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Anderson Cooper Calls Rod Blagojevich Claims BS in Fiery CNN Interview

February 25, 2020

Cooper went through the legal process and how it "wasn't prosecutors who convicted you", bringing up not just the jury verdict but his subsequent appeal and how the vote to impeach and remove him was pretty much unanimous and overwhelmingly bipartisan.

Home Secretary Priti Patel embroiled in bullying allegations row

February 25, 2020

There were reportedly angry scenes at the top echelons of United Kingdom administration after she allegedly tried to oust her most senior civil servant, Sir Philip Rutnam after he raised concerns about her behaviour and the way she treats staff of her cabinet office.

China Expels Three US Journalists After Its Media Listed as 'Foreign Missions'

February 25, 2020

China's move to revoke the credentials of the three WSJ journalists marks a drastic escalation in its tightening media landscape, which has seen the effective expulsion of multiple foreign reporters over the past five years. 3 article described China as the "sick man of Asia", a phrase often used by 19th century European powers to describe the weakened state of the Qing Empire, which then governed China.

Thai court dissolves key pro-democracy party

February 25, 2020

Another Thaksin-linked party was dissolved ahead of last year's election. All of them said the disagreed with the charter court's ruling and said they felt independent organisations had bowed to dictatorship. "I think the Future Forward base is very deep, and it's broadening". A giant banner at Bangkok's Thammasat University read: "There is no justice in this country ".

'Foreign object debris': New potentially deadly Boeing 737 MAX problem found

February 25, 2020

But the pilots struggled to control the plane, which entered a steep dive reaching speeds of 575 miles per hour, before crashing into a field, killing all 157 people on board. The preliminary report from Ethiopia past year found that the 737 Max's crew was able to climb as high as 13,400 feet and request permission to return to the airport, after temporarily disabling part of the system.

Inmate says in letter that he killed 2 molesters in prison

February 25, 2020

He could face up to life in prison if he is convicted of the attempted transfer of a toxin for use as a weapon, with lesser charges for mailing threatening communications and mailing a risky substance. This January 9, 2020, file photo shows Jonathan Watson . Watson went to turn himself in and then chose to beat another convicted child molester to death as he tried to track down a guard.

Search underway for Tennessee toddler family last saw 2 months ago

February 25, 2020

The 15-month-old girl was last seen sometime in December , according to authorities - but she was officially reported missing only on Tuesday. Evelyn Mae Boswell was last seen on December 26, 2019. "I'm not going to go with what the mother said, because some of the stories are conflicting and inaccurate", Cassidy said. "Right now we're not sure of her exact location", Seabolt said.

Modi won’t be going to Taj Mahal with Trump

February 22, 2020

India in its February 1 budget proposal announced new import tariffs on medical devices, walnuts, toys, electronics and other products in a move aimed at reducing imports from China but affecting many USA firms. On Wednesday, local media reported that the Indian government has approved a $2.6-billion deal to buy 24 Lockheed Martin-made helicopters from the US, setting it up as one of the key achievements during Trump-Modi talks scheduled for February 25.

200 vehicles involved in deadly pileup south of Montreal

February 22, 2020

Emergency personnel worked to get people out of their cars as two people were trapped and died as a result. Sergeant Marie-Michèle Moore, spokesman for the Quebec provincial police, said in an interview Thursday that the crash involved about 140 cars, about half of which were damaged.

Industry bosses hit back at Government's new immigration system

February 22, 2020

PRITI PATEL was forced to admit today that her own parents would likely have been denied entry to Britain under the government's proposed immigration rules. "We need to shift the focus of our economy away from reliance on cheap labour from Europe and instead concentrate on investment in technology and automation".

Coronavirus Found In China Prisons, As Cases Spike In South Korea

February 22, 2020

On the same day, Shandong provincial government also reported 207 infection cases in Rencheng Prison in the city of Jining. He said it was "very concerning" that Iran had reported 18 cases and four deaths in just the past two days, adding that the World Health Organization was supplying testing kits to Tehran.

Bear Tranquilized, Removed After Morning Stroll Through Monrovia Neighborhood

February 22, 2020

The Monrovia Police Department said officers kept watch and called state Department of Fish and Wildlife workers to the neighborhood. "He seems alright, ' said Dennis of the bear as it approached nearby". Video shows it took about six men working together to carry the bear. Finally, after hours of roaming from house to house, the bear chose to take a nap and slept peacefully until helicopters and lawnmowers woke it up, 16-year-old Aiden Dennis said.

Coronavirus: buses carrying China evacuees attacked in Ukraine

February 22, 2020

There were six buses that drove to the hospital in Novi Sanzhary. Some protesters and police were lying wounded on the ground after the clashes. The PM also noted that there is everything necessary for evacuated people in Novi Sanzhary; they are housed in the rooms, in the warm and fed: " The epidemiologic and physical security are provided ".

