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Trump says he wouldn't have removed 'Star of David' tweet
- July 10, 2016
Mr Trump initially deleted the tweet on Saturday before tweeting a similar image in which the star was replaced with a circle. It was later discovered that Trump's controversial tweet also appeared on a white supremacist website. Trump told an OH audience on Wednesday that he regretted his campaign's decision to scrub the image from his account. "Where is the outrage for this Disney book?" the Republican candidate wrote on his twitter , in a rare full sentence. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
Mr Trump initially deleted the tweet on Saturday before tweeting a similar image in which the star was replaced with a circle. It was later discovered that Trump's controversial tweet also appeared on a white supremacist website. Trump told an OH audience on Wednesday that he regretted his campaign's decision to scrub the image from his account. "Where is the outrage for this Disney book?" the Republican candidate wrote on his twitter , in a rare full sentence. (more...)
Missing Kerala Woman, Pregnant, Thought To Have Joined ISIS
- July 10, 2016
Local officials said that during Eid, the parents of two missing youths received "Whatsapp" messages revealing their joining of the terror group. Here there is Divine Rule. An officer in Kerala informed OneIndia that it is still not clear whether they had left together or in separate groups. According to published reports, most of the missing appeared to have had close links with 35-year-old Abdul Rasheed, an engineer by profession who has been missing since May. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
Local officials said that during Eid, the parents of two missing youths received "Whatsapp" messages revealing their joining of the terror group. Here there is Divine Rule. An officer in Kerala informed OneIndia that it is still not clear whether they had left together or in separate groups. According to published reports, most of the missing appeared to have had close links with 35-year-old Abdul Rasheed, an engineer by profession who has been missing since May. (more...)
Trump uses Disney's Frozen to defend controversial tweet
- July 10, 2016
Then the campaign blamed the entire thing on "biased media", insisting that a candidate who routinely retweets apparent white supremacist accounts and refused to denounce former KKK grand wizard David Duke could not possibly condone anti-semitism. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
Then the campaign blamed the entire thing on "biased media", insisting that a candidate who routinely retweets apparent white supremacist accounts and refused to denounce former KKK grand wizard David Duke could not possibly condone anti-semitism. (more...)
Serena Williams worried by recent police shootings
- July 10, 2016
Saturday witnessed Serena overpowering all the hurdles to emerge as champion over the German competitor and also to become one of the world's greatest tennis players. Speaking after winning a seventh Wimbledon title and a record-equalling 22nd grand slam, Williams said the shootings in Dallas had done nothing to ease racial tensions. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
Saturday witnessed Serena overpowering all the hurdles to emerge as champion over the German competitor and also to become one of the world's greatest tennis players. Speaking after winning a seventh Wimbledon title and a record-equalling 22nd grand slam, Williams said the shootings in Dallas had done nothing to ease racial tensions. (more...)
Economy, security key issues as Japan votes for upper house
- July 10, 2016
Abe's ruling coalition and like-minded parties got the two-thirds "super majority" needed to try to revise the post-war constitution for the first time, some TV exit polls showed. Sunday's vote is also the first nationwide election since the voting age was lowered to 18 from 20, a step aimed at encouraging voting by younger generations. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
Abe's ruling coalition and like-minded parties got the two-thirds "super majority" needed to try to revise the post-war constitution for the first time, some TV exit polls showed. Sunday's vote is also the first nationwide election since the voting age was lowered to 18 from 20, a step aimed at encouraging voting by younger generations. (more...)
Lawmaker claims victory in close Australian election
- July 10, 2016
Labor Party leader Bill Shorten on Thursday did not concede defeat, but said "it is more likely that Mr. Turnbull will fall over the line". "We have won the election", Mr Turnbull told reporters, noting that the Coalition has received around 800,000 more first preference votes than Labor. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
Labor Party leader Bill Shorten on Thursday did not concede defeat, but said "it is more likely that Mr. Turnbull will fall over the line". "We have won the election", Mr Turnbull told reporters, noting that the Coalition has received around 800,000 more first preference votes than Labor. (more...)
Indian American Teens Plan Youth Outreach to Support Hillary Clinton
- July 10, 2016
Bush, wrote in an opinion piece in the Washington Post . "We definitely saw the same Hillary Clinton who was in a groove attacking Donald Trump on national security today, but the ground was a little bit less solid". What fundraising record did Trump set? Wednesday was Trump's turn to fire back. "(Trump) has also said he will contribute significantly more money". (more...)
