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Democracy in Maldives under 'all-out assault': United Nations rights chief warns
- February 08, 2018
Since coming to power, Yameen has rolled back nascent democratic reforms, systematically sidelined political opponents, stifled protests and closed independent media outlets with the help of an often pliant parliament and judiciary. The political crisis in Maldives began to unfold on Friday after the country's Supreme Court ruled that the trial of the Mr. Nasheed was unconstitutional. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
Since coming to power, Yameen has rolled back nascent democratic reforms, systematically sidelined political opponents, stifled protests and closed independent media outlets with the help of an often pliant parliament and judiciary. The political crisis in Maldives began to unfold on Friday after the country's Supreme Court ruled that the trial of the Mr. Nasheed was unconstitutional. (more...)
Bermuda becomes the first country to repeal same-sex marriage
- February 08, 2018
Rankin came under heavy pressure from conservatives on the island who oppose same-sex marriage, as well as from European courts, which have ruled that European nations, and territories under their rule, must ensure some form of legal protection for same-sex couples, even if there is an existing ban on same-sex marriage. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
Rankin came under heavy pressure from conservatives on the island who oppose same-sex marriage, as well as from European courts, which have ruled that European nations, and territories under their rule, must ensure some form of legal protection for same-sex couples, even if there is an existing ban on same-sex marriage. (more...)
Giants Super Bowls ranked among top 5 all-time by NFL.com
- February 08, 2018
OK? Doug, you and the Eagles are National Football League champions. The result was in doubt until Scott Norwood missed a last-second field-goal attempt from 47 yards away. "Sit down the next couple of weeks and see where I am at". CBS Local Sports: New England had defensive issues throughout the game. Consider that at the time, the Eagles held a slim three-point lead on New England. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
OK? Doug, you and the Eagles are National Football League champions. The result was in doubt until Scott Norwood missed a last-second field-goal attempt from 47 yards away. "Sit down the next couple of weeks and see where I am at". CBS Local Sports: New England had defensive issues throughout the game. Consider that at the time, the Eagles held a slim three-point lead on New England. (more...)
Srinagar hospital attack: 4 arrested for helping Pakistani militant escape
- February 08, 2018
Seven of the ten arrested persons have been identified as Shakeel Bhat of Lelhar, Tika Khan of Singo Narbal, Jan Mohammed Ganie of Krisigam, Javid Rather, his brother Manzoor Rather of Bebgambagh, Shakeel Wani of Singoo Narbal and Syed Tajamul of Pahoo. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
Seven of the ten arrested persons have been identified as Shakeel Bhat of Lelhar, Tika Khan of Singo Narbal, Jan Mohammed Ganie of Krisigam, Javid Rather, his brother Manzoor Rather of Bebgambagh, Shakeel Wani of Singoo Narbal and Syed Tajamul of Pahoo. (more...)
The Senate releases 'Memo 2.0,' and it should scare you — SEAN HANNITY
- February 08, 2018
In other words, Steele's Trump-Russia dossier not only informed Clinton's campaign against Trump , it was also informed by it, making for a bit of circular logic. "We have no means of verifying the sources or the information but note some of their own is remarkably similar to our own, albeit from a completely different sourcing chain", he wrote, according to people familiar with Steele's message. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
In other words, Steele's Trump-Russia dossier not only informed Clinton's campaign against Trump , it was also informed by it, making for a bit of circular logic. "We have no means of verifying the sources or the information but note some of their own is remarkably similar to our own, albeit from a completely different sourcing chain", he wrote, according to people familiar with Steele's message. (more...)
No evidence that Border Patrol agent was attacked before death in Texas
- February 08, 2018
The FBI had identified two persons of interest, but through forensic analysis, both have been determined not to have had anything to do with the death of Agent Martinez and the injuries to his partner. Angie Ochoa, who was engaged to Mr. Martinez, said on Wednesday that she first learned of the autopsy results in a meeting with law enforcement officials two weeks ago, and was anxious that investigators would move on from the case, even though the report was inconclusive. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
The FBI had identified two persons of interest, but through forensic analysis, both have been determined not to have had anything to do with the death of Agent Martinez and the injuries to his partner. Angie Ochoa, who was engaged to Mr. Martinez, said on Wednesday that she first learned of the autopsy results in a meeting with law enforcement officials two weeks ago, and was anxious that investigators would move on from the case, even though the report was inconclusive. (more...)
