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Korea to Discuss Abe's Attendance at Olympics
- January 24, 2018
Over the weekend, the International Olympic Committee decided that 12 North Koreans would join the 23-strong South Korean women's ice hockey team and that three of the North's players would participate in the Games. Or, he simply may be trying to drive a wedge between South Korea and the U.S. He claimed that the administration is "attempting to put the destiny of this country and its people into the hands of Kim Jong Un". (more...)
- January 24, 2018
Over the weekend, the International Olympic Committee decided that 12 North Koreans would join the 23-strong South Korean women's ice hockey team and that three of the North's players would participate in the Games. Or, he simply may be trying to drive a wedge between South Korea and the U.S. He claimed that the administration is "attempting to put the destiny of this country and its people into the hands of Kim Jong Un". (more...)
CIA Chief Pompeo on Keeping Secrets & Slowing Down Pyongyang
- January 24, 2018
Despite his warning, Mr Pompeo doesn't think a North Korean attack on the United States is imminent. The message may not be so clear to Pyongyang though, as Pompeo said United States spies are concerned that Kim may be receiving inaccurate intelligence from his senior advisers about how willing the USA is to launch a military strike should diplomacy fail. (more...)
- January 24, 2018
Despite his warning, Mr Pompeo doesn't think a North Korean attack on the United States is imminent. The message may not be so clear to Pyongyang though, as Pompeo said United States spies are concerned that Kim may be receiving inaccurate intelligence from his senior advisers about how willing the USA is to launch a military strike should diplomacy fail. (more...)
Indonesian troops show off snake-handling skills for Mattis
- January 24, 2018
The secretary will meet Indonesian President Joko Widodo and Minister of Defense Ryamizard Ryacudu during his three-day stay before heading to Hanoi. "One of the sanctions is clearly that they are not allowed to go to America". Mattis' use of the term could be an indication the United States is not backing away from potential confrontation with Beijing over its activities in the South China Sea. (more...)
- January 24, 2018
The secretary will meet Indonesian President Joko Widodo and Minister of Defense Ryamizard Ryacudu during his three-day stay before heading to Hanoi. "One of the sanctions is clearly that they are not allowed to go to America". Mattis' use of the term could be an indication the United States is not backing away from potential confrontation with Beijing over its activities in the South China Sea. (more...)
Trudeau promotes Time's Up, Me Too actions in Davos speech
- January 24, 2018
He will meet with representatives from European companies that have a footprint in the US, the advisor added. "When the world grows, we grow". Other leaders in attendance include French President Emmanuel Macron, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. (more...)
- January 24, 2018
He will meet with representatives from European companies that have a footprint in the US, the advisor added. "When the world grows, we grow". Other leaders in attendance include French President Emmanuel Macron, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. (more...)
I've Been 'Treated With Respect' in North Korea — NBC's Lester Holt
- January 24, 2018
The result is such "news" as Holt's report from "the bunny slope at a very modern ski resort here in North Korea", which he justified as: "We're here because some of the athletes from the South and North, based on this new alliance, will be doing some of their training here". (more...)
- January 24, 2018
The result is such "news" as Holt's report from "the bunny slope at a very modern ski resort here in North Korea", which he justified as: "We're here because some of the athletes from the South and North, based on this new alliance, will be doing some of their training here". (more...)
New York Metropolis sues Large Pharma over the opioid epidemic
- January 24, 2018
Corporation Counsel Zachary Carter, the de Blasio administration's top lawyer, compared both lawsuits with successful litigation in the 1990s against tobacco manufacturers. Kennedy applauded de Blasio's proactive approach and pointed out that 'Congress only appropriated $500 million this year to fight the opioid crisis. (more...)
- January 24, 2018
Corporation Counsel Zachary Carter, the de Blasio administration's top lawyer, compared both lawsuits with successful litigation in the 1990s against tobacco manufacturers. Kennedy applauded de Blasio's proactive approach and pointed out that 'Congress only appropriated $500 million this year to fight the opioid crisis. (more...)
Turkey Arrests 42 for 'Spreading Terrorist Propaganda' About Syria Operation
- January 23, 2018
Reacting to Turkey's ground advance into Syria , France called for an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council. According to the General Staff, the operation aims to establish security and stability along Turkish borders and the region as well as protect Syrians from terrorist oppression and cruelty. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Reacting to Turkey's ground advance into Syria , France called for an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council. According to the General Staff, the operation aims to establish security and stability along Turkish borders and the region as well as protect Syrians from terrorist oppression and cruelty. (more...)
