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Trump briefed on Russian bounties in February, report says
- June 30, 2020
News reports on the bounties, and about whether Mr Trump knew about them, have drawn fresh attention to the president's efforts to build warmer relations with the Kremlin. "If intelligence reports are verified that Russian Federation or any other country is placing bounties on American troops, then they need to be treated as a state sponsor of terrorism ", tweeted Thom Tillis, a Republican on the Senate Armed Forces committee. (more...)
- June 30, 2020
News reports on the bounties, and about whether Mr Trump knew about them, have drawn fresh attention to the president's efforts to build warmer relations with the Kremlin. "If intelligence reports are verified that Russian Federation or any other country is placing bounties on American troops, then they need to be treated as a state sponsor of terrorism ", tweeted Thom Tillis, a Republican on the Senate Armed Forces committee. (more...)
China passes Hong Kong security law
- June 30, 2020
After the press conference, three founders of Hong Kong's local pro-democracy party Demosistō; Joshua Wong, Agnes Chow, and Nathan Law, announced their withdrawal from their party. Senior judges now allocate rosters up through Hong Kong's independent judicial system. Hong Kong is one of many developing conflicts between Beijing and Washington, on top of trade issues, the South China Sea and the coronavirus pandemic. (more...)
- June 30, 2020
After the press conference, three founders of Hong Kong's local pro-democracy party Demosistō; Joshua Wong, Agnes Chow, and Nathan Law, announced their withdrawal from their party. Senior judges now allocate rosters up through Hong Kong's independent judicial system. Hong Kong is one of many developing conflicts between Beijing and Washington, on top of trade issues, the South China Sea and the coronavirus pandemic. (more...)
EU to allow in visitors from 14 'safe' countries
- June 30, 2020
The UK is now negotiating "air bridges" with several European countries and UK nationals are still treated as EU citizens until December 31, the end of the Brexit transition period. The report added that Spain which is one of the countries worst hit by the virus including Greece and Portugal are still split over the decision to bar other nations on the list since a large majority of their national income depends on tourism. (more...)
- June 30, 2020
The UK is now negotiating "air bridges" with several European countries and UK nationals are still treated as EU citizens until December 31, the end of the Brexit transition period. The report added that Spain which is one of the countries worst hit by the virus including Greece and Portugal are still split over the decision to bar other nations on the list since a large majority of their national income depends on tourism. (more...)
China's army gives limited approval to potential Covid-19 vaccine
- June 30, 2020
The first two phases of human trials for the vaccine, called Covaxin, are scheduled to start across the country in July. Also in the race are the China National Biotec Group (CNBG ), who said on Sunday that early human test results for a coronavirus vaccine candidate suggested it could be safe and effective, the second vaccine candidate from the firm to show encouraging results in a clinical trial. (more...)
- June 30, 2020
The first two phases of human trials for the vaccine, called Covaxin, are scheduled to start across the country in July. Also in the race are the China National Biotec Group (CNBG ), who said on Sunday that early human test results for a coronavirus vaccine candidate suggested it could be safe and effective, the second vaccine candidate from the firm to show encouraging results in a clinical trial. (more...)
Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar cycle to party office protesting fuel hike in Bengaluru
- June 30, 2020
In Mumbai, the petrol and diesel continue to be priced at Rs 87.14 per litre and Rs 78.51 per litre respectively while in Kolkata, petrol and diesel are being sold at Rs 82.05 per litre and 75.52 per litre. Rajasthan Deputy CM Sachin Pilot with Congress leaders at a protest in Jaipur against the fuel price hike. "Today the price of petrol in the national capital Delhi and other big cities have crossed Rs 80 a litre", Gandhi said accusing the government of being insensitive. (more...)
