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Police find body in Thames; likely 8th London terror victim

June 15, 2017

Relatives said the 28-year-old was "loved and adored by her family, friends and boyfriend", while colleagues at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital in central London described her as "one in a million". She said she thought he might have gone into hiding because she was aware he knew one of the slain attackers. "Our conscience is clear", Franco Gabrielli, the head of the national police, told reporters while visiting the southern island of Lampedusa.

Philippine bishop: Martial law makes farce of Independence Day

June 15, 2017

Calida, who defended President Rodrigo Duterte's martial law proclamation during the second day of oral arguments, was asked by Supreme Court Associate Justice Mariano Del Castillo why martial law was declared in the entire region of Mindanao.

More funding may be added to GOP health plan

June 15, 2017

We commend you on your stance to repeal these Obamacare taxes and urge any final package accelerate or at least maintain the House-passed tax reductions". Tom Cotton, Alaska Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa, Pat Toomey of Pennsylvania, Ted Cruz of Texas and Mike Lee of Utah. Even Republican senators who were not privy to the drafting process are concerned they are being kept in the dark.

'Half of all city's elderly face abuse in public spaces'

June 15, 2017

The main goal of WEAAD Day is for the prevention of elder abuse as well as to increase society's ability, through global and local collaboration, to recognize and respond to the mistreatment of older people in whatever settings it occurs, so that each individual can achieve an optimal quality of life in keeping with his or her cultural values and tradition.

Egypt and Bahrain keep pressure on Qatar in Gulf crisis

June 15, 2017

But Trump said that he, Tillerson and military leaders had decided during Trump's trip to Saudi Arabia last month that a public rebuke was needed. But the crisis appeared to escalate on Friday as Saudi Arabia released a joint statement listing 59 Qatari entities and individuals, including members of the royal family, as involved in "terrorist" activities .

Trump won't say if tapes of Comey conversations exist

June 15, 2017

Comey stop investigating anyone". While Trump's staunchest supporters have tried to paint Comey's testimony as vindication for the president, few Republicans who don't work for Trump stepped in to defend the president's version of his contacts with Comey.

Rep. Steve Scalise Is in Critical Condition Following Surgery

June 15, 2017

Four victims were wounded in Wednesday's attack, including GOP House Majority Whip Steve Scalise . Also wounded was former congressional aide Matt Mika , who now works for Tyson Foods in its Washington office. Mike Doyle told ABC News . "I heard a loud noise". "I look up and there's a guy with a gun blasting away", he said. He was hit and taken to the hospital where he died from his injuries.

Rep. Steve Scalise shot, others injured at baseball field in Alexandria

June 15, 2017

Local media has identified the shooting suspect as James Hodgkinson of IL. He avoided issuing partisan blame for the attack, which was carried out by an assailant who had expressed anger at President Trump's election and support for Democratic candidates.

Full text of Uber CEO's memo to staff about leave of absence

June 15, 2017

Uber simultaneously released a 13-page document calling for major reforms at the company based on a probe led by former United States attorney general Eric Holder , who investigated allegations of misconduct and ethical lapses. The law firm has made recommendations on how to fix Uber's dysfunctional management. That's a change Uber has already made. In March, Uber president Jeff Jones stepped down from his job , less than a year after being appointed, saying his "beliefs and ...

Teens rescued after 3 days lost in Paris catacombs

June 15, 2017

Searchers and rescue dogs ended up finding the boys Wednesday morning. Authorities have not reported who sounded the alarm about the missing boys or how they got into the catacombs , but the operator of the official museum says he knows of nobody ever getting lost in the public portion of the tunnels.

Hindu Sena celebrates Donald Trump's birthday at New Delhi's Jantar Mantar

June 15, 2017

As per a report by Republic TV, the outfit which calls itself an independent non-profit organisation for Hindu causes, can be seen cutting a cake and posing in front of a huge banner of Trump. There was a 7 kg cake and a few Hindu supporters at Jantar Mantar to take part in the celebrations. "I sincerely hope Donald Trump finds an inner peace and focus that will make his life and America better".

Canada denies it wants G20 to drop mention of Paris climate pact

June 15, 2017

President Donald Trump announced the USA was withdrawing from the Paris accord earlier this month, framing it as a "reassertion of America's sovereignty". And that's where things get interesting - will the United States abstain on climate change again, but this time not with Pruitt on stage but rather with President Trump there? The world faces major challenges on a number of fronts, not just climate change, but also issues such as growing socio-economic inequality.

