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Ford announces 7,000 job cuts

May 20, 2019

In a letter to employees, Ford CEO Jim Hackett said the restructuring is reducing bureaucracy and making Ford "flatter" - meaning most teams have no more than 9 layers of management, rather than up to 14. The cuts brought withering criticism of GM from President Donald Trump and Congress, especially the closing of a small-car factory in Lordstown, Ohio.

China opposes USA warship's sailing near China's Huangyan Island

May 20, 2019

Washington's daring actions followed last week's Chinese announcement that it will impose tariffs of up to 25 percent on $60 billion worth of American products, in retaliation for Trump's levies on $200 billion of Chinese goods. Earlier in the month, a U.S. destroyer had conducted drills with a Japanese aircraft carrier along with two Indian naval ships and a Philippine patrol vessel in the waterways in the South China Sea.

Eiffel Tower Evacuated in Paris

May 20, 2019

The Eiffel Tower, which is considered to be the French capital's major symbol, is visited by several millions of people annually. It wasn't immediately clear how the trespasser managed to get past the stringent security system. An Eiffel Tower spokeswoman told Reuters news agency: "The man entered the tower normally and started to climb once he was on the second floor". In October 2017 the tower was also evacuated after a young man ventured out on one of the beams and threatened to ...

Swedish prosecutor files request for Assange's arrest

May 20, 2019

Australian-born Assange faces a charge of conspiracy to commit computer intrusion in the US. Assange is now serving jail time in the United Kingdom. According to Poveda, this decision was taken on 1 May by a court in the Ecuadorian capital of Quito.The lawyer recalled that Assange remains an Ecuadorian citizen, and since no investigation is being conducted against him in this country, the material evidence related to him can not be transferred to a third country.

President Zelensky dismisses Ukraine parliament after inauguration

May 20, 2019

He ditched the idea of a traditional motorcade to his inauguration, walking to the parliament through a park packed with people. The eastern Donbass region which has been gripped by unrest since the conflict began in 2014. Zelenskiy wrapped up his speech at parliament by referring to his career as a comedian. "To all Ukrainians, no matter where you are, I promise that I will never let you down", Zelensky had said after the results were announced.

Syrian Army Announces Unilateral Ceasefire in Idlib Despite Militants' Shelling

May 20, 2019

The United Nations has warned of a humanitarian crisis unfolding in Syria's northwest province of Idlib, as Western powers challenged Syria and its ally Russian Federation to provide assurances that attacks on hospitals and schools would stop.

Navy destroyer sails past Chinese-claimed reef in South China Sea

May 20, 2019

Earlier this month, US President Donald Trump hiked tariffs on $200 billion in Chinese goods, with China announcing it would raise tariffs on $60 billion in US merchandise from June 1 in retaliation. intrusion into the South China Sea this month. The operation was the latest attempt to counter what Washington sees as Beijing's efforts to limit freedom of navigation in the strategic waters, where Chinese, Japanese and some Southeast Asian navies operate.

Joe Biden holds first official presidential campaign rally in Philadelphia

May 20, 2019

Democrat Joe Biden aimed his frontrunner campaign directly at Donald Trump on Saturday, attacking him as the "divider-in-chief" and insisting the nation's top priority is denying the USA president reelection in 2020. The latest RealClearPolitics aggregate puts him at 39.1 percent support, more than double the 16.4 percent of his nearest rival, liberal Senator Bernie Sanders .

Dem Rep. Jayapal: Amash Calling For Trump’s Impeachment a 'Watershed Moment'

May 20, 2019

In a series of tweets , Amash - a member of the ultra-conservative Freedom Caucus - said "few members of Congress even read Mueller's report ", which identified "multiple examples of conduct satisfying all the elements of obstruction of justice".

Bank staff flagged Trump, Kushner transactions

May 20, 2019

No, I built a great business and don't need banks, but if I did they would be there.and DeutscheBank was very good and highly professional to deal with - and if for any reason I didn't like them, I would have gone elsewhere.there was always plenty of money around and banks to choose from.

