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Milkshakes at the ready: Tommy Robinson on his way to Milton Keynes

May 04, 2019

Robinson appears to retaliate by attempting to punch Mahmud, before someone else - seemingly the person filming the footage -shouts " That's what you get for being a fascist ". "We are aware there has been a lot of talk, videos and speculation about what happened on social media but we need to hear from people who were there at the time and witnessed what happened", he said.

North Korea slams 'foolish and dangerous' Pompeo - Integration Through Media ....!

May 04, 2019

The comments, made in response to a question from a reporter from the country's state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), saw Choe warn the USA against suggesting it would seek to "break down our system by using military methods". North Korean authorities are yet to respond to Japan's proposal. "To begin to take down the threat". Speaking to CBS last Wednesday , Secretary of State Pompeo said he believed that the path to North Korea's denuclearization would be "bumpy" and that the US ...

Charter Jet Skids Off Runway, Lands in Water Near NAS Jacksonville

May 04, 2019

It has been reported that the aircraft was trying to make a landing at Naval Air Station Jacksonville and slid off the runway into St. John's River. A commercial plane slid off a runway and crashed into a Florida river Friday night. The 737 is registered N732MA and was delivered to Miami Air International in April 2001. The airline operates a fleet of six Boeing 737-800 aircraft.

Elderly couple sign for 20 kilograms of drugs in wrongly-delivered parcel

May 04, 2019

Australian police say an elderly duo called them after unwittingly taking in what cops described as a 20kg (44lb) shipment of methamphetamine from the delivery person. The total haul - 40kg - has an estimated street value of A$20 million. Following investigations, a warrant was executed in Maroondah Terrace in Bundoora hours later and a further 20kg of methylamphetamine (also known as Ice) was allegedly located.

All Passengers Survive After Jetliner Goes Down in River in Jacksonville, Florida

May 04, 2019

Johns River, CNN affiliate WJXT reported . The plane was not submerged and everyone on board had been accounted for, police said . The White House has been briefed President Donald Trump reached out to Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry to provide assistance as the situation was developing.

This Week: Barr Leans Into New Role As Trump's Personal Lawyer

May 04, 2019

The special counsel's report, in the part addressing whether President Trump had committed obstruction, relied heavily on interviews with former White House counsel Don McGahn, who told the office that Mr. In a letter to Barr , House Judiciary Chairman Nadler set the 9 a.m. Monday deadline for Barr to comply with the subpoena demanding the unredacted report, as well as underlying evidence from the Mueller probe.

NKorea fires several short-range missiles

May 04, 2019

The Joint Chiefs of Staff says the North's missile was sacked from Wonsan on the east coast. The last time the socialist country fired a missile was November 28, 2017, when it fired a Hwasong-15 intercontinental ballistic missile eastward over northern Japan.

WATCH India’s most powerful CYCLONE in two decades batter its coast

May 04, 2019

Disaster officials said about 1.2 million people were evacuated from low-lying areas of Odisha and moved to almost 4,000 shelters. The navy and the coast guard are on high alert and ships and helicopters are on standby for rescue and relief operations.

Vietnamese suspect in Kim Jong Nam’s killing freed from prison

May 04, 2019

Malaysian authorities charged the two with murder, and also named four North Korean men as suspects, though none have been charged. They were accused of killing Kim Jong Nam at a Kuala Lumpur airport in February 2017. "I cried all the time", she told reporters before being whisked away in a van. "They did not treat me badly". The High Court judge last August had found there was enough evidence to infer that Aisyah, Huong and the four North Koreans engaged in a "well-planned ...

Putin fast-tracks Russian citizenship for more Ukrainians

May 04, 2019

Eighty-six percent of the people living in Ukraine's separatist-controlled Donbas region want Russian citizenship, according to Kirill Alizinov, the spokesman for the Russian Interior Ministry's Central Office for Migration, citing a new sociological survey.

FBI sent undercover investigator to meet Trump aide

May 04, 2019

Fellow co-host Brian Kilmeade later chimed in with a similar point about the story , which states that the FBI sent an investigator to pose as a research assistant and meet Trump campaign foreign policy adviser George Papadopoulos as part of the bureau's counter-intelligence operation exploring the campaign's links to Russian Federation.

8-year-old saves sister from potential kidnapping

May 03, 2019

As Coburn was increased in front of the emergency room from the vehicle in order to help the daughter in a wheelchair and bring you to the reception, stayed for the children in the back seat of the auto seats. Singh, who is from India and is a heroin addict, was taken into custody and charged with two counts of kidnapping , felonious assault for dragging Ms Coburn, and grand theft, added the police.