Egyptian FA expect Salah to be at Real Madrid next season
- January 23, 2018
Spanish media outlet Don Balon claims that Bayern Munich are readying summer bid for Real Madrid superstar Gareth Bale . After holding talks in recent weeks regarding potential summer transfers, Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane seems to have focused his intentions on one of the Premier League's top performers in Reds attacker Salah, who has been impressing on all accounts in England. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Spanish media outlet Don Balon claims that Bayern Munich are readying summer bid for Real Madrid superstar Gareth Bale . After holding talks in recent weeks regarding potential summer transfers, Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane seems to have focused his intentions on one of the Premier League's top performers in Reds attacker Salah, who has been impressing on all accounts in England. (more...)
Government to Reopen After Senate Democrats Back Down
- January 23, 2018
Trump ended the program - Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals , or DACA - late a year ago, but gave Congress until March 5 to pass legislation extending it. Centrist Democratic Senators Joe Manchin of West Virginia and Doug Jones of Alabama met with Trump later. The deal was reached after Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell committed to bring to the Senate floor a bill to codify the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Trump ended the program - Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals , or DACA - late a year ago, but gave Congress until March 5 to pass legislation extending it. Centrist Democratic Senators Joe Manchin of West Virginia and Doug Jones of Alabama met with Trump later. The deal was reached after Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell committed to bring to the Senate floor a bill to codify the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. (more...)
Australian Open: Kyle Edmund 'loving' his progress in Melbourne
- January 23, 2018
Now ranked 49 in the world, Edmund is projected to rise to around No. 26 in the world by virtue of making the Australian Open semi-finals: "It's an wonderful feeling; I'm very happy - Edmund said - With these sort of things, you are so emotionally engaged that you don't really take it in, you don't really enjoy it". (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Now ranked 49 in the world, Edmund is projected to rise to around No. 26 in the world by virtue of making the Australian Open semi-finals: "It's an wonderful feeling; I'm very happy - Edmund said - With these sort of things, you are so emotionally engaged that you don't really take it in, you don't really enjoy it". (more...)
Tillerson: Russia 'bears responsibility' for Syrian chemical weapons attacks
- January 23, 2018
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said. "Only yesterday more than 20 civilians, a lot of them children, were victims of an apparent chlorine gas attack", Tillerson said of the reported attack in Eastern Ghouta that left its victims struggling to breathe. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said. "Only yesterday more than 20 civilians, a lot of them children, were victims of an apparent chlorine gas attack", Tillerson said of the reported attack in Eastern Ghouta that left its victims struggling to breathe. (more...)
One dead in rocket attack on Turkish town near Syria
- January 23, 2018
M - Turkish ground troops have crossed into northern Syria as part of a major offensive to push out Kurdish militia, which Turkey regards as terrorists, BBC reported. Ali Mayhoub said in a televised statement on yesterday that the capture of the Abu Zuhour air base in Idlib province was "a blow" to the insurgents who had controlled the base since 2015. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
M - Turkish ground troops have crossed into northern Syria as part of a major offensive to push out Kurdish militia, which Turkey regards as terrorists, BBC reported. Ali Mayhoub said in a televised statement on yesterday that the capture of the Abu Zuhour air base in Idlib province was "a blow" to the insurgents who had controlled the base since 2015. (more...)
Do Shares Price Show Moderate Volatility? Johnson Controls International plc (JCI)
- January 23, 2018
Altfest L J & reported 6,252 shares. Finally, Oppenheimer reissued a "buy" rating and issued a $45.00 price target (down previously from $50.00) on shares of Johnson Controls International plc Ordinary Share in a report on Friday, November 10th. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Altfest L J & reported 6,252 shares. Finally, Oppenheimer reissued a "buy" rating and issued a $45.00 price target (down previously from $50.00) on shares of Johnson Controls International plc Ordinary Share in a report on Friday, November 10th. (more...)
