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Donald Trump in Minnesota: Sen. Al Franken Folded 'Like A Wet Rag'

Октября 05, 2018

I quit", Trump said of Franken, imitating the former comedian turned politician. Many of President Donald Trump's most notable quotes come from his rallies, and Thursday night's stop in Rochester, Minnesota, was no different . So I won't mention it". Franken resigned due to backlash over a photo showing him groping a sleeping woman . "I quit. I quit", Trump said, imitating the Minnesota Democrat.

Kavanaugh does not belong on Supreme Court, retired Justice Stevens says

Октября 05, 2018

Stevens said during an event in front of a small crowd that Kavanaugh's performance last week during his testimony in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee caused him to change his mind about Kavanaugh's suitability for the court. Since leaving the court, he has suggested repealing the Second Amendment as a response to the school shooting in Parkland, Florida , and has called for revising the Eighth Amendment to abolish the death penalty.

Christine Blasey Ford will only give documents to Federal Bureau of Investigation

Октября 05, 2018

When Sen. Patrick Leahy, a Vermont Democrat, asked Ford what she could not forget about the assault, she replied: "Indelible in the hippocampus is the laughter - the uproarious laughter between the two, and their having fun at my expense".

China, US in row over warship’s movement

Октября 05, 2018

China has claimed a large swathe of the South China Sea as its own, turning reefs and shoals into artificial islands and outfitting them with military-grade airfields, weapons, and military-grade sensors. The Chinese defence ministry said it opposes the USA warship's entry into the waters "around China's islands and reefs". This distance is generally accepted as constitutive of the limit of the territorial waters of a land mass.

United Kingdom says Russian Federation was behind 4 major cyber-attacks on Western democracies

Октября 05, 2018

The indictments were announced as Dutch security services said they had thwarted a cyber attack on the global chemical weapons watchdog, the OPCW - expelling four Russian agents - and after Britain and Australia blamed the GRU for plots that notably targeted the US Democratic Party and global sports bodies.

'Palestine' - it's not a state

Октября 05, 2018

Bolton , citing what he called "Iran's abuse of the ICJ", said the United States would also withdraw from the "optional protocol" under the 1961 Vienna Convention of Diplomatic Relations. The court, which doesn't have jurisdiction over the United States, ordered the Trump administration to ensure that sanctions against Iran, due to be tightened on November 4, don't affect humanitarian aid or civil aviation safety.

FBI Wraps Kavanaugh Investigation, Senators Take First Look as Weekend Vote Looms

Октября 05, 2018

Late Wednesday night, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell announced that the F.B.I. probe was over and cleared the way for an important procedural vote on Kavanaugh's nomination to take place on Friday. He said he disagreed with how Trump disparaged Ford, but, he added, "It can be worse". Earlier this week Donald Trump was criticised for imitating Dr Ford at a rally in Mississippi.

Taking selfies has killed at least 259 people according to report

Октября 05, 2018

More than half of those deaths occurred in India, but Russian Federation, the USA and Pakistan round out the top four. This is not the first time that light has been shed on the fatal risks of snapping a selfie . The modern obsession with capturing an Instagram-friendly shot in any situation, no matter how unsafe, has cost more than 250 lives in the past six years, a new study has revealed.

Mattis doesn’t see US-China relations worsening

Октября 04, 2018

Mattis told reporters Monday traveling with him to Paris that the USA just has to learn how to manage its relationship with the communist nation. "We'll sort this out", Mattis added. While the United States has carried out around a dozen freedom-of-navigation operations in the South China Sea since 2015, "this one might be coinciding with the highest point of bilateral tensions", Ankit Panda, foreign policy expert and senior editor at The Diplomat, wrote on Twitter .

Doug Ford concerned about USMCA dairy concessions

Октября 04, 2018

At the crux of the DFC concerns is the news that although Canada's supply management system has survived the cut in the new deal, the United States will see an increased access to 3.5 percent of the $16 billion Canadian milk market. The elimination of Canada's Class 7 pricing system will level the playing field and give USA farmers the opportunity to compete in a free and fair environment, Stapel said.

NAFTA deal could be imminent

Октября 04, 2018

In its place is the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement ( USMCA ). Pena Nieto will be replaced by President-elect Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, whose incoming administration said the deal would offer more certainty for financial markets, investment and job creation.

‘Ex-Navy sailor’ behind Pentagon ricin package scare

Октября 04, 2018

The FBI said the envelopes posed no threat. The letter was sent to the White House but it never entered the presidential residence. A spokesman for the Federal Bureau of Investigation said he could not confirm that. Authorities say a Navy veteran has been arrested in connection with suspicious letters addressed to President Donald Trump, Defense Secretary Jim Mattis and Adm.

America's image worsens under Trump

Октября 04, 2018

About 34 percent of those surveyed by Pew said they had confidence in Xi "to do the right thing regarding world affairs", while 30 percent of those surveyed said the same about Putin. In the past year, the Trump administration has implemented a number of policies that were interpreted as pro-Israeli, including the decision to move the U.S.

