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Turkey Elections Loosen Erdogan's Grip on Power, With Losses in Ankara, Istanbul

April 05, 2019

The Justice and Development Party (AKP) argues that a number of irregularities detected in the counting and registering of the counted votes in Istanbul, with calls for the Supreme Election Board (YSK) to deal with the matter in the most serious and cautious way.

Lori Loughlin fans chant 'Free Aunt Becky!' outside courthouse

April 05, 2019

The defendants are each charged with conspiracy to commit mail fraud and honest services mail fraud in a scheme that prosecutors have called " Operation Varsity Blues ". The Desperate Housewives alum also appeared in court, where she acknowledged the seriousness of her charges. Other parents are also expected to appear in court Wednesday.

Trump mistakenly says his father was born in Germany

April 05, 2019

The president made the claim while stating he had "great respect" for Germany . I simply can not understand why Trump would lie about where his father was born - a lie that is extraordinarily easy to disprove and results in basically zero gain.

Netanyahu Recalls Pain Suffered by Lost Soldier Zachary Baumel's American Father

April 05, 2019

Thousands turned out for the ceremony, where Baumel - whose remains were returned to Israel days ago after a complex IDF intelligence operation and with central Russian assistance - was eulogized by President Reuven Rivlin and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu , among others.

House of Commons suspended over WATER LEAK in Chamber

April 04, 2019

The Brexit storm clouds appear to have opened over British Lawmakers, as the house of commons had to be canceled for the day, due to water pouring into the chamber through the ceiling. The office added, "We would like to clarify this was not a sewage leak". "Is it hot air escaping here?" While sessions earlier this week had been expected to run into the wee hours, the Speaker declared at 3.12pm today: "Goodnight everybody".

Accused Christchurch gunman to face 50 murder charges: NZ police

April 04, 2019

Brenton Tarrant , who is originally from Grafton in NSW, had already been charged with one count of murder. He was remanded without a plea. Today Australia passed what it said were the first laws in the world aimed at stopping violent crime and acts of extremism being livestreamed over the internet.

Ethiopian Airlines crew followed all procedures from Boeing, crash report reveals

April 04, 2019

Boeing is working on a software update to MCAS and "an associated comprehensive pilot training and supplementary education program" for the fleet. In a statement today, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced the formation of an global task force composed of experts from the FAA, NASA, and regulatory agencies from around the world who will review the proposed software update for the embattled Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft.

EU's Barnier welcomes British cross-party Brexit talks

April 04, 2019

Corbyn said Wednesday's discussions had been "useful but inconclusive". "I have to tell you the truth", Barnier said in Brussels . She also announced a softening of her Brexit provisions, including attempting to make an accord with the political opposition in a bid.

‘Expiry Babu’: Mamata Banerjee takes on PM Modi’s ‘speed breaker didi’ barb

April 04, 2019

In a furious charge at the Congress over the grand old party's promise to review the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, the PM said, "Those who ruled over India for 60 years are saying that they will remove the armour of the defence forces".

GOP Senator Unloads on Trump’s ‘Idiotic’ Wind Energy Comments

April 04, 2019

While wind turbine noise has been linked to stress, nausea, sleep loss, fatigue and anxiety there is now no evidence that it can cause cancer . Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley has called a comment from the president about wind energy causing cancer "idiotic".

Greece PM On Landmark North Macedonia Visit

April 04, 2019

The former Yugoslav republic officially changed its name earlier this year from Macedonia to North Macedonia, settling a dispute over its name with Greece that lasted almost three decades. Both leaders face hard political opposition at home. Even before the deal was finalised, the pair were nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by 2015 victor Wided Bouchamaoui of Tunisia.

Eastern Libyan commander orders his troops to move on Tripoli

April 04, 2019

Ban Ki-moon visited in October 2014. General Haftar described the manoeuvre as a "victorious march" to "shake the lands under the feet of the unjust bunch" - a reference to rival militias that control Tripoli. "I call for calm and restraint as I prepare to meet the Libyan leaders in the country", he said . Hifter's army has waged a military campaign, spreading its footprint from eastern Libya where it first battled mostly Islamic militias and Islamist groups, starting in 2014.

Jacinda Ardern Is Prime Minister Of The Grocery Line

April 04, 2019

The mother was about to buy her groceries in Auckland when she realised she had no cash or cards on her. The person in the queue behind the mum just happened to be Ms. Yahoo News Australia has contacted Ms Ardern's office for comment. She took six weeks of maternity leave, and upon her return the PM praised the New Zealand people and the team around her.