White House: Trump, Putin Discussed Mueller Report On Hour-Long Call

May 03, 2019

Mueller III's investigation into Russia's 2016 election interference, the White House said. "There was a discussion about having - extending the current nuclear agreement - as well as discussions about potentially starting a new one that could include China as well", Sanders said.

HHS OCR Issues Final Rule on Conscience Protections for Healthcare Providers

May 03, 2019

Department of Health and Human Services has increased since November 2016", Fenway notes, citing the Trump administration's new rule . Those enforcement mechanisms have been stepped up, an administration official explained to reporters Thursday, because a previous Obama-era rule was found insufficient to adequately enforce federal conscience protections.

Sri Lanka mass cancelled over fresh attack fears

May 03, 2019

The CTJ and the main body of Islamic clerics, the All Ceylon Jamiyyathul Ulama, had alerted Sri Lanka's security establishment to Hashim and his acolytes, but said their warnings failed to get serious attention. Police Media spokesman, SP, Ruwan Gunesekera said that the details of their residence and relatives have also been identified and measures will be taken to confiscate their wealth soon.

NYTIMES: FBI DID Spy on Trump Campaign

May 03, 2019

Page has said he first met Halper at a conference he was invited to in London in July, before the FBI said they had a reason to launch a counterintelligence investigation. Attorney General William Barr dug his heels in at Wednesday's House Judiciary Committee hearing asserting his belief that the government was spying on Trump's 2016 campaign and Fox News' correspondent-at-large, Geraldo Rivera agrees after a new report appears to substantiate these claims.

Afghan grand council sets recommendations for Taliban talks

May 03, 2019

Delegates of Loya Jirga (Grand Council) listen as they attend the fourth day of the session to discuss the peace process with the Taliban, in Kabul, Afghanistan. Those talks are narrowly focused on US troop withdrawal and Taliban guarantees that Afghanistan will not be used to stage global terrorist attacks.

Trump on McGahn Testifying Before Congress: 'It's Done'

May 03, 2019

Democrats accused the Republican President and his administration of a launching a growing attack on American democracy. Ms Pelosi, the top Democrat in Congress, accused Mr Barr of lying about his interactions with Mr Mueller after the special counsel concluded his 22-month investigation into Russia's efforts to interfere in the 2016 USA election to boost Mr Trump's candidacy.

Michael Gargiulo, 'The Hollywood Ripper'

May 03, 2019

Another victim in the case, 32-year-old Maria Bruno, was found stabbed to death in her apartment in suburban El Monte in 2005. Gargiulo, an air conditioning fix man, is said to have broken into her apartment on the night of February 21, 2001, and stabbed her to death.

Democrats amplify pressure on Trump as Pelosi accuses Barr of 'crime'

May 03, 2019

However, the Washing Post report did include that Mueller said in a subsequent phone call with Barr that his concern is not about the accuracy of Barr's letter to Congress. Nadler said he would move forward with a contempt citation as soon as Monday. Right before Barr testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee, the Washington Post reported that special counsel Robert Mueller had written a letter to Barr raising concerns about his 4-page summary on the Russian Federation investigation ...

Thousands Used May Day To Protest Against Macron's Policies

May 03, 2019

Following a particularly violent demo in March, the government sacked the Paris police chief and adopted a "zero-tolerance" approach, later passing an "anti-rioter" bill granting greater powers to the security forces, which included making it a criminal offence to wear a mask at a protest .

Labour Sunderland Council Leader: Terrible Night For Labour

May 03, 2019

In total 11 seats were up for grabs with the Labour Party winning three, Independent Union winning two, Independents clinching two, and The For Britain Movement, UKIP , Local Conservatives and the Veterans' and People's Party all winning one.

Vietnamese suspect in Kim Jong Nam murder is released

May 03, 2019

She pleaded guilty to the lesser offence of voluntarily causing injury with a risky weapon instead of the original charge of murder, which in Malaysia carries a mandatory death penalty. Pyongyang has denied the allegation. The assassination plot: The prosecution failed to show the women had any intention to kill. FILE PHOTO: Vietnamese Doan Thi Huong, who was a suspect in the murder case of North Korean leader's half brother Kim Jong Nam, leaves the Shah Alam High Court on the outskirts of ...