Parthenon Marbles return demand in leaked European Union draft document

February 22, 2020

Trade talks start next month, a government spokeswoman has ruled out any prospect of discussing re-homing the sculptures. A British government spokesperson said the UK's stance on the marbles, which are around half of a 160-metre frieze that adorned the fifth century BC Parthenon temple, were still "the legal responsibility of the British Museum".

Plucky pensioner fights off robber after cash machine…

February 22, 2020

In the video, the elderly gentleman is seen taking out money from an ATM before walking back to his vehicle. It was then that he was unsuspectingly approached by the robber. South Wales Police shared the footage of the incident on their Twitter page, and urged members of the public with any information to come forward. "He has my absolute respect", one user wrote.

China travel ban extended as Morrison pledges for the safety of Australians

February 22, 2020

The ban was extended on Thursday until at least February 29. Australian citizens and permanent residents will still be able to return to Australia, as will their immediate family members (spouses, legal guardians and dependants only). Western Sydney College reported it will provide Chinese learners a just one-off payment if they satisfy individuals demands. These were the details of the news Australian university offers Chinese students A$1,500 to return via third country for this day.

US, Taliban to Begin Countdown to Afghan Peace Deal

February 22, 2020

U.S. Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation Zalmay Khalilzad attends the Intra-Afghan Dialogue talks in the Qatari capital, Doha, in July. One of President Donald Trump's campaign promises was the reduction of troops in worldwide arenas. US and Afghan forces would not carry out any offensive operations, but they have the right to respond if attacked, the Afghan official said.

Trump plots India trip, but big trade deal might not happen

February 22, 2020

Trump, accompanied by First Lady Melania, is due to land in the western city of Ahmedabad on Monday before heading to the Taj Mahal and then to talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi the next day. He also suggested, however, that the president's trip to India will not result in a big trade deal , though it is a good first step in a positive direction for the two countries.

Harvey Weinstein Verdict Watch: Jury Appears Deadlocked on 2 Counts

February 22, 2020

But the note that jurors sent out Friday afternoon asked whether they could "be hung" on the top counts "and unanimous on all the other charges". Burke told them to take more time after lead prosecutor Joan Illuzzi-Orbon said the state was not willing to accept a partial verdict at the moment.

Six Covid-19 cases discovered in north Italy, hundreds to be tested

February 22, 2020

Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte said there was compulsory quarantine in place for all who have been in contact with the infected patients, as local authorities continued to track down everyone they had come into contact with. The ordinance suspends public gatherings, commercial and business activity, sport, education, and other recreational activities throughout the region, Speranza, the health minister, said.

AOC announces new PAC, endorses slate of progressive candidates for Congress

February 22, 2020

The battle for the heart and soul of the Democratic Party comes as polls show Vermont Sen. During an appearance on ABC's " The View " on Wednesday, Ocasio-Cortez said there are several factors about her that "trigger people". Dan Lipinski, Ill., will face additional challenges in a race that's already become a struggle for him. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee declined to comment on the new PAC.

South Korea reports first COVID-19 death; cases rise to 104

February 22, 2020

South Korea has reported a large boost in the number of covid-19 coronavirus cases, the majority of which have been linked to a minor Christian sect in the country. Richard Brennan, a World Health Organization official, said in Cairo that China was making "tremendous progress" and "trends are very encouraging, but we are not at a turning point yet".

Press conference following the execution of Nicholas Sutton

February 22, 2020

He testified that after the men took Estep's watch, Estep had threatened to kill Sutton. Sutton was handed a death sentence for the killing of a fellow inmate, the child rapist Carl Estep, in 1985. "It just ends my uncle's story with another killing", Maynard said in a phone interview. Tennessee resumed executions in 2018 with that of Billy Ray Irick for the 1985 death of Paula Dyer.

Irish parliament returns with weeks of government talks ahead

February 22, 2020

Varadkar resigned less than two weeks after his Fine Gael party lost 15 seats in the country's general election. Clare's Fine Gael TD believes the numbers are there for Sinn Féin to form a stable Government . It wants a referendum on uniting the two parts of the island within five years. They spoke over the phone last night and Mr. Varadkar has said he has accepted an invitation for similar talks from the Green Party.

Plot to bomb London cathedral revealed

February 22, 2020

She tried to make contact with a bomb maker online and asked them to build two improvised explosive devices while plotting the attack previous year. In encrypted chat with an undercover officer last August, the defendant said that she would "rather die young and get to Jannah (paradise) quickest way possible".

Mother of Idaho children missing since September arrested in Hawaii

February 22, 2020

Police have said Lori Vallow and her new husband Chad Daybell have lied about the children's whereabouts and even about their existence, with Chad Daybell allegedly telling one person that Lori Vallow had no kids, and Lori Vallow allegedly telling another person that her daughter had died more than a year earlier.

