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Senate votes to end United States support for Saudi forces in Yemen

March 15, 2019

The bill also directs the President "to remove US Armed Forces from hostilities in or affecting the Republic of Yemen, except those engaged in operations directed at Al Qaeda or associated forces", within 30 days after the resolution's enactment.

Samantha Bee calls out Democrats for throwing Ilhan Omar under the bus

March 15, 2019

Rep. Ilhan Omar's (D-MN) anti-Israel remarks are so incendiary that her own fellow Minnesota Democrats have turned on her. However, "While she has created a significant amount of controversy for herself and said things that have offended many Americans, I'm not sure that one could make the case that she is in trouble yet", said Mike Erlandson, the former chair of the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party and the former chief of staff to ex-congressman Martin Sabo, a Democrat who challenged Omar's ...

Heartbreaking visuals of devastation: Foot overbridge collapse in Mumbai

March 15, 2019

The deceased have been identified as Apoorva Prabhu (35), Ranjana Tambe (40) and Zahid Shiraj Khan (32). The injured have been admitted to nearby hospitals, a disaster management cell official said. A team of the National Disaster Response Force has rushed to the accident site. The tragedy comes eight months after another bridge collapsed in suburban Andheri, in which five persons were killed.

Bangladesh cricket team escape Christchurch mosque shooting

March 15, 2019

New Zealand police are treating it as an active shooter situation. "They were just outside the mosque about to get off from the bus and go into the mosque when they heard shooting and a lot of people running out and they saw someone wounded in front of them".

Boeing Has Grounded All Boeing 737 Max Planes Worldwide Over Safety Fears

March 15, 2019

Addis Ababa said on Wednesday it was sending the Flight Data Recorder (FDR) and the Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) to France because the East African country does not have the required facilities to carry out the detailed analysis required to determine the cause of the deadly disaster.

Top Prosecutor Getting Set to Leave Mueller Team

March 15, 2019

Multiple Democrat leaders, including Speaker Nancy Pelosi, have vowed to sue the the Trump administration should the DOJ refuse to turn over the full report to Congress . Jerry Nadler, D-New York, told lawmakers that the report should be made available to the public and Congress, emphasizing that "transparency is fundamental to the special counsel's process".

Rockets Fired from Gaza at Tel Aviv, Explosions Heard

March 15, 2019

Israeli media said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was convening senior military and security officers to evaluate the situation. Israel's military has responded with widespread airstrikes. The Hamas administration vowed to "take measures" against those behind the salvo, which it described as violating the "factional and national consensus" governing Gaza.

Students in NJ will be striking on Friday for 'Green New Deal'

March 15, 2019

Freddy Andre Oevstegaard and two other members of the Socialist Left Party said they believe "the massive movement Greta has set in motion is a very important peace contribution". The March 15 protest isn't the first of its kind. Some friends are "not into it at all", she suspects because they do not want to go out in the cold - the forecast is for hail on Friday.

Avoiding a hard border in Northern Ireland in a no deal scenario

March 14, 2019

The UK government has stated that it would closely monitor the effects of these tariffs on the UK economy. A vandalised "Welcome to Northern Ireland " sign at the border. But they said these were the only steps that could be taken to deliver on the Government's commitment to avoiding a hard border in the case of no deal.

Decision to prosecute soldier reopens old wounds — Bloody Sunday

March 14, 2019

In the last few minutes officials from the Public Prosecution Service (PPS) have made their long awaited announcement to the families of those shot dead and wounded on January 30, 1972 by the Parachute Regiment in Derry. Back in 2010, the Bloody Sunday Inquiry by Lord Saville found that the massacre had been "unjustified and unjustifiable" and acknowledged that none of the victims had posed a threat when killed.

