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Pelosi: 'The American People Have Spoken' in Support of Obamacare

July 31, 2017

Chuck SchumerCharles SchumerPelosi thanks GOP senators who voted against ObamaCare repeal Live Coverage: Senate votes down "skinny" ObamaCare repeal Passing the DACA legislation will provide relief to children living in fear MORE : "I hope what John McCain did will be regarded in history as a turning point" in the senate.

Donald Trump to sign Russian Federation sanctions, Moscow retaliates

July 30, 2017

The Senate's 98-2 passage of the sanctions bill, which followed a 419-3 vote in the House of Representatives, forces Trump to take a hard line on Moscow or veto the legislation and infuriate his fellow Republicans. The legislation was in part a response to conclusions by U.S. intelligence agencies that Russian Federation meddled in the 2016 USA presidential election, and to further punish Russian Federation for its annexation of Crimea in 2014.

Khaqan Abbasi meets JUI's Maulana Fazl-ur-Rehman

July 30, 2017

Talking to media persons after meeting Jamait Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman here, he said he had been in politics for the last 30 years and had declared all his assets. "We may have given in, but history will not accept this decision (to disqualify Nawaz Sharif) - the nation has not accepted this decision", he said. Maulana Fazl while expressing support for the ruling PML-N said that his party is not supporting an individual or a party but to save the country from ...

Peña: "No hay que preocuparse por el dólar"

July 30, 2017

Peña se expresó de este modo al visitar la ciudad de Santa Fe para participar de una cena de recaudación de fondos para la campaña de Cambiemos realizada el último jueves por la noche. A su criterio, el tipo de cambio flotante que impulsa el Banco Central permite tener " flexibilidad " ante shocks externos. Por su parte, el titular de la UCR e intendente de Santa Fe, José Corral , renovó su confianza en el presidente Mauricio Macri y en "esta experiencia de Cambiemos ", y ...

Priebus says Trump sought a different direction

July 30, 2017

He said , I'm pleased to inform you that I have just named General Secretary John F. Kelly as White House chief of staff. "He is a Great American....", Trump tweeted about the former Marine Corps general. "Secretary Kelly is an outstanding leader who has served his country honorably and I know he will do an excellent job at the White House ". While that deal was being announced, there was tension brewing in the White House .

New doc examines how The Simpsons' Apu character affects Indian-Americans

July 30, 2017

His documentary seeks to question "how this controversial caricature was created, burrowed its away into the hearts and minds of Americans and continues to exist". Penn outright states that he hates Apu, and therefore he hates The Simpsons as well. Interviewing people on the street, Kondabolu asked, "You know a white guy does the voice?" In the documentary, Kondabolu also interviewed Dana Gould, writer and co-executive producer of the hit show, who, about Apu's character and his ...

TruTV's Upcoming Comedic Documentary THE PROBLEM WITH APU

July 30, 2017

Now, he's made a feature-length documentary about the character. The preview also features conversations with Utkarsh Ambudkar ("The Mindy Project"), Aasif Mandvi ("The Daily Show"), Maulik Pancholy ("Star Trek: Discovery") and Sakina Jaffrey ("House of Cards"), each of whom hail from Indian descent.

He's fired: Reince Priebus out as White House chief of staff

July 30, 2017

Trump appointed Kelly, a retired Marine general, to secretary of Homeland Security on December 7, 2016 and he was confirmed on January, 20, 2017 the first day of Trump's administration. Trump also thanked Priebus for his service. "I will continue to serve as a strong supporter of the president's agenda and policies". According to the Wall Street Journal , Trump thought Priebus should have defended himself and was really disappointed with him for not "returning fire".

Russian official says retaliation over sanctions is 'long, long overdue'

July 30, 2017

A Russian official on Sunday said the order to remove US diplomats from Russia was "retaliation" for the Senate's approval of increased sanctions last week - and promised more payback for similar actions in the future. "We waited so long, we thought it was sufficient time for decision makers in NY to change their minds, it didn't happen", he said, noting that " now we are equals ".

