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Iraq PM vows 'government change' to calm protests

November 11, 2019

Mass protests began at Tahrir Square in Baghdad on October 1 as demonstrators demanded jobs and services, and have swelled in the capital and southern cities with calls for an overhaul of the sectarian political system. The source also told AFP Soleimani met Mohammed Ridha Sistani, the son of Iraq's top Shiite cleric, Grand Ayatollah Ali Sistani. The White House issued a statement Sunday night calling for a halt to the violence against the protesters.

Hong Kong teenager gets abortion after alleged gang rape by police

November 11, 2019

Many universities cancelled classes in the wake of the shooting, and as tear-gas was sacked on campuses for the first time. Police also fired tear gas in the Central business district where some protesters, crouching behind umbrellas, blocked streets as office workers on their lunch break crowded the pavements and hurled anti-government abuse.

Ilhan Omar Says ‘Good Riddance’ to ‘Islamophobe’ Peter King in Brutal Tweet

November 11, 2019

King, 75, is a 14-term congressman who was first elected to New York's 2nd district in 1992. In 2017, King was named as the most bipartisan member of Congress by the Lugar Center in an index ranking of all members in the 114th congress.

James Le Mesurier: White Helmets backer discovered dead in Turkey

November 11, 2019

An investigation has been launched into his demise, Anadolu talked about, together with that police take into account he might have fallen to his dying. "Setting up the White Helmets was one of the most significant humanitarian acts we've seen in Syria". Hailed as fearless rescue workers by the Western media, the White Helmets have been accused of associating with Al-Qaeda and other terrorist groups inside Syria.

Remembrance Sunday: thousands gather to honour the fallen

November 11, 2019

An aide laid a wreath on behalf of the queen's 98-yr-outdated husband Prince Philip, who has retired from community engagements. The Queen shed a tear during the ceremony , where she was joined on the balcony by Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall and Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge .

China wants trade deal badly but it must be right, says Trump

November 11, 2019

Germany's DAX shed 0.2% to 13,196.21. Later, a man was in critical condition after he was set on fire during an argument in the semi-autonomous Chinese territory. According to CNBC, China is pushing the U.S.to remove tariffs after the Trump administration imposed tariffs on more than $500 billion of Chinese goods, accusing Beijing of unfair trade practices, including forced technology transfers and intellectual property theft.

Virginia Democrats' speaker pick would be first woman in job - 47abc

November 11, 2019

As RTD reporter Jeff Schapiro points out, "#Va's first female House speaker is from NoVa, as are the new majority leader and Democratic caucus chairman, Charniele Herring and Rip Sullivan , respectively". Tuesday was the third election in a row that Virginia Democrats have made significant gains since President Donald Trump was elected. The full House of Delegates will officially vote to confirm a new Speaker on the first day of the 2020 legislative session.

Winter Weather Advisory for parts of Southwest Iowa

November 11, 2019

This snowfall is due to a developing low-pressure system which will track south of the lower Great Lakes on Monday. Temperatures will likely stay below freezing from Monday night through Thursday morning. The boundary layer will likely deepen through the day and allow for too much instability to organize the snow into a singular band. The advisory is for Monday into Monday night .

Turkey Says to Begin Repatriation of ISIS Prisoners on Monday

November 11, 2019

Underlining Turkey's determination to fight Daesh/ISIS, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said that over the years Turkey has barred entry of 76,000 members of the terror group. Many of the ISIS fighters have lost citizenship from their home countries. Britain has stripped more than 100 people of their citizenship for allegedly joining jihadist groups overseas.

Top US general says 500-600 American troops to stay in Syria

November 11, 2019

In an ABC interview that aired Sunday on "This Week", Gen. Milley said US troops will remain in Syria "for a significant amount of time because it's in our national interest to be there to help out". Pivoting from the dramatic killing of the Islamic State group's leader, the Pentagon is increasing US efforts to protect Syria's oil fields from the extremist group as well as from Syria itself and the country's Russian allies.

Monday's Snow Storm Has Been Upgraded To A Winter Storm Warning

November 11, 2019

Winds out of the north anywhere between 10 to 20 miles per hour will create wind chill values in the 20s through out the day on Tuesday . Lake effect snow bands will develop across the primary and secondary snowbelt region on the heels of the widespread snow.

Trump says will probably release second Ukraine transcript on Tuesday

November 11, 2019

The phone call came about three months before the July 25 call that triggered the impeachment inquiry into his efforts to allegedly push Ukraine to investigate former Vice President Joe Biden's and son Hunter Biden's business dealings in the country.