Gisele's Super Bowl lesson: Did Patriots really 'let' Eagles win?
- February 08, 2018
LeGarrette Blount (90 yards, TD) and Chris Long (two QB hits) were major contributors in becoming the first players to win a Super Bowl with one team and then defeat that team in the Super Bowl the following season. He is to make $7 million next season, including a $4 million salary and a $3 million roster bonus, and he is to count $7.6 million against the Eagles' salary cap. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
LeGarrette Blount (90 yards, TD) and Chris Long (two QB hits) were major contributors in becoming the first players to win a Super Bowl with one team and then defeat that team in the Super Bowl the following season. He is to make $7 million next season, including a $4 million salary and a $3 million roster bonus, and he is to count $7.6 million against the Eagles' salary cap. (more...)
No Brexit deal 'would hit NI economic system by 12%'
- February 08, 2018
The SNP's Stephen Gethins asked her: "The Scottish Government analysis has shown that a "no deal" scenario could cost Scotland up to 8.5% of GDP. And is this too high a price to pay to stop a Tory civil war breaking out?" The figures for Scotland in all three scenarios are worse than for the United Kingdom as a whole, which was predicted to have 8% lower GDP with no deal, 5% lower if the United Kingdom negotiated a free trade deal, and 2% lower if it adheres to the rules of the single market. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
The SNP's Stephen Gethins asked her: "The Scottish Government analysis has shown that a "no deal" scenario could cost Scotland up to 8.5% of GDP. And is this too high a price to pay to stop a Tory civil war breaking out?" The figures for Scotland in all three scenarios are worse than for the United Kingdom as a whole, which was predicted to have 8% lower GDP with no deal, 5% lower if the United Kingdom negotiated a free trade deal, and 2% lower if it adheres to the rules of the single market. (more...)
Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia Gets five years in jail for corruption
- February 08, 2018
The BNP had dismissed the charge as politically motivated. Her son, who is in exile in London, was convicted of money laundering in 2016. Authorities have for days been on high alert for protests in the tense city, where political demonstrations by Zia's centre-right BNP and its Islamist allies in 2014 and 2015 left almost 200 people dead. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
The BNP had dismissed the charge as politically motivated. Her son, who is in exile in London, was convicted of money laundering in 2016. Authorities have for days been on high alert for protests in the tense city, where political demonstrations by Zia's centre-right BNP and its Islamist allies in 2014 and 2015 left almost 200 people dead. (more...)
Syrian Airstrikes Kill Dozens of Civilians, Many Children, in Damascus Suburb
- February 08, 2018
In January alone, 211 civilians were killed and 1,447 wounded. The Syrian government has repeatedly accused Israel of attacking military sites on its soil. Funk says American forces are in Manbij to support their Syrian Kurdish allies and deescalate tensions after Turkey's incursion in northern Syria. They have taken refuge in the north of the province in one of the biggest displacements of the war so far, Moumtzis said. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
In January alone, 211 civilians were killed and 1,447 wounded. The Syrian government has repeatedly accused Israel of attacking military sites on its soil. Funk says American forces are in Manbij to support their Syrian Kurdish allies and deescalate tensions after Turkey's incursion in northern Syria. They have taken refuge in the north of the province in one of the biggest displacements of the war so far, Moumtzis said. (more...)
Freezing rain, snow makes for tricky commute around state
- February 08, 2018
In most areas, after switching to sleet and freezing rain for some time, snow could return in the evening. The days on end of snow in Northeast Ohio aren't over yet this weekend, as waves of fronts and low-pressure centers will return snow chances Friday through Sunday . (more...)
- February 08, 2018
In most areas, after switching to sleet and freezing rain for some time, snow could return in the evening. The days on end of snow in Northeast Ohio aren't over yet this weekend, as waves of fronts and low-pressure centers will return snow chances Friday through Sunday . (more...)
Modi Speech In Parliament: About AP, TDP, NTR!