More than 150 Islamist extremists stripped of passports in UK

July 30, 2017

All of those subject to the deprivation orders are Britons with dual nationality, as ministers are not able to take away citizenship if it leaves a suspect "stateless". "It is good to see these powers being used more frequently - for too long terrorists have been able to engage in terrorism overseas then return home without hindrance".

President Trump receives Russian Federation sanctions bill for his signature or veto

July 30, 2017

Now, it's on President Donald Trump to sign the sanctions into law. He has praised Russian President Vladimir Putin as strong and spoken highly of their meeting at the G20 Summit earlier this month. Most U.S. diplomatic staff, including around 300 U.S. citizens, work in the main embassy in Moscow, with others based in consulates in St Petersburg, Yekaterinburg and Vladivostok.

Trump Taps John Kelly As New White House Chief Of Staff

July 30, 2017

Reince Priebus's departure as chief of staff marks the latest and most significant step in the White House purge of party loyalists closely tied to the Republican national committee. Priebus, a former chairman of the Republican Party, was removed as chief of staff just days after Trump ignored his wishes and named Wall Street financier Anthony Scaramucci to be the new White House communications director.

Dem Rep: General Kelly 'An Extremist' Who 'Is Militarizing The White House'

July 30, 2017

The White House Chief, Reince Priebus was being replaced by John F Kelly , a retired four-star Marine general , and homeland security secretary. General Kelly has been a star. Priebus calls Kelly a "brilliant pick" and says he himself remains a Trump fan. And Pete Rouse temporarily served as an interim chief of staff after Rahm Emanuel left the Obama White House in 2010 to run for mayor of Chicago.

Samajwadi MLCs quit, 3 MLAs 'waiting' to join BJP

July 30, 2017

Within hours of BJP national president Amit Shah landing in Lucknow for his three-day organisational visit, three members of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council - two from the SP and one from the BSP - tendered their resignations and indicated that they could join the saffron party.

Mulvaney: Senate Shouldn't 'Move On' Until Health Care Gets Done

July 30, 2017

Senate Republicans' latest bid to pass legislation to repeal or delay some of Obamacare's mandates and penalties failed in an early Friday vote, with three Republicans voting no. "Shouldn't insurance companies and members of Congress bear some that burden as well?", he asked. "You do have ObamaCare, it is failing, it is hurting people, so not to change it allows that go forward", Mulvaney said.

Russia Derides Tillerson Statement on Sanctions

July 30, 2017

Trump will be supposed to notify the legislative branch of power on the plans to change the policies towards Russian Federation considerably with the aid of special reports, which the Congress will review within thirty or sixty days. Yet Trump remained bullish on the prospect of working with Putin. At an worldwide summit in Germany this month, Trump met several times with Putin, but the American president declined to publicly give the kind of condemnation that his staff insisted he deliver ...

Republican party's promise to repeal and replace Obamacare lies in ruins

July 30, 2017

Doug Ducey were passed. The governor also rejected the notion of a pared-down bill, warning that it would increase premiums and lead to fewer Americans with coverage. The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, which represents health insurers across the country, said that if the individual mandate is repealed, it must be replaced with incentives for people to buy health insurance and keep it year-round.

Trump intends to sign Russian Federation sanctions bill: White House

July 30, 2017

Trump's willingness to support the measure is a remarkable acknowledgement that he has yet to sell his party on his hopes for forging a warmer relationship with Moscow. Tefft referred to Moscow's decision to reduce the number of United States diplomats in Russian Federation to 455 by September 1, as well as the suspension of the use of all storage facilities by the U.S.

Hassan calls for Democrats, Republicans to fix health care

July 30, 2017

President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened once more to end required payments to insurance companies unless lawmakers repeal and replace the Obama-era health care law. People with low incomes might be shielded from these hikes in part because the law provides tax credits that cover much of the premium. The Trump administration has continued making those payments on a month-to-month basis, but the White House has refused to commit to them long-term and could withhold the funding as part ...