Indian court allows deportation of 7 Rohingya to Myanmar

Октября 04, 2018

The Assam Government on October 3, sent seven Myanmar nationals, who are widely suspected to be Rohingya refugees from a detention camp in Silchar to Imphal in Manipur. The deportation came after a last-ditch effort by advocate Prashant Bhushan for an urgent hearing of a PIL in the Supreme Court to restrain the government from deporting Rohingya refugees failed.

‘It’s Disappointing’: Grassley Responds to Latest Request from Christine Ford’s Lawyers

Октября 04, 2018

Lawyers for Christine Blasey Ford , who has accused Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh of sexual misconduct 36 years ago when they were in high school, say they will not hand over her therapist's note or results from her polygraph test unless she is interviewed by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Russian GRU agents 'caught hacking chemical weapons watchdog'

Октября 04, 2018

Prosecutors say the Russians also targeted a Pennsylvania-based nuclear energy company and an worldwide organization that was investigating chemical weapons in Syria and the poisoning of a former GRU officer. "They were clearly not here on holiday", said Eichelsheim. Trump, who has made no secret of his admiration for Russian President Vladimir Putin, calls the intelligence reports "ridiculous".

Senators prepare to review Federal Bureau of Investigation report on Kavanaugh after early morning arrival

Октября 04, 2018

In an opinion piece for Slate , one of Kavanaugh's roommates at Yale, James Roche, said the judge "stood up under oath and lied about his drinking and about the meaning of words in his yearbook". During the interview, host Chris Cuomo dubbed Trump's attack on Dr Ford as a 'shame campaign, ' adding: 'I didn't even see that coming'. They pointed out that the additional FBI background investigation did not include interviewing Ford or the witnesses they say corroborate her testimony.

Wife of Malaysian ex-PM charged with money-laundering

Октября 04, 2018

The wife of ex-Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak has been charged with money laundering and tax evasion, as part of an investigation into a multi-million dollar corruption scandal. "There were many reports of her making political decisions on behalf of her husband", he told Al Jazeera. He faces 32 charges involving criminal breach of trust, money laundering and abuse of power.These include charges related to RM42 million allegedly paid by SRC International, a former subsidiary of state ...

Russia, India to sign $5 billion deal on S-400s this week

Октября 04, 2018

The S-400 missile is world's one of the best air missile defence system that can destruct enemy missiles within the range of 400 KM. It can shoot down around 40 targets simultaneously and its radars are reported to... Current prices are "largely the result of the current USA administration - these expectations of sanctions against Iran, the political problems in Venezuela", Putin said.

White House defends Trump after he mocks Kavanaugh sex assault accuser

Октября 04, 2018

Washington has been awaiting completion of the investigation since last week, when Flake, Collins and Murkowski pressured a reluctant Trump and GOP leaders to order the FBI to renew its background check of the 53-year-old Kavanaugh. Other Republicans conceded that Trump's insults could be damaging. "I'm of the view that whatever could be made public should be, but that would be well outside the normal way these things are treated", said Republican senator Roy Bunt.

Border Patrol agent throws gender-reveal party, but starts wildfire instead

Октября 04, 2018

The sex of Dickey's child has not been revealed. CNN has reached out to Dickey's attorney, but has not heard back. In Dennis's defence, he did own up to starting the wildfire and was slapped with a misdemeanour charge of starting a fire without a permit.

Trump says he wants 'comprehensive' FBI investigation of Kavanaugh

Октября 04, 2018

The FBI must examine the veracity of Kavanaugh's statements under oath in addition to the sexual assault allegations against him. "Let me condemn in the strongest possible terms the comments by President Trump last night on Dr Ford ", Schumer said in a Senate floor speech.

Trump says Saudi king wouldn't last 2 weeks without USA support

Октября 04, 2018

Trump's remarks followed a conversation between him and the Saudi monarch on Saturday. Saudi Arabia is the world's top oil exporter and the de facto leader of OPEC, which has been criticized by Trump for high oil prices. Qatar has denied the allegations. The US crude oil price is pausing for breath after its strong advance ahead of US sanctions on Iran, which take effect on November 4.

US, Israel Uneasy As Russia Upgrades Syria's Missile System

Октября 04, 2018

Lieberman further stated that it was important for Moscow and Tel Aviv to restore normal ties despite their disagreements over the recent downing of a Russian Il-20 reconnaissance aircraft off the coast of Syria's western province of Latakia.

NBC faces scrutiny for interview with Kavanaugh accuser

Октября 03, 2018

Despite the fact that the officer Swetnick alleges she told about her rape is now dead, Montgomery County police have indicated they are performing the requested laborious search for the police report. Furthermore, Swetnick said in the interview that Kavanaugh was wearing his Georgetown Prep school uniform when the pair allegedly met. Georgetown Prep students do not and have never worn uniforms.

Sarah Sanders defends Trump's comments about Christine Blasey Ford

Октября 03, 2018

John Clune said Ms Ramirez was interviewed by the Federal Bureau of Investigation on Sunday and provided agents with the witnesses' contact numbers. Clune said he is concerned that the bureau "is not conducting - or not being permitted to conduct - a serious investigation".