- February 08, 2018
He said that India did not get democracy because of Nehru, as the Congress wanted the nation to believe. "This is the same party that divided India ". On the farm sector, the prime minister said that people are making politics over the plight of farmers. The Congress president kept the attacks coming on Twitter too, accusing PM Modi of misleading the country, trying to cover up his failures and skipping issues that concern the public. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
He said that India did not get democracy because of Nehru, as the Congress wanted the nation to believe. "This is the same party that divided India ". On the farm sector, the prime minister said that people are making politics over the plight of farmers. The Congress president kept the attacks coming on Twitter too, accusing PM Modi of misleading the country, trying to cover up his failures and skipping issues that concern the public. (more...)
Winter Olympics 2018: How sanctions affect hockey
- February 08, 2018
By including Kim Jong Un's sister in the Winter Olympics delegation, North Korea set out to irritate the United States, which has sent its own delegation to the event led by Vice President Mike Pence . Kim Yo Jong was promoted by her brother a year ago to a new post in the regime's ruling party that analysts said showed she is more than a mere figurehead. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
By including Kim Jong Un's sister in the Winter Olympics delegation, North Korea set out to irritate the United States, which has sent its own delegation to the event led by Vice President Mike Pence . Kim Yo Jong was promoted by her brother a year ago to a new post in the regime's ruling party that analysts said showed she is more than a mere figurehead. (more...)
North Korea Comes to the Olympics
- February 08, 2018
Yo-jong previously served in the ruling Worker's Party propaganda department, but it was reported she was sacked from her role in October 2015. Ceremonial leader Kim Yong-nam, leader of North Korea's parliament, will lead the group on a visit that some world leaders hope marks improved relations. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
Yo-jong previously served in the ruling Worker's Party propaganda department, but it was reported she was sacked from her role in October 2015. Ceremonial leader Kim Yong-nam, leader of North Korea's parliament, will lead the group on a visit that some world leaders hope marks improved relations. (more...)
Man dismembered body at Pasadena restaurant, took Metro, then burned remains
- February 08, 2018
A Pasadena man was charged today with killing a person whose burned remains were found last week in Cypress Park, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office announced. Police say the murder occurred inside an abandoned restaurant in Pasadena. Gutierrez has convictions for burglary, sexual battery, domestic violence, robbery, possession of a deadly weapon, narcotics and negligent discharge of a firearm. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
A Pasadena man was charged today with killing a person whose burned remains were found last week in Cypress Park, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office announced. Police say the murder occurred inside an abandoned restaurant in Pasadena. Gutierrez has convictions for burglary, sexual battery, domestic violence, robbery, possession of a deadly weapon, narcotics and negligent discharge of a firearm. (more...)
UNC Takes Shot at NC State before Showdown with Duke
- February 08, 2018
The Tar Heels are playing more like a traditional Mike Krzyzewski Duke team, and the Blue Devils are playing more like a traditional Roy Williams North Carolina team. "We're obviously going to have to defend them inside a little better and box them out a little harder". Especially with a team that lost a bunch of big players, North Carolina can't have been expected to be flawless this year. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
The Tar Heels are playing more like a traditional Mike Krzyzewski Duke team, and the Blue Devils are playing more like a traditional Roy Williams North Carolina team. "We're obviously going to have to defend them inside a little better and box them out a little harder". Especially with a team that lost a bunch of big players, North Carolina can't have been expected to be flawless this year. (more...)
Syrian gov't likely uses chlorine gas in rebel-held zones: French FM
- February 08, 2018
French foreign minister Jean-Yves Le Drian on Wednesday told BFM TV that his government insists that all the Iranian proxies fighting on the side of the Assad regime in Syria, including Hezbollah, must leave. Tensions between Iran and France have increased since the end of 2017 after French President Emmanuel Macron had said that Tehran should be "less aggressive" in the region and clarify its ballistic missile program. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
French foreign minister Jean-Yves Le Drian on Wednesday told BFM TV that his government insists that all the Iranian proxies fighting on the side of the Assad regime in Syria, including Hezbollah, must leave. Tensions between Iran and France have increased since the end of 2017 after French President Emmanuel Macron had said that Tehran should be "less aggressive" in the region and clarify its ballistic missile program. (more...)