Led coalition strikes pro-Assad forces in Syria

June 15, 2017

The SDF began its efforts to take Raqqa in November 2016 by seizing control of areas surrounding the city. The fight to recapture the ISIS stronghold is expected to last months and to be extremely hard in nature as the war-torn country attempts to wrestle away the vital grounds.

Turnbull roast the life out of Trump with A+ 'The Donald' impersonation

June 15, 2017

Starting with a reference to his meeting with Mr Trump in NY last month, he said: "It was lovely". "It was attractive. It was the most lovely putting-me-at-ease ever", he said. "Did you know that?" "We are winning in the real polls". An Australian journalist later broadcast the recording saying because he had not been at the event, he was not bound by the confidentiality rule.

Jury to hear Bill Cosby's testimony about quaaludes and sex

June 15, 2017

Prior to the recitation of the deposition, Cheltenham Township Sgt. Richard Schaffer testified that, in a 2005 interview after Constand reported the incident, Cosby kissed and fondled Constand on the couch. Mr Cosby is not expected to testify at the trial, so the deposition is one of the only opportunities the jury will have to hear about the incident in his voice.

Wenger to target title after signing new two-year deal with Arsenal

June 15, 2017

The club said in a statement that Wenger had been working on a "full review" of the club's activities alongside chief executive Ivan Gazidis. The Arsenal legend, who who made 564 appearances for the club and won eight major trophies, told talkSPORT: "They have got to tighten it up at the back".

Virginia shooting: Republican House Whip Steve Scalise 'critical'

June 15, 2017

MedStar Washington said in a tweet Wednesday afternoon that Scalise "was critically injured and remains in critical condition". "I hear Steve Scalise over near second base scream". Trump, who announced the gunman's death, called for unity. The House's top Democrat, Nancy Pelosi, echoed Ryan's message. The shooting began around 7 a.m.

Iran qualifies for 2018 World Cup after beating Uzbekistan

June 15, 2017

The friendly match will be played on October 10, Iran coach Carlos Queiroz was quoted as saying by the state TV on Tuesday. Second-placed South Korea, however, failed to extend their cushion on Uzbekistan and Syria, losing 3-2 in Qatar. Ashkan Kasraeian drove with his wife and friends to be part of the celebrations. " I want to thank all the fans for their support during the qualification campaign ", Iran midfielder Alireza Jahanbakhsh said after the game.

Trump flatly denies Comey accusations, willing to respond under oath

June 15, 2017

Comey also stirred fresh questions about the conduct of Sessions' predecessor as attorney general, Loretta Lynch. Comey's testimony added fuel to critics' accusations that Trump's actions around the Russian Federation probe might have amounted to obstruction of justice.

Reports say Mueller probe now examining possible obstruction

June 15, 2017

Attorney General Jeff Sessions gave his version Tuesday of parts of former FBI Director James Comey's testimony expressing his concerns about meeting alone with President Trump, while emphatically denying to his former Senate colleagues that he colluded with Russian Federation during the presidential campaign.

Australia police shoot hostage taker dead

June 15, 2017

A former terror suspect with a "long record of violence" took a sex worker hostage in a suburban Australian apartment building Monday, in what police say may have been an attempt to lure law enforcement to a gunfight. Khayre had also served jail sentences for arson and violent crimes which were not related to terrorism. There was no indication the incident was part of a wider plot, Ashton said.

Serbia draw 1-1 with Wales in World Cup qualifier

June 15, 2017

Ramsey showed unbelievable composure and audacity to chip the penalty in a passable imitation of Antonin Panenka's famous effort for Czechoslovakia at the same stadium back in 1976. "I'm pretty sure that he (Ramsey) probably hasn't even seen it", manager Coleman said of the Panenka spot-kick. It's what we thought as soon as he did it.

Trump Visits Lawmaker Recovering From Shooting at Baseball Practice in Virginia

June 15, 2017

Five people were transported from the scene, the city's Police Chief Michael Brown told reporters. The hospital where Rep. Steve Scalise is recovering after being shot says the congressman remains in critical condition and will require several more operations.

Student Released By North Korea Arrives In Ohio

June 15, 2017

He is on medevac flight on his way home. Sadly, he is in a coma and we have been told he has been in that condition since March of 2016. "We expect there will be a detailed description of the release through the diplomatic channel (with the US)", Lee Duk-haeng, spokesman at the Ministry of Unification, said in a press briefing.

Latvia's Ostapenko into French Open semifinals

June 15, 2017

The 19-year-old lost the first five games of the match but clawed her way back to win 4-6 6-2 6-2 and set up a last four encounter with 30th-seeded Swiss Timea Bacsinszky . And to keep things nice and simple the victor of Mladenovic/Bacsinszky will meet the victor of Ostapenko/Wozniacki in the semi-finals, likewise the winners of today's men's quarters.