Britain’s PM Theresa May dances onto stage

Октября 03, 2018

Just last month she offered up some dancing advice to the Strictly Come Dancing lot, tweeting: "Get in touch if you need any tips". The PM went on to solidify her "Maybot" move on Wednesday at the Conservative Party's annual conference, when she emerged on stage in all her glory grooving to Abba's Dancing Queen .

Pivotal GOP senators hit Trump for mocking Kavanaugh accuser

Октября 03, 2018

I don't know. But I had one beer. "'I don't remember, '" Mr. Trump said at the rally , apparently alternating between questioner and an impression of Ford. As tensions flare, Democrats have suggested that Kavanaugh was not truthful during his testimony to the Senate Judiciary Committee, opening up a new line of attack against the embattled nominee.

France blames Iran for foiled bomb attack near Paris

Октября 03, 2018

Regional authorities said the operation was part of the "prevention of terrorism" procedures, but it was unclear if the arrests were linked to the Paris bomb plot. According to Belgian media, police found 500 grams of TATP explosive and a detonator hidden in a toiletries bag. Iranian foreign ministry spokesman Bahram Qassemi told AFP news agency that Tehran has rejected the French complaint "completely and forcefully", but said the door for discussion was open.

Trump's NATO Envoy Sets Off Diplomatic Incident With A Nuclear Edge

Октября 03, 2018

USA ambassador to NATO Kay Bailey Hutchison said Washington remained committed to a diplomatic solution but was prepared to consider a military strike if Russian development of the medium-range system continued. state of Alaska. But I think the question was what would you do if this continues to a point where we know that they are capable of delivering. Russian Federation firmly denies these accusations and says that the missile in question is allowed under the agreement.

Ensure Iran Sanctions Don't Hit Humanitarian Aid, World Court Orders US

Октября 03, 2018

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling is a blow to the Trump administration, which withdrew from the 2015 international nuclear accord in May and reimposed sanctions on Iran. The ICJ's rulings are binding, but the tribunal has no power to enforce them. The court further said that sanctions on goods "required for humanitarian needs.

British PM Theresa May calls for Conservatives to unite on Brexit

Октября 03, 2018

And after a day in which Boris Johnson stole the show at the conference with his "Chuck Chequers" onslaught, the Prime Minister will attempt to re-assert her authority. As March 2019 draws nearer, the British premier, if she does manage to stay on, will have to bite the bullet at some point and decide between a soft Brexit that would split her party and a hard Brexit that would split her country.

Volcano erupts on quake-hit Indonesian island

Октября 03, 2018

So far there have been no reports of casualties or damage on the island, already heavily devastated by last Friday's quake and tsunami which claimed the lives of over 1,300 people. Since its inception, the fund has assisted hundreds of millions of people with more than $5 billion across 100 countries and territories due to the generous and consistent support from its donors.

Russian Federation completes delivery of S-300 anti-aircraft missile systems to Assads military

Октября 03, 2018

Sergei Shoigu said in televised remarks that Russian Federation has delivered four S-300 launchers along with radars and support vehicles. This includes 49 pieces of equipment: illuminating laser radiolocators, defense priority systems, control vehicles and four missile launchers.

Rosmah arrested by MACC, to be charged for money laundering

Октября 03, 2018

In June, Madam Rosmah, 66, was questioned by the MACC as part of its probe into SRC International, a former subsidiary of state fund 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB ). On Sept 20, MACC deputy chief commissioner (Operations) Datuk Seri Azam Baki had said that the agency did not rule out the possibility that Rosmah might face charges soon.

Donald Trump Mocks Christine Blasey Ford's Testimony At Mississippi Rally

Октября 03, 2018

Trump laid out a scenario in which a man gets a job at General Motors but then is faced with accusations of sexual assault from a woman. First the Democrats said the country needed a "one week" investigation before a vote. Adding to the controversy, lawyers for two of the accusers said Tuesday that the Federal Bureau of Investigation is not interviewing witnesses and following leads that would support their allegations.

Kellyanne Conway Says She's a Survivor of Sexual Assault

Октября 03, 2018

Conway during her CNN appearance downplayed the allegations, saying they didn't compare to the sexual misconduct allegations faced by comedian Bill Cosby , who earlier this year was convicted of aggravated indecent assault, or former President Bill Clinton .

Disappeared China Superstar Fan Bingbing Ordered To Pay $129m Over Taxes

Октября 03, 2018

The official announcement is a complicated one and doesn't make clear what proportion of the fines she'll personally be responsible for, but together with her "representative companies" and other "guilty parties", the total amount of related fines is likely to be over 800 million RMB and could come to nearly 1 billion RMB (145 million USD).

Open Brexit warfare as Boris Johnson takes on May at Conference

Октября 03, 2018

In her speech today , Mrs May will tell delegates that countries across the world stand ready to trade with the United Kingdom and that the country can can feel optimistic about its prospects outside the EU. Johnson did little to douse suspicions of an event