Maldives SC cancels its earlier decision to release opposition leaders
- February 08, 2018
This was exacerbated by the advent of Saudi influenced Salafist NGOs and the inevitable formation of a shadowy parallel government or an alternative "deep state", so as to speak. After the 2004 tsunami, the Maldives suffered crippling infrastructural losses and heralding the arrival of the NGOs. Nasheed said after last week's ruling that he would mount a fresh challenge for the presidency later this year. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
This was exacerbated by the advent of Saudi influenced Salafist NGOs and the inevitable formation of a shadowy parallel government or an alternative "deep state", so as to speak. After the 2004 tsunami, the Maldives suffered crippling infrastructural losses and heralding the arrival of the NGOs. Nasheed said after last week's ruling that he would mount a fresh challenge for the presidency later this year. (more...)
Leaked Brexit forecasts predict grim times ahead for the UK
- February 08, 2018
The SNP government's January report found that a no-deal Brexit would cost the Scottish economy nearly £13bn a year by 2030. The figures are remarkably similar to those produced by the Scottish government last month - which were dismissed at the time as "completely over-the-top scaremongering" by the Scottish Conservatives. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
The SNP government's January report found that a no-deal Brexit would cost the Scottish economy nearly £13bn a year by 2030. The figures are remarkably similar to those produced by the Scottish government last month - which were dismissed at the time as "completely over-the-top scaremongering" by the Scottish Conservatives. (more...)
House Intel Committee Votes to Release Dems' Rebuttal Memo
- February 08, 2018
The memo, released later that day, alleges that Justice Department and Federal Bureau of Investigation officials did not disclose certain background information when seeking a Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act warrant to monitor Carter Page , an adviser to Trump's 2016 presidential campaign. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
The memo, released later that day, alleges that Justice Department and Federal Bureau of Investigation officials did not disclose certain background information when seeking a Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act warrant to monitor Carter Page , an adviser to Trump's 2016 presidential campaign. (more...)
Georgia flips Lee County's Otis Reese from MI
- February 08, 2018
It was a double-whammy for MI. Less than an hour before Reese's decision, MI also lost the battle for the nation's top offensive tackle, Nicholas Petit-Frere. In addition to landing Reese and Campbell, the Bulldogs reportedly got assistant coach Scott Fountain back on its staff. Reese ranks as the nation's No. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
It was a double-whammy for MI. Less than an hour before Reese's decision, MI also lost the battle for the nation's top offensive tackle, Nicholas Petit-Frere. In addition to landing Reese and Campbell, the Bulldogs reportedly got assistant coach Scott Fountain back on its staff. Reese ranks as the nation's No. (more...)
Richardson Police Officer, Civilian Shot At Apartment Complex
- February 08, 2018
The shooting was reported around 7 p.m.as an officer was responding to a report of a man screaming, KXAS said. He was rushed to a hospital in Plano, where he was pronounced dead. Police labeled the scene as an active shooter situation and urged residents to avoid the area. Stay with WBAP on-air, online, and on social media for the latest updates on this developing story. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
The shooting was reported around 7 p.m.as an officer was responding to a report of a man screaming, KXAS said. He was rushed to a hospital in Plano, where he was pronounced dead. Police labeled the scene as an active shooter situation and urged residents to avoid the area. Stay with WBAP on-air, online, and on social media for the latest updates on this developing story. (more...)
A 2-Year-Old Girl's Eyebrows Were Waxed at Daycare, Mother Says
- February 08, 2018
In addition, the Washington State Department of Early Learning is investigating the report, which included a site visit on Monday. "If they want to go round and round, that's fine". The Boys & Girls Club takes these allegations seriously and will work to support the investigation process. Another mother from the same center, Glenda Maria Cruz , also posted that her son's eyebrows were waxed on the same day. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
In addition, the Washington State Department of Early Learning is investigating the report, which included a site visit on Monday. "If they want to go round and round, that's fine". The Boys & Girls Club takes these allegations seriously and will work to support the investigation process. Another mother from the same center, Glenda Maria Cruz , also posted that her son's eyebrows were waxed on the same day. (more...)
OR senator groped ladies at Capitol
- February 08, 2018
Documents reveal Kruse was warned about his behavior in March of 2016. The findings of Dian Rubanoff, the investigator and an employment law attorney, were released Tuesday. The four-member Senate Committee on Conduct, chaired by Sen. Mark Hass, D-Beaverton, Bill Hansell, R-Athena, James Manning Jr., D-Eugene, and Kim Thatcher, R-Keizer. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
Documents reveal Kruse was warned about his behavior in March of 2016. The findings of Dian Rubanoff, the investigator and an employment law attorney, were released Tuesday. The four-member Senate Committee on Conduct, chaired by Sen. Mark Hass, D-Beaverton, Bill Hansell, R-Athena, James Manning Jr., D-Eugene, and Kim Thatcher, R-Keizer. (more...)
