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On yer bike! Deadline for unemployed millennial ordered out of parents' home

June 01, 2018

A 30-year-old U.S. man evicted from his parents' home in a court battle has finally moved out - after calling the police on his dad in a row about Lego. Mr Rotondo told journalists gathered outside the family home on Friday morning that he had called law enforcement because his father would not let him retrieve his eight-year-old son's Lego from the basement.

President Trump To Impose Total Ban On German Luxury Cars

June 01, 2018

He apparently told Macron that he no longer wanted to see Mercedes-Benz cars driving down Fifth Avenue in NY. A spokesperson for the French Embassy declined to comment. Germany's auto industry association VDA says its members exported 657,000 vehicles to North America past year, with total exports of vehicle components, cars, engines, as well as second-hand vehicles totaling 31.2 billion euros in 2016.

Trump again targets Sessions, saying he was the wrong pick

June 01, 2018

The president's remarks are the latest in what his critics see as a prolonged effort to undermine the Justice Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation - and by extension, the special counsel probe into whether the Trump campaign coordinated with Russian Federation to influence the election.

Puerto Rico death toll from Hurricane Maria exceeds 4,600

June 01, 2018

More than 1,500 of those deaths were in Louisiana. According to NPR , the team forewent finding and counting dead bodies for a more informative approach-surveying 3,299 randomly chosen households over the course of three weeks, interviewing citizens about their experiences, and garnering an estimate from there.

As US tariffs go into effect, Europe vows retaliation

June 01, 2018

The Dow sank 200 points on Thursday when Trump confirmed that the steel and aluminum tariffs would hit Canada , Mexico and the EU. When asked about any concerns related to the G7, Trudeau said Canada would "continue to highlight that working together as friends and allies is extremely important for the prosper advertise process prosperity to each of our citizens".

Spain's conservative government falls, Socialist opposition leader takes power

June 01, 2018

Still, the 46-year-old Sanchez, a basketball player in his youth, had never shown the political savvy to challenge Rajoy. Spanish lawmakers on Friday voted to oust Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy , paving the way for the leader of the center-left Socialists, Pedro Sanchez, to take his job.

Spanish PM Rajoy forced out of office

June 01, 2018

He put Spain back onto the path of growth after a devastating economic crisis although unemployment remains sky-high, jobs precarious and many complain inequalities have risen. The former economics professor regained the Socialists' leadership previous year. Mr Sanchez has already committed to respecting a budget passed by Mr Rajoy.

Relief, anger over Russia journalist's staged death

June 01, 2018

Vasyl Gritsak, head of Ukraine's security service, initially appeared at the conference before inviting Mr Babchenko to join him. Arkady Babchenko , a Russian journalist, was supposedly murdered on Tuesday, but his appearance on Wednesday left onlookers baffled.

Theresa May slammed by business leaders on Brexit

June 01, 2018

This must be frictionless as with a customs union . "We want readability and certainty, as a result of time is operating out". In a statement released after Wednesday's meeting, the ERT said: "We appreciate the prime minister's openness to ERT views and were able to express our own views and concerns".

Mariano Rajoy ousted as Spain's prime minister, Pedro Sanchez takes over

June 01, 2018

Historic vote: Rajoy's defeat marks the first time a Spanish premier has lost a no-confidence vote since the transition to democracy in Spain after the death of dictator Francisco Franco in 1975. "The PP has had corrupt people, I acknowledge it but the PP is not a corrupt party", he said, before accusing Sanchez of "opportunism at the service of personal ambition".

In Mexico, another journalist was beaten to death

June 01, 2018

About it reports Reuters . A journalist was found beaten to death on a dirt path in Mexico - becoming the third reporter to be killed in the country in the past two weeks, local prosecutors said. At least six journalists , including Antonio, have been killed in Mexico in 2018. Mexico is one of the most risky countries for journalists . "We will never stop demanding justice ", tweeted Pascal Beltran del Rio , editorial director of Excelsior .

Spain Arrests US-Born Investor Browder on Russian Interpol Warrant

June 01, 2018

Mr. Browder also tweeted a photo from the back of a police auto: "In the back of the Spanish police vehicle going to the station on the Russian arrest warrant". "Once in the police station, they realised it wasn't valid", a police spokesman told AFP. "Moscow should concentrate on bringing those responsible for the murder of Magnitsky to justice", Johnson said in a tweet.

Trump Considering Commutation For Rob Blagojevich, Pardon For Martha Stewart

June 01, 2018

Rod Blagojevich . She never faced criminal insider trading charges for the sale, although she later paid $195,000 to settle civil charges with the Securities and Exchange Commission. "My husband.is serving more time than any other politician for charges that have to do with simply fundraising", Patti Blagojevich said on Fox News.