- July 10, 2016
Bush, wrote in an opinion piece in the Washington Post . "We definitely saw the same Hillary Clinton who was in a groove attacking Donald Trump on national security today, but the ground was a little bit less solid". What fundraising record did Trump set? Wednesday was Trump's turn to fire back. "(Trump) has also said he will contribute significantly more money". (more...)
On Rare Israel Visit, Egyptian FM Calls for 2-State Solution
- July 10, 2016
Sameh Shoukry's visit on Sunday reflects improved relations between the two countries and a call by the Egyptian president, Abdel Fatah al-Sisi, for parties in Netanyahu's coalition to unite in favour of a new peace initiative, which he also called on Arab countries to back. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
Sameh Shoukry's visit on Sunday reflects improved relations between the two countries and a call by the Egyptian president, Abdel Fatah al-Sisi, for parties in Netanyahu's coalition to unite in favour of a new peace initiative, which he also called on Arab countries to back. (more...)
Dallas police headquarters on security alert after threat
- July 10, 2016
Army veteran and a member of the U.S. Army Reserve. The shootings in Dallas followed protests by the #BlackLivesMatter movement over the recent treatment of young black men. The demonstrations were part of nationwide protests over the fatal police shootings of two black men this week in Louisiana and Minnesota . The officer was hospitalized in critical condition. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
Army veteran and a member of the U.S. Army Reserve. The shootings in Dallas followed protests by the #BlackLivesMatter movement over the recent treatment of young black men. The demonstrations were part of nationwide protests over the fatal police shootings of two black men this week in Louisiana and Minnesota . The officer was hospitalized in critical condition. (more...)
The UK joined Iraq War without knowing if "WMDs" existed
- July 10, 2016
Mr Campbell, 59, defended the former prime minister, saying: "There's that guy on the front page being utterly condemned by our media and others who realise that leadership is quite tough". Howard is facing a storm of criticism for the decision to put Australian forces in harm's way on the back of intelligence calculations that have since been roundly debunked. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
Mr Campbell, 59, defended the former prime minister, saying: "There's that guy on the front page being utterly condemned by our media and others who realise that leadership is quite tough". Howard is facing a storm of criticism for the decision to put Australian forces in harm's way on the back of intelligence calculations that have since been roundly debunked. (more...)
What the Original Cast Is Saying About Lin-Manuel Miranda's Final Performance
- July 10, 2016
Lin-Manuel Miranda will end his run as Alexander Hamilton after Saturday night's performance. Phillipa Soo, who played Hamilton's wife Eliza, received a Tony nomination for the role. "I didn't have a ticket, but I know that something will happen". Miranda has signed on for some pretty big upcoming projects-he is set to star opposite Emily Blunt in Mary Poppins Returns, and has been contributing music to Disney's animated movie Moana and Star Wars: The Force Awakens . (more...)
- July 10, 2016
Lin-Manuel Miranda will end his run as Alexander Hamilton after Saturday night's performance. Phillipa Soo, who played Hamilton's wife Eliza, received a Tony nomination for the role. "I didn't have a ticket, but I know that something will happen". Miranda has signed on for some pretty big upcoming projects-he is set to star opposite Emily Blunt in Mary Poppins Returns, and has been contributing music to Disney's animated movie Moana and Star Wars: The Force Awakens . (more...)
Birmingham Labour members rally for leader Jeremy Corbyn
- July 10, 2016
In his speech to the Parliamentary Labour Party on Monday, Lord Kinnock said MPs did not consider themselves "more important". Mr Smith said he needed more time to reach a resolution over this weekend. Labour's embattled leader this morning issued a message to rebels that he will fight to defend his crown - and he predicted 100,000 new party members would rally behind him. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
In his speech to the Parliamentary Labour Party on Monday, Lord Kinnock said MPs did not consider themselves "more important". Mr Smith said he needed more time to reach a resolution over this weekend. Labour's embattled leader this morning issued a message to rebels that he will fight to defend his crown - and he predicted 100,000 new party members would rally behind him. (more...)
Pro-Brexit MEP Nigel Farage quits as UKIP leader
- July 10, 2016
Hollywood actor Christoph Waltz has had his say on the turmoil caused by Britain's decision to leave the European Union via referendum last month, referring to the "abysmal stupidity" of the Leave campaign. The outcome of the referendum itself is not legally binding and for the current or future prime minister to invoke Article 50 without the approval of Parliament is unlawful". (more...)
