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Former Timberwolves assistant RJ Adelman killed when struck by van
- February 09, 2018
Adelman". He reportedly wasn't using a crosswalk. According to the report, Adelman was not in a crosswalk when he was struck February 2. Officials confirm 44-year-old R.J. Rick Adelman , 71, coached 23 seasons in the National Basketball Association before retiring in 2014. "I am beyond heartbroken to learn of R.J.'s death and offer my deepest sympathy to Rick, Mary Kay and the entire Adelman family", Kings general manager Vlade Divac said in a statement. (more...)
- February 09, 2018
Adelman". He reportedly wasn't using a crosswalk. According to the report, Adelman was not in a crosswalk when he was struck February 2. Officials confirm 44-year-old R.J. Rick Adelman , 71, coached 23 seasons in the National Basketball Association before retiring in 2014. "I am beyond heartbroken to learn of R.J.'s death and offer my deepest sympathy to Rick, Mary Kay and the entire Adelman family", Kings general manager Vlade Divac said in a statement. (more...)
#Brexit: Britain offers two options for future customs ties with EU
- February 09, 2018
Under proposals drafted by the European Commission , the EU would have unprecedented legal powers - without the oversight of European courts - to punish Britain unilaterally if it breached the terms of the transition. Carney's Credibility | The Bank of England will lay out how it expects the economy to perform over the next three years at noon on Thursday in London . (more...)
- February 09, 2018
Under proposals drafted by the European Commission , the EU would have unprecedented legal powers - without the oversight of European courts - to punish Britain unilaterally if it breached the terms of the transition. Carney's Credibility | The Bank of England will lay out how it expects the economy to perform over the next three years at noon on Thursday in London . (more...)
Here Are The Eagles Players Already Planning To Skip White House Visit
- February 09, 2018
And I want to see our relationships between our communities and our law enforcement be advanced. Former Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith went to the White House with his team after winning the Super Bowl in 2013. Interestingly yet predictably enough, not every member of the team will be going to the White House . Jenkins' refusal is the least surprising, considering he was a central figure in the anthem protests throughout 2017 and was a founder of the Players' Coalition ... (more...)
- February 09, 2018
And I want to see our relationships between our communities and our law enforcement be advanced. Former Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith went to the White House with his team after winning the Super Bowl in 2013. Interestingly yet predictably enough, not every member of the team will be going to the White House . Jenkins' refusal is the least surprising, considering he was a central figure in the anthem protests throughout 2017 and was a founder of the Players' Coalition ... (more...)
Palestinians urge United Nations to halt Israel's military escalations
- February 09, 2018
Abu Rudeinah did not explicitly state which of Friedman's statements about the conflict he was referring to. Tensions are rising in the West Bank as three Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces in the past two days. "We believe that these countries should and can play a larger role in any peace process in the wake of the Trump administration's hostile policies toward the Palestinians and bias in favor of Israel". (more...)
- February 09, 2018
Abu Rudeinah did not explicitly state which of Friedman's statements about the conflict he was referring to. Tensions are rising in the West Bank as three Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces in the past two days. "We believe that these countries should and can play a larger role in any peace process in the wake of the Trump administration's hostile policies toward the Palestinians and bias in favor of Israel". (more...)
KCNA: N. Korean Delegation Not to Meet US Counterparts at PyeongChang
- February 09, 2018
Embassy in Seoul Marc Knapper; and 2002 Olympic figure skating gold medal victor Sara Hughes. "We will not allow North Korea to hide behind the Olympic banner the reality that they enslave their people and threaten the wider region", Pence said Wednesday after meetings with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in Tokyo. (more...)
- February 09, 2018
Embassy in Seoul Marc Knapper; and 2002 Olympic figure skating gold medal victor Sara Hughes. "We will not allow North Korea to hide behind the Olympic banner the reality that they enslave their people and threaten the wider region", Pence said Wednesday after meetings with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in Tokyo. (more...)
US Senator Paul forces delay in voting on budget deal
- February 09, 2018
The Kentucky Republican says he came to Congress to fight deficits. "We'll see. If they want to stay up until 3:00 a.m., I'm happy to do it for the fiscal solvency", he said . He said he spoke with President Trump earlier today and explained his position. The deal also spends more on other administration priorities, including infrastructure and the opioid drug epidemic. (more...)
- February 09, 2018
The Kentucky Republican says he came to Congress to fight deficits. "We'll see. If they want to stay up until 3:00 a.m., I'm happy to do it for the fiscal solvency", he said . He said he spoke with President Trump earlier today and explained his position. The deal also spends more on other administration priorities, including infrastructure and the opioid drug epidemic. (more...)