Teenager killed, 4 others seriously injured in CT crash

July 30, 2017

Officers were called to Town Hill Road at about 12:23 a.m., by a resident who reported hearing a loud vehicle crash, according to a news release. Multiple ambulances and LifeStar took 5 patients to area hospitals to treat their serious injuries.

Verstappen Pleased with 'Very Positive Qualifying' in Hungary

July 30, 2017

Ricciardo described Verstappen's move as "amateur", and Verstappen said he would act quickly to stop it affecting their relationship. At least those two are on different teams and don't have to spend any time with each other. "Then I got hit". Verstappen, who last season drew stern criticism from Ferrari drivers Sebastian Vettel and Kimi Raikkonen for his somewhat reckless style, knocked Ricciardo out of the race on Turn 2 of the first lap.

Speaker Oquaye grossly bias, disrespectful - ABA Fuseini

July 30, 2017

The House was chaotic Thursday when the Speaker Prof Mike Ocquaye made a decision to allow only one question from the Minority Leader to the Agric Minister who was in Parliament to answer questions about the Fall Army Worm disaster. The Speaker then ruled that henceforth, the leadership "will have only one bite at the cherry". He said the Speaker took that decision because he thought the Minority Leader had waved his privilege of asking the question to his Deputy but when he chose to take ...

PTI to observe thanksgiving day over Panama verdict

July 30, 2017

However, the No Objection Certificate (NOC) from authorities was issued to the party later in the evening same day. Islamabad Deputy Commissioner Capt (retd) Mushtaq Ahmed is also reported to have informed that security arrangements have been completed for the rally.

Mertesacker wants 'X-factor' Sanchez to stay at Arsenal

July 30, 2017

But at the moment there is nothing special to say in this case", Wenger told Arsenal's official website . Saturday's win saw Theo Walcott score twice and create an own-goal as the Gunners started their traditional preseason tournament with a convincing win.

Motorcyclist Killed After Crashing Into Guardrail in Danvers

July 30, 2017

Addonizio was pronounced dead at the scene as a result of the injuries he received in the crash, according to state police. The right lane was open to traffic at 5:17 a.m. The exact cause of the crash is under investigation but police said it does not appear that any other vehicles were involved. The crash remains under investigation.

3 injured after plane crashes during take off at Danbury Airport

July 30, 2017

Mayor Boughton goes on to say that all were taken to Danbury hospital after the plane crashed during take off. All taken to Danbury Hospital. The severity of the victims' injuries is unknown at this time.

Twitter storm erupts over Sunday Times column

July 30, 2017

Kevin Myers said that two of the best-paid female presenters, Claudia Winkleman and Vanessa Feltz , were Jewish in an article about the gender pay gap at the Corporation. Commentators said it was a "disgrace" that the piece had been published, while another pointed out that Claudia Winkleman has a regular column with the Sunday Times .

Putin shows off Russia's naval power with major parade

July 30, 2017

Putin attended the event personally on his presidential cutter as he delivered a speech to his marines and sailors. Thousands of highly trained Russian seaman clutched assault rifles as very big submarines emerged from the water in a show of force ordered by the Russian President.

President Trump naming new chief of staff, ousting Reince Priebus

July 30, 2017

New communications director, Anthony Scaramucci , accused Priebus of leaking information to reporters in a profanity-laced tirade. The president thanked Mr Priebus for his "service and dedication to his country". On the Senate side, Ron Johnson, Lindsey Graham and Tom Cotton also highlighted their support for Priebus. "Anytime we want to go a different direction, either one of us, we talk about it".

Donald Trump pushes out Greek-American Reince Priebus

July 30, 2017

Assembly Majority Leader Jim Steineke echoed those comments, also tweeting that it was a "bad move by Trump ". "Reince Priebus, a good man", Trump said. That interview was not published until Thursday. Republican Lindsey Graham of SC, a frequent Trump critic, welcomed Kelly as "one of the strongest and most natural leaders I've ever known".