- July 10, 2016
Hollywood actor Christoph Waltz has had his say on the turmoil caused by Britain's decision to leave the European Union via referendum last month, referring to the "abysmal stupidity" of the Leave campaign. The outcome of the referendum itself is not legally binding and for the current or future prime minister to invoke Article 50 without the approval of Parliament is unlawful". (more...)
Louisiana police shooting protests move through Baton Rouge
- July 10, 2016
The U.S. Justice Department has opened a civil rights investigation into the shooting. The rally outside the police building was at times tense again, as protesters faced off against police dressed in riot gear. "In times like this, they actually have the strongest voices against violence in the community". Baton Rouge police said they are investigating a newspaper website's video that appears to show an officer with his weapon temporarily drawn at one point early on Saturday morning ... (more...)
- July 10, 2016
The U.S. Justice Department has opened a civil rights investigation into the shooting. The rally outside the police building was at times tense again, as protesters faced off against police dressed in riot gear. "In times like this, they actually have the strongest voices against violence in the community". Baton Rouge police said they are investigating a newspaper website's video that appears to show an officer with his weapon temporarily drawn at one point early on Saturday morning ... (more...)
Controversial GMO labeling bill poised to pass in Senate
- July 10, 2016
If the House does not pass the bill in its current form next week, the bill could still pass before Vermont's government starts enforcing its own mandatory GMO labeling law, which requires an on-package statement , on January 1. This gives S. 764 a window to reverse the more strict mandatory labeling law. Now Congress appears to be on the verge of passing the first-ever federal standard for disclosing information about genetically engineered food, a bill that would preempt state laws. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
If the House does not pass the bill in its current form next week, the bill could still pass before Vermont's government starts enforcing its own mandatory GMO labeling law, which requires an on-package statement , on January 1. This gives S. 764 a window to reverse the more strict mandatory labeling law. Now Congress appears to be on the verge of passing the first-ever federal standard for disclosing information about genetically engineered food, a bill that would preempt state laws. (more...)
Protests over shooting resume in Baton Rouge
- July 10, 2016
The Justice Department swiftly announced an investigation into Sterling's death. In response to the Dallas police shooting, the Black Lives Matter Network released a statement asserting it "advocates for dignity, justice , and respect". (more...)
- July 10, 2016
The Justice Department swiftly announced an investigation into Sterling's death. In response to the Dallas police shooting, the Black Lives Matter Network released a statement asserting it "advocates for dignity, justice , and respect". (more...)
China confirms navy to hold drills in disputed sea
- July 10, 2016
The official China Daily reported Monday that China is ready to start negotiations with the Philippines if Manila ignores the tribunal ruling, which is expected to be issued on July 12. China should speed up developing its military deterrence abilities, the paper added. The President said that the Philippines is not prepared to go to war. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
The official China Daily reported Monday that China is ready to start negotiations with the Philippines if Manila ignores the tribunal ruling, which is expected to be issued on July 12. China should speed up developing its military deterrence abilities, the paper added. The President said that the Philippines is not prepared to go to war. (more...)
WashU Expert: SCOTUS decision big win for access to reproductive health care
- July 10, 2016
The high court's ruling on Monday also tossed out a provision in the Texas law requiring abortion clinics to have costly hospital-grade facilities in addition to the "admitting privileges" mandate. 2, placing the requirements on the state's abortion clinics. "I'm clearly pro-life", Patrick said, "but if someone's going to have an abortion, I want them to have it in the safest possible environment". (more...)
- July 10, 2016
The high court's ruling on Monday also tossed out a provision in the Texas law requiring abortion clinics to have costly hospital-grade facilities in addition to the "admitting privileges" mandate. 2, placing the requirements on the state's abortion clinics. "I'm clearly pro-life", Patrick said, "but if someone's going to have an abortion, I want them to have it in the safest possible environment". (more...)
US Transportation Department Proposes Flights Between Major Cities to Cuba
- July 10, 2016
On July 7 the US Department of Transport (DOT) moved closer to delivering on President Obama's promise to re-engage with Cuba by restoring scheduled air services to the nation's capital and largest city. The federal transportation officials' decision would give 10 different USA airports at least one weekly nonstop flight to the Cuban capital. Most of those flights would depart from Fort Lauderdale and Miami. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
On July 7 the US Department of Transport (DOT) moved closer to delivering on President Obama's promise to re-engage with Cuba by restoring scheduled air services to the nation's capital and largest city. The federal transportation officials' decision would give 10 different USA airports at least one weekly nonstop flight to the Cuban capital. Most of those flights would depart from Fort Lauderdale and Miami. (more...)