In symbolic nod to India, US Pacific Command changes name

June 01, 2018

Admiral Philip Davidson was assuming leadership of the command from Admiral Harry Harris, who is President Donald Trump's nominee to be ambassador to South Korea. America's vision for the future of the Pacific region "is shared by most nations in the region, where every state's sovereignty is respected, no matter the size", Mattis said.

Michael Cohen's authorized workforce racing to assessment supplies seized in Federal Bureau of Investigation raids

June 01, 2018

Avenatti has been adamant in court filings that his fight to represent Clifford, and thus to be admitted to practice law in the Southern District of NY on a pro hac vice basis ("for this occasion only"), stems from his duty to protect her interests in any records - including any audio recordings between Cohen and Clifford's former attorney Keith Davidson - that may have been swept up in the Federal Bureau of Investigation raids of Cohen's premises.

EU Resolved to Preserve Iran Nuclear Deal after US Withdrawal: Mogherini

June 01, 2018

Currently, Iran is an SCO observer, although he has always been committed to full membership in this organization. Russian President Vladimir Putin, as well as the leaders of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, were also invited to hold official bilateral meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping during the summit, the foreign ministry said.

US, North Korea to focus on shipping N. Korea warheads overseas

June 01, 2018

While likely substantive, those discussions could be upstaged by any talks between Kim Yong Chol and officials in the United States, said Evans Revere, a former senior diplomat who dealt with North Korea under U.S. The U.S. officials are led by Sung Kim , the U.S. ambassador to Manila, who formerly was the U.S. ambassador to Seoul and a top negotiator with North Korea in past nuclear talks.

Trump to make Memorial Day visit to Arlington National Cemetary

June 01, 2018

We can not imagine the depth of emotion that this day brings each year, the grief renewed, the memories relived, those last lovely moments together cherished and always remembered. It was also an opportunity for living veterans to remember those who didn't return home. Former President George Bush also issued statements that contained nary a mention of the economy or job numbers.

U.N. voices concern over Saudi arrest of women's rights activists

June 01, 2018

Saudi Arabia's decision to crack down on sexual harassment comes as the kingdom has been working to reform its oppressive policies toward women . The incident happened just after the young heir to the throne wrapped up a whirlwind global tour meant to advertise himself as the new power in the kingdom.Back home, the crown prince faced tension within the royal family.

122 pregnant whales killed in hunt

June 01, 2018

As per reports , more than 120 pregnant whales have been killed in Japan in a hunt which scientists in the country described as "scientific research". "There is nothing scientific about harpooning a pregnant whale, chopping it up and putting it on a plate", he said , according to Newsweek. In the controversial kills, whales are shot with grenade tipped harpoons that explode inside them.

Abramovich's Israeli move allows him to enter Jersey

June 01, 2018

Gaining Israeli citizenship seemingly represents quite a few challenges for the Russian tycoon when doing business on British soil. His British visa expired last month but it was taking longer than usual to get it renewed, Reuters news agency reported.

Trump insists he didn't fire Comey over Russian Federation probe

June 01, 2018

Trump's tweet on Thursday morning came after The New York Times reported over night that the president asked Rosenstein to mention " Russia " in his letter. The deputy attorney general did not in his final document. But in the meeting at the Justice Department, Mr. Rosenstein added a new detail: He said the president had originally asked him to reference Russian Federation in his memo, the people familiar with the conversation said.

Trump wants a total ban on German luxury vehicle imports ars_ab.settitle(1316879)

June 01, 2018

A new report from a German magazine states President Donald Trump aims to push Mercedes-Benz, and other German luxury vehicle makers, out of the US market. However, German brands also have huge factories in the United States, where they built 804,000 cars past year, VDA said, providing jobs for USA workers.

Denmark joins some European nations in banning burqa, niqab

May 31, 2018

The law was also backed by the Social Democrats and the far-right Danish People's Party. The new law will come into force from August 1. Justice Minister Soren Pape Poulsen in April said the Danish police will not forcibly remove veils from women.

Chelsea Woes Deepen As They Suspend Stadium Project

May 31, 2018

However, one source has told us that it is still "business as usual" at the west London club and that Abramovich's commitment to the club is "unwavering". Chelsea does not have a time frame for reconsidering its decision, according to a statement on the club's website. News has broken today that Chelsea has made a decision to suspend their plans for a new stadium because of an "unfavourable investment climate".