Sterling surges as Theresa May secures Brexit assurances, yen dips

March 14, 2019

British Prime Minister Theresa May is welcomed by European Commission president Jean-Claude Juncker in Strasbourg , France, on Monday. You may have read in the last day that she won a " revised deal " in Monday night talks with European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker, but all she really got was repeated assurances that no-one in the EU wants the crucial Irish backstop mechanism ( explained here ) to be permanent, leaving the United Kingdom indefinitely tied into a customs ...

Mobile phone saves Australian man in bow and arrow attack

March 14, 2019

When the unarmed man raised his phone to take a photo of what was unfolding, the would-be William Tell allegedly fired the arrow, which pierced through the phone screen. However, due to the high impact made by the arrow that hit the phone, a small gash was caused that didn't require significant medical treatment. Police later arrived and arrested the attacker, who was aged 39.

Malaysia: Won't Drop Case Against Vietnamese in Kim Murder

March 14, 2019

A Malaysian court on Thursday announced it would temporarily postpone the trial of Vietnamese citizen Đoàn Thị Hương, a suspect in the murder of a North Korean national in 2017, due to her health condition, Vietnam News Agency reports. Huong's lawyer Hisyam Teh Poh Teik said he would closely work with the Vietnamese Embassy in Malaysia to get the charges dropped. The decision has caused disappointment after the other person accused in the case, an Indonesian woman, was acquitted and set ...

Tucker Carlson's Refusal to Apologize Is the 'Fox News Brand'

March 14, 2019

When asked for comment about whether the network supports Carlson, a spokesperson for Fox News directed Rolling Stone to the comments he made on his show Monday night. It's "part of the Roger Ailes, Fox News brand that you never apologize", McLaughlin said. "We know there is a lot of noise out there, but the voice of a few shouldn't prevent you from marketing your brands to millions of consumers who actually buy your products and services", Marianne Gambelli, the network's head of ...

Brexit chaos: UK MPs reject Theresa May’s deal AGAIN

March 14, 2019

The announcement by the Democratic Unionist Party and a group of Ms. "It's likely the pound will react in light of the aftermath of tonight's vote - but in which way depends on the outcome of the vote". The view of the Attorney General is seen as a major blow to any hopes May had of getting sufficient support in Parliament to vote for her withdrawal deal.

Gambino crime kingpin Frank Cali shot dead in New York

March 14, 2019

No description of a suspect is now available, and no arrests have been made, according to an NYPD spokesman. In 2008, Cali was arrested and charged with federal racketeering as part of Operation Old Bridge - a code name for the February 7 arrests in Italy and the US that targeted the Gambino crime family.

Will Priyanka Gandhi be the X-factor for Congress in Elections 2019?

March 14, 2019

Critics say Modi's flagship policies - including new taxes and the cancellation of huge numbers of banknotes - have not produced promised jobs, while India's farmers are up in arms over massive debt burdens. Reiterating his support to the long-standing issue of Women's Reservation Bill, Gandhi told reporters in Chennai , "Not just in Parliament and state legislatures, Congress will reserve 33 per cent of all posts and vacancies for women in central govt, central govt organisations and CPSUs".

Beto O’Rourke to Announce 2020 Presidential Bid

March 14, 2019

O'Rourke, an El Paso-area lawmaker who put a scare into incumbent GOP Sen. He calls the 2020 presidential election "the fight of our lives as Americans, and as humans, I'd argue" in the article, adding that he wants "to do everything I humanly can for this country at this moment".

NY attorney says feds probing his pardon talks with Cohen

March 14, 2019

Cohen has faced mounting criticism over apparent inconsistencies in his testimony, concerning statements on everything from the Trump Tower Moscow project to his prospects for a job in the Trump administration. Cummings repeatedly admonished him that his credibility was in doubt and any further lies wouldn't be tolerated. There was no transcript taken at the meeting, according to the Republican aides, so it wasn't clear exactly what Whitaker said, and it may never be clear.