Buttigieg takes to Fox News and slams Fox News

May 20, 2019

On tonight's FOX News town hall Mayor Pete Buttigieg called out Tucker Carlson for calling immigrants "dirty" and Laura Ingraham for calling child detention centers " summer camps ". A spokeswoman for Fox News did not respond to CNN's request for comment. "So weird to watch Crazy Bernie on @Fox News", Trump tweeted . "The tweets are.

Kate visits her Chelsea Flower Show garden

May 20, 2019

But then it does help if your mother has helped design a Chelsea garden, and your parents have organised a sneak preview. Photographs show the children getting up to all sorts of things not normally considered natural Chelsea behaviour. Kate has made "early years" intervention one of the cornerstones of her work after seeing how so many problems faced by adults she has met - such as mental health issues, addiction and social exclusion - stem from their childhood.

O'Rourke: I Regret Launching Campaign on Vanity Fair Cover

May 20, 2019

The Texas Democrat expressed nearly immediate regret about the Vanity Fair issue, which featured a photo shoot by portrait photographer Annie Leibovitz and a quote from O'Rourke splashed across the cover - "I want to be in it. Referring to President Trump's "Crazy Hands" nickname for himself and name-calling towards other candidates, O'Rourke said, "We can not descend into more of that division, and bitterness and hatred and racism that so defines that man in his presidency".

Brexit: New UK PM will not alter withdrawal deal - Coveney

May 20, 2019

He added Labour does not now support legislation to implement the Government's Withdrawal Agreement as he has heard nothing which suggests it will be "fundamentally any different" to what was previously put forward. He said he believed Mrs May was a "decent person" trying to find a middle ground position, but had been thwarted by an "impossible" Conservative Party.

Germany passes resolution condemning BDS as antisemitic

May 20, 2019

German lawmakers on Friday approved a resolution denouncing the Boycott, Divest and Sanctions movement against Israel , describing its methods as anti-Semitic and reminiscent of Nazi-era calls to boycott Jews. "It (the motion) has broader European significance given that BDS makes no attempt to build coexistence and peace between Israel and all of its neighbours", he wrote on Twitter.

Morrison knew in 2016 of Australia's resettlement of Rwandans accused of killings

May 20, 2019

USA media outlet Politico has reported that the two men involved in the killings of eight tourists in Uganda were taken to Australia in November as part of a contentious refugee swap first negotiated by former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull and the Obama administration.

McDonald's suspends milkshake sales to prevent weaponization by anti-Farage activists

May 20, 2019

Police anxious that protesters would buy milkshakes from the Edinburgh McDonald's with the sole goal of pouring them on the Brexit leader's head. Located roughly 500 feet from the location of Friday's rally, McDonald's decision to briefly suspend milkshake sales may have prevented Mr. Farage , a longtime member of the European Parliament, from suffering the same sticky fate as fellow right-wing candidates Stephen Yaxley-Lennon and Carl Benjamin, who were both recently drenched with ...

Facebook removes fake accounts targeting Africa

May 20, 2019

One of the websites that belong to the Archimedes Group claims it " took significant roles in many political and public campaigns, among them Presidential elections and other social media projects all over the world ". In total, Gleicher said Facebook had removed 65 Facebook accounts, 161 pages, 23 groups and 12 events. "We have shared information about our analysis with industry partners and policymakers", says Gleicher.

Protesters tear down roadblocks in Sudan’s capital, want military to resume talks

May 20, 2019

Before talks were suspended, the two sides had agreed on several key issues, including a three-year transition period and the creation of a 300-member parliament, with two-thirds of legislators to come from the protesters' umbrella group.

Toddler apprehended at US-Mexico border dies in El Paso hospital

May 20, 2019

U.S. Customs and Border Protection said the boy's mother told agents he was sick on April 6, three days after they were apprehended, and he was hospitalized that day. The child's mother remains in the USA, awaiting resolution of her immigration case, according to the agency official. Central American migrants wait to be taken into custody after crossing into the United States from Mexico on February 1, 2019, in El Paso, Texas.