Trump says he called President Xi Jinping the 'king' of China

April 04, 2019

Addressing the National Republican Congressional Committee spring dinner in Washington on Tuesday, Trump said Xi had denied he was a king. "He said, 'Huh.' He liked that. However, after the visit, bilateral ties between the world's first and second economies soured significantly: starting in early 2018, Trump started imposing tariffs on billions of dollars' worth of Chinese goods imported by the USA in order to reduce the trade deficit, with the move shortly sparking a still ongoing trade ...

The fight for the Mueller report could get ugly fast

April 04, 2019

For days, he has pronounced the outcome of the investigation a "complete and total exoneration" and called for the Justice Department and his allies on Capitol Hill to investigate and hold accountable those responsible for opening the inquiry.

Chinese woman 'lied her way into Mar-a-Lago' with malware

April 04, 2019

Representative Elijah Cummings, the Democratic chairman of the U.S. House Oversight Committee, said the Secret Service, which protects the president, will brief him and top committee Republican Jim Jordan on the incident. CBS News security contributor Fran Townsend said the Secret Service has a hard job protecting a property that it doesn't fully control. "Secret Service has done a fantastic job from day one".

30m May and Corbyn hold Brexit talks

April 04, 2019

May also said she would ask the European Union for a further delay to Britain's departure date - postponed once already - to avert a chaotic and economically damaging no-deal Brexit on April 12 . May has always ruled that out, saying it would limit Britain's ability to forge an independent trade policy. All eyes now shift to Corbyn, the Labour leader whose next move could shape the future of Brexit.

Venezuelan Chief Justice Seeks to Strip Opposition Leader's Immunity

April 04, 2019

As the latest blackout unfolded, many took to balconies and building windows to bang pots in protest and shout curses at President Nicolas Maduro , who they consider responsible for the power failures. Just because they have the biggest bombs in the world they think they are so much more advanced than us. At the same time, frustrated residents are increasingly unable to find water, make phone calls or access the internet.

New Zealand police say accused mosque shooter to face 50 murder charges

April 04, 2019

The charges against Brenton Tarrant, 28, were announced by police on Thursday. He appeared in District Court for this charge on March 16 . The gunman was armed with semi-automatic weapons and broadcast his attack live on Facebook . Eleven are in stable condition, with one is still in critical condition. Tarrant won't be required to enter a plea on Friday. "The principal objective of the call on 5 April will be to ascertain the defendant's position regarding legal representation and to ...

Donald Trump, Again, Falsely Claims His Father Was Born In Germany

April 04, 2019

U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday confused his father and grandfather about his German ancestry and mistakenly said his father, Fred Trump , was born in Germany , who is in fact born in New York City . The president made the claim while seated alongside NATO Sec. He first made the claim in July at a North Atlantic Treaty Organisation summit in Brussels .

Taiwan fighter jets intercept Chinese war planes in Taiwan Strait

April 04, 2019

Foreign Ministry Joseph Wu told reporters at the legislature that the line crossing was an intentional act, calling it a provocative and unsafe. The Chinese fighter planes entered Taiwan's southwestern airspace at 11 a.m. But on Sunday Taipei described the latest incursion as a deliberate act. It pointed out that Chinese President Xi Jinping proposed in January to explore the Taiwanese version of the Hong Kong model of "one country, two systems", but he also emphasized China reserves the ...

FEC files second complaint against Rep. Ocasio-Cortez, campaign manager

April 04, 2019

The complaint was filed by conservative attorney Dan Backer of Virginia, according to Fox News . The complaint named Ocasio-Cortez, her chief of staff Saikat Chakrabarti along with three organizations, which were all co-created by Chakrabarti as overlapping entities aimed at "subsidizing cheap assistance for Ocasio-Cortez and other candidates at rates far below market value".

No guarantee European Union would grant long article 50 extension, says Macron

April 04, 2019

Just 3% have lived or worked there, and 5% have visited many times. "The EU can not be held hostage to the resolution of a political crisis in the United Kingdom on a long-term basis", Macron said, adding that granting Britain a lengthy extension of the deadline for leaving the bloc was "not a certainty".

U.S. House asks IRS for Donald Trump’s tax returns

April 04, 2019

Trump told reporters Wednesday he "would not be inclined" to provide his tax returns to the committee. Wednesday's request to the IRS by Democrats could answer numerous questions about the president's business dealings, including with foreign entities.

Illinois boy, missing for 8 years, possibly found in Kentucky

April 04, 2019

Multiple police agencies, including Sharonville, said they'd been told to check Red Roof Inns in the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area. According to the report, the boy escaped and kept running across a bridge into Kentucky and said they'd been staying at a Red Roof Inn but did not know where.

United States government ends 'kitten slaughter' research programme after outcry

April 04, 2019

The USDA's announcement comes two weeks after NBC News reported on a study that found ARS scientists had bought hundreds of dogs and cats from "Asian meat markets" and then had them euthanized and fed to healthy cats at their Maryland lab.