Man set on fire during chaotic Hong Kong day

November 11, 2019

Many universities cancelled classes in the wake of the shooting, and as tear-gas was sacked on campuses for the first time. Although officials formally withdrew the bill, public anger has continued with activists demanding the resignation of the semi-autonomous Chinese territory's leader, Chief Executive Carrie Lam.

Temperatures to drop below freezing nearly every night this week

November 11, 2019

The Met Office say: 'The end of the week will probably remain cold and unsettled, with rain/showers and some snow on northern hills. "About western regions, notably the increased floor of Wales, some snow is also likely, with regional accumulations of a several centimetres are possible.

Queen Elizabeth II Tearful During Emotional Remembrance Day Ceremony

November 11, 2019

It was their first appearance as a group in public since Harry and Meghan admitted they were struggling with the media spotlight. The annual ceremony was attended by the royal family members as well as UK Prime Minister Johnson and opposition leader Jeremy Corbyn .

Turkey says it has started repatriation of captured ISIS militants

November 11, 2019

Turkey has over the past few weeks criticized Western nations, including Britain and the Netherlands, for refusing to take back their nationals who had joined the militant group and vowed to send back IS militants - even if their citizenship has been revoked.

Steve Bannon testifies in Roger Stone trial

November 11, 2019

But Bannon added that Stone never said he had access to "non-public" documents, but only had access to documents that were on the WikiLeaks website for anyone with a computer to access. "I'm not sure they understood the political ramifications and political nature of this case", said Stone. U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson later issued a gag order in the case, after Stone's frequent statements to the media and a controversial Instagram post featuring an image of Jackson with crosshairs.

Far-right party makes big gains in Spain election

November 11, 2019

Spanish voters were heading to the polls for the fourth time since 2015 - and the second time this year - after Socialist leader Pedro Sanchez found he was unable to govern, but the election results did not increase his mandate. The election also comes as Spain finds itself increasingly polarised by the Catalan crisis, which has deepened in recent weeks. The arrest and long jail terms to independence leaders prompted mass demonstrations and riots in Barcelona.

Kartarpur sets positive example, says US

November 11, 2019

Sidhu showered exorbitant gratitude for the Pakistani Prime Minister, thanking him on the behalf of "14 crore Sikhs' for conceiving the Kartarpur corridor project". Indian pilgrims of all faiths and persons of Indian origin can use the corridor. The US welcomes the opening of a new border crossing between India and Pakistan, the Kartarpur Corridor, US State Department Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus said in a video posted on her official twitter handle.

The Impeachment Inquiry Public Hearings: What To Expect

November 11, 2019

The committees led by Democrats are wrapping up the closed-door phase of their investigation before open hearings start next Wednesday with testimony from two diplomats who have been interviewed behind closed doors, William Taylor, the top USA diplomat in Ukraine, and Deputy Assistant Secretary of State George Kent.

Bengals draft targets to know in heavyweight Alabama vs. LSU showdown

November 11, 2019

The balloon slasher was charged with criminal mischief first degree, Tuscaloosa police told AL.com. On November 5, a University of Alabama student revealed that the school's Student Government Association had sent out an email warning student organizations against engaging "disruptive behavior" at the game.

Nunes demands Schiff testify in private as part of House impeachment inquiry

November 11, 2019

But he vowed the inquiry would not be "a vehicle to undertake the same sham investigations into the Bidens... that the president pressed Ukraine to conduct for his personal political benefit". Before departing on Saturday on a flight to Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Trump said he probably would release on Tuesday the transcript of an April 21 call he made to congratulate Zelenskiy on his presidential election victory.

Why does the Queen wear five poppies?

November 11, 2019

It could be a cheap trip to the pub too, as First Bus have announced that they are offering free travel on Remembrance Sunday to eligible veterans. According to the British Legion, there is no "correct" way to wear a poppy. The charity adds that the poppy should also not be seen as a symbol of religion or politics, but instead is a way to show support for the service and sacrifice of the Armed Forces, veterans and their families.

Trump to release another Ukraine call transcript on Tuesday

November 11, 2019

Here is what to expect from the hearings. Now I'll give you a second transcript because I actually had two calls with the president of Ukraine . Trump appeared to take aim at a number of party members starting to attack his July 25 chat with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy while still arguing it was not deserving of ousting an elected president.

Crashed Porsche ends up lodged in second floor of building

November 11, 2019

The Porsche was traveling at a high rate of speed, headed northbound, when the driver lost control and hit a median, causing the vehicle to go airborne, Toms River Police Department Media Relations Specialist Jillian Messina said in an email to NBC News.