Trump, first lady make surprise visit to hospital where Scalise being treated

June 15, 2017

Following a shooting Wednesday morning at a Republican baseball practice, Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise is in critical condition.Trying to cope with the tragic shooting, the special session is still underway in the capitol city. "I had to leave at 7:05 to get my kids to school and apparently the shots were at 7:09", he said. An early morning baseball game practice turned bloody Wednesday, when a gunman opened fire at a park outside Washington DC.

Congressional baseball practice shooting: What we know about the

June 15, 2017

Rep. Ralph Abraham, R-La., described Scalise as a great leader who is the go-to person for the state's congressional delegation. "Pray for Steve!" Trump said on Twitter after visiting the hospital on Wednesday night. "We've got to stop the violence". Rep. Jared Huffman, D-Calif., said his team was practicing elsewhere when they heard about the attack. Trump also called for unity .

Twitter shocked that Sasha Obama's real name is something else

June 15, 2017

The teen posed alongside her friends, which include the Real Housewives of Potomac star Charrisse Jackson's daughter Skylar. Looking every inch the attractive young woman she is, Sasha celebrated turning the big 1-6 alongside her family and close friends.

Dramatic video captures sounds of gunfire at congressional baseball practice in Virginia

June 15, 2017

President Trump confirmed during an 11:30 a.m. press conference that Hodgkinson had died. An initial police report lists the gunman's weapon as an M-4 assault rifle, CBS News has learned. "All of a sudden we heard a very loud shot". He said the gunman had "a rifle of some sort. a lot of ammo". "I play shortstop. Steve plays second". "I was looking right at him", Bishop told CBS Detroit radio station WWJ.

A morning's baseball drill becomes an assault on Republicans

June 15, 2017

Barth has since been released from the hospital, the family spokesperson said. Louisiana Congressman Steve Scalise was shot in the hip , according to other lawmakers. "And I look around and behind third base in the third base dugout, I see a rifle ", Brooks said. "Prior to entering surgery, (Scalise) was in good spirits and spoke to his wife by phone", his office said.

Death toll in London tower fire rises to 12

June 15, 2017

The London Fire Brigade said 45 fire engines and 200 firefighters were called to the scene. Once the sun rose, smoke could be seen from miles away. He described a perilous situation: "Only one fire escape to get down, and apparently that caught on fire", he said.

Collusion with Russian Federation a "detestable and appalling lie": Sessions

June 15, 2017

That possibility of a meeting between Kislyak and Sessions at the Mayflower had taken on potentially new meaning last Thursday when Comey said there were a number of reasons Sessions had to recuse himself in the Russian Federation investigation, but that he could only discuss the matter in a closed hearing.

Pakistan joins Shanghai Cooperation Organization as full member

June 15, 2017

Modi said both nations "should enhance cooperation and coordination in worldwide affairs and deal with sensitive issues between the two countries", according to Hua. India and Pakistan have long aspired to become full members of the SCO, with their membership memoranda signed during the 2016 summit in Uzbekistan .

Cattle ban: SC issues notice to Centre on hearing PIL

June 15, 2017

The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Regulation of Livestock Markets) Rules, 2017, issued by the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change, allows only farmland owners to trade at animal markets . The regulation was meant to protect "animals from cruelty and not to regulate the existing trade in cattle for slaughter houses", the ministry said.

'Very Cowardly!': Trump Lashes Out at Comey Over Leaks, Questions Their Legality

June 15, 2017

House and Senate investigators have now fired off requests for both Mr Comey's memos and any recordings the White House kept of his private meetings with President Trump . Days after he fired Mr Comey on 9 May, Mr Trump tweeted: " James Comey better hope that there are no "tapes" of our conversations before he starts leaking to the press!" " Oh you're going to be very disappointed when you hear the answer, don't worry ", he added, .

At least 19 civilians killed in hotel attack in Somalia's capital

June 15, 2017

Extremist group al-Shabaab has said it is behind the attack. When will Congress approve another round of Base Realignment and Closures (BRAC)? Simultaneously, a group of gunmen then bombed the Pizza House , a restaurant near Posh, and clashed with security personnel, he added.

Church bus crashes in Atlanta area; several injured

June 15, 2017

In addition to one fatality, four to five were critically injured, while 10 were said to be "walking wounded". One person was killed and 36 more were transported to the hospital after a church bus overturned in Fulton County on Thursday.