BJP men pelt stones, clash with cops; Odisha bandh tomorrow
- January 23, 2018
Tension prevailed at Kunduli under Pottangi police station limits throughout the day. They blocked the NH27 along with the body. The Congress will hold a state-wide 12-hour bandh tomorrow holding the Naveen Patnaik government "solely responsible" for the tragedy, said state Congress president Prasad Harichandan, who joined the party demonstrators in Kunduli. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Tension prevailed at Kunduli under Pottangi police station limits throughout the day. They blocked the NH27 along with the body. The Congress will hold a state-wide 12-hour bandh tomorrow holding the Naveen Patnaik government "solely responsible" for the tragedy, said state Congress president Prasad Harichandan, who joined the party demonstrators in Kunduli. (more...)
No Deal Reached, as Moderates Search for Shutdown Solution
- January 23, 2018
While majority declined to take shots at their leaders, they clearly weren't happy with the sudden about-face, warning not to trust McConnell's promises. Senator Lindsey Graham took to the floor Wednesday to deliver a message to the president, "What I saw Tuesday was a man that understood what America was all about", he said. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
While majority declined to take shots at their leaders, they clearly weren't happy with the sudden about-face, warning not to trust McConnell's promises. Senator Lindsey Graham took to the floor Wednesday to deliver a message to the president, "What I saw Tuesday was a man that understood what America was all about", he said. (more...)
European Union updates list of non-cooperative jurisdictions in taxation matters
- January 23, 2018
The EU calls its listing process beneficial as it "prompted countries to improve their tax systems, in line with worldwide standards", with many countries closely cooperating with the bloc and making "firm commitments to fix problems identified in their tax systems", whereas many others "actually improved their standards immediately, in response to the EU listing exercise". (more...)
- January 23, 2018
The EU calls its listing process beneficial as it "prompted countries to improve their tax systems, in line with worldwide standards", with many countries closely cooperating with the bloc and making "firm commitments to fix problems identified in their tax systems", whereas many others "actually improved their standards immediately, in response to the EU listing exercise". (more...)
US Senate votes to end government shutdown
- January 23, 2018
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's pledge to take up immigration proposals cleared the way for a temporary spending bill funding the government through February 8. But Democratic leaders, anxious about being blamed for the disruptive shutdown that resulted, relented in the end and accepted a pledge by Republicans to hold a debate later over the fate of the Dreamers and related immigration issues. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's pledge to take up immigration proposals cleared the way for a temporary spending bill funding the government through February 8. But Democratic leaders, anxious about being blamed for the disruptive shutdown that resulted, relented in the end and accepted a pledge by Republicans to hold a debate later over the fate of the Dreamers and related immigration issues. (more...)
Tornado And Winds Damage Buildings And Cut Power in Arkansas
- January 23, 2018
The Storm Prediction Center says a water plant was reported damaged by powerful winds in the western Arkansas town of Huntington in Sebastian County. "We have a damage survey team on the way now", meteorologist Thomas Winesett said. The tornado's path was about a half mile long, and several trees had their tops twisted off, according to the NWS. There are reports of downed power lines and trees along Highway 82 as well as roof damage to multiple homes and structures. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
The Storm Prediction Center says a water plant was reported damaged by powerful winds in the western Arkansas town of Huntington in Sebastian County. "We have a damage survey team on the way now", meteorologist Thomas Winesett said. The tornado's path was about a half mile long, and several trees had their tops twisted off, according to the NWS. There are reports of downed power lines and trees along Highway 82 as well as roof damage to multiple homes and structures. (more...)
Prosecutors want 21 months in prison for Rand Paul's attacker
- January 23, 2018
Instead, it had to do with a property dispute that boiled over, it said. He has signed a plea agreement, which states that Boucher will make restitution of some sort to Paul . Baker said Friday the attack was "completely, 100 percent out of character" for Boucher. "Dr. Boucher is very meticulous about that. Sen". Boucher could face up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000, according to the Assistant U.S. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Instead, it had to do with a property dispute that boiled over, it said. He has signed a plea agreement, which states that Boucher will make restitution of some sort to Paul . Baker said Friday the attack was "completely, 100 percent out of character" for Boucher. "Dr. Boucher is very meticulous about that. Sen". Boucher could face up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000, according to the Assistant U.S. (more...)