Nancy Pelosi Says Attorney General William Barr ‘Lied to Congress'

May 03, 2019

Barr's testimony at the heated hearing covered everything from his decision not to pursue an obstruction case against President Trump to process delays in getting a redacted version of Mueller's report to the public to Mueller's apparent concerns about how Barr initially relayed his findings to Congress .

Hawaii Surfing Veteran Sunny Garcia admitted to hospital

May 03, 2019

But that report has since been changed to state that Garcia instead survived a suicide attempt and is now alive in the hospital. "Our prayers are with him and his loved ones at this deeply challenging time", a statement from the organisation read.

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern and Clarke Gayford engaged

May 03, 2019

In an eyebrow-raising interview with the BBC previous year, Ms Ardern was asked whether she had any plans to propose to Mr Gayford. The couple met about six years ago when Gayford went to complain to a member of parliament about the then National Party government's proposed changes to security legislation.

Bobi Wine granted bail

May 03, 2019

If standing for what is right is going to hand me my freedom, I will thank God for it. Bobi Wine was arrested on Tuesday after he had been summoned to the CID headquarters to record a statement on allegations of inciting violence. Bobi Wine, whose real name is Robert Kyagulanyi, was arrested on Monday, barely two days after briefly being placed under house arrest after being detained on his way to a concert at his nightclub.

The Belt and Road Initiative; China's commitment to win-win cooperation

May 03, 2019

During the forum, a total of 283 items of practical outcomes were achieved and cooperation agreements worth more than 64 billion United States dollars were signed . These are clear signals that the Chinese leadership is prepared to comply with the best corporate governance practices in worldwide investments, albeit with some critical Chinese strings still attached.

Man Survives Fall Into Most Active Volcano In Hawaii

May 03, 2019

Kilauea is one of five volcanoes on the Big Island and is one of the most active volcanoes in the world, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Ben Hayes, acting park spokesman and chief of interpretation, said another visitor saw the man fall from the 300-foot cliff about 6:30 p.m.

Venezuela’s top court orders arrest of Guaido’s ‘mentor’ Lopez

May 03, 2019

Venezuelan TV shows President Nicolas Maduro dancing on stage in front of supporters, after several days of protests against his regime. Pompeo told Lavrov that Russia's assistance to the leftist leader, whose re-election past year was widely criticized internationally as fraudulent, was "destabilizing" Venezuela .

Judge scrutinized over sentence for bus driver in rape of teen

May 03, 2019

NY court officials say a judge who stoked social media outrage for sentencing a former school bus driver to probation in the rape of a 14-year-old is getting "numerous vitriolic" phone calls. Piche was also charged with first-degree unlawfully dealing with a child and endangering the welfare of a child for allegedly providing the underage victim with alcohol.

Trump announces 'conscience objection' rule for medical care is finalized

May 03, 2019

The new regulation would provide a "regulatory backbone to the First Amendment conscience rights of Americans working in the medical profession". President Donald Trump announced the rule in the Rose Garden during a speech on the National Day of Prayer , touting his administration's work defending religious liberties.

Pelosi: Impeachment threat may prod White House co-operation

May 03, 2019

While most Democrats support relying on federal dollars for infrastructure, neither Trump nor Republican leaders in the Senate have proposed a funding approach for a bill this year. Mick Mulvaney says that he thinks there is a better probability of getting a trade deal with Canada and Mexico accepted than in obtaining infrastructure legislation passed.

Prince Harry & Meghan Markle Comment on Kensington Palace's Instagram Post

May 03, 2019

Charlotte smiles at the camera as she confidently sits on a fence within the grounds of her parents' Norfolk abode. In these latest photos Princess Charlotte looks remarkably like her great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, who turned 93 in April.

Virginia company posts job ad seeking 'preferably Caucasian' candidates

May 03, 2019

A RECRUITMENT firm has apologised after it posted a job advert stating it wanted to hear from candidates who are "preferably Caucasian" . "Cynet apologizes for the anger & frustration caused by the offensive job post", a response posted to Twitter read.

Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh Resigns After Children’s Book Scandal

May 03, 2019

Catherine Pugh sent a letter announcing her resignation as mayor of Baltimore . Last week, federal investigators executed search warrants at Pugh's residences and Baltimore City Hall after the FBI has confirmed it was working with the IRS.

Enigmatic Beluga whale off Norway staying near humans

May 03, 2019

Norway's public broadcaster NRK has put out a video showing the beluga's harness being released. A fisherman jumped into the freezing water to remove the harness. A 2017 report by the Russian Defense Ministry's news channel Star (Zvezda) claimed that the Russian Navy was training white whales, seals and dolphins for Arctic military roles.