White House says it is pushing ahead with plans for military parade
- February 09, 2018
Trump, however, dismissed that concern, according to one person familiar with the conversation who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the president's thinking. Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) decried the idea of a military parade. Trump could start showing his appreciation for our troops by not using them as political pawns. (more...)
- February 09, 2018
Trump, however, dismissed that concern, according to one person familiar with the conversation who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the president's thinking. Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) decried the idea of a military parade. Trump could start showing his appreciation for our troops by not using them as political pawns. (more...)
Nissan and other Japanese investors to meet with United Kingdom leader
- February 09, 2018
Major corporations have sought a two-year transition period, which they hope will ease Britain into its new relationship with the bloc. The planned time-limited period is created to provide certainty to businesses, but the Cabinet is also under intense pressure to agree a negotiating position on what will follow the transition. (more...)
- February 09, 2018
Major corporations have sought a two-year transition period, which they hope will ease Britain into its new relationship with the bloc. The planned time-limited period is created to provide certainty to businesses, but the Cabinet is also under intense pressure to agree a negotiating position on what will follow the transition. (more...)
Pelosi Marathon Speech on Immigration Breaks 1909 House Record
- February 09, 2018
The Senate is slated next week to begin a debate to address the dilemma of immigrants left vulnerable after Trump cut off former President Barack Obama's Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, or DACA. "We've been very clear about this", Ryan said. Before Pelosi's speech, the longest floor remarks from a leader came from then-House GOP Leader John Boehner in 2009 speaking against the Democrats' cap and trade legislation. (more...)
- February 09, 2018
The Senate is slated next week to begin a debate to address the dilemma of immigrants left vulnerable after Trump cut off former President Barack Obama's Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, or DACA. "We've been very clear about this", Ryan said. Before Pelosi's speech, the longest floor remarks from a leader came from then-House GOP Leader John Boehner in 2009 speaking against the Democrats' cap and trade legislation. (more...)
PAY TO PLAY: FBI Informant CLAIMS Russians WIRED MONEY to INFLUENCE CLINTONS
- February 09, 2018
The FBI informant at the heart of Hillary Clinton's widening Uranium One scandal is opening-up about the Obama administration's shady deal; saying senior Russian businessmen wired money to the USA to buy influence with Hillary Clinton's State Department, reports the Hill . (more...)
- February 09, 2018
The FBI informant at the heart of Hillary Clinton's widening Uranium One scandal is opening-up about the Obama administration's shady deal; saying senior Russian businessmen wired money to the USA to buy influence with Hillary Clinton's State Department, reports the Hill . (more...)
Seattle to vacate misdemeanor marijuana convictions, cases
- February 09, 2018
Ollie Garrett with the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board said misdemeanor possession charges also closed off opportunities to people of color in a points system that determines whether a person can be licensed and engage in the recreational marijuana industry in the state. (more...)
- February 09, 2018
Ollie Garrett with the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board said misdemeanor possession charges also closed off opportunities to people of color in a points system that determines whether a person can be licensed and engage in the recreational marijuana industry in the state. (more...)
Bulls Acquire Noah Vonleh From Trail Blazers
- February 09, 2018
By shedding Vonleh's $3.5 million salary, the Blazers, who were roughly $3 million over the tax line, will avoid the tax for at least one more season. They have plenty of cap space, so the Bulls had no problem taking a flyer on a young player for a few months. He's played in 33 games this season with 12 starts, which is down from his previous two seasons in Portland after spending his rookie year in Charlotte. (more...)
- February 09, 2018
By shedding Vonleh's $3.5 million salary, the Blazers, who were roughly $3 million over the tax line, will avoid the tax for at least one more season. They have plenty of cap space, so the Bulls had no problem taking a flyer on a young player for a few months. He's played in 33 games this season with 12 starts, which is down from his previous two seasons in Portland after spending his rookie year in Charlotte. (more...)
Dems, allies ask NC judges to change maps
- February 09, 2018
The court set a standard for new Congressional maps as "neutral criteria of compactness, contiguity, minimization of the division of political subdivisions, and maintenance of population equality among congressional districts...provide a "floor" of protection for an individual against the dilution of his or her vote in the creation of such districts". (more...)
- February 09, 2018
The court set a standard for new Congressional maps as "neutral criteria of compactness, contiguity, minimization of the division of political subdivisions, and maintenance of population equality among congressional districts...provide a "floor" of protection for an individual against the dilution of his or her vote in the creation of such districts". (more...)
JI admonishes senior leader for welcoming those acquitted in Mashal case
- February 09, 2018
During the trial Imran Ali pleaded guilty to shooting Mashal Khan. An initial investigation after the incident, which shocked the country and sparked global condemnation including from the United Nations, found that blasphemy accusations against Mashal Khan were unfounded, and that he was mercilessly beaten and killed for being vocal against irregularities at his university, including on a local television programme. (more...)