Comparable Company Analysis: SunPower Corporation (SPWR), Crown Castle International Corp. (REIT) (CCI)
- January 23, 2018
Fairview Capital Investment Management Llc sold 12,562 shares as the company's stock rose 11.44% with the market. The company saw 2.87 million shares trade hands over the course of the day. Roundview Ltd Liability Co has invested 0.08% of its portfolio in Crown Castle International Corp. Qs Ltd Liability holds 128,306 shares or 0.1% of its portfolio. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Fairview Capital Investment Management Llc sold 12,562 shares as the company's stock rose 11.44% with the market. The company saw 2.87 million shares trade hands over the course of the day. Roundview Ltd Liability Co has invested 0.08% of its portfolio in Crown Castle International Corp. Qs Ltd Liability holds 128,306 shares or 0.1% of its portfolio. (more...)
Colin Kaepernick, Snoop Dogg donate $35K to Dallas' Mothers Against Police Brutality
- January 23, 2018
Thank you, Uncle Snoop for everything that you have done, and have yet to do, in entertainment as well as the community. Go to https://t.co/xr8M9wiOiq ! The money will be used for the organization's legal defense fund, and a day of workshops, according to WFAA. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Thank you, Uncle Snoop for everything that you have done, and have yet to do, in entertainment as well as the community. Go to https://t.co/xr8M9wiOiq ! The money will be used for the organization's legal defense fund, and a day of workshops, according to WFAA. (more...)
Trump Thanks Jim Acosta for Admitting Dems 'Gambled and Lost'
- January 23, 2018
Acosta has frequently sparred with White House officials, sometimes talking over officials in press briefings, and has become a favorite target of Trump, who often criticizes the media. The government shutdown came to a close after a solid 69 hours on Monday, after Trump signed a bill to fund the government through February 8. The deal passed the House easily, with almost every Republican voting for it and about a third of House Democrats, following a breakthrough in the Senate. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Acosta has frequently sparred with White House officials, sometimes talking over officials in press briefings, and has become a favorite target of Trump, who often criticizes the media. The government shutdown came to a close after a solid 69 hours on Monday, after Trump signed a bill to fund the government through February 8. The deal passed the House easily, with almost every Republican voting for it and about a third of House Democrats, following a breakthrough in the Senate. (more...)
Teen sexualisation made Natalie Portman rethink movie roles
- January 23, 2018
Natalie Portman is all too familiar with sexual harassment. City officials had put the size of the crowd at between 200,000 and 300,000, or about the same as the 2017 rally, according to Fawzia Mirza, one of the emcees. "Everything is at stake", she told her audience. The women who don't have the money, and who don't have the constitution, and who don't have the confidence, and who don't have the images in our media that gives them a sense of self-worth enough to break their silence ... (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Natalie Portman is all too familiar with sexual harassment. City officials had put the size of the crowd at between 200,000 and 300,000, or about the same as the 2017 rally, according to Fawzia Mirza, one of the emcees. "Everything is at stake", she told her audience. The women who don't have the money, and who don't have the constitution, and who don't have the confidence, and who don't have the images in our media that gives them a sense of self-worth enough to break their silence ... (more...)
Here's A Leaked Draft Of Trump's Infrastructure Plan
- January 23, 2018
President Donald Trump seems close to addressing one of his biggest campaign promises, with the news website Axios on Monday publishing what it said was a leaked draft document detailing the White House's infrastructure plans. The principles for improvements offer some insight into the administration's thinking around infrastructure. "We are not going to comment on the contents of a leaked document but look forward to presenting our plan in the near future", White House spokeswoman ... (more...)
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- January 23, 2018
President Donald Trump seems close to addressing one of his biggest campaign promises, with the news website Axios on Monday publishing what it said was a leaked draft document detailing the White House's infrastructure plans. The principles for improvements offer some insight into the administration's thinking around infrastructure. "We are not going to comment on the contents of a leaked document but look forward to presenting our plan in the near future", White House spokeswoman ... (more...)
Weekend Weather: Cloudy Saturday, Rain Sunday?
- January 23, 2018
Chance of rain and a possible overnight thunderstorm expected for Long Island on Monday , Jan. 22, 2018 with high temps in the upper 40s, forecasters said. South winds pick up at 10 to 15 miles per hour with gusts up to 25 miles per hour. Tuesday night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 20. This evening will be mostly cloudy, with a low around 41, according to the National Weather Service . (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Chance of rain and a possible overnight thunderstorm expected for Long Island on Monday , Jan. 22, 2018 with high temps in the upper 40s, forecasters said. South winds pick up at 10 to 15 miles per hour with gusts up to 25 miles per hour. Tuesday night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 20. This evening will be mostly cloudy, with a low around 41, according to the National Weather Service . (more...)