In tweet, Trump names Kelly as new chief of staff, replacing Priebus

July 30, 2017

John Kelly will do a fantastic job", Trump told reporters. "He's a great American", he said. In April, Kelly bluntly challenged members of Congress critical of the Trump administration's aggressive approach to immigration enforcement to either change the laws or "shut up".

Israeli court rejects appeal of soldier convicted of killing wounded Palestinian

July 30, 2017

The appeals court rejected an application by military prosecutors to increase the sentence to between three and five years. Azaria was convicted of manslaughter in February 2017 after he was caught on film in March 2016 shooting Palestinian terrorist Abdel Fattah al-Sharif as he lay prone and immobilized on the ground after carrying out a stabbing attack against Israeli soldiers in the flashpoint West Bank city of Hebron.

Germany v Denmark quarter-final postponed after heavy rain

July 30, 2017

Nadia Nadim found herself in acres of space to nod home at the far post, and not long after she should have been celebrating an assist, as Danish left winger Katrine Veje contrived to hit the crossbar from three metres out with the goal gaping.

United States bombers fly over Korea after missiles

July 30, 2017

Videos posted by the South Korean Ministry of Defense showed the US-made Tactical Missile System, known as ATACMS, as well as its own Hyunmoo Missile II. "A strong army is needed now more than ever", he said, without specifically addressing North Korea or Trump's comments. "If the US really loses patience and moves against major Chinese banks or firms, it will certainly impact North Korea's financing, but I don't see Beijing making a radical policy change under that kind of ...

60 homes evacuated after crane collapses in central Reading

July 30, 2017

Shops and 60 homes were evacuated after the 60m (197ft) crane landed on the vacant clothing shop in West Street, Reading, on Saturday afternoon. Nobody was reported injured but shops were evacuated. Residents of Cheapside, Oxford Road and West Street south of Primark have been told they can return to their homes, as well as those who access their properties from Friar Street.

Trump 'Dismissive' of Priebus for Not 'Returning Fire' After Scaramucci Rant

July 30, 2017

Spicer is said to have quit over the appointment of the NY financier Anthony Scaramucci as communications director. Press secretary Sean Spicer announced he was resigning shortly after Scaramucci was given the position. Trump loyalists had chafed at Priebus, feeling he had installed his RNC allies at the White House and overlooked the people close to Trump who helped get him elected president in November.

Uttar Pradesh: Two Samajwadi Party MLCs resign, may join BJP next

July 30, 2017

The MLCs who submitted their resignations to the Legislative Council chairman Ramesh Yadav include Bukkal Nawab and Yashwant Singh of the SP and Thakur Jaiveer Singh of the BSP. " Amit Shah is trying to replication what he did in Bihar and Gujarat in Uttar Pradesh", he said. "BJP's greed for power has turned into lust for power".

IL suspends operation of 12 rides after deadly OH accident

July 30, 2017

The 28 rides at the Clark County Fair - significantly fewer than at the state fair, Blair said. Burtch said every single ride gets inspected by the state of MI annually, but that doesn't mean it's done in a day. "There's a reason for that". If there are any problems, Erickson said, they have to be fixed before the ride gets the seal of approval and passes inspection.

U.S. successfully tests missile-defense system over the Pacific Ocean

July 30, 2017

The United States said Sunday it has conducted a successful test of an advanced missile defense system two days after North Korea test launched its second intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). The B-1s teamed up with Japanese and South Korean fighter jets to test "combined capabilities" during the mission, the USA military said in a statement.

William and Kate to mark 100 years since Battle of Passchendaele

July 30, 2017

While the Scottish event was taking place, royalty, politicians and relatives were gathering in Ypres for a ceremony at the Menin Gate, which is etched with the names of thousands of missing soldiers. Designed initially to drive German forces back from the Ypres salient, it was hoped forces could push on and recapture the Belgian ports from which the Germans were launching damaging U-boat attacks.