Central U.S. braces for severe weather, including tornadoes

May 20, 2019

Increasing rain and thunderstorm chances late in the afternoon through the evening. The severe weather could bring damaging winds of more than 60 miles per hour, or even golf ball-sized hail and the potential for tornadoes, given that mid to late May is peak tornado season for southern and central Plains states, Chenard said.

Venezuela Govt Talking With Opposition in Norway

May 20, 2019

Maduro appearing on state TV said that in contrast to authorities in Washington, he has ordered security to be beefed up at the USA embassy in Caracas to protect the property belonging to the United States government . Dujarric said the U.N.is "very supportive" of such initiatives. "We strongly encourage the parties to find a political and peaceful solution in order to avoid further escalation", a ministry spokeswoman said.

Hero dog in Thailand saves new baby buried alive by mother

May 20, 2019

The locals then rushed the baby to the hospital, and he was cleaned up and declared healthy by the doctors. Police later arrested the mother and charged her with attempted murder. The animal had been sniffing at a spot of the field and suddenly started to dig up a leg of the child came to the fore, according to the British " BBC ".

Kami Rita Sherpa to climb Everest again next week

May 20, 2019

Kami Rita Sherpa, a 49-year old veteran guide for mountaineers to Mount Everest , has set a record for climbing the Everest a record number of times. "Indian climber Narayan Singh died in Mt Makalu". Kami Rita made history on May 16, 2018, reaching the summit of Everest 22 times. A day earlier his team lost an Irish member, Seamus Lawless , 39, when he slipped from below the "balcony" area at around 8,300 metres.

Rihanna Slams Alabama Governor for Abortion Ban

May 20, 2019

Wade , but he noted his standard would be "pretty close". This is the latest in a wave of anti-abortion laws passed by state legislatures. "DA Howard has no intention of ever prosecuting a woman under this new law", Chris Hopper, director of public affairs for Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard, told 11 Alive News .

UK Warns British-Iranian Dual Nationals from Traveling to Iran

May 20, 2019

Authorities allege that a sabotage operation targeted four oil tankers off the coast of the United Arab Emirates, and Iran-aligned rebels in Yemen claimed responsibility for a drone attack on a crucial Saudi oil pipeline. The FCO gave a similar warning last month after the heavy rainfalls which caused massive flooding and damages all around Iran, and advised against "all but essential travel" to the Islamic Republic.

Early clues in United States womb-cutting case not passed on

May 20, 2019

In addition to the mother and daughter, Clarisa Figueroa's boyfriend, Piotr Bobak, 40, was charged with concealing the death of a person and concealing a homicidal death. Ochoa-Lopez's mother, Raquel Uriostegui, said her daughter was born in Mexico and came to the United States when she was 2 years old. Police did not connect Ochoa-Lopez's disappearance and the 911 call about the baby until May 7, when friends of the teen directed detectives to her social media account, which showed she had ...

Second US appeals court rules Trump can not end protections for 'Dreamers'

May 20, 2019

A federal appeals court ruled Friday that President Trump's 2017 attempt to phase out the Obama-era DACA deportation amnesty for illegal immigrant "Dreamers", saying his administration didn't do enough to justify his reasoning. White House press secretary Sarah Sanders told reporters that "every single time that we have put forward or anyone else has put forward any type of immigration plan that has included DACA it's failed".

Qatar Trying to Defuse Tensions amid Iran Crisis

May 20, 2019

Iran has denied responsibility for the attacks through its foreign ministry, warning against "plots by ill-wishers to disrupt regional security". It was not the first time that Yemeni forces used drones in their retaliatory raids, but Tuesday's drone raids, which hit deep inside the Saudi kingdom, was seen by analysts as a sign of a significant leap in the Yemeni army's drone capabilities.

Modi looks likely to stay in power after mammoth Indian election

May 20, 2019

Vote counting officially begins on May 23. Opinion polls predict that the BJP may lose seats this time despite its formidable campaigning machine, meaning it might need a coalition to form a new government. Congress leader Ajay Rai, who lost to Modi in the last elections, will again face the prime minister while SP has fielded Shalini Yadav from the seat.

