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Dolly Everett's family deliver heartbreaking call to action after her funeral
- January 12, 2018
Out of all the sadness that the loss of our daughter has brought to our lives, we feel that through losing Dolly we would like to help other families by making an awareness of bullying and harassment that some people are sadly subject to. What exactly happened to Everett and how she took her life is still unclear. Mr Everett went on to challenge those who had bullied his daughter to attend her funeral and see the devastation left behind. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
Out of all the sadness that the loss of our daughter has brought to our lives, we feel that through losing Dolly we would like to help other families by making an awareness of bullying and harassment that some people are sadly subject to. What exactly happened to Everett and how she took her life is still unclear. Mr Everett went on to challenge those who had bullied his daughter to attend her funeral and see the devastation left behind. (more...)
Donald Trump Cancels UK Trip Over Fears of Mass Protests
- January 12, 2018
United States ambassador to the UK Woody Johnson last month told the BBC he "absolutely" expected Mr Trump to visit Britain in the new year. Trump was embroiled in a public spat with British Prime Minister Theresa May late previous year after he retweeted three anti-Muslim videos from far-right group Britain First. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
United States ambassador to the UK Woody Johnson last month told the BBC he "absolutely" expected Mr Trump to visit Britain in the new year. Trump was embroiled in a public spat with British Prime Minister Theresa May late previous year after he retweeted three anti-Muslim videos from far-right group Britain First. (more...)
Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens admits to affair, but not blackmail
- January 12, 2018
The recording alleges that Greitens, a former Navy SEAL, invited the the woman to his home and the sexual encounter was consensual. After he took the photo, she said, Greitens apologized and told her he deleted the picture. A bipartisan group of state senators signed a letter asking the state attorney general to investigate the blackmail allegations. The news about Eric's affair came to light after his former lover's now ex-husband revealed the story to St Louis TV station KMOV . (more...)
- January 12, 2018
The recording alleges that Greitens, a former Navy SEAL, invited the the woman to his home and the sexual encounter was consensual. After he took the photo, she said, Greitens apologized and told her he deleted the picture. A bipartisan group of state senators signed a letter asking the state attorney general to investigate the blackmail allegations. The news about Eric's affair came to light after his former lover's now ex-husband revealed the story to St Louis TV station KMOV . (more...)
Palestinians will not be 'blackmailed' by Trump funding threat: senior official
- January 12, 2018
Trump earlier broke with longstanding US policy by recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital and setting in motion the processes of moving the USA embassy there from Tel Aviv. A spokesman for Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, said: " Jerusalem is not for sale, neither for gold nor for silver". In 2016, the USA gave the agency over $368 million and financed more than 30 percent of its overall budget. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
Trump earlier broke with longstanding US policy by recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital and setting in motion the processes of moving the USA embassy there from Tel Aviv. A spokesman for Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, said: " Jerusalem is not for sale, neither for gold nor for silver". In 2016, the USA gave the agency over $368 million and financed more than 30 percent of its overall budget. (more...)
Man captures video of "patient dumping" outside Baltimore hospital
- January 12, 2018
Overnight, Imamu Baraka was walking past a Baltimore hospital when he noticed something he says he'll never forget. "We take full responsibility for that failure". Baraka replies that the police ought to have been called if there was some problem. "She should've been at one of the state's mental health facilities, in a bed, being medicated, with a treatment plan to get her stabilized and moving forward". (more...)
- January 12, 2018
Overnight, Imamu Baraka was walking past a Baltimore hospital when he noticed something he says he'll never forget. "We take full responsibility for that failure". Baraka replies that the police ought to have been called if there was some problem. "She should've been at one of the state's mental health facilities, in a bed, being medicated, with a treatment plan to get her stabilized and moving forward". (more...)
Protest march in Patna against attack on Dalits in Bhima-Koregaon
- January 12, 2018
Ambedkar had called for a Maharashtra bandh on Wednesday to protest the state government's failure to stop Monday's violence in Pune. The bandh was called off around 4 pm. The Congress party in the state today demanded the resignation of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on moral grounds for failing to prevent the violence that occurred at Bhima-Koregaon near Pune on January 1. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
Ambedkar had called for a Maharashtra bandh on Wednesday to protest the state government's failure to stop Monday's violence in Pune. The bandh was called off around 4 pm. The Congress party in the state today demanded the resignation of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on moral grounds for failing to prevent the violence that occurred at Bhima-Koregaon near Pune on January 1. (more...)
