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Donald Trump, Melania visit wounded Congressman Steve Scalise in hospital

Июня 16, 2017

The gunman was wounded when police returned fire, and he later died. "Kris and I are praying for our friend Steve Scalise , his staff, Capitol Police and their families", said Congressman Kevin Cramer. The popular annual face-off, which raises money for charity, is scheduled to go forward as planned Thursday evening at the Nationals stadium across the Potomac from where the shooting took place.

May orders full public inquiry into deadly tower block fire

Июня 16, 2017

Crews rescued 65 people , said Steve Apter, the fire brigade's director of safety and assurance. Hundreds of people were in the tower block when the fire erupted. She also paid tribute to the bravery of firefighters who risked their lives to save others. The London Fire Brigade, which deployed 40 fire engines and more than 200 firefighters, was still at the scene on Thursday.

Bill Cosby sex assault case in hands of jury

Июня 16, 2017

The defence seized on inconsistencies in the version of events Ms Constand gave when she went first went to police, and statements she made later on: She said the assault took place in March 2004, after dinner at a restaurant, then said it occurred earlier, unconnected to the restaurant outing; she said it was the first time she had been alone with Mr Cosby in his home, then said it was the third time, and that she had rebuffed his sexual advances the first two times; she said she had ...

Donald Trump Is Being Investigated For Obstruction Of Justice & 'Possible Financial Crimes'!

Июня 16, 2017

President Trump dismissed a potential obstruction of justice investigation into his conduct, calling allegations of collusion between him, his campaign or people associated with him and Russian Federation a "phony story". "I will defend the integrity of that investigation". Comey was later sacked, with Trump acknowledging that the Russian investigation was on his mind when he chose to dismiss him.

Reactions to Jeff Sessions' Testimony on Trump and Russia

Июня 16, 2017

Comey's decision to announce previous year that Mrs. Clinton would not be prosecuted over her emails was a "usurpation" of the Justice Department's authority, Sessions said. For Sandra Younger, a 50-year-old from San Diego, Comey's exit reinforced her suspicion "something fishy" was going on with the president and Russian Federation.

London police launch criminal investigation over fatal apartment blaze

Июня 16, 2017

I wanted a briefing from the emergency services. Gloria Trevisan and Marco Gottardi, both 27, lived on the 23rd floor of Grenfell Tower . The two architects had moved to London three months ago for work. Survivors told of frantic attempts to escape during the nighttime fire. The local council had received so many donations of food and supplies that by Thursday morning it said it did not need any more.

Traumatized firefighters search for more London fire victims

Июня 16, 2017

He is reported to have lived on the 10th floor and his wife Cordelia and his four sons have been searching for him in hospitals. Britain's Prime Minister Theresa May , in the group at left, arrives at Grenfield Tower in London on June 15 after a deadly fire in the apartment block.

Trump investigated for possible obstruction of justice

Июня 16, 2017

If he's been "entertaining the idea of firing Mr. Mueller", it stands to reason that urge will be even stronger now, consequences be damned. Grassley said Comey's dismissal and Comey's testimony on Lynch should be looked at together, noting that Comey "took the opportunity in his testimony to clear his own name by denouncing as false the administration's claims that the FBI rank-and-file had lost confidence in Mr.

Do Americans believe Trump is impeding Russian Federation investigation?

Июня 16, 2017

The FBI's investigation into Russian election interference has expanded to include whether President Donald Trump attempted to obstruct justice, The Washington Post reported Wednesday . Comey told the Senate Intelligence Committee on June 8 he believed Trump had directed him in February to drop an FBI probe into former national security adviser, Michael Flynn, that was part of the broader Russian Federation investigation.

London fire: Toll rises to 17 as authorities fear more casualties

Июня 16, 2017

Following the fire, the building's safety precautions have been called into question, with some saying cladding - building material usually attached directly to the frame of a building to act as an outer wall to provide insulation and protection from the elements - caused the fire to spread.

Rep. Steve Scalise undergoes third surgery after shooting

Июня 16, 2017

House Majority Whip Steve Scalise of Louisiana was shot in the hip by gunman James T. Hodgkinson , 66, of Belleville, Ill. During his remarks, Trump disclosed that the shooter had died, the first confirmation from any official of the death.

