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Pair of explosions in Somalia kills at least 45
- February 25, 2018
Secretary-General of the Arab League Ahmed Abul Gheit condemned Friday terrorist attack that was launched by al Shabab group, leaving 45 Somali people dead and dozens others injured. It said that 5 of its fighters staged the attacks. "Security forces battled the attackers trying to storm the presidential palace". Ambulances rushed to the scene as security forces sealed off the area. (more...)
- February 25, 2018
Secretary-General of the Arab League Ahmed Abul Gheit condemned Friday terrorist attack that was launched by al Shabab group, leaving 45 Somali people dead and dozens others injured. It said that 5 of its fighters staged the attacks. "Security forces battled the attackers trying to storm the presidential palace". Ambulances rushed to the scene as security forces sealed off the area. (more...)
U.S. imposes 'largest ever sanctions tranche' on N.Korea
- February 25, 2018
Vessels registered in China and a range of other countries were among the entities included in the sanctions, as well as Chinese and Hong Kong shipping companies. The latest US steps come at a moment when North Korea and South Korea have experienced a slight thaw in relations linked to the Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea. (more...)
- February 25, 2018
Vessels registered in China and a range of other countries were among the entities included in the sanctions, as well as Chinese and Hong Kong shipping companies. The latest US steps come at a moment when North Korea and South Korea have experienced a slight thaw in relations linked to the Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea. (more...)
Former Trump campaign manager charged for paying former European politicians
- February 25, 2018
The plea is a strong indication that Gates is planning to cooperate with special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation as it continues to probe the Trump campaign, Russian election interference and Manafort. It began in 2014, and employed fake social media accounts and on-the-ground politicking to promote Trump's campaign, disparage Hillary Clinton and sow division and discord widely among the USA electorate. (more...)
- February 25, 2018
The plea is a strong indication that Gates is planning to cooperate with special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation as it continues to probe the Trump campaign, Russian election interference and Manafort. It began in 2014, and employed fake social media accounts and on-the-ground politicking to promote Trump's campaign, disparage Hillary Clinton and sow division and discord widely among the USA electorate. (more...)
Donald Trump attacks his attorney general, Obama over Russian poll meddling probe
- February 25, 2018
He must start protecting and defending our Constitution and security against any enemy who attacks us - especially Russian Federation. They were going to vote for someone else, be it Bernie Sanders, Jill Stein, or Donald Trump . "No collusion!" the president has said what seems like at least a million times. Even such an investigation would have the effect of censoring speech. (more...)
- February 25, 2018
He must start protecting and defending our Constitution and security against any enemy who attacks us - especially Russian Federation. They were going to vote for someone else, be it Bernie Sanders, Jill Stein, or Donald Trump . "No collusion!" the president has said what seems like at least a million times. Even such an investigation would have the effect of censoring speech. (more...)
Tory MP apologises to Jeremy Corbyn for 'seriously defamatory' tweet
- February 25, 2018
A Labour Party spokesperson has said the donation will go to a homeless charity in Bradley's constituency of Mansfield in Nottinghamshire. Bradley, who has more than 4,000 followers on Twitter, alleged on Monday that Corbyn had "sold British secrets to communist spies". (more...)
- February 25, 2018
A Labour Party spokesperson has said the donation will go to a homeless charity in Bradley's constituency of Mansfield in Nottinghamshire. Bradley, who has more than 4,000 followers on Twitter, alleged on Monday that Corbyn had "sold British secrets to communist spies". (more...)
Arrested PNB officials trying to pin blame on Shetty
- February 25, 2018
Jindal is presently posted as the General Manager Credit in New Delhi's PNB Head Office. It confirmed that it had arrested Vipul Ambani, president (finance) of the Firestar International diamonds group belonging to Nirav Modi . CBI is now questioning three accused - retired deputy manager Gokulnath Shetty , single window operator Manoj Kharat and Hemant Bhatt, employee and authorised signatory for Nirav Modi group. (more...)
- February 25, 2018
Jindal is presently posted as the General Manager Credit in New Delhi's PNB Head Office. It confirmed that it had arrested Vipul Ambani, president (finance) of the Firestar International diamonds group belonging to Nirav Modi . CBI is now questioning three accused - retired deputy manager Gokulnath Shetty , single window operator Manoj Kharat and Hemant Bhatt, employee and authorised signatory for Nirav Modi group. (more...)
Now BJP slugging for separate Rayalaseema
- February 25, 2018
In a political turn of events, the Andhra Pradesh unit of the BJP passed a resolution at its Rayalaseema regional meeting, demanding that the state set up a second capital in the area. During the teleconference with key TDP leaders, it is understood that the CM asked the TDP leaders not to make any personal remarks on the BJP. Vijayawada: APCC chief N Raghuveera Reddy has written an an open letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, requesting him to fulfil the promises made to the State by ... (more...)