Netanyahu's Trial Begins March 17, Two Weeks After Polls

February 22, 2020

The announcement immediately drew verbal fire from Palestinians, who called the planned construction "land theft" and a "violation of global law". It later annexed it in a move never recognised by the global community. Trump's plan, cheered by both Netanyahu and Gantz, has been rejected by the Palestinians a capitulation to the Jewish state. Settlements in East Jerusalem and the occupied West Bank are also considered illegal by most foreign governments and the United Nations under global ...

First round of Wuhan evacuees to be released from quarantine today

February 22, 2020

The Government is pleased to have repatriated more than 500 Canadians and their family members from areas affected by the novel coronavirus overseas, including those who have been quarantined on the Diamond Princess cruise ship in Japan. That charter plane is expected to land around 1:30 a.m. ET on Friday. They are to be confined to rooms in the Nav Centre until they are released from quarantine.

Trump dismisses new Russia election interference claim

February 22, 2020

At issue was an election briefing to House members last week by Shelby Pierson, the DNI's election security czar. The former official did not know what Pierson, who works for Maguire, said that set Trump off. President Donald Trump said on Friday he had four candidates under consideration to be the next US intelligence chief and that a decision would be made soon, even as one potential candidate said he was not interested in the job.

Sanders' 'Trump-like rhetoric' encouraged vandals, Bloomberg camp says

February 22, 2020

KPD said they are investigating the incident. The ads include one stating " Donald Trump cheats at golf", with the response: " Mike Bloomberg doesn't". In the past week, two Bloomberg offices in OH were defaced with the spray-painted words "oligarch". The campaign cited a quote from Bernie Sanders saying "We are a democracy, not an oligarchy".

The 1 trillion-euro fight: European Union leaders wrangle over spending

February 21, 2020

EU Council President Charles Michel said that "unfortunately today, we have observed it was not possible to reach an agreement". Mr Varadkar said the so-called Frugal Four - Netherlands, Austria, Sweden and Denmark - were holding their position "very hard".

Pigeons Wearing MAGA Hats Were Released Around Las Vegas | NowThis

February 21, 2020

Twenty-five pigeons were released, with 24 of them wearing hats and one donning a Trump-style wig, the group said in an email to NBC News on Thursday. The incident had also triggered copycats in Reno, Nevada when pigeons were reported with sombreros glued to their heads. It also includes footage of at least 21 hat-wearing pigeons together in a coop bedecked with tiny American flags.

Trump says he is considering four candidates for intelligence chief

February 21, 2020

A House intelligence committee official called the February 13 briefing an important update about "the integrity of our upcoming elections" and said that members of both parties attended, including Rep. Then this week, Trump abruptly announced that Maguire would be replaced by Richard Grenell , a Trump loyalist who also will hold the job in an acting capacity.

Afghanistan re-elects Ghani as rival Abdullah contests results of polls

February 21, 2020

A potential political crisis looms as the United States and the Taliban near an agreement in Doha, which officials on both sides say could be announced by the end of February if an initial seven-day reduction in violence (RIV) is successfully observed.

Trump Blew Up Over Intel Russian Meddling Warning

February 21, 2020

US intelligence officials warned lawmakers last week that Russian Federation is meddling in USA elections yet again. After Coats resigned, Trump announced his intent to tap GOP Rep. Trump knows Russian Federation is working to help Trump. "What's the definition of treason?" "He is committed to a non-political, non-partisan approach as head of the Intelligence Community, on which our safety and security depend", White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham said in a statement Thursday.

FATF: Now China, Saudi Arabia set new deadline for Pakistan

February 21, 2020

Pakistan vowed to achieve the remaining targets and has set up a strategy in this regard, it added. Earlier, a Chinese official on Monday revealed that the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) had, after its latest plenary meeting, chose to allow Pakistan more time to continue implementing the action plan prescribed by the watchdog.

Whoopi Goldberg Grills AOC for Bashing Older Generation: You Lost My Support

February 21, 2020

Bernie Sanders , agreed with hosts of The View who argued that Sanders should "do more" to reign in his supporters' behavior online. Ocasio-Cortez nodded and grinned at the compliment, even as McCain began to ask what would she say to Americans adverse to socialism and the significant-government sights she shares with Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT).

Condition of 8 infected Indians on board quarantined cruise ship improving: Embassy

February 21, 2020

Authorities have confirmed two people evacuated to Darwin from the Diamond Princess cruise ship yesterday have tested positive for coronavirus. The two fatalities, a man and woman in their 80s who are both Japanese, were believed to have been infected before health checks and a February 5 quarantine began on the ship, Health Ministry official Masami Sakoi said .