Trump to impose steel, aluminum tariffs on EU, Europe ready to retaliate

May 31, 2018

During a conference call early Thursday, Ross shrugged off questions about the US facing possible retaliation, or whether the move would negatively affect the G7 meeting. "I think that we've all had just about enough of Donald Trump ...." "That Canada could be considered a national-security threat to the United States is inconceivable", said Trudeau, adding that the people of the USA are not Canada's target, and that the federal government would far prefer that its hand not be forced.

Syrian Armed Opposition Rep. Urges EU to Force Iran Out of Country

May 31, 2018

Trump said in April he wanted to withdraw American troops from Syria relatively soon, but also voiced a desire to leave a "strong and lasting footprint". Trump has also blamed his predecessor for supporting Syrian rebels trying to overthrow Assad after a 2011 uprising, saying in 2015 that "Assad may be bad, but we have absolutely no idea who these people are that we're arming".

Storms, lightning kill 47 in India

May 31, 2018

Patna/Lucknow: Thunderstorms struck at several places in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh , killing at least 34 people as hutments collapsed and trees fell, officials said. Also, around 28 and five people were left injured in Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh respectively. The Indian Meteorological Department has warned that more storms and heavy rain could hit Uttar Pradesh and Bihar in the next two days.

Trump Announces Surprise Pardon for Dinesh D'Souza

May 31, 2018

The reason for the pardon, which the President squeezed into his tweet , is that D'Souza was "unfairly treated by our government". "He was treated very unfairly by our government!" D'Souza was indicted on charges that he illegally used straw donors to contribute to a Republican Senate candidate in NY in 2012.

Fact checking the Trump administration on immigration

May 31, 2018

At the same time , Health and Human Services officials are under scrutiny concerning the treatment of unaccompanied minors who seek to enter the U.S. Parents who balk at giving their fingerprints to the government could be forced to leave their children in long-term foster care. "Flores is not supposed to override a parent's choice and have their child sent to a odd facility, ' said Lee Gelernt, deputy director of the ACLU's Immigrants" Rights Project.

'I'm going to be the next school shooter': Parkland gunman's cellphone videos

May 31, 2018

Chilling videos of Nikolas Cruz telling the world he was "the next school shooter" have been released as part of the case against the teenager accused of carrying out the Florida massacre. "People will die", Cruz said. "He's evil. Repulsive. He deserves to be dead ..." He talks about being "told what to do" and being treated as an "idiot" and "dumbass".

Washington continues to "actively prepare" for summit: Sanders

May 31, 2018

President Donald Trump has confirmed that top North Korean official Kim Yong Chol is heading to NY for talks on an upcoming summit between Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un . Vice Chairman of the Central Committee of the North Korean Workers' Party Kim Yong-chol is set to meet with U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo Wednesday and Thursday to finalize the deal in which North Korea is expected to be guaranteed security in exchange for giving up its nuclear program.

Trump Claims Mueller Team 'Will Be Meddling' With Midterm Elections

May 31, 2018

Giuliani said Tuesday that Mueller's attempts to interview Trump indicated that his probe of possible coordination between Russian Federation and the campaign are nearing its end. "Lady Justice did not take an even hand in looking at that", Chaffetz said. The Senate judiciary committee has supported that view; the House intelligence committee , led by Trump allies, has said there was no collusion by the Trump campaign.

Syria chairing world disarmament body ‘a travesty’, says United States ambassador

May 31, 2018

It is reported that wood sure Syria has no right to lead the conference on disarmament. "Let me be clear: we can not permit "business as usual" in the CD while Syria presides over this body", Wood said, referring to potential plans to disrupt upcoming meetings.

Zimbabwe sets first post-Mugabe elections for July 30

May 31, 2018

Missing from the July ballot for the first time in 20 years will be Zimbabwe's foremost political gladiators, Mugabe and Morgan Tsvangirai, the former opposition Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) leader, the who died from cancer in February.

Giuliani Says He Might Have Recused Himself From Russia Probe Too

May 31, 2018

Responding to the Times report on Tuesday, legal expert and former federal prosecutor Renato Mariotti argued in a series of tweets that Trump's "repeated attempts to push Sessions to reassert control over the Russian Federation investigation" constitute "very strong evidence" that the president has obstructed justice.

Man scales building to save child dangling from balcony

May 31, 2018

He personally thanked Gassama, gave him a medal for courage and said he would also be offered a role in the fire service. "Things could have turned out much worse so I am relieved", she said, adding that she was impatient to be reunited with her son and husband.