Facebook Facing Criminal Investigation Into Device Data Share Deals

March 14, 2019

The Times reports that a NY grand jury subpoenaed two unidentified smartphone makers who are involved in data partnerships with Facebook allowing them access to the social network's two billion users. Facebook did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Wednesday's Times report, which cited anonymous sources, said it was not clear what exactly the grand jury inquiry overseen by federal prosecutors is focused on, or when it began.

Sanders says Trump undecided on Manafort pardon

March 14, 2019

That's according to a person who heard the comment but spoke on condition of anonymity to describe the private remark. Asked if Trump will steer clear of this kind of overheated rhetoric he used in his 2016 campaign, and in the White House, Huckabee Sanders called it a "shame" that Dems "are comfortable ripping babies from their mother's womb and killing a baby after birth" but have trouble condemning the comments of Rep.

Beijing reaffirms earlier stance: China blocks India at UNSC

March 14, 2019

The deadline for any country to seek clarification - the United Nations jargon for raising an objection - was 3 PM New York time Wednesday, which is 12.30 AM IST on Thursday. While there was earlier dismay in India that Beijing did not condemn the terrorist attack "in Kashmir" in its statement on the Pulwama attack, New Delhi has taken note of the fact that China had backed the UNSC resolution condemning the terrorist attack in Kashmir.

Victims killed, injured during school shooting in Brazil

March 14, 2019

Military police Colonel Marcelo Sales said two assailants burst into the school grounds in the early morning, armed with a.38 caliber revolver and a "medieval weapon that looked like a bow and arrows". Castro entered the school a few seconds later and put a crossbow and backpack on the floor. The motive for the shooting is not clear, police said. Only secondary students were reportedly at the school at the time of the shooting.

Ethiopian Airlines plane with 157 people on board crashes minutes after take-off

March 14, 2019

Crash debris appeared to be spread across a large flat plain. As the sun set, the airline's chief operating officer said the plane's flight data recorder had not yet been found. The Ethiopian plane was new, delivered to the airline in November. GebreMariam also confirmed the company owns 6 other 737 Max 8 aircraft which are in service.

South Korea warns North Korea not to use nuclear threats

March 14, 2019

The diplomat also called on the United Nations to revise its resolutions on sanctions against North Korea. He said Washington remains open to further North Korea diplomacy aimed at four priorities: transforming relations, establishing a formal end to the Korean War, achieving the North's complete denuclearization, and returning the remains of thousands of US troops missing from the Korean War.

Brexit agreement fails again, United Kingdom publishes 'no-deal' guidance

March 14, 2019

Urging the support of Conservative backbenchers, it said: "If today they still can not swallow their pride, hold their noses and back this deal, we fear the consequences". The value of the pound, which had risen last night after May declared she had reached a new deal with Juncker, fell sharply again after the publication of Cox's advice.

Up To Two Feet Of Snow Expected In Parts Of SE Wyoming

March 14, 2019

CBS Denver reported more than 1,300 flights have been canceled there because of weather conditions. In other words, the storm is an aberration, which is part of the reason a laundry list of weather watches, warnings and advisories were in place across the state.

Kirsten Gillibrand blasted for handling of aide's sexual harassment claims

March 14, 2019

Gillibrand's office has put staffers through three sexual harassment training sessions, according to the report that identified one that occurred last July. Besides, she added, "I told her that we loved her at the time". She's making the fight against sexual assault and harassment a key component of her Democratic presidential campaign .

Beto O'Rourke Plans First Iowa Visit Amid 2020 Speculation

March 14, 2019

In an announcement posted on Twitter , Eric Giddens, an Iowa Democrat who is running in a special election for a state senate seat, said his campaign workers and O'Rourke will be urging students this Saturday at the University of Northern Iowa to vote in his election race.

Schiff: Pelosi is 'absolutely right' on impeachment

March 13, 2019

Rashida Tlaib during a closed-door meeting with fellow Democrats Tuesday. In what may be a gesture of bipartisanship and a willingness to work with the fledgling Trump administration, Pelosi is assigning new office space to the White House Office of Legislative Affairs, the aide said.