Annual Charity Baseball Game Still On After DC Shooting

Июня 16, 2017

The shooter was killed by police officers whose work won praise from Trump in his remarks. He later died of his injuries, Trump told the nation from the White House. A former congressional aide was hospitalized. Barth said on "Fox & Friends" he was shagging fly balls in the outfield at the baseball practice in Alexandria, Virginia, when the shooting began.

Death toll in London high-rise fire goes up to 17

Июня 16, 2017

A brief search of all floors in the tower had been carried out but the severity of the fire and amount of debris meant a thorough search would be "difficult and painstaking", she said. She also paid tribute to the bravery of firefighters who risked their lives to save others. "It is also heartening to see the incredible generosity of community volunteers rallying to help those affected by this awful event".

Judge to deadlocked Bill Cosby jurors: Keep at it

Июня 16, 2017

The jury in the Bill Cosby case where he's on trial over allegations that he sexually assaulted a former Temple University employee at his home in 2004 is deadlocked . "I'm very frustrated. Extraordinarily frustrated", said Victoria Valentino, 74, a former Playboy playmate who says Cosby drugged and raped her in 1969.

Sessions Tells Senate Little, is Accused of Impeding Probe

Июня 16, 2017

Trump has already taken the country to a darker place than even his sharpest critics would have imagined six months ago. Comey later testified that he'd authorized a friend to disclose to the media his notes on conversations with Trump about the investigation , in hopes that it would lead the Justice Department to name a special counsel.

At least 19 die in Somalia hotel attack

Июня 16, 2017

On Sunday, the US military in Africa said it carried out an airstrike in southern Somalia that killed eight Islamic extremists at a rebel command and logistics camp. Among them are foreigners from Kenya and Ethiopia who were employees at Posh Treats, according to Hassan. Extremist group al-Shabaab has said it is behind the attack.

London fire: tower block death toll rises to 17

Июня 16, 2017

The Grenfell Tower disaster is uncomfortably similar to a fast-moving blaze at another London-area public housing project, Lakanal House, that killed six people, including three children, eight years ago. Downing Street aides said that the goal of Mrs May's visit was to get a briefing from emergency services and ensure that they had the resources they needed.

Trump lashes out over probe into possible obstruction of justice

Июня 16, 2017

Moreover, Comey said not a single vote had been changed in the 2016 USA election as result of alleged Russian activities. Coats was attending a briefing at the White House then with officials from other government agencies. Comey recently confirmed to the Senate Intel Committee he had informed POTUS he was not personally under investigation in the probe of Russian interference in the election and possible campaign collusion.

London fire death toll rises to 17, number expected to increase

Июня 16, 2017

Prime Minister Theresa May said there would be an investigation into the cause of the "appalling tragedy", once the last bodies had been recovered. London Fire Brigade chief Dany Cotton told ITV that her crews had reached the top floor of the building and conducted initial visual searches from doorways but had not done a comprehensive search because it was unsafe.

Mercedes-AMG G 63 'Edition 463' launched at Rs. 2.17 crore

Июня 16, 2017

The engine is mated to an AMG Speedshift Plus 7G-Tronic gearbox that sends the power to the rear wheels. Let's see what this SUV has on offer. The new Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 needs only 4.6 seconds to reach 100kmph from engine start and has an electronically restricted top speed of 270km per hour.

Seven suspects arrested for helping militants carry out Tehran attacks

Июня 16, 2017

On Saturday, the Iranian security forces killed the mastermind behind the terror attacks on the country's Parliament and on the shrine of Ayatollah Khomeini. That was condemned by the Iranian foreign minister, Mohammad Javad Zarif, who tweeted: "Repugnant WH [White House] statement.as Iranians counter-terror backed by USA clients".

American senators reach deal on Russian Federation sanctions

Июня 16, 2017

Democrats and many Republicans have been pushing for the Senate to adopt a new Russian Federation sanctions measure in response to Russia's interference in the 2016 U.S. The legislation is backed by both Republicans and Democrats, and is expected to easily pass the Senate. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters yesterday that Russian Federation took a negative view of the wider sanctions against his country.

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Июня 16, 2017

A spokesman for the provincial governor in Nangarhar province, Attahullah Khogyani , said the attack took place in the Achin district . Several members of the Afghan security forces were killed on Friday when a United States military aircraft opened fire during an overnight operation in Helmand province .

US Special Counsel Investigating Trump for Possible Obstruction of Justice

Июня 16, 2017

The special counsel's investigation into Russian interference in last year's election has broadened to include looking into whether President Donald Trump attempted to obstruct justice , according to a Washington Post report . The report comes a day after Attorney General Jeff Sessions , a close aide of Trump, vehemently denied any role in Russia's alleged meddling in the 2016 USA polls and dismissed accusations that he discussed such an effort with Russian officials as an ...