Syrian air defenses intercept ‘projectiles’ coming from Israeli-controlled territory

May 20, 2019

The news agency said Syrian air defenses shot down several "objects". SANA said "the foreign bodies" were coming from the southern region of Quneitra on the edge of the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, also like the report Friday. If confirmed to be an attack, it would not be the first Israeli missile attack to target Syrian sites. Israel has carried out dozens of air raids in neighboring Syria.

Vote Count in Australian Election Shows Close Contest

May 20, 2019

The government had gone into the election as a minority government, with just 73 seats. Five seats were still in doubt. Labor had picked up only 65 so far of the 76 needed to form a majority government, while the coalition was sitting on 74.

Trump tells anti-abortion activists to stay united for 2020

May 20, 2019

The law passed in Alabama allows no exceptions for rape and incest after six weeks, a measure that even some like longtime televangelist Pat Roberts have labeled too "extreme". "And I know many states around the country are embracing life". "Also know that banning abortion will destroy more lives than it saves". "We're going to return to where women will do abortions to themselves", 81-year-old Maralyn Mosley told the Montgomery Advertiser.

Austria Chancellor Calls For Snap Elections After 'Russia-Linked' Video Scandal

May 20, 2019

The scandal set off speculation about the future of Austria's governing coalition between Strache's far-right, anti-immigration Freedom Party and Chancellor Sebastian Kurz's center-right People's Party. He said that he had had no further contact with the woman and she gave no contributions to the party. After hours of chanting and whistling, thousands of demonstrators on Saturday cheered the collapse of Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz's government over a corruption scandal - and the ...

Southern plains stuck by tornadoes, severe storms ahead for the region

May 20, 2019

Trees and power lines were also blown over, the agency reported . There were reports of a risky and large tornado in Beauregard Parish, Louisiana, early Sunday morning. Gusty wind, hail and potential tornadoes were forecast Saturday across the Southeast. Locally, 4 to 6 inches of rain is possible in parts of the Southern Plains over the next few days.

ExxonMobil evacuates foreign staff from Iraqi oilfield

May 20, 2019

The minister said he had asked Exxon Mobil officials for an explanation on evacuations. "For us, this withdrawal is unacceptable and unjustified because other global companies are working freely and safely in developing oil fields", he added in a statement.

F-16 fighter jet crashes into warehouse in California

May 20, 2019

Images from the scene show a gaping hole left in the roof of a warehouse. Live video from a news helicopter showed that the plane appeared to have crashed upon landing. "He started losing control of the aircraft". "I just made a run for it". A parachute and an ejector seat could be seen sitting in a nearby field. It will be recovered once authorities make sure the weapons don't pose a risk, he said.

Donald Trump has golf scores hacked on handicap account

May 20, 2019

As a response to Trump's comment, European Trade Commissioner, Cecilia Malmstroem said on Twitter , "we completely reject the notion that our auto exports are a national security threat". Friday's proclamation was intended "to protect the American automobile industry, its workforce, and American innovation", the White House said in a statement .

Poll code violation: TMC complains to EC against PM

May 20, 2019

He will offer prayers at Badrinath on May 19. Prime Minister Narendra Modi offers prayers at Kedarnath temple: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday offered prayers Kedarnath temple after campaigning for the seventh and final phase of the 2019 Lok Sabha elections ended in the country on Friday.

USA pulls diplomatic staff from Iraq amid Iran concerns

May 20, 2019

Normal visa services at United States offices in Baghdad and Erbil would be suspended. On Wednesday, the USA was more specific, saying there was an "imminent" threat to USA personnel in Iraq from Iraqi militias allegedly controlled by Tehran.

China backs Iran during US tensions

May 20, 2019

Iran's Foreign Minister, for his part, mentioned that Iran is not responsible for tensions in relation to the nuclear deal and the Iranian side is not willing to withdraw from this agreement. Intelligence agencies have been monitoring the activities of the Quds force for an extended period to calibrate the extent of their influence on friendly militias operating in Iraq and Syria, with the focus intensifying in recent weeks as the Iran nuclear deal has unravelled.