- February 25, 2018
In a political turn of events, the Andhra Pradesh unit of the BJP passed a resolution at its Rayalaseema regional meeting, demanding that the state set up a second capital in the area. During the teleconference with key TDP leaders, it is understood that the CM asked the TDP leaders not to make any personal remarks on the BJP. Vijayawada: APCC chief N Raghuveera Reddy has written an an open letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, requesting him to fulfil the promises made to the State by ... (more...)
Intersection: School Safety After The Parkland High School Shooting
- February 25, 2018
High school students from Stoneman Douglas and elsewhere around the country have launched a protest and lobbying campaign demanding new curbs on assault weapons. "Participation in a walkout is disruptive and against school regulations, and will subject students to disciplinary measures", Superintendent Todd Gray said in the letter. (more...)
- February 25, 2018
High school students from Stoneman Douglas and elsewhere around the country have launched a protest and lobbying campaign demanding new curbs on assault weapons. "Participation in a walkout is disruptive and against school regulations, and will subject students to disciplinary measures", Superintendent Todd Gray said in the letter. (more...)
Sandy Hook Mom Talks School Safety In Northern Kentucky
- February 25, 2018
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida last week joined a grim list of murderous United States school shootings, alongside Sandy Hook elementary school and Columbine high school. I do mind walking around downtown and realizing that so many people around me are now exercising their right to carry concealed weapons, and I definitely mind a child who can not legally buy a cocktail being able to obtain a weapon of mass destruction. (more...)
- February 25, 2018
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida last week joined a grim list of murderous United States school shootings, alongside Sandy Hook elementary school and Columbine high school. I do mind walking around downtown and realizing that so many people around me are now exercising their right to carry concealed weapons, and I definitely mind a child who can not legally buy a cocktail being able to obtain a weapon of mass destruction. (more...)
Unions Stage 'Day Of Action' Rallies Ahead Of Supreme Court Case
- February 25, 2018
The rally is a part of the national "Working People's Day of Action" movement, which spans 28 cities, including Washington, Chicago and Philadelphia, according to the New York State AFL-CIO. "We will not let our city or our country be taken over by the 1 percent", said de Blasio. NY is one of 28 cities, including Washington D.C., Chicago, and Philadelphia, that is holding demonstrations supporting unions and workers' rights Saturday. (more...)
- February 25, 2018
The rally is a part of the national "Working People's Day of Action" movement, which spans 28 cities, including Washington, Chicago and Philadelphia, according to the New York State AFL-CIO. "We will not let our city or our country be taken over by the 1 percent", said de Blasio. NY is one of 28 cities, including Washington D.C., Chicago, and Philadelphia, that is holding demonstrations supporting unions and workers' rights Saturday. (more...)
Trump calls for more guns in schools
- February 25, 2018
The plan would also outlaw bump stocks and bar persons struggling with mental illness from buying guns. "I think you need to have individuals that are well-trained". The lawmakers' plan also would set up a statewide commission, charged with investigating failures leading to the Parkland shooting, and prior such incidents, and recommending system improvements. (more...)
- February 25, 2018
The plan would also outlaw bump stocks and bar persons struggling with mental illness from buying guns. "I think you need to have individuals that are well-trained". The lawmakers' plan also would set up a statewide commission, charged with investigating failures leading to the Parkland shooting, and prior such incidents, and recommending system improvements. (more...)
Bastareaud stars as France end winless streak against Italy
- February 25, 2018
Maxime Machenaud was unable to add the extras, sending his tricky conversion attempt just wide. As the only winless teams after two matches in this season's Six Nations , it seems likely that one of these teams will be the recipients of the notional wooden spoon, though they are unlikely to think of them as bouquets of any sort. (more...)
- February 25, 2018
Maxime Machenaud was unable to add the extras, sending his tricky conversion attempt just wide. As the only winless teams after two matches in this season's Six Nations , it seems likely that one of these teams will be the recipients of the notional wooden spoon, though they are unlikely to think of them as bouquets of any sort. (more...)
Special weather statement for freezing rain in effect
- February 25, 2018
Forecasters are tracking possible freezing rain for this weekend. Freezing rain is expected to begin early Sunday morning and continue until Sunday afternoon, the agency said. Motorists are urged to take their time and drive according to the conditions. A Freezing Rain Warning has also been issued for Renfrew-Pembroke-Barry's Bay, Smiths Falls - Lanark - Sharbot Lake, Prescott and Russell and Cornwall-Morrisburg areas. (more...)
- February 25, 2018
Forecasters are tracking possible freezing rain for this weekend. Freezing rain is expected to begin early Sunday morning and continue until Sunday afternoon, the agency said. Motorists are urged to take their time and drive according to the conditions. A Freezing Rain Warning has also been issued for Renfrew-Pembroke-Barry's Bay, Smiths Falls - Lanark - Sharbot Lake, Prescott and Russell and Cornwall-Morrisburg areas. (more...)