26 firefighters die battling forest fire

April 04, 2019

Almost 700 firefighters were deployed to battle the fire, which broke out on Saturday on steep terrain at an altitude of around 4,000 metres (13,000 feet) in Muli County, according to the ministry of emergency management. Firefighters are still trying to contain the blaze. China has been battling forest fires in recent weeks in various parts of the vast country, including on the outskirts of Beijing , fed by dry weather and high winds across many northern areas.

US halts F-35 equipment shipments to Turkey

April 04, 2019

U.S. officials speaking to Reuters news agency on the condition of anonymity said the next shipment of training equipment and all subsequent shipments of F-35 materials have been cancelled. Turkey-based companies manufacture parts for all F-35 variants and customers. Following increased cooperation with Russian Federation for regional policies such as the war in Syria , Erdogan, who continues to face criticism for perceived authoritarian crackdowns at home, pledged to purchase the S-400s.

Chinese woman accused of trying to infiltrate Mar-a-Lago

April 04, 2019

Based on her responses the Secret Service determined there was probable cause to charge Zhang with making false statements toward federal law enforcement agents and unlawfully entering a restricted building or grounds. Authorities say Zhang pretended to not speak English, they assumed she was related to the member named Zhang and therefore she was permitted into the club.

Donald Trump TAUNTS Joe Biden over ‘inappropriate behaviour’ ‘welcome to the world!’

April 03, 2019

Joe Biden has pledged to be "more mindful" about physical contact with women, hoping draw a line under a controversy that has cast a cloud over his expected White House bid. Since then, another woman has said Biden grabbed her face when he was thanking congressional staff at a 2009 event. Speaking at an event for the National Republican Fundraiser Committee on Tuesday, Trump - who has faced multiple, much more serious, accusations of impropriety from women - told the former Vice President ...

Pete Buttigieg Says He Raised $7 Million in First Quarter

April 03, 2019

With staff members serving as witnesses and ribbons standing in as rings, Buttigieg officiated their wedding . Buttigieg wrote, "It's moments like this that I'll miss when my term as mayor comes to an end". Presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg said his campaign raised more than $7 million in the first quarter of the year. Though he has yet to officially start his campaign, the 37-year-old has raised 7 million dollars in the first quarter of 2019, the New York Times reported on Monday .

Australian senator censured for blaming Muslim victims

April 03, 2019

The Senate has officially censured Fraser Anning over his controversial comments following the Christchurch terrorist attacks. "They were risky and unacceptable from anyone, let alone a member of this place", leader of the conservative Liberal-National government in the Senate, Mathias Cormann, told the body.

US criticizes Brunei's death penalty plan for gay sex, adultery

April 03, 2019

Students at the School of Oriental and African Studies at the University of London have also called for a school building named the Brunei Gallery to be renamed. heterosexual, ' the 19-year-old said. " Brunei's decision to implement Phases Two and Three of the Sharia Penal Code and associated penalties runs counter to its global human rights obligations, including with respect to torture or other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment", State Department spokesman Robert ...

China's premier meets New Zealand's leader amid 5G dispute

April 03, 2019

The two leaders made the remarks as they met at Beijing's Great Hall of the People on Ardern's first trip overseas since the Christchurch mosque attacks. In line with recent history, Chinese state media was keen for Ms Ardern to abstain from criticising China's policies in Xinjiang . China is a key customer for its dairy and other agricultural products.

India's anti-Satellite test causes threat to peaceful space activities: FO

April 03, 2019

Pakistan has expressed "grave concern" over India's test last week of an anti-satellite weapon and its potential impact on existing space installations such as the International Space Station (ISS), according to a foreign ministry statement .

Manhunt In Uganda After US Tourist, Driver Kidnapped

April 03, 2019

Police said initial indications were that the kidnapping was financially motivated, since the group had quickly made a demand using Endecott's cellphone. There are fears that the kidnappers could have crossed with the pair into the DR Congo. The park reopened in February. "All security agencies such as the Uganda Police and the Uganda People's Defense Forces including wardens from the Uganda Wildlife Authority have joined in the hunt for these outlaws with the main aim of safely securing the ...

WhatsApp launches tip line to curb fake news

April 03, 2019

India is going to host their general elections starting from April 11th and results will be declared on May 23rd. The service is called "Checkpoint Tipline" , and once a piece of information is received, Proto's verification centre will cross-check the information and tell the user if it is legitimate, fake or unverified.

Trump Admin Steps Up Threats to Shut Down Mexico Border

April 03, 2019

A shortage would directly affect avocado lovers since the United States imports about 80 percent of its total supply from Mexico . Asked about the potential economic impact, White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said closing the border is "not our first choice", but she added that the president's top priority is to protect lives.