- February 09, 2018
During the trial Imran Ali pleaded guilty to shooting Mashal Khan. An initial investigation after the incident, which shocked the country and sparked global condemnation including from the United Nations, found that blasphemy accusations against Mashal Khan were unfounded, and that he was mercilessly beaten and killed for being vocal against irregularities at his university, including on a local television programme. (more...)
Iran urges Turkey to respect intl. borders
- February 09, 2018
Elsewhere in the meeting, Iranian president hailed Sochi summit's role in resolving the regional issues, saying "fortunately, the tripartite relations between Iran, Turkey and Russian Federation today are very important in regional affairs, while in the current situation, the need for further consultation and cooperation is needed to resolve the Syrian crisis". (more...)
- February 09, 2018
Elsewhere in the meeting, Iranian president hailed Sochi summit's role in resolving the regional issues, saying "fortunately, the tripartite relations between Iran, Turkey and Russian Federation today are very important in regional affairs, while in the current situation, the need for further consultation and cooperation is needed to resolve the Syrian crisis". (more...)
Search launched in Buzzards Bay after Coast Guard receives mayday call
- February 09, 2018
The Coast Guard sent out a 47-foot motor lifeboat crew from Station Menemsha on Martha's Vineyard and searched Buzzards Bay Wednesday night. It was unclear what type of boat the Coast Guard was looking for, its location and how many people were on board. (more...)
- February 09, 2018
The Coast Guard sent out a 47-foot motor lifeboat crew from Station Menemsha on Martha's Vineyard and searched Buzzards Bay Wednesday night. It was unclear what type of boat the Coast Guard was looking for, its location and how many people were on board. (more...)
North Korea holds military parade on eve of Olympics in South
- February 09, 2018
Iranian and North Korean athletes at the Pyeongchang 2018 Olympic Winter Games will receive Samsung mobile phones, organizers said on Thursday, after Iran summoned South Korea's ambassador over reports its athletes would not get the gifts. (more...)
- February 09, 2018
Iranian and North Korean athletes at the Pyeongchang 2018 Olympic Winter Games will receive Samsung mobile phones, organizers said on Thursday, after Iran summoned South Korea's ambassador over reports its athletes would not get the gifts. (more...)
Barb from 'Stranger Things' Got a Secret Message on Her Starbucks Cup
- February 09, 2018
But while everyone gathered to search for Will and fretted over his fate and his mum Joyce (Winona Ryder) was determined to save him, Barb was practically forgotten. Even better, when she responded to Purser's twitter thanks, Gail got an even better response in return... Captioned with a honest, "thanks guys", the tweet has been liked over a 100,000 times, because you know what? Purser seems to agree that Bob didn't get his due on the show either-she tweeted a simple reply to fan's ... (more...)
- February 09, 2018
But while everyone gathered to search for Will and fretted over his fate and his mum Joyce (Winona Ryder) was determined to save him, Barb was practically forgotten. Even better, when she responded to Purser's twitter thanks, Gail got an even better response in return... Captioned with a honest, "thanks guys", the tweet has been liked over a 100,000 times, because you know what? Purser seems to agree that Bob didn't get his due on the show either-she tweeted a simple reply to fan's ... (more...)
Department of Corrections Ends Contract With Food Service Company
- February 09, 2018
Michigan State University's funding would see a 1.8 percent increase to $281 million. Rep. Fred Durhal III of Detroit, the top Democrat on the House Appropriations Committee, said he was "very pleased" with it. "Increased state support helps us manage rising operational costs without putting all of the burden on tuition, and that's good for students and their families". (more...)
- February 09, 2018
Michigan State University's funding would see a 1.8 percent increase to $281 million. Rep. Fred Durhal III of Detroit, the top Democrat on the House Appropriations Committee, said he was "very pleased" with it. "Increased state support helps us manage rising operational costs without putting all of the burden on tuition, and that's good for students and their families". (more...)
Depeche Mode Announce Final Leg of "Global Spirit Tour"
- February 09, 2018
The Sacramento show is one of just nine Depeche Mode will play in the US this spring as part of a 34-country tour stretching from Argentina to Russian Federation. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 16, at ticketmaster.com, LiveNation.com , the Arby's Box Office at the BOK Center and by calling 800-745-3000. (more...)
- February 09, 2018
The Sacramento show is one of just nine Depeche Mode will play in the US this spring as part of a 34-country tour stretching from Argentina to Russian Federation. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 16, at ticketmaster.com, LiveNation.com , the Arby's Box Office at the BOK Center and by calling 800-745-3000. (more...)
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