Kapil Sibal Questions The Accountability Of Finance Minister
- February 25, 2018
He also aired his admiration for the UT administration that abolished Value-Added Tax levied from fisherman community. He said that the manner in which Daman has taken to cleanliness as a mass movement using e-rickshaws and CNG is a shining example for all of us. (more...)
- February 25, 2018
He also aired his admiration for the UT administration that abolished Value-Added Tax levied from fisherman community. He said that the manner in which Daman has taken to cleanliness as a mass movement using e-rickshaws and CNG is a shining example for all of us. (more...)
Was Florida school shooter's mother Jewish?
- February 25, 2018
Even the group's name, "Murica (American flag emoji) (eagle emoji) great" - was given by the confessed shooter. "He seemed nice but also had some mental issues", one member of the group chat told CNN . He used a legally purchased AR-15 in the 3rd most deadly school shooting in the US. Cruz then asked if he was allowed to wear the body armor to school. (more...)
- February 25, 2018
Even the group's name, "Murica (American flag emoji) (eagle emoji) great" - was given by the confessed shooter. "He seemed nice but also had some mental issues", one member of the group chat told CNN . He used a legally purchased AR-15 in the 3rd most deadly school shooting in the US. Cruz then asked if he was allowed to wear the body armor to school. (more...)
Woman fatally stabbed inside Winchester Public Library
- February 25, 2018
A MA man armed with a hunting knife stabbed a 22-year-old woman to death at a public library in an unprovoked attack on Saturday and wounded a man who tried to come to her aid, a prosecutor said. The man, who was stabbed in the arm, is expected to survive, Ryan said. The library is closed under further notice, and the investigation is ongoing. (more...)
- February 25, 2018
A MA man armed with a hunting knife stabbed a 22-year-old woman to death at a public library in an unprovoked attack on Saturday and wounded a man who tried to come to her aid, a prosecutor said. The man, who was stabbed in the arm, is expected to survive, Ryan said. The library is closed under further notice, and the investigation is ongoing. (more...)
Trump proposes arming up to 40% of U.S. teachers
- February 25, 2018
NRA officials also accused Democrats and media outlets of exploiting the Florida shooting. A 2014 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) study of United States active shooter incidents in the U.S. Teachers from around the country are using the hashtag #ArmMeWith to propose resources they would prefer over guns, like funding, additional school counselors and smaller class sizes. (more...)
- February 25, 2018
NRA officials also accused Democrats and media outlets of exploiting the Florida shooting. A 2014 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) study of United States active shooter incidents in the U.S. Teachers from around the country are using the hashtag #ArmMeWith to propose resources they would prefer over guns, like funding, additional school counselors and smaller class sizes. (more...)
Six US Companies Cut Ties With NRA
- February 25, 2018
The Visa card offered 5 percent back on gas and sporting goods store purchases and a $40 bonus card. Vehicle rental company Hertz and Symantec, the software company that makes Norton Antivirus technology, did the same. "I don't see that it would actually have an impact on NRA membership in general because they have such a core consumer with such strong beliefs", she said. (more...)
- February 25, 2018
The Visa card offered 5 percent back on gas and sporting goods store purchases and a $40 bonus card. Vehicle rental company Hertz and Symantec, the software company that makes Norton Antivirus technology, did the same. "I don't see that it would actually have an impact on NRA membership in general because they have such a core consumer with such strong beliefs", she said. (more...)
More Syria deaths, United Nations weighs cease-fire
- February 25, 2018
In this photo released on Wednesday Feb. 21, 2018, provided by the Syrian anti-government activist group Ghouta Media Center, which has been authenticated based on its contents and other AP reporting, shows Syrians search for victims under the rubble of a destroyed building that attacked by Syrian government forces airstrikes, in Ghouta, a suburb of Damascus , Syria . (more...)
- February 25, 2018
In this photo released on Wednesday Feb. 21, 2018, provided by the Syrian anti-government activist group Ghouta Media Center, which has been authenticated based on its contents and other AP reporting, shows Syrians search for victims under the rubble of a destroyed building that attacked by Syrian government forces airstrikes, in Ghouta, a suburb of Damascus , Syria . (more...)
Turkey condemns approval of new Israeli settlements in East Jerusalem
- February 25, 2018
The step represents a grave contravention of global law and a United Nation Security Council resolution against the Tel Aviv regime's land expropriation and settlement expansion policies in occupied Palestinian lands. About 32 Palestinians were injured in cashes that broke out between Israeli soldiers and Palestinian demonstrators in the West Bank and the Gaza Strip on Friday, medics said. (more...)
- February 25, 2018
The step represents a grave contravention of global law and a United Nation Security Council resolution against the Tel Aviv regime's land expropriation and settlement expansion policies in occupied Palestinian lands. About 32 Palestinians were injured in cashes that broke out between Israeli soldiers and Palestinian demonstrators in the West Bank and the Gaza Strip on Friday, medics said. (more...)
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