Mexican president says 'optimistic' about NAFTA deal
- January 12, 2018
The federal government says it's hoping for the best but preparing for the worst. "That is a whole-of-government operation". The sixth and penultimate round of renegotiation talks will take place in Montreal from January 23 to 28. Some observers in both Mexico and Canada interpreted his remarks as a sign of optimism given that he has made far more provocative comments about the agreement in the past, including repeated threats to pull out if it is not reworked to better favor the U.S. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
The federal government says it's hoping for the best but preparing for the worst. "That is a whole-of-government operation". The sixth and penultimate round of renegotiation talks will take place in Montreal from January 23 to 28. Some observers in both Mexico and Canada interpreted his remarks as a sign of optimism given that he has made far more provocative comments about the agreement in the past, including repeated threats to pull out if it is not reworked to better favor the U.S. (more...)
Sutherland Springs Shooting Survivor Welcomed Home
- January 12, 2018
Escorted by numerous law enforcement and first responders along the way, Ryland lived a young boy's dream as he rode shotgun, waving to crowds along the side of the road. Ryland went through extensive recovery after being shot five times in the arm, leg and stomach. "As soon as we got him outside, his dad [Chris Ward] ran up to me and said, 'They killed my baby, ' Duncan continued". (more...)
- January 12, 2018
Escorted by numerous law enforcement and first responders along the way, Ryland lived a young boy's dream as he rode shotgun, waving to crowds along the side of the road. Ryland went through extensive recovery after being shot five times in the arm, leg and stomach. "As soon as we got him outside, his dad [Chris Ward] ran up to me and said, 'They killed my baby, ' Duncan continued". (more...)
At least 13 people killed in California mudslides
- January 12, 2018
Police have said some areas "looked like a World War One battlefield". Only an estimated 10 to 15% of residents fled when ordered and much of the damage occurred where evacuations were voluntary. "I think most people are really shocked at the extent of the damage and how big the impact was to the area", Brown said. "Certainly, although we knew that this was coming ... (more...)
- January 12, 2018
Police have said some areas "looked like a World War One battlefield". Only an estimated 10 to 15% of residents fled when ordered and much of the damage occurred where evacuations were voluntary. "I think most people are really shocked at the extent of the damage and how big the impact was to the area", Brown said. "Certainly, although we knew that this was coming ... (more...)
Tillerson: Trump to make Iran deal decision today
- January 12, 2018
While noting that Iran has all options on the table, Velayati also expressed criticism of European countries: "Some of the allies of the United States insist on upholding the JCPOA, yet the United States acts differently". This conflict has been given new focus by the anticipation of Trump's latest decisions, to which the Iranians responded with preemptive threats. What does Mr Trump want to change? Indeed, these comments immediately preceded similarly vague threats from Iranian Supreme ... (more...)
- January 12, 2018
While noting that Iran has all options on the table, Velayati also expressed criticism of European countries: "Some of the allies of the United States insist on upholding the JCPOA, yet the United States acts differently". This conflict has been given new focus by the anticipation of Trump's latest decisions, to which the Iranians responded with preemptive threats. What does Mr Trump want to change? Indeed, these comments immediately preceded similarly vague threats from Iranian Supreme ... (more...)
Paris police recover some jewels from $6m Ritz heist
- January 12, 2018
The three inside were then blocked when they tried to flee through another door, and quickly arrested, the official said. Cannes has also been targeted many times - in the run-up to its film festival in May 2015 robbers made off with 17.5 million euros' worth of jewels. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
The three inside were then blocked when they tried to flee through another door, and quickly arrested, the official said. Cannes has also been targeted many times - in the run-up to its film festival in May 2015 robbers made off with 17.5 million euros' worth of jewels. (more...)
Made Drones Bombed a Russian Airbase, Defense Ministry Says
- January 12, 2018
The prime suspect was the Al-Qaeda affiliated jihadist group Ahrar al-Sham, according to a number of news sites. In his previous statements, Cavusoglu has accused the Syrian government of "attacking" so-called "moderate opposition" in Idlib under the semblance of fighting terrorism. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
The prime suspect was the Al-Qaeda affiliated jihadist group Ahrar al-Sham, according to a number of news sites. In his previous statements, Cavusoglu has accused the Syrian government of "attacking" so-called "moderate opposition" in Idlib under the semblance of fighting terrorism. (more...)
United States deploys B-2 Spirit stealth bombers, 200 airmen to Guam
- January 12, 2018
The B-2s join a number of B-1 conventional bombers already deployed on the Pacific island. The U.S. Strategic Command regularly rotates bombers through the Indo-Pacific region to conduct Pacific Command-led air operations, "providing leaders with deterrent options to maintain regional stability", the Pacific Air Forces said. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
The B-2s join a number of B-1 conventional bombers already deployed on the Pacific island. The U.S. Strategic Command regularly rotates bombers through the Indo-Pacific region to conduct Pacific Command-led air operations, "providing leaders with deterrent options to maintain regional stability", the Pacific Air Forces said. (more...)
Donald Trump Complained Too Many Immigrants Come From "Shithole" Countries, Reports Say
- January 12, 2018
When the discussion turned to African nations, the people with knowledge of the conversation added , Mr. Trump asked why he would want "all these people from shithole countries", adding that the United States should admit more people from places like Norway . (more...)