Islamabad: Security beefed up ahead of Panama case verdict

July 30, 2017

Bastian Obermayer, a German Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, who broke the Panama Papers story, termed the decision by the Supreme Court of Pakistan as "historic" on Friday. Two of the three judges on the special Panama case implementation bench will be out of the city from next week until August 11, revealed the new roster issued by the Supreme Court on Thursday.

Trump names John Kelly chief of staff, replacing Reince Priebus

July 30, 2017

Founded in 1846, AP has covered all the major news events of the past 165 years, providing high-quality, informed reporting of everything from wars and elections to championship games and royal weddings. Trump tweeted that Kelly is the new chief of staff. He said Kelly will do a "fantastic job". There's a risk for him, which is that as we know, Trump doesn't like anyone stealing too much of his spotlight.

John Kelly, Trump's new chief of staff, "won't suffer idiots and fools"

July 30, 2017

At Bedminster, Trump and Kelly discussed the general's diplomatic experience and the security concerns about which both men remain deeply passionate. "I want to congratulate John Kelly, who has done an incredible job of Secretary of Homeland Security".

Trump announces new chief of staff; Reince Priebus out

July 30, 2017

The source said Scaramucci and his allies plan to present their findings to President Donald Trump on Friday. "He is respected by everyone, especially the people at the Department of Homeland Security". In his final Pentagon news conference, Kelly spoke about the loss of his son - a topic he didn't often discuss publicly. Then Thursday morning, Scaramucci did an extraordinary half-hour interview on CNN, in which he barely attempted to contain his scorn for Priebus, who is technically his ...

Trump pushes simple majority vote after health care bill fails

July 30, 2017

He added , "They've been working on that for seven years , can you believe that?" Can we get a mic drop? Later in the day, he stuck with that line in a speech in Brentwood, New York, "I said from the beginning: Let Obamacare implode and then do it".

Clouds, break for sun this afternoon, brisk & cool; Mostly sunny, pleasant Sunday

July 30, 2017

Ho heat index is expected thanks to much lower humidity levels. Highs will be in the mid to upper 80s on Saturday , falling into the upper 70s to lower 80s on Sunday . Afternoon temperatures will be pleasant too and highs will reach the upper 80s and feel that way. The start of the week on Monday and Tuesday will continue this mostly sunny and low humidity stretch with temperatures heating up.

Man charged with rape of girl, 14, in Birmingham

July 30, 2017

British Transport Police arrested two men in the first attack after sharing photos of the suspects from surveillance footage. . A second man, aged 35, was also arrested and has been released without charge. He said the second attack happened at about 02:00 BST near Witton station. "However, we still have a suspect outstanding for the offence in the vehicle".

Australia Tightens Airport Security, Saying Police Foiled Bomb Plot

July 30, 2017

Australian Federal Police said the raids by the Joint Counter Terrorism Team in four suburbs in different parts of the city "relate to an ongoing investigation". "However, it is also possible for individuals to conduct projects and attacks are more sophisticated", said on Sunday to journalists the minister of Justice Michael Keenan.

CNE midway ride shuttered after deadly accident in US

July 30, 2017

The North American Midway is confident the Fire Ball ride could be back at the Calgary Stampede as early as next year, after a tragedy in OH forced the operator to shut down all three of its rides until further notice. "Our thoughts are with those affected by the tragic accident in Ohio", Cote said in an emailed statement. The CNE says all fair rides are inspected by the provincial Technical Standards and Safety Authority prior to the Ex opening to the public.

Research will no longer be the assessment criteria for the teachers: Javadekar

July 30, 2017

Making changes in the Academic Performance Index (API), a criterion on whichteachersgettheirpromotions, theHRD Ministry is working on a plan to make research optional for college teachers. Many colleges made their annual magazines into quarterlies and added them. There are different expectations from those who teach postgraduate students and those who teach undergraduate students.

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