- June 30, 2020
In Mumbai, the petrol and diesel continue to be priced at Rs 87.14 per litre and Rs 78.51 per litre respectively while in Kolkata, petrol and diesel are being sold at Rs 82.05 per litre and 75.52 per litre. Rajasthan Deputy CM Sachin Pilot with Congress leaders at a protest in Jaipur against the fuel price hike. "Today the price of petrol in the national capital Delhi and other big cities have crossed Rs 80 a litre", Gandhi said accusing the government of being insensitive. (more...)
Covid-19 pandemic is far from over, it is actually speeding up
- June 30, 2020
The Middle East's most affected country Iran reported 162 more deaths yesterday, its highest single-day toll yet, a day after it also made mask-wearing mandatory for inside gatherings. More than 4,700 people are dying every 24 hours from Covid-19-linked illness, according to calculations based on an average from June 1 to 27. He urged all countries to prioritize five sets of measures to save lives, including empowering communities and individuals to protect themselves and others, ... (more...)
- June 30, 2020
The Middle East's most affected country Iran reported 162 more deaths yesterday, its highest single-day toll yet, a day after it also made mask-wearing mandatory for inside gatherings. More than 4,700 people are dying every 24 hours from Covid-19-linked illness, according to calculations based on an average from June 1 to 27. He urged all countries to prioritize five sets of measures to save lives, including empowering communities and individuals to protect themselves and others, ... (more...)
Former French PM Fillon handed five-year sentence for fraud
- June 30, 2020
Fillon's parliamentary replacement, Marc Joulaud, was sentenced to a suspended three years in prison and fined 20,000 euros. Both were fined 375,000 euros (about 420,000 US dollars). Fillon was accused of misuse of public funds, receiving money from the misuse of public funds and the misappropriation of company assets. © Thomson Reuters Former French prime minister Francois Fillon and his wife Penelope, wearing protective face masks, leave following the verdict in their trial over a fake ... (more...)
- June 30, 2020
Fillon's parliamentary replacement, Marc Joulaud, was sentenced to a suspended three years in prison and fined 20,000 euros. Both were fined 375,000 euros (about 420,000 US dollars). Fillon was accused of misuse of public funds, receiving money from the misuse of public funds and the misappropriation of company assets. © Thomson Reuters Former French prime minister Francois Fillon and his wife Penelope, wearing protective face masks, leave following the verdict in their trial over a fake ... (more...)
European Union to let visitors in for 'safe' countries
- June 30, 2020
As had been widely expected, the U.S. - where the coronavirus is now resurging - will not be on that list. Spanish Foreign Minister Arancha González Laya said the EU is considering whether to accept travelers from China if Beijing lifts restrictions on European citizens. (more...)
- June 30, 2020
As had been widely expected, the U.S. - where the coronavirus is now resurging - will not be on that list. Spanish Foreign Minister Arancha González Laya said the EU is considering whether to accept travelers from China if Beijing lifts restrictions on European citizens. (more...)
South Florida Beaches to Be Closed for July 4 Weekend
- June 29, 2020
Broward County plans to shut down beaches from July 3 to Sunday, July 5 , according to ABC-affiliate station WPLG. "If people are not going to be responsible and protect themselves and others from this pandemic, then the government is forced to step in and restore common sense to save lives", said Gimenez. (more...)
- June 29, 2020
Broward County plans to shut down beaches from July 3 to Sunday, July 5 , according to ABC-affiliate station WPLG. "If people are not going to be responsible and protect themselves and others from this pandemic, then the government is forced to step in and restore common sense to save lives", said Gimenez. (more...)
Reddit bans pro-Trump forum as Amazon's Twitch bars president's channel
- June 29, 2020
Huffman said. The website explained in a statement , "The community has consistently hosted and upvoted more rule-breaking content than average (Rule 1), antagonized us and other communities (Rules 2 and 8), and its mods have refused to meet our most basic expectations". (more...)
- June 29, 2020
Huffman said. The website explained in a statement , "The community has consistently hosted and upvoted more rule-breaking content than average (Rule 1), antagonized us and other communities (Rules 2 and 8), and its mods have refused to meet our most basic expectations". (more...)