Panama leaks: Nawaz Sharif to appear before JIT today

June 15, 2017

Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif is set to appear on June 15 before a panel investigating allegations against his family's offshore companies and money laundering. The JIT probing the offshore holdings of Prime Minister Sharif and his children has also summoned his younger brother and Punjab Chief Minister Shahbaz Sharif, to appear before it on June 17.

Will Cosby testify at sex assault trial? Lawyers remain mum

June 15, 2017

Andrea Constand , the 44-year-old at the centre of the case, says the alleged incident happened during a visit to his home to seek career advice. "It's amusing, she had selective amnesia for everything I asked her", he said, urging the jury to employ "common sense" in reaching its verdict.

United States opts out of G7 pledge committing to Paris climate accord

June 15, 2017

A 15-page communique released at the end of the two-day ministerial summit made it clear there was a wide gap on the climate stance between U.S. and the other six countries, Xinhua news agency reported . Germany and California agreed Saturday to work together to keep the Paris accords on track and the most populous USA state had its own representative at the Bologna talks.

Panama cuts diplomatic ties with Taiwan, establishes relations with China

June 15, 2017

Taiwan's foreign ministry reacted to the announcement with "anger and regret", retaliating with a statement hours later saying it was also terminating its diplomatic relations with Panama in order to "protect our country's sovereignty and dignity".

Republic of Ireland 1 Austria 1: Walters' late strike salvages vital point

June 15, 2017

In the 87th minute, Ireland even found the net. "It is easy to look at the referee", he said. 9 - Martin O'Neill's run of undefeated home qualifying matches as manager of the Republic continued with the 1-1 draw against Austria . The second half began much better for Ireland and the much needed changes proved pivotal with Darryl Murphy coming on for Stephen Ward , whilst Wes Hoolahan coming on for Harry Arter .

Backed Syrian force attacks IS-held Raqqa

June 15, 2017

The SDF is an alliance of Kurdish and Arab militias backed by the USA -led coalition against Islamic State . The Kurdish-Arab coalition of ground fighters has been slowly tightening the noose around jihadi militants in the northern city for months, assisted by US-led coalition air strikes .

Kremlin critic Navalny jailed, hundreds arrested at anti-Putin protests

June 15, 2017

Navalny was taken to court Monday evening and sentenced to 30 days in jail shortly after midnight for repeated violations of the law on public gatherings. Mr. Navalny called the anti-corruption protests after releasing a film alleging that Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev controls a vast fortune through a network of foundations.

The Sessions Inquisition Comes Up Empty: Trump Unscathed After Attorney General's Testimony

June 15, 2017

Here are the top five things we learned. Sessions recused himself from the Department of Justice Russia investigation in March, but then signed a letter endorsing Comey's firing in May. "I am following the historic policies of the Department of Justice". Marco Rubio, R-Fla., asked Sessions whether Trump records his conversations in the White House.

Special counsel Mueller investigating Trump for obstruction of justice

June 15, 2017

The question of whether Trump committed obstruction of justice has swirled in Washington since last month, when reports surfaced that the president had asked then-FBI Director James Comey in February to drop the bureau's investigation into former national security adviser Michael Flynn.

Police foil new terror plot as they arrest three people planning attack

June 15, 2017

The arrests are not related to last weekend's attack in London , in which seven people were killed on and around London Bridge, according to a statement issued by the Metropolitan Police. Just seconds later a police jeep comes into the shot, with heavily armed officers jumping from the vechicle. Italian officials said suspicions about him were shared with British authorities and his name was listed in the Europe-wide intelligence-sharing system.

Blast in diplomatic area of Afghan capital kills, wounds 50

June 15, 2017

The blast , which shattered windows and blew doors off their hinges in houses hundreds of yards away, was unusually powerful, with some reports saying it was caused by explosives concealed in a water tanker. "For God's sake, what is happening to this country?" said Ghulam Sakhi, a shoemaker whose shop is close to the site of the blast. Gabriel offered his condolences to the guard's family.

Under fire, Sessions denies any Russian collusion

June 15, 2017

In March, Mr. Sessions recused himself from overseeing a Federal Bureau of Investigation probe into ties between the Kremlin and Mr. Trump's presidential election campaign, after The Washington Post revealed two of Mr. It comes a day after lawmakers questioned Justice Department officials about the probe and Mueller's independence. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon). Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein testifies on Capitol Hill in Washington , Tuesday, June 13, 2017 , before a Senate ...

Senate Committee Hearing With Intelligence Chiefs

June 15, 2017

He said the lawmakers will likely try to flesh out Trump's actions. National Security Agency Director Mike Rogers says he's never been asked to do anything illegal or felt pressure to do anything immoral during his three years as head of the intelligence agency.

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