Trump on Comey accusation: 'I didn't say that'

Июня 16, 2017

While testifying before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Thursday, Comey, in his opening statement, said the president had privately told him in the Oval Office, "I hope you can see your way clear to let this go, to letting Flynn go".

Trump Rips 'WITCH HUNT' In Response To Reports Of Obstruction Probe

Июня 16, 2017

Trump has repeatedly lambasted the Russian Federation probe as a "witch hunt", using the phrase in at least eight tweets since March. Last week, Comey testified before the Senate intelligence committee that Trump suggested to him to drop the FBI's probe of former aide Michael Flynn , whom he called a "good man".

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Июня 16, 2017

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Mueller probe now examining 'obstruction of justice'

Июня 16, 2017

Accounts by Comey and other officials of their conversations with the president could become central pieces of evidence if Mueller decides to pursue an obstruction case. The irony, of course, is that if the president has done nothing wrong, as he has insisted all along, Mueller is the one guy in Washington who has the credibility to clear him.

G7 Environmental Summit kicks off on Sunday but USA leaves early

Июня 16, 2017

The U.S. refused to endorse the summit's final statement in the part concerning climate, following President Donald Trump's recent decision to withdraw from the Paris Agreement on cutting global carbon emissions. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry delivers farewell remarks to State Department employees at the State Department in Washington. "We can not allow one nation to derail what 190 other nations are happy to do", he said .

Mueller investigating Trump for obstruction of justice, Washingt

Июня 16, 2017

Rosenstein was acting, because Attorney General Jeff Sessions had recused himself from acting in the Russia investigation after it was revealed he had held two meetings with Russian Ambassador Sergey Kislyak before the November 8, 2016 election.

Donald Trump blasts 'phony' obstruction of justice media report

Июня 16, 2017

The committee's chairman, Senator Chuck Grassley, laid out his plan in a letter made public on Wednesday in response to requests from Democrats to investigate potential obstruction of justice surrounding Comey's dismissal by President Donald Trump last month , reports Politico news.

Global Voip Equipments Market 2017- Polycom, Cisco, Toshiba, Grandstream Networks, Panasonic

Июня 16, 2017

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Donald Trump condemns Justice Department over 'watered down' travel ban

Июня 16, 2017

Conway, who almost became a top Trump appointee at the Justice Department, later said that his criticism was a form of tough love for the president. Conway again stressed, however, that the president's tweets "seriously undermine" his own administration's agenda, a point that has also been made by other legal experts.

Hamilton takes Canadian pole, given Senna helmet

Июня 16, 2017

Winning pole position at one of his favourite races was a thrill for Lewis Hamilton , but being presented afterward with a helmet once worn by his boyhood idol Ayrton Senna had the defending Canadian Grand Prix champion almost in tears. "The guys did an unbelievable job. The day is done now - I'm probably going to jump in the lake later!" "It did seem the Ferraris had the upper hand".

Putin deplores US sanctions on Russia

Июня 16, 2017

Speaking in a live call-in show Thursday, Putin said the Arctic region will account for an increasing share of energy output and determine the nation's future. "Putin, do you really think people believe this circus with staged questions?" asked one viewer, following reports of secret rehearsals held outside Moscow for people reading questions to the camera.

At Least 7 Dead, 59 Injured In Blast At China Kindergarten

Июня 16, 2017

Kindergartens in China have been targeted before in apparent revenge attacks carried out by people bearing grudges against their neighbours and society. Footage of the scene showed some people covered in blood while others appeared to be unconscious and some even with their clothes burned off. Children were seen among the injured.

Deputy AG Rosenstein: Special counsel will have 'full independence' for Russia probe

Июня 16, 2017

The White House forcefully disputed Ruddy's claims, saying he speaks for himself, not the president. No such allegations against Trump or anyone on his staff have been made, Ruddy said. "I don't think donations are disqualifying at all, but if you represented the Clinton Foundation or Mrs. Clinton herself, that would be a bit disturbing", Graham said.

Julie Bishop Confirms Two Australians Killed In London Terror Attack

Июня 16, 2017

Thank you for all the overwhelming love and support from everyone, ' she wrote. Sara Zelenak , left, with a friend. "I just want to find her". Boden wrote. I mean, we are facing a global threat, this Islamist terrorism. 'We grieve the loss of our attractive, loving daughter and sister'. Brisbane woman Sara Zelenak was killed after walking on London Bridge.