Trump not 'thrilled' with California plan to halt executions

March 13, 2019

With Newsom's move, California joins Colorado, Pennsylvania and OR as the fourth state to place a moratorium on the death penalty, though the length and reasoning for the moratoriums vary from state to state. Voters that year also favored fast-tracking the appeals process, speeding up convicted killers' time on death row, through approving Proposition 66 .

Trump says Melania body double conspiracy theory caused by journalists doctoring photos

March 13, 2019

There's been no reason to give any credence to the conspiracy theory, which Trump perpetuated by suggesting the media were behind it. Taking to Twitter (are you surprised?), Donald said: "The Fake News photoshopped pictures of Melania, then propelled conspiracy theories that it's actually not her by my side in Alabama and other places".

Brexit votes CHAOS: Theresa May resignation must happen 'QUICKLY' after deal failure

March 13, 2019

But despite Corbyn's call for fresh poll, the party is understood to not have immediate plans to call for a vote of no confidence that could precipitate what would be the third general election in four years. "But once a decision has been made over when - or whether - we will leave the European Union , she will surely have to vacate the field, and quickly".

Brexit vote: Only 40 MPs won over by assurances

March 13, 2019

MPs voted by 391 to 242 against the deal, despite the Prime Minister's assurance that new agreements reached with Jean-Claude Juncker in Strasbourg would ensure the United Kingdom can not be trapped in the controversial backstop arrangement indefinitely.

IAF on high alert, 2 Pak jets spotted over PoK

March 13, 2019

After their meeting, the State Department said the two discussed the importance of bringing to justice those responsible for a suicide attack on an Indian paramilitary convoy claimed by Pakistan-based militants. External affairs minister Sushma Swaraj on Wednesday said she conveyed to several countries post Pulwama attack that India will not escalate the situation with Pakistan but if there is any other terror attack from that country, then it will not remain silent.

Brazil school shooting: Deadly attack in São Paulo

March 13, 2019

At least 17 other people, mostly children, were also shot and taken to hospital, police said in a written statement. The age of the attackers was estimated to be between 20 and 25 years old, and authorities don't believe they were former students, the governor said.

Two victims of Ethiopia plane crash with B.C. connections

March 13, 2019

A Greek man would have been the 150th passenger on the Nairobi-bound Ethiopian Airlines Boeing plane that crashed killing all on board, except he arrived two minutes late for the flight. In both the Lion Air and Ethiopian Airlines crashes, the airplane immediately showed signs of trouble, with an erratic flight path that ascended and then descended before the airliner crashed minutes later.

'Safe' places for conservatives: App lists restaurants to eat in peace

March 13, 2019

Texas Sen. Ted Cruz (R), was also chased out of a D.C. restaurant by unruly protesters during the confirmation hearings for Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Appearing on Fox News, app creator Scott Wallace explained what could get a restaurant or other business branded as "unsafe" for fans of President Donald Trump .

Man charged in killing of girl found in duffel bag

March 13, 2019

In response to your request, DCFS is unable to provide information at this time. There is no record of Trinity in the California Missing Persons System, the state Department of Justice said. "Although the Coroner's Office determined the death to be a homicide, the cause of death is being withheld". Investigators have indicated they found no obvious signs of trauma on her body.

Trump 'greatly appreciates' Pelosi's opposition to impeachment

March 13, 2019

In a statement introducing the legislation, Senator Mike Lee of Utah said he spearheaded the bill in a bid to stop a president from "acting like a king [by] taking back the legislative powers that allow him to do so". Thom Tillis (N.C.) - publicly indicated Tuesday after a private meeting with Vice President Pence that he could change his position if a version of Lee's legislation is set to be passed.