Bouteflika to Resign before April 28 End of Mandate

April 03, 2019

The President is now facing growing demand from Algerians to step down. The 82-year-old politician was in power for 20 years. Protests calling for Bouteflika to resign have intensified since February. Bouteflika's hesitation further enraged protesters, spurring the army chief of staff to step in by proposing last week to implement a provision of the constitution under which a constitutional council would determine whether Bouteflika was still fit to govern or allow him to resign.

Nick Boles resigns Conservative party whip after Norway+ motion defeated

April 03, 2019

Theresa May will today convene a marathon five-hour meeting of her cabinet in a bid to find a way through the Brexit stalemate. Mr Barclay added if the Commons is able to pass a Brexit deal this week, it may still be possible for the United Kingdom to avoid participating in the European elections on May 23.

Ethiopian Airlines Pilots Followed Boeing Guidelines Before Crash

April 03, 2019

The airliner went down soon after taking off on March 10, killing all 157 people on board and forcing a global grounding of 737 MAX jets. People familiar with the investigation have already said the anti-stall software was activated by erroneous "angle of attack" data from a key aircraft sensor.

Malaysia to sell 1MDB-linked superyacht for $126 million

April 03, 2019

In a statement announcing the sale on Wednesday (April 3), Malaysia's Attorney-General Tommy Thomas said the Admiralty Court in Kuala Lumpur had approved the offer by Genting to purchase the vessel, Equanimity . Former Prime Minister Najib Razak, center, gets into a vehicle after his court appearance at the Kuala Lumpur High Court in Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia, Wednesday, April 3, 2019.

British leader gambles on new soft Brexit deal

April 03, 2019

He said he would make the move if the government "proves it is incapable of commanding a majority in the House of Commons". Lawmakers would vote on the date and potentially amend it before May presents the plan to the EU. "However, with some colleagues unwilling to support the government. this is the only way to deliver the smooth, orderly Brexit that we promised". Conservative divisions over Europe are decades old and have led to the demise of three prime ministers: David Cameron, John ...

Trump Wrongly Says His Father Born in Germany, Setting Twitter on Fire

April 03, 2019

For at least the fourth time since taking office, the USA leader appeared to suggest on Tuesday that he does not, as he incorrectly claimed that his father, Fred Trump , was born in Germany . He famously held a stance for a number of years that presidential predecessor Barack Obama was not born in the United States, thus rendering him ineligible to be president.

Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika Resigns Early Under Pressure

April 03, 2019

The resignation came shortly after the military demanded impeachment proceedings be launched against Bouteflika, responding to Monday's announcement that the president would resign by the end of his term on April 28. Under the Algerian constitution, Abdelkader Bensaleh, chairman of the upper house of parliament, will take over as interim president until fresh elections are held.

Harry Potter books burned by Polish priests alarmed by magic

April 03, 2019

The post shows at least three priests carrying a basket of books and other items through a church to the outdoor fire pit where they were incinerated. Rowling has previously spoken about the role that religion has played in shaping her work, having revealed in 2007 - following the release of the series' final book, The Deathly Hallows - that she had been raised Anglican and is now a practising Christian.

Venezuela: Nicolas Maduro introduces month-long electricity rationing

April 03, 2019

Oil-rich Venezuela was rocked by a debilitating blackout on March 7, which dragged on for almost a week in some parts of the country. In contrast, Russia, Belarus, Bolivia, Iran, Cuba, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Syria and Turkey voiced support for Maduro, while China called for resolving all differences peacefully and warned against foreign interference.

Lori Lightfoot makes history - becomes first LGBTQ black woman mayor of Chicago

April 03, 2019

Lori Lightfoot , a political newcomer, was elected the first black female mayor of Chicago on Tuesday, defeating opponent Toni Preckwinkle by a landslide in a runoff to take over a city struggling with crime and weak finances. She also served as President of the Chicago Police Board from 2015 to 2018, where she worked to decide disciplinary matters involving all allegations of police misconduct.

French and Irish leaders meet in Paris to discuss Brexit

April 03, 2019

Leo Varadkar held Brexit talks with Macron this afternoon as efforts intensify to find a solution to the current impasse, while German chancellor Angela Merkel is due to meet Varadkar in Dublin on Thursday to discuss no-deal preparations. He said a lengthy extension would require a major shift in policy such as a general election, second referendum or a softening of United Kingdom attitudes towards remaining in the customs union.

USA defense chief hints Turkey will drop S-400 bid

April 03, 2019

Two other nations that also participated in the aircraft's development - Canada, Denmark and Turkey - are scheduled to receive the F-35. Acting Secretary of Defense Patrick Shanahan said Tuesday he expects the US and Turkey will resolve an ongoing row over Ankara's decision to purchase a Russian surface-to-air missile system.

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