Louis Couple Emerge From Mansion Brandishing Weapons to BLM Protestors
- June 29, 2020
Activists were marching toward Krewson's house because she doxxed Black Lives Matter protesters on Friday during a Facebook Live event. They also used a megaphone to communicate their desire that the city reduce funding for jails, police and prosecutors, the St. (more...)
- June 29, 2020
Activists were marching toward Krewson's house because she doxxed Black Lives Matter protesters on Friday during a Facebook Live event. They also used a megaphone to communicate their desire that the city reduce funding for jails, police and prosecutors, the St. (more...)
China puts half a million into lockdown amid fresh outbreak fears
- June 29, 2020
China has reported 21 new coronavirus cases for June 27 as a new phase of the outbreak continues in Beijing . In a sign that the resurgence of cases in the capital is proving hard to stamp out even as officials say they've been largely contained, Hebei province's Anxin county has been sealed off and each household can assign only one person to go out for necessities daily, reported state media. (more...)
- June 29, 2020
China has reported 21 new coronavirus cases for June 27 as a new phase of the outbreak continues in Beijing . In a sign that the resurgence of cases in the capital is proving hard to stamp out even as officials say they've been largely contained, Hebei province's Anxin county has been sealed off and each household can assign only one person to go out for necessities daily, reported state media. (more...)
French Greens make gains as Macron’s party falters in local polls
- June 29, 2020
Hidalgo largely beat conservative candidate Rachida Dati, according to estimates based on partial results. Hidalgo was elected mayor of Paris in 2014 and is the first woman to hold the office. The spread of the coronavirus has slowed significantly in France in recent weeks and nearly all restrictions on social and business activity have been gradually lifted over the last month. (more...)
- June 29, 2020
Hidalgo largely beat conservative candidate Rachida Dati, according to estimates based on partial results. Hidalgo was elected mayor of Paris in 2014 and is the first woman to hold the office. The spread of the coronavirus has slowed significantly in France in recent weeks and nearly all restrictions on social and business activity have been gradually lifted over the last month. (more...)
American fighter jets again intercept Russian Federationn military aircraft near Russia
- June 29, 2020
US F-22 fighter jets intercepted four Russian Tu-142 reconnaissance aircraft Saturday entering the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ), NORAD said in a statement. The last previous one was Wednesday when US F-22 fighter jets intercepted two Russian IL-38 maritime patrol aircraft entering the Alaskan Zone late Wednesday. (more...)
- June 29, 2020
US F-22 fighter jets intercepted four Russian Tu-142 reconnaissance aircraft Saturday entering the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ), NORAD said in a statement. The last previous one was Wednesday when US F-22 fighter jets intercepted two Russian IL-38 maritime patrol aircraft entering the Alaskan Zone late Wednesday. (more...)
Khairi Saadallah charged with three counts of murder after Reading stabbings
- June 29, 2020
Mr Saadallah will appear at Westminster Magistrates Court on Monday. "Three people were killed and died at the scene and a further three people were taken to hospital for treatment for their injuries". Furlong's grieving family praised police in a tribute to officers on Saturday. "They have been a pillar of support", said the grieving family. Furlong's family said: "We would like to start by thanking the police for their ongoing help, including their remarkable bravery". (more...)
- June 29, 2020
Mr Saadallah will appear at Westminster Magistrates Court on Monday. "Three people were killed and died at the scene and a further three people were taken to hospital for treatment for their injuries". Furlong's grieving family praised police in a tribute to officers on Saturday. "They have been a pillar of support", said the grieving family. Furlong's family said: "We would like to start by thanking the police for their ongoing help, including their remarkable bravery". (more...)
Chinese coronavirus vaccine approved by its military for use within ranks
- June 29, 2020
The shot also gained acceptance for human testing in Canada. These most likely will be divided amid People and volunteers in other global locations these as Brazil or South Africa, Dr. More than 100 global leaders, including 18 Nobel Peace Prize laureates, have signed a letter calling on the international community to make COVID-19 vaccines available worldwide as a "common good", the Dhaka-based Yunus Center, founded by the Nobel Peace Prize victor Mohammad Yunus, said. (more...)