Kate Middleton 'would love' to have her third child at home
- January 23, 2018
In fact, the Queen herself welcomed each of her sons - Charles, Andrew, and Edward - at Buckingham Palace and gave birth to her daughter, Anne, at Clarence House. The website aims to build on the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry's Heads Together campaign, which a year ago encouraged people to speak about their mental health problems or provide a sympathetic ear for someone with issues. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
In fact, the Queen herself welcomed each of her sons - Charles, Andrew, and Edward - at Buckingham Palace and gave birth to her daughter, Anne, at Clarence House. The website aims to build on the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry's Heads Together campaign, which a year ago encouraged people to speak about their mental health problems or provide a sympathetic ear for someone with issues. (more...)
In Women's March finale, Las Vegas rally kicks off voter drive
- January 23, 2018
The number of rally participants worldwide was lower than the millions who took to the streets a year ago, but the "resistance" against Trump still drew hundreds of thousands. She said she herself had been sexualized and seen her ability to make choices about her body taken from her. Leila, thank you for joining us. The Los Angeles march was powered by the fiery speeches of Natalie Portman, Scarlett Johansson, Alfre Woodard, Viola Davis , Eva Longoria and Olivia Munn. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
The number of rally participants worldwide was lower than the millions who took to the streets a year ago, but the "resistance" against Trump still drew hundreds of thousands. She said she herself had been sexualized and seen her ability to make choices about her body taken from her. Leila, thank you for joining us. The Los Angeles march was powered by the fiery speeches of Natalie Portman, Scarlett Johansson, Alfre Woodard, Viola Davis , Eva Longoria and Olivia Munn. (more...)
Sri Lanka restrict Zimbabwe to 198
- January 23, 2018
Things went from bad to worse for Zimbabwe when Sikandar Raza was dismissed by Lakshan Sandakan for nine runs. In the 16th over, Zimbabwe were 4 down for 73 but a couple of missed opportunities helped Brendon Taylor and Malcolm Waller rebuild in the middle overs. (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Things went from bad to worse for Zimbabwe when Sikandar Raza was dismissed by Lakshan Sandakan for nine runs. In the 16th over, Zimbabwe were 4 down for 73 but a couple of missed opportunities helped Brendon Taylor and Malcolm Waller rebuild in the middle overs. (more...)
Army Identifies Soldiers Killed in Apache Helicopter Crash
- January 23, 2018
The fatal accident occurred hours after the USA government shutdown and it marked the first known deadly crash for the U.S. military in 2018. "They were selfless, mission-focused, and committed to their teammates". The cause of the accident is now under investigation. Our heartfelt prayers and condolences go out to Clayton's and Kevin's families. But Fisher House Foundation, which provides housing and transportation to families of wounded servicemembers, said it would provide the benefit as ... (more...)
- January 23, 2018
The fatal accident occurred hours after the USA government shutdown and it marked the first known deadly crash for the U.S. military in 2018. "They were selfless, mission-focused, and committed to their teammates". The cause of the accident is now under investigation. Our heartfelt prayers and condolences go out to Clayton's and Kevin's families. But Fisher House Foundation, which provides housing and transportation to families of wounded servicemembers, said it would provide the benefit as ... (more...)
AG Sessions interviewed by Mueller in Russian Federation probe
- January 23, 2018
Back in March, Sessions recused himself from the Russia investigation after he failed to disclose meetings with the Russian ambassador during his confirmation hearing. Former FBI Director Mueller was then appointed to take over the probe. Several days later, Trump rejected the offer. Also, Axios reports this morning : "Attorney General Jeff Sessions - at the public urging of President Donald Trump - has been pressuring FBI Director Christopher Wray to fire Deputy Director Andrew McCabe, ... (more...)
- January 23, 2018
Back in March, Sessions recused himself from the Russia investigation after he failed to disclose meetings with the Russian ambassador during his confirmation hearing. Former FBI Director Mueller was then appointed to take over the probe. Several days later, Trump rejected the offer. Also, Axios reports this morning : "Attorney General Jeff Sessions - at the public urging of President Donald Trump - has been pressuring FBI Director Christopher Wray to fire Deputy Director Andrew McCabe, ... (more...)
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