Winter Storm Watch For All Of WNY On Monday

November 11, 2019

Monday until 10 a.m. Wednesday. We'll add on to these totals Tuesday in the Primary & Secondary Snowbelt when the lake-effect snow bands set up. For tonight , we will see a chance for rain and snow this evening, with light snow increasing late tonight .

Trump Chides Republicans For Insufficiently Backing Him

November 11, 2019

Republicans may also follow the lead of Republican Representative Michael Turner, a member of the intelligence committee who said in September that Trump's telephone conversation with Zelenskiy was "not ok", but impeachment would be an "assault" on the electorate.

Mural of activist Greta Thunberg going up in San Francisco

November 11, 2019

The non-profit environmental group One Atmosphere, which is supplying all the paint for the project, reportedly reached out to Cobre after developers had broken ground on a long-awaited rental building at 1028 Market street, signifying that the Robin Williams mural would soon disappear.

On Berlin Wall Anniversary, Trump Calls Germany "Treasured" Ally

November 11, 2019

That was where the East German pro-democracy movement gained momentum in 1989, with the now-legendary Monday Demonstrations that ultimately spelled the end of the East German regime. Representatives of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, which were part of the Soviet Union, said the collapse of the wall brought hope to their nations, as well.

Kevin Lunney probe: Homes and businesses searched in Ireland and UK

November 11, 2019

He was slashed with a knife and left with broken bones. He was dumped on a road in County Cavan, Republic of Ireland, 22 miles (35km) from where he was abducted. Gardaí yesterday searched five locations in Co Cavan, three in Co Longford and four in Dublin, while the PSNI also searched five locations in Derrylin.

Facebook, Google Considering Changes In Political Ad Policies

November 11, 2019

Twitter Chief Govt Officer Jack Dorsey launched final 7 days that the web site will ban political advertisements, indicating "political message arrive at must be attained, not purchased". It actually will not be clear if these individuals designs would see Google rule out advertising and marketing marketing campaign ads altogether, as Twitter Inc .

Get ready for snow and bitter cold

November 11, 2019

Central Pennsylvania could get around a quarter of an inch of snow on Monday , while areas in northwest Pennsylvania could see around 2 inches. The lake-effect snow will taper off Tuesday evening. Right now the models are in agreement that this might be our first significant snowfall of the season. If you're not in the lake effect zone, you are done with snow by late Monday afternoon.

Speier: ‘The Whistleblower Has Great Risk Associated with His Life Right Now’

November 11, 2019

Other Republicans maintained that Trump sought to hold up much-needed military aid to Ukraine over general concerns about corruption - despite closed-door testimony from witnesses who said the White House had threatened to withdraw the aid unless Kyiv announced investigations for Trump's political benefit.

Nikki Haley: Top aides 'told ex-UN envoy to undermine Trump'

November 11, 2019

In her upcoming memoir, With All Due Respect , set to be released on Tuesday, Haley detailed a disagreement she had with then-Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and then-White House Chief of Staff John Kelly during a meeting regarding her recommendation to withhold funding for a United Nations agency that backed Palestinians.

Spanish election: Polls to open for fourth vote in four years

November 11, 2019

That leaves them further away from the needed 176-seat majority, even with the support of its natural left-wing ally, the anti-austerity United We Can party, which shed 7 seats to 35. Spain, a country which returned to democracy after a near four-decade right-wing dictatorship under the late General Francisco Franco, used to take pride in claiming no far-right group had seats in the national parliament, unlike the rest of Europe.

After governor's invite to BJP, NCP plans for 'alternative government' in Maharashtra

November 11, 2019

Raut hit out at Maharashtra's caretaker chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and accused him of playing politics of fear, while making a reference to German dictator Adolf Hitler. However, with the BJP unable to muster numbers in view of the Sena's stand not to support it on the issue of sharing of power and the post of the chief minister, the party on Sunday declined to form government.

Sharply colder Monday, morning light snow

November 11, 2019

It doesn't look like there will be much time for roads to dry, so there could be slick spots on the roads for the Tuesday evening commute. The record for coldest high on Wednesday is 37° from 1911. Rain showers are possible for the tail end of the day in the MI counties, but the rain changes over to snow for everyone tonight into Monday morning .

Watch this adorable beluga whale play fetch with a football

November 11, 2019

The video of the giant fish returning with the ball in its mouth has become a new internet sensation and has left netizens in awe. New Zealand Herald reports that the video was taken by crew members aboard the Gemini Craft , which is now at sea in the Arctic Pole.

