men were arrested in connection with the bombing in south-west London. A massive manhunt was launched after an improvised device partially exploded on a District Line train at Parsons Green station during the Friday morning rush hour. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
Home Secretary Amber Rudd announced that the terror threat level would be reduced after two men were arrested in connection with the bombing in south-west London. A massive manhunt was launched after an improvised device partially exploded on a District Line train at Parsons Green station during the Friday morning rush hour. (more...)
Nabriva Therapeutics AG's (NBRV) "Overweight" Rating Reaffirmed at Cantor Fitzgerald
- September 19, 2017
NBRV has been the topic of a number of other research reports. HC Wainwright reiterated a "buy" recommendation and fixed a $18.00 price target (up prior from $16.00) on stocks of Nabriva Therapeutics AG in a study report on early Mon, Aug 28th. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
NBRV has been the topic of a number of other research reports. HC Wainwright reiterated a "buy" recommendation and fixed a $18.00 price target (up prior from $16.00) on stocks of Nabriva Therapeutics AG in a study report on early Mon, Aug 28th. (more...)
Greg Olsen ruled out against Bills
- September 19, 2017
However, the 32-year-old tight end said after Carolina's 9-3 win over the Bills on Sunday that he expected to miss several weeks. In this video, Newton offers this self-assessment. I didn't get hit. Given the way Olsen likes to work the middle of the field, more balls could be headed to wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin and rookie running back Christian McCaffrey out of the backfield. (more...)
- September 19, 2017
However, the 32-year-old tight end said after Carolina's 9-3 win over the Bills on Sunday that he expected to miss several weeks. In this video, Newton offers this self-assessment. I didn't get hit. Given the way Olsen likes to work the middle of the field, more balls could be headed to wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin and rookie running back Christian McCaffrey out of the backfield. (more...)
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