Man who robbed bank to avoid wife given house arrest

Июня 16, 2017

After robbing the bank, Ripple sat down in the lobby and waited for the police. Lawrence Ripple revealed he had undergone heart surgery that left him feeling depressed and not his normal self before robbing the bank in Kansas City, Kansas.

Donald Trump faces investigation for possible obstruction of justice

Июня 16, 2017

Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein testifies on Capitol Hill in Washington , Tuesday, June 13, 2017, before a Senate Appropriations subcommittee hearing on the Justice Department's fiscal 2018 budget. "If you're Mueller, you'd want to know from Priebus what the president told him after that meeting". And for months and months, that was true until shortly after the president fired Jim Comey.

Trump tweets on obstruction of justice allegations: 'Witch hunt' and 'phony story'

Июня 16, 2017

Mueller has requested interviews with three current or former senior intelligence officials, according to a person briefed on the investigation. The Post reported that Mueller began looking into whether Trump attempted to obstruct justice shortly after the abrupt dismissal of former Federal Bureau of Investigation director James Comey last month.

Donald Trump now being investigated over alleged obstruction of justice

Июня 16, 2017

Mr Trump's legal team said the latest leak to the media was "outrageous". Former Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson will testify in open session before the House intelligence committee as part of its investigation into Russian interference in last year's election campaign.

Donald Trump calls federal probe into whether he obstructed justice "phony"

Июня 16, 2017

Donald Trump on Thursday morning lashed out at a Wednesday night report that he's being investigated by special counsel Robert Mueller for obstruction of justice in the FBI's Russian Federation probe. A spokesman for Mueller's team declined to comment on Wednesday. Trump is not the first president to be subjected to a special counsel investigation, nor the first president to protest it.

House Majority Whip Steve Scalise critical, hospital says

Июня 16, 2017

Scott Applewhite). James T. Hodgkinson , 66, of Belleville, Ill., who was gunned down by police to end the shooting at Simpson Field in Alexandria, Va ., appears to have maintained two Facebook pages, each replete with profane anti-Trump posts.

Trump being investigated by special counsel for possible obstruction of justice

Июня 16, 2017

Furthering that focus, the Post now reports: "Investigators have also been looking for any evidence of possible financial crimes among Trump associates, officials said". The Post said both men refused the president's request. Donald Trump believes that he can make the investigation go away if he fires Mueller . The interviews could come as early as this week, the Post said.

Dafne Schippers false starts, wins, is disqualified, then wins

Июня 16, 2017

But all the drama surrounded Schippers , celebrating her 25th birthday, who made a false start in her race but was allowed to continue after signalling to officials that she could not hear. McCartney last week finished third and went close to beating her New Zealand record when she opened her European campaign at the Diamond League meet in Rome.

Senate rule places GOP health bill on fast track

Июня 16, 2017

As Senate Intelligence Committee members met with Comey in a classified setting, the House began debate on the Financial Choice Act - a bill that would kill numerous Wall Street regulations created following the 2008 financial crisis. House Republican leaders are asking senators to agree to remove more than $150 million they want to spend in Louisiana's budget next year. Although encouraged by the meeting, many GOP senators did not appear ready to embrace the budding plan.

Somali survivors tell of bloody restaurant siege by rebels

Июня 16, 2017

Both venues are popular with affluent, young and diaspora Somalis and were busy on Wednesday, with customers breaking their Ramadan fast. Somalia's president has condemned the overnight siege of a popular restaurant in the capital that police say killed at least 31 people.

US special counsel probing Trump for possible obstruction

Июня 16, 2017

Comey testified before the Senate Intelligence Committee last week that he was certain his firing was due to the president's concerns about the Russian Federation probe, rather than over his handling of a now-closed FBI investigation into Hillary Clinton's use of a private email server as secretary of state, as the White House had initially asserted.

President Donald Trump attacks Federal Bureau of Investigation probe into possible obstruction as witchhunt

Июня 16, 2017

The stated focus has been Russia's alleged efforts to tilt last November's presidential election Trump's way, and whether the winner's campaign was involved in any way. The Post report did not name the Federal Bureau of Investigation as its source. Comey's comments were referring to conversations he had with the president before he was sacked, and before Mr.

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