Ivanka Trump insisted her dad was 'not a racist,' new book says

March 13, 2019

According to the report, the book said the couple sought to "control who could travel on trips funded by the State Department" and that Ivanka Trump frequently requested access to Air Force planes "when it was not appropriate". Ivanka reportedly found a work-around by inviting cabinet-level officials to the trip, The Times reported, citing the book. "Get them back to NY!" Rather than, you know, not weigh into this, Kellyanne Conway , one of the only non-blood relatives of Donald ...

Manafort Returning to Federal Court for Another Sentencing

March 13, 2019

Manafort told the judge he is soon turning 70 and is sole caregiver to his 66-year-old wife. Ellis said he opted to go significantly below those guidelines to avoid disparities between Manafort and others who were sentenced to only months in prison for similar crimes.

Hassan Rouhani on first official go to to Iraq

March 13, 2019

Speaking in a joint press conference with Iraq's top diplomat Mohammed Ali al-Hakim on Sunday, Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said they had held "very good discussions". Rohani is expected to also meet with Iraqi Prime Minister Abdel Abdul Mehdi and the country's chief Shi'ite cleric, Grand Ayatollah Ali Sistani, in the city of Najaf.

Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel Do EXACT Same Mitt Romney Twinkie Joke

March 13, 2019

He pulls each candle out of the cake, blowing them out individually while holding the discarded candles in his hand. "These are all wishes I'm getting", he told those crowded into his office. The Twinkie cake is pretty great, though. Romney displays an unusual technique to blowing out the candles. The more conventional way of blowing out birthday candles, of course, is simply blowing on all of them in one shot.

Rep. Adam Schiff: ‘It’s a mistake’ for Mueller not to subpoena Trump

March 13, 2019

Neither Democrat has totally shut the door on impeachment, however, if proof of high crimes and misdemeanors becomes so overwhelming that Republicans are compelled to join Democrats in removing Trump from power. Schiff, D-Calif., told NBC News' Meet the Press that he believes a face-to-face interview with Trump would be the most effective method to get information regarding any potential collusion with Russian Federation by Trump or his campaign during the election or possible obstruction of ...

Lagos building collapses, deaths reported, many trapped in rubble

March 13, 2019

But another child was pulled out, limp and dangling, and slung over a rescuer's shoulder. Scores of children are thought to be inside. Hundreds of people stood in narrow streets and on rooftops of rusted, corrugated metal. Parents are crying. I can't withstand the gory sight'. Emergency and rescue teams are now at the scene of the incident, Pulse has learnt. There is no word on casualties yet.

Virginia woman wins lottery 30 times in one day

March 13, 2019

The victor, Deborah Brown , said she purchased 20 Pick 4 tickets at a gas station in Chesterfield County, choosing the numbers 1-0-3-1 on February 11, WTVR reported Friday. "A family member gave me the numbers over 25 years ago and I faithfully play them", he said. Brown is now $150,000 richer, but says she doesn't have plans to do anything with her winnings, except maybe to renovate her home.

Michel Barnier warns Britain the European Union is ready for no deal Brexit

March 13, 2019

If they turn down that option they will vote on Thursday on delaying Brexit . Britain's Prime Minister Theresa May speaks at the start of the debate on the vote on the government's Brexit deal, in the House of Commons in London on March 12, 2019.

Brexit deal rejected second time, triggers call for new approach

March 13, 2019

Labour MPs indicated they meant to vote against a no-deal Brexit on Wednesday. Tomorrow marks the second anniversary of a key moment in Theresa May's premiership: The moment she first uttered to MPs in the Commons: " No deal is better than a bad deal".

Disputed claims as United States air raids kills 11 in Afghanistan's Ghazni

March 13, 2019

Unconfirmed reports emerging from Qatar suggest that that the US and Taliban representatives have reached to an agreement on a draft deal regarding the withdrawal of USA troops from Afghanistan as 16-day talks concluded in Doha , the capital of Qatar today.

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