Pence Pledges Vigilance, Resolve Against North Korea Threats
- February 08, 2018
On this approach, the US and Japan have stayed in lockstep. "The vice president will be there with Mr. Warmbier at the opening ceremony.to remind the world of the atrocities that happen in North Korea", a White House official said on Monday. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
On this approach, the US and Japan have stayed in lockstep. "The vice president will be there with Mr. Warmbier at the opening ceremony.to remind the world of the atrocities that happen in North Korea", a White House official said on Monday. (more...)
Steele wrote memo based on information fed through Clinton campaign - released documents
- February 08, 2018
Steele lied to the Federal Bureau of Investigation or the British court, or that the classified [FBI] documents reviewed by the committee contain materially false statements", states the letter. Steele was hired by private firm Fusion GPS in June 2016 to gather information on alleged links between Trump and Russian Federation. Politics aside, Congress is prying loose - and making public - highly secretive information about how the government uses its surveillance powers. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
Steele lied to the Federal Bureau of Investigation or the British court, or that the classified [FBI] documents reviewed by the committee contain materially false statements", states the letter. Steele was hired by private firm Fusion GPS in June 2016 to gather information on alleged links between Trump and Russian Federation. Politics aside, Congress is prying loose - and making public - highly secretive information about how the government uses its surveillance powers. (more...)
India overpower Proteas in 3rd ODI
- February 08, 2018
Kohli made 160 not out from 159 balls as India , who had been put into bat, posted 6-303 in their 50 overs, before restricting their hosts to 179 all out to take a 3-0 lead in the series. Kohli hit 12 fours and two sixes in this one, finishing the innings with a big six over midwicket and a thumping four down the ground from the final two balls. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
Kohli made 160 not out from 159 balls as India , who had been put into bat, posted 6-303 in their 50 overs, before restricting their hosts to 179 all out to take a 3-0 lead in the series. Kohli hit 12 fours and two sixes in this one, finishing the innings with a big six over midwicket and a thumping four down the ground from the final two balls. (more...)
Airstrikes pound rebel region of Syria; 55 dead
- February 08, 2018
Both eastern Ghouta and Idlib province were named as de-escalation zones in a deal brokered in September previous year between Russia , Turkey and Iran . The deal was supposed to reduce violence in these areas and allow humanitarian access, with an eye on a permanent ceasefire. United Nations human rights experts are investigating reports of alleged chlorine bomb attacks on civilians in two Syrian towns, officials said Tuesday. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
Both eastern Ghouta and Idlib province were named as de-escalation zones in a deal brokered in September previous year between Russia , Turkey and Iran . The deal was supposed to reduce violence in these areas and allow humanitarian access, with an eye on a permanent ceasefire. United Nations human rights experts are investigating reports of alleged chlorine bomb attacks on civilians in two Syrian towns, officials said Tuesday. (more...)
Covered California reports ending open enrollment with strong numbers
- February 08, 2018
More than 50,000 people selected an insurance plan through Covered California during the last three days of open enrollment. Covered California's Gold plans generally have higher premiums but pay 80 percent of consumers' health care costs when they access care. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
More than 50,000 people selected an insurance plan through Covered California during the last three days of open enrollment. Covered California's Gold plans generally have higher premiums but pay 80 percent of consumers' health care costs when they access care. (more...)
Maldives president accuses judges of plotting to overthrow him
- February 08, 2018
Shukoor read out the declaration shortly after Yameen sent three letters to the judges asking them to reverse their decision. "This is not a state of war, epidemic or natural disaster". Security forces stormed into the court premises and arrested two judges, including the chief justice. The country's former President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom has also been taken into custody. (more...)
- February 08, 2018
Shukoor read out the declaration shortly after Yameen sent three letters to the judges asking them to reverse their decision. "This is not a state of war, epidemic or natural disaster". Security forces stormed into the court premises and arrested two judges, including the chief justice. The country's former President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom has also been taken into custody. (more...)
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