American Airlines Will Extend Boeing 737 Max Flight Cancellations Until March 5

November 10, 2019

The domestic-focused U.S. carrier, which had previously set February 8 as a return date for the MAX, said "proactively" removing the aircraft from service reduced the likelihood of last-minute cancellations and disruption. Boeing officials revealed they are unsure if software changes requested by government regulators for the grounded 737 MAX fleet will further delay the return of the planes.

Meghan wows in £25k earrings as she attends Festival of Remembrance

November 10, 2019

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry joined Prince William and Kate Middleton for Remembrance Day. He retired from public duties in 2017. A year ago she stood next to Elke Büdenbender, the wife of Germany's President Frank-Walter Steinmeier.

Australian bushfires turn deadly, destroy dozens of homes

November 10, 2019

Ross Bradstock, from the Centre for Environmental Management of Bushfires at the University of Wollongong, described the situation as "unprecedented" for the affected regions, which have rarely - if ever - experienced such severe fires. Emotions were running high at an evacuation centre in Taree, with one man breaking down in tears as he was embraced by Prime Minister Scott Morrison.

Facebook is deleting the name of the potential whistleblower

November 10, 2019

Social media giant says affordability and internet access hinder chances of increase. Conservative commentator Candace Owens, for example, twice posted tweets that purported to name and show images of the whistleblower. Conversely, a Twitter spokesperson told CNN that tweeting the name didn't violate its rules. The Washington Post and the New York Times have said that they are refraining from naming the whistleblower, and other mainstream news outlets also have not made such ...

Schiff Denies Republican Calls for Trump Whistleblower to Testify: ‘Redundant and Unnecessary’

November 10, 2019

Trump", Nunes wrote, reported Fox News . And he also has the right under the law, under the whistleblower statute, to have his whistleblower complaint filed and for him to be anonymous. Democrats claim that the whistleblower's testimony is irrelevant at this point because the witnesses who have already testified have provided more information on President Trump's July 25 phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the heart of the inquiry than the whistleblower would be able to ...

Trump impeachment inquiry: Public hearing schedule

November 10, 2019

Separately, on Tuesday, House investigators released text messages from Mr Taylor in which he expressed concerns to Mr Volker that he was "struggling" with a decision to take the Ukraine job because he was anxious whether anyone could "succeed with the Giuliani-Biden issue swirling for the next 18 months".

Rouhani: Iran finds new oilfield with 53 billion barrels

November 10, 2019

Domestic media reported the discovery on Sunday, and the oil ministry said it plans to hold a news conference on Monday to announce details of the find. The remaining parties to the accord - Britain, China, France, Germany and Russian Federation - have worked to save it by avoiding U.S. sanctions, but their efforts have so far borne little fruit.

Rare opportunity: Thousands gather ahead of rare Japan imperial parade

November 10, 2019

Tight security will be in place, with police conducting ID checks at buildings along with the route and baggage inspections at dozens of locations from the morning. There are expectations that Naruhito, the first emperor with a college degree who also studied overseas, and his Harvard-educated wife Masako, will internationalise the imperial household.

Donald Trump May Attend Russia's Victory Day Military Parade Next May

November 10, 2019

Russian Federation holds a military parade in Moscow's Red Square every year on 9 May to celebrate the defeat of Nazi Germany. "That's right in the middle of our campaign season, but I am thinking I would certainly think about it. Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was barred on Monday from running in next year's presidential election after officials ruled he was ineligible to take part due to a suspended prison sentence he says was trumped up.

Shock in Russian Federation as Napoleon expert confesses to chopping up lover

November 10, 2019

His Police statement revealed that Sokolov is believed to have planned to get rid of the body, after which he would have committed suicide publicly while dressed as French statesman and military leader Napoleon Bonaparte, local news outlet, 47, reported .

Inmate Argued His Life Sentence Ended When He Died And Was Revived

November 10, 2019

Per court records cited by the Washington Post , the now-66-year-old developed kidney stones in March 2015 so big they "caused him to urinate internally" and led to septic poisoning. Schreiber had signed a "do not resuscitate" order years earlier, but hospital staff administered fluids through an IV after his brother in Texas said Schreiber should be given something to ease his pain.

No wall too high to be broken down: Merkel

November 10, 2019

It was followed a year later by the reunification of Germany in 1990. Recalling the United States' key role in helping to bring down the hated Wall separating communist East from capitalist West, Steinmeier said he still hears the late American president Ronald Reagan's cry of "tear down this wall" at the iconic Brandenburg Gate.

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