Prince Charles to meet storm Dennis flood victims

February 21, 2020

Although water is residing in many places, flood warnings are still in place. Three of the warnings cover the Severn in Upton upon Severn and Uckinghall in Worcestershire. Honister Pass in Cumbria, one of the wettest areas of the United Kingdom annually, recorded 185mm of rain in 36 hours on Thursday while 72 mm was recorded in Shap, Cumbria.

Week-long Afghanistan ‘reduction in violence’ starts Saturday

February 21, 2020

The US and the Taliban are set to sign a deal at the end of the month, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced Friday. The Taliban attacked a second Afghan city in as many days on Sunday and killed several members of security forces, officials said, even as Washington's peace envoy said the US and the militant group are "at the threshold of an agreement" to end America's longest war.

Pompeo warns against planned land seizures in South Africa

February 21, 2020

And he criticised a proposed constitutional amendment in South Africa that would allow private property to be expropriated without compensation - a plan that seeks to overcome inequalities set down in the apartheid era. In 2018, US President Donald Trump also criticised SA's land reform programme on Twitter. African countries have been targeted in Trump's travel bans while the United States is now considering military cuts on the continent.

Inspector Stands Down From Murder Investigation After 'Driven Too Far' Comment

February 21, 2020

Speaking at a press conference last night, QLD Police Detective Inspector Mark Thompson said authorities are working to compile a "complete and clear" picture for a coronial investigation into the Wednesday incident. Baxter died on the footpath from self-inflicted wounds. "If you see it in isolation, of what was fully said". The comments have been condemned as victim blaming by domestic violence campaigners including Betty Taylor from the Red Rose Foundation and Angela Lynch , the head ...

Grace Millane detective Scott Beard responds to sentencing verdict

February 21, 2020

Millane went missing in Auckland on December 1, 2018, while on a backpacking tour through New Zealand after finishing university. He told the court via the video-link: "The following weeks were the hardest and worst weeks of my life". Grace Millane , 22, a advertising and marketing graduate from Essex, died on a Tinder date in Auckland when she used to be strangled throughout intercourse.

Ukrainians hurl stones at evacuees from China

February 21, 2020

Residents in central Ukraine protested the arrival of a plane carrying evacuees from China's Hubei province on Thursday, fearing they could be infected with the coronavirus despite authorities insisting there was no danger. Authorities stressed that those evacuated included people from Belarus, Kazakhstan, Argentina , Ecuador , Costa Rica , the Dominican Republic , Panama, as well as other countries.

Bullied boy Quaden Bayles reveals names tormentors call him

February 21, 2020

The video has touched a nerve around the globe. Quaden appears regularly on Yarraka's Instagram account wearing any number of sporting jerseys - including basketball and baseball - and Williams said the Los Angeles Angels, a Major League Baseball team based in Anaheim, would bring Quaden to one of their upcoming games.

Off-duty cop couple on a date prevent armed robbery at restaurant

February 21, 2020

Dramatic CCTV footage shows Detective Chase McKeown and Officer Nicole McKeown draw their weapons and confront the masked gunman in the Raising Cane's branch in Louisville, Kentucky . The couple has been married for the past six months, the department said. According to WHAS , the suspect is a convicted felon and the weapon he was using had been stolen from Jeffersontown police.

South Korea reports first coronavirus death: health officials

February 21, 2020

The health authorities are working to determine the exact cause of the patient's death. "At this stage, the government judged that COVID-19 is spreading locally with a limited scope", Vice Health and Welfare Minister Kim Kang-lip was quoted as saying by Yonhap News .

United Kingdom launches new point-based immigration system

February 20, 2020

Companies in Britain are warning that a new immigration system that priorities skilled workers could lead to labour shortages in industries including farming and social care. Average earnings in adult care were £16,900 a year, a report found in 2018. "If families are split up because spouses and children are denied entry, this will be bad for them and will deter numerous workers we need".

What Trump pardons show about his idea of presidency

February 20, 2020

But Trump was having none of it. "It was a prosecution by the same people - Comey, Fitzpatrick, the same group", Mr Trump told reporters. Blagojevich wasn't the only beneficiary of presidential mercy on Tuesday. The commutation for Blajoveich was issued as part of a sweeping round of pardons and commutations announced by the president. Trump has his own grievances about investigations - he has called Special Counsel Robert Mueller's Russian inquiry a "witch hunt".

US Arrests Mexican Citizen for Allegedly Acting on Behalf of Russian Federation

February 20, 2020

Hector Alejandro Cabrera Fuentes , a Mexican citizen who lives in Singapore, is accused of conspiracy and "acting within the United States on behalf of a foreign government". The complaint says that Fuentes recognized the official. The agent reportedly told Cabrera Fuentes to keep their meeting secret. According to court documents, Hector Alejandro Cabrera Fuentes , a Mexican citizen residing in Singapore, was allegedly recruited by a Russian government official in 2019 and tasked ...

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