- January 12, 2018
When the discussion turned to African nations, the people with knowledge of the conversation added , Mr. Trump asked why he would want "all these people from shithole countries", adding that the United States should admit more people from places like Norway . (more...)
Putin praises 'mature politician' Kim Jong
- January 12, 2018
The US responded to North Korean actions by flexing its muscles and conducting a number of military drills in the region with its allies South Korea and Japan. But officials say this discussion has been postponed until after the Paralympic Games, which follow the Olympics and end in March, given the intra-Korean talks and a planned 20-country meeting on North Korea hosted by Canada next week. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
The US responded to North Korean actions by flexing its muscles and conducting a number of military drills in the region with its allies South Korea and Japan. But officials say this discussion has been postponed until after the Paralympic Games, which follow the Olympics and end in March, given the intra-Korean talks and a planned 20-country meeting on North Korea hosted by Canada next week. (more...)
Trump uses slur to describe immigrants from Haiti, Africa
- January 12, 2018
He then said the United States should bring in more people from Norway, according to newspaper's report. Norway's Prime Minister Erna Solberg met with Mr Trump in the Oval Office yesterday. Mr Trump made the remark after Democratic Senator Richard Durbin told him that under the proposal, a lottery for visas would be ended. "He will always reject temporary, weak and risky stopgap measures that threaten the lives of hardworking Americans, and undercut immigrants who seek a better life in ... (more...)
- January 12, 2018
He then said the United States should bring in more people from Norway, according to newspaper's report. Norway's Prime Minister Erna Solberg met with Mr Trump in the Oval Office yesterday. Mr Trump made the remark after Democratic Senator Richard Durbin told him that under the proposal, a lottery for visas would be ended. "He will always reject temporary, weak and risky stopgap measures that threaten the lives of hardworking Americans, and undercut immigrants who seek a better life in ... (more...)
Red Cross: Forcing Salvadorans out of USA carries twin risks
- January 12, 2018
Congress created TPS in 1990 as a form of humanitarian relief for people who would face extreme hardship if forced to return to homelands devastated by armed conflict and natural disasters. Come to East Boston. The Washington Post's editors argue that ending TPS will hurt many and help no one. "The 200,000 Salvadoran TPS holders does not account for their 195,000 citizen children", Vanessa said. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
Congress created TPS in 1990 as a form of humanitarian relief for people who would face extreme hardship if forced to return to homelands devastated by armed conflict and natural disasters. Come to East Boston. The Washington Post's editors argue that ending TPS will hurt many and help no one. "The 200,000 Salvadoran TPS holders does not account for their 195,000 citizen children", Vanessa said. (more...)
'Paris Agreement provides business opportunities': Norway PM Solberg to Trump
- January 12, 2018
The PM highlighted the attendance by other leading figures in the U.S. government, including Vice President Mike Pence and Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, in the meeting with Trump, which she described as "good". " We have a total of 52 and they've delivered a number of them already, a little ahead of schedule ", Trump said, adding that "it's a $10 billion order". (more...)
- January 12, 2018
The PM highlighted the attendance by other leading figures in the U.S. government, including Vice President Mike Pence and Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, in the meeting with Trump, which she described as "good". " We have a total of 52 and they've delivered a number of them already, a little ahead of schedule ", Trump said, adding that "it's a $10 billion order". (more...)
Japan protests presence of Chinese military ship in waters near disputed islands
- January 12, 2018
The official said it was the first such incursion since June 2016. Also off Taisho Island, a Chinese Navy frigate reportedly entered the contiguous zone twice on Thursday. The Japanese vessels have now left the aforementioned contiguous zone, the office said. The contiguous zone is defined as being within 24 nautical miles of shore, while Japanese territorial waters are within 12 nautical miles from shore. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
The official said it was the first such incursion since June 2016. Also off Taisho Island, a Chinese Navy frigate reportedly entered the contiguous zone twice on Thursday. The Japanese vessels have now left the aforementioned contiguous zone, the office said. The contiguous zone is defined as being within 24 nautical miles of shore, while Japanese territorial waters are within 12 nautical miles from shore. (more...)
Japanese Yakuza Boss Caught After Tattooed Photos Go Viral
- January 12, 2018
Photographs of Shirai's tattoos-distinctive symbols associated with Japan's largest crime groups-were taken by a local Thai unaware whom he was photographing. Shirai reportedly fled to Thailand in 2005 and married a woman there, and the AP reports by way of police that Shirai was visited two or three times annually by cronies who provided him with cash. (more...)
- January 12, 2018
Photographs of Shirai's tattoos-distinctive symbols associated with Japan's largest crime groups-were taken by a local Thai unaware whom he was photographing. Shirai reportedly fled to Thailand in 2005 and married a woman there, and the AP reports by way of police that Shirai was visited two or three times annually by cronies who provided him with cash. (more...)
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