- June 29, 2020
The shot also gained acceptance for human testing in Canada. These most likely will be divided amid People and volunteers in other global locations these as Brazil or South Africa, Dr. More than 100 global leaders, including 18 Nobel Peace Prize laureates, have signed a letter calling on the international community to make COVID-19 vaccines available worldwide as a "common good", the Dhaka-based Yunus Center, founded by the Nobel Peace Prize victor Mohammad Yunus, said. (more...)
WE Charity only organization capable of running COVID-19 volunteer program: PM
- June 29, 2020
Two LTC residents have since died in New Brunswick. "There needs to be a fundamental reprioritization, focusing attention and resources, time and effort into the sector right away". have failed to support our seniors. "The federal government continues to show that despite the fact that worldwide students contribute billions of dollars to the economy each year, they are deemed not worthy of the same support as their domestic counterparts", Sofia Descalzi, national chairperson of the CFS, ... (more...)
- June 29, 2020
Two LTC residents have since died in New Brunswick. "There needs to be a fundamental reprioritization, focusing attention and resources, time and effort into the sector right away". have failed to support our seniors. "The federal government continues to show that despite the fact that worldwide students contribute billions of dollars to the economy each year, they are deemed not worthy of the same support as their domestic counterparts", Sofia Descalzi, national chairperson of the CFS, ... (more...)
Former French PM Fillon jail sentence over fake job
- June 29, 2020
He is also banned from seeking elected office for 10 years. Both will appeal the verdict, their lawyer Antonin Levy said shortly after the sentence was pronounced. The ex-prime minister is accused of employing his wife Penelope as a highly-paid aide for years despite the lack of evidence that she performed any legitimate work. (more...)
- June 29, 2020
He is also banned from seeking elected office for 10 years. Both will appeal the verdict, their lawyer Antonin Levy said shortly after the sentence was pronounced. The ex-prime minister is accused of employing his wife Penelope as a highly-paid aide for years despite the lack of evidence that she performed any legitimate work. (more...)
United States struggles as more than 2.5 million coronavirus cases are confirmed
- June 29, 2020
The United States continues to lead in the number of confirmed cases, with more than 2.5 million and a death toll of 126,332 by Sunday afternoon, according to NBC News' tally . Nearly 2,500 new cases were recorded in 24 hours, taking the total to 220,180, health officials said, according to Reuters. Georgia, Nevada and SC also reported new daily records of infections that day while Arizona broke its previous record for hospitalisations. (more...)
- June 29, 2020
The United States continues to lead in the number of confirmed cases, with more than 2.5 million and a death toll of 126,332 by Sunday afternoon, according to NBC News' tally . Nearly 2,500 new cases were recorded in 24 hours, taking the total to 220,180, health officials said, according to Reuters. Georgia, Nevada and SC also reported new daily records of infections that day while Arizona broke its previous record for hospitalisations. (more...)
United States couple draw guns at hundreds of protestors in St Louis
- June 29, 2020
The couple confronted the group of about 300 protesters after they broke down a gate in the neighborhood, according to NBC News . After shouting at the couple for at least 10 minutes, the group continued on to Krewson's house. Louis magazine said had once been called " St. Louis' most dazzling mansion". Despite Krewson's claim that she didn't mean any harm, it doesn't take much of an imagination to jump to some pretty damning conclusions about the motives behind this reveal, ... (more...)
- June 29, 2020
The couple confronted the group of about 300 protesters after they broke down a gate in the neighborhood, according to NBC News . After shouting at the couple for at least 10 minutes, the group continued on to Krewson's house. Louis magazine said had once been called " St. Louis' most dazzling mansion". Despite Krewson's claim that she didn't mean any harm, it doesn't take much of an imagination to jump to some pretty damning conclusions about the motives behind this reveal, ... (more...)
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