Boris Johnson clear favourite among UK Conservative members to succeed PM May

May 20, 2019

The collapse in both parties talks came shortly after May agreed to set out a timetable for her departure following Brexit voting in the parliament, which is scheduled to take place in the week starting June 3. "There are only two ways out of the Brexit crisis that we've got, either Parliament agrees a deal or we go back to the British people and ask them to make the choice", he said.

China’s tough rhetoric leaves trade talks with U.S. in limbo

May 20, 2019

So the ultimate burden of the tariffs will be borne by USA consumers. However, President Donald Trump's tweets a fortnight ago, threatening to escalate tariffs on Chinese imports put a big question mark over this assumption, and the implementation of that threat has crystallised many of those fears.

Labour's Corbyn moves closer to backing second Brexit referendum

May 20, 2019

Labour said it was unable to win assurances that any agreement reached would be honoured by the next Tory leader, while the Tories claim that splits in Labour over whether to hold a second referendum were to blame. International Development Secretary Rory Stewart said that despite the collapse last week of cross-party talks aimed at finding an agreed way forward, there was little that divided the two sides.

US reaches deal with Canada, Mexico to remove steel, aluminum tariffs

May 20, 2019

Seade helped lead negotiations a year ago for the new United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) after U.S. President Donald Trump insisted on reworking the quarter-century-old North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). eastern daylight time on May 20, 2019, and shall continue in effect, unless such actions are expressly reduced, modified, or terminated. Targeted US products include Harley-Davidson motorcycles, bourbon, peanuts, blue jeans, steel and aluminum.

Trump threatens to destroy Iran if it seeks fight with US

May 20, 2019

Among Democratic presidential hopefuls appearing on the Sunday shows, the Hawaii congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, a military veteran, told ABC's This Week Trump was "leading us down this risky path towards a war in Iran ". In July 2018 , Trump wrote on Twitter: "To Iranian President Rouhani: NEVER, EVER THREATEN THE UNITED STATES AGAIN OR YOU WILL SUFFER CONSEQUENCES THE LIKES OF WHICH FEW THROUGHOUT HISTORY HAVE EVER SUFFERED BEFORE".

Columbine survivor Austin Eubanks found dead at 37

May 20, 2019

Eubanks's body was discovered on Saturday at his home in Steamboats Springs, Colorado , Routt County Coroner Robert Ryg said. He was 37 years old. Mr Eubanks' death came a month after the 20th anniversary of the Columbine High School shooting, in which 12 students and a teacher were killed by two other students, who then killed themselves.

Rocket attack hits Baghdad's Green Zone

May 20, 2019

At the time, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo blamed Iranian militants for "indirect fire" - which usually means rockets or artillery - against the US consulate. The groups say they already follow the orders of the Iraqi state and are not planning to target US interests. The apparent attack in central Baghdad , which Iraq's state-run news agency said did not cause casualties, came amid heightened tensions across the Persian Gulf after the White House ordered warships and bombers to the ...

Former CIA chief Brennan to brief Dems on Iran

May 20, 2019

The semi-official Fars news agency quoted Gen. Hossein Salami as saying that the USA political system had become weak, making an analogy to the September 11, 2001, terror attacks. In Iraq, Exxon Mobil began evacuating staff from Basra amid the tensions with Iran, two Iraqi officials told The Associated Press . The advisory, which also covers airspace over the Gulf of Oman , comes amid rising tensions between the United States and Iran.

Tourists injured in bus blast near Egypt's Giza Pyramids

May 20, 2019

The nationalities of those injured haven't been officially disclosed yet, though, according to Sky News Arabia, the injured people include ten Egyptian nationals and seven tourists from South Africa. The industry has been recovering since a sharp drop in visitor numbers after the turmoil of the Arab Spring in 2011 and the bombing of a Russian passenger jet in 2015, when 224 people were killed.

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