New NRA President Lives In Georgia’s Battleground 6th District

May 02, 2019

LaPierre said was worth "millions" per year. Her office issued subpoenas to the NRA and affiliates on April 26, telling them to preserve relevant financial records for the investigation, according to The New York Times. The announcement was made as the N.R.A. grapples with internal and external conflict. Oliver North announced on Saturday that he would not serve a second term as the president of the National Rifle Association .

Facebook bans figureheads of 'dangerous' far-right movements

May 02, 2019

Facebook on Thursday said the site was banning several high-profile users for violating the social network's rules against unsafe individuals and organizations, including Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan and Infowars publisher Alex Jones .

3-eyed python found in - wait for it - Australia

May 02, 2019

A three-eyed snake was found by the wildlife authorities on a highway in northern Australia. Park rangers were recently left baffled after they found a weird, three-eyed python in the Australian Outback. Snake expert, Professor Bryan Fry, from the University of Queensland, says mutations were part of evolution. BBC reports that the snake, a carpet python, was three-months-old when it was found in March.

Defying Congress, US Attorney-General Barr to skip Mueller hearing

May 02, 2019

A day before Wednesday's hearing it was revealed that Mueller sent Barr a letter on March 27 that said Barr's four-page summary of the report sent to Congress "did not fully capture the context, nature, and substance" of the special counsel's investigation.

United Nations adds leader of outlawed Pakistan group to sanctions list

May 02, 2019

Congress leaders put up a fearless face hoping the move against Azhar will not have much electoral impact but admitted the development will certainly give the BJP a talking point, adding to the ruling party's aggressive national security and nationalism narrative.

Father says son moved to Hawaii to fly tour helicopters

May 02, 2019

Ms Burgess has been remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend. She said she had turn onto another street because she was afraid more pieces were going to fall onto the vehicle containing herself and her 16-year-old daughter, who was sitting in the front passenger seat.

Call Amber Guyger Made After Shooting Botham Jean Released

May 02, 2019

Guyger openly says several times that she's probably going to lose her job over this, apparently showing more concern for her career than the innocent Black man she is accused of executing. The attorney representing Jean's family, Daryl Washington, told Fox News on Tuesday, the phone call confirmed "what we've known all the time". "There was nothing in that video or the recording where she ever indicated she thought Botham was trying to harm her", Washington told WFAA .

British PM dismisses defense secretary due to security leakage - PM’s office

May 02, 2019

Last week, British media reported that the security council agreed to let Huawei participate in developing some aspects of the UK's new 5G wireless communications network. "This was not about what was leaked, it was about where this was leaked from, and the importance of maintaining trust and the integrity of the National Security Council".

White House asks Congress for $4.5B for aid, security at border

May 02, 2019

Rapid DNA company ANDE will be the vendor, the official added. Generally, US officials determine a family unit to be a parent with a child. "And children are being used as pawns", former Homeland Secretary Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen in a speech last month.

Trump Sues Banks to Block House Subpoenas for Records

May 02, 2019

In the lawsuits filed by Trump and his family, the complainants accused the Democratic leaders of trying to unearth their financial records with no legitimate and lawful objective. "This lawsuit is not created to succeed; it is only created to put off meaningful accountability as long as possible", they said. The attorneys - Will Consovoy, Patrick Strawbridge and Marc Mukasey - said the lawsuit is meant to protect Trump, his family and his business.

Democratic chairman plans criminal referral for Trump backer Erik Prince

May 02, 2019

Schiff accused Prince, a military contractor who founded Blackwater and whose sister, Betsy DeVos , serves as President Donald Trump's Secretary of Education, of making false statements to Congress about his meeting with a Russian banker in January of 2017, shortly before Trump's inauguration.

Trump, Erdogan discuss working group on Russian S-400

May 02, 2019

U.S. President Donald Trump spoke over the phone with his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday on the issue of Ankara's purchase of a S-400 missile defense system, said the White House. He noted that despite appeals from the US, Turkey will not abandon the purchase of the S-400. Despite Ankara's explanation on the issue, Washington has chose to stop deliveries of F-35 fighter jet parts to Turkey.

Military, Opposition Parties Agree to Form Joint Military-Civilian Council

May 02, 2019

Sudanese men chant slogans as a soldier imitates President Omar al-Bashir waving his trademark cane, on 11 April 2019 during a rally in the capital Khartoum. The protesters have called the military council headed by Burhan "a copy cat of the toppled regime". "We are calling on the revolutionaries to protect the barricades and rebuild them".

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