U.S. says North Korea behind malware attacks

May 31, 2018

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Kim Yong Chol , a close aide of North Korean leader Kim Jung Un, met for about 90 minutes over dinner and left without providing any detailed remarks to reporters waiting outside. The alleged sactions-busting activity took place on the night of May 19 at a position about 190 nm southeast of Shanghai, a region in which several other smuggling incidents have been spotted.

Seven attackers killed as Afghan forces stave off major terror bid

May 31, 2018

Shahpoor Ahmadzai, a spokesman for the Provincial Governor, said three attackers who sought to enter the police station in the early morning hours triggered a three-hour gunbattle that ended when all three were killed. Senior Taliban officials have been secretly negotiating with Afghan officials on a possible ceasefire, the commander of USA and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation forces in Afghanistan disclosed Wednesday.

Lake Tahoma dam deemed safe; evacuation lifted

May 31, 2018

Heavy rains and a landslide in nearby mountains had "compromised the integrity" of the dam and triggered urgent calls for mandatory evacuations, McDowell County emergency officials had said earlier. McDowell County Emergency Management confirmed 200 people from campgrounds and residential communities near the dam and lake were at shelters, and there may be more later since water levels were expected to rise.

Video shows cop punching woman on New Jersey beach, mayor reacts

May 31, 2018

Wildwood traditionally sees a large influx of young adults for Memorial Day weekend, Regalbuto noted, and a huge 2015 party left the beach "destroyed and trashed". "I did not do anything wrong and anything could've been written down on that paper so I wouldn't give it to him", Weinman explains in the Facebook post.

President chides Dems for blaming his administration for kids in cages

May 31, 2018

The administration noted Tuesday that it isn't allowed to send back children from non-contiguous countries under the 2008 Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act, and was instead required to quickly find them us sponsors until their cases could be heard.

Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens resigns

May 31, 2018

A complaint also remains pending at the Missouri Ethics Commission alleging Greitens filed a false campaign report a year ago about the source of the charity donor list. All the while, Greitens insisted that the accusations against him were "lies" (though he acknowledged the affair) and declared himself the victim of a "political witch hunt", blaming liberals and even conservative bogeyman George Soros.

No end in sight to Qatar row: Bahrain

May 31, 2018

According to the World Competitiveness Yearbook issued by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD), Qatar ranked 5 in economic performance amongst all countries in the world over the period. The government's directive is meant to "find new suppliers of the variety of goods impacted" by the blockade. Qatar, which had many of its imports trans-shipped from the UAE and received the bulk of its fresh food across the Saudi border, denied the accusations against it.

Avenatti Withdraws Request to Represent Stormy Daniels in Cohen Case

May 31, 2018

Avenatti is not admitted to the bar in New York State, so he filed paperwork asking the judge to allow him to appear in court specifically for this case, but the judge made it clear that would she would not tolerate any attempts by Avenatti to seek "publicity" from his appearance in her courtroom.

Hurricane Maria ‘killed 4,600 people in Puerto Rico, not 64’

May 31, 2018

The Buckee team randomly conducted in-person surveys of 3,299 of the estimated 1.1 million Puerto Rican households earlier this year, making sure to include remote areas. The U.S. government response to the disaster in Puerto Rico has been severely criticized. By the end of the day, the official count had more than doubled.

Alberto: Tropical storm sees thousands from Florida coast

May 31, 2018

Any storm activity should dissipate after sunset while lingering scattered to numerous showers will remain possible as Alberto begins its inland track to the north. Some tourists said the rainy weather would not dampen their vacations. "We've never seen one before and we're here celebrating a friend's 20th birthday", Rhumes told the Daily News.

CIA: North Korea Has No Plans to Denuclearize

May 31, 2018

At the White House, press secretary Sarah Sanders said that the officials' "conversation is going to be focused on denuclearization of the peninsula as well as the summit that will take place in Singapore". officials have said. Trump has sworn not to allow North Korea to develop nuclear missiles that could hit the United States and wants North Korea to "denuclearize", or get rid of its nuclear arms.

Seven injured as theme park engulfed in flames

May 31, 2018

Visitors captured the conflagration and posted images to social media. As Mack noted, there have been no reported injuries so far. Europa-Park is Europe's second-most popular amusement park after France's Disneyland. The blaze reportedly started in a warehouse near "The Pirates in Batavia" attraction and spread quickly to other parts of the park, causing major damage.

Archaeologists find man crushed while fleeing Pompeii

May 31, 2018

The legs of a skeleton emerge from the ground beneath a large rock believed to have crushed the victim during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in A.D. 79. The man, who was at least 30 years old, was the first victim to be found in a new, unexplored excavation site called Regio V , north of the city, according to a statement from the Pompeii Archaeological Park.

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