Black Lives Matter discussion draws hundreds in Tampa
- July 10, 2016
But please pray for our strength through this trying time. The group has used demonstrations and acts of civil disobedience to pressure police chiefs and elected officials. "Join us in the streets", it said. What needs to be confronted is the culture of pervasive racism of the sort promoted by O'Reilly, that we could only wish qualified for the "sub" category. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
But please pray for our strength through this trying time. The group has used demonstrations and acts of civil disobedience to pressure police chiefs and elected officials. "Join us in the streets", it said. What needs to be confronted is the culture of pervasive racism of the sort promoted by O'Reilly, that we could only wish qualified for the "sub" category. (more...)
Donald Trump praises Saddam Hussein for killing terrorists 'so good'
- July 10, 2016
In a sign that Trump has largely failed since the end of primary season to win over reluctant critics within his party, at least a dozen of those people now say they expect to cast a ballot for Clinton. Ryan, struggled Tuesday to explain Trump's comments in an interview with Fox News' " The Kelly File ". Trump's broader point - that dictators can bring stability - has indeed guided US foreign policy at times, when repressive regimes have had a pro-U.S. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
In a sign that Trump has largely failed since the end of primary season to win over reluctant critics within his party, at least a dozen of those people now say they expect to cast a ballot for Clinton. Ryan, struggled Tuesday to explain Trump's comments in an interview with Fox News' " The Kelly File ". Trump's broader point - that dictators can bring stability - has indeed guided US foreign policy at times, when repressive regimes have had a pro-U.S. (more...)
Will Claye makes Olympic team in Triple Jump
- July 10, 2016
Allyson Felix made it through her semifinal and will be in the eight-woman 200-meter final Sunday. "You want to be sharp on all of them, but I took special care to make sure I was taking care of business on the first throw because I had no idea when the rain was coming, and it came a lot more than I thought it was going to". (more...)
- July 10, 2016
Allyson Felix made it through her semifinal and will be in the eight-woman 200-meter final Sunday. "You want to be sharp on all of them, but I took special care to make sure I was taking care of business on the first throw because I had no idea when the rain was coming, and it came a lot more than I thought it was going to". (more...)
British PM Tussle: Andrea Leadsom taunts challenger over barrenness
- July 10, 2016
The Prime Minister strongly denied he was clinging to office after some Tory MPs called for the final vote of party members - which is due to see the result announced on September 9 - to be brought forward. "(I am) disgusted about how this has been presented", Leadsom said. "I believe I - like everyone else - have a very real stake in our country", tweeted Ruth Davidson, leader of the party's Scottish arm, who had previously declared her support for May in the contest. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
The Prime Minister strongly denied he was clinging to office after some Tory MPs called for the final vote of party members - which is due to see the result announced on September 9 - to be brought forward. "(I am) disgusted about how this has been presented", Leadsom said. "I believe I - like everyone else - have a very real stake in our country", tweeted Ruth Davidson, leader of the party's Scottish arm, who had previously declared her support for May in the contest. (more...)
House nears OK of bill reinforcing anti-drug programs
- July 10, 2016
Both Democrats and Republicans want to approve funding to fight the Zika virus as summer - and mosquito season - kicks into high gear and the Olympic games approach, but the parties are deeply divided over how much to allocate. All the cases are "travel associated", where people were infected outside of the US. This week, House Republicans plan to offer a broad legislative package to combat terrorism as well as a bill that addresses the nation's mental health system in the wake of the June ... (more...)
- July 10, 2016
Both Democrats and Republicans want to approve funding to fight the Zika virus as summer - and mosquito season - kicks into high gear and the Olympic games approach, but the parties are deeply divided over how much to allocate. All the cases are "travel associated", where people were infected outside of the US. This week, House Republicans plan to offer a broad legislative package to combat terrorism as well as a bill that addresses the nation's mental health system in the wake of the June ... (more...)
Brock Lesnar beats Mark Hunt in UFC 200 return
- July 10, 2016
The enterprise that began in 1993 as an unfettered testing ground to determine which martial arts discipline would prevail in a fight has become a sports juggernaut reportedly on the verge of selling to Chinese investors for US$4.2 billion. (more...)
- July 10, 2016
The enterprise that began in 1993 as an unfettered testing ground to determine which martial arts discipline would prevail in a fight has become a sports juggernaut reportedly on the verge of selling to Chinese